Freddy vs. Jason vs. Pinhead: Gladiators of Hell
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Note: Hey everyone, sorry about the lateness of this chapter, had a lot going on. Anyway, wanted to update this chapter to help PinstyLover1983 who hasn't been well lately, so hope this chapter cheers her up. Hope you all enjoy!
Chapter 3: Power
The stadium was now in a stunned silence as Pinhead's words seemed to be hard to register for anyone, even Freddy who had suggested the challenged was surprised Pinhead had actually accepted it. Perhaps the Lead was finally cracking and too overconfident for his own good, little did Freddy know it was his own confidence the as getting the better of him. As Pinhead continued to smirk at Freddy, Sabner grabbed hold of the dream killer and forced him to look at him. ''Have you lost your mind? You've just been through an exhausting battle! You can't possibly win, save your strength for the next fight!''
''And what's that going to do princess?'' Freddy taunted back. ''We just keep fighting until we're rocking in our chairs and telling old wars stories before biting the dust? Oh wait we can't, because we're already in Hell! I'm calling Pinhead out now, and finishing this, just so I can finally leave this place,'' He turned to Jason and sneered. ''And as far away from you as possible!''
Jason looked as if he was about to go on the attack, until he was held back by the brute strength of Kronzar. As the demon hunter held the giant back he also spoke to Freddy. ''I really think you should listen to Sabner, he's been rivals with Xipe for many years, he knows how powerful he is.''
''Oh scary,'' Freddy muttered sarcastically. ''In my mind, anyone who hides behind others all the time without backing up their words of being strong themselves is nothing. I can probably kick the shit out of him with one claw tied behind my back!''
''Then don't blame us,'' Circe said. ''When Xipe leaves you in a pool of blood and shame!''
Freddy ignored the warnings of his fellow gladiators and stepped forward waiting for Pinhead to come down from his throne. Despite Sabner wanting to get Freddy away and keep as many of them alive as possible, he was held back by Kronzar, who was also still trying to keep Jason from killing Freddy before Pinhead would get the chance. Eventually they all backed away to the corner of the arena, with Freddy now taking centre stage.
Meanwhile, Pinhead stepped back and then began to peel off his large black leather robe; much in the style of old British fighters before they would begin a brawl, but for Pinhead this would be no contest, he knew this would be a massacre. And he would enjoy every second of it, seeing Freddy's pride crumble under his bare hands. His muscles strong and glistening with faint trickles of blood from the openings on his chest.
''Are you sure you wish to do this?'' Nikoletta asked. ''We could just send down Skinner to silence him!''
''I agree,'' Angelique said as she advanced a little too close to Pinhead after he had discarded his robe. ''As much as I enjoy watching you battle, there really is no need.''
''Ah but there is,'' Pinhead said smoothly. ''The most powerful of the seven sins is pride, and when it is destroyed, it can be the most devastating sight. It wouldn't be right to send down Skinner when Frederick wishes for me, he'll get what he wants, and it'll cost him that pride he's built to keep him going.''
''So it's certain?'' Pistonhead asked the Dark Prince, who replied with a simple but slow nod. Once that was settled, Pistonhead approached the edge of the balcony with Pinhead and waved his hands to address the crowd. ''As if things couldn't become more interesting, our leader Xipe will accept Freddy's challenge. The fight shall commence, I can feel a certain buzz in me, almost identical to when me and Dreamer get it on!'' Pinhead turned to his comrade and gave him a displeasured look. ''What? It's true!''
Ignoring the comments, Pinhead used some of his power to levitate himself over the balcony and slowly down onto the ground of the arena. The sand blew away strongly as Pinhead's feet touched; already everyone in the arena except for Freddy himself could feel his presence of power. He was glad that he finally had his powers back for the first time since he was pulled out of the dream world by those teens helping Jason and he could now use him again the Cenobite that continually punished and tortured him every time he was killed off.
