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Hey Everyone!

Chapter two is here! This chapter's all about the new Smashers being introduced and then the real fun begins. I've posted chapter three as well since there isn't as much content in this chapter.

Not many of the new characters have big parts right away, but I have plans for them either later in the story or in future writings.

* So, I got the edited version of this chapter up and running (finally). If you've already read this chapter, nothing involved with the plot has changed so there's no need to read it again (unless, of course, you just loved it so much….hehe :D)

I hope you enjoy it :)

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"I want to welcome you back, my friends" Master Hand announced loudly to the room," It is good to see you all again, healthy and as… energetic as always"

The large, white Hand held their attention completely; the food and beverages might as well have been specks on the ground. No one noticed them. Master Hand simply had that effect on people.

"As usual the first order of business is to introduce the new Smasher for this year"

Excited voices rang throughout the dining room. Nana let out a shriek of excitement that she had tried to hold in. Everyone looked her way and her friend's tried desperately to stop their laughter. She didn't notice though as she waited for Master Hand to continue. Popo noticed that Sonic seemed uncharacteristically serious as he mimicked Nana's actions by watching the small stage where Master Hand stood. His foot moved up and down with impatience.

"First, however," the Hand continued, "we have a couple new members joining our staff. A new café will be opened this year and the lovely Princess Daisy of Sarssaland and the delightful Ms. Cream will be running the establishment."

Princess Daisy smiled brightly as she entered the room. She had medium length brown hair and wore a long yellow dress and crown. Many of the Smashers smiled back at Daisy. She was well known in the Mansion because of how often Princess Peach spoke of her and everyone knew what good friends they were. When Peach waved her over, Daisy waved back as she called back to her friend. She didn't even blush as Luigi pulled out a chair for her. His face, however, was an entirely different matter as it turned pasta red.

Meanwhile Cream had entered behind Princess Daisy. Nana could tell she was from Mobius as she wasn't just a girl. She was part rabbit with two long ears flopping over her head instead of hair. She was obviously nervous as she scanned the room, but she cheered up when she noticed Sonic. A little aqua blue creature flew over to the table and crashed into Sonic as she skipped over.

"Mr. Sonic, may I and Cheese join you?" The blonde coloured rabbit questioned in a small voice. Before Sonic could answer Ness had already insisted that she take a seat with them and everyone else agreed. Nana wanted to ask what type of creature Cheese was exactly when she remembered what Sonic had told them about Chao last year. She guessed that Cheese must be one of them.

"Hey Cream, do you know if…" Sonic's question was cut off as Master Hand again asked for everyone's attention.

"In past years, machinery has been quite a problem for many of you"

Popo nodded in agreement. Many of the training mechanisms and fighting grounds depended on technology. However, technology isn't always the most reliable. Some Smashers like Fox and R.O.B could fix anything, but most of the Smashers had no idea how any of the machinery even worked. When R.O.B couldn't come and fix things battles could be cancelled or worse if any of the devises in the mansion broke down completely.

"This year I've brought in someone who is quite skilled in this area. He will be available whenever something needs repairing. Don't let his youth fool you as I find his talent most impressive. Please welcome Miles Prower, otherwise known as…"

"Tails!" It was Sonics turn to interrupt the Hand at the sight of his best friend. The orange fox-like boy grinned widely back at him.

"Okay, that's why you've been acting strange. You heard that Tails was coming, but how?" Red questioned with great wonder. Sonic gave him a look and he immediately knew that he would never know.

"Sonic! Can you believe I'm here?" Tails screamed across the room.

"Oh, I can believe it. You're airplanes are top notch"

Popo smiled at the duo contently. When he felt a poke on his back, he knew it was Nana. They smiled at each other and Popo knew what she was trying to tell him. Sonic and Tails reminded them of themselves. They weren't best friends. They were more like brothers.

Tails then surprised everyone when his two tails started spinning quickly behind him. He then easily took to the air and flew across the room. Many Smashers gasped in surprise. Popo knew that Tails could fly, Sonic had told them all about him, but even he was amazed.

"We could be called some of the best fighters in the world, but few of us can fly and none in such a manner" The normally silent Pokémon, Lucario, calmly deduced. Even Bowser and Gannondorf had to agree that such ability would be useful.

"Yah, I've known Tails for so long that I kind of take it for granted" Sonic admitted.

"It's the best, well, only good thing about having two tails" The kid fox explained, looking sadly at his friend. Sonic and Cream immediately looked concerned.

"I think your ability is astounding, something to be proud of".

Tails searched for where the voice had come from and found his eyes on someone with orange ears like his. In fact, the man looked a lot like him. Then he understood, this was a fox like him, and it looked like he might be a fellow avian.

"My name's Fox McCloud, kid. I'm a pilot" The fox seemed to answer his thoughts,

For the rest of the afternoon many more new staff were introduced. A girl named Ilia from Hyrule was going to help with animals like horses. Some Pokémon named Plusle and Minum were on the team to. Apparently they were experts with electricity.

