The third match of the tournament was about to take it's place upon the stage. The crowd so far was pretty heated after the first two matches and wanted more action right away. Some of the audience from Earth however were getting a bit anxious over something else.
"Hmm it's been two fights so far and no one suspicious has popped up." Elder Kai noted
"Seems so, maybe we were over thinking things and that the Astackian showed up just to simply participate in the tournament." Supreme Kai optimism'd. As they were speaking the group of friends were also bantering among themselves.
"Man I can't wait to see Kuzuku fight again!" Kize pumped
"Yeah we haven't seen him fight since that time against Cell." Ace smiled. 21 sat in silence as she looked at their enthusiasm. She couldn't help but feel glad that Kuzuku has such supportive friends. So far, she watched the tournament in silence as she was really there to cheer Kuzuku on. But she couldn't help but notice a strange feeling with in her. She felt like participating as well. She really wasn't much of a fighter herself. Mostly relying on pure instinct and nothing more. She'd inferred that it may be because of the Saiyan cells inside of her is what's to blame for her sudden urges. She ignored that feeling and decided to do the next best thing. Cheer on her beloved on with all she's got. The announcer then proceeded to get started with the next match.
"Alright the next two fighters said they are ready for action. But are you ready?!". The whole crowd said "YES!" in union.
"I can't hear you!". They then repeated what they said with more force but you could hear someone say "Oh my god we literally all yelled, are you fucking deaf?!".
"Alright then lets get this third match fired up shall we. Now the first fighter to be introduced is a special one. He lives in the dark region of the South quadrant. He's had many battles in the pitch black environments and is currently undefeated. The night warrior himself Ninqua!". As he heard his name, a water tornado formed and dispersed, revealing the ninja like fighter. He wore a dark blue Gi with a scarf. His skin was that of dark blue as well. To fit the ninja like theme, he wore sandals and long armaments.
"His opponent is non other than the shocking preliminary opener himself. The last of his warrior race. Lets give a big round of applause for the Saiyan from the North, Kuzuku!". Kuzuku jumped onto the stage and landed in front of his expecting match-up. He stood up and smiled with pure goofiness. His Saiyan tail flowing in excitement
"Alright! Get him Kuzuku!" Chi Chi yelled as he was practically standing from her seat. 21 took notice of this and cheered as well. In no time the signal for the match to start commenced. Kuzuku took the initiative and launched himself towards his opponent. Ninqua was unexpectedly struck hard by a punch to the face. Kuzuku followed up with a reverse kick to the stomach, sending the ninja flying across the stage. The ninja then recovered quickly and jumped up into the air. Kuzuku stood and watch as the ninja fired a aqua blew Ki blast at him. Kuzuku dodged the blast and appeared behind him. Ninqua took notice of this and attempted to block his punch. To his frustration, Kuzuku's punch was so strong that it broke right threw his guard, sending him crashing the ground in a loud bang. The Saiyan then landed on his feat, wondering if he knocked him out.
"Alright way to go Kuzuku!" Ace cheered.
"As expected of someone who I've dated" Ryusika glamoured which not only earned her a glare from Liz but from 21 as well. Kuzuku was waiting patiently until he noticed a strange dark fog form around him. The crowd was wondering what was going on until the stage was surrounded in pitch black. Kuzuku was now on high alert, waiting for the oncoming strike. Once he sensed it, he narrowly dodged the expecting punch. Kuzuku then felt more strikes come his way and dodged each one swiftly. Kuzuku stopped and began to think.
"How do I deal with something that I can't simply see? Oh wait I know.". Kuzuku then flared his Aura with great intensity. The darken stage was now being illuminated by Kuzuku's white aura. But without him knowing Kuzuku's aura was instantly snapped once he felt that he couldn't breath for some reason. It was at that moment, he realized he was trapped in a water bubble. Ninqua then revealed himself in front of the Saiyan.
"There is a reason why I am undefeated in the shadows. My opponents foolishly try to illuminate my Abyssal Zone in which allows me to sneak up and trap them in my Aqua Prison. Now you will be slowly drained of energy and once you are empty, I will deliver the finishing blow.". Kuzuku was struggle in the prison but smirked. He then charged up even more.
