Well, guess I'm on a roll here, and the Mojo's slowly coming back. As I said before, Mighty Form Kuuga debuts here.
Not much to say except the usual; SI-Me speaks English when noted or whenever he's by himself (Riku counts), italics is for foreign languages/sentences being spoken plus Riku speaking, and bolds are for foreign words being used.
Now, if you please… witness my henshin!
Episode 5: Henshin
"Hold still, this won't take a minute."
I'm back at the Mishou residence, back in the infirmary, to be specific. I had my back facing Asuka as she wrapped my wounded back with bandages. However, by the time we returned to this house, my wound was close to being better, thanks to the Arcle's healing ability. Asuka insist she wrapped them up.
How did we got here? Well, if you recall, she had me on a duffel bag carry. I don't know if it had an official name, but that's not important. As she climbed down with me on her left shoulder, we passed a LOT of people back then… Blasted woman, embarrassing me like that.
As I recall, you were crying the words, "Shut up! You're just jealous that I'm being carried by a lovely lady like this!" to the males in the crowds.
Damn it, Riku!
"I said hold still!" cried Asuka, still in English, "Just because your wounds have slightly heal doesn't mean you're free to move around, kid!" "I have a name, you know…" "Yes, Rasyid, I know; you've told me back at the mall—" "How did you heard me back then when you're carrying me in the mall? Hell, WHY did you carried me like that?" "Stop fussing, I was focused on saving your ass back then!"
Bah, humbug… Anyway, we reached the parking area, found my Trychaser, told her to input the codes and then she rode it to the Mishou residence… Ay carumba.
Still can't get over the fact that you accidentally slapped her bosoms as you sat behind her?
S-Shut up!
"There, all done! Whew, what a night!" Asuka wiped her sweaty forehead, and took a seat near a desk. Her folded coat placed on a table next to the bed I'm sitting. The door swung open as Kaz walked in. "Rasyid! Man, we were worried about you. I was about to find you in the mall, when Taki-senpai burst in with you on her shoulder."
Yes, apparently, Asuka is Kazuya's senpai in college. She graduated a few years after he enrolled. What a small world, it is. "It's quite a coincidence that you were around, senpai. I didn't know you were back in town." Kaz queried, which she responded, "Well, as you know, Kazuya-kun, I'm working for the FBI now. The HQ sent me to investigate the recent disappearances and the nation wide prison break. Honestly, I've found no leads so far, and decided to take a… momentary vacation to visit my hometown here." So she lived here once… Huh. Oh, did she say she's FBI? I knew my hunch was right when she called herself Agent Taki Asuka! "When I arrived, there's this talk about a spider monster that attacked and cocooned a bunch of people in a mall. So I decided to go back to work and investigate… Which lead me to finding Rasyid snooping around-sorry, stargazing at the mall's rooftops." "Wait, what? Rasyid, what were you thinking?"
"Well… I had nothing to do?" I sheepishly answered with a shrug. "Seriously, I've been here for a few days, and I don't have enough money to buy myself things, so I decided to do something… not boring." Yay, way to go me. You'll win the contest of bullshitting in no time!
Asuka giggled in a ladylike manner… God she sounded so cute, "Boring, you say? I don't believe you've mentioned the recent… rooftop action that resulted in that scratch of yours to Kazuya-kun." Kaz took a few seconds to interpret what she said, from the looks of his glare at me, I guess he got it wrong, "Dude, whatever you're thinking, it's not that. And Asuka, don't you think that kind of information is a… need to know basis thing?" by this point, Kaz is having all the wrong idea, "R-Rasyid! You better not do anything unseemly tonight!" "Dammit, Kaz, we didn't do anything sexual! If we did, I would have to find my own home so I can take her there and do her so hard, her legs would feel wobbly for days!"
…
…Linto? Did you just—
"Goddammit!" Motherfraggaterartert! Why did I say that?! Of all the bullshit to spout, I just have to say that line? Goddamn, goddammit, GODDAMMI—
"Asuka! Stop laughing! It's your fault that I said that!" "I can't, you're just too funny!" Hell, she actually rolled in the floor laughing this time! The nerve of this woman! "Grr… Kazuya, close your mouth!" and he did, "For God's sake, I did NOT do anything stupid! I just saved her from a bat Grongi which resulted in me getting this back of mine bandaged…" I palmed my face. Good God, what's wrong with me now? Is this the side effect when I transformed if I was pissed off, my brain being loco?
I believe it's merely your fault for getting yourself into this situation. The female is most fascinating, indeed.
Shut up, Riku.
"Wait, what? Bat grongi? Did you mean that bat monster that you fought?" Asuka asked. "You transformed in front of her? You really haven't gotten used to the secret identity thing, have you? Kazuya said. "Wait, you know the kid's a Kamen Rider?"
"Okay, enough already!" I told the two, "Why not we… huddle together, and I'll tell you what happened tonight… And all about me, Asuka."As much as I hate recapping, this must be done.
For what felt like hours, I've told Asuka everything; my being a Kamen Rider, the cause of the prison break and disappearances, etc. Even the part of me being from another universe. Of course I left out the part about this universe I'm currently one was fictional and about Saki and Mai's alter egos. Like any normal people, she would question that. I retorted with me reminding her that Kamen Rider the show exist in this universe of hers, as is mine, yet I can transform into one. Kazuya also helped by reminding her of the Pretty Cures; apparently, even the local newspaper of the towns that each team lived in made news stories about them. There are even photographs of them in some of the headlines. Wow, this… is quite convenient. Seriously, what the hell is up with these so-called conveniences?
It matters not, Linto. What's important now is that we may have gained a new ally in this battle… And do you even know proper combat techniques? Perhaps she might be of assistance.
Hey, I do know how to fight! I have experience in Pencak Silat and I've watched dozens of action movies and played lots of fighting video games! I may not be fit back then to do some of those moves, nor do I remember any moves I have learned, but with how I am now, maybe I have a chance! And one more thing—
"Rasyid, are you still with us?" Kazuya tapped my shoulder. "S-sorry, Riku was talking to me." Asuka raised an eyebrow, obviously wanting to know who Riku is. "The belt. He's sentient, and speaks telepathically to me." I sighed; this has been quite a night. "Look, Asuka; I understand, that all of this information you just heard sounds unbelievably impossible, but it's the truth. Honestly, I didn't ask for this to happen. From what I know, the Pretty Cures defended this world from evil; many of whom are quite troublesome to begin with. But with the Grongi now appearing… I fear it might get even worse. Especially the big bad, Daguva. In the original Kuuga show, he's a total nutcase. I don't know what he'll do next after this… Or what I'll do if the Pretty Cures meet him. I… I'm not strong enough."
"What do you mean by that?" "Asuka, if you paid attention, Kuuga is supposed to be red; I haven't achieved that form, I tried to get that form for weeks, but I just don't get it! If I don't get stronger somehow and gained the red Mighty form, how am I to fight any future Grongi creatures? I mean, I'm not Godai Yuusuke, I don't have his 2000+ skills or his determination—" "Then be yourself!" Wait, huh?
Asuka surprised me with her sudden yelling, "Look, from what I remember from watching Kuuga eleven years ago with my big brother, Godai is basically a good person, even my brother wants to be him when he grew up, and so did I. But I've learned that even though you wish to follow the examples set by others, sometimes doing things your own way is the best solution." Asuka held my hands… Déjà vu. "Rasyid, from what I've seen so far since I met you, you're an okay guy. Just… don't push yourself like this, alright? It feels wrong to see the guy who saved me getting worked up like this."
That's when it hit me; Godai achieved Mighty form because he wishes to bring back the smiles on everybody's faces, so he fights the Grongi for that dream. Me… what am I truly fighting for?
Find the reason, and you may be capable of achieving the Mighty Form.
Wait, can't you just tell me what I'm doing wrong? You ARE the belt which holds the power to make me transform into Kuuga, after all.
I am merely the Arcle personified; the Amadam stone is the true source of the power. He's been quite for a long while.
