WHEEEEEEEEEEEEEE Season 7 starts off with a bang! Better plot than Xros Wars' first ep but Xros Wars was still more energetic, LOL xD
DA: You're singing something new… again -_-"
Me: Ima made no hibi jairarenai
FURUSUPIIDO de
Takai kabe mo
Uchi nuite ikou
Stand up for your dream!~
RDvm: Sounds catchy! What song is that?
Me: It's from the new OP of Xros Hunters, Stand Up by Twill! I never get tired of this song ever since I've heard it, and I've been listening to it all day long endlessly since Season 7 aired! WHAHAHAHA xD
DA: YOU SERIOUS? Since that Sunday… up to now (night of October 5 as I'm typing this, and still never tired of it since November 10 as I'm typing this phrase xD)? YOU'RE CRAZY O_O
Me: Indeed I am, and I already loved the new evo songs named "Tagiru Chikara!" (for Arresterdramon's Chou-Shinka theme) and "Shining Dreamers" (for Tuwarmon) XD
RDvm: I'll do my best today! I swear! I won't fail you guys!
DA: As if the readers are gonna side on you :P
Me: Who knows DA? It's up to the readers if they'll want RDvm to succeed… or not.
RDvm: T_T
Disclaimer: I do not own Digimon & its characters, for the exception of my OCs (Original Characters): DarkAkumon, RageDevimon, SereneAngewomon, FighterAngemon, and the Victory Duo.
The Digimon Ritdracmon is owned by my friend Shermy/FEISAR-CSY in deviantART, but I use my own design for it in this fic.
Chapter 4 – "The Devil of Despair! Löwemon's Secret"
-Digital World, Volcano field-
Nene allowed Kiriha to do his plans but asked him kindly to rest, in somewhere less hot. She was worried of him walking for hours yet never stopped even for a second to rest…
Nene: Umm, Kiriha-kun, may I ask you something?
Kiriha: Hm?
Nene: Aren't you tired? You know, walking around here in this blazing hot place, observing things for hours…
Kiriha: …You don't care about how I feel. Go on and rest somewhere if you wish.
Nene: O-oh… Gomene.
Despite her concerned being rejected by the cold-hearted General, Nene followed him in his tracks secretly… She hid behind boulders and continued to walk when he wasn't looking.
Nene: (Oh Kiriha-kun… You really aren't honest to yourself, are you?)
Kiriha: [looks behind]
…Hmph. Just my imagination.
Nene: ([giggles] See if you can find me!)
Kiriha: …Why are you following me? I thought you were finding a rest spot.
Nene: Ah, guess it can't be helped.
I'm just concerned. Also I can't feel at ease if I'm going alone, at least in this "new" Digital World… We should be working together anyway.
Kiriha: What did I just say? I don't need your concern. And I can do better alone. Okay?
Nene: Fine… If that's what you want.
Anyway, just a follow-up; why are your steps heavy?
Kiriha: [angrily] Just go already!
Nene: Ah well… Better leave you now.
While walking towards the nearest cave, Nene's Xros Loader screen lit up, showing Shourinobimon's mugshot talking to her.
Shouri (A/N: I'll be referring to the Victory Duo by their new nicknames now xD): You know, SiegKriegermon and that kid behave so alike. He tends to stick to just reckless attacks, no? He's been like that ever since. I believe that's the reason why our team lost its glory back then…
Nene: I didn't know you thought of SiegKriegermon like that. I always thought you two get along so well all this time…
Shouri: Hmph, if I wasn't gentle enough, I would have fought with him and beat him to it with my tactics.
Nene: Iie, don't do that! Both of you are great warriors, but don't take advantage of your weaknesses and abilities to fight each other! You should be working as a team.
Shouri: He's just useless; he refuses help all the time, as if that fool knows everything. His beliefs are totally trash anyway! You just don't know…
Nene: Sigh… okay then. I won't force you to. (So these two aren't as close as I thought them to be, are they…)
Holding his Blue Xros Loader, Kiriha slowly walked his way straight. His Xros Loader lit up, and Sieg voice was heard, making him stop.
Sieg: Kiriha, don't you think we should work independently from that ninja-creep?
