Trails of Cold Steel: Twilight Saga

by mysteryfriend16

The Great Twilight and Rean's been capture by Osborne and the Gnomes. Class VII, old and new, join by everyone throughout the world begin their plan to stop Osborne, and the Great Twilight. With war on the horizon that leads to the end of the world, they seek answers, and plan to rescue Rean in the progress. Will they save the world before the war or darkness consume all?

35. Freeing Eyrn

Dateline: September 2 1206 Saturday

(Trails of Cold Steel III ost - Things to Tell You)

Fie was looking at the sky at the deck where she's having some time to herself. Her Pokemon, Serperior, Blaziken, Incineroar, and Scizor approached her as Seperior approached her.

"Sep..." Fie's Seperior look at her with a sad expression along with her Pokemon.

"I'm all right. No need to worry." Fie said, petting her Seperior's head.

"Blaz." Fie's Blaziken said.

"I know. But that's just how life is, yeah. I'm glad I got one final chance to see my dad go off with a smile, one last time. Thanks for looking at for me everyone, even when I let out all my tears last night."

"Roar." Fie's Incineroar gave a thump up.

"Scizor." Fie's Scizor respond with a happy look.

"I think I been here long enough. Come on. Let's go back inside." Fie said as they follow her.

---

Inside the Bridge...

Everyone was waiting at the bridge, while some were talking, playing games with each other while others were concerned for Fie. And speak of the devil, here she is.

"Thanks for waiting." Fie said with a smile, accompanied by her Pokemon.

"Are you feeling all right now, Fie?" Brianna asked.

"Yeah, I just cried it all out." Fie replied. "If I kept it up any longer, the boss'd never let me live it down."

"I see." Laura said before she went over to hug her.

"I know how it feels to lose a parent who raise and even train you as a mercenary." Ike said. "I'm sure Byleth and Brianna can relate to that too."

"Yeah. Rutger may be gone... but he always be with you in spirit." Byleth nodded. "As we all saw, All Rutger wanted was to see his beloved daughter off with a smile."

"Yeah. A daughter being surrounded by family." Sara nodded.

"The guy lived life on his own terms. Not as some immortal Awakener, but as a human being." Crow added. "Gotta say, he left on one hell of a high note."

"He sure did." Levi nodded.

"If you've gotta go, you may as well go with a smile on your face, and that's exactly what he did. All we can do is smile back." Ash said

"Who are you and what have you done with Ash?" Venti blink.

"Damn it, Bard! I was trying to be cool here!"

"But Ash is not wrong." Nahida smiled

"Yeah. I'm sure Xeno and Leonidas would say the same." Gaius nodded

"Yeah..." Fie nodded.

"Life begins anew for someone." Mona said

"Yeah. The end of a legend. And the beginning of a new Zephyr." Randy said.

"We know just how powerful they are. Having them on our side is reassuring." Altina said.

"We'll have to show them that we're no pushovers either." Musse added.

Rean nodded. "That's right. And we can start by overcoming this next trial, no matter how stacked the odds."

"And with Draco Sanctuary gone, it's time to turn our attention to the Stahlritter, and Lianne herself." Levi declared. "I imagine that her kid, Noel will be there as well."

"Right. It's time to head to Crossbell at last." Juna said.

"The place of my lord's Rivalry." Duvalie added before she sighed.

"Duvalie, are you sure you'll be okay?" Ashe asked.

"Some of us will go against your Lord. Are you truly prepared to face your formal comrades including your master? I know this isn't easy." Ingrid asked.

"I don't need you to worry about me. The Jaeger King showed us his resolve, so it's only fair I do the same. I will do all that I can to persuade my lord to stay with us after the Rivalry. The battle itself is another matter. I don't believe my lord would look kindly upon such unnecessary consideration."

"I believe you're right about that." Laura agreed.

"It appears that her objective is to protect the future of the Empire. The same applies to Aether, the Golden Wanderer himself." Emma said.

"Although the question is how they can." Kazuha said.

"Right. Our goals actually align, in a certain sense." Gaius added. "So there's probably some hope there."

"Not to mention we can recruit Aether again. And Paimon too." Mona nodded.

"Well, if we can't demonstrate our ability to get past this, then it's all moot anyway." Celine said. " Valimar's new evolution, thanks to the Palatinate Knight's power, is going to be a big help."

(BGM ended)

"Right, the power received from the Jaeger King. We owe it to him to make the most of it." Rean nodded.

"That we do." Fie nodded as well.

(Trails of Cold Steel IV ost - Crimson Flash Shadow - Radiant Wings-)

"Next on our agenda...Crossbell." Olivert said. "It seems our team has an update for us."

The monitor begin to show itselve to everyone and on the screen were Schera, Agate and Toval.

"Agate! Schera!" Tita smiled

"And Toval as well!" Rean added

"Hey there, everyone." Schera greeted.

"We heard about the Jaeger King." Agate said. "Good work. Musta been tough."

"Yeah, thanks." Fie replied.

"So how are things going in Crossbell?" Sara asked.

"Right. There's been some movement that's caught our attention." Toval answered. "Word is, there's a giant pillar of light shooting right out of the wetlands."

"Wetlands? The same place where we fought Rufus after he got his Divine Knight?" Levi asked.

"Right." Emma nodded. "I think that only the Sanctuary has been moved, like before."

"There are also eyewitness accounts stating they saw a 'shining knight' fly off in that direction. In attention to that." Agate said. "Which means there's no doubt she'll be waiting there for you...Ouroboros' strongest, the Steel Maiden."

"My lord..." Duvalie said quietly.

'As expected that she would be there. I imagine him, too.' Xehanort thought.

"The time's finally come." Laura added.

"There are also a few eyewitnesses stating that the shiny knight was carrying someone in the hand as well as a flying fairy flying next to it." Scarazard added. "But if I can guess after what you all found out two days ago... It may have been Aether and Paimon. The Mushroom Kingdom S-rank Bracer... no... The legendary Golden Wanderer of Erebonia's legend himself."

"Damn. I never knew that he and the Steel Maiden go way back..." Toval sighed. "Not to mention another legendary hero who has been in Erebonia since its birth..."

"And the same who collected the first Arnor to rule Erebonia as its Emperor." Olivert added. "With the Golden Wanderer at her side, I can imagine it will be more than a gruesome fight."

"We can also add that Rufus will also plan a countermeasure to prevent us from reaching the sanctuary as well. Crossbell is his territory." Kamek reminded

"Yeah, we'll need to be extra careful." Juna agreed.

"And there are no barriers over it like last time, right?" Rean asked.

"Right. It seems that the only experimental Garguntua-class battleship was the one we encountered yesterday." Towa replied.

"But we can't discount the possibility of other means to prevent us." Soren reminded.

"Soren's right. Our enemy will use any tricks they have at their disposal." Hubert agreed. "Even if it means they'll be using the same method as before. Or something else entirely to act as a barrier."

"They're right. That's something we need to look out for." Yuri nodded.

"Thank you, bracers." Olivert said. "We know you're busy, and appreciate you taking the time to contact us."

"Hey, it's was no big deal." Toval smiled

"Security seems to be light right now, so we're about to head over to confirm things ourselves." Scherazard added "Watch your back, okay, Olivert? And make sure to get them there."

"You got it. You be careful too. Until we meet again, Schera." Olivert wink.

The monitor was switched off.

"So, Crossbell, huh? The area's on the brink of turning into a battlefield once the war begins." Jusis said

"Yes. It looks like the invasion of Calvard will begin from Tangram Fortress on the east side." Juna sadden

"And right before that, we face the biggest hurdle of the war's shadowy underbelly." Musse nodded

"In any case, we need to prepare ourselves to the maximum extent possible." Alisa advised

"Right. To stop the Great Twilight, and to somehow stop the war." Elliot nodded

"I kindly requested that you allow me to join the fight, starting today." Sharon smiled "Please call on me without hesitations if such a need arise."

"We'll be counting on you." Kurt nodded

Alisa sighed "Your wounds has only just healed, though. I don't want you overexerting yourself."

"Sure, but we could really use her abilities in battle. Let's get this party started, kittens." Angelica nodded

"Considering the circumstances, I'd like to depart for Crossbell as soon as possible." Olivert said. "However, a number of orders have also arrived, so please do give them a once-over when you have a moment."

"In the meantime, I'll map out a safe route to Crossbell." Towa added "It's looking like this will be our last foray into the western half of Erebonia for a while, so make sure you don't leave anything undone!"

"Right!" Everyone nodded as they went to the Terminal for the requests.

There are two requests that are on sight.

Task: Alster Assistance

Client: Toval

Pay: 8000 mira

Term {S}

"I was originally supposed to tackle this request, but my plates kiinda overfloweth at the moment. You guys think you can check it out for me? All I know is that Kai and Tillia are having some trouble with an especially ornery monster over towards Alester. The Pokemon within the town notice something was wrong and even fed off the monsters. Maybe you can ask them if you got a translator like Celine. I'm sure they'd be happy to see you again, anyhow! -Towa

Task: N. Langquedoc Canyon Monster

Client: Radiant Wings

Pay: 8000 Mira

Term: {s}

A powerful monster has been spotted in North Langueyon Canon.

Monster: Yyd Vanas

Locatoin: Languedoc Canyon - North

We should be able to handle it on our own, but we'll have to act quickly.

"So we got two request this time. One for Alister and the other is the monster." Rean said. "Sounds like there is a situation there."

"And looks like we need someone who can understand Pokemon. Myself, Mewtwo and Celine can help." Lucario said. "If anyone planning to go to Alister, then you should take one of said names to go."

"Right. And if it need some investigating... perhaps I can go?" Naoto Shirogane asked.

"Well, considering that I will check it out. Mewtwo, Naoto... Ah, wait. Shirogane-san, Diluc, Cecil, Princess Camilla and Ventus. You want to visit Alster with me?"

"If you insist." Mewtwo said.

"Ooh sure! This sounds like a mystery!" Cecil said with his eyes sparking.

"Try not to get carried away, Cecil..." Martin sighed.

"Hehe. Of course, Rean." Camilla giggled.

"Count me in!" Ventus said.

"Huh. I been meaning to visit Alster, so thank you for inviting me." Diluc said.

