Hey there, Big Red speaking. I'll have to apologize on the slow production of chapters lately. Same of these factors include fatigue from working for a co-worker's role for the days she had been taking days off, keeping watch of my mother who recently been diagnosed with vertigo, and longer periods of babysitting my nephew. So things had been keeping me from writing as much as I used to. But as promised, the show must go on especially when we need to move forward with the Summit side of the story. Here we will see The President's plan of recruiting allies from other times and worlds come into fruition. A fan favorite Smash DLC fighter will make an appearance soon. You'll be excited to see him as a certain Legion member had foreshadowed him for quite some time. That aside, let's begin!

Elfilin finally reveals his true intentions of bringing everyone here of all places as opposed to leaving them be. The revived warriors would only wonder just what is this blue creature's goal for being so friendly despite never knowing who they were or what their purpose is. Rosa is more than suspicious of this being's ability to send people various places with his dimensional powers, comparing them to her own demon summoning portals that all Umbran Witches can do.

"So Alvin, Elfie, whatever you are. Why did you bring us to this uncharted place? Hopefully you are not with these black creatures that are plaguing this world," she asks.

"I'm afraid the witch is right. We will not trust you unless you answer our questions," Varios said with his lance ready.

Elfilin backed up slightly as he floats, knowing well some would find him untrustworthy like his "other half" without context.

"W..wait! I promise you all that I'm not evil. I'll even say that I've looked around this planet with my dimensional portals just to see what those Legion of Subspace villains were doing. Are any of you familiar with my friend Kirby?" the frightened blue creature said.

Neither of the revived heroes knew of the individual the floating creature spoke of, some too confused to even respond to Elfilin's question. Some like Isara and Rosa definitely remember the strange portals they traveled through that lead to this place now that he mentioned them. Alex had a big question regarding the Legion of Subspace since this is the first he heard of them, only knowing of Death Adder's army raiding the same village he died in.

"Who are the Legion of Subspace? I always know Death Adder as someone who works with no one than his own dark forces. This isn't like him to join forces with other evils," the Yurian soldier demands.

"Everything I see is more truth than one would think. They are a big bad group, unite together under one massive army that's stretched all over the world. I even heard that they reached other parts of the galaxy too. It's why I came here looking for Kirby because Popstar also appears to be overrun once I came for a visit," Elfilin beamed.

"No way, I would have to see this for myself. Chances are that Mishaela and Darksol's forces are probably a part of this group," Varios said.

He could never forgive himself for falling to that dark sword strike from Lord Kane as he knew too well it was painful for Max to lose his best tutor. Without any regrets, the old centaur wanted to find his old student at all costs to fight by his side again.

"What about the European forces? Are they also a part of what's happening to Gallia?" Isara asks.

"This is going to be complicated to answer, but there are some of them that have no part of this. From what I've heard, one of them turned on the Legion and left them for another group. I believe it was Selvaria? But they have this new guy called Maximillian who also knows her but wants her dead," he replied.

Isara wasn't sure how to process this as she died before knowing the true intentions of Maximillian using Selvaria to give his forces the upper hand. But none of that matters to her as she saw all Europeans as the enemy and won't forgive how some soldiers killed her in battle before living to see her own brother survive. There would be no time for tears as she is more determined to hunt both down if it meant revenge.

"But what about my daughter Cereza, is she alive? Did my husband Balder follow my promise to keep her safe without me?" Rosa asks in desperation.

Elfilin wouldn't be sure how to answer this as he watched Balder and his desire to cleanse Bayonetta several times. She could sense the guilt in his eyes and inability to answer, instantly letting her know that something must have happened to either of them. This isn't something she wanted to believe at all as she remembered her final moments of how hearts broken he was to lose her before the Umbran Lumen War.

"Tell me that he didn't cause war on humanity because of losing me," she said with her head down.

"I don't know. But all I know is that he is with them and wants to destroy her so badly. It's hard to see why a father would want to rid of his daughter badly unless something must be influencing him. I remember at least seeing a powerful soul contained in his body that belongs to something much more powerful. That is all I know…" Elfilin answers honestly.

Another memory came to mind for Rosa, one of a young boy using multiple arms and a powerful spell to kill her, just barely remembering his face. She connected the dots and remember that he could still be with him and realized what happened.

"That little….he took over Balder's body. The Balder I know would love our child no matter how forbidden this relation ship is. If I can see him, I will find some way to strip that little god's soul from his body for misleading him down a dark path. Damn it all," she said angrily.

Seeing her get emotional for what happened to her hush and would only remind Edge that something was missing in his life. His own wife that he have yet to see within the past week or the very daughter he failed to see properly grow up.

"Do you know who Azel is? I am hoping she wasn't used as a weapon by this Legion," he asks.

"All I know is that she is on a bounty list. It reminds me of how me and my friend were wanted all over the New World just for saving the helpless Waddle Dees. I wonde…"

"Those monsters! I have to find her soon before they think about killing her. It would be worse if Craymen is behind this," he said urgently.

"Craymen is a part of them. He haven't done much but want to find a special ruby in Metropolis City that would help their group. Something called a Phantom Ruby?" Elfilin replied sadly.

Thomas would be partially curious on what would be happening with his fellow AMS agents, or where Curien is assuming he was also revived.

"Is that fool Curien up to no good again? And are you familiar with the name G? He was one of my former partner before I died," he wondered.

"Curien also wants to find this Phantom Ruby. I only know that he's someone that like to create an army of mutant zombies, one of his creations being some horned creature called The Magician. I can't really say much about the whereabouts of G. Sorry," Elfilin replied sadly.

"Damn it! All I want to do is see G once more and team up with him. Thanks, but it seems like all you know about is this Legion than our own allies. You certainly proven that you don't know this way around Earth at all. But this New World you keep talking about, have they attacked your home yet?" he asks.

Elfilin lowers himself closer now that some want him to open up about aspects of his past. He did not know where to begin as it was a long story to explain to outsiders overall. The blue creature didn't want his whole story to sound confusing or misleading given his background, but tried his best to explain it.

"The New World is in an entire separated universe from here and I can guarantee you that no one knows where it is other than my friend Kirby. The only way to go there is to travel there through my dimensional portals. My home seen better days now that the Beast Pack agreed not to capture any more innocent Waddle Dees and my evil half, Fecto Forgo, allowed themself to be absorbed within me after their final battle. They was quite persistent enough when they survived their initial defeat by Kirby and I, scattered Leon's soul throughout a dream world they created, absorbed a warrior called Morpho Knight after he did so to them previously, and became Chaos incarnate. It's hard to believe that our former self, Fecto Elfilis, was such a destructive and invasive creature in the New World previously. I hope this doesn't make any of your heads spin," the blue creature said.

The group of revived heroes would be trying to process everything they've heard about their strange savior, but what confused them the most was him having an evil half that needed to be absorbed. Isara would be the first to ask about this aspect.

"You say you used to be one being and that you are the good half? At least it makes sense how you found us if you can see souls. How did that came to be?" she asks.

"I was contained by the former natives of the New World. They experimented on Elfilis because they wanted to harness their abilities to travel to dimensions. An accident happened that caused me to be split from the main body which left Fecto Forgo in a bad state to be barely alive unless they were to stay inside of a tube or possess hosts like Leon. As I've said, they succeeded in absorbing me once more to become Fecto Elfilis to regain their original form. It was a miracle that Kirby ripped me away from their body. That's why they absorbed that of Morpho Knight to achieve their final and strongest form. But I will say this, please don't lose your trust in me as I have yet to let Fecto control me since I've absorbed them," Elfilin explains in detail.

Thomas knew too well how it felt as Curien doesn't seem like the man that cared about what victims he experimented with if it meant revenge on humanity. Many aspects of Elfilin's past reminded him of the things Curien is known for. Isara felt so sorry for what happened to Elfilin because he never asked to be a lab rat for a power others shouldn't be messing with. The more Rosa thought about it, the more she is definitely realizing that this is what's happening to Balder right now after she knew who her killer was. Misheala's ability to create dolls by sacrificing her own magic life-force also came to mind for Varios as he's starting to understand the pain he went through. Til however wants to speak up about something truly important to him.

"Where is Gear? He's my brother with the blue hair taller than me and known for his speed. That's what I want to know more than ever," he asks.

Elfilin didn't know what to say as he only knows more about and focused looking after the Legion than finishing the whereabouts of the heroes. It didn't help that he heard conflicting information on where they could be. Til slowly waited for his answer at all even if it isn't a good one since he's the only trustworthy individual that knows what's happening in this world.

"I don't know. I've already decided to stop by the Lost Hex that they've mentioned. All I saw were the locals enjoying themselves. I would had talked to them myself, but they would be afraid of me," he said with remorse.

Til had the feeling that this would be the answer as he truly missed his blue brother.

"Take me there, I'll ask then where they went. You still need to come with me since your portals are the way to get back here," he said with a determined look.

The country of Fodlan would be in absolute chaos with the raising suspicions of unstable rifts throughout the land. This was nothing like they've ever anticipated since the massive war that split the Three Houses apart. Forces that followed the Ashen Wolves, Church of Seiros, Golden Deers, Blue Lions, and Crimson Eagles all gathered below the biggest risk that threatens the land. Some could tell this isn't anything done by magic or the current weaponry of the country before. The ones in the lead would be Lady Edelgard, Lord Dimitri, and Lord Claude all standing in the forefronts of their army to come to a decision on who's behind this.

"Perhaps this is the work of a true snake. The one who killed my father? Don't even dare play innocent that this isn't your doing, Edelgard!" the eyepatch wearing man shouts.

"Don't even pin the blame on me, you crazed fool. This could be all your doing. Or perhaps a neutral third party did this to try crushing both of us. Right Claude," the cold empress said to the mercenary.

"Hey hey, look like someone didn't have the right amount of sleep with that outfit. My men were only here to investigate this phenomenon. This could be your doing as you and the gloomy blonde were here before we arrived," the archer said nonchalantly.

The three leaders would hear the sounds of another rift opening nearby, but this one being different and of a funky variety. All them prepared their weapons just in case the true cause of these torn rifts is showing themselves. Putting their hatred aside, Dimitri and Edelgard were glad to kill the greater evil that threatens the land despite their longtime grudge. Claude didn't care about their history as he only wanted to stop both sides from tearing the country down regardless. Soon Zelda would appear the green rift in a rush, almost toppling over from her flowing dress. The three leaders lowered their weapons easily as they saw her as royalty that can't be harmed.

"Curses, it's just a princess. But I can easily tell she's not from this world with her attire," Dimitri said in disappointment. "A fair one too. Unfortunately she's quite young and seem inexperienced," Claude joked.

Despite this, Edelgarde is still highly suspicious of what she's seeing out of the mysterious princess. Zelda looks around to see the various soldiers that just happen to be here narrowly starting a war. She already knew to be cautious around these people as tensions were high and some may see her as an invader. Zelda took her time to fully process what world this is as she never truly been here before.

"What is your name, where did you come from? Just don't think because the three factions here are enemies that we all can't take you down without an army," the Adrestrian queen threatened with Amyr pointed at Zelda's neck.

The princess knew as a diplomat that she would have to show that she's peaceful and discuss things in a calm manner with the suspicious queen.

"I am here to get help. It may sound weird but I'm from another world. One that's falling apart because of the Legion of Subspace. As a princess of the kingdom of Hyrule, I come in peace," the Hylian princess said while continuing to make contact.

Dimitri and Claude had no idea what she meant on Hyrule or what this Legion of Subspace was.

"So these people were behind the mysterious rifts? It explains why you are desperate enough to come to our world and expect us to help deal with your own problems," the blonde spearman said.

"It's technically also our problem as this could have a negative effect on our world if we don't do something about it. I'm all for helping a young lady save her world," the chivalrous bowman said with a kind smile.

Edelgard has little time to just accept that as the only answer as she had more things to ask.

"There was an incident that caused our teacher to mysteriously disappear from this world. It was enough to cause strife between all of us, which is why we would have had our war here. You know where he is?" she asks.

Zelda couldn't make a promise as this is her first time doing dimensional travel since her departure from the Smash organization years ago. Not to mention her lack of contact with them in a while made it hard for her to know who recently joined them as of late.

"No matter, I will come with if it means ending the lives of the monsters that dare threaten our world. Fodlan haven't been the same since these tears started to happen. For now, Edelgard is considered the lesser of two evils for me," Dimitri interrupts as he approached Zelda.

Edelgard would glare at him for interrupting her words or daring to consider her less his salt despite also wanting to deal with their true enemies.

"That makes two. I've always been one for true peace and what better way to achieve it than stopping the ones trying to end our world. The Golden Deers will need to live on somehow," the suave Claude said as he placed Failnaught on his hip.

Zelda is more than pleased that the few of them at least were on board with helping out at all, checking if the green rift behind her is still open.

"Then follow me inside of here, everything will be explained and you'll eventually reach my world," the original Hylian princess said.

Edelgard would be the first to start walking past Zelda as she is ready to spill the first blood on whoever is responsible for the situation. She still kept her eye on the princess during her trek due to the lack of trust in her, she could understand well what it feels like. Dimitri and Claude soon followed by without question which left both of their armies confused as to what is happening.

"Should we bring out armies? They would come in handy for this?" the archer asks.

"No, they are best staying and protecting Fodlan while we are gone. We may need them in the future after they rest up. Be a good leader and think about the safety of your own men," the lone lancer said sternly.

The entire armies for the Blue Lions, Golden Deers, and Black Eagles had mixed feelings on the idea that their own commanders were thinking of leaving them to investigate the real reason for these strange rifts. Hubert in particular would be the most upset on Edelgard's behalf, but knew he had to accept her orders no matter what and hold his responsibility as second in-command. Lorenz felt the same when it came to his superior Claude, knowing he had big shoes to fill looking after the Golden Deer army in his absence. Dedue stood his ground and beats his breastplate with one hand to signal his captain Dimitri that he will take care of his fellow Blue Lions. All three armies would soon see their leaders and the mysterious invader disappear through the green portal as it slowly shrinks. This would leave Fodlan being the first of the many worlds allied with the United Federation's plan.

Next would be a separate dimension that housed several powerful warriors training in the Land of Challenge to get themselves stronger for the future. First would be a bonus round of Nia bonded with Fiora, Morag bonded with Elma, and Tora bonded with Poppi taking on hordes of monsters. They all were training in response their allies Shulk, Pyra, and Mythra being certified members of the Smash organization. This left them as protectors of their own universes and which they grew curious with the mysterious disappearance of Malos, Metal Face, and the Praetorian lately. Fiora attacks several Brogs with her Hidden Thorn special with Nia well coordinating her moves thanks to the tight Ether flow. Nia knew well that she is the de-facto leader of the group since Rex had to leave to support Pyra and Mythra on their missions in the Smash group. Next she would do a Jaguar Slash on a Jealous Gogol, creating a series of potions that fly from its body for her allies.

"Grab them if ya want to heal. These guys are tough if you don't take them serious," the Gormotti woman called.