Wait, are you saying the Amadam stone can talk too? What the hell…
Suddenly, the door swung open, Mai came in in her casuals, "Onii-chan, dinner's ready. Rasyid, are you…" I replied to her in Japanese, "Mai! Hey, I'm doing fine, thank you very much! I fell on my back and hit something pointy, but don't worry, it's just a scratch." With that, I finished with a thumbs up, as usual. Wait, she doesn't look convinced… "Fine, take a look at this!" I immediately ripped out the bandages, and showed her my back, "Do you see any wounds?" "N-no… I can see the scar, but it's almost as its fading away." "Good, so please," I turned around and held my hands on her shoulders, "don't worry about me. I'll be fine." "Oh… okay." With that I placed my hands on my waist, doing the Superman pose. "Alright, then! So what's for dinner?"
She seems… unresponsive. Try snapping your fingers.
"Hello~? Mai, you there? Can't believe you of all people would space out; I though I was the only one who does that around here…" the girl gasped as she looked up to my face, and for some reason the area around her face turns red. "Ah! We-we're having gyudon tonight… I remember that you like eating meat, so I though my mother and I would cook something for you." "For me, really? Oh, you shouldn't have!" Wow, I never thought I would have that for dinner; but then again, Japanese moms can cook many kinds of food. "Well, let's go eat!"
"Wait!" Asuka told me. As I turned around, she threw my shirt into my face, "I suggest getting dressed first, kiddo. Don't want to startle the missus, right?" she then left the room, leaving me with Kaz. Who seemed perplexed. He sighed tiredly as I nonchalantly said, "What?"
The Dreamscape – Midnight
Ugh… what the hell?
I opened my eyes, and saw blackness all around. Then, white snows rained from above, but the snows on the ground were black. Why am I here?
Oh yeah, I was sleeping… I never had this kind of dream before, usually it involves certain girls and me, with four extra arms, and between my legs would be an extra d—
The snow began to rain heavily as I move forward. The winds were howling around me. As the storm continues, I began to hear a sound; two people punching each other. Their grunts were faint, but I hear them.
I searched the source as I ran, and when I found it… "K-Kuuga… and Daguva?"
Yes, it's them. It appears I am dreaming about Kuuga Godai and Daguva's final showdown from episode 48. And—whoa, every single strike they made actually drew blood! The black snow around their feet turned red as each spilled another's blood.
Ah! Both of them hit the other's belts! Golden cracks of light shone from Daguva's belt and Godai's Arcle. With a mighty cry, Godai punched Daguva with his right arm, while Daguva used his left- Holy shit, the Cross Counter! Just like in Ashita no Joe; everything even turned yellow for a few seconds!
Goddamn… what is this dream? Is this one of those prophetic dreams some anime protagonists see, or is this an ordinary dream?
Wait… I heard something cracking; their helmets seemed to be shattered. The force of the impact knock them both down and—Woah! It got to me too! Argh… Dammit, if I wake up now, I won't know what would happen next. Have to… stand up… The two seemed to have reverted into their human forms-
"What the fuck?"
That's not Godai Yuusuke… That's me! That other me even wore the black snow jacket Godai wore in Episode 48! And Daguva is the same, with the white attire and all and… Why does he have my face?! At that very moment, the snowstorm stopped; by that I meant they actually froze midair. Then, the other me in black seemed to fade away, leaving Daguva with a mad grin on his face…
"Well? Did you enjoy the preview, Linto?" N-no way… "This may be the realm of dreams, but I assure you… I am the genuine article."
"DAGUVA!"
The bastard maintained that psycho grin of his, and walked towards me. My gut feelings told me to transform now, but for some reason my legs decided to walk to his directions instead. "What is the meaning of this?!" I demanded of him. He replied with a laugh, "As I said, a preview of how our final battle should be? I've been watching the shows… quite entertaining."
Wait, he… watched Kamen Rider Kuuga the show? "If you've seen the show, then what's the point of all this chaos out there? You already know what's going to happen. Why bother gathering all those kidnapped humans and prisoners, why did you sent the bat Grongi Gooma after me; did he even knew that he's fictional? What kind of game are you playing this time?"
"Aww, but if I tell you, that would be spoiling~" he… cooed. Yeesh, doing that while having my face instead of his own is creepy. I guess I know how the Precure 5 team felt now, like in that movie of theirs where they fought their evil doppelgangers. "But don't you worry; I will make sure the next Grongi you fight will be just like the ones the "original" fought. That way you'll get your forms faster and achieved the Ultimate Form sooner!" S-seriously? He's actually going to do that? "I may have the knowledge of what actually happened in the show, but if I did something to… avert the failures of my people, then how would you get stronger? That final battle the other version of me and Kuuga did… It was glorious. Two men enter the fray, one man leaves as the victor. A good old fashioned fist fight to the death!" said Daguva dramatically as he raised his arms.
"Then why kidnap innocent people and raid the prisons? What 's the logic behind that?!" "I am not even human; I don't need to follow your kind of logic, Rasyid." That crazy bastard! "If it's a fist fight you want, then a fist fight you'll get!"
I threw a punch to Daguva, but even though I made his head turn away, his strength prevented me from staggering him this time—"Garhg!"
Holy shit that was one helluva punch! Ow, dammit! It hurts? I thought you can't get hurt in dreams… Has he been watching the Elm Street movies or something?! Argh, my face…
Daguva put his fingers on his chin, what's he have to say next? "You know, I've been gathering information about this world… These Pretty Cures sounds like a fascinating group of females… Perhaps playing The Game with them would proof more entertaining?"
…No. "Oh, no you don't! Your fight is with me. Leave the girls out of this!" What I had in mind is his demise, even if I'm stuck in Growing Form; I won't let him do as he pleases!
"RRRRAAAAAAAHH!"
"Your effort is futile!" cried Daguva as he transformed into his Grongi form; still the original Imperfect Daguva from the first episode. To hell with this fear, even if this is all a dream, it's still my dream world! I'll kick him out of it's the last thing I do- Wait, there's a red shade that ran past me and kicked Daguva in the gut. What is it this ti—"K-Kuuga?" It is! In Mighty Form, even!
"Linto, the current you would not be able to defeat N-Daguva-Zeba, even in this realm."
"T-that voice… Riku? Seriously, what the fuck is going on?!"
"Rise from your slumber; I will handle him… Ask your questions in another time."
Saturday, January 29th, 2011
"Rasyid, you're awake!"
"Ugh… Kaz, what gives? Don't yell in the morning…"
"It's eleven o'clock, actually."
I slept in Kazuya's room; I chose to use the traditional Japanese futon because I wanted to. He slept on a normal western bed. If any of you don't get it through your skulls yet; I CHOSE to sleep on the floor.
Seriously, Linto; who are you speaking to?
"Aaah, shut it! I'm still sleep—OW!" Shit, my cheek hurts! It… it can't be. "Kaz, did I do or say anything when I was sleeping?
"Yes, you were trashing around like mad! I thought you were having a simple nightmare… That is, until you spat blood from your mouth. When I checked on you, I thought something hit you. Here," said Kazuya as he handed me an ice pack. Damn, this is surreal…
"Ara! What happened here?"
"A-Asuka? What are you still doing here? Don't tell me you're freeloading." I told the FBI agent, who retorted, "On the contrary, I'm investigating something this time; there's an old church somewhere in this city, and there have been disappearances from the last few days… The victims are mostly women, but there are reports of children being kidnapped…"
"Kidnapping children, you say… Do the Grongi know no limits?!" I crushed the ice pack, this is infuriating! "This is bullshit! What's the damn point of them kidnapping people? I don't recall humans being used as a food source in the show. Why are they doing this?!"
"Well, getting angry won't get you anywhere, Kid. Unfortunately, there are eight suspected abandoned churches, finding the right one won't be easy." …She has a point, there. Even if she found the place, fighting Gooma won't be easy… Waittaminute! "Asuka, teach me how to fight!"
