Super Smash Bros adventures chapter 10
Mario waits in the Smash room, having just triumphed over Wii Fit trainer. The exercise coach sure was strong. She must have trained hard. Mario was surprised he had beaten her.
The plumber shudders as he remembers when he was sent flying with her Sun Salutation. That golden ball of energy sure was strong. But then, he smiles to himself as he remembers the dazzling combos he used to win the fight against Wii Fit Trainer. He is quite pleased with himself. He had won the match without losing a single life, and he words the spectators cheered still ring in his mind.
"That was awesome, Mario!" Cheered Luigi.
"Fight like that again!" Pit exclaimed wildly.
That fight had been a close one, but now it is a blur to Mario as his heart pounds and his mind becomes preoccupied with thoughts of who his next opponent would be.
Mario watches as Marth and Sonic pummel each other, both of them sustaining heavy damage. Sure, Marth was a strong fighter, but if Mario had to fight Sonic in the final match of this tournament, it would prove to be a nearly impossible challenge.
Mario continues watching, his heart fluttering in his chest with every hit scored. Marth has just successfully countered one of Sonic's Spinning attacks, but the speedy hedgehog runs up and grabs Marth before he can react further.
"I've got to think of a way to do that…" Mario says to himself, envying Marth's skills with the sword.
Back in the ballroom, the audience is just as much into the fight as Mario is.
"This fight's going to be close!" Mega-Man exclaims, barely on the edge of his seat.
"I wonder who will win." Jigglypuff says thoughtfully.
However, at that moment, Sonic lands a powerful Kick on Marth, and the Altean prince is sent flying out of bounds.
"Ooh!" the audience cries, then breaks into bursts of wild applause for the winner of the battle.
"You fought honorably." Marth says to Sonic when they return from the battlefield. "Congratulations."
"That was a tough fight." Sonic says, shaking the noble's hand. The swordsman heads to the ballroom, while the hedgehog returns to the Smash room.
"Yeah! Awesome!" Little Mac screams, pumping a green gloved fist in the air.
"That was a great match." says Shulk, though he looked a little disappointed that his candidate for the betting didn't prevail.
Back in the Smash room, Mario and Sonic are staring at each other, neither of them truly believing what had happened in this tournament.
"This is going to be an amazing fight." Says Sonic, his fists clenched with excitement and anticipation.
"Let's give it our all." Mario says resolutely. Just then, the two of them hear a hurricane of applause coming from the ballroom, and they know its time for their match to begin shortly.
"Those were all some amazing and exciting matches! I 'm surprised at how well each and every one of our participants fought today!" Sakurai exclaims, truly impressed as to how his Smashers have improved. "Now that the semi-finals are over its time for the final round of this tournament."
There is another round of applause, and Mario and Sonic are transported to a glowing platform floating in space, a place that both of them recognize as Final Destination.
As soon as they heard the word 'GO', Mario and Sonic runs to each other and clash punches. Mario attacks Sonic with some Punches, but Sonic is too fast, and dodges them easily with a backward dash. The speedy hedgehog then charges forward and lands a powerful Kick to Mario's chest.
His heart pounding, Mario grabs Sonic, throws him to the ground, and lands a flurry of Punches and Kicks. Sonic gasps for breath, cringing a little from the pain, and rises again.
"You're not going to win this!" Sonic declares, and before Mario can get out of the way, Sonic races up to him, grabs him, and tosses him into the air. Mario is now flying helpless, but low enough to where Sonic can reach him easily. The speedy hedgehog springs into the air, and hits Mario with an Aerial Spin Attack, his compressed body glowing a vibrant blue.
Both fighters are like ninjas, moving fast. It was the ultimate battle of speed and power. The fight continues, both Mario and Sonic exerting their bodies to the limit. By this time, each of them have seen the void, and been claimed by the recovery light. Refreshed and full of strength, Mario and Sonic continue to pummel each other, dealing whatever damage they can.
Mario throws his hottest Fireballs at Sonic, but the hedgehog jumps over them and lands a few punches. Mario fights back, turning Sonic around with his Super Leaf Cape and dealing a powerful Punch to his blue opponent.
Sonic rushes in with a grab, but Mario dodges, and grabs Sonic again. The plumber down throws him again, and is about to follow up with a few Uppercuts, but Sonic jumps away and lands in front of Mario, panting hard with anxiousness.
"You're good." Mario praises, leaping forward. Mario jumps to Sonic, and attacks him with a Back Flip Kick. Sonic expertly dodges, feeling the wind as Mario's foot flies past his head. The hedgehog then jumps into the air and landed his Scissor Air Kick, followed by a few more aerial attacks.
