All was quiet at the Xiaolin Temple. The monks were still recovering from the incident involving the Apple of Discord two days ago. A lot of hurtful things had been said and even though they had been under an evil spell at the time they still needed counseling. The tension between the monks was so thick you could cut through it with a hot knife going through butter.
"Geesh, you kids still are angry at one another? You have to learn to let go of those painful words. If you continue to hold a grudge against one another you guys will never succeed in your mission," Dojo commented as he slithered into the bedroom area. The monks were each in their own room stewing.
"Dojo speaks the truth. As Wudai Warriors you must learn to forgive others for the pain they've caused you. The longer you hold in your feelings the more likely they are to erupt into problems," Master Fung explained.
"Well sorry Fung, but its hard for some of us to let go of our anger. Each of us was severely hurt by what occurred. It doesn't matter at all that we were under a spell. That rotton apple made us speaks the truth about our feelings! How do you expect us to trust one another ever again?" Lu demanded.
"You know back home in the city, folks had a cure for solving tension among a group. Either they got all the gangbangers involved in some community project or they sent them away on to a camp of some sorts to learn to better themselves. What we all need is some serious downtime, a chance to get away from all the problems of the world," Jermaine voiced.
"Are you saying we should go on vacation?" Dagwood asked unsure of what he was saying.
"Sweet! A vacation is just what the doctor prescribed. We've been so busy saving the world as good little heroes' do we forgot to be civilians. Even mighty warriors need to take some time off to recharge. How about Master Fung, can we please go on vacation?" Crystal pleaded. The others soon joined in. They really wanted a break, everyone that is except Omi.
"How can we even think of going on vacation? As Xiaolin Dragons we must be ready to act 7/24. Evil doesn't take a break and neither shall we."
"Actually Omi, I think a small vacation would boost moral, even some of the difficulties we seem to be having among the group. In fact I think Callie might have the perfect idea of where to go for our vacation," Master Fung said turning to the Dragon of Darkness.
"I just got a letter from my parents. My mom is taking time off from working on her latest architectural project and my dad is handing his head chef duties over to his best friend for two whole weeks! They're going to go visit my grandfather Tjala and my Aboriginal community in Piti Springs. That's in the Northern Territory smack dab in the middle of the Outback. Just picture it guys. Two wonderful weeks exploring the Outback, seeing all sorts of animals, meeting my people. I could use the time to finish my shawoman training. What do you say you interested?" Callie asked bringing out some photos to show them. It did look pretty interesting.
"It would give us a chance to rediscover our bond as friends. Who knows we might even learn something new. I say we go for it!" Kimiko exclaimed.
"Back your bags mates were off to the Land Down Under!" Rai said with a hoot. The other's joined in and soon their bags were packed, the crystals charged, and they were flying off on the first ever Xiaolin Vacation.
A few hours later they had arrived in the Northern Territory of Australia. Dagwood was snapping photos left and right as they flew over the vast landscape. The entire landscape was so different then anything they had ever seen before. There were rocks, trees; it was sort of like a red version of the Great Plains "Isn't magnificent? I would spend every vacation out here. I love this place almost as much as I love Sydney," Callie said laughing and breathing in the fresh air.
"The temperature here is unbelievable. It's hotter then a noontime cookout in Texas. How did you manage to survive the heat?" Clay asked wiping his brow. The others nodded in agreement. It was hot!
"It's in my blood. You guys would be surprised what my ancestors have done in order to survive in this kind of environment. My community is known as the Arrente, we evolved from nomadic hunter and gatherers before settling in the Northern Territory. I can't wait for you to meet everyone. Look there they are!" Callie shouted jumping up and pointing. Everyone looked to what she was pointing at.