"Hmm... For this monster. Perhaps I should come along for the fight. It's time for these old bones to exercise." Makatov said.

"In that case, I better go with you, old man." Laxus fold his arm.

"Then you can count on us to come along too!" Bickslow declared along with the Thunder Legion.

"This monster problems sounds like a perfect job for us! Like a real man!" Elfman said.

"Hehe. I don't mind a nice little walk." Miragane giggled. "You coming Lisanna?"

"Sure!" Lisanna nodded.

"Well, might as well tag along before I go drinking with the drinking pals." Cana said as she begin to drink.

"Do you have to drink now?" Lucy sweatdrop.

"Okay, now that's settled. We'll do the usual thing and get ready." Rean said as everyone nodded and took off. "So, Crossbell, huh... Levi and the others infiltrated it once, right?" Rean wondered. "I admit I'm worried about the city, seeing as they have a war brewing right on their doorstep."

"Rean." Elise called out to him, accompanying her is Alfin along with their Pokemon.

"Until we make our way to Crossbell... If you make any more runs to the surface, we'd like to join you.~" Alfin giggled.

"Your Highness... and Elise?!" Rean eye widen. "Um, I'm not sure that's-"

"There is still a lot happening in western Erebonia. And as Towa's representatives, there are matters that we must attend to. Feel free to call on us to battle, along with our Orders and Pokemon, and anything else you might need."

"Heehee. We did received my brother's full approval, for the record!" Alfin giggled. "Tagging along would also allow me to see the current state of the Empire. I'd really appreciate the escort."

Rean sighed. "You two have really grown up. All right, fine. But don't overdo it out there."

"You got it!" Elise and Alfin nodded

---

In the Shop area...

Kurt came into the Shop and see Musse talking to Anna.

"Oh hello, Musse. Are you planning on buying something from Anna?" Kurt asked

"That's right. I was going to ask Becky to see if she has a Razer Claw I can give to my Gligar." Musse answered. "There's a condiction for Gligar to evolve into Gliscor if he holds onto it and in battle. And if he win or in battle, he'll evolve into Gliscor."

"Really? Come to think of it. I think Emma mention she evolve her Snorut to Froslass by using a Dawn Stone." Kurt said.

"Indeed. I been doing a little research but turns out you can evolve your Doublade into a Pokemon called Aegislash by using a Dust Stone."

"Aegislash?" Kurt asked as he pull out his ARCUS Alpha and look up Aegislash.

"Aegislash, the Royal Sword Pokémon and the evolved form of Doublade. A Steel and Ghost type. Aegislash has two forms, one offensive and one defensive, that it uses in battle. Its Ghost-type powers can also control the movements of people and Pokémon. Stories say Aegislash can detect the natural qualities of leadership, recognizing a true king."

"Oh my. Aegislash looks formidable. I never knew Aegislash is capable of such power." Kurt said in surprised.

Musse giggled. "Indeed. It would be wise to get a Dust Stone. Of course that's up to you. I want to evolve my Gligar as soon as possible. Considering we will need our Pokemon in the coming battles."

"You're right. I need to train my Pokemon as well and help them evolve. Ash and the others have been training and doing Pokemon battles. I can't afford to fall behind."

"Well since you're very fired up about it! I have Dust Stone ready to use!" Anna winked. "That will be over 7500 Mira."

"Oh my, is it that expective? Or you're just that greedy Anna?" Musse giggled. "But very well." She handed over the amount.

"Thank you for the business~" Anna smiled. 'Now to rope up the other one.' She gave a devil smile.

Kurt sweatdrop. "Why do I get the feeling she's going to be difficult?"

---

Persistent Study... Rean, Laura, Duvalie, Blue Lions...

Rean was walking around the Courageous II when he entered the training ground where he see Jessica and Wayne training, though it seems Wayne lost.

Hundred-form Military Combat maneuver 22 'Plunging Slice'... Argh... How am I supposed to improve this attack?!" Wayne complained. "And this isn't the only one giving me trouble... Why the hell is it so difficult?!"

"Like I've said a million times, you're overthinking things, Wayne." Jessica sighed "It's not just recreating how a move looks from the outside. You need to grasp the logic behind it. Not that I'm in a position to offer much."

Jessica, Wayne, hey." Rean greeted them with a smile as he approached them. "Getting a bit of training in?"

"Instructor Rean."

"We are, in a certain sense... I've asked Jessica to observe me just now. Even though I know she wants to focus on her own training. I'm sorry, Jessica." Wayne sighed. "I'm being selfish."

Jessica shook her head. "Oh, I don't mind at all. In fact, observing your movement is good for my own training. It gives me another approach. I'm sorry I can't offer better advice. The Schleiden School does have its share of fencing techniques, but overall, it's primarily focused on spears. Any help or advice I share is just being more conceptual than anything concrete."

"No, it's incredibly helpful. It's proving to be a good reference for my improvement. With the way things are for me right now, It's not so much who's giving me instruction or advice. It's a battle with myself. I must overcome my own limits. I won't keep you any longer, Jessica. You really should focus on your own training. I appreciate all the help." He turn to Rean. "And you don't need to worry about me, Instructor Rean, I promise."

"Wayne..." Jessica sighed as Rean hum.

"All right, so I have an interesting proposal for the two of you. In the end, there's no better form of training than sparing. So if we could find a way to make your training more meaningful. " Rean smiled. "Just leave it up to me. Can I get you two to wait here for a moment?"

"Insturctor Rean...?" Wayne blink, turning to Jessica who shrug as Rean walk out of the room.

"Is he...?" Jessica begin her thinking pose.

(BGM ended)

---

A minute or so later...

(Fire Emblem Three Houses ost - Respite and Sunshine)

Rean brought Laura and Duvalie into the Training room, and the surprising part is the Blue Lions are here too.

Duvalie grumbled. "How the hell did I wind up here? More importantly." She turn to the Blue Lions. "Why are you guys here?"

"Well, each of us is actually planning on training, so call it a coincidence." Dimitri said.

"Well some of us were planning on sparing." Felix said. "Until we run into Rean along the way."

"We wouldn't mind giving a helping hand too. And if you're hurt, Mercedes can help patch you up." Ingrid added.

"Indeed. I'm also happy to assist as well." Laura smiled. "What say you, Duvalie?"

"W-Well I was just thought it would be good for me to get some exercise in! I'm just here for MY benefit, that's all!" Duvalie answered

"For your benefit? What do you mean by that?" Annette asked.

"Maybe if I can guess, maybe a better chance to become close with everyone?" Ashe asked

"Wrong!" Duvalie yelled, causing the others to sweatdrop.

"Instructor Rean? When-?" Wayne turn to him.

"So we have Laura S. Arseid, Duvalie the Swift, Dimitri Alexandre Blaiddyd and his friends... no... Classmates from Fodlan if I recall." Jessica turn to Rean. "Does this mean that you're going to have us spar with one of them?"

Rean nodded. "You got it. Though the Blur Lions just happened to run into. But they don't mind helping. Anyway, you and Wayne are going to fight as a team."

Wayne gulped.

"I'll finally have the honor of seeing your Schleiden school techniques from up close, Jessica." Laura said.

"One of my dreams have come true, thank to you for agreeing to be involved!" Jessica smiled with pride.

"But what's with this arrangement, Instructor Rean?" Wayne asked.

"Your Hundred-form Miltary Combat fencing techniques adopt the forms of the Arseid and Vander styles. And Duvalie's sword technique, the basics of which she learned from the Steel Maiden, share many points in common with the Aesaid style." Rean explains. "Of course, we have Dimitri, Ingrid, and Sylvain who are more practitioners to Lance, Felix, a Swordmaster of his own right of Fodlan style of swordsmanship. He's also been learning and adopting techniques into his own form of style. I heard that Ashe is also good with the lance. Dedue is a strong knightly figure who knows how to perform defense movements. Annette is a strong mage with mastery over wind magic. Despite that, she's still learning like the rest of us, while also shown to have skill with an axe like Dedue. And Mercedes who is a remarkable healer. Should any of you be hurt, she can, as she said, heal you guys up. Each of them are students of King Byleth who has shown mastery over many forms of swords, magic, and even martial arts, before his reign over Fodlan, Professor Manuela and Professor Hanneman from Fodlan. You'll find much more to learn from them than my Eight Leaves One Blade style. And the same can be said for Jessica's Schleiden school techniques, of course."

(BGM ended)

Yes, that's exactly right." Jessica nodded

"That make sense... So this is probably the ideal type of training for us." Wayne agreed. "It seems like a real challenge, but that just means that it's truly worth doing!"

(Fire Emblem Three Houses ost - Fodlan's Wind (Rain))

Duvalie let out a "hmph." as she draw her sword and shield. "Your first opponent will be me and Arseid. I won't be going easy on either of you!"

Laura took out her greatsword. "Nor I... I want to see both of you reach new heights! It'll be the groundwork for your future development."

Jessica and Wayne took their stance.

"Y-Yes, ma'am!" Wayne exclaimed

"Understood!" Jessica nodded.

"All right." Rean stood in the middle, raise his arm. "Begin!" Then swing it down

Wayne run toward Duvalie and swing his sword as she block and countered by slashing him. Jessica launch a few jabs onto Laura which she block and swing her Greatsword to strike Jessica. Jessica block gracefully before launching a few trusts and then slash at Laura. Laura block until she slash Jessica until Wayne's combat linkability Vengeance activated and slash her. Duvalie swing her sword swiftly at Wayne as he block but then got struck by Duvalie's swift movement as Laura raise her greatsword and unleash a mighty swing to push back him. Jessica swirl her Spear and then imbues it with ice powers and then unleash a trust projection onto Duvalie and recovered, raised his sword in a circle fashion, imbued it with fire and then slash through said girls.

Duvalie used her craft: Storm Brand and strike, shocking both Jessica and Wayne. Jessica rush toward Duvalie and let out a series of jabs, but Duvalie block them with her attack and riposte as Laura rush to swing at her. Wayne block and protect Jessica in time. Wayne let out a few swings at Laura while Jessica launch some few jabs and slash on Duvalie. As Laura and Duvalie block their attack and counterattack to swing. Jessica block Duvalie's slash while Wayne rush over and slash her. Laura swing her Greatsword onto Wayne, but he block it and was overwhelmed by Laura's strength. Jessica came to the rescue as she launch a trust attack onto Laura, which she block with her Greatsword, Wayne then buff himself with a shield stance and small boost.