"Aahh!" Mario screams as he is sent flying. The Italian plumber has already sustained heavy damage, and is close to being eliminated. Sonic bounces on a spring, soaring above Mario, and attacks him with another Scissor Kick. Mario twists away, avoiding the attack by centimeters, and pushes off in the air, Punching Sonic and scoring a few coins while he's at it.
Both competitors land on stage, breathing heavily, their bodies aching. They are tired, and one good hit will send either of them out of bounds.
"I have to win this," Mario thinks to himself. He narrows his eyes in anticipation of Sonic's next move. Sonic runs at Mario, a blue blur of activity. Mario puts up his energy shield and barely avoids Sonic's Punch. "Yeah!" Mario cries triumphantly as he lands a super fast Fire Palm. Sonic flies into the void, and Mario knows that he has won. Not just this match, but also the entire tournament.
When the two competitors return to the mansion, they are greeted by a roar of cheers and applause. A lot of the spectators chant Mario's name, as if he were the best thing since the Smash Ball.
"Good match, Sonic." says Mario.
"You too, Mario. That was an amazing fight." says Sonic as they fist bump each other.
Mario and Sonic head to the ballroom, and everyone starts cheering louder than before. Luigi, Peach, Bowser, and Rosalina run to Mario. Luigi hugs Mario, Bowser gives Mario a fist bump, and Peach kisses Mario on the cheek, which makes the plumber blush awkwardly.
Sakurai goes on stage, carrying a gold trophy with a spinning Smash Ball on it. "Mario please come on stage." called Sakurai.
"Woo-hoo!" Mario cries as he jumps up on stage.
"The winner of the first Super Smash Bros tournament, is Mario." announces Sakurai. Everyone all cheers for Mario as he receives the trophy. Mario grins and holds the prize high as Sakurai's workers take pictures of him.
"Now that the tournament is over there'll be a party tonight. So I hope I see everyone there!" Sakurai continues. "Now let's give Mario and all of our tournament participants one more round of applause."
As the wave of clapping and excitement washes over him, Mario thinks to himself. He really has gotten stronger if he finally beat Sonic, one of his oldest rivals. But, could he be strong emotionally as well? He had to be, for Peach's sake, and for his own peace of mind.
Later at night, all of the Smashers are at the ballroom having a good time, wearing nice clothes, eating delicious food, playing games, and dancing. Mario is hanging out with Sonic, Mega-Man, and Pac-Man.
"So I got my shoes back, and ran away from Amy." Sonic says dramatically.
"Amy's pretty crazy." remarks Mega-Man.
"She is. She's really obsessed with me." replies Sonic.
"I'm glad -Man is not like that." says Pac-Man.
"If she were, then I'd wish she was a ghost." says Pac-Man.
"So how about you and Roll?" asks Mario, turning to the blue armored child.
"Well we're still friends, but we're getting closer though." replied Mega-Man. "Is it bothering you that we're talking about relationships, Mario?" he asks as an afterthought.
"Oh, I'm all right." Mario answers hesitantly. "I like hearing your stories." Mario is about to take another sip of his Shroom Shake, when he notices he's out. "I'll be right back." He says, and rushes to get a refill.
While Mario's getting another shake, Palutena walks up to Mario. "Hi Mario." The goddess greets.
"Hi Palu-" Mario starts to say, but then his mouth drops, and he stares in surprise and awe at the goddess. Palutena is wearing a long, flowing, and white dress. She has a golden headband, and sparkly golden sandals. "You look pretty." says Mario.
Palutena smiles at the complement. "Thank you, you look handsome." says Palutena.
"Th-Thank you." Mario stammers awkwardly as he blushes.
"Congratulations on winning the tournament." says Palutena.
"Thank you. And thank you for helping me before the semi-finals." Mario says sincerely, gazing into Palutena's eyes. "I was a little scared when I first saw how Sonic, Villager, and Wii Fit Trainer fight. Then you helped me to not be afraid."
"I just want you to give it all you got. And I always help people who need help." says Palutena.
"I'm glad you're here this time around." Mario says. "I- uh- the mansion needs someone kind and caring like you around."
"Thank you, Mario." says Palutena as she smiles, and walks away to rejoin her friends.
Mario stares into his glass, feeling butterflies in his stomach. "Why am I feeling like this?" he wonders. "Palutena's just a friend, and I'm not over Peach yet..." Mario shakes his head to clear it, and heads back to his friends to enjoy the rest of the night.