Disclaimer: I don't own any of the Kingdom Hearts characters or Stitch and Pikachu. They belong to their rightful owners.
Before Matt and his friends knew it, they had been transported away from the house in Radiant Garden. Now they stood in front of a tall building that was sitting on some strange island. It rose several feet into the air, casuing Matt and the others to gaze at it in awe.
"Huh?" Stitch asked. "Where we at?"
"Good question," Pikachu said. "We're in the middle of nowhere! Where did Merlin send us?"
Matt looked up at the building. It looked familiar, but he couldn't remember who lived there. He did know they were someone important. The king and Merlin wouldn't have sent them here if it wasn't of great importance.
Matt sighed. "Well, we should probably go inside. It's better than just standing here and doing nothing." Stitch and Pikachu agreed.
The trio went inside and found nothing but a long spiral staircase. There was nowhere to go but up.
After what seemed like a million stairs and several doors along the way, Matt and his friends finally made it to the top. They each collasped their hands and knees in exhaustion.
"Damn…," Matt said between pants. "This place could use an elevator."
The trio then entered the final room. Waiting for them at the desk was an old man with a long, gray beard. He wore a cone cap on his head with star and moon shapes.
"Greetings to you all. I am Yen Sid, master of this tower and teacher of King Mickey. I've been anticipating your arrival." Matt, Stitch, and Pikachu each bowed in respect. "The king and I had a very interesting chat recently. He and I had discovered that the Keyblade has chosen a new bearer. I would assume that would be you...Matt."
"Yes, sir," Matt said. He summoned his Keyblade. "I don't even know why it did, and it's been so weird."
"Yes, I know about where you are from, Matt. You are from a world that hasn't been touched by the forces from outside, yet most events from other worlds somehow reach it. It is a most special one,indeed."
"Yeah, most what shows up is from people's imaginations. It's through books, games, movies…"
"Yes, you may have knowledge about other worlds that you have never even touched, Matt. That makes you very special. The fact that the Keyblade chose you is most interesting, but I've never questioned those it has chosen. The king told me that he thought you were a good choice." This caused Matt to smile a little bit. "You are probably wondering why you three are here, aren't you?"
Matt, Stitch, and Pikachu nodded their heads.
"Sora and Riku defeated Xemnas and disbanded Organization XIII some time ago. For a time, there was a great peace in the worlds. However, the Heartless and Nobodies have resurfaced under a new leader, who decided to then form a new Organization. The Heartless and the Nobodies will continue on their path and cause havoc in the worlds…unless someone stops them."
"Us?," Stitch asked.
Yen Sid nodded. "Matt, you have been chosen by destiny to wield the Keyblade, the greatest weapon of good imaginable. The Heartless cower in front of it. Stitch and Pikachu, you were chosen by King Mickey for reasons he wished to keep secret." Yen Sid then smiled. "I sense that though you are odd choices, you are the right ones for this kind of mission."
Matt, Stitch, and Pikachu looked at each other and beamed. The king really must thought highly of them.
Then, Matt remembered something important. "Master Yen Sid, the Organization…they took my friend, Laura. The Oracle of the Matrix, she said I would see her again, but…well…"
Yen Sid nodded. "Yes, the Oracle is well known around the worlds for her wisdom. I've rarely ever questioned her abilities. Still, whether or not you will see your friend again, I do not know."
Matt looked down. Stitch and Pikachu looked sadly at him, feeling for him.
"Master," Pikachu said. "How come most of the worlds are hidden from us?"
Yen Sid nodded. "That is one of the reasons you have come here. Unfortunately, the worlds have been disconnected once again. Do not fret though. Has the Keyblade done anything strange in your use, Matt?"
"Yeah," Matt said. Something then clicked inside his mind. "Will the Keyblade unlock the paths and the other worlds?"
"Correct. Your Keyblade will lead the way and connect the worlds once again."
"All right," Stitch and Pikachu said together.
"There is something else you should know," Yen Sid said.
"What might that be?" Matt asked.
"There are some new worlds that have been revealed to me. Ones I've never encountered before in all my years of watching the stars."
"What that mean?" Stitch asked.
"I think It means we're going into uncharted territory," Matt said.
"Somewhat correct," Yen Sid said. "Because of your knowledge of the worlds, Matt, you may give yourselves an advantage."
"Wait…slow down…what am we supposed to do if I already know what's going to happen?"
"Whether or not you choose to reveal the truth is up to you. The Organization cares not about this information. They will set forth their plans regardless, using the paths of darkness in order to roam among world new and old."
"Ok…I guess..."
"Now, there is more I wish to tell you, young Keyblader."
"What would that be?"
"Do you remember Neo teaching you the energy blast?"
"Yeah, we couldn't have defeat Smith without using it. It's a pretty sweet attack, too!"
Yen Sid sighed. "Yes. It's proper name with the Keyblade is the Kingdom Blast. While it is a powerful weapon, it is also very risky to the user. I am here to warn you to only use it as a last resort, especially when you are alone. It will drain your life energy drastically to the point of death. I would advising using it with Stitch and Pikachu to combine your energy." The trio nodded in agreement. "If you must use it alone, do it sparingly."
"Got it," Matt said.
Yen Sid sighed. "You three have a long and difficult journey ahead of you. Hmmm…this brings back memories."
"Of what, Master?" Pikachu asked.
"You three are in the exact spots that Sora, Donald, and Goofy were in when they began their journey. I believe that you three are just as special for what you can accomplish as a team."
"You bet we are!" Matt said with a thumbs up.
"Yeah!" Stitch and Pikachu agreed, jumping up in excitement.
Yen Sid smiled. "Yes, while you three look the oddest of combinations, sometimes they can be the greatest. Now if you would go to the other room, I believe there is something for each of you to assist you on your journey."
"Really? No way!"
Matt and his friends hurried to the next room. Inside were three good fairies that were quite cheerful and excited to serve the new team of warriors. Together, they cast a spell on him that made his clothing glow for a few moments before subsiding. He bore a white shirt, black shorts with with white trim, and a pair of sparkling black tennis shoes.
"I'm afraid we can't give you the power of Drive Forms," the red fairy, Flora, told Matt when it was completed. "But these clothes we have given you will still be very useful in your journey. Take these as well." The fairies then cast a spell, causing the wrists of Matt, Stitch, and Pikachu to glow before a single black wristband layed upon it.
"What are these?" Matt asked.
"These are very special wristbands," the green fairy, Fauna, replied. "With them, you can always keep track of one another if you get lost or separated."
"Wow! That's really cool! Thank you!"
Stitch and Pikachu were also given special necklaces for added power for their weapons and attacks. This made Matt feel good inside so that he wasn't the only one receiving a boost.
They thanked the fairies, then returned to Yen Sid.
"Matt…Stitch…Pikachu. I thank you. There is nothing more that I can do now. I have much faith in that you three can accomplish the great task set before you. Be warned, though. There will be many stout tasks and challenges you must face. You should never let down your guard. With that, I bid you farewell. The worlds await you."
"Yes, sir," the three said in unison.
"Now off you go," Yen Sid added. Like Merlin, he waved his arms and began to cast a spell to return them to Radiant Garden.
"Whoa!" The trio yelled together as they disappeared with a puff a smoke.
Not again… Matt thought.
Well, if Yen Sid says to get it done, they'd better get it done. What awaits them going forward? Find out soon!
Peace out,
Biz