Laura unleashes a powerful clockwise to push Jessica back as Duvalie rushes and slash her. Wayne imbued his Sword with fire and then rushed toward Duvalie and they swing at each other until Duvalie shield bash and then slashed him. Wayne recovered as Laura rushed to swing at him. Wayne blocks as Jessica swirls her spear and then launch a flurry of slashes onto Duvalie and Laura. Laura begin to launch a swing, but Wayne launch slashes as Duvalie let out swift slashes onto Jessica and Wayne. As they both taken damage. Jessica swirl her lance and then launch a few jabs and slash as Laura block then and then Wayne join in and slashed her. But Duvalie block it. Jessica and Wayne jump back and then both rush to swing at Laura and Duvalie at they swing and jab at each other until both sides push each others away. Both side took their stances and rush to each other and swing at each other

Duvalie block and counterattack with Wayne and Jessica jabs and slash at Laura who block and counter with a swing. Jessica block her attack and then counterattack with a swing and jabs to push Laura back while Wayne riposes Duvalie and then slash through her. Duvalie imbued her sword with ice and swing down at Wayne who block it.

(BGM ended)

(Trails of Cold Steel IV ost - Crimson Flash Shadow - Radiant Wings-)

"That's enough!" Rean announced

Wayne panted. "I think we just about made it..."

"Right... But we were at our limits there." Jessica sighed.

Laura and Duvalie put away their weapons.

"You both kept up marveously." Laura smiled

"I suppose you can say that." Duvalie fold her arms and look away.

"Heh, that was pretty brilliant, you two." Rean smiled

"Indeed. That was an impressive sparing match." Ingrid smiled.

"I hope you both feel like you got a lot out of this."

Jessica chuckled. " I did. This was a great help. It was nice being able to identify areas that need improvement."

"Haha, I knew you'd do well with it, Jessica." Rean smiled

"I must say, the stiffness I felt before the match has completely disappeared." Wayne mused

"Yeah, I could tell just by watching." Rean nodded. "It looks like you unconsciously absorbed Laura and Duvalie's techiqeues, and even Jessica's too. In any case, it looks like repetitive training might actually be a counterproductive approach for you."

"I understand the struggles. Learning to let the tension fade from your shoulders is actually quite difficult. Sometimes, you simply must swing recklessly, without giving much thought to anything in particular." Laura said.

"Th-Thank you, Laura. I'll keep that in mind." Wayne nodded

"You also need to rely on those around you." Duvalie added "Take a look around and you'll find yourself surrounded by capable warriors. It'd be a crime not to see their advice."

"Indeed. It is as Duvalie. Trust yourself and trust others to lend you their strength. Your body and your mind will ease your worries with ease, knowing you have them supporting you." Dimitri added. "Not to mention muscle memory during the fight."

"In battle, or in sparing matches. Muscle memories adept to helping you become more experience in fights, rather then the brain." Felix agreed.

"Whoa, since when can you give such good advise, Felix?" Sylvain asked

"What do you mean "when" Sylvain?"

"I have to agree. It's rare for you to give such advise to others before." Dedue said.

"Ugh. I try one act of kindness and all of the sudden, you make it into a big deal."

"Now you know how I feel, considering these two won't stop looking at me with that gawking look." Duvalie glare at Rean and Laura.

Rean nervous laugh. "Sorry, we didn't mean too."

"I'm sure we were just thinking you've changed quite a bit." Laura smiled

"I-I don't know what you're talking about!" Duvalie yelled.

Mercedes giggled. "Well I'm sure you both feeling tired. I brought some nice refreshments to sooth your mind."

"Thank you Mercedes." Jessica smiled

"Anyhow, you've both given me some invaluable experience here. Thank you." Wayne bow.

---

Herbal Supplements - Black Eagles and Golden Deer

Snart was typing in a computer with him are his Golduck, Ninetails, Arcanine, Rapidash and Gallade.

"It's not looking easy for both of them... I just hope they can work together well..." Stark sighed

"Is something troubling you my friend?" Claude asked as he and Edelgard appeared.

"Oh, greeting Your Highness and Lady Edelgard."

"There's no need for formalities. Please treat us as you do with your friends." Edelgard said.

"Haha... My apologies. There is. Sidney and Kairi are currently on the surface to help the main campus." Stark explained

"Helping their fellow Thors student?"

"Yeah I don't see the issue here. Care to elaborate the problem?" Claude asked

"The issue is that the Derfflinger's medicinal stock has been depleted to the point where it's no longer enough. We were asked if we could lend any of ours, but we don't really have that flexibility, you see. But Kairi said that he can produce some for us as long as we can find the necessary ingredient with Miss Litchi." Stark explained.

"Ah, yes. I believe I remember seeing Kairi was working with Litchi on making medicine. He's quite talented." Edelgard nodded.

"Yeah, he really is. So it looks like he needs two different ingredients to do it. We have the Derfflinger hiding out by what's left of the Sutherland field exercise camp. According to Kairi, if we head over to the main road on the camp's outskirts, we should be able to acquire both. Sidney happened to be around, so he got dragged along. They've gone down together to each look for an ingredient. When the main campus heard about the situation, Fritz and Ada both offered to pitch in. But the problem is that the search isn't going well. Espcually with the Grimm and the Heartless. In addition to that... It... might not be appropriate for me to say, but I'm also concerned about the pairs."

"The pair?"

"Kairi and Fritz are working together, and Sidney and Ada make up the other team, but..."

"Ahh, I get it. They never experience with said students before." Claude said.

"Right. So I guess all we can do is wait for the good news, right?" Stark shrugged. "I suppose they'll contact us if they need any kind of back-up or assistance."

Edelgard hummed. "I think its best to lend them a helping hand. If they don't get along, they might attack the Heartless or the Grimm. I can gather my classmates to assist them."

"Yeah, I was thinking the same for my classmates to get some fun out there." Claude nodded.

"Oh, would you?" Stark blink. "That would certainly be a big help."

"We don't mind. Espcually with the free time we have before reaching Crossbell." Edelgard smiled. "So where can we find Kairi and Sidney?"

"Kairi's on Hamel Road, and Sidney's on Parm Byroad. Thanks again, Claude, Edegard. I'lll get in touch with both teams, as a precaution."

"All right. Let's gather our Deers and Eagles and head off. I'll take the one in Hamel while you can take the ones in the Parm Byroad." Claude said.

"Very well." Edelgard nodded, pulling out her ARCUS unit and begin texting the Black Eagle Group as Claude did the same to his Golden Deer

(BGM ended)

---

To Hamel...

(Trails of Cold Steel III ost - Weathering Road)

"Ah, we were just in these woods yesterday." Ferdinand said, having his Warhorse with him along with Avery. "To think such a beautiful place for a peaceful village would turn up like this."

"Yeah. I hope Fie's doing okay still after losing her father." Dorothea agreed as they walk up the hill.

"No kidding. Still, the sight of this place look frightening as it is. With the black Pleroma Grass." Avery agreed.

"Yeah. This place look so peaceful. It's a great place for me to be in... isolated from the outside world..." Bernedetta while others giving her the "really" look. "H-Hey! Please don't look at me like that! I mean sure it's nice and all but... the atmosphere is... sad."

"On that, we can agree. The black Pleroma Grass has some fowl spirits, corrupted the land and nature spirits of this road." Petra nodded. "What's more, the thought of Hamel bothers my mind."

"Yeah. This village was used as an excuse to bring war, cause by the noble officers who fell victim to the curse." Monica sighed. "Not to mention poor Ash have to suffer."

"And that very curse will be on our doorstep. Still, what concerns me if what Black Alberich and his abominations of machines will do." Hubert grumbled. "You all know which I'm referring right?"

"Not sure about that." Linhardt said as he yawn. "As much as I love to sleep in this quiet place. I don't think that's going to happened."

"Linhardt, there are better ways then a nap, you know." Caspar sighed.

"Oh, I know. Not with this atmosphere."

"If I may." Hubert sighed. "If you don't know which I'm referring too. I was talking about the technology those Gnomes stole from Fodlan."

"That's right. We seen several stolen technology from their workshop." Avery nodded. "Not to mention that horrible weapon that destroy Fodlan."

"Right. The Divine Beast version of Hyrule." Monica nodded.

"Now that you mention it... I worried what other technology they plan to use they stole..." Dorothea grimaced. "The thought of those giant weapons scares me."

"Yeah. It scares me, too Dorothea." Ferdinand sighed.

"Though I fear the Gnomes will use that kind of technology level against the superior numbers." Edelgard sighed before walking up to the paway leading to the next path to Hamel and then spotted Kairi and Fritz with their Pokemon. "Oh! I spotted them."

"All right! Let's go greet them!" Caspar suggest.

"Wait..." Petra stopped them. "I sense something is amiss."

---

With Kairi and Fritz...

"Oh, there it is!" Kairi (male) pointed with a smile. "This has got to be Zemuria Moss. The same kind of church uses in its special medicines."

"Misdreavus~" Kairi's Misdreavus giggled

"Nienfoo!"

"Audino~" Kairi's Nienfoo and Audino cheered

"So this is what we've been looking for." Frtiz mused as his Pangoro mused as well. "I'd never have picked it out as anything special myself. Sure is good to have an export on the team. It look longer then expected, but at least we're done."

Audinos ears twitch "Audino!?" Kairi's Audino turn around along with Nienfoo, Mistreavus and Pangoro.

"Audino?" Kairi turn to his Pokemon along with Fritz.

"Pangoro, what's wro-" Fritz asked when he and Kairi saw black Pleroma Grass suddenly growing and then black aura rises. "Black Pleroma Grass!"

"S-Something coming!" Kairi exclaimed

(BGM paused)

(Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity ost - A Dire Need)

Suddenly, a Magic Knight appeared from the portal and roared at Kairi, Fritz and their Pokemon and attempt to swing his weapon.

"Look out!" Fritz yelled as Pangoro used Hammer Arm to counter the Magic Knight sword attack and push it back at bit. "Phew, thanks Pangoro!"

