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Authors Notes: Summary of Previous Episodes
After being forced out of Bakugan Interspace the brawlers found that they were the only ones who couldn't get in. However, thanks to their bakugan, Jake and Shun got into B.I and witnessed how the kids were getting kidnapped and brainwashed to become Gundalia's soldiers. They had tried to warn everyone, but their warnings went unheard. The brawlers then came up with a plan to take back B.I, however the plan went out the window when Fabia got forced into battle with Lena and Zenet, she would have been captured if Marucho hadn't rescued her. Although their mission was unsuccessful Marucho managed to create a backdoor, so now they can access Bakugan Interspace with alerting Ren and his team.
Bakugan Interspace
"Princess Fabia is here?"
"Yes, these are the coordinates she logged. With at the palace"
In a back alley of Bakugan Interspace, a young man with teal coloured spoke to the pyrus bakugan next him. His blue eyes observing his surroundings as he started walking forward towards what seemed to be a main plaza
He and the pyrus bakugan looked up to the announcement boards which showed four profile pictures, one of which was the princess
"They look like wanted posters" examined the bakugan
The young man's mouth gaped in shock "What! I don't under—Why princess Fabia?"
His bakugan partner next to him although just as surprised as he was, he encouraged his partner to move on
"We need to find the princess, standing around here won't get us answers" he said
The stranger nodded and they both continued to walk around in hopes of finding something or someone that will give them those answers
With Shun and Hawktor
The two ventus partners had just teleported into the main hub of B.I, once they had fully materialised, they took a moment of respite
Hawktor jumped off Shun's shoulder to float in front of him to speak "That's five groups of kids we transported" although the bakugan sounded positive, Shun could hear a note of exhaustion in his words creeping through
His energy must be starting to drain, especially after transporting back and forth so much, thought the ninja
The raven-haired boy gave the bakugan a small smile before encouraging him "Yes, but let's not slow down. There are still many more left inside, who need to be rescued—Huh?"
Shun cut off suddenly as his vision caught movement in the distance, jerking his head in the direction that he saw it
"What's wrong Shun?" Asked Hawktor confused to what cut the ninja off suddenly
Turning to follow Shun's line of sight, they saw someone slightly older than Shun, walking on the pathway.
As Shun surveyed the scene he noticed that there was a bakugan floating alongside him
The ventus brawler narrowed his eyes, Hmm could he be….?
The stranger and his bakugan had been wandering for a little while now, the place seemed to be empty. Until they heard a shout
"Hey you, stop!" They then heard movement coming from behind them "Who are you?"
He glanced behind him and his blue eyes widened as let out a small gasp, turning around he said "You're from the video"
"Linus perhaps the—" "Huh, another Gundalian"
The boy, Linus, ignored that statement as he started to question the raven-haired human
"Tell me are you working with princess Fabia?"
Shun scowled and his eyes narrowed at the stranger. His tone wary "Whose asking?"
Linus remained calm as he spoke clearly "I'm Linus Claude, a castle knight from Neathia"
He then raised a up to the bakugan hovering beside him "Let me introduce my partner bakugan, his name is Pyrus Neo Zipzam"
"A castle knight!"
Shun's eyes flickered curiously to Hawktor, as the bakugan looked at Linus and Neo in awe. Castle knight?
Linus looked at Hawktor, recognition dawning on his features
"If memory serves, you're one of the bakugan that the princess took with her on her mission"
Hawktor straightened (as much as he could in ball form anyway) as he respectfully introduced himself "That is correct I am ventus Hawktor. At your service sir"
Shun who had quietly watched the exchange quickly turned to Hawktor, a line etched between his brows as he spoke with uncertainty, giving Linus a flickering glance
"Wait, are you sure we can trust this guy?"