However, before either could make a move, something else caught their attention. Someone moving in between them and turning to face Pinhead…Jason Voorhees. He wasn't the simple brute that most people believed, he had smarts, he thought like a hunter and survivor. He didn't know all of it, but knew that Pinhead was the key to escape this place and return home. Even if it meant sparing Freddy for now, he just wanted to go home and see his mother again.
''Another shocking development!'' Pistonhead continued to commentate on the fight. ''It seems that Jason Voorhees also wants a piece of the action!''
Although Pinhead wasn't worried about this, he was actually more excited about this; Freddy wasn't slow to get out his thoughts on this. ''FUCK NO! There's no way I'm teaming up with you Voorhees! This is between me and the Goth!''
Jason wasn't really working with Freddy; he just wanted to have a go at Pinhead himself. Holding up his double bladed machete, he walked over to Pinhead. Each step he took cracked the ground beneath the sand, and his grip on the handle of the machete tightened to the point the veins in his hand looked like they were ready to burst. Pinhead didn't budge an inch, waiting until Jason was right in front of him, easily within striking distance.
''You're not getting him before me!'' Freddy shouted tired of all this. Running so fast it appeared that he teleported; he was right in front of both Jason and Pinhead. SLASH! Striking with power and strength that shock the ground, he cut right through Jason's rotten flesh but that was all he hit. Regaining his stance, he saw that Pinhead was nowhere to be seen. He looked down at Jason who was still puzzled about the sudden wound that he had gained on his sides. ''See what you done momma's boy? You lost him!''
BAM! Freddy was pummelled on his right cheek from behind by Pinhead's fist. Despite not looking like he put any strength in it, the punch sent Freddy flying clear across the arena and crashing into the sidewall, breaking it apart. From the side-lines; Kronzar and Circe was astounded by Pinhead's show of strength, whereas Sabner, being a rival of Pinhead's knew that was nothing compared to the Cenobite's true strength…that was just a test punch.
Jason looked up to see Pinhead still standing there, his arm still up from where he attacked Freddy from behind. Taking the chance, Jason swung his weapon towards Pinhead faster than many would have thought Jason could move. But Pinhead effortlessly dodged every attack that Jason made; he was like a blur as Jason's blows seemed to cut the very air around him. Once Pinhead had a clear shot, he took it BAM! Ploughing his fist into Jason's stomach with enough force to lift him off his feet, however unlike Freddy, Jason wasn't sent flying away, and instead grabbed hold of Pinhead's arm and tossed him away.
In mid-air, Pinhead regained control and once ground was in sight, easily landed on his feet skidding along the ground until he was no right in front of the crater in the wall, which Freddy finally managed to crawl out of. The Cenobite in his sights and with his back turned Freddy leapt forward and attacked. He slashed and hacked away, but although Pinhead had his back turned to Freddy, was still managing to evade all the attacks.
Putting all his power into one strike, Freddy slashed at Pinhead right down the centre, only for Pinhead to teleport and cause Freddy to hit the ground. The dream demon quickly looked around for where Pinhead could be, but found nothing. Although despite not seeing him, he could feel the power…right behind him. Playing a dummy, Freddy took a step to the right causing Pinhead go to his left; once he knew Pinhead had fallen for it, he turned around to his left and swung his claw at Pinhead giving the Cenobite no time to run away from this one.
But he didn't need to…because Pinhead raised his arm and grabbed Freddy's hand making sure that the claws didn't catch him. Freddy cried in pain as Pinhead crushed his hand BAM! Using the palm of his hand, Pinhead hit Freddy in the chest and blasted him away. Once he was gone, Jason was going for Pinhead once more. Swinging his machete down, Pinhead sidestepped it. Jason then tried to punch Pinhead, but once again Pinhead sidestepped it BAM! BAM! BAM! And continued to punch Jason, driving the killer further back until he grabbed Jason's arm before spinning him around and throwing him towards Freddy, and causing them to topple over each other.
