Sir Shark of The Acrylic: He has been planning this for a while.
Shooting Star Dragon 3000: Huh, surprised you you enjoy them so much.
And yeah, it hurts to do these sort of things. However... yeah.
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Co-Writter: GhostKaiser23
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AUTHORS NOTE
Here we go once again, here is the newest chapter!
This time, we are going... UNDA DA SEA!
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Hope you guys all like it.
James' Harem 2
Chapter 64
Rise of the Tempest
Garth was travelling under the ocean. He was returning home, back to Atlantis. Following him was a group of Titans, within their Submarine. Today was the day, a big day.
"This is it; right?" James asked, talking to his friends in the submarine.
"Yeah. The test Garth has been looking forward to for ages." Argent nodded
"I never thought I'd get to see Atlantis. Plato was right after all." Garfield joked.
"Surprised you ain't swimming out there." Rose smirked
"Yeah, but... if I did, I'd have to be a shark or a whale, something that can survive high depths... and let's face it, it'll look really bad if there's a 'sentient green shark following Aqualad', they might shoot first ask questions later; and I end up with a laser in my gut." Garfield answered.
"Probably." James laughed
"So. Playing it safe. I'm staying in here until I can explain myself." Garfield admitted.
"We're approaching the gates." Aqualad spoke through the speakers.
James nodded, taking a glance behind him at the Titans going on this trip
Sitting on one seat to check on the fathoms was Rose and checking the engines was Victor; all of whom were more than happy to come along.
Argent was in his co-piolet seat. Garfield was along in the back, relaxing.
"Enjoying yourself there, bro?" Victor asked Garfield.
"Yeah, I am. You?" Garfield asked, not putting his feet on the dashboard. He knew the punishment if he messed with Vic's stuff
"Yeah." he nodded "She is purring like a kitten."
Garfield patted the dash, trying not to touch any buttons. "She's a beaut."
"Ah, best friend bromance." Rose chuckled as she saw the two. "I just hope we're getting a warm welcome."
"Maybe." Argent shrugged "They got the heads up beforehand."
"... Argh." Garfield groaned as he realised that he could have turned into a shark or something. "Well... live and learn. Next time though."
"Yeah." James nodded. As the submarine arrived at the gates of Atlantis, the specialised gates opened as they were allowed to enter. James began to fiddle with his Matrix as the others where gathering their aquatic equipment
"Selecting some aliens in case things go south?" Rose asked.
"No harm in being prepared. Between 'Black Manta', 'Ocean-Master' and maybe even Cthulhu lying in the depths..." James commented.
"Isn't Cthulhu fictional?" Argent asked as she finished putting on her wet-suit.
"... You are half alien, Toni." Was James simple response.
"... Touche." She responded.
"Pretty sure Aquaman can control that guy." Garfield remarked as he was stretching. "Nobody would fuck with Aquaman if they knew what he could actually do."
"Yeah." James nodded, pushing the Matrix down and transforming
In James' place was a fish-humanoid alien, glassy yellow eyes, an anglerfish's light protrusion webbed hands and feet, blackened-green scales on his shoulders, stomach and legs, his crotch area seemed to have a black-scaled tabard that protected his front, a long black tail protrusion from his waist, small yellow lines on his sides, see-through fins on his arms, legs and spine with a closed mouth with a bottom jaw full of teeth.
"Alright, this'll probably be okay."
"Are you certain?" Rose asked.
"Well, I've never used 'Baracuda' before, so..." James hummed, only to be interupted
"Wait. Back up. 'Baracuda'? As in the fish?" Victor asked.
"... I'm not good at coming up with alien names." James pouted "You guys know this!"
"But dude... Really? That's the best you got?" Victor repeated
"What would you guys come up with?" James asked, getting a little huffy.
"Razorscuda?" Garfield threw one out
"Carnascuda?" Rose suggested
"Torrentail!" Argent called
"Jawsome." Victor nodded
"... Shit, Torrentail sounds amazing." James admitted. "'Jawesome' sounds like a catchphrase."
"Well... Booyah." Vic shrugged
"No, I'm saying that 'Jawsome' is a badass catchphrase," James explained.
Knock
Knock
Aqualad was knocking on the window as to get them to come into Atlantis.