Morag lashed at the few Tirkin squads that surrounded her despite the Supporter Firkin blowing its horn to call for more help. Her flailing whip swords allows her to have the best reach of all Drivers but also makes her one of the more defensive oriented fighters of Rex's group. Elma would already assist her while in Full Metal Jaguar mode recharge her Ether.

"Ready when you are. This may prepare me for a better future in Mira before I help Cross lead the last humanity," the silver haired soldier said.

"Understood, I will look for an opening to deal with these fathered soldiers. But especially their commander," the Ardainian commander responds.

She watched carefully with the lead Firkin ordering its fellow bird-men ton attack the duo head on. This is when Morag would have a plan that concerns Elma's speed and varied arsenal.

"On my mark, use a skill with a great area of effect that handles all targets at once, even their leader. Understood?" she called to her partner.

The red armored woman nods as she prepared her blades and guns for the next- big attack. The flock of Tirkins would charge at them regardless of what their overall plan was.

"Now!" Morag ordered.

Elma instantly leaped at the Tirken crowd to speed past them and head for the horn holding leader. What comes next would be one of her deadliest techniques she used to fell many Tyrants on her home planet.

"Violent Streak!" she shouts as she fired endless bullets in all directions at the feathered fiends.

Morag would be amazed that their teamwork is effective enough in winning the battle, smirking slightly. Next up would be Poppi and Tora taking on one of the tougher monsters, a Belbek Squood that lashed its massive green tentacles at the due from many directions. The gigantic cephalopod of the Cloud Sea would be proven quite troublesome despite Poppi's powerful Earth elemental attacks. Tora also happens to be a great tank like Morag, but because of his aggro he attracts the most attention of enemy attacks which is best to be bait in team battles.

"Meh meh meh meh, big Squood proven too much for shield. Poppi, activate QTπ form!" the Nopon Driver orders.

"Yes Masterpon, activating Poppiswap protocols!" his child-like artificial Blade said.

She soon wraps herself in a red cloak that conceals her entire body like that of a cocoon. The massive creature would already attempt crushing her while she's still transforming, Tora sweating as if she would fall.

"Poppi!" he shouts.

The large green tentacle would soon be stopped before it would flatten her to the large creature's shock. It turns out to be Poppi's new form as she's blossomed into one of her strongest forms based on that of a mature adult with Ice ailments. Tora laughs nervously but then shouts with glee now that his partner died a good job countering the Squood's attack.

"Do the Noponic Axiom, Poppi! For your Masterpon!" he says with confidence.

The artificial Blade nods before flinging the tentacle at the green cephalopod's face violently. Her next attack would be charging at them while launching a garage of powerful ice lasers from her hands at her large target. Within each bitter cold blow would be the slimly body soon become more brittle and the creature being highly possible as frozen seafood. It would let out one sorrowful roar as the entire body would flash fresh in an instant only for Poppi to finish things with her famed Poppi Ignition. Various sword beams would decapitate the frozen green monster into thousands of cold chunks that one could keep for a quick meal. The commotion would be loud enough to get the attention of Nia, Fiora, Elma, and Morag just to see the power of Tora's creation being impressive as always.

"You did it Poppi. Only greatest Artificial Blade can beat just about anything!" the Nopon Driver cheered.

Poppi really appreciated the praise that she wished she would be capable of doing "blushy-crushy" like a human could. It wouldn't be another portal would appear in between all three teams that didn't seem like part of the Challenge World's training regime.

"What is it now, we have a new visitor?" Nia complained.

"Actually wait, could it be Shulk or the Aegis?" Fiora questioned.

Morag would get her blades ready in case this were a possible threat as Elma readier her guns at the portal. Poppi would use her scanners just to see just what it would be, her results are appearing differently as this is someone from an entirely different universe than either ones their friends inhabited. Caeda would soon walk into the view of the portal with her trusty spear at her side in case the locals were hostile. Poppi stood down as she couldn't recognize her as someone from Torna or one of Bana's goons.

"What is it Poppi? Are they friend or enemy?" her Nopon master asks.

Morag and Nia could easily tell by her attire that she is neither from Alrest nor any of the titans in Shulk's universe. Even Elma could tell her attire isn't like that of any human nor alien species on Mira.

"This is Caeda from the kingdom of Archanea. I am here because we need your help to save all worlds, even your own. Trust me," Marth's loyal but serious wife said.

Next would be a frantic scene in another world that's the opposite of the Underground, contrary even as it focused on a ragtag team one wouldn't expect. Susie, Ralsei, and Kris would be taking on several monsters in the Dark World's Field of Hopes and Dreams after soon decided to run amok. These included a Scissor Walker, Ponman, and Rabbick that blocked their way from visiting Jaster. The determined human held their sword in place to think of the best way to defeat these three menaces, breathing slightly. Susie despite being initially reckless is actually obedient for once and waiting her ally's order to attack. Ralsei stands beside the two being the more reasonable party member that wants to think of a more peaceful way this fight could end instead of needing to beat their enemies senseless.

"Um..maybe we can ACT in a way that this fight could end without any violence. I know they have a good reason to avoid any conflict just like we do," the goat-like monster said nervously.

"Please, I say we clobber these clowns so they can come crying home to their momma. Isn't that right, Kris?" the axe welding monster said with her rightening grin.

Kris being the silent type would only remain silent as they process a good plan to take out the blockading monsters. However a portal would appear between them that shocks both the monsters and Kris' party at once due to the suddenness of it. Susie didn't hold back on getting her axe ready since she senses danger.

"What the hell? We were in the middle of fighting! Now get out here or your sorry butt can get kicked," she called.

"Maybe they come in peace? We can't just assume everyone is our enemy," Ralsei reassured his ally.

Kris would remain standing despite this just to see who is joining the battle. The other monsters would be more confused than confident in defeating their enemy anymore.

"Look out below!" a voice called from within the portal.

It would be Cody Travers who had a rough landing from his travel as he slams onto the ground fist first with a powerful thud. The Rabbick backed away slowly at the sight of this strange many narrowly punching him. Kris would be surprised since another human in the Dark World isn't the most common sight here. Susie and Ralsei being more than confused as his attire isn't like anything compared to the Light World.

"What in the world is he supposed to be, some action hero from Ms. Alphys' favorite anime?" the purple monster girl said in surprise.

Cody unwillingly, attacks the nearest monster being Scissor Dance using a pipe as a reflex.

"Hey no fair, you can't just have four party members when fighting us!" the harmed monster shouts.

"I would have to agree, we don't really play dirty around here. Just where did you come from anyway?" Ralsei wondered.

Kris silently observed the ex-criminal turned mayor from where he stood than choosing an action. The other two monsters would be shivering that the battle is "broken" in an unfair advantage for them.

"Listen up, I'm only here to gather the strongest heroes of this world since we have a powerful threat to face in my own. These people aren't nice guys so I don't want anyone holding back when fighting them," Cody announced after facing the trio.

Susie didn't know what he was talking about, only getting her air from over the shoulder and points it in his face.

"We still don't trust you yet, human. Just how does any of this have to do with us? This could be a trap just to lure us away and be your victims," the monster girl snarled.

"Well I am an honest man and not the criminal I used to be anymore. You can trust me, or the fact that your world would become unstable and fall apart. The Legion of Subspace broke the fabric of reality for countless universes, the only way to fix you own is by kicking their butts," Cody explains.

"Another world in trouble? The right thing my friends and I can do is help you. We saved this world several times already. Losing this one would be a huge shame since we share many memories here," Ralsei said.

Kris nods, agreeing with his ally's statement and no longer questioning the suspicions of Cody.

"You guys can't be serious! Anyone can come out of a portal and act like some fallen hero that needs someone's help to save their own world. I'm not buying any of it unless you prove it us," Susie barked.

The mayor of Metro City had no time to deal with any petty arguments from a rebellious teenage monster that won't listen to him. He knew too well that it was best to stay calm and not lose his temper when talking to youth like her.

"I know you don't buy it. But I do speak the truth and I've used this alien's funky dimension to travel here from the start. These bad guys will not hesitate to go for other worlds, including your own next if they take over mines. The Legion is powerful as they are massive. They are nothing like anything you ever fought before," the mayor appeals.

"Bull roar, now you are sounding like those cliche animes that our teacher watch. What's next, you seen a future where we all died? Don't make me laugh harder than I am," Susie boasts before chuckling.

"Normally I don't ever want to fight a bratty teenage Barney with an axe, but I'll gladly make an exception if it'll make you listen," Cody said before cracking his knuckles.

"With pleasure. I've always want to kick the ass of a real life anime hero that's a human. Bring it on, pretty boy," Susie said while baring her yellow fangs.

"Guys, how about we not fight each other and come to a non-violent conclusion!" Ralsei begged.

The three monsters would be left speechless at the argument that's happening in the middle of the battle, confused on whether they should attack or say something. Rabbick would come forward and clear his throat to get the attention of the heroes.

"Listen, I hate to interrupt such a chat. But as you can see we are clearly in the middle of a battle. So are you going to FIGHT or ACT instead of squabbling witch each other like a pack of wild dogs?" the dust bunny monster said.

Both Cody and Susie would glare at the rabbit monster daring to insult them while they were in the middle of something. His other two monster friends could tell this wouldn't end very well for the neat freak of the Dark World. Both the mayor and monster would lunge at the rabbit with their best fists ready to punch him out.

"Stay out of our conversation!" they yelled after knocking him at his fellow monsters.

The collision between them would instantly end the battle with a surprising 80 EXP out of the fight, leaving Kris and Ralsei speechless. It was like that which Susie gained the respect of the mayor did his strength and mutual hatred of bad guys, standing victoriously before the portal. Even Cody can see that she's going to be a great asset for the battle if Ralsei and Kris were as reliable.

"I believe you now. Let's find these Legion punks and destroy them like we did to these jokes," she said seriously.

Meanwhile in the infamous biolabs of Motavia would be that fateful day Rolf's entire party would confront Neifirst in a battle that resulted in the death of his beloved friend. This is truly a gut wrenching fight as this monster is not only linked to the creation of Nei as a Newman bioweapon made to kill humans but her hand in messing with the planet's weather machine that controls all weather on the planet. Her plan was to cause a unstoppable rainstorm that would flood humans while her bioweapon minions would slaughter what's left of humanity before hand.

"No, I've left you for a reason since I am not a monster. I would never even think about hurting humanity in the Algol system. Stop what you are doing since you'll only hurt many innocents," she cried.

Her darker evil half would only relish in her kindhearted half's futile attempts to stop her from tampering with the Climatrol behind her. Rolf would be just as angry at this monster like his party members Rudolf, Amy, and Hugh were.

"It doesn't matter if you run from your past. You were made to be the perfect bioweapon to destroy humanity. Just listening to you is boring me so dearly. If you truly want to stop me, attack me with all you have. Then I promise you that I will stop," the sadistic Neifirst taunts her good half.

This was part of her plan to bait Nei into attack if it means showing her superiority over her "weaker" half. Driven by emotions and hatred, Nei would charge at her despite her friend's warnings of not attacking.

"Nei, no! She is only tricking you so she could hurt you!" the blue haired swordsman warned.

"You realize this is what she wants, we are begging you to stop!" Amy cried.

Nei didn't care as long as she is the one to show Neifirst that she is right about humanity being worth protecting. The sinister being would be smirking since she had her right where she's wanted. With her claw in hand, the kindhearted Newman wanted to prove to her evil half that she is far from weak. It wouldn't be until a portal appears right before the evil clown that confused her. Even Nei is wondering just what would be appearing before her eyes in the middle of the attack.

"What now, we have a new threat to chase out of these labs?" Rolf said in suspicion.

Out of the portal came a series of magic puzzle gems that would pierce the flesh of Neifirst to stop her in her tracks. She cried in pain from the sudden attack that happened.

"Curses, who are you?" She yelled in anger.

Ramses herself eventually stepped out of the portal to confront Nei, but she froze as something about her seemed quite familiar. Her similarities with one of her soldiers Nel couldn't be ignored at all, similar innocence in her eyes and purple attire. The Newman is confused on whether to consider her a friend or foe because she happened to interrupt a personal fight with her loathsome human hating half. Rolf and his party still held their weapons in case she really is a new threat that is behind the Climatrol's tampering.

"Who are you and what planet you hail from? You are a human, but certainly not any alien species we know of in the Algol system," he warned.

Ramses would still have her eyes on Nei due to not shaking the feeling she could possibly be related to her fellow Seguan soldier in some way. This did not stop Neifirst from lunching from above with her sword ready to end the intruder's life.

"You will regret even making a fool of something made to kill your species. Die!" she angrily shouts.

The Puzzle Academy graduate had no time to waste on small fry like her, creating a large gem shield to block the sword strike just in time. Nei is still wondering who's side this woman was truly one if she barely know her but risks her own life to fight for her friends. Rolf is impressed this new person came to help them deal with the one responsible for the bioweapon attacks on the planet.

"I don't know who you are or why you are attacking your own sister, but you need to be taught a lesson to respect your family," Ramses said seriously.

She knocks the weapon away from her attacker's hand and launched another gem at Neifirst's stomach to push her back. She would fail to realize that she sent the evil being hurdling into the same portal she left, more or less removing her from the planet as a whole.

"Oooops, well that wasn't part of the plan," she said.

Rolf's entire party would care less as she saw this as their new ally effectively removing the problem from their world too easily without needing to destroy her. Nei overcome with emotions would hug her savior tightly out of surprise, crying into her bosom with every emotion she had knowing she can rest easy that evil half can't hurt anyone else. Ramses is caught off guard that she's showing this amount of affection just like Nel which caught her off guard.

"Thank you, for saving me from something that would had costed my only friends. Especially Rolf. I don't care if you are from another world, but you really did us a favor by removing the toxic half of me out of my life," she sobbed against her tactician gown.

"She's really indebted to you, and so are we. If there's anything you want us to do, just let us know. But after we fix the Climatrol in its current state. That's why Hugh is here since he's a biologist that knows he way around the labs," Rolf said gratefully.

Rudolf would only smile now that they had an unofficial new party member that could help with the Algol system's problems. Anna is grateful that no one needed her healing magic at all. Ramses would stroke the purple hair of Nei, gently letting her know that everything would be alright during this embrace.

"Actually, I am here for a reason. But I can tell you all later once you fix whatever this Clima machine is since things seems unstable here," she said to her new allies.

Hugh would already walk past her to head for the lab's control center if it mean preventing the planet's only weather machine from falling apart. Nei continued her emotional embrace with the mysterious ally with no more burdens to hold regarding her past. Meanwhile in a distant future where Sumire is the new head of the Imperial Division, the new generation Flower Division is at war with Gouma for the last stand against the latter's plan at unsealing the Tokyo Demon Seal. The Flower Division members Seijuro Kamimiya, Sakura Amimiya, Hatsuho Shinonomoe, Clarissa Snowflake, Azami Mochizuki, and Anastasia Palma were in the forefront taking on the demonic soldiers that piloted their Koubou for battle. It was a raging war of powerful steam powered machines to see which side would last long in an intense battle that dictated the future of Japan. Sakura would clash with one of the Gouma's strongest commanders, Yasha, in a personal fight involving their clashing ideals. The solemn doppelgänger of Sakura did all she could to fend off the young idol of her original donor as she needed to do everything to fend off the Flower Division's ace.