It was a medium sized town made up off small houses with water tanks, a couple of cars, and a lot of other things. Running all over the place where people wearing loose fitting clothes, some with native jewelry and headbands. A lot of the man wore some kind of face paint. Near the edge of town was Tjala, wearing khaki pants, a purple vest, gold necklace and red headband. He was leaning against a walking stick with his son Yami, who was wearing white pants and t-shirt. His wife, Bindi, was dressed in yellow shirt and shorts. They waved the group down as they came if for a landing. "Mom! Dad! Grandfather! It's so good to see you! You wouldn't believe what I've been through lately. Saving the world, learning to control my element, falling in love!" Callie spoke rapidly in Pama-Nyungan, her tribal tongue.
"Anthony Fung it's been quite awhile. I'm pleased that you've been taking care of my granddaughter so well. Her letters about her time at the Xiaolin Temple have been nothing short of pure happiness. These must be the rest of your students. Callie has told me so much about them. What brings you here?"
"It's good to see you to Tjala. There was an incident a few days ago that caused a lot of tension in the group. I'm hoping that some rest and relaxation will help bring the group back together. Your community is so diverse that there must be something of interest to each of my students."
"Come, I will show you around. As you can see the community survives mainly on the support of tourism. We're a strong little town with about 1500 individuals. We've worked hard over the years to get the educational and legal rights for our community. It's been hard, but well worth it to preserve our ancient ways," Tjala said walking the group through the town.
He pointed to a small inn where they would be staying. They stashed their stuff and quickly rejoined Tjala for the rest of the tour. Everyone's eyes were wide open as they watched the hustle and bustle of the busy community. "As you can see we stick as closely as possible to the ancient ways while still allowing for modern improvements. Our warriors are about to leave on a traditional hunt to retrieve the meat for tonight's feast honoring the return of Callie and her folks. The men will use nothing more then woomera's and boomerangs to bring down a roo or even an emu," Tjala said pointing to a group of young men sharpening their weapons.
"Oh that's sound most interesting. I'm eager to show my warrior prowess among a group as impressive as them. May I go along with the hunt please Mr. Dreamwalker?" Omi begged hopping up and down.
"Go ahead Omi, and it's Tjala. Just don't get in the way during the hunt," he called after the little warrior who bounded off. "That kid certainly is a handful."
"You have no idea. When he was younger it was all we could do to keep him indoors when it rained," Dojo commented.
"Hmm if it's okay with you guys I want to go film some of the locals for my newest movie. 'The Culture of the Xiaolin Monks.' I've been working on it for awhile and I know I could get some great action if I explored the area," Jack said bringing out his video camera.
"Of course Jack, you'll find a lot of the younger people would be eager to show you around. I'm sure you'll get plenty of footage for your video," Callie told the young filmmaker. With a smile and a nod Jack and Kimiko scurried off to film some of the locals.
"Now am I going to get to finish this tour or are you all going to go run off like you've got dingo's chasing after you? There will be plenty of time for merriment later. I mean between the food, storytelling, and dancing and music your going to really get a kick out of it," Tjala started to tell them when the sounds of music and laughter filled the air. They turned to look at a group of men and women playing clapping sticks, listening to rock and roll while practicing their dance steps.
"Hmm, nice beat, but the rhythm sounds a bit flat to me. Still those instruments look like a lot of fun. Yo dawgs I'm going to check this out. Maybe I can be schooled in the ancient art of music making by the time this trip is over. See yah!" Jermaine said heading off towards the music. Auara wasn't far behind enthusiastic about learning a new dance step.
"Well I can't blame you kids for running off in all different directions. There is a lot of fun to be had. We've got some pretty good artist making traditional rock art if you're interested in that. I would also recommend joining a member of the community if you wanted to go cliff diving into the spring nearby. Young man, we have a decent photographer named Daniel who lives near the edge of town. He can help you with your photography. Young lady you seem to be interested in the rocks around here. Shelia Roots would be the girl to talk about that with. She's knows more then anyone about the landscape of this place and I bet she be willing to teach you Pama-Nyungan," Tjala instructed the others. They took his advice and headed off in the direction of their activity leaving Clay, Callie, Master Fung, and Dojo behind.
