Wakfu: Altered Destiny

by Mr ChubbySnorlax619

Older Yugo AU! The story goes that Yugo The Eliatrope is reborn and given to Alibert. This isn't the case. No, Yugo is born far earlier than expected and is raised alongside Goultard. Being an Eliatrope, Yugo is given long life and still appears as teenager. After a brutal fight that leaves him amnesiac. Yugo's journey to rediscover his past begins. Spoilers for season 3.

3. Chapter 3

Chapter 3: The Forbidden Forest

Disclaimer: I do not own Wakfu or Dofus or anything related to them. All are owned by their respective owners and companies.

AN: Sup! I'm back. Glad you all like the last chapter. Just want to say sorry to many of you who are from other countries. I know it's probably a bother to translate English to your language. Still I'm happy many of you still like my story regardless. Wanna thank Jaguarian76 for telling me about Otakia. It's a French website that has a lot of info on the Wakfu universe! Rough to get it translated but boy was it cool. I learned a lot about Goultard so thanks. I recommend you all should check it out. Again just want to say I really like reading reviews. If you have something on your mind or want to say something be my guest. I also want your guy's input on something. Do you want me to make chapters just like the episodes or something different? Like should I skip some or replace them? What do you want? One more thing, a few things will happen differently in this story than what happens on the show. This is an AU after all. But don't worry. This story will follow the canon as close as possible. Anyways… ON WITH THE CHAPTER! Enjoy!

"What's all that racket?!" Ruel yelled out as he took a look outside and was shocked.

Yugo and Alibert shorty followed and were also shocked. They saw dark little creatures attacking everyone in sight. When they got a hold of a person they would turn them into some kind of grassy tree like statues.

Emelka was being attacked!

On instinct Yugo rushed into action! With a serious look he picked up a nearby wooden shovel and charged towards the danger. Alibert seeing this picked up his shovel to go help. Giving out a sigh Ruel reluctantly followed his friends into battle.

The villagers were screaming in panic as many fled for there lives. The small creatures attacking anyone in sight and turning them into statues. A young couple were surrounded from all sides, the man moved in front of the woman in hope of shielding her.

Just as the creatures were about to attack. Yugo showed up with the wooden shovel in hand. Using his tremendous speed he ran up to each creature and squished them with his feet or shovel. After destroying the last one he turned to the couple.

"Run! Help out any who are injured, too young or frail to run! Tell everyone else to do the same! Go now!"

In shock from what they saw the couple nodded and ran off. Trying their best to avoid the creatures. Yelling at many to escape and to help one another. Seeing his job was half done, Yugo ran off to protect the villagers and defeat any creature he came across.

Deep down Yugo felt like he knew what these things were. But he couldn't remember. Yet another thing he would have to try and figure out later. Right now he needed to protect his home and people.

Both Alibert and Ruel were also helping out.

"Say hi for the human excavator you dirty beasts!" Ruel proclaimed raising his shovel over a group of the creatures. "Ruel Stroud is here!"

The creatures panicked but couldn't get away as Ruel squashed them like paste!

An old woman was running for her life as a bunch of the creatures chased her. That quickly changed when Yugo came in running on a large rolling barrel! The creatures ran for their lives as Yugo swung them away still using that wooden shovel. Those who weren't got crushed under the rolling barrel.

Alibert was surrounded by the creatures. Instead of being afraid the mayor growled out in anger.

"Get out of my village you ugly beasts!" Alibert yelled out going on the attack.

Using his shovel to swing away or squash any creature that got close. It looked like many of the creatures were either getting destroyed or fleeing back to the forest. Still many however stayed behind attacking anyone in sight.

Some nearby screaming got Alibert and Yugo's attention. Both looked in horror to see Mia and some of the village kids trapped and surrounded by the creatures. Jason was in the house nearby. Seeing his daughter and those kids in danger. He was going to jump out the window to save them.

"MIA!"

"Stay where it's safe Jason!"

Jason looked and saw Alibert running with his shovel ready. Yugo wasn't too far behind. Alibert was the first to arrive and did short work of the creatures. Using his shovel he swung left and right. If they got close he would use his feet. All the while yelling out some strange battle cries.

Seemingly destroying the last one. Alibert and the others became at ease. That is until Jason saw one of the creatures moving. And it extended it's arm towards Alibert's foot.

"Alibert look out!"

Jason's warning was too late. The creature grabbed Alibert's foot and slowly began to turn him into a statute! Jason, Mia and the kids looked on in horror.

"MASTER!"

Yugo stood in horror as he watched Alibert slowly becoming like the rest of the petrified villagers. He ran over to him trying to figure how to help him in anyway. Alibert grunted in pain, he used the last of his strength to look at Yugo.

His student, his friend… his son.

"Yugo, listen to me. You'll get a message to tell you where to find your family. Maybe even your memories… the message. Go find the message. I… want you to know I'm proud of you… even though it maybe strange I see you like a… son. Go Yugo. Show this world… what you're-"

Unfortunately before Alibert could finish the curse had set in. Alibert had turned into a statue. Just like the rest. However instead of an expression filled with pain or anger. His was filled with pride.

The last thing he did was smile.

No one said a word. Not even Yugo. Who suddenly fell down to his knees and looked up at his now petrified form. Slowly he started to cry as he clenched his fists. It wasn't fair! Remembering your family to only lose someone you saw as family. It wasn't right!

"No… not him." Yugo softy cried out. He then yelled out as he punched the ground. "NOT HIM!"

Anger soon took over as he kept on punching the dirt as hard as he could. Mia and everyone watched on not knowing what to do. This went on until Yugo's knuckles and fist became bruised and a bit bloody. Not wanting to see him hurt himself further Mia ran over to him.

"Yugo stop!" Mia cried out as she hugged Yugo. "Please… just stop."

Suddenly Yugo stopped while his fist was raised high in the air. His breathing was heavy and his tears were still fresh. He was still angry, but that changed when he looked over at Mia. To see that she was crying too.

"H-he was close to all of us Yugo." Mia softy stated. "Do hurt yourself please… that be the last thing he would want."

Yugo looked over and saw the village kids crying a little. Jason had a mournful expression as he looked at the petrified form of Alibert. It was true, Alibert was close to everyone in the village. He was their mayor, their friend and protector. A man who many would consider family.

"Damn it." Yugo cursed softy as he lowered his head.

While that was happening everyone failed to notice a small mechanical bug thing flying around. It stopped as it noticed Yugo. It's eye zooming close at him. When Az came into view it zoomed closely at him too. The small Tofu was curious by the strange contraption. But soon moved away as Ruel came in out of nowhere and squashed the machine with his shovel.

