Cross Generations

by Kanius

The series finale of Digimon Fusion Kai. When anomalies disrupt the ether universe known as the Nexus, generations of heroes from various dimensions converge for a new adventure and to find out the source of this new threat. An Ascendant and his friends also receive unexpected aid from a pink-haired Puella girl and her Lost Kingdom companions.

18. Separations of Tomorrow

Kanius' A/N: We're now shifting into the villains' next plan phase and our heroes are about to split up (for better or worse, but you decide).

And since this story is Dragon Ball in spirit, let us pay our respect to the sadly and recently departed Hiromi Tsuru, the Japanese seiyuu of many well known characters, including Bulma.

And with that, onto the chapter.

Ford1114's A/N: Here comes this chapter of R. Homura and the BAT's next phase.

Before we begin, please pay respects to Hiromi Tsuru, the Japanese voice actor of Bulma.

And also the betraying news of the author of Rurouni Kenshin. Holy fucking hell, this is clearly messed up for those (like me and K) who have watched the anime on Toonami.

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Aokigahara/Tokyo, Japan/Dimension: Character Corner

(Cue Final Fantasy XV OST - 81. Horrors of the Night)

In a rainy season in a Japanese forest riddled with many rumors of suicides, a skirmish battle shows a Duel Monster based on a Star Wars Jedi named Kozmo Farmgirl holding off two Jedi Tonberries (Final Fantasy XV), who are being controlled by the Black Odin Triad. They are in the middle of the duel with the three bruised combatants. Lightsabers keep clashing.

"Man, I really don't wanna stay in this creepy forest that long." Kozmo Farmgirl thought as she uses her blue Kozmo Lightsword, blocking one of the Jedi Tonberry's light purple lightsaber.

The other Jedi Tonberry acts like Yoda, launching a jumping attack at Kozmo Farmgirl, but she yells swinging around her Lightsword while blocking the other Tonberry's attack and damaging the former one. Kozmo Farmgirl quickly leaped behind the first Jedi Tonberry and swiftly stabs it behind, killing the Daemon as it disappears. The other Jedi Tonberry does another sword slash, but Kozmo Farmgirl Force pushes it away into a tree. As the Daemon recovers, Kozmo Farmgirl wasted no time stabbing the Jedi Tonberry's chest, killing it before the Daemon disappears.

(End theme)

"Whew, I gotta get back to meet the others." Kozmo Farmgirl said to herself.

Kozmo Farmgirl then raced away, leaving the forest of Aokigahara as the raindrops kept falling.

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Ayanna's Village/Great Rift Valley, Kenya/Dimension: Character Corner

As Gondul (Corner) is pounding on the ground, screaming and in tears, a spider materializes next to her. It is the African trickster, Anansi.

"There is still a way to save Anuli," Anansi (Corner) suggested.

Gondul (Corner) looks up and realizes. "Yeah, you're right."

Gondul (Corner) then placed her hand on Anuli (Corner)'s forehead. Anuli (Corner)'s soul is recollected and placed back into his body. Anuli (Corner)'s body changed, much to Gondul (Corner)'s surprise, into a young adult's shape. Anuli (Corner)'s eyes open as light gray light enveloped his body. He stood wearing light gray armor and a white bodysuit.

"Anuli, is that you?!" Gondul (Corner) called out.

Anuli (Corner) answers in a deep voice replacing his child self's, "I am here to serve you, Lady Gondul."

Anuli (Corner) briefly summons his spirit partner to demonstrate. It is a Catoblepas. The head is shaped like a warthog (alongside ears, hair, and tusks) with buffalo horns, body structure, and long neck like a Mokele-mbembe; a single horn on its forehead is shaped like a Emela-ntouka and upright plates on its back like a Muhuru. The Catoblepas bellowed. Gondul (Corner) was surprised as Anuli (Corner)'s spirit partner disappeared.

"He's not the same one since he's an Einherji, but he will provide the help he needs," Anansi (Corner) stated.

Gondul (Corner) quietly takes to thought by briefly looking at the sky. With that said, the Valkyrie shapeshifted into a Quetzalcoatlus. Anuli (Corner) hopped on Gondul (Corner)'s neck. Gondul (Corner) flies up to the sky, setting off to meet up with the others.

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Portland, Oregon/Former Nightwind Residence/United States/Dimension: Character Corner

Skogul (Corner) knew what to do. Quietly, the Valkyrie put her hand on Carmen (Corner)'s forehead. Carmen (Corner)'s soul is recollected and placed back into her body. Carmen (Corner)'s eyes open as magenta light enveloped her body. She stood wearing magenta armor and a red dress.

"That's Carmen?!" Eikou cried out.

Skogul (Corner) answers, "I've turned her into an Einherji. Her loss is not in vain."

"Thank you, Lady Skogul. I will be on your side," Carmen (Corner) said.

Skogul (Corner) looked up in the sky, "Let's meet with our friends, everyone."

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(Cue Neurotech - The Lost Hope)

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Cross Generations
Arc II: Black Rebellion
Chapter XVII: Separations of Tomorrow

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Digital World/Azulongmon's Realm/Digiverse-7/Dimension: DF-616

(Cue Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia - Stones Hold a Grudge)

The atmosphere within Azulongmon's realm was calm and serene. With the rising conflicts going on, Azulongmon decided to take measures and increased security in his dominion.

"Lord Azulongmon, we've been able to completely seal away the Digicores," Falcomon informed the Eastern Realm Sovereign.

"Excellent, Falcomon. Have Minervamon, Dianamon, and Apollomon on guard duty," Azulongmon instructed him.

"Yes, Lord Azulongmon…"

Suddenly, a dark portal opened up and interrupted their conversation. Alarmed by this, Falcomon and Azulongmon attentively turned toward the disruptive source. From the portal came Black Omega X, whose appearance baffled Azulongmon and Falcomon.

"Tai?!" Falcomon cried out.

"No, this is the evil Black clone that ravaged Dimitri's future and attacked Tai's group in this dimension," Azulongmon corrected him. "Imposter, what is your business here?!" He demanded, raising his tone as his body glowed with cerulean light.

Black Omega X chortled, walking and scanning the domain. "Pretty fancy place you got here. Yes, Taichi's memories tell me this is Azulongmon's realm and where I'll find SliferGigaSeadramon's Digicores."

"You have Tai's memories? Then, that body…"

"An artificial body that's based off Cornerverse Taichi's body," Black Omega X revealed. "And I was instilled with all of Taichi's memories and Ascendant powers. I know all his strengths and weaknesses. And I know where to find the Digicores. Now would you be so kind and fetch me the Digicores?"

Falcomon backed off from Black Omega X. He dropped into a stance.

"Don't come any closer! This place is heavily guarded!" Falcomon warned. "I have friends who'll stop you!"

"Then please bring them out to play."

"Enough!" Azulongmon bellowed as he unleashed a furious array of thunderbolts. His Soukai brought forth a divine fury that blasted Black Omega X. However, the Sovereign didn't stop there. He swooped down and cast Lightning Whip, sending an immense thunderbolt on the Black Ascendant.

Falcomon quickly took cover and sent a telepathic distress to his Olympus friends. Apollomon, Dianamon, Minervamon, we have an intruder! Get in here now!

Azulongmon fiercely glared down the billowing debris cloud shrouding the spot where he attacked the Black Ascendant. As the smoke cloud thinned, Azulongmon and Falcomon watched in horror as Black Omega X walked out unscathed and enveloped in a black aura.

Black Omega X scoffed in annoyance. "Tch, that was irritating. Surely a Sovereign can do better than this?"

"Lord Azulongmon, we can't let him have the Digicores no matter what!" Falcomon exclaimed, taking a stance against Black Omega X. "By letting someone as evil as he steal the Digicores, I've failed my Spirian brothers and sisters!"

"You needn't worry, because we're here, Falcomon!" A male warrior's voice proclaimed.

Just then, three beams of light struck the space between the Black Ascendant and Falcomon. Apollomon, Dianamon, and Minervamon appeared before Black Omega X, ready to take him on.

Black Omega X chuckled, wearing a sadist's grin. "Some worthy challengers?"

"We are Lord Azulongmon and Falcomon's line of defense!" Apollomon announced. "In Spira and its people's good names, we shall fight to protect our sacred orbs!"

"We know you're not our Taichi! Imposter, you shall be dealt with!" Dianamon declared.

Clapping mockingly, Black Omega X shot back. "How noble of you to protect the honor of your race and its sacred treasures. If only you weren't tied to serve the need of those selfish mortals called the Chosen, you'd probably be in your own world living your lives out how you should and use the Digicores however you want. But…" He formed a rose-colored energy blade through his right hand. "...I could care less for your Spirian heritage and history. I've come to take SliferGigaSeadramon's Digicores to fulfill our organization's desires."

"You won't get far…!" Apollomon roared as he rushed Black Omega X. He forged immense flames from his back to make a fiery ball, launching it at the Black Ascendant.

Black Omega X stopped Apollomon's Sun Ball Blast with a yell. The Black Ascendant flew at Apollomon and traded blows with the Olympian Digimon. Apollomon clenched his right hand into a fist, imbuing it with fire. Apollomon attempted a Sunfire Punch, but Black Omega X spun around and kicked Apollomon hard, sending him flying into the air.

As Apollomon was sent sailing, Black Omega X shot up into the air above him. Black Omega X quickly spun into a tornado and pulverized him with Black Giga Break Tornado. He dropped Apollomon like a bad habit and left him lying unconscious.

Dianamon and Minervamon both rushed Black Omega X. Dianamon fired her Arrow of Artemis, a series of ice arrows that flew at Black Omega X. The Black Ascendant rocketed forward as his black aura brushed away the arrows. He landed a straight jab, snapping Dianamon's instrument in two. Dianamon glided up, distancing herself from Black Omega X.

"Now, Minervamon!" Dianamon called out.

Minervamon charged at Black Omega X with her Olympia sword. She went for her Olympia Slash, which Black Omega X stopped with a Ki blast.

"Imposter, prepare to be exorcised!" Dianamon declared, casting her Crescent Harken to bewitch the Black Ascendant into an illusion. She seemingly manipulated Black Omega X, making him believe he was his own enemy and hoping to kill him through this method. "It's all over."

Black Omega X's confused look shifted into a devious grin. "Oh, is it?"

"What?! It can't be…!" Before Dianamon can finish, Black Omega X snatched her throat and lifted her overhead.

"Your little illusions won't work on me," Black Omega X grinned fiendishly. He then formed a black Ki ball inside the palm of his right hand. "None of you are even worth my time." He blasted Dianamon away.

"You're not getting away with hurting my friends!" Minervamon jumped Black Omega X from behind. She then quickly evolved into Mervamon and summoned her Medullia snake, using it to bite and inject venom into him.

However, Black Omega X powered up as his black aura produced enough force to blow Mervamon away. Mervamon was knocked back into Minervamon as she falls unconscious.

As Azulongmon tried once more to defend his realm, he curled himself up and unleashed his Aurora Force. Once the attack caught Black Omega X, it pushed him far back and pinned him against the wall interior. Azulongmon focused his intent to kill the Black Ascendant and protect the Digicores.

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Shinjuku, Tokyo (新宿区, 東京)/Dimension: DF-616

(Cue Devil May Cry 3 - Doppelganger Theme)

"Super Ascendant… Rosé?" Max blinked.

Omega X pointed to Black Omega X. "Geez, I never thought I'd see myself talking so high and mighty with a faux-British accent and wearing such a girly color."

Celesta X cleared her throat. "Um, hello, I wield pink light, Tai."

Black Omega X grinned at Celesta X. "Not to worry, Hikari. I've made certain my Rosé light is being wielded in the hands of a true divine being. Once I kill you, I'll absorb Homeostasis into my light."

"I don't know how you achieved this Super Rosé power, but we can't let you continue to augment its power!" Max openly declared.

"You're more than welcome to stop me. But, for now, I shall give you all your due punishment, mortals! Let's make this battle a true spectacle!" Black Omega X hovered upward and gazed down on his opposition. "I've not only mastered Taichi's powers, but I've made them my own! Rejoice, Taichi! Only through me can you only reach the pinnacle of beauty you've sought for very long!"

"Look, can you just shut up so we can get to the fight?" Omega X rolled his eyes.

"Spoken like a true feeble-minded mortal. Your kind fails to comprehend the grandeur of my success and glory of my cause! The vast beauty of my power overwhelms you! For I am true divinity!"

Mimi muttered. "And I thought Yamakins loved running his mouth."

Madoka frowned. "I don't like this. He was able to get a divine aura this quickly?"

"Spare me this drivel! The more I look at his face, the more I'm reminded of Tai's stupid face!" Metalla X shouted as he rocketed upward to meet Black Omega X.

"How amusing, Yamato. You want to have a go at me, but I'm not interested in you. You're just the opening act. Now get off my stage!" The Black Ascendant beckoned Metalla X away.

"Like hell I'm just the opening act!" Metalla X went straight for the Black Ascendant.

Black Omega X quickly traded and parried Metalla X's punches. Omega X, Max & Gojiramon, Celesta X, Keke & Mosuramon, Sora & Phoenixmon, Rosemon, Kaimodosu X, Shu, Gai, and Kirito & Asuna (Corner) lend support against the Black Ascendant. WarAngemon stayed behind to guard Mimi and Madoka.

Metalla X went for a straight punch. Black Omega X dodged and caught Metalla X's fist. Metalla X chortled and fired a beam straight into the Black Ascendant's gut. This blast shot Black Omega X into a building.

Black Omega X shot out of the rubble. Omega X and Celesta X quickly cut him off and attacked him together. Black Omega X dodged Omega X's punches and parried Celesta X's kicks.

"Tai!" Celesta X called out.

Omega X flew toward Black Omega X. Black Omega X prepared to blast him, but Omega X vanished with Instant Movement. Celesta X phased in place of her brother and side kicked Black Omega X's face. Black Omega X barely tilted his head and blasted Celesta X away. WarAngemon flew up and caught Celesta X.

"I've got you, Kari!" WarAngemon said.

"Nice try," Black Omega X smirked only for Omega X to teleport behind him. "What?!"

"You're mine!" Omega X went for a spinning kick, but Black Omega X grinned evilly and faked him out with an Instant Movement of his own. "Crap!"

Black Omega X reappeared in front Omega X and blasted him in the gut. After getting blasted, the Ascendant crashed into the ground.

"Bastard!" Max yelled out at Black Omega X. He hastily rocketed toward the Black Ascendant and went for a punch.

Black Omega X casually caught Max's fist and pushed him back. As Mas powered up to Super Blue, he unleashed a flurry of punches on Black Omega X. The Black Ascendant parried Max's punches. Godzillamon charged and attempted to grab Black Omega X. The Black Ascendant evaded Godzillamon and unleashed a black sphere, which slammed hard into the Kaijuu Digimon.

"Godzillamon!" Max shouted, but as he tried to save him, Black Omega X kicked Max away.

Keke and Mosuramon tried their luck. Black Omega X quickly took down Mosuramon. Keke tossed her Rosemary Discs at the Black Ascendant's way, but the Black Ascendant neutralized her discs with two beams. He quickly flew up and kneed Keke hard in the face. He then clubbed Keke and kicked her next to Mosuramon.