"How bold of you to show your face here again after I made it clear that I am superior to you. It doesn't matter if you idolize the first Flower Division hero as Japan would make a perfect home for the demons," Yasha said coldly as her Koubou's blade overpowers her enemy.

Sakura didn't want to give ups without a fight, she believed firmly that she was meant to be the successor of the old hero and doesn't appreciate anyone talking bad about her.

"Talk all you want, but demons have no place in this world. Even in our beloved country. The sooner you realize that, the more you will realize that we don't have to be enemies," she said.

Her allies were having just as hard of a time taking on the other demonic soldiers around her despite their efforts. Saijuro especially taking his time recovering from a few hits he received from enemy Kobou mechs.

"These guys are tough, there seems to be no end to this at all. Shit!" he uttered.

Clarissa and Azami would be doing their best taking on the few that were chasing them in. The battle field, Hatsuho and Anastasia also tried their best to break from several Koubou that were dogpiling them from above. The New Flower Division knew what they were up against in a tough battle like this but didn't expect the fight to end up this violent. Yasha would already have the upper hand in pinning Sakura against the ground as hard as she did during the clash. Sakura desperately shifted the gears of her Koukou from the inside in hopes that she wouldn't get crushed in the end.

"It's over, perhaps you will never be like her after all. How about I send you to the same place she's in, Hell," the evil clone shouts before shifting her gear.

"How about you pick on someone your own size?" A voice said.

Soon she felt her mech being jerked backwards suddenly without warning. Sakura also felt her mech getting lighter as if she's not being crushed anymore. Using the Koubou's special cameras. she would be witnessing an unusual sight. A muscular monk would be grabbing Yasha's Koubou from behind with all his strength since he is one for saving those he feel need his help.

"What the hell? How am I being grabbed? And by some man who isn't a demon?" she shouts in panic.

Leon was a man of ambition that wanted to defeat anyone he deems a threat, using his might to completely flip over the Koubou with a powerful suplex. Sakura is left speechless at the strange sight that just before her own eyes, blinked twice to see if she's imagining anything. Yasha is left irritated and bleeding from the slight trauma that damaged her own head from being flipped.

"Damn you, what the hell is this man? A superhuman?" she uttered.

The other demon Koubou would lose their focus on Sakura's allies to see the new threat that dared attack their superior master. Sotestu is seen standing in the distance inside of his own Koubou to witness this unexpected delay to his plans. The demon disguised as a president is left seething at the fact his own trump card gotten humiliated by a mere human that used no Koubou whatsoever.

"Don't just stand there fools, destroy that man right now! Send him to the depths for daring to stand in our way!" he shouts.

Saijuro and the rest of the Flower Division would be left wondering why their enemy were turning their backs on them all of a sudden. It wasn't until the man would see the strange monk confronting the swarm of demon soldiers that would be preparing to attack him head on.

"What the hell is a civilian doing in our battle? He's going to get killed if he don't get out of there," he said.

Leon cracks his knuckles slowly since there's more evil doers for him to correct with his fists. His legendary Sun Bracelet would begin gathering massive amounts of aura now that he had no reason to hold back anymore. Sakura could tell from the artifact in his hand that he is far from an ordinary human or someone from another demon slaying corporation. The first of the Koubou would dash at him with a massive sword ready to cleave him in two. But what happens next would swiftly defeat it before it could react. A massive spike of earth rose abruptly to fling the demon warrior into the air with ease. This is one of Leon's famed techniques, Stone Pedestal, that a high class Topaz Warrior can learn with enough training. Several other Koubou collided into a fiery explosion due to failing to slow down in time while others split up to try attacking Leon on both sides. He would use all the aura he gathered to unleash it as a powerful burst around himself to fully destroy them.

"Incredible, he's nothing like anyone I've seen in this world. I wonder if he's a demon at all," Sakura said in amazement.

Saijuro would be literally floored at just the sheer strength of their new ally. Leon would already be pummeling a Koubou hard enough to send it flying. Sotestu would realize that this flying minion would be sent in his direction, which prompted him to try running away before it lands. The wounded Yasha would already be flying in his direction while Leon was distracted to try saving her master from an untimely demise.

"You fool, I will not let our plans fall or you destroy my master," she said.

The rest of the Flower Division would draw closer to their new ally like Saijuro did as they had a few questions for him. He would care less if he missed or not as he had a feeling the demon forces would retreat instead of risking a fight with him anymore.

Good, get out of here. Had my army came through the same dimension, this would had been over in less than a second.

"Just who are you? I don't think I've ever seen a human like you in Tokyo before. Are you from another country?" Saijuro asks.

"You are quite the handsome one too. I wouldn't mind you joining our division since someone like you suit our ranks," Anastasia said.

Leon would already see that the Gouma forces were already fleeing from the distance as it didn't matter to him since he was here for another reason.

"Actually I'm from another world. And speaking of joining, I will need you all to follow me on something that concerns your worlds," he said calmly.

Next would be a typical mission in the Midnight Channel for Yu's party. They were in a brand new palace unlike all the others that appeared within this mysterious deadly televisions world. Many twisted towers would eclipse the dark road the entire party followed. Rise and Yukiko were scoping around to see if any enemy Shadows would abuse them at all costs. Yosuke and Chie were high alert to make sure not a single person is harmed, Teddie waddling ahead of the group to act as their nose to sniff up suspicious activity. Naoto silently walks as she knew that nothing matters more than making sure that she stays alive and not risk herself. Kanji slouched over with his famed delinquent walk to put a brave face on for his friends. And the main leader himself Yu would be looking ahead of himself with his sword ready if any danger were to approach. They realized that the forbidden area would be too silent as if there were no Shadows around but some just could be lurking as their prey get closer. Teddie sniffs around just in case he's missed any areas before they drew closer to the maze before them The entire gang is still feeling that this is far from an empty castle knowing their experience of exploring the Midnight Channel's worlds.

"Keep your eyes peeled, Shadows are around every corner. Make sure your Personas are ready to take out any enemies," the silver haired leader said silently.

His crew understood his words, keeping their eyes peeled for any possible danger. It wouldn't be until they would see a strange green portal appear right above the doors of the castle. Teddie stumbled back slight as he feared just what could be a Persona that's ambushing them

"There it is, a Shadow on its way to give us an un-bearable time!" the bear-like being shouts.

"Impeccable timing Teddie, we will kick this thing's ass in no time," Kanji said in delight.

"Well Chie, let's do our best to defeat this Shadow before we move on to the bigger fish that needs frying," Yukiko said before taking out a Persona card.

"Will do, I was getting tired of the dead silence in this palace," Chie said in excitement.

"Hopefully this one won't be too tough because the last few levels were taxing enough for our stamina," Rise said carefully.

"Never have fear, it's what these Shadows want and why they are a threat to the minds of many," Naoto said without any intimidation in her heart.

"Let's do this thing, bro. Because nothing can stop us after all we've accomplished together," Yosuke cheered after raising his goggles.

"Get your Personas ready everyone. Because we will summon them soon as this threat appears on my mark!" Yu ordered.

"Right!" The rest of his team said in unison.

They all gathered their appropriate Arcana cards used to summon the right Persona as Teddie is busy flexing his mascot-like arms to act tough to the enemy. They were all truly ready to attack whatever force may be rising their ugly head from the shows to feed on the minds of human beings. Yu intensely squints his eyes for the right moment since an All Out Attack could finish things. However the unexpected guest that slides lout of the portal would be the statuesque mayor of New Donk City herself that safely landed on her heels from the fall. Yu's entire group would stare at the fact that this entire time someone would not be a Shadow at all and just another visitor just like them. All of them ere left wide eyed and unable to say a single word after seeing the women dust her red business suit and wave her own famed hat. Pauline would look around realizing that this is truly a strange place more grim than Bonneton with the dead air. Teddie is left unable to say a word and still shocked at the fact that she even made an appearance somehow.

"What is some lady doing all the way in here? I can tell she's not a Persona user or a hostile Shadow," Teddie said.

"That's right, what is she doing in here? There is no way anyone would be sent to the Midnight Channel unless they were dragged in," Naoto said in caution.

Pauline would notice the team of teens and their bear sidekick, her mayor instincts kicked in to talk them down as if they were breaking the rules.

"Shouldn't you kids be home instead of being in a dangerous place like this? There could be some dangerous cats here that could harm some young ones like you," she said as if she were talking to vandals.

"Listen, we are not just kids. If anything you should be worried since you don't have the Personas to protect yourself from Shadows. They would eat you alive," Kanji barked.

"Kanji is right. You have no idea what goes on in a dangerous world like this while seeing us as mere teens that should be lectured. What are you, a detective?" Chie demands.

"As one myself, she is no detective. Probably someone of a similar authority," Naoto calmly said.

Yosuke would soon realize that a few familiar Shadows would be appearing behind their visitor without warning. They were Fuzzes, obese cop-like Shadows armed with pistols and overgrown handcuffs that were preparing to attack the unsuspecting Pauline.

"Uh lady, maybe you should make for a break for it since those Shadows are about to eat you!" he yells.

"Ha, that is the oldest trick in the book. I've spoken to hooligans your age and they would often lie to get out of trouble just like you're doing right now," Pauline said.

Yu instead crushed his famed card as he knew she would be too fixed on his team than caring for her own life. One of the Fuzzes would lick his fat lips before grabbing Pauline's hand by force, causing her to finally realize the danger she was in.

"Hey, I am a mayor and I don't need to be disrespected by corrupt cops that don't deserve their badge!" she cried.

The other would wrap his large handcuff around her body to make sure she had no chance to escape. Their wicked laughter and warped smiles would only inform her that she's stuck in a s situation that she can't leave. She tries to fight back with her might but realize she's even more helpless than she was when the original Donkey Kong kidnapped her.

"Persona!" Yu shouts.

Pauline would barely make out what she couldn't see with one of the Fuzz's twisting her face towards his massive drooling mouth. The others would care less about what happened as long as they had the devious prey to devour within their black evil hands. Soon, one of them would be cleaved in two by a fast force in the blink of an eye. The other two Fuzzes would watch as their fallen ally disperses into an inky cloud of shadows. Before they could react, both of them would suffer a few fatal sword strikes that decapitated them as well, even freeing Pauline from their grip and cuffs. This is the work of Yu's go to Persona Izanagi that he called just in time to save her. The silver haired boy is relieved that he acted just in time to free the unsuspecting victim, his allies cheering for his quick thinking. Pauline is at a loss of words over what happened or how swiftly she was saved from being devoured.

"Think we are just mere children? Perhaps you owe us an apology for doubting us while also turning your back on a Shadow. You might as well tell us the real reason why you've decided to drop by," he said with a slight grin.

Pauline quickly nods with sweat rolling down her face after believing him and obliged. In a distant future for Yuria, the skies are seen in tints of red as a result of hellish magic from the current ruler of the world along with the tearing rifts. Damned Hellstrike was no longer a threat but more they familiar foe Death Adder resurrected once more and actually winning in his cruel take over. Unfortunately the heroes of old like Gilius was no longer in this world as he made sure to kill him permanently. This left the remaining heroes to go into hiding since their failure to fend him off completely and failing to fulfill the promise to one of the original heroes. These fallen would be Kain Grinder, Sara Burn, Proud Cragger, and Chronos Lait. They would sit around a lone fire only thinking about how they couldn't anticipate a bigger threat coming back from the dead despite all they did to defeat his predecessor. Chronos lets out a sorrowful growl from his feline face as he took this defeat harder than everyone else. Only Proud came close as he owed his life for Gilius was nice enough to save him despite the fact that he was a giant and not as evil as the others he fought before. With this debt unfulfilled, the towering warrior could only sulk living with this burden for the rest of his longevity.

"We failed. Gilius inspired us to fight for our country and defeat the greatest evil. But we didn't see his death coming at all. We were fools that couldn't do what we could to prevent it. I'm shamed that my people will forever be painted as monsters because of the actions of that damned fool and this new threat," the giant cried.

"If anyone is at fault, it should be me. These claws were made for killing yet I hesitated when came approached with that other monster's blade. I had to run and knew he was far from a pushover than Hellstrike. Why?" the panther beastman bellowed.

"Something must have went wrong. We knew of the legends of Death Adder's defeat. But the fact he came back so soon…. We had no warning of when it would happen. This could be the force of something bigger we couldn't see," Sara said.

Kain despite hearing the words of his allies deep down knows that this isn't truly over, thinking about what he could do to truly fix things. He clutched at his brown loincloth on his lap tightly as he could like a warrior desiring to right his own wrongs.

"We can't go on like this forever. This is not what Gilius would want. The only thing we can do is get stronger, train harder, and actually save Yuria while there's still time. This country doesn't deserve to be ruled by any evil tyrant's grip, Hellstrike nor Adder. I will go out there fight like I always will. Anyone is free to come with only if they want. Letting our mentor's death be in vain will only be a stain on his legacy of protecting this country for so long. I won't stand for it," he yells.

His other party members would only watch in defeat despite the fire of his will never dying. It wasn't until a portal would appear right near their only campfire to alert them. Kain already had his sword ready just in time to fight this possible agent of Adder.

"To arms, we must vanquish this fiend immediately!" he ordered.

Sara takes out her famed cursed sword, Chronos growling aggressively after getting into a bestial stance. Proud finally stands from his spot to tower over this possible threat as a proud giant warrior.

"Hey, which one of you are willing to help. This is Daigo of the Tojo Clan. I've come to make a bargain," the voice called.

"Heed these words, what do you want with us? Prove that you aren't a mere spy sent by Death Adder to kill us while we are at our weakest," Kain demands.

"Death Adder is also our enemy. Don't tell me your future is like this because he's close to winning? We have yet to stop him in our time as we know it. But it can be changed if you come join our plan," the yakuza leader said.

Kain and the rest of his fellow heroes are left floored at the thought time travel is possible at all, let alone someone from the past is contacting them.

"What did you say? You knowing Death Adder as well, yet we never heard of you ever being in Yuria in a life time. We demand to know everything about what happened or more why you came to this time," Sara questioned.

The sharply dressed Japanese man would finally walk out of the portal without an ounce of fear, finally happy to see the sources of the voices that spoke with him. Proud and the other warriors would soon lower their stance and weapons as they know he isn't truly with Adder or a spy at all. Kain still had some questions for him now that he finally see he truly isn't from this world nor time at all.

"Just who are you and why should we go to the past and leave this one behind?" he asks.

Daigo finally lifts his head with slight smile now that he had the attention of the Yurian
warriors.

"You aren't leaving your past, you are fixing it. This is where you all come in. Welcome to the family," he said.