Kiriha: Hmm? Your partner, you mean?
Sieg: Yeah. Her gentleness leads us to nothing!
"We can achieve peace without force"? Blasphemy! She's probably the reason why our team didn't work so well back then! You may think she's cool and nice from the surface, but that's not true at all, I tell you.
Kiriha: Heh. Never thought you two actually hate each other.
…But I don't think the same.
Sieg: Nani?
Kiriha: You know what I mean. If you think Nene's just bringing me down, then no.
Sieg: Explain yourself, kid.
Kiriha: Why? Do I have to? It's unnecessary. Let's-
Lava suddenly burst out of the craters surrounding them, and Digimon with burning bodies called Meramon came out of them!
Kiriha: What the?
Sieg: An ambush! Prepare yourself, kid!
Kiriha: Heh, don't call me "kid" even though you chose me.
Sieg: That's nice, having pride in you. Now go use my power and prove how true victory can be achieved by our POWER!
"Digi-Spirit Evolution!"
"SiegKriegermon!"
Sieg: Get out of our way! Plasma Strike!
With a click of his "Stärke's" trigger, a big powerful blast comes out of the rifle, wiping all of the Meramons out! The earth shook again, causing the place to erupt. More Meramons continued to emerge from the ground where lava comes out, wasting all of Sieg's effort.
Sieg: You guys remind me of NeoVamdemon's forces… Then guess I'll do it the HARD WAY! Victory Claw!
Meramons: GAAH!
~ o ~ o ~
Sieg (Spirit): They won't stop attacking us!
Kiriha: I know… but we can't lose. We have to win, no matter what!
~ o ~ o ~
SiegKriegermon never stopped attacking. He attacked, attacked and attacked once more… but to no avail.
Sieg: *Huff, huff…* Are you guys done?
Fire suddenly burned at his back, knocking him near lava. The Meramons were just behind him, furious.
Meramon: You're one of the Victory Duo, aren't you? You're the ones who destroyed this place, our hometown back then!
Sieg: Nani?
Meramon: This was once a volcano with beautiful grasslands around, which was once part of Dragon Land when the Death Generals took charge of the seven kingdoms when the Digital World was reformatted… Until you guys decided to claim this place and killed our ancestors who innocently fought with their lives to save this place!
~ o ~ o ~
Kiriha: I don't understand… What happened?
Sieg (Spirit): I don't really know. This is nonsense! Lies!
~ o ~ o ~
Meramon: Now we won't let this chance pass!
Helpless on the ground, the victory warlord cannot move because of the Meramons holding him from his back. They carried him and put him directly above a crater, waiting for it to erupt.
A few moments later, the warrior cried out in pain as very hot and burning substances scorched his flowing cape and back.
Meramon: This is what you deserve, you ruthless monster!
Sieg: GAAAH!
~ o ~ o ~
Kiriha: Nngh! We can't stand this any longer!
Sieg (Spirit): You can't and must never lose, remember that!
Those who can't win are scum!
Kiriha: Nngh…
Something struck Kiriha's mind… It was a memory of some sort of event in the past. It was vague, but it seemed painful as his current state. It made him hold his forehead with his right hand from the intense pain.
Kiriha: (N-not again… I-I can't forgive this!)
Sieg (Spirit): Get it? That's how the way it is!
Sieg continued to endure his pain. He tried to move, but it was no use and just hurt him more.
Sieg: (I-I… I won't lose! I don't want to be a loser… So I'LL WIN!)
~ o ~ o ~
Meramon: BWAHAHA!
Sieg: RAAAGH!
Meramons: Let's end this!
All Digimon prepared to attack in unison. During that time, the warlord shouted in pain & anger. His pride still burns wildly as ever but… it started to fade slowly.
~ o ~ o ~
Kiriha: I can't take this any-
Sieg (Spirit): FORCE YOURSELF! I don't care if you've reached your limit; we have to win!
Kiriha: I…
Despite having the will to fight, the general cannot move as he desired. He closed his eyes and hoping for the best, which he feared to do.
Meramon: Burning Fist!
