Chapter 3: Into the Smash World
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''Master! I've confirmed that the NDS is with a child!'' The hooded figure reported. He was kneeling before another figure, hidden in the shadows.
''A mere child, you say? Where is it?'' Asked the unknown figure.
''Inside Smash Mansion, Master! Master Hand and Crazy Hand have taken the boy!''
''I see...Bring the boy to me, alive.'' The mysterious figure growled.
''For what reason, Master? The brat isn't needed.'' His Master suddenly turned around and glared down upon him.
''Do not question my decision, Siyet!'' The shout echoed off the walls. Siyet showed no visible signs of fear.
''Understood, Master.'' Siyet said as he began to stand up.
''Good, you are dismissed.'' Siyet nodded, doing a small bow before he left his Master.
''I will get my revenge on you, Hands!'' The mysterious figure said, angrily ''You think you can get all the glory! Ha! I don't think so!''
Smash Mansion
''What is everyone's report?'' Master Hand asked to the smashers.
''Couldn't find the NDS in my area.''
''Could not find it, forgive me.''
''I tried, but no luck.''
''So...I guess you all couldn't find the NDS...''Master Hand said, growing a little concerned. The rest of the Smashers began to sweat and stand in silence. That is, until someone spoke up.
''Wait...Fox is missing.''Falco proclaimed.
Wolf let out a small laugh. ''I'm sure he's getting raped right now.'' He said as he smirked. Everyone glared at him.
''I wish you'd shut up, mutt.'' Falco said in a low tone. Wolf glared back at him.
''What was that, bird brain?!'' Wolf asked, with an intimidating tone rising in his gruff voice.
Before any further argument, Samus Aran got in the way. She was a former soldier now turned into a bounty-hunter. ''Stop it both of you! This not the time to argue about your pointless accusations!''Samus shouted. Both looked away.
''Right now, our best option is to wait for Fox to come!'' Master Hand proclaimed. Everyone silently agreed.
Suddenly, a small but bright light was forming.
''What the?!'' Captain Falcon exclaimed, shocked. The light grew larger and brighter with each passing second.
''W-what's happening?!''Lucas asked, frightened. He hid behind Ness for protection.
''Could it be?!'' Master Hand exclaimed happily. ''I think Fox has done it! He's found the NDS and it's owner!''
Everyone covered their eyes as the light shone brighter and brighter, until it died down. Slowly, the a Smashers began to open their eyes. Indeed, they saw Fox and a human kid lying unconscious on top of Fox's clothes.
''Are they okay?'' Link asked as everyone began to approach the two.
''They are fine. No need to worry.'' Lucario replied, through telepathy of course. Everyone looked at the aura Pokemon before they heard a groan. They looked back down and saw Fox slowly shaking his head. He tried to open his eyes, but couldn't, due to how dazed he was.
''My head...'' Fox muttered in pain. He felt as if he had done 5000 barrel rolls back to back. Fox slipped back into unconsciousness again.
''I think they need rest.'' Mario said. Everyone nodded in agreement.
''Yes they need to rest, because the teleportation causes severe dizziness.'' Master Hand explained. He had gained the attention of all the Smashers. ''It can take up to a few days for them to regain their consciousness. It really depends. Take them to the infirmary!'' Donkey Kong, hero of Donkey Kong island picked up the two with ease. He walked to the infirmary with his nephew Diddy Kong. He looked up to his uncle, and was hoping to be just like him one day.
After a few seconds of nothing, Kirby broke the silence. ''So, what now?''
''We wait.'' Mega-Knight replied.
''He's right. We wait for them to wake up, then we meet the human.'' Master Hand said. It seemed like a reasonable answer. But then, one Smasher asked him a question.
''Wait, if that kid is the true owner...won't the guy in the hood go after him?'' Pit asked. Everyone stopped, and thought to themselves. Pit did bring up a good point. If the hooded figure is after the NDS, won't he go after the kid?
''Pit, your right. He will surely be after the boy...'' Master Hand trailed off.
''Then why not take shifts guarding the infirmary?'' Mario suggested.
''Good thinking. Mario, Luigi, guard the entrance.'' Master Hand ordered. The brothers went off to the infirmary.
''Marth, Ike! Look after Fox and the boy. Make sure the NDS is safe!'' Both of the swordsmen followed Mario and Luigi's path.
'The rest of you, patrol the area. Make sure you have a partner at all times, since we don't know who, or what we're up against. And if you find anything, ANYTHING suspicious at all, report to me immediately!'' Everyone nodded. He turned to the four guards, who were still in sight. ''After 3 hours someone else will take your spot. Let me know in the meantime if Fox and the boy wakes up. You are all dismissed!'' Everyone went their separate ways.
11:09 P:M
Link and Zelda were now guarding the infirmary while Ness and Lucas were standing by the entrance. They were both looking at Fox and the boy with concerned looks in their faces.''They are taking a while to wake up...''
''Link, calm down. I'm sure they'll wake up eventually.'' Zelda said, in her typical soothing voice.
''I know. I'm just worried for these two.'' Link sighed. Zelda giggled.
