A/N - And here we go!

Just some of what 'Knight' has to do on a daily basis, as well as a glimpse of her life on the Magnamusai. Yes, many characters will be acting 'OOC', but they've each formed their own bond with her, so they won't be complete jerks.

And I even have a special surprise added in! I hope you like it!

Disclaimer: I don't own SDGF. I only own my OCs.

-Zako-

Kick. Duck. Roll. Punch.

"Again!"

Knight panted, going through the motions of kicking, ducking, rolling, and punching over and over. But she did not stop. She had to keep going.

"Again!"

She got to the roll part, before her legs gave out when she went to stand, and she collapsed. Her dark form just laid there for a minute, gasping in air and weakly fisting the mat. A blue hand then entered her line of sight.

"That's enough for today." Grappler Gouf said, pulling the femme to her feet. "Go get some rest kiddo. You have target practice with Zipper in two hours."

She nodded tiredly, not bothering to correct him - she had given up long ago - and began dragging her feet towards the training room exit. On the way she passed several Zako soldiers, who were either sparring with each other or having their own training sessions. Several waved at her or called her title in greeting, and she just nodded in return.

Knight stumbled into the hallway, and as she made her way down towards her quarters, she used the wall as a crutch. When she turned a corner, she nearly ran into a red coloured mecha.

"Jeez kid," Zapper Zaku said, "looks like you just got into a fight with a Big Zam."

Knight grunted out something, but she was too tired and sore to really say much. The squad leader let out a pitying chuckle, and wrapped an arm under her.

"C'mon kiddo," He smiled, "let's get you back to your quarters for now."

She had no argument for that, and let the red mecha guide her down the hallway. Not long later was Zapper punching in a code for a doorway, and after the door slid open the two entered.

It was a decent sized room, coloured a dark maroon like the rest of the ship. A small round window sat against the far wall, illuminating the dark room with a pale light. Beneath it was a desk with drawers, that had papers, data pads, small tools and bits of equipment strewn about its top. That wall and the wall to the right had several blueprints taped to them, some of which showed things like the infamous 'Rubber Bazooka', the Control Horns, jetpacks, and even the Komusai. There was also a shelving unit built against the right wall, with different types of rocks placed and labeled on it.

But their destination sat against the left wall. A decent sized bed sat facing the door, with a small headboard resting on one end. Beside the foot of it was a small pile of blankets, with a small white and gold furry form curled up on top of it. Zapper laid Knight down on the bed covers, not bothering to pull them back. The femme was already mostly out of it by this point, her blood red eyes dim with tiredness.

"Get some sleep kid," He murmured, gently stroking the gold headpiece on her forehead, avoiding the two pointy tips, "I'll check up on ya later."

Knight mumbled something incoherent, before her eye-screens dimmed as she fell asleep. Zapper chuckled, fondly recalling doing something similar when she was much smaller.

-Flashback Zako-

Zapper Zaku walked down the dark corridor, a small black form with dark red and deep purple stripes curled in his arms. Any Zakos he passed bowed their head silently in greeting, knowing better than to disturb the small mecha in his arms.

Reaching a door, he used his free hand to type in the code, and the door slid open with a silent whoosh. The room didn't have much in it, just a window against the far wall, a desk, a shelving unit - filled with some knick knacks and homemade toys such as swords and guns - built into the wall, and a bed. The walls were covered with hand drawn pictures, all done in crayon or paint, and all child-like in design. Some showed green blobs with pink dots for optics, and the others barely recognizable figures such as himself, the other two squad leaders, one of the Commander, and a few of a maroon figure and a small black form.

Reaching the bed, Zapper pulled the grey covers back, laying the relatively small form in his arms down. The small child mumbled something, dim red eyes lighting up slightly. "Unca' Zap?" She squeaked unintentionally, before letting out a yawn.

The red mecha's mouth plate curved up in a smile, and with a gentle hand stroked her small cheek. He tried to ignore the scar running from just under her left eye, down diagonally under her nose and across the right end of her lips.

"Go to sleep kiddo," he said softly, tucking the blankets around her, "you got a big day ahead of you."

She yawned again. "Weally?" She mumbled.

Zapper chuckled. "Yep. Been about three years since you came here. Gotta celebrate it."

She smiled tiredly. "'addy gonna 'ome 'gain?"

He smiled, gently stroking the stubby gold crest on her forehead. "You betcha kid. No father would miss your big day."

The child's smile grew slightly bigger, and she mumbled something along the lines of "'ight, Unca' Zap."