Somewhere

"Hehehe, The Polters are wreaking havoc." A certain Xelor chuckled out sinisterly. Who was in a strange place which could only be described as a clock like room with gears and other contraptions moving about. "That old oak tree didn't take kindly to my Noxins."

A couple of strange screens appeared in front of The Xelor. It showed what the Noxin saw before it was destroyed by Ruel. It showed Yugo and the last moments the Noxin had.

"My old friend. So this is where you've been Yugo. Some backwater village. You still haven't changed, though something is rather curious about your Wakfu. It's still large but also as if it's being repressed in some way. Quite curious indeed. And what's this?"

The Xelor was surprised when he saw Az. Noticing the Tofu's odd Wakfu amount. There was no way a small bird could have that much Wakfu. That's when he noticed the strange long blue tail feather.

"Hmm, curious. How can such a stupid little bird have such Wakfu?" The Xelor asked himself. Giving out a sigh he used his hand to dismiss the screens. "Guess it's time to give a visit to my old friend. Maybe I can finally get a new lead on that dragon."

Devious laughing could be heard echoing through the base.

Back In Emelka

Ruel and Az were looking over at the crushed Noxin. Small blue energy slowly leaked from it. Which was very peculiar.

"My, my, Az. That's quite weird." Ruel said as Az took flight and hid behind the old Enutrof. All of sudden the device disappeared in a puff of blue smoke! "Stay behind me Az, I don't like this blue smoke!"

The smoke slowly dissipate and in its wake the grass nearby grew and clovers popped out unexpectedly from the ground. Ruel and Az got closer to investigate but backed away fast when a giant tree grew straight out of the ground!

"Whoa! Holy Bwork." Ruel said in awe by what he and Az just saw. Both were looking up at the large and tall tree when Ruel had an idea. "What do you say Tofu, you think that would work on a stash of Kamas?"

Az perked his head in confusion.

Knowing he wasn't going to get an answer. Ruel looked around trying to find his friends. His heart grew heavy when he saw them. Alibert was petrified into whatever the rest of the villagers turned into. Yugo was on his knees in front of his petrified master being comforted by Mia and the village kids.

Walking over with a sorrowful frown, Ruel sighed as he looked at his best friend's petrified body.

"Poor, poor Alibert." Ruel sadly stated shaking his head. "I'm… sorry old friend. I should have been quicker. By Enutrof I should have!"

Gripping his shovel tightly Ruel lowered his head in shame.

"It's not your fault Ruel…"

Ruel looked to see that it was Yugo who spoke. His voice was low and filled with sorrow.

"He knew the danger. He put aside his own safety for his people. His friends and... family." Yugo stated softy still crying a little. "If it's anyone's fault it's mine. I should have been by his side. My master, my friend, my mayor. I'm a failure… both as a student and a son."

That's when Yugo felt another hand comfort him on his shoulder. He slowly turned around to see Ruel smiling sadly at him.

"Don't be so hard on yourself my boy. Everything will be alright." Ruel explained as he took another look at Alibert. "He's not dead, none of them are. Only cursed. By who or why I don't have a clue."

Yugo's eyes widen in shock. He couldn't believe it. Alibert and the rest of the petrified villagers weren't dead. While still not good. It's sure better than being dead.

"I've been around the block and I can tell you for every curse or spell. There's a cure or counter spell." Ruel explained further. "There's this Enripsa I know and I'm sure she-"

Before Ruel could finish a loud voice was heard.

"Where is he? The stranger who freed me from evil Rubilax!"

Everyone looked to see a young Iop looking around. That is until he saw Yugo and the others. He came running with a smile on his face. As he got closer both Yugo and Ruel recognized it was the same Iop from the restaurant. The one who was possessed by the Shushu.

"Well, I've forgotten about him." Ruel said surprised while a bit peeved he was interrupted. "You finally woke up then."

The Iop was smiling as he walked up to the group.

"Sir Percedal of Sadlygrove." Percedal proudly introduced himself with a bow. "Noble Knight, Order of The Guardians of The Shushus. You saved my soul. I will repay this debt even if it costs me my life."

Yugo finally getting his emotions under control got up. He looked down at Percedal who was still bowing. From what he saw the Iop was young, around Mia's age if not younger. He looked skilled in some way. If what he said was true he had to be. Guardian of a Shushu was a tough thing to be. Even though he got possessed by it.

From what Yugo remembered his brother Goultard knew a bit about them. Being a monster slayer and hero would make you learn a thing or two. Things were a bit hazy but it was safe to say Yugo remembered his past. Bits of it at least.

"Funny, that's not how he talks to me."

Yugo and the others looked to where that voice came from and saw the sword in Percedal's hand. It's eye was moving and looked at Percedal with disgust and disappointment. This was a Shushu, Rubilax.

"A knight? I've heard that one before." Rubilax chuckled out. After that Rubilax looked over at Yugo, studying him from head to toe. His eye narrowing right at him. "You, you said your name was Yugo? Yugo The Eliatrope?"

Everyone especially Percedal were caught off guard by Rubilax's unexpected question. They looked towards Yugo who was very uneasy, conflicted by what to say. Eventually he sighed and wiped away any leftover tears.

"Yes." Yugo answered honestly with a serious expression.

Rubilax's eye widened. The Shushu began to chuckle which turned into full blown laughter.

"Hahahaha! My, my, my. Either you're a good liar or I'm really talking to the real deal." Rubilax said clearly amused. "I must admit, the last thing I expected was to run into someone like you. Hey farmhand! If I were you I stick close to this one. Things will get interesting if you're around him. Haha!"

Yugo along with everyone were confused by Rubilax's words. It didn't take long for Yugo to realize something.

"Wait, do you know me?" Yugo asked in shock.

The Shushu started to laugh again. Which unsettled many.

"I know many things and many beings. You on the other hand I know little about. And that's very surprising. All I know is that there's more to you than meets the eye. That's all I'm gonna say."

Yugo didn't know how to feel about that. He wanted to press further and ask more questions. But decided against it. After all this was a Shushu he was dealing with. Goultard told him that you should never trust a demon, especially a trapped Shushu.

"Hey you demon! Quit trying to cause trouble." Percedal growled out. He then looked to Yugo with an embarrassed smile. "Sorry, this demon here doesn't know when to shut his trap. For someone without a mouth he sure likes to talk a lot."

"Oh really, this coming from the Iop brain who begged me to save his life earlier?!" Rubilax asked in a fake shocked tone. "Oh you should have seen it. This fool was sleeping in The Forbidden Forest when a lowly monster attacked him. He cried so hard for me to save his miserable-"

"SHUT IT YOU DEMON!" Percedal yelled in frustration. "I had a moment of weakness!"