"Let's go." He nodded, seeing everyone's 'water outfits'
They all seemed to be the same style and function, wearing a silver swimsuit with black lines for gloves and flippers. They all had a plain black helmet with a large visor so they could see all around them. It even had a specialised breathing apparatus that let them breath without heavy oxygen tanks on their backs. That was for the girls, of course. Victor had a special faceplate that covered his fleshy parts with red glass over his eyes. And Garfield was just gonna go animal.
"Well, this is something." Aqualad spoke perfectly even underwater.
"Glad you're okay with it." Rose commented.
"Well, guys. Welcome to Atlantis." Aqualad opened up as the group exited the submarine.
"Whoa...!" The group looked on in awe as they saw this. It was amazing, all the ancient Greco-Roman aesthetics made of coral and stone, special metals that weren't known yet.
"This is cool." Argent blinked
"Never thought I'd see a formerly mythical sunken city." James commented.
"Guess it's a time for firsts." Aqualad answered "Now come on, let's go!"
"Lead the way, Garth." Rose spoke as she swam a little ways away from the group.
"Easy, Rose. We've got you." Argent spoke.
"Are you going to be okay? What if you time out?" Victor asked James.
"I'll be fine." James answered "Besides I don't time out while I'm conscious. So as long as I don't her KO'd I'm good."
Garfield was swimming freely, seeing the sights and wishing he had his camera. The kids would've loved this. He was a little fish, then a dolphin and then other animals. The people of Atlantis were amazed that there was a shape-changing animal within their waters. Well, considering that there were such a variety of animals, it wasn't a huge crowd. But it was mostly kids.
"Hey." James waved
"Whoa~!" The kids gasped as they saw James as Torrentail and swam up to him to get a closer look.
"Hehe." He laughed, swimming around them.
"Seems someone's having fun." Argent commented.
"Definitely. Garth, how far is the arena?" Rose asked.
"Not far, down these streets and the next two rights." He answered. "It's near the palace."
"Is it that big building with the coral and shiny Atlantean gold sparking on it?" Argent pointed.
"Yes, how did you guess?" Garth asked
"Just a hint." She responded.
"Okay, guys. We've gotta go." James spoke as he waved goodbye to the kids.
*time skip*
the group were still together, Garfield being the... possibly the quietest he's ever been since he couldn't talk while as an animal. They soon arrived at a large golden underwater colosseum where they saw the King and Queen of Atlantis flouting there.
"Titans, welcome." The King spoke respectfully to the group.
"Your highness. It's an honour to be here." James respectfully responded.
'Wow, being raised by multiple royalties definitely helps.' Garfield thought as he swam around
"It is great to see you again, King Arthur of Atlantis." James added
"It is. I hope that the Tempest Trials will be entertaining for you, as well as proof for you, Garth." Aquaman commented as he saw his ward.
"I hope to do you proud, my King." He nodded calmly
"Well, you better prepare." Mera smiled
"Of course, My Queen." He bowed respectfully and hoped that she didn't notice his blushing face. He quickly swam down into a small building, and if the group had payed close enough attention they would have spotted the Aqualad removing his shirt.
*Time Skip*
"Atlantis is beautiful." Rose commented as the Titans sat in the royal box, Arthur and Mera wearing much different and more regal looking outfits.
Mera wore a green bikini like outfit, alongside a long semi-see-through green skirt that reached her ankles. However it had an open, almost V, shaped opening from her hips to the end of the skirt. Over the almost bikini like top, was a semi-see-through green long sleeve shirt that ended at her wrists and just below her ribs. Around her wrists where large gold rings, while around the bottom of her top was more golden decoartions. Her feet where bare, large golden hoop earings in place and finally a large and fancy looking golden tiara was sat atop her head.
"Why, thank you, Ms Rose. It was difficult restoring it when Black Manta attacked the other month." Mera answered.
"Black Manta attacked? Did you call for help?" James asked the King
"We didn't want to cause trouble. Not many heroes can breathe underwater." Arthur answered as he stood there in some magnificent armour. He was wearing golden plated armour, it looked cumbersome, but it was actually form-fitting and aerodynamic. Clearly meant for just show and decoration.
"Ah, yeah. That's true. And salt water doesn't agree with most metals or electronics." Victor agreed, pointing to himself.
"Also true." Aquaman agreed.
"Lucky for advanced and alien tech." James joked
"Exactly." Arthur laughed and patted James' shoulder. "I should get ready." The others nodded, taking their seat, as Aquaman flouted up high
'I hope they don't kill each other.' Garfield thought as he was now a fish as the progression ebgan.
