Here are some more short stories. The first two you wouldn't have met since it happened before the current time, but it gives you a clear idea about what was going on and the motives behind the Metarex during their time there.

Name: ?
Race: Inhabitant
Status: ?
First Appearance: N/A
Physical Apperance: N/A
Relations: ?

It was cold. Sure I was used to the cold, but there was something wrong about this cold. It was a lot more colder than it should have been compared to what I'm used to. This new intense cold made it impossible to survive with what little we already had. Even our bat companions were having difficulty surviving in this kind of weather. I had to do something.

Ignoring the warning of my people, I went out with my bat friend to search for a way for us to survive. Traveling through the frigid world our planet had become, I searched high and low for anything that could help.

There was nothing. Absolutely nothing. The trees I was so accustomed to having some life in them were dead. The land was dead and I would soon join it if I do not hurry.

I press forward even as my friend screeched at me to return back. I cannot. I will not return back empty handed. My people needed me and I was going to do everything in my power to help them.

I do not know when I collapsed, but I found myself face down to the ground. My body was numb from the cold it had been forced to endure and I could not move. This must be the end for me. Calling out to my friend, I tell him to save himself. I did not wish for him to die here with me.

When I could make out the sounds of wings flapping away, I couldn't help feel relieved. At least he would live. I would not have to die feeling responsible for his death. Closing my eyes, I accepted my end.

Name: ?
Race: Bat
Status: ?
First Appearance: N/A
Physical Apperance: N/A
Relations: ?

My friend was dying. I had to do something, but what could a mere creature such as myself do? Lifting him to safety would be impossible for me. There had to be someone close by to help. I beat my wings forcing myself through the freezing winds screeching for someone to help.

There was no answer. I should have known no one would dare come out in this weather. It was dangerous. The only reason we left was because we knew we knew something had to be done and no one was willing to act. Now my friend was paying the price.

Ice formed on my wings weighing me down, but I pressed on. If I fell, it would be the end for the both of us. I wasn't going to let him die. With one last stretch, I aimed for what I had hoped were people before my wings gave in and I crashed to the ground.

"Master!"

"What is that thing?"

Those did not sound like anything I've heard before. You were these beings. Why were they made of metal?

"Stand down."

The group parted as one figure approached me. It reached out to me and I bared my fangs. I didn't like this creature. It was unnatural.

"Master..."

"It's fine."

The thing took me into its arms as it studied my form. I could not see its eyes, but I know when a creature looks at another creature when trying to decipher an enemy or foe.

"Your wings have froze over. The cold is going to kill you soon. Why would a creature such as yourself dare come out?"

Its words reminded me of my friend and I struggled out of its grip. The thing let me go as I stumbled to fly back to him. My wings only caved in and I plummeted in the ground. Still I had to go to him and clawed at the ground.

"What is it doing?"

"Perhaps it will lead us to something important." The thing lifted me up again. "Lead us to where you wish to go."

And I did. There was no choice. He needed help before it was too late.

Name: Freezing Fang
Race: Metarex
Status: Alive
First Appearance: See chapter 2 (I'm lazy.)
Physical Apperance: The Cold Truth Chapter 2
Relations: Metarex-commander, Inhabitants-?

The first thing I saw was ice. Or at least I thought it was ice. My vision was different the last time I remembered. Then I realized I couldn't remember what my vision had been before.

Sitting up, I spotted a figure sitting in a throne speaking with other metal creatures. The words came strangely to me. They were loud even though they were far from me and it grated on my ears. I scanned my surroundings. The place indeed felt like an ice palace, but I did not feel cold.

"You're awake."

Spinning around, I saw that the metal creature from before had crossed the room before I could hear it. We were the only ones left in the room, but I felt unnerved by this one being. Why did it seem so familiar to me yet not at the same time?

"Looks like the experiment was a success."

Experiment? What experiment?

"You were dying. The both of you. The only way to save you was to merge the moth of you together in this body."

