CHAPTER TWENTY: TOWARD TOMORROW

DISCLAIMER: The various characters from video games and cartoons DO NOT belong to me! They belong to their respective creators/owners.

Avatar Dimension, Ember Island, 8:30 pm

The gang arrived at Ember Island a half hour ago, they had time to freshen up and get some food in their empty bellies, finally. "It's so glad to be home!'' said Toph, sitting back in her chair, kicking her feet on top the table.

"I just wish we could say it and mean it. Eggman isn't done yet, and we don't know when! Eggman's too persistent, one out of many things I hate about him!" Sokka explained, sipping some tea.

"Just be glad we got time to sit back and rest. This usually isn't the case with me, Sokka.'' Sonic included his opinion.

"Yeah, you're right. I guess I should be more optimistic.'' Sokka added.

"So why did you suggest keeping an emerald in a secluded place. It's not jewelry!'' Toph said.

"The emerald's give off natural energy spikes, you could call them. If their kept in a small tight spot, the energy can't go anywhere. Thus, old Eggy can't find them.'' explained the blue blur.

"Good call.'' Sokka said.

"Yeah…hey I'm going to go get some fresh air? Alright?" Sonic said, pointing his thumb outside.

"Okay.'' Sokka responded.

"See ya' Sonic.'' Toph said. Sonic opened the sliding door, and walked down the steps. Sonic marched across the sand of the beach, stopping at the very end, where the water's tides rolled up on land.

Katara walked into the living room, wearing a light blue bath robe. "What're you doing?" his brother asked immediately.

"I just got out of the bath.'' answered the Waterbender, brushing her still wet hair.

"Where's Aang?" he quickly asked, raising an eyebrow.

"Sokka! Calm down! He's meditating!'' Katara defended.

"Riiiiight.'' Sokka said, turning back around in the couch. Katara had always run into times like these, where her brother always left her infuriated.

"Have you guys seen Sonic?" she asked, changing the subject.

"Outside, probably at the beach.'' Toph answered.

"Thanks, Toph.'' Katara said with a smile, opening the door and closing it behind her.

"You ever think of your sister's private life? She's getting older.'' Zuko said.

"Well so am I? And I need to watch out for her!'' Sokka defended.

"Not for long.'' Toph whispered.

"What was that?" asked Sokka. "Nothing, nothing.'' said Toph, taking another sip of her tea.

Katara saw Sonic sitting on the edge of the beach, staring up at the moon. Katara took it slow, and walked forward. Her bare feet creased the sand, leaving her footprints in the sand. "Sokka again, huh?" Sonic said suddenly.

Katara stopped, gritting her teeth, shocked. "Didn't mean to scare you.'' Sonic added.

"Not at all.'' Katara replied, continue walking. Katara sat by Sonic, laying on her legs, sideways.

"What's on your mind?" she asked warmly.

Sonic looked at her with an eyebrow raised. "Right. Stupid question.'' she said.

"I'm finding out so much. I don't know what to think about right now. It's like I have to sort them out in order, taking care of each problem one at a time!'' Sonic complained, pounding the sand.

"You'll figure something out, I know you will.'' Katara assured.

"Things like that Katara. I wish more of the others were like you. You give everything a reason to fight for, you inspire us.'' Sonic replied. Katara formed a warm smile and blushed lightly.

"That was very flattering.'' she noted, giggling.

The hedgehog himself, too chuckled. "What makes me constantly wondering, though, is when it'll end. What side will be left standing, who will win, what the aftermath will be.'' Sonic said, changing the mood of his tone to a disturbed one.

Katara too changed her expression.

"Look at the sky. It's peaceful. Look at the world's we visit, it's hell.'' Sonic said, gesturing his hands.

"It's not your fault, if that's what you're thinking.'' Katara interjected. "I'm starting to get over that, but there's still a trace on my mind that reminds me I'm still involved in all this suffering and pain. All I see now is the destruction I caused." Sonic explained.

"You're being too hard on yourself.'' she said, putting a comforting hand on his shoulder.

Sonic immediately got up. "Maybe, that's all I need. It's the only thing keeping me going.'' Sonic said, before marching down the beach.

Katara got up and followed him. "There's always reason to hope, Sonic. You've probably been told this, but-''

"Everyone is looking up to me, yeah I know.'' Sonic interrupted, but still got the words right.

"Ultimus told me I'm part of this prophecy. The sole person that'll fight…on the day the world ends. In otherwords; Armageddon." Sonic said, regretfully of the mentioning of the word. Katara looked scared, but still confused.

"What's Armageddon?" she asked.

"It's spoken in legend that one day, the world will end, be gone forever. Unfortunately, Earth is the place that'll suffer the legend that comes true." Sonic told her.

"Our world's going to end!?" she exclaimed, stopping in her tracks.

"No, no, no, not yours. The Earth we just left. All the Earths, I believe, are in different universes, splitting them into dimensions." Sonic explained further, stopping as well.

"The only matter is…if we can stop it.'' Sonic said grimly, looking up at the moon.

"We always find a way, don't worry about it.'' Katara said optimistically.

"I'm afraid you have to rephase that. I'll have to find a way. There's no need for you to be involved when Earth slowly succumbs to its end.'' replied Sonic.

"We have to fight together! Or this war will tear us apart from each other! In the end, when we only have each other, that's all we'll need.'' Katara exclaimed.

"What I'm trying to get through to you is that I'm not going to let anymore people suffer for my responsibilities!" Sonic shouted at the top of his voice, turning his back to her.

Katara was shocked to hear such anger directed from him to her. Sonic's eyes were squinted shut. "I've learned that it's my responsibility to save the world, but it's going to be my destiny…to end it.'' Sonic said, opening his eyes when turning to Katara.

The Waterbender knew he was mentioning Mecha, his evil counterpart fate has chosen him to become. "Does it matter anymore who fights and who doesn't? This war's going to end soon, I've seen the signs. Only one side will stand.'' Sonic said, dropping to his knees.

"Even if I have to risk myself again…I'll-'' He stopped when Katara hugged him from the side. She too was on her knees. Sonic remained mute, and kept his eyes closed.

"Don't do it. When you did it the first time…w-we were all so sad. I don't think Amy can handle it a second time, and neither can I.'' Katara said, tears forming.

Sonic opened his eyes, looking out the corner at her. Katara separated from the hug, he turned to face her. Katara's hands were resting on his shoulders.

"A selfless sacrifice for a war that will end soon. You can save the world and still be with us. You can live a happy life!'' she said.

Sonic cringed his eyes, feeling distraught. Katara was waiting for him to reply with something positive. She spoke again. "Just know this. When we finally face Eggman, it'll mark the end of all this chaos. Everything in our past experiences are remembered, to give us strength for the coming battle. We'll fight with you no matter what, and until the end.'' she said to him, giving him a kiss on the cheek and smiling when she broke away.

Katara then walked away back to the beach house where the others were. Sonic looked at his empty palm. "Until the end.'' he murmured. Sonic lowered his hand by his side, gazing up at the starry night and bright moon that shined upon the ocean. Sonic turned around and headed back to the beach house. Normally he would sprint over to it in less than a second, but he chose to walk, giving him time to think about his complicated past and his soon to be problematic future.

The next morning, the gang got dressed and ready for their quest. However, Sonic was no where in sight. "Have you guys heard from Sonic?" said Toph, climbing up on Appa cautiously.

"Nope. Haven't seen him since last night." Sokka replied.

"I'm right here.'' said his voice, marching up to the front of the house.

"Where were you the whole night? You didn't come back, is everything okay?" asked Katara.

"Yeah, just thought about…things." Sonic said in a bored tone, jumping up on Appa. Aang looked out to the sea, his eyes widened.

"Zuko? Look!'' Aang said, pointing. Zuko saw a Fire Navy ship coming towards land.

Moments later, the group had to gather at the beach, where two messengers walked down the nose platform that drops down. "Fire Lord Zuko, I'm afraid we need you back at the capital city.'' said the first messenger, bowing to him.

"What? Why?" Zuko asked.

"We're having some slight problems with a few mobs and breakouts, you must return immediately and tell our people that everything is fine.'' said the second messenger. Sonic already took into account that Eggman's fear has already spread across Earth, and now it's beginning to start feeding away at the other dimensions. Zuko lowered his head, sighing heavily. "Very well, I'll return.'' he agreed.

After a few goodbyes, Zuko left his friends, waving goodbye from the back of the ship. The gang waved back.

"Alright, well that was down right surprising.'' Toph noted.

"Let's just get moving. If there's a Chaos Emerald here, we need to-''

"Get it before Eggman does, we get it Sonic.'' Sokka interrupted, walking past him. Sonic scowled a bit, but shook his head to remove the dirty look.

The group all got on Appa. With a call of "Yip, Yip!" from Aang, the flying bison took off into the sky, and headed towards the Earth Kingdom.

Eggman's Secret Base, Under the North Atlantic, 5:30 pm

A cloud of smoke came out of a small chamber. Mecha WereSonic stepped out and walked towards the door. His armor was put back in perfect shape and his systems were working at full capacity. Mecha entered a six digit number in a keypad to open the door. "That is the last time I step in the healing chamber, Eggman!'' Mecha exclaimed, as soon as he walked in. Eggman was sitting down in an arm chair, reading a book. It was Eggman's personal study. Mecha walked over by the fire place.

"A bit irregular to have such a place in a high tech underwater base, don't you think?" proclaimed Mecha.

"It keeps my mind on more important manners.'' Eggman replied gently, turning a page.

"I was never told Sonic could become so powerful, such as that demon he became! There's something you're not telling me! I KNOW IT!'' Mecha exclaimed, gripping the arm rests on Eggman's chair.

Eggman looked at Mecha, then back down at his book. Mecha growled furiously, let go of the arm rests and stood in the middle of the room. "I take it you want to know the intentions of Thule, yes?" Eggman suggested.

"Really? How did you notice?" Mecha snapped.

Eggman got up and placed his book on the table in front of Mecha. Mecha rested his hands on the table, looking what was on the pages. On the left page was an illustration of a Black Demon.

"Thule's a Black Demon, I know that much. What else?" Mecha confirmed.

"He had a father.'' Eggman told, walking over to the fireplace.

"Lurk, the Harbinger of Pestilence. Much like his son, Lurk wished to bring the world above them down to their knees. Back then, Lurk was only, what you could say, a prince. His grandfather was the ruler of Hell at the time." Eggman began.

"So what? The kid was pissed because his father didn't have the throne?" Mecha said, shrugging an arm.

"Lurk's father was king, but he left to try and take over Earth, millions of years ago." Eggman replied.

"Are we talking about this Earth, or the Earth Sonic comes from?" asked Mecha.

"Sonic's. Anyway, Lurk's father was committed of the crimes of leaving Hell, because there was a law against attacking another world. Only the king can pass down judgment.'' Eggman continued, turning around.

"This is beginning to sound like someone gets backstabbed." said Mecha.

"Yes and no. When Lurk's father came to face his father, Azar, he snapped out at him. Azar therefore sentenced Lurk to death for disobeying the law of their people and treating the king with disrespect." Eggman simply said.

"So what makes Lurk so special?" Mecha asked.

"Have you heard of the hypothesis of the Mayans?" said Eggman, bending down, so his face met Mecha's.

"No.'' Mecha answered blankly.

Eggman stood straight again. "Lurk wanted to bring about the end of the world. On the day of Decemer 21st, 2012." Eggman said, walking back over to his chair. "

He was a nut job, pretty much.'' Mecha said.

"In a way of words, yes. Thule was then born, wanting to follow in his father's foot steps." Eggman continued to share, sitting back down.

"There's no way Thule is going to bring the end of the world by himself. He doesn't seem to have fully mastered his powers." Mecha pointed out.

"Correct. That's why he wants to resurrect his father.'' Eggman said, smirking.

Mecha's eyes rose. "He's a nut job too.'' Mecha said, sighing, sitting down on a couch.

"His motives are clear now, yes?" Eggman asked, sitting forward in his chair.

"Yeah, I've heard enough to know how to bring him down." Mecha said, punching his fist into his palm.

"Either you defeat Thule before he resurrects his father, or you'll be killed by Lurk himself. Don't be so cocky in such situations, like with Sonic.'' Eggman replied, sitting back in the chair.

"You should be grateful! I've kept Sonic in a battle within himself, instead of hunting you!'' Mecha snapped at his creator.

"True, but you also must learn that Sonic is no longer a pushover. He's beginning to match you up.'' Eggman responded.

"That blasted hedgehog has trouble thinking who's the enemy! How can he match me?!?" exclaimed a vicious Mecha.

"Would you like to hear more about Thule or not?" Eggman asked, to get back on subject. Mecha scowled, but he nodded yes.

"Once Lurk was killed, his soul still lingered in Hell. Thule took up the mantle and suffered the same fate as his father, but your battle with Sonic, bringing the power of those emeralds together, which thus attracted Thule's soul to the spot, bringing him back to life." Eggman explained.

"So Thule wants to do the same thing to his father." Mecha responded, crossing his arms.

"We still have the Blade of Destruction. Those blasted heroes have the Ring of Rebirth. The Emeralds of Demons, however, it's what keeps Thule alive.'' Eggman said, grinning maliciously, while sitting forward in his chair.

Mecha stood up, "If I destroy the emerald, Thule dies?" Mecha said in astonishment.

"That is, if you can." Eggman added, resting back in his chair.

"Thule has the same motives as I do. Keep Sonic and his wayward heroes off track while we both forward our plans for world domination. Except Thule is turning over to world devastation.'' Eggman explained more.

"Then we have to get the Emerald of Demons?" Mecha suggested. "Thule won't give it up so easily. He's a capable fighter and has infinite knowledge of the power of Chaos and the power the Emerald of Demons holds." Eggman finished, getting up again to pick up his book from the table.

"How does he know how to control it?" Mecha asked curiously.

Eggman held the book up to his face. "His father created it.'' Eggman answered, shutting the book.

Eggman and Mecha walked down a hall towards an automatic opening door. "How are we suppose to combat that? If Thule's become so knowledgeable on the emerald, why try and go after it when he knows what he's doing?" Mecha complained, while the door opened and the two continued walking down the hall.

"Thule will suspect your intentions if you confront him alone. He's a good thinker.'' Eggman replied. "Even if I do confront the damn demon, how am I going to find him?" Mecha complained more.

"Focusing on what's important is critical, as of now.'' Eggman said, stopping in front of a larger door.

"And what's that?" Mecha asked curiously. Eggman slid a keycard into a slot. The two giant doors unlocked and recessed into the ground. In front of them was the Destroyer device. "I see.'' Mecha mumbled.

"No matter what comes first, Thule bringing his father back to bring about the destiny of 2012, or my device implanting to the Earth's core, the world will fall into total chaos!'' Eggman chanted, stretching his arms diagonally up.

"It's all about timing if you ask me. Knowing Sonic, he probably told the other heroes to head back to their dimensions by now.'' said the titanium villain.

"But too which dimension did Sonic go?" said Eggman, lowering his hands, and putting one to his chin.

"Beat's me.'' Mecha admitted.

"Most likely to a dimension where the heroes by his side trust him most.'' suggested the mustached genius.

"That's all of them.'' Mecha said dully.

"No, I'm afraid not, my friend. Somewhere more, ancient." Eggman said with an evil grin plastered across his face.

"Don't be so doubtful, Mecha. We'll see to it that Sonic will be found and stopped.'' Eggman said victoriously.

"You already sound like we won, what's up?" Mecha asked, raising his right eyebrow from behind his helmet.

"Sonic is going to have to make his decision. He may stop one plan to end the world, but he can't stop both!'' Eggman said, laughing evilly.

"But who's going to the deciding side?" asked Mecha.

"Like I told you, don't be so doubtful. I have a hunch for when this war hits it climax, forces from Sonic's path will rise to the occasion and join the Apocalypse.'' explained the evil doctor.

"Guessing from that, I won't ask who will come back to fight Sonic. I'll probably find out myself." Mecha remarked.

"But what about the Ring of Rebirth? Shouldn't we go after that first, of all things?" Mecha asked.

The two were walking through a large hangar where Eggman's metal clones, vehicles, and robots were around. "The Ring does have unique properties that I saw intriguing, but it won't help us. It wasn't forged for destruction.'' Eggman answered to his creation.

"What's our next phase then? I wasn't always one to keep up with all your plans.'' Mecha mentioned.

"We're going to wait.'' said Eggman.

"WHAT!?!?" exclaimed Mecha loudly.

"It's better this way." Eggman said, forming a smirk.

"Please, share your thoughts!" Mecha said, waving his arms, and bowing his head.

"Sonic and the heroes will be so intent on one small sign of us attacking. If we wait and keep them on the edge, wasting their energy to always stay alert, when they should be resting. Then, we attack at their weakest point!'' Eggman explained, while shouting at the end.

"You sure have outdid yourself, Doctor. Great insight.'' Mecha commented dryly.

"Mind your manners, Mecha!" snapped the doctor. Mecha chuckled at this.

"The heroes have become capable, from what I've seen.'' said Mecha, arming his gatling guns.

Eggman was sitting down in a armchair. Behind glass in front of him, was Mecha, target practicing. Mecha immediately shot at a target and ripped it apart before it had a chance to reveal itself. "They've become quite persistent. The bond they share makes them stronger.'' said Eggman.