A large, loud, dramatic tune filled the air.
Conch trumpets resounded as the crowd cheered for the processions.
A few dozen Atlantians emergedf from a small stone hole. They where all males around the same age as Garth, around 18, wearing just some white cloth around their waist with some black symbols painted acroos their arms and chest
"Are those the other candidates?" Argent asked.
"Looks like it." Victor answered.
"They look like male strippers." Rose commented
"Snrt!" Mera and James stiffled laughter as they heard that.
"Blub-blub-blub-blub!" Garfield laughed.
"Hey, the speech is starting kids." Victor rolled his eyes with a smile
"Our fellow Atlanteans!" The speaker called out through a magical shell-shaped megaphone. "It is time! Time for the contest to find the champion of the sea's storms! To find the Tempest of the Seas!"
The crowd cheered in rapturous applause as they were getting riled up, this was going to be a huge match.
"Now here is our King, Arthur Currey of Atlantis, to greet our proud warriors!" Swimming through the waters, Arthur appeared and stood tall, trident in hand as he saw the candidates who would become the next 'Tempest'. "Welcome brave warriors." He proclaimed them.
"For those of you too young to know the stories, there has not been a warrior given the title of the sea's Tempest in hundreds of years! They are a divine warrior, chosen by the gods with the magic of the sea! To protect it and Atlantis! They can only be inherited every 100 years! But for the past four hundred years no warrior has had the strength of heart, the power of body, or the purity of soul to be worthy of the title and magic of this position! You shall all compete in several tournaments to decide who shall attempt to earn this power, who shall test themselves and see if they are worthy! I wish you all luck! You have all been nominated by several noble members of the Atlantian military and those of importance amongst the community! I wish you luck, and may Posidon watch over you all in this combat!"
The candidates all placed their right hands over their hearts and bowed respectfully towards their king. To which the crowd cheered for them, each of them rooting for a candidate of their own.
"Now for the first contest!" the announcer called
Garth gulped as he was standing with the other candidates, this was the first trial of many to come. He had won in the future... so he could win this time... right? Did he have a chance? The first challenge was one of hydrokenisis, lifting increasingly large items with just their water manipulation powers. If they fail to lift something, they would be out of the contest. And the round would keep going until only twelve contestants remained.
Garth was twelfth, so he had time to prepare and plan something out. He was going to need all his strength.
"The first contender!" Arthur proclaimed, pointing to the first candidate who was getting ready.
Time tiked by as all the contestors. The first contest had been going by several rounds now. They had already lost abiut sdeven of the contestents and where now lifting large sections of rocks the size of skyscrapers.
"Alright, it's your turn, Garth. Can you lift the next sections?" The judge asked.
Garth took a deep breath as he took his spot, shaking his arms out lightly
"You've got this, Garth!" The Titans called out.
'I've got this.' He thought, collecting his nerves and began to lift up rocks, first a small amount from the motions of the lift... then bigger. And bigger. And bigger! His eyes began to glow blue, as blue lights began to grow up his arms like they where cracking through his skin. His power swirled and grew, rising higher and higher.
Finally he gave a mighty roar, and finally moved the large ammount of rock... more than he needed to.
The candidates gasped in shock, the audience's eyes widened and jaws dropped, the Titans all had smiles on their faces. Garth had blown this round out of the water. There where still more rounds to go, they needed to remove another five contestents. But everyone was sure the Aqualad would be making it to the next contest.
*time skip*
It was about half an hour later and the first contest was finally done. Sure enough, Garth did make it through.
"Haaaa..." Garth groaned as he was exhausted, his arms feeling numb for a moment. His arms had small cuts in them from where he pushed his powers, still tired from that last contest. But he was doing well
"I am so proud of him!" Mera smiled from the stands
"Yeah, he's been doing amazing since the contest started." Argent commented.
"Back from the bathroom, dude?" Victor spoke to Garfield.
The green dolphin nodded, chirping lightly
"He says yes." James laughed
"You seem real close to Garth." Rose said to the queen
"Well, I've been keeping an eye on him for a while." Mera answered with a small naughty grin
'Oh god, she's got it bad.' Both Argent and Rose thought as Mera commented and smiled. They'd seen each other and the other girls be like with this James.