As I stood up, I continued, "The Grongi… they will eventually grow stronger. I myself have to get stronger, too! When I transformed, I'm still stuck as Kuuga's weakest form, the Growing Form. Maybe… If I learn how to fight properly, maybe I could somehow achieve the means to get Kuuga's Mighty Form!"
"Wow, you're quite determined, aren't you?" said Asuka whilst tilting her head to the side, "Alright, I'll help you'll train you; what do you need?" Then, I began to explain, "Kuuga has four main forms; Mighty, Dragon, Pegasus, and Titan. Respectively, they use hand-to-hand combat, rod or staff combat, bowgun shooting, and sword fighting. Until I can achieve each of those forms, I need some experience so I can fight in each form more effectively."
Linto… You have thought about it this far?
Of course; as I said, I was a simple nerd with zero combat experience. I have to train myself if I'm going to win against the Grongi. But before that you better tell me what the hell happened back there…
Understood. But for now, you should listen to her answer.
"Hmm… Alright then, it's decided! But I'm warning you; as an FBI Agent, I've been trained hard to handle many dangerous situations. Think you can follow my instructions thoroughly?" said Asuka with a cocky smile, I replied with a smirk, "The old me would probably say no… But the me standing before you says yes; I WILL face all challenges, even if it risks my life!" I finished that sentence with a double chest bump on myself, and then I extended my fisted hand towards her, just like how Gentaro did it. But instead I finished it with a thumbs up.
…Oh my God why the hell did I jus say that?
Were you not serious about it?
I am! But when I put it that way, she'll train me even harder!
By the ancestors, you truly are one of a kind… I worry for your decisions when you want to court Asuka.
Whoa, hold it; I said nothing about courting or romancing Asuka! Sure, she's my type of girl, but am I her type of man? How old is she anyway?
Ask her.
As if, Riku! Asking a lady her age is just plain rude! And—wait, is she laughing?
"Oh, man, you really are a funny guy!" she tried to hold her chuckles, but to no avail… Aww, jeez, she's so cute when she does that. "Anyways, kiddo, I still have free time today, so how about meeting me after lunch? What's your phone number?"
Goddammit! "I… don't have a cellphone. I do own one, but it's in my home universe…" Not to mention I still have little understanding of how cellphones work in Japan.
For a moment, Asuka pondered for a solution, she then snapped her fingers, "Alright, how about you take me to this dojo I know, I frequently train there whenever I come back to Japan. I know the owner since I was a teenager." "Alright, but I want you to do two things before we go." She raised an eyebrow (seems to be a thing of hers), but did not decline to hear, "One, either if you want to call me by my real name or a nickname, but please stop calling me with monikers like 'Kid' or 'Kiddo', they're overused. Personally, I like 'Young One' better. I know it's a weird request, but… Onegai?" I clapped my hands together, hoping she'll do it. "Hmm… I guess you're right; calling people younger than me with kid is an overused moniker… Alright, Young One, what's next?" Fortunately, she's okay with it. "The second thing is… How about you let me take a bath first?"
Mishima Dojo, 17.00 PM
"Oh…My…God. The paiiiiiiin~"
Holy shit, dude… You must be wondering why I'm a sweaty mess of a man, lying on the floor near this boxing arena. Well, it was an hour or two after I bathed. Using my Trychaser, I rode on to the dojo as Asuka sat behind me… I could still feel her two friends bumping on the back of my head—Dammit, not now, brain! Anyways, as we arrived at the location, coincidentally, Saki and Mai were there; not to mention the Kiryuu twins, Kaoru, the one with the blue long hair, and Michiru, the redhead with shoulder length hair. I can't remember why they were there, but after I introduce Asuka to them, I asked the four if they want to watch me train. I forgot what exactly did I say to them, but they said yes.
So, the Mishima dojo… I thought this is just one of those coincidental names, since it's the same family name of the Mishimas from the Tekken games. When I saw the dojo sensei for the first time, I thought he was a clone of the younger Heihachi Mishima from Tekken Tag 2, except with grey hair and shorter "horns". But fortunately, he only looks scary; he's a pretty fun guy to chat with. As boisterous as the Young Heihachi, it seems. Apparently, his dojo is one of those free-for-alls, whether in exercising, sparring, or simply hanging out. Just don't litter. Seriously, DO NOT LITTER; clean after your shits!
This place, like many other gym or dojo, has a wide area with a mat for sparring. It also has two western style boxing/wrestling arenas. Wide varieties of weights lined up along the walls, some gymnastics equipment, and many more. You know, the usual gears.
Ah, but I'm supposed to talk about how I looked like shit, yes?
The place was almost empty, save for some group of men and women doing their thing on the other side of the building, so it's pretty much comfortable for me; not really a crowd person. Anyway, I changed my attire into my workout suit in the locker room—I bought them a few days ago, just before the spider Grongi attacked. Believe it or not, I found Jin Kazama's flame pants! But that's not the one I wore today; instead, I brought his navy blue hoodie and trousers from Tekken 4! I can't help it, they were on sale, and obviously, they look cool! Oh, and I wore a black t-shirt underneath the hoodie. And no, no gauntlets or shoes that looked similar to his were found.
Since I'm about to spar with Asuka, I removed the hoodie, and wore these MMA gloves and head protector. When Asuka finally came out of the locker, she wore a complete set of MMA outfit, which somewhat resembled what that new girl from Dead or Alive 5, Mila wore… Hubba-hubba, that midriff…
Alas, my appreciating of her physique was postponed when she immediately ordered me to do some exercises first; to make my muscles familiar with these movements, I believe. So I did… for thirty times. The squats, pushups, stretching, etc. I did all that again as I did once before; in fact, back in school, P.E. was my favorite class. I'm not a competitive guy, but those exercises were fun. Honest.
After a few minutes, we get to how she taught me the basics of fighting. I told her that I have experience in Pencak Silat, which I have forgotten completely, and about how I know some techniques from video games and movies. But I know that they're useless unless you're fit enough to perform them, so I followed her instructions thoroughly. Saki was cheering for me, while Mai sketched Asuka and I as we trained. The Twins seemed passive, but they were paying attention… I think. Not sure if the fairies were watching, though.
I have no idea that my muscles were this stiff and weak! I realized that ages ago, but paying attention to them like this… Damn. So, after all that, we get to the sparring. Asuka was very, very swift. Her strikes were almost too fast for me to see, I managed to parry, dodge, and block some of them, but every time I tried to counter, she countered back.
Mishima Akagi, the sensei, refereed the sparring match; he's also the bell ringer. I think I remember sparring for three rounds, each of them agonized my body. But I persevere, since Daguva had made his move, so must I.
You are improving quite well, Rasyid. I can feel your powers getting stronger.
I know, I told you this would work.
I heard footsteps; it seems the girls were back with some drinks. As I looked up form my laid back position, I was right, "Oh, thank goodness!" Asuka threw a bottle of cold water at me, which I caught. I immediately opened it, but my hands were sweaty… So I bit the lid, twist it opened and drank like no tomorrow. I heard the girls gasping in surprise, but I ignored the act of explaining myself, "Wow, you're quite beastly when you're tired, aren't you, Young One?" said Asuka as she sat on a bench, which the girls followed suit. After a few gulps, I replied to her, "Despite… how I am now… I found this day… to be quite fun. Pain is Power!" as I quoted Akagi Nobuo, I pumped my fist and with a laugh, I laid on my back again.
Kaoru made a small laugh at my antics, "It's just like that one time you rode to our schools. Do you remember that?" Ah yes… that event.
"Of course I remember, Kaoru," I dragged myself to the arena so I could lean my back on it, "Alright Asuka, I told you that I'm a deliveryman for Saki's family's bakery, right? Well, there's this one time, a few weeks before I met you, I was up early in the morning. It was during the day where the girls went to school. I tried to do one of those deliveries in a few minutes or your money back thing, you see? That was also the last time I'm doing that."