"Let them enjoy their individual activities for now. After tonight's ceremony will be having lots of fun together as a group. Come on Clay, you and Dojo can help my dad prepare the vegetarian part of the meal. Taro, nuts, and a huge helping of Wittchy Grubs!" Callie said smacking her lip in anticipation.
"Well, I was never one to turn down a meal. Come on Dojo let's see if preparing grub is just as good as eating it," Clay said pulling a reluctant Dojo towards the center of town where the preparations were being made.
"Go on ahead granddaughter. I'll need to talk with Anthony alone for a moment," Tjala instructed Callie who rushed off to prepare for the ceremony. "She's certainly a lot happier then when I last saw her. Tell me how has she progressed?"
"As the Dragon of Darkness no one can match her skill when it comes to fighting in the dark. She's completely mastered her Wudai Weapon and her Elemental Shen Gong Wu. She's a loyal friend and the perfect girlfriend for Clay. She has a lot of you in her old friend. Including her shawoman abilities, which I'm sure you wanted to know about. She has used them well in her fight against the Heylin side. Without them I fear that one of my students would be dead, another trapped forever by his own fear, even I owe my life to her abilities. Yet she hasn't completely mastered them, which is why I think you should attempt to complete her training before we leave," Master Fung told his old friend who nodded in agreement. He suspected as much and could only hope that Callie would become a full fledge shawoman soon.
Later that night there was a lot of talking among the group as they enjoyed the banquet of food before them. They were a little hesitant to eat the kangaroo meat, but compared to the Wittchy Grubs and other food and beverages it wasn't so bad. None of them could stop talking about all the interesting things that had happened to them.
"You should have seen me during the hunt. I was magnificent! If it weren't for me they never would have cornered the roo. Still I don't know about being the bait in order to catch the roo. It seems a waste of my talents," Omi interjected between bites.
"You guys wouldn't believe some of the stuff they use for art around here! I may have to take a leaf out of their book if I want to be able to do a similar rock painting!" Stacey exclaimed excitedly munching on her fifth bowl of nuts.
"Cliff diving is the ultimate rush! I must have jackknifed off that cliff a dozen times! You guys should try it the water is great!" Lu added. She was still wearing her bikini from that afternoon.
"Don't pig out to much you guys or you won't stay awake for the ceremony tonight. My grandfather and some of the elders our going to be telling the folk stories from my tribes history. Grandfather is one of the best, being the community shaman and all," Callie told them enthusiastically.
"You're a real shaman? Well I'll be hogtied and served as Christmas dinner. No wonder you want Callie to develop her abilities. She's going to replace you one day isn't she?" Clay asked.
"Perhaps, perhaps not. My vision quest wasn't quite clear on the song line or path my little Altjria is suppose to take. I've worked hard over the years to help Callie nurture her gift in the hopes she would use her abilities to help others."
"Pardon me if I'm touching on a sensitive subject, but I do have a question. What exactly is a shaman or shawoman? I mean what kind of powers and responsibilities do you have?" Auara inquired.
"A shaman, who also may be known as a medicine man, is a person who is sensitive to the life force of the world. We use this sensitivity to help our fellow community. Many shamans go on vision quests to speak to the spirits and we are sensitive to the nature and actions. We can also use our sensitivity to heal others. We are the conduits between the physical world and the sacred place. Without us making important decisions and advising elders on future actions many bad things would happen. We have many other duties such as escorting the dead or defending the tribe from spiritual threats. One of my prouder duties is being able to share our stories with others. Aborigine culture has survived centuries by the use of oral tradition. It would do me proud if you would add in the story telling tonight."
"I would be honored. Just let me get dressed up and we can begin!" Callie exclaimed. A half on hour later the group was seated near the fire watching as men and women alike played music and danced around singing in their native tongue. They gasped as Callie stepped into the light wearing a traditional ceremonial costume. Her face was painted up and her hair was loose falling down her backside. She seemed inhuman.