''You always worry for everyone. They're not wounded, just unconscious. Sooner or later they will wake up.''
Link let out a ''Heh...'' before a groan was heard. The two Hylians immediately turned around to see John waking up.
''I'll go get Master Hand!'' Link said. He dashed out of the door, being greeted by a confused Ness and Lucas. Both of the physic kids walked into the room.
''What happened?'' Ness asked.
''The boy is waking up now.'' Zelda replied in a low tone. Ness approached, then stood right next to Zelda, with Lucas was behind him. They were watching the boy, who was slowly waking up.
John groaned again. ''My head hurts...'' He thought to himself.
Slowly but surely, he opened his eyes. He could make out a woman, who looked like royalty.
''Are you okay, child?'' The woman asked. He could hear another voice, but the person it was coming from wasn't in his view.
''M-maybe...He still needs rest...?'' It recommended.
''Maybe…'' Said a third voice. John's eyes were beginning to clear up. He looked at his right. He could see… His eyes directly shot up in shock. ''AAH!'' John screamed, as he fell of the bed. ''Oww...'' John groaned, laying on the cold floor.
''A-are you okay...?'' An innocent voice asked. He looked up to see Lucas hiding behind the bed. John stared at him while slowly backing away to a corner.
''Child?'' Zelda said carefully. John was huddled in a corner. It was obvious that he was scared. ''We're not going to hurt you.'' That was when multiple Smashers entered the infirmary. Most were in their sleepwear, having just woke up. Everyone stopped when they saw the boy huddled in the corner
''Is the child ok?'' Master Hand asked.
''He seems to be frightened. ''Zelda explained.
''N-no...'' John said in a low tone. Everyone looked at him. ''I-I'm just shocked...F-Fox wasn't l-lying...''
''Kid...Fox is not the type of guy who lies.'' Falco explained. ''He despises lies, especially if the ones who he calls friends lies to him.'' John widened his eyes, as he waved his arms back and forth frantically.
''I-I didn't mean to offended you! I-I was just tr-''But he was cut off.
''Woah! Slow down boy. No need to panic!'' Master Hand exclaimed. John took a deep breath.
''S-so I'm in Smash Mansion? ''John asked, a bit timed.
''Yes, indeed you are. What is your name, boy?'' Master Hand asked, John looked at him.
''U-um...John...I-it's John.''
''Well John, welcome to Smash Mansion. I'm Master Hand, the host of the tournaments. I can explain everything tomorrow. I wish I could explain now, but just about everyone is asleep, and I don't feel like explaining when everyone is sleeping.''
''Can we leave now? I know this is important and all, but we're all about to pass out.'' Falco said lazily. The yawns of other Smashers only confirmed his statement.
''Alright, everyone go ahead.'' Master Hand said. Everyone shuffled out of the room, until just John, Fox, and Master Hand were left. ''As for you John, you stay here with Fox.'' He said while glancing at the unconscious Fox. ''Neither of you should leave this room until morning. I don't feel safe with you walking around when someone could kidnap you. And remember, keep the NDS safe!''
John had a look of fear.''Can't you take the NDS?'' He asked, Master Hand shook his ''head''.
''It's best for you to keep it.'' Master Hand explained. ''Go ahead and rest. Tomorrow, I shall explain everything to you.'' With this, Master Hand left the room. John sighed as he walked back to the the infirmary bed.
''I would be writing my story,'' John thought to himself. ''Or I could be playing Fortnite with my friends, or be with my family. But instead I have to protect a powerful machine against someone who wants me dead. At least I have video game characters to help me.'' John started to perk up a little at the prospect. It was then that heard a groan. He looked to his left, where he could see that Fox was moving. John carefully approached Fox. Fox slowly opened his eyes, he could see John.
''Are you okay?'' John asked. Fox sat up while putting his hand on his forehead, feeling the headache.
''Other than this headache...I'm fine...'' Fox replied, groaning. He looked around his surroundings, and realized he was in the infirmary. After a few seconds, he looked back at John. ''What happened while I was out?''
''Um...not much. I woke up only about 10 minutes before you.'' John explained.''Master Hand said that we should stay here for now...''
''Why?''
''He said you could protect me and this NDS.'' John explained, Fox nodded in understanding, and then they were both sat in silence.
''You know...'' John hesitantly said. ''When you p-pulled me I-into that alleyway, I-I thought y-you were l-lying.''
Fox quickly changed into a offensive expression. He glared right into John's soul. ''So you're accusing me of lying to you?'' Fox growled a bit. John backed off slightly, in shock and fear.
''I-I didn't mean to offend you! I-I thought y-you were just a-a guy in a Fox suit! Please I-I'm sorry!'' John exclaimed, frightened. Fox's expression softened up for a bit as he sighed.
''Don't worry. I'm not mad at you, but don't accuse me of lying alright?'' Fox asked. John slowly nodded. ''Good. I don't feel like sleeping, so lets talk for a bit.'' John wasn't tired either, so he agreed.
''What is your age?''