The Iop held Rubilax in both of his hands. He quickly started to hit the ground with the demon sword!

"Ow! You're such a wimp! Ow!" Rubilax shout out in pain.

This went on for a while. Everyone present were just confused. The last thing they expected to see was a Iop arguing with his possessed sword. Eventually Ruel just about had enough of this. His best friend and his village were in dire need of help.

"Look I know couples sometimes gave their problems, but right now we have bigger snappers to fry!"

Percedal stopped hitting Rubilax as both looked at Ruel. Rubilax growled softy while Percedal took a look around. All this chaos and destruction didn't came from him when he was possessed. It took a minute but the Iop quickly realized what happened.

"Oh, you had Polters here as well?" Percedal asked pointing at the ground. "They invaded two other villages. They come from The Forbidden Forest. I went myself but uh… got ambushed."

"Haha, it his sleep nonetheless!"

"Why you! Put a sock in it!" Percedal yelled out.

Soon both returned to bickering. Ruel and the others sweat dropped at the sight. Yugo on the other was surprised. The Forbidden Forest. If that's where these Polters came from he'd believe it.

From the rumors and stories he's heard dangerous and mystical things lived there. While many thought it was just stories. Many stayed clear from that forest when they could. Not too long ago Yugo wanted to go and explore the forest. But Alibert forbidden him to go. Not wanting him to get hurt or possibly worse.

Yugo took another look at Alibert. The man who gave him everything. He didn't deserve this fate. None of the villagers deserved it. If these Polters really did come from the Forbidden Forest, then there might be a chance to find out why they attacked. Maybe even find a cure.

Gods be willing.

With newfound determination Yugo turned to his friends.

"The Forbidden Forest, if that's where those creatures came from then I'm going. Alone if I have to." Yugo announced as he turned to Jason and Mia. "Can you two keep watch over things? You guys and the remaining villagers need to stay clear of the village until I come back. Those Polters might return."

Everyone was surprised by this. Still Jason nodded. This village was his home and he owed Alibert. It was the least he could. Mia on the other hand looked very troubled.

"Yugo are you sure about this?" Mia asked very concerned for her friend. The last thing she wanted was for him to get hurt. Or worse. "Terrible things have happened to that forest. What if something happens?!"

That's when Yugo smiled as he grabbed Mia's hand and softy held it. Which caused her to blush slightly.

"Don't worry, I'm tougher than I look. I'll be back. Hopefully with a way to free everyone." Yugo said still smiling. "I promise."

Mia didn't know why. But seeing that smile of Yugo's and hearing his promise. It made all her worries disappear. Yugo had that affect on people. If anyone could do this it was him.

"Fine. But please be careful." Mia begged as she gave a quick hug to Yugo.

Yugo kept smiling and nodded. Before he could do anything next, he felt a small hand grab his. Taking a look down he saw one of the children staring at him with a pleading look.

"Please free our parents."

Giving out a kind and honest smile. Yugo patted the child's head.

"Don't worry." Yugo comforted the child. "I'll sort this all out."

"Oh not alone your not."

Turning around Yugo was surprised to see Ruel smiling back at him.

"I usually don't charge for free for a job. But considering it's for an old friend. I'll make an exception." Ruel said as he gave Yugo a nod. "You got my shovel my boy. Let's go save Alibert and this village."

Yugo couldn't believe it. Old Ruel wanted to help him. Returning the old Enutrof's smile he nodded once more. Shortly after Az came into view and chirped repeatedly. Which meant he was in too. Looks like he wasn't going have to face this danger alone.

"Alright let's go!" Yugo exclaimed as he took off running towards the forest.

With Ruel and Az not too far behind. Meanwhile Percedal kept on arguing with Rubilax when the sword noticed something.

"Hey Sir Percedal, aren't you supposed to be following your savior?"

The knight looked around and saw that Yugo and Ruel were gone. One of the kids pointed in the direction where they had left. Not wanting to be left behind and wanting to repay his debt Percedal ran after them.

"Hey wait for me!"

Rubilax chuckled as his so call "guardian" chased after Yugo and his friends.

After awhile later Yugo and company now joined by Percedal and Rubilax arrived at their destination. The edge of The Forbidden Forest. Judging by the way it looked it was no surprise the name it was given.

Not wanting to waste any time Yugo walked at a steady pace into the forest. With his companions close behind.

Az looked a bit frightened by the forest. While both Ruel and Percedal were on edge. Ready for anything. Rubilax on the other hand looked bored.

"Bounty Hunting? Waste of time." Ruel scoffed unexpectedly. Probably hoping to start a conversation with someone. Most likely Percedal. "It cost more money looking for a bounty than it brings on! Fifty years ago it was a respectable trade but nowadays, well…"

"Fifty years ago?" Percedal asked surprised. "So when were you born old-timer?"

"Don't "old-timer" me sonny." Ruel said sending a glare at the Iop. "I could still show you a thing or two!"

Yugo smiled a little. While it didn't sound like it. Both Percedal and Ruel were getting along quite well. That smile soon dropped as he began to think about what happened earlier.

'Mom… Goultard. Where are you?'

His family, something that sounded strange to him at first. Ever since he wounded up in Emelka he wondered if he had family. That's until he moved on with his new life and forgot about it. Now he can't stop thinking about them.

He only remembered little about his life. Things only before he left to Oma Island. After that it was all blank. He wondered if that's how he ended up in Emelka. Was he still on his journey to that Island and something terrible happened that caused him to forget?

No, that can't be it. Because he was a small boy when he left. And now had to be close to Percedal's age if not older. How could he still be on his journey? Suddenly Yugo remembered something from earlier. It's what Alibert said.

'The message? What message? What was he talking about?'

What did Alibert meant by that? Did he know more about his past than he did? Did he lie to him this whole time? That's when Yugo stopped. There's no way Alibert would do that. The man was like a father to him.

'Whatever he meant I'll only find out more until I free him. And I'm going to do that. Not just because I want to find out more. But because he's my friend. I'm gonna free everyone.'

Still not wavering from his promise. Yugo kept on walking. This went on for a while until he stopped to realized something.

He had no clue where he was going or supposed to go.

"This forest is enormous." Percedal stated taking a look at the forest. "I spent a whole month here and didn't cover much. I even made a map so I wouldn't get lost."

Pulling out said map Percedal showed to everyone. To say the least the map didn't look accurate. It was also poorly drawn.

"So… I guess we're right here?" Ruel pointed in the middle of the map.

"Hey, I don't know." Percedal shrugged. "It may not be accurate but it is pretty."

Ruel frowned along with Az while Yugo chuckled a little.

"I see, Sir Percedal is an artist."