"After the trial deliveries, I was quite excited for my new job. But there's this one time I woke up late; I was to deliver a lunch for… Kenta, one of the girls' schoolmates. The boy asked for this complicated sandwich once, and by the time I woke up, it was almost the time for class to begin. I immediately washed my face, ran towards my bike, rode like crazy to the Pankakapan Bakery. Then, as I asked Mrs. Hyuuga where's the lunch I was supposed to deliver, I grabbed the bag and rode away. I think she was yelling something at me, but I put my helmet on before I heard whatever she said…" Michiru giggled at the memory, "Stop laughing, I'm trying to tell a story here to Asuka! Warts and all…"
"Anyways, I rode like crazy, and since their school was on top of a hill, I revved up the bike to its fullest. As I almost reached the top, I accidentally went through a ramp and… Well, as I did an Evel Knievel, I remember the students gawking at the sight of a biker doing an airtime. As I landed, I pulled the brakes of the bike and spun around. As I compose myself, I saw Kenta standing near the gate, Saki and these three were with him. I pushed the stand down, picked up the bag and threw him his lunch. After I told him to pay me afterschool, it was then I…" Oh God, remembering it again irks me so much.
"Come on! What happened next?" Asuka urged. As much as I want to, it's just—"Rasyid realized that he did all that in his pajamas." "Michiru! I was getting to that part!" "Well, you were taking to long."
… Great, now Asuka's laughing like a hyena. I thought FBI agents were more mature than to do that. Reminds me of Yukiko from Persona 4.
"S-seriously?! Oh man, and I thought I've heard everything by now!" "For the record, Asuka, I wore a pair of boxers and a sleeveless undershirt. I was still wearing my helmet, so I doubt anybody recognized my face—" Mai then interjected, "But since everybody heard of the new deliveryman, I think they've figured it out by now…" Damn it, she has a point. I sprayed the bottled water over my head, I imagine my face is steaming right now. "But at least today I got to let out some of those buried emotions, you know?"
Saki then began to say, "I've never seen you so excited before, Rasyid! My coach pushed me and my teammates like this too, but you… You go way beyond." "Well, Saki; when adrenaline takes over, many things becomes fun to do!" I struggled to stand up so I can seat next to them. My legs felt wobbly, but with a few baby steps, I managed to sit right next to Asuka. After getting another bottle of water, she then tapped my shoulder, "Say, Rasyid; what was that thing you did, the "Rideeeer… Fight!" thing? What was all that about?"
Oh yeah, during the last round, the adrenaline pretty much make me sort of high. With Saki, Mai, and finally the Kiryuu twins, cheering for me, my machismo side took over and the want to impress these girls build up. Without thinking it through, as the round begins, I did… that.
My stance was the common "left limbs facing the opponent and right limbs away" stance, by the way. The moment Mishima sensei rang the bell, I immediately stomped the canvas with my right foot, I swung both arms to my right side, alongside my head for a second, before I turned back to look at her with a fierce glare. I sloooowly arched my arms in a 180 angle, at its peak; I positioned my arms, with clenched fist, into an L position. At the same time I did that, I slowly said, "Rideeeeer…FIGHT!" afterwards, I began to initiate Ryu of Sreet Fighter's fighting stance.
In other words, I just did Ichimonji Hayato's, aka Kamen Rider Nigo/2's Henshin sequence. I don't remember what the girls did or said back then, since I immediately lunged towards Asuka.
Which leads us to how I became a sweaty mess, lying on the floor.
"Honestly, Asuka? I have no idea why I did it. I was thinking if I did that, I would impress you…" Oh shit, not again! "But that would me the macho man in me doing it, I'm not going to do something stupid like that in a real fight!" Gah, bloods coming back to my face… Bah, I'll just pour myself with this bottle of water then! It's almost empty, anyway.
"Cheh, stop laughing, lady!" Fantastic, she knows I have a sort of crush on her, so she trolls me like that… But I get this feeling that she likes me too in a way—Hey, now! "Saki, Mai! Not you too…" Great, now they're laughing at me too. The Kiryuu twins snickered at me, I can see they're trying to not laugh…
On the bright side, at least your dreams of making maidens genuinely laugh came true.
Oh, shut up, Riku! I don't—HARGH!
Ah, crap, my lungs… Dammit.
By now the girls stopped their laughing and got worried, "R-Rasyid, what's wrong?" Mai asked, who immediately walked towards me… "Argh, it's nothing; just a minor asthma." A few seconds later, the pain subsided. Yes, I do have asthma, but not the kind that makes you need an inhaler. "It's alright, this doesn't happen often."
"Are you sure, Young One? Maybe we should go check up on a doctor?" Asuka suggested, but I waved her 'no', "Really, I'm fine. My favorite class during my school years was physical education. I'm not one of those competitive types, but I do enjoy the exercises…" I picked up another bottle of water from the plastic bag the girls bought, and drank its content. "I'm not trying to put a brave front or anything; I'll be fine!" aaaand comes the thumbs up. The girls seemed convinced, thank God.
"Anyways, I'm hungry, let's find something to eat, shall we?" as I stood up, Asuka held me at my wrist, "Before we go," Asuka said, "I want you to do two things for me."
"…Really? Alright, let's hear it." I see what she's about to do here, but I can't say no to a lady asking me to do something. "One, if you want to call me "Oneesan", or any other nickname, I'm fine with it."
"W-wait, what?! What do you mean by that?" I feel my face burning up, what kind of request is that—"Let's just say it's my way of thanking you, for saving my life." She finished with a wink …Oh, my. "I… see. B-but it's too soon! I thought you can't just call people with some names in this country? I-I… I…" Oh God her eyes… They're practically sparkling and begging me to do so… Damn this lovely lady! "F-fine, then! If that's what you want… What's the other thing?"
With a beautiful smile, she let go of my arm… and threw me a towel- Whoa! "Take a bath, Young One; you stink."
"…Very funny, lady. And what about you, even though you barely broke a sweat, don't you need a shower too? "…Wait, was that a blush I see? What's with the smirk- "Oh? Are you saying you want to shower together? How bold of you, Young One…"
Huh. A tempting offer, don't you think so?
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"W-whatever! Stay here and don't go anywhere! I won't take an hour!" Goddamn, this girl's one helluva tease! What kind of romance anime subplot I got myself into now?! Screw this, Imma take a shower…
"Boys are so easy to tease, don't you know?" I bet that's what she's telling the girls now… Whatever!
Midori City Mall, 19.00 PM
About a few hours later, the five of us went to the mall to get something to eat. Mishima sensei lends his car to Asuka, so the girls rode on that, while I rid on my trusty Trychaser. Just as we entered a McDonald's in the mall, two children came running towards us; it was Saki's little sister Minori and a boy… he looks familiar, "Oneechan!" cried the girl as she hugged Saki… Mai noticed my melancholic look, since I told her about my family, I think she gets how I feel about this. I responded with a nod, a smile, and the inevitable thumbs up. "Hey there, Minori-chan. What are you doing here? Who's this with you?" I kneeled next to these young ones. "Oniichan, this is Ryouta-kun. Ryouta-kun, this is Rasyid-niichan, Say hi!" The boy bowed to me as he said hello, and I responded by bowing my head, "Nice to meet you, Ryouta-kun!"
"Ryouta! There you are!"
I heard a girl's voice from a distance, calling for the boy. It seems that she's his sister and… No way.
"Ah, Nagisa-chan! Honoka-chan, and Hikari-chan too!" cried Saki as she noticed the trio…
No freaking way.
Who are they, Linto?
These three… They're the first Pretty Cure teams. At first there are just Misumi Nagisa and Yukishiro Honoka; Cures Black and White, respectively. Comes the second season, Max Heart, Kujou Hikari appeared as a new teammate and friend, Shiny Luminous… Oh my God, I can't believe I'm meeting one of the other team this soon; and it's the originals!
I assume each of these Pretty Cures are strong in their on way; what of these three?
In the last All-Stars movie I saw, New Stage, there's this scene where the current team, Smile, teamed up with their predecessors, Suite Precure. There are five and four members respectively. The nine of them, plus one new character exclusive character for that film tried to stop a giant tanker ship in its track. They failed. But this three… They actually stopped it.
Hmm…How intriguing.