While initiating their attack to truly finish off SiegKriegermon, a strong wind blew, blowing off the burning energy the group of Meramons was about to release. Sieg's eyes dilated seeing the scene before him, but since the gust of wind startled the ones holding him, he managed to bust out of falling in the boiling pit and ran away as fast as he could. His right arm covered his wound on his left shoulder, escaping silently in pain.
While running, a voice called out, saying some words in a mysterious manner… Is it for Sieg?
?: Come hide behind the rock in front of you, before those fireheads get up to attack you again!
Sieg: Who are you? And why are you helping me?
?: You don't want to die, do you? Now hurry up before you get caught!
Sieg: Hmph, fine… [hides behind the nearby rock]
The warlord closed his eyes for a bit, trying to catch his breath. Beside him was the figure who helped him, but he didn't try to look around until his breathing was stable.
?: You didn't think you can escape by yourself, eh?
Sieg: You don't even know me.
?: Why don't you try to see me by your own eyes, SiegKriegermon?
Sieg: I don't care, I can do things by myse-
Wait… how did you know my-?
His words were cut off when he opened his eyes and saw who was actually talking beside him.
Sieg: O-omae wa…
…Nene?
Shouri: You silly guy. I knew you can't do this by yourself, so I had to lend a hand.
Sieg: Are you underestimating me?
Shouri: [giggles] Oh, you reckless soul… Of course not! Now, won't you thank me?
Sieg: Do I have to?
Shouri: Never mind then. Let's just check out the Meramon.
Sieg: Fine.
~ o ~ o ~
Slowly looking behind, they saw the Meramon spreading out to find them.
Meramon 1: Where is that monster?
Meramon 2: Probably jumped in the lava in fear! BAHAHA!
Meramon 3: Guys, DUCK!
Meramon Leader: Duck? What-
A shady figure knocked out the Meramons when it landed in the place, with the force of the wind its wings produced. It took out its lance, with its blade shining from its sharpness, ready for battle, and calmly walked forward.
?: Did you see any warrior Digimon around here?
Meramon (Underling): (H-he might be part of the Another Side!)
Meramon Leader: H-hai, we were about to finish off one of the Victory Duo when something came to save him.
?: Victory Duo… You mean SiegKriegermon & Shourinobimon?
Meramon Leader: Yes, but we only attacked SiegKriegermon.
?: Where did they escape off?
Meramon (underling): From what I saw, they went towards the direction of that big rock to the east.
?: You're a big help. Thanks.
The figure quickly zoomed out to the east, leaving a strong force of wind again. The Meramons nearly got blown off, but they managed to stay put.
Meramon (underling): He doesn't seem to be evil like those guys in the organization. Maybe he's not part of it?
Meramon Leader: I kind of doubt he is. Well, I was scared of him but he doesn't seem like those freaks in the organization. He flies so fast though, you would think a winged giant just passed by!
Meramon (underling): Nah, we can leave the job to him. I think he's going to fight them anyway.
Shouri: Are your wounds okay now? Hope my first aid measures were of help.
Sieg: I didn't need them, but it's fine. I don't feel anything much now.
…Thanks.
Shouri: It's nothing, just don't rush into danger like that, 'kay?
Sieg: Hmph.
Wait, a strong wind is blowing.
Shouri: It is… Someone might be coming!
They stared, frozen in place. They were neither scared nor nervous, but the creature was nearby, they knew. But the wind, it just keeps blowing no other sound was heard.
Sieg: It's gone.
Shouri: …
Sieg: I'll go see if that creep's still-
Shouri: ! [pushes Sieg]
Sieg: N-nanda?
The figure was there, above them, standing on the rock with its three-clawed feet together; right hand put forward as if it threw something.
In Sieg's place before he was pushed by Shouri was a spear, more like a lance. That exact spot had cracks over it, showing that Sieg could have died without Shouri's help…
Sieg: T-that was close. This one's tough.
Shouri: Who are you? Why are you attacking us?
The winged creature flew down and grabbed its spear as if he doesn't feel anything. It held the weapon in its right hand and stood like a fearless soldier.
?: You're the Victory Duo right? Where are the other two friends of yours?
Sieg: They're not our friends. We're just tagging along since they're fellow warriors like us.