''Where has all that confidence gone Frederick?'' Pinhead called out as the two Slashers both rose to their feet. ''So eager to begin this fight, now so desperate to end it!''
''End it?'' Freddy mumbled breathlessly, still trying to play it tough even though both he as well as Jason was clearly out matched. ''I'm just getting started!''
With that said he charged at Pinhead yet again, striking and attacking with everything he had, still not managing to land a single hit. Even when Jason had caught up and they were both attacking at the same time, Pinhead took both of them on, still looking like he could keep going for hours. It was foolish for them to face Pinhead when they were both still weary and beaten from their last fight, while Pinhead was fresh and still bursting with energy.
Everyone watched on as Freddy and Jason were constantly pounded and beaten by Pinhead, but they still kept going. Jason because he wanted nothing more than to go home and protect his land; Freddy's was slightly more complex now, he use to be the top dog. The one with all the power, because Pinhead was never really considered a Slasher he was seen as the most powerful. He needed to win this fight, he needed to remain on top and be the strongest, and however it became more and more obvious that this fight was now out of his reach. Even Jason it seemed could last longer now than Freddy, than again without his power, Freddy was the most mortal of the three.
BAM! BAM! Both of Pinhead's fists connected with Freddy and Jason's faces sending them both crashing away into the wall once more, leaving craters yet again from the sheer power of this contest…if you could even call it that anymore. The stadium was chanting the name of Xipe Totec over and over, this was why he was the Lead; if his seemingly infinite wisdom and negotiating skills were looked over, he still had much raw strength and power to show…and he wasn't even using his telekinesis or chains.
Both Slashers finally emerged from their craters, battered and weary, yet both were still somehow standing and looking to continue this winless fight. Freddy raised his claw towards Pinhead, gesturing to carry on; and the lead Cenobite seemed ready to go on with Freddy's demand…that is until Sabner ran forward and stood in between the fighters…again Freddy not so happen about the interruption. ''Move it lightshow, I wanted a fight and I'm not leaving until I…''
BAM! Shock gripped everyone including Pinhead as Sabner turned and punched Freddy square in the face, causing the dream demon to crash into the ground hard, almost forcing him to lose consciousness. With his fights with the bug warriors and Pinhead, Freddy found it difficult to pick himself up after that blow. That issue out of the way, Sabner turned to Pinhead. ''That's enough Xipe; they have learned their lesson. You are the victor, now sends us back to our cabins until our next fight.''
Pinhead grinned half-heartedly at Sabner's pleas. ''Is this begging that I hear from you? This is why you could never truly be considered Leviathan's enemy, you Angels seek redemption for even those so sinful they reek of the death of thousands.''
''I'm not saving them because of my duty!'' Sabner replied. ''You Cenobites have me here; I no longer have any authority here. I just merely wish for my comrade gladiators to be ready for our next battle, increase our chances or survival, for my sister's survival.''
The atmosphere inside the stadium was so thick; any of the Cenobites could cut it with their weapons. Pinhead merely stood there, no emotion on his face, as the smile was long gone. Circe and Kronzar had walked over towards Sabner ready to defend him, and to stop Freddy and Jason from continuing their attack on Pinhead. Everyone expected Pinhead to ignore the pleas of his former rival and defeat them all, including his Gash members on the balcony. Angelique's laugh broke the silence. ''Angels! So naïve and weak, as if our leader would let you live when one has issued a challenge and been humiliated defeated…''
''Very well!'' Pinhead said monotonically. Surprising everyone, most of all Angelique who now couldn't help but feel embarrassed for having her judgement shot down like that. Her hate now shot towards Pinhead for doing such a thing to her, a princess. Pinhead levitated himself back up towards the main balcony and turned to look down at the gladiators. ''You may take your wounded and rest up for your next fight. But I suggest you keep Frederick on a shorter lease next time, or I will server that vulgar and over confident tongue of his.''