''Oh, I'm 15...How about you?''John asked, curious about Fox's age.
''I'm 30.'' He paused for a moment, so he could find another question to ask. ''Are you always alone in your house? Do you live with any other family members?"
''Oh, um...Well, I have a brother. He used to leave with me and my parents, but he went to collage.''John explained.
''What about your parents?'' Fox asked, pushing the subject further.
''They have to work a lot, and mostly have no time to spend with me. It's okay though...I got used to it.'' He looked slightly away from Fox, since he wasn't used to talking eye to eye.
''Well, since we're on the topic of family…'' John said, causing Fox to raise a brow. ''What is your mother's name?''
Fox frowned. He wasn't one to tell anything private from his life, but it seemed fair to do it now. After all, he just embarrassed this kid by asking him personal questions. ''My mother's name is...'' Fox sighed, frowning. ''Vixy...''
''I-i'm sorry I asked...'' John apologized. ''I was curious...''
Fox looked back up at him. John had an apologetic look on his face. He chuckled at his expression. ''It's okay John, you were just curious.'' Fox said, as both of them lightened up and smiled.
''You know, Fox...'' John said, once again grabbing Fox's attention. ''I don't think I've had the chance to tell you this but…you were always my favorite character...''
''Are you trying to flatter me?'' Fox asked. John shook his head.
''No, I'm being honest. Your my favorite character...my childhood hero.'' Fox rubbed the back of head, in embarrassment. ''I-I want to get to know you more...If it's okay with you...?''
Fox looked away. ''Alright then, I want to get to know you too, but!'' He looked back at John with a serious glare. ''I don't expect you to lie to me...alright?''John was slightly intimidated.
''I-I won't lie to you! I swear it!'' Fox let down his glare as he showed a small smile.
''Alright then, good.'' Fox said, patting John's back. John was a sheepishly smiling.
Fox looked to the ticking clock beside him. ''Seems like we should get some sleep. Wouldn't want to be drowsy eyed when Master Hand gives you his big explanation.'' John stoodup, and looked at Fox laying on his side, facing the white wall. He sat on his bed before laying down. ''Hopefully I won't have to deal with this NDS for long…'' John thought to himself, as he closed his eyes and drifted off to sleep.
The Next Morning...
"Hey, can you wake up?'' A voice said. John groaned as he slightly opened his eyes. Before him stood Link. John shot up from his bed in shock. ''Calm down. I won't hurt you!'' Link reassured. The boy's nerves eased as he sat back down.
''This isn't a dream after all.'' He thought..''S-sorry, I kind of freaked out.''
''O-oh, my apologies, I didn't mean to startle you ''
''N-no, it's okay!''
''I thought you would want to eat something. You might not be comfortable eating with us so I brought you some food.'' John gazed behind the Hylian, and saw a cart with a plate of curry on it.
''Thank you.'' John said politely as he took the dish from Link. He took a small bite from it. ''It's nice.''
''I'll be back in a few minutes. Master Hand wants to talk to you.'' Link left the room. John wondered what it was that the Hand wanted to speak to him about. He shrugged after a few seconds, and continued eating peacefully.
About halfway into the dish, John began to think about his parents again. He noticed a tear drip out of his eye. They had to be worried about him, and probably put him on the missing board list. He knew he wouldn't see them for a while, but at least he was protected. John wiped the tear away as he returned to eating, sighing after he swallowed.
Just like he said, Link came back into the room after a few minutes. He saw John looking out the window at the town of Smash. John's face was a little melancholy. Link could tell that he was thinking about something.
''Are you okay?''Link asked.
''I'm just thinking.'' John said dully. Link frowned a little in response.
''Want to share it?'' John looked at him, as he shook his head.
''I rather not talk about it.'' He said as he looked away from Link.
''Alright, Master Hand is expecting you.''Link said, trying to change the subject. John got off the bed standing up.
''Okay then.''
''Follow me.'' Link said as he left the room. John obeyed.
''So, what does Master Hand wants with me?''
''Well, I'm sure you have some questions. He figured this is an opportune time to answer them.''
John was busy looking around the area. The walls were adorned with paintings, windows, and whatnot. The two of them began to climb the stairs of the mansion. When they were finally done, they had reached the 11th floor, the mansion's uppermost level.
''Can...we...stop...now?'' John asked, panting as he face planted into the ground.
''Yes, we've reached Master Hand's office. It's just through that door.'' Link pointed at pair of brown doors. ''He's waiting for you when your ready.'' He turned around to walk back down the stairs, leaving John alone in the hallway.
John got back up, still exhausted from walking. He gulped, since he felt he wasn't ready to meet face to face with him, especially alone. Then again he did see him the night before, and he also wanted answers. Joh sighed as he walked to the door. He stopped in front of it, and meekly knocked
''Come in...'' said Master Hand.
John slowly opened the door? Sunlight peered through a tall window to the left, illuminating the room. The office itself was big, with two bookshelves behind a desk, and plants right beside the door. He saw the hand looking at him.
