IS Infinite Build
Construct 66: The Eye of the Storm.
Sento: Well, here we are… In the last Construct, I declared Build retired. No one was having any of it, thus my students and Chifuyu as well all sprung into action to get me out of my funk. After seeing what my students are doing with what I taught them. Some soul searching and a… beat down later, I am back on my feet and ready to take on any challenge. And I may be getting it sooner than expected. War is on the Horizon, and Gentoku is Prime minister… This is the worst possible outcome… What will happen in Construct 66?!
Kono mama~
(Shows Sento working on bottle.)
Aruki tsuzukete iru
(Zooms in on Sento, changes into build and throws punch)
Konnya mo maasugu
(Shows Build throw a punch then a kick)
Hitori no ashiato tadotte...
(Scene changes to Ichika working on paper)
Hateshinai, dakedo kimi dake wa
(Zooms in on Ichika as he changes into Cross-Z and Roundhouse kicks)
Dokoka de matteru
(Night Rouge and Blood Stalk with Monsters in front of him, Scene switches to bottles on a spinning table. Hands grab the bottles.)
Egao tayasazuni
(Shows Sento, Tabane, Ichika, Chloe all shaking bottles)
There you will...
(Chloe enters chamber and caresses wristband, as eyes glows.)
Be The One, Be The One! All right!
(Build armor encloses around Sento. Shows Rabbit Tank doing finisher, Cross-Z Drop Kicking, Keydragon blasts fire and then swings chains at the screen.)
Ashita no chikyū o naki da senai kara
(Tabane, Cecelia, Rin, Chifuyu, Yamada, Charles, and Laura all stand.)
Be The Lights, Be The Lights! All right!
(Sento spin kicks, Ichika throws a punch. Steam engulfs screen to Night Rouge)
Tsuyoku nareru yo, I wanna Get it!
(Build walks towards camera, zooms in as helmet folds away, showing Sento's face, Sento opens eyes. The eyes flash red and blue.)
Nanika wo tasukete sukutte dakishime
(back to Sento and Co shaking bottles as the camera pans around)
Kokoro ni furete todoku yo, tsutawaru
(Build Cross-Z, and Akatsubaki ready their weapon and Charges Smash Army)
Be The One, Be The Lights
(Rabbit Tank stands as sparks fall on him. BuildYell enters a battle stance as the Clover Funnels blast the screen, Keydragon blasts screen with fire.)
Message, Okoru yo hibiku yo~!
(Rabbittank Sparkling jumps at the screen, Cross-Z throws dragon uppercut. Akatsubaki drops kicks at screen, Build takes signature pose with an echo of Sento mirrored.)
We are Sento
Chloe and I eat our breakfast as the news plays on the TV. "Now onto our topic of the morning. Hokuto has officially declared war on Touto." Gentoku wasn't kidding then… No point in avoiding it now I guess… "You gonna try to stop the war?" Chloe asks me, I nod as I take a sip from my coffee. "Course. But I'd rather not be forced to make the Rider system into a weapon." I respond to Chloe, with her nodding in agreement.
Chloe:(grabs drink) Riders battling is the last thing we need.
Sento:(sighs) That'd just escalate the conflict and make the fighting possibly worse.
Reporter: Hokuto's Prime Minister Tajimi has yet to make an official statement, and Seito has not given a response to taking a side in this conflict.
Sento: Let's hope Seito stay out of this fight. It may just be a blessing or a curse. But I wonder why Hokuto is taking it's time preparing it's forces?
Chloe:(pauses) You don't think that their preparing some kind of super weapon are they?
Sento:(sighs) I shudder at the thought. Riders and then Super weapons? I hope Hokuto doesn't repeat the actions done by America during World War 2. The last thing we need is a repeat of those dark days…(phone vibrates) Hmm?(answers) Hello? Charlotte, hey. I bet this is about the news huh?
Charlotte:(over phone) Huh? What news?
Sento: Huh? The detail that Hokuto declared war on us?
Charlotte:(surprised) What?! I didn't hear that?!
Sento:(sweatdrop) Wait, if you're call wasn't about that. Then why are you calling?
Charlotte: Well… Um… Sensei? I'm right outside Ichika-san's house.
Sento:(confused) Okay… Um. Why?
Charlotte: I-Is Ichika-san home? Is he at the Cafe? I-I'm not sure if he's home or not.