Uttering a sacred chant Callie through back her head and opened her mouth and spoke with such passion and feeling it was hard to ignore her. She told the tale of how the Rainbow Serpent created all life in the universe and how the Inapertua made her people. Soon they were lost in the tale of the Djanaguwul, three siblings, two girls and a boy who created the landscape and plants of Australia. Her voice sang as she spoke of their children the Wunalag and the climax was when she spoke of the Alturia or sky spirit. When she finished speaking everyone clapped and whistled loudly. She had done very well!
"That was magnificent! I was on the edge of my seat throughout the entire story! No wonder you love mythology so much, you are an expert when it comes to the subject!" Omi exclaimed.
"Yeah and the best part is I got it all on tape! This will make my movie a blockbuster!" Jack added.
"That was so wicked! For a moment I forgot where I was! So far this vacation rocks and we haven't even been here one day! I can't wait to see what the rest of the week brings," Kimiko added.
The next day Callie took the group out on a hike to see the local wildlife. Everyone was still running on adrenline when they encountered their first creature. A pack of dingoes were hunting a troop of red kangaroos. It looked like the pack was about to bring down their prey when the big male used his huge back legs to kick the lead dingo a hundred feet away!
"Wow, I can't believe I got to see that! It's too bad you don't have any koalas or platypus around here. That's more of your Sydney region correct?" Dagwood asked snapping photos. Suddenly he let out a gasps as he spotted a bilby running as fast as he could. "Wow, that's an endangered species!"
"Hey Dagwood if you want to photograph a monotremams take a look! It's a short noses echidna! Look a Kookaburra and there's a sand monitor and a water rat! I can't believe how many animals and plants we've seen!" Auara voiced stunned by the diversity she had seen.
"Not to mention this fantastic landscape! How many times will you see natural springs, tree groves, and huge cliffs! If we went farther south we be able to see Ayers Rock one of the most famous geographical landmarks in the world. This entire island owes its isolation for the evolution of so many marsupials," Stacey remarked.
"You know I was a little bummed when I heard we weren't going to be able to surf, but this makes up for it. I really hope our vacation doesn't get ruined by any Shen Gong Wu hunts, Heylin Witches, or Hannibal Bean," Raimundo said as he fixed his shades.
"I agree with you dawg. Maybe those punks have taken a leaf out of our book and went on vacation. I mean even evildoers have to recharge their energies right? Where in the world do you think evil Heylin Empress's going to recharge the spa?" Jermaine asked.
"Well if I had to venture a guess I say Valonia is more of tropical island girl. Chances are if she went on vacation her pick would either be Tahiti or Hawaii. But what are the chances that she with would indulge herself in self papering?" Crystal asked the group as they headed back to Piti Springs.
For the next several days the entire group had fun with the Arrente tribe. They got involved with several community activities and even showed off their own martial art skills and shared their interested with the group. Tjala was busy trying to help Callie with her shawoman abilities as well. Slowly, but surely the rift was mending as the group became one again.
It was two nights before the group would be heading back to the Temple to continue their training. Everyone, but Callie was sitting by the campfire roasting marshmallows and sharing stories about their childhood. Gazing up at the stars and listening to the nighttime sounds, it was like nothing could interfere with their vacation. "This trip has been so surreal. I've almost forgotten how mad I was at you guys for all those nasty things you said. Something about this place just makes you forget all your troubles," Lu commented off hand devouring her fifth marshmallow.
"You have a point girl. When we arrived here we were duking it out like there was no tomorrow. Now all I can think off is how best to help my homeboys and girls out. I wonder if any of those spirit creatures from Callie's stories are responsible for the change in our attitudes," Jermaine voiced.
"Speaking of Callie, where is that Dragon of Darkness run off to? I haven't seen hide or tail of her in the longest time. You think she'd be here enjoying our company. I hope nothing happened to her."
"Don't fret so much Clay, I'm sure she's with her family. It isn't often we get to see our love ones. As Xiaolin monks were asked to make a lot of sacrifices in order to do our job. The only thing I like about our order is they encourage romance so that the elemental powers can be passed down from Dragon to child in desperate times."
