Chapter 3: Taste of Defeat
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We had stopped at a nearby lake to take a break. Hey, that rhymed. Anyhow, Dawn had just finished getting into her uniform, while I on the other hand, was just putting on the shoes of mine.
"Ready to surprise them?" asked Dawn
"Ya have to ask?" I asked
"Point taken. Let's go." Said Dawn
"Yeah." I said
Dawn and I walked out of the bus and we definitely saw a look of surprise on the boys' faces. I was wearing a sleeveless yellow top, that was a bit gothic in design, with a yellow choker with the two grey patches at my hips, and matching detached sleeves. I was also wearing a grey mini-skirt with grey stockings and black ankle-high boots. Dawn on the other hand was wearing a short-sleeved yellow shirt with a skirt that was an inch below the knee. She was also wearing a pair of ankle-high white boots.
"Whoa, hey, looking good guys." Said Baron
"Thanks Baron." I said
"You know, this is so nice. It's tempting to think the whole Vestal thing is just a dream." Said Marucho
"Well, don't get too carried away, or you'll wake up to find yourself in a nightmare." Said Ace
"He's right, so here Dan. This should help you against the Vexos." Said Mira
"What is it?" asked Dan
"A Bakugan Trap!" exclaimed Mira
"What the?" wondered Marucho
I remember that Jack used one of those in the future when I was brawling against Dawn and Roman.
"I remember Mylene used one of those in our battle." Said Marucho
"It's called Scorpion." Said Mira
"This is so cool. He's not even round." Said Dan
"Yeah, he looks like a coin." I said
"It's an honor to meet you Scorpion." Said Drago
It was giving Dan and Drago the silent treatment. Dan, I could understand, but Drago? Seriously?
"What's the matter dude? Are you a little shy?" asked Dan
It then opened up, and let me tell you, it looked so cool.
"To be honest, we're still learning about the Trap Bakugan Dan, but it seems like they're unable or unwilling to talk to us." Said Mira
"Well I think they probably use another form of communication." Said Marucho
"It's okay, we'll figure it out. How'd you like to join our team pal?" asked Dan
It moved its arms and moved up and down a bit. I'll take that as an 'I like it'.
"Okay. Let's blow the dust off and get a little training in. Okay Drago, let's go." said Dan
"Right." Said Drago
Dan then ran off somewhere. He better not go too far.
Later…
"You think he was a member of the Vexos?" asked Mira
"He sounds strange enough to be a member of that group." Said Marucho
"Yeah, too true." Said Dan
"So, tell us what happened." Said Ace
"Did he mess with your mind?" asked Baron
"He sure tried to, but I was too smooth for him." Said Dan
"Sure you were." I said
"What was that?" exclaimed Dan
Baron stopped the bus, and a Vexos transport flew around us. Guess this guy meant business.
"Look out there." Said Baron
Looks like our Vexos friend was a Subterra brawler. The driver hovered the transport in front of the bus, and the driver was on top. Looks like the guy was a dude.
"Tell me Dan Kuso, have you found your answer yet? Why do you Bakugan Brawl?" asked the Vexos member
Commercial Break: Dan: We'll be right back with more brawling action!
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We were now outside the bus.
"No more silly disguises?" asked Dan
"No more. My real name is Gus Grav. My master Spectra sends his regards." Said Gus
"Careful, he's the number two Vexos." Said Mira
"Just second best? I'm tired of your head games Gus. This is no game! I fight to protect my friends, and you can't stop me!" exclaimed Dan
"You are so naïve Dan." Said Gus
"That's it! Let's see if you brawl as big as you talk! Come on!" exclaimed Dan
"As you wish." Said Gus
"Don't let him get to you Dan! He's tricky!" exclaimed Marucho
"Spank him down Master Dan!" exclaimed Baron
"Show him who's the boss!" I exclaimed
"Beware of overconfidence you two." Said Mira
"Looks like their friendly little game, just got serious." Said Ace
"You can say that again." Said Jack
"Mm-hmm." Agreed Dawn
"Alright! Gauntlet Power Strike!" Dan and Gus exclaimed in unison
"Gate Card, Set! Bakugan, Brawl! Drago, Stand!" exclaimed Dan
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid G-Power 400
"Bakugan, Brawl! Primo Vulcan, Stand!" exclaimed Gus
Subterra Primo Vulcan G-Power 500
That thing has the same G-Power level as Twilight! This could be messy.