The last person was a small girl named Leaf. She was going to be helping to organise the tournament, which everyone thought was a little odd. Master Hand had never needed help with that kind of thing before. When they saw her they let up a little because she reminded everyone of someone. Someone with a name that was just as weird.

"Leaf what are you doing here?" Red asked. He seemed completely confused and a little protective of the girl.

"Weren't you listening, brother?" She smirked, "I'm here to help"

"You're Red's sister?" Nana smiled, "Do you have Pokémon to?"

"Just one, I've only just started" Leaf responded. She took a seat beside Nana and completely ignored her slightly enraged brother at the other side of the table as they chatted.

Popo sighed. He was most interested in the new fighters. Ness and Toon agreed with him. Last year had brought some welcomed opponents like Ike and their friend Lucas. Nana heard the conversation and couldn't help speaking up.

"I hope some new girls were invited to fight this year" She commented. Throughout the room Peach, Zelda, and Samus Aran all loudly agreed. Last year had only brought boys and they had been horribly disappointed.

"Now everyone, I would like to introduce the new fighters for Super Smash Brothers Assault" Master Hand announced. Instead of showing their excitement everyone stayed quiet, even Nana, so that he could continue.

The introductions for the new fighters were pretty uneventful, though many tough looking opponents were introduced. Bowser grinned proudly at his son, Bowser Jr., as he pointed a colourful looking paintbrush at the crowd. Many of the Sword wielding Smashers, like Link and Marth, were interested in a teen named Matthew. Matthew had blond hair and there was an aura about him that seemed to say that he possessed mythical properties.

Tiny Kong, a cousin of Diddy Kong, also bounced on stage. She had two long, blond ponytails that, for some reason, Nana thought looked pretty dangerous. When she jumped of the stage, using her ponytails as propellers to glide across the floor, she knew she was right. The last competitor was another girl, which made everyone excited. Her name was Sapphire and she was another Pokémon Trainer. Now there would be two fighting, her and Red. When she entered the stage her eyes immediately gravitated to cautiously glance at Red.

Red looked as If he was going to say something but instead he stood up, ready to leave.

"Red, she's not the same. When you left for the Super Smash Brothers something clicked for her. She's a good trainer now, in her own right. She wouldn't ever hurt her Pokémon now" Leaf insisted.

"Really? I can't believe that" Red whispered. Everyone knew that Red loved Pokémon and had always insisted that they be treated well. They were a trainer's partner, not to be used as tools or hurt in any way. Finally he left for the boy's bathroom as Sapphire sat down at the table.

"He still hates me" Sapphire said, a hint of defeat in her voice, "I guess he has a right to. I wouldn't be surprised if he never spoke to me again".

Leah shrugged her shoulders, but not in defeat. "Red isn't someone who forgives easily. I think he'll come around though when he sees you and your Pokémon"

Nana looked at Sapphire. She looked a little broken, like she had been through a lot inside, but she also looked changed. She wondered what this girl had done that was so horrible. Nana smiled at Sapphire and her positive energy made Sapphire smile. It was obvious though that this wasn't a hurt that would go away any time soon. "Don't hate yourself for the mistakes you've made. Leaf says you've changed and Red will see that…eventually. You seem really nice" Popo deduced, voicing his sisters opinion as she smiled in approval.

"I trust you will make all our new Smashers feel welcome" Master Hand boomed, "The battles will begin in one week and the schedule will be posted the day before. Take this time to settle into your rooms and get to know everyone".

As everyone spread out between the cafeterias (with Kirby and Yoshi leading the way), the courtyard, training area, television room and countless other rooms in the mansion, Master Hand floated over Popo.

"Popo, may I have a word?" he called. Popo turned from Lucas, Ness and Toon Link who were planning a game of baseball.

"Of course, do you need something?" He asked surprised to be questioned by the Hand so soon after being dismissed.

"Would you and your sister meet me in my office later tonight please?"

"I guess, but what do you need us for?"

"You'll see"

Master Hand made his exit, leaving Popo confused. It didn't take long for him to find his sister in the television room laughing at the TV with Leaf. He went up and tapped her on the shoulder.

"Popo", she questioned, never taking her eyes off the TV as she smiled at the content, "what are you doing here? I thought you and the guys were planning the oh-so important baseball game".

"Well, I just came to tell you that Master Hand wants to see us later" Popo replied nonchalantly. Nana looked at him and saw the little hint of worry on her brother's face before she nodded reassuringly.

"Okay. We'll meet up in an hour to go see him. We should go unpack in Kid Corner first though"

"Kid Corner?" Leaf asked with a raised eyebrow, reminding the duo that she had never heard of such a place.

"It's an area upstairs with a sitting room and three bedrooms connected to it. For the last couple years all the kids have used those bedrooms so we call it Kid Corner. Your bedroom should be there to" Nana explained, "We're the only two girls, so I guess we get to share a room. That'll be great! Lucas and Ness always share to and then Popo can share with Toon".

"Exactly, so we should get moving Nan!" Popo said as he grabbed Nanas hand and headed for the stairs. Leaf held back a laugh as she followed behind.