Had I spoken aloud and not realize it? Both? I couldn't understand what was going on and the pounding in my head hurt. Reaching up to touch my head, I realized my hands were made of metal and I slipped off the table.

"Calm yourself. You'll end up hurting yourself if you overreact."

I remember now. I remember dying. I remember trying to save him. I remember finding help. I remember the words it had whispered into my ear. I was no longer what I had been before. I was one of these creatures now. There was no going back for me no matter how hard I tried.

"Don't push yourself too hard. I want you to rest before you take over as commander of this base."

"Commander?" Even my voice was different.

"Yes. You know this world well and I want you to lead my Metarex to put this place under our thumb. It shouldn't be difficult since we pulled out the planet egg. This planet will die from the sever cold and there would be no one left."

I didn't remember what happened next, but my hands were on this monster's neck. I wanted to kill it for threatening my world and ice formed around us. A blade was pressed against my back and I tensed.

"Release the master or I cut off your wings."

"Don't Blade. I will handle this."

We broke apart and stared at them warily. Why hadn't I seen him earlier? What was going on?

"I see now. It seems you're more bat like. You're blind and can only perceive with sound."

So that's what it was. I wasn't truly seeing with my eyes, but with my ears. That's why my surroundings were strange. Still that wasn't enough to distract me from my anger.

"Why?"

"Hmm?"

"Why did you destroy my world?"

A pause. "I need power and to obtain that I must destroy worlds and lives. I cannot allow anyone to stand in my way."

"Then I will." Blade tensed, but was stopped by its master. "I won't let you destroy my home, but you are my master now."

"Your point?"

"I promise to serve you faithfully no matter what happens. I will become a monster in your hands if you promise to give up on this world."

"You impenitent..." He stopped when he heard a chuckle.

"Really? You would sacrifice yourself for the sake of others?"

"I would."

"Fine." No one could believe their ears. "You will become the enemy of these people and their savior. I made you into a monster against your will to save a life that had been ready to give up and you're willing to submit yourself to become the thing you detest. Then we shall see what the fruits of your resolve would become."

"As you wish...master."

There was no turning back. I was going to save my people even if it meant I would be the one they hated the most.

Name: Talu
Race: Inhabitant
Status: Alive
First Appearance: See chapter 4 (I'm lazy.)
Physical Apperance: The Cold Truth Chapter 4
Relations: Metarex-enemy, Sonic & friends-ally, Inhabitants-villager, Guardians-member

Stepping forward, I glanced at my surroundings. I've never seen such a ship before and such diverse creatures. I could not even think to describe them all. One of them indicated to me to hurry on and I did. There was no time to think about such things. I came here to join them.

When I reached the designated room, I was surprised to see a woman waiting for me. She was unlike anything I've ever seen before. White hair was a sign of old age, but she looked only in her 20s. She pointed to the chair in front of her and I took my place.

"You wish to aid us in the destruction of the Metarex?"

"Of course. They hurt my people." I mumbled under my breath, "And my father."

"Being a Guardian is nothing to take lightly. There is no guarantee you will live. In a battle against such a foe, the next second could be your last."

"I'm willing to do whatever it takes. I won't let them get away with what they're done."

A pause. "That's not the only reason you came is it."

"I want to know the truth." Her cold stare made my insides freeze up. "I want yo know what's going on in the universe."

When she said nothing, I thought I somehow angered her. Perhaps I wouldn't survive the next second after her. Instead, she burst into a smile and laughed. Her actions somewhat reminded me of the Metarex leader who pointed me into this direction.

"You're a good kid and I do hope you survive this. You might even meet up with Sonic and the others if things go right."

He didn't know that. They didn't even know about them, but the Guardians knew about them. Then again it made sense since these people who were at war with the Metarex should know about something like that.

"In this file you will receive information about your duties. Carry them out no matter what even if it costs you your life. Every action we make is vital in this battle."

Accepting the file, I said, "I understand."

Phew. I hope you enjoyed these little snipnets. Now on to the rest of the story.