Years after the defeat of Darksol would be a universe which Mishaela was once a big threat that wanted to revive her husband Dark Sol in the near future. Granseal would be seen at peace seemingly with a prime Bowie enjoying a meeting with the other core members of the new generation Shining Force. They were all celebrating their latest victory to save the world from falling into darkness once more. Among of the members there would be a Wererat Thief named Slade who kickstarted Zeon's initial revival by stealing the sacred jewels that once sealed the great demon king. Jaha is scarfing down so much meat off the bone of his chicken slab while at the meeting to much of Sarah and Chester's dismay. The former is quite glad to be a part of this meeting as the heart of the Shining Force team, holding no ill will for her childhood friend's relationship with Elis. Bowie's loyal pet Kiwi would be happily munching on his plate of food like the hard-shelled reptilian companion he is, garnering a few awes from Sheela and Janet. Kazin messes around with his feathered charm at the table whilst thinking about if this was the time to confess his love with Sarah with the two of them beside each other. Elric would try his best not to tease him as this was his big moment to win over a precious ally.

"Greetings everyone! As you may know, we have been at peace for quite some time. No more of Darksol's lineage to face nor the demon king Zeon to worry about either. We had an ally who sacrificed himself to make sure the latter could never be reincarnated. He will always be in our prayers despite his former loyalty to the demon king's host. But this is a new beginning for us at Granseal, a dawn of a new peaceful era with me as its new ruler once I marry Princess Elis. The Shining Force shall protect this land at all times no matter the time nor cost. In the name of my grandfather who was a great man who fought the demon king Darksol before his death years ago. We are the Shining Force!" Bowie announced.

His fellow party members all cheered altogether from their leader's rousing speech with a toast of wine. Chester is feeling excited already knowing he can relax in this kingdom like old times besides a cheery Jaha. Kazin finally made his move to Sarah in the middle of the commotion, the fellow mage gladly welcoming his company. Kiwi gobbles more of the food given to him by Taya given him as she was full. Skreech lets out a might victory screech as the proud bird warrior that owes his life to Bowie for raising him as a chick. A magic portal would soon appear directly at the opposite end of the table to alarm these jolly soldiers. Most of everyone had already put their weapons away from the party which left them too defenseless to fight.

"What is that, it appears we have an intruder in our kingdom," Elis cried.

"Fear not, we can hopefully negotiate things with this messenger. Whether they are a remnant of Zeon's demonic forces or not," her brave knight in shining armor said.

Bowie himself despite his words is quite worried that this could be a new threat here to ruin the atmosphere. His childhood friends Jaha, Chester, and Sarah all kept their eyes on the portal in case they needed to gather arms. Kiwi snarls in self defense upon the sight of the glowing portal, Skreech being just as protective of his beloved master.

"Excuse me, I hope I can speak to the leader of this kingdom. Which one of you I can speak with?" a feminine voice asks.

Despite how innocent the intruder sounds, the Shining Force knew too well to be cautious as it could be anything using a maiden's voice to trick them.

"Show yourself and we can talk. Disarm yourself too while you're at it," Bowie answered.

To their surprise, it would only be an unarmed red haired princess that came from outside of this strange portal. Queen Elise arrived just in the right kingdom for negotiations with fellow royalty as Soleanna's representative. Elis grew less worried knowing that she happens to be another princess, but grew curious as she didn't resemble anyone from the neighboring kingdoms. The rest of the Shining Force stood down due to feeling she isn't dangerous nor a possible demon soldier.

"My name is Queen Elise of the Soleanna Kingdom. I hail from another world, one that's in grave danger and could threaten yours if we don't stop the dark forces behind it. You are familiar with the name Mishaela aren't you?" she pleaded.

"My grandfather and father respectively had already vanquished her and the Great Devils centuries ago. You are saying she was alive in your time as a threat? I never heard any legends that she had any interest in kingdoms outside of Guardania and others. Why should we trust you?" Bowie demands.

The rest of his guild also agreed that this messenger of theirs seemed quite suspicious and contradictory in many ways for an outsider of Granseal.

"I am telling the truth. What she had done ruined the state of my home country. A magical storm that destroyed almost everything around the planet I care about because she did a summoning ritual of some sort. That's all I know since I've spoke with other great leaders about the issue. I came here since I know some of you may know the secret to defeating her," she begged.

Elis truly believed her since she could sense no lies nor lack of genuinely in her words. Bowie being torn and confused didn't want to think that all he did for stopping Zeon's revival wasn't all for nothing if Mishaela really revived him and likely Darksol in Elise's world.

"Chances are that she bought back all the other demons of the past. But why seek our help when we know so little about your world?" Sarah wondered.

"Well if we can defeat some demon kings once, then we can do it again, how about that fellas?" Jaha said.

"I would rather rest easy since we just started to celebrate. But we are the Shining Force, we should help those in need, even if they hail from another world," the noble Chester said before swishing his green tail.

"The Elf Snipers are at your service, ma'am. Never fear!" Janet and Elric said altogether.

"Sure, I am up for another round of stopping powerful demons. But only if you have a small fee to pay for my services," the sly Slade said with his hands together.

His allies weren't surprised that the thief is still hungry for valuables in return for his help.

"I accept, my kingdom has a great amount of artifacts and gold we can give if you truly want that pay," Elise said.

Everyone would be floored by her acceptance of Slade's offer, even the flabbergasted Wererat himself. Bowie's mind was made up after having a heartfelt goodbye to his beloved princess now that he understood the gravity of this situation. He faced the reluctant visitor once more since he could tell she awaited a serious answer from her.

"We accept your offer. Perhaps putting a stop to all those demons should forever stop any world, even my own from being haunted by their terror again. Take us to where we need to go," he said.

Meanwhile in the past century of the Belmont Legacy would see peaceful times with two of the heroes that helped stopped Dracula would be alone in the moonlight. This would be Trevor Belmont and Sypha Belnades preparing for their wedding day after the two bonded well during their journey to protect the Wallacian citizens from the vampire king. Their pirate ally Grant would be hiding in the distance to see how his comrades are doing before the day the knot is tied. Deep down, he always wanted Sypha for himself and that was part of his reason for helping the defeat Dracula together. He didn't want to admit it but always felt overshadowed by the Belmont fighter but never wanted to confront him about this burning jealous desire. The Belnades witch placed her hand atop the rugged hand of her whip happy fiancé now that they have a moment of peace together with no monsters to hunt. He looked into her ice blue eyes with gratitude as he did everything to protect her from death or worse on their grueling journey with one another. They sat alongside with each other for over an hour just thinking of how wonderful their wedding days would be tomorrow.

"Sypha, you are truly beautiful as the moon shining upon us now. Hopefully you aren't much afraid of our future together. It's a new beginning or humanity just like it is for us," Trevor said kindly.

The witch stroked her blonde hair lovingly after he said so, averting her eyes as her own heart warms upon hearing his enthusiasm.

"I am more than excited than ever. We can finally settle down and no longer have to fight anymore in this moment of peace. I would do nothing but anticipate the day we finally marry. You were the first human that ever loved me instead of seeing me as a weapon just to avoid the witch trials. Leaving the church was probably the best decision of my life, especially when I get to spend it with you," she said tenderly.

Grant knew what else was going to come and turned away slowly as he didn't want to see the woman he loves sharing a kiss with anyone else. He is right as the two were slowly inching their faces together for a kiss under the moonlight. Unfortunately for them a green portal would appear between the two that would end their tender moment. Trevor quickly reached in to his holster for Vampire Killer in case it was another of Dracula's monsters as Sypha did the same for her Belnades grimoire.

"Whoever you are, minion of Dracula or not, we shall send you back from which you came," he said.

Grant also heard this portal and would look again just to wonder what could be heading their way. Outside of the portal would step a military personal with an eyepatch and rugged beard. The two would lower their guards at how strange his attire seems for a human, let alone have advanced weaponry like modern guns that look nothing like the muskets of their time.

"I have some news regarding the vampire which the two of you had killed. My son told me all about the Belmont legacy and how it happened. Hopefully none of you mind if I share that future spoiler," Big Boss said after dusting his camo suit.

"You are from the future? No wonder you don't look like anyone we would see in Wallacia or Transylvania," Sypha said in surprise.

"You know of my clan despite your first time being here? Explain, what is your goal?" Trevor demands.

Big Boss knew too well the risk of explaining much about events that concern their future generations. However he knew exactly what he was told for this mission to work and benefit the defeat of the Legion.

"Your descendants Richter and Simon are a member of an organization dedicated to protect the multiverse throughout time called the Smash Brothers. My son Solid Snake also happens to be a member who work quite well with your clan. We can confirm that Dracula is once again reincarnated in the present, your future, to help destroy all worlds in the future. Which is where you both come in to support your future generations in ending that demonic tyrant once again. Perhaps permanently this time," the agent explains.

The two didn't know how much to process anything they heard from the strange visitor at all. Grant grew interested in this conversation, but also grew offended that the time traveler came to seek only them, but not Alucard or him for help.

"Should we get Alucard to help? It wouldn't feel right to leave on this quest without him. He is his son and almost more than capable of harming him," Sypha said.

"That won't be necessary. An Alucard from a distant future when he fought beside your descendant Richter is also a member. He may be far older than the one of your time, but he's more powerful than before, so is the Dracula of our time compared to the one you both destroyed. The two of you alone is good enough for this mission," Big Boss said.

Trevor is more than pleased to hear that they can get help from a familiar ally who's far from his prime. Grant still watched the conversation from afar to see just what business this strange soldier had for them. The pirate would see Big Boss finally leading the two warriors into the green portal with him in silence soon afterwards. He didn't want to waste too much time and darted for the portal before he lost his chance to help them once more. It wouldn't be until it immediately closed before he had the chance to leave.

"Damn, just when I could have made it to the future. If only there was a way to help," he shouts after throwing a dagger against the ground.

Just to his luck, another time traveler would appear right next to his spot that is very familiar with one of the older Belmonts.

"Heavens look at the time, I was too late wasn't I? Had the feeling that there would be a specific time rift here to bring him to the future. Now what could a Time Watcher do," Saint Germain said desperately.

This was when the pirate had an idea, feeling this mysterious time traveler could be of use. In the distant future of 20XX would see better times of humanity and robots globally. However, some were growing concerned with other manners on their hands when their fellow Maverick Hunter Zero had left to join the Smash Brothers organization in another time. This would leave X and Axl as the the sole members left with new members joining their ranks like Alia, Pallette, and Layer to take over with one of their top Maverick Hunters gone. The five would be on a mission to investigate a series of rifts that were happening all over the city after an unknown phenomena occurred in their timeline. The blue Replied knew too well that this isn't normal as such a thing wouldn't happen like this if ever. Even stranger knowing that Sigma is permanently dead as of their last encounter with him during the Lumine outbreak. The Navigators that assisted him would be using their own observations to see what components were causing these rifts. Alia would realize that this wasn't done as a result of any technology of this time not the past, but something of a magical property. Magic wasn't really common of this time as the only conclusion she could think of is a force from another universe.

"X, this isn't like anything I've ever came across before. We fought viruses and powerful machines, but this is the work of something not from our time," the blonde Reploid said.

Axl matured since his last few missions with the Repliforce, now being far more responsible and not the rookie he used to be anymore.

"Should we report back to Signas about this or we think jumping inside would be a good idea?" he asks.

"Please don't do anything reckless, we don't want to lose anyone valuable to the team," Pallette sternly said.

"Everyone, stay on your guard, we have a new one opening. Perhaps we can get an explanation on why this is all happening," X said cautiously.

Similarly to his outdated older brother Mega Man, he is also a pacifist and chooses not to fight unless necessary if it means humanity and good Reploids being safe. Alia and Pallette agreed that it was best not to attack in case this could be a human as they were programmed never to harm them at all. The visitor would be just who they would least expect, the Orange Star CO Nel who came to this time to seek help. X's suspicions were true as he lowerred his X Buster slowly to come off as peaceful. His fellow Maverick Hunters did the same as they have doubts that she was their enemy at all. The blonde woman is impressed at how bright the future is from her perspective, wondering what warfare is like at this very time.

"So this is the future? Very interesting. I don't seem to see any tanks or planes, but a sure lot of robots. I wonder if there's any people I can speak with," she said in awe and wonder.

Layer did not know ether to be insulted or flattered at their guest thinking machines like them aren't people. But Alia kew that this human is specifically asking for other humans to speak with and not Reploids.

"Well most people are hiding safely in their homes and one human that made all this possible is… no longer with us….. You wouldn't happen to know what's causing these mysterious rifts lately, do you?" Axl asks in. curiosity.

"Also, robots don't need any of such weapons nor do we go do war. But we will do what we can to fight for a peaceful future for humans and robots alike. I'm not sure if you ever heard of the Maverick Hunters or know what a Reploid is, right?" Pallette asks causally.

This also reminded Nel of something important to ask since she felt something was familiar about these robots.

"Are you friends with Zero? Because I know he is a part of the Smash Brothers to serve us well. I wouldn't say I am personally a part of it, but a handful of my soldiers are a part of their ranks to protect all of reality. Which is why I am hoping you would help," the woman explains.

"Zero? You know Zero? I haven't seen him in some time. I hope you can take me to him because we definitely miss his company," Axl said in excitement.

Alia didn't know whether to laugh or find their partner's gushing of Zero cute. X however did have questions himself as someone that truly cares for his red partner.

"So you are associated with the Smash Brothers? I assume Zero must be in trouble dealing with whatever caused this. If it means us reuniting and helping fight a new threat bigger than Sigma, count me in," the blue Maverick Hunter said.

"I am coming with you in that case. He is my…. most trusted partner in the Maverick Hunters and I would want him to be out of harm's way," Layer stumbled with a red face.

As her partners could tell, they were catching on to her feelings for the red hunter, Pallette smirking to tease her voluptuous ally.

"Very well. I can completely trust you as you don't seem like someone associated with any of the Mavericks we've fought. Even your average Maverick would rather see you as prey than a friend," Alia said seriously.

"That's very true. In fact, there is more than enough humans to protect. Especially when there's group called The Legion of Subspace that is terrorizing all of reality. So they are the reason why your world seems unstable. But that's enough chatting, come in this portal if you want to learn more," Nel said before turning from the robots.

X could understand the gravity of the situation and looked back to see if his team is willing to go with him. Alia nods, Axl smirks with his pistols raised, and the two other Navigators would smile to give him the best answer. He is proud enough of their reaction to look back at the human that already left them with the right path to the past.

"Team, we will follow her into another time, to save all of humanity like we always will. But most importantly, help our ally Zero once more. Move out!" The blue Replied called.

"Right!" The rest of the team said.

The five of them dashed into the portal immediately knowing well Signas should be find handling things here.

I'm coming Zero. Please tell me that you aren't struggling too badly out there.