Suddenly, someone snapped their fingers in front of me, "Seriously, Young One, do you space out all the time?" Asuka asked me, "Once every three hours." I replied. Luckily, Saki was just about to introduce me to the three… Even though I knew who they are, a formal introduction is a must.
"Rasyid, I want you to meet our friends; this is Misumi Nagisa, she's the best lacrosse player I know! This here is Yukishiro Honoka, other than Mai, she's one of the smartest person I know! And this here is Kujou Hikari! She works at a takoyaki stand, and they're delicious! Hey, maybe we should go to your place someday! Girls, meet our new friend, Rasyid!"
"Uh, greetings! My name is Rasyid Surataruna, I currently work at Saki's family's bakery as the delivery boy, but you may call me Rasyid, yoroshiku!" without thinking, I did Hibiki's salute. By Hibiki, I meant the Kamen Rider… or Oni, not the one from Suite Pretty Cure. The trio bowed to me, and then Honoka said, "It's nice to meet you too, Rasyid-san. Are you new in town? Last time we came here, we never met you before." "Yes, I came from Indonesia to go on a vacation in this country… But I lost my belongings, but fortunately Mai here came to my rescue! I owe her for that!" "E-Eh? N-not really! I was just passing through when I saw you—" "Which is very fortunate for me! How many times have I thanked you for that, Mai-chan?" I asked her sweetly, it might be the evening sun, but I thought I saw her blushing. "Ha! Never mind, we're just about to find something to eat, have you three eaten yet?" I asked the Max Heart trio, this time Nagisa replied, "Well, we heard of this café that serves a chocolate cake, and people said the taste is sooo good! So since we have free time, we decided to go to Saki's town and find out for myself! I-I mean ourselves!" Oh, Nagisa, still the sweet tooth, aren't you? "Alright then ladies, as much as I want some fried chicken, I cannot resist chocolate cakes… Shall we go find it?"
A few minutes later, we found said café. She's right, the cake is GLORIOUS. Not to mention the chocolate milk, it's a perfect blend! You know, I wonder… If these three are here, doesn't that mean their fairy friends are here with them? I wonder if they're in those pouches of theirs…
Meanwhile, outside of the café, away from view… A small group of fairies conversed.
"Flappy! It's good to see you again-mepo!" said Mepple, Nagisa's fairy companion as he high fived Flappy. Next to them, Choppy hugged Mipple, while the sibling fairies, Pollun and Lulun, hugged Moop and Foop respectively. "Likewise-lapi! It's been a while, hasn't it?"
Usually, the fairy companions of the Pretty Cures have a get together in their own world, but meeting in the human world with their human companion are always a pleasant experience. Ever since the Pretty Cures met each other in Yokohama and the Rainbow Jewel incident, they kept contact with each other.
Most of the time, they talk about whatever activities they've done by themselves or with their human companions, but this time, one particular individual intrigues them.
"So who's that young man? For some reason I sense a great power within him-mipo." Choppy replied Mipple's question, "Oh, that man's name is Rasyid. He's a foreigner, but believe it or not, he's from another universe!" Mepple's group were quite surprised at the information they've just received, they know beings from other worlds, but from another universe entirely? That's something new, even for them.
"He's also a hero-mupu!" "A very cool warrior-fupu!" Cried Moop and Foop, which they continued together, "He's a Kamen Rider!" If he had some, Mepple would raise an eyebrow in curiosity, "Kamen Rider? Isn't that the name of a character from this country's television show? What did they mean by that-mepo?"Flappy did not know how to answer that one, "Uh, well… It's sort of complicated-lapi…"
Unfortunately, their conversation was cut short, for another scream of terror made them refocus their attention…
"Help! My son is kidnapped!"
"You gotta help me, my daughter has been taken away!"
"Mamaaaa! Where are you?"
"Daddy! Where have you gone…"
What the hell… There are people crying that their children or parents were gone. "What's going on out there?" I told the girls as I walked out of the café. Suddenly, a few meters in front of us, was something big… It's another spider monster! Wait, this one looks different…"Impossible! That spider monster is—" Before I could say a word, Asuka pulled me back and fired a few rounds of her revolver. It seems that the bullets wounded the beast, "What do you know, this one isn't bulletproof!" Asuka said with triumph. However, even though its skin… or is it carapace, wasn't bulletproof, it's still standing. "Oh, crap, Asuka! It's not alone!"
Four more spider monsters appeared somewhere close to us. By now, the café goers were hiding inside, while the people around had ran away. "Wha-what's going on? What are these things?!" Nagisa yelled as she held her little brother closely. Likewise, Saki held her little sister too. They formed a circle with the little ones behind them. "C-could these be the Unidentified Lifeforms that's being reported in the news?" asked Honoka rhetorically. What do you know; the authorities actually use that moniker.
"Asuka, it seems they're targeting us… Or me." I told Asuka in English, "Not to mention, I don't think they're Grongi. They looked like the spider monsters from Kamen Rider Black!" "What? Are you serious, Young One? But, now that you mention it, they really do look like those monsters I saw on TV when I was a little girl… What the hell is going on here?!"
I'm not kidding; they don't have any belts or insignia like the Grongi, but these things look physically identical to the Spider Kaijins Minami Kotaro fought in episode 1 of Kamen Rider Black… Except the one who appeared first before us; its carapace was gray, and the thing is a lot more bulkier. What the hell's going on? Why did Daguva created these things? I don't remember buying Kamen Rider Black related toys other than the S.I.C. figures of Black, RX, and Shadow Moon! Did he made them himself?
With all these questions popping up in my mind, sadly I have little time to think of an answer, when suddenly I heard the girls screaming as they fell… Shit, it's Gooma, and he got Minori and Ryouta! "Gooma!" I yelled at the bat Grongi in his native tongue, "What do you want with the children?! Are you responsible with the recent kidnappings? Answer me!"
The flying guano merely laughed! "If you wish to find out, then you better keep up with me, Linto!"
"Oneechan!" cried the two as Gooma carried them away, "MINORI!" "RYOUTA!" cried Saki and Nagisa as their beloved younger siblings were taken away. Then, the spiders leaped away. Before I knew it, Asuka shoot one of them with her backup revolver. It was wounded, but it disappeared into the night sky along with the others… "That bullet I fired contains a tracking device. It's a new equipment I got from HQ. Rasyid, you stay here."
Wait, what?
"Asuka! You can't be serious; you know I have to fight them!" "But who will take care of the girls?" Ah shit… I forgot she doesn't know that they're the Pretty Cures. "No buts, Rasyid! Take this," she gave me an earpiece of sorts. "Use that to keep in contact with me, in the meantime I'll call for police backup!" Asuka dashed away to the parking lot as I put on the earpiece, leaving me with the girls.
Those creatures… They are not Grongi.
Yes, I already said that. Wasn't quite sure, though, but now that you said it… Before I forget, what happened last night? You were fighting Daguva off or something?
He was attempting to influence you towards violence… I understand that such thoughts have lingered in your mind before you came into this world, but if he did so now… I fear you would have done something terrible.
Seriously?! Daguva is basically trolling me? Damn it all! What's the point of all this incidents then… When I finally turned around to see how the people are doing… I've found my answer.
"They are in despair... Is this the reason why he's doing all this?" I asked to myself. All around, I see children crying out for their parents, while some adults whom have probably lost their own children comforted them… Saki and Nagisa were in the verge of tears… Unlike how the Phantoms did it in Kamen Rider Wizard, Daguva did this just because he can. This…this is madness!
"This is unforgivable!" I cried out, "Saki, Mai, Michiru, Kaoru… I'm sorry, but I must find the Grongi." The Max Heart trio was quite confused at my outburst, but right now, I have more important matters to do. "I'll ride out to where Asuka-neesan is, in the meantime… You all know what to do." With that, I left the girls and ran to my Trychaser. Hope I could find Asuka and the kids before something… No, don't jinx it. I WILL find them!
I heard sirens wailing in the dark, they consist of police cars and some ambulances. Hope they won't have to fight the Grongi.