''Please, take a seat.'' John walked to the desk, and sat in the chair in front of it. He noticed that Master Hand himself didn't have one. John supposed it made sense, since he floated.
''Now, I'm assuming you have some questions that I might be able to answer.''
John nodded. ''How does...everyone exist here?''
''Well, it's all thanks to the games. You humans make the games exist in reality, because their creators developed them, and gave a role with passion they exist. Every Nintendo character exists here...''
''Wait, How did we made them exist?'' John asked confused, still trying to process everything. ''And is there a chance to meet the others?
''Yes, there is a chance to meet the Nintendo characters here, like Ridley. Although I suggest you don't go near him. There's also Phoenix Wright, Porky etc. And the reason we exist is because humans play our games. We will slowly come alive as you finish the game. Luckily, a lot of humans finished the game we were assigned too. Take Earthbound for example. People slowly came to love the characters, the game, even the antagonist. The same goes for everyone else, including Fox.''
''Yes! I loved StarFox as a kid.''
''And, that's why they came alive. They exist all because of you, and all of the other people.. Heck, Wolf doesn't seem to care, but deep down he loves the fans of StarFox. He tends to get defensive when there threatened.
''So, they exist because the developers created them, and then we played them.'' Master Hand nodded.''Wait! Does that mean! All of the games we've made...they exist now!''
''Correct. Any game really, but they don't inhabit this world. This is Smash World, or better yet, Nintendo World.''
''But, why hide from us? Why protect our world?''
''If the humans from the real world find out about us, it can cause destruction.''
''That didn't answer my second question.''
''I was getting to that. We protect your world because we care about our fans, our creators. We don't want any danger to befall you. Our worlds are connected, that is why we protect your world from a far. ''
''But, If you don't have access to earth...How did you create the NDS?''
''When we were created, me and my brother, Crazy Hand, had powers like no other. After the events of Super Smash Brothers, we began to use our powers to create a portal. This, as you know, is The New Dimensional Source. We created five mythical crystals, or Smash Crystals. These are Earthenia, Mantinia, Zirconia, Diatinia and Rutinia. They were then forged into the NDS. Soon afterwards, it ended up in Earth. You know how the rest went.
''But there's another thing. I remember that Fox said something about the NDS. Having true powers that only the humans from our world could unlock. What is that power?''
''I don't even fully know myself. That's for you to find out, since you are the true owner.''
''I see...''
''Fox explained the situation to you, right?'' John nodded. ''Good, because being the owner of the NDS means it's our responsibility to protect you.''
''I know...''
''But!''John looked at him confused.''In return, your going to have to join the Smash Tournament.''
John was shocked.''WHAT?!''
''My ears are sensitive, you know!''
''You don't even have ears! Seriously though, do I have to join?!''
''Yes, you do. Your going to have to get along with the other Smashers. Besides, you need to learn how to fight in case you're ever under attack.''
John paused for a moment. ''Fine...'' he grumbled.
''Splendid! I'll give the news to the rest of the Smashers. Wait here.'' Master hand said as he floated out of the room.
John slowly sighed to himself.
Later...
''WHAT?!'' Everyone yelled, simultaneously. Master Hand groaned to himself.
''Master Hand, You can't just let him join, while also being the NDS owner?!'' Fox yelled.
''Fox, do you not think I know the stakes! Besides, he has to learn how to brawl! If an enemy takes you all out, he would be defenseless!'' Master Hand said. Keeping up with the mob mentality, everyone glared at him.
''What are you a-saying, we're not good at our job?'' Mario said, offended.
Master Hand shook his "head" as he spoke.''No, that's not what I'm saying at all. It's just important that he know how to brawl. I know you all will do your best…"
"I won't…" Wolf muttered to himself. Fox turned his glare away from Master Hand and focused it on Wolf.
"Shut up, Wolf!"
"Make me!"
"Enough! Fox, Wolf, quit your bickering!" Master Hand yelled. Both of them fell silent, although they still gave each other death stares.
" Ahem…as I was saying…I'm sure you'll all do your best, but your going to have to let him in. He agreed to this, and so will all of you! He'll be joining missions, so he isn't defenseless!'' He paused for a moment. "Now, do you all agree to this?" A series of "Fine" and "Ok I guess" followed.
''Alright, Let's go over how this works. Now he'll have to join a category.''
''W-what do you by a category?'' Lucas asked.
''It means which game series he would join like to be associated with; If he wants to carry blasters, reflectors and what not he would join StarFox series. Or if he wants be a swords man, he would be in Fire Emblem, and so on..''
''Well, in that case he should join the F-Zero!'' Captain falcon proclaimed.
''No, He should join Earthbound!'' Ness said while Lucas nodded.
''Hey, you guys are two from the Earthbound series! he should us!'' A pink eskimo replied known as Nana.
''My sister is right!'' A blue eskimo said known as Popo.
''SHUT UP!'' Both Ness and Captain Falcon of the siblings frowned.
After several minutes of pointless arguing, Master Hand had enough.''Stop being childish! Let John decide, and whoever he sides with, everyone has to accept it!'' Master Hand shouted. Those who were in the argument frowned, but nodded. Master Hand left to see John.