Zapper chuckled as she let out a small sigh, eye screens dimming as she fell asleep. "G'night kiddo. Get a good sleep."

-Present Zako-

Satisfied that Knight was out cold, he quietly tiptoed away. The squad leader paused at the doorway, and turned to face the sleepy-eyed baby spirit watching him.

"Make sure she stays asleep, all right fur ball?" He whispered.

Sunlight yawned, stretching out a large paw before laying her head down.

Zapper rolled his optic. "Of course." He grunted, before stepping out and letting the door slide shut. Glancing left and right, he spotted a Zako walking down the hallway.

"You!" He hissed, keeping his voice down, "Get over here!"

The small green mecha scrambled over, saluting. "Yes, Zapper s-!"

"SHHH!" The squad leader shushed, glaring down at the smaller form. "Do you currently have any duties?" He asked.

The Zako soldier frantically shook his head.

Zapper grunted. "Good. Guard this door. Don't let anyone disturb her until I return, understood?!" He hissed.

The soldier nodded, and moved to stand in front of the door.

Satisfied, Zapper continued on his way, now with a new destination in mind. I oughta give Grapple-Head a piece of my mind, wearing her out like that BEFORE my training session with her!

-z-

When Zapper Zaku returned two hours later, he was not as ticked as he was before. Stupid Grappler, he grumbled, still a little miffed, I swear he does this just so I don't spend as much time with her. Did he forget that I'M her favourite Uncle?!

Muttering several unsavoury things about a certain blue squad leader, Zapper rounded the hallway corner. His optic landed on the door guarded by a single Zako, who saluted as he approached.

"Scram." The red mecha grunted, and grinned as the soldier bolted down the hall. "Works every time." He chuckled.

Keying in the passcode, he stepped into the dim room, flicking on the light. "Wakey wakey sleepy head!" He called out cheerfully.

The dark form on the bed didn't twitch.

Zapper groaned, letting his face fall into his palm. "Really kid?"

Stomping over, the squad leader shook Knight's shoulders. "C'mon kiddo! Up and at 'em!"

She groaned, turning away and burying her face into her pillow. "Meh…"

Zapper crossed his arms, unimpressed. I forgot how hard it is to get her outta bed. He grumbled to himself.

Sighing, he warned, "You'd better get up kid, before I make ya."

Knight grumbled, but did not budge.

The red mecha sighed. "I warned you." He said, before grabbing and yanking the covers out from under her.

The femme squawked as she was subsequently yanked off of her resting place, and hit the ground with a crash. The clattering was loud enough to startled Sunlight, who leapt to her paws with a startled chirp.

Zapper set the blanket aside, chuckling. "You awake now?"

"'M awake!" Knight mumbled, scrambling to her feet.

Zapper grinned as she glared at him. "You ready for target practice?"

She sighed, bending down to pat the small spirit as she wrapped around the femme's legs. "As ready as I will ever be."

The red mecha laughed, watching as Sunlight decided to crawl up Knight's red cape. She wasn't impressed. "Sunlight! No! Get down!"

-z-

"Steady… Keep your eye on the target…" Zapper instructed calmly.

Knight nodded, holding up the laser rifle and aiming the barrel at the target situated at the other end of the room. While Zapper Zaku was known for his trigger happy temper - literally in most cases - he knew he had to take his time with the femme.

"Whenever you're ready." The red mecha said, stepping back.

She stared down the targeting scope for a moment more, red eyes narrowed. Then she squeezed the trigger.

There was a loud bam as the rifle discharged, and a bolt of laser energy shot out. It slammed into the center of the target, leaving a decent sized scorch mark.

Zapper whistled as Knight lowered the rifle. "Impressive." He chuckled, before fiddling with the control console beside him. "Now try to hit all moving targets."

The target she had hit retracted into the wall, and several smaller ones replaced it. The small targets zoomed about randomly, leaving no discernible pattern.

Knight wasn't discouraged, and she merely raised the rifle again. She focused on one target, waiting for the right opportunity. "Gotcha!" She whispered, pulling the trigger.

The beam hit the target, forcing it to retreat into the wall. She repeated the action for the rest of the targets, until all were hit.

"Less than three minutes," Zapper announced, grinning proudly, "you beat your previous four minute record."

Knight grinned back, letting the rifle drop to her side. "I had a great teacher Uncle."

He chuckled, taking the weapon and clapping her on the shoulder. "Hey now, someone competent had to show you the ropes!" The red mecha then gave her a gentle push towards the doorway. "Now scoot! I need to do my own training!"