"Hi kids, nice to see that your all doing fine. Master Fung and I have been enjoying our vacation as well. It's the first one we've had in eighteen years. The last one we took was right before Omi came to the Temple and on that one went to see the Great Wall!" Dojo informed the group slithering up to them with Master Fung following.
"Good evening my Wudai Warriors. I'm pleased to see that you've been enjoying yourself. A warrior must be able to relax ones self so that they can spring into action at a moments notice."
"Well I could do without some action just a bit longer. The last time we had any time off we had to go hunt for the Lunar Locket and that stupid snowman came to life. I swear if a Shen Gong Wu does go active, I'm going to scream!" Jack informed the group.
"You might want to start screaming, oh ah eek! Either I'm being eaten alive or a new 9.7 Shen Gong Wu has revealed itself! Oh man this one is a biggie," Dojo said as he spazed about. He took out the Sacred Shen Gong Wu Scroll and opened it up. Everyone looked down at the animated picture to see what it was.
"It's the Spirit Tiara! According to the Scroll, whoever wears the tiara has the ability to summon and control creatures from myths, legends, or even supernatural ones. Finally we get back to our duties! So Dojo, where is this new Shen Gong Wu located?" Omi asked a bit to eagerly for everyone's taste.
"That's the strange thing, I hid the Tiara in a crevice on Ayers Rock. However, unless my Shen Gong Wu sense is broken, this Wu is on the move and heading straight for us!" Dojo shouted loudly. It was then that everyone took note that the sounds of the night had disappeared.
"Okay, major freaky. Why did the animals suddenly do a 180?" Crystal asked nervously as Callie and her family came running.
"You guys okay? Grandfather and I felt a disturbance amongst the spirits of the land. It was almost like a wave of evil had somehow gained control of the spirits and was on its way to attack us!" Callie told the group.
Suddenly the sounds of scream filled the air. The Arrente tribe was running through Piti Springs as if being chased by demons. In a few seconds the group saw that they were. Beings from all kinds of different tribes made their way through the town, which they preceded to destroy. The monks and friends were so stunned by what they saw.
"How can this be? That monstrosity over there resembles the Yawi Waho, an Australian vampire, but they aren't part of our tribes folk tales!" Yami said in astonishment as a huge vampire like being smashed apart the inn. A second creature, the Bunyip, which resembled a giant wombat, attacked the inn owners screeching for blood.
"Yami, look! Why are the peaceful spirits like Alturia and the Rainbow Serpent aiding creatures like the Nagoya in an attempt to destroy the children? It doesn't make sense why the spirits would turn against us! Yami, Tjala what is going on?" Bindi asked scared out of her wits.
"Calm yourself Bindi, the spirits are not acting on their own accord. The great evil I sensed early is using something magical to force them to destroy our town. We can't allow this to continue we must take action!" Tjala spat.
"Old friend, you and your son and daughter in law should try to get everyone to safety. Dojo will assist you in the evacuation. The monks and I will try to put an end to this rampage. Don't argue with me just do it!" Master Fung ordered unsheathing the Elemental Blade as the monks put on their Elemental Wu and drew their weapons.
"Be careful Anthony, your not as young as you use to be. Yami! Bindi! Come we must protect our community," Tjala ordered as Dojo flew the small towards the destruction.
"Spiritual creatures prepare for a lesson in humiliating defeat. You shall sell cowslip (pay dearly) for this intrusion. Kajim Charm, Shimo Staff Water!" Omi cried sending a wave of water at the group with the others not far behind.
"Cats Eye Draco, Arrow Sparrow Fire!"
"Longhorn Taurus, Big Bang Meterang, Earth!" The two combined weapons flew through the air with a massive fireball and earthquake following in the wake. Right before they hit the Rainbow Serpent let out a screech and gobbled up the attacks like it was food!
"What in tarnation? That thing just shoveled down my attack like it was pig slop!" Clay said in astonishment. He dove to the ground as the Alturia tried to claw him.
Raimundo, Jermaine, and Dagwood attempted to use their Wudai moves to force the creatures away from the buildings, but it was like trying to stop water from flowing upstream. The attacks did nothing to stop them from coming after them.