During the discussion, they remained unaware that they were being watched
"Hey Ren, you should come and look at this"
"Ha, so much for your air tight security system, smart guy. Epic fail" snarked Sid, as he , Ren and Jesse watched the security feed
Ren's mouth set into a hard line, as his golden eyes glared at the screen
"You are always causing me headaches, Shun"
"Why do you want to see Fabia?" Questioned Shun, his eyes still flickering with distrust towards Linus
Linus looked at the human, his eyes pleading as he implored him "I have something for her, but it's very important that I give it to her in person. The fate of Neathia is at stake"
Shun looked back at him, his expression unreadable. The ventus brawler took a deep breath as he lowered his head. "Very well" he finally said as he sensed no malice from the knight
He opened his eyes and he beckoned Linus to follow him as he started walking "This way"
They were stopped short however
"Look at them scurry, just like a couple of giant rats"
Shun and Linus quickly halted at the voice, turning their head upwards to the top of a nearby building, to find Ren and Jesse staring down at them
Ren sneered at them "Tell me, was it Marucho who found a way in"
Shun's muscles tensed as he yelled out "Ren"
Ren just gave the ninja a cruel smirk, before giving a quick balance to the unknown stranger
"I don't recognise your friend" he said sounding curious
Linus blinked at the two newcomers "Those guys are—" "Gundalians" finished Neo
Ren tilted his head in response "Very good, and I presume that you're from Neathia" he stated
"Now that we know of our cast of actors, what do we do with them" spoke Jesse, although the answer seemed to be clear as he threw a bakugan into the air before catching it
Linus turned his head quickly to Shun, speaking urgently "Quickly, you have to get me to the princess!"
Neo however intervened at that moment, having different thoughts at mind as he called out Linus' name
Both Shun and Linus turned to him, their eyes questioning, as Neo started to speak with a righteous tone
"We are of the castle guard; it is not in our nature to run from battle. We must stand our ground"
"I am not running!" Rebuked Linus sounding defensive, a flicker of annoyance in his eyes at the implication
"We are here because fate brought us. We must fight this out to the bitter end, for better or worse" pressed Neo
The bakugan's words seem to have brought out a passion in Jesse, as his eyes started to gleam, and he cried out in glee. Putting a hand to his heart and the other outstretched in front of him, with book in hand, he pronounced
"Ah fate, at times it is powerful and at times so fragile. Like the wind it is fleeting and so beautiful"
Rolling his eyes in annoyance, Ren subtly stepped away from the his overly dramatic teammate
Linus sighed, knowing that his partner had a point. He inclined his head to Shun inquiringly
"I never got your name"
"My name is Shun, and any ally of Fabia is an ally of mine" the ninja told him, giving the knight a small nod. " I would be honoured to join you in battle" he told the Neathian as he turned to him
Leon had an expression of relief on his face as he exclaimed "The honour is all mine" he said, eyes burning with gratitude
'The bakugan battle between Linus and Shun versus Jesse and Ren will now begin. Bakugan field open!'
Linus started the turn first
"Gate card set. Bakugan brawl, bakugan stand" "In the name of Neathia I will take down every last evil Gundalian"
"Just like the dimming of the theatre lights, the bells signal the beginning of act one. Bakugan brawl, bakugan stand – Rise Ventus Plitheon!" "I'm about ready to ring some bells of my own"
"Bakugan brawl, bakugan stand – Go Ventus Hawktor" "I'm ready to pound some Gundalians into the ground"
"Bakugan brawl, bakugan stand – Now Darkus Linehalt!" "Arghh!"
Jesse beamed as he gestured his hands wildly around him "Ahh, with a cast like this, we are surely in for an epic performance today" he announced before activating the ability card 'Fly Slasher'
Linus quickly countered it with his own ability 'Ba Arrow'. Which sent red beams towards Plitheon
Plitheon moved to get out of the way, once at a safe distance he snarled "You'll pay for that"
Jesse grinned "Ah I do love a worthy foe" "Are you going to invite them for dinner, or prompt the next attack" impatiently hissed Plitheon
Jesse closed his eyes as he subtly rebuked the violent bakugan "Ah Plitheon, let us not forget that haste makes waste. Consecutive ability activate 'Hyper Verde'"
Neo and Hawktor tensely watched as Plitheon's wings glowed before green arrow-like feathers started to surround them.