Not wanting to get caught up in this conversation Yugo walked a little ahead and took a look around. This place was big and easy to get lost in. It may take hours or even days to find where those Polters came from. Time Alibert and the village didn't have.

"Hmm, I can't see anything with all these trees in the way." Yugo pondered softy as he took a look up in the shy. "So maybe I should go up where they aren't in the way."

Wasting no time Yugo summoned a portal and jumped through it. Suddenly another portal appeared over a tree branch. This went on until everyone down below noticed.

"Wow! Those are some cool moves man." Percedal said in awe.

"Good idea Yugo." Ruel called out before turning to Percedal. "That boy is a quick learner."

Az chirped in shock and awe.

Finally after a few more portal jumps Yugo found himself on top of the tree. He looked around and smiled. He felt the wind and smelled the fresh air. Somehow this felt right.

After looking around Yugo noticed something odd. He saw a very large tree in the distance. It towered over all other trees and looked odd. Like it was sick or dying. That's when Yugo felt strange. Suddenly his head began to hurt. Just like before. Somehow he knew that tree. But from where?

"You see anything Yugo?!"

Snapping out of it Yugo looked down where his friends were. Summoning another portal Yugo jumped through it and another one appeared right where the others were. Popping out of nowhere Percedal yelped in surprise as he back up raising Rubilax to defend himself. Who transformed into a longer and bigger sword.

"Couldn't see much but I saw a huge tree over in that direction." Yugo pointed where he last saw the tree. "I say we head over there and see what we find."

Ruel nodded and Az chirped in agreement. While Percedal still looked a bit shock by what happened.

"Haha, don't worry Knight. Your hero is here to protect you."

"I told you to keep quiet!"

"OW!"

A loud clang was heard through out the forest. Which was Rubilax hitting the ground by Percedal. Who wasn't amused at all by his sword's antics. The odd group started to make their way towards the big tree after that.

The walk was pretty uneventful. Percedal was complaining about Rubilax to anyone who would listen. While everyone else was on edge. Ruel being the most on edge.

"Folks I just want to remind you that this place is called The Forbidden Forest because it's the most dangerous forest in all of Amakna." Ruel warned his fellow companions. "And the reason we're here is to discover why the Polters attacked Emelka. So let's just stay out of trouble. Most of all we should stick together."

Almost like it was destiny or something. A loud cry for help was heard.

"HELP!"

Percedal smiled valiantly as he twirled around a little and raised Rubilax in the air heroically.

"A damsel in-"

Before the so called knight could finish. Yugo was the first to act and ran towards the cry of help. For some reason something compelled the young man to do so. Maybe it was just right to do so? Maybe it was because it's what he and his brother would always do? Rushing in head first into danger to save someone in need. Yugo knew that tune well.

Either way someone need help. And Yugo wasn't going to stand by and let that call for help go unanswered.

"Um, didn't we decide to stick together?" Ruel asked looking at Percedal.

"Whoa hold up Yugo! It's a Knight's job to save a damsel!"

With that Percedal ran after Yugo. Leaving only Ruel and Az.

…

…

…

"It makes me wonder if Yugo was raised by Iops… that boy sure acts more Iopish then most Iops I know."

That's all Ruel said before running off to join the others. With Az close behind.

Yugo dashed through the bushes and passed any trees in his way. The cries of help got louder which meant he was getting closer. He also heard an all too familiar sound.

"Polters!" Yugo growled out as he finally made it to where those cries came from.

Our hero was surprised by the scene before him. Polters everywhere as they were attacking two girls and their Dragoturkeys. One of which was already petrified by the Polters. He saw one of the girls on top of the petrified mount trying to escape up to a large dead tree branch. With a strange doll hoisting her up. The other was on her Dragoturkey shooting any Polters with her bow.

The girl finally got enough strength to hop on the branch. Which was a bad idea because the already dead branch gave out and broke! Causing the girl to fall with a scream, she closed her eyes while heading straight down towards the Polters below.

"Amalia!" The other girl cried out.

Without hesitation Yugo used summoned a large portal right under the girl. Instead of falling right on the Polters the girl landed safely in Yugo's arms. The girl stopped screaming and opened her eyes. To which she was shocked to see Yugo smiling at her reassuringly.

"It's alright miss. You're safe." Yugo reassured in a comforting and kind tone.

For the girl this was quite a shock. The last thing she expected to be landing on was into the strong arms of a handsome stranger. It didn't help as she had a small blush on her face.

Suddenly out of nowhere Percedal showed up and made quick work of the Polters. Any surviving ones ran deeper in the forest. Unfortunately in the chaos the other girl's Dragoturkey got spooked and bucked her off. The mount ran off and the girl was sent flying towards the ground. Thankfully Percedal acted quick and caught her safety in his arms.

Percedal looked flustered at first but smiled down at the girl. Who looked back with a surprised look and small blush.

One Polter was left and it growled at Percedal and the girl. But before it could attack and Ruel finally showed up and squashed it with his shovel. Az wasn't too far behind.

The finally danger over both Percedal and Yugo safety helped the girls back on their feet. As everyone got together Ruel smiled.

"I believe we're already met. Ruel Stroud, your humble servant. And this is the intrepid Sir Percedal, renowned warrior knight and this is Yugo. My best friend's disciple." Ruel explained as his smile turned into a frown. "The Polters turned his teacher into a shrub along with the rest of the village. We're here to find out why and hopefully find a cure."

The girl who Yugo saved looked over at him with sympathetic look. Yugo just frowned sadly.

"Well, my name is Evangelyne. And thia is Amalia." Evangelyne introduced herself and Amalia. "We're on a pilgrimage together."

As Yugo got a good look at Evangelyne and Amalia he saw that Evangelyne was a Cra. And that Amalia was a Sadida. Which explained the bow and doll. He also noticed they were both quite lovely but he kept that to himself.

"And what are two pilgrims doing in The Forbidden Forest if may be so bold to ask?"

"We-"

Evangelyne was about to answer when Amalia cut in.

"The same as you. Two nights ago I had a prophetic dream. Sadida told me to go to The Forbidden Forest for a special mission. " Amalia explained as she took a look at the group around her. "So we were destined to meet each other and follow the same path!"

"Even if some people think my imagination is overactive."

"Like who?" Percedal asked clueless.

"Someone has to be realistic don't they?" Evangelyne scoffed as she curtly looked away from the group.

Percedal simply nodded as Ruel didn't know what to make of this situation. Of course many would be skeptical and agree with Evangelyne. But Yugo wasn't like many people. He's seen and heard stranger things. After all his life up to this point has been strange. Maybe Amalia was right, maybe this was destiny.

