The sun was just starting rise on the city of El Dara as the largest gathering of animals and humanoids assembled in the city's center square. They had gathered in the skies, in the water ways, balconies, and any place that they could assemble. What was astonishing about these gatherings was the mixing of different animals and humanoids were interacting with different tribes. It was the first time in nearly three centuries the people had stood united.
The mission to recover the Mind Stone had ended only two days ago and since then the Alliance had gathered together to prepare for the final engagement. With Mumm-Ra's banishment shattered and his dark army gathering, waiting anxiously to spill blood and conquer the world, the Alliance had little time to prepare a counter offensive. The envoy teams had returned as fast as they could bringing with them new tribes. The animals ranged from the quick footed rabbits to the powerful rhinos and even the strong willed amphibians were there. Different tribes of humanoids were mixed into this versicolor of beings. Everyone stopped chatting as they looked up towards the Council's Balcony were the leaders of the Alliance stood proud.
Master Chem cast an amplification spell and addressed the assembly before him. "Greetings to all members of the United Animals and Humanoid Alliance, it is an honor and privilege for me to witness this momentous occasion. For so long our people have been divided and known nothing, but discord and mistrust between us. It appeared that the people of Third Earth would never come together for a peaceful future, but that has changed because of the tireless work of a noble, pure hearted soul. A dreamer whose looked beyond the physical and cultural differences of the tribes seeing the potential for us to unite under one common goal. You all know who I am talking about. I give you the leader of the Alliance, the hand picked Champion of Good and Lord of the Thundercats, Lion-O and his second Queen Ocelata!"
Cheers and whistles were heard as Lion-O stepped into the limelight. He was petrified of saying the wrong thing to this group. What if he messed up and this Alliance fell apart? How would he keep this group from dissolving into chaos? Ocelata squeezed his hand gently reassuring him that everything would be okay. With confidence he started his motivational speech.
"Thank you everyone who has come here today. As you know our world, our livelihoods, our very lives and freedom are in danger because of an ancient enemy. Mumm-Ra the Ever Living is no longer a boogieman in childhood stories; he is a very real threat to our existence. For a millennium he and his masters, The Ancient Spirits of Evil, have involved us in a war not of our own making. To both of them we are nothing more then pawns to be used to gain untold power and domination over the universe. In the past the Ancient Spirits of Good and their Champions have worked in harmony to prevent their dreams from coming true; at least for a little while. Thanks in part to my ancestor Leo and the tribes willingness to unite together Mumm-Ra and his masters were sealed away for a time and though we lost our unity at least our people knew peace for a time, but circumstances have changed. The truth about our pasts, our struggles to survive and the deliberate separation and continuous animosity against one another has all been orchestrated by our enemies to keep us weak and defenseless so that when the final battle came we wouldn't be able to fight and defend what we hold most precious; our basic rights and freedom to exist. We need to stand united, Animal and Humanoid, warrior and mages, young and old, rivals and friends as one force for good if we are to win this fight."
"I can see from your expressions and hear from your murmuring that many of you are unsure if this is even possible. Despite all the assurances of the envoy teams or the bonds we formed through working together what is to prevent us from losing ourselves in old grudges and senseless bigotry? Even now, many of you have little faith in me because of my youth and inexperience. That you fear I will use the Stone and Items of Power to wipe out my rival only to claim myself as a tyrant over Third Earth. What guarantee do you have that I will stand by my word and keep the promises I have made to each of you and your tribes? The only answer I have is that I hope you will make leap of faith trusting in my word to do as I say. I'm scared probably even more so of failing to live up to your expectations, to carry out this crush destiny of emancipation from evil. You have all put so much trust and responsibility in me, asking me to carry your hopes and dreams into battle. While neither I nor my wife can say for absolute certain what our future is I give you my word that I will fight to my dying breath to keep my promises. To use the powers bestowed to me in a noble and honorable matter for all animal and humankind, but I can't go it alone. If I am to succeed we must put aside our petty difference and fight as one force with a single voice crying, "we stand unite against all evil, we are not afraid to die for our freedom, we are the people of Third Earth and you don't belong here! Today we celebrate our unity!"
