A/N: Here is Chapter 25!
It was a beautiful day in a town outside of Fallarbor as a group of people got together. As one person, with black hair and green eyes pulled up meet another person, who had brown hair and blue eyes, his face started to gleam with happiness.
"How are you?" he asked.
"Carl, I am doing great," she said.
"Oh, Sharon," said Carl, hugging her.
As he hugged her, he felt something pass by him. As he looked up, he noticed his ring was missing, "OUR WEDDING RINGS!"
Suddenly, a humanoid Haunter appeared with a metallic armor on his chest and red and black chains across his body. He had yellow eyes and he grinned as he grabbed a white bag. He then grabbed a Spinda and threw the Pokémon in the bag.
"Hello!" he shouted, "I am Haunton, the thief! I am going to steal everyone's personal items… and it will be fun!"
Arriving on Route 113, the rangers were walking through the desert and soot. Rachel sighed as she turned around, looking at the mountains.
"The mountains look beautiful today," said Rachel, "Wouldn't you agree?"
"Ah…," said Seb, turning around looking at Rachel, "It's nice up here. It's beautiful on the other side of the region."
Rachel raised an eyebrow, "True."
As the two rangers walked ahead of the group, the other rangers were dangling along the mountain tops.
"This is a rough mountain terrain area," said Zander, lifting his backpack over, "I just want to get to Fallarbor Town."
"We are meeting someone here though," said Seb, "I hope you don't mind."
"Who?" asked Lamar, looking at Seb.
"Someone that could help Rachel with the Lavaridge Gym," said Seb, looking at the map, "We should be here right about now."
Turning around the bend, Rachel and the others stopped as they noticed a woman. She had red hair with a pink streak tied into a ponytail with ruby eyes. She also wore a black t-shirt with blue shorts and her backpack was strapped on.
"Hi, Etna!" said Seb.
"Hi, Seb," said Etna, grinning, "Who are you guys?"
"These are my friends that Santos probably told you all about. This is Rachel, she's heading to Lavaridge Town to battle Flannery," said Seb.
"Ah, so… you are facing her. I actually know her and I know her capabilities, that is, if you want to train," said Etna.
Rachel grinned as she turned around, looking at her, "Well, you came all the way out here. I don't see why not!"
"Good," said Etna, grinning, "Let's head up to a place that's not so sooty!"
Rachel grinned as she walked up the hill. She turned around, looking at the others.
"We'll be up," said Lamar.
Rachel grinned as she turned around, walking up the hill. Lamar and the others looked at Seb as he grinned. Grace punched him in the arm lightly, "This was your idea, wasn't it?"
"Maybe?" asked Seb, "Etna's an expert on fire types. If anyone knows about it strategically, it's her. She was training a lot in Kalos."
"Ah, so… rather than have Rachel try on her own, you are giving her a practice test?" asked Zander, laughing.
"You can say that," said Seb, "Now, come on… let's catch up."
As he walked up the hill, the rangers got a buzzing sound from their phones. The rangers turned around as Zander released his Mystic Morpher.
"It seems Hades doesn't know when to quit…" said Zander, opening the phone, "Where?"
Meanwhile…
Out in the woods, Rachel and Etna were standing on either side of the field. The field was red and dry with only little vegetation. As Rachel grinned, Etna took out one of her Poké Balls.
"So, where do we begin?" Etna asked, "You do realize Flannery is a tough trainer."
"I suggest my Pelipper will need help," said Rachel, "It is my only Pokémon that can be used."
"You didn't catch others?" Etna asked.
"... I didn't have a chance. I have a Flareon, a Combusken, Pelipper and an Electrike," she said.
"You need help," Etna said, taking out a Pokémon, "Let's go!"
"... Right," said Rachel.
As they chose their Pokémon to battle, a shadow went up, going right through Rachel and disappearing. Rachel stood frozen as the battle began…
(The Mystic Library, which is underneath an old house magically appears in the woods)
(The battle of Magiland is shown, with five magicians fighting)
(An explosion appears… with the Poké Rangers Mystic Force logo)
Here come the Poké Rangers!
Here come the Poké Rangers!
(The five Mystic Rangers pose)
Here come the Poké Rangers!
(Rachel appears on the left side with the Red Mystic Force Ranger on the right- "Rachel- Red Mystic Ranger" created by MakiZanaX13)
Alright, let's go time to turn it on.
(Grace appears on the left side with her headphones around her neck with the Yellow Mystic Force Ranger on the right- "Grace Jackson- Yellow Mystic Ranger" created by NashWalker)
Set the record straight, we're gonna come here to right the wrong
(Lamar shrugs on the left side with his crystal ball in his hand on the right, turning to face the camera with the Blue Mystic Ranger on the right- "Lamar Clayton- Blue Mystic Ranger" created by NashWalker)
Fight evil, Ranger powers standing strong
(Urara jumps up grinning from ear to ear, grooming her Furfrou on the left side with the Pink Mystic Ranger on the right - "Urara Nakamura- Pink Mystic Ranger" created by Daniel Kazami)
We got it goin' on (Mystic Force)
(Zander snaps his fingers as he puts on his backpack. The Green Mystic Ranger was also on the right hand side. "Zander Jackson- Green Mystic Ranger" created by BentleyGirl)
Stop, freeze! Rangers, here! There's no need to fret!
(Sebastian tips his hat to reveal his face with a sly grin. The Solaris Knight appears with his cape across. "Sebastian- Solaris Knight" created by D.J. Scales)
We're the ones that'll make the way, never make a change.
(Sally, Woodmodore and Percy appear in the Mystic Library)
When there's trouble, we don't play.
(Zeramses looks up to the camera and scowls with Persha and Incinizard behind him)
We come together to save the day
(The rangers morph)
Let's go! Let's go! Let's go! Let's go!
(The six rangers pose together as a team)
Here come the Poké Rangers!
(Seb uses the Percy Pay Day Shining Attack)
Here come the Poké Rangers!
(The Shadow Warlock Megazord is formed to battle)
Here come the Poké Rangers! (Mystic Force)
(The rangers transform into Mystic Titans)
Here come the Poké Rangers!
(The Mystic Titan Megazord is formed, the Solar Express Megazord is formed)
Here come the Poké Rangers!