"Everything okay here?" James asked as he came back with some snacks.
"Think so." Victor nodded "Second contest is about to start."
"Oh good. I didn't miss it." James answered.
"What's the next contest?" Rose asked.
"I hope everyone is recharged, for the next contest is about to begin!" The announced called
"I think we are gonna find out." James smiled
"Our remaining candidates have proven themselves, but now for the next trial!" The announcer proclaimed as the gates of a cage opened.
"Wait, is that-?" Argent asked as they saw razor-tipped tentacles emerge from the gate and seemed to grow and rise into the arena.
"They've gotta fight that?" James gasped.
"Survive." Arthur commented "They can call for an escape at any time if they would like to surrender. If they defeat it then more people will go through."
"Oh, gods!" Some of the contestants gasped as they saw it and soon separated in order to get around, along with Garth; each of them swimming around in hopes that they could escape. Or at the very least dodge.
It was a monster that wanted to rip them to shreds!
"Move, move!" The candidates called out, instinctively trying to get a chance to strike at the tentacles... maybe even cut some off.
Garth swam around like a torpedo, using the sides of the area as a platform to gain momentum. 'There's a pattern. There has to be.' He thought to himself, creating a 'dense water' blade around his hands and slashed at an oncoming tentacle claw. He flinched in slight pain, feeling his body being pushed further and further
"GAH!" A contender screamed as he was whiplashed away, caught by the whipping of the tentacles. "Help! Save me!"
Garth saw this and the other candidates were too busy with their own tentacles. He may have been fighting against them, but he was a Titan. And he was going to help him. He rushed forwards like a bullet through the water.
SHINK!
Garth used his hardened water to repel the tentacle as he rolled into the water and saving the other candidate "Get out of here!" He ordered calmly
"O-Okay." The candidate nodded and swam away.
"A real hero." James said proudly
"He certainly is." Mera nodded as she saw him, even if he was pinned down by the tentacles. 'Please be careful.' she thought
Garth was panting heavily as he was trying to fight back... but that first contest made his muscles burn. And this one wasn't helping. He was pushing himself further and further. His arms where screaming at him to stop.
STAB!
STAB!
Screeee!
The other candidates managed to subdue the tentacles as they began to retreat into the hole once again. The attack being lead by one candidate in particular. It was a seaweed green-haired young man wearing a black bodysuit with red markings.
"Who's that guy?" Argent asked
"One of the candidates. Simon." Mera answered. "He's been a rising star since Garth left for the surface."
"Looks like Garth might have some competition." Rose stated
"Exactly." Mera nodded.
"Looks like Garth has to up his game and soon." James commented.
Suddenly Arthur slammed his trident against the coral ground and made it quake, the beast halting its attacks and returning to its cage
"And that is the second contest completed!" The announced called as the crowds cheers turned deafening
*time skip*
The remaining candidates were resting up, Garth was taking some much needed respite. His muscles were thankful for it. "A-ah..." He sighed as he felt cold compresses made from Atlantean medicines.
"You did well, Master Garth." A healer spoke.
"I'm just glad I haven't pulled a muscle or anything." Garth answered with a small laugh, seeing the stars healing on his arms.
"You kicked ass out there, dude." James spoke as he swam towards him.
"Thanks." He smiled
"I'm sorry, but visitors aren't allowed." The medics spoke.
"He's alright. That's my guest, James Tennyson." Garth responded.
"Visitors are not allowed." the medic repeated
"Okay, sorry. I didn't mean any offence." James apologised. "Good luck, Garth." Gave a thumbs up and swam back to the stands.
Garth looked up as his friend and leader left, sighing once he was out of sight. Was... Was he able to keep up?
"Our apologies, Master Garth. But rules are rules." The medics spoke up.
"No, I get it." He answered. as he thought. What if...
What if he lost? On purpose? Throw the match... give up on the contest. Let that Simon guy win. He had strength and skill. He could be the new Tempest and not him. That would surely protect the King and Queen, right? The consequences would never happened.
'If that happens... It'll be alright. Right?' He thought, trying to justify it to himself. But... wouldn't that be insulting his King and Queen, and all they did to train him?
"What am I going to do?" He asked himself, having been lost in his own mind. The stress has been getting to him for a few days!
"Master Garth?" One of the attendants asked as they heard him.
"Huh? Oh, yes?" he blinked "Can I help you?"
