Chapter 22: Africa I
9 am in Egypt (USA time: 9 pm), our heroes are flying above Egypt.
"The Great Pyramids of Giza…. Egyptologists believe the pyramid was built as a tomb for the Fourth Dynasty Egyptian pharaoh Khufu (often Hellenized as "Cheops") and was constructed over a 20-year period. Some believe Khufu's vizier, Hemiunu (also called Hemon), is the Great Pyramid architect. It is thought that, at construction, the Great Pyramid was originally 280 Egyptian Royal cubits tall (146.5 meters (480.6 ft)). Still, with erosion and the absence of its pyramidion, its present height is 138.8 meters (455.4 ft). Each base side was 440 cubits, 230.4 meters (755.9 ft) long. The mass of the pyramid is estimated at 5.9 million tons. The volume, including an internal hillock, is roughly 2,500,000 cubic meters (88,000,000 cu ft)," said Amy, reading a guidebook.
"Does this mean we have to go in the pyramid? I want to see an actual mummy," said Sonic.
"I can't believe they only made pyramids for dead people," said Tikal.
"It's the only way the people can show respect to their rulers," said Amy.
"We're here," said Tails.
Knuckles took a pick of the pyramids and said, "I think I saw a 4 ft battery on a 4 ft plug on to of the biggest pyramid."
"Good eyesight, Knux," said Tikal.
"Let's take her down for a look," said Sonic.
"On it, Sonic," said Tails.
The Team is climbing up the tallest Pyramid of Giza.
"Are you sure we can do this," said Cream.
"Trust me. We'll be fine," said Sonic, reaches the top.
When Tails got there, he disables the battery and plug. While there climbing back down, Master Zik appears with an army of badnicks.
"Dispose of them while I get the key," said Master Zik, throws fruit at Amy.
"Look out," said Sonic, saving Amy.
"How odd. Attacked by fruit," said Amy.
"It's time to teach you, children, a lesson. A painful lesson" said Master Zik.
"Who the heck are you," said Knuckles.
"I'm Master Zik…. Founder and brains of the Deadly Six. Hand over the key, or else."
"Like we're scared of you? I ain't afraid of an older man. Sandstorm," said Tikal, commanding the wind.
The wind blows the sand at Master Zik and the badnicks.
"Now, let's get out of here. To the Valley of the Kings," said Tails, going on the plane.
3 hours and 19 minutes later, it's 12:19 pm (USA time: 12:19 am), Amy says while reading a guidebook, "the Valley of the Kings; Once part of the ancient city of Thebes is the burial site of almost all of Egypt's Pharaohs from the 18th, 19th and 20th dynasties. Archaeologists have found around sixty-three tombs (with the latest discovery in 2008) at this burial complex located in the hills of Dayr- al-Bahri."
"So, it's like a royal graveyard," said Cream.
"Yeah, something like that."
"Maybe that's enough info, Amy," said Tails, getting terrified.
"Tails, you're not scared of a royal graveyard with dead Pharaohs in them? Are you," said Sonic.
"No. I'm not."
"Look. There it is," said Knuckles.
When they land, everyone gets out of the plane except Tails and Cheese.
"Are you two chickens coming or not," said Knuckles.
"I'm not a chicken. I was…. helping Cheese to be brave."
"Well… come on," said Cream.
Tails get out while holding Cheese.
While the Team is walking, Tails said, "according to the file; the battery and plug are inside the Tomb of Tutankhamun."
"Ha! You said Toot," said Knuckles, laughing.
"It's pounced, Tut. And show some respect."
"And it rhymes with butt."
"Honestly, you have no idea how famous King Tut is. In fact, the visitor guide said it's the most famous tomb in the Valley of the Kings."
"What's so important about him? He's just another dead guy in this valley," said Tikal.
"You guys need to catch up with your history. Amy, can you explain these two echidnas here?"
"Sure thing. King Tut was only eight or nine when he became ruler of Egypt. As King at such a young age, most of the decision-making was made by two senior figures, likely Ay (father of Nefertiti) and Horemheb, an army commander. Tutankhamun was only King for about ten years before dying in his late teens. It's estimated that he ruled from 1333 BC to1324 BC."
"Woah. You're right. This guy is special," said Knuckles.
"This is it. The tomb of King Tut," said Tails, seeing the tomb from a near distance.
When they entered the tomb, they see a 4 ft battery on a 4 ft plug on top of King Tut's grave.
"Why put it there, Eggman? Why," said Sonic.
The Team tip-toed their way there to the grave. Tails get closer to it and disable it; quietly and carefully.
"I'm sorry, Your Majesty. We have to get it off of you. So, you can rest in peace," said Cream.
"Cream? You know he's dead," said Tikal.
"But his spirit could be in here, too."
"Aha! I knew I would find you. Now, hand over the key or else," said Master Zik, jumps on top of King Tut's grave.
"Master Zik! I wouldn't be on that if I were you. It might anger his spirit," said Cream.
"Ha! Impossible…In fact."
When Master Zik got off the grave and continues to talk to the team, the grave was open from the inside. Then the mummy-like King Tut with his mask on; comes out from it. When Team saw the mummy going to Master Zik; behind him, their faces get emotionless from fear and shock.
They quickly ran away, and Master Zik said, "Hey, come back here! We didn't even get a chance to battle."
When he turned around and saw the mummified Tut standing in front of him.
"Oh…," said Master Zik, emotionless.
When the mummified King Tut took off his mask, he said with anger, "kayf tujriw ealaa 'iizeaj qabr almalik tawata. Yjb 'an tadfae mae hayatik."
Back with the heroes, they are running to the plane-now turned into the jeep to escape.
"I told you we should let even the body let in peace," said Cream.
Then they hear a scream, and Tikal said, "oh well, that's his problem."
"Agree."
"Time to find a hotel for us to rest for the night," said Tails, starting the engine.
At Maritim Jolie Ville Kings Island Luxor Hotel: the girls are having a spa day, and the boys enjoy a massage.
"Men, this beat running around a lot," said Sonic.
"I know what a day. Our next stop will be Ethiopia," said Tails.
"Ok," said Knuckles.
"This feels so great," said Cream.
"I know. It's like they're scrubbing your troubles away," said Amy.
"I got a Genuine Egyptian Scarab Talisman Gold," said Tikal.
9 am in Egypt (USA time: 9 pm), our heroes enjoy the breakfast buffet.
"Since it will take us 3 hours and 30 minutes to get to Ethiopia, we won't have to rush. Let's kick back and enjoy our time," said Tails.
"They sure make great pancakes. Even my favorite, strawberry kind," said Sonic.
"I wonder what happened to Master Zik with mummified King Tut," said Amy.
"Does that answer your question," said Knuckles, points to Master Zik, whose outside with bruises and teeth bite marks.
"Yeah. We should get going," said Tikal.