"And now 'Fly Destroyer'" Plitheon sent out a large beam of energy, just as the arrows rained down on the two bakugan
"Hawktor!" yelled Shun as he watched their bakugan's power levels drop
Quickly, thought Linus as he activated an ability card 'Orb Shield'
A protective orb surrounded the two bakugan
Jesse gawked in surprise, not expecting the move
"Wha? What's this?" he stammered
"The ability absorbs all of the opponents attacks and it reflects them back at them" explained Linus,
his eyes defiant as he stared back at Jesse who clenched his jaw at him. "I hope you're enjoying this taste of your own medicine Jesse"
Shun nodded his head in gratitude to the Neathian "Thanks for the save"
Linus shook his head "It's no problem Shun. I remember your name now, I thought it was familiar" he said suddenly
Confusion crossed Shun's face at the statement, Familiar? The wanted posters maybe…
On seeing the look the corners of Linus' mouth quirked up sheepishly as he explained himself "Yes, from Daniel, he speaks very highly of you"
Shun blinked at the sentence. But before he could speak, Ren laid down an ability card. Focusing
Shun back to the battle as he activated his own
"Ability activate 'Ninja Defence, Wild Wind Dance'"
This blocked Ren's 'Bolting Vibra' attack. Shun gave Ren a hard stare and gave him a warning "Leave
the children in Bakugan Interspace alone Ren"
Ren gave the ninja a cold smirk as he gave his response "Or what Shun"
Plitheon growled as he watched the other bakugan battle
"Jesse! Why are we just standing here, let me take them down" complained the ventus bakugan
"Patience let us not upstage our co-star" replied the sandy haired Gundalian. However, his actions spoke differently as he activated his bakumeter
'Ready Vilantor Gear' "Battle gear boost"
"Battle gear?" commented Linus, having never heard of the term. He watched as the gear attached itself to Plitheon
Jesse grinned as he activated the battle gear ability
"You're going down" shouted Plitheon as his attack hit Neo
"Neo!" worriedly yelled Linus
"What? All out of tough talk Shun" sneered Ren "Ability activity 'Razen Breakor'"
Shun's fists clenched as he watched Linehalt attacked Hawktor
"Here's a little something extra" 'Ready Boomix Gear'
"Alright battle gear boost"
A large cannon attached to Linehalt, Ren raised his hand out and bellowed out to the bakugan "Come on! Go now Linehalt!"
"Watch out Hawktor" warned Shun
Hearing his human's warning the ventus bakugan ignored the pain he was in and flew closer towards Neo. The pyrus bakugan was too dazed to move from Plitheon's attack
Ren wasn't letting up his attacks. He activated Linehalt's battle gear ability 'Boomix Lock'. Linehalt fired his cannon at Neo
Hawktor sped up to go even faster, putting himself in front of Neo to protect the vulnerable bakugan. Linus activated a quickly activated his gate card
"Gate card open 'Explode'"
Ren's eyes widened in shock as a second barrier surrounded their opponents bakugan. "The Boomix was deflected?" He gasped
"'Explode' nullifies an opponent's ability and brings the power levels of all bakugan on its side back to their power levels" explained Linus, inwardly sighing in relief at having used that gate card. 'Explodes' barrier soon shimmered away
Jess opened his book and started to wave his other hand around "This mysterious new cast member has me wondering what his motivation is" he said as he activated an ability 'Ghost Storm'
"Who cares, my motivation is to destroy" growled Plitheon as his body started to glow green, his power level increasing. He charged towards the two bakugan
"Ability activate 'Power Shaker'" shouted Linus and another orb like barrier surround his and Shun's bakugan
Plitheon crashed right into the barrier, knocking him out
Jesse gasped his partners name out as he watched him go back into ball form. Clenching his jaw briefly before muttering "That bakugan is…."
Powerful thought Shun, as he watched. Me and Hawktor haven't been able to good hit in on our opponent, but he just took one out with a defensive ability. Shun gave a side glance to his teammate, Just who is this guy? He wondered
Ren drew his lips back in a snarl, before commanding Linehalt to attack. The darkus bakugan fired his 'Boomix' cannon again but it was no use
"If you're the Gundalian's mightiest then maybe we don't have much to worry about" Neo, his strength now fully recovered
Ren's eyes narrowed at those words "Oh yeah! We'll see about that" he gritted as he pulled out another battle gear ability
"Boomix Dimension"
Linehalt's power levels rose, whilst Neo's and Hawktor's decreased. Neo tilted his head whilst huffing "This will be interesting" he said as he watched the darkus bakugan fire a purple beam
Just as the beam was about to hit 'Power Shaker's protective orb it disappeared. Hawktor blinked in confusion "It disappeared?"