"It also makes them weaker.'' Mecha added, arming his flamethrowers and melting down a line of dummies.

"If one falls, they're all distracted. Look at Sonic, when he died at the end of the 1st Dimensional War, you told me they were all a nervous wreck." said Mecha, pointing his flamethrower at Eggman.

"True, but they seemed to have overcome it. The thought of him being dead still existed in their mind, but they used it to their advantage.'' replied the doctor.

"And how's that?" said Mecha, dodging a group of red lasers, firing five rockets to destroy the turrets.

"It gave them something to fight for. A reason to hope. Sonic motivated all of them to fight for good, thus giving them strength to fight on, even through the toughest of times.'' Eggman explained reasonably.

"Ahh, I see. No wonder they won't shut up when I threaten em'.'' said Mecha, transforming his rocket launchers back into his arms.

"Tell me again, what makes this damn thing so important?" asked Mecha, standing in front of Eggman, while holding the woven covered Blade of Destruction.

"It has supernatural powers that can conduct pretty much about anything that causes destruction.'' Eggman said, pointing a finger at it.

"Like what, summon a tornado?" Mecha said, shrugging.

"Yes, and much more.'' Eggman added.

"Why don't we just start now? Summon some volcanoes in large cities, form tornadoes on the west coast, tidal waves larger than whole countries…'' Mecha trailed off.

"That's not what we're using it for.'' Eggman said, sounding annoyed. Mecha looked a bit shocked.

"The Blade will be put into the Destroyer and enhance the bomb to give off several natural disasters at it's own will." Eggman explained.

"Oh, so we won't have to do anything. The bomb's going to cause all the destruction?" said Mecha.

"Indeed.'' answered Eggman. Mecha lowered his head.

"Just be glad that you can still use it. We're only powering the bomb so it is infused with the powers of the blade.'' Eggman added. Mecha lifted his head back up, chuckling evilly.

"Haven't you asked enough? I take it that you're all up to speed on who you're up against?" Eggman asked.

"You know I am. From what I've heard, I can easily say that Sonic will definitely be in deep trouble. With all the chaos around him, he'll probably end up killing himself!" Mecha exclaimed in a vicious evil tone, while laughing.

Eggman chuckled as well. "I hope I get enough time to hammer in more nails to Sonic's coffin, making sure the final moments of this war, a living nightmare for him.'' Mecha said in a dark tone.

"You'll get your chance soon enough Mecha. Very soon.'' said Eggman, getting up out of his chair.

Eggman walked over to a five paneled rectangular window, looking at the massive Destroyer device and the millions of robots that began to stand in formation. "This war began as the 2nd and final Dimensional War, and in the end, heroes will rise. Good and evil shall face each other on the day this world sees its end. The final judgment for the human race…and the final waking days…FOR HEROES EVERYWHERE!!!'' Eggman chanted, laughing maniacally at his devilish plans and the mere sight of his chrome plated robot armada, set for the destruction of planet Earth.

Avatar Dimension, Flying over Earth Kingdom Swamp, 9:00 am

Last night was bitter. It was cold and wouldn't stop raining. The gang luckily slept in a nearby cave before setting off again to where they are now. The ominous swamp Katara once stated before, they were flying over right now. Sonic looked over the side of the saddle with a disgruntled look. The mass swamp was an amazing sight, but if you were lucky, one wouldn't ever need to see such a place, more or less get lost in it. "Heads up guys, old memories below!'' said Aang.

"You guys been here before?" Sonic said, raising an eyebrow, while leaning his head back in.

"Sure have. Now that we're over it, it makes me wonder how that tornado took us down?" said Sokka, with a hand to his chin.

"Maybe it was the swamp gas.'' Katara joked.

"HEY! I just said that because we were seeing things!" exclaimed her brother. "Take it easy, I just saw how you wanted to prove everything with reason.'' said Katara, hiding a smirk.

The sky above began to rumble. "Aww, great. Not again!'' whined the Water Tribe warrior.

"Don't worry. Let's just land in the swamp.'' suggested the blue blur.

"No offense Sonic, but it's certainly not the place for us to be.'' said Sokka.

"But that one guy we met will know it's us! I'm sure he won't mind.'' the Avatar added.

"A swamp? I already have a bad feeling about it.'' Toph noted.

"Especially for Toph! She can't find her way around!'' Sokka exclaimed, waving his arms around.

The bickering continued, while Sonic looked up in the sky. He saw a blue light stream above the clouds, it was easily visible. Sonic's eyes widened. A bolt of lightening struck down. Sonic quickly stood up, raising the arm with his transformation device around it. A blue shield formed around Appa. The beam of lightening struck the shield. Sonic kept the shield up as Appa began flying out of control. The gang shouted at the top of their lungs, holding onto the bison for dear life. The shield was dropped, Katara and Toph were sent flying off the saddle. Sonic quickly transformed into his Werehog form, leaping off after the two. "GUYS!!'' shouted Aang, from Appa, who crashed down into the swamp, miles away from the others. Sonic stretched his arms, grabbing the two girls around the waist. He pulled himself toward them, and held the two close. Sonic widened his eyes. He crashed through the tree line, sticks, leaves, and even bugs smacking against his face. They finally came down towards the water. Sonic landed on his feet in one of the water beds, letting a large splash wash over all three of them. Sonic put the two drenched benders on their feet, as he shook his head wildly. Sonic pressed the transformation button, reverting back to his normal form.

"Great, déjà vu all over again.'' said Katara, squeezing the water out of her hair.

"Wow, this is the same water we had to drink that desert isn't it?" asked Toph.

"I'm afraid it is.'' replied Katara, lifting her feet then putting them back down.

"One distraction after another. Eggman's involved in us landing here, I know it.'' said Sonic, walking forward to look up at the trees.

"What's important now is that we find the others. If Eggman's here, we can't fight him, not now.'' said Katara, resting a hand on Sonic's shoulder. Sonic lowered his head back down.

"All right, let's do it your way. Lead the way.'' Sonic said, stepping aside. Katara smiled in return. She grabbed Toph's wrist and started walking, with Sonic following from behind. For a half hour they walked. Seeing the same thing every minute, trees and bugs.

"I need to rest…right now.'' said Toph tiredly.

Katara helped Toph over to a log which she felt for, then sat down on.

"I don't even want to begin to imagine where Aang and Sokka landed.'' said Toph.

"They'll be fine. I hope.'' said Katara, staring at the ground.

"I thought you said there's a guy down here that'll help?" Sonic asked, turning around to Katara.

"There is, we just have to find him.'' said Katara.

Suddenly, a forest green colored tentacle wrapped itself around Sonic's legs. Sonic looked down at them with a dull look. Sonic lifted his head back up. "This him?" Sonic asked, raising an eyebrow. Katara nodded yes.

"Awesome.'' he added. Sonic was dragged through the underbrush, and through the swampy water. Sonic beat his fists against the tentacle. He was finally held up and tossed. He crashed through some trees, knocking at least two down, and ended by splashing into a river of water. Sonic sat up, blowing water out of his mouth like a fountain. He spit the leftovers out, then got up. "This just keeps getting interesting.'' he stated, before heading straight down the river stream.

Sonic pushed the bushes out of his way and walked into a clearing, with dry land! He walked across some vines and small puddles. "Where in the world am I now?" he asked himself, turning his head left and right. "Sooonic.'' said a voice, echoing. Sonic immediately stopped in his tracks. He turned around and saw Amy standing on the other end of the clearing.

"Amy?" he said with amazement. She smiled at him graciously. Sonic dashed over to her, but suddenly, Mecha WereSonic rose from behind her. Sonic gasped. Mecha aimed his cannon down at her head.

"You deserve no one.'' said Mecha, firing the cannon, letting out a giant ball of light.

Sonic bounced back across the ground. He immediately sat up, there was nothing in front of him. "No wonder the others didn't like this place.'' Sonic said, rubbing his head. "Sooonic. Sssooonic. Please…help…me.'' said an eerie female voice.

Sonic found himself looking around for the sound of the voice. "Good lord, what is up with this place?" he said, raising his fists, while continuously spinning to look for a sign of an attack.

"You…are destined. Will you kill? Will you…save…us?" continued the voice. "Show yourself!'' Sonic yelled angrily. Silence fell before him. "Okay.'' said the voice.

A giant black hand erupted from under Sonic's feet. The trees, everything around him suddenly turned to darkness. Sonic was brought up to a face with red filled eyes. A smirk formed, revealing pearl white fangs and teeth. "Why can't you face me?" the voice said, tilting it's hand, while laughing uncontrollably. Sonic landed on a stone platform. He got up and started looking around. From behind, a fire started. Sonic slowly turned to it. He saw a silhouette inside it. A hand came reached out of it, burning. Sonic quickly turned around, only to see a duplicate of him, on fire. Sonic jumped back in fear. A clone of himself, burning violently. His face twitched, then fell to his knees. The clone of Sonic then yelled; "NOOOO!'' Sonic turned around and looked up to see a horde of missiles coming down at him. Behind the missiles was a giant sized Eggman, his goggles glowing red. Sonic shielded himself from the flurry of explosives, only to find himself falling down another hole. Fires formed in random spots as he continued falling.

The awful fires all had silhouettes of people, and his fellow heroes, standing in them, dying. Sonic screamed, nightmares was all that surrounded him. Endless pain and suffering, all eyes to him, all the blame on him, all the destruction on him. Sonic fell onto a small stone tower, a blast of dust exploding on impact. Sonic cringed his eyes closed. He rolled over, getting on all fours. A humongous wall of red formed in front of him. The pure black silhouette of himself stood in it.

"How does it feel? The power of becoming such a powerful being! You run because you were born with it. You run to a fight. You run…when you're afraid.'' said the deep voice apparition.

Sonic rose to his feet, glaring at the massive monster. "Sonic the Hedgehog…soon to become Mecha WereSonic. You've judged only yourself because you are weak.'' it said, drowning out the pronunciation of weak.

"Death will surround you. Once it does, all there will be left…ARE THE NIGHTMARES!!'' it thundered its voice, laughing while raising its hands up diagonally.

Suddenly the platform Sonic was standing out grew large in an instant. Several black holes began to form on any spot of the large platform. Clones of dark powered Sonic's rose out of the ground. They weren't in super forms, just apparitions. Sonic saw as there were also WereSonic apparitions as well. Every single one had their eyes filled with red glowing energy. "Bring it on.'' mumbled the blue blur. Two WereSonic's lunged at him. He kicked one in the nose and the other with a quick fist to the gut. Sonic was hit in the back by a spin dash and forced to the ground. A WereSonic grabbed him by his ankles. The clone tossed him far. Sonic fell towards another pit of darkness. Instead, more land grew in. He landed on his feet, skidding on his feet in a circular form until he saw the horde of demonic clones before him. Sonic quickly turned around and ran, but as he kept running, more footing formed. "I'm really beginning to hate this!'' he exclaimed, looking over his shoulder.

"You're now running from death. Are you a coward?" said the evil voice. Sonic ignored the question and kept on running.

"Where are you running to? Where are you going to be when all the lights are out? Where will you be when this world is decimated?" the voice continued.

Sonic finally stopped in his tracks. The horde of demon Sonic's stopped behind him. "I'm not running from you." he muttered. The voice then laughed maniacally at him. Sonic's fists clenched.

"Are you sure of that?" asked the voice. The giant monstrous creature reappeared, looking down at him. Sonic looked all the way up. The giant monster flicked its hand up. A stone pillar sprung up beneath Sonic's feet and he came all the way up.

"Then…WHAT ARE YOU RUNNING FROM?!" said the evil voice in a malevolent tone while smirking.

"Nothing.'' Sonic murmured.

"What did you say?!" asked the evil side of Sonic.

Sonic shut his eyes, "Nothing.'' he said again.

"WHAT DID YOU SAY!?!" thundered the voice. Sonic opened his eyes, glaring at the giant dark side of himself.

"I said…NOTHING!!!" he shouted. The giant form backed away.

"All this isn't real! You're not real! You're not me, because I'm not a monster! I'M A HERO!!!'' he shouted at the top of his lungs. Rays of white light erupted from behind Sonic and shot at the giant form.

Back in reality, Sonic was laying on the ground, unconscious. A black stream of misty black energy streamed out of the blue button on Sonic's transformation device. It gathered in the air and formed into, guess who; Thule. Thule dropped on the ground, severely weakened. "Damn…you.'' he muttered, raising the Emerald of Demons to use chaos control and make his escape. Katara led Toph, by holding her wrist and coming through the bushes. Sonic's arms flopped up, his head twitching.

"Stay here.'' Katara told her blind friend before running over by Sonic's side.

"Sonic? Sonic, wake up!'' exclaimed the Waterbender, nudging Sonic to wake him up. Sonic suddenly sat up, Katara moving her head out of the way.

Sweat dripped from Sonic's forehead. Sonic wiped it off and left his hand there. "Are you alright? Where's Hue?" said Katara.

"Who's Hue?" Sonic asked, still trying to gain back consciousness.

"The guy who's a friend of ours.'' Katara added, helping Sonic to his feet.

"I don't think it was him. Something more 'personal' trying to get in my head.'' replied Sonic, looking around cautiously.

"Like Mecha?" Katara suggested.

"No. Much more creepier, sinister…and evil.'' Sonic muttered, turning to face her.

"Well whatever it was, it's gone now.'' said Katara optimistically.

"Yeah, I just hope it doesn't happen again.'' Sonic said thankfully. A tentacle crept through the water and grabbed Sonic by his ankles and pulled him to the ground and through the bushes…again.

"Oh, you gotta' be KIDDING ME!'' exclaimed Sonic.

He was finally hoisted upside down and turned to face the massive swamp monster with the small wooden mask. "I take this is what she was talking about.'' Sonic thought in his head.

Sonic transformed into his Werehog form in a quick flash. "Sorry big and ugly, you're not much of one to be up close and personal to!'' Sonic shouted, cutting the thick tentacle arm in half.

Sonic landed on his feet in the swampy lagoon. The arm suddenly grew back. "Definitely not a first for me.'' Sonic said to himself.

The giant monster swung both its arms down. Sonic leaped up, cutting both arms with his claws, straight off. Sonic came towards the face and hurled his fist center into the monster's mask. The monster stumbled back a foot, at least. Sonic sent his fist straight forward. It blasted through the monster's belly, only catching his own hand inside it. "Aww, great.'' mumbled Sonic.

Sonic began walking back, stretching his arm even further. "Okay buddy, this is really starting to hurt, so you're going to have to let go…RIGHT NOW!!'' Sonic demanded.

The monster grabbed Sonic's stretched out arm and pulled it, then started swinging him around. "Do I look like a lasso to you?!?" exclaimed the annoyed hedgehog.

The swamp monster slammed him against a tree, then smashed him down in the water, causing a splash. Sonic quickly got on all fours, spitting the water out of his mouth, nearly gagging on it. The monster reached for him again. Sonic turned over on his back, sending both his fists at the monster's mask. Sonic got on his feet and then jerked back, hard. The monster fell face first into the water. Sonic turned back to his normal form in a quick flash. He leaped up and dashed down with a spin dash. He impacted through the swamp monster's back. Sonic jumped back out, landing in front of the monster. The hole reformed, the monster got back up. "Well that was useless.'' Sonic noted. The swamp monster stretched its right arm at him. Sonic jumped on the arm and ran up it. Sonic ran off the side and drove his fist into the mask, shattering it. The monster sent its left fist towards him. Sonic hoisted himself up on the monster's dome. The swamp monster accidentally punched himself.

"That has to hurt, at least a little.'' Sonic stated.

The monster reached for Sonic. The hedgehog crouched down and launched up into the air, out of the trees and into the sky. Sonic looked to his left and saw Appa flying in the distance. "There he is!'' pointed Aang.

"Good timing.'' Sonic whispered. The hedgehog charged back down in ball form. Sonic broke through the tree line and into the monster's dome, causing it to all explode from within, sending the vines everywhere.

"And that's…all she wrote.'' Sonic said, removing the vines from his head, as he stood to his feet. Katara and Toph came onto the scene. Appa flew down through the broken trees Sonic broke. Appa touched down on the water. A grisly looking man rose from the vines. "Hue!'' exclaimed Sokka.

"Katara!'' the Avatar exclaimed. "Aang!'' shouted back the Waterbender.

"Uhhhh, Hue?"" said a confused Sonic, scratching his head.

"The Avatar, nice to see you again!'' greeted Hue, wiping the vines off his arms.

"I see you met our friend.'' replied Aang, referring to Sonic.

"Sorry, people who come down here usually harm this swamp. I hope I didn't hurt ya.'' Hue said to Sonic.

"None taken.'' Sonic responded with an annoyed look, remembering how he was thrown around like a rag doll.

"Can I help ya' by any chance?" asked Hue, scratching his belly.

"We kind of got knocked down here by a lightning bolt, but luckily Sonic prevented it from harming anyone.'' said Katara.

"I see, just another day in the life as heroes, eh?" replied Hue.

"You can say that again.'' Sonic added.

"Another day in the life of heroes.'' said a distant voice. A blue beam from the sky shot down and impacted in front of Sonic. The light vanished, revealing Ultimus.