(The Mystic Force Rangers use the Mystic Boxing Gloves, Mystic Barrier and other spells to fight the Crobatulas)
Here come the Poké Rangers (Go, go, go, go!)
(Cedric oversees the monster battles in the woods)
Here come the Poké Rangers!
Here come the Poké Rangers!
(Rachel and the others dash across the field, jumping up in the air)
Here come the Poké Rangers!
Mystic Force, let's go yeah!
(The six rangers strike a pose together… © 2017-2019 Blaze Productions. Based off of Power Rangers Mystic Force © 2006-2007 by Saban Brands/Disney and Mahou Sentai Magiranger © 2005-2006 by Toei Co. Ltd)
Chapter 25: Strong Courage
Giruma Magi Magiro
"Pyroar, use Fire Blast!"
Pelipper turned around as he dodged the attack. Rachel stood there, with her knees shaking. Unable to say anything, Rachel threw her body into the fetal position. Etna stood there with confusion, "Uh, the Pokémon is in combat. Not you."
"Pelipper, just use water something… I forgot," said Rachel in confusion. Etna rolled her eyes as she returned Pyroar into her Poké Ball. Etna stomped forward as she looked at Rachel, "What is your problem?"
"I'm… too scared to fight," said Rachel.
Etna sighed as she looked up to the sky, "Seb called me to come to Kalos and now she can't even lead her Pokémon into battle!"
As she said that, a black beam was heading straight toward Etna. As Etna turned around, a golden beam shot across as the creature landed on the ground. The other rangers dashed over as they stood in front of the rangers.
"So… another Hades Beastman," said Seb.
"My name is Haunton!" he said, laughing, "My favorite trait is stealing…"
"Stealing?" asked Etna, "These Hades Beastmen seem very… stupid."
"I don't know. Incubus was a smartie," said Grace, turning to the rangers.
"I steal people's precious items…," said Haunton, waving his hand, "Is that a problem?"
Zander turned around as he heard what was said, "Do you think we are going to allow this?"
"I think you need a Shadow Claw," he said. His hand began to glow bright purple and then he cut across. A wave of purple energy came across as the Mystic Rangers, except Rachel, morphed. The rangers dashed over to face Haunton. Haunton went to slash Zander and Lamar. Rachel grumbled as she looked up, noticing Haunton.
"He's so… scary," said Rachel.
"Of course he is!" said Etna, pushing her, "Go battle!"
Rachel sighed as she turned around, revealing her Mystic Morpher, "Magical Source, Mystic Force!"
As she struck her morpher, the red ranger pressed the button. Nothing happened.
"Huh?" asked Rachel, "Magical Source, Mystic Force!"
Once again, nothing happened. Rachel sighed as she put her phone away, "I can't morph."
Haunton came across, stealing the Mystic Staffs from the rangers. As the rangers landed on the ground, Lamar stood in front of the group, "Give us back the staffs!"
"With pleasure," he said, throwing them back… at their bodies. Sparks flew as the rangers landed on the ground. As Lamar fell back at Rachel's feet, Lamar grabbed her foot as he climbed up, looking at her with anger.
"Let's go, Rachel… why aren't you in battle?" asked Lamar.
"... I can't morph," said Rachel, "I can't do this! I can't!"
As she started to sob in tears, Lamar walked over as she continued. Suddenly, Haunton dashed right toward the rangers. As Haunton went toward Lamar, Seb tackled him to the ground. As Sebastian landed on the ground, Haunton appeared with a blue and gold ticket. Percy stuck out his head of the Mystic Lamp as he saw what it was.
"NOT THE SOLGALEO EXPRESS CARD!" shouted Percy.
"What?" asked the rangers.
Haunton laughed as he grabbed the card. He grinned as he looked at the card, jumping for joy. As he walked away, Persha arrived in a gust of smoke.
"I am so proud of you!" she said, "You got the Solgaleo Express Card!"
"And… this from the red ranger over there," he said, pulling something out of his sack. It was a red ball that was glowing. Immediately, Sebastian picked up pretty quickly what that was. Laughing, the two villains disappeared.
"Great," said Grace, "Now, what are we going to do?"
"We need to get the card back!" said Urara.
"That's not really our top priority," said Seb, turning to Rachel, "I think I know why Rachel can't morph…"
Lamar turned around as he noticed the tears in her eyes. He nodded his head as he turned around to the others, "Courage… her courage was stolen?"
"How can courage be stolen?" asked Etna.
"That's what I would like to know," said Zander, "What do we do?"
"Etna, I know this is crazy, but we are going to take you to a secret place…," said Seb.
Etna shrugged, "I've been in a secret hideout before… not surprised."
Back in the underground world…
"So…," said Zeramses, sitting on his throne with a grin on his face, "Why are you so happy?"
Haunton grinned as he gave Zeramses the Solgaleo Express ticket. Immediately, Zeramses's face was glimmering with gleam. His eyes were gold and bright as he jumped out of his seat.
"I AM SO EXCITED!" shouted Zeramses, "You got this?"
"Yes…," said Haunton, and with the personal items I have collected, "I am making something called 'Precious Dynamite'! We are going to light up the sky and then the world will fall to flames!"
"That's a good suggestion," said Persha, grinning.
Haunton grinned as he opened the bag, dumping the items in the black and gold canister that appeared. As he went to grab the red orb from his bag, Cedric grabbed his hand. He then took the orb.
"Cedric, why?" asked Zeramses.
"You stole her courage… interesting," said Cedric, turning around as he looked at her, "However, I would love to use this as a trophy."
"Put it in the canister," said Zeramses.
"Did Hades order it?" asked Cedric.
Suddenly, the earth started to shake. Cedric looked over as the white light began to glow bright red with anger. Cedric nodded as he placed the red sphere in the canister.
"Meanwhile… I am going to do this," said Zeramses, biting into the Solgaleo Express card and sliding it across.
On the surface…
The Solgaleo Express started traveling across Route 113. Inside Haunton grinned as he was working on the canister. Persha grinned as she was taking the controls. She watched as she saw Fallarbor Town up ahead.
"Let's incinerate this town!" she shouted, laughing.
"Do it!" shouted Haunton.
"Express Change: Solgaleo Express Megazord!"