''Xipe, my favoured son, am I to understand you let the Gladiators live? Even after losing in combat?'' The booming voice of Leviathan asked, not with anger but with fascination as his favoured and most loyal son bowed before him.
''Only so they may continue with the pleasures of gladiatorial combat, it was merely a fool hearted challenge by Frederick. His pride is surely crushed and will not do such thing again, I swear it! As I have said before they are weak, and not worthy of a Cenobite's power!'' At first, the God Leviathan did not respond to Xipe's somewhat jealous remark. Now he knew Pinhead's reason for fighting Freddy, as well as Jason when he stepped forward. To disprove Leviathan's theory and desire for them two to become followers under his rule. When his master did not respond, Pinhead rose to his feet, looking for a way out of this conversation without Leviathan knowing it. ''I shall leave you now my lord.'' He turned to leave, but did not get far.
''And you allowed Sabner's request to spare them!''
Pinhead stopped dead in his tracks, he knew he wasn't going to simply walk away from this. ''I merely thought that…''
''Sabner was heaven's equivalent to you my son. Where there would be the sinned, you would try to claim and he would stop you. Where there would be an innocent that has not yet experienced our pleasures he would try to claim and you would stop him. You two have been the greatest of rivals since your induction into my order; your battles have been great sights to behold. Why now, when he is under your thumb, you sympathise with his request?''
Thinking off the top of his head, and trying to keep his God from going into his thoughts for answers Pinhead quickly answered. ''Despite our rivalry, I have always had respect for Sabner. He is as you say, the equivalent of myself. I think not accepting his request and killing him in that manner would be unfitting. It is respect, my motivation for allowing them sanctuary my lord.''
Again there was a silence before Leviathan spoke, but Pinhead could feel it, he knew what his master was about to bring up no matter how much he tried to hide or deny it. ''The last adversary you made deals with and accepted left a lasting impact on you, has she made you weak? Clouded your judgement?''
Pinhead instantly turned around to bow to Leviathan once more. ''Never my lord, I am forever loyal to you!''
''Loyal to me perhaps, but you are forever caring to her, forever enticed and enchanted. I was sympathetic towards you and allowed her to live, despite what she's done to us before because you are my favourite Xipe. However, if you allow that human to cloud your judgement again and make you weak, I shall send someone to her…is that what you want?''
Quietly sighing with anguish, yet exhaling a breath of relief that Leviathan took no further action, Pinhead rose to face his master directly. ''No, I shall think of her no more!''
''Good! You are feared and respected by many Xipe, don't let the heart of one bleed and bring in the sharks!''
Little did either of them realise, some things could go on in the Labyrinth without Leviathan's knowing. And this was the case as beyond the chasm and in one of the many corridors of this hellish place, Angelique listened with fury burning inside her. Skinner, ever loyal like a dog, standing by her side. The princess had always been intrigued with Xipe; the power that Cenobite possessed was almost unmatched and unstoppable. But lately, she saw a different Xipe, one whose temptation and heart was stolen by a human of all things.
''Xipe, you were meant to be the strongest, along with me as your princess we should rule over everything, even Leviathan!'' She hissed, being careful not to attract the knowledge of Leviathan; with her not being one of the God's creations, she was not so easy to track or learn of her plans. And she had big plans; she found it sickening that a human was in the mind of their leader, below only to their God. ''Something needs to be done about that human Kirsty, and Xipe will of course be against it, but what can he possibly do to me…if he will die!''
To Be Continued…
So what did you all think? Please review and let me know, hope you enjoyed. So we really got a sense of Pinhead's power there, but remember, Freddy and Jason had just come out of a fight, what would happen if they were all at full strength? Anyway next chapter will be about the other Gladiators and their back stories, as well as more about the past rivalry between Sabner and Pinhead. Take care and thanks!