A flicker of purple appeared in the corner of his vision, just as he turned his head, pain overwhelmed his body
Linehalt's attack somehow entered the protective orb
Shun and Linus watched with horror as the orb exploded, their bakugan's shouts could be heard through the smoke cover, but it was too dense to see them
"Hawktor are you okay" Shun yelled out, hoping for some answer from his bakugan
Though reluctant, Linus had to admit that it was a good move
"That was an ingenious move right then, transporting the attack like that"
Hawktor suddenly broke free from the cloud cover, but not in the best shape as he was heading for the ground
"That one hurt" groaned the bakugan as he turned into ball form
'Shun's life force sixty percent'
The smoke cover finally cleared up, revealing Neo, his arms still braced across his chest from protecting himself
"He didn't fall!" Shouted Ren in anger
Linus turned his head to the Gundalian as replied to him Cooley "You'll need something more powerful than that to take down Neo. Ability activate 'Metal Destruction'"
Neo's body started to burn bright as he flew higher into the air before hurtling into Linehalt, causing the darkus bakugan to fall and revert to ball form
'Ren's life force forty percent'
Ren gawked as Linehalt bounced near his feet, stammering as he looked back to the pyrus bakugan "Wha—What power?"
Neo returned to ball form as the first round has finished, Linus smiling as he caught him
This act has gone on for too long, thought Jesse
"To be pulled from the stage and the performance like some kind of bit player. In this second act they'll see that I'm a major talent" he said as he pulled a card from the pages of his book
"Gate card set! It's time to reign the stage, bakugan brawl bakugan stand — Rise Ventus Plitheon"
Both Shun and Linus sent their bakugans back out in response, with Ren following shortly
"Ability activate 'Slag Tornado'"
Plitheon fired lasers towards the opponents bakugan, causing their power levels to decrease
The two bakugan slowly descended to the ground and landing on their knees
"Get up Hawktor, ability activate 'Ninja Defence: Wild Wind Dance'"
Hawktor's attack raised their power levels back up, whilst Plitheon's decreased
Linus went to back up the human "Ability activate 'Baw Arrow'". Neo directed a red beam at Plitheon, sending the Gundalian bakugan flying
"Battle gear boost! Battle gear ability activate 'Boomix Lock'"
Shun quickly countered Ren and Linehalt's attack
"Ability activated 'Sky Fang Cyclone Soar'"
A green wind like aura surrounded Hawktor as he dodged Linehalt's attack, his speed increasing
The battle had started to get intense as neither side were willing to back down
"The final act is upon us! Ability activate 'Gravity Mine'"
"On your knees Neathian swine!" yelled Plitheon as his power level increased
Neo and Hawktor felt their bodies be pulled to the ground, they tried to fight against the force but were unable to. They crashed into the ground below
Ren smirked at the turn of events. "Here we go, battle gear ability activate 'Boomix Dimension'"
Shun made another counter using the ability 'Ninja Defence: Spiral Twister'
"I won't fall for that again" grinned the raven haired, hoping to use the ability to dodge Linehalt's attack
Linehalt's attack appeared from above, despite Shun's attempt to avoid it, the attack managed to hit Hawktor's side. Somehow it worked in the ninja's favour as the attack sent him spiralling into Linehalt
Linehalt grumbled with displeasure as he reverted to ball form "Lucky shot"
'Ren's life force zero'
"What an exquisite ballet of pain and destruction, now it's our turn to join in" exclaimed Jesse
Plitheon put a talon to his forehead, "A ballet? Seriously" muttered the bakugan, annoyed with his partner's theatrics
"Ability activate 'Hyper Verde'"
Plitheon screamed with pleasure as he attacked Hawktor
"Hawktor!"
'Shun's life force zero'
"That was the breaking performance of the year" cried out Jesse, revealing in his victory
"Ability activate 'Force Alive'"
Plitheon groaned in pain as his life force started transferring to Neo
Jesse nodded in acknowledgment to Linus' play
"Well played sir" he said before scowling at the Neathian
"But I have a little surprise left, you could call it a…twist ending. Gate card open 'Gear Barricade'"
Shun frowned, remembering that this ability was what helped take down Fabia, he called out a warning to Linus "Uh oh, that command card is linked to his battle gear"
Linus jerked his head to Shun in shock at those words
"Battle gear boost, battle gear ability activate 'Vilantor Gear Nirvana'"
"Oh No!" yelled Neo as his power level went down
Linus' body froze "If I lose this round…I will lose Neo, and of course the element" he whispered
"It's time for you to exist stage left. There is no encore left for you because…." Exclaimed Jesse as he raised his hand up to Plitheon
"This is the end" yelled Plitheon as he fired at Neo
Linus screamed out to Neo, his body moving on its own. He started running to where his partner had fallen, his senses shut to his surroundings as the arena started crumbling.