"Together, we'll crush the resistance! Subterra Primo Vulcan!" exclaimed Gus
"Almighty Terra, give me your irresistible power!" exclaimed Vulcan
"Subterra Primo Vulcan may be a bigger problem than we thought." Said Mira
'Battlefield open.'
"A power level of 500?" exclaimed Dan
"That's right, now Primo Vulcan!" exclaimed Gus
"Enough talk!" exclaimed Vulcan
"Fine by me." Said Drago
Looks like the guy had a couple of rocket boosters.
"Drago!" Dan exclaimed as Drago was punched to the ground
"Hahahahahaha! You guys are so far out of your league, it's sad." Said Gus
"Then I guess it's time to stop holding back. Gate Card, Open! Pyrus Reactor! This should even the odds." said Dan
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid G-Power 600
"And now for my next trick, Double Ability Activate!" exclaimed Dan
'Ability Card Set'
"Fire Tornado plus Burning Dragon!" exclaimed Dan
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid G-Power 900
Subterra Primo Vulcan G-Power 400
"This will take you down to size. Bring on the heat Drago!" exclaimed Dan
"Nice try. Ability Activate! Heavy Aegis!" exclaimed Gus
"Time to play fire extinguisher!" exclaimed Vulcan
"Unbelievable!" exclaimed Drago
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid G-Power 600
Subterra Primo Vulcan G-Power 700
"Are you kidding? He should be molten slag!" exclaimed Dan
"Primo Vulcan's body is made from New Vestroia's most indestructible metal, and when Heavy Aegis is activated, that defense is amplified 100 fold, making your pitiful attack useless. I think it's time for your first lesson in true power. Learn it well. Ability Activate! Titan Knuckle!" exclaimed Gus
"Do you concede defeat?" asked Vulcan
"I will never back down." Said Drago
"Then I'll make you bow." Said Vulcan
Subterra Primo Vulcan G-Power 900
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid G-Power 400
"What the?" exclaimed Drago
"Drago! They're 500 points apart! I could lose Drago." Said Dan
"Welcome to the big leagues kid. Terra itself is Primo Vulcan's strength. You can't resist." Said Gus
"Think! Drago's toast if I don't do something, right now! This better work. I'm counting on you Pyrus Scorpion!" exclaimed Dan
Pyrus Scorpion and Neo Dragonoid G-Power 750
"That outta even the odds a bit." Said Dan
"So, you think you can use a Bakugan Trap." Said Gus
"Oh I'm full of surprises. Double Ability Activate! Time to knock Primo Vulcan down to size. He won't be able to use his arms." Said Dan
"Don't forget, Primo Vulcan is still able to fly." Said Gus
"Not after this!" exclaimed Dan
'Ability Card Set'
"Burning Dragon plus Satellite Boost!" exclaimed Dan
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid and Scorpion G-Power 1050
"Try aiming." Said Gus
Look before you leap, he just got him from behind!
"Bulls-eye!" exclaimed Dan
"Not bad, not bad at all. I like how you used Primo Vulcan's blind spot to sneak in your little attack." Said Gus
"Your patronizing attitude is starting to annoy me." Said Drago
"My apologies. I was merely trying to encourage you. This battle is not over, it's just begun." Said Gus
'Ability Card Set'
"Ability Activate! Pyrus Durance!" exclaimed Gus
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid and Scorpion G-Power 750
Dan Life-force 70 percent
"They're out!" exclaimed Mira
"Oh no!" Marucho, Dawn, and I exclaimed in unison
"Lesson one; never take your opponent's defeat for granted. There's always a chance they might have one or two more cards up their sleeve. Let's get down to business, shall we? Dan Kuso, it's time for me to show you how the big boys play." Said Gus
"Sounds good to use, right Drago?" asked Dan
"Right." Said Drago
"Go Primo Vulcan!" exclaimed Gus
Subterra Primo Vulcan G-Power 500
"It's up to you Drago!" exclaimed Dan
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid G-Power 400
"And don't forget… Scorpion, Stand!" exclaimed Dan
Pyrus Scorpion G-Power 350
"Gate Card, Open. Subterra Reactor." Said Gus
Subterra Primo Vulcan G-Power 900
"I'll show you the true power of a Bakugan Trap. Hexados, Stand!" exclaimed Gus
Subterra Hexados G-Power 350
"Ability Activate! Ray Drill!" exclaimed Gus
Subterra Hexados G-Power 550
"Ability Activate! Reflection Boost!" exclaimed Dan