Lu fired the Eye of Dashi, while Crystal whistled up a storm with the Horn of the Blizzard, and Auara tried the Woozy Shooter in order to confuse them. The Shen Gong Wu went right through them.
Both Jack and Stacey did their best to protect Master Fung from the rampage of the Spirits, but they were tiring from the constant assaults. It seemed like the Spirits, but not the other way around could hurt them.
"Grr. Who is responsible for this? I order you to tell me this instant!" Callie commanded as she held off an attack with her Mystic Ward and Shiva Lance. An evil chuckle made her turn around glaring. "Hannibal Roy Bean! I should have guessed that you were behind this."
"It's a pleasure to see you to Dragon of Darkness. When I heard you had decided to go on vacation I felt it was my duty to spoil it. It was a real find to discover such a powerful Shen Gong Wu so near your ancestral home. I hope you don't mind being the second ones to enjoy the pleasure of my newest toy," Hannibal asked from his perch on Ying Ying. On top of his head was the Spirit Tiara. It light blue with symbols all over it and feather sticking out from the top point.
"I can't believe you would even stoop so low as to bend the will of Spirits to do your bidding! They belong free and untamed!" Callie snapped at him.
"Really, you're getting bent out of shape over nothing. Why don't I put you back in shape! Rainbow Serpent attack!" Hannibal commanded. The tiara flashed blue and the majestic creatures eyes flashed blue. Resisting as hard as it could the creature turn and dove after Callie who was to stun to move.
Callie covered her eyes and let out a native prayer hoping her shawoman abilities would protect her. Right before the Serpent bit her a flash of green energy struck it halting its attack. Confused, she and the entire group turned and got a big shock.
Standing at the edge of town surrounded by the Heylin Flame, were Valonia, her daughters, Chase Young, and the Heylin Dragons. The strange thing was they weren't in their normal attire. First off instead of their usual kimonos Valonia and her daughters were wearing red and green Hawaiian muumuus. (Lilo's dress from Disney's Lilo and Stitch). Chase Young was out of his armor and wearing a Hawaiian print shirt and shorts. The Heylin Dragons were in an assortment of summer clothes. All of them looked extremely peeved.
"Hannibal! You have just moved from my list as a threat to an annoying pest! Do you realize this was the first vacation I've had in 1500 years?! Do you have any idea how hard it is to book a proper coal massage and lava steam bath? You're going to pay dearly for attacking me in the middle of my vacation!"
"Hannibal, despite my attire I won't forgive you for ruining my time off! Do you have any idea how long I waited to see an actual hula dance? Your going down!" Chase growled angrily. The Heylin Dragons each voiced their own displeasure at having their vacation ruined. With renewed energy the groups joined forces and attacked.
The battle renewed itself with more veracity and intensity then before. Almost the entire town had been evacuated. Only the hunters and Tjala had stayed behind to assist. Heylin Omi had just phased one of the hunters through the ground to safety when they group decided to question their untimely arrival.
"So, ugh, what, Hiyah brings you guys here and dressed like that? You weren't honestly on vacation in Hawaii were you? Why don't you guys stay down?" Lu growled flipping over a moon spirit and kicking them in the head.
Her Heylin double waved her hands in attempt to warp the reality. When that failed she fired a Heylin Jupiter Lighting attack. "To be honest after that little incident with the Apple of Discord Valonia decided we deserved a well earned break. Grandmother invited Master Young along and he agreed. My mother created a special container to carry the Heylin Flame within it so we could enjoy our vacation. To bad the stupid thing is only temporary."
"Anyways, what my darling consort is trying to say is we were on the verge of the ultimate vacation when Hannibal decided to attack us with his new toy. Suffice to say being attack by creatures from Hawaiian legends was not the highlight of our vacation!" Heylin Rai snapped using his Shadow Blade in attempt to slice a spirit in half. It didn't do anything and made the creature pissed off. If Tjala hadn't interfered Heylin Rai would have been toast.