I pause in absolute confusion. Is she… Serious? "No. He's not here. He said he was going home yesterday- you were with me when he said that, do you not remember?" I remind her, Charlotte mumbled to herself. "You said you were in front of Ichika's house, right? Then just ring the front door." I tell her, she beings to mumbling to herself even more… Kay~, looks like this conversation isn't going anywhere. "Hey, you'll be fine, just ring the doorbell, you'll be fine okay? Great." I say before ending the call.
Chloe:(looks at Sento) Charlotte?
Sento:(eats pancake) Mmh.(swallows) She's visiting Ichika and is very con-(phone rings) Again?(answers) Hello?
Cecilia:(overphone) Ah, Sensei. Good morning to you. How are you?
Sento: Good, how about you Cecilia?
Cecilia: Quite fine, but I am concerned with recent developments. Which is why I would like your opinion on something.
Sento: Is this about the wa-?
Cecilia: What kind of Cake do you think Ichika-san would like?
Sento: Ah… (sighs) You've gotta be shitting me.
Cecilia: I just want to know what kind of cake Ichika-san enjoys! That's all. So… Do you know?
Sento:(sighs) No. I don't know, just get a random selection of cakes. I don't know. Is that all? Then I'm hanging up.(hangs up) Why is it, no one seems to know or care about the fact that Hokuto is going to wage war on us?(phone rings) Oh, who is it this ti- Oh, Laura.(looks at Chloe) Mind if it put her on loud speaker?(Chloe nods) Okay.(answers) Hello, Laura.
Chloe:(lowers cup) Good morning, Laura. How are you this morning?
Laura:(over phone) Good morning, Sento, Chloe. As much as I would like to be hopeful, the war with Hokuto concerns me. As I'm sure it concerns the two of you as well. Also, I'm here with Rin and Houki as well.
Sento:(internally) Oh, good. Someone who actually cares about the potential of war.(externally) Okay. Chloe and I just now we're discussing some of our fears.
Laura: I see… Of course, you two would be worried. From here, it looks to be a War of attrition. Where it's the soldier's individual actions that change the battlefield.
Rin:(pops in) Which means IS's pilots are going to be the key to winning the war.
Houki:(pops in) Let's not forget who's leading Touto right now. For all we know, it's Himuro Gentoku's fault for causing this war by provoking the other nations to attack. Not to mention, remember what he said when we last met?
Gen:(flashback) I will definitely return. When that time comes… You will work for me as my right-hand man.
Sento:(nods) I haven't forgotten that. But he's assuming that I remember my past as Katsuragi. But for the life of me, I still can't remember.
Chloe:(looks at Sento) That's probably for the best. I'd rather you still having amnesia.
Sento:(chuckles) The feeling is mutual. It's likely that both IS pilots and us Riders will be brought into the fray, I predict that Gentoku will approach us soon, ordering us to fight Hokuto. There's also one… No, that can wait till later.(crosses arms) That time will come soon, but in the meantime. What are you girls doing?
Houki: Visiting Ichika, none of us have much left to do during the summer.
"I-I see..." So is everyone just bored and have nothing better to do? I wonder to myself. "Ah, were here, we'll see you later Sento." Laura says before hanging up. Hmm, what should I do today? I wonder to myself. "You could restock the fridge, the shopping list is on the fridge door Sento." Chloe reads my mind, I look and her and give a chuckle. "You read my mind, thanks." I say collecting my plates before bringing them to the skink, turning to the fridge I take the list off the magnet and copy its contents to my HUD. With how hectic things have been, something as mundane as grocery shopping might be a welcome change. Taking my wallet I go to leave the Cafe.
Downtown shopping district…
Walking through the street with vendors trying to sell their stuff. I find myself staring at the people going by. It's almost hard to believe that War is coming… I think to myself. "Sento, how are you?" Chifuyu greets walking over, I wave to her as she joins me. "Grocery shopping?" Chifuyu asks me, I nod to confirm her question.
Sento:(looks at Chifuyu) It still hard to believe that War's on the horizon. Yet everyone is going about their day as if war isn't approaching.
Chifuyu:(nods) No one has experienced war since World War 2… I guess people are just not ready for the idea of war…
Sento:(sighs) True… Then I guess there's no helping it then. We can only hope and see how things will progress. Otherwise have any other kinds of plans today?