"We got to do something!" Kairi exclaimed.

"Stay back Kairi! You and your pokemon only get in the way. Find someplace safe to hide. We'll take care of this."

"Mistreavus?!" Kairi's Mistreavus snarl as the Magic Knight was going to attack again but suddenly it was knocked to the ground by Amyr.

"Are you all all right?!" Edelgard yelled as Amyr return to her hands as the Black Eagles ready for battle.

"Huh? Who are you guys?" Fritz asked.

"Oh, they're our friend in the Radiant Wings!" Kairi (male) explained.

"Leave this fowl beast to us!" Ferdinand declared as he, and Avery mount on their horse for combat.

"Wait, I'll help too!" Frtiz said.

"Pangoro!" Fritz's Pangoro spotted Hamel Kong approaching them as Fritz turn and see. "Damn it, a monster!"

"Take this!" Kairi bought his Orbal staff and channel magic and shoot lightning and strike it. "Frtiz, we can let them handle the Magic Knight while we'll handle this one."

"He's right. Focus on dealing with that creature!" Edelgard command.

"I... Yes, ma'am!" Fritz nodded

Attacker from the Black Pleroma Grass - Magic Knight Sighiem

Edelgard form a link with Hubert, Ferdinand form a link with Dorothea, Linhard forms a link with Caspar and Avery forms a three-way link with Bernadette and Petra.

"Our enemy will suffer, Dark Conjurer!" Hubert activated his Brave Order to buff the group to make the Break come early as Hubert cast Hades while Dorothea cast Thoron onto the Magic Knight as Petra swooped in and swung her sword fiercely while Bernadetta ran back and then shot her arrow on the Magic Knight core.

Linhardt throw a white magic sphere as Caspar swing his axe on the legs as Edelgard swing on the other leg Avery and Ferdinand ride around Sighiem as Avery throw Ice Magic Shards on it while Ferdinand ride and then trusts Attack. Sighiem swing his sword onto the ground and then stomp attack while swing vertically. The Riders move away in time as Edelgard jump up and swing her Amyr to the Magic Knight's head but Sighiem blocks it, leaving an opening for Hubert to channel dark magic to throw dark laser beam which said laser form into a skull and explode on him as Edelgard jump away in time. Sighiem run toward Hubert to attack him, but Bernadetta shoot her arrows on the shoulder while Monica throw Meteors at it. Petra pull out a bow and shot toward the head. Sigheim then punched the ground to create a shockwave to push them back.

Each of them dodged while others like Avery formed a barrier and Avery formed said barrier into a large Ice Shard and threw on the Magic Knight. Then he gallop toward it and unleashed a flurry of jabs. Caspar let out a warcry as he jumped and swung on the knee as Linahrdt rain down pillars of light and formed pillars of light into sphere to surround the Magic Knight and explode. Sigheim unleashes a mighty spin slash to knock them away, but each of them blocks in their own way as Ferdinand gallop toward the Magic Knight as it respond by swinging at him which Ferdinand dodge by moving to his left and then hop onto its arn. The Magic Knight begin to shake him off, but Dorothea use Bolting to strike the Magic Knight, allow Ferdinand to pull out a Spear and throw it on its face as it appeared back in his hand, then jump off and landed on his horse and gallop around it.

Edelgard jump and aerial slash on the arm while Caspar switch with brawling with Járngreipr and then jump and then aerial punch to the core while Monica throw fire, ice and wind magic toward the face. Avery swirl his Lance and then gallop and launch a flurry of jabs, slahses and then imbued his lance with magic and throw a trust attack, which form into a large spearheaded of ice, causing the Magic Knight to go on Break State.

"Now, say goodbye." Hubert grinned as he rain down dark magic sword onto the Magic Night, let out a laugh and snapped his finger, causing multiple explosion as Monica channel two fireballs from her hands, two magic circle appeared between the Magic Knight, then form said fire ball together to create a tornado of fire to burn the Magic Knight until a fiery explosion, causing the Magic Knight to explode.

(BGM ended)

(Resuming Weathering Road)

"All right! That out to take care of it!" Monica cheered and the black Plerona Grass vanished.

"And the black Pleroma Grass begin to disappear." Petra nodded as Kairi (Male), Fritz and their Pokemon finished. "Are you all okay?"

"Yes, I think so." Kairi nodded.

"Yeah. No broken bones here." Fritz nodded

"Oh that's good news." Monica sigh with relief. "So did you two get what you need?"

"We were, yes. Thanks to you all." Kairi (male) answered until they heard Fritz sighed. "Fritz, are you okay?"

"I'm fine, it's just... I was pretty damn useless back there." Frtiz groaned.

"Huh? What do you mean by that?" Caspar asked.

"Well for starters, I showed no respect for Kairi's abilities, failed to properly assess the situation, and charged in like an idiot." Fritz turn to Kairi and bow in apology. "Kairi, I'm really sorry for what I said. If anyone was in the way, it was me."

"Pangoro..." Fritz Pangoro sighed.

"Don't be so hard on yourself, Fritz. We couldn't have defeated that monster without you and your Pangoro." Kairi (male) smiled. "Besides, I'm sued to people making snap judgements because of the way I look, so don't sweat it. We're good."

Fritz eye widen in surprise. "Kairi... you might just be one of the strongest people I've ever met. I'll be counting on you to keep me out of trouble."

"Heehee. It'll be my pleasure."

"Aww. A little bump in the road and they became fast friends." Dorothea giggled.

"Please allow me to properly thank you all as well. I can imagine what might have happened if you haven't show up." Fritz smiled.

"We'll head back to the Derfflinger and get ready to mix up some new medicine." Kairi nodded

"Speaking off. I wonder if Claude's Golden Deer finish theirs..." Edelgard wondered.

(BGM ended)

---

Golden Deer...

"Okay, so where do you think our two students friends would be in?" Claude asked

"I don't know, they could be around anywhere in this place." Lysithea sighed.

"Why did you have to bring me along. I was just relaxing, mind you. I don't feel like working." Hilda complained.

"Aww, come on Hilda, wouldn't it be nice to admire the scenery with us?" Claude asked

"Yeah, but walking to work is completely different."

"Oh relax Hilda. We're just going to find and help those students looking for medical ingredients." Leonie said.

"Right. It's best that we can help them make some medicine." Ignatz agreed.

"But what do medicine ingredients look like?" Raphael asked. "Will it be quick for us before my stomach growl for some meat?"

"For goodness sake Raphael. Is there anything besides Meat you can think of, let alone filling your large stomach?" Lorenz sighed.

"Hm?" Marianne turn around. "Oh! Everyone, look!" She pointed to a herd of monsters surrounding Ada, Sidney and their Pokemon as they were fighting back.

(Blazblue ost - Splash)

"Uh oh, that can't be good!" Claude exclaimed

---

Ada and Sidney...

Sidney's Rapidash used Flamethrower onto the Kumanba as Staraptor used Aerial Ace and Crobat used Air Slash to push the Queen Kumanba back while Sidney and Ada shoot toward the Kumanba.

"Gah, there's too many of them! And that stupid monster queen won't stop calling reinforcements!" Sidney complained.

"At this rate, our Pokemon are going to tired if we don't focus on taking down the Queen." Ada grumbled as the Queen Kumanba roared and unleash an acid attack toward Crobat and Staraptor who both dodged.

"Nngh... Ada, you need to escape! I'll draw the big one attention!"

"What are you insane?! There's no way I'm going to leave you here against this horde of insects!"

"Aw, come on. I always wanted to play the knight in shining armor..."

"In that case, hold on!" Claude yelled as his used the combat Art: Falling Star to rain down a barricade of arrows onto the Kumanba, annihilating them while Hilda threw her Tomahawk at the Queen Kumanba and knock it to the wall as the Golden Deer came to the rescue.

"Oh hey! It you guys from the Radiant Wings!" Sidney said.

"Looks like we made it in time. Leave this fowl creature to us." Lorenz said.

"Yeah. Time to kick this bug's butt!" Raphael said as the Queen Kumanba recovered and roar and then and summoned more Kumanba.

"O-Oh dear! it called out for reinforcements!" Ignatz exclaimed.

"Ha! Let's get rid of these bugs!" Lysithea declared.

Claude and Ignatz throw arrows onto the Kumanba as Leonie, Lorenz and Raphael approach to the Queen Kumanba. The Queen Kumanba begin to slash them with its claw while the Kumanba are being shot down by arrows as Marianne used Aura to strike at and Lysithea used Dark Spike. Raphael punch the bug in the face as it screech at him and spit acid. Raphael ran away as Leonie and Lorenz rush to the side and then impale the body part, causing it to screens as Hilda throw her Tomahawk again before switching to her Freikugel and slam it on the Queen's face. Queen Kumanba push Hilda off as it begins to spin attack and then jump toward Ignatz.

"Wah!" Ignatz yelped as he jump out of the way as Lysithea throw White and Dark magic as Claude shot one arrow and another from Failnaught.

Queen Kumanba began to swipe attack the arrows but Lorenz cast Ragnarok as it screeched and then Marianne threw Ice Shard around it and impaled it. Raphael throw a flurry of punches and then knock it away from Ignatz who shoots an arrow at the body. Queen Kumanba rush toward Marianne but Lornez got in front of her to protect her as Leonie throw a spear at it, getting it attention and then she rush over to throw a flurry of jabs. Queen Kumanba claw her but Leonie block and counterattack by swirl slash combo and jabs. Lorenz then throw a few jabs as well as Marianne then cast Blizzard. Claude and Ignatz shoot their arrow and Hilda finish it off with one final swing from Frekugel on the head, causing it to screech and died into black mist.

(BGM ended)

(Trails of Cold Steel IV ost - Twilight Green Passage)

"All right, that should do it." Claude said.

"Ugh finally, we got that done with." Hilda sighed.

"Phew... I can't thank you guys enough, seriously!" Sidney sigh in relief as they put their weapons away.

"It's no problem. Glad we mad it in time." Leonie said. "So did you guys managed to find your ingredients?"

"We found what we were looking for when we got attacked." Sidney nodded.