"What are you doing here?" asked the hedgehog.

"I've come to warn you, do you mind? I need to talk to him.'' asked Ultimus politely to the gang.

"Sure, take the time you need.'' answered the Avatar, bowing.

Ultimus nodded, turned around and started walking. Sonic followed him, by his side.

"So, what's up?" Sonic began.

"I've found Mecha's location, at least, where's he heading.'' answered Ultimus.

"Really? Where!?" Sonic exclaimed immediately.

"I fear your new friends are in trouble.'' Ultimus said.

"What? I've known Aang and the others for a long time!'' Sonic snapped, bewildered.

"Not them, the Teen Titans.'' Ultimus said.

"Them? Can't they handle themselves?" said Sonic, shrugging his arms. Ultimus quickly bonked Sonic on the head by his remark.

"What was that for!?!" exclaimed the blue blur.

"A hero NEVER refuses a request for help.'' Ultimus replied, stepping in front of Sonic, and getting in his face.

Ultimus turned around and continued walking. Sonic raised an eyebrow, but shook the confusion off his conscience and followed after the elder one. "So what's the problem then? Is Mecha going after the Titans?" Sonic asked.

"No. He is requesting help from one of the Titans' former enemies. His followers will aid him to destroy the Titans.''

"This guy has 'minions' at his disposal?" Sonic asked.

"You could say that.'' responded the elder.

"I'm beginning to get the feeling that I'm only going to get myself caught in the crossfire. After that, I'm going to have to fight Mecha again and deal with his preaching!'' Sonic angrily protested, stopping in his tracks.

Ultimus stopped as well. "It is the duty of the 'Chosen One' to fight these evils, not complain about them and their methods of annoyance. You are destined to save this world and all others, I would start putting more consideration in how you're going to stop Eggman, instead of a simple visit to help your friends." Ultimus wisely said.

Sonic stood there, not saying another word, he had nothing to argue with, because Ultimus was right. "After you help them, I must show you something. It'll probably bother you, but right now, focus on assisting the Titans.'' Ultimus explained.

Ultimus lightly stomped the end of his staff on the ground.

"Wait, how will I found you?" Sonic quickly asked.

A stream of lightning came from the sky. "On the contrary Chosen one, I'll find you." said Ultimus.

The lightning hit him and he was gone, only leaving a scorch mark on the ground. Sonic shook his head. "How does he handle getting struck with lightning as a means of transportation?" Sonic asked himself.

Sonic marched his way back to the others. "Okay, I have to go.'' Sonic said getting to the point.

"Where you going?" asked Sokka.

"To another dimension. Mecha's got the help of someone to attack some heroes, people you've never met before I'm afraid.'' Sonic explained, readying his transformation device.

"Will you be back?" asked Katara worriedly.

Sonic looked to the gang, smiling. "Count on it.'' Sonic said, forming a smirk.

The button glowed blue brightly. A surge of its energy quickly wrapped around Sonic and caused chaos control, sending him to Jump City. After a probable lead forms into a probable cause, the blue blur finds himself yet again in the situation involving his future counterpart. Who is Mecha asking to wipe out the titans? If he has followers, the young heroes better ready themselves for one daring brawl.

Jump City, 9:00 pm

"Do we have a deal? Or not?" asked the titanium villain.

"From what you told me, Mecha WereSonic, I'll be obliged to take care of the Titans, and this Sonic the Hedgehog…if he arrives.'' said the cloaked figure. Mecha looked from the roof he was standing on, to Titans Tower.

"And you're sure you can handle it. Just keep them suppressed. It'll probably give Sonic the idea he has to stay here longer.'' Mecha responded, looking over his shoulder.

"Do not fret…my students are…capable'' replied the cloaked figure.

"Our robots will back you up, the time is now.'' Mecha responded.

The five heroes were asleep in their home, well six now. With Terra back, they've become more than a team. Beast Boy was found walking into the main room, up for a snack. He scoured the refrigerator for something of his taste, tofu came to mind. He heard a slight buzzing noise. He looked up at the ceiling, in the center. Sparks were flying inside in a circular form. The circle was rather large, then the buzzing stopped. Beast Boy closed the fridge, walking to the spot. The cut out part, in shape of a circle, dropped down, knocking Beast Boy back. A group of metal clones dropped inside. "No way.'' he said to himself. "Oh, you better believe it.'' said a familiar, but snotty voice. Gizmo dropped down, his four spider like legs extracted from his backpack. Mammoth dropped down beside him. "Don't mind us, we also invited some friends.'' said Mammoth.

Control Freak, Seemore, Billy Numerous, Madame Rouge, Monsieur Mallah, and last but not least…Slade.

"Don't worry Beast Boy! We got your back!'' said Cyborg, arming his sonic cannon, with the other Titans behind him.

"Slade! Why would you be working with the likes of them?!" exclaimed the boy wonder.

"If I have it cut out for me, well, I just might to get to rule this city.'' Slade replied.

"Don't forget, we're working together on this.'' added Madame Rouge.

"You're going to regret coming to our house!'' exclaimed Robin, readying his battle staff. "We'll see about that, snot brain!'' shouted Gizmo, charging at them. Cyborg fired his sonic cannon, blowing Gizmo to the ground. Beast Boy changed into a gorilla and clashed with Mallah. Robin blocked the stretched arms of Madame Rouge.

"How does it feel when after all the fighting you did, your enemies are still alive?" she said.

"Nothing! It's just doing my job.'' replied Robin, swinging his battle staff at her.

"Oh sister dear!'' cheered a voice. Starfire looked up and saw a purple star bolt hit her. The tamaranian girl crashed into the ground. Starfire gasped to see her sister, Blackfire, hovering down towards her. "Blackfire?!" exclaimed Starfire.

"I have some…unfinished business with you!'' her sister cried out, her eyes glowing with purple.

Beast Boy threw Mallah against the counter. Beast Boy charged, but Mallah used his feet to kick the green colored hero across the room and into the wall. "Azarath Metrion Zinthos!'' chanted Raven, grabbing the entire sofa and dropping it on Mammoth before he could react. Slade sent a forceful kick at Robin, who blocked it with his battle staff.

"Listen to me, do you actually think I would side myself with them? They came to me with a strange looking character with yellow glowing eyes. I had to join, to make it inconspicuous.'' Slade whispered.

"Then why aren't you helping us?" replied Robin, pushing back.

"Only when the times call for it.'' he answered.

"And when's that?!" Robin said, knocking Slade back. Gizmo towered over Robin from behind. Slade leaped over Robin's head and landed in front of Gizmo, who then grabbed the two front legs and pulled down to bring Gizmo down. "Right now.'' Slade said, looking over his shoulder at Robin.

Starfire was flying across the room, shooting beams of her star bolt energy from her eyes. Blackfire fired a large beam out of both her palms. Starfire did the same. The two blasts collided in a big explosion, blowing both tamaranians to the ground with a bang. Mammoth stood over Starfire, she gasped. "Who's going to save you now?" asked the villain, raising his foot over her head.

Robin kicked Mammoth across the face, throwing the massive behemoth across the floor. Robin gave Stafire a smile before helping her up. Beast Boy slid up to his feet. "I'm really starting to hate this.'' he said. Mallah came down at the three. Cyborg stepped in and fired his sonic cannon, blowing Mallah through the ceiling.

A metal clone grabbed Robin and tossed him into the wall. "Robin!'' exclaimed Starfire.

Madame Rouge grabbed Starfire with her elastic hands, pinning her to the ground. Cyborg went for Rouge, but Cinderblock exploded from the ground, hoisting himself up and grabbed the half metal hero. Beast Boy and Terra were suddenly grabbed by some familiar looking gooey substance. The crease at the bottom of the had the body of Plasmus coming through it. Plasmus morphed into his monstrous form, holding the two in his tight grasp. A blast of blue lightning shot Raven in the back and forcing her to drop to the ground, unconscious. Overload chuckled as he stood over her. Slade slammed into the wall, dropping next to Robin.

"You know I hate it when I lose.'' Slade noted, while getting up.

Robin got up as well, seeing all the villains standing before him.

"I have a bad feeling about this.'' Slade stated, cracking his knuckles, and getting in a stance.

"Do not try, we have your friends, and you are outnumbered.'' said Madame Rouge.

"Numbers never matter to me.'' Slade snapped.

"We're not giving up Rouge.'' said Robin.

"Are you?" said Rouge, tossing Starfire over to Overload.

"If you harm her…'' Robin said angrily through his teeth.

"Oh I'm not, but I can't speak for him.'' replied Madame Rouge, moving her hand to point at Overload.

"You're letting your feelings for your girlfriend get to you.'' Slade noted.

Robin hated to admit, he really hated to admit it, but Slade was right. After the times in Tokyo, Robin and Starfire are more than just heroes and friends. Robin lowered his head.

"What do you want?" he asked.

"Your utter surrender.'' she replied darkly.

All of a sudden, the windows that viewed the city, one section shattered and a huge boom was created in the room. Everyone looked over to the spot. The smoke cleared, revealing Sonic, in his Werehog form, on all fours. "Now…the odds are even, who's first?" Sonic said, giving the 'bring it on' gesture. Cinderblock dropped the two heroes and charged, along with Plasmus and Overload, who did the same with their captives.

Sonic raised his fists an inch or two, both flurrying with sky blue energy. Sonic took a short jump forward, holding his arms back, then stretching them forward. Unfortunately for the three gargantuan villains, they were all in a straight line. Sonic's two fists first hit Cinderblock, but sent him crash into Plasmus, behind him, then Overload. The three all stuck together, were thrown through the door into the main room, creating a massive bang, and a hole to match with. The villains all slowly turned their heads from what just happened to Sonic.

Sonic smirked, "Anyone else wanna' try that?" Sonic remarked.

Mammoth grabbed the flipped over sofa and tossed it at Sonic. Sonic grabbed it, but was pushed back by the force it was thrown. The tip of one of Gizmo's spider legs tore through it, barely meeting Sonic's heart, widening the heroes' eyes. Sonic swung the sofa in circles, sending Gizmo in the ride of his life. Sonic tossed the sofa to the wide, along with Gizmo still attached to it. Madame Rouge stretched her arms at him. Sonic grabbed them. "Hey, start running super sonic, and I'll sue!'' Sonic exclaimed. Sonic swung Rouge around and let her fly out the broken window he came in through. Sonic marched up to See-more, glaring down at him. "Boo.'' Sonic said simply. See-more quickly ran off in full retreat.

"So this is him; Sonic the Hedgehog.'' said a voice. Sonic turned to the broken window. There stood one of the craftiest villains of the titans; Brother Blood. "So you were the one who Mecha asked for help!'' Sonic yelled, pointing at him. "Yes, looked strangely identical to you.'' said the evil mastermind. "Obviously you haven't looked in a mirror, metal head.'' Sonic remarked. Blood gritted his teeth at Sonic's smart attitude.

"Before I set off, Mecha told me much about you. How you act, the way you treat others, the way they treat you! All I've seen is who the real freak is!'' Blood commented.

"Har, har, har. I've got no time for this!'' Sonic shouted, charging forward. Blood swung his foot up, hitting Sonic in the chin. Sonic swung into a backflip, landing on his chest. Sonic raised his head up, snarling.

"Come now, you can do better than that!'' Blood mocked, dancing in his fighting stance.

Sonic quickly grabbed Blood's leg and tripped him. Sonic grabbed him with his stretched hand and smacked him against the ceiling, then the floor. Sonic retracted his hand, smirking.

"Pretty wise of you to make such a move. Are you certain of trying again?" Blood taunted.

"Stand still, I'll try and not make you more ugly than you are now.'' Sonic bravely said. Blood growled furiously, changing his arms into sonic cannons, firing the twin red beams of energy. Sonic put up a shield, with the power of his transformation device. The beam impacted, trying to pierce through Sonic's shield. Sonic marched forward. "Keep trying! I think it's actually working!'' Sonic taunted, while chuckling afterwards. Blood ceased the firing. "Good thing he's on our side.'' Robin said, looking by his side, but Slade was already gone.

Blood fired his red beam, full charge at Robin instead. The boy wonder wasn't ready and took the blast to the gut, and severely smacking him against the wall behind him "ROBIN!!'' cried Starfire.

Sonic glared at Blood for his cowardly move. Blood jumped over Sonic. Sonic turned into his normal form and quickly jumped up. Blood struck his leg to Sonic's skull, throwing the blue blur back down to the ground. Blood landed by Robin. His costume had tears and rips, scars on his arms and face, as well as bruises. Blood picked Robin up by his collar and walked into the middle of the room. Sonic quickly got up, glaring at Blood, holding the injured hero in his hand. Starfire lie on the ground, tears streaming down her orange cheeks.

"When you're in the risk of losing a fellow hero, what do you do? You can only negotiate, hoping that the one in danger lives, instead of yourself.'' Blood explained.

Blood quickly changed his other available arm into a sonic cannon, firing it at full blast. Sonic used the power from his transformation device to put up another shield, blocking it.

"I fought…scum like you, many times before. All you do is use us. You threaten us with another of our own. Breaking the hearts of those who care.'' Sonic spoke, taking a glance at Starfire.

Sonic sent his gaze back at Blood. Sonic began to march forward, fighting back the energy beam.

"All you villains do is cause misery and chaos, you have no power. All you are is worthless human beings, treading this earth with your own reasons to throw the peace out of balance.'' Sonic continued.

"Noooo!!" screamed Blood, as he was losing power, dropping Robin.

"So if you'd be kind enough…LEAVE THIS PLACE FOREVER!!!'' thundered Sonic.

The shield instead turned into an energy sphere and shot forward, turning Blood's beam into nothing but thin air. The energy sphere hit Blood powerfully. The blast erupted in an explosion of light. Sonic's arm was raised to cover his eyes from the blinding light. Starfire crawled over to the unconscious Robin, as did Sonic and the other Titans.

"Is he going to be okay?" asked Terra.

Sonic put two fingers on Robin's neck. "What are you doing?" asked the auburn haired girl.

"He's checking for his pulse.'' Cyborg answered.

"It's faint, but he needs help. Since you've gave him looks, give him CPR.'' Sonic explained, referring to Starfire.

"What is this…CPR?" asked Starfire. "Well…uhhh, it's when you-" Beast Boy trailed off.

"Pucker up and breath some air into him, ok?" Sonic explained quickly.

Starfire gasped, Cyborg attempted to hold his laughter. Starfire bent her head down, putting her lips on his, and started to breath in air to Robin's lungs. Starfire came up to take in a breath of air, then did it again. This time, Robin woke up. Starfire quickly removed her lips, blushing deep red. Robin sat up.

"I have brought you back to life! Glorious!" exclaimed the cheerful tamaranian. He didn't know if he was blushing from the extensive coughing or from Starfire's CPR. Suddenly, Blood crashed down from the ceiling, sparks emitting from his damaged electrical parts. He fired his sonic cannons into Starfire, blowing her out the window. Sonic quickly dashed after her. Cyborg fired his own sonic cannon, knocking Blood out, for good this time.

Starfire was knocked out as well. The blast that hit her rendered her unconscious, probably due to it being at its highest limit. Sonic grabbed her in his arms, turning himself over, so he would take the fall. With a bang, Sonic crashed onto the rocky terrain the tower was built on. Cyborg helped Robin to his feet.

"You okay, man?" he asked.

"Yeah…I'm…I'm fine.'' Robin stuttered the words due to his injuries. Starfire was laying on top of Sonic. She sat up, her arms on the ground. "Oh no.'' she mumbled.

"Yo Star! You okay down there!'' called Cyborg, from the giant hole in the window.

"Yes, I am fine! But our friend…is not.'' she said sadly at the end. Starfire did the same thing he did to check for Robin's pulse, feeling nothing. She gasped horrifically. She had no idea what to do, he may slip into a coma any time soon, or even die from the hard landing he put on his spinal cord. Starfire then widened her eyes, having an idea.

"I shall give him the CPR!'' she exclaimed, loud enough for the titans to hear.

"WHAT?!" exclaimed the other titans, with freaked out faces.

Starfire took in deep breath, and I mean deep breath of air. Starfire bent her head down, blowing air into Sonic's mouth. She broke apart, then felt his pulse again. "Please….do not die.'' she murmured. She tried again, for a good give seconds. She broke apart again, gazing at his unconscious self, beginning to form tears. Starfire held his head up, and hugged him, with one hand one the back of his head.

"Oh, I am sorry…I tried to save you, but the CPR did not work! Please, come back.'' she whimpered. The Titans were down on the ground to experience this moment. Suddenly, the blue blur's right hand came up, poking her shoulder.

"Most…awkward…moment of my life.'' he said.

Starfire formed a gracious smile, backing her head away, seeing he was awake.

"You are alive! The remedy worked!'' the girl cheered happily, hugging him tightly.

"Are all tamaranians this nice…or strong?" Sonic asked.

"Actually, both.'' Robin answered.

Moments later, back inside the wrecked room the group just had. "Man! How are we going to clean this mess up!?" Cyborg exclaimed, looking at the damaged computers.

"You have a knack for things like this, don't worry, all it'll take is some hard work.'' replied Sonic.

