S.L of Orre: Hello ladies and gentlemen, and welcome back to Omega Fantasy. Now by now you've noticed that I changed the cover picture to a different version of Shadow. Well, if you're wondering why, you'll have to wait and see. Also, I was thinking of doing an alternate version of the story called Alpha Fantasy, which would follow my playthrough of Alpha Sapphire. But I'm not anywhere near done with that game, so I won't be doing it. This chapter is rather short, but it's a prologue chapter, so that's to be expected. Anyways, I don't own FF or Pokemon, I only own my OCs.
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6 months later…
Something wasn't right. I could tell right when I woke up that morning that something was off.
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"Huh, that's strange", I thought, "Usually Zidane comes to see me every morning. Maybe he's with Kuja or Garland, or one of the other genomes".
I washed up, got changed and left my hut. I quickly noticed that the village felt empty. Usually, the place was filled with genomes working on random projects given to them by Garland. I was about to look for them, when one ran over to me.
"Have you seen Kuja", it asked monotonously.
"No, I haven't", I replied, "Why, is something wrong".
"Both he and Zidane are missing. Master Garland believes he may have taken the boy", the genome explained.
"WHAT", I roared angrily.
"Yes, master Garland had the same reaction when he found out", the genome said.
I clenched my fists till my knuckles turned bone-white.
"That does it", I said, "Come on, we need to find those two".
The genome simply nodded and followed me. While we searched from the ground, I had Altair search from the air. However, we didn't get far before we were attacked by those strange eyeball monsters, who I learned were called Hecteyes.
"But Garland said that monsters couldn't enter Bran Bal due to the barrier surrounding it", I thought.
"So, how do you keep those monsters from entering Bran Bal" I questioned.
"There is a special magic barrier that surrounds Bran Bal. So long as it is there, monsters cannot enter the village", Garland explained.
"But Garland wouldn't let the barrier fall, and the other genomes can't do anything to it", I thought, "So that means-"!
I growled angrily, calling out Tokay and Beatrix, letting them rip the hecteyes apart.
"THAT SILVER BASTARD", I roared, "I'M GOING TO KILL HIM! HE'S THE ONLY ONE WHO COULD'VE DONE THIS"!
"Beatrix, clear us a path. Tokay, come with me", I said. I then turned to the Genome.
"Where could Kuja have taken Zidane", I questioned. The genome simply shrugged.
"Then take me to where old man Garland is. Maybe he'll know", I said.
"Very well", the genome replied.
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As it turns out, Garland doesn't live in Bran Bal, but rather a castle called Pandemonium. The place was disgusting and creepy, covered in eyeballs, horns, scales and fangs.
"How does anyone, even someone as creepy as Galrand, live in a place like this", I questioned. Again, the genome I was with just shrugged.
I then heard many loud crashing noises, followed by loud cursing.
"Sounds like the old guy's pissed", I said.
The genome then lead me through the weird castle to the room where Garland was throwing his little fit.
"Can't you be a little more quiet", I said, "we could hear you from the entrance".
"THAT BRAT KUJA JUST TOOK ZIDANE AND RAN OFF", Garland roared angrily, "NO DOUBT HE MEANS TO GET RID OF HIM"!
"Don't worry, he won't get far", I said.
Altair then flew into the room.
"You found them", I questioned.
The dragon nodded, beckoning me to follow him. He led us to a giant aircraft hangar of some sort. In it was a giant airship, but it was starting to take off. Quickly, I recalled my Pokemon and climbed aboard the airship.
"Kuja", I growled, "You are a dead man when I find you".
I searched the ship relentlessly, intent on saving Zidane. Why was Kuja doing this anyway? Was it linked to what he said earlier, about Zidane being superior to him? I had heard Garland mention it a few times before, but I never figured out what he meant.
It didn't take me long to find the control room. Inside I found Kuja, and a tied up, unconscious Zidane. At that sight my rage increased, causing my heart to pound inside my chest.
"KUJA", I roared like an angry Tyranitar, "WHAT THE HELL DID YOU DO TO ZIDANE"?!
"Oh nothing really", the effeminate male replied, "I simply knocked him out and wiped his memory".
I took a few steps forward, growling at Kuja.
"I should kill you right now", I hissed venomously, "But I won't. It seems Garland wishes to do that himself. However-"
I released Tokay, who hissed spitefully at Kuja.
"That doesn't mean I can't beat you within an inch of your life first".
"Come now darling, is violence really necessary", Kuja said, "I've not harmed the boy, have I? And yet you and that old fool want my head on a silver platter. That hardly seems fair".
He took a step forward, eliciting another menacing hiss from Tokay.
"What do you plan to do with Zidane, kill him", I questioned.