Rounds of clapping and cheers broke out from all sides. Everyone started chanting "Unite or fall. Unite or fall!" Some Spellbinders created fireworks and others shot weapon salutes into the air. Queen Ocelata raised a crackling pink paw into the air quieting down the crowd to give her own pep talk. "Today our lives change in more ways then one. We will be fighting a global war on many different fronts. As we speak Mumm-Ra is giving his own demented pep talk and enchanting his forces with his dark magic. While we have friendship and love backing us up it will take more then that to overcome the unfair advantage our enemy. It will take our unwavering will and faith not only in ourselves, but the Ancient Spirits of Good to finally end this war. Remember that when you are out on the battlefield; no matter if you're fighting in the air against criminals and shades, in the water locked in combat with monsters, or on the land in one on one fight for survival against a never ending army to never give up hope. To believe that the person standing next to you will have your back and be ready to defend you from any danger that emerges. We fight today to stop the spread of evil, to finally end the life of Mumm-Ra and cast out his master once and for all. Most importantly today we fight so that when the sun rises tomorrow we no longer live in fear and ignorance of another. Today is our day!"
Other leaders came forth and spoke words of encouragement and helping out with last minute planning. Soon the troops were divided and armed with advance tech and traditional weapons. Each group had at least two mages with them. The Stones of Power abilities were flowing through their veins. Spiritual energy would protect their souls from being drained, the Body Stone would repair their damaged bodies and tech and the Mind Stone linked the army together and formed protective elemental auras around them. The Heart Stone had already purged the Alliance's hearts of any negativity and made their resolve stronger then ever.
Everyone was ready to march into the battle. They had all been trained in how to use their new fleet of antigravity units, flyers, tanks, and other vehicles. Safe house had been set up all over the planet for places to hide or use as an infirmary. Supplies had been evenly distributed among the groups. More importantly everyone was wearing the Alliance symbol on some part of their body to show they were united. They all knew where they were supposed to go and headed out take out their targets. The Thundercats had split up as well. Panthro rode the tank as a division leader for the main legion that would tackle the largest enemy battalion. Cheetara was working with the Spellbinders preparing to use the planets manna to seal their plane from any threats by the Ancient Spirits of Evil. Tygra was in the air on the Feliner aiding in the sky battle. The Kittens and Snarf rode on their hoverboards as part of the recon and strike teams that would be doing quick blitz attacks on different parts of the army. Lion-O and Ocelata were riding a beast of burden. Their target was the Dark Pyramid and Mumm-Ra himself. They had to get inside and stop him once and for all.
As the United Alliance made their way to the battlefield Mumm-Ra in his Ever Living Form was giving his own speeches to his massive army. Criminals, killers, monsters stood at attention. The terrified Lizards stood next to the enchanted tribes of apes, wild dogs, and dozens of others. Their tech was much more advance and deadly. The black magic had increased their powers by tenfold. Souls of the dead had been reanimated by the Ancient Spirits of Evil. The sky had darkened over the area as the Dark Pyramid rose into the air. Mumm-Ra drew his Sword of Plundar sending a bolt of power straight into the air getting all their attention.
"You have all sworn a geis to me, an everlasting vow of loyalty which I intend to enforce. Today is the day we conquer this world and eliminate the unworthy life forms. The supposed Champion of Good Lion-O believes that the animals and human can coexist in harmony, that peace can reign supreme. That is nothing, but foolish, pathetic, thinking of weaklings who don't know they're place. The strong rule and those who can't serve die! Today marks the moment in a glorious thousand year conflict that the side evil, the strongest, greatest, most powerful people take their place as the rightful rulers of the universe! All those who help create this glorious future will be richly rewarded and have as much bloodshed as they desire! Any grudged you have with others take them out on those who oppose us! Strike down anyone who stands in the way of your glorious destiny! By the end of the today the universe will belong to us! Remember; you may kill whomever you encounter, but bring me the Queen of the Thundercats, the Stones of Power and Lion-O to me! I will personally see to the destruction of Lion-O and reclaim our High Priestess so that we can welcome the Ancient Spirits of Evil to our world. March on my army and claim victory for us!"
