Power Rangers Digital

By: moonrose221

Chapter 4: Fears and Fights Part 2: Red's Blazing Fury

The Digital Rangers are hanging out at Hayley's listening to Kira's song 'Freak You Out'. While the other four were listening to the song, Rika was wondering which of her four teammates were going to be tested. When she heard, "It's scary. Not being able to direct the rangers. I'm not strong enough. I'm worried it won't help." ''Takato. He's next.' Said Goggle wearing teen just picked up his backpack and left the café. As he walked down the road he said to himself, "Why? Why was I chosen for the Red Ranger powers? Why not Davis or Tai? Why me? I'm scared." Not looking where he was going Takato ran right into a man around 30 years old. "Oh I'm sorry I wasn't watching where I was going." "No no. It's all my fault. I'm Cole Evans. I run the Blazing Lion veterinary clinic. I also noticed your wearing my old color." "Your old.. WHAT?!" "I was a red myself. What's your team?' "Digital Power Rangers. Hey Cole.. Did you ever worry that you wouldn't be a strong leader?" "Sure kid. Almost everyday until I got the hang of it. It just takes a little time. Courage is important. However faith and confidence is key." "Thanks. Oh my name is Takato Matsuki by the way." "Have a good day Takato. See you again." "Bye." "I have to go to the Animarium and talk to Princess Shayla." While Takato was walking to the train station Cole arrived on the Animarium. "Cole I wasn't expecting you. What is the matter with my Lion?" "Princess, A new red ranger is having problems and he may need my help. Should I take up the Red Wild Force powers once again and help?" "Of course Cole. Follow me to where the powers are kept." As soon as Cole reclaimed his Morpher and Jacket he went to find Takato. "Animus Zordon please watch over the new rangers." In a far off plane Animus and Zordon were conversing about Takato's test. "I do believe that Psycho Red would work." "True but Megidramon would push the red ranger to his limits." "If I may speak Zordon." "Yes Trini. What do you have to say?" "Perhaps you should send both. Megidramon to test his confidence and Psycho Red for his courage in his skills." "I agree with you young ranger. Animus, do you agree?" "Yes." As Takato walked home He was transported to a place he had only heard of from Kari. The Dark Ocean. He noticed Cole was there as well. "Humans face us." "Psycho red." "Who? Uh oh. Megidramon!" "Whoa he is ugly. Takato lets morph. Wild Access!" "It's Morphin' time! Digital Force! Go, Go, Digital!"

MORPHING SEQUENCE

When Takato slashed the red card through his Digimorpher he was enveloped in fire red data. He did a back flip when an armor-like suit materialized on him. The red card dissolved into data becoming his helmet.

Cole's Growl Phone turned into a lion and his suit materialized. A lion head covered his face as his helmet materialized.

END MORPHING SEQUENCE

"Blazing Lion!" called Cole.

"With the Fire of Guilmon Red Digital Ranger." Said Takato.

The two red rangers went at it. For what seemed like forever. When Psycho Red hit Takato with a beam of crimson light placing him in a dream like state.

DREAM SEQUENCE

Takato was walking around what looked like a mountain range when he saw his team mates injured or dead. 'You do realize you're a lousy leader. It's your fault that your team is dead or dying.' "NO! It's not possible." 'Face it kid, you are a walking hazard and can only destroy.' "Takato wake up. This isn't real. The Dark Ocean and Psycho Red are playing tricks on you. Fight your fears. Your team will only fall if you aren't there to lead them. Trust me Cub I learned that the hard way. Danny got hurt because I wasn't there to help him once. It's a mistake I'll live with forever but I have to keep fighting. Just like you." 'Takato? Come on little dragon wake up.' "Who are you?" 'A friend. We will meet soon enough.' 'Yeah kid. Don't give up yet.' "And you are?" 'An ally of sorts. I'm positive we'll work together eventually.'