Shu, Gai and Kirito & Asuna (Corner) quickly headed off and launched coordinated attacks on Black Omega X. The Black Ascendant dodged Shu and Gai's attacks. Shu used his Singer's Sword on Black Omega X, who stopped the sword with one hand. He kicked Shu away and threw the Singer's Sword aside. He turned as Gai slashed him with his Dancer's Sword. Black Omega X formed a pink energy blade in his right hand and knocked Gai's weapon away. He grabbed and kicked Gai back.

"Come get you some!" Kirito (Corner) boasted as he caught Black Omega X with a double sword slash to the back.

Black Omega X took Kirito (Corner)'s attack with no damage. He gave Kirito (Corner) an irked glare and punched him back. He then disarmed Kirito (Corner)'s swords and kicked him away. Asuna (Corner) jumped up to catch Kirito (Corner).

"Is that all?! You're not even a challenge, wannabe Black Swordsman!" Black Omega X popped his right hand. Suddenly, a pink beam hurtled his way. He felt the attack approach and swerve to the side. He saw Miranda in her powered-up state.

"Hey, stop messing with my new friends, or deal with me!" Miranda yelled out at the Black Ascendant.

Shaking his head, Black Omega X grinned. "Oh, this is rich. Well, come forth if you think you have a chance."

Miranda rocketed toward Black Omega X and went for a tail whip. The Black Ascendant phased out and reappeared behind her. Imbuing purple energy into his right hand, Black Omega X forged an energy blade and used it to cut her with. However, Miranda caught him with an energy beam to his gut and blasted him far back.

"I'm not even supposed to be out and about like this! I'm under house arrest!" Miranda shouted as she hastily flew at Black Omega X and unloaded a flurry of kicks, which he read her movements like a book by tilting his head and body around. "So, I'm going to make this quick!"

"My, your strength is nothing to scoff at. Give me your worst!" Black Omega X goaded her to strike him down.

Miranda quickly formed an energy ball made of destructive power and tossed it at Black Omega X. Black Omega X collided headfirst into her Detonation Ball and unleashed a succession of hand blade strikes, which made the ball explode. The explosion caused buildings in the encompassing area to shake and foundations to crumble.

As debris started to rain down from some buildings, Izzy and Yolei arrived with their Digimon.

"HerculesKabuterimon, let's make sure and stop the debris don't fall on civilians!" Izzy ordered.

"I'm on it, Izzy!"

"So, we're the clean-up crew?" Yolei nodded. "You hear that, Aquilamon?"

"Loud and clear!"

As debris fell on a crowd of civilians, Zordiark X dove in and caught the rain of debris from crushing the people.

"Nice catch, Ken!" Yolei called out.

HerculesKabuterimon and Aquilamon aided with the efforts by blasted away debris and carrying civilians away from the fight.

Miranda quickly launched herself at Black Omega X and narrowly missed a punch. Black Omega X tossed an energy beam, which she stopped and nullified with a barrier. As he prepared to cut her barrier with his hand blade, Kaimodosu X kicked Black Omega X's back. As Black Omega X crashed into the ground, Kaimodosu X and Miranda combined energy beams as they fired simultaneously at the Black Ascendant. Black Omega X directly stopped the beams with a Ki barrier.

"Tai! Max!" Sora cried as she tended to Omega X and Max.

As he powered up, Black Omega X nullified Kaimodosu X and Miranda's attacks. He quickly phased out and reappeared in front of the two. Kaimodosu X prepared to defend herself, but Black Omega X slashed her with quick strikes and blasted her down. Miranda attempted to tap into the Gamma power she had, but Black Omega X blasted her away.

Sora looked up, staring a hole through Black Omega X. A fiery aura flared over her as she prepared to take charge against the Black Ascendant. She quickly fired fiery blasts at Black Omega X, who effortlessly wiped the attacks out.

Before Sora could even retaliate, Mimi stopped her. "Don't, Sora. You'll end up just like Tai, Max. and the others!" The Bearer of Sincerity pleaded to her friend not to make a rash choice.

As Phoenixmon and Rosemon tried to fend off Black Omega X, the Black Ascendant largely toyed with the two. He blasted them both away. Then, he grabbed Rosemon and kicked her away.

"Feh, you're no better than the Rosemon I killed," Black Omega X scoffed irritably. He shifted over to Sora and Mimi, giving them an evil grin.

Omega X stirred in Sora's arms. "You're not getting away… with this…"

"Hey, asshole! Did you forget about me?!" Metalla X bellowed as he charged up a Big Bang Attack.

Omega X and Max already readied Tsunami Wave stances.

Having noticed the trio preparing a united attack, Black Omega X snorted. He noticed the pink energy string on his finger dissipate. This signaled that his doppelganger got what he sought.

(End theme)

"I had enough for today." Black Omega X powered down as a portal opened up behind him. "Catch you all later."

With that, Black Omega X left the dimension as the portal disappeared.

"He's gone. Whoever he is, he's got quite the power," Max muttered as he finished tending to Godzillamon. "Being able to fight off three Super Ascendant Blues."

"Ascendant Rosé is like its own unique beast. It's just like Blue, but there's a weird divine presence to it," Omega X muttered. "And I still can't shake off this feeling that aura feels so familiar."

As he checked on Keke and Mosuramon, Metalla X growled. "Well, he's not getting away with what he's done here."

As she picked up Palmon, the Bearer of Sincerity sighed. "I'm just glad no one got seriously hurt."

"Hey, Tai, you mentioned Black Omega X's aura felt so familiar. Who's the first person that crosses your mind?" Max queried to Omega X.

"All I know it's a divine aura and it's someone I've probably fought before," Omega X said. "But, this guy's energy is so unique, I can hardly tell who he might be… he did mention that body of his is counterfeit."

"So, someone who created an artificial body to house his power in," Max said. "That doesn't exactly tell us who this individual is." He patted Omega X's shoulder. "C'mon, we can tell this over at your place."

"Right, let's get going everyone," Omega X nodded as he checked with Sora. "Hey, that was brave of you what you did, but don't try and fight someone like him."

"I know, but I couldn't let him get away…"

Omega X put a finger to her chin. "Heh, I don't want you to start making rash choices as I do. That's a me thing not you."

"I'll keep that in mind."

Madoka finished treating most of the heroes. The last ones she healed were Kaimodosu X and Miranda.

"Thanks, Madoka," Kaimodosu X said with gratitude.

"That was pitiful, guess I'll have to up my training," Miranda expressed disappointment in her defeat.

"More like time to go back with us where you help us build better defenses for the building," Izzy was heard as he, Yolei, and Zordiark X came to pick her up.

"Yes, of course…" Miranda dusted herself off. "But, maybe a teensy bit of training, too? I promise not to get reckless like that again."

"Right, because you thought that detonation ball of yours could've stopped him," Zordiark X remarked.

"Aww, c'mon, I know I've been restricted to this vicinity, but a little freedom makes people like me less cranky! And that evil Tai crashed into our place, so I only attacked because he was a threat to us!" Miranda voiced her discontent with SHIELD's restrictions placed on her. As a result, she ended up getting a scolding from Yolei.

(Cue Hunter x Hunter OST - Scariness)

Having just noticed Omega X, Izzy walked up to his friend.

"Hey, Tai, we just saw that evil clone of yours…"

"Thanks for taking care of those civilians for us, Izzy. I know we can count on you and the few others who can't fight the big strong enemies as I can."

The Bearer of Knowledge nodded and smiled. "No problem, but don't you think it'd feel good if we all fought together like the old days?"

"I'd like that," Omega X smiled back to his friend.

Omega X looked up to the spot where Black Omega X forged an escape portal. He gritted his teeth. He still couldn't shake off his suspicions and wondered about Black Omega X's identity.

(End theme)

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Digital World/Azulongmon's Realm/Moments ago

(Stones Hold a Grudge resumes)

"Imposter, you shall not have the Digicores! No matter what!"

Azulongmon prepared for another Aurora Force, but a rose aura formed over Black Omega X. The villainous Ascendant transformed into a full Super Ascendant Rose. Falcomon blanched in horror as Black Omega X's rose aura cracked and ripped the interior wall, shattering it with immense force.

This is Super Ascendant power?! So immense and divine… and yet it brims with evil! Falcomon thought, trying to process what he's witnessing.

"You've attained the power akin to an Ascendant God?! Who are you…? Your power feels similar to a Digi-Deity's!" Azulongmon yelled out, horrified by what he was sensing.

Black Omega X cupped his hands and gathered a black ball of Ki. "Time for you to sleep, Azulongmon!" He then unleashed his Black Tsunami Wave, hitting Azulongmon with full force and knocking the Sovereign out of commission.

Azulongmon collapsed still breathing but critically damaged by Black Omega X.

Falcomon backed off terrified for his life. Black Omega X seized the Digicore guardian and lifted him up.

"Now tell me where those Digicores are contained, or you die." Black Omega X readied a black Ki ball in case Falcomon refused to cooperate.

Before Falcomon can say anything, Black Omega X turned and sighted bright glowing lights. He threw Falcomon down and flew into the source of the lights. He entered a spacious room and eyed the four Digicores sitting inside four slots.

"They're right here for the pickings," Black Omega X eyed the four glowing orbs.

Suddenly, the images of Ebonwumon, Zhuqiaomon, and Baihumon appeared on the wall. They noticed the Black Ascendant stealing the Digicores.

"Who are you?!" Baihumon demanded. "Wait, it's Taichi Kamiya!"

"No, it's that black imposter we were informed by Azulongmon!" Ebonwumon's left head added.

"Set those Digicores down if you know what's good for you!" Zhuqiaomon threatened as his body lit with divine flames.

"You should tend to your fellow Sovereign. He and his guardians require some medical treatment after what I did to them," Black Omega X said, snapping his fingers, causing the Digicores to float around him. "I have what I came for. Time for me to depart."

"Stop!" Falcomon shouted as he flew at Black Omega X.

"Farewell!" Black Omega X waved off as he summoned a black portal and hopped through it.

As he narrowly missed the Black Ascendant, Falcomon hit the ground facefirst and punched the ground.

"No, he's gotten away with the Digicores!" Falcomon blamed himself for his failure as guardian.

"Come my friends! We must tend to Azulongmon!" Baihumon declared.

"Alert Taichi and his friends, Falcomon!" Zhuqiaomon ordered.

"Will do!" Falcomon replied without hesitation. He closed his eyes. If I can somehow locate him if he isn't far away with Lords Beerusmon and Whismon!

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Pocket Dimension

Black Omega X witnessed a wormhole open up. To his delight, his doppelganger returned with the Digicores.

"Ah, you've brought them. Magnificent," Black Omega X grinned fiendishly as he snatched the Digicores. "Now return to me." With a finger snap, the doppelganger turned into rosé dust and was absorbed into the Black Ascendant's body. "Now to await the other two to bring me RaPhoenixmon's mirror and ObeliskMegaGargomon's gem. What's keeping them?"

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Azabu-Jūban District (麻布十番区)/Hikawa Shrine (氷川神社)/Dimension: YYGDM-01/2:25 PM

Meanwhile, Dramon X and Angemon X engaged their Black counterparts with a flurry of punches. Dramon X punched Black Dramon X away. Angemon X and Black Angemon X blasted each other back.

Black Angemon X scowled. "It's time, my friend."

"Let's get serious then." Black Dramon X responded.

(Cue Neurotech – As Will Ascends)

Then, both Black Angemon X and Black Dramon X yelled and powered up to new forms similar to Black Omega X's Black Ascendant Rosé form.

Black Angemon X's appearance stayed the same except his hair color and wings changed to rosé with elements of Super Angemon X's built frame.

Black Dramon X's appearance stayed the same, except his body glowed with a rosé color similar to Trans-Am from Gundam 00. He pulled out and brandished his choice sword: the Black Star Breaker blade.

Dramon X scoffed seeing his counterpart wearing a rosé-schemed gimmick. "Couldn't you have picked a badass color than that?"

Black Dramon X chortled, speaking a familiar faux-British voice. "I guess you just can't comprehend the beauty of one wielding divine light? Such a shame, Kensuke Rainer."

"Man, spare me that pretentious British accent, please!" Dramon X groaned.

"Then, let's resume this fight, Kensuke."

Dramon X and Black Dramon X flew around with god-like speeds in the sky. They moved so fast no ordinary people see their reaction movements. Clashes and sword strikes are felt that neither can land a direct hit.

"Man, I can't even hit you?!" Dramon X growled with fury.

Black Dramon X cackled. "Our speeds are equalized! We can keep this going for however long we can!"

"Well, I don't have all the time in the world to be fighting you!" Dramon X snapped as he flew into Black Dramon X and slammed him down.

Angemon X and Sedna watched Dramon X fight with his might.

"Brother, be careful!" Sedna pleaded. She turned her sights on Black Angemon X's rosé presence.

Watching Dramon X and Black Dramon X's battle escalate, Black Angemon X taunted Angemon X.

"Seeing you look like me and with rosé hair is so wrong," Angemon X conveyed his disgust at Black Angemon X.

Black Angemon X chortled evilly in response to their retorts. "Oh, I'm touched. Not really I am. I'm glad you recognize the rosé color suits me well." He speaks in a more eloquently than Dimitri's polite tone.

"We didn't compliment you!" Sedna rebuked, quickly transforming into her Dai-Valkyrie form.

"Let's end this chatter and commence with your deaths," the Black Ascendant suggested, charging two black Ki balls and firing them at the two.

Angemon X and Dai-Valkyrie Sedna both flew up, but the Ki blasts homed on them. Angemon X sliced a Ki ball in two. Sedna produced a ball of ice that absorbed and stopped the other Ki blast in its tracks.

"Not bad!" Black Angemon X cackled as he phased behind Angemon X and Sedna. "But still too slow!"

Angemon X and Sedna quickly turned to attack Black Angemon X. The Black Ascendant blasted Angemon X back. Sedna drew out her Dragon Saber and slashed at Black Angemon X. But, the Black Ascendant caught the blade with one hand and kicked it from her hand. Black Angemon X went for an elbow, but Sedna summoned Knut, who took the blow for his rider. Knut was felled quickly. Sedna flew down to tend to Knut.

"I don't think so," Black Angemon X lobbed a black Ki ball at Sedna, who turned as it approached her.

"SIS!" Dramon X instinctively flew over and threw himself in front of Sedna, taking Black Angemon X's blast. He wailed painfully, leaving himself open for the Black Ascendants to double team him with coordinated attacks.

The Black Ascendant duo combined black Ki balls, forming a larger black sphere. They shoved it into Dramon X and sent him crashing toward Angemon X.

"Brother!" Sedna cried out, flying down to tend to Dramon X and Angemon X.

"That does it! Let's see how you handle Advanced Beasts!" BlazeGallantmon declared as red flames enveloped him. The red flames formed into a red sphere, which cracked open. From this sphere came Guilkatomon, who fired his Hazard Wave at the Black Ascendants.

"Takato!" Moon called out to him. She transformed into her Dai-Valkyrie form and tried to help Guilkatomon.

"Foolish mortal," Black Dramon X muttered, putting his hand out to stop Guilkatomon's attack.

Black Angemon X propelled toward Guilkatomon and hammered him with punches. Guilkatomon put up his guard, but Black Angemon X overwhelmed him with heavy punches. The Black Ascendant clubbed Guilkatomon's face and blasted him down. As StormSakuyamon and QuakeGargomon intervened, Black Dramon X stopped them at their tracks.