"Linus!" Shun shouted out the Neathian to get him to stop, it wasn't safe
As Linus got closer to Neo, the ceiling above him started to break down
An expression of terror overtook Shun's face as he watched a large boulder fall on top of Linus, a large dust cloud forming at the impact
"LINUS!" "Shun wait!"
The ninja found Linus, alive thankfully, amongst the rubble. Quickly kneeling to him, the ninja examined his wounds. The Neathian was badly hurt
Linus' body flared in pain, slowly he opened his eyes to see Neo above him. The bakugan also bared serious injuries
Neo hung his head, his voice apologetic as he spoke "I'm sorry…Linus". The pyrus bakugan passed out as he succumbed to his injuries, reverting once more to ball form
With a trembling hand, Linus reached out as far as his strength would let him
"Neo" groaned the young man, his vision starting to blur. Blue eyes flickering with shock as Neo shock as Neo suddenly stopped falling towards him, going still for a few moments before heading off in another direction
Shun turned his head in surprise and watched as Neo went into Jesse's awaiting hand. The Gundalian had a pleased look on his face as he held tight the bakugan
'Linus' life force zero'
'Battle over! Winner Jesse and Ren!'
Ren crossed his arms over each other as his gaze went to his teammate
"Nice work Jesse" he congratulated
Jesse inclined his head in acknowledgment before looking at his newfound prize
"A bakugan from Neathia, what a wonderful trophy to win"
Linus and Shun could do nothing but watch as the two Gundalians teleported back to Gundalia
Fear clawed at Linus' heart "No the—they have it. Neathia is doomed" he mumbled before passing out
Shun gripped Linus' shoulders, shaking him gently to rouse him
"Linus! Stay with me, Linus!"
"Linus, Neo? Where are you? Linu—Shun? Wha—Dammit we're too late!"
"Nus…Li…Lin…"
What?
"Plea….wak….Linus"
Fabia?
His eyes felt heavy as he slowly opened him. Bright light awaited him as they fully opened.
Blinking slowly, allowing his sense to come back to him. His eyes eventually adjusted, revealing two relieved daces above him
"Princess…Fabia, D-Dan?"
Fabia knelt beside the head of the bed quickly, gently grabbing one of his hands. She exhaled the breath that she had been holding in, standing next to her Dan sighed in relief as he saw that his Neathian friend was awake
Linus then became aware that there were others around his as well, and that he was resting on a bed in what looked to be a medical room. Shun was standing a little way off from Dan, and on the other side of the bed was two new faces that he recognised from the wanted posters, everyone's respective bakugan floated beside their partners
Fabia smiled "Linus, thank goodness that you're awake now" she said happily
"You had us really worried their pal" exclaimed Dan
Linus flickered between the two of them, their worry was evident in their eyes. He turned his head to Fabia, bewilderment in his eyes as he spoke "Where…am I?"
Fabia shook her head slightly
"Don't worry. You're safe with us now" she soothed him, before flickering her gaze between both Dan and Linus. "But what are you doing here?"
Dan's face fell, his expression sobering whilst Linus memories of recent events came flooding back to him
Terror overtook him, his hand in Fabia's tightened its grip causing her to look at him in surprise
"I am so sorry" begged the castle knight "I was supposed to protect it and give it you. But I…." Linus looked away, guilt overwhelming him as he finished his sentence "Lost it"
Fabia gasped, her breath caught briefly, she had to force the words out of her "You lost what!"
Torment shone in Linus' eyes as mumbled out to her "It was the element, and now…our enemies have it"
Both Fabia, Dan and their bakugan recoiled, their faces showing distress
Shun blinked in surprise at the reactions Element?
"Why did you say Neathia was doomed when they took Neo earlier?" questioned Hawktor
Questions surrounded the three brawlers as they listened to the two Neathieans and their 'no longer missing' friend
It seems that things just got a whole lot worse
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