Shouri: This is not the time to think like that, Kiriha-kun!
Sieg: Fine. So you haven't told us your intentions yet; speak up whoever you are!
? I'm only here to stop and bring you down.
Shouri: Are you part of the evil organization?
?: I guess… But I only care about your defeat and your friends' whereabouts.
Sieg: Okay then. We'll have it your way…
The blue warrior secretly reached his "Stärke" rifle hidden on its back, behind his white & blue cape. Surprising the foe and beating him all-out was his plan in mind.
Sieg: GRAAAH!
?: [dodges the attack & grabs Sieg's weapon] Stop, now!
Sieg: Nani?
Shouri: Leaf Hurricane!
Dropping the weapon, the figure stood still like the rock beside them.
Shouri: Here, get your weapon back, quick! [throws Sieg's rifle]
Sieg: [catches the Stärke] Impossible… He knew what I was going to do.
Shouri: Let's surprise him then!
Sieg: It's no use. That's the exact thing I was gonna do to him.
Shouri: Let me try; just back me up.
?: Come back here, or else I'll have to finish you off.
Shouri: Shouldn't we be saying that?
Thrusting its lance forward, the foe suddenly stopped & flinched when the purple shinobi disappeared into thin air.
?: …?
Shouri: [from above] I'm right HERE!
Shourinobimon suddenly appeared in the air, and pulled out a speedy kick to take down the foe in the air!
Shouri: KYAAA!
?: !
However, it quickly blocked Shouri's attack with its right arm without recoil.
Shouri: Huh?
? Don't try to challenge me! [grabs Shouri's leg]
Shouri: Shoot!
Sieg: Nene! Plasma Strike!
Shourinobimon was quickly released from the grip of the creature after it was shot by SiegKriegermon from behind. She fell on the rocky ground on her two feet, transitioning to a defense stance in a flash.
Shouri: I appreciate the backup. I thought you wouldn't listen.
Sieg: Heh, I was just repaying a debt. Now, on with this creep…
You, if you insist on fighting us to the end, you'll only lose. I respect your power and ability though, I'll give you that.
?: …Where are your friends?
Sieg: You don't care! I'm talking to you!
Shouri: (I wonder if they're still in this field.)
?: …Ne, shinobi-san, arigatou.
Shouri: What do you mean…?
It didn't reply and give an answer, and just zoomed away from them.
Sieg: This is insane! It just knew where to go all of a sudden!
~ o ~ o ~
Sieg (Spirit): This is all your fault, you ninja-creep! What did you do this time? You used your ninju- whatever to tell him, no?
Shouri (Spirit): Baka. I didn't do anything; you're jumping to conclusions again. I didn't know the creature, so why would you say so?
Sieg (Spirit): BLASPHEMY! You're just a disgrace to our name, Shourinobimon! I know that you've been plotting something against us!
Nene: Minna, yamete! This is no place for blaming each other. I for myself didn't know how that creature knew things and mention us all of a sudden, but it's no reason to fight. We should be working as a team!
Kiriha: Hmph, I may not think like her, but Nene's right. Fighting is just a waste of time now, considering things. Let's go.
Sieg (Spirit): (Jeez, this kid likes to listen to that girl, doesn't he…?)
-Digital World, Volcano Field, Angel Warriors' Side-
F.A. suddenly came to a stop for some reason.
F.A: …Hikari-chan, I have to tell you something.
S.A: Yes? What is it? Oh wait…
We aren't moving in a new place at all!
F.A: Exactly. Which is weird… Could this be a trap or some kind of magic?
S.A: Maybe this is a work of the evil Digimon? Whatever it is, we should be cautious.
F.A: We really should be alert… I feel something.
S.A: A gust of wind… F.A, watch out!
SereneAngewomon quickly pushed her dear partner out of the way and shielded the sudden attack of the creature with her diamond armor.
S.A: Nngh… This one packs a punch!
F.A: I'm coming S.A! [pulls out his lance]
?: Fair enough. You two seem different from your friends.
S.A: Whatever you mean, they have their own ways… F.A. & I work together with our minds as one!
?: Prove it. Whatever you do, I also know!