Chifuyu: Hmm? Well, no, none. Originally, I was going to invite you and Yamada-san out to drink. But those plans were canceled as Yamada-san was called to the Touto government.
Sento:(surprised) Yamada-san? Really? Odd.
"I can only wonder what they are talking about?" Chifuyu wonders, I sigh before shrugging. "I can't be sure. I don't know what Gentoku is thinking anymore." I say. I pause to look at some of the Produce on display. Figures… Most of this produce is from outside japan, rather than from Hokuto. Memories of when Ichika, Charlotte, and I went to Hokuto to meet Katsuragi's Mother. The farms their barely had enough to support a stable way of life, I can only imagine that Hokuto's holding together with help from other countries. Looking up at the Sky Wall, I'm reminded of Nazi Germany's orginal plan to get "Lebensraum." Perhaps the Hokuto government is using a similar concept to inspire Hokuto's people to fight? I wonder to myself.
Chifuyu: Are you going to get anything?
Sento: Ah… Yeah.(nods) Let's see...(picks out produce)
As I grab produce I ponder. Maya-chan is going to meet Gen-san… I'm worried about what they are talking about… Pondering upon the possible conversations and topics, considering the situation does not ease my concerns.
Touto Government Building… We are Maya
Entering the Government building, the Staff rush about, people exchanging tablets and sending Emails. Soldiers staff and guard around the facility. Why am I here? I thought Chifuyu-san would be called, or even Sento-san who works here! Why is it me? I ponder as I walk up to the front desk, the receptionist gestures me to give him a second.
Receptionist:(on the phone) That is our strength? Understood… Yes, I will pass it along. Apologies, as we are shifting into combat readiness, our staff are preparing themselves such all calls are rerouted to me… Yes… Of course. Yes, I assure you I will pass you're complaint to the Prime Minister… Okay, thank you.(hangs up) Hello, sorry about that. What can I help you with?
Maya:(nervous) I- Uh… Was asked by the Prime Minister to meet him?
Receptionist:(nods) Ah, yes. Yamada-san, the Prime Minister is expecting you.(hands pass) Take this up to his office, it will take you to the war room and help you get past the staff.
Maya:(takes pass) Ah… Thank you.
Just as I leave the phone rings getting the Receptionist's attention as he goes to answer the call. I leave to go to Himuro-san's office. Does Himuro-san know that, I know he's Night Rogue? No, not possible. Sento and the others wouldn't have mentioned me. Just need to stay calm. I take a deep breath as I reach the checkpoint, the Guards stop me before asking for a pass. I show them my pass and they let me though, walking through the halls, more staff rush by me with tablets and food as they run through the halls. They must have little time to even eat… I stop in front of a double door, with the sign "War Room" next to the door. Okay… Here we go… I inhale, wait 4 seconds, then breathe out 8 seconds and I'm ready. Opening the doors I find Himuro-san face down in maps with staff helping him.
Staff 1:(walks over) Sir, we have a report on the military strength of our forces.(hands) Here is the report.
Gen:(takes tablet) What do we have?... Hmm, see if we can acquire aid from the other nations.
Staff 2:(walks over) I don't think that would be possible. The other nations have stated they will not interfere with this war.
Gen:(sighs) Then reinforce our defences. We'll need to bring those three in soon.(looks up) Ah, you're here.(puts down tablet) I'm leaving the renforce of our hard points to you two.
Staff 1 and 2:(nods) Yes sir!
"Come with me." Himuro-san gestures me, I follow him to his office. Entering into his office, Himuro-san takes a seat at his desk and looks at me. "Maya Yamada, IS Academy Teacher. As of today you will be working here." Himuro-san gets down to business. "I called you here today as my IS advisor." Himuro-san explains to me handing me a tablet.
Maya:(taking tablet) When you mean advisor… What do you mean?
Gen: This upcoming war, we will need the IS's up at the front lines in this war. You are well aware of our countries IS pilots and potential pilots.
Maya:(looks at Gen) Are you telling me that I'm going to be recruiting pilots for this war?
Gen: Yes. As of Today, Miss Yamada. You will work for me.
A feeling of dread shivers down my spine. Himuro-san… I think looking at his scheming face.