END DREAM SEQUENCE

Takato woke up and immediately started fighting with confidence and courage. More than any red ranger had ever fought with before. "Congratulations Takato. You passed the test of your fears." Megidramon said as his data started to dissolve. "What do you mean I passed?" Takato asked. "He means this was all a test to be sure if you were ready for the role you were given. Rika passed her test and so did you. Four tests still remain. You can sense them from now on. Farewell kid. Good luck." Psycho Red explained as he was disappearing. "As a parting gift. Give this to Jun. tell her that 'The dragons roar will be on the earth once more.' She will know what it's for." Psycho Red handed Takato a green crystal. "The crystal can't be tainted with evil. And its power is at full strength." After the battle Takato was very tired. But, first he went to Davis' house. When he knocked on the door Henry opened it. "Hi Takato what's up?" "Is Jun around?" "Yes she is were she normally is at this time of day. In the command center. She's trying to re-energize the original green ranger's morpher." "I have something that could help." A short time later when Takato told Jun what happened she accepted the crystal and set to work documenting what happened to the rangers. Takato decided to go to a dance club for a few hours. He ran into two more red rangers. "Hi I'm Shane. This is Nick. I take it that you're Takato. The newbie." "Huh?" "Cole told us about the new member of our colors groups." "You two are reds?" "I'm Red Ninja Storm ranger. I have the air element. Nick is Red Mystic Force." "My element is Fire." "It's an honor to meet you both." "We heard about your battle today. I bet it was tough. Each red has the same sort of doubts of their leadership. You just have to give it time to fall into place." "Thanks Nick, Shane." Her Takato, Nick I'll get us some drinks and some food. Anything you two like?' "Um I like Sausage pizza and a coke." "Okay Nick. Takato what about you?" "Um.. Some Ton Katsu and a Ramune. I really don't like the fact you're going to do this for me Shane." "It's cool bro. We are reds. Brothers in arms. If anything we look out for each other." "Thank you both for acting as my older brothers. I really appreciate this." "No Problem Otouto-kun." As the three reds were eating and talking about the various issues with balancing ranger duties and civilian life an all too familiar person walked onto the stage. "Hey guys. I'm Jason Lee Scott I would like to welcome you to the Tyranno Dance Club. To night we have my friend and Adopted son Jayden Shiba-Scott performing the song 'Invincible' for all of you tonight." Hi everyone. I'm Jayden. Let's have some fun and rock out. If you know the words feel free to join in.

The time has come to stand our ground;
We have the power inside us.
They think they won, but look around,
We won't let evil inside us.
And we won't see another day,
And you won't see another day,
If we don't take them on today...

We are strong, we are tough, we're invincible.
We are here, we are now, we're invincible.
We are strong, we are tough, we're invincible.
We are here, and as one, we're invincible!

They send their best, we will not run,
They set their aims to destroy us.
We can not rest until they're done,
I'm sure they love to annoy us.

And I don't see another day,
And you don't see another day,
If we don't take down on today...

We are strong, we are tough, we're invincible.
We are here, we are now, we're invincible.
We are strong, we are tough, we're invincible.
We are here, and as one, we're invincible!

And we won't see another day,
And you won't see another day,
If we don't take them on today...

Let's go!
We are strong, and we are tough, and we're invincible.
Let's go!
We are here, and we are now, and we're invincible.
Let's go!
We are strong, and we are tough, and we're invincible.
Let's go!
We are here, and as one, we're invincible!"

Much later Takato got a ride home from Nick. The two made plans to play paint ball with Jason, Jayden, Shane Hunter, Wes, Eric and Connor. "Mom, Dad, Guilmon. I'm home!" "Welcome back Takato how was you're day? Rika said you seemed a little distracted." "I'm feeling a lot better now mom. Don't worry about it." "Alright." "I had a small snack while I was out today so call me when dinner is ready." "Okay." "Takato-aniki*? What happened I smell Megidramon on you?" Guilmon asked when they went to the room they shared. "I was confronted by what scared me most in the dark Ocean and I beat it. You don't have to be afraid for me. I just needed a pep talk from a few new friends is all."

TAKATO'S DREAM

Jun was in what at first he thought was their command center. When he saw five people walk in and greet her. "Hey Jun do you know why the Sentinel Knight replicated our powers from you Dino Gem?" "Also why do you still have your powers as a Power Ranger when we don't?" "My Dino Gem is the one that energized your gems with power to begin with. As for your question Trent, I don't know. Zordon said thing Happen for a reason. Maybe my time as a Power Ranger isn't over or I may be needed in the near or far future. I have no idea." 'Child of the hazard and fire remember this as it will make sense for you're journey as a power ranger.

END DREAM

Next day Takato started to take his status as red a lot more seriously. He woke up early and went for a morning run. He did sit ups and push ups before showering and getting dressed. Making sure to eat a good breakfast every morning and double checking his homework before going to bed at night. He wanted to make sure he was as strong as possible so he could do everything he could with his own power to help his team. He trained with Izzy in a simulator. Sparred with Henry and Jun in mixed martial arts. And Worked with Justin on a new project. The Digi-cycles. The other rangers noticed the change in him and were to say the least. Takato's trouble was over. T.K.'s troubles however were just beginning.

Next time on Power Rangers Digital

"It's Hopeless I just can't do it." "T.K. stop talking like that right now. That's an order." "Huh where am I? No…. D.D...Devimon! Stay away!" "Jun he's a green and a scared kid I have to help but I don't have powers that could be useful aside from my zeonizers there at home in Shibuya." "Tommy, some powers don't stay dead forever. And this time, there's no candle."

Tune in next time for: Fears and Fights part 3: T.K.'s Dark Dilemma Dragons Return

Culture and authors note:

* Aniki means older brother. Guilmon and Takato are like brothers so Guilmon now calls Takato Aniki.

Ton Katsu is a pork covered in Japanese breadcrumbs and deep fried. Ramune is a type of soda similar to sprite.

The two people who talk to Takato are OC's the first who is a girl is mine. The second is a male. He belongs to The Keeper Of Worlds.

The green crystal was obviously for something. Try to guess what from the preview.