Off in another timeline would be one in which Link was appointed a powerful knight that once slayed Ganondorf and had an encounter with the time witch Cia. Speaking of Cia, she would resume her duty as the overseer of the Zelda multiverse's timescale with her other half Lana as her partner after the latter revived her. The once obsessed villainess who wanted Link for herself turned a whole new leaf, just taking her own duty as a time guardian serious instead of wanting to tear him apart from Zelda. This evening she could tell that the timeline is in danger once more with so many anomalies happening. From the various rifts that tore in the skies of Hyrule to seeing these same tears appear in the other realities they are supposed to oversee. The biggest takeaway is how the Ganondorf of this time have yet to resurrect but one of his incarnations from the OoT timeline is running amok in his own time. Her and Lana had been aware of the trouble the Legion had caused for some time observing how he entered other timelines to seek other powerful villains like Ghirahim and Zant. The Triforce heroes of their time were glad that their foes were no longer causing problems but still had the Ganon and related incarnations of their time to deal with. The dark skinned witch could only wonder how much trouble would happen if Ganondorf ever thought of the idea of getting his alternative timeline counterparts ever involved in their plan even if that chance was slim. The blue haired witch would be just as worried since enough pressure is on them to restore the entire multiverse back the way it was with so many crucial tales and universes messed with by the diabolical group's actions.

"This is truly bad. I never thought one version of the King of Evil would be causing this much damage to the multiverse. Closing these rifts are easy if it weren't for them being numerous. Lana, see if you can gather the right heroes to assist our mission," Cia said seriously.

"Understand. I have some good ones in mind that may be of assistance. Ravio, Marin, King of Red Lions, Tetra, Toon Zelda, and Fi. Perhaps the Link and Zelda of this world should be of assistance, if they aren't too busy hunting down our Ganondorf before he knows what is really happening. Linkle, she's a bit fickle and I would rather not see her get hurt because of some legacy she believes in," Lana said cautiously.

"That would be great. The first Warriors you mentioned are good enough. We would rather not be the reason we put other worlds in more danger so neither the Triforce Heroes of this world or the Triforce Villain should ever know. Linkle has her heart in the right place, but it's best she don't risk her own life just to be a hero. Raising Cuckoos is what she does best, this is more of a job for true heroes," her dark half responds.

A green portal would slowly appear behind them, startling the two time sorcerers into wondering who could be coming this soon. Cia could feel the pressure of this portal is different, almost alien and void of evil unlike their enemies. Lana could tell this is no ordinary magic and wondered just who their visitor could be.

"Heed my words, I come in peace. This is only a warning for what may happen to your worlds if nothing is done," the noble voice said.

"We are aware. I am not sure who you are or your goals, but our job is to look over all timelines of the heroes of Triforce. We are doing our best to stabilize this world since too many of these rifts could collapse Hyrule and the world as we may know it if nothing happens," Cia warned.

"Are you from a world outside of Hyrule? We know of all citizens in worlds that we watch from the heroes' journey. Your voice doesn't ring any bells for me," Lana sad sadly.

Ryu Hayabusa finally revealed himself from the portal before the twins, without any of his weapons show as he is here for a negotiation with the fighters of this world. He could tell by their attire that they were powerful magic users just like both could tell he's nothing like the traditional ninja from the Sheikah or Yiga Clans. Ryu isn't phased by how revealing the dark one is as his partners Momiji, Kasumi, Ayane, and Rachel were just as showy.

"We were already getting ready to mobilize ourselves to take on Ganondorf with heroes of other times. You wouldn't happen to know of them, right?" Lana asks innocently.

"Why did you expose our plan to this outsider? We do not know his real reason for being here or if he's secretly with the enemy," Cia scolds her good half.

"Fear not, we have the same goal. In fact, an alien of great knowledge of the past and future helped me reach this world. You both being prepared will only make this easy. I swear on my name as the Hayabusa Clan head that I will not deceive anyone who I aim to recruit," the ninja solemnly swore.

Cia still has her suspicions on this man despite his clear honesty, Lana on the opposite hand is quite hopeful that he could be a great help to lead the way to the source of their problems. Little did they know was that Linkle just happened to be sneaking in their temple just to ask for their help. The girl always wanted to be a hero as legendary as Link even if she knew the truth that she was never an incarnation of any of the previous heroes. Cia could only sigh knowing the crossbow toting girl shown up at the wrong time.

"We had our reasons why we didn't want you to come here. It's for your own safety that you don't get involved in such a dangerous mission. So please go home and not worry your own grandmother," she said.

"No fair, I want to help. While the other heroes are fending off the King of Evil, I want to find the root of the problem that's affecting our world, and perhaps that should be enough to cement myself in history as a true hero. Just like him," the curious farm girl begged.

"We are running out of time, so I suggest you all follow me back to the Funky Dimension, everything will be explained there. At least in the blonde girl's case since she's in the dark," Hayabusa said.

Lana nods with a smile since she want to do everything she can to help restore order to all times, leaving a disappointed Cia willing to accept defeat since Linkle will join their group.

"Yay, I will promise not to let you down Mr. Ninja. With my crossbows and Cuckoos, you won't be disappointed. Besides, I've always wanted to meet with other incarnations of the hero in this opportunity," she cheered.

"Very well, just don't die on us. As for the other heroes that will join us, give me a moment since the Gate of Souls need to be opened in a bigger space to have this mission be a complete one," the disappointed Cia said.

Off in the distant future of war beyond that of the current time of the main Five Star nations. The 12th Battalion and Lazurian Army would be at war with the Rubinelle Army as part of a conflict that occurred sometime after Caulder's defeat. Lin, Will, Isabella, Tasha, and Gage were the CO's leading their forces against the enemy nation with everything they had despite the slightly large numbers. Their leading force of the Rubinelle Army would be a vengeful Waylon who's built up so much hatred after the death of his former commander Greyfield who Lin killed in cold blood after defeating his army the first time. He's learned from his cowardice and now only wanted to make the ones who took his leader away from him pay with their lives. On the contrary, Gage is now the new leader of the Lazurian Army after his former leader Forsythe died due to injuries of his first fight against the 12th Battalion years ago. Countless Rockets, Anti-Air Cannons, Tanks, Artilleries, Anti-Tanks, and Missiles fired across both sides of the battlefield in heated warfare. Casualties on both sides were shockingly even for armies that lost their leaders as it was only a reminder of their experience since then. Will in particular never wanted this conflict to start, but felt war was necessary since Waylon dared to start an unwanted strike in their nation first. The Lazurian Army were indebted to the 12th Battalion due to becoming a great allied force for some time after Caulder's defeat.

"All soldiers take out very Rubinelle in our path. We'll have to chase these guys out by force to keep our world in peace!" Will announced.

"Since we cured the Creeper virus pandemic, we have bigger problems in the form of these tears in our sky. Waylon is probably behind this as all traces of Caulder's men were killed or imprisoned. Attack at all fronts men!" Gage ordered.

The various Infantry and Mech Soldiers fired at each other with bullets and bazooka shells in this hellish war. Lin and Tasha narrowly dodged an airstrike that the man ordered upon them by their devious leader. Lin would use her CO power to scope out the possible hiding places of these hidden enemies. Upon seeing some bomber planes heading back their way for round two, she directs the attention of her ally to give the next order.

"Right. Men, charge ahead and blow them out of the skies. Sonic Boom!" the Lazurian commander ordered from her transmission device.

Several heavy copters appeared from the dense dark clouds to ambush these planes with powerful torpedos, destroying them before they had the chance to attack again. Gage ordered a few Medium Tanks to defend the soldiers within the rig at all costs, Waylon being disappointed that his Artilleries were taken down in a few shots. Will already used his CO power to make every Mech Soldier strong enough to fend away the War Tanks that dared to threaten his own Rigs.

"You little…fine! I'll just have to go all out to destroy your pathetic armies. Send in the Anti-Tanks!" the Rubinelle commander shouts.

Soon the fearsome vehicles would be rolling from behind him with their cannons aimed at every tank or plane they could see, which the opposing forces knew weren't good.

"Damn, we will have to draw back our tanks since they could be taken down easily. Fall back soldiers!" Lin ordered.

13th Battalion and Lazurian soldiers alike would be drawing back as fast as they could from the scene, some planes or tanks still shot in the process with severe damage from these Anti-Tanks. Tasha could tell this isn't good when one of her units told her on the intercom that he was hit and struggling to fly away as ordered.

"We will need a miracle to defeat this guy. Most of our men were lost to the War Tanks and Bombers already. This isn't good," she said in frustration.

A green portal would appear before the Anti-Tanks to the surprise of all sides, even Waylon who is more frustrated that interference is coming.

"What the…never mind. Blow up whatever is appearing from that portal and then we can crush out enemies!" he said nervously.

The vehicles would aim their nozzles directly at the portal in anticipation of whatever is coming. Will's allies were more than curious of just what would be coming in between their war this time.

"Haxorus, use Slash!" Drayden's powerful voice shouts.

Out came a massive yellow armored dragon with axe-like blades on both sides of its mouth ready to attack the machines before him. In a powerful swing of his head he successfully bisects the machines with each, shocking everyone that seen this. Waylon screams at the sight before him like the coward he was, panicking that this strange creature defeated his best line of defense.

"Wh…wh…wh…why did I lose to some stupid beast. What the hell is that?" he cried in fear.

"A dragon? I thought they weren't real. Especially ones with weapons within their mouths," Will said in surprise.

"One thing on top of the other, I hope this creature is truly on our side and not some threat to dispose of," Gage said in annoyance.

The soldiers that once drove these war machines would be running for their lives as they predicted the imminent explosions that would occur from Haxorus's Slash. Waylon would be still too flabbergasted to say another orders as he watched more of his men retreat from the powerful creature, even the Infantry soldiers who knew their bullets wouldn't phase the axe dragon's armored body. Drayden himself would finally walk out of the portal knowing his trusted fighting partner did as he was told. He was shocked that there was no need for his true ace Druddigon to be involved in battle.

"Is that a man? Just where did he come from and how can he control this beast?" Tasha said in surprise.

"I wouldn't trust him just yet. There's still some questions on his motives or why he came here. We did come here to investigate the source of these portals that popped up in this world lately. He should be the one behind it all," the serious Lin said.

"I seen nothing like him before, hopefully he's truly someone with good intentions," the mysterious Isabella said calmly.

Drayden knew there was no need to fight and used his Pokeball to call the beast back within his red spherical prison. The sight would amaze all CO's on the field, even the frightened Waylon who is glad that monster wouldn't even think of killing him. The spartan mayor dusts his outfit gracefully and looks around for who to speak with. He felt it would be better to acknowledge the 13th Battalion and Lazurian Army as they seemed the less hostile of this battlefield.

"Greetings, I am Drayden, the mayor and protector of Opelucid City in the Unova Region. I've come here to warn you all of what's been occurring in your universe. You may not know who the Legion of Subspace are, but they are the fiends responsible for what's been happening. After an accident with one of their weapons, they caused a storm that ravaged my universe and possibly caused tears in other realities. But if you truly want to stop the source, I advise all of you to come with me. Everything will be properly explained," the man with the jagged beard announced.

Will and the others were thankful for the explanation the man had given then, but Lin and Gage were still slightly suspicious of how he figured out the way in this world. Waylon is both annoyed that he's ignored and the fact that someone out there is trying to upstage his goal of fulfilling his master's wishes of taking everything over. He angrily clutched at the controls within his own tank since the thought of being overshadowed by any one no matter who they were pisses him off. Drayden would soon await the answer of these commanding officers, choosing not to leave unless they all believed him. Will being someone that truly cared for fulfilling Brenner's wishes of protecting this world at all costs would look back at the strange man confidently from his own tank.

"I accept your offer. As long as you take me to the source of the trouble, they will regret ever messing with the 13th Battalion," the brown haired boy announced.

Isabella smiled since she also agree that this world wouldn't be perfect if she simply let it be overrun the way her father had done initially. Lin felt there is no choice on the matter since she will follow Will's orders despite her disagreements. Gage then calmly placed his sniper rifle on his shoulder as there wasn't any need to assassinate the man. Tasha also placing her trust in her fellow Lazurian since this war is concluded for now.

"Aren't you forgetting someone? I surrender for now, but I will help you dispose of the monsters ruining my beloved kingdom too. I may be a bad guy, but even I have my standards," Waylon beamed.

His enemies glared at him in annoyance and confusion, knowing too well he's only using this excuse to avoid death or an arrest at their hands. Drayden nods with his arms crossed now that he succeeded in his part of the mission.

"Very well, follow me everyone. I promise that you'll see the faces of the culprits and have your chance to weaken their forces. They are not like any other army out there, so expect to team up other other powerful allies from various worlds. See you all there," the bearded Dragon Type Gym Leader said.

Back in the Funky Dimension would be a packed sight of so many quests from other worlds who were truly curious on what was truly going on or their purpose for the main universe. The summit representatives like Zelda, Elise, Caeda, Hayabusa, Daigo, Ramses, Drayden, Pauline, Cody, Nel, Leon, and Big Boss were standing in the front under a massive astral projection of Lamont that hovers above them all. Everyone else however would be the visitors from other worlds including Claude, Edelgarde, Dimitri, Rhea, Dorothea, Petra, Leinhardt, Dedue, Ingrid, Felix, Lorenz, Hilda, Marianne, Yuri, Balthas, Constance, Hapis, Nia, Dromarch, Fiora, Morag, Elma, Brighid, Tora, Poppi, the Poppibuster, Kris, Ralsei, Susie, Nei, Rolf, Rudolf, Amy, Hugh, Neifirst, Seijuro , Sakura, Hatsuho, Clarissa, Azami, Anastasia, Kanji, Rise, Yu, Teddie, Yukiko, Chie, Yosuke, Kain Grinder, Sara Burn, Proud Cragger, Chronos Lait, Bowie, Skreech, Jaha, Kiwi, Chester, Sarah, Janet, Kazin, Sheela, Slade, Taya, Elric, Trevor Belmont, Sypha Belnades, X, Axl, Alia, Pallette, Layer, Cia, Lana, Linkle, King of Red Lions, Toon Zelda, Ravio, Marin, Fi, Tetra, Will, Lin, Isabella, Tasha, Gage, and Waylon. Some of these heroes didn't see eye to eye, like Edelgarde to Rhea and Neifirst to Nei, for more than obvious reasons wishing they could kill each other than being forced to team up by an otherworldly being. Isabella is curious of the kind of tech that made Poppi and the Poppibuster possible, the two robots being unphased by the attention they were getting. Trevor was unsure if it was a good idea to team up with monsters like Chronos and Neifirst as someone that believed all creatures like these were too dangerous for mankind. Lin is impressed by the weaponry that Morag and Elma had, the two being flattered by their fellow commanding officer.

Susie is surprised to see that there were so many humans around her, knowing that Kris is far from special anymore upon this fact. Teddie tried to say hello to the tall Skreech, only for the bipedal bird creature to screech at the smaller bear being. Sakura had a bad feeling about this new mission, only feeling that just the humans around her were the most trustworthy. Chester wasn't very fond at the stares at him for being a centaur as he hoped that this could be a quick meeting. Dorothea sings to herself just to pass time as Rise dances to the rhythm of her beautiful singing voice. Clarissa is amazed by how beautiful Brighid's fiery blue dress was, greeting her in a courtesy. Proud is almost flattered that he finally met someone almost as large as him in the Poppibuster and King of Red Lions. Tetra feels a slight gun envy knowing that Lin and her fellow CO's happen to have true guns compared to her water shooting flintlock. Slade and Ravio got along well due to their interest in the ancient treasures of the past. Yosuke tried his best not to get nervous by Cia's showy attire, the latter almost feeling a slight rush from it. Yukiko of course kicked his shin to keep his eyes off the time witch since she felt it was rude to be perverted to a new ally. He wasn't the only one as Elric felt nervous by Layer's unique attire, causing the purple haired Reploid to blush in embarrassment at the thought a human-like being finds her attractive. The owner of this funky dimension clears his throat finally to get everyone's desired attention. This would be loud enough to be heard endlessly throughout his green world, amazing a portion of these heroes. They directed their attention on the projected green creature before then with his big eyes gazing upon these travelers.

