A/N: So, I decided to take a totally different look at the Cimmerian Forest escapade from the episode "Fire Heart," and I have to say, I had a blast. Hope you enjoy!

"…": characters talking to each other

'…': characters talking to themselves

(…): extra facts about something in the story

(Takes place during "Fire Heart")

Theme 48: Lost

Cimmerian Forest, October 28, 2006, 6:30 pm – Briarwood, CA, USA

"We're lost, aren't we?"

"No!" A pause. "We are so not lost."

"Yes, we are," Madison responded pointing out the obvious to the other Rangers, all of them covered in the remnants of swamp sand. "You have no clue where we're going, am I correct?"

"I do so know how to get through this forest," Xander shot back, pausing in his trek, a hand on a nearby elm tree. Chocolate eyes glittered. "Xander the Great does not get lost."

Vida crossed her arms. "Give it up, Xander. We are lost, and there's nothing you can do about it."

Xander jumped from his position to land in front of the Pink Ranger and the two began one of their typical glaring contests. This lasted for a few minutes until Phineas suddenly burst onto the scene.

"Hey! Glad to see that you're still alive, though I wouldn't go that way." The Troblin looked at the five teens before continuing, "Oh, I get it why you'd think turning that way was a good idea. You're lost!"

Vida smirked and looked at Xander triumphantly; the Green Ranger, on the other hand, was getting frustrated.

"Phineas, we are not lost!"

Phineas regarded the Ranger before shrugging. "Whatever." Then, he got an idea. "I'll tell you what. Since you asked so nicely, I'll lead you out of the forest." He grinned to emphasize how nice the offer was. Most of the Rangers nodded in agreement, but Xander stubbornly remained in place. "I know this forest like the back of my hand…"

"I can and will lead us out of this stupid forest!" Xander declared hotly glaring at the Troblin, who looked up from his hand and merely stared back serenely. Vida, sensing an opportunity smirked.

"Alright then. I dare you to lead some of us out of the forest before Phineas does," Vida challenged, receiving a matching smirk from Xander.

"Done. Chip, you with me?" The Yellow Ranger started then, glancing at Vida who inclined her head sighed and answered in the affirmative. Madison decided that she'd go along as well, to keep the two boys out of trouble, of course.

"See you at the end of the forest, V," Xander said leading "Team Xander" to the left. Phineas, Nick and Vida headed right, and when questioned later on the how well his internal compass worked, Xander replied with "no comment."