"So we decided to come take out our aggression on the little bean dude. Thanks to my premonition we knew just where to find him. Now if there's not anymore questions can we please mash that nasty vegetable?" Heylin Callie asked grabbing a fallen boomerang and hurling it into the crowd.
Omi found himself fighting side-by-side Chase. Both warriors used their weapons to defend themselves the best they could. They held back the creatures, but nothing they did seemed to affect them. "I'm still stunned you would go on vacation. It does not fit my image of you," Omi commented swinging his Shimo staff about.
"Ha, there is plenty you don't know about me little one. The Ancients did advice their people to rest once and while. Relaxing is something I don't get to do often, when I do get the chance I enjoy it as much as possible," Chase replied swinging his Draco Galvin.
Suddenly the Wunalag kicked the two warriors in the chest forcing them into a wall. They fell to the ground in pain. They could only watch helplessly as the two daughters moved in for the kill. That's when someone jumped off from the roof and landed in front of them. In a flash the person grabbed the two spirits by their arms and spun them around. When they moved to attack again the savior held out a blade. "I don't think you want to take your chances with the Star of Fate. It can kill an immortal such as you. Leave now!" Chakra ordered sending the two girls running. "I knew that twist spin that Lao Shi taught me would come in handy,"
"Chakra, what are you doing here and who is Lao Shi?" Omi asked picking himself up.
"Not to mention what's with the summer dress? Caribbean if I'm not mistaken," Chase said amused.
"To answer your question Omi Lao Shi was my mentor and dear friend in the Order of Concordia. To answer you Chase I was taking time off in my beach house in the Bahamas when the Order informed me that Hannibal was here causing trouble. So unless you want to be serving him for the rest of your life I'm in need of your assistance. I need to broadcast my thoughts to the little shawoman. I have an idea that might end this altercation once an for all."
Callie, her Heylin double and both Clays were defending her grandfather's home when she heard the telepathic message. Her eyes went wide when she heard what she had to do. "Listen up guys I need to go dreaming in order to get the Spirit Tiara back from Hannibal."
"Are you couple bails of hay short of a full load? You can't go to sleep right now!" Heylin Clay shouted as he held off an attack.
"Partner I think she means she needs to enter the Dreamtime. Think about it, if there's no concept of time in the place she might be able to retrieve the Tiara before Hannibal looted it. Go for it Callie will protect you," Clay assured her. The others nodded and formed a protective circle as Callie sat down and began chanting.
A few minutes later she felt herself leave her body. The world around her had changed to vibrant colors and mismatched shapes. Gazing around she wondered where to go. Hearing a faint voice calling her name she followed the voice. After a long walk she saw the Rainbow Serpent protectively guarding the Spirit Tiara. "Humble Spirit, I have the absolute respect for you. I ask you to allow me to take that Shen Gong Wu. With it I can set you free."
"Dragon of Darkness and shawoman of the Arrente tribe. You have proven that you value the old ways. You are a respectful being and posses the spiritual power to control this Shen Gong Wu. Use it wisely young one," The Rainbow Serpent said using its tail to place the tiara on her head.
In the real world Hannibal was gloating over the destruction and chaos he had caused. All his enemies both Xiaolin and Heylin were exhausted and about to fall. He summoned up all the spirits so that he could enjoy the death with more pleasure. "It was nice knowing you all. I'll be sure to think of you when I rule the world. Destroy them! What why aren't you destroying them?"
"Because you don't control them anymore, I do!" a sharp voice rang out. Hannibal gasped as he saw Callie standing in front of the group with the Spirit Tiara on her head. "You've had your fun, but now I'm setting these poor creatures free. Spirit Tiara! Spirits you are free of any control. Do what you wish and I strongly advice you to take out your anger on the little bean dude!"
The Spirits took her advice and went after Hannibal chasing him away from the town before disappearing. After repairing the town the entire group declared a peace and enjoyed the last two days of vacation having fun. Callie was most happy having completed her personal quest of becoming a full-fledged shawoman.