Immediately, the Solgaleo Express began to rise. The back end of the train stretched and then split apart, becoming the legs and feet. The head of the Solgaleo Express detached itself as the wheels on the bottom shrunk in and arms stretched out with golden and red claws. A silver and black head appeared with green eyes as Solgaleo's face attached itself to the torso.
"LET'S HAVE SOME FUN!" she shouted.
Meanwhile…
Rachel sat down with her head on the table. Etna and the other rangers were sitting down as they were speaking with Woodmodore.
"Well, it's nice to have an ally come to the library," said Woodmodore, "Welcome."
"Thanks. Wish it would be on better circumstances," said Etna, turning to Rachel and then the others.
"So," said Lamar. He folded his hands and placed them on the table, "Let's think theoretically. In order for us to become the Mystic Force Rangers, our magic is provided by courage. So, if Rachel's courage is taken away, then that means one thing and one thing only… she may not be use any spells…"
"But," said Zander, looking at the rangers, "Courage is something that is in your spirit. So, if you think about it, her powers will come back."
"In due time," said Grace, turning to the others, "And time is the one thing we don't have right now."
"Exactly," said Urara, "Suppose… and I might regret this later, Zeramses uses the Solgaleo Express Megazord… we can't form the Mystic Titan Megazord to defend! We will be toast!"
"We also need to get those items back," said Seb, turning to the others. As he turned around, Rachel lifted her head up from the ground.
"What?" asked Seb, turning to Rachel. The red ranger sighed as she looked up, "I am sorry. I should have walked away from all of this from the beginning and I should have just ran away when the first sightings came. Should have went to Kanto or Johto… I am a horrible trainer."
"Don't say that," said Grace, turning to Rachel. Rachel grumbled as she put her back against the wall and sat against it with her head down. Sebastian sighed as he looked at the rangers, "Well, I have a story…"
"Good," said Urara, "I love stories."
"The story behind the rings," said Seb, waving his hand, "With the exception of this ring, the rings that you wear bestow an important story. The six of us carry these rings because we are bonded to magic… but for the five of you, there's a big reason. You see… Woodmodore?"
Woodmodore nodded, "I know where this is going."
The mirror that was placed in the room transformed into a black screen as the rangers watched. There were colors of yellow, blue, red, pink and green in the background that slowly appeared with five black shadows of magicians.
"When the world falls in peril and people and Pokémon lose all hope… five magicians will create a legend to save a world from falling apart," said Sebastian.
"Five magicians create a legend?" asked Zander, "Look at those staffs!"
The five magicians had staffs in their hands, each with their element.
"Those five elements represent us," said Urara, "So, what does that mean?"
"Urara, the five magicians relate to you. These were the five that created the essence of Magiland: courage, empathy, togetherness, passion and hope. If you can unlock these powers within yourselves you will be able to master what the ancient magicians did many years ago," said Woodmodore.
"Interesting way of putting it," Etna said, turning to the other rangers, "I guess Magiland is a very sacred place for magicians?"
"Pretty much," said Zander.
"Hey, Etna and Grace, I have something to ask of you… while the rest of you deal with Rachel," said Seb.
Etna and Grace nodded as they walked away from the library with Seb close behind them. As the door closed, the rangers sat outside on the haunted patio as Sebastian closed his eyes as he scratched his chin.
"This is a serious problem," said Seb, "However, I do have a plan."
"Plan?" asked Grace, "What's your plan?"
Sebastian turned around as he looked at Grace. Grace raised an eyebrow, "Seb?"
"So… I know you used Diagla magic last time… how willing are you to use Palkia magic?" asked Seb.
Grace darted her eyes at him, "You do realize Palkia magic will send you to different realities, right? Unless…"
"I need you to make a few phone calls. I did some research in the Hoenn Region of the past red rangers… believe it or not, one red ranger is from here, the other is from Johto… well, 100 years in the future," said Seb.
Etna turned around as she looked at Grace, "Wait, you told me you went back in time with forbidden magic right? Why 100 years in the future?"
"First off, he exists in our time frame," said Seb.
"Good, I don't want another tornado in the future," said Grace, "At least, out of my stomach."
Seb raised his hand as he turned around, "Anyway, I need you to call Jack Farrell and Eddie Barinholtz… the two red rangers from Johto and Hoenn. I am going to Kanto in the other reality to fetch Ryan."
"How can you do that without Solgaleo?" asked Grace.
"Simple… Palkia Magic. And Ryan can drop me back here," said Seb, "I'm sure the Onix Carrier Zord can send me back with him."
"Palkia Magic is better than what I just experiment with… but I think you are crazy," said Grace, turning to Seb, "You need to come back quickly."
"Where do you think they would be?" asked Seb.
Grace turned around, shrugging, "I know they talked about the R&R Café. He works there… I have been to Kanto only once, remember."
"Good," said Seb, "Meanwhile, I want you to call Amii… see if he can find Jack."
Etna turned around, "What about me?"
"You are going back and I don't care if she kicks or screams… Rachel needs to train for the gym battle and she needs to have courage to do it," said Seb.
Etna nodded, "Got it. I have an idea."
Grace pressed a few buttons as she released her Mystic Morpher. She then opened a white book that had pink stripes on it that was in her pocket, "Ancient spirit of Palkia… send my friend to fetch another through space and reality. Galwit Mysto Magine!"
Pressing a few buttons, a yellow aura surrounded as his body disappeared. Etna turned around as she looked at Grace.
"Do you know how to get into the trap door?" asked Etna.
As Grace reached for her phone, she nodded as she headed over to the inside of the house, pressing a secret switch that allowed Etna to head down into the library. Meanwhile, Grace pressed a few buttons.
"Hey, Amii… it's me. I need to know if you have Jack Farrell's phone number… he's with you now? Cool… Yeah, Rachel is having an issue… she lost her courage… oh Eddie is with him too? I never met him…. Yeah, have them come to Route 101… I owe you!"
She grinned as she pressed a few buttons on the phone and then grinned.
A few seconds later…
Etna flew through the Magic Library as she grabbed Rachel by the ear. Rachel turned around as she went to walk away.
"Where are we going?" asked Rachel.
"Simple. We are battling outside… today," said Etna, looking at Rachel with anger. Etna grumbled as Rachel was being thrown out of the library.
"I wonder how Etna is back in Kalos with the others?" asked Zander.
Meanwhile, at the R&R Cafe… in a different reality...