Beast Boy chuckled at Cyborg, "Hahaha! Have fun cleaning!'' he taunted, while pointing at Cyborg.

"That goes for you too Beast Boy, Cyborg will need the help.'' Robin said.

Beast Boy's sudden laughter suddenly turned to dead silence. "Come on…Garfield, we have things to fix.'' said Cyborg, dragging him across the floor, while Beast Boy had his fingernails being used to stop him from being dragged further, but it didn't work.

"What's next for you then?" asked Raven.

"A friend of mine should be here shortly. He said he'll know when I'm done here.'' Sonic said using a spooky tone in his last sentence.

"And I'm right.'' said Ultimus, standing behind him. Sonic jumped, turning around to face him, placing his hand over the spot of his heart.

"Do you really need to make those kind of entrances?" Sonic snapped.

"It's one way of getting attention of those I need to talk to. Now, come with me to the roof.'' Ultimus said, disappearing in a ball of light. Sonic looked back at the titans. "Duty calls!'' Sonic said, giving them a smirk and thumbs up, while jumping out the window hole. Sonic spun in a ball up to the roof, landing beside Ultimus.

"So what was it that you wanted to show me?" Sonic asked immediately, remembering what Ultimus told him. Ultimus remained silent for a moment. Sonic raised an eyebrow at him.

"What do you see in front of you?" Ultimus finally spoke up. "Uhhhh…'' trailed the blue hedgehog, looking in front of him. All he saw was the bright moon, it's everlasting glow reflecting off the water. "The moon?" Sonic said, turning his head to Ultimus.

Ultimus slowly turned his head to Sonic, giving him a disappointed look.

"Look in your heart and soul, what do you see?" Ultimus asked again.

Sonic let out a breath of air, turning his head forward. "I see peace.'' Sonic answered.

"Explain.'' replied Ultimus.

"The moon…shows silence and harmony. Giving the people of this city to be happy about. Something…hopeful.'' Sonic explained his opinion carefully.

"Very good. Only through the small things that we don't notice, show significance of peace and happiness.'' Ultimus responded. "What does that have to do with what you want to show me?" asked Sonic, shrugging his hands. "It's time you've learned about my experiences with the Black Demons.'' Ultimus told him. Sonic's eyes widened the size of pancakes. Ultimus fought the Black Demons?

"You…fought…Thule?" said the surprised hero.

"No, but I fought his father.'' responded the elder hedgehog.

"He had a father? You gotta be kidding me.'' said the restless hedgehog.

"He was responsible for much suffering to my people. He was nothing but sheer ruthlessness, having not a single care for any type of humanity.'' Ultimus said.

"Your people? Blue hedgehogs like me?" Sonic said surprisingly.

"Technically, no. Visually, yes. My people were such a proud people, but that is no concern right now. Now I must show you how Thule got to who he is today.'' Ultimus continued, turning to Sonic.

"Will this, in some way help me defeat him?" Sonic asked curiously.

"Indeed it will.'' Ultimus answered, turning to him.

"So this is the same kind of thing we're going through just like how we visited my future, right? All glowing blue and that?" Sonic asked.

"Yes. Watch carefully, and be ready to learn, Chosen One." Ultimus said, raising his staff, which sparked with blue energy streaks.

"Be ready to journey and witness the chronicles and birth…of the Black Demons.'' Ultimus said, stomping his staff down.

A blue energy warp tunnel appeared in front of the two. The two jumped inside, it closed afterwards. After a deadly battle with Brother Blood and the Titans fearsome enemies, Sonic journeys with the wise Ultimus to learn the origins of how Thule, and his species came to be.

Location: Unknown, 5,000 years ago

"I hope you're right about this. Every time I confront Thule, it gives me a chill. There's something about him that doesn't makes sense.'' Sonic said.

The two hedgehogs were still traveling through the blue warp tunnel. "There is no need to hope. You will learn how Thule came to be. If there's any time to fret, it should be about Mecha and Eggman." replied Ultimus.

"I guess your right. So, where are we headed again?" Sonic said.

"To the past. We'll first learn of the problems between Azar and Lurk." Ultimus answered. "And this Azar guy was Lurk's father, right?" Sonic asked, wanting to confirm it.

"Correct." said Ultimus.

The light at the end signaled their arrival. The two were sent into it, both inside a ball of light. The spherical ball started to dissipate from the top, making its way all around. The two hedgehogs were all blue, like that of Aang when he enters the spirit world. The two were standing in a large room. Carved pillars on the left and right sides were built with snake like carvings in them. At the end of the room was a throne. The back of the chair stuck up about eight feet tall. Sitting in it was a Black Demon, Azar. His left eye was blind, his other eye with a scar across it. He wasn't as muscular as Thule due to his very ancient age. Above his head was a fire crown, much similar to Sonic's. "Step aside.'' Ultimus said, putting his staff in front of Sonic, lightly nudging him to the side. The two large doors into the throne room opened up. Walking inside was Lurk. He was much more taller and fierce looking. Lurk's right spike had a short segment of it broken off, from the top to be more precise. On his back was a sheath, with a large sword in it.

Lurk stopped in the middle of the room, bowing to his father. "Father, I have come with news.'' Lurk began. His voice was a tad bit like Thule's. Lurk acted like a 'gentleman' to people who deserved to be respected.

"Is it of my grandson? Have you named him yet, prince?" replied the hoarse voice of Azar.

"Lurk was the prince?" Sonic said shockingly.

"Of course. His father was king.'' Ultimus replied.

"Yes, I have. I named him Thule. I believe he'll be able to visit tomorrow.'' replied Lurk.

"Good, good. What of our new land?" asked Azar.

"We've had help from the Ultimanians to develop a portal that'll take us there.'' Lurk reported.

"Ultimanians? Wait a minute…'' the blue blur said, trailing off, looking at Ultimus.

"Who are-'' he began "They were my people.'' Ultimus interrupted.

"You were friends with them?" Sonic exclaimed, pointing at the two Black Demons in front of them.

"Back then, we were friends. Our sides were at peace with each other.'' Ultimus explained.

"How could you be friends with demons? From Hell?" said the confused hero.

"The Black Demons were from another dimension. As you just heard from Azar, they were preparing to move to Earth, underneath it that is.'' said Ultimus, chuckling afterwards.

"Very good son, is he here?" said Azar.

"Yes he is, I shall bring him in." Lurk replied, turning to the doors and walking to them.

Thule opened the door, letting in; Ultimus. "Okay, now there are surprises every second! What was up with you back then!?" Sonic complained.

"I told you. My people and the Black Demons were at peace.'' Ultimus told again.

"Why would you considering allying with a species called 'Black Demon'?" Sonic asked curiously.

"Because of their king. At the time, Azar was very respectful and a kind friend of mine. He was no demon.'' Ultimus said, taking in a breath of air.

Ultimus walked into the middle of the room. At that time, he had a black beard which started to turn gray. "Ultimus! Good to see you my friend!'' Azar said, getting up.

Azar was about six-foot, Ultimus five-foot. The two shook hands, then hugged, patting each other on the back. Azar separated, "How is your duty as Guardian?" he asked, walking towards the door.

"Very good Azar. I was surprised when the Ancients chose me." Ultimus answered, turning around to walk by his side.

"The Staff of Destiny, am I correct?" Azar presumed, pointing at the staff in Ultimus's right hand.

"Indeed you are right. Passed down to every guardian who is chosen to protect the Temple of Fate. Such a legendary tool.'' Ultimus said, admiring it.

"Enough about me, how goes your day? Any problems, sire?" Ultimus joked.

Azar chuckled. "We are moving to a new dimension. It's called Earth. I've heard many things about it, very strange place." Azar replied.

"It's always good to see how one being can cling onto one problem after another.'' Ultimus said.

"I don't see it as a problem, just a bit of a…roadblock. My people worry of our new domain we will live in, but I tell them there is nothing to worry about.'' Azar explained, feeling oddly confused.

The two exited the throne room, Lurk was standing outside. "Ah, you must meet my son. Lurk, say hello to Guardian Ultimus.'' Azar introduced.

"Prince Lurk, an honor to meet you.'' Ultimus said, shaking hands with Lurk.

"Likewise, I've heard much about you. I wish you luck ad the new guardian.'' Lurk replied.

"Thank you, we'll talk later.'' Ultimus said, following with Azar down the hall.

Lurk took in a breath, then walked inside the throne room. "Very prominent kid you have. Are you proud to have a son so honorable that'll soon take the throne?" Ultimus said.

Azar remained silent.

"Is something wrong?" Ultimus asked, trying to get his friend's attention.

Azar lowered his head. "Share your thoughts, old friend. There's nothing wrong with seeking wisdom to help yourself.'' Ultimus told him truthfully.

"I fear something…is coming.'' Azar admitted, using a dreaded tone.

"Such as?"

"Lurk's newborn. Our sages tell us that the Prophecy of-"

"You know it is a curse to speak those words. You should know that the Prophecy of the Doom Master is just a lie.'' Ultimus replied.

"I saw signs…in his eyes.'' Azar said slowly.

"You think Lurk will be responsible? I've seen Earth's future, trust me, there will be many certain individuals to keep the peace.'' assured the guardian.

"This is far much different, far much worse I believe." said a grim Azar.

"No, his newborn; Thule. I think he's the Doom Master.'' said Azar, stopping in front of Ultimus.

"Don't let this cloud your mind, as well as your judgment.'' Ultimus told him fiercely.

"I'm not sure about it. I've taught Lurk everything I know, except…he's forwarded them to do dastardly things.'' Azar continued.

"One cannot be judged by the teachings of their master. The only judgment that can be passed down is how the use it. That's why you're worrying.'' Ultimus explained.

Azar turned around and continued walking, with Ultimus by his side. "Even if the boy is destined to do so, I'll-"

"You'll what? Kill him?" exclaimed Azar, turning his head to him.

Ultimus stopped in his tracks, feeling slightly guilty. Azar stopped a moment later. "I'll only act if you request it. Your judgment is what's most important right now. It's your choice.'' Ultimus said in a respectful tone.

Azar sighed with distaste of the situation. Such a rendering decision, either way it would end, it would cost him dearly. Would it be the right choice though? Azar has trusted Ultimus for almost his whole life as king, could he allow his best friend to kill his grandson? It would also bring up, if even Thule is the first problem on a long list of complications. A matter of fact, however it ends, Azar may be at peace, but most likely in a way not so peaceful.

"When I make the choice, you must honor it. Will you?" Azar said, giving him a forceful look.

"I shall. You have my word.'' Ultimus replied. The two shook hands one final time before departing from each other.

Sonic and Ultimus watched the two friends walk separate ways. "Thule was born to become…this Doom Master? What the heck is that suppose to mean?" asked a confused Sonic.

"The Doom Master is a spiritual being. He was once a Black Demon, but fed up with the idea of conquering other worlds. My father was sent to fight him.'' Ultimus said.

"Your father?" said Sonic.

"For his old age, he couldn't fight such a powerful creature. Our people begged of him to fight the Doom Master, but he refused." Ultimus continued, as he walked forward.

"What was the name of this 'Doom Master'?" asked Sonic, catching up to Ultimus.

Sonic stopped by his side and walked with the elderly hedgehog. "His name was Ra-Chun. He was a demigod. A being who has the powers of a god, but still mortal. My father, Ultima was confronted by my brother, Truelmus. Truelmus wished to fight Ra-Chun, using the power of our most prized possession.'' Ultimus continued.

"The Ring of Rebirth.'' Sonic said plainly.

Ultimus nodded in agreement. "My brother was much stubborn than he was strong. He was bull headed, always taking the path to take down his foes, using the most riskiest of tactics." Ultimus explained.

"So did your father let him?" Sonic asked.

"Unfortunately…yes.'' Ultimus said, shutting his eyes.

"You must've been worried then. Did he beat him?" Sonic replied.

"Truelmus was sent out. He was the current guardian of my people at the time. He took the Staff of Destiny and the Ring of Rebirth to find Ra-Chun and kill him. Sadly, after a week, he never returned." Ultimus said sadly.

"So, at this time right now, it's already past?" Sonic asked.

"Yes, 5,000 years.'' Ultimus added.

"Dang, how old are you?" asked a surprised Sonic.

"I'm about 1,000 years old.'' he told him, smiling underneath his beard.

"Man, that's pretty cool. So, what happened after that?" Sonic said, changing the subject back to the current one at hand.

"My father chose me to become the next guardian. He recreated the Staff of Destiny…and that is how I became guardian.'' Ultimus said, stopping, as well as Sonic.

"Now we must travel forward, we will see how Azar made his choice about his grandson. The chronicles continue!'' Ultimus said, raising his staff up, with the ball glowing. "You just have to make it dramatic, don't you?" Sonic said with his crossed arms. A warp tunnel appeared in front of the two, which they both walked into, immediately vanishing afterwards.

Location: Hell, 8,000 years forward

A pair of feet, feet of a Black Demon, walked down a large hall. By his side, was a somewhat shorter Black Demon. In Azar's throne room, a blue portal opened up. Sonic and Ultimus walked out. The two walked off to the side. At the throne, was Azar sitting in his chair, beside him was Ultimus, now with a fully gray beard, talking to Azar from the small steps. The two doors opened. The two elders looked to the door. Lurk walked in, with his son Thule. He didn't have his muscles structure yet, the spikes on his back haven't fully grown as well. "Ah! Thule, nice to see you again!'' said Azar, standing up and walking towards him with open arms.

Thule marched forward, hugging his grandfather. The two split apart, Thule spotted Ultimus, giving him a slight snare. "Pleasure to finally meet you Thule.'' Ultimus said, bowing his head slightly to him.

Thule looked away. "Don't mind him Ultimus, it's a part of growing up isn't it?" Lurk said.

"Yes. Yes it is.'' Ultimus said unsteadily.

"Thule, would you mind going into the next room with Ultimus, I need to talk to Azar for a moment.'' Lurk said, looking at Thule first, then to Ultimus. Thule nodded, and headed for a door into another room, which Ultimus followed to. Thule walked inside, running over to the bookcase. Ultimus closed the door behind him, then turning back around. Thule reached for a book, grabbed it, and sat down in stone carved chair. Ultimus sat in the chair opposite from him. Ultimus rested his staff against the side of the chair, clasping his hands, looking at Thule, who was busily looking through the book.

"What do you have there?" Ultimus asked, breaking the silence.

"It's a book about our people. Their origins.'' Thule said.

His voice wasn't deep at all, he sounded like a teenager. "Your father must be proud.'' Ultimus added.

"I like visiting him. He teaches me new things everyday, makes me more curious to learn about history.'' Thule said, turning two pages.

"What about that? How does that work?" Thule asked, pointing at the Staff of Destiny. "This? Well, my father forged it for me. It holds immense power known as Chaos." Ultimus said, showing the staff to him.

"Amazing! Is your father doing well?" said an excited Thule.

"He's doing very well. Great man. Raised me to study this staff and its eccentric powers.'' Ultimus said.

"May I…take a look at it?" asked Thule, grinning. Ultimus looked at Thule for a moment, smiling. Ultimus handed it slowly. Ultimus saw a shifty looking figure reflecting in Thule's eyes, having glowing yellow eyes. Ultimus quickly took the staff back, Thule looking confused.

"Is there…something wrong?" asked Thule, feeling strange.

"No, no. I'm fine. I think your father is waiting for you." Ultimus said kindly.

Thule got up and put the book away, leaving the room, an angry look on his face. Azar and Lurk stood in the middle of the room. "I thank you for coming over Lurk, have a nice trip home.'' Azar said to his son. Thule stopped by Lurk's side. "We will father. I'll have lots of things to talk about with my son.'' Lurk said with a smirk, tightening the grip of his hand on Thule's shoulder.

The two left the room, leaving Ultimus to walk up by Azar, while the doors to the throne room shut. "You may be right. I saw something appear in the boys' eyes.'' Ultimus immediately reported.

"What? What did you see?" asked Azar, turning to him.

"A misty figure, his bottom half was of black mist.'' Ultimus described.

"So…I was right." Azar said, turning to his throne chair, putting a hand on his forehead while walking to the chair.

"Is it true? Did I see the Doom Master?" asked Ultimus.

"Yes. That fits his description." said a shocked Azar, turning around to walk back to his chair.

"Then if it is true, how will we stop him?" asked Ultimus, holding out a hand, then lowering it.

"Don't say it like that." Azar quickly snapped in a hushed voice, sitting down in his chair.

"My apologies." Ultimus said, holding his hand up in front of his face, then lowering it.

"We must alert Lurk of this! Your people's future depends on it Azar!'' exclaimed Ultimus.

"I wish it was that easy. I have a feeling Lurk won't know how to take it. He'll probably kill him! I will not have my grandson's blood on my hands due to my misconception!'' Azar yelled, raising his voice every moment through his words.

"Azar, listen to reason! Do you wish to watch as Ra-Chun takes over this world and every other he sets his eyes on?!?" exclaimed Ultimus, swinging his hands.

"DON'T JUDGE ME!!!'' thundered Azar, standing up, a wall of fire rising behind him.

Ultimus was a bit intimidated, only a bit. "You shall respect my choices! You told me before you shall honor my choice no matter what! Are you going against your own word?!'' shouted the enraged king.

