Chapter 7: Metal Madness (Part I)

Bowser's Castle: Basement

Eggman was standing at the table talking to his creation.

"Listen well," He said. "I have recreated you for the sole purpose of destroying Mario and Sonic! I want you to find their strength and weakness! Know go! Show them what you've got!"

"Affirmative." A metallic voice said.

Peach's Castle: Lobby

"Whoa!" Charmy exclaimed, looking around him in wonder. "I'm never gonna get used to being in a real life castle!"

"I hope you do get used to it." Espio calmly said. "I don't want you to be acting hyper the whole time we're here."

"But…but it's a CASTLE!" Charmy argued.

Just before Espio could respond Tails walked into the room.

"So I did another scan and picked up another signal from a place called Pianta Village." He said, holding the radar.

"So Mario," Sonic asked his partner. "Is there a portal from the castle to there?"

Mario shook his head to Sonic's surprise. "Unfortunately no." He admitted. "We'll have to travel to Isle Delfino to get to the portal."

"All right," Tails said. "So how will we travel? And who will go?"

"The best way to travel will be by plane." Mario answered Tails.

"OK," Tails nodded. "We can take the Tornado!" Referencing the plane he had built, and had conveniently crashed into the garden. "Mario, Sonic, Luigi, and I can go."

"Wha!?" Charmy whined. "But what about me!?"

"Charmy!" Vector snapped. "You can stay behind with the rest of us!"

"But I wanna go!" Charmy pleaded.

"No Charmy!" Vector shook his head. "You're staying with us!"

"Besides," Espio reminded him. "What was that you were saying about 'never being able to get used to being in a real life castle?'"

Charmy thought for a bit, and then nodded his head. "OK then," He gave in. "I'll stay. You have fun now!"

"Well," Tails said to the three coming with him. "Let's go!"

Tails led them to the Tornado and they took off.

Bowser's Castle: Throne room

Bowser was on his throne talking with Eggman, who was sitting in a chair next to him.

So," Bowser addressed his ally. "Do you really think that your creation will defeat Mario and Sonic?"

"Don't worry." Eggman assured the Koopa king. "We're just trying to distract the heroes so we can cook up a truly evil plan."

Bowser chuckled. "I see," he nodded. "Then what shall we do next?"

Just then Dimentio walked into the room. "I've got it!" He exclaimed.

"Got it!? Got what!?" Bowser asked, not understanding.

"The answer to our problem idiot!" Dimentio retorted, making Bowser glare at him. "Have you ever heard the saying: 'The enemy of my enemy is my friend'? Well, if we can make some of the heroes join us by brainwashing them or something, we can make the heroes fight each other. Entertainment for all of us!"

"But will it work?" Bowser asked.

"It's worked before on Luigi." Dimentio reminded him. "So why shouldn't it work now? We have more targets to choose from."

"That is an excellent idea Dimentio!" Eggman clapped gleefully. "Bowser, your son can make the machine with his magic toothbrush!" Dimentio suddenly laughed at Eggman, making the scientist glare at him. "What's so funny!?" He demanded.

"You!" Dimentio chuckled. "I've lived for quite awhile, and in all my adventures I've never heard of a magic toothbrush!" He chuckled at the thought of it.

"Eggman," Bowser corrected him. "It's a magic PAINTBRUSH. And my son is not here. I sent him with your creation to stop the heroes."

"Sounds like fun." Dimentio smiled. "Where are they? I'll go watch like a tiny little spectator."

"They were last seen en route to Isle Delfino." Eggman informed the magician.

"Very well then. I shall be off to watch the fight. Ciao!" With that, Dimentio suddenly vanished from sight.

The heroes have found another signal possibly leading them to the next Chaos Emerald! But Eggman's creation and Bowser Jr. are out to make mischief, with Dimentio on the side! Things can get messy if the two teams run into each other. Will the heroes find the emerald? Or will they be forced to fight for it? Find out next time in Heroes Alliance!

A/N: Chapter 7 done! So, who can guess who Eggman's creation is? You'll find out soon, so don't go anywhere. So for the "magic toothbrush" line: I had to do it. It was just too good of an opportunity to pass up. And if you've played Super Paper Mario, you'd know that Dimentio is pretty good-natured for the most part despite being a villain. If you're enjoying this, or have any questions, please comment (review) and I'll answer. Thanks for reading!