"Look, whatever brought us together be it destiny, the gods or luck. My village needs us. If you two want to come than I don't have any problems with that." Yugo stated while looking at both Evangelyne and Amalia. "Just stick close by. Last thing I want is for anyone else to get hurt. Alright?"

Both girls didn't know why but they couldn't but get flustered as Yugo looked at them. His expression was sincere and kind tone. Soon both nodded making Yugo smile.

"Cool, let's go save my village."

Now joined by a Cra and Sadida. The odd group of people headed off. But not before Percedal awkwardly laughed with a faint blush as he stared at Evangelyne who noticed. Sighing the Cra soon followed the others. Percedal simply smiled with a yearning look in his eyes. Which Rubilax took notice of.

"Easy there Romeo, it's not like she's a princess."

As the odd group walked through the dense forest. Yugo was ahead of the group. If there was any danger up ahead he'd be the first to warn everyone. Also the first to be in danger. Like he said, the last thing he wants is for more people to get hurt. He felt obligated in some way.

While Yugo was walking he noticed Amalia join him ahead of everyone else. Taking a look at her Yugo felt strange. Almost as if he knew her from somewhere. Or at least reminded him of someone. He just couldn't remember how or why.

"Um, thanks for saving me." Amalia thanked Yugo with a mild flustered look. "If you weren't there I would have ended up like my Dragoturkey."

"It's no problem. I only did what my teacher and family would have done." Yugo replied with a soft smile. "I should be thanking you, all of you. Not many would risk their lives for complete strangers."

This time it was Amalia who smiled.

"Just like you, it's what my parents would have done. Neither of them would sit idly by as innocent people suffered. Even if they weren't Sadida." Amalia explained still smiling. "My father is a wise and dutiful man and my mother… was very caring and kind. There's also my brother who is sometimes hard to deal with. But still I care deeply about him."

Hearing how Amalia talked about her family. It made Yugo long for his. To see his mother's caring and gorgeous face smiling at him. Feeling her loving embrace. Play wrestling or exploring with his brother Goultard. As for a father… the closest thing Yugo had was Alibert.

The Enutrof took him in and gave him everything. While Yugo couldn't remember much about his life before he was found by Alibert. He for sure remembered his time with him in Emelka. He taught him all knew and what it was to be a leader. When ever someone needed help Alibert would rush in without any second thoughts.

"Family is important." Was all Yugo said.

Amalia looked surprised but settled back into her usual expression. The young Sadida didn't know why. But it felt like she knew Yugo from somewhere. She didn't know why.

Not wanting to bother Yugo, Amalia decided she would ask him about it later. Right now they needed be ready for anything. While still making their way to the large tree. Both felt a bit of uneasiness. Like something was amiss. There was something wrong in this forest.

Both were so caught up in that feeling. They failed to hear Ruel once again complain about bounty hunting. To Evangelyne this time around.

"Bounty hunter, a sure road to ruin." Ruel scoffed. "Expenses, equipment! It costs much more looking for a bounty than it brings in."

"Really?" Evangelyne asked raising a brow. "My father always said he had it good before-"

"You call surviving on roots and dirty water the good life?" Ruel butted in with another scoff. "Trust me when I say this my dear. Bounty hunting isn't a good life at all."

Evangelyne sighed as she shook her head.

"Oh, it's horrible. Horrible!"

That got everyone to stop as they looked up ahead to see Yugo and Amalia sanding in front of a bunch of dead trees. The very land in front of them looked to be dying. Even the grass looked dead.

For Amalia this was something akin to murder. Sadidas cared very deeply for nature. Trees in particular. Tears slowly began to fall down her face as she walked up to one tree. Kneeling down she pressed her hand against it.

She felt no life. No, she felt something though. Something ancient.

"Ogrest's chaos." Eva simply stated.

"You believe in that old legend?" Ruel asked shaking his head. "I always thought it was Gobball nonsense. Everything gets blamed on Ogrest, and no one even knows if he exists."

Not wanting to argue with the old bounty hunter. Evangelyne walked over to Amalia. Clearly worried.

"What's the matter?"

Amalia looked hesitant before speaking.

"I…I felt something. An ancient, evil presence." Amalia warned as she felt uneasy. "We really aren't welcome here."

Now that really got everyone on edge. Except maybe for two.

"Really?! Well I'll have to give them hospitality lessons." A certain Iop announced.

"Bah! Show off."

While Percedal didn't seem spooked. Neither was Yugo. Who had walked ahead of everyone else to get a look at the giant tree. It was very old and appeared to be dying. Yet it still stood strong as its fellow trees were torn down all around it.

Something was special about this tree. About this forest. Deep down it meant something to him. That when Yugo's head started to hurt once again. So much that he cried out in pain while holding onto his head.

"AHHH!"

"Yugo!" Amalia cried out as she rushed towards him. Along with everyone. Once there both she and Ruel were at his side. "What's wrong?! Are you in pain?!

"What is it my boy?!" Ruel asked in worry.

Still in pain Yugo tried his best to talk.

"I… I remember! Something about this place! AHH!" Yugo yelled out in pain as he got down to his knees. "I… was here! Long ago! OH MY GODS THE PAIN!"

No one knew what to do. None of them how to help Yugo. They all felt helpless as they watched their friend in pain. Amalia felt more helpless than anyone. She couldn't do a thing to help the one who saved her life only moments ago.

'Sadida, why can't I help him?!'

Suddenly growling could be heard along with rumbling. The rest of the group looked and saw something big rising out of some nearby forgotten armor and weapons. Probably from some unfortunate adventurers before them. Soon they all saw what appeared to be a dying and angry tree shambling towards them.

"That's what attacked me in the middle of the night!" Percedal exclaimed in shock.

"Treechnids!" Amalia called out in fear.

More growling could be heard as many more Treechnids appeared and surrounded them. All growling at them. Quickly everyone who had weapons readied them. Amalia stuck close to Yugo who was still crying out in pain. She couldn't help what was causing him this pain. But she could defend him against these monsters.

"Set me free fool! It's your only chance!"

"NO! Never again demon!"

The Treechnids got closer and closer to the group. It looked like there was going to be a fight.

That is until one of the Treechnids saw Yugo and stopped dead in it's tracks.

"Tree… Shepherd…" The Treechnid moaned out in shock.

Soon as those words left it's mouth. All of the Treechnids stopped. Shocking the group. Nome of them expected the Treechnids to stop. Least of all speak. Before anything else could be said. A large wood like hand suddenly grabbed Yugo from out of nowhere!

"YUGO!" Amalia yelled as she tried to reach for him. Only for her to also get grabbed by another large hand. "AHHHH!"

"Amalia!" Eva cried out.