"Burgers are up!"
The groans of a trainer walked over as he grabbed the burgers and fries that were on the serving stand. He has light brown hair hidden under a white cap. He wore a white shirt under a red jacket and blue jeans. He also had a belt of Poké Balls. As he headed over, he noticed Sebastian, who was sitting at the table.
"SEB? You ordered a burger?" asked Ryan.
"Hi, Ryan…," said Seb, grinning as Ryan sat across from him, "How have you been?"
"Besides Mewtwovanni being Mewtwovanni, it's been good. How are things in the other reality?" asked Ryan, "And how did you get here?"
"Grace may have tampered with Palkia-space magic… and after she used Diagla-time magic last time, I hope things will be different. It's not cursed," said Seb.
Ryan turned around as he looked at Seb, "You need me, don't you?"
"It's Rachel," said Seb, raising an eyebrow.
Ryan slowly nodded as he stood up, "Looks like we have a lot to discuss."
A few minutes later… More like ten minutes later...
"So, you are trying to tell me that Rachel's courage was stolen?" asked Ryan as they approached the zord bay underneath Fuji's lab. Seb nodded as they got into the Charizard Zord. Sitting down in the seat, Ryan looked at Seb with surprise, "Why do you need me?"
"Because… I think three red rangers need to knock some sense into Rachel. She has to understand courage is internal and not an item," Seb said.
"I guess so," said Ryan, sitting back, "By the way, Fuji says I better be back in an hour."
"Yeah," said Seb, "You know how battles and trials go."
Ryan sighed as he pressed the button, "You don't have to tell me. Charizard Poké Zord, launch!"
The Charizard Zord's engines ignited as it flew out the zord bay, into the sky and then into the different universe.
Outside the Magic Library, in a hidden path between Route 101 and the abandoned house…
"Delphox, use Will-O-Wisp!" shouted Etna.
Delphox released a stream of purple flames that hit Rachel's Electrike. Rachel's Electrike was breathing heavily as the burns continued. Etna turned around as she looked at Rachel. Rachel was scared as she looked at her.
"Uh… Electrike, use Spark?" asked Rachel.
As Electrike dived to attack, Etna sighed in boredom, "Delphox, Psyshock!"
Immediately, a pink wave hit Electrike as Electrike landed on the ground, knocked unconscious. Rachel fell to her knees as Etna recalled Delphox, "You are going to have to do better than that if you plan on beating my cousin! Obviously, you spend a lot more time on your magic than training."
"Magic helps me when things are going south," said Rachel.
"Do you have to make an excuse?" asked Etna.
Grace grinned as she heard a few doors open. As she dashed out of the trees, she grinned as she met two rangers as she went through the thickets. He had jet black hair with brown eyes. He wore a black t-shirt with blue jeans and a red zipper hoodie over it. He also had a white belt with a gold buckle. Behind him, there was another person. He wore a red t-shirt with blue jeans and white shoes. He had red hair that was spiked and red eyes.
"Hi, Jack!" said Grace.
"Hi!" said Jack, grinning, "Amii told me about you."
Grace sighed, "I hope good things."
"Yes," said Jack, "This is my pal, Eddie. Eddie, she's a new ranger in Hoenn."
"I see," said Eddie, grinning, "Mystic Force? Magic?"
"Yeah," said Grace, turning around as the ground started shaking. Looking up, the rangers noticed a Charizard Zord landing on the ground. Grace knew exactly who it was as the doors opened up. Ryan and Seb walked out of the zord as Grace gave Ryan a hug.
"Glad you showed up," said Grace.
"Where's Rachel?" asked Ryan.
"Training. We don't want her to know what's going on… so, let's head to the library and we will fill you in," said Seb.
Sneaking into the library, the rangers turned around as they saw Jack, Eddie and Ryan. Immediately, the three rangers went over to Ryan to say hello. Grinning, Ryan turned around as he looked at the team.
"Wow," said Ryan, "You miss me that much?"
"Yes," said Urara, "Of course we do! How's Jess?"
"She's doing good," said Ryan, grinning.
Lamar turned around as he shook Jack's hand, "I am meeting you in person. The original Red Ranger."
Jack laughed, "The pleasure is all mine!"
Zander grinned, "So, who are you?"
"I'm Eddie Barinholtz, remember? Johto Champion? The Gold Overtech Ranger, the Red Johto Ranger…" asked Eddie.
"Oh yeah, I've heard of you," said Zander, "You were amazing when you trained your Pokémon. Hope you didn't lose your touch.."
"Hey, I still train," said Eddie, grinning.
"Uh," said Seb, "I hate to break this to you but…"
Suddenly, the mirror changed scenes. The rangers stood there in surprise as the Solgaleo Express Megazord was aiming their sights… at Fallarbor Town.
"So… it looks like Urara might eat her words," said Lamar.
Urara sighed as she turned around, "I already have. Let's go."
"Lamar, Zander, Grace, Urara… head on out… I need to explain how to help Rachel."
Zander nodded as he turned to the rangers, "Let's head to Fallarbor."
As the four rangers dashed out of the library, Seb grinned as he looked at the three rangers, "If you can battle Rachel… she needs to gain her courage back. She is been scared every minute since her courage has been stolen."
"Do you think having her battle us three on one is a good idea?" asked Jack, "There could be another option."
"Look, before she became a ranger, she ran away from them. She has gotten so far and she has been very brave. I don't want her to fall back. Rachel can do this. I called the three of you because I know you represent the trait of courage and that is something that she needs to see. Not as a ranger, but as a person," said Sebastian, "Please help me."
Eddie and Jack turned around as he looked at Seb. Ryan nodded as he put his hand on Seb's shoulder, "We got this. You need to get your Megazord back."
A few minutes later…
"Let's go destroy a town...let's go destroy a town!" shouted Haunton and Persha.
Shooting beams of Flash Cannon, parts of Fallarbor Town started to explode. Flames erupted from certain buildings as the Solgaleo Express Megazord continued to walk toward the town. Meanwhile, the rangers were on their Mystic Jets. Seb, however, was a on a black and golden magic carpet, flying across with the other rangers.
"That's enough!" shouted Seb.
"Oh," said Persha, "Let's give them a Flamethrower!"
A stream of flame emerged out of the Solgaleo Express Megazord. As Seb dodged it, the other four rangers took the attack.