Many were calling for blood and looking forward to the carnage and destruction. The monsters were eager to fill their bellies with fresh meat. The animals were scared that they would die, but more fearful of what would happen if they tried to break the geis that linked them to Mumm-Ra. As everyone marched on to meet their counterparts Mumm-Ra smiled evilly knowing one way or the other the war would end today. Preferably in his favor.
Tygra was leading his squadron into air battle. According to his instruments there was a large air force heading their way. He looked outside his cockpit taking note of the dangerous storm conditions forming. This wasn't going to be easy. "Squadron leaders, I want a status check on everyone. Sound off please."
"Nanda here; the birds are doing great. Our weapons are primed and ready. The elemental armor is protecting us from the worst of the storm out here. We'll be ready to fight no matter what happens."
"Bella here; the bats are ready to fight. Thank the stars the Berbils were able to craft goggles to protect our eyes during the daytime. I'm picking up enemy aircrafts closing in on our position with my echolocation. We'll keep pinging until we find a weak spot."
"Sugar here; the gliders and I are doing a wide sweep to cover the entire aerial field. There are minimum places for an emergency landing so I suggest everyone keep up their guard. I got visual on our targets. I'm seeing monstrous shades and bloodthirsty avians coming our way. This is going to be one tough battle."
"Acknowledge squadron leaders everyone get into position. Remember our defense maneuvers. Everyone be ready for anything. We don't know what kind of power boost Mumm-Ra gave these guys. Everyone ready? Squadron A; attack pattern Alpha Beta! Squadron B; Delta Gamma followed up by Omega. Squadron C and D; attack pattern Zeta and then come to the rescue of anyone who needs it! Let's go people this is for our world!"
The aerial battle commenced in a brilliant flash of lightning with a roaring tornado and bursts of thunder. The gliders swooped in underneath the monstrous shades and grabbed a hold of them sending bursts of spiritual energy into them hoping to dissipate them. The shades threw them off and started slicing their attackers gliding membranes causing them to drop from the sky and kill themselves on the ground below. Many of the gliders broke off and started doing zigzag patterns in the air doing loops and tight turns causing many shades to ram into each other. Other gliders started using the elemental fields around them to strike at the monstrous beasts that joined the fray.
Bella and her squadron dodged about as they attempted to out fly and outmaneuver the anti gravity crafts chasing them. The bats screeched as the lizards, apes, and dozens of different creatures fired missiles and lasers at them. Bella struggled to throw of the bola nets dragging her down, finally managing to bite through the nets and throw the remains into the engine of passing aircraft. The craft sputter and chocked poisonous black smoke before it exploded. There was no time worry about that as the bats continued their attack using their echolocation and weapons to bring down as many antigravity crafts as possible.
Nanda was locked in her own fight for her life. The prisoners from the aerial jail were all over her and the rest of the squadron. These birds had committed crimes against the entire bird nation and had been sentenced to life on Avista Air Jail with clipped wings. Thanks now to Mumm-Ra's dark magic their wings had regrown and they were now stronger and faster then ever before. It was an all out brawl as she fired her net guns and used her weak talons to cut gashes in the chests of fellow birds trying to kill them. They couldn't be allowed to survive.
Nearby Tygra was in an air dog battle for his life against what had to be a majority of the air crafts. The Feliner was being pushed to its limits as he pulled into a high arch before dropping like a stone firing bullets and missiles at his prey. Doing a complete barrel roll to get out the way he opened his cockpit with his oxygen mask on. With a flick of his writs his bolo whips wrapped around the wings of other air crafts pulling them off. As his canopy came under fire he was forced to close the cockpit again and do a reversal hop to get behind his target. Pressing down on his joystick he watched with a heavy heart as he killed two pilots and several monsters with a single explosion. "Great Cat God please protect my soul from all this carnage today."
The rest of the Alliance was in similar engagements all over the world. The ocean was becoming a blood bath as the citizens of Artica fought to protect their homes. Some of the more resilient Sharkmen had joined allies like hippos, rhinos and such to patrol the lakes and rivers trying to deal with the long limbed beasts and enchanted animals that were attempting to slaughter them all.