"Ah, I see. So what are names of said ingredients?" Claude asked

"We were looking for bear claw, a medical herb native to Liberl that grows in damp environments." Ada explained. "The conditions and plant life around here are similar to Liberl, so it seemed like a good place to look. It's close to the river, so there's plenty of moisture in the soul."

"Seriously? That's a funny name for a medical herb." Hilda mused. "Naming something that came from a bear... its paws."

"Haha. No kidding. You should have seen the herb. Because it actually look like an animal claw." Sidney chuckled. "I remember Freddy found some when we had field exercise in Sutherland."

"Really? That's cool!" Ignatz said as Sidney notice Ada let out a sign.

"You good, Ada?" Sidney asked.

"I was just thinking that I may have misjudged you a little." Ada said. "But however noble your intentions may have been, I don't think much of your 'knight in shining armor' act. Do you think I can't handle myself just because I'm a woman?"

"Uh oh..." Hilda sweatdrop.

"C-Come on, you know I didn't mean it like that. I'm not that level of bias. I mean who even does that in this day and age?" Sidney sighed. "If anything, I'd say most of the girls I know are better at fighting monsters than I am."

"How very enlightened of you, Sidney. No, really." Ada sighed. "Truly your is a mind free from prejudice. I'm baffled as to how you can still be single."

"Ow, why'd you have to go there?"

'Hmph. For what it's worth, I am grateful.'

Sidney blinked. "Huh? D-Did you just actually say something nice to me?!"

Ada scoffed. "It must have been your imagination."

'Aww, look how cute those two are.' Hilda giggled.

'Oh yeah. This is quite the loveable show.' Claude agreed.

'Are you sure we should be here, listening in?' Lysithea sweatdrop.

'I don't get all this stuff here.' Leonie admit.

'Oh Leonie. You miss out a lot.' Hilda sighed

"Ahem." Ada clear her throat. "Thank you again for rescuing us, friends of the Radiant Wings."

"Oh that reminds me, did Kairi and the others finish collecting their share?" Sidney asked

"A good question. Edelgard and the other team should have things done by now." Lorenz said.

"In that case, we've just got to head back to the Derfflinger so we synth up some supplies."

"We'll accompany you, just to be safe." Claude said.

"Okay, unless you guys have mounts to ride on, it will be quick. Right Rapidash?" Sidney asked as Rapidash snort.

---

A few minutes later...

(Fire Emblem Three Houses ost - Respite and Sunshine)

"You're the reason that we'll be able to fully maintain our medicine supply. I really can't thank you enough." Fritz smiled.

"It's true. We could have never done it without you, Kairi." Ada agreed.

"Don't mention it. We help each other out in times of need. " Kairi smiled.

"Oh come on, man! I told you not to be so formal all the time." Sidney said.

Fritz chuckled. "Well, I take my hat off to you, Kairi. And the rest of you as well. Thanks for saving us out there."

"There's no need to thank us. We're all friends here. We're more than happy to help." Edelgard smiled. "Besides, each and everyone one of you gave it your all.

"By the way, there's something that's been on my mind for a while now." Sidney said. "Hey Fritz... Are you and Ada...? You know?"

Fritz raised an eyebrow. "Huh? What about me and Ada?"

Ada groaned. "Goodness, Sidney. Is that what you occupy your time with? There's nothing going on between us. Why don't we drop this topic of discussion and focus a little more on tha task at hand?"

"Oh, that's what he meant..."

Kairi's nervous laugh. "Well, it was a very Sidney type of question, wasn't it?"

Sidney chuckled. "You can just consider that one of my unique qualities!"

Ada had a tick on her forehead. "H-Hold on... Just listen for a second!"

"Ahh, nothing like school life." Claude chuckled as Claude and Edelgard got a call. "Oh. Hang on." He answered with Edelgard.

"Hello?" Edelgard asked. "Did something happen?"

(BGM ended)

---

A few minutes ago during their time away...

(Trails of Cold Steel IV ost - Crimson Flash Shadow - Radiant Wings-)

"Hmm?" Angelica spotted something strange as she saw the fog with Olviert and the others who were in the bridge.

"Whoa, how about that fog." Olivert mused.

"I remember there being a barrier around Eyrn VIllage, but..." Randy rub his chin. "I thought the Courageous II'd already gotten the green light to enter."

"Yeah, I dunno what's up with that." Sara admit. "Should we call Emma and the others over?"

"Yeah. We should." Tails nodded as he call Emma and Celine. "Hey, Emma. Can you and the others come to the bridge? There's something off going on here. Uh huh. Thanks." Tails hang up. "Okay, she's on her way with the others."

Shortly after, Rean, Levi, Celine and Emma enter the bridge.

"Hello, we're here." Emma said.

"Hey there Emma." Amy waved. "Do you and Celine know what's going on with this fog here?" She pointed.

"The fog?" Emma look at the fog.

"Yeah. The Courageous II is suppose to be okay to allow it to enter the village. But is this fog supposed to be okay? It wasn't like this the last time we visit your home village." Cream admit.

"Chao chao." Cheese agreed.

Celine hummed. "It looks like the barrier is remaining active."

"Right. It should disable properly for the Courageous II when it approaches, but..." Emma rub her chin.

"We're currently being blocked by it, just like any other Imperial ships." Rean said.

Levi hummed. "Something must have happened then. Why not call someone from the village and see what's going on."

"Your right. Hang on a mom-" Emma paused when suddenly a strange sound was heard. "Huh?"

"What the heck was that?" Amy wondered.

"I think it must be some sort of magic signal or something." Tails rub his chin.

"Looks like somebody beat us to the punch." Celine said. "There's a telepathic message from the village coming through."

"Just a second, I'll open a window." Emma pull out her Orbal Staff and used her magic and a monitor appeared.

"Oh, good, I got through!" Nina exclaimed. "I'm so sorry, Emma! I really should've gotten in touch sooner."

"Don't worry about it, Nina. So, what in the world happen?"

"The Spirit Veins are abnormally active, making it impossible for us to control the barrier. With Rose being away, Dallier and Auler are looking into it for us."

"I see. Are you still able to get in and out of the village?" Emma asked

"The teleportation stones are working fine si if you try coming in from there, you shouldn't have any issues." Nina answered "I'm really sorry, Emma. I'll get in touch again once things are better."

"Sounds good, Nina."

"Just concentrate on pulling through, okay?" Celine said as the monitor close.

"There abnormalities with the spirit veins really bother me, but I'm glad that nothing bad happened." Sara said.

"If we have the leeway to do so, then we may as well go investigate." Olivert said.

"Right. We should go visit one of the teleportation stones." Amy agreed.

"Right. There is one in Avon Hill while the other one is in the woods in the Isthmia Great Forest." Levi nodded. "I wonder if I should ask Nahida to look into the Spirit Veins considering... well... she is one of the creators of it."

"Right. You go do that while me and my team can go look." Rean nodded. "Emma, want to come along, just to be okay?"

"Well, since you insist on it, all right." Emma nodded. "Which one should we go?"

"Well, in Sutherland is the closest so let's go to Isthmia Great Forest."

"Then use the teleporter Kokonoe design. Wait, what am I saying, we already know that teleportation device." Tails chuckled as Rean took off to gather his team."

(BGM ended)

---

Later...

(Trails of Cold Steel III ost - Behind the Lore)

"Ah, so this is the Isthmia Great Forest I heard so much about." Alfin mused.

"Yes. It's rather lovely isn't it?" Ellise asked.

"Ah, I remember this place." Mewtwo said.

"You been here before Mewtwo?" Rean asked

"Yes. A while back as I was traveling around the world to learn more about Erebonia and more."

"Woooow~ This place is so beautiful! I seen some forest that are magical but this is so cool!" Cecil cheered as his eyes sparking.

"All right, settled down you." Diluc sighed. "In any case, we don't know where this teleportation stone is, so we're going to need you to be our guide, Rean."

"All right, follow me." Rean said as they took off.

"You know, this forest something similar to the woods in Nohr. It's called the Woods of the Forlorn." Camilla said.

"Woods of the Forlorn?" Ventus asked

"Indeed. It's a very dangerous forest. It's filled with thick canopy, no light can enter it. It is infested with poisonous bogs that can be enchanted to wound those who are not from Nohr. It is also teeming with Faceless that have been known to kill unwitting people who enter the deepest reaches of the forest."

"Well... that's a sinister forest...' Emma sweatdrop.

"No kidding. You have something like that in Nohr?" Celine asked

"Oh yes. I even heard that there's a mansion somewhere somewhere in those woods." Camilla said.

"Why in the right mind would build a mansion there?" Diluc asked.

"Who can say for sure. But unlike that forest. This forest is more enchanted. Unlike a little sister. But I do wonder what it would look like in the dark." Camilla giggled.

"Well, it can be-"

"Wait." Mewtwo stop them.

"Mewtwo, what's-"

"Shh!" He shushed everyone. "Everyone. Something is amiss. I'm using telekinesis to communicate with you all. Speak with your thoughts."

"Mewtwo, what's going on? Also, how are you doing that!?" Cecil's eye sparking.

"Mewtwo, is something amiss?" Diluc asked

"Yes. I feel presence... more than one." Mewtwo answered

"More than one presence?" Naoto Shirogane asked an eyebrow. "There are people here?"

"Let's investigate." Rean said as they walk further toward the teleportation stone.

"What are people doing out here in these woods?" Alfin asked

"I don't know... but if Mewtwo sense something amiss... then... is there something going on?" Elise wondered

"Maybe but... wait..." Rean said as they got closer. "Do you guys feel that?"

"Yeah... I feel something is very wrong here..." Naoto Shirogane nodded.

"Indeed. I can feel it as well." Camilla said.

"I'll go first. Be ready to step in and support if needed." Rean said as Rean take a step as the others follow.

As they gotten closer...

(BGM ended)

"Everyone, hide!" Rean alerted them as he hide in the corner of the woods as they then look ahead and see Enhanced Jaegers setting up camp ahead.

(Trails Into Reverie ost - Mysterious Element or Fire Emblem Warriors Three Hopes ost - Malice and Misgiving)

Alfin gasped. "Oh, no, that's..."

"An Ouroboros ship, just like the one we saw on the Pantagruel..." Elise said.