"Galwit Mysto Magika!"
The four rangers transformed into the Mystic Titans, tackling the Solgaleo Express Megazord.
Meanwhile, Seb turned around as he noticed Haunton land on the ground. Seb jumped off as he landed on the ground.
"Alright," said Seb, taking out his Mystic Lamp, "Hand over Rachel's-."
Suddenly, an explosion surrounded Sebastian as he landed on the ground. Getting up from the dirt, Seb could hear the sinister laughs. He looked up as he saw Zeramses with his fan and Cedric, who was morphed into his Incinizard form.
"Cedric and… Zeramses… or should I call you the Zekrom Prince?" asked Seb,
"Zekrom Prince? I don't like being called that. Zeramses is fine!" shouted Zeramses, "And your rescue mission just got preoccupied. Cedric, turn that novice magician into a pile of bones!"
"As you wish," said Cedric, withdrawing his saber.
Meanwhile…
Outside Route 101, Rachel landed on the ground as Combusken fell on top. This time, Etna was facing her with Pyroar. Rachel grumbled as she returned Combusken to the Poké Ball.
"I'm not cut out for this. I'm gone," said Rachel. As Rachel walked away, Etna threw out one of her Poké Balls, releasing Pyroar.
"Oh, I don't think so!"
Rachel turned around as Ryan appeared with the other two trainers. Ryan crossed his arms as he looked at Rachel. Rachel started walking backwards.
"Ryan, I…," said Rachel.
"I came all the way from Kanto, into another reality and you are going to run away?" asked Ryan.
"Well," said Rachel, "I mean, yes!"
As Rachel turned around, something was pointed at Rachel's face. Jack had a red hilt that had the Torchic coin engraved on it with an orange blade.
"My Torch Sword won't let you leave until you face me," said Jack.
Ryan withdrew his sword. Its blade was shaped like a Charizard Wing as it ignited in flames, "Same with my Charizard Saber!"
Eddie withdrew his saber, which was red and white. Pressing the button, an energy saber emerged from the handle, "I was going to say… you need to handle my Cinder Saber!"
Rachel sighed as she looked at them, "Don't you think that… three sabers to one is a little unfair?"
"If you don't have the courage, you can't access your magic," said Ryan, "Therefore, we have to train your mind!"
As Ryan struck, Rachel ducked as she kicked him in the face. Turning around, Eddie went to strike a punch. Rachel was punched in the face as she landed on the ground. Jack went over to stomp on her when Rachel kicked him in the face, trying to back away. Etna stood there, watching.
"Interesting, but why?" asked Etna. Her eyes lit up as she began to remember what was said.
"The five magicians relate to you. These were the five that created the essence of Magiland: courage, empathy, togetherness, passion and hope. If you can unlock these powers within yourselves you will be able to master what the ancient magicians did many years ago."
"OF COURSE!" Etna thought, "This is NOT just to get Rachel to be a better ranger and to improve confidence. This is Rachel's trial!"
Meanwhile…
The Solgaleo Express Megazord released another Flash Cannon, piercing the Mystic Rangers. As the titans landed on the ground, Zander turned around as he looked at the others.
"Urara, Grace, Lamar… Mystic Dragon!"
"Right!" said the rangers.
"Galwit Mysto Dracos!"
The Mystic Dragon swung around, releasing flames from its mouth. Sparks flew from the Solgaleo Express as it stumbled.
"Let's give them a piece of my mind!" Persha shouted, "Metal Claw!"
The sharp claws came across the dragon. The four rangers screamed as the dragon landed on the ground. Sparks flew across as the dragon started screeching.
Down below, Cedric slashed Sebastian across the chest. As Cedric raised the saber, a black and red aura surrounded the sword as he came across. Sebastian rolled across as an explosion surrounded it. Sebastian turned around as he pulled out his Mystic Lamp Blaster, shooting golden beams.
"Gojika!"
Six golden bullets shot out repeatedly as they swirled around toward Cedric. Cedric used his shield to block. He turned around as he opened the shield.
"Zazado!"
Purple beams shot out of the shield. Sebastian screamed as explosions surrounded him, landing on the ground. As Seb fell on the ground, he carefully got up, trying to continue his weaponry. Aiming his weapon, Cedric went to strike. However, blue lightning bolts surrounded Seb as explosions surrounded him. Seb landed on the ground as there was laughter. Cedric turned around as Zeramses stepped forward.
"I will deal with the finishing blow," said Zeramses, "I want to destroy this human and Solgaleo… all in one!"
"Bring it on, Zekrom," said Sebastian.
"MEGARO FUSION!"
Blue and black bolts surrounded his body as he released a wave of electricity. Sebastian screamed as bolts surrounded his armor, exploding into bits as he landed on the ground.
Meanwhile…
Rachel fell to the ground as Eddie came across. As Eddie swung his saber, Rachel blocked and then threw him to the ground. The flames started to diminish as she threw Eddie to the ground. As Eddie fell backwards, Jack and Ryan jumped up in the air as they kicked her in the stomach. Landing on the ground, she crushed her head on the ground.
"Come on," said Jack, "You can do this."
"I can't… this is too much," said Rachel, "I just met you all and this is way too much for me to even handle!"
Eddie walked over with the Cinder Saber as he turned to her, "Really? Because that block was really good."
"That was just primal instincts," said Rachel, turning to Eddie.
"Yeah, but you had the courage to do it," said Eddie, "You see, as the leader of the rangers, you have the ultimate task."
"Ultimate task?" Rachel asked, brushing the dirt off her shirt, "Attacking me was not the best idea."
"Well, it was Seb's idea…," said Ryan, grinning, "And it worked. It was a lesson you need to learn."
"Just because courage is taken from you, doesn't mean you lose it completely," said Jack, turning around, "As leader, you need to demonstrate. If you can't demonstrate courage, how can you save the world? How can you work with your team?"
Rachel turned to Etna, who looked at her, "He's right."
Rachel clenched her fist as she turned to them. Jack stretched out his sword, "If you have the courage, I am your opponent."
Rachel looked up as the Torch Sword was inches from her nose. Rachel's face began to glow bright red as she stood up from the ground. Clenching her fists, she got into a stance. As she took a deep breath, red sparks formed from her feet as she stretched out her arm. Her Mystic Staff Saber appeared in her hand as she stretched it.