"Going somewhere?" Black Dramon X grinned evilly, taunting them.

"Take this!" StormSakuyamon flew at Black Dramon X.

As Black Dramon X prepared to attack, Guilkatomon fired a red beam that cut StormSakuyamon off from Black Dramon X.

"Don't, Rika and Renamon…!" Guilkatomon called out. "You and QuakeGargomon can't beat him!"

"He's right. You'd best stand down," Black Dramon X chortled.

"Yeah, well I sure as hell won't stand down!" Brunhilde quickly flew at Black Dramon X. She swung down and tossed her blade at Black Dramon X.

Black Dramon X backhanded Brunhilde's sword. She took out a small silver crystal. She invoked her Moon Force Crystal's power and unleashed a silver beam that impacted Black Dramon X.

"Kotori, don't overexert yourself with that!" Moon warned her.

"It's ok! I've got a better grasp over it these days! Especially after beating that whore Mist!" Brunhilde called out.

"Too bad you're fighting two opponents!" Black Angemon X said as he phased behind Brunhilde and clubbed her back. He then elbowed her in the spine, sending her crashing to the ground.

"Kotori!" Moon cried out as she flew down to tend to the Valkyrie.

Yusuke attempted a last desperate attack on Black Angemon X. However, the Black Ascendant stopped Yusuke's Spirit Gun with one hand. He quickly kneed Yusuke and kicked him away, sending him landing on top of a cart.

Moon looked up, casting a scornful glare at the Black Ascendants. Houou Mars stopped her from going after them.

"Don't. That's what they want," Houou Mars advised her. As she prepared to attack them with her cosmic flames, she watched their rosé auras fade.

(End theme)

Black Angemon X and Dramon X powered down to their normal states.

"I think it's time we have to leave," Black Angemon X stated.

"We have some errands to finish, but you needn't worry. We'll play with you maggots again." Black Dramon X wickedly said.

"Let's finish our work," Black Angemon X formed a portal and hopped through it.

Black Dramon X waved to Dramon X. "We'll do this again very soon, Kensuke."

Both dark angels conjured portals to leave the dimension.

"Wait! Get back here, you monsters!" Angemon X roared.

But, the Black Ascendants already departed as the portals disappeared.

Smashing his fist to the ground, Angemon X vented. "Damn it! They got away!"

"Is anyone ok?" Sedna asked everyone else.

"We're all fine, but he still took my sister's mirror," Houou Mars sighed.

"Brother, how are you holding up?" Sedna asked, holding Dramon X.

"I'll live…" Dramon X muttered, opening his eyes. "But those rosé-colored assholes sure won't. I sure as well won't let them get away calling us fucking maggots."

"I'm just glad Athena wasn't here to see this," Sedna said.

Angemon X stood, staring intensely toward the sky. "They won't get away with this."

"Don't worry. If we know bad guys like them, they'll come and try to finish us off, but we will rebound from this," the Kuiper reminded them. "It's what we do."

"She's right," Moon said, finishing healing Brunhilde. "This is just a battle we lost, but there'll come another chance."

Guilkatomon struggled to sit up. "Right."

Holding Dramon X, Sedna carried him. They then both stood next to Angemon X.

"Let's hope all of us are better prepped for these guys next time," Angemon X began to resolve from his despair. "I bet Tai and the others would agree. I mean, there's only three Black Ascendants to worry about. What else can go wrong?"

Upon arriving with Cammy's friends, Shingo ran over and hugged Cammy, who cried onto his shoulder.

"He took the mirror," Cammy cried.

"The one with RaPhoenixmon in?" Shingo queried.

"Yeah… I don't know why he would want it beyond taking RaPhoenixmon's power."

"That's very likely the realistic scenario," Kurama said, treating Hiei.

"And just when I thought the shrine would be free from assholes for a while," Houou Mars said. "It wasn't long ago 'daddy' showed up possessed by a fragment of Yami Houou to take Igasu's container."

Sailor Moon turned to Houou Mars. "I'm sorry. I wish we could've gotten here sooner."

"No, you responded faster than I could've expected."

"These Black Ascendants aren't wasting any time. This one didn't waste any time stealing Cammy's mirror. They're no doubt planning to do something with it," Sailor Sedna speculated.

"Whatever it is, we'll stop them," Sailor Orcus nodded.

Yui patted Cammy's shoulder. "Don't blame yourself for this. There's no way you could've stopped him on your own."

Cammy smiled and nodded. "Thanks, Yui."

"Yeah, we're going to take back that mirror and beat these Black Ascendants!" Aoshi reassured her.

"We have to tell Tai and the others about this," Angemon X informed everyone.

"Don't worry that's the plan," Sedna said. "I mean, that's the sole purpose for the meeting, so we can talk to Tai about these Black Ascendants."

"Well, it didn't take one of them long to come right back and take the mirror," Kensuke said. "Wait, what if they're after the other two objects? SliferGigaSeadramon's Digicores and ObeliskMegaGargomon's gem?!"

"That would be trouble," Saturn said.

"Yes, it's imperative more than ever we take action right away," Venus suggested. "After we get patched up, we're heading to Legend HQ, everyone. This has bumped up to an omega-level situation."

"Are we ready to go?" Moon asked Kurama, who finished treating Hiei. "Ok then, let's get moving. Off to Legend HQ!"

xxxxx

Pocket dimension/Dimension: XLR-8

(Cue Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia OST - Stones Hold a Grudge)

Meanwhile, upon entering the Digi-Deity's pocket dimension, Black Dramon X had no trouble collecting ObeliskMegaGargomon's gem. He examined the gem in his hand and chuckled.

"Perfect and that makes three. We have all three items," Black Dramon X muttered, glancing over to see Black Omega X holding the Digicores and Black Angemon X carrying the Dragon Gazer Mirror.

"Now, let's make use of their powers as our masters intended," Black Omega X stated.

"And we must act quickly before we shift to the next phase," Black Angemon X suggested.

(End theme)

xxxxx

Tokyo, Japan/Dimension: YYGDM-01

(Cue Castlevania: Curse of Darkness OST - Garibaldi Courtyard)

As Jessica (YYGDM-01) and Ford (Story) wander in a park alone, they sense someone approaching. Seeing the figure above them is R. Homura herself.

"What the heck?!" Jessica (YYGDM-01) cried out.

"Wait! You're not Homura-!" Ford (Story) exclaimed before being intervened.

Wasting no time, R. Homura casts a sleeping spell, putting both Ford (Story) and Jessica (YYGDM-01) to sleep and knocking them unconscious. R. Homura then carries both of the captives in her arms.

"I apologize for intruding. I need this young man for opening the source….but an entity wants to meet you, Skogul."

R. Homura then creates a portal, walking towards it and leaving the dimension.

xxxxx

Other World/X's Planet/Digiverse-7/Dimension: DF-616

Back on X's planet, Max and Gojiramon are inside their mansion with concerned looks about the situation.

This is bad, now the Digicores have been taken! Black Omega X played us into his hands and sent a clone to collect them under our noses! I'll finish up here and get back to Tai pronto! Max anxiously thought after grabbing a few supplies from his room.

"I'm ready to go, Max!" Gojiramon said, carrying his backpack.

"Right, let's…" Before Max can finish, he sensed a malevolent presence materialize. "Who's there?!"

(Cue Castlevania: Curse of Darkness OST - Eneomaos Machine Tower)

"I'm hurt. Don't you recognize me, Max Kamiya? So, sorry I'm interrupting your plan to see your friends." A voice coolly and darkly whispered as he seemed to read, seemingly reading Max's thoughts, which broke Max's train of thought.

Max and Gojiramon turned to see the intruder approach them. It was Soma Saitou accompanied by Kyubey, who sat on his right shoulder.

"Who are you, and how did you know my name?!" Max demanded, dropping into a battle stance. "And did you just read my mind?" Only gods and Tai has been able to do that!

"Yeah, there's others besides gods and your friends who can read minds," Saitou calmly chortled. "Max Kamiya, relax. I didn't come here to fight you, but I suggest you come with me." He raised his hand toward his palm.

Seeing this, Max quickly launched at Saitou and pushed him out of the room. He crashed through a wall and flew far away carrying Saitou with him. He grabbed Saitou and tossed him down. Saitou spun around and floated down.

Saitou smirked. "Didn't I say I didn't come here to fight you?"

Max descended toward him. "You're an intruder on holy grounds! How did you get here?!" He then eyed Kyubey on the man's shoulder. "And why is Kyubey with you?!"

"You're about to find out soon enough," Saitou sighed as he got into a fighting stance.

"Please don't make it hard on us, Max Kamiya," Kyubey insisted.

"Hey, jerk! You went turncoat on us! Why I oughta!" Gojiramon snarled as he ran to get Kyubey, but Max stopped him.

As Max powered up, he flew at Saitou to attack. Just then, he paused and witnessed Saitou raising the palm of his hand.

Wait, something's off! He's not about to fire a Ki beam! Max realized but it was too late as he felt a force that quickly knocked him unconscious. He collapsed in front of Saitou.

"Max!" Gojiramon cried out and is about to attack, but Saitou knocked him away with a Ki beam. After knocking out the Kaijuu Digimon, he picked up and carried Max with him.

"Sleep tight, we'll properly greet each other momentarily," Saitou stated.

With that, Saitou created a portal for him, Kyubey, and his hostage to leave the dimension.

(End theme)

Shortly after Saitou and Kyubey left taking Max with them, Simms returned to see Max. To his dismay, he saw Gojiramon lying unconscious.

"Gojiramon?!" Simms yelled out as he ran over to the Kaijuu Digimon. "Gojiramon! Hey, what happened to you? Where's Max?" He shook Gojiramon awake.

Gojiramon came to and groaned. "...Simms… it's Max… they took him…"

"Who took Max?"

"Kyubey and some guy named Saitou… they took Max…!"

The old watcher was left befuddled. "The Black Ascendants weren't behind this? What in Other World is going on here?"

xxxx

Earth/Odaiba Park/Digiverse-7/Dimension: DF-616

(Garibaldi Courtyard resumes)

Later in the day after their brief scuffle with Black Omega X, Shu and Gai met with Inori and Mana. Before the couples could confide with each other, they were attacked by Saitou's Digimon partners: Arkadimon and Deathmon.

Following a brief but bloody scuffle, Shu and Gai were left lying injured. Their Void swords dissipated after having been decisively defeated. When Mana and Inori tried to invoke their Genesis and Apocalypse goddess forms, Deathmon and Arkadimon managed to subdue them.

Arkadimon walked forward, unveiling a newly evolved form unique to him. He resembled the same creature, but with a skull face, a black robe worn by Death, and carrying a scythe. A bunch of small sickles surrounded him in a circle formation. He managed to soundly defeat Shu.

"You were never a match for me: Arkadi X."

Deathmon stepped forward, revealing his own unique evolved form. He resembled a giant dark gray-skinned reptilian humanoid garbed in black and gold armor. His glowing green eyes scanned Gai's broken form.

"A nice attempt being a hero, but I, Galamon X, can't be defeated by you."

"We'll be taking her now," Arkadi X snapped his fingers to make the unconscious Mana float over to him. He grabbed and carried the woman.

"Where are you taking my sister?!" Shu snapped at him.

"We have no time to answer, boy. We're just following orders for our master." Arkadi X answered in a polite and serious tone, a stark contrast to his previous berserker monster state Arkadimon showed to be.

"And we must go, Arkadi X." Galamoth X deeply said.

Arkadi X then opened the portal, leaving this dimension. Galamoth X hopped through the portal followed by Arkadi X.

As he was about to leave, Arkadi X turned to the trio.

"We shall meet again. Until then brush up on your skills if you wish to defeat our organization," Arkadi X said as he floated through the portal while carrying Mana.

"Damn it! Mana!" Shu cursed and punched the ground.

Inori crawled over and hugged Shu from behind. "We're going to get her back, Shu. I promise."

Gai growled. "We have to let the others know fast about what happened!"

(End theme)

xxxxx

Odaiba District/Odaiba Notama Apartments/Tai's Residence/Room#122

"DAMN IT!" The angry roar of Tai shook the apartment. He nearly kicked the door down to run out and trace Max's presence. He got nothing and put his fingers on his forehead. With Instant Movement, he quickly vanished to Other World and returned back when he saw no Max there to meet him. "I can't believe this! First, that evil tricks us and uses a clone to nab the Digicores right under our noses! Now, they've got Max and Shu's sister!"

Sora approached Tai and patted his shoulder. "Tai, it's ok. Breath." Her gentle voice calmed him down. "Listen, I'm terribly upset by this, too."

"Then, we should be looking for him! For all we know, they could've killed him!"

"I doubt it," Simms spoke up. "Gojiramon said the man who captured him had no interest to kill Max."

"Level with us, Gojiramon. This man isn't one of the Black Ascendants?" Keke asked the Kaijuu Digimon.

"Nope, he called himself Soma Saitou or something like that. And Kyubey was with him."

Hearing Kyubey's name, Madoka frowned. "So, that's where Kyubey's been lately. He's been with the enemy? Has he been monitoring us and giving information to the enemy behind our backs? Homura's not gonna be happy when I tell her."

"I knew that little jerk couldn't be trusted!" Gojiramon said.

Madoka patted Gojiramon. "Don't worry. We'll get Max back. I promise!"

"How do we go about this then?" Tai asked, scanning the guests in his apartment.

"We can ask Simms. Maybe Lord Shinmon?" Agumon suggested.

"Or, maybe Lords Whismon and Beerusmon," Dorothy said.

"Those two are supposed to visit us soon, aren't they?" Sora asked Tai.

"By soon, you mean today," Tai corrected her. "Apparently, they got done investigating my suspicions on the identity of the divine aura I sensed from Black Omega X."

"So, have you figured it out?" Kari asked her brother.

"You might think it's someone you fought before?" Gatomon asked him. "Well, spill it. Who do you think it is?"

Taking a deep breath, Tai opened his eyes. He wore a deeply serious and intense look on his face. He had become a man on a mission to bring down the ones who've made the conflict personal.

"Zamasmon."

xxxxx

Shinjuku District/Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building/Legend Headquarters/Dimension: YYGDM-01

Not long after their skirmish with Black Angemon X, the Sailor Senshi, and Spirit Detectives reconvened with the other heroes in Legend HQ. When they informed the Tamers, Legendary Warriors, Duelists, and the others about the Black Ascendant's attack, serious discussions went down about the BAT's recent appearances and just now Black Angemon X stealing RaPhoenixmon's mirror.

"I'm seriously glad you're ok, Cammy," Takato said as he and the others listened to their entire account.

"But the fact he took the mirror spells bad news, especially if they're after the other three items," Yugi stated.

"Without those items, that prevents us from reviving anyone with the Digicores and without the other two items we have little way to repair dimensional damages," Sedna pointed out these scenarios.

"If we're going to stop these Black Ascendants, we'll have to approach this situation with extreme caution," Sailor Pluto highly suggested. "And predicting the arrival of the Black Ascendants will be difficult to pinpoint. They're traversing through the Nexus using rings."

"I've seen similar instruments used by past dimension crossers. These foes probably based their rings on those items," John Smith elaborated.

"Isn't Ryo doing his part and investigating this, Karin?" Dimitri asked Sedna.

"Yeah, and if he returns with anything he'll let us know, but we're in the dark now. Ryo suggested I lay low for now so I don't run the risk into running into the Black Ascendants."