"No, although killing him would be an option", Kuja replied mockingly.
Tokay snapped at him, causing him to step back a few feet.
"Kidding", He said, holding his hands up in mock surrender, "I'm not going to kill him. Although, the monsters on Gaia just might".
"I've heard the old man mention that a few times", I said, "What exactly is Gaia".
"So he never told you? Why am I not surprised", he mock sighed, "He never did have good manners. Gaia is the sister planet to Terra".
"So, you plan to leave him to die on an unfamiliar planet", I questioned, "And why would you want to do that"?
"I never did like that boy", Kuja said, "Garland always favored him over me. He always said Zidane was superior to me, and that I was a failure. Well, I'm going to prove him wrong, and no one is going to stop me".
"I wouldn't count on that", I growled.
"I don't see why you are against me. I've done nothing to wrong you, have I? In fact, I remember you were rather eager to assist me when we first met", Kuja said, walking over to me, completely ignoring the hissing Tokay. I stiffened when he placed a hand on my shoulder.
"What do you think you're doing", I growled.
"This", he whispered. He quickly planted a kiss right on my lips, causing my breath to hitch. After a few seconds he pulled away, and I felt his icy blue eyes pierce my steel blue ones. However, I was quickly freed from my stupor by Tokay, who grabbed Kuja and threw him against the wall. I shook my head, still a bit shocked by what just happened.
"Thanks Tokay", I thanked my Pokemon. He simply nodded.
"You just sealed your fate", I heard Kuja hiss.
"As did you", I growled back, "Tokay, attack with Cut".
One of Tokay's sharp claws glowed white and extended in length. He swung at Kuja, who just managed to avoid the attack, though the claw nicked him.
"Do you really think I'll fall to some overgrown lizard", Kuja taunted, healing the small injury, "Now, I believe it's my turn".
Kuja charged up a fire spell and aimed it at me. However, before it could make contact, a blue force field surrounded me on all sides, nullifying the attack.
"WHAT, how did you-", he gasped.
"Surprised", I taunted, pulling out the blue orb I got from Mt. Pyre, "So long as I have the blue orb, you're petty fire attacks can't touch me. Now let me show you a real attack. Tokay use Leaf Blade".
The blades on Tokays wrists glowed green and extended to 4 feet in length. He quickly slashed at Kuja, forcing him to dodge and keeping him from retaliating.
"This is going well", I thought, "If all he can do is dodge, he can't win".
However, my victory was cut short when Kuja blasted Tokay with an even stronger fire spell than the one he tried to use against me. Tokay let out a screech as the flames scorched his body, littering it with burns.
"OH NO, TOKAY", I gasped as my Pokemon fell, unable to continue fighting. I ran over to him and hugged him. The gecko Pokemon lifted his head and hissed weakly.
"You did good Tokay. Return for now and get some rest", I whispered, recalling him.
"Well isn't that sweet. You're worried for you beast", Kuja taunted, "How pathetic".
"You've got a lot of nerve calling me pathetic", I hissed dangerously, "Maybe you have a death wish, or maybe your just plain stupid. Let me tell you something punk, no one, and I mean no one, messes with my friends. And those that do; don't live to tell the tale".
"So you intend to kill me then", Kuja questioned, "I thought you were to bring me back alive, if at all".
"You lost that chance the minute you injured Tokay", I replied, grinning evilly. I pulled another Pokeball from my belt and threw it, releasing Smaug. The tortoise Pokemon huffed causing smoke to stream out of its nostrils and from the hole in the top of his shell.
"Smaug, fill the room with smoke", I commanded.
Smaug inhaled deeply and then released a huge cloud of smoke. I felt my blue orb react, creating a force field around me again. I was able to grab Zidane, just in time to avoid a blast of electricity. No doubt Kuja was pissed.
"Come on Smaug, let's get the kid out of here", I said.
Smaug nodded and we ran out of the smoke filled room.
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"That sneaky little wench", Kuja hissed, coughing again from the smoke that filled the air, "She won't get away".
Kuja then casts another Fire spell, dispelling the smoke. Upon seeing Zidane and Shadow are gone, he becomes enraged.
"That little wench will pay", he growled, "I will not be bested by an inferior being".
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We were able to escape the Kuja for now, and were currently waiting for Zidane to wake up.
"Come on kid, wake up", I whispered, gently shaking his shoulders.
Slowly his baby blue eyes fluttered open. He let out a yawn and shook his head.
"How did I end up falling asleep", He mumbled before he noticed me.
"Who are you? Who am I? Where am I? What am I doing here", he questioned.
"Glad to see you're awake kid", I said, "And as for your questions, your name is Zidane".