Subterra Hexados G-Power 250
"Ha. Big deal. Now to prove what an amateur you are. You can't beat what you can't see!" exclaimed Gus
"Aw man." Said Dan
"Did Hexados run away?" asked Marucho
"No. Listen." Said Ace
"Look out!" Mira and I exclaimed in unison
Subterra Hexados G-Power 450
Dan Life-force 50 percent
"Scorpion!" exclaimed Dan
"Scorpion!" exclaimed Mira
"He went down hard." Said Baron
"Be careful Dan! Your life gauge is low!" exclaimed Marucho
"You need to turn this around, quick! Drago can't face both of them alone!" exclaimed Ace
"Drago's never alone! Triple Ability Activate!" exclaimed Dan
"Oh no! You can't!" exclaimed Gus
"Burning Dragon!" exclaimed Dan
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid G-Power 600
Gus Life-force 70 percent
"My life meter's dropping!" exclaimed Gus
"Yeah!" exclaimed Marucho
"Crush them Dan!" exclaimed Baron
"Amateur, huh? Burning Tornado plus Fusion Ability Pyrus Slayer!" exclaimed Dan
Subterra Primo Vulcan G-Power 600
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid G-Power 1100
"H-he's using a triple ability! This Drago may almost be as powerful as Helios." Said Gus
"What's the next lesson?" asked Dan
"Lucky shot. You can dish it out, but can you take it? Ability Activate! Viblow!" exclaimed Gus
Subterra Primo Vulcan G-Power 800
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid G-Power 900
"Keep fighting Drago!" exclaimed Dan
Vulcan managed to block Drago's onslaught with ease! Not good.
"Huh? Nothing?" wondered Dan
"You don't understand, do you Dan? I cannot lose. Victory is my destiny. My master Spectra has promised to change the world, and I'm going to help." Said Gus
"New Vestroia isn't yours to change and Bakugan aren't slaves! Your destiny is a lie!" exclaimed Dan
"Fool, we all serve Master Spectra. And soon, you and Drago will bow before him." Said Gus
"No way! That'll never happen!" exclaimed Dan
"There's no use fighting Dan. Spectra is leading us all into a new future with him. And Primo Vulcan and I will rule at his side." Said Gus
"You're crazy." Said Dan
"Enough insolence! Ability Activate! Screw Impact!" exclaimed Gus
Pyrus Neo Dragonoid G-Power 700
Subterra Primo Vulcan G-Power 1000
"You battle for friendship, but I battle for power." Said Gus
"Drago!" exclaimed Dan
"That is why you'll never be good enough to defeat me. Say good-bye Dan Kuso." Said Gus
A rock was about to crush him! This wasn't looking good.
"Whoa!" exclaimed Dan
"Dan!" exclaimed Mira
"Look out!" exclaimed Baron
"So ends the Bakugan Brawler Resistance." Said Gus
Drago blocked the last of the rocks.
"Just in time partner." Said Dan
"Behind you!" exclaimed Marucho
Vulcan's fist made contact and Dan lost the brawl.
Dan Life-force Zero
"Drago's down!" exclaimed Marucho
"It's okay. At least Drago won't be taken. The power level difference is too low." Said Mira
"I can't believe Master Dan lost!" exclaimed Baron
"It's like I told you. Friendship doesn't matter. Power does. Thanks to Master Spectra, I am now more than a Bakugan Brawler. Give up while you still can." Said Gus
Dan was now on his knees, and soon sat cross-legged.
"Dan?" asked Marucho
"It's okay Master." Said Baron
"Gus is the number two Vexos brawler after all." Said Mira
"True, even I might have some trouble beating him." Said Ace
"There's always next time, so don't worry." I said
"Yeah, what she said." Said Dawn
"So don't give up just yet Dan." Said Jack
"Yeah! That was the best Bakugan Brawl ever!" exclaimed Dan
Drago and Scorpion were shocked.
"What? Well, I guess so." Said Drago
"The only way to get better is to battle the best. We'll show him next time!" exclaimed Dan
"I've never seen anyone so happy to lose." Said Ace
"Daniel is a true brawler." Said Drago
*Preview*
Sakura: After Dan's loss to Gus, and the fact that Drago was almost taken away really shook us up. This time, before Gus and Spectra could find a way to battle Dan, I intercepted Gus' message and brawled them instead. But these two are some tough cookies. Will I be able to win this brawl without revealing that I'm from the future and without Leo and Lunar? Find out next time brawlers. Bakugan, Brawl! Be there, or be square.
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