"And those are Ouroboros Enhance Jaegers." Diluc added.

"What are they doing here? And what do they want with the teleportation stone?" Mewtwo wondered.

"Could Eryn be in danger?" Emma asked, looking mad.

"This is bad... and to make matters worse, Rose is missing. Ugh, Where's Rachel?! I thought she was at the village..." Celine grumbled

"Um... Do you think it has something to do with what's going on with that barrier?" Cecil asked

"Without question yes. We know Ouroboros is the sort that like trouble." Mewtwo said. "We need to return to the Courageous II and gather information."

"Right. We also need to have the ship on Stealt mode too." Naoto Shirogane added

"Agreed." Alfin agreed as Mewtwo eyes glow and then teleport them away.

(BGM ended)

---

Later...

(Fire Emblem Engage ost - Scheming or Genshin Impact ost - Perilous Path or Wicked Plot, resuming Malice and Misgiving)

"You got to be kidding me... Why the hell is Ouroboros Enhance Jaegers doing here?! Let alone how they're suppressing Eryn Village?!" Levi asked

"The society shouldn't have the time to pull a stunt like this! What are they thinking?!" Machias wondered

"You're right. Ouroboros is sure to prioritize carrying out their ultimate plan. As such, you'd think they would be focusing on Crossbell, since the Steel Maiden is there, but…" Gaius trailed off.

"Right. I'm certain this is a do-or-die moment for Ouroboros as well." Musse nodded. "Especially since it seems they're fighting against the church and other groups all over the continent at the moment."

"Then again, even though Ouroboros looks logical, some of their guys fool around way too much." Randy replied. "Sharon and Duvie probably know all about that."

"Either say my name right, or don't say it at all!" Duvalie growled.

"Right. Ouroboros is unique in that a chain of command, such as one you might see in a state-run organization, does not exist." Sharon nodded."All plans are ultimately under the discretion of the Anguis. It is by their request that Enforcers and the units under them operate. But Enforcers are free to decide if they will operate in response to said request. "

"What a strange organization to allow Enforcers that much freedom..." Edelgard begin her thinking pose. "And if I remember correctly about the society. Ouroboros is an organization upon willing trust, correct?"

"Yeah, we got that information from a certain phantom thief." Sara nodded

"It's still a mystery how the society has managed to last so long." Alisa replied.

"The enchanted jaegers aren't the same as the normal sorts, are they?"Angelica asked

"Right." Duvalie nodded. "There are some that use their talents to work their way into the jaeger corp... but they're different."

"How so?" Ares asked

"They're usually formal soldiers and mercenaries, taken in under contract and used as disposable pawns. There's even a mechanism that can strengthen the body and reset the memory within the contracted period."

"Wh-What?! Well, they did seem a bit strong, now you mention it." Elliot trailed off.

"But using technology to strengthen themselves is not only cheating, but also downright pathetic." Bowser scoffed. "What good for using technology if you don't give yourself a good workout?"

"Agreed. That's my opinion on those Enhanced Jaegers. They're nothing but amateurs when we fought them." Yuri said.

"Clearly so. They hardly put up a decent fight, especially their little monsters." Alsin recalled.

"But about this reset the memory within the contract period is kinda frightening." Gray said.

"Right. It's similar to Memory Control, right?" Lucy asked.

"Right. Altering the memories of the individuals and even placing trick them, believing you know about them for awhile." Erza nodded

"Reminded me of the members of Jester. They were the ones who carried out the raid on the Erebonian guild branches four years ago." Sara said. "They were suppressed and captured, but none of them remembered who hired them or gave orders when they were questioned."

"It's fairly disturbing if you ask me." Kurt replied. "Aside from this Memory Control from Fiore, It also lines up with the rumors regarding the Faceless and his ability to manipulate memory."

"Hypnosis is the correct term for it." Lucario said. "There are also Psychic Pokemon who can even use Hypnosis, not for just sleeping, but also control the individuals."

"Probably a lot of shady stuff goin' on behind the scenes." Crow said.

"In any case, they seem to lack the basic decencies of honor of true warriors." Laura replied.

"Yeah, I don't want them lumped in with real jaegers." Fie said.

"Sounds like they're rip-offs to mercenaries. Or disgracing the mercenaries name." Shez said.

"Considering they're using equipment to bolster their strength, I can imagine." Arval nodded

"But Gilbert seems a bit different, doesn't he?" Tita asked.

"Well, he did help out once in Phantasma." Olivert respond.

"So the ex-secretary of Ruan pledged himself to Ouroboros as the regimental commander of an enhanced jaeger corps…" Rean said. "It's just something I heard from Estelle, but you know him, too, right?"

"Back when unusual events began occurring in Liberl, he caused his fair share of trouble."

"He occupied the Royal Academy during the chaos of the Orbal Shutdown, too." Tita nodded. "I can't exactly put my finger on it, but there's something here that feels familiar."

"Is it highly possible, isn't it?" Altina asked. "Aside from the Sanguine Ogre, it seems the Anguis and Enforcers are headed for Crossbell."

"If that is the case, it seems Gilbert Stein must be behind this. He decided to do his own thing. He decided to suppress Eryn Village, for his own amusement. Hehe, my quite the arrogant one, isn't he?" Hubert let out a sinister chuckled.

"That sounds about right. Back when we face Gilbert at the Pantagruel, he seems awfully arrogant." Dorothea let out a "hmph." "I've notice even his own men don't think highly of him."

"I remember that too in Hamel when we reunite with Ash." Levi recalled. "Sounds like to me, Gilbert needs to be punished."

"Agreed. No more debating!" Juna nodded. "Let's just start dishin' out punishment! It's for everyone in Eryn Village and the others, too! We've got FAVORS to repay!"

"Yeah, let's rough 'em up!" Ash nodded. "That'll get the message across. That we never wanna see this shit again."

"Hell yeah. We owe Eryn village a debt for keeping us safe and everything else." Levi nodded.

"That aside, I've made some good friends in that village too. We witches have to stick together." Bayonetta said.

"Oh yes. I'm sure you'll say the same thing to Gruntilda." Kazooie rolled her eyes.

"Kazooie, I don't think she'll help her." Banjo sighed.

"So we're all in favor in rescuing everyone in Eryn Village, right?" Toon Link asked.

"I believe so." Cloud nodded. "We got plenty of time to spare. Let's take care of those knockoffs Jaegers and return the favor to Eryn."

"Oh yeah! Time to kick some butt!" Yuffie cheered

"With the personnel we have here, I think that we'll be able to take care of it in short order." Rean nodded.

"You guys...!" Celine said

"Thank you. Everyone's help would be greatly appreciated, truly." Emma smiled. "Telepathic communication with the village is not working at the moment. Someone is interfering with it somehow."

"Maybe a magical device?" Annette suggest. "That's all I can come up with."

"It's most likely the case." Dedue nodded.

"Looks like we need a detailed plan, quickly!" Towa stated. "Elise, Your Highness! We need your help too!"

"Of course!" Elise nodded.

"All right, everyone. Let's begin devising our plan of action." Alfin nodded.

(BGM ended)

(Trails of Cold Steel IV ost - Readiness for Each)

"Indeed. Then let's begin Operation: Free Eryn." Robin said. "Our first task is to investigate the combat abilities of the Enhanced Jaegers."

"You can leave that to me, Sara, Altina and Sharon. Anyone else like to pitch in?" Fie asked.

"I'll help look into as well." Naoto Shirogane offered.

"I shall offer my assistance to this case." Arlon said.

"Count me in!" Morgana offered

"Okay, to make this quick, raised your hands if you're planning on helping us investigate the combat abilities." Altina suggests that those who raised their hands were Petra, Levy, Lisanna, Miragane, Hibiki Lates, Kirito, Yui, Silica, Shion, Alice, Eugeo, Ren, Pyrrha, Alhaitham, Ares, Ryker, Ludmilla, Cecil, Beatrice, Lucy, Priscilla, Rogue, Cream, Cheese, Amy, Lea, Xion, Ventus, Lucario, Link, Fi, Zelda, Terrako, Impa, Snake, Futaba, Rise, Makoto Nanaya, Rogue, and Raven.

"All right, our next assignment is to peer our way to the barrier. Emma, Celine, you two know about it. Will there anyone else who can assist? Raised your hands." Soren asked as Musse, Gaius, Kamek, Ludwig, Arval, Mona, Lucy, Sakura, Elise (Fire Emblem), Leo, Morgan, Hubert, Dorothea, Annette, Lysithea, Constance, Hapi, Namine, Kairi, Zelda, Aerith, Peach, Rosalina and Palutena.

"And now the next step is for two teams need to act as a diversion for the Enhanced Jaegers that are stations on two teleportation stones. In addition to that. We also need a team to go through the village who already made it inside." Claude said.

"Right. In that case, I'll go." Rean said.

"Me too. You can count on me." Levi said.

"Okay, anyone else like to join Rean and Levi?" Claude asked and those who raised their hands are Aqua, Tita, Randy, Yoshi, Alhaitham, Mewtwo, Wario, Waluigi, Samus, Bayonetta, and Diluc. "All right. Then it settled."

"Then Rean's team will break through the barrier with Emma and the other's help." Edelgard said.

"Them aside, there might be others who are interested in joining." Sara said. "Wanna contact them?"

"The more help, the better."

"All right. Let's begin Operation: Free Eryn!" Robin declared.

"Yeah!" Almost everyone raised their fist and yelled.

(BGM ended)

---

Later...

(Trails of Cold Steel III ost - Dark Clouds)

One of the Enhanced Jaegers sighed. "I don't like this. We should've got permission from an Anguis or Enforcer before heading out. The commander's such a sucker for grandstanding."

"Yeah, and it always comes back to bite him. He's a real lost cause, that one." The other agreed. "Still, I guess you've gotta give credit where credit's due. He doesn't flke out no matter how rough it gets."

"From what I've heard, orders this time around are coming from pretty high up. You-Know-Who wants to test out these new devices as soon as possible."

"Yeah, no surprise there. Man, I get he's an Anguis, and all, but he sure loves to put us through the ringer. I thought he would have the Undine Prince test them out."

"True. He is a pupil to him. And often does his experiments as well as other stuff going on. I honestly feel sorry for him for being the guinea pig to that weird old man."