Although not present in the conference room, Marty Stonebagel, founder of the West Coasters, was on a big screen to speak with the other Founders and their cohorts.

"Yeah, sounds like we have a troubling situation here. My team and I would be willing to help. We'll send for some of us over there," Marty informed them.

"We're very grateful of you willing to help us, Marty," Moon genuinely said.

Just then, Brunhilde, the Valkyries, Alec, and Reginleif (Corner) stormed into the conference room. Missing from their group was Skogul (YYGDM-01).

"Guys, Skogul and Ford have gone missing!" Brunhilde exclaimed. "We've tried to contact them, but we've gotten no response from Skogul!"

"What?!" Takato cried out.

"Skogul's missing?!" Pluto stood up, alarmed by this development.

As the Valkyries informed everyone of Jessica (YYGDM-01) and Ford (Story)'s last whereabouts, they speculated the coincidental connection between the BAT and the disappearance of the aforementioned.

"Think the Black Ascendants are behind this?" Takato wondered.

"Maybe, but what would they want with Jessica and Ford?" Brunhilde questioned the villains' motives. "Taking those two doesn't seem in character for them."

"Then again, bad guys will do anything to get our attention," Gondul said. "This could be their way of forcing a surrender from us."

"Well, we're not going to surrender, are we?" Reginleif (Corner) asked the Valkyries.

"Hell no, we're not!" Sigrun said.

"So, how are we going to save them now? Between these Black Ascendants and our captured friends, we don't know where to turn," Brunhilde said.

Pluto offered. "I think I know some people who may be able to help us."

"Who?" Moon asked the Time Guardian.

"I think you'll be surprised if they're willing to help us," John vaguely said.

"Also, apparently others have mysteriously vanished in dimension DF-616," Pluto informed everyone. "John's TARDIS picked up on a few anomalous sources that infiltrated that dimension."

"Was it the Black Ascendants? And who was captured?" Dimitri asked her.

John answered. "We don't know who entered that universe, but one of the Watchers, Simms I believe his name was… he informed us Max Kamiya was captured among others."

"Max's been captured, too?!" Dimitri and Kensuke yelled out together.

"No way, who'd get the drop on him?!" Takato was aghast hearing this.

"Who are the others?" asked Moon.

"The other is Mana Ouma," Pluto revealed. "These four were captured at different points of time and locations. We can't confirm or deny if the Black Ascendants had any involvement."

"Maybe not them, but they probably have accomplices working with them," Takato considered.

"That's a likely scenario, Takato," Henry said.

"This has become a multi-dimension problem," Yugi added. "We might need to break into groups."

"That's good an all, but we need to find out where the Black Ascendants and their accomplices are hiding out," Venus said.

"That's why Ryo is on the job looking for the bad guys' location," Sedna plainly said.

"Moreover, our DF-616 allies will do their part and investigate into this as well," Pluto reminded them.

"We'll have to decide who's willing to go," Moon pressed. "And if anyone doesn't feel up to fighting with us, we won't blame you nor hold it against you."

"Ok, so we're all in this together, are we?" Brunhilde asked her crew.

"You bet, I mean that's our friend who's been captured!" Sigrun said energetically.

"Count me in. Jessica is our friend," Gondul nobly added.

"And you can count on me, too. Right, Kara?" Alec asked. "I mean, I know I could help y'all with sup-" He stopped as Reginleif (Corner) shot him an intense glare.

"Nah, we won't need you for this mission. You can sit this one out," Reginleif (Corner) rebuked, getting right up in Alec's face.

"Um, is there a problem?" Alec asked, backing off.

"In my world, you're nothing anything special, but apparently here you've managed to get with Kara. I won't hold that against you, but I'm not gonna let you show us up here," Reginleif (Corner) got up in Alec's face, making him back off more. "I'm not taking any chances with you messing up our operation. And if you have any objections, I'll beat your 'show stealing' ass, Tuxedo Norse!"

Alec was speechless with Reginleif (Corner)'s threats. The others were just as confused with her hostility, but Brunhilde couldn't help but chuckle.

"Tuxedo Norse?" Brunhilde cracked a grin. "I thought I was the only one who thought of that."

"Actually, a few of us did," Gondul pointed out.

"Elle, it's ok," Sigrun called Reginleif (Corner) by her real name, which calmed her down. "I don't understand your problem with Alec. Ever since you got here, you've given him the cold shoulder."

"I'm sorry, Kara. You're right, I was being too hostile, but I think Alec should stay behind and help defend home in case the bad guys send underlings here. Likewise, Saya and Kiyoko should stay behind, too. Those are liabilities in battle."

"Well, I guess that's fair," Brunhilde shrugged.

Alec nodded. "Whatever you decide, I'm cool with."

"Then, it's decided," Brunhilde pointed to herself, Skuld, Gondul, Sigrun, and Reginleif (Corner). "We're in this together to save Jessica and Ford!"

"Looks like we'll be in this to save Max and beat some Black Ascendant ass," Kensuke turned to Dimitri and Sedna.

"Got that right, but I suggest we invite Tai and the others here so we can discuss how we approach this delicate situation," Dimitri said.

"Good idea. We still need to find out where the Black Ascendants' current location is," Sedna said. "I mean, they could be occupying some pocket dimension within the Nexus for all we know. They could be linked to the entity that unleashed all those anomalous agents we've been clearing out."

"Anomalous agents…" John muttered.

(Cue Doctor Who Series 5 OST - I Am The Doctor)

Suddenly, something just dawned on John Smith. He stormed out of the conference.

"John?!" Pluto went after him. She ran out of the room and spotted him getting into his TARDIS.

John typed something into his TARDIS board as he pulled up a map of the Nexus. He meticulously scanned the Nexus map and isolated every anomalous beacon until he noticed three anomalies moving toward a location. He watched as these beacons quickly vanished upon entering some black void.

"John? What is it?"

John then noticed several other beacons vanish into another dark void. He picked up on the coordinates to these two void locations.

"Miss Sedna brought something to my attention. All those anomalous agents we've been working hard to eliminate were due to my TARDIS picking up on their locations," John reminded Pluto.

"Yes, and what about that?"

"If these Black Ascendants and accomplices operate like any other anomalous agent, then the TARDIS should be able to track their current locations."

"Have you been able to locate them?"

"Apparently so," John pointed to the two void-like beacons on a screen. "See these two beacons? I just three anomalous sources converge and enter this void. When you think three, who immediately springs to mind?"

"The Black Ascendants."

"They've entered a dimension with the coordinates: DUA-16. And get this, I noticed other beacons moving toward another void. And you know what dimension this is?"

"Do tell."

"Yog-Sothoth's Realm."

Pluto was speechless to hear this.

"Pluto, we have to tell everyone about this. I think we may have found the location of our kidnapped friends."

(End theme)

xxxxx

Earth/Pizza Palace/Digiverse-7/Dimension: DF-616

As Simms told them about Max's kidnapping, Tai and Sora responded with extreme apprehension. Tai didn't waste causing a scene and running out of the Pizza Palace to use Instant Movement to trace Max's location.

"Tai, you won't be able to find him with Instant Movement," Simms advised him. "I've tried to feel his Ki, but it's as if he's ceased to exist."

"Then, he's not in this dimension anymore," Whismon said.

"Tai, look I'm worried for Max, too, but let's calm down and hear what Whismon has to tell us," Sora reasoned with Tai. "We both know Max can take care of himself."

"If anyone else should be pissed about this besides Tai, it's me," Keke added. "But don't think Max can't handle situations by himself."

"Yes, if anything, they'll keep Max alive to lure you all to them," Simms said.

"Then, we have little reason to worry if that's the case," Whismon said.

"Now, where's that special pizza Mimi promised? We have much to discuss," Beerusmon snarled impatiently.

"Right this way, Lord Beerusmon!" Mimi called over to him.

"About time," the gluttonous purple cat god remarked.

"Thank you for inviting us, Miss Mimi. Hopefully, this special pizza is worth our time," Whismon said.

"Well, have you heard of Pepperoni Pizza Wraps?" The Bearer of Sincerity enticed them with a wink.

"Sounds delicious," Whismon smirked.

"Well, c'mon! I'm hungry!" Beerusmon stormed into the restaurant, pushing away customers and rudely demanding service.

Keke muttered to Simms. "Did anyone forget to tell Lord Beerusmon that even gods have to stay in line?"

"Don't tell him that," Simms replied

xxxxx

"Ah, that sure hits the spot," Beerusmon licked his fingers.

"Yes, those pizza wraps were worth the wait, Miss Mimi," Whismon said, wiping his mouth with a napkin.

"Glad you like it," Mimi chuckled.

After the god and the angel had their pizza fill, the Kai Digi-Destined and their cohorts were already preparing to save Max and Mana from the Imaginalists. Gojiramon, Shu, Inori, and Gai already told them their witness accounts about Max and Mana's kidnappings.

"Ok, guys. Consider this Operation: Save M&M's," Tai named their mission title of saving Max and Mana.

"And we'll be coming with," Shu added. "Those bastards kidnapped my sister."

Gai nodded. "Agreed, these foes will pay for what they've done."

"Yeah, but this Saitou guy was able to capture Max. I-I don't… his energy was nothing like I felt before," Gojiramon told his side of the scenario. "According to him, he's from some other world where Max exists… well, existed. So, he came and took our Max! I want to give that jerk a piece of my mind!"

Keke growled. "You're speaking my mind, Gojiramon. But I call kicking Saitou's sorry ass. No one takes my Max!"

"Yes, but before we go and carry out this rescue mission, I've just been informed of the location of where Max and Mana are currently held," Whismon informed everyone.

"Huh? Already?" Tai asked him.

"It appears that Time Lord Digimon, Volodramon, confirmed two possible locations. One in a dimension called DUA-16 and the other is Yog-Sothoth's Realm."

"Yog-Sothoth? The Yog-Sothoth?" Izzy asked the Digital Angel Digimon.

"Yes, he exists. It appears our enemies may be holding Max and Mana there. And it appears Max and Mana aren't the only ones captured, our YYGDM-01 friends had two of their own captured by an unknown being. Though, according to an eye witness who watched their kidnapping, this being had an uncanny appearance to Miss Homura Akemi," Whismon explained.

Upon hearing this, Homura sprang out of her chair and slammed her hands on the table.

"Homura?!" Madoka shrieked from Homura's sudden jolt.

"Did you say this being has my exact likeness?" Homura inquired to Whismon.

"Well, according to the witnesses there, yes, but I can't confirm."

Could it be one of my other alternate selves is still out there? What could've possessed her to kidnap two innocent people?! Homura wondered about her counterpart. "It's critical we look into this. If there's another me that's involved with these kidnappings and is partnered with the Black Ascendants, then I want in!"

Madoka smiled. "And wherever Homura goes, I'll follow her to the end."

Kyoko shrugged. "Can't be helped. I'm in."

Sayaka added. "I think we're all in. Right, Ayase?"

"Got that right," Ayase concurred.

Kirito (Corner) stuck a fork into his pizza. "Consider me in, too. Besides I've been itching for more action since fighting with y'all against that Black Ascendant."

"Yes, yes, but first there's a little matter we need to look into first," Beerusmon interjected. He turned to Tai and Agumon. "You two, we're going to that other dimension to pick up Dimitri and Kensuke."

"Um, what for, Lord Beerusmon?" Agumon inquired.

"I think we might have our lead as to who might've created the Black Ascendants."

"Really?! Do tell!" Tai yelled out as Beerusmon cupped his mouth.

"Don't blurt it out! I'd rather you see for yourself, you dolt!" Beerusmon chided the Bearer of Courage.

"Mmmmhpf!" Tai tried speaking, but Beerusmon still had a handful of his mouth and kept it closed.

"Go on, Tai. We'll be waiting," Sora smiled. "Find out who's behind these Black Ascendants. And when you get back, tell us."

Tai withdrew Beerusmon's hand and kissed Sora. "We will. And when we get back, we're gonna save Max along with Shu's sister."

Wasting little time, Tai and Agumon gathered with Whismon and Beerusmon.

"We're ready, Whismon. Let's get Dimitri and Kensuke," Tai said.

"Of course, that's the idea." Whismon tapped his staff on the floor and teleported them out of their universe.

xxxxx

Outer Space/Digiverse-10/Dimension: DF-616

After a brief stop at dimension YYGDM-01, a portal materializes that brought forth the sphere containing Whismon, Beerusmon, Taichi, Dimitri, Kensuke, and the Digimon. They are now in outer space with the sphere floating above the atmosphere of Digiverse 10's Central Planet.

"This is it, now let's go warn Gowasmon," Tai suggested.

"Not quite yet. We have to verify if Zamasmon turns rogue first." Whismon added.

"Do we have to wait, Whismon? We've already seen the end results through our Cornerverse counterparts." Beerusmon groaned.

"Yeah, Max and I have already seen what's coming," Tai argued.

"True, but to see how this plays out we must see for ourselves if things play out similarly. For all we know, there could be something that deviates from what we can expect. Let's see how this ordeal plays out in our universe." Whismon said otherwise as he showed a visual of the Holy Sanctuary from his staff.

xxxxx

Holy Sanctuary/Digiverse-10/Dimension: DF-616

At the Holy Sanctuary, Gowasmon sat at a table waiting for more tea. Then, he heard the sound of wheels being carted his way. He turned and saw Zamasmon pulling the cart to his table.

"Ah, thank you for the tea, Zamasmon." Gowasmon acknowledged his protege's kindness.

Zamasmon placed the tea on his master's table. "You're welcome, Master Gowasmon," Zamasmon replied, but underneath, his mindset was already set on murdering his master.

"I heard news Digiverse 7 was attacked and under siege by a being called a Black Ascendant," Gowasmon stated since he witnessed the fights on GodTube. "There's not just one, but two more dark Ascendants who've laid siege on another dimension. I believe that dimension's coordinates are YYGDM-01."

Upon hearing this, Zamasmon concealed a malignant smirk behind his master's back. When his master turned to him, he feigned dismay."That's too bad, but you should drink some tea to ease up your mind." The apprentice requested, stirring his master's tea.

"Of course," Gowasmon said.

"By the way, Master Gowasmon. I've had some time to think about my actions over killing that barbarian creature."

"You have?"

"Yes, I've had time to reflect. Thanks to you, I've seen the role the darkest deeds can play. Such ugliness can ultimately lead to perfect peace."

"Exactly, Zamasmon. I knew you'd come around to understand. I'm pleased you've seen the truth." The elder said, pleased with Zamasmon's apparent maturity.

Picking up his cup, Gowasmon began drinking some tea. Unaware, Zamasmon walked behind him without the old master noticing. Zamasmon's right hand glowed with purple light, which then formed into a blade. With any luck, he swiftly struck the back of Gowasmon's head. Gowasmon gasped in pain and collapsed face first on the table. Gowasmon met his end.

xxxxx

Outer Space/Digiverse-10/Dimension: DF-616

As soon as the Ascendant Triad group saw that on the visual screen, they are immediately shocked.

"Whoa!" Tai yelled. "I knew that this is gonna happen!"

"It's like what happened in that Cornerverse!" Agumon exclaimed.

"That self-righteous bastard is seriously going down!" Kensuke cried out.

Without delay, Whismon's tapped the bottom of his staff down, as a rippling effect occurred. Time is reversed a bit until it eventually stopped. The visual showed Gowasmon still alive and Zamasmon is approaching.