F.A: C'mon! Don't underestimate what we can do!
?: Zetsubou no Mori!
FighterAngemon dodged the attack, seeing through its mind.
F.A: (Hikari-chan, try your Light Arrow on him in case he dodges my attack!)
S.A: (Wakatta! I'll go get him!)
?: Go, blue one, go attack me!
F.A: Kibou no Mori! HAAAH!
As expected, F.A's prediction turned out right, exactly as he though. However…
SereneAngewomon was about to prepare her attack in an instant, until the figure grabbed S.A's arm.
S.A: W-what?
?: It's like what I told you. I know every single thing you'll do.
F.A: (C-could he…?)
S.A: (It's impossible. Only the two of us have the ability to read minds!)
?: …It's just what you think.
F.A. & S.A: N-nani?
?: It's true. I can read minds. [lets go of S.A.]
S.A: I can't believe it…
?: I didn't know either. Now… I'll properly introduce myself after having a chance to fight you.
I am RageDevimon, number XIII of the Another Side. I am said to be the Devil of Despair.
F.A: Devil of… Despair?
S.A: So you're part of the evil organization? You're a new face, just like that DarkAkumon we fought before.
RDvm: You're right, I'm the final member. I'm sent here to finish the warriors off as a test.
F.A: For a newbie, you're really great. Can you discover our weakness though?
RDvm: Of course, I can just-
RageDevimon tried to look into F.A's mind. He was near to seeing what can easily put an end to the Angel Warriors, until he saw something vague but striking; it struck his mind so hard that he nearly fell to the ground, hands on his head as if he's in great pain. For some reason, F.A. felt the same way he did.
RDvm: GAAAH! (What is this… ugh, madness… I'm like I just saw something familiar in my head… I can't take this anymore!)
F.A: (Is… Is this what S.A's telling me earlier…?)
RDvm: Nngh… I can't continue any further…
Laer on the devil Digimon escaped the place after the sudden interference. S.A. ws on guard until RDv, left, and she quickly went to help her partner.
S.A: Glad he's gone… F.A, daijoubu ka?
F.A: Y-yeah… But I kind of felt what you exactly described about you & DarkAkumon. It's some kind of… déjà vu. It was weird…
S.A: I wonder why… Who are those Digimon?
F.A: Who in the world are RageDevimon & DarkAkumon…?
After the mysterious foe left, the Victory Duo came, exhausted from running to save & help their friends.
Shouri: Are you two okay?
S.A: Hai, Nene-chan. We're all right, but that Digimon was tough though…
Sieg: You mean that flying creature went through here and fought you two?
F.A: Yeah. He said that he's RageDevimon, a member of the Another Side.
Sieg: The evil organization… He was no joke.
S.A: He fought us, and he was about as strong as all our powers combined. He said that he was the final member of the Another Side…
F.A: What's so surprising is that he can read minds like the two of us. The truth is, S.A. & I are the ones lucky enough to be given that kind of power, and no other Digimon has that power naturally within them and cannot be inherited in any way. Except for some ways to copy them from us though, it can be possible. But for now, I don't know of any virtually possible way for that to happen.
S.A: While battling DarkAkumon the other day, I knd of felt déjà vu. F.A. felt the same with that Digimon, but I can tell that it's way worse for him.
Shouri: "Way worse"…?
F.A: When he revealed that he can read minds like the two of us, we were dumbfounded. He took advantage of the situation to look into our weaknesses in my mind, but for some reason he freaked out and cried out in pain. At the same time, I felt the same thing somehow… It's like I can see something vague in his mind, but my mind can't take it. I think that's what struck him… and he finally escaped.
S.A: I have something to add; I also tried to look into DarkAkumon's mind to know her actions beforehand, but a feeling of déjà vu made me stop a bit and focused on other things instead. It's really unusual… I haven't met any DarkAkumon or RageDevimon before.
Sieg: Unexplained déjà vu and mind control powers they got even though only the Angel Warriors should have them…
Shouri: This could mean something serious. We should prepare for things ahead.
F.A: (Why does he have does powers? And what's that familiar, vague thing I saw in his mind? I should look more into it. There has got to be something about RageDevimon.)