"I guess Lord Noel has a lot on his schedule. We all know how busy he is."

"Oooh, now this is getting juicy. Care to tell me some more?" Sara asked, causing them to turn and see Sara's team.

Juna, Kurt, Altina, Venti, Musse, Ash, Freddy, Wayne, Sidney, Leonora, Maya, Jessica, Gustaf, their Pokemon, Mario, Luigi, Peach, Daisy, Link, Zelda, Impa, Terrako, Mipha, Donkey Kong, Diddy Kong, Mega Man, Pit, Dark Pit, Investigation Team, Ragna, Noel Vermillion, Jin, Taokaka, Tsubaki, Makoto Nanaya, Litchi, Ares, Ryker, Other Lucy, Priscilla, Team Natsu, Team Sonic, Amy, Cream, Team Chaotic, Sora, Donald, Goofy, Riku, Roxas, Namine, Hoshidans, Shigure, Azura, Marth, Caeda, Tiki, Alm, Celica, RWBY, Qrow, Raven, Ike, Soren, Chrom, Robin, Lissa, Lucina, Morgan, Byleth, Black Eagles, and Blue Lions.

"Y-Youre... the Purple Lightning?!"

"Crap, she got a freaken army with them!"

"Also, how long have you been there?!"

"Aw, you didn't notice us? I guess you must be goin' senile." Ash grinned.

"All right you jackasses. What the hell do you think you're doing?" Ragna glared. "You think you got the nerve to pull this bullshit while the entire world is in deep trouble, huh?"

"Well too bad! We won't let you attack or keep the people of Eryn as your prisoners!" Lissa brought out her personal axe. "Otherwise, you'll get swung by my baby axe here."

"Oh, and I do hope you'll pardon the fact we're coming at you with forces far outnumbered your own~" Musse grinned.

Claiomh Solais appeared behind Altina. "Claiomh Solais! Arcandias mode!" Altina yelled as she transform into her Arcandia form.

(BGM ended)

"We've got the field advantage. We can do this!" Leonora smirked.

"Everyone-" Byleth pull out the Sword of the Creator as they brought out their weapons. "Forward now!" He swing his arm to a commanding pose.

(Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity ost - Rescue Operation)

"YEAH!" Everyone yelled with the Pokemon as they jump off the cliff and charged toward the Enhanced Jargers.

"Archaisms, Formation D! Let's show them what real soldiers can do." An Enhanced Jaeger yelled as the Archaism responded, only for hit in the face by Lissa's Hand Axe. "Oof!"

---

On Isthmia Great Forest...

The Other Enhanced Jaeger were then ambushed by the other team of Old Class VII, (Except Emma) Angelica, Duvalie, their Pokemon, Sharon, Koopa Troops (Which includes Mona, Arval, Roman, Neo and Shez), Daruk, Urbosa, Reveli, Kirby, Meta Knight, King Dedede, Falcon, Snake, Arlon, Phosphora, Lucario, Phantom Thieves (Even Akechi), Tager, Lambda, Mai Natsume, Celica A. Mercury, Naoto Kurogane, Makarov, Laxus, Thunder God Tribe, Strauss siblings, Levy MacGarden, Sabertooth, Blue Pegasus, Lamia Scale, SAO Team, JPRN, Penny, Kazuha, Reinhardt, Breatrice, Ludmilla, Cecil, Martin, Nohrians, Corrin, Kamui, Golden Deer, Ashen Wolves, Xion, Lea, Ventus, Terra, Xehanort, Eraqus, Silver, Blaze, Team Dark, and Mickey.

"You got to be kiddin'! Severing Eevering Eclipse and the Swift, too?" One of the Enhanced Jaeger complained

"Even the Koopa King and his troops too! I thought they were supposed to be heading for Crossbell!"

"So sorry to disturb you during your looting." Duvalie rolled her eyes.

"We'd appreciate you creasing your activities, if you please." Sharon said

"Oh yeah? You may have gotten an army but we got one too! Activate the Archaisms!" One of the Enhanced Jaegers yelled

"Contact the main troops! We need to buy more time!"

"Ha!" Crow laughed as he, Shez, Mona, Junior in his Koopa Clown Car, and the Koopalings hop on Ouroboros Ship. "As if we'd let you!"

"MORTON CRUSH ENHANCE JAEGERS!" Morton yelled

"Enhanced Jaegers." Urbosa pointed her Scimitar of the Seven. "Do you truly think you will take over Eryn Village under our watch? This village will never fall to the likes of you. Come, everyone! We must clave a path for Rean and the others! Charge!"

"Hey I'm the one who give the command here!" Bowser yelled

"Just shut up!" Everyone yelled and begin their attacked.

---

In the Courageous II...

"Et Rex Spirituum, Agrum Impetu Rapere! (King of Spirits, rend space asunder!)" Emma yelled, raising her staff, opening a portal

"Hot Damn! Your skills are legit, woman." Agate praised.

"It's amazing how Witches, mages, wizards, can do in the magical arts." Tio mused. "Magic and Orbal arts really are quite different, aren't they?"

"I been looking into it. You're right." Alhaitham

Celine, in her human form cast her magic on the portal. "I'll warp you there! You should appear right at the Saint-Gral entrance."

"The catalyst for the barrier looks to be three objects that have been placed inside." Emma added. "If we can neutralize them, then everyone should be able to pass through unimpeded."

"Understood." Tita nodded.

"That stupid desk jockey, I swear. He's WAY overdue for a firm backhand." Agate sighed.

"Oh trust me. He will get more than a firm backhand." Levi replied.

"Agreed. Maybe feeding him to Gomorrah." Bayonetta mused

"Oh at least blast into the sky like Team Rocket." Mewtwo said

"Who's Team Rocket?" Randy asked.

"Criminals in the Pokemon region."

"Oh I can shoot him with my laser." Samus said

"In any case, remember our objective, everyone." Diluc reminded.

"Yeah, yeah we know." Wario waved it off.

"We're gonna win." Waluigi grinned.

"Yo, Yo!" Yoshi agreed

"In that case, then let's brace ourselves everyone." Aqua said.

"Military monsters, archaisms, and a powerful unidentified presence detected!" Towa announced.

"Rean… May Aidios protect you all!" Elise replied.

"You too, Olivert. Take care of yourselves out there!" Alfin added.

"But of course/Whatever/ we got this!" Rean's team respond as they were turn to wisp and went through the portal.

"Good luck." Palutena said

---

In Saint-Gral Labyrinth...

Rean's Team arrived in Saint Gral Labyrinth entrance.

"All right, here we are!" Randy said.

"This is the Praise 1 entrance. Levi, you came here with Juna and the others for their training session." Rean replied.

"Yeah. Hard to imagine it felt so long since we were here." Levi said.

"I been here before a few times when we enter the villages a few days back. I had to admit, it pique my interest." Alhaitham said. "Never mind that. We made it inside in any case."

"Excellent! We're making progress one step at a time." Olivert smiles as he turn to Tio. "I appraise that you've found the time, what with your busy schedules and whatnot."

"Yeah. Especially Agate and Tio." Rean nodded. "Isn't it a busy period for the guild and the foundation?"

Tio let out a small chuckled. "It isn't unmanageable. Besides, I have some business to take care of in this area."

"Same here. Miles contacted me and asked me to head over to Legram." Agate added

"Well, we're really happy you're here!" Tita smiled.

"Yeah. The more the help, the better." Levi smiled.

"We'll find that regimental commander in the village, and teach him a lesson." Randy replied. "The villagers' safety is top priority."

"Agreed. Let's head out." Rean nodded.

They begin to head out of Saint-Gral Labyrinth entrance, only to encounter the Enhanced Jaegers sooner then expected

"Where did you guys come from?!" One of them Panicked

"What happened to the barrier?!"

"Were you hiding in the Labyrinth this whole time?!"

Dulic sweatdrop. "They're not the brightest group, aren't they?"

"What did you expect? They're idiots." Levi sighed. "Did you forget magic exists in this world? What made you think that conclusion?"

"S-Shut up!" One of the Enhanced Jaegers yelled.

"There's aren't a lot of you, huh?" Agate smirked. "This'll be easy."

"If you want to see easier, how about this." Aqua raised her Keyblade. "Gather!" She yelled as she cast Magnega to pull the Enhanced jaegers and their Military Monster into the magnetic Orb.

"Woaah!"

"What the hell!?"

"All out attack?" Levi asked.

"All out Attack." Rean said as he and the others draw their weapons and rush in and literally beat the living hell out of the Enhanced Jaegers by hacking and slashing them as Rean swing his Tachi, Levi swirl combo slashed, Randy swing, Tita firing bullets from her Orbal Gear, Tio throwing Orbal Orbs, Bayonetta shooting and summoning Madame Butterfly's fist to punch, Agate swing his Heavy Blade, Alhaitham throw green shards, Mewtwo used Shadow Ball, Wario and Waluigi throw Bob-Ombs, Samus Laser Shot them, Diluc swing his sword to throw a firey phoenix at them as Aqua summon Ice crystals at them and Olivert Cast Orbal Art: Gallort Fort on them.

As the Magnetic Orb vanished, the Enhanced Jaegers fell on the ground unconscious.

"Wow, that was easy." Tio admit. "All you did was gather them and boom, we took them out quickly."

"Well they were few of them so it shouldn't be surprising." Mewtwo said.

"What a shame. I didn't get the chance to show them my performance." Olivert sighed, causing the group to sweatdrop.

"Prince Olivert, I'm quite aware how your character but please focus on the task at hand." Alhaitham sighed.

"Seriously." Agate agreed. "But seriously, this magic stuff is top-notch."

"In any case, we should get going and hurry to the village." Aqua said as they took off.

They rush toward the Eerie Woods where they encounter more Enhanced Jaegers with Military Monsters and they begin to charge at them. Levi and Rean lung toward them and then clash with the two Enhanced Jaegers as Aqua Airstep onto the Military Monster and swing her Keyblade as Mewtwo use Phychic on the other Military Monster, slam it and throw it at Yoshi who used his tongue to swallow, lay an Egg, pick it up, Rean and Levi jump back and Yoshi throw the Egg at them and hit them in the face. As the two Enhanced Jaegers got up with the Military Monsters, Alhaitham and Diluc throw their swords at them, blocking them as they both zoom, grabbed their swing and swing at them, pushing them back as Samus used her Grapple Beam to pull the Military Monster and slam it on the ground as Agate swing his Heavy Sword to kill it.