Knight laughed, calling back "Don't use up all your ammo again Uncle Zapper! You're gonna need it later!" She ignored the indignant cry of "I do not!", moving around a group of Zakos.

Making her way down the hallway, she wandered about. She really had nothing to do now, as Sazabi had postponed their regular sparring session, where he would train her with her blade. That would usually be followed by a strategy session, where they would go over different strategies and determine which would work best depending on the situation.

To be honest, Knight considered herself lucky. I have everything I ever needed. She thought to herself, nodding to a pair of Zakos who saluted her. I have four caring uncles/mentors, several Zako companions, and a loving father. I know others of my build would be repulsed by this life, but it's the only one I have ever known. And I wouldn't trade it for anything.

A commotion came from down the hall, and peeking around the corner Knight could see several Zakos talking excitedly.

"The Zako Zako Hour is gonna start soon!" One said eagerly.

"I heard they're going to finish up the 'What The Heck Is A Musha Gundam' part!" Said another.

A third jumped up and down. "Then what are we waiting for?!"

She shook her head with amusement. Ah yes, their precious Zako Zako Hour. The main thing keeping up troop morale. She could fondly recall many of the meetings she had gone to as a child, watching from the audience with wide eyes.

Glancing left and right, she shrugged. "Eh. Might as well."

With that she ghosted down the hallway, her feet making little sound. She knew this ship like the back of her hand, so she had no need to follow the Zakos. Within minutes she found herself situated on one of the beams that crisscrossed the ceiling of the auditorium, watching the stage below her and the excited horde of Zakos gathered before it.

Soon, an all too familiar tune came on.

"Zako…"

"Zako…"

"Zako…"

"Zako-"

"Zako-"

"Hour!"

There was applause as the curtain opened.

"Ladies and gentlebots!" A Zako with a red mic began, "Welcome to the ZakoZako Hour! Today's meeting is all about, all together now…"

"What The Heck Is A Musha Gundam Part 3?" He and his fellow hosts announced.

"Zako-zako!" Red Mic cried, and struck a pose. "Zako One!"

Blue Mic posed as well. "Zako Two!"

As did Yellow Mic. "Zako Three!"

Knight giggled despite herself. Their poses were so funny.

"We like to warm up before the show!" Red Mic explained.

"It makes us feel really good!" Yellow and Blue Mic added.

"Atten-shun! It's time for our final warm-up, zako!" Red Mic announced, and pointed towards the screen, which now had backdrop of a red, snowcapped mountain in front of it. "Bow down for good luck!"

"Zakooo…" Blue Mic and Yellow Mic chanted, bowing. The backdrop then fell away and they resumed their normal postures.

"Okay, zako!" Red Mic announced, "Today we'll talk about the most mysterious and strongest Musha Gundam!" The screen then showed the a well armoured Gundam. "This guy!"

"He has a moustache!" Blue Mic and Yellow Mic sang.

She snickered.

"I'm trying to be serious, zako!" Red Mic went on, "His name is Dai-Shogun Perfect Virtue, zako, and that's all I know about him."

Yellow and Blue fell over. Getting up, they yelled, "Oh, c'mon! Tell us more about him, zako!"

Red Mic thought about it. "Well, now that you mention it, he sort of looks like he has a moustache. Other than that, I don't know much!"

Yellow and Blue fell over again. "That makes absolutely no sense, zako!" They snapped.

Red Mic hummed, "I guess he must be a great man… uh, I guess."

"You are unprepared to ask the special guest here!" Yellow Mic declared.

"What special guest?" Red Mic and Blue Mic asked.

Knight was rather surprised as a Gundam wearing armour like a purple snake suddenly landed on the stage. What is Cobramaru doing here?

"Hey!" The Musha ninja said upon landing, starting the two hosts. "Did you call me?"

Yellow Mic got right down to it. "What actually is a Dai-Shogun, zako?"

"We're gonna know about Dai-Shogun!" The hosts sang, dancing.

The femme winced sympathetically. Here we go…

Cobramaru looked awkward. "Um, I don't know…"

"What!?" The hosts cried, pointing their microphones at Cobramaru in accusation. "You don't know even though you're a Musha Gundam, zako?"

"That's enough!" Cobramaru barked.

The Zakos froze. "Yessir!"

She snickered again.

"Now, listen carefully," Cobramaru began, "there is no Dai-Shogun in Ark at this time. It's been years since one existed, and I've never heard of the Dai-Shogun of Perfect Virtue!"