"Ryan, Eddie and Jack… lets go!"
As Ryan went to attack with his Charizard Saber, Rachel jumped up, blocking the saber and then kicking him in the stomach. She then elbowed Eddie and kicked the saber out of his hand. Next, she gave him a backfist, causing him to land on the ground. Immediately, Jack released a flame from his saber.
"Flamethrower!"
As a stream of flame came across, Rachel dodged it. As she rolled across, she jumped up as she stretched out her sword.
"Fire Blast!"
"Flame Wheel!"
"Blaze Slash!"
As the stream of flames came toward her, Rachel stood there frozen. She then closed her eyes as she used her saber.
"Majuna Majuna!"
A red barrier reflected the saber as it protected Rachel. Rachel opened her eyes as she looked at the sword, "I can use magic now!"
The three red rangers went to channel their sabers. Rachel twirled her saber, "Gi Gi Gigiru: Sky Attack!"
As she jumped up in the air, she raised her saber. Wings spread out as she flew across, knocking the three rangers down. As she landed on the ground, Ryan, Eddie and Jack fell to the ground. Jack got up as he looked at Etna, "All yours!"
"Pyroar, use Fire Spin!" Etna shouted.
Immediately, Rachel rolled across as she took out her Poké Ball, "Pelipper!"
Pelipper appeared as he headed toward Pyroar.
"Water Pulse!"
A blast of water shot out of Pelipper heading toward Pyroar.
"Pyroar, Dodge and use Hyper Voice!"
Immediately, a blast of echoes came across as Pelipper was hit hard. As Pelipper tried to maintain its hearing, Rachel started to scream, "Supersonic!"
Pelipper, as difficult as it was, released waves of golden energy. The blast threw Pelipper across. Pelipper turned around as Pyroar charged.
"Use Crunch!"
As Pyroar opened her fangs, Rachel nodded, "Stockpile!"
Immediately, Pelipper absorbed the attack. Pelipper was damaged but Pyroar continued to battle again.
"Use Fire Fang!"
As her fangs ignited in flames, Rachel grinned, "Stockpile!"
Rachel nodded as Pelipper began to absorb the attack. As Pelipper began to glow bright blue, Etna watched her move.
"Now, use…," said Rachel.
"Protect!" Etna shouted.
A green aura surrounded Pyroar and Rachel finished the statement, "Swallow."
"WHAT?" Ryan asked.
Immediately, the burns and damages started to disappear. Pelipper grinned as he flew across toward Pelipper. Immediately, Pyroar looked up.
"Pyroar, Take Down!"
As Pyroar went to take down Pelipper, Pelipper floated up into the sky as she missed. Pelipper floated across as he swung around.
"Now… use Mist!"
A white aura surrounded Pelipper as it was surrounded by clouds. Etna watched as the clouds gotten thicker and thicker. Immediately, Rachel nodded as she looked at the mist in the air.
"Water Pulse when ready!" Rachel shouted.
"Quick… use Protect!"
The green aura started to form, but it then diminished. Etna sighed as she watched blasts of water hit Pyroar. Pyroar was hit heavily as she landed on the ground. Spirals surrounded her eyes as she landed on the ground. Pelipper landed on the ground, smiling.
"Strategic…," said Etna, "But, we still have some training to do."
"Ah," said Rachel.
"More importantly," said Ryan, pointing to the sky. Rachel turned around as she noticed the Solgaleo Express Megazord fighting the Mystic Titan Dragon.
"What the heck?" Rachel asked, "So…"
"While you were fretting, someone is using the Solgaleo Express Megazord," said Etna.
"Hey, I know you probably want to get to know me… but I have a score to settle with a thief," said Rachel.
"I want to see where this is going," said Jack, running after her.
Later…
Seb got up as he went to strike a fighting pose. As he was kicked in the stomach and then thrown to the ground, he looked up as Zeramses went to raise his fan. A blue aura surrounded it as it turned into a staff.
"Shadow of Zekrom, hear my cry…. Finisher!"
Haunton and Cedric watched as Sebastian stood unable to move.
"So long… BOLT STRIKE!"
As Seb closed his eyes, a red aura appeared in the distance as it was heading straight for Haunton. Haunton screamed as he was flying toward Zeramses. Jack, Eddie, Ryan and Etna watched from the distance as Rachel tacked Haunton into Zeramses. As Zeramses landed on the ground, Rachel stood with the dynamite in hand.
"Rachel!" said Seb, walking over, "You came!"
"I have learned one thing today… and that is courage is something you have built in to you… rather than just an item," said Rachel, turning to Haunton and Zeramses.
"You think YOU can stop me?" asked Zeramses, "I harness the power of Zekrom. I will finish you!"
Rachel laughed as she turned around toward Zeramses, "Bring it on…"
Rachel revealed her Mystic Morpher, "Ancient spirits of Magiland, grant me the power of magic! Magical Source, Mystic Force!"
Pressing the button, Moltres rose from the ground as her suit enveloped with her helmet appearing.
"Fire Magician, Red Mystic Ranger!"
She withdrew her Mystic Staff and stretched it out, "Mystic Staff: Sword Mode!"
As she went to step forward, Ryan pulled her back as the other two red rangers followed.
"Do you honestly think that you are going to let us not have fun with this?" asked Ryan, turning to Zeramses.
"What the heck are you doing here?" asked Zeramses.
"Crashing the party… we'll take the dynamite," said Ryan, grinning. Jack and Eddie stood next to Ryan as they looked at him.
"So, I love villains. They get creepier," said Eddie, "You look… really old."
"Old and creepy," said Jack.
"Why you!" he shouted.
Jack stretched out his right hand a silver buckler appeared with the words Mighty Morphin' in Red Letters. The Torchic Coin was placed in the center. He then placed the right hand on top of his left hand as he stretched his arms out. He then turned them as the morpher appeared straight up.
"Let's Poké Battle! Torchic!"
Opening the morpher, the red coin began to glow as he transformed into his uniform. He had a red suit with white diamond patterns on the chest. He had white gloves and boots with red diamonds around them. He carried a white belt with the morpher on it. He had a red blaster on the left side and his helmet was the shape of a Torchic.
"Red Mighty Morphin' Poké Ranger!"