"Not to worry, turning back in time helps to make you understand," Whismon stated.

"Then we have to stop this right now!" Dimitri exclaimed.

"I agree, let's go!" Tai declared.

xxxxx

Holy Sanctuary/Digiverse-10/Dimension: DF-616

(Cue Death Note OST I - Light's Theme 03)

Returning to Gowasmon's sanctuary, Gowasmon is seen drinking tea and recapping the event. Zamasmon is about to approach behind him.

Just then, both Gowasmon and Zamasmon sensed a teleportation entrance coming to their location. A ki blast appears out of nowhere and blasted Zamasmon back. They turned to see Whismon, Beerusmon, and the Ascendant Triad alongside their Digimon. The ki blast came from Beerusmon, who painstakingly eyed Zamasmon.

Zamasmon gets up and his expression conveyed shock.

"Beerusmon?! Whismon?! And you humans again?!" Gowasmon cried out to see them.

"We hate to interrupt, Gowasmon, but your so-called apprentice intends to go rogue," Beerusmon stated.

"Zamasmon has gone mad! You have to understand!" Dimitri warned.

"Yeah, we sensed some bad vibes between him and the Black Ascendants!" Tai announced.

"Indeed, you should have picked a better apprentice with compassion and not someone based on raw fighting power," Whismon lectured Gowasmon.

As soon as the Supreme Guardian apprentice is exposed, Zamasmon began with a sinister chuckle. Then, he lets out insane laughter that would make Light Yagami proud.

"Zamasmon, what is the meaning of this?!" Gowasmon demanded.

Zamasmon stopped laughing, a wicked smile adorning his green face.

"Zamasmon!"

Zamasmon announced. "That's right, the Black Ascendant Triad and I are one and the same."

The Ascendant Triad is shocked about this, especially Dimitri who finally faced the perpetrator that destroyed his timeline.

"Then, it was you who destroyed my future! My mother, Palmon, and everyone left in that world is gone!" Dimitri angrily snapped at the Supreme Guardian apprentice.

"Correct. I needed a place to test the Black Ascendants and since that timeline was dying to begin with, it was expendable. I even visited my alternate future counterpart and worked out a proposition. He'd take my place here while I systematically continue utilizing the Black Ascendants."

"Wait, so you're the future Zamasmon?!" Tai exclaimed.

"Indeed, I am and it has been glorious to see myself fulfill my dreams of wiping out the corruptions you mortals have caused to your worlds. We are the cure to your disease!"

Gowasmon frowned. "I should've known there was something off about you. Your aura seemed different from my Zamasmon."

"You old fool. I've been freed from my shackles after the other me killed future you. My counterpart used the time ring to bring me here to take his place and you had no idea you were being deceived. Now, I can spread my wings and witness myself fulfill his Zero Dawn Plan! I have my counterpart and the Rebellious Witch for this." Future Zamasmon cackled as he clenched his fist.

"Your counterpart destroyed homes and lives were killed by him! And you're just going to stand by and let it happen?!" Tai harshly berated the twisted Supreme Guardian.

"The future I come from was due for destruction. After all…" Future Zamasmon turned to Dimitri. "...you were supposed to be the future's savior, but your actions ended up costing your fellow mortals a peaceful paradise. Had you not continually left to live in another dimension, you'd probably could'veprevented my counterpart's attacks, but alas it was not to be."

"Bastard! I'll kill you…!" Dimitri roared as Beerusmon stopped him.

"I knew there was something off about you, Zamasmon. Your energy reading is different based on the timeline from which you came from. You're definitely not the Zamasmon that sparred with Taichi not too long ago." Beerusmon assessed him.

"Well put, Lord Beerusmon. It was only a matter of time where I couldn't disguise my aura from your divine senses." Future Zamasmon mockingly responded.

(End theme)

"Bastard! Do I even want to know what else you and our Zamasmon did to Dimitri's future?!" Tai berated the rogue, preparing to attack him with full force.

"After I was freed from my shackles, I helped my counterpart slay all the remaining Sovereigns and Supreme Digi-Deities, thus eliminating the Gods of Destruction. After all, Supreme Digi-Deities' lives are linked to beings such as Lord Beerusmon. And with no Gods of Destructions, the angels became deactivated. The future became a new world where I, Zamasmon, can determine the fate of every mortal in the future's universes." As Future Zamasmon rambled on, he spread his arms as if he viewed himself as an archangel, one to bring peace. "I became the new god of the future timeline!"

"Then, what about the other you?! The one from this timeline?!" Kensuke demanded.

Future Zamasmon smirked connivingly. "The other me split his soul and consciousness, transferring them to the three Black Ascendants. If you aren't made aware, those bodies are counterfeits based on other versions of you three." He pointed to Tai, Dimitri, and Kensuke.

Dimitri asserted. "We know. According to the Kirito and Asuna of that Corner dimension, our three counterparts died there in a battle. Their old bodies were somehow tampered with and had new bodies created based on them."

"Yes, so while those counterparts of that specific dimensions have new bodies to prance around in, the old bodies have been remodeled to serve to further our divine justice," Future Zamasmon chortled. "I've even witnessed a familiar event in that dimension where my Cornerverse counterpart failed in his mission, but we won't make that mistake. Not since we received assistance from the Rebellious Witch. Yes, I remember clearly how surprised I was to see the other me from this timeline confront it. It was a surreal but a big turning point that set me on this course."

xxxxx

Gowasmon's Sanctuary/Digiverse-10/Dimension: DF-811/Flashback

(Cue Death Note OST - Low of Solipsism)

Future Zamasmon strolled a cart with Future Gowasmon's tea. As the Supreme Guardian apprentice thought this would be another mundane life as Future Gowasmon's servant, he stumbled upon the three Black Ascendants standing over Future Gowasmon's body. He gasped and rushed over to Future Gowasmon's side. He turned him over and saw a freshly made hole in his chest. Future Zamasmon looked up and noted Black Omega X's hand glowing with a purple energy blade.

"This energy… feels like…" Future Zamasmon sensed Black Omega X's Ki. He looked over his slain master and watched him dissolve into golden dust. "Master…"

"I know your heart. I know you've wanted to do that yourself," Black Omega X chortled as he powered down his energy blade. He extended a hand to him. "You're free. I've just made you Supreme Digi-Deity."

Future Zamasmon stood and scanned the three Black Ascendants. "...wh-who are you three?"

"I am the you that you wished to be," Black Angemon X answered.

"I don't understand this, but how?" the young apprentice was confused by their vague statements.

"I came from another past in pursuit of divine justice," Black Dramon X answered.

"Now we will purge evil together," Black Omega X stated. "I need you for this crusade."

Future Zamasmon looked at the three Black Ascendants. He closed his eyes, mulling over his decision. For the longest time, he had wanted to take over Gowasmon's position, but to enact a global purging of all mortal life that he has deemed corrupt. He considered humans and Digimon's correlation to each other caused evil to spread and corrupt a once pure Digiverse. Zamasmon viewed himself as the cure to humanity's disease. When he tried to give humans aid, he was ostracized rather than being praised as a miracle giver.

Black Omega X extended a hand to Future Zamasmon. Both shook hands to forge their alliance.

"Together for justice!" They declared in unison, setting a course for their desired goal.

xxxxx

Gowasmon's Holy Sanctuary/Digiverse-10/Dimension: DF-616

"He propelled me to action. We slew the other Supreme Digi-Deities and destroyed the divine pecking order to make it so I became the top Supreme Guardian. The one deity above all! My dreams were fulfilled! However, to make sure my counterpart's sudden disappearance didn't arouse any suspicions, I took his place and worked covert serving you again… Gowasmon." Future Zamasmon fiercely eyed Gowasmon. "Heh, so my secret's been uncovered. Not that it matters. I've succeeded and witnessed the purging of nearly all mortal life in my future. Soon, everything will be reborn anew when my paradise is fulfilled."

(End theme)

Tai growled at the renegade Guardian. "Yeah, but it's over for you, Future Zamasmon. We're taking you down now!"

"Oh, but do you still have the guts to face my counterpart in your dimension, human?" Future Zamasmon taunted confidently.

"Then…all of my teachings to you are all for nothing?! Even in the future?!" Gowasmon cried out in shame. "Then I've been such a fool!"

Future Zamasmon responded. "Yes, old man. You and Lord Rumsshimon failed to change me for the better since I already found my answer through my own righteousness. What will you do now to stop me now that my goals have been achieved?!" He quickly forged an energy blade and charged at Tai.

(Cue Dragon Ball Super OST - Beerus' Madness)

Just then, Beerusmon quickly phased over and snatched Future Zamasmon's hand. Future Zamasmon struggled to break loose, but the Digital God of Destruction had a firm hold on him.

"Sorry, rogue, but your luck has run out."

The Digital God of Destruction raised the palm of his left hand directly at his target. Glowing with a purple light, Beerusmon glowed wore a serious expression, which spooked Tai and the Digimon.

"HAKAI." Beerusmon grimly stated as he performed the powerful ability known as Digital Hakai, a destructive power exclusive for Gods of Destruction.

Suddenly, Future Zamasmon's body dissolved into purple particles. The Ascendant Triad & their Digimon and Gowasmon reacted in shock to see this physical erasure.

Future Zamasmon, however, remained calm and rebelled with a taunting smirk. "It's too late now, Beerusmon. It doesn't matter if you destroy me, I've already fulfilled my dream in the future! You may destroy me, but the other me still resides within the Black Ascendant Triad!" Zamasmon chuckled and started laughing at the group. "Oh, how glorious it will be to see the extinction of all mortals come to fruition when our Zero Dawn Plan goes into effect...!"

With that, Future Zamasmon was completely erased out of existence. Everyone remained silent for the moment. Some surprised Beerusmon had such an ability concealed.

(End theme)

Breaking the silence Gowasmon sighed in dismay. "Not to be."

Agumon turned to Tai. "What do we do now?"

"Hey, Ken, by erasing the future Zamasmon, shouldn't the other one be gone?" Veemon asked his partner.

Kensuke nodded dismissively. "Nah. Slade told me that wouldn't work. Killing the future version of someone won't erase their past selves."

"Oh, right. It's the other way around!"

Tai then gives a valiant look and informed everyone, "It's time we gather up as many people as possible. We're taking our Zamasmon down once and for all."

With that, the Ascendant Triad began to recruit the other heroes and then pursue the Black Ascendants and Imaginalists.

(End theme)

xxxxx

Inner Chambers/Dimension: Yog-Sothoth's Realm

(Cue Pokemon Platinum Remix - Distortion World - PokeRemixStudio)

Jessica (YYGDM-01) and Ford (Story) wake up in separate sphere prisons attached by an organic tendril wall. They look at their surroundings and find to their surprise that they're in an eldritch location. Below them is R. Homura herself. Behind R. Homura is a large sealed gateway with two columns on each side attached by the organic wall.

"Where are we?!" Jessica (YYGDM-01) cried out of seeing the location, before peering above and blanched in shock, "And what the heck is that?!"

Above R. Homura is a huge sphere prison encasing an eldritch abomination. This specific sphere is above and attached to the sealed gateway.

A massive four-winged, two close to its neck, while the other two at the end of its body, making its body like an 'I' shape, amphiptere abomination whose maize yellow centipede/millipede body is made out of tendrils and carnivorous mouths. It is surrounded by conglomerations of glowing spheres with eyes inside. Its legs are centipede/millipede-like and some have gecko-like feet. Its horned serpentine head has no eyes and main mouth, giving it a faceless visage. Its height is 77'66" ft tall.

"Welcome to the realm of Yog-Sothoth." R. Homura greeted. "The entity gateway of time and space that I captured. He holds the key of opening this door behind me."

"The doorway?" Ford (Story) wondered, facing the door.

"Yes, and you alongside Mana Ouma are the power sources essential for this sole purpose." R. Homura responded.

"Then why am I being dragged along in this mess?" Jessica (YYGDM-01) asked.

"Because Yog-Sothoth desires to see you." R. Homura answered.

Yog-Sothoth turned to see the captives. He looked at the scene with great interest in wanting to know them.

"Ah, you must be the Skogul of YYGDM-01. So nice to see you, even if I'm just held hostage for a while," Yog spoke in a raspy voice.

"Um, yeah. Nice to meet you..?" Jessica (YYGDM-01) nervously replied.

"Go on, he doesn't even bite."Geirskogul (YYGDM-01)'s conscious inside Jessica's mind joked, making Jessica groan.

"I'll leave you alone for the moment." R. Homura stated. "It's only a matter a time before the gate shall be opened."

With that, R. Homura departed the inner chambers, leaving the hostages alone with no way out.

xxxxx

Outer Chambers/Dimension: Yog-Sothoth's Realm

In the outer chambers, Max Kamiya and Mana Ouma wake up in separate sphere prisons attached by an organic tendril wall. They see below them: Soma Saitou, Arkadimon, Deathmon, and Kyubey.

"Good morning, Max," Saitou greeted.

"Where the hell are we?!" Max demanded, punching the sphere with no effect.

"Why, we are in the dimension of Yog-Sothoth," Saitou plainly answered. "The Rebellious Witch has plans to open the gateway by capturing him."

"So that's why you kidnapped us?!" Max shouted.

"Well, we only need Mana and the person named Ford to supply the power sources. You, on the other hand, all I want is a personal reunion," Saitou happily said.

"Whoa, where are we, and why am I trapped in here being used for some bad guy scheme?" Mana asked.

"Then how do you know me?" Max questioned.

"I know and remember an alternate version of you in my own dimension. We were like childhood friends until my world was destroyed by the Canon Mana Ouma from the Character Corner dimension," Saitou said, shooting a scornful glare at Mana's way. "It's because this woman's counterpart created an event called the Apocalyptic Upheaval that destroyed my homeworld. Me and my two Digimon partners: Arkadimon and Deathmon are the sole survivors of that dimension and were brought forth by the anomalous master alongside R. Homura, who we now serve."

Max processed this information about an alternate version of himself that was acquainted with Saitou. It sounded too surreal to him.

"Ok, but that's the other me's fault. Not me! I'm not her!" Mana rebuked Saitou's accusations. She sank to her knees in disbelief over this. "So another me did a lot worse damage than I ever did?"

"You, Mana Ouma of dimension GCLK-1113, are a pale imitation of this monster, but just looking at you unnerves me. If the Rebellious Witch didn't require your energy to be used to fulfill our goal, I would've had my Digimon kill you on the spot." Saitou's face conveyed disdain for her.

"Maybe you should've, but oh that means whatever goal you and your bosses had mind would've gone kaput. So, you needed me to be kept alive. Poor you."

Saitou turned away and faced Max. "Now, where were we?"

Max processed this information about an alternate version of himself that was acquainted with Saitou. It sounded too surreal to him.

However, Max smirked and chuckled. "Heh. A touching reunion isn't it, even if I'm not the Max you know."

Saitou calmly added. "It doesn't matter. In due time, I want you to see the horror show that's about to unfold when he force Yog-Sothoth and his woman's energies to open the gates for us."

"Yeah, this should be an interesting event," Kyubey said.

"Quite the curious one, Kyubey," Saitou turned to the Incubator.

"Hey, aren't you supposed to be on our side?!" Mana yelled out at Kyubey.