The Cra wanted to shoot an arrow at the hands holding Amalia and Yugo. But it was too risky. Ruel and Percedal weren't any help. Since they couldn't even reach them. Az could but what could he do?

Its like they would have to wait. And as if someone or something was against them. A familiar sound rang through the air.

Polters, hundreds if not thousands of them came out of the forest. All of them growling and hissing as they joined the Treechnids surrounding Evangelyne and the rest of the group.

"Okay… anyone got a plan?" Ruel asked with a nervous laugh.

The large hands that held both Yugo and Amalia finally reached to where they were going. Amalia was shocked to see a large face staring back at her. She also noticed a large jewel on top of its forehead.

"Leaf… is that you?" The Tree asked in an old and booming voice. It's expression was once filled with shock. It only got deeper when it saw Yugo. Who was still in pain. "Tree Shepherd? My… friend are you truly here? You are… in pain."

Yugo didn't reply all he could do was scream in agony with his eyes shut tight.

"Old friend… I will help you." The Tree stated as it used one of it's fingers. Which was on the hand that was holding on Yugo. Softy pressed against his head. "Like how you helped me… all those winters ago."

Green glowing energy slowly emerged on the Tree's finger tip as it pressed against Yugo's head. Suddenly the energy got intense causing the Tree to moan in pain. But at the energy grew more intense. Yugo slowly stopped screaming. The pain eventually disappeared and our hero opened his eyes.

"Yugo! You're okay!" Amalia exclaimed in shock and relief.

Yugo slowly got up. He looked confused but relieved that the pain was gone. Looking up at the Tree's face. Yugo was shocked.

"I… know you."

The old tree smiled softy.

"Yes… old friend. A terrible magic has tampered with your mind… I did what I could to help you. All I could do… is ease the pain."

Slowly Yugo began to remember something. With the pain gone he could remember clearly. He knew this tree. And why this place felt special.

Flashback

In The Forbidden Forest. A small Yugo with a backpack tied behind his back was minding his own business as he walked through the woods. Most would be spooked about this place. Not Yugo, since leaving home on his journey. The young boy has seen all manner of danger.

He was ready for anything.

At least that's until he realized something.

"I'm lost…"

Unfortunately since leaving for Oma Island this has been a common problem. Something Yugo had yet to fix. Sighing, he pressed on. Eventually he would end up out of the forest.

As Yugo kept on walking he found himself in a small clearing. He would have kept on going but he stopped. Because of what he saw. He saw a pretty Sadida girl around his age and a walking tree which appeared alive. The both of them were surrounded by some large Treechnids who looked angry.

"Leave Soft Oak alone you bullies!" The Sadida girl cried as she raised her arms shielding Soft Oak. "Stay back!"

The Treechnids growled and shambled closer to the Sadida girl and Soft Oak. Who shook in fear. One of Treechnids was about to attack but was stopped when it was dropped kicked in the face! It couldn't handle the strength of the kick and broke apart.

Which came from Yugo who showed up out of a portal.

"I'd listen to the lady if I were you!" Yugo yelled out as he dodged a left swipe from a nearby Treechnid. "Alright, let's dance!"

Yugo made another portal and jumped through it. He shortly appeared right above two Treechnids. He punched one in the face and kicked the other. Since training and fighting alongside his brother. His strength was nearly on the level of Goultard. So when he hit the Treechnids they broke apart.

The remaining ones were hesitant to attack. They backed away a bit. None of them had seen such a strong being. Seeing he had their attention Yugo spoke.

"Okay, leave this place! Go back home!" Yugo ordered with a serious expression.

Never had the Treechnids felt fear. Something about this boy caused them to feel it. Without another growl the Treechnids did as they were told and left. Going back to where they were rooted.

"Man those guys were weak." Yugo chuckled out as turned to Soft Oak and the girl. "Are you guys alright? They didn't hurt you did they?"

Both were still shocked by what they saw. The girl especially. She's never seen anyone fight like that. Not even from her own people. This boy saved her and Soft Oak without breaking a sweat. His gaze was filled with concern as he walked over to them.

"Uh are you guys okay?"

The Sadida girl blushed as she nodded.

"Oh that's great. I wouldn't forgive myself if I let a pretty girl like yourself get hurt." Yugo stated softy smiling. "I'm also glad your friend there isn't hurt either."

The girl's blush got redder when she heard Yugo's words. Thankfully she quickly composed herself.

"Um, thank you for saving us." The girl thanked with a small bow. She then gestured to Soft Oak. "This is my friend Soft Oak. My name is Dahlia, but my friends call me Leaf."

Still smiling Yugo bowed his head in return.

"My name is Yugo. I'm on a journey to Oma Island." Yugo replied as she shot Dahlia a curious look. "What's a Sadida doing here so far from the Sadida Kingdom?"

Dahlia started to explain she was here because of a Sadida tradition. One they reach a certain age Sadida are supposed to go out and bond with a tree. Not any random tree. But one that calls out to you on a deep level. Hers so happen to be Soft Oak. Who was rather frail and weak.

She had traveled far and got lost in this forest. While wondering she accidentally fell in a deep ditch when Soft Oak unrooted himself to help her. Since then they've become friends.

That was days ago.

Dahlia has been trying to find a place for Soft Oak to root himself again but the Treechnids kept trying to attack them. Since she doesn't know any spells like most Sadida and Soft Oak wasn't strong enough. They either ran away or hid.

"Hmm. That sounds pretty rough." Yugo pursed his lips as he began to think. That's when he had an idea. "Hey! How about I stick around and protect you guys?"

Both Dahlia and Soft Oak were once again shocked.

"You… you really mean that?" Dahlia asked in disbelief. "What about your journey?"

"Ah don't worry. Oma Island isn't going anywhere." Yugo said with a grin. "So, how about it."

"YES!" Dahlia quickly exclaimed. "I mean, yes."

From that day forward Yugo stayed with Dahlia and Soft Oak. For days Yugo protected them from many dangers. Treechnids, Polters and even bandits. As time passed he grew close with both of them. Dahlia was a soft spoken girl but at times she was brash and brave. Soft Oak rarely talked and when he did it was slow. Whenever it rained he'd use his branches to cover both him and Dahlia.

Finding a place for Soft Oak had been difficult. Any place they found was either occupied or too small. Dahlia wanted to find a perfect spot for her friend. Yugo of course thought any place would be good enough. This often caused both kids to butt heads with one another.

Still they were friends.

Often when they would make camp. Yugo would find Dahlia snuggling up to him for warmth. Something he didn't mind. While he wouldn't admit he had come to deeply care for the Sadida girl.