Ultimus lowered his head with disappointment. "I'm sorry Azar,'' Ultimus mumbled.

The fire behind Azar died down, with Azar sitting back in his chair. "But if this monster gets loose…I won't let him harm MY people or YOURS!'' Ultimus snapped, pointing his staff at him.

Azar's eyes tightened angrily. "How long have we known each other?" he asked.

"Many years.'' Ultimus replied, tightening the grip on his staff.

"Well…IT ENDS TODAY! I will not let you harm my family over a sad hypothesis!'' Azar shouted, firing a black sphere at him.

Ultimus swiped his staff, blowing the sphere into nothing but air. "I knew what I saw! You possibly can't believe your old friend is lying to you!'' Ultimus snapped at him.

"Fine. So what do you want me to do? CONFINE HIM TO THE HELLHOUND ARMY!?!? He wouldn't last two minutes!'' Azar thundered furiously.

"I said no such thing! I know the tales of how their methods are! I never said anything of the hellhounds!'' Ultimus protested.

"I trusted you! ALL MY LIFE I TRUSTED YOU! Now you leave me no choice!'' Azar thundered angrily, firing a breath of fire from his mouth. Ultimus formed a blue shield around himself, blocking the fire. Ultimus dropped the shield and leaped forward.

Azar formed two twin fire blades in his hands. Azar blocked Ultimus's staff, both in a lock. "Why would you dare go the distance to make me suffer?" Azar said with a vicious glare.

"I'm…not trying to harm you…I'm trying to protect you and the sanctity of you people!'' said Ultimus, using all his strength to fight against Azar's.

"Then why do you utilize treason to disband our trust!? Our people's undying friendship has lasted generations! Now…BECAUSE OF YOUR HATE…I'LL END IT!!!'' thundered Azar, blowing Ultimus far back and slamming against the door, cracking it.

"Why did you guys have to fight? You think I have problems? Look at you!'' exclaimed Sonic.

"I had my doubts…as do you.'' Ultimus told him. Sonic looked at him with a shocked expression.

Back to the battle with the two past friends. Ultimus swung his staff in circles over his head, letting loose chaos spears. "Chaos Spears! Wow! You created them!?" said the surprised blue blur.

"Your compliments aren't needed. I studied the Chaos Emeralds for many years.'' Ultimus replied, not a hint of gloat in his voice.

Azar fired his breath of flames. Ultimus shot a stream of water out the crystal ball on his staff, distinguishing the fire. Ultimus shot a bolt of lightening out the palm of his hand. Azar was struck in the shoulder, knocking him back on his chair. "How…DARE YOU!!'' shouted Azar, firing two streams of black energy out both his hands. Ultimus took the blast and slammed against the door again. Azar leaped down at him with his flame swords hung back. Ultimus fired a blue ball of energy out from the crystal ball, blowing Azar into the ceiling, dropping debris down on the ground. Azar's flailing body dropped down face first to the ground.

Ultimus ran up to him, pointing his staff down at him. There was a bleeding scar on the side of Ultimus's face.

"Finish it…TRAITOR!.'' Azar bellowed.

"I would never do such a thing. I am not a killer.'' Ultimus said, taking his staff away from Azar's face.

Azar looked confused. Azar was right when he knew Ultimus all his life. What ever situation came Ultimus's way, he would deal with in a peaceful manner, not killing or further harming his foe. Ultimus believes that when someone commits something evil, they shouldn't pay with their lives, he wasn't taught that way. Ultimus strongly believed in justice. The foe in question should not die, suffer, or bleed for a punishment, Ultimus confined evil doers by confinement, and nothing more. Violence leads to aggression, which ends in sadness.

"I've learned so much from my father. Killing is not one of them. Not even you. You're my friend, Azar.'' Ultimus said in-between tiresome breaths.

"Maybe, but I can't live my life knowing my grandson's life is in trouble.'' Azar snapped, rising to his feet.

"We can handle it. You just need to trust me.'' Ultimus protested.

"I'm afraid I can't do that!'' Azar quickly said, punching Ultimus across the face, throwing his staff out of his hands.

Azar felt his hip, groaning. Azar turned back around. He was suddenly stabbed in the back, by an extreme force, sharp, painful, and fatal. Azar dropped to his knees. The Staff of Destiny was being held by two black clawed hands. The crystal ball was formed into a spike, driven through Azar's back, and now, coming out his chest. The blade was pulled back out, then dropped by the lone figure who ran out of the room without notice. Ultimus began to stir. He lifted his head up, seeing the lifeless corpse of Azar in front of him.

"No. No, no, NO!!'' shouted Ultimus uncontrollably.

Ultimus saw the black blood coated on the crystal ball of his staff. Ultimus picked it up. Suddenly the doors behind him were knocked down. Armored Black Demons rushed in, gasping at the scene in front of them. Ultimus turned around, with a blank expression on his face. He quickly teleported himself away, far away. The guards rushed in, checking Azar, only to find it utterly hopeless.

Sonic and Ultimus were suddenly sucked into a blue warp tunnel, the scene in front of them vanishing. The two turned towards each other.

"Wait, what happened? Who was that?" Sonic questioned.

"It was planned from the start. Lurk wanted the throne. He knew that Ra- Chun gave up his spirit to become one with Thule. So he ordered his son to kill Azar, and so then Lurk could take the throne and begin war with my people.'' Ultimus explained.

"Man, this is just too much! Why is Thule trying to bring his father back then!?" Sonic asked demandingly.

"Thule does not have the knowledge of Chaos Control. Lurk was a master at it just like me. He wants the fate of Earth to be sealed by 2012, that's all he wants.'' Ultimus told him.

"What am I suppose to do first then?! Whoever I run after first will only end up in the other getting away! Whoever gets away, we lose. I'll become Mecha one way, the world will be destroyed by Lurk, what else is there!!'' complained Sonic.

"You were destined to do this Sonic. It may come as surprise, but for those who are put into this world, they have a purpose. They don't find it out for a while, but when they do, their sole purpose is to brave the bold. You may think of it as the perfect storm, but always, no matter what outcome, the sun will always rise in the end." Ultimus explained, before vanishing before him.

"Ultimus? Where am I being taken?" Sonic exclaimed, spinning in circles.

"The final battle is coming, Eggman is ready to make his final move. He plans to reveal Eggmanland in a few hours. Your friends will be brought together soon. You may think it's your destiny to end the world, but it's your fate…that'll change it.'' echoed the voice of Ultimus.

The bright light at the end of the tunnel came into view. "Whatever I have to do, whatever comes at me, it's going to end…tomorrow.'' Sonic said in his head, with a brave look on his face as he came closer to the bright light.

The final battle is looming closer. The 2nd Dimensional War sees its end tomorrow. With the stakes high, with our heroes in the biggest battle of their lives. All they've been through, every battle they come in contact with, all comes together in the apocalyptic ending of the greatest war this world has ever beheld.

Sector V Treehouse, 8:30 am

Shadow's restless soul, still lied in a state of unconsciousness. He was in the hospital wing, laying on a bed. A blanket over his chest, and a white bandage wrapped around his head. Kuki sat on a chair next to the bed, she was holding Shadow's hand. Shadow's eyes began to twitch, Kuki began to smile. Shadow opened his eyes, turning his head to see the gracious smile on Kuki's face. Shadow sat up, Kuki gave him some room, letting free of his hand. "What…what happened?" Shadow said dizzily.

"You've been out for two days." Kuki informed. Shadow tossed the sheets off his body, letting his legs hang off the edge. He felt the inside of his head hammering away at him.

"Before you say, or try anything, we're going to talk.'' Kuki said in an enforced tone.

Shadow was about to speak, but Kuki placed a finger over his lips. "No more. Rest. Once you're ready, meet me in my room.'' Kuki told him before leaving the room.

The loathsome hero felt sorrow for no one else but himself. His wrongful choices only brought him into more darkness and despair. Shadow put his legs back on the bed to get some more rest before his engaging talk with Kuki.

30 minutes later

Shadow walked into Kuki's room, looking around for Kuki. He rubbed the bandage that was on his forehead, then lowered his hand when he saw the entrance to the balcony. Her hair swaying in the wind, Kuki looked at the bright sun. Shadow stopped by her side, resting his arms on the wooden rail. "Did you really want to do it?" she began in a soft voice.

"What?" he replied.

"Destroy our hope.'' Kuki said, looking at him. Shadow didn't return the look, he only sighed.

"We can solve this…together! Killing Sonic won't stop what happens to me. We all don't live forever.'' Kuki explained to him, hoping to get through to him.

"I know you must think I'm stupid but I-"

"I don't think you're stupid.'' she interrupted, putting a comforting hand on his shoulder.

"Let me finish.'' Shadow said, looking at her. Kuki removed her hand.

"Everything I've done, was all out of protection. I saw the outcome of the future and I panicked. I couldn't stand it anymore…I snapped. I became obsessed with wanting to make sure you were safe.'' Shadow said, turning to her.

"Shadow you've been doing that ever since we met!'' Kuki said with a smirk.

"I've only caused more pain.'' Shadow added, turning back to face the sun.

"You can still control your destiny Shadow, you always have. You're so strong willed and protective of those closest to you. Why do you think I said you're the best friend I've ever had after we defeated Eggman for the first time?" Kuki said, with tears of joy coming down her cheeks.

Shadow turned to her, forming a smile. Kuki opened her arms. "I forgive you, Shadow the Hedgehog.'' she said teary eyed.

After that, she couldn't help but hug him strongly. Shadow returned the hug in the same manner. Their great friendship has been through so much, but all that can't amount to the recent occurrences. The wind started to pick up, but strangely, it was something familiar to them. They broke from the hug to see the silhouette of a UH-60 black hawk hover in front of them. The chopper turned sideways, revealing General Richards. "Shadow, we need your help."

Nearing Manhattan, 2:30 pm

Shadow and Kuki rode the chopper for hours, it was extremely nerve racking, but still a test for skills of staying awake. The chopper landed on a large warehouse, which was a staging area for the military. "First things first, we're picking up a strange power anomaly coming towards the city.'' Richards said, pushing open the doors, with Shadow and Kuki behind him. "Eggman?" Shadow guessed.

"No, something entirely different." Richards replied, opening a set of doors, walking into a large computer room.

On the biggest screen at the end of the room, the three stopped at. "Here, look at this.'' Richards said, quickly pressing a few keys.

The monitor came on, showing a radar map of the city, and a large green wave coming towards it. "Whatever it is, it's very similar to Chaos Control.'' Richards informed. "Oh no.'' Shadow said immediately, with widened eyes.

In the Avatar dimension, a blue wave came from behind the gang, who had Zuko back. The beam went through them. San Francisco, it picked up Robot Boy, Tommy, Lola, and Gus. In Sonic's dimension, the huge wall came towards Angel Island. Knuckles was standing on top of the Master Emerald, watching the wall come around him. The beam also picked up Tails while flying the Tornado. Every other hero was taken from their dimension, but it also attracted a Chaos Emerald. The streaks of color each emerald left behind it lit up the sky. Flying out of each dimension were the seven emeralds and the seven world rings. Finally they all appeared in random spots around Earth. All converged down towards Manhattan, leaving a brilliant streak of light behind them.

Shadow, Kuki, and Richards walked outside. The huge wall of energy came towards them from the ocean. "It is chaos control. Either it's sending someone to us, or we're about to end up in another dimension.'' Shadow said. The huge wall of white light stopped on the section of land in front of them. The three looked bewildered. The light suddenly exploded into thin air, revealing all the heroes in front of them, even Silver!

"Uhhh, what just happened?" Bubbles asked.

"Don't know, but I am going to pummel whoever did this!'' shouted Buttercup.

"This is just beyond strange.'' Shadow clearly noted.

"I hope there's a good reason for us being here.'' Silver said, stepping forward to Shadow.

"It wasn't planned, so calm down. Eggman caused Chaos Control.'' Shadow told him.

"Whatever reason it is, now is not the time. There's something going on out there. Eggman is planning to fire his bomb.'' Richards said.

"What bomb?" asked Silver.

"Don't you see? He used Chaos Control to get all of you on Earth! Now the madman is sending his ultimate weapon into the Earth's core to destroy the whole damn planet!'' Richards exclaimed.

"Ohhh.'' Silver said naively. "We already have transports, and since convenience that brought you here, you will be readying yourselves to have your final battle with Eggman." Richards said.

"How can you be sure of that?" said a voice from behind. Richards turned around, all the heroes looked to see; Sonic.

"I think it's destiny. Destiny brought us together for this.'' Sonic said.

"You…YOU CAUSED TOO MUCH TROUBLE!!" Richards yelled at the top of his lungs.

"Simmer down pal, I'm here to join you.'' Sonic added.

All the heroes, except Shadow, automatically cheered. Sonic wore a nervous face, holding his hand up trying to get a word through.

"I know everything as of now. Eggman's plan, my origins, origins of my demons, I was destined to end this. So…who's ready to bring down Eggman?" Sonic said.

All the heroes exchanged looks, then rose their fists up, cheering. Shadow stepped forward with Silver by his side.

"You going to punch me or did Kuki get through to you?" Sonic stated.

"I've learned much from my past, mostly my mistakes. Working together is the only option, but you better live up to your so-called destiny.'' Shadow said, jabbing Sonic with his fist, before walking away.

Sonic and Silver looked confused. "He took it pretty well, huh?" said Silver.

"Looks like it.'' Sonic added quickly, smirking.

"I wish you luck Sonic. We'll be with you.'' Silver said, shaking hands with the blue blur. "Thanks Silver.'' Sonic said with a smile.

An hour later, at the same spot, the heroes all stood together waiting for Richards to explain another of his plans. Richards walked up in front of them. "You may have heard this from me before…but uhh…I don't need to tell you how important this is." he began.

The heroes listened promptly and honestly to what he was saying. "For years we've dealt with Eggman's utter destruction! But not anymore! Eggman is planning to revel his base, Eggmanland.'' Richards continued.

The mere mentioning of the place gave Sonic chills, you already know why. "His base is extremely large, heavily fortified, but also he's also at his most vulnerable. Eggman's been hiding under the North Atlantic some time now, building his Destroyer device for months. We could've never find it due to it's material makeup, blocking our scans from ever locating it." Richards pressed on. The tireless general took in a breath of air. "I'd never thought I come this far…in my career. I thought I'd never see the end of Eggman by myself…but with you….all brave heroes.'' Richards said, slowly waving his arm from one end to the other. The heroes would never see the moment Richards made such a comment, but they did. "We'll be riding in V-22 Ospreys. Carrying you in groups, you'll all fight together once you reach his base. It's your jurisdiction on the battlefield, not mine. You've been fighting this man for years and I shouldn't be a part of controlling your power. We'll set off at 4:00 pm, in that time, talk, relax, walk around until that time comes. At 3:35, all of you meet back here to armor up, you'll need for the fighting you're going to encounter, dismissed.'' Richards finished, walking away, feeling solemn for the heroes.

It was bad enough at Chicago. They had to wait for Eggman to make his move, now it was their turn, and it was horrible. All the pain Eggman caused the heroes, they all wanted to end this dreadful war for good. You could say it was their job, but it would be making it sound disrespectful. Being a hero isn't a job, it's a duty. A commitment to putting your life on the line to bring peace to thousands of others, each and every hero felt this, and had no doubts about it. Who felt most nervous out of them all? Sonic was one of them, but the fear of death isn't shared by one being in war, we all fear it, and it's normal. Hours passed, it was now 2:00 pm, two hours left until it all ends. Sonic walked up to Brandy. Brandy turned around, smiling. "Ironic, isn't it?" Sonic spoke first. "What?" asked Brandy. "Years ago I remember meeting you, and…being together.'' Sonic said, looking away, while scratching the back of his head. Brandy blushed red.

"And now, we're about to finish Eggman for good? Yeah, pretty crazy.'' Brandy said.

"But if you could please,'' said Brandy.

Sonic raised an eyebrow. Brandy rested her hand on his shoulder, bending down to give him a kiss on the cheek. "Be careful.'' she said, standing straight up. Sonic gave her a thumbs up, "You got it.''

Sonic walked past Sector V who all waved at him, which he returned. All he saw was his brave friends readying themselves for the final battle. Sonic spotted Appa and the gang. "You know this kind of reminds me of the Day of Black Sun invasion.'' Sokka said, putting a hand on his chin.

He was already in his wolf armor. "Except we won't lose this time, get it right Snoozles.'' Toph said, pointing at him.

"It's just weird. I can't believe I would do more than stopping the Ozai, but now look!'' Aang noted.

"Gives me things to worry about too.'' Sonic said, stepping in.

"We all wish you luck Sonic.'' Katara said.

"Thanks guys. I rather worry about you guys than myself.'' Sonic said, not in the mood to think about himself.

"You should worry. For some reason, Eggman only plans on taking you out.'' Toph said sarcastically.

Sonic chuckled, "That's how the old fat man works. Take one out, you take down everyone else.'' Sonic stated.

The gang wore worried expressions. Sonic smiled, still keeping his charisma up. "Even if I have to do what has to be done, I'll still be with you. You don't need to worry about my destiny, I was born for this." Sonic said.