Kyubey merely nodded. "I have no loyalty to anyone but myself. I go wherever something intrigues me. And lately, you guys have been quite monotonous in your peaceful time. Don't take it personally."

Mana scoffed. "Don't take it personally? We'll see if you'll sing that same tune when HomuHomu finds you."

Just then, Saitou quickly fired a beam at the sphere prison holding Mana. He made sure it was weak enough not to destroy her imprisonment. However, it rattled Mana's cage enough to knock her around.

"What's wrong? Not man enough to do that to me?" Max asked Saitou.

Saitou answered with a conniving smirk. "Because I value you more than that creature."

"Why you, who're you calling a creature?!" Mana growled.

"We'll talk some more when your inmate calms down, Max." Saitou walked away with Kyubey.

Max and Mana can only do nothing but watch and wait for their rescuers to arrive.

(End theme)

"Man, what a jerk. And Kyubey's such a little traitor!" Mana then looked to Max. "Sooo, this your first time being captured?"

Max said nothing and tried powering up into full Ascendant. However, the sphere's power worked against Max and nullified access to his Ascendant power.

Max stubbornly tried breaking out again but to no avail.

"Geez, and I just said I can't use my power to break out," Mana remarked sardonically.

Max sat down and mulled over other means to escape. Mana sighed and put a hand against her imprisonment wall.

"We could trade quips to keep us from total boredom."

"Nah, but thanks."

Mana curled her legs and feet as she leaned against the wall. "Maybe you want to talk about personal stuff if that's ok with you? I mean, what's there to know about me besides almost destroying my world and being brought back with a second chance at life?"

"Second chances… life… yeah, I kinda know how that feels, except I never died per se, but my original world did."

"Oh, that's too bad. And your parents?"

"The Tai and Sora I knew? They're long gone, but I feel like I've been reunited with them through the ones I've befriended."

Mana smiled. "Family can be a beautiful thing when they're not being total butts."

Max concurred. "Yeah. For someone who was once an apocalyptic nutjob, you're not too bad."

"Thanks, I guess."

"Still, I hope our friends can get here soon."

(End theme)

xxxxx

Shinjuku District, Tokyo/Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building/Legend Headquarters/Dimension: Character Corner

(Cue Lacuna Coil - Unspoken (Acoustic))

Inside the famous headquarters in the Cornerverse, there is a huge conference room complete with a round table. There are big monitor screens on the wall coupled with a dimensional portal that can traverse to other dimensions.

Right now, a memorial service was being done for the late Hiromi Tsuru, the Japanese voice actor of Bulma.

The characters present in the headquarters: HYPNOS, Janyuu Wong, Daigo Nishijima, Maki Himekawa, Akane Tsunemori, The Valkyries (Brunhilde, Skogul, Gondul, Skuld, and Sigrun) (Corner), Betamon (Corner), Ford (Corner), The Einherjar (Jeri, Philippe, Carmen, Anuli, Sara) (Corner), The Erinyes (Mist, Geirskogul, Rota, and Geiravor) (Corner), BabyVolcanicdramon, Sailor Moon (Corner), Sailor Pluto (Corner), Takato & Guilmon (Corner), Rika & Renamon (Corner), Henry & Terriermon (Corner), Himura & Inumon (Corner), Bulma herself, Jaco, All Might (My Hero Academia), Numbuh 362 (Codename: Kids Next Door), and Numbuh 86 (Codename: Kids Next Door).

The Beast Tamers (Corner), Brunhilde (Corner), Jeri (Corner), and Mist (Corner) just came back from the Alamo City Comic-Con. They helped the other heroes like the Ascendants against Puckmon, who's already been defeated and erased from existence. Surprisingly, Brunhilde (Corner) and company have first encountered Black Brunhilde. Jeri (Corner) is killed, but she is brought back as an Einherji. They came back with a furious Skuld (Corner), alongside Philippe (Corner) who became an Einherji.

Now, they are discussing the events from the Triad dimensions alongside their own problems with the Black Odin Triad. Skogul (Corner) and Ford (Corner) are surprised that their Story counterparts have been kidnapped. They also learn that Kenta (Corner) is in an intense medical condition and being treated by Jami (Corner). The reason? Kenta (Corner) has been infected by some form of 'STDs'. All they know is that Kenta (Corner) muttered the appearance of the perpetrator, linking it to Mist (Corner) finding hair similar to herself and reported Sara (Corner) being stabbed.

Bulma bows to everyone. "Thank you for honoring Hiromi Tsuru for me, everyone. She would've loved this."

All Might flashed a proud smile. "Anything for such a great Seiyuu and she voiced you well, Miss Bulma."

Jaco concurred, placing a flower down to the Hiromi Tsuru picture. He sits and prays. "We'll never forget you, Hiromi Tsuru."

There is a moment of silence until everyone shifts to the other important matter at hand.

"Our other counterparts are in deep trouble, Jessica," Ford (Corner) addressed his wife. "The good news is that their friends are already making the effort to save them."

"Now apparently their Pluto and Volodramon want us to aid them," Skogul (Corner) informed Sailor Pluto (Corner).

Pluto (Corner) nodded. "Then you two should go. You've already met the YYGDM Pluto and Volodramon. Now you can meet your counterparts."

Brunhilde (Corner) encouraged the two. "Yeah, you two go. We'll handle our Black counterparts! Though, you'll miss out on beating up your Black counterpart, Jessica."

Skogul (Corner) replied. "I'll be fine. I can count on you and the others to take her down along with those other two."

"Actually, I'll be staying here to monitor my wife's activities." Ford (Corner) answered.

"Really? Are you sure?" Skogul (Corner) asked her husband.

"Yes, don't worry about me. You go help the other you and the other me. I have faith you can handle this, dear," Ford (Corner) reassured Skogul (Corner).

"As you say, my love," Skogul (Corner) smiled at him.

"JUST LEAVE IT TO ME TO KILL THOSE BLACK VALKYRIE BITCHES." Skuld (Corner) vowed to single-handedly destroy the BOT.

"So, Pluto, you've already figured out the identity of the BOT is this Quedesha?" Sailor Moon (Corner) asked her.

"John and I were able to scan the BOT's energy signatures. There's no mistaking it. They're one and the same," Pluto (Corner) informed.

"I don't know what we'd do without you and John. His TARDIS really comes in handy," Takato (Corner) said.

"So, if we destroy these three, then this Quedesha bitch comes out of hiding?" Gondul (Corner) wondered.

"Possibly so," answered the Time Guardian. "But you'll have to figure that yourself after you've beaten her."

"Hold on," Gondul (Corner) walked up to Skuld (Corner). "Not everyone's got their head on straight. Tell me, what are the chances you won't decide to flip out on us while we're fighting the Black Valkyries? I mean, we can even trust you to contain your anger and power?"

Skuld (Corner) growled. "THEN MAYBE YOU SHOULD LET ME GO SOLO IF YOU'RE SCARED."

"No shit, look at what YOU did to Paris?! Who's to say YOU won't blow us up while YOU'RE at it and going off on that Black Brunhilde?!" Gondul (Corner) angrily chastised Skuld (Corner).

Skuld (Corner) retorted as green flames shot out of her eyes. "YOU LET ME WORRY ABOUT THAT! IF YOU GOT A PROBLEM WITH THAT, LET'S SETTLE IT AND SEE WHO KILLS THAT BITCH FIRST!"

As two heated Valkyries got up in each other's faces, Brunhilde (Corner), Sigrun (Corner), and Skogul (Corner) pulled them apart. Sigrun (Corner) calmed Gondul (Corner) with a hug and kiss. Brunhilde (Corner) restrained Skuld (Corner).

"Look, I'm pissed that whore killed Philippe, his family, and the others close to us, but let's cool down! I watched Jeri die before my eyes. Besides, we already have Jeri, Philippe, and the others the BOT killed as our Einherjar! So, they'll be fighting with us. We need to save that anger when we beat Quedesha and her fucking BOT dolls!" Brunhilde (Corner) tried reasoning with Skuld (Corner), who stared intently at Brunhilde (Corner). "Wherever we fight them, just don't blow us all up because you can't contain your anger. Ok?"

Skuld (Corner) resigned. "WHATEVER. JUST DON'T STOP ME FROM TEARING THEIR ASSES UP." She watched Philippe (Corner) approach her. "PHILIPPE, I'M SORRY."

Philippe (Corner) replied. "I'm not really gone. I'm now your Einherji, Skuld."

Skuld (Corner) nodded. "YEAH, BUT IT'S NOT THE SAME."

"Whew, sounds like you've settled things," Skogul (Corner) sighed with relief.

"Anyway, I really want to confront and beat my other universe counterpart," Mist (Corner) referred to Mist (YYGDM-01). "She thinks she can get away with framing me and giving me a bad reputation."

Brunhilde (Corner) scoffed. "And your reputation's getting better in our world."

Geirskogul (Corner) added. "Yes, we don't want a worse version of you tarnishing your image."

Rota (Corner) chuckled. "So, we all get turns beating that motherfucking piece of shit?" She vowed to tear apart Mist (YYGDM-01).

"As long as I get to kill her," Mist (Corner) said. "Besides, she hurt Kenta and infected him with nasty STDs. And she maimed Sara, prompting Sigrun here to turn her into her Einherji."

Brunhilde (Corner) nodded. "Right. Between the other Mist and Quedesha, we have two bitches to kill. Though, that (M)otherfucking(I)mmoral(S)hi(T) is someone we all want to beat the living crap outta." She turned to Takato (Corner) and the other three Tamers. "I promise Black Brunhilde and the other Mist will get what's coming to them."

Takato (Corner) nodded. "Of course."

Himura (Corner) added. "Don't forget, we'll be joining in. Besides, Quedesha must pay for killing Jeri." He faced Jeri (Corner), who stood beside Brunhilde (Corner).

Brunhilde (Corner) scoffed. "Anyway, Quedesha is starting to sound similar to Ahmanet from that crappy The Mummy (2017) movie. God, that was a piece of crap movie. Tom Cruise deserved better than that."

Skogul (Corner) concurred. "Indeed, that wasn't a good remake and that pretty much killed the Dark Cinematic Universe."

Mist (Corner) signed. "Seriously, not everything needs to be a Cinematic Universe. The Dark Universe was dead on arrival. And don't get me started with the DCEU and their botched world-building. Justice League failed for reasons, but not limited to just rushing to catch up with Marvel. Movie studios can be so incompetent."

"Word, all you said is true," Brunhilde (Corner) added. "Nostalgia Critic hit the nail on the head with that new terrible Mummy movie. And wow, I'm so glad he covered Dragonball Evolution."

"Long overdue if you ask me," Takato (Corner) said. "I was wondering if he'd tear that movie apart."

"I think everyone's torn and dissected that movie by now," Henry (Corner) pointed out.

"It's like beating a dead horse now," Rika (Corner) shrugged nonchalantly.

Terriermon (Corner) chuckled. "Hey, but at least we got to see Nostalgia Critic dress up like Krillin. He looks more convincing as Krillin than Justin Chatwin as Goku!"

Inumon (Corner) added. "And Kyle Hebert reprising the narrator's voice was a nice touch. Oh, and Masako X showing up as Goku and LittleKuriboh as Vegeta!"

"That review with front loaded with guests," Himura (Corner) stated. "Of course, they couldn't help adding in an over '9000' reference with that 'over 9 percent' based on the 14 percent Rotten Tomato rating."

Brunhilde (Corner) added. "Yeah, and he went into detail about why that Mummy movie didn't make sense."

Skogul (Corner) interjected. "Anyway, we're digressing off our missions. We should get going."

Brunhilde (Corner) nodded. "Right, let's go and do the hero thing again! Time to beat the BOT!"

Takato (Corner) concurred. "About time, I'm getting anxious!"

Pluto (Corner) addressed them. "Be careful going out there."

(End theme)

Just then, a beam of light appeared and summoned the three Valkyries of Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth, Silmeria, and Hrist. Then, something came out of the dimensional portal, which surprised some folks like HYPNOS as their surprise visitor turned out to be none other than the spirit of Janyuu Wong (YYGDM-01).

(Cue Valkyrie Profile OST - Prosperity's Compensation and Then Introduction)

The Valkyries are taken aback by the Valkyrie Profile trio.

Brunhilde exclaimed in shock. "Oh my gosh, it's them! The main Valkyries from Valkyrie Profile?!"

Gondul (Corner) faced the trio. "Lenneth, Silmeria, and Hrist here?!"

Henry (Corner) and Janyuu (Corner) are flabbergasted by Janyuu (YYGDM-01)'s presence.

Terriermon (Corner) breaks the silence. "Hey, Henry, I didn't know you had two dads."

Henry (Corner) pointed to Janyuu (YYGDM-01). "That's the Janyuu from the main YYGDM universe!"

Yamaki (Corner) explained. "Yes, and from what I understand, he died in that world."

Daigo (Corner) added. "And this would be his spirit, but for what reason?"

Akane (Corner) wondered. "Your guess is as good as mine."

Maki (Corner) frowned. "He wouldn't be here unless it's to warn us about some impending event."

"Actually, I'm mostly here to see my counterpart and his son," Janyuu (YYGDM-01) turned to Janyuu (Corner) and Henry (Corner). "These three here, however, wish to join you in the conflict against those Black Valkyries."

Lenneth approached Brunhilde (Corner). "I'd be an honor to fight alongside you and your Valkyries, Brunhilde. Another reason we want to join is that our enemies apparently are in league with the Black Valkyries."

Silmeria asserted. "And we'd like to investigate to confirm our suspicions."

Hrist added, fiercely glaring at the Valkyrie Maidens (Corner). "And we won't take no for an answer."

Skuld (Corner) growled. "THIS IS OUR BATTLE."

Skogul (Corner) retorted. "Be nice, Skuld. Since I'm not going with you, these three can go in my place."

Brunhilde (Corner) nodded in approval. "It's settled then. We'd be honored to have you three join us. And yeah, three is better than one. The BOT aren't gonna like when you three help us mess up their day." She shakes Lenneth's hand, signifying their union against the BOT and the Valkyrie Profile bad guys. "Before we go…" She turned to Himura (Corner). "We have something to take care of."

(End theme)

xxxxx

Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department/Dimension: Character Corner

Later that night, Kotori and Himura are returning to their job place in meeting up with their co-workers and boss. Once inside, they notice Natsuna Sakurada, Toshio Wakagi, and Daigo (not Daigo Nishijima) appear standing beside them with solemn expressions.

"So when were you going to tell us about your secrets?" Sakurada (Corner) asked Kotori and Himura. "You have some explaining to do."

Wakagi (Corner) points to the two. "Yes, why didn't you tell us you were double agents?!"

Kotori (Corner) plays dumb. "Um, what are you talking about? What's this about us being double agents?"

Daigo (Corner) retorted. "Don't play us like we're idiots! We already know."

Wakagi (Corner) accuses them. "Kotori, we already know you're that heroic Valkyrie named Brunhilde!" He shifted over to Himura (Corner). "And we're already now aware you're the warrior Himakko and you have a Digimon partner!"

Himura (Corner) gaped in shock. "B-But would you know that?!"

Kotori (Corner) sighed. "I had a feeling we couldn't keep our hero identities secret, Himura. Right?" She then turned toward Sakurada, Wakagi, and Daigo. "It was only a matter of time. What gave us away?"

Sakurada (Corner) raises her hand. "Me. I caught you two transform in an alley one day. I was mesmerized when it happened. It was breathtaking."