"But his techniques are awesome!" Yellow Mic gushed, as the screen showed the Dai-Shogun using his powers - which apparently consisted of warping reality.

The femme had to rub her eyes in shock. That… should NOT be possible…

"Secret Technique! Tenchi Gaeshi! Hai-ya!" Blue Mic squealed, and did a fantastic flip in the air…

Bonk!

..and landed on his head.

Knight laughed quietly. Ah, I almost forgot about these little stunts the hosts would pull.

"Ugh… Secret Technique Tenchi Gaeshi…" Cobramaru grumbled, "That's something only the Dai-Shogun can do!"

"I wanted you to say that earlier, zako…" Blue Mic groaned.

"I knew coming here was a bad idea…" Cobramaru muttered to himself, and Knight could hear it from her perch, "I should have listened to my mother and become an accountant! But no, I had to become a Musha Gundam!"

She had a feeling he was regretting coming on the show.

Red Mic helped Blue Mic up and whispered, "I guess we better change our subject, zako."

The other hosts nodded.

"Za-" Started Blue Mic.

"-ko." Yellow Mic finished.

"Activate the screen, zako!" Red Mic ordered, and the screen showed a glowing yellow sphere. "What is this bright ball, zako?"

"We wanna know!" Sang the hosts, "We wanna-!"

"It is a Gunsoul!" Cobramaru said quickly, sounding irritated.

Knight couldn't blame him. As funny as the hosts were, they could sometimes be really annoying.

"The spirit of a Musha Gundam!" The ninja clarified, talking quickly. "That spirit moves into a body, and becomes a Musha Gundam. Ashuramaru lost his body, and became a Gunsoul once more, and will wait for another reincarnation - are you paying attention!?" He screamed when he noticed the hosts staring off into space.

As the hosts flew into a panic, the Musha shook his head and groaned. "I can't waste my time here! I must go to Lord Kibaomaru, and report to him about the Dai-Shogun and Ashuramaru!"

Cobramaru rocketed off the stage just before the iron curtain fell. As he flew over the audience, he yelled, "Anyway, everyone! For the future of the Dark Axis…"

"Zako Soldiers, fight! Yeah!" The crowd cheered.

Knight shook her head, getting up from her perch. Well, I was wondering what happened to the other Musha Kibaomaru sent us. Now I know.

Quietly, she slipped from the auditorium.

-z-

Days passed, and currently Knight was sitting at her desk in her quarters. She scribbled on some paper, making notes about the blueprint of a round device before her.

Okay… the best way to achieve dimensional warping without side effects is to expand the power pack by about 30%, then rewire the internal components to reduce power build time and increase response time… then figure out how the heck to reuse it since it likes to fry itself…

A knock on the door caught her attention.

"What is it?" She called, turning from her work.

"A message for you ma'am, zako!" Came the voice of a Zako soldier. "It's from the Commander."

She was on her feet in an instant. Keying open the door, she glared down at the messenger. "Well?! What is it?"

The Zako stiffened, saluting her. "He says that it is time for your big test! Zako!"

Knight stared down at him, her masked face filled with shock. "Are… are you serious?!"

He nodded. "Y-Yes ma'am!"

She was stunned. So soon?!

"You must prepare immediately, zako!" The Zako continued. "You are to head to the arena tomorrow morning!"

She nodded blankly, and watched as the soldier quickly trotted off. Letting the door slide shut, she leaned against it, before sliding to the ground.

"Mew?"

Looking down, Knight smiled weakly down at the spirit sitting before her. "I'm okay girl," she said, more reassuring herself then anything, "I just… need a moment."

Sunlight purred, rubbing against her legs. Placing her feet together, the femme scooped up the furry creature, cradling her to her chest.

Looking up at her window, Knight could see the planet's twin moons glowing in the sky. Finally, my chance to rise in the ranks. To put my combat skills to use. Stroking the spirit's head, she murmured aloud, "And… to prove myself as a loyal member of the Dark Axis."

I WILL succeed. I must. It… is what I was raised for. I will come one step closer what I was always meant to be! A leader!

The morning would not come fast enough. Not for her.

-Zako-

A/N - And that's it for this chapter! The next will be a pretty important chapter, so get ready! A turning point/reveal, so to speak.

Anyone guess what Knight is? I left enough clues… ;D

Also, I may not be able to post next week. Writers Block stinks.

Next Chapter - Tests for the Title