"You asked 'what you were going to do'. Is there something wrong?" The attendant asked professionally.
"Oh, I'm. I'm just thinking to myself." He apologised.
"I see. This contest has a way to get into the minds of the contestants." The medic commented.
"Other candidates were known to doubt themselves too." The second one added.
Garth didn't answer, just looking at his hands. 'Do I have the right to be Tempest? Simon is a good choice too.' He thought.
*Elsewhere*
We see the remaining candidates in their respective rooms and the favourite candidate to win.
Simon.
He was currently resting and focussing hard on the task at hand. He had pushed himself. He felt like he deserved this prize. To become 'The Tempest'!
"Congratulations on getting to the next round, Simon." A medic spoke
"Thank you!" he smiled cockily
"You have a good chance of winning this." The medic continued, remaining unbiased but excited.
"Yeah, I know." He grinned "And if you play your cards right, you might be lucky babe!"
"Lucky?"
"Of course. I've got the victory in the bag." Simon answered. "And if you play your cards right. Well... being on the arms of 'The Tempest' would be good for anyone, right?" he smirked
"Is that an offer, Simon?" The medic responded, feeling slightly flustered.
"If you play your cards right." He repeated
The medics gulped a little as she heard that and mulled it over. "I-I will see." She responded, feeling a little flustered. "Please excuse me."
"Heh." He smirked as he saw her leave and get flustered. He looked at his hands and clenched them victoriously.
*time skip*
It was time for the next round of the contest, Garth was nervous about the next round.
What could this possibly be?
"Welcome back, contenders! The third and final round is about to begin! We have seen our contenders display their skills in hydrokinesis, their power of strength. And their determination in insurmountable odds!" The referee called out "And now it is time for their final contest to determine the one who shall attempt to earn the title Tempest of the Seas!"
The contestants looked at each other quickly and then back to the crowd, standing tall as well as they could. There where only eight members left, the contest was approaching the end
"But now, they will have to face the Trial of Character!" The referee proclaimed as they swam around, working the crowd up.
"A trial of character?" They thought
"Our contestants will show why they are worthy of being the Tempest!"
The crowd roared in excitement as they heard this, it was all coming to ahead. A large tunnel in the rocks began to open, revealing an endless blackness
"This is a maze! Inside is treasure!" The announced called "You must find it and escape!"
The candidates looked at each other and took their positions, they were heading in one at a time so there was no cheating and would ensure separation of the group. There was a moment of silence... and Aquaman slammed his trident into the ground. The candidates soon went in one at a time, the crowd were waiting in anticipation as the final trial began.
Soon they had all entered the tunnels, leading to silence to fall over the arena
The Titans who were there looked on at the maze, worried for Garth as this was his last chance.
...
"Wait... are we just... just gonna... sit here?" Victor asked "Looking at... nothing?"
"This has got to be the most boring part of the whole event." Argent groaned.
"Blub, blue, blub." Garfield commented as a fish.
"Yeah, what you said, Gar." James responded.
"Do not worry, we have entertainent prepared." Mera assured
"... You can understand Garfield?" Rose asked.
"I guess." James shrugged.
"Fish speak, cool." Toni nodded
"So, what's the entertainment?" Victor asked as a bunch of female Atlantian's flouted into the middle of the arena
"Whoa~!" The group gasped as they saw this.
"Ladies, gentlemen and honoured guests. Please enjoy the festivities and entertainment of the Sirens of the Seven Seas!" A referee proclaimed.
"They're not going to hypnotise us with their songs; are they?" Argent asked.
"Maybe it's a name?" Victor responded.
The Atlantean women began to perform, starting to sing and dance using the water, using some level of hydro-kinesis to create swirls and animal forms around them. Garfield cheirped and swam in circles at the performance, laughing in clear enjoyment
"Someone's happy." Victor chuckled as they saw this.
Soon, each of the 'Sirens' continued to do choreographed dancing, entertainment for everyone.
A rather sensual and dynamic dance
James looked on in awe, this sort of dancing... he wondered if he could teach Kori or Kom this. It might be fun.
*with Garth*
Garth was swimming as fast and carefully as possible, trying to use the tried and true land-dweller method of 'holding onto the right' to find the exit.
What could be this treasure?
"Hmm... No. Not this way." He frowned, keeping to the right and circled back a bit to continue forwards.