"Damn, it must've been when we transformed thinking that alleyway lot was empty!" Kotori (Corner) cursed over their dilemma. "So, now that you know, guess we're off the force?"

"Yeah, I mean you wouldn't want heroes and vigilantes working for you," Himura (Corner) said. "So, if that's the case, we'll resign from the force."

Sakurada (Corner) slams her hand on her desk. "You won't do such a thing! You two are too valuable for the force!"

(Cue Persona 5 OST - 60 – Alleycat)

Kotori and Himura are taken aback by this development.

Kotori (Corner) blinked. "Y-You mean you're ok with us still being on officers?"

Sakurada (Corner) smiles with elation. "Of course! Having superheroes like my beloved Sailor V on my force makes my world even more interesting! In fact, I'm in full support of your double duty and you have my blessings."

Wakagi (Corner) shrugged. "My hands are tied with this. And normally I'd be against this, but now I don't even care. You two have helped raise the morale of the force. Letting you two go would be bad for us."

Daigo (Corner) faces Kotori (Corner). "Now I understand how you'd beat me in arm wrestling. I give you your props, Kotori Ayami."

Kotori (Corner) blinked again, dumbfounded by their responses. "So, you're… all ok with this."

"Yes, but make sure to tell us when you have to go do your hero thing," Sakurada (Corner) said. "So, are you two about to go off and save the world?"

Himura (Corner) replied. "Yeah, we are."

Kotori (Corner) nodded. "And it might be a tough battle. There's a chance we may get killed, maybe not."

Sakurada (Corner) walked up to Kotori (Corner) and Himura (Corner). She hugs them both. "Then come back to us alive, you two. I don't want to lose my best officers ever. Sailor V blessed me with you two."

Upon hearing Sakurada's blessings, Kotori and Himura exchanged smiles and gave thumbs up to each other.

(End theme)

xxxxx

Digital World/Azulongmon's Realm/Digiverse-7/Dimension: DF-616

BOOM!

The door to the Room of Time came off its hinges and exploded. In fact, the entire building containing the Room of Time space exploded.

BanchoLeomon, Falcomon, and the Olympus trio arrived to see the ruined rubble that used to be the Room of Time facility. They watched as Metalla X emerged breathing deep and covered in a thick blue aura.

"Look I know we agreed to let him in, but this is going too far!" Minervamon cried out.

"Well hey, if we let him use it, then he'd get strong enough to beat that Black Omega X, right?" Apollomon said.

BanchoLeomon scowled. "Yamato, your strength has doubled, but will it be enough?"

Falcomon sighed. "Man, now it's gonna take a while to repair the damages."

Clenching his fist, Metalla X vows with determination. "This time… This time that Black Ascendant is going to regret humiliating me. The next time we met, the result will be much different." He grits his teeth hard. "And Matt, I'd prefer if you sit out on this one. I'm killing him with my own hands!"

xxxxx

Earth/Arctic/Dimension: DF-616

Dramon X sat down watching Angemon X finish up last minute training preparations. After engaging him in heated combat, Dramon X was blown back by an untold force he hadn't expected. He uncovered his eyes and witnessed a new aura materialize over Angemon X.

What could be described as an Ascendant level 2 form, but there were notable differences. The golden aura had a blue glow surrounding Angemon X's body. It almost seemed like an inverted form of Super Ascendant Blue. Sparkling particles of light fizzled off Angemon X's aura.

"Dimitri, you've been able to grasp that form I used?" Dramon X asked him. "How does it feel?"

"It's going to be necessary when we fight our Black Ascendant counterparts, Ken. That's for sure."

Dramon X nodded. "Yeah, you and me both. How about you show me?" He got into a stance and held out his hands.

Angemon X clenched his right hand. "Are you sure?"

"Let it out and unleash that beast! Think about what that jack-off Zamasmon did to your world!" Dramon X yelled out, encouraging his training partner.

Fueled with anger over the Black Ascendants' destruction, Angemon X let out a deafening roar. He hastily flew across and punched Dramon X's hands with his right fist. Dramon X was slightly pushed a little and felt tinges of Angemon X's raw power.

"Incredible, Dimitri! Yeah, I think this will be good enough!"

"Thanks, Kensuke. If those Black Ascendants push me this far, so help them."

"Don't worry. We'll both wreck them."

As he cooled off, Angemon X powered down to normal.

Suddenly, Omega X appeared before them using Instant Movement.

"Tai?" Angemon X acknowledged, realizing the Bearer of Courage arrived.

"It's time for us to go," Omega X said.

xxxxx

Shinjuku, Tokyo/Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building/Dimension: DF-616

"There," Izzy said as he, Yoei, Ken, Sam, and Miranda backed away from the operating table.

Sonja awoke and rose with a sheet covering her. She lifted her arm and grasped her chest where her infinite energy generator was located. The team had worked around the clock to upgrade her.

"We made the last possible modifications for your Digital Angel mechanism," Miranda pointed out. "Be mindful using it since your body needs to adapt to utilizing the new powers you've been given."

"I'll keep that in mind," Sonja replied.

"Whoa there, let me get your clothes," Yolei insisted as she ran over to collect Sonja's clothing.

Just then, Omega X teleported inside to everyone's surprise.

"Hey, I came to see how Sonja and her… bro… are doing?" Omega X blinked as he noticed no Jax present. "Um, say where's your brother, Sonja?"

"If you're looking for Jax, he left over an hour ago. He went back to check in with Meiko and her partner, who're looking after their island," Sonja said, covering herself with the sheet.

"Oh, sorry for dropping in while you're…"

Sonja scoffed as her cheeks blushed. "Anyway, shouldn't you go after him?"

"Sure, but since he has no Ki to detect, I'll have to fly over to him."

"He's on the Fiji Islands with Meiko and Meicoomon," Sam informed Omega X.

"Thanks."

Ken opened the nearest window. "Here, so you don't go and bust through. We already had to repair one broken window already."

"Thanks! I hope to see you all when we take our leave!" Omega X called out. He then flew through the open window and flew off into the distance toward Jax's location.

(End theme)

xxxxx

Fiji Islands/Dimension: DF-616

As he descended on the top of a hill, Omega X spotted Meiko and Meicoomon. They ran over and waited for him to touch down.

"Hello, Taichi. I know you're here for Jax," Meiko approached him.

"So, seems like they called you ahead of time before I got here?" Omega X asked.

"Yes, they did. Jax is expecting you. Follow me."

xxxxx

Upon following Meiko and Meicoomon toward a campsite, they stopped when Jax hopped off a rock face. Jax walked up to meet Omega X.

"I expected you'd come for me," Jax acknowledged.

"You know why I'm here, right?"

"You want me to come with you guys to fight another bad guy and save Max?"

"That's right."

Jax turned to Meiko. "Are you sure you and those Iron Man drones will be enough? Who knows I'll be gone."

"I think we'll manage," Meiko said.

"Oh, about that. Izzy contacted SHIELD and asked if they'd send a team to help defend the island from those annoying poachers. I think Miranda might be allowed out of her house arrest to help out."

Jax frowned. "Miranda? Well, that should be more than enough to handle the job."

"Before we go, I've been meaning to know about that last upgrade you got from Miranda. Sonja just got hers."

"Yeah, what about it?"

Omega X coyly smiled. "Why don't we put it to the test in a sparring match?"

xxxxx

Meiko and Meicoomon sat on a cliffside watching Omega X and Jax flying up to duel each other. Omega X powered up sporting a golden aura. Jax stepped in a battle posture.

"C'mon, Jax!" Meicoomon cheered for the Artificial.

"Don't go overboard, you two," Meiko muttered.

(Cue Dragon Ball Super OST - Strongarm Battle)

"Let's go!" Omega X roared as he flew at Jax as the two punched and kicked so hard they created shockwaves through their surroundings. Witnessing the Artificial matching blow per blow, Omega X was surprised Jax was able to keep up the pace. The Ascendant went for a straight punch, but Jax tucked his head and landed an uppercut to Omega X's gut. He sent Omega X flying and crashing into the rainforest.

"Oh no!" Meiko gasped.

"The jungle!" Jax dove down to stop Omega X's fall, but the Ascendant propelled himself upward and moved away from the direction of the rainforest.

"Hey, not bad, Jax!" Omega X hastily flew up to meet him head-on.

"You're good, too!"

As they collided, they flew around like shooting comets flying around and crashing into each other. Meiko and Meicoomon tried to keep up, but their speeds far exceeded their limited human sights.

Bam!

Omega X and Jax made one big collision with both their fists meeting on contact. Sparks of energy flared off their fists.

"Yeah, those upgrades sure made you strong, Jax!"

"I'm surprised with the potential Miranda unlocked from me. Datamon totally had no clue about my unlimited energy capabilities!"

"The problem with that is I've gotten stronger, too, man."

The two fighters flew apart and converged, trading a flurry of hard-hitting punches and kicks. Omega X and Jax kept this going for a few moments until the latter saw an opening and punched the Ascendant's gut, almost knocking the wind out of him. The Artificial didn't stop there as he punched Omega X upward several times before uppercutting him straight into the clouds. Jax flew up past the clouds and saw the Ascendant recover. He went for a flying kick, but Omega X evaded and punched him back.

Omega X then roared and powered up into Ascendant 3. Jax was greatly taken aback by Omega X's overly spiky-haired mane appearance and the electrified aura surging around him.

(End theme)

"Whoa, incredible! Tai's hair got longer!" Meiko exclaimed at his overly exaggerated long spiky hairdo.

"It's like he stuck his hand in an electric socket," Meicoomon commented on the Ascendant's hairstyle.

Jax floated around Omega X level 3. He saw the vibrant aura flickering off Omega X's powered up form.

"Now, this takes me back. You fought D-Reaper with this form, right?" Jax recalled the rare instances he'd sensed this power.

"Yeah, but I can only use this in short bursts. Wanna have a go?"

"Why not?!" Jax yelled as he flew head-on with Omega X level 3. He went for a punch, which the Ascendant saw coming and dodged to the side.

(Cue Dragon Ball Super OST - The Power to Resist)

Omega X went for a punch, but Jax dodged to the side and raised his knee. Omega X stopped Jax's knee with a knee lift. The two quickly exchanged quick knee lifts, matching blow per blow. Jax threw a right punch. Omega X caught Jax's fist and went for a kick. Jax soared into the air and flew down for a kick. Omega X used Instant Movement to get behind Jax. Omega X charged energy into his fist and went for a punch, but Jax saw it coming and swerved out of his reach. Jax then kicked Omega X back, sending him sailing back.

Omega X then used Instant Movement again to teleport near Jax.

"Wow, you're giving me a run for my money even in Ascendant 3 form! You got one hell of an upgrade!"

Jax smirked and threw his arm down, sending an immense wave of force that pushed Omega X into the sky. Omega X rolled away in mid-air and soon regained his bearings. When he did, he saw Jax already forming an energy ball.

Seeing this, Omega X powered down from level 3. The Artificial saw this as a possible form of surrender and powered down his energy ball.

"You're good, Jax! But, why don't I show ya something I've been saving? You didn't get to see this during our fight with Adnarim!"

"Let me guess, your hair changes color?"

"Right, but you won't know what color," Omega X then powered up again, but this time a clear blue sheen of light enveloped over him and shattered like glass. The Ascendant emerged in his Super Ascendant Blue state.

"So, blue. I heard about this from sis, but this is quite the transformation," Jax observed, seemingly intrigued by this development.

"I didn't think I'd need to fight you with this."

"So, you've been holding back? Dick move toying with me."

"Sorry, but I'd say that upgrade worked out well for you. I just need to be further convinced."

"You want to keep going?"

Omega X cupped his hands to the side and gathered Ki for his Tsunami Wave. As Jax braced himself, Omega X unleashed a full force blast toward Jax. The Artificial responded by putting up a barrier, which protected him and barely stopped Omega X's blast. Omega X's beam started breaking through Jax's barrier. Seeing this, the Artificial withdrew and evaded the beam heading his way.

Omega X quickly zipped over to attack Jax, but the Ascendant phased behind him. Jax whirled around and came face to face with Omega X.

"You're going to make a good addition to our rescue teams, Jax. So, are you in?"

(End theme)

Jax saw Omega X extend his hand. The Artificial grabbed Omega X's hand and accepted his proposition. Meiko and Meicoomon saw this as they nodded approvingly.

"Leave the poachers to us, Jax," Meiko whispered. "Now, go and help out your friends."

"Hey, Jax, that was a good effort and you even matched me at level 3. I thin with time, you'll grow strong enough to match me in my blue state."

Hearing this, Jax smiled. "Now that's a compliment. I'll keep that in mind."

"We don't have much time. Go talk with Meiko first before we leave."

"Right."

As Jax flew down to meet with Meiko, Omega X powered down to normal and looked to the sunset looming in the distance.

"We're almost done here, Max. We'll have you and the other captives out in no time."

xxxxx

Azabu-Jūban District/Karin and Dimitri's Condo/May 2012/Dimension: YYGDM-01/8:30 PM

"We have everything ready for tomorrow, Karin?" Dimitri asked as his Kuiper girlfriend entered their bedroom.

"It's not like we're packing for vacation, Dimitri."

"Well, I didn't mean luggage, but I mean… are the others ready to meet tomorrow?"

"When you put it that way, yeah. Brother's on the rooftop meditating with Athena."

Dimitri smiled. "Maybe we oughta join them. What do you say?"

As Dimitri walked by Karin, she grabbed his arm. He stopped and glanced over to her.

"Karin?"

"Is Athena coming with us?"

"Yeah, she even insisted she'd come if we're going."

(Cue Dragon Ball Super OST - A Mother's Love)

Hearing this, Karin sighed. Her face conveyed worry for her future daughter. "I really don't want her getting involved in the mix."

Dimitri put his hands on her shoulders. "She'll have me, you, Kensuke, and PinkPatamon to protect her."

"But after what happened to future Mimi and Palmon."

"I'm not going to let anything happen to our little one, Karin."

Tearing a bit, Karin grabbed his hand and kissed it. "Ok, I trust you. So, you want to see them meditating?"

"Faith!" Dimitri called his partner over. He then picked up Karin and flew out their window.

As Faith followed them, they ascended over the rooftop to witness Kensuke and Athena meditating next to each other. Christina, PinkPatamon, and Veemon sat together watching the two meditating Ascendants.

"Athena's deeply into it, isn't it?" Karin whispered.

"Yeah, I'll say," Dimitri said. "Maybe I should join in, too."

Christina quietly called to them. "Hey, isn't this just cool to watch? These two have been doing this for 30 minutes and haven't moved."

"That's some deep and focused concentration," Karin muttered.

"Nothing we can't handle, right, Dimitri?" Faith asked his partner.

"After this, let's get some rest. We have a big day tomorrow," Dimitri insisted as he over to the rooftop and put Karin down. He then watched Athena and Kensuke. "It's the day we'll stop Zamasmon once and for all."

xxxxx

Odaiba District/Odaiba Notama Apartments/Tai's Residence/Room#122/May 7, 2012/8:45 AM

"I'm ready to go, Tai!" Dorothy called out.

"You and Avengemon head out. The others should be at Odaiba Park by now," the Bearer of Courage said as he and Agumon sat with Sora and Biyomon.

"Alright, see you there. Let's move, Avengemon!" Dorothy headed out with her Digimon.