"Greetings y'all. The name is Lamont, Funkapatomus of the planet Funkotron. Welcome to my crib, the Funky Dimension, playas and ladies. This is the bridge between time n' space, many parts of the far multiverse as y'know it. Normally I used this world to seek the funkiest things for my home planet, but enough about that. You all are here without a doubt to protect the fate of your worlds, all of them included. Those Legion of Subspace fools are messin' with the natural order and laws of physics, your worlds would soon collapse if we don't stop them soon. This is where all of you come in as representatives of your respective universe or point in time to defend it. Your first mission is to guard the leader of the planet Earth of this universe, the Prez, from any Legion menace that may head his way. There's no doubt that they are coming since word on the street is that they already split off with one group headin' our way. Now y'all are strong and skilled in your own ways, so this task shouldn't be harder than arithmetics. That's pretty much the down low. Now anyone got good questions?" the alien leader explains.

Murmurs between each member arises as this task was simply put together so quickly without enough context of why they were needed. Big Boss had the feeling things would be this way as he knelt his head down in solitude. Princess Elise however has the sliver of hope that this plan isn't in vain and would buy enough time until backup defends the leaders and G.U.N representatives. Princess Zelda knew this was the only way since the Hero of Time is too busy handling the situation in Hyrule alone as she felt it was her time to help for once. Daigo strokes his miniature goatee in eloquence feeling his services would give his best Tojo Clan members all the help they could get.

"As the keeper of all timelines involving the Triforce Heroes alongside my accomplice Lana, I am more than happy to help restore order to the way it should. Allowing the Bearers from three separate timelines to join this Smash group already disrupted the balance and even more disorder from this Legion group is reaching catastrophic disasters. Normally I don't mess with the affairs of these timelines physically, but it's high time that Lana and I can set things right for once," Cia announced.

This is one of the rarest times she ever been this serious as a time guardian, which her blue haired partner could notice due to how dire the situation is for both of their duties.

"So what we are dealing with here is a bigger threat than all Shadows of the Midnight Channel? It's a miracle that we all found the way here thanks to that red swinger that found my group. Our Personas are what makes us strong, as well as our own teamwork," Yu said.

"If the one named Death Adder is here, then lead us to him. There's some personal business my party have with him for killing our master Gilius from our time," Kain said before gripping his sword's handle angrily.

"The Shining Force is here to deal the final blow to Mischaela's whole legacy along with the Demon Kings to bestow peace upon the lands of my time. You will not regret this decision," Bowie proudly declared before raising his sword.

The rest of the famous guild cheered after raiding their own weapons too as dedication to the cause of the Shining Force.

"As long as Dracula is causing trouble, no matter the time, my fiance and I will will vanquish that demonic monster before he take away the lives of many. I swear on my weapon Vampire Killer that he will regret ever walking this Earth or reincarnate again," Trevor said seriously.

"For the future of my fellow Abyssinians, I will do anything for their safety. If it means cutting them down to size with the help of my team. Or else I am not the Savage Mockingbird," Yuri said.

"The Battalion 13 and Lazurian Army will do all they can to assist you. We have hundreds of men under our alliance and a variety vehicles of war that should be of assistance. If it's not just ordinary soldiers to handle, we will make sure to find a way since strategy is in our gut," Will said before beating his own heart with one hand.

"I really appreciate the enthusiasm, but slow down y'all. I can only take so much information in my brain. This is good that you all seem to grasp the gravity of your situations. Because that isn't the only part of your mission. I will let y'all in on a little secret. I've allied with several space teams to protect this planet from an invasion that will happen soon. But don't you all worry your heads as the team I hired will take good care of them. But what matters more is that you protect the summit and chase them Legion fools out of here," Lamont announced.

"The sooner we can do this, the better. Because I still have some unfinished business with this eye patched fool and the rebel when this is all over. The Adrestrian Empire will rule all of Fodlan. I will not forget to destroy what's left of the Church of Seiros, including this monster that wanted me dead for not following her infernal cult," Edelgard said, glaring at her three unwilling foes.

Rhea in particular could still harbor that same hatred for her not wanting to stay loyal to the church, especially with how the war she caused caused the Garreg Mach Monastery to fall apart and almost killed her.

"And tell me why we are forced to work with a tyrant that clearly wants to colonize countries against their will? I'm all for saving our worlds, but not throwing my dignity away to support these kind of people," Sara said with her arms crossed.

"Of course the savage wouldn't want a perfect world under the rule of a better leader. I would hold your tongue if I were you or that pretty head of yours will fall off its shoulders," the Black Eagle's representative threatened with her axe raised.

"Normally I would not harm a fellow man with Vampire Killer, but I'm willing to make an exception since you are no less wicked than Dracula," Trevor said coldly.

"I wouldn't do that one bit. Edelgard is my prey and I deserve to kill her before anyone else does. It's befitting that my former childhood friend turned murderer of my father deserves death at the hands of my beloved Areadbhar," Dimitri growled.

"Can we please not think about killing? We are here because we were entrusted to save our worlds. Can we put our differences aside and be friends?" Ralsei pleaded.

"That's not how the world works. You can't simply tell someone to forgive the killer of their loved one. It's beyond messed up ever to tell anyone to simply get over it and hold hands. These things aren't black or white," Yosuke said.

"While that may be true, we can't also say that this isn't the right way either. This is why I forgiven Cia and even was happy that a miracle brought her back from death. She's the dark half of me, but still a fellow sorcerer that knows her responsibilities and even regret everything she did because of Ganon's evil. This is what I believe in, doing anything to take out the greater evil for a better timeline," Lana said calmly.

Cia could appreciate the compliment from her good half quite a lot, as she felt the same way once she was saved from Phantom Ganon's darkness that revived her.

"While you may have your heart in the right place, I'm afraid what happened between Faerghas and Adrestria's leaders is more complicated than that. You see I believe in a world that Fodlan is open to the world while the other two wouldn't want that. I want to incapacitate the enemy while they would rather kill them. We are all too different to ever put our differences aside. That's why I would sooner see Fodlan reduced to nothing by the Legion than being saved by the four opposing sides. The sooner we accept that, the more we realize that this plan of this charming big eyed creature is all for nothing," Claude said theatrically.

Being someone known for his theatrics, he would be hoping this would set aside the egos of those truly against the idea of agreeing with the plan. But the way he said it made it sound like he is being very hopeless to shock everyone around him. Lamont didn't know whether to feel insulted or confused to hear doubts of his plan this quickly. Rhea even didn't know how to feel about what was said either since she wants a Fodlan kept at piece by the goddess Sothis for years to come. Amy couldn't help but to notice that she's very weak if quite hurt badly since her attack from Thades' Demon Beasts during the fall of the monastery. Being a graceful healer that cares for all those hurt, she felt the right thing to do was to help her injuries.

"Still the same as ever, Claude. A fool who thinks any problem can be solved through the least violent means. I care for my home as much as I don't want to be ruled by that red wench, these Legion monsters won't know what will hit them when my empire crushes them all. And it will only be when people will know the name of the Blue Lions. I'll always aim for the heart and never miss unlike those wasting their time on the weak to compensate for their delusions," Dimitri said under his breathe.

Amy already started using Doheal to slowly recover the body of the former Archbishop with everything she had. Edelgard is left in this strange mixture of anger and offense as she held axe-like Hero's Relic in hand. She wasn't sure whether to be frustrated that her own enemy is being healed or Claude implied that she would let the very country her empire wants to rule fall because of her willingness to not work with her enemies. She never wanted to be doubted or seen as less of a powerful leader than she already was, which Claude could tell that his own words were working. What really got to her as well was the subtle shade Faerghas's leader did about her and saying he would do a much better job at saving Fodlan's collapse than she ever would. Many things plagued her own boggy mind from wanting to kill both of them right now to simply saying that she will prove them wrong when the time comes.

"Why are you healing me? You barely even know me yet chose to remove my wounds," Rhea asks as she started to feel stronger.

Her frail weak state from being imprisoned for so long was no more thanks to Rolph's best healer nursing her back to help with her magic. Part of her wished she would have found Seteth or Flayn to assist her since the group had been separated for so long since her defeat and imprisonment.

"Because if we will save our worlds, you will need to be in your best shape. I always help those in need. It's what my captain had always supported," the pink haired mage replied.

The former Archbishop had no way of responding to her kind ally's words, knowing well that she's on her own without her knights or monastery to fight for. The Maverick Hunters would be watching this with their own eyes from the distance, most notably X and Alia. They never thought they would see someone so kind to someone they barely even knew. Which also shown these robot freedom fighters that humanity is always worth a cause worth fighting for with reasons like this. Another thing came to mind now that he remembers the real reason he came here.

"Lamont, I am wondering if you are familiar with the Maverick Hunter Zero. Because as his closest ally, I would like to know what is the status of him or the Smash Brothers for that matter," the blue android asks.

The alien leader wasn't sure how to answer this since the only groups he ever contacted on Earth were only the President and all members of the summit. Another factor is that he would rather keep his agenda hidden from his three favorite Funkotronian agents that are unaware of what their leader is doing behind their backs.

"I don't know how to tell you this, but I do not know. But I can use my Funky Dimension to show you where he is. The only thing I've seen was the future which everything is lost and you ain't ready for that," the alien said solemnly.

"I'm begging you, please show me Zero. Don't just do it for X, do it for me too," Layer begs.

While Reploids are incapable of crying, they can still be just as sad as humans. X could tell through the Navigator's eyes that she is more than worried for the Red Hunter's safety because she loves him. On a whim, Lamont begins rubbing his tiny hands on his head to mentally control a projection that forms within the dimension. This allows him to see at any points in time or even look for specific individuals in the multiverse. This was how each summit rep was able to find these heroes in their search for help. Yu anticipates the power of his universe just to see what he is up against, so does Naoto who is just as interested. Cia and Lana could easily see similarities in their time orb that allows them to oversee the Hero's Journey through various worlds and timelines. Kris silently stares at this fizzing screen beginning to form before their eyes, Ralsei and Susie becoming just as interested. Sakura stands from within her special Koubou wondering if this is her only way of seeing where the Sakura she idolizes is. Bowie being someone from the future wonders if he could see his grandfather or granduncle at all if this is truly the time when they were young. Trevor is torn ever whether he wants to see Alucard first or any of his possible descendants who have join the Smash Brothers' ranks. Rolf always had weird dreams of a previous hero that defeated Dark Falz and always wanted to see if she exists in the past. The projection finally appears for everyone within this green real to see and what everyone would see is less than ideal. Once X taken a gander, he felt a true sense of dread and anger. Zero is in a state of stasis with Dr. Wily working on his body. The series of wires would be entered in the red robot's body while the gem on his forehead is open for a special chip to be inserted. It appears he is slowly being reprogrammed while he's out cold from his defeat from the failed airship attack and kidnapping by his brother Bass. The other Navigators and Axl were at a loss of word at the thought Zero is being done this way against his own will. Layer is the most broken by this revelation since she always hoped that he would be good hands with the Smash Brothers and this wouldn't happen.

Zero, what have they done to you? I thought this would never happen.

Alia would tell by how broken her purple haired partner looks from seeing something so horrible happening to the Reploid she always had feelings for.

"Hahahahahaha, Bass really outdone himself for bringing me back a rebel that truly disappointed me. Zero was meant to be my ultimate machine more obedient and powerful than him, yet it's a disappointment the virus transferred to another host instead of staying within him. But this time with my prototype Roboenza successor, he'll be back to his roots and contribute what he was always meant to do. Destroy that blasted Mega Man and perhaps all those treacherous machines that dare turn on their master. Perhaps even go further to wipe out Dr. Light so he may never think about upstaging me again. Hahahahahaha!" the devious scientist said.

This revelation shocked the Maverick Hunters as they never knew this entire time that their own ally was the reason Zero made their former leader Sigma the enemy or that he was created by a dangerous man like Wily all along. X was truly the most shattered, as someone who always saw Zero as a valuable partner and friend for their many missions to protect human in their year 20XX. Trevor could easily see that man is easily a human that twisted enough as the vampire lord, which says a lot as someone who never personally saw a human this evil. Even the kindhearted Ralsei that rarely hates anyone couldn't help but to feel disgusted at how different Wily seems from his own human ally Kris. Neifirst however would care less as she sees Zero as a mere machine who's purpose is to be a tool to the very humans she hates.

"Zero, how could you never tell us the truth behind your origins? All this time we were fighting beside our own enemy all along," the broken Axl said angry with his head held down.

"He was a Maverick all along, but passed on his evil to someone that meant so much to the Repliforce. Colonel, Iris, they all were victims because of Zero all along," Alia said sadly.

"I can't believe he lied to us. None of this should have ever happened if Sigma never agreed to going on that mission. Signas told us that this all didn't line up without reason," Palette said angrily.

"Zero, all this time. I could had been the next victim had I gotten too attached to him," Layer said blankly, struggling to avoid sobbing uncontrollably.

"Does this come as a surprise? You are just machines. Only hollow shells meant to be slaves to humanity. The sooner you realize that, the less you'll act like something you are not. Only bioweapons are the true arbiter to universe," Neifirst shouts in glee.

X would silently see who would have the nerve to call him something he isn't, holding back only little bits of his pacifism to avoid making a mistake he can't undo. The Navigators and Axl also didn't appreciate a non-human organic being daring to call robots mere slaves when they have no knowledge of the future when robots become almost as independent as humans.

"Just when I thought I've knocked some sense into you, feline. How about you hold that tongue of yours when you will need their help if it means saving your world. Now it's becoming clear why your sister isn't quite fond of you," Ramses announced.

The Seguan tactician had no time for any conflict happening at all between these otherworldly allies, especially when she understood the pain Nei when through understanding what she really was made for. While the kindhearted Numan girl appreciated her new friend's defense, she would rather not be called a sister to the side of her that wants to erase humanity.

"You're just jealous because those robots are cooler than you. You better be glad they don't think about kicking your shaved butt. Or would you rather I do it instead?" Susie growled.

Ralsei not even once think someone like Susie would ever stick up for people she barely knew at all. Kris had a feeling this is probably due to the Neifirst's actions giving good monsters like Susie a bad name with her behavior. While she may be brash and always wanted to kill every monster she met initially, her bond with the other two heroes changed her in ways that she can have more compassion since their journey together.