Cheetara was currently busy dashing across the plains with several magic users all around her. Gathering up the manna into her staff she fired spun it around and struck the ground. The jolting radius caused a cascade of magic to trap several ground troops and seal the cracks that were starting to appear in the dimensional walls. She whirled around and sped up and over a wall rescuing a few trap mages from monsters. She brought up her staff protecting her throat as two wild dogs tried to maul her to death. Tossing them over her shoulder she cast a binding spell sealing off their magical boost. "These hordes keep coming and coming! The magic is getting wildly out of control! I don't know how much longer we can keep the manna from being corrupted!" she called out telepathically to Master Chem.
"We must do our best to keep the planet's core pure and untainted. Should the Dark Army succeed in turning the manna evil they will have an unlimited power source to feed them Cheetara. I sense how anxious you are about taking lives that might be enchanted, but this is war. We have no time to undo the spells placed on them by Mumm-Ra and the Spirits of Evil. You must strike hard and fast. Hurry to Gela and Frilla's location. The female lizards they convinced to join our cause are in serious trouble.
"I'm on my way! Jaga, if you can here me please help us win this fight so that we may have a better future!" Cheetara prayed as she zoomed off into battle.
Panthro was having his own difficulties at the moment. He and his squadron had been ambushed as they made their way through the forests towards the mountains. Several animals and quite a few humanoids were lying dead or bleeding on the battlefield. Nearby several teams consisting of cats, dogs, and other creatures were doing their best to keep their tanks moving and not turning over. It was chaos all over the battle field as many combatants abandoned their damaged rides and were fighting one on one with nothing but weapons or their bare hands. "This is chaos as it's most powerful. With this much bloodshed it's getting harder to tell who's on your own side. Berbils report in! Have you managed to sabotage the enemy transports? Mouser come in already! I need to know what our numbers are! Blasted is anyone hearing me out there?"
"General Panthro; we are in need of your assistance! We've encountered heavy resistance from some giant spiders over here! We've managed to pin down the creature, but it's got friends heading this way to eat us. Can you reach us to offer some assistance?" Dobo's voice shouted through the communicator. Panthro head snapped back as the sounds of agony filtered through the com and he could hear his old friend shouting orders to retreat and leave the dead.
"Dobo! Hold on buddy I'm sending you some aid. I hope I'm using this stupid tech right. Programming coordinates and arming cycles. Sending the Thundercycles to you now! Hope these help you out," Panthro replied launching the two cycles. They took off in a burst of speed zigzagging through the battlefield, flying over fallen trees and down tough rock faces. Through the video link Panthro was able to see what happened next.
The two cycles neared the pinned down group of mixed species. An Amazonian and Cat rode on top of a beast of burden. The female warrior was blocking the giant spider's legs with her shield while using her long sword in an attempt to impale the soft underside. Behind her the male cat aimed and shot his crossbow taking out at least two of the eight eyes. Behind them a female rabbit tended to an injured elephant while Dobo, a few of his men and a rhino tried to keep back the other spiders clubbing them to death.
One of the spiders's shot out a sticky thread wrapping around the rhino's horn. The beast dug down deep shaking his head trying to dislodge the arachnoids. The giant beast jumped backwards up onto a nearby bluff. The rhino went flying and was heading for the jaws of death when one of the Thundercycles zoomed onto the scene. It revved its engine slicing through the thread and sending a jolt of electricity through the thread causing the beast to roll over dead.
"Sweet ride! I think I'll take this for a test ride. What about you Dobo?" Rhino asked slipping inside the Thundercycle. He activated the weapon system targeting the remaining spiders and let loose a barrage of small projectiles taking out the rest of the menaces.
"Nice job Rhino, but we need to keep moving. There are more troops out there that need assistance. Panthro, if you can hear me we'll be taking the cycles to catch up with the group trying to keep Mumm-Ra's primary forces in the desert. Hope to see you there!" Dobo said into the radio. Settling into the other Thundercyle Dobo barked commands and the group headed back into the fray.