Tai grabbed Sora's hand. "Today, we're getting Max back. Now, it might not be us necessarily. Keke said she insists it'd be her team that goes to get him while we handle Zamasmon."

"I'm ok with that. I believe in Keke and her friends' judgment. But, the Max I'm talking about is…" Sora said, her eyes glancing over her belly.

"When is he due?"

"November."

Upon hearing this, Tai couldn't feel happier and hugged Sora. This year would not just be for their wedding but for the birth of their firstborn: Max Kamiya.

"You can't imagine how happy this makes me, Sora."

"Me, too, Tai, which is why it'll a lot more when we rescue the grown-up Max."

"Yeah, for sure," he concurred and stood up. "Are you sure you'll be able to fight?"

"Yeah, I'll be fine, but after this ordeal, I think I'll sit out from active fighting for the remainder of the year."

"Probably for the best."

"We're ready whenever you are, you two," Agumon said.

"Yeah, let's go show Zamasmon and his crew not to mess with us Chosen!" Tai openly declared.

(End theme)

xxxxx

Shinjuku District, Tokyo/Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building/Legend Headquarters/Dimension: YYGDM-01

(Cue Lacuna Coil - Senzafine (Studio Acoustic))

A few hours later, a large group of heroes gathered in the YYGDM-01 dimension outside of Legend HQ. They are preparing to split into two groups.

Group 1 going after the Black Ascendant Triad consisted: Omega X, Angemon X, Dramon X, Metalla X, Beast Tamers (BlazeGallantmon (YYGDM-01), QuakeGargomon (YYGDM-01), StormSakuyamon (YYGDM-01), AuroraInumon (YYGDM-01)), Kuipers (Sailor Sedna, Sailor Orcus, Sailor Ixion, Sailor Varuna, Sailor Eris, Sailor Quaoar), Athena X (Athena & PinkPatamon), Kai Digidestined (Sora & Phoenixmon, Mimi & Rosemon, Joe & Plesiomon, Izzy & HerculesKabuterimon, Yolei & Valkyrimon, Cody & Vikemon), Legendary Warriors (Takuya, Kouji, Izumi, Junpei, Tomoki, Kouichi), the D3s (David, Tike, Kara, Sam) & their Digimon, BanchoLeomon, Pikkan, BW, Dorothy & Avengemon, Meryl & Mastemon, D-Reaper, Jax, Sonja, Sheila, Team Xros Hearts (Taiki & OmegaShoutmon, Akari & Dorulumon, Zenjirou & Ballistamon, Kiriha & ZekeGreymon, Nene & Mervamon, Yuu & Armamon, Tagiru & Arresterdramon), DATS (Masaru & ShineGreymon, Thomas & MirageGaomon, Yoshi & Rosemon, Ikuto & Ravemon), Sailor Moon (YYGDM-01), Sailor Mars, Yugi, Seto, Tea, Joey, Brunhilde (YYGDM-01), Skuld (YYGDM-01), Marty, Larry, Madoka, Mami, Kyoko, and Kirito & Asuna (Corner).

Group 2 going after the Imaginalists consisted: Sailor Pluto (YYGDM-01), Volodramon (YYGDM-01), Homura, Sailor Gao Pluto (YYGDM-01), Gojiramon, Keke & Mosuramon, Celesta X, WarAngemon, Gai, Sigrun (YYGDM-01), Gondul (YYGDM-01), Carmen (YYGDM-01), Nick, Ultima X, Zodiark X, Shu & Inori, Sailor Venus, Sailor Saturn, Yusuke, Hiei, Kurama, Kuwabara, Shaka (Yui/DarkGabumon), Ayase, Argo, Shibungi, Oogumo, Sayaka, Nagisa, and Reginleif (Corner).

Omega X counts all their available members. "Is this all of them?"

Sailor Moon (YYGDM-01) replied. "That's all of them."

Sailor Pluto (YYGDM-01) added. "Then, we're ready to go. Sedna and Homura, please provide us our dimensional doors."

"Ok," Sedna and Homura responded readily to create the portals.

Suddenly, a dimensional portal opened and coming out are two figures: Skogul (Corner) and Carmen (Corner). Pluto & Volodramon (YYGDM-01) expected their arrival. The Valkyries (YYGDM-01) are surprised to see a different Skogul, and especially noticing her different sleeker outfit and lack triforce symbols.

"Wait, Jessica and Carmen?! But how did you…?!" Brunhilde (YYGDM-01) was flabbergasted to see them before turning around to see Carmen (YYGDM-01) still with them.

Carmen (YYGDM-01) is flabbergasted to see Carmen (Corner).

Nick spat out. "Carmen, that's you! But she… you… her… looks different…!" He stammered on, taken aback by Carmen (Corner)'s presence.

Skuld (YYGDM-01), on the other hand, sensed a different vibe from these particular two. "It's not them."

"It's not our Jessica and Carmen. Our Jessica is still captured by the enemy," Volodramon (YYGDM-01) replied, irked by Brunhilde's outburst. "Is that right, Pluto?"

"Correct, these are alternate dimension versions of our Jessica and Carmen. They come from a unique amalgamated world called the Corner universe." Pluto (YYGDM-01) pointed out. "They come from the same dimension this Reginleif comes from." She glanced over to Reginleif (Corner).

"Yep, these two are my Jessica and Carmen. How's it going you two?!" Reginleif (Corner) greeted them so casually.

"So, this is where you've been staying, Reginleif?" Carmen (Corner) asked her.

"Yep, and I've been hanging with this universe's Sigrun as you can see!" Reginleif (Corner) said, putting an arm over Sigrun's shoulder.

"It's good to see you, Reginleif," Skogul (Corner) said. "Now, Pluto and John have already informed us of the situation you have. And we'd be happy to help you find your friends. And it'll be interesting to finally meet the less mature version of me."

Omega X approves of this. "Great, welcome aboard, you two."

"Do we have the finalized coordinates of our enemy's locations?" BlazeGallantmon (YYGDM-01) asks.

"We do now," Sailor Sedna replied as she and Homura formed dimensional doors for them.

Omega X turns around, raising a fist into the air. "All right, now let's go and bring Max and the others back!"

(End theme)

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R. Homura walked into an internal chamber room. She saw the three Black Ascendants utilizing rituals on the Triad artifacts. They had just finished their work.

"Are we ready to initiate the next phase?" R. Homura asked the three.

"Yes, seems the future me has ceased, but he played his part. Now, we can proceed to fulfill his dream. We'll start with another dimension before we systematically take down my dimension along with dimensions YYGDM-01 and XLR-8," Black Omega X clarified. "Purge all this world and then those three of their mortals with our Zero Dawn Plan before laying down the foundation of our utopia."

Rebellious Homura nodded. "Then, by all means, begin."

Black Omega X turned as all but one of the Digicores have split, accounting for one whole Digicore and three split ones. Black smoke formed from these Digicores, releasing negative energy that wisped and formed into seven physical bodies. These bodies then became dragon-like abominations as these Digicores attached to their bodies.

Black Angemon X held the Dragon Gazer's Mirror, which darkened in his possession.

Black Dramon X held the gem, which darkened into a darker shade of blue.

"Let us commence by eliminating these mortals," the BAT responded calmly in unison.

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(Cue Dragon Ball Super OST - A Dangerous New Enemy – PokeMixr92 version)

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Zenomnimon's Palace/Dimension: DF-616

Meanwhile, the Lord of all Digiverses and GrandWhismon keenly monitored the Triad teams preparing to leave for their destinations.

"Taichi and his friends are really cool, aren't they?" Zenomnimon turned and queried to GrandWhismon.

GrandWhismon genuinely responded. "Oh yes, they're going through such great lengths to save friends. It should be interesting how they're able to stop that rogue Supreme Guardian and save their friends from the Rebellious Witch's cohorts. I am concerned the one who released the anomalous agents throughout the Nexus still hasn't shown himself. We know he's been giving instructions to these deviants."

Zenomnimon tapped his chin. "Hmm, maybe he's too chicken to come out? Afraid of me maybe?"

GrandWhismon chuckled. "Perhaps he is…"

(Cue The Dark Knight - Why So Serious? - Hans Zimmer (0:00 - 3:29))

Suddenly, a low and fiendish chuckle filled the divine realm, sending dreadful vibes to the occupants of Zenomnimon's dominion.

"Afraid of a god baby like you? Heheh, don't kid yourself."

"Who speaks?!" GrandWhismon demanded as he scanned for the source. He immediately pinpointed a distortion opening up in front of them.

Zenomnimon's two guardians materialized and formed a barricade in front of him.

As the wormhole opened, an ambiguous humanoid silhouette with no discernable physical attributes appeared. He had shiny white eyes and a smile that could be described as Jokeresque.

"Greetings, Zenomnimon," the anomalous entity formally greeted the Lord of all Digiverses. "I hope I wasn't interrupting anything important?"

"Stop where you are! Identify-!" GrandWhismon was cut off when the figure flew past him and the guards. He was already right in Zenomnimon's face. "Why don't we have a little chat?"

As GrandWhismon and the guards prepared to restrain him, the figure brushed them back with a shockwave. He then made short work of the two guards and knocked them out of commission. Zenomnimon raised a hand, preparing to seemingly stop the figure.

With a finger snap, Zenomnimon found himself locked inside an energy box. Zenomnimon tried breaking loose with his own power but to no avail.

The figure floated over to Zenomnimon. "Like I said, why don't we have a little chat before we watch what's going to be a thrilling show?! Yes, let's see how those heroes fare against my pawns!" He cackled as he kicked his feet up and floated in mid-air.

As GrandWhismon came to, he muttered. "...this anomalous energy… you couldn't be…"

The anomalous being's smile curved outward into a twisted grin. "Why yes, I'm him. The one who's called by the Evil God. I'm called by many titles. I've even been called the Digiverse's boogeyman. The one you've heard in all the text… the original bringer of chaos, ZeedMillenniummon X. Or, you can just call me Zeed X." He took a bow. "How do you do?"

(End theme)

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Next chapter: Black Ascendant Royale

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Ford1114's A/N: Here we have it, the big changer for the story. First, we see the BAT are stealing the Triad items for more nefarious purposes. Secondly, R. Homura and the Imaginalists have kidnapped four people as hostages, two of which are going to be used as power sources for Yog-Sothoth in opening a gateway. Yes, Yog-Sothoth is the same one seen in the final chapters of Shinnen: New Year and Valkyrie Homecoming (the latter shows a post-credit scene of being captured).

The big revelation (and to no readers' surprise) reveals that Zamasmon and the BAT are one and the same. Zamasmon transfers his mind and soul to these bodies to rid of the world of mortals. Beerusmon may have destroyed the future Zamasmon/decoy, but the BAT remains on the loose in showing the conflict has just only begun.

Rei mentions an event that her father is possessed by a symbiote piece of Yami Houou and steal Igasu's container. This we'll see in Wrath of the Defiants. Not only that but Corner!Kotori and Himura got their secret identities found out by the police department they work, this can be used as a similar scene for Defiants as well. DUA-16, this is the world of Digimon Universe: Appli Monsters to see the next chapter.

Meanwhile, at the Cornerverse, our heroes have met the three Valkyries of Valkyrie Profile in planning to fight the BOT soon. Janyuu Wong (YYGDM-01) appears as a spirit since YYGDM: Dawn of Chaos.

The last scene shows Tai recruiting help from friends and other allies, including 17's expy, Jax, who has formed a romantic bond with Meiko Mochizuki (who in the DF-616 universe is a minor character). We also have the gathering of heroes in splitting into two groups. Skogul and Carmen (Corner) arrive in helping out Pluto/Volodramon (YYGDM-01)'s group, and we can expect a meeting between two Skoguls.

Stay tuned for the next chapter, featuring the battles ahead.

Kanius' A/N: While this was mostly set up, lots of developments happened. The Imaginalists and Black Oding Triad (BOT) have revealed themselves on-screen to us and are in league with R. Homura & Zamasmon.

The BOT shall remain the main threat for the Cornerverse. They won't be interfering in the main YYGDM and DF-616 conflicts.

Soma Saitou. The story on him: His character had the most revisions. In fact, he was originally supposed to come back as the main villain and retain the name Himo Saitou during the creative process of the original Cross Generations. That was in 2011. But as time progresses and things change, so too does the creative process. To differentiate him, we changed Himo Saitou to Soma Saitou in this continuity. We removed the V-Tamer character involvement, especially Neo Saiba and his crew. In their place, we have two Digimon (Arkadimon and Deathmon) as Soma Saitou's Digimon partners. Soma now has a connection to Max Kamiya (albeit a different one from another universe). Unlike Himo, Soma Saitou is demoted to a henchman to our main villains, R. Homura and Zamasmon, of this arc.

Speaking of R. Homura, she's decided to make her move, capturing YYGDM-01's Jessica and Ford. This is to show she's willing to take the direct approach and not sit around barking orders behind the scenes. Will be interesting when R. Homura meets our Homura in this story.

As for Zamasmon, he's been erased by Beerusmon! However, not really. That was his future self/decoy while the main timeline one is actually behind the BAT. So, nice try, Beerusmon, but the Renegade Guardian is still on the loose.

Yex, Jax (17's expy) joins Omega X's group to fight the BAT. And Meiko & Meicoomon make brief appearances, establishing that Meiko and Jax are an item. Due to her minor character status, she and Meicoomon won't join the fight.

The BAT take direct action and capture the three artifacts of the Trinity. They certainly didn't waste any time.

The four captured will be the power sources for Yog-Sothoth to open that portal mentioned. And yes, this is the first time appearance of Yog-Sothoth outside the Cornerverse. Notice how differently Jessica (YYGDM-01) reacted to his presence? This further supports Skogul (Corner)'s view of Jessica (YYGDM) still mentally immature.

Yes, the DUA-16 dimension is in fact the Digimon Universe: Appli Monsters dimension. I've seen the first few episodes of the show and it's ok so far. It's a different take on the other Digimon series. The more I delve into it, I'll give my further impressions. So, this dimension will be the location where our heroes will fight the BAT.

Additionally, not that it matters in this conflict, but Igasu's escape from Rei and Cammy's shrine sets up a Gaiden, which itself ties into Wrath of the Defiants. Keep an eye out on that if you're interested.

As for the Cornerverse, Janyuu (YYGDM-01)'s spirit arrives with the surprise appearance of the Valkyrie Profile trio. I know a friend of mine out there will be pleased (Belletiger, what do you think?), and they'll be helping the Cornerverse Valkyrie Maidens to confront the BOT and the VP bad guys. Skogul (Corner), though, will be joining the Group 2 of the YYGDM-01 and DF-616 heroes.

The line-ups may look too big (especially Group 1), but don't worry we've figured out to balance out the numbers and highlight the members that matter.

Skogul and Carmen (Corner) show up at the end to give support to Pluto and Volodramon (YYGDM-01)'s group. It won't be long when Skogul (Corner) meets Skogul (YYGDM-01).

Next time, the central battles of this arc will finally happen. Group 1 confront the BAT and their cohorts. Group 2 confronts R. Homura and Soma Saitou. The Cornerverse group engages the BOT. What shall occur when these battles escalate? You'll have to wait and see, my friends.

And at last, the anomalous being, the man of the hour: ZeedMillenniummon X, aka Zeed X, has appeared. Now hell is about to be unleashed.

Until the next update, send a review and see you soon!