We are Sento
Walking home, I carrying bags of groceries. Chifuyu reaches out to take a bag off me. "I'm fine, I can take them." I tell her, taking a step aside. "What? "It's a Man's job to handle the heavy work" Then?" Chifuyu asks, I chuckle at that thought. "I'm not that kind of person, I am fully willing to let you handle the hard work… It's only because you are going to go soon right?" I ask her, she looks at me with confusion. "Aren't you going to go home at all?" I ask again.
Chifuyu:(shakes head) No, I went home earlier today. Ichika and the other girls were their visiting him. I didn't feel like bothering them, so I decided to spend my time with you.
Sento:(nods) Ah, I see. Then here.(hands bag.) Help me out, my hand hurts holding so much.
Chifuyu:(chuckles) Why did you buy so much? Are you expecting a large crowd? I didn't think that body of yours need any more meat.
Sento:(sarcastic laugh) Very funny… But uhh~ Have any other plans? Otherwise-
Chifuyu:(looks at Sento) Are you planning to invite me home for dinner? You may be a genius, but you certainly not subtitle.
"Ah… Well..." I clumsy chuckle. Chifuyu smiles and pats me on the shoulder. "I'd enjoy that." Chifuyu says walking past me. Subtle, what scientist is ever subtitle? Especially a genius physicist lik- "Sento, stop thinking too deeply, it's not going to make a difference." Chifuyu tells me looking straight at me. "S-Sorry." I apologise, nodding Chifuyu walks towards the Cafe. "Come on Sento, I'm waiting on you." Chifuyu tells me.
Sento:(smiles) Right, coming.
Infinite stratos cafe…
Entering the Cafe I look to see that Chloe isn't anywhere to be seen. "I'm back~!" I say walking into the room. "Sorry for the bother." Chifuyu says entering close behind. "Mind closing the door?" I ask Chifuyu, she nods before placing down the groceries on a nearby table and closes the door behind her and locks it. It's while I'm walking over to the kitchen counter that I notice a letter on one of the tables. I walk over and read it.
"Visiting Meathead's house. The girls have made dinner their so I will eat their. Likely sleep over as well, won't be back till tomorrow." - Chloe Chronicle
Ah. I take the bags of groceries and head behind the kitchen counter. Setting down the groceries on the counter of the kitchen, I let out a tired sigh. I've been thinking so many different possibilities for the future, I've mentally rung myself out. Chifuyu taps me on the shoulder, I look at her. "Why don't you take a seat? Leave dinner to me." Chifuyu tells me to do… Can she even cook? Chifuyu sees my unsure face and gives me an annoyed look.
Chifuyu: I know that look. I do indeed know how to cook. How do you think I took care of Ichika in the past?
Sento:(sweatdrop) And how long has it been since you made a meal for yourself or Ichika?
Chifuyu: Two days ago. I made Korokke from scratch.
Sento:(impressed) Oh… Okay.(walks over to seat) You do that.
I say as I take a seat, Chifuyu begins taking out the groceries and begins putting them away. "Mind if I put on the TV?" I ask Chifuyu. "This is your house, not mine." She tells me. I didn't want any complaints of me not paying any attention to her. Altho I don't think she would've minded either way. "Just checking." I say as I take the remote and turn on the News.
Reporter: And now to the top story. Seito's Prime Minister Mido has released a statement on Seito's involvement in the possibility of War.
Mido: We of the Country of Seito will not participate in the coming war between Hokuto and Touto. This conflict will be between both countries, but our nation of Seito will not interfere.
Chifuyu:(taking out cutting board) At least we don't have to worry about Seito breathing down our necks.
Sento:(nods) True. But I can't help but still feel like they might become a threat.
Chifuyu:(cutting vegetables) As of now, we don't have to worry about them for now… Sento? Do you have any good cooking wine?
Sento:(turns off TV) Yeah, sure. Let me grab it.
"Thank you." Chifuyu says as she continues to prep the food. I head to the cellar and take out the cooking wine, as I do my eyes fall on the opened bottle of Brandy that I had a single glass of when I discovered that Tabane was Stalk. I reach for the bottle of brandy, there was still enough for people to share… Why not. I think as I take the bottle off the rack and place it on the counter.
Sento:(hands wine) I haven't finished that bottle of Brandy, so how about we enjoy it while we eat?
Chifuyu:(looks at brandy) This is… Yes, let's.
One meal and several drinks later…
…
Chifuyu:(drunk) Ahh~! A good d-drink makes the food go d-down better!
Sento:(sweat drop) Yeah~ I hear ya.
