Chapter 4 – The Ruthless Kremling King

"Milord, we are approaching an island that's apparently part of a set of islands known as Hawaii," a Kritter told King K. Rool.

The large, overweight green crocodile looked at where the Gangplank Galleon was heading. "What do ya know about this island?" he growled nastily.

"It's called Molokai Island, Lord K. Rool," replied another Kritter. "From what our intelligence picks up, it is inhabited by both reptiles and mammals alike."

King K. Rool smirked. "Well, then, I think it's time we occupy it," he said. "And I am under the impression that those two runaways Klump and Krusha might be there. Set the course straight to Molokai!"

With that, the Gangplank Galleon picked up speed until it landed on the shore. Then, the Kremlings boarded off the ship. King K. Rool took a look around the island, hoping to find any sign that Klump and Krusha would be around.

"They must be here," he said. "I can feel it in my gut."

"Your nastiness!" called one of the Kritters. "Get a load of that raft right over there."

King K. Rool turned around and saw the raft, which fell apart thanks to the violent waves earlier, and when he spotted two sets of footprints still marked on the sand, he knew that it belonged to Klump and Krusha, especially when one set were those of boots.

"Start a search party!" he ordered. "I want Klump and Krusha to be brought here right this instant!"

"Affirmative, your rottenness!" replied the Kritters, and they formed into separate squads as they began their search for Klump and Krusha.

"By the way, if you happen to come across any bystanders, capture them, and bring them to me," said King K. Rool, laughing maniacally. "This will be a great day for us to terrorise the Hawaiian Islands!"


Cynder and her team had been watching the arrival of the Kremlings, and after hearing everything that had been transpired on the beach, they began to ponder over how they could thwart King K. Rool's plans and save Klump and Krusha.

"This looks very bad," said Cynder. "They're beginning their search around the island, and it's only a matter of time until they catch them and our friends, and Darky's with the team looking out for Krusha and Klump."

"We've got to warn them," said Percival. "Let's hurry up and find them before they do."

"Let's be careful, guys," said Draco. "Those guys look very tough."

"Relax, Draco," said Jakkin. "We're all in this together, so if the going gets tough, we have each other's back."

"Jakkin's right about that," said Charonus. "Of course, we need to watch it since there seems to be a lot of those guys."

"I agree," said Cynder. "Come on, boys."

Cynder and her team rushed into the forest, hoping to find the others. Presently, they came across Blaze and Percival who were looking around while waiting for Bowser to return.

"Blaze, Percival, over here!" called Draco as he waved his arm.

"There you are!" exclaimed Blaze. "So, what have you found out with King K. Rool?"

"He has arrived at the island, Blaze," said Charonus. "And what we saw back there was really grim. King K. Rool has an army of Kremlings and they are patrolling the island searching for Klump and Krusha."

"In that case, we better get looking for the others real quick," said Blaze. "I certainly hope we can be able to hold out against the invading army until Bowser returns."

"Let's get going!" urged Cynder. "Time is at the essence!"

"Hold it!" snapped a menacing voice. "Where do you think you're going?"

The group froze as a gang of crocodiles dressed in punk style clothing surrounded them, taking no chances that they would escape. Knowing that this meant trouble, Blaze and the dragons gulped.

"That torn it," she muttered. "Now what are we going to do?"

"Well, I know what we're going to do!" hissed one of the Kritters. "Our king will be delighted to see all of you as you are all our prisoners now!"

The group eyed each other, knowing that someone ominous was going to come.

"Move along!" snapped another Kritter as he poked his spear at Blaze.

"Alright, we're moving!" fumed Blaze, and the captive group followed the Kremlings back to the shore.

Soon, they arrived back at the beach where King K. Rool was waiting. The Kritters pushed Blaze and the dragons forward.

"We found ourselves some inhabitants to take to the palace," reported the lead Kritter. "They're six dragons and one cat."

"Have you found the two fugitives?" asked King K. Rool.

"No, not yet, but I'm sure they'll be found soon," replied the Kritter.

"Double your search!" ordered King K. Rool.

"That will not be necessary, sire," called a voice. "We found them, and there are more prisoners to take to the island!"

A troop of Kritters arrived, and accompanying them were Krusha and Klump, followed by Tails, Darky, Jeremy, and Lily. They were pushed forwards to King K. Rool who was grinning maliciously.

"Let me go at once, you bullies!" burst out Tails, but the Kritters took no notice as they held his arms tight.

"Excellent work, soldiers," he chortled. "You have found our runaways."

The Kritters bowed in respected.

"Klump and Krusha, it's a real pity that you committed an act of treason by desertion," said King K. Rool. "The both of you will be in for a severe punishment once we return to Crocodile Isle."

"We're very sorry for that, your sliminess," said Klump.

"Your apologies will not be taken," said King K. Rool. "You're going to be thrown to the dungeons along with the rest of our new prisoners."

"And what are we do with our captives?" asked a Kritter.

"They'll be forced to do manual labour for us," replied King K. Rool. "As part of my hostile takeover of Hawaii, they'll start by erecting statues of me for them to be brought and placed in every single island!"

"You won't get away with this, King K. Rool!" hissed Cynder.

"Believe me, pipsqueak, I can!" cackled King K. Rool. "Nothing can stop the rule of the Kremlings, and you will all bow to your master! First, it will be Hawaii, and then next, it will be Kongo Island, and then finally, the world!"

"Not if I have anything to say about it!" declared a familiar, yet gruff voice.


Author's Note: I apologise that this has been taking long. Writer's block is such an aggravating thing, but I seem to be back in my game again, and it looks like we'll be having yet another battle that will come up in the next chapter!