The Thunderkittens and Snarf had thought they had seen it all. Life in the slums and trying to survive Dog City had taught them much. Even being bonded to a deceased cat's soul was nothing compared to the battle they were currently involved in. Snarf's star sapphire cast it glow all over the field freeing enchanted animals from Mumm-Ra's spells, but only for a short amount of time. The former nanny was scared beyond comprehension, but continued climbing all over the enemy freeing them and imprisoning others with his gem's power.
WilyKit and WilyKat rode their hoverboards above most of the fighting. They would both dive in and out of different battles assisting quickly and vanishing before they were spotted. Their jaspers guided them to where they were most needed. WilyKat's ESP was going nuts as he led his sister to a narrow ravine where several Alliance members were boxed in by undead spirits. "This isn't good sis. If we can't stop those spirits from killing the Alliance members and bringing their souls to Mumm-Ra as treat then we're in trouble."
"Agreed, I'm going to try something new that Ocelata and Anet taught me. I hope this works," WilyKit told her brother. She closed her eyes and sank to her knees in prayer clutching her flute. As she felt her brother's mind guiding her through the ravine to their target she gathered the spiritual energies around her. Her whole body started to sparkle pink and her flute soon started pulsating.
"We're almost there sis. Be ready to act when I give the signal. One, two, three now!" WilyKat shouted. He flipped off his hoverboard and kicked it hard sending it flying into the scores of undead souls. The special metal used in the construction of the boards caused them to solidify for a few minutes and by attaching a salt rock to his fling he created a salt circle trapping the souls inside. Using his mental talent he connected to his sister sending her his strength.
WilyKit hovered over the circle basked in the light of the spiritual energy. Her eyes opened and she started playing a haunting, yet magnificent song on her flute. Soon the shapes of departed spirits who stayed behind in the Spirit Stone appeared by her side. With a blast from her flute they descended into the circle protected by their positive spiritual energy. It was the strangest battle anyone witnessed as the good spirits laid their hands on the undead souls purifying them. Once they were free of evil influence the spirits departed to the realm of the dead. The Alliance members trapped in the ravine spilled out shouting praises, but the kittens knew that this one victory meant nothing unless they won the war.
As the war raged on, neither side seemed to be gaining an advantage over the other, nor did it appear that the war was entering a long term stalemate all over. While the Alliance was unified and using the Stones of Power abilities to protect and defend their rights, Mumm-Ra and his dark magic was slowly swallowing up Third Earth. The monsters he had summoned had already slaughter many and quite a few animal tribes that had been enchanted had manage to overrun strong holds belonging to the Alliance. With the Dark Pyramid ripping apart the land it seemed that the battle would be lost if Mumm-Ra and his forces weren't stopped soon.
That's what Lion-O and Ocelata were hoping to deliver the final blow against their hated foe. They had pushed their beast of burden past his limits and been forced to abandon him when fainted from exhaustion. Ocelata and he had climbed to the tallest tree in the nearby woods waiting patiently for the Dark Pyramid to pass close by.
"There's an emergency entrance hatch near the top of the Dark Pyramid. If we can land near it, I can pry it open with my dagger. We'll then make our way to the central chamber. I believe that's where are target is. If we work together we may finally break free of Mumm-Ra's curse," Ocelata whispered. She fingered the growing mark on her stomach knowing that it was taking all her willpower to keep the evil at bay. She could feel Mumm-Ra and the Ancient Spirits of Evil trying to find her with the link, but she was determined not to give away her location.
"Ocelata, are you sure you can do this? I know that you're suffering. Maybe I should do this alone," Lion-O started to say, but she shushed him with a kiss. "I guess that answers that question."
"Lion-O we vowed to work together to finally end this war. I know that the prophecy has left us confused, but we have to believe that when the time comes the Book of Omens will help us figure out what the last line of my prophecy means. For better and worse we are in this together. Now, are we going to do this or not?" Ocelata asked, her Diadem shining brightly and the Sword of Omens lengthened and the rest of the Stones bathed him in their power. They were ready for anything.