''Guess that didn't go well...'' John said to himself. He had heard everything from the other room. ''Why did I agree to this?'' He looked around the area, waiting for Master Hand he was Nothing interesting expect a big TV hanging on the wall. Eventually, he heard the door open, and saw Master Hand floating toward him.
''They've accepted it. Now the only thing left is for you to choose a game series, otherwise known as a category. You basically choose the game series you want, and you get the weapons and abilities that comes with it. For example, if you pick Fire Emblem you can wield a sword or control magic. You can choose a category, then we'll discuss the rest."
The hand reached behind the desk, and grabbed a Wii remote. He turned on the TV with it. The scope pointed at "DATA BASE". John could see the names of all the Smashers, and the date they signed up. He noticed that Wolf was the last one to register in.
''I need to register your name in the database, then you can come in and out of the mansion, and have access to most of the dorms, except the girls dorms.''
''Why would I go in the girls dorm?'' John asked, but Master Hand ignored the comment. Master Hand pointed the scope at the "NEW-COMER" bar, and selected it.
It was like a registration paper.
Full Name:
Category:
''Alright, now fill out your full now name, and pick a category'' Master Hand explained as he handed John the Wii remote. He grabbed the Wii remote and entered his name. Now he had to pick a category. There was a list of logos, representing the different franchises. He was split between Earthbound and StarFox.
''You know what? I'll pick StarFox.'' As soon he picked the StarFox category. A voice went off from the TV.
''STARFOX" it said.
John jumped a little from hearing the voice. Master Hand laughed.
''Startled about the voice, are you? Don't worry, it happens to just about everyone.'' John aimed the remote at the a green square with the word "CONFIRM" written on it.
''Are you sure, you want to join StarFox? You can't change your category.''Master Hand asked. John nodded.
''Yes, definitely. StarFox was my childhood.'' He looked at the screen once more.
Full Name: John
Category: STARFOX.
''Then click confirm.'' Master Hand said. John pointed the scope at the confirm square, then clicked the A button.
''Registering John in the DATA BASE Please wait...''
After a moment, the voice came up again.
''John has been added in the DATA BASE.''
''Ok, your registered in the data base as a StarFox character.''Master Hand proclaimed. ''Now, I need you to look like one. Your differently won't be wearing what you have on now.'' Master Hand looked at John's clothes. He was literally just wearing his school uniform.
''Alright, what's your idea?'' John asked.
''Maybe a jumpsuit?''
''So, what your saying, is that I should be Fox?''
''Is that what you want?''
''I don't know...' 'John trailed off into deep thought.
''Well, you could either look like a Starfox member, or you could go with Wolf's style.''
''I think I have a design of my own.'' Master Hand was intrigued to see what the boy had in mind.
''Well...?'' John asked. Master Hand stared at him oddly. With his help, as well as Fox's, they had gotten John the design he wanted.
''You have an odd way of fashion...'' Master Hand commented. The human before him wore a sliver shirt, black pants, blue jacket like Fox, but without the StarFox symbol, Finger less gloves with blue boots. ''Those boots don't fit well with your clothes...''
''It fits for me.''
''Your choice. Anyways, you got your clothes for fighting. Now you need your weapons, your play style, your attacks, idle animations and whatnot.''
''So in other words, a crap ton of stuff? Can we skip some of it?''
''Can't let you do that, StarFox.'' Master Hand teased. John rolled his eyes in response.
''Your not Wolf!'' John said, annoyed. Master Hand laughed as he left the room.
Three Hours Later….
John felt like he was about to lose his mind. ''How long does it take for someone to get a few weapons?'' John thought to himself. He was about to go look for Master Hand, when he saw the hand come through the door. He was holding a crateful of weapons.
''How long was that? I was waiting forever!'' John complained.
''Oh, calm down. I ordered a blaster,belt, grenades and a reflector. It only took two hours. I also too the time to upgrade your blaster, so it can be different.''
''Grenades?! What do you need grenades for?!''
''Their your specials. Now please put on your equipment.'' John felt completely unsure about this. He picked up his gear, and wrapped the black belt around his waist. Then he wrapped the holster around his right leg, attached his reflector and grenades on his belt,
''Good. Now we'll create your selecting pose, idle animation, taunts, fighting stance, victory pose, attacks and other such things.''
''Yay...this well be fun...''John said bored.
Master Hand and John were so busy preparing the latter for Brawl, that it was actually night time by the time they finished. The rest of the Smashers were still waiting in the meeting room, and were wondering just what it was they were doing. Most of them were chattering amongst themselves. Wolf on the other hand, was snoozing in a chair on it's hind legs. His feet were on the table, with crossed legs preventing him from falling.
This went on for some time, until Master Hand's voice was heard from the speaker. ''ATTENTION!'' Master Hand's voice was loud enough to startle Wolf. It turns out that this enough to lose his balance, causing him to fall on his back as the chair broke. He gave a light groan as he got stood back up.
Falco snickered. ''How are you?'' He asked, teasingly. Wolf glared at Falco.