I'm pretty lightweight when it comes to alcohol. Not so much that I can't have one pint of beer. I could probably have one or two. I'd rather not become a heavy drinker, while drinking heavy amounts of Alcohol does mess with brain neurons, but it can not destroy Brain Cell. But all nighters is the only pain I need, so No Hangovers for me. Chifuyu goes to take the bottle of Brandy to pour herself more. It's been empty since I finished my second cup. She flips the bottle to pour but nothing but a single drop comes out. I generally don't drink anymore than 2 or 3. 4 if I'm feeling very special, but no more than that, as to be the designated driver. "H-Huh? It's, it's empty." Chifuyu says, before putting down the bottle and looking around.
Sento:(smiles) It was a pretty large bottle of Brandy I bought. What do you think?
Chifuyu:(looks at Sento) …(thumbs up) Hm!
Sento:(sweat drop) I see. That's good to know.
I can only imagine how Tabane would be if she were drunk? Chifuyu suddenly stands up and walks over to me. Hmm? "Chifuyu?" I ask, before Chifuyu suddenly wraps her arms around me and rubs her head against me. "Ah~ You smell nice~!" She begins saying, this proximity and suddenness has led to an increase in my blood as it now has rushed to my cheeks. "Okay, Chifuyu I thank you for the meal but I think it's time you-" I begin but I'm cut off by Chifuyu looking at me, she has tears in her eyes. What's?
Chifuyu: You've had to deal with… A lot… I…(begins crying) I… don't want to see you being hurt so much!
Sento: … Chifuyu.(goes to wipe tears) You fel-
Chifuyu:(Hugs Sento) Sento! You deserve so much more~! You deserve to be happy!
Chifuyu beings crying into me, and I just listen to her, my heart sinks hearing how much I had hurt her with my antics… Chifuyu.
Later…
I set her down in my bed, after crying and letting out everything she feels, she fell asleep. It's too late for any train and I'd rather not risk a bike at this time of night. I think to myself as I place the blanket over Chifuyu, stepping away I leave the room and head for the roof. Stepping out into the cold wind blows in my face as I look up at the clear sky above me with all the stars in clear view. The only thing is the sound of crickets and grasshoppers. I reach into my pocket and take out the Rabbit Full Bottle.
We are observer
Sento:(looking at bottle) From here on…
Ichika and the other sit on the porch looking up at the sky. Everyone silently enjoying the moment.
Sento: It's going to be hectic.
Scene changes to M looking up at the same clear sky. Behind her the Trio stare up at the sky enjoying the silence.
Sento: This is just the calm before the storm.
Scene changes to Gen ordering and organising the Touto military. Behind Gen is Yamada who is handling a list of applicants with a saddened face.
Sento: But… To protect the people that I love.
Scene changes to a warehouse where large metal parts are begin attached and worked on by engineers. A crane lowers something down onto a chest and crew men quickly rush over to secure the attachment, backing up an engineer gives a thumbs up. At the chest, an IS core sits in the center with slot attachments for bottles. 8 Smash Bottles are placed in those slots that attaches to the IS core. Energy surges through the suit, before at the head a single pink camera lights up.
Sento: I will fight… As Kamen Rider Build!
Scene changes to Tabane, leaning on metal railing. She takes out a picture of Sento and her, a neutral look on her face as Tabane lifts up a lighter to the picture and sets it on fire. Tossing it off the side, the picture falls past a Namba Heavy Metal Industries sign on the side of the building. The final pieces of the picture burn up before hitting the ground.
Tabane: And so it begins. War is here.(turns and walks away)
Construct 66 Complete
Next time…
The War begins. Will it tear the three Riders apart?!
Sento: I don't intend on becoming a tool of war!
Ichika: Isn't that just an excuse so you can run away?
Goodbye to Representatives?
Sento: This is Japan's war… It only makes sense that you're countries don't want to participate in this war… So. It means goodbye.
The Hokuto Trio make their appearance.
Castle: What? Never seen a Smash like us?
Stag Beetle: Trust me, we'll be the last that you see of us.
Owl: Because you're gonna die~!
Sento: The Rider system isn't a weapon. I'll prove that!
The Sclash Driver's make or break? Cross-Z Charge?!
Ichika: I'm doing this! I get the feeling like I can't lose!
Construct 67: The Outbreak of the Rider War.