"Zidane huh", He said, "I like it".
"And I'm Shadow", I said.
"Pretty name", he replied.
"Well isn't this sweet", Kuja's voice rang out. I glared when I saw him step off the airship. Smaug rumbled at him and let out another puff of smoke.
"Who's that", Zidane questioned.
"Someone who wants to get rid of you", I said.
"So, he's bad", he asked. I nodded.
"Just leave everything to me, kid", I said, recalling Smaug and pulling out another Pokeball. I glared at Kuja again.
"I think it's about time I showed you what exactly you're dealing with", I said, "Tell me, have you ever heard of Mega Evolution"?
"What is this madness you spew, woman", Kuja hissed.
"I'll take that as a no. But then again, I don't expect anyone who isn't from Earth to have heard of it", I said, "Let me tell you a tale, Kuja. 3,000 years ago, planet Earth overflowed with vast amounts of raw, natural energy. This energy could empower any Pokemon who absorbed it, but few dared to use it. This was because the energy altered a Pokemon's state of being, making them go power crazy. There were two specific Pokemon; one who raised the land masses, and one who filled the oceans. These Pokemon absorbed vast amounts of the natural energy, reverting to a primal state. They terrorized a land known as Hoenn, and the people who lived there feared these two over all else. The people called out to their guardian savior, a great dragon who ruled the skies. The people offered the dragon a meteorite that glowed with the colors of the rainbow and was imbued with great power. Their wish to the dragon along with the meteorite caused a change. The great dragon was enveloped in a brilliant light as it descended, undergoing a transformation. This new dragon was stronger, faster, and had the power to halt the Primal Pokemon. It forced them out of their primal states and into a deep slumber, afterwards returning to the skies. This grand transformation became known as Mega Evolution. Over thousands of years, many new stones, called mega stones, were formed as a result of the remaining primal energy. With these Mega Stones, a Pokemon who shared a strong bond with their trainer could utilize these stones to achieve Mega Evolution".
"I tire of your chirps", Kuja said, "You and the old fool both seem to enjoy these pointless tales. They are mere stories and nothing more".
"Is that so", I said, revealing the key stone embedded in my bracelet.
"A pretty stone, nothing more", Kuja retorted.
"You have much to learn", I said, calling out Beatrix, "Now, behold the power of Mega Evolution".
I pressed the stone lightly, causing it to release purple beams of light. Similar beams were released by Beatrix's Aggronite, and soon enveloped her entire body in a light purple sphere. The orb whirred before giant cracks appeared all over it. The cracks began splitting the orb apart, revealing bright light inside. The orb the shattered completely, releasing the bright light. When the light cleared, both Kuja and little Zidane were in awe. The Beatrix that now stood before them was unlike the one they had seen before, yet similar at the same time. Beatrix let out a loud bellow, causing the whole hangar to shake.
"Behold, Mega Aggron", I said, "Now do you believe it was just a tale of old"?
"Incredible", he said, before shaking his head and straightening his posture, "I mean, it is impressive, but will it be enough to stop me"?
"We'll soon find out. Beatrix, use rock smash", I commanded.
Beatrix let out another loud roar and charged forward on all fours. She then leapt up and struck Kuja with one of her forelimbs, which was now glowing a reddish orange. Kuja was knocked back, but was able to stand right back up.
"Don't let up. Use Rock Tomb", I commanded.
Beatrix slammed the ground, causing several giant boulders to shoot up. She then launched them at Kuja, trapping him in a ring of jagged rocks.
"Iron head", I said.
Beartix charged at the trapped Kuja, a white and steel colored energy surrounding her body like electricity. She slammed into the rocks, plowing through them and knocking Kuja out of the ring.
"Finish him with Iron Tail", I said darkly.
Beatrix's tail became cloaked in a metallic light as she charged. Then, using her body weight and momentum, she turned quickly, slamming Kuja with her tail. This sent him flying into another wall.
"Excellent work Beatrix", I said, eliciting a victory bellow from the steel type.
"Oh, did you think you had won", Kuja said, stepping out from the rubble. He cast a cure spell and dusted himself off. "Don't feel to discouraged. You did manage to break one of my ribs".
"Tch, cocky bastard", I grunted, gritting my teeth.
"Now then, let me show you true power", Kuja said, "Flare Star".
Within seconds Beatrix was surrounded by giant orbs of fire. The orbs then exploded, and I heard let out a cry of pain. When the smoke from the explosions cleared, I saw Beatrix, unconscious, back in her original form.
"Damn, even Mega Evolution wasn't enough", I hissed, recalling my fallen Pokemon.
"So, what next? Will you call out another of your Mega beasts", Kuja taunted.