The gang all looked at him. Toph suddenly hugged Sonic. "You dolt! Why do you have to be so brave?" she said.

The gang laughed at her comment and joined the group hug. "Come back safe.'' said Katara.

"We're rooting for you.'' Zuko added. The gang split apart and waved goodbye to Sonic.

Sonic was walking in the headquarters next to the warehouse. It was where all the computers, technology, and even some of the heroes were. Sonic walked down a hallway, he saw some of the Pokemon Trainers in rooms to the left and right, saw Jenny talking with Robot Boy, and one room made him stop. He walked backwards to the open room, seeing Amy sitting on the bed. Sonic stepped inside, knocking on the door. Amy looked over her shoulder, quickly getting up to see her lover standing there. Sonic closed the door, then walked up to her. She quickly hugged him, her arms wrapped around his neck. She was already shedding tears, she had every reason to. Amy broke from the hug, her hands rested on Sonic's shoulders.

"Are you really willing to do this? I can't stand thinking about it.'' she sobbed.

"Amy…'' Sonic trailed off.

"I'm coming with you.'' she said. "No, you aren't.'' Sonic retorted.

He was suddenly kissed on the lips right after his comment. Amy parted away, her eyes half open. "I risked too much to lose you.'' he said.

"I'll be by your side.'' she said softly, rubbing his cheek.

Sonic narrowed his eyes, he really hated it when she does this, but he had nothing to blame her with, there was no need for it. Sonic grabbed the wrist of the hand that was on his cheek and lowered it back down. Sonic blew out some air through his nose, nodding his head left to right. Sonic then kissed her lovingly. The two fell on the bed, Sonic on top, using his tongue to deepen the kiss even further. Amy began to pull down her tank top, then went back to kissing him. In that moment, the two showed their unbreakable bond of love for each other. It was 3:35, time to go. The heroes were all in a large open tent, putting on armor. Each and every one put pads of strong sheet metal on their shoulders, knees, forearms, a chest plate, and a reinforced helmet. Aang painted an arrow on his helmet. Katara painted the Water Tribe insignia on the chest plate. Zuko did the same with his, painting the Fire Nation insignia on his. Toph had Katara paint the Earth Kingdom insignia on hers. Lilo passed Stitch a plasma gun, while she put on a protective helmet. Stitch wiggled his hand in a 'no' gesture. "You stay. Stitch don't want you hurt.'' he said. Lilo lowered her head and quickly hugged her alien friend. Not all could go. Lilo, Whiskers, Tommy, Lola, and Gus had to stay. The Pokemon heroes put on their Pokeball belts. "Am I the only one thinking this is uncomfortable?" said Ash. Sector V had their numbers painted on their chest plate. Shadow walked in. He was wearing black body armor, looking like a knight. His Chaos Sword was in its sheath which was on his waist belt. He was holding under his arm a helmet. It was specially crafted, so the helmet matched his head so his quills would fit. "Are you ready?" asked Kuki, with a smile. Shadow put down the face cover, which was a gold visor. "You know it.'' he replied.

Underneath the North Atlantic, EggmanLand, 3:40 pm

Eggman and Mecha WereSonic were in a humongous room, housing the Destroyer device in the middle. A long crane like arm held the Destroyer device up. The bottom half of the device was a huge drill so it could tunnel to the Earth's core. A large hole of earth was underneath the device for it to travel directly to its target. Eggman handed the woven covered Blade of Destruction to Mecha.

"Don't remove the cloth, the hex is still on it.'' Eggman quickly informed.

"A hex? Why the hell is there a hex on it and I'm holding it?!" complained Mecha.

"The woven cloth hides the hex from affecting the user, it's safe.'' Eggman added. Mecha huffed, flying up to the top of the device. There was slot for the sword to fit in. The tip of the blade was revealed. Mecha drove the blade into the slot. The giant Eggman symbol on the front began to fill up with a red light. When it was full, it glowed bright. "Excellent. Now…raise the base! THIS WAR ENDS TODAY!!!'' Eggman shouted, raising his hands outwards, giving off his maniacal laughter.

Back on land, the ground quaked. The heroes looked out to the ocean. The water exploded, the first thing to see was the large round building Eggman was in. More structures also came into sight. The whole base was on one giant slab of earth. The heroes looked in shock to see the mighty base rise from the depths of the ocean. Richards walked up to Shadow. Shadow turned around with surprise. Richards was wearing a military outfit.

"You're coming with us?" said Shadow, crossing his arms and smirking. "It is the end of the world, I have to get involved.'' Richards replied.

Moments later, the heroes gathered in front of a huge row of helicopters that went along the edge, the water in front of them. Sonic was standing beside the bed, watching Amy sleep tenderly. The sheets covering her naked body. Sonic had regrets, but he didn't want to risk it. Sonic walked out of the room and shut the door quietly.

Sonic made it outside standing in front of all the heroes. "Some of you may have fears, some may not, because that's what makes us who we are. I've all fought by your sides multiple times, and I honored every second of it. I've made a lot of mistakes in my past. Now…I'm going to set things right. 'We're' going to set things right. For years we've dealt with the violence Eggman spread over our lives, now we end his reign of chaos! Once and for good!'' Sonic chanted. All the heroes cheered for him. The blades of the choppers began to twirl. "LET'S END THIS WAR!!!'' Sonic yelled. All the heroes and military soldiers shouted and screamed, running to their transports.

Five Ospreys for the heroes and military personnel, ten Black Hawks, three Chinooks, and four Pave Low choppers for protection. Citizens of New York cheered wildly, shouting 'good luck' and 'go get em'!' It was a powerful moment. The tiresome heroes ran up the ramps into their respective Ospreys. All the choppers lifted off one at a time. Sonic instead sat on the wing of an Osprey, a sturdy glare on his face, his destiny coming full circle for the last time. The battle to end it all, the final climax, the end of the brutal fights with Dr. Eggman. The past of each hero comes together on this day, their final fight, the brawl to end it all. Every encounter in the past makes up for their big battle today, giving them strength, hope, and above all their friendship. It all comes together…as one. Every minute they came closer to the huge isle with Eggman's base on it. A small rocky shore all around it was all the heroes had for cover. Watchtowers and robots at the wall ready to fight, it sounds like an advantage, but it's a weakness. The heroes had either their heads rested back or their eyes glued to the floor, none of them talk, not even the soldiers with them. Sonic stood up, seeing Eggmanland in close view. Sonic ran to the front of the Osprey. He hung his head upside down in front of the pilots, giving them a shock.

"Open the door!'' Sonic exclaimed.

The pilot acknowledged his request and opened the back ramp. Sonic quickly ran to other and, ran off, and spin dashed inside. "Omega, you have the Ring of Rebirth?" Sonic asked.

"Correct.'' he answered. "I need it.'' Sonic said.

Omega hesitated, he looked over at Jenny, she nodded 'yes'. Omega opened the cartridge holder in his gut, showing the Ring. Omega handed it to Sonic. Sonic put it on his right index finger, clenching the fist.

"All right everybody, we're ready to drop y-'' a sudden shot scraped the Osprey.

"What the hell was that?!?" exclaimed the pilot.

"Looks like they got fortifications down there. Echo-Six, you got a lock on them?" said the other pilot. "Roger that, firing now.'' said the pilot of a Pave Low helicopter, firing ten rockets. The rockets blasted apart the cannons put on the watchtowers.

The heroes could feel the chopper going lower and lower. "In 5...4...3...'' the pilot began, going towards the rocky shore. "2...1...GO, GO GO!!'' the pilot shouted. The Osprey landed hard, shaking the passengers out of their seats. The back doors opened. Toph fired up boulders at the guns on the walls, blowing them away. The black hawks landed, dropping Richards and his men. Shadow ran out, firing chaos spears at the top wall, but being blasted by a laser shell that shot him back towards the ground.

Bullets, shouting, people dying, metal being ripped apart was all they heard. Sonic landed on the rocky beach. "Eggman…here I come!'' he exclaimed bravely.

He leaped up, over the wall and into the city. "Showoff.'' Shadow muttered, before getting up. Sector V showered metal clones in their 2x4 technology weapons. A Pave Low fired its missiles at the wall, blowing robots off, as well as the laser guns and artillery weapons. "We're moving in! Take the forces on the left flank, then bring down this wall!'' Richards ordered into his communicator piece on his ear.

Sonic blasted through a building wall, looking left and right. A red energy beam shot down at Sonic. The blue blur quickly dashed forward, spinning around in the process. Mecha WereSonic tackled him to the ground. Sonic quickly kicked him off, and spin dashed Mecha right into the metal wall of a building. Sonic leaped back, gritting his teeth angrily. Mecha dislodged his arms, then the rest of his body.

"You made a mistake coming alone.'' Mecha inquired.

"I didn't, I got backup.'' Sonic snared.

"I meant not with you, right now you idiot.'' Mecha cursed.

Sonic roared, charging forward. Mecha fired his chaos cannon. Sonic leaped over it and kicked Mecha in the jaw, then grabbed his shoulders and flung him forward. Mecha crashed through a building wall, into the amusement park section. Sonic ran through the hole, quickly seeing Mecha's fist coming at him. Sonic ducked and went through Mecha's open legs. Mecha turned around, arming both gatling guns to fire. Sonic leaped high up, until landing on the giant ferris wheel. Mecha appeared a foot away from him. "You see all this before you, and what? You try too hard Sonic, that's why you're weak!'' Mecha yelled fiercely, firing his gatling guns again.

Sonic quickly acted by dropping into the holder beneath. Mecha changed one gatling gun into his rocket launcher, firing a single shot. The shot blasted Sonic out of it and smacked against a bar. Sonic fell towards another, but he grabbed it just in time. Sonic helped himself up. Mecha broke through all the support bars, charging down at Sonic. The blue hedgehog swung his foot straight up, right into Mecha's chin. Sonic leaped up to give Mecha a punch in the jaw. Mecha broke through a few more bars and the small carriers where people would sit.

Mecha reluctantly teleported behind Sonic, giving off chaos blast. The whole ferris wheel broke apart and began to tilt sideways. Mecha fired his chaos cannon. Sonic took the blast and was sent down back to the ground. Mecha landed in front of him, pinning Sonic to the ground by grabbing his neck tightly.

"What are you going to do now, Chosen One?" Mecha said, chuckling.

A black beam of energy shot Mecha in the back, throwing him into the metal building wall. Sonic lifted his head up, seeing Thule. "The prophecy was right. The Chose One, destined to fight the mirror image of himself and the unholy demon, me.'' Thule began, firing spikes out of his palms.

Sonic ran left and right, but he grabbed two and shot them back at Thule. The two were driven right into Thule's knees, making him roar with pain. Sonic suddenly ducked, a purple ball of energy firing over him and hitting Thule, firing the demon far back. "Wasn't who I was aiming for, but still…that works.'' said the voice of Mephiles, hovering down behind Sonic.

Mecha grabbed Mephiles by the back of his head and tossed him aside. "Damn fool.'' Mecha cursed.

Sonic kicked Mecha in the gut, forcing him to the ground. "Bad idea.'' Mecha said, firing his Chaos Cannon into Sonic.

The blue blur launched into the sky. Thule appeared above him shooting a breath of fire down at him. Sonic spin dashed downwards fast. Sonic aimed diagonally at Mecha. Sonic bounced off Mecha's head, who he looked back at Sonic getting away. The wall of fire consumed Mecha. Sonic skidded to a halt. Thule jumped through the flames. With a quick thought, Sonic changed into his Werehog form. Roaring with fury, he charged forward. The two locked each other in a grapple.

"Where's your little servant?" Sonic asked.

"I gave her life back, put her in jail where she belongs. Though, I did find someone else.'' Thule said, pushing Sonic away.

The wind cracked, a stream of air hit Sonic and exploded in a large ball of flames. The half metal Combustion Man stood on the rooftops.

"Now if you don't mind, I have someone to resurrect.'' Thule said, before departing with Chaos Control from the Emerald of Demons.

"That reminds me.'' said Mephiles. A ring of fire formed around him. "I don't think so! NOT AGAIN!'' Sonic yelled, tackling Mephiles, knocking him out of the ring of fire.

Sonic continuously punched Mephiles in the skull. "You're not bringing him back! Not this time!!'' Sonic shouted.

The Combustion Man took in a breath, Sonic heard it. The hedgehog held Mephiles up, Combustion Man fired. Sonic tossed Mephiles up to the beam. "NOOOOOOOO!!!!'' he echoed. The beam impacted, causing a huge explosion, knocking Sonic across the ground. Mecha stood still, covering his eyes. The dust cleared, revealing Sonic to get back to his feet, and Mecha on the other side of the smoke cloud. "You're right about one thing Sonic. Through everything you've fought, it all culminates today. IT'S OVER!!'' Mecha shouted, getting in a stance. "It's over for you bolt brain!'' Sonic remarked, raising his fists.

One portion of the metal wall fell down, the heroes all rushed in. Shadow deflected bullets while leading the way. He leaped into the horde of robots, letting loose a controlled chaos blast, blowing them all apart. A stream of fire came down from Combustion Man. Shadow put a shield of chaos energy. The blast hit with extreme force, but the shield still held. Shadow dropped the shield and swung his sword in a diagonal wave, sending a vertical slice of Chaos energy towards Combustion Man. The slice cut his metal right arm off. He looked in shock at it. He looked forward, seeing a huge chaos spear. Combustion grumbled furiously. The spear connected in a bright explosion.

"COME ON! KEEP MOVING!'' shouted Shadow, raising his sword up. Katara and Aang fired a wall of icicles at a horde of robots, cutting them down to size. Zuko shot a huge fireball at two Egg tanks, blowing them into the air and smashing on a group of robots. Ash's Pikachu used volt tackle to mop up a slew of robots, causing them to explode into nothing but bits. Piplup launched a whirl pool, swinging the robots into walls or short circuiting them. Sokka cut the arms off a egg titan, then cut the heads off of three metal clones. Amongst the chaos, Shadow stopped to look at the building Eggman was at. The huge red dome with a humongous white Eggman symbol on the front of it. Shadow lifted his visor up. His usual glare on his face.

"You better know what you're doing Sonic.'' he thought to himself.

"Come on Shadow! Hurry up!'' yelled Kuki from up ahead. Shadow dropped his visor in front of his face then ran forward to catch up with the others.

Sonic was running down a rollercoaster track with Mecha following at high speed. Sonic spin dashed back right into Mecha's face, making him dizzy. Sonic jumped towards Mecha and punched him in the gut. Mecha fell off the tracks, breaking through another section of tracks and finally slamming into the ground. Sonic plummeted down right into Mecha's gut, causing him to roar in agony. Suddenly, lightening shocked the sky. Sonic looked up. Sonic ran up a building and saw the Egg Dome in the center. Standing on top of it was Thule, holding the Emerald of Demons in one hand, and the Blade of Destruction in the other.

"Mecha! Thule has stolen the Blade! He's bringing Lurk back to life!'' Eggman yelled through the built in communicator to Mecha.

"I know.'' he responded, rising to his feet. Thule held the woven blade up. A streak of lightening connected to the blade, staying there.

"Born from fire, chosen by doom. Oh, power of Ra-Chun bring back my sacred father! KING OF THE BLACK DEMONS!!'' Thule chanted, raising the Emerald of Demons up as well. The clouds in the sky turned red, the whole sky became bleak. The clouds opened up, a ray of black mist rained down in front of Thule. The mist formed into Lurk. He was much taller than Thule. His arms had more muscle, the right side of his face was burned. Thule bowed down.

"Thule…HA! My son, you've done it!'' Lurk congratulated. Thule held the blade up to him.

"Bring forth the prophecy of this worlds end father.'' Thule said, looking up at him. Lurk grabbed the sword, removing the woven cloth. The azure red blade brightened as he held it up.

"For this world has known it's end…the skies will turn black….cracks will form in this place…fire will ravage through this world! Fate has made its choice…with the power of this holy blade…I SHOW…NO MERCY!! For now, bring upon the END…OF…THE WORLD!!!'' Lurk chanted the sacred words. The water around them rose and washed. Red lightening struck at the structures of New York city. Buildings began to form cracks in them. Fires exploded from within. Fireballs shot down from the sky like a meteor shower. Streets cracked open, revealing spewing streams of fire. Lurk held his arms diagonally outwards as the chaos began to ensue. The legend of 2012...has became reality.

The wind blew against Sonic's face with fury, but he fought it. Mecha landed behind him, alerting Sonic to turn around. "Look at it! HAHAHA! It's so funny! These damn people don't have the right to live in this world when they know no matter how much prayers they say, no matter what they try to tell themselves…IT'S NOTHING!!'' Mecha shouted.

"Then let's stop complaining and end this…FOR GOOD!'' chanted back Sonic, leaping forward.

The two collided, blowing each other back. A fire ball came down from the sky towards them. Sonic saw it coming. Mecha charged forwards. Sonic held his fist back and sent it right into Mecha's snout. This friction launched Sonic all the way to the Egg Dome. The giant fire ball impacted the building, causing fire to consume the inside and finally implode. Mecha, however, came flying out of the fire storm.

Sonic landed in front of Thule and Lurk. "YOU! The Chosen One, Sonic the Hedgehog. I thought you would never be born. Such a pathetic name, who could believe in such a prophecy.'' Lurk taunted, stepping forward.