Eddie stretched out his morpher, which was a gold strap with a fire emblem on it.
"Morph, I Choose You!"
Once the morpher was activated, a stream of fire came out of his morpher. Eddie was engulfed in flames, surrounding his whole entire body. His suit was revealed. He had red boots and gloves and his arms were white pants and arms. He had a red torso with a gold stripe down the middle and there were golden stripes going down his arms and legs with a golden emblem with the letters "PRJ" on the right. He also had a golden belt with a blue blaster to the right side. His helmet was red, resembling a Typhlosion.
Ryan was the last one. He pressed a fire type symbol on his morpher.
"Poké Power, unleash… Charizard!"
Immediately, Ryan was engulfed in flames as his suit appeared. He wore a red suit with white gloves and boots. He also had a fire-type symbol engraved on his chest. The helmet was the last thing that was on.
"Red Kanto Ranger!"
Rachel turned around as she stood next to them, "It's going to be an incinerating day!"
Rachel dashed toward Zeramses and Haunton with the other three rangers running close behind. Zeramses released his fan, "Electric Wave!"
Blue bolts exploded around them as they kept going. Zeramses grumbled as he charged a blue bolt of energy from his fan. A stream of electricity went toward the red rangers. The three rangers rolled under the attack and then jumped up in the air. Zeramses went to strike, but Jack blocked it with his saber. He pushed the fan away and then slashed the villain across. As Zeramses turned around to strike, Ryan came from behind. As Ryan went to strike, Cedric blocked it with his shield.
"Seriously?" asked Ryan.
"He may be an interesting foe… but I protect him… Zazare!" he said, releasing black beams of energy. Ryan ducked as he missed the attack, Ryan slashed Cedric in the stomach and then kicked him to the ground. Eddie jumped up, kicking Cedric in the face. Cedric turned around as Eddie released his Cinder Saber.
"Flame Wheel!"
Releasing wheels of fire, Cedric blocked it with his shield. While he blocked, Ryan jumped up in front of Eddie and slashed Cedric across. Turning around, Rachel flew across with her saber, cutting Cedric across the chest, flipping around and slashed Haunton in the stomach. As the three villains turned around, Jack grinned as he took out a red blaster, turning it into a saber. His helmet began to glow red as he used his Torch Sword and Blade Blaster.
"Kiryoku Power! Blaze Strike!"
Putting his blades together, a stream of flames occurred as the three villains landed on the ground. Ryan then turned around with his Charizard Saber.
"Fire Blast!"
A blaze of flames came across, hitting the three villains. As they rolled on the ground, Rachel spun her sword up in the air.
"Pyro Combination!"
Rachel stretched out her Mystic Staff in Sword Mode as it turned into a stream of flame. The other red rangers stretched their sabers as they were engulfed in flames. The four red rangers jumped in the air and flipped.
"Incineration Slash!"
Cedric quickly dodged the attack! As the four rangers cut across Zeramses and Haunton, a silver and gold line came across as red beams surrounded the two villains. As the two of them landed on the ground, Zeramses rolled around as he carefully got up, looking at Cedric. They were surrounded in a stream of flames
"Aren't you going to do something?" asked Zeramses.
"You wanted to battle them… and I sucked myself in a battle I shouldn't have been involved with," said Cedric, "I am going back to the underworld."
A purple aura surrounded him as he disappeared. Zeramses looked at Haunton and then started to fan his body, "Um… I don't feel too well.. Haunton, I leave this to you… Meija Zazare!"
Immediately, Haunton grew ten times bigger. Zeramses grinned as he disappeared into the surface world. Meanwhile, the three rangers and Etna observed what was going on.
"What… a… coward," said Jack.
"Yeah," said Eddie, "Looks like one."
"Let's see what happens," said Ryan, looking at the others. Etna rushed toward them as the other rangers were in trouble. Sebastian headed toward Rachel.
"Thank you, red rangers," said Seb.
Rachel grinned as she patted Seb, "Get on your carpet… you know what to do."
Sebastian nodded as he dashed. Rachel then turned around, looking at the red rangers, "I know you probably want to help…"
"Yeah," said Ryan, "But, we'll watch."
"We'll be on standby," said Eddie, "Send that creature back to the underworld."
"Remember, great courage unlocks great power!" said Jack, "Good luck."
Rachel nodded as she jumped up in the air, "Galwit Mysto Magika!"
Transforming into the Moltres Titan, Seb flew across on his carpet, heading toward the Solgaleo Express Megazord. Landing in the cockpit, he removed his Mystic Lamp Blaster, "Hi, Persha!"
"Uh…," said Persha.
The Solgaleo Express Megazord started shaking as Persha was kicked out of the Megazord, "Darn it!"
As Rachel picked up the other titans, the rangers surrounded her.
"I'm so glad you're back," said Grace.
"Me too," said Rachel, "Let's bring him down!"
The five titans stood across as they faced the enemy.
"Right!" said the rangers, "Mystic Fusion! Magi Giruma Gattai Jinga!"
Immediately, a golden aura shown above them as they floated up to the sky. Mystic Titan Suicune shrunk its head, arms and legs. The body split off as the top of its head split in half, becoming feet. The Virizion shrunk its legs into its stomach and connected on top of the Suicune with Zapdos connecting to the back of the zords. Moltres's wings broke off as it became an extension for the arms and the rest of its body connected to the head of the Megazord. Finally, the chest plate of Virizion opened as the Xerneas antlers connected on top of the Moltres head. The face of Xerneas broke off as it connected to the Moltres head while the body fit inside Virizion. A big golden M appeared on the chest plate as the rangers flew into the cockpit.
"Mystic Titan Megazord, on stage!"
Haunton charged forward his claws. As he increased speed, King Excalibur was withdrawn. Stepping forward, the Mystic Titan Megazord cut through Haunton. Haunton landed on the ground, screaming in pain. As he tried to escape, Rachel grinned as she snapped her fingers, "Magical Showtime!"
As multiple swords appeared from the ground, the rangers raised their staffs, "King Excalibur: Phantom Illusion!"
Silver sabers came across as Haunton surrounded them. Haunton screamed as he tried to get out.
"Sunsteel Strike!" shouted Sebastian.
A golden aura shot out of Solgaleo, releasing a blast of high level heat. The Solgaleo Express Megazord then charged in, destroying the beast. Turning around, Haunton exploded into bits.