Meanwhile, back with the girls…
"Mai, what is he talking about?" Honoka asked. She had a feeling that the young man was more than he seems to be. But from the way he talked, it is as if he knew who Saki and Mai truly are… And perhaps of herself, Nagisa, and Hikari. "It's a… long story. I'm not sure if I can explain it, especially at this moment…"
Then, the fairy companions flew back to their respective owners. "Everyone! We must follow that young man-mepo!" Mepple said as she landed next to Nagisa, and transformed into his cellphone-like form. Mipple and the rest of the fairies (sans Moop and Foop) did the same with their respective partners.
"Saki, Mai, I suggest you go help Rasyid. Kaoru and I will stay here, just in case there are more of those things. We may have known him for a little while, but I get the feeling that he's more than he seems…" Michiru then left with her sister to tend some of the children.
"Nagisa, we'll get your brother back. For now, let's all transform and follow Rasyid! We'll explain later, but he's an ally!" said Mai. Nagisa composed herself, and nodded. "Alright, I believe you; your friend is our friend too. Let's go!"
The five girls then went to find a hiding place, so each of them can transform into their alter egos… The Pretty Cures!
Nagisa and Honoka used their transformation devices, the Card Communes, then they grabbed each other's hands, and positioned their free hands towards the heavens. Together, they shouted their transformation phrase:
"Dual Aurora Wave!"
Followed by Hikari shouting hers, whilst using her own transformation device, the Touch Commune:
"Luminous, Shining Stream!"
Finally, Saki and Mai transformed using their devices, the Crystal Communes, also while holding hands:
"Dual Spiritual Power!"
Basically, this is the part where I tell you all how they all transform with brightly colored rainbows and sparkle in details. But I refuse; there's Youtube, Google, and the Pretty Cure wiki for that. Now, I'll stop with the meta crap and go back to doing my job as the third person narrator person.
Standing in place of the girls, are their heroic alter egos; Cures Black and White, Shiny Luminous, and Cures Bright and Windy, the upgraded version of Cures Bloom and Egret. After checking the area for no witnesses, the girls looked skyward and jumped. Thanks to their magic, the girls floated for a few moments to see the surrounding area. "Over there! Something's burning!" said Shiny Luminous, pointing at a church that is burning. The girls kicked the air and headed straight for the building.
Little did they know, the girls would witness a heartfelt declaration of a certain young man…
Abandoned Church, Somewhere in the Forest.
Gunshots, I must be close!
My search has led me to an old church in this forest. It was near the road, so it's not one of those ancient abandoned building you see in horror films. I saw the car Asuka borrowed from Mishima sensei, so she must be—Whoa! Was that a grenade?! How the hell… Bah, stop thinking about it, I gotta help her!
I dismounted the Trychaser, and kicked the door open. Never like having conflicts in any religious places, but this is an emergency! "Asuka-neesan!" I cried, as she shot one of the spiders back. The interior is riddled with webs, and there are dozens of cocoons, filled with kidnapped humans no doubt. I threw one spider kaijin away from her as I cover her back, "Rasyid! What the hell are you doing here?! I thought I told you—" "Will you please drop it? There's no way in hell I'm going to let you handle this alone! You may have the firepower, but I doubt you have enough bullets for each of them!"
I threw a punch at an oncoming spider kaijin. Surprisingly, it staggered. Are these things really not Grongi, but something similar to Golgom monsters? Whatever, for these guys; fight now, ask questions never!
Ha! So this is how fighting like Kotaro felt like! Even though I don't have his kind of enhancements, but these guys feels pretty easy to fight against! With Asuka blasting away next to me, they're somewhat of a pushover. Maybe if I—
Watch out!
My cockiness had blinded me. Thanks to that, I did not notice the big spider kaijin, presumably the boss of these four, suddenly wrung me up above, and slammed me against the ceiling. I heard Asuka calling my name, then immediately dove into the rows of chairs to take cover. Without hesitation, I poked this big spider—I'll call him Venom—in its eyes and made him fell down, with me with him. Venom dropped pretty hard, and even though I used him as a cushion, this guy is externally hard. I rolled away from him and stood up. "Damn, you're a tough one, aren't you?" I doubt it understands me, but these guys were basically grunts.
A loud screech filled my ears; it was Gooma. It came from the altar—
"No…" the guano held both Minori and Ryouta with his hands, "Do something foolish, I dare you, Linto!" The two were afraid, obviously, and cried my name, "Oniichan! Help us!" Shit, what do I do know?
From behind me, I saw one of the spider-beasts knocked Asuka away, one of the lit candles dropped near the curtain—Oh shit! "Oh, hell no!" this place is gonna burn like in that episode; but now there are people on top! Goddamn sunnova… "Gooma! Release these people unharmed! It is me that you want, right?! Leave them out of this!" I told him in Grongi tongue. That thing had a permagrin, so I can't tell if he's smirking or not, but I can sense his arrogance. "I see… Maybe I will let these Linto go… If that female stays."
…Whatever he had in mind regarding Asuka, and in mind regarding what kind of death I would give to him, vanished as balls of pure energy flew towards the spider monsters and Gooma, knocking the children down. I made a mad dash to the two, and carried them away; I already knew who threw those energy balls.
"Evil creatures! You will harm the innocents no more!"
Right on cue, the Pretty Cures arrived just in time! And the Splash Star team is using their upgraded forms, huh? Asuka was fortunately still conscious, and walked towards me, "Wow… So these are the Pretty Cures, huh?" said the agent. "Impressive, don't you think? Here, get the children out of here!" I told Asuka, then, I turned my attention towards the Cures, and switched to Japanese, "Ladies, those cocoons might have the kidnapped people inside them. Please rescue them." Since we've only met today, it's obvious that the Max Heart team were quite surprised at my sudden order. "H-hey! What's with you, giving us orders like that!" Cried Cure Black in protest, which I retorted, "If you have the time to argue with me, then you have the time to rescue the people inside the cocoons, and if you didn't notice," I pointed at the burning curtains, "The building is on fire!"
I heard something moved behind me; I immediately did a blind kick at whatever's behind me, which connected, a screech from the spider monsters was heard, so at least I got one, "I'll handle these freaks!"
One by one, the spider kaijins takes turns on fighting me, for some reason. Luckily, the cocoons were hanged near the front door, so picking them off were quite easy for the girls. By the time I punched Venom, Cure Bright-Saki, told me, "Rasyid! We got the hostages away! Get out of there!"
Before I did so, Gooma suddenly lunged at me with his feet and kicked me several meters away, the force of his kicks knocked the air out of me, and threw me away from the church, the car was a few meters behind me, alongside the cocooned hostage, Asuka, and the kids, who are hiding on the other side of the vehicle. "Argh, dammit!" I was having a coughing fit, luckily no blood came out. Still hurts, though.
"Hrrr…. You are quite resilient… For a Linto." said the guano in Japan-
…Wait, what?! "You… you can speak Japanese?" "I can… Using this Linto speech irks me, but the master ordered me to tell you of our plans…I know not why he wants me to, but I obey."
As the church kept on burning, the spider grunts leaped towards Gooma's position, making a diamond formation, with him in the center, and Venom behind him. Then, the Cures did the same, but with us forming a C-shape formation, with me in the center. I see Cure White wanting to say something, which I insist, "R-Rasyid-san… May I ask what is truly going on here?" I see the two have told the trio, but since I really didn't saw them transform… better keep up the charade, "Ho? You seem to know who I am… I'll ask later, for the one with the answers, is that guano right there." I pointed at the Bat Grongi, "Now, I believe you were saying about a message from your master, Daguva?"
"Overconfident Linto! You may think you may defeat I, Zu-Gooma-Gu, tonight, but I shall live on! For we have amassed a new tribe of Grongi! Soon, this land shall only know chaos! And once we rise as the victor, we are free to do whatever we wish to he surviving Linto; food, toys, and… playthings." He finished with a sinister chuckle. "I-I don't like the way he says about playthings…" said Luminous, quite worried about what's happening now.