''Oh, I feel friggin' peachy! Now, do me a favor and go die!'' Wolf growled.
A blue hedgehog named Sonic felt the need to butt into the argument. ''The world hates you, man.'' Wolf gave Sonic a death glare.''I-I mean the world loves you, man! They love you!'' Wolf rolled his eyes. They looked at the speaker as Master Hand's voice came up again.
''Now, I need the selected Smashers to come to my office…'' The Smashers stared at each other before looking back up at the speaker. ''I assure you, there is a specific reason why Now...Marth, Diddy Kong, Luigi, Lucario, Peach, Ness, Fox and Wolf, come to the office, now!'' Those who were called looked at each other, minus Wolf. He stood lazily while wearing an uninterested look.
They left the room, and took the stairs to the 11th floor. Everyone was curious about Master Hand, expect Peach, who was deciding what kind of cake to bake for John.
''What do you think this is about?'' Ness asked.
''It is about the boy.'' Lucario answered, Everyone looked at him.
''Really? How can you tell?'' Luigi asked.
''Lucario possesses Aura abilities. Have you forgotten?'' Marth replied.
''Oh...Right…I forgot…'' Luigi rubbed the back of the head.
''Is it about John's moveset or something?'' Fox asked.
''I don't care what this about, as long as I finish it! Preferably as quickly as possible!'' Wolf replied. Fox glared at him, but looked forward ignoring him.
They reached the door, and Marth knocked. ''Come in...'' Marth opened the door, as he and the rest of the Smashers entered the room.
''What's the reason for calling us up here?'' Fox asked, Master Hand looked at each of the Smashers.
''Now, I want to talk about the boy.'' Master Hand answered.
''Whatever you have to say, I don't care. I ain't got nothing to do with that kid'' Wolf said. Everyone glared at him.
''That's enough out of you Wolf! You can be a little less rude from now on, or I'll throw you in Cruel Brawl again.'' Wolf let out a grunt as he looked away.
''Now as I was saying... this is about the boy.''
''May I ask, where is he?'' Marth asked.
''He is hiding.'' Lucario replied. ''I sense him.''
''He's hiding for a good reason.'' Master Hand interjected.''I wanted to tell you that he is now an official Smasher.''
''Then where is he?'' Ness asked. Diddy Kong was looking around the dark room, but couldn't see him anywhere.
''Like I said, he's hiding in the darkness. He will reveal himself shortly.'' Master Hand replied. He floated over the light switch, and flicked it on. Everyone covered their eyes from the sudden light. Eventually, they were able to open them again. However, they still couldn't see the teenager.
''Ok, seriously, where is John?'' Fox asked.
''You can come out know!'' Master Hand called. John slowly stepped out from behind the curtain.
''H-hello...'' John said, a bit flustered. Everyone looked at him with raised eyebrows, except Master Hand. Although if he did have eyebrows, he would have followed the others in their expressions. In addition to the rest of the outfit, John now sported a wrist band on his left hand.
''...Kid...You have odd fashion choices...'' Wolf trailed off.
''Keep it to yourself!'' John replied.
''Like I care.'' Wolf said. John looked away.
''Back on the topic. I'll tell you what category he pic-''
''Did he pick Earthbound?!'' Ness interrupted.
John answered before Master Hand could speak. ''I was debating, but no.'' Ness frowned. John swore he heard something from Ness, but ignored it.
''Doesn't his attire give it away?'' Fox spoke up. Everyone gave John a good second look.
''So you picked our game?'' Wolf asked. John nodded. ''Well, whatever reason you have I don't care.''
''Im sure he didn't mean it John..'' Peach said, looking at Wolf out of the corner of her eye.
''N-no, it's okay...'' John reassured.
''Back to the main point.'' Master Hand said, grabbing everyone's attention. ''There's another reason why I called you eight here.'' Master Hand took a brief second to pause. ''I want to create a trailer for John. All eight of you will take part of it. This will take a long time to make, so after we present it, everyone go to their room immediately.'' The reactions of the Smashers of indifferent at best, and fist-clenching at worst. Not even John took it well. He was already deadbeat tired, and now he had to make a trailer for himself that he didn't even want.
''Haven't wedone enough today?'' John thought to himself as they went off to make the trailer.
The Next Morning...
It took the Smashers hours upon hours, but they finally finished John's trailer. Only some of the hours worth of footage was to be used in the actual trailer, while the rest was either scrapped or put in as bloopers. They had wrapped it up around 4:00 A:M, and each of them went to catch some sleep afterwards. John, having no official room, went back to sleep in the infirmary.
When the sun rose, John's eye was hit by a ray, waking him up. He turned to his other side, facing the wall. For a few minutes, he stared at it, until he heard a knock coming from the door.
''Are you awake?'' The voice asked. John sat up from the bed. He groaned, still tired from filming the trailer. The door opened, and John saw a swordsman walk with, weapon in hand. ''Hello, forgive me if I woke you up.'' He said, seeing the half-asleep John.
''No, It's okay...'' John replied as he yawned. He rubbed his eyes to try to wake himself up.