As the sun started to set, Rachel and the others were walking on the dirt roads. Jack and Eddie were surprised as Rachel took a deep breath in relaxation. Etna grinned as she turned toward her.
"So," said Ryan, shaking his head, "Sebastian, thank you for bringing me back. But, I'm needed back in my reality."
"I know," said Sebastian, seeing the Charizard Kanto Zord up in the air, heading down to land next to the team. Ryan grinned as he shook hands with Rachel, "Looking forward to seeing you when you are not running away."
"I highly doubt I will," said Rachel, "Now, go… before Mewtwovanni does something dumb. Give the Kanto Rangers my best.."
Ryan grinned as he waved his hand. He jumped in the Charizard Zord. The wings popped open as he launched his zord back into the vortex, toward Kanto. Etna turned around as she looked at Rachel. Rachel's ring began to glow a little.
"Not bad," said Etna, "You did well."
"Thanks!" Rachel said, showing off the ring, "I love how this ring shines from time to time. Guess I did earn it!"
"Oh, I know you did," said Zander, smiling.
Rachel grinned as she noticed the dynamite on the ground. Picking it up, a red glow surrounded her morpher. As Rachel picked it up, Eddie examined it.
"So, this is how you unlock new spells," said Eddie.
"Yep," said Rachel, "Actually, it's brighter than normal."
Opening the phone, Rachel saw six sparkling digits. One pattern appeared and then another.
"I got two spells," said Rachel.
"Well, that's not fair. Can it be shared?" Lamar asked.
"I don't know… but let's try both. The first one… Giruma Magi Magiro!"
A red aura surrounded her morpher as the dynamite began to disappear, objects, Pokémon and people began to reappear and a red sphere jumped out, going into Rachel. A red aura surrounded her as her body began to smile.
"That spell must be able to cancel out the spells of darkness," Lamar said.
"Now, the next one… Galwit Mysto Magi Dracos," Rachel said.
Instantly, a red and white aura surrounded her as she wore her ranger suit. A white aura surrounded her as white wings appeared behind her back with white and red gauntlets. She also wore white and orange boots with white chest armor. Her helmet was white with golden eyes.
"Wow!" Grace shouted, "What is that?"
"A Battlizer," said Jack, "One that red rangers possess when they demonstrate true worth."
"It would have been great to use this today… I wonder why so late though?" Rachel asked.
Lamar shook his head, "Why Reshiram?"
Etna sighed as she looked at the other rangers, "I think we can have the discussion over dinner. I can cook you know."
"Cook?" Urara asked, "Good. I am tired of eating beans and barley. No offense, Seb."
Sebastian laughed, "None taken."
Eddie chuckled, "On my journey, at least I brought deli meats."
The rangers laughed as Zander turned to Eddie, "We aren't that classy… but then again I don't know why we use magic to cook food!"
Rachel raised her finger, "Remember, we don't use magic for ourselves!"
"That's like the first rule of Poké Rangers: Never use your power for personal gain," Jack said.
"Ding-ding-ding!" Rachel said.
Immediately, the rangers laughed as they found a place to camp where Etna can cook a classy dinner for the rangers. Etna turned around as she looked at Rachel and the others.
"Oh, Rachel… by the way, I still need to train with you. You learned one strategy, but you won't be able to defeat Flannery with just Mist and Water Pulse," said Etna, "And you need a new Pokémon to balance your team."
"Can I just use magic?" Rachel asked.
"NO!" Seb shouted, "That's why I called Etna… especially after what you pulled before me."
"Yeah, magic doesn't work in gym battles," Etna said, laughing. The others chimed in as they walked away. Sebastian grinned as he opened his journal. Opening his journal, he took out a green pen.
"So," said Seb, "I am glad that we managed to get Rachel's courage. Even though I wish the Battlizer could have been used today, I have to admit that Rachel has unlocked the trait of courage… guess that means she's worthy of being legendary."
Seb watched as not also his ring began to shine, but Rachel's did as well.
Meanwhile…
Zeramses opened his eyes as he looked at his fan. His fan began to show Rachel in Reshiram armor. As she struck a pose, Zeramses began to smile.
"Does that mean… she's alive?" Zeramses asked, "Perfect. My plot can begin! And I can FINALLY meet the love of my life!"
"Reshiram?" Persha asked, "Wow…"
Cedric looked up as he saw the vision. He slowly nodded as he turned around, "This is going to be an interesting scene."
Next Chapter:
Lamar: She is so cute…
Zander: Yeah, she is.
Zeramses: She will be my bride!
Rachel: We got to go to Magiland to meet the Reshiram Princess?
?: I WILL NOT GIVE THE POKEMON TO YOU!
Rachel: But you gave me the Battlizer...
Grace: We have to get underground…
Rachel: We are a family… end of story...
Poké Rangers Mystic Force Chapter 26: The Bride of Hades: Galwit Mysto Pyro Gattai
Rachel: Fire Dragon Megazord… let's go!
A/N: Well… Rachel gets new fire armor… I figured I give the Battlizer first and then the special things later. She will even get to use it again in the future! I want to thank D.J., GoldenMewtwo, BentleyGirl and Psyduck Ranger (even though I have not seen him in so long, but gave me permission years ago to use his characters). The hardest challenge was the following:
First, Etna, which was created by D.J. Scales makes a guest appearance from Poké Rangers: Knights of Order. So, if you want to read more about Etna, please go read the story. She does give training to Rachel because of her experience! But, it was implementing training scenes. In Magiranger, there wasn't a training session, but this was the episode where Rachel's counterpart, Kai finds the courage to stand up to the one he loves. So, there was a lot of experimenting with how I can figure out this chapter… I am glad I figured it out. You might be seeing other guest stars too! You just got to wait and see.
Second, this is also the first crossover where I have used multiple stories. For example, Jack in Mighty Morphin', Ryan from GoldenMewtwo's Poké Rangers Kanto and Eddie from Psyduck Ranger's Poké Rangers Johto and Overtech Overdrive. I intentionally did this because red rangers have got to stick together… even if its in different dimensions and realities.
Third, rather than showing the battlizer to battle, I figured it would be best to show it as a preview to the next chapter… which is currently underway.
We are also at the halfway point of this fanfic.
Have an awesome day!