Legends of Taplandia by SymphonicSamurai

Chapter 1 – Adventure Awaits

Once upon a time, in the mystical realm of Taplandia, there lived a samurai destined to fulfill an ancient prophecy.

Her name was Symphony, and before she knew her true purpose in the world, she was terribly lonely.

She spent many hours sequestered in her room, staring out the windows at the vast expanses of the Melody Mountain Range. If only I could journey beyond the Northern Ridge, she thought. If only I wasn't so afraid.

It was on a dull afternoon, just like so many before it, that Symphony's journey began.

The sun rose in the distance as Symphony yawned, stretched, and put on her makeshift armor. It wasn't the strongest in the world, but she dreamed of the day it might come in handy.

She headed downstairs to do chores, washing the dishes with one hand and drumming the surface of the countertop with the other. Everyone in Taplandia knew of the Great Evil that lay dormant somewhere in the mountains. If it should awaken someday, only a true Warrior could defeat it with the power of sick rhythm and incredible beats.

She had just finished the last pan when suddenly there was a knock at the door.

"Greetings, Symphony," came a loud, booming voice. Its owner wore a long, flowing black cloak and a mask covered in music notes, seemingly drawn in Sharpie. "My name is Beat Baron, and I have come to request your assistance on a quest that may define the very existence of our people."

"Oh. OK," Symphony said, dropping the sponge in the sink and grabbing her katana.

"This is my accomplice, Captain Crescendo. I specialize in Rock and Pop TapAttacks, while he prefers Electroswing, Bluegrass and Grunge."

Symphony frowned. "Hmm. I only really tap along to soundtracks."

"All the better, friend. To defeat the Great Evil we need companions from all walks of life. Allow me to introduce you to the rest of the team."

He gestured behind him to reveal a gathering of eight.

"Please welcome Professor Severus Snape, Katniss Everdeen, Doctor Who, and the entirety of One Direction, including Zayn."

"Wow!" Symphony took a step back to gaze at the heroes.

Beat Baron smiled. "With all of us working together, there's no way we can fail! But we must hurry. Citizens living near the Northern Ridge have already reported intense tremors from an unknown source."

"Well, what are we waiting for? Let's Tap Away!"

The heroes brought out their Practice Slabs and began to tap the surfaces in unison. It sounded fantastic. For the first time in far too long, Symphony felt alive and free!

Hi everyone, SymphonicSamurai here. I just wanted to send a big thank you to everyone on the TapAlong Wiki discussion boards for their support and guidance. We've only been talking for a short time, but I feel like you're already true friends!

If enough people like the story I'll continue it. Hope you enjoyed :)