Help!
"Huh? Is someone there?" He called out as he heard a voice through the waters
Help! Please!
The voice responded, repeated, as it echoed out through the dark waters
Garth was looking around, panick in his eyes.
Someone was in trouble?!
"Where are you?" Garth called out swimming around to try and find the source of the voice. "How can I help?
*with Simon*
WHOOSH!
WHOOSH!
WHOOSH!
Simon continued to swim through the maze, seemingly following a trial that was laid out for him "Here we go!" He laughed "This is in the bag!"
Help! Please, Help!
Voices continued to be ignored on his ears.
"Tch. Idiots. I need to find that treasure." He scoffed
WHOOSH!
He looked at his wrist, tapping something there with his other hand and began to see much clearly. A small light filled the tunnel, from his wrists.
"Alright, now it's fair." He smirked as he looked at the walls and floor, seeing the maze before him.
"Because I'll win." He added, soon finding a large treasure chest "Yes! I found it!" He grinned "Victory is mine!"
*With Garth*
"This way!" The young man urged, leading a group of roughly ten Atlantian's through the darkness. Ten seperate people, in different caverns in the tunnel. He had found them and now he had to protect them!
"Thank you. Thank you!" Each of them responded, following his directions.
Garth nodded, trying to follow the path back to the entrance. "Everyone, stay together." Garth spoke up.
The Atlantean people all grabbed each other's hands, keeping in time with Garth who led them. This was such a great feeling of hope.
*back in the arena*
The crowd was looking at the candidates who had given up, the contest had been too hard for them. And they soon saw the arrival of Simon carrying a chest with him.
"Looks like it's over." Rose commented as they saw this.
"Garth hasn't come back yet." James answered.
"I hope he is okay." Toni admitted for her team mate
"He's probably fine. He's a tough guy." Victor answered.
"HAHAHA! I WIN!" Simon called into the stadium as everyone cheered
The Titans sighed but clapped, being fair spectators... but still, it stung to see Garth lose this.
"I am sorry Simon, but you are wrong." Aquaman said, his voice choing over the cheers
"I-I collected the chest." Simon responded, looking in confusion at Aquaman. "How did I lose?"
"The test was to retrieve the treasure within the maze." The king stated
"And! I got! The chest!" Simon snapped
"You may have the chest. But you did not obtain any treasure." Aquaman answered, before pointing to Garth who swam out with the Atlantean people.
"What are you talking about?" Simon blinked
"You went for monetary gain rather than saving people. You were overconfident and ignored people who needed help." Aquaman explained. "The PEOPLE of this kingdom and the world are a, no THE, biggest treasure you could save!"
Simon's eyes sunk into his head as he was told that... he couldn't believe that the people were the treasure.
"No... No! "THIS IS SO BULLSHIT!"
Aquaman looked down at Simon, seeing him lose his temper as water rushed around him "You were a promising candidate, but your true colours have been shown." Aquaman frowned as his trident sparked with power "The winner of the contest is Garth!" Aquaman proclaimed making the entire kingdom cheer loudly and proudly.
Garth looked on at the crowd, hearing the cheers for him. His heart felt light and heavy. He was the Tempest!
He had won...
"NO!" Simon yelled, attacking Garth
Garth's eyes widened as he was tackled to the ground, sand and dense water surrounding them. He grunted, feeling his head being slammed against the stone wall. "GAH!"
"Garth!" The Titans called out, seeing the fight and were about to swim after Simon.
"No!" Aquaman ordered
Aquaman's voice reverberated throughout the arena, causing the fight to stop between Simon and Garth.
"This is their right." He said to the guards and Titan's
"You bastard!" Simon yelled, slamming his fists into garth's head. "You pathetic! Useless! Bastard! I'm the Tempest! Me!"
Garth grunted and rose his arms to guard himself, almost coughing up blood as he defended against these strong punches from Simon. He grabbed Simon's wrist, holding it firmly
"Huh?!" Simon grunted, feeling his wrist getting squeezed and pushed back. Even feeling his small gadgets being crushed. "GAH!"
"You. Dishonour. Atlantis. You. Dishonour yourself!" Garth grunted, pushing upwards, his eyes glowing a bright brilliant blue... which turned a magical violet colour
FWOOSH!
The crowd gasped as they beheld this, they saw the transformation of The Tempest!