Eventually after a week in the forest. They had found the perfect spot. A beautiful clearing where the sun shined brightly. With enough room to grow. A place Dahlia knew was best for Soft Oak.

Who was as happy as can be. It took little time for him to plant his roots. Everyone knew that he had found his home. Sadly this meant goodbye.

"Here you go Soft Oak." Dahlia softy said as she took a look at her friend. Who was now planted firmly in the soil. "You're home. Here you'll grow strong and wise. I just know it."

It was bittersweet. The young Sadida had to say goodbye to her friend. The one who she made a bond with. Soft Oak was deeply saddened. Yugo had a soften expression as he watch both girl and tree.

"Little Leaf… thank you. My… friend." Soft Oak thanked softy as he hugged Dahlia. Who was now weeping. As they parted the tree looked to Yugo with a smile. "And you… my friend. The one who shepherd… the wild trees away. Tree Shepherd… I thank you. For protecting me and little Leaf."

Yugo just smiled sadly and nodded.

"I'm… gonna miss you Soft Oak." Dahlia wept out.

Soft Oak smiled sadly as he used his wood fingers to wipe away her tears. Causing Dahlia to look up at him one more time.

"Shed no more tears Little Leaf. I am home… this isn't goodbye. I know we will meet again one day… all of us." Soft Oak spoke as he turned to Yugo again. "Tree Shepherd… watch over Leaf. Please… I beg of you."

Yugo's eyes widened. He had no words. No idea what to say. What could he say? He was on a journey to discover his mysterious destiny. Could he put that all on hold just because of a promise?

A promise to a friend?

Seeming like forever Yugo finally spoke.

"I… promise."

The Tree's smile deepened. With a nod he looked down at Dahlia, his Little Leaf.

"It is time you two to two go… something tells me you both have a greater destiny. Go…" Softy Oak sadly pointed in a direction. "That is the quickest way out… wherever you go I hope you all the best. My… friends."

Dahlia didn't want to leave. But she knew she had to. She had done it. She created a deep bond with a tree. A bond deeper than any other Sadida had ever done with a tree. And that's not the only bond she had made.

"Let's go Dahlia."

A hand softy grabbed hers. She turned around and saw Yugo smiling at her. She didn't know why. Everything felt like it going to get better. Wiping away the last of her tears. She nodded and left with Yugo.

But not before both waved goodbye to Soft Oak who waved back.

It didn't take long until both kids had made out of the forest. Both were still saddened to have left their friend. The first to speak was Yugo.

"So… where do you want to go?"

Dahlia looked at Yugo in surprise. What did he mean by that?

"I made a promise. And when I make one I see it through. No matter what." Yugo smiled. "Until I say otherwise. You're stuck with me."

"But what about your journey?" Dahlia asked not believing what she was hearing. "What about that?"

"Like I said Oma Island isn't going anywhere." Yugo snorted. "Besides, I can't leave a friend hanging."

Out of nowhere Dahlia caught Yugo off guard with a big hug. Yugo blushed a little from embarrassment. This was the first time he's ever been hugged by someone not his mom or brother.

It felt nice.

Not wanting it to be weird. Yugo laughed a little and hugged back. Soon both stopped and just stood there. Blushing from what transpired.

"Where do you want to go?" Yugo asked once more.

That got Dahlia thinking. She did what she was supposed to do. The tradition had been completed. Most would go home and go on with their lives. But Dahlia didn't feel the same. After all this time, spending it with Yugo and Soft Oak. She didn't want it to end. Being out here adventuring.

With a smile Dahlia decided where she wanted to go.

"Oma Island."

"WHAT?!" Yugo yelped out in shock.

"Yep, let's go."

"Are you nuts?! Don't you want to go home?" Yugo asked looking at Dahlia like she was crazy. "I've only been traveling for weeks and I can tell you it will be dangerous. More dangerous than what was in that forest."

"It'll be okay." Dahlia giggled as she skipped to Yugo and booped him on the nose. "I got you to protect me."

Yugo was flabbergasted.

"Let's go. If we want to get to an Island, we'll need to get to Bonta for a boat." Dahlia announced in a matter of fact tone. She then grabbed Yugo's hand. "Come on slow poke!"

"HEY!"

Yugo's cry fell on deaf ears. Yugo was soon being pulled by Dahlia towards the direction where Bonta was. It would take days if not weeks. It'd be dangerous but the young Sadida didn't care. As long as she had her friend she be aright. Yugo while worried couldn't help but smile.

He had made his first friends on his journey. It was hard to say goodbye to one. Still, at least he still had one by his side. Maybe this journey wouldn't be too bad after all.

End Of Flashback

"Soft Oak…" Yugo whispered as looked up at his old friend.

"Yes… it has been so long." Soft Oak softy groaned out. He slowly brought Yugo and Amalia closer to him. "It warms my heart to see you both again… Little Leaf and Tree Shepherd."

Amalia seemed lost along with the rest of the group down below. Yugo meanwhile looked troubled. His fists tightened and his body became tense. All this almost made him wish he was still in pain. That would have easier.

"My friends… your old Soft Oak is suffering. Strange machines came here, to the home you brought me." Soft Oak explained with a groan. "They burned my heart… and stole the sap from my little brothers. Whom I've found after you left."

"Am I dreaming or are they talking to a tree?" Ruel asked softy trying not to provoke the large tree and his friends. "And why is he calling Yugo and Amalia those strange names?"

"He must think they're someone else." Evangelyne answered.

"My Polters… are turning all the humans into trees." Soft Oak went on. "All the humans…from now on their destiny and ours will be one in the same."

Amalia softy cried as she heard Soft Oak's tale and reason. Yugo on the other hand felt something else… rage.

"How… DARE YOU?!"

Everything and everyone grew silent. Even the Polters. No one could believe it especially Yugo's group. He had just yelled at Soft Oak who also looked shocked. Yugo's expression anger and grief. Tears threatened to fall down his face.

"You are not the same Oak me and Leaf befriended! No! That Oak was a kind and caring soul!" Yugo yelled while pointing at Soft Oak. "I can tell you that this would be the last thing Leaf would want! What I would want! She and I wouldn't want you to suffer… but most of all not want you to cause other people's suffering."

No one moved and kept silent as Yugo went on.

"You are no better than those beasts I once protected you and Leaf from! Please… don't let your rage consume you." Yugo begged as he touched Soft Oak with his hand. "Listen to me… this isn't Leaf. I don't know where she is. I'm sorry."

Soft Oak eyes widened in shock before turning into grief. He longed to see his Little Leaf. Yugo's words also hurt him beyond belief.

"Please Soft Oak. You're hurting people who don't deserve it. You're hurting my friends… do you really think that's would what Dahlia would have wanted?"