"Trust me when I say it, I've heard plenty about you to know how cowardly you are!'' Sonic snapped back at him.

"Ultimus. That old hag still breathing?" Lurk questioned.

"You should learn to make threats when they're not behind your back.'' said a voice.

Thule and Lurk looked up to see Ultimus hovering in the air. "In this case, I guess I'm right.'' Ultimus said, floating to the ground.

"Ultimus…'' Thule mumbled angrily.

"You were unwise to come here and try and stop me!'' Lurk barked.

"You were a fool to have your own son kill Azar!'' Ultimus shouted.

"Wow, so he did kill him.'' Sonic thought in his head.

"My father was weak. He only cared about having peace! NOT ANYMORE! I couldn't handle his utter weakness, it was disgusting.'' Lurk cursed about his father.

"I think you're disgusting! I can bet my face still looks better than yours!'' Mecha taunted from behind Sonic, who was hovering in mid air.

"The mirror image of the Chosen One. Impressive. As impressive as it is, I have a prophecy to finish!'' Lurk said, flying into the air and heading towards New York.

"Sonic! You must stop him!" Ultimus exclaimed.

"What about you?" asked Sonic "I'll deal with him.'' Ultimus said, directing his attention to Thule.

Mecha was already long gone chasing after Lurk. Sonic turned into his normal form and jumped down towards the city. Lurk flew overhead the other heroes, Mecha following him. "This day just doesn't stop getting better!'' said Jenny. Sonic skidded to a halt in front of the group. "I'm going after Lurk and Mecha, stop Eggman before he launchers the Destroyer!'' Sonic quickly told them before continue his run. Shadow looked in front, widening his eyes. Metal Sonic, Metal Knuckles, and Mecha WereShadow stood before them. "Like I said, keeps getting better.'' Jenny stated, arming her katana blades.

Ultimus and Thule stared each other down. The other waiting for his opponent to make the first move. Thule's veins in his forehead showed. He immediately fired a breath of fire. Ultimus swung his staff around in circles, swirling up the fire and then shooting it back. Thule took the powerful burn to his gut. Thule raised his head straight forward, seeing Ultimus bash it over his skull. Thule fell on one knee. Ultimus walked back, turning the crystal ball into a spike. Thule formed his two spikes out of his forearms, crossing them in front of his face, giving of a malicious grin. The two charged and collided their weapons.

"Just like old times, huh Ultimus?" Thule said, kicking him in the gut, making Ultimus back away. Thule jumped up and dove down with his spikes aimed down. Ultimus fired a bolt of lightening out of his hand, blowing Thule high into the air. Ultimus Chaos Controlled himself above Thule's flailing body and swung his staff down on his belly, firing Thule back down. With a bang, the demon landed. Ultimus appeared a few feet away.

"What was the first thing you thought when your brother didn't return? Did you even think about him? Did your people even honor his sacrifice?" Thule questioned.

"He died honorably, he went down fighting. Vowing to protect our people, he was very strong.'' Ultimus told him.

Thule charged, clashing his spikes with Ultimus's staff. "Well…thanks for the compliments…brother.'' Thule said, inching towards his face.

Ultimus wore a horrified face. Thule took advantage and kicked Ultimus to the ground. "That's right Ultimus, it's me! Truelmus! HAHAHAHA!!'' he told him.

Ultimus sat up, a scar across his forehead which was bleeding a bit. "Ra-Chun honored my strength. He made me a deal. Wear the Ring of Rebirth and make your two choices. I did.'' Thule said, kicking Ultimus in the stomach again, rolling him to the edge.

"I was reborn as Lurk's new son, a black demon. Ra-Chun's spirit came into my body so I could become Doom Master. Lurk knew it when he looked in my eyes.'' Thule continued, yet again kicking Ultimus in the gut.

Ultimus rolled up the very edge of the building. "I was asked by Lurk to kill Azar and then…put the blame on YOU! It worked gloriously!!'' shouted Thule.

Ultimus glared at him. He used chaos control to make his staff appear in his hand. Ultimus stood up and knocked the Emerald of Demons out of Thule's hands. Ultimus pushed Thule to the ground. Ultimus dashed to it. Ultimus rose his staff up and drove the spear formed crystal ball dead center into the emerald, shattering it into a million pieces. Thule looked at his hand, beginning to turn to bone. Ultimus turned around with an angry glare. Thule's whole body began to turn into bone. His whole body turned into dust and then swooped up into the wind, gone forever.

Jenny grabbed Metal Sonic and smashed him against a building. Mecha WereShadow fired his chaos cannon, blowing her into Omega's arms. "There are very forceful.'' Omega noted, putting Jenny down.

Shadow kicked Metal Knuckles in the gut, the backed away, leaving Croagunk to use poison jab right in his chest, blowing him back a few feet. Shadow fired a strongly concentrated chaos spear at each of their power sources, rendering them more weak. A fireball crashed behind the three villains.

"I'm beginning to think this isn't worth it.'' said Metal Knuckles.

Mecha Wereshadow gave Shadow a glare. Mecha looked at Richards. "You think you've won this?" Mecha said, sounding uncontrollably angry. Mecha armed his gatling gun, aiming at Richards, "THINK AGAIN!!'' he exclaimed, firing off a few rounds, into Richard's chest.

The general stood there with widened eyes. Shadow glared with a vicious look at Mecha. Mecha began laughing uncontrollably until all three teleported. The heroes gathered around the wounded General. Three large bullet holes were in his chest cavity, his eyes were closed, his pulse dead as night. Shadow lowered his head, moving both of Richards's hands over his chest. Shadow stood up, turning to the Egg Dome and began marching.

"Head back to the city!'' Shadow exclaimed, unsheathing his Chaos Sword.

Back in New York city, chaos was unleashed. Most of the population was heading for the Brooklyn Bridge, even began swimming in the water! Lurk was standing atop a skyscraper. He rest a hand over his heart. "What is….happening? The Emerald of Demons…has been destroyed.'' he said, removing his hand.

"Ultimus has bested Thule, damn him.'' Lurk muttered to himself.

"That's not even the beginning!'' shouted Mecha Weresonic, tackling Lurk in the back.

The two slammed against the building on the other side then directly down towards the street. With a boom, the two crashed into the ground. Mecha swung Lurk into a nearby car. Mecha charged at him, but Lurk fired a black energy sphere directly into Mecha's gut, blowing him back.

"You do know that sword holds a hex?" Mecha said.

"I know, but this sheath on my back is the same material used to block the hex." Lurk said, putting the blade in the sheath attached to his back.

Mecha growled as he was proven wrong. "Don't start without me!'' said Sonic, dropping in-between the both of them.

"So glad you could join us! Now I can both end your pitiful lives and put a rest to your so called destiny!'' Lurk yelled angrily.

Mecha fired his Chaos Cannon at Lurk who was blasted down the street by its force. Sonic jumped up onto a light pole to dodge another blast from Mecha. The ground shuttered, opening a crack in the ground. Fire spewed out of it. Sonic quickly leaped up to a building, dashing up it.

"COME BACK HERE AND FACE ME!!!'' thundered the angry Mecha, utilizing his jetpack to give chase.

Sonic quickly did a homing attack right into Mecha's face, causing Sonic to bounce over to the roof of another building. From the inside, the building began to alit with fire. Sonic leaped into the air again just before the building imploded into fire. Mecha grabbed Sonic by the throat and tossed down towards the street. Sonic cracked the easily broken ground, making a crater. Lurk stood in front of, taking in a deep breath. Sonic saw the fire forming behind his teeth. Sonic spin dashed into the air right in time to avoid the stream of fire released from Lurk's mouth. Sonic saw Mecha charge him. Sonic stuck both his feet out for Mecha to run right into. Lurk appeared above Sonic to stomp both his feet into Sonic's head, shooting him down to the ground. A fireball from the sky came down directly towards Lurk. The king of demons looked up. He stuck his hands up, stopping the fireball and holding it. Lurk threw it down at Sonic, laughing evilly the whole time. Sonic was pinned to the ground by Mecha.

"Really Mecha? Do you want to die right now?!'' Sonic exclaimed.

Mecha looked up. Sonic kicked Mecha off him, Sonic himself boosting back from the force of the push he gave Mecha. The fireball exploded on impact. Sonic looked up at Lurk, but he also spotted what was at the top of the Empire State Building. At the very top, the small circle was the Master Emerald. Swirling around it were the seven chaos emeralds. Around each chaos emerald was a world ring. Sonic was attacked from behind by Mecha. Sonic dashed right into his gut in ball form. Mecha held Sonic back with his hands, but Mecha jumped up and smashed Sonic into the ground like he just got a touchdown in a football game. However, Lurk was gone. Mecha suddenly heard a loud boom from behind.

He turned around to see Dr. Eggman in the Egg Dragoon. He used this robot in his final confrontation during the Dark Gaia crisis. Except this one was much different. To start with, it's legs were much thicker and larger. Instead of two weapons, there were four. The giant drill, the machine gun which can also shoot ice spheres, a giant flamethrower, and a cannon that can shoot three times the chaos energy as Mecha's Chaos Cannon.

"Did you launch it already?" Mecha asked.

"Of course! It'll probably reach the core in a few minutes.'' said Eggman with a devilish smirk.

The doors to Eggman's chamber blew down, Shadow walking inside. The giant hole in the ground, with a distant rumble was heard. Shadow ran over to the hole to see that the Destroyer device already half way down. "No. Dammit!'' Shadow cursed, running out of the room.

The drill shattered through the Earth's crust. The eight tentacles came out. The bomb wrapped around the extreme and intense heat the core gave. A time appeared on the huge dial, starting at 20:00 minutes.

"You got to stop Lurk! I'll finish Sonic.'' Eggman ordered, glaring down at Sonic's motionless body. Mecha readied his jetpack and shot up into the air, heading for the Empire State Building. Sonic slowly rose to his feet, seeing the giant Eggman robot in front of him. "Finally….finally decided to fight, huh?" Sonic taunted, not caring for his current state.

"I've done all the fighting! You were just dumb enough to fall to your own demise; Yourself.'' Eggman stated.

"True. I've learned from it. I now know what it takes to be a hero, what it takes to bring peace…to a world…at war.'' Sonic said bravely.

Eggman fired his chaos cannon, blowing a huge hole where Sonic was standing. Eggman marched his robot through the smoke, seeing Sonic standing on the other side of the street. Eggman growled ferociously. Sonic raised his fists. "You've fought against everything I have! Now…your life ends…BY MY HAND!!'' Eggman yelled, readying his weapons. The ultimate showdown between good and evil. Sonic the Hedgehog has fought all of Eggman's evil inventions, but now he faces the master. Sonic the Hedgehog vs. Dr. Eggman!

"All this time I wanted you to feel guilty for yourself…and it worked brilliantly!'' Eggman taunted, firing ice beams.

Sonic ran forward, jumping on top of a car, then leaping straight, turning into his Werehog form, to switch into his Werehog form. Sonic quickly grabbed hold of a car and swung it at Eggman. The car exploded, pushing the massive robot back. Sonic came through the smoke with a fist raised back. Eggman fired his chaos cannon, blowing Sonic miles down the street, covering his body with bruises, dirt, and scars. It's as if he already had enough, these just added to his collection. Eggman dropped down, the huge foot of his robot coming down at him. Sonic leaped back, landing on his feet. Sonic shot forward like a drill, burrowing into the front of his robot, clipping it hard enough to force the robot to fly back and land on its back with a crushing boom.

"You tried too hard on making my life a wreck so I wouldn't help end the war! You were wrong!'' Sonic threatened, tossing two cars from both his hands.

Eggman quickly rose up, shooting the two cars with his flamethrower, exploding them in mid-air. "It worked didn't it?" Eggman chuckled. Sonic growled furiously at this remark, and ended up charging forward.

Eggman let loose a huge stream of fire. Sonic leaped over it, diving down towards the robot. Sonic drove his fist into the cockpit, putting a crack in the window that was protecting Eggman. Sonic latched onto his back. Eggman activated the boosters. The fire burnt Sonic, forcing him to smash into the ground. Eggman turned around while hovering in mid-air. Sonic grabbed both the huge feet. Eggman pressed a blue button. The legs sent a shock of electricity across Sonic's arms and into his whole body. Sonic was shot back across the ground. Eggman deactivated the boosters, marching towards Sonic's body.

"You think you were destined to do this! HA! From what you've been through, I don't think you'll even last three minutes."

Sonic's eyes opened up. Eggman dropped his foot down at Sonic. Sonic quickly got up and grabbed the foot. Sonic yanked it off, causing the Egg Dragoon to fall over. Sonic tore the other leg off. Sonic jumped up, went into a front flip, and slammed the huge leg down on the robot. Sonic tossed the leg aside.

"That may be true Eggman, but it's the past, and to me? The past doesn't matter. Only the bright future ahead of it.'' Sonic stated.

Eggman quickly pressed the eject button, freeing himself from the Egg Dragoon, and flying back to Eggmanland. Sonic looked at the Ring of Rebirth on his finger. "It's time.'' he said. Sonic changed back into his hedgehog form. As soon as he did, a blue bubble formed around him. Sonic shot up into the air towards the Empire State Building.

The other heroes came to the base camp. Omega rested Richards on a hospital bed. Shadow sighed heavily. "Such a great leader.'' Shadow said, lifting his visor up.

"We must got after Sonic.'' Jenny informed.

"Right. Everybody! Let's go!'' Shadow ordered, putting his visor back down and running outside the tent only to be stopped by guess who; Amy Rose. She was wearing the clothes she was wearing before. "Where is he?" she asked plainly, sounding scared.

Shadow lowered his head, then looked back at her. "Fulfilling his duty.'' Shadow told her.

Lurk hovered in front of the Master Emerald, glaring with envy at all the power in front of him. Suddenly, the blade was taken out of his sheath, then driven through his gut. Mecha was hovering behind him, smirking evilly from underneath his helmet. Lurk's whole body turned to dust, Mecha grabbed the sheath. Mecha put the sheath on his back. Mecha looked at the sword with evil and atrocious things on his mind. Suddenly, Sonic landed on top the Master Emerald. His back turned to Mecha. Sonic turned around to face him. The Ring of Rebirth began to glow. The emeralds with the seven world rings hooked back then charged towards Sonic's body in a brilliant flash. Mecha lowered his arm when the flash ended. Hovering before him was something he's never seen before. Sonic's fur was glowing hot white. The eye color of his right eye was blue, his left eye color was red. The seven Chaos Emeralds were shrunken and pierced themselves into Sonic's forearm, three on one and three on the other, each glowing vividly. Four of the world rings were around each of his fingers on his left hand. His right hand already had the Ring of Rebirth on his index finger, the other three were on the other three fingers. The seventh chaos emerald was also shrunken and bulleted into the spot between the two quills on his back. The Master Emerald was the same, but a few inches bigger in diameter. It was in the top of his chest. It was a super form beyond perfect. He became; Ultimate Sonic.

The world rings glowed brilliantly when Sonic clenched his fists. Mecha chuckled, then went into full blown laughter. "I can match that.'' muttered the villain.

Mecha held the Blade of Destruction up. A bolt of red lightening struck and went around the sword, then curled around Mecha's body. Mecha's eyes turned glowing red. His armor was painted crimson red. Titanium spikes came out of his elbows, and along his forearms. A mouth formed in his helmet showing razor sharp teeth. A crown of fire formed above his head. Mecha glared at Sonic. He has become; Ultimate Demon Mecha. "Look…at…THIS!'' Mecha exclaimed.

"Are you done yet?" Sonic asked.

"I guess you're right! I wouldn't want to keep you WAITING!!!'' Mecha thundered evilly, while in a fit of laughter.

Mecha formed two swords in his hands, the blades alit with glowing red energy, the handles were black. Sonic formed a sword in his right hand. The handle was relished with gold, the blade was pure silver, then it alit with blue.

"THE FINAL SHOWDOWN!" Mecha shouted.

"The final climax.'' Sonic muttered to himself. The two charged directly at each other. The final battle for the survival of Earth has began. Two ultimates fighting, one for peace and love, the other for destruction and savagery.

The two clashed swords. Sonic fired beams from his eyes, the left beam blue, the right red. Mecha hovered back, then charged forward again, swinging his swords which released clear cut waves of chaos energy. Sonic flew up and down, dodging each one. Mecha's Chaos Cannon came out, except it fired a much larger beam, blowing Sonic down towards the street. "NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL FIREPOWER!!'' Mecha laughed, flying down towards the street. Sonic rose from the crater, flying back into the air. Sonic pointed his sword forward, letting loose a huge beam of blue energy from the sword's tip. Mecha created a red bubble shield around himself. Sonic teleported behind him when he dropped the shield to slice his sword across Mecha's back, making him howl in pain. Mecha turned around and punched Sonic in the gut, plummeting through a building and hitting the ground with a loud and echoing boom.

Sonic made his sword disappear. The seven world rings glowed furiously. Mecha came through the hole Sonic crashed through and down at Sonic, with his swords held tightly. Sonic stuck his arms directly up at Mecha, stretching his fingers apart from each other. Several small chaos spears shot out from his fingertips repeatedly. Mecha wasn't suspecting of this, taking every shot until he fell to the ground, where still Sonic continued the ferocious assault. After a few more seconds, the blue blur finally halted the barrage. Mecha limped out of the dust cloud. The right half of his helmet was gone, revealing his disfigured face. Sonic, wasn't disgusted at all.