The water was rushing at Simon like a rapid tornado, making him grunt and yell as the water cut into his flesh
"I won't... let you hurt anyone!" Garth glared "I won't let you insult the King or the Kingdom of Atlantis!"
Simon yelled out in pain, circling around in a whirlpool of sharp water that cut deep into his body.
Garth whispered under his breath, seemingly chanting a spell, before unleashing a large blast of magical energy from his eyes
Simon could just barely see the blast as it came straight at him, destroying his armour and left his weakened and defeated on the sand.
Mera was watching above as she saw Garth best Simon. It was amazing...and she also had a promise to keep.
The crowd was in awe... Before they unleashed cheers.
Garth panted as he looked around and beheld the crowd. He had won. He had become 'Tempest'. The gift and title were earned by him.
'I-I can't believe it.' As he looked up to the stands and saw his friends who had come...and Queen Mera who was waving to him.
*time skip*
A celebration was going through Atlantis for the new Tempest. Meanwhile in the palace, a feast was set up
"Cheers! To the new Tempest!" An Atlantean cheered, raising a glass for him.
"To Tempest!" The Titan's and royals cheered
Garth was sitting in a seat, his arms bandaged and healed from the contest. He had a smile on his face as he had proven himself... and was just enjoying the win. Everything made him feel light-headed, the rush of being stronger and a better hero. It was all going to be better this time.
"Congradulations Garth. I knew you could do it." Toni said to her team mate
"Thank you Argent." he nodded "It's thanks to your leadership I've grown."
"Blub, glub, blup, blub!" Garfield spoke to James.
"Yep, he's come a long way since joining." James nodded. "Good thing you've been keeping with us, you were almost dinner." He joked.
Slap!
"Rude." Rose said to her boyfriend
"Okay, I deserved that." James nodded. "Sorry."
...
"I am sorry my friends." Garth sighed "But there is something I must do."
"Something only you can do?" Toni asked, which he nodded.
"I'll return later." Garth answered, swimming away. He swam down the halls... towards a room where Queen Mera was waiting.
"Welcome, Garth. Or should I call you 'Tempest'?" She smiled.
"My Queen." He respectfully bowed to her.
She was lying on a bed, a rather sensual pose as well.
Garth gulped as he saw this; he knew the promise she offered... but he couldn't waver. He had to go with his plan.
...
"I am sorry, My Queen." he stated, approaching her
"'You're sorry'? What for?" She asked as she saw him. She flouted up, reaching out for him.
"I cannot be your consort." He answered as planely and simply as he could, the statement freezing them both
"Wh-why?" She whispered in shock as she heard that as she took a step back "I... I'm not offended. You know you're family to me. I love you. And I've known your desires for me for years. It's why I agreed to let you be my consort, when you reach this achievement I knew you would be able to reach. What's changed?"
Garth took a deep breath and confessed. He told her about the future that he had visited. How he had become isolated from the land and the Titans. And how he murdered Arthur for the position of consort. He couldn't lie to Mera. Never to her.
*time skip*
"And... Sure with this future knowledge I could accept your offer. Live with heaven, doing my best to stop the death of your son... But I just couldn't bring myself to do so. I have to decline your offer, My Queen." Garth explained "Because that way... Even if I can not stop those events... The King will not be driven to hear insanity from the jealousy his grief filled him with. He will have you, the two of you can heal together. This way, even if I fail... You will both be alive. And we can all recover. I am sorry."
Mera looked on at Garth; the tale that he had told drove a dagger through her heart. Not because of anger or spite... but because of sadness. Garth was honest and the insanity of this world gave the air of truth about it. She reached up and hugged Garth, tears in her eyes as she held him. "Thank you, Garth. For being honest with me."
"Thank you My Queen. For understanding." He whispered, hugging her back
...
"However. I have one request." She stated "I want one night."
"Y-You do?" Garth blinked in shock. "Even after everything that I've told you."
"Yes." She nodded. "Just one night. To settle this between us."
Garth gulped and nodded, looking at Mera. "Very well. My Queen."
She nodded, removing his cloths for him.
Garth lifted his arms as he showed off his scarred and toned body. How me had grown was chiselled into his frame.
"Did the power of Tempest make you more defined?" She asked
"I think so." Garth answered, reaching down and pulled up her own clothing to expose her queenly bosom. Sure it was basically just a bra, which easily came away. "Oh, gods." Garth whispered in awe as he saw them.