"Don't you get it? It futile to resist my...". His sentence was cut off when his bubble was starting to falter. Kuzuku energy then began to burst through the prison until it eventually exploded in a shock-wave. Ninqua Abyssal Zone was now dispersed as Kuzuku began to power down. Ninqua was taken back in shock as his ultimate technique was beaten so easily. He was snapped out of his troublesome thoughts when he heard the sound of Kuzuku's voice.
"Quantum Breaker!" Kuzuku said as a light blue blast was fired from his extended palm. Ninqua had no time to react as the blast exploded when contact was made. He was launched backwards into the stadium wall. Kuzuku then let his hand down and smiled.
"I don't know what happened folks but it seems that we have a winner! And that winner is Kuzuku!" he announces as he points over to Kuzuku standing in the ring. The crowd was yet again cheering at the Saiyan's victory, while he walked over to Ninqua. Ninqua was still getting up while he noticed Kuzuku walking over to him.
"Hey nice fight. Man that was one heck of a move you have there. If it was anyone else then who knows what may of happened.". Ninqua was shocked at how cheerful the Saiyan was but smiled anyways.
" I thank you for your gratitude. You are the first ever to survive my Abyssal Zone. Your power is unparalleled." He got up and walked off. Kuzuku smiled and made his way back to the fighters area.
"Hahaha! That ninja wannabe really thought he had a chance against a potential Saiyan Elite?" Vegeta proudly said
"You know Vegeta, you gotta stop mocking all of your opponents. Its making you way too arrogant." Goku teased
"Shut up Kakarot! You know full well that Kuzuku was holding back. He didn't even have to transform into a Super Saiyan to beat him." Vegeta argued. 21 was very happy that Kuzuku won with out being harmed too much. Kuzuku's friends were celebrating as if Kuzuku won the whole tournament which made her question if she should be just like that considering that she loves him and all. In the fighters area was Piccolo and Gohan watching Kuzuku walk over to them.
"Nice fight Kuzuku. I thought you'd be in trouble when that strange fog appeared." Gohan commended
"Yeah, despite that you managed to pull through" Piccolo concur. Kuzuku gave his typical Goku impersonation and rubbed the back of his head.
"Thanks but it was nothing I couldn't handle." Kuzuku chuckled.
"It seems Zugo is up next." Piccolo noted
"Yeah, I am actually intrigued on seeing him fight personally. We didn't get to see any of his techniques or how he fights since he ended them so fast." Gohan mentioned.
"Well I guess we have a chance now, so lets watch." Kuzuku said. The trio then made their way to watch the fight from a nearby window. Currently the two warriors were already standing on the stage. Zugo was standing around with his arms folded while his opponent took a defensive stance. The two Saiyans and the Namek weren't the only one who was dividing all of there attention on the Astack. In the stands were the followers from Earth. Goku and Vegeta especially.
"Its about time we get to see what he can do." Goku uttered
"Time to see what this so called Astackian can do.". The signal for the match to begin alarmed the two fighters. His opponent Shallock tensed his pure white body. His black hair straighten as his muscled tensed. His white Gi was flowing in the wind as if this were some martial arts movie. Zugo continued to stand there with his arms folded, his expression remained blank. Shallock took this as mockery and charged at him in rage. In a mere instant, a flash of light blinded the audience as fast as it appeared. When it faded, the trio from Earth and there supporters were left in utter shock. The arena floor and the walls behind it were scratched deeply. As for his opponent, he was laid down on his back on the grass, with claw marks across his body that had vapor coming out. The stretchers came in to attend to the unfortunate opponent, while Zugo was walking away.
"Th...The win...winner...i...is ...Zu...Zuogo!" The announcer stammered in fear as Zugo walked by. Every in the stadium was left in a daze while only a few participants caught whiff on what had transpired.
"Did you see that Kakarot? It really does seem that guy is no push-over"
"Yeah I saw, but the real question was that light. It seem to radiate a chilling vibe to it."
"Whatever it is could only mean that the other are in for a tough fight."
"Hold on just a minute. You two can't be serious. They wouldn't lose to someone like that would they?" Bulma nearly shouted. Vegeta shook his head.
"Well to the likes of Kakarot and I, it'd be no problem but his power speaks for itself."
"I have to agree with Vegeta on this one." Goku said
"Well according to how the fights occurred in order that would mean Kuzuku would be fighting against Zugo first." Supreme Kai said. 21 was put into deep thought. She also saw the unwavering display of power. She was now a bit worried about what Zugo may do to Kuzuku when they fight. But she didn't lose faith in her boyfriends training and believed in him. The others were staring at 21 until Liz patted her shoulder.