"Oh, and Master Daguva also told me that he shall take YOUR virgins away from you, and when I defeat you, he shall hang you alive and make you watch him VIOLATE them all! Maybe… I could join in the game, too!" "V-v-virgins?! W-what on earth is that monster talking about?! Rasyid, what does he mean by…Rasyid?"
As Cure Bright looked at me worriedly… something snapped inside me.
I should be angry, but I am not. Then, flashbacks regarding the people back at the mall; the chaos, the despair, the lost of innocence… the missing smiles. It awoke something within me. Something… righteous.
"You… scumbag." I told him in English, followed by my entirety lunging towards the spider guarding his front and kicking it in the face. I kept on punching and kicking these bastards, even though they got me a few times, despite my wounds, I kept on fighting. The Cures were shocked at my sudden action, then I heard Asuka yelling, "Rasyid! What the hell are you thinking?! You're planning to get yourself killed?!"
"NO!I have had enough of this atrocity!" I told her as I pound this freaks, "These scumbags are planning to create chaos across this land! They also want to put everyone in a state of despair and misery… and by taking away what they hold most dear; these monsters are taking away their smiles!"
"I do not want that to happen! I will protect everyone in this world! I will fight these monsters, so I could bring back the smiles on everybody's faces! A bright future for both new and old generations to look upon! For that, I will fight!"
An echoing vibration came from my waist area… It is time, isn't it, Riku?
Correct… You have done well, achieving it. Fight gloriously, Rasyid.
"Ladies! I—" I was thrown back, thankfully Cures Black and Bright held me in time, "I want you all to witness this! I want you all to witness—", the girls let me go, and I finished my sentence, "—my Henshin!"
I positioned my hands above my waist, summoning the Arcle. I may not be able to see it, but I know the jewel in the center is now red. Then, I positioned my left fist above the boxy unit of the belt, and my right on the left side of my sight; both ring and pinky finger folded, while the thumb, pointer and middle finger are raised. I slowly arched the hand to my right side, and immediately pushed the left fist.
"Come on!" I cried as I ran forward and punched Gooma, this time however, he staggered back, the spider grunts were thrown few centimeters away as my kicks connected to their bodies. Every single hit I did to them, seemed to cause some sort of burning effect. But right now, I have a bat to bash! As I grabbed his arm, I could feel the armor materializing, and before I knew it, my sights were all tinted red.
"OOOOORRRAAAAAAAHHHH!"
With a mighty roar, I swung him into the church exterior; he was in pain and was surprised as he realized what he has witnessed. "So… it is true; you truly ARE Kuuga!"
"That's right! I am the Mighty Warrior! The one who shall vanquish evil with the fiery blazes of justice! I am Kamen Rider Kuuga!" I cried as I did the iconic Kuuga pose; right arm thrust to my right, and the left arm under it. Just like how Hongo Takeshi did it. "Prepare for your demise, for your end is nigh!"
"Oh… Oh my God…" Asuka said in disbelief. "You… You did it, Rasyid."
"Rasyid-niichan is a Kamen Rider! Oniichan is a Kamen Rider! So cool!" I heard Minori and Ryouta shouting. At least they're not afraid anymore, now with a legendary hero stands before them.
I cracked my neck sideways, making audible pops. "Pretty Cures, may I have the honor of fighting alongside you?" I asked them, for some reason my voice was more… adult-like; a commanding voice, it seems. I had my back on them, so I didn't know what they are going to do. Fortunately, I don't have to wonder long.
"Ra-, no, Kamen Rider Kuuga; it would be our honor to fight alongside you." Said Cure Windy as she stood on my right. Followed by Cure Bright on my left, "Yeah! Your speech has lifted my spirit into its top form! I'll gladly fight together with you!" Then, Cures Black and White, and Shiny Luminous formed up with us; Black and Luminous on Bright's side, and White with Windy. "Honestly, I wouldn't expect a visit to this town would lead to this, but in any case, we'll fight with you!" cried Cure Black.
"Ha! Well said, ladies… But before we face our enemies, how about introducing yourselves? It is the polite thing to do, after all…" Illogical, I know, but in this kind of fight, there are rules… And for once I want to follow them.
"GLADLY!" all the girls cried out, then each of the girls cried out their individual intros:
"The Emissary of Light; Cure Black!"
"The Emissary of Light; Cure White!"
"The Full Moon in The Sky; Cure Bright!"
"The Scented Wind across The Earth; Cure Windy!"
"The Shining Life; Shiny Luminous! The Heart and Will of The Light… For the sake of uniting all as one!"
"WE ARE PRETTY CURE! Evil creatures of darkness; return to the realm where you once came!"
Hmm… sounded different than the one I saw on their episodes, but maybe they're getting the hang of teaming up with other teams; trying to think up of new intros, maybe? Anyways…
"Grrrr…. Get rid of these vermins!" Ha! I could say the same to you, guano head! "Alright, ladies… Heaven or Hell; LET'S ROCK!" "ALRIGHT!"
(Play Kamen Rider Kuuga Insert Song: Red Desire – Tanaka Masayuki)
Now this is a rumble!
As I punched Gooma, I could feel my strength increasing as my fist connect, I kept rushing him with combos on his face and body, when he countered, I counter back. The Cures seemed to be able to handle the spider quite well; I trust them to kick plenty of asses against them.
Gooma decided to take the skies, and attempted to swoop down on me, I kneeled, and after taking a deep breath, I jumped. I grabbed his back, and did an Izuna Drop, just like how Ryu Hayabusa did it, complete with the twirling. Hot damn, I have no idea how I just did that, but that was SOOOO badass!
As I raised myself up, I checked my surroundings.
It seems Asuka had opened the cocoons, some of the hostages had fled the area, and some stayed to watch. The captured children, Minori and Ryouta included, were watching in awe and were cheering. Something akin with, "Go Rider, go Rider GO!" When I looked back at the battle, The Cures are basically kicking their asses! I knew that they are strong enough!
You weren't a few days ago.
Oh? So in this form the belt shines whenever you speak to me? Cool. And anyway, I did that because I was worried! I know they can handle themselves, but I just can't help but be worried, you know… Whoa, nelly!
I caught Cure Black midair as Venom threw her away. "Oh no, you didn't!" I told the arachnid asshole, as I prepare to do a punch. I felt a sudden heat coming from the gold bracelet; I think it's just like how Godai was about to do the Rider Kick, the jewel's magical properties activated, maybe the same goes to my punches?
"MIGHTY RIDER PUNCH!"
When my right fist collided with his chest, he was suddenly flew a few meters away thanks to a sudden explosion of flames from my punch. "I-incredible…" This never happens in the TV version; I think only in video games this thing happen… Could it be this world's magic increasing my powers? I should check with Nagisa first, "Nagisa, are you alright—" Whoopsies.
"Y-yeah, I'm fi—Wait, did you just call me—" "I still remember what you look like, and whenever I see a pretty girl, I will NEVER forget what she looks like! I know you have plenty of questions, but we'll talk later; we have to finish them now!" "I can't believe this! Alright, but you BETTER talk to us about this, Ra—er, Kuuga!" "Sure, as you wish, whatever, come on!"
Heh, she said her "Arienai~" catchphrase, and she did it in that cute tsundere-ish way! Soo adora—Dammit, dire situation here, brain; NOT NOW.
Suddenly, Venom roared out, the rest of his cronies stopped their battles and joined up with him… Oh crap, they're literally joining up with him!
"Farewell, Kuuga! It's a pity I will not get these virgins today, but we will get them one day!" Shit, the guano flew away! Agh, if I wasn't so occupied with these arachnid assholes, I could've prevent him from troubling us in the future…
However, whose to say that he might have done something else entirely? This Zu-Gooma-Gu may reach a different fate than the one you saw in the original episodes.
Perhaps you're right… So, any advices on taking out this oversized spider?
By now, Venom had combined with his kinsmen to form a large car sized spider, somewhat similar to the spider monsters from Kamen Rider Hibiki. But I don't think beating him with taiko sticks works on him!