As the Black Pyramid passed under them they both leapt from their vantage point and hit the side of the ship. Lion-O started slipping, but his wife dug her claw tipped gloves into the ship's wall. They climbed to the top of the Pyramid and used their blades to open the hatch. Using a simple wind spell to cushion their fall they proceed through the corridors heading to their target. If felt like a thousand eyes were on them. As they were passing through the detention cell area they were attacked by Slythe and the other generals as well as a few monsters and shades.
"We thought we have to scourer the battle fields searching for you two. Who knew you come to us gift wrapped ready to be delivered to Mumm-Ra and his masters?" Kaynar cackled.
"Hoot. Hoot I'm going to have so much fun beating you two within an inch of your life!" Atticus hooted.
"It's over Lion-O; your Alliance will fail and Third Earth will belong to the likes of us. You might as well give up now!" Slythe taunted aiming his gun and taking a shot at the lion's heart.
The Omen of Armor sprang to life as the Eye of Thundera pushed back the attack. The Spirit Shield formed and the elements started to form an aura around the two royals who felt their minds linked. Ocelata drew her dagger and got her claws ready. Her Item of Power was humming as rainbow colors replaced the silver metal. The two royals were ready to fight to the bitter end.
Slythe growled as he started firing his laser rifle at the two royals' intent on slaying them. Forget Mumm-Ra's orders, he had been humiliated by these two for the last time. He was going to kill them once and for all! Ripping out a power cord from the wall he hooked it up to his rifle increasing the power by fifty percent. Setting the rifle for wide dispersal he laid down a wide spread of destructive energy.
Ocelata jumped straight up and snagged power coupling swinging back and forth building up momentum. At the pinnacle of her rotation she released coming down hard on Slythe slamming her foot into his mighty girth. With him pitching backwards she flipped backwards her knee catching him under the chin. Crouching on the ground she sprang forward puncturing him with her claw tipped gloves drawing blood.
Slythe tail whipped up from behind her wrapping around her abdomen and brought her crashing down to the ground. Whipping her around him sent her flying into a cell nearly breaking her back in the process. With a smirk on his face he aimed his weapon right at her head. "Say goodbye cat."
"Turbo!" The enchanted pink winds formed an air tunnel pushing the lizard back several feet. Slythe struggled to hold onto his weapon, but it went flying down to the bowels of the ship. Hissing he took a few steps towards her ready to strike her down with his scaly palms, but Ocelata stabbed him in the knee with her dagger. Her Diadem flashed rainbow light blinding Slythe. Rolling him over her shoulders into the cell she activated the force field. "I hope your time in here will give you a chance to repent for your crimes. You shouldn't hold onto all that anger and pride. Try learning some patience and humility it might help you in the long run."
"Spare me your sentiments Cat. Once Mumm-Ra and the Ancient Spirits of Evil enter into the battle you're going to wish you had stayed evil." Ocelata ignored him and went to help Lion-O. Standing between her and her husband was only a small group of monsters. Licking her lips she released her astral body onto the group ready take control and win this fight.
Lion-O moved through the air with grace and speed thanks to the combined powers of the Mind and Body Stones. The shades attempted to slip through the cracks in the armor to choke him to death. The Spirit Stone dazzled the shades obliterating them for good.
Kaynar and Atticus leapt on top of the railing moving in confusing patterns. They managed to strike blows causing minuscule dents in the armor. The Eye of Thundera responded by sending out a beam of energy at the two which they dodged. Subsequent attacks using the elements failed to capture the two generals. Lion-O was running out of steam when the Mind Stone granted him intelligence beyond compare. Without hesitation he flew towards the master controls and started activating the containment protocols. Kaynar and Atticus were subdued by the robotic restraints that popped out of the floor holding them in place. Collars snapped around their necks and they went down hard.
"That's one way to take out the trash. Come on all that noise has to have alerted Mumm-Ra that we're here," he told her. Suddenly both of them were sucked down a tube and deposited right into the ceremony chamber. Lion-O and Ocelata reached for each other, but were separated by a powerful dark spell. Lion-O was lifted into the air by powers of the Ancient Spirits of Evil before being dropped into a cage. The dark magic interfered with the Stones of Powers ability to function and he was soon all by himself with no way to defend himself.