''I'm sure we haven't met. My name is Ike, fearless leader of the Griel Mercenary.''
''M-my name is John...''
''Everyone knows about you. Words spreads fast in the mansion.''
''Words spread fast? Or did someone open their big mouth?''
''Yes, Luigi was screaming down the halls ''I met a real human! His name is John!''. It was pretty entertaining. ''
'' Huh...''John trailed off, still wiped out.
''Now listen, Master Hand requested everyone to go to the command room. This includes you.'' John looked at him, frowning.
''For what?''.
''Master Hand only said. "Bring everyone, including John. I have to show everyone something." That's all I know''. John knew exactly what it was. He got off of the bed, and proceeded to follow Ike.
After leading John to the command room, they stopped in front of the door. John heard several voices chattering inside of the room.
''This is where you'll officially be meeting the Smashers. Are you ready?'' Ike asked. John gulped, but nodded. Ike opened the door as the both of the, entered the command room. Every breath John took was a deep one.
John looked at the long table where the Smashers were seated. There were about forty chairs in total. He hoped he wouldn't get noticed, but was detected right off the bat. Everyone in the command room was silent, and stared at the boy. ''U-umm...Hello?'' John said meekly. No one responded to him ''Well...It's nice to meet you all...'' he continued.
''Are sure this kid is not gonna rape us?'' Falco asked suddenly. John was taken aback.
''What?! I'm 15 Godamnit!'' John cursed.''I shouldn't even know the word!'' That when Master Hand entered the room.
''Hello, Everyone.'' Master Hand said, completely ignoring the awkward exchange. ''John, go take your seat.'' John frowned as he sat next to Kirby.''Now the reason I called everyone here is because of John. He is now an official part of the team. I, and a few of you, have taken the time to put together a trailer for him...''
''Did he choose a game series yet?!''Captain Falcon interrupted
''I'm sure he chose to be a Pokemon Trainer, instead of a racer.'' Red said.
''Are you crazy?! I'm sure he's with me!'' Sonic said, adding fuel to the fire. John stared at them, dumbfounded.
''Are they always like this?''John asked.
''You have no idea...'' Ness replied.
'Alright, that's enough out of all of you! We have an important trailer to watch. Now stop before I throw you all into Cruel Brawl!'' Everyone eyes widened, as they backed into their chairs in fright. . ''Ok, John, ready for Brawl! Remember, this is being broadcasted around Smash Town!'' Master Hand proclaimed.
''Wait what?!'' John shouted from his chair, just as the trailer started. Everyone put their fingers to their mouths in a shush except Wolf. John frowned.''This is a ball popper.''John now looked at the screen.
It began with Fox and Wolf fighting each other. After getting beaten up by Wolf, Fox hit the ground with a thud. Wolf howled before he charged after Fox, still on the ground. Out of nowhere, a foot burrowed itself into Wolf's face, then he was hit with two punches. To finish the combo, a kick landed on Wolf's jaw, launching him a few feet. The camera panned to fully reveal John, who was in his battle stance. It was similar to Fox's, except John didn't jump slightly. John aimed his blaster, charging it.
JOHN BLASTS INTO SMASH!
Those words appeared on screen before John fired the blaster at Wolf, sending him out of the boundary. Cut to a scene with Marth. John pummeled Marth with several headbutts before kicking him off the stage. Marth recovered, but was quickly but with two blaster shots. As he was in the air, John performed a reverse flipkick meteoring, Marth down the stage.
Cut again to Ness and Diddy Kong. John grabbed Ness, and threw him upwards. He then back kicked him out of the boundary. Diddy used his back air, sending John of the stage. The monkey then jumped above, and pulled off his down air, sending John near the boundary. However, blue flames rapidly engulfed John as he charged up, yelling "Fire!". As he grabbed the ledge, John quickly did his ledge attack, tripping Diddy's. He then pulled out a grenade, and tossed it at the ground, making contact with Diddy's. The Kong used his shield, but it broke as soon the grenade exploded. Diddy slowly got up, dizzy. John approached Diddy, charging his forward smash. After a second, he released it, sending Diddy off the stage.
The scene changed to show Lucario. John placed a grenade on the ground, but it didn't explode. John took the time to charge his blaster, but Lucario approached, walking over the grenade. The explosive detonated as soon as he stepped over it. John did a backward jump. Lucario quickly air dodged, but John read it. He waited, before doing his back kick eliminating Lucario's stock.
The scene changed with Peach. John was carrying Peach, then slammed her onto the ground. He then stomped on his immobile opponent multiple times, before landing a far more powerful stomp. This sent Peach flying into the air. John quickly double jumped, performing his forward air. Peach was now near the boundary. After landing in the platform, John charged his Fire Human. He then lunged upward, carrying Peach above the stage, taking her stock.
The final fight scene was with Luigi. John got hit multiple times by Luigi's dash. As landed, he did his uptilt multiple times, sending Luigi off the stage. The green-clad plumber chucked a fire ball at John, but the boy used his reflector. The ball of fire was sent back at Luigi, who was directly hit. John jumped, landing his down air, which sent Luigi careening down the stage. He quickly disappeared in a band of bright light.