"I'm afraid the ogre is right. You really have to put someone's differences aside than kicking then while they are low. While the concept of these "robots" are new to me, I still see them as people and just as much of a help if it keeps our universe from falling. That's why the Shining Force is truly special. We are a unique bunch that fought wars together. Elves, dwarfs, whatever Kiwi is, centaurs, humans, druids, bird men, you name it. The sooner you learn that, the more others would accept you," Sarah said in frustration.

Susie didn't know whether to accept "ogre" as a compliment or an insult the more she thought about the pink haired mage's words. Trevor even thought about it himself after listening, realizing that he did feel a similar way about Alucard initially until he learned that he disapproves of Dracula's actions as his son. Remembering this made him realize that he is not in a place to really judge these non-human allies as horribly as Dracula's minions unless they are surely loyal to him.

"Enough! All these talks of world ending only shows just how little faith you all have in your own abilities. If it means much, I will be the first to actually get out here behead all of these fools. Including that weak old man who thinks he can use that red golem to stop me. Rhea, Claude, Dimitri, I'll not even see you three as enemies for the time being. But if you get in my way or stop me from claiming their heads, perhaps I can change my mind," Edelgard warned the other Fodlan citizens.

Claude nods thankfully since his plan to get under his rivals' skins successfully worked. Dimitri would only stare at her without an ounce of emotion knowing well he would care less about her threats toward his life. Rhea would only remain silent after Amy had finally finished healing all of her wounds. The green haired descendant of the goddess is more than glad that she can no longer feel weak anymore as if she's getting younger. The red haired healer smiles knowing her patient is more than happy with her medical magic treatment. Rolf and Nei were both more than proud of their party member proving why she's the team mom of the group. The latter is even happier that many were not only defending her but also shutting down Neifirst's nihilistic approach on life. Edelgard would care less about the fact that Rhea was healed due to her status as an unwilling ally instead of a prisoner anymore.

"Your shadow sure is a disobedient one, isn't it?" Kanji said to the Newman girl.

Nei didn't know how to respond since the only shadows she can think of are ones from the body than the kind Yu's group fight on a daily basis.

"She's just the half of me that was split from my body when I was born from the biolabs. Nothing about being a shadow," she replied.

"Shadows are the dark manifestations of the human psyche. The lower parts of themselves that they don't show to anyone. They gain independence if you don't come to terms with them. At least you could say that other lookalike really could be your Shadow despite me not sensing her as one," Yu replied.

Nei couldn't comprehend the words of these high school Persona users as this is a new concept to her. X finally decided to be the better Reploid and choose to put his X Buster away as it wouldn't be right for him to go against everything his creator Dr. Light stood for. He would instead still look at what's happening to Zero on the screen to truly understand that Wily may be connected to his creator somehow. His green eyes would only be instead filled with hope that perhaps he could find his creator in this time as this was the past and his robotic knowledge could find a way to undo Wily's new virus is possible.

"Maverick Hunters, our new mission is to find my creator when this is over. He could be the key to saving Zero and bringing him back to the way he was. His past doesn't matter or who created him, he is still a Reploid at heart. Are you with me or not?" X called to his allies.

Axl really did feel his blue superior is on to something as Zero was like an older brother to him and filled that hole that Red once held in his life since joining the Maverick Hunters. The Navigators were still on the fence, unsure if this is the right move at all. Layer mostly since she is feeling perhaps a redemption is in order for the one she loves since she isn't as close to Zero as the other Maverick Hunters. Alia on the other hand thought more about this Shadow theory that Yu mentioned, feeling this could easily be applied to Zero as the virus that moved on to Sigma like be his Shadow while Wily is giving him a new one against his will to make him his original self that he wanted to run away from. Pallette do feel there is a great plan going with making a cure for the virus, but she's unsure if it could be possible when such cures never existed in her time when destroying Mavericks were the best option.

"I'm in. If your creator is smart as that bald loser who's changing our Zero, then I'll always follow you X," Axl said.

"It is true. I just have a feeling that Light may know this Wily person enough to have the same robotics skill as him. It's our only shot at bringing him back to his senses. For Signas's sake," the blue Reploid replied.

"But let's not forget the reason you are here, to help defend the Prez. I know y'all want to save your friend, but it's too dangerous to storm for the leaders the way you are now. Consider this first task a test to see if you are truly ready to topple those Legion fools over. You'll have plenty of time to save him later," Lamont called from above.

"Understood. This is a long term goal since even I don't know where Dr. Light is now. Or if he's still in the old lab he's created me in," X replied.

"His whereabouts are unknown. But I've heard that your big brother from this time, Mega Man, saved him from Wily's clutches according to my intel. He's part of the same Smash organization as my son, the Belmont descendants, and Zero," Big Boss said.

"Mega Man….you mean Dr. Light created him just like X?" Alia said in surprise.

"That's true. He once told me that I was a successor to his past creation that was destroyed when I first met him. Possibly by Zero when he had that virus sometime in the future," X said.

Trevor just remembered something really important that came to mind, his ally Alucard.

"Funkapotamus, show me where Alucard is. I need to see where in the world he is," Trevor called to the projected green alien.

"A'ight, I'll do that. But like I've said to the blue funky robot, don't forget what your first task is," Lamont replied.

The alien begins rubbing his head once more to create another mental projection within the Funky Dimension. The one previously showing Zero's operation soon disappears and blurs to quickly change into another point on the planet to seek the dhampir hero. Everyone would slowly look forward to seeing what they could be revealed by the alien's funky telepathic ability. The screen would finally reveal the state of the long lost ally of the Belmont, now fluttering around what appears to be in an overly cartoony town of some sort with civilians surrounding the man's fallen body. Some of these civilians seem strange in their own way like an apple boy, grumpy coin man, living barbershop signs, an elderly kettle, two cup headed boys, a chalice girl, tall weather enthusiast with a pointy nose, a large carrot, a large potato, a large onion, a smiling blue slime, two frog boxers, and a walking yellow carnation. It appears that he had fallen in the Inkwell Isles, home to Cuphead and several other victims of the World of Light incident in the past. Trevor is relieved that his ally is safe but wonder what could have happened that sent him here. The curious cup boy with the red shorts would be poking the delicate face of Alucard in an attempt to awaken him. The citizens could tell he wasn't from any of the isles with how less of a toon he looks compared to the rest of them. Some being slightly afraid knowing the resemblance he has to a vampire. Mugman however would be shivering and stuttering in fear upon realizing this and slowly pulls a familiar weapon out of his blue shorts.

"You think we should stake him, just in case he would want to suck our blood? I don't think we should be helping a monster like this at all, Mugman said in fear.

"No! Don't think about harming my precious ally. Lamont, you will have to send Sypha and I there to save him!" The Belmont warrior called.

"Chill, maybe they won't do anything to him. And besides, I did say I would only show you where your pal IS than sending you there," the Funkapotamus said.

Then next thing that would happen is Cuphead smacking the stake out of his brother's hand to surprise the other onlookers. Mostly because something about this vampire felt familiar to him as if something may had happened between them previously.

"Mugsy, what did I say about harming good guys like him? Yous outta be ashamed of yourself! This is the guy who's part of that group that saved me, you, King Dice, and The Devil. Remember? You wouldn't want to blow our chances of joining their ranks one day," the red brother scolded.

Trevor sighs in relief knowing that someone is keeping his ally from getting killed for his heritage. But then Trevor realized something felt familiar about what he mentioned. He had a faint memory of being reverted to a Spirit due to Galeem's light and how his descendants used his power to fight the very beings in the end. But these memories were foggy since he wounded up back in a forest where Sypha and the Alucard of his time had found him.

"Hey alien, show me where my grand uncle Max is. I am curious as to what he's really up to," Bowie called.

"I demand to see Master Gilius too. Perhaps if you can show both of their locations," Chronos said.

"A'ight. But will you all slow down since these mental projections can cause a headache, ya dig?" the annoyed Lamont said.

He proceeds to rub his head once more to change the current projection into something else to look for the very people they desired to see. Bowie held his breath since he truly wants to see just what his bloodline is up to if Mishaela's family was causing this much trouble in the past. The four pupils of Gilius truly awaited to see their master once more even if this was him in the past before his death. Lamont would already feeling a slight pain in his head as this could be the last time he shows the location of any individual for these guests. Big Boss still communicates with his intel as this is valuable information to pass around Zanzibar Island. The next scene depicted in the mental screen would be the famed green dwarf and prince of Guardania having a private talk in what appears to be a dorm. Sara is relieved to see him again, even if this Gilius is younger and not past his prime like the one they personally trained with. Kain could tell there's no mistake that he has the Golden Axe beside him, same one that Death Adder used and years later Damned Hellstrike. Bowie could easily tell that Max is of the same bloodline as him from his youthful appearance even though seeing him as not an old man felt so surreal to him.

"What do you think we will do next? I'd imagine once we protect Valua from this Galcian guy, we are free to finally head back to G.U.N. as promised to prepare for war. I feel we've been wasting too much time while Mishaela claimed enough lives under the Legion," Max said in concern.

"I getcha mate, we all have to end this quest sooner since I don't feel any younger despite all I've done to keep the Golden Axe out of the wrong hands, Adder will only keep coming back and back since I can't truly put him down," the dwarf said after sipping some water from an old mug.

Some of the summit leaders could recognize that they are talking about the same Valua that Enrique rules, but really wondered why would they go there of all places when there's a stand in leader already defending it.

"I can understand that the captain feels very in-debt to this Enrique character. But I'd say he's a tad paranoid, the Legion is too busy fixing their ships to travel anywhere. That's why they sent that robot instead which we've reprogramed to spread the word of our message. The more forces we gather, the likelier we are to win this war. I'm personally hoping that message gets spread to Guardania soon since the rest of the Shining Force deserves to know everything," Max said seriously.

"So your old old man was also a member of his own Shining Force? I guess it all runs in the family to start these guilds," Sarah jokingly said.

"Whoah, now that you mention it I can see where Bowie gets his determination and looks from. I wish my ancestors were this cool," said the amazed Jaha.

"But what really gets me the mention of this "robot" and gathering more allies. Maybe after we chase off the forces that come to the place we will be, we should reunite with them to be of help," Chester suggests.

Kiwi happily chirps since the green draconic pet also agrees with the centaur knight.

"Perhaps you are right. We came here for a reason and that is to make sure our master do not befall a similar fate to what happened in our time. Also fell Death Adder at all costs," Proud beamed.

"Speaking of which, Majima had recently contacted me about his current whereabouts. He appears to be traveling with Kiryu's daughter somewhere in America in a vehicle he found. He have yet to meet this robot but have been making his way here in hopes of meeting up with me," Daigo said.

"I assume he is a part of your yakuza family, correct?" Cody asks.

"Precisely, we always keep up with one another. Even Kiryu recently contacted me about his inability of reaching here due to handling other manners. At least I know what he's up to since he's aboard the same ship as the two we are watching," the Tojo Clan head replied.

"That is true, his father Dyne was nice enough to inform us that he is currently using the Delphinus, I believe a Valuan airship that used to be a part of Enrique's empire. If only there's a way to properly track it down or send a message," Leon said.

Abruptly, Pauline's cellphone would be rumbling within her red dress pocket to catch the mayor off guard. She knew it was important enough to pick it up and answer.

"This is a Mayor Pauline of New Donk City, who I may have the pleasure of speaking with?" she answered.

"This is the President speaking, we have more leaders here that want to hear a rundown of our meeting. Especially big ones who are a part off the Smash Brothers with urgent news of a new discovery," the voice said.

Daigo, Big Boss, and Princess Elise drew closer upon hearing that familiar voice. Ramses had a feeling a familiar ally came just in time since she previously talked to him before. Nel hoped this means the other Orange Star CO's had arrived as promised or some of her troops with Smash Brothers are back with more intel.

"Very well, we will be on our way," Pauline replies, hanging up her phone immediately.

Lamont knew it was time for the leaders to be sent back where they belonged since something important is in session.

"I heard everything loud and clear. Don't forget this Funkapotamus can see and know all. Stay where you are since this will only take a second to send you out of here," he said.

"That's correct, the President want us back in the summit. All important leaders of all kingdoms, countries, towns, cities, and islands should be there for any meeting. Any matter involving they Legion is to be discussed in private," the New Donk mayor said.

"Affirmative, since I also happened to receive new information myself thanks to some help. Take us out of here," Big Boss ordered.

"Don't leave just yet I feel as Granseal's strongest warrior and future prince after marriage, I should be there since there's some things I'd like to discuss," Bowie called.

"You are more than welcome to join. Especially when there's much to talk," Queen Elise said with a smile.

"Don't forget your end of the bargain with our riches, girlie. My services aren't for free and I still want to know if my help is needed," Slade called.

The rest of the Shining Force would only glare that their thief ally is still thinking about gold than other important issues. Edelgard would step forward knowing political manners should always be discussed when this also concerns her growing empire.

"Consider me to join this summit. Perhaps Claude, Dimitri, Yuri, and Rhea are free to join since they run their own armies. I would love to discuss everything that's happening to Fodlan," she said.

"You are free to come as long as you behave yourselves. The three of you proven to have some animosity towards each other and the President don't want a meeting to become an unnecessary bloodbath," Leon warned with his arms crossed.

"This should concern Signas as well. If possible, send us back to the Maverick Hunter base. He deserves to know everything that's happening to Zero," X said to Lamont.

"I feel maybe the Dark World King or Queen would want to know as well if you give my group a chance to revisit our world. Right, Kris?" Ralsei asks.

Kris nods slowly in response understanding the urgency of this.

"Perhaps Commander Sumire should be brought here to investigate this. Lamont, can you send my team back so I can retrieve our leader?" Sakura begged.

The big eyed alien had the best answer for this as time travel is risky enough so to have someone from the future meet their past self could bring great consequences.

"No can do, girl. But what I can do is use my mind to seek the Sumire of this universe and bring her here. Besides, you don't want a paradox to happen if anything were to happen to either of them if they came together. And think of this as a learning experience for the one here so she can be a leader before that time comes in the future," the Funkapotamus warned.

"I also agree with this mindset. This is also why I choose not to bring the hero and princess from my universe with me either as it could be a problem. Also, the Phantom Princess and Hero of Lorule are risks that are just about right to take from the Hyrule Multiverse," Cia said.

"Couldn't agree more. Leading on my Hyrule counterpart in my universe was a risk worth taking if it meant Yuga's defeat. Unfortunately for that dark mage, he made his way to this universe with the Gerudo's help. Which should be stopped at all costs," the bunny masked shopkeeper said.

"Allow me to represent the 13th Battalion as its leader. Some political negotiations with the other leaders of this universe sound ideal to discuss the prefect strategies regarding the Subspace terrorists we have to trump," Will offered.

"As the main commanding officer of the Lazurian Army, I'll go too. Tasha can stay here to keep any eye on that Waylon fool before he tries anything funny," Gage said after reloading his sniper rifle.

Waylon gulps after realizing that he'll have to be monitored by the best air fighter of the group, the red haired woman looking less than amused at her current role as babysitter.

"But I lead an army too, why can't I be the one to join the meeting?" the frightened man begged.