Ocelata found herself with her hands chained above her with her dangling over the Viewing Portal. On a small altar the Book of Omens lay open to a specific passage. She struggled as Mumm-Ra approached her and the Spirits of Evil eyes lit up. "So you have returned to us High Priestess. You should have known that there was no stopping what was meant to be. Look into the portal and observe the beautiful chaos that our masters have brought to Third Earth."
The images changed showing the involvement of the Ancient Spirits of Evil. Even though they were still stuck in their realm they couldn't influence some of the battle. Weakened parts of the barrier allowed their powers to bleed through. Ocelata's eyes widened in horror as the pulsating darkness engulfed the Feliner. Before her eyes she saw Tygra struggling to keep the craft in the air, but he was heading for the mountains for an immanent crash. The image changed again showing a split few. Cheetara and the other Spellbinders were losing their fight against the long necked monsters, especially the one that was about to swallow her whole. The other image was Panthro inside the Thundertank. It had been flipped upside down into a fast moving river and the passengers onboard couldn't get out. Another image sprang to mind as the kittens and Snarf were hiding in a safe house trying to avoid being shot at by enchanted animals. The whole Alliance was starting to buckle under the boost of power provided by The Ancient Spirits of Evil.
"How dare you beings use your powers in such a way? Haven't you tormented us enough? What more could you do to us? What more could you take?"
"We will have this world and the entire universe. You will bring us to your plane and breed the new evil. You will use your gifts to help us reclaim our rightful places as rulers of the world! You have no choice!" The four Spirits intoned her. The eyes shot dark power into her causing the evil to spread inside her. Ocelata screamed struggling to break free. If she completely turned then she knew she used the ritual in the Book of Omens to break through the barrier and be free once and for all.
"Don't fight it! Your destiny has always been to be by my side. Nothing can stop us now! Embrace your dark heritage!" Mumm-Ra shouted, already starting the ritual. He cut the runes into floor with the Sword of Plundar, its dark power stealing the life forces of all the departed fueling the ritual. Pillars of dark energy sprang up and the world around them darkened as Ocelata started speaking in tongues, performing the dark ritual.
"NO! OCELATA STOP! YOU CAN TAKE CONTROL! Ancient Spirits of Good if you can here me please! We need your power now! Help us protect our world from harm!" Lion-O prayed, clutching all the Stones of Power and his Item in his hands. He prayed again and again putting all his faith in the Ancient Spirits of Good.
His prayers were heard as the Viewing Portal turned from sickening pink to glimmering gold. The evil forces watched in disbelief as the Four Ancient Spirits of Goods positive energy washed out of the pool spilling across the lands, skies, and waters. The appeared in ethereal form on the battlefield, casting their protection over the Alliance, refusing to allow more bloodshed to continue on this day.
"No! They are breaking their own rules to do this! This can't be allowed!" Two Ancient Spirits of Evil bellowed. The sounds of explosions and distant shouting echoed across the chamber, but were muffled as if they came from far away.
"We're under attack! The Liaison Pumyra and a strike team have entered our compound. They seek to end us before our ritual is complete!" A third shouted.
"There's no time to break through the barrier on your side. Servant, bring the Priestess and the Champion to our realm. It is the only way we'll break completely through. By having her sacrifice the champion on this side the resulting energy will finally free us!" the Fourth instructed.
"As you command my masters; By the Dark Magic of the Universe, the Blood of Evil, and the Power of Plundar I combine this dark trio into a single power! Give me the power, the power of Rage!" Mumm-Ra the Ever Living shouted. The pools water was sucked into the Sword as his blood covered the blade. He plunged the sword straight through Book of Omens destroying it!
A vortex of evil energy appeared between the swirling columns. The winds were intense as Mumm-Ra dragged both captives into the Spirit Realm for the final showdown. Who would win and who would lose in the realm of the Spirits? Lion-O could only hope he'd find the allies and strength he need to finish this fight and complete the prophecy that had been foretold. As the emerged into gray and black realm he gripped his weapons and Stones praying that he could do what was needed.