Those words affected Soft Oak more than anything.

"I know some people are bad, maybe even worse. But many have good in them."

That is when Amalia decided to cut in.

"What Yugo says is true, Venerable Soft Oak. Not all men and woman have hearts of stone. You must believe me." Amalia pleaded as she bowed a little. "My name is Amalia Sheran Sharm, daughter of King Sheran Sharm. Great protector of the world's forests."

Now that really caught everyone by surprise. Mainly from Yugo and his group with the exception of Evangelyne who knew this the whole time.

"Listen to me and Yugo, I beg you. I don't know what Sadida expected of me by guiding me to you." Amalia continued giving Soft Oak a sympathetic look. "But I do know the world's forest are threatened in many way. And only men and women who are free can protect them. Listen to my heart and you'll know I speak the truth."

Amalia then placed her hand on Soft Oak. Green energy similar to Soft Oak's began to emit from Amalia's hand. That's when something miraculous happened. Soft Oak was beginning to heal! The bark that was gone was replaced and his branches got stronger and bigger. His leaves turned green once more.

The Old Oak grew in size and looked young and healthy. What was once lost was his once again. Signing in relief Soft Oak looked down at both Amalia and Yugo.

His friends.

"Amalia of the Sadida Kingdom… Tree Shepherd. Thank you… for calming my anger." Soft Oak thanked as he started to set both of them down back with everyone. "Out of our friendship of you both and your people… I shall lift the curse and remain patient and have hope for mankind."

Lifting up his arms Soft Oak's jewel sparkled. It then released a greenish energy of some kind. The grass around him grew and return to green. Which also helped the Treechnids who became healthy like him. The Polters also grew calm.

"Tree Shepherd… I will wait here for you and Little Leaf. Please… find her and what you've lost." Soft Oak warmly said looking down at Yugo who looked back. "Go my friend… my Polters will take you back to your village. And I will wait here… goodbye."

Knowing he had nothing to say, Yugo nodded and smiled sadly. Yet more of his past needed to be discovered.

The Polters chittered away as the gathered and lifted Yugo and his friends up. Afterwards they were off in the direction of Emelka. The rest went off in different directions. To help the other villages they attacked.

The journey was peaceful and quiet. The exception being the Polters. Yugo looked troubled as he tried to make sense of everything he just learned. About his past, Dahlia and more importantly his age.

How old was he? If Soft Oak was as old as he was and what he remembered was correct. Then that meant he was older than he looked. What did it mean?

'Whatever it means, Alibert might have the answers.'

"You seem pretty quiet."

Yugo looked and saw Amalia. Looks like the Polters brought the closer and carried the others ahead.

"Yeah, well I got some things to think about." Yugo replied softy.

Amalia smiled a little and nodded.

"Sorry for not telling you. You know, about me being a princess." Amalia apologized nervously. "It's just everyone treats me different afterwards. Like I'm a delicate little flower. I'm more than that."

Things between them grew silent. Soon Yugo spoke back.

"I know your more than a little flower."

Catching her completely off guard Amalia looked at Yugo in surprise.

"I knew someone like you, a Sadida girl who seemed like she was delicate. But truthfully she was strong and brave. More so than me. Above all she wanted adventure. Something I know you want too." Yugo foundry said smiling. "If you want… you can come with me when I go. When I go looking for my-"

"YES!" Amalia exclaimed loudly that caught everyone's attention. Making her blush from embarrassment. "Um, I mean sure! I'd love to."

Suddenly Yugo felt very nostalgic. This reminded him of how he and Dahlia met. She reminded him so much of Dahlia. Yet another thing he intended to find out about it. About what happened to her.

Finally the group had made it to Emelka. Causing Yugo to smile. The Polters quickly went to work and started to free the petrified villagers. How? He had no idea. All he cared about was that everyone was being freed. Everyone.

The Polters dropped Yugo and the others off. Yugo immediately ran to where Alibert was. Once there he saw one of the Polters touching him. A few seconds later the green brush disappeared and wood. Alibert slowly returned to normal. Taking a deep breath the large Enutrof looked around in confusion.

Then out of nowhere he was caught in a big hug by Yugo. Who was crying.

"MASTER!"

Alibert almost fell off balance but caught himself in time. He looked down in shock at his student. But soon smiled and cried a little as well as he hugged back.

"Oh my boy I'm glad your alright." Alibert bellowed softy. "I didn't think I would ever see you again."

Even though they weren't related by blood or law. Alibert loved Yugo like a son. And Yugo loved him like a father. It felt wonderful to be reunited.

Ruel, Amalia and the others smiled. It was a rather touching scene. Eventually both stopped and wiped away any tears. Alibert looked down at Yugo with pride. That is until he remembered what he told him earlier.

"Yugo… about what I said-"

"Don't." Yugo smiled raising his hand. "It can wait. I'm just glad you and everyone else is okay. We'll deal with that message later."

Before Alibert could respond. An unfamiliar and metallic voice rang out.

"Oh please why wait?"

Everyone looked up at the nearest building and saw a Xelor floating in the air with his eyes locked on Yugo. Unnerving everyone and putting them on edge.

"Hello Yugo, my old friend. It's been too long." The Xelor chuckled darkly. "I see you don't remember me. So let me reintroduce myself. My name… is Nox."

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To Be Continued

Next Time On Wakfu Altered Destiny: The mysterious Nox appears! And he seems to know Yugo more than he knows himself. A stand off between the Xelor and Yugo and his friends is about to go down! Then Yugo really begins his journey! His first stop, Kelba Market!

AN: My… god! That was a long ass chapter like for real. I'm sorry it took so long but I'm a slow writer. Forgive me. So, a lot happened. Yugo met up with everyone and met an old friend. Who helped him remember more about his past. Turns out Yugo wasn't alone when he first started his adventure. What happened? Was she the only one to join Yugo when he went to Oma Island? Well, you'll have to wait and find out. Just wanna say yeah, I used Little Leaf. Remember this is an AU so before you all call me on it being wrong about her name and the right era. Also I don't know if her name is really Leaf or not. I thought it be best to give her a name I came up with and Leaf would be her nickname. From what I looked up it never really said anything about her age. So I just wrote what felt right. Expect to see Dahlia from time to time. Oh and don't worry about pairings. I'm pretty sure all know what's going to happen. One more thing before I sign off. Do you all want to skip some things? Like certain episodes? Its all up to you. I don't mind. Anyways thanks for reading. Please leave a review. I really want to read your thoughts, suggestions or ideas. So please. Expect the next chapter in a month or two. Sooner if I'm on a roll. Later if something comes up. Sorry for any mistakes or typos I've made. See ya!