-Castle of Desolation-
The windows were open where Löwemon & DarkAKumon was staying in. DA looked outside, waiting for their friend patiently…
DA: I wonder how RDvm's doing…
Löwemon: He'll be okay. He has lots of potential.
DA: I don't have potential, do I? Seeing how my mission went…
Löwemon: Don't feel down, DA. Your cheerful & uh, naughty side is the real you. Also, everyone may not be the best in some fields, but I'm sure you'll discover where you excel soon.
DA: You're awesome Onii-chan! It's because of you guys that I'm still here today. I guess!
Löwemon: It's nothing.
RDvm suddenly came in from the window, with traces of fatigue evident from his appearance.
DA: Oh, it's the zombie! Hey!
Löwemon: You alright, RDvm?
RDvm: Yeah but… I retreated. I don't know what gotten into me… I don't feel that I'm the one fighting in that battlefield too. I'm like a totally different Digimon…
DA: Nah, it's your first mission anyway. You did better than me, I swear! Oh wait, not really.
Löwemon: I'm glad you're okay at least. I know you want to talk about what happened, but… I have to tell you something first. It's a secret, so don't tell anyone. I trust you two.
DA & RDvm: What is it?
Löwemon: …I'm not loyal to the Another Side. I may be one of the highest-ranking officers with the title of lieutenant, but I'm not wholeheartedly working for them.
DA: You mean you're a traitor?
Löwemon: I can't say… But I'm working for the organization just because I had no choice. You see, I'm a Warrior of Darkness, but I am more aligned with the side of good. However, despite my pure intentions, those Digimon don't accept me for who I am… So I had no choice but to choose the side of Darkness, the "Evil" side… Or else I would die if I don't side up with anyone. The Another Side's founding members recognized my abilities and recruited me. I was forced to comply with their rules and I lived with it.
RDvm: That's awful…
Löwemon: That's better than siding with no one at all and dying alone eh? The truth is, I wanted to make an attack to the Another Side. I know you two aren't happy of their ways, are you? I'm doing this for the sake of the Digital World.
DA: Yeah! How dare they call me trash? As if they can do anything!
RDvm: Umm, DA, it's kinda true… I-I mean the perfection part!
DA: YOU SHOULD, OR ELSE…
Löwemon: …Anyway. I entrusted you two this mission of mine since I am sure I can't do this alone. DA, RDvm, even though we're a small team, we can do this. As much as possible, we should secretly strengthen our forces, by recruiting and such ways that we can get stronger. We just have to keep quiet…
DA: I'll kick their butts! Oh wait, they're still someone high in this org, we're still no match for them now!
RDvm: We'll do our best, Löwemon-niisan.
Löwemon: (I hope we can end this madness soon enough. I shall so everything this time for the sake of our world…)
The Legendary Warriors were almost defeated by RageDevimon, but the Devil of Despair failed to accomplish his first mission. It was also revealed that he had the ability to read minds, which is contradictory since only the Angel Warriors have that ability and virtually cannot be inherited or passed. With this defeat for the Another Side, the warriors have proven themselves to be a powerful foe… but this event also proved that the evil organization is no joke either. Will they succeed in their plans against the 2 groups of warriors? And what will come to Löwemon's plan to oppose the organization? Don't miss the next chapter, "Onii-chan, why? The Org Strikes Forward"!
Me: Xros Hunters is AWESOME xD
RDvm: And in the episode today (Dec. 04), Nene returned as a famous idol in Hong Kong!
Me: YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY! xD
DA: Kiriha's the only one who didn't come back from Xros Wars yet though :P
Me: KIRIHA-KUN WHERE ARE YOU T_T
Shouri: [barges in] Did I hear right? Nene's an idol?
DA: Yeah, any problem?
Shouri: I didn't expect that knowing her O_O"
Me: And it's nice that her character was given justice! WOOHOO XD
Anyway guys, expect something big next chapter! If you watched Xros Wars in full already, you'll enjoy the surprise next Chapter! There's also something you would not expect to happen… So, see ya on the next chapter!
P.S. Christmas is already near, so I'll greet you guys a Merry Christmas in advance! =D