"Look out!" cried the Splash Star team, as they jumped in front of me and conjured up a magic shield, as Venom—no, maybe I should call him Big Ass Shitty Spider; BASS for short.—smashed its limbs unto me. The shield deflected the attack, and Shiny Luminous took center stage and unleashed her attack. "Will of Light! Give me the power of Courage and Hope!" I saw her carrying a baton of sorts; never bothered to remember the Precure's gadgets and weapons, to be honest. But this must be a powerful attack of sorts. She put it before her, and shot a great beam of light.
"Luminous! Heartiel Action!"
The beam struck BASS perfectly! "Everyone! The creature is stunned, now is the time to finish it off!" cried Shiny Luminous. As you wish…
"Ladies, let's do this together!" The four Pretty Cures nodded, put some distance between us and BASS, and prepared their respective finishers; and so was I, who stands between both teams.
Again, Cures Black and White held hands, and did the pose for their transformation pose, but this time, they're saying something different, "Black Thunder!" cried Black, "White Thunder!" cried White. Both of their free hands have electricity crackling around them. They speak out their incantations: Beginning with Cure White, "The beautiful souls of the Pretty Cures…" and Cure Black finished it, "Shall put down your evil soul!"
At the same time, team Splash Star did their thing, and I think I heard Moop and Foop saying something about the power of the moon and skies. They grabbed something and put them into a star accessory in their persons. Once again, they held hands. (Bah, no wonder the Yuri fans of this franchise is massive; Toei kept making them doing this! Not that there's anything wrong with that, but maybe it's my loneliness being jealous of the lesbian subtext thing that kept happening. Terrific.)
Cure Windy began the incantation, "O Spirits of Light! The Glitter of Life!" and Cure Bright finished it, "Lead these two hearts on the path of hope!"
Alright, both are at their peak of their attack, I better do so too… I crossed my arms forwards, both hands with half of my pinky and ring fingers folded. I planted my left foot firmly, and swung the three other limbs back. As I focus myself, I could feel a growing heat from my right foot. The ground the sole stepped on was burning, I could feel it. This is it! "Todome, da!"
As I ran towards BASS, the girls initiated their finishers:
"PRETTY CURE!" both team cried, then teach team began to finish their sayings; team Max Heart saying, "MARBLE SCREW!" they aimed their free hands against the enemy, and blasted their magic, "MAX!" Finally, team Splash Star cried out, "Spiral Star…SPLASH!"
A few seconds before they did so, I managed to did some damage to BASS, as I am closing in on it, I jumped forward, and since I knew this version is more powerful, I did a front flip, and cried out my finisher:
"MIGHTY RIDER KICK!"
I introduced the sole of my right foot against BASS's face, and I leaped away just as the Cures blasted their beams. I landed with a crouch, my aforementioned sole steaming with heat… Hold up, "Girls! Shoot him skywards! The explosion might endanger the children!"
They answered by making their beams go up, with BASS in it. As it flew away for a few meters, the combined magical energy of the Cures and Kuuga may have cause a reaction to it; the beast was enveloped within a magical multicolor sphere, and a few seconds later, it exploded in a great fiery burst.
(Song Ends Here)
Ho-holy shit we did it. We fucking did it! Victory fist up in the air, OORAH!
Well done, Rasyid; your first true victory.
No, not mine; tonight is OUR victory. Not just me and the Cures, you count as well.
…I see.
The children then have an uproar of joy, "They did it!" they cried out, "They beat the monsters!"
I turned around, and saw the happy smiles of the children and some of the adults who stayed… Wow, so is this… what being cheered feels like? I never knew… Hey now! Judging from my reflections from the car, it seems this Mighty Form is based on the new S.I.C. figure of Kuuga! Wish it was the fiercer old model… But then again, the kids seems to like this form better, why the hell not?
I walked a few steps to them, the citizens were curious of what I'm about to do next… As if it's not obvious. With my right hand, I did a thumbs up pose. Followed by a nod. The kids cheered, and copied my thumbs up pose; and some of the adults did it too! When I set my gaze on Asuka, she had a satisfied look. She also did the thumbs up, followed with a smile, and a wink… Whoa, mama!
I felt a tug on my belt, it was Minori and Ryouta! I kneeled at them, and unexpectedly, they hugged me, "Oniichan, thank you! You saved us all! You're my hero!" said Minori. Followed by Ryouta saying, "I still can't believe Kamen Riders are real! When I grow up, I want to be as strong as you, Oniichan!"
"Hahaha… Well, if you two do you best, you could accomplish anything." I told the two, then I whispered at them, "Uh, could you please keep my identity a secret? I know you two saw me transformed, but please don't tell anyone, alright?" I held my pinky with theirs; pinky promises always works with kids. Fortunately, it still works. "Okay! We promise we won't tell!"
I petted their heads affectionately, cute little tykes, aren't they?
"Oh? It seems the police have arrived. Took them long enough."
Asuka was right, the sirens were getting closer. I stood up and immediately bolted to my Trychaser, "Kuuga? Where are you going?" asked Luminous… Aww man, she always has that puppy dog eyes… "Sorry, but I don't think being questioned by them is a right thing for now." I turned my attention to the kids, and the adults "Everyone! I hope you all stay safe for now! You adults, I suggest learning martial arts to defend yourself and your loved ones! Kids, listen to your parents and don't skip school! Education is important for you to learn about this world, alright?" The adults nodded, and the kids simultaneously said "OKAY!"
I finally turned my attention to the Pretty Cures, "Ladies, I hope we meet again one day. Fighting together with you was quite fun! I hope to meet your other friends as well!" I ended with a thumbs up, the five did so too. And with that, I rode off into the mountains; I trekked that area a few days ago, and I think I remember seeing a mountain path that lead somewhere close to the mall.
Today, was a good day.
Another Place, Another Time… Another World?
"Master, I have done what you asked of me…"
"Well done, Gooma… You may rest for now."
"Thank you, Master Daguva…."
"…Is there something you wish to say, Old One?"
"All these efforts, just to simply send a message to Kuuga? Whatever type of Gegeru this is, I do not like the way you set this up, Boy."
"You should have patience; weren't any of the Linto we captured proof… useful?"
"Aye, even though we have acquired one thousand of them, only a few hundreds were actually capable of surviving the procedure. And the trials you've provided were amusing, but only a few made it out."
"Still, we have acquired a few N ranked members, have we not? Now that each of our clans has their leaders, we can now commence… Phase two of my plans."
"Hmmph, whatever plans you have, it better be good, Boy. I never do enjoy disguising myself as a Linto, but the new form you suggested… It seemed powerful. This better be worth it."
"Of course it will, Gamio, of course it will…"
As Daguva turned around on his chair, Gamio walked away, to meet the new N ranked Grongi, which consist of 4 leaders. "You runts follow me; your trainings are far from over… Especially yours, Thouzerkhan." Gamio pointed at a purple eagle-like Grongi, who was actually based on a phoenix. The Grongi merely shrugged at the Wolf, and followed him, "Whatever you say, N-Thouzerkhan-Zegu shall follow…" said Thouzerkhan in a sarcastic tone. The other three soon followed; a brown humanoid Komodo Dragon Grongi, its eye glowing yellow. The toxic saliva it drools out drips out as it walks away. The lizard was followed by a humanoid plant creature, which has a female physical body. Finally, behind the plant woman was a shark-like creature. It has a massive body type, but despite its size, it is quite fast, both in and out of water.
As he heard the portal closing in, Daguva merely smirked, "Just a few more events… And we shall have our battle… Kuuga."
Here it is; 12.000+ words of it!
I pulled an allnighter as I typed this chapter, first part a few days ago, and I completed it today!
As you all know, Walls of Text are my forte, and I gave my all making this. Now I must rest!
So, SI-Me finally discovered his drive to survive, he teamed up with the Pretty Cures—soon all of them in DX3, and in the next few chapters, maybe I'll write on how he get the other three forms.
Expect many homages/shout out to random things I like, and some actions/people based on cool things I like. Also 13.000+ Words now! Wowzers!