"Don't worry 21. Kuzuku won't lose that easily. You know that.". 21 looked up and smiled at the red head.
"Besides he needs to come back in one piece, so that you two can be all lovey with each other." She teased. 21 blushed and began to wave her hands around in panic. Liz and the other giggled at her antics.
"Come on 21, you didn't think we didn't notice since Kuzuku got out. You guys were being a little too close to be just friends" Kize laughed.
"Were we really that obvious?" 21 said in embarrassment. Everyone nodded at her question, even Goku. All she could do was bury her head to avoid there happy, gleaming eyes. Meanwhile in the fighters area, Kuzuku and the others were still in shock at what had happened. Their petrified state wore off at the sound of footsteps coming near them. They turn around to see the culprit of exerting such immense power.
"So, how do you like my display monkey boy?" Zugo smirked
"I'd say it was pretty bland if you ask me. Didn't really get to see much since you ended the fight so fast."
"Glad you noticed. I'm going to do the exact same thing to you."
"I'd love to see you even attempt. Besides why are you even partaking in this tournament? You said you were looking for someone. Does it have to do with the Etterix or what ever it's called?." Kuzuku bluntly asked
"How do you know about that?!" he snapped
"Well I have some connections. Anyways who exactly are you looking for?" Kuzuku answered
"Why should I tell you. You won't be much help anyways" Zugo scuffed
"Stubborn are we, then how about this. If I defeat you in the next match, then you have to agree to tell me whats going on." Kuzuku offered
"What makes you think I will accept such a wager. Besides I don't want anything from you."
"Aw looks like someone is devoid of self confidence." Kuzuku mocked. Zugo was now infuriated by this.
"Fine I accept your offer. Its not like your going to defeat me anyways.". Zugo then brushed past Gohan and continued walking to who knows where.
"Nice job antagonizing him. You probably convinced him to pummel you with all of his might." Piccolo said
"Good. That only makes things more interesting." Kuzuku smiled
"Well I guess we have to wait until Gohan's match starts. I doubt the next two fighters will pose much.". Then out of no where a roar from the crowd emerged as someone has already won their fight. The doors randomly opened to reveal an injured fighter covered in bruises. The person who caused this soon followed into the waiting area. His hair was spiked up with two bangs sticking out. The color was mostly black until you could see strands of green along certain areas. He wore black boots with a dark green jacket similar to that of future trunks back then. Under the jacket was a shirt that matched the same color his jacket with black pants. As he was walking he noticed the group staring at them and ran over to them. His skin though was that of a normal human but tanned and his eyes were yellow.
"Wow you must be those fighters from the North Quadrant right?" he said with enthusiasm
"Uh yeah that's us. But were you the one who fought next? What happened to your opponent" Gohan asked
"Oh I seem to went over board a bit. Anyways have you seen a Blue hair guy with white ends?"
"Wait are you talking about that Zugo guy?" Kuzuku asked. The mysterious fighter then shook his head as if he was a child
"Yeah that's him! He's my friend!"
"Oh that's nice. Must be hard to deal with his attitude all the time." Kuzuku uttered. The proclaimed friend began to laugh.
"Yeah he can be grumpy sometimes but when you get to know him, he can be a cool dude."
"Whatever you say, but to answer your question he went that way." Kuzuku pointed
"Thanks! I owe you one. By the way my name is Hudo!"
"No problem by the way, the name's Kuzuku. The two next to me are my mentors Gohan and Piccolo."
"Cool. See ya later!" Hudo said as he ran off.
"Well I guess the old saying is true. Opposites do attract."
"Yeah you don't say." Gohan muttered. The three decided to watch the seventh match undergo since they were chatting for a long time. That until the announcer said something out of disbelief.
"The cloaked fighter has forfeited the match before it began! What a anti-climatic way to end.". The cloaked fighter was walking off the stage while he seemed to communicating with someone. Cans and Food were being thrown at the raveled fighter. Hell even Beerus joined in on the slander. His opponent was standing there, emotionless as he watched his supposed challenger walk off the ring. Meanwhile Goku, Krillin, and Vegeta knew something was up.
"Hey Goku. Are you thinking what I am thinking?" Krillin mentioned
"Yeah Krillin. I think we should investigate our cloak friend down there.". At that the three would move out, leaving the others to watch the rest of the tournament.