"Thank you." She smiled, proud of her body and groped his manhood with her hand.
"Hmm... I wish I could have you. You and the king are rather close, and having both at once would have been magical." She admitted, leading his member towards her hole.
"I..." Garth whispered as he looked into her eyes. "I think it would've been an experience, my queen...Mera." He kissed her tenderly as he pushed forward into her royal pussy.
She moaned into his mouth, easily taking him inside her. She easily bounced against him, the fact they where underwater making it easy. The two locked hands together, Garth thrusting his youthful member deep into Mera's slit, feeling her warm wet hole embrace him. Her red hair almost looked like a sun as it flowed around her, the two grunting and moaning as they moved together
Mera gasped as their tongues danced in each other's mouths as they made love. She held onto his jaw, moaning and humming as she moved her hips in smooth and simple roles of her hips
'She is... So amazing.' Garth thought as he embraced her, feeling her chest press against his own, her nipples rubbing against his pecs. "Where... should I cum?" he asked, giving a few sudden and harsh jabs deep within her
"Inside. Fill me. With a pleasant memory." Mera answered, locking her legs around his waist.
"Okay." he nodded and grabbed her backside. At the same time, his eyes glowed purple as his muscles increased his thrusting strength
Mera gasped as she felt his mighty rod penetrate deep into her, feeling the Tempest surge within her. The powerful, unmatched magical power of the Tempest filling her with an uncontrolable river. Sparkles came into her eyes as she came from being filled by Garth's youthful seed, feeling her body ache with joy. Her tongue was actually hanging out of her mouth as she gasped and shuddered mindlessly
"Mera~!" Garth moaned as he finished inside of the Atlantean Queen.
"Garth~ My Garth~!" she mumbled, her eyes flickering closed
"Yes, my queen. Your Garth. I will protect you, though I cannot be with you." He reassured her. He set her down on the bed, carefully removing himself from her vagina
"I want to taste it... just once." she begged
"You want my seed?" Garth asked as he looked into her eyes.
She simply nodded, looking into his eyes and opened her mouth slowly.
"Very well. For your my Queen." He answered. He flouted around her, holding his member against her lips
Mera opened her mouth, tasting the saltiness and warmth of his seed as she began to lick and suck it. She began to lick along his member, humming joyfully and moaning as she soon began to suck it.
"Ah~, Mera!" Garth gasped, feeling her motions. He would treasure this moment forever.
*time skip, Titans Tower, the next day*
"Thank goodness, solid land." Garfield sighed in relief, lying on the floor.
"You said that yesterday, dude." Victor chuckled.
"Well being a fish is kinda boring after a bit." The changing commented
"Makes sense." James nodded, looking at his legs. "I missed these."
"And I miss this!" Toni giggled and slapped his ass
"Deserved that too." James quipped before he returned fire
Slap!
Slap!
A double slap on both Rose and Ton's firm posteriors.
"Hey! I was innocent!" Rose complained, her skin going red for a moment
"Don't worry. I'll kiss it better later." James joked
"Bleh, would you guys get a room?" Garfield asked.
"How're you doing, Garth? Or should we say 'Tempest'?" Victor asked.
"I feel... Free." He smiled, wearing a new slightly armoured costume
"Good to know man. And you look great in that." Victor patted his back.
It was a mostly black padded bodysuit that covered his neck down, a large red wave-like stripe doing up his right leg, curling around his hip and going towards his left shoulder
"Thanks. It'll take me a couple of days to get used to it." Garth chuckled.
"Does look badass though." Rose commented "So... how have your powers changed? What exactly -is- this whole 'deal' of being the Tempest."
"I have magic, for one." Tempest answered. "My powers have enhanced and I can stay on land for longer."
"Oh, so you can learn from Jinx and Raven now?" Animal man asked
"Yeah Garfield." he nodded "I also can fly now."
...
"What?" everyone asked
"Yes, I can fly." he nodded "Plus energy beams from my eyes. And a few other things."
...
"D-Did you turn into an aquatic Superman with magic now?" James asked.
"I wouldn't go that far." Garth answered.
"We have water magic Superman!" James called
"Guys..." Garth mumbled
"Yeah! Aqua mage Superman!" Victor laughed, patting Garth's shoulder
The Titans continued to joke and tease and laugh, glad the day had gone well...