Mecha made his twin blades vanish. Mecha shot a huge wall of fire from his mouth. Sonic stomped the ground with his foot, raising a pillar of earth, resonating with blue energy. Sonic shot the pillar forward. Mecha rammed through it then shot his chaos cannon. The powerful cannon hit Sonic directly, swarming around him and smashing the hedgehog hero through five buildings. Mecha appeared on the other side to grab him by his neck and tossing him directly through the front of a bus and out the other end. Sonic landed on his feet, skidding across the ground. Mecha picked the bus up, hovering above.

"TRY AND STOP THIS CHOSEN ONE!!'' Mecha thundered. He threw the huge bus down at Sonic. Sonic crouched down and fired a green beam, powered by the master emerald, to turn the bus into nothing but bits.

Mecha came through the smoke and tackled Sonic to the ground. "Think of it…you have all this power…and so do I! Ever thought of ruling this pathetic planet?" Mecha proposed his deal.

"NEVER IN A MILLION YEARS!!'' Sonic snapped, firing his eye beams directly into Mecha's face.

This shot Mecha into the air. Mecha slammed into the ground, his helmet dropping by his side. Mecha stood up grinning with his half skeletal and fleshy face. Sonic shot a huge blue Chaos Spear at Mecha. Mecha did the same, but his was red. The two forces collided in an epic explosion, right after the two rivals tackled each other in the smoke. Sonic was holding Mecha by his shoulders, as was Mecha. Sonic tossed Mecha through a building, causing it to blow a portion of the building away. Sonic shot his mini chaos spears from his fingertips again. The Chaos Spears quickly tore the building wall up, causing all sorts of explosions and fires. Mecha let loose his Chaos Cannon, blowing Sonic away. The beam kept firing, with Sonic in it. The beam ripped apart skyscrapers and tore apart at the ground once it impacted, then exploded in one final moment. Mecha teleported over to the spot. The building to his right was tipping against the building on the other side, debris littered everywhere on the street. "Where are you!?" Mecha chanted.

"Are you still afraid? Afraid you'll make the wrong choice?" Mecha taunted as he laughed.

A sudden crack caught his attention. The building's top half that was leaning against the other suddenly smashed down on Mecha. Sonic standing on top of it. The blue blur hovered over in front of it, crossing his arms, knowing it wasn't over. A window pane dropped out, Mecha stepped out, chuckling like a madman.

"You've outdone yourself, Sonic!'' Mecha commented.

"You once said my choices corrupted me…now look at you.'' Sonic said.

"The apple doesn't fall far from the tree, doesn't it?" Mecha joked, firing his Chaos Cannon.

Sonic shot high into the air, Mecha doing the same. The two encircled each other. The red sky shocked with lightening.

"AFTER SO MANY YEARS OF TRYING TO STOP ME…NOW IT COMES DOWN TO THIS!!'' Mecha shouted over the wind and lightening. Sonic only watched what he had to stay.

"Generation after generation will later remember this day as their end! And only YOU…YOU TO BLAME!!!'' Mecha yelled.

His hands glimmered with red energy. The seven chaos emeralds, including the master emerald shined brighter.

"THE FIRST DIMENSIONAL WAR WAS TEMPTING ENOUGH! But now…you will see your end!!!'' Mecha yelled evilly.

"YOU POISONED MY MIND FOR THE LAST TIME!!! This ends now!!'' Sonic thundered angrily. Sonic's hands glimmered with blue. Mecha stuck his hands out, firing a huge, thick beam of red chaos energy. A red snake like creature with a v-shaped head and white eyes went around the beam, it's mouth in the form of a grin. Sonic narrowed his eyes. He then shot a much huger beam. The two forces collided. It was now a test of strength. Sonic's eyes tightened from the ongoing force he had to put against Mecha's beam, and the force he had to increase on his own. The Ring of Rebirth, it's stone shined, turning the beam into a much stronger force. Mecha looked shocked and confused as his beam was beginning to be pushed back. Sonic's eyes were closed shut. He then opened them, his cringed face glaring. Sonic sent a shock, disrupting Mecha's beam, turning both their beams into thin air.

Sonic flew forward, his hands covered with resonating blue energy. Sonic held his hands back as he came closer to Mecha. "There is no…SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ANYMORE!!!!'' Sonic yelled at the top of his lungs.

Sonic came right up to Mecha, hovering a few inches higher than him. Sonic let loose the huge blue beam of pure chaos energy. Mecha was sent down to a ravaged Times Square. The heroes walked across the horrible landscape, only to have Mecha crash into the middle. Sonic landed on top of him. Mecha was laying against a slab of Earth. Sonic wrapped his hand around his throat. "I told you…evil never wins.'' Sonic said, tightening his grip. Sonic grabbed the Blade of Destruction and pulled it out.

"Y-y-you're a d-damn…f-fo-fool!'' Mecha choked on his blood.

"Look what it took to get through to ya.'' Mecha said.

Sonic looked around the area in front of him. "Destruction…p-p-pain…and eternal su-suffering…something you can't take back!'' Mecha continued.

Sonic stood straight up, then glared down at Mecha.

"You can't defeat me…I-I'm…y-y-you.'' Mecha said, before chuckling.

"Yeah, I may be you. You may have my skills, my abilities, my face, my strength, but it's like I said….you lack ONE single thing!'' Sonic said.

"I…am the…ultimate! What do you have that I don't?" Mecha questioned. Sonic closed his eyes for a few seconds. He opened them, jabbing the sword into Mecha's power source. He gasped heavily. Sonic inched up to his face saying, "A heart.'' Sonic removed the blade. Mecha's eyes remained open, his horrible appearance will remain reminiscent to Sonic for ages.

Sonic turned around to see all the heroes, with Amy in front of them, and Ultimus by her side. Sonic breathed heavily with his tired lungs. Ultimus marched up to him. Ultimus smiled at him, forming a lone tear in his left eye, which he wiped. "You remind me of my father.'' Ultimus said, smiling.

Sonic returned the smile. Sonic then let his grip on the sword loose, but his fingers wouldn't move. Ultimus looked at him struggle, but he knew the reason why. "When Lurk forged that sword, he put a hex on it. For whoever uses it, a person very close to them…must kill the wielder.'' Ultimus said.

Sonic didn't a change of expression. "But you're form…it was only known by my people. It was a godly form, so the blade will severely weaken you, not kill you.'' Ultimus said.

"Amy…she has to do it.'' Sonic guessed.

Ultimus nodded in agreement. Ultimus moved away.

"Amy…come here.'' Sonic said.

Amy walked up to the godly form of Sonic.

"I choose you.'' Sonic said, pointing the sword at Amy. The sword hovered out of Sonic's hand and glued into Amy's right hand. She shook with fear by his motives. "No, no, NO, NO, NO!!! I WILL NEVER DO IT!!'' she shouted.

The silence broken by her fretful cries made the moment more dreadful. "It won't kill me. I have to finish Eggman and get his bomb out of the Earth's core…and end this war.'' Sonic told her strongly.

Amy had tears gushing from her eyes. Sonic placed a final kiss on her lips, which she returned lovingly. Sonic parted, Amy's lips still puckered. She opened her eyes, and lowered her head. She slowly drove the sword back. She did the impossible. Amy Rose…stabbed Sonic the Hedgehog. The tip of the blade in Sonic's chest. Sonic was already coughing and choking, each one made Amy flinch. Ultimus handed the woven cloth to Sonic. He grabbed the blade's tip and removed it from his belly. Blood coated the tip, leaving the red wound so easily visible on his body. Sonic covered the blade with the cloth, then snapped it in half, destroying it for good. Sonic slowly rose into the air. Sonic looked at all the faces of the saddened heroes. "Thank you.'' he said, giving them his trademark thumbs up, wink, and grin.

Sonic looked up into the sky. "CHAOS…CONTROL!!'' he commanded.

In a flash, he was gone. Sonic was below the Earth's crust. He put up a protective white glowing shield around himself. Sonic shot down, deeper and deeper into the Earth. The time was at two minutes. Sonic reached the device. He placed his hands on it. "C-Ch-CHAOS CONTROL!!'' he yelled. The device and him vanished.

In the huge room where the hole was used for the Destroyer to go into, Sonic dropped the device and he fell to the ground beside it. Sonic stood up, holding his wound. Sonic aimed his hand up, shooting a stream of chaos energy through the ceiling. The beam blasted through every floor until it blasted into the sky. The beam traveled towards New York. The beam formed into a huge barrier that stood protected in front of the coast. The heroes were all standing at the coast, waiting for the final curtain. Sonic looked straight ahead. Sonic snarled and shot forward with his flying speed. The timer was at twenty seconds. Sonic blasted through every door. At the very last room was Eggman in a large hangar bay. "EGGMAN!!!'' echoed Sonic's voice. Eggman turned around.

The timer went…5...4...3...2...1. The device exploded, following through the holes Sonic created. The final door that led into the hangar crashed down, Sonic came through with the wall of fire behind him. The image reflected in Eggman's eyes. Outside at the coast, the base had a blink then…BOOM. The whole base exploded in light and fire. A powerful blast radius came towards the city, but with the protective barrier, the shockwave only hit the barrier with no force at all. The huge white cataclysmic light from the Death Egg reminded them of this. The burning white light finally ceased, also signaling the end of the 2nd Dimensional War. The giant barrier began to shrink down into sparkles that drifted off to sea. The heroes felt a sad wave of reminiscence wash over them. Sonic ended this war just like he did last time, with his life. Suddenly, the seven chaos emeralds and seven world rings flew across the sky. Fourteen portals opened up in front of each. The fourteen items flew into their own portal, to places where no one would use them for evil purposes.

Hovering down to the heroes was Sonic. His body was transparent and glowing nothing but a light shade of blue.

"For without you all…this would have never been possible. Your self sacrifices made you a better hero…than I am. I'm so proud to have friends like you guys. But, it's time to seal the deal.'' Sonic began, looking down at Amy.

"I love you Amy Rose…always.'' he told her.

Amy couldn't help but cry, also at the same time…smile. Sonic shot up into the sky, above New York. "And so begins…the Great Healing.'' he said the words from the prophecy.

He aimed the Ring of Rebirth down at the city, shooting a stray beam of light. It erupted into a dome of light, similar to a Chaos Control dome. Everything it passed through, was rebuilt. Buildings were put back together, fires were extinguished, cracks in the ground were sealed back up, it was peace. Sonic aimed at a specific part of the city, which was empty. He fired a single beam down at it. Two buildings surrounded by white light. When it was finished, there stood the Twin Towers.

"Everything…is worth a chance.'' he said, before vanishing into thin air, being replaced by a bright shining star.

The heroes were teleported to the top of a skyscraper. The star brightened beautifully above the Twin Towers. The heroes all stood together…as one. Kuki held Shadow's hand and smiled at him. Shadow removed his helmet and held it in his other hand. All the heroes couldn't help but cheer and cry with tears of joy. In the end, all they fought for in the past, helped them end a years long conflict, and they did it together.

2 months later

"I could've never asked for anything better.'' Sonic's voice narrated. "After the war, Shadow had General Richards buried along with the rest of brave men that served with him.'' his voice continued. Shadow saluted with all the other soldiers by his side.

"Aang and Katara got married when they returned to their world. Odd enough, when they came back to Ember Island, waiting for them inside was a six year old girl named Sonya, their daughter. Lurk's time lapse to bring upon 2012 actually boosted time forwards to December 21st, 2012. It time lapsed in their world, giving the pair their future daughter, what a kick!'' Sonic narrated. At the Northern Water Tribe, the two said their vows and kissed lovingly, with their daughter as the flower girl clapping wildly.

"I would love to continue in telling you where all the brave heroes I fought with and where they are now, but…that's another adventure waiting to be unraveled. How do I know this much you ask? Well, let's just say…a miracle happened.'' his voice finished.

Seattle, Washingtion, 7:30 pm

A special ball was held at one of the fanciest places in Seattle. A celebration, the anniversary the world finally came to peace. Aang was dressed in ceremonial Air Nomad clothing. Katara's hair was made straight, she wore a fancy blue kimono with art designs of the waves of the ocean along the edges. Toph had the same kind of kimono, but light green. Shadow wore a tuxedo! What?! The rest of Sector V was also dressed for the occasion. Kuki walked up to him wearing a green sparkling dress and her hair in a ponytail. Shadow gave her a cup of punch which they bumped their glasses together and drank the beverage.

Amy was wearing a pink dress that went down to her ankles, and a rose on her waist. In her arms was a baby blue hedgehog, the same quills like Amy, her name was Alicia. Everyone was their, dressed their best. All they talked about were the old days, the 'good times' they called it. All were happy, at peace with each other. An enchanting moment it truly was. Little Sonya ran out to the balcony. She had two braided ponytails draped over her shoulders, wearing a plain blue kimono. From atop the space needle, on the circular section, stood Sonic himself. He looked at his right hand, the Ring of Rebirth was still on his finger.

"Curious, aren't you?" said a voice from behind. Ultimus was standing there. Sonic huffed with his nose, looking back straight. Ultimus walked up by his side.

"How am I alive? Did the Ring do this?" Sonic questioned.

"It brought you back to life to fulfill your promise.'' Ultimus answered.

"I didn't ask for anything, neither did I promise!'' Sonic protested.

"You need to answer its two questions.'' Ultimus said, sitting down on the edge of the structure.

Sonic raised an eyebrow asking, "What questions?" which Sonic sat next to Ultimus.

"You must answer them. One; you must give up something to a person.'' Ultimus began.

"Okay, the second?" Sonic asked with curiosity.

"Second; you must sacrifice something of yours." Ultimus said, poking his arm once. "It can be anything, moral or imaginary. Even something others may not believe in. So, give your answers.'' Ultimus said.

"Didn't you…wear the Ring? What did you choose?" Sonic asked demandingly.

Ultimus sighed heavily, not ever knowing he would have to ever share this story. "First, I gave up the location of my people. The Ring sent them somewhere safe when Lurk took the crown and started attacking my people. Second; I gave up…my immortality.'' Ultimus confessed.

Sonic was beyond surprised. "I never found my family. But all I need to know is that they're safe. The Ring then destroyed Lurk, but Thule escaped.'' Ultimus told him.

"I never live a day without regretting making those choices, but I did it because I knew it was the right thing to do. It was worth…a…chance.'' Ultimus told him, standing up. Sonic stood up as well. "Make your choices.'' Ultimus said.

Sonic nervously looked at the ring. "I give up…the transformation device.'' Sonic answered his first question. The transformation device popped off his wrist, he grabbed it with his other hand. Sonic looked at the place the celebration was being held. Sonya looked over the edge of the balcony. "Hey…'' said Sonic's voice.

He was squatting on the railing. Sonya happily smiled at him. "Give this to your mom, okay?" Sonic said, handing it down to her.

"Okay!'' she cheered, taking the device and running inside. Sonic couldn't help but smile. Sonic leaped back to the Space Needle, landing in front of Ultimus.

"Now, your second.'' Ultimus said.

Sonic thought hard, very hard. As quick as he could run, he had his answer. "Ring of Rebirth…I sacrifice…my memory.'' he said, lowering his head.

Ultimus placed his staff on top the Ring, ceasing the final deal. "Are you sure about this?" he asked. "Everything I've done, all the bad memories that still haunt me. This world already has its heroes,'' Sonic said, looking back at the building where the party was being held. Sonic turned his head back to Ultimus. "My time has come.'' Sonic added.

"Knowing that, the Ring will put you to peace. You will live the rest of your life in a location the Ring suits you best to live the remainder of your life forever…are you ready?" Ultimus said.

"Always have been.'' Sonic replied, smirking.

Ultimus removed his the crystal ball from his staff. "Wait, what about you?" Sonic asked.

"My time has come to. My immortality is gone, and it's time for me to go to. I wish you luck on what ever comes your way… Sonic the Hedgehog.'' Ultimus said his final words before his body vanished into a white light. Sonic was left standing, the Ring sent streams of blue energy around him. Until his whole body had these wrapping around him, the Ring then vanished. Sonic shut his eyes and smiled warmly before he vanished, forever.

Is it for us to question heroes the difference between right and wrong? A hero lives by his own decisions and risks, making them who they are. The dreaded reign forged by Eggman has finally been put to rest. It is now 2013 on Earth and there will be no Mecha WereSonic, only happiness. This day is what Sonic and all the other heroes have been fighting for their whole time together. I can't be honest enough to say when a journey ends, it ends for good. For a hero, the never-ending path of adventure has no shortcuts or ends, they just keep going, on and on. This adventure may have ended, but remember this; The end of one adventure is just the beginning of another. For those heroes who still live, they will return to their homes, but their friendship will not vanish, it'll stick with them forever, no matter what. Through thick and thin, heroes charge into the fight, but in the end, when the dust clears, they'll be standing there together. To treat them as who they are is the true gift. For every day, they live and they learn. As heroes, as role models, as saviors, but above all; As friends until the end.

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