I glared at him, but I knew I couldn't do a damn thing. I couldn't use more than one Mega Evolution per battle, no matter what. I took a step back, not once breaking eye contact with Kuja.
"It seems that the odds are stacked in my favor", Kuja said slyly, "I suggest you hand over the boy now, lest you wish to meet a worse fate than your little pet did".
"Just let him take me Miss Shadow", Little Zidane said, looking up at me with worried blue eyes, "I don't want to see you get hurt".
"I can't do that Zidane", I said, "Otherwise, my friend's fights will have been for nothing".
I then turned back to Kuja, my blue orb creating another force field.
"I will not give in", I growled, "I will fight to protect him. I will either win, or go down trying".
"You truly are a fool", Kuja said, "Thundaga".
He fired a powerful blast of electricity at me, which passed through the shield. It hit me full force, making my body felt like it was on fire. The force field dissipated, unable to stop the attack. When the electricity stopped, I slumped to the ground, unable to move. I could only watch as Kuja knocked Zidane out again and carried him aboard the airship.
"Zidane", I wheezed.
Kuja then exited the airship and walked over to where I was.
"You bastard", I hissed weakly, "Let the kid go".
"You still wish to save him, how pathetic", Kuja taunted, "You don't even know what Garland was going to use the kid for, do you"?
I was silent. I knew Garland needed the kid for something, though what exactly he needed him for I didn't know.
"He was going to use the kid as his Angel of Death", Kuja explained, "As an Angel of Death, Zidane would've been sent to Gaia to start wars and increase the flow of souls. Doing so would allow Terra to be merged with Gaia".
"WHAT", I gasped, "That's what he was going to use Zidane for"!
"Yes, but I wasn't going to let Zidane replace me", Kuja continued, "I will remain the only Angel of Death, and prove myself superior to that boy. And no one is going to stop me".
He then grabbed me by the collar and lifted me off the ground.
"And since I can't have you interfering, you'll be joining the boy on Gaia", Kuja said, "But first-", I felt him place a hand on my forehead, "We can't have you remembering your time on Terra". His hand became covered in light, and I felt myself become light-headed.
"What the hell", I hissed weakly. I couldn't remember where I was, or why I was here. Soon I even forgot who Kuja and Zidane were. All my memories of Terra left me. I felt weak when he was done, and I couldn't stay awake. I could feel the Pokeballs on my belt rattling, and I could hear my Pokemon's worried cries from within.
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Kuja smirked at his victory when he saw Shadow become unconscious. He tried to grab ahold of one of the spheres on her belt, but quickly pulled his hand back after one of them burned him.
"So they wish to remain with here, so be it", Kuja hissed, "They can meet the same fate as her".
He then carried Shadow inside the airship, leaving her near Zidane. After hitting a few switches the airship activated, and pulled out of the Hangar. To Kuja, victory had never tasted sweeter.
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A few hours later, Kuja arrived on Gaia. He left Zidane outside the city of Treno, and left Shadow in the Evil Forest. However, he was unaware he had enraged a great beast.
"How dare he do this to Mistress Shadow", Armageddon seethed from within his Pokeball.
"Calm yourself Armageddon", Altair said, "we are all angry, but we must not do anything rash".
"Then what do you propose we do, Altair", Armageddon hissed.
"Your primal powers can halt aging, can they not", Altair questioned.
"Your point", Armageddon growled.
"Keep Shadow in a sort of coma for now", Altair said.
"WHAT, WHY", Armageddon roared.
"Just trust me on this", Altair said, "and while you're at it, change her appearance. We don't want that sinister man finding her and killing her".
"Very well", Armageddon said, "I shall do as you ask".
The great continent Pokemon then created a ruby crystal around Shadow. Within the crystal, the flow of time stopped. Shadow's appearance was also altered, keeping her identity safe from Kuja. Only time would tell if she was to awaken again.
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Next time on Omega Fantasy:
Eleven years have passed
"So Zidane, is there anything you remember from your past", a dark brown haired girl asks.
"Only the name Shadow", Zidane replies, "I just wish I knew who that was".
"Maybe a friend or family member", the girl says.
An arduous journey begins
"Get them outta here Zidane", a red haired boy shouts, throwing Zidane a rolled up piece of paper.
A familiar face returns
"Man, how long have I been out here", Shadow wonders, "And more importantly, how did I get here? Where is here"?
Join Shadow again in the next chapter of Omega Fantasy.
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S.L of Orre: Hi guys, hope you enjoyed the prologue. The real story begins next time. What will happen?
Shadow: I'll kick some ass, like I always do.
S.L of Orre: Then why didn't you kick ass this chapter?
Shadow: No comment