"GAME!" shouted the announcer as the word appeared on screen.
The fight paused suddenly as the screen shattered, showing the result screen. The StarFox Victory theme started to play in the background.
"And the winner is... John!"
John faced the camera, shrugging while smirking. Luigi was clapping in the background.
The results screen faded to black. After a few seconds, the words "Blooper Reel" appeared on screen. John had no idea Master Hand included a blooper reel. The night had been long, and there were certainly some blooper-worthy moments that took place. He began to sweat profusely and tug at his jacket out of embarrassment.
The reel began with the opening scene with Wolf. John did his jabs, but instead of kicking Wolf's stomach. He kicked his crouch instead. Everyone who was watching from the lobby winced, while Wolf's good eye began to twitch. He fell to the ground, his hands covering the area which had been kicked. After a moment of holding it in, Wolf howled with pain.
''I-I'm sorry! I-I didn't mean to kick you in the crotch!'' John said, almost in a begging tone.
Wolf gave him a death glare.''You better run, Kid!'' He growled with anger and pain. John took his advice, and ran as the fast as he could. Wolf began to run after him, trying his best to ignore the pain.
''I-I'm really sorry!'' John was heard crying in the background.
''Do you think we should help him?'' Ness's voice said, behind the camera.
''Wolf will certainly kill him! I'll go after them.'' Master Hand said, as the footage cut.
The next scene was of John using his Fire Human. John successfully performed it,but aimed diagonally. ''That the wrong direction!'' Master Hand yelled, but John couldn't hear him. He then disappeared with the light.
''Cut!'' Master Hand ordered. He then sighed to himself.
Cut to the scene when John grabbed the ledge. He went to use his ledge attack, but stopped. It was strange. ''Why do I feel...hot?'' John asked himself. Diddy was using sign language to indicate danger. However, John didn't seem to take the hint.
''What are you doing? And why do I feel even hotter?'' John said as he looked at the rest of the group. All of them were trying to signal at him except Wolf, who was chuckling. John was still confused. He spotted Ness in the front of the group, pointing on his own hand then John's. The boy knew what he meant, so he looked down at his hands. John eyes widen, as did the rest of his face.
''I'M ON FIRE! SOMEONE GET A FIRE EXTINGUISHER!'' John screamed, as he started to roll on the floor. Wolf could be heard laughing hysterically.
''I guess I messed up...'' Master Hand admitted behind the camera.
''You certainly did...'' Ness commented.
''The kid deserved it. My crotch still hurts from what he did!'' Wolf said, still laughing.
''Shut up already!'' Fox said.
The footage ended, with those not in the trailer shocked. There were shouts of ''He picked them!'' here and ''Why not my series?!'' there. Wolf sighed in relief. He thought he was going to be mocked for that one blooper.
''Yes, ignore the bloopers.'' Master Hand muttered.''Anyways, Yes, John picked StarFox.''
''Seriously?!'' Most of the Smashers yelled. Master Hand slowly nodded.
''Yes, Really. John, I formally welcome you to Super Smash Brothers! Welcome to the home of Nintendo!''
Around Smash Town...
The citizens of Smash Town, known as Miis were laughing at the bloopers. Most of them were confused by why another Smasher was selected, but yet they were still eager to meet him. One Mii Fighter on the other hand was growling in anger.
''They brought another kid into Smash?! I could kick his butt, easy!'' The Mii Fighter complained.
''Oh, calm down, Brawler.'' A Mii said, who had a hand cannon.
''And the last time Master Hand picked a kid. You got your butt handed by him. Lucas, I think?'' Another Mii fighter added.
''Oh, shut up! That kid got lucky!'' Mii Brawler said, looking away from the group. On the other side of the room was Siyet, who was watching the trailer. He was grinning as he watched the current situation unfold.
''Look like the kid is being prin the next chapter...otected by the Smashers. This is gonna be interesting.'' Siyet muttered as he smirked. He got up, and left to do what he came for.
Featured in the next chapter...
''Well, well, look who it is.'' A voice said, angrily.
John looked to see where the source of the voice was coming from. Eventually, John spotted a Mii with gloves and an angry expression.
''If it isn't the new smasher.'' Brawler said.
''O-oh...um...w-who are you?'' John asked as Brawler approached him.
''The name is Brawler, and you don't seem fit to become a Smasher.'' Brawler said. John was confused, and a little nervous
''Huh?''
'' I said you are not fit to be with them! The guardians of Nintendo!''
''U-um...''
''Heh, scared I see...Maybe I can take you out right now. To prove your just a weak kid!''
John was in his room, playing on the NDS. He didn't notice that someone had snuck through the window. A sudden sound alerted him. ''Hello?'' John asked. No one answered. He put his NDS in his pocket, as he walked around his room. ''Is anyone there?''. Suddenly, he was grabbed. He wanted to yell, but his mouth is blocked.
''Why hello there…''
Beta'd by: CollinCeption