"Because you aren't fully trustworthy yet. Reminder that your army did attack our nation unprovoked which was why the 13th Battalion had to assist us," Tasha warned.

"Good call. The less moles we have, the less chaos will happen between all leaders. A summit like this don't happen too often and this is the only exception because of the grand scale of the damage this group is causing to our world," Nel said before winking.

"Correct. I'd rather not any of my information get leaked to the enemy. It will look bad for my fellow agents on Zanzibar Island. The more secure, the better," Big Boss said with a nod.

"This summit is already private enough with no media coverage that the Legion probably thinks G.U.N. is the President's only line of defense. That's part of why our plan won't fail," Zelda said calmly.

"It's all a matter of who from the Legion will come since their alliance will only grow bigger from here knowing former Smash members like Ganondorf and Bowser gathered forces from around the world and various planets and universes. We'll only have to tough it out if this is their best shot," Pauline says after tipping her red hat.

Lamont just got finished sending X's group and Kris's party back to their respective worlds to gather the right leaders for the summit in green flashes. Gage, Will, Daphnes Nohansen Hyrule, Cia, Lana, Bowie, Edelgard, Rhea, Claude, Yuri, and Dimitri gathered around where the other summit leaders were to prepare for their turn to leave this dimension. Linkle would only stand frustrated that she has to stay here since she wasn't royalty, a political power, or leader of a true army to join this meeting. Waylon cries with Tasha holding him back from behind to keep him from following her superior. Sakura stays and accepts her current role, trusting that Lamont will bring her commanding officer of this time to the meeting safely. Slade clasps his naked rodent hands together thinking about that treasure reward for doing this favor for the Soleanna queen. Yu and Naoto stands beside one an other with so much thoughts about all of this and this may be connected with an old enemy in any way. The entire group would be sent away in the same manner as the last few by Lamont's funky powers, leaving him to watch the remaining guests until they next phase of their plan. This left Nei thinking about what You meant by Neifirst being her shadow. The Newman looks over at her dark counterpart left angry and confused over why she was dragged into all of this instead of following her true goal. She couldn't help but to wonder what it would be like if she can somehow embrace that side of her instead of being forced to destroy her or be destroyed by her.

Meanwhile back at the President's meeting room, it seems they had to expand the table with additional tables with the urgent news that more leaders would arrive. The Commander would be watching the process go underhand since his GUN soldiers were doing everything they could before the new leaders arrive in addition to the others that were sent on the mission by Lamont. The President still remains in his main seat after his short discussion with the remaining leaders on what their next plan is. Toadsworth converses with Mayor Dour over a possible but risky plan that could involve getting the princess back. King Mii is nervously adamant on taking Monotoli's offer on sending more resources to Foursome from his Find Mii Kingdom. Marina and Pearl wonders if Inkopolis is fine with their disappearance since the band is acting as their proxies for new Splatfests. Lidia and Hayate talk about the possibilities of an alliance if it means confronting the Legion themselves. The Nimbus Land rulers and Pufftop rulers were getting along very well for their similar ideals and economics of their respective kingdoms. Mayor Kroop is struggling to understand the string of words that King Jujun had for him recording the banana shortages on Monkey Island after the Crabuchin's crew attacked Monkey Island. Queen Bean and Chief Yoshi talks about how happy they were to appreciate Mario's help when their kingdoms were in serious trouble. The door finally opens to reveal none other than Daisy who taken a quick shortcut to the summit using a Subcon potion.

"Yoooooooooooo! Daisy is in the house!" she beamed in excitement.

This grand entrance surprised more than everyone in the room, as they expected the matriarch of a country to be a bit more reserved. The Commander keeps a straight face as he is better off not smiling when this meeting is meant to be a serious once. The leaders from the Funky Dimension had finally arrived along with the few new faces that wanted to be a part of it. Zelda would be surprised at the two time witches that appeared next to her, feeling something about then were slightly familiar. On their side, Cia and Lana knew too well that this is the Zelda of the Hero of Time's universe due to their experiences of watching this world. The latter is surprised that she can see her in person for the first time since she had only met ones from the Downfall, Child, and her own timelines. The King of Red Lions' kingly form could tell there is something about this incarnation of Zelda that felt more mature and less young compared to his own daughter. Nel is glad to be in the grace of Will and Gage of the 13th Battalion and Lazurian Army respectively. Olaf, Eagle, and Kenbei grew suspicious of the two younger CO's that appeared before their eyes. But especially Olaf, as the oldest leader of the World Star countries not feeling anything familiar about the two. The main Three House leaders, former Archbishop, and fourth house leader all sat near Caeda after their quick warp. Shockingly, Edelgard and Dimitri were true to their words on feeling neutral when not a single one of them minded being close enough without any thoughts of killing one another. Claude gave the princess of Archanea a friendly smile, her wave back nervously as she's unsure how to break it to him that she's already engaged to Marth. Yuri silently minded his own business as he sat alone, Rhea knowing too well how seclusive he is when in a new environment outside of his own zone.

"Welcome Daisy, we have been expecting you and hopefully a few other fellow leaders from the Smash organization. Are they with you too?" the President asks.

"Uh huh! It's pretty obvious why Marth can't be here, but we have a few others here who can happily represent their armies and kingdoms. Let's all give em a round of applause," the tomboy princess says playfully.

Daisy steps aside to introduce her peers who finally arrived with her through the same means. First to step in is a guest few would expect being Wario, who owns so much property from castles to gaming companies that he might as well be a leader in his own right. Toadsworth frowns due to still not forgiving him for stealing the princess's statue in the past.

"This ruffian? Why I never? There is no reason we should allow this man in important matters like this!" the elderly Toad beamed.

Wario paid no mind to the fussing mushroom man as he's too busy laughing and flexing his own muscles. Leon is one of the few who is more receptive of the portly yellow man, mostly acknowledging his strength as an individual being something worth respected. Roy of Elibe would walk past the arrogant Wario in silence as someone who wanted to take this meeting serious. Then came Chrom and Lucina since the Ylissian father and daughter felt it was best the both come as royalty from different times. The tall goddess Palutena walks past Wario gracefully to his annoyance and he's finally knocked over by King Dedede's gut. Several of the leaders grew alarmed as they knew him too well as someone who was formerly associated with the Legion. The GUN Commander in particular greets him with a harsh glare even though he is thankful for the Intel he had given his best agents. Toadsworth also directs his anger from Wario towards the penguin king, startling him from his sharp black eyes alone.

"You had the nerve to come here when this is your fault the princess was kidnapped. I say we send this cad away for all the chaos and misery he had caused the Mushroom Kingdom!" the elderly Toad shouts.

"Should I send my best Piantas to chuck him off the building?" Mayor Pianta proposed.

The king instantly drops his carefree demeanor and gulps at the thought time clearly want him dead just for existing. Lucina had no horse in this race as defending him wouldn't be a good look for the Smash Brothers. Wario is more annoyed that Dedede knocked him aside than thought that many were close to kicking out a valuable ally.

"I can understand how some of you feel about our little troublemaker here, but it's clear that he deserves credit for owning up for his actions. He may had assisted in the hostile take over of many countries with the Subspace Diffusion Bombs, but he actively betrayed his own organization and was willing to help take part in a raid to free Sonic the Hedgehog. Dedede has every right to take part in this summit since he has some things to discuss," Palutena announced.

"I'm afraid the Goddess of Light is correct. Anything can change, even those that made mistakes that out this universe in a bigger state of unrest. Hearing him out is for the best since he sent one of his best commanders back to Popstar just to bring more help. Truly powerful friends who assisted Kirby once in taking out a threat like the Void Termina," Chrom added in Dedede's defense.

The king started to feel more at ease when the two were certainly help in lowering the tensions. Several of the representatives within the room started to slowly believe that he truly is here to help the summit than cause any trouble. Edelgard started to keep her eye on Lucina the most as something about her felt slightly familiar. The Ylissian princess noticed the Adestrian queen's curious gaze, averting her eyes as if she's staring at her Mark of the Exalt.

"Very well, he is free to stay here, but that's not to say the other reps here will be convinced. And what's this you say about new friends coming here to help? Perhaps from the same planet," the President said.

Dedede gathers the courage to speak for himself despite that animosity towards him. Palutina gave the king a generous wink since the centerstage is now in his favor. Rosalina soon teleports into the room without warning, with her same yellow Luma and the wise Polaris beside her. This black Luma is one of the oldest Luma that cared for the Comet Observatory with Rosalina for eons.

"Miss Rosalina and I have discussed something quite grander than a star. We have visitors coming and these don't seem hostile," the black Luma announced.

"That's right. Bandanna and I were part of a group called the Star Allies that fought to save the universe from those Jambastian nuts. Many members were old friends of Kirby that fought to save the world. Unfortunately some are enemies that likely joined the Legion, like that Milky Way Wishes jester and that mirror version of Meta Knight. So they should be here shortly to give us help. It was my idea to tell Dee to seek others from Popstar. So much for a "Legion apologist" like myself," Dedede said before chuckling to himself.

This impressed a majority of the leaders within the room, even the President is seen seldom in this great turn of events.

"And these Star Allies are quite the strong bunch? We at GUN demand to know all about them or at least personally ask them since they finally arrive at the White House if possible," the GUN Commander said.

"Some of them were also victims of the great World of Light incident. I am not sure if you have any memory, but it was when gods of light and dark had fought to control this world before, vaporizing them into essences of themselves called Spirits. We saved every single last individual, good and evil, from various universes and timelines. Ridding Galeem and Darken for good with their power. The powerful the Spirit truly judges how capable they are in person," Lucina explains calmly.

"I can especially remember Coo, Kine, Rick, Nago, ChuChu, Pitch, Doroach, Gooey, Susie, and Magolor. Assuming they are what makes up the Star Allies group," Roy wondered.

"You bet they were. Don't forget Ribbon, Adeleine, and Taranza while you're at it. I guess those Jambastian Mages also count, but they more or less disappeared after we saved their leader Hyness from his own darkness and purified Void. Probably off with their own matters," Dedede said while stroking his chin.

Things were becoming quite clear to Edelgard the more she listens to their conversation. She especially remembered how one day the incident after the war happened and bright light consuming them completely. The last being she remembered seeing when she went blank was Lucina's very face before everything went back to normal. Dimitri also began to felt a sense of deja vu as well just trying to remember that day the light consumed their war. Especially remembered what Cuphead said in that mental screen Lamont shared with everyone in the funky dimension. Suddenly, the door bursts right behind them without warning from a powerful attack that surprised everyone. Rosalina immediately creates a celestial shield bubble to protect her Smash allies from the flying doors that would have struck them. This still left pieces of the now smashed white door flying in various directions that would have hurt the reps.

"What the hell was that?" The GUN Commander shouts.

Ura Ura lets out a powerful crow to shatter the pieces that would have hit his fellow Chicken Elders, Ramses immediately made several gem shields to block her fellow members on her side of the table, Ryu and Hayate swung their swords at the right moment to slice the pieces that came northward, leading Drayden and Lidia to strike the remaining white wood chunks with their strongest strikes. Everyone grew on the high alert as if they were being invaded this soon by the Legion. However, something about the threatening aura would only be familiar to the Smash members. Dedede and Daisy opened their eyes just to see a familiar glowing red eye only one Fighter would have. Roy, Chrom, and Lucina grew even more cautious since it's someone they've always had strong suspicions of being Legion aligned. The frightened yellow Luma hides behind his mother upon seeing this frightening fighter for the second time. Rosalina assured him that things would be alright, glancing at the threatening man once more. The President and GUN Commander were more than weary since this person is quite infamous for the chaos that he caused to the world before, or more his entire family lineage from both sides. The man pulls his fist back after that punch, calmly approaching the meeting from the shadows within his black suit. The duck-like hairstyle and the glowing eye unmistakably belonged to only one man and truly one of the more frightening Tekken tournament fighters ever. A recent addition to the Smash Brothers always known for his unpredictable and unclear motives finally shows himself to his team once more for the first time in a while.

"Having a party without me? How cold, especially when the G Corporation is one of the biggest companies in the world. Once which I control and makes me qualified enough to be a part of it," Kazuya Mishima said with a wicked smile.

Rosalina undid her shield as her fellow Smash members gathered before the meeting table if it means defending everyone. Several armed members like Big Boss, Gage, Olaf, Kenbei, Eagle, Will, Claude, Marina, Pearl, Dyne, and Daigo aimed their ranged weapons directly at the intruder that dared to break into this grand summit uninvited. The least brave of the leaders like Hyoda and King Mii cowered in their seats hoping that this invasion dies down. Kazuya once again feels the least threatened at so many guns and a bow aimed at him like this would do a single thing.

"How delightful. But the thought of wasting my Devil Gene's lasers on you all will be irrelevant since I have my reasons here. Like finding ways to send my stubborn old fool of a father back to hell where he belongs," the devious man said.

Both the GUN Commander and President were still angry as ever at the thought this man broke into the White House just to ask for their help by force despite other problems to deal with. Lidia however would be the first to speak since she knew something wasn't right about the Tekken veteran's statement.

"Heihachi Mishima is dead! Your excuse to interrupt important matters that shouldn't concern you or your corrupt bio genetics business. Get out of here or else I will be force to make you with my own strength," the Polish Prime Minister threatened.

"I'm afraid she is right. We didn't contact you nor even sent you to the Smash meeting for great reasons. Knowing your history with terrorism goes hand in hand with your entire bloodline, we had to trust you as much as we've trusted Sephiroth, little," Lucina said with her Falchion ready to fight.

Dedede breaks out his trusty hammer since he has no reason to fear any former Legion allies anymore with new ones on his side. Kazuya still refused to get into his fighting stance at all to their confusion, his motives seemingly unclear as ever.

"What do you really want? We know all about how dangerous your clan is for the Devil Gene among other atrocities. Why should we help you, demon?" The GUN Commander said.

With a single smile and his Devil Gene eye dimming down to reveal a normal eye, the Mishima Fighter felt the cat's out of the bag completely.

"That old fool still lives. He sent me a message about teaming up with powerful allies and forming an alliance with the Legion. While telling me that he will truly end his entire bloodline alongside the world in due time. You all are truly naive if you think you can stop them with their numbers growing every second. So I will ask this again, will my company join your little political alliance or not?" he explains once more with his devious grin.

From Wallacia of the past to the year 20XX, many famous heroes and even lesser than good foes were gathered by the twelve summit leaders that were sent by Lamont's Funky Dimension powers. True to his word, the Funkapotamus is doing everything he can to be of help to the most important Earthlings of the planet. This plan started off quite shaky due to factors like the Three Houses leaders hatred toward each other and Neifirst's nihilistic feeling on humans, but it slowly worked out after many truly understand their purpose. Several Smash Brothers have arrived to join the Summit to speak about what they've encountered in their previous missions. However Kazuya Mishima decides to drop by with an offer the government can't refuse. We'll learn the true reasons behind this in the next chapter. More surprise guests will also attend the Summit soon, especially a certain "beastly" group. That aside, have a good one folks!