The journey to Tiki's location began without a moment's notice, and along the way, they heard of a band of Bandits posing as Chrom. They even recruited Cynthia, daughter of Sumia, to their side.
"She's that dumb to believe those bandits were Chrom?" Nami asked.
"Well, she's not exactly bright." Lucina said.
"We'd better get her outta trouble before she kills herself." Brady said.
The heroes made it to the bandit's location and began slashing through each individual bandit in their path. They then saw Cynthia fighting a girl with Nunchucks.
"Is that… Kiri Wang?" Hope asked.
"Our eyes cant deceive that style of fighting." Brady said as each chuck slammed a bandit into a wall. "The way her style works is that she channels her power into those chucks and releasing that power all at once with each hit."
Kiri still needed help, so Naruto came to her aid. Cynthia then stopped.
"Wait, if that ninja's here, then…. oh my gosh! Does this mean I've been fighting for the wrong side?" she asked.
"That's what i've been trying to tell you! Geez youre stubborn!" Kiri said.
"Then I suppose I best be fighting the right side." Cynthia said turning her anger to the bandits.
"Kiri Wang, right? Names Naruto Uzumaki, and we sorta made you and Feral by coming here." Naruto said.
"I know who you are. All of you are legends back in the future." Kiri said. "Feral and I always wanted to join you, but when the events occurred, you were already dead."
"Well thats depressing." Hope said.
"Yes. I learned all I can about color fighting from the Grand Master himself." Kiri said. "Here's one of my techniques. Ultimate Color Chuck Spiral!" she shouted spinning with her chucks making a large tornado.
"Whoa! She is so in!" Hope said.
"Actually, I'll think about your offer when I reunite with Feral and rejoin with the Grand Master in this time." Kiri said.
"Well, if that's how you wanna play it." Hope said as they got back into the fight.
Soon the dust had settled at Cynthia and Kiri had joined up with the large group. After that, they continued to move onward.
They soon came within sight of Kjelle's location, as she was fighting a whole army of Cassius's forces by herself.
"You lying scoundrel! I will never forgive you for going back on your word!" Kjelle shouted.
"Wait! You need reinforcements! And you need help from your mom, no less!" Sully shouted as she rode into battle alongside her daughter.
"Mom? I cant belive it… you all came!" Kjelle said as the forces engaged the enemy.
"These scoundrels must pay for their deceit! You and I are the same in dueling, Kjelle." Owain said.
"And I can't stand swordsmen who don't respect something as sacred as a duel." Zoro said.
"If you insult her master one more time, none of you will live to see tomorrow!" Erza said.
"Like I care! Come at me and prove you know your stuff!" Cassius said.
The armies charged with Kjelle and broke through. Zoro and Erza took the front, blasting the troops guarding Cassius with their techniques. Cassius was stunned that his troops were taken out so quickly.
"So, you wanna surrender or do ya wanna be next?" Zoro threatened.
"Urk…" Cassius had only that to utter before being cut down by Owain.
"My sword hand does not wait for reply as it cuts down the enemy leader." Owain said.
"You are a real weirdo sometimes." Zoro said as the forces converged.
"I gotta say, I make a real damn good mom if youre this strong." Sully said to Kjelle.
"Thanks. I look forward to serving alongside all of you." Kjelle said
After Kjelle had joined up with their forces, the large army soon arrived to the tree where Tiki was said to dwell within.
"Looks like Valm beat us here. One of their generals, Cervantes, is waiting for us." Chrom said.
"And they aren't alone. A member of the Guild known as Heaven's Garden is with them." Sir Robin said pointing to a creature with a spiky shell and a rodent like appearance.
"I think that's a Chesnaught." Twilight said.
"Possibly. That guild is involved when something related to plants comes up." Chrom said.
"Hey, Chesnaught! Are you with the Valmese?" Natsu shouted.
"No! I was hired by Lady Tiki to protect this tree!" Chesnaught shouted back.
"Well we're here to ask for her help and awaken her, so let's work together!" Hope said.
"Forget it! I only let people in on my lady's say so!" Chesnaught shouted.
"We'll have to show that guy we are worthy to see her." Chrom said.
"Come, spiders! I will show you the meaning of fear!" Cervantes said.
The forces engaged, Chesnaught looking onwards on the battle as he guarded the tree. He looked to the right to see Fluttershy climbing up and sitting down next to him. "You aren't fighting?" he asked.
"I'm… not much of a fighter. I'd rather be up here with you, where it's safe. Your description says you will defend your friends even if it means being killed." Fluttershy said.
"Correct. I will do anything to protect my guildmates as well as nature in general. That's why Heaven's Garden was formed, to protect all plant life." Chesnaught said.
"We aren't planning on killing Tiki. We want her help to assemble the power of The fire emblem to seal Grima away and prevent destruction." Fluttershy said.
"I see. Hmm. How about I just let you in to talk with her?" he suggested.
"That would be nice. I have the emblem because people expect me not to have it anyway." Fluttershy said. "Thank you so much."
Because of the equal kindness shared between the two, Fluttershy transformed and flew up to the top where Tiki rested.
"Excuse me? Miss Tiki. I've come to ask you something." Fluttershy said.
"You want to activate the emblem, correct?" Tiki asked as she got up.
"Yes, we only have one of the five gems, and… I know Say'ri has one and you do too. That just leaves the final two, then the Awakening will begin." Fluttershy said.
"I see. So that's what this is all about. Alas, you wasted your time. The location of the other two gems are lost to me." Tiki said.
"Actually, I had one." Basilio said getting to the top. "But it was lost long before my lifetime." he explained.
"How did you get past Chesnaught?" Tiki asked.
"It wasn't easy. Big guys like a spiky shielded giant. I just climbed as best as I could to avoid his spikes. He's probably climbing after me right now." Basilio said.
"Lady Tiki! I…. oh, youre awake!" Chesnaught said finally reaching the top. "I apologize. He slipped right past me."
"Chesnaught, your task was to guard me until these heroes arrived. That task is now over and done with." Tiki said.
"Of course. I apologize for my hostility earlier. As a favor, I'll request Master Venusaur to send you reinforcements." Chesnaught said.
"That would be great. We need all the help we can get here against Valm and Lucemon." Fluttershy said.
"I'll tell your members the mission is complete. They just dispatched Cervantes. Until we meet again, kind girl." Chesnaught said leaping off the tree.
"Your kindness knows no bounds. I hope your leaders keep you and your friends around for years to come." Tiki said.