Meanwhile Diluc and Alhaitham slash their weapons with the Enhance Jaegers as Diluc kick one while Alhaitham punch the Jaeger in the face then swing his sword to push him back. As both Jaegers recovered, Alhaitham channel magical energy to trapped the Jaegers into a Sphere, then slash through them, creating phantom slashes to strike them as the sphere shattered and Diluc deal the finishing blow by imbued fire into his Claymore and then slash through the Jaegers with a large fiery slash, knocking them unconscious.

"I can see why you're a powerful swordsman, Diluc." Alhaitham mused.

"Your not bad yourself. Your no ordinary swordsman yourself." Diluc replied as everyone put their weapons away as Samus and Tio scan the area.

Samus hummed. "There are those Archaisms in the vicinity. But I'm also detecting unusual signals coming from different locations." Samus said.

"That may be worth checking out." Rean said.

"Perhaps that's what Emma was talking about." Olivert rub his chin.

"Let head to the teleportation stones that leads to the village and deal with any archaisms on the way." Levi said as they nodded and took off.

They begin to run toward the pathway leading to the teleportation stones where they spotted a Gespard Gerrod blocking the path.

"A Gespard Gerrod!" Tio said.

"Of all the... Argh, we don't need this right now!" Agate grumbled.

"We saw those things back at Fort Juno and back in the Branch Campus." Levi recalled.

"Yo, yo Yoshi!" Yoshi said

"Right. Everyone, be careful." Mewtwo said as the Gespard spotted them and begin firing at them.

They all split up.

"Give them hell! Crimson Break!" Agate yelled and activated his Brave Order as Gaspard Gerrod fired missiles toward them.

Mewtwo use Phychic to control the missiles and throw them back at the Archaism as Tita throw a Pokeball and brought out Magneton.

"Magneton, use Thunder Wave!" Tita yelled as she summon her Orbal Gear.

"Magneton!" Magneton releases blue bolts of electricity from the ends of the magnets on its body and the electricity curves around and ties around Gaspard Gerrod, causing it to be paralyzed.

"Smart thinking Tita!" Agate smirked as Agate charge in and swing his Heavy Blade on it while Randy swing his Berserker a few times while Samus scan it.

Wario unleash a flurry of punches as Waluigi pull out a baseball bat and wack it a few times as Yoshi jump toward the cannon face and flurry kick it. The Archaism soon recovered from paralyzed and then begin to launch laser arms to attack and paralize them while firing bullets. Alhaitham throw a green shard on the gut to destroy it while Diluc rush in and swing his Claymore a few times and then cartwheel swing. Samus then fire missiles toward the Archaism as Bayonetta firing bullets. Gaspard Gerrod respond by firing laser toward them as it spin around. Then it begin to fire bullets at them. Olivert fire Orbal shots while Tio change her Orbal Staff to a cannon and fire energy and freeze ice on Gaspard Gerrord and broke it. Aqua changed her command style to spellweaver and then swing her Keyblade with Cartwheel attacks as Mewtwo used Psystrike.

Gaspard Gerrod recovered and then fire missiles and firing ray of lasers onto the group. Tio form a barrier around herself as Levi form a shield of light to protect himself and others near him. Aqua cast Triple Blizzaga and then flew toward with a cartwheel spin Keyblade swings as Waluigi's hands charge with purple energy and then throw a flurry of punch to stop it's attack. It tried to swing at Waluigi but Wario Shoulder Barge first and then Corkscrew Conk, then he throw a few punches while Bayonetta firing at it.

"Wario, heads up!" Tita rush in as Wario turn and jump off as Tita punch the Archaism as Rean use True Helix and Levi follow up by slashing it.

Tio firing orbal orbs the Archaism and Randy begin firing it at from his Beserker gun form and Olivert cast Gallont Fort and lasers cause it to explode.

"Okay that's-a-take-care of that." Waluigi let out a sigh as he bend down.

'Gespard Gerrords... But they look like newer models than the ones they used in Liberl." Tita remark.

"Wait. Look at the teleportation stone." Levi pointed. "It doesn't look activated. Someone must have tampered it disable the teleportation function."

"It must be related to what Emma was talking about." Tio agreed.

"Hold on. Can you teleport yourselves to the village, Levi, Mewtwo?" Agate asked

"We could but where's the fun without looking into the mysterious?" Levi asked

"He isn't wrong." Diluc agreed.

Yoshi spotted something. "Yo, Yo!" He pointed as everyone see a mysterious glowing machine ahead as they approached it.

"What's this? A device?" Aqua asked

"It certainly it. A suspicious one at that." Olivert rub his chin.

"Tio, take a look at it." Tio request as Tio nodded and examined it. "This seems to be the contraption that interfered with the protective Barrier." She pull out her Orbal Staff and activates it. " Aeon System, activate. Scanning the target." Then a scanner scan the device.

"Eh? What was that?" Wario asked

"That's Tio Tot's specialty." Randy explained.

"Analysis complete. This is a very complex device. It syncs with Orbal energy field and hacks into them."

"So that's what caused the barrier to be jammed." Levi sighed."But can we disable it or destroy it, will the barrier and teleporter be fixed?"

"There are three in total. In order to restore the barrier to its normal fuction, all three must be deactivated. But destroying this one should at least allow us to reactivate the teleporter."

"Sounds like a plan!" Tita then begin to ticker with it and then it's turned off. "This should do it, right?" She said as the device deactivate and the teleporter stone nearby respond and activate again.

"Excellent. Look like it work." Alhaitham nodded. "Well done, Miss Russel."

"N-No, Tio was the one who figured it out." Tita smiled and then look at the device. "You know… this device reminds me of the ones my grandpa invented."

"Really?" Aqua asked

"Yes. They were designed to shut out the effects of the Aureole during the Orbal Shutdown."

"Yeah, that does ring a bell." Agate replied

"I remember that from the report." Alhaitham rub his chin before he pressed his headphone and a hologram computer screen and keyboard pop up and he begin to type in.

"What were they called, 'Zero Field Generator'?" Olivert asked. "They allowed the use of orbments despite the shutdown, yes?"

"Yep! They canceled out the effects of the Orbal Shutdown." Tita answered. "This device here does the exact opposite. It generates a field which restrict the use of orbal energy."

"Ah, here it is." Alhaitham said. "Yes. It's just as you said, Miss Russell. Your Grandfather is in fact a genius for creating such a masterpiece. As expected of a disciple of Professor Epstein."

"So it seems Ouroboros decided to twist Professor Russhel's invention for their own plans." Diluc rub his chin.

"The nerve of them." Levi muttered. "Ouroboros are just tacky as always."

"Yeah… it's not the first time they've pulled this, either." Randy replied.

Tio hummed "I think I know who's responsible for this."

"Who?" Bayonetta asked

"The Sixth Anguis of Ouroboros. Doctor F. Novartis."

"Ah. There's a report about that man. He's the Six Anguis of Ouroboros. It is said that he's an Engineer prodigy. He appeared in Crossbell for the Azure Zero Project." Alhaitham said.

"Rumor has it that he's an abomination figure. Not only that, Enforcer No. XVIII is confirmed to be his pupil." Diluc added.

"We'll whether we cross him or not, we need to get to the village." Agate replied.

Rean nodded. "Right, let's focus on that for now!"

"The diversion team is doing a fine job, no doubt, but we ought to make our moves swiftly." Olivert stated.

"Hold on. Aren't we going to take this device for ourselves?" Wario asked.

"We could, it not like Ouroboros would care." Mewtwo said.

"No. Leave it. Ouroboros tend to have a self-destruct program on their devices to prevent their technology being studied or reverse-engineered. There that caution about it." Alhaitham explain.

"What?! Grrr!" Wario grumbled

"Anyway, we need to hurry." Samus nodded

"Yo Yoshi!" Yoshi agreed and ran toward the teleporter and teleported away.

(BGM paused)

---

Meanwhile in Eryn Village...

(Trails of Cold Steel III ost - Dark Cloud)

"Damn it. Those Courageous II rats caught wind of us!" Gilbert grumbled, hearing the situation from his communication device. "And just when we have the chance to take this village down while the Crimson Witch is out of the way." He turn to the barrier leading to Roselia's Atelier. "I can't believe the other witches managed to conjured a barrier that power... Of all the rotten luck! We can't take hostages and stall for time, or anything?! And the Pokemon living in the forest keep escaping! Are we at THAT much of a dead end?!"

"Regimental Commander, your orders?" An Enhanced Jaegers asked

"We have word that another party has infiltrated the place We'll have to retreat-"

"Retreat? Think again. We were sent here by the Six Anguis, Professor Novartis! That means something!" Gilbert argued. "He usually used Lord Noel to test his latest inventions. But he and the others are headed for Crossbell, our's our chance to take initiative and show off what we can do! Let's bring our toys out to play in the second and third sectors I wanted to keep them in reserve, but we've been left no choice."

"Roger that." One Enhanced Jaeger nodded and pull out the communication device. "Bring weapon transfer! Correct, the one from the Workshop."

"Affirmative. Fight to your very last breath!"

"A-All right... This should buy us some time. We'll have to deal with those intruders properly... and who better to get the job done than me and my perfect ace in the hole?" Gilbert grinned. He then head toward the Clearing.

(BGM ended)

---

Meanwhile in Avon Hill...

(Resuming Rescue operation)

The battle on Avon Hill shown the heroes to be on the verge of winning as it show Sidney and Leonidas fire their Orbal Shots on the Enhanced Jaegers and their Military Monsters as Wayne slashed one Enhanced Jaeger. Freddy trust attack a Military Monster while Gustaf fire a energy blast on the Enhanced Jaeger. Sara and the others were counting several Archaism as some of them were destroyed as almost all Enhanced Jaegers are knock down.

"All right, that should do it." Juna said.

Raven sense something. "Wait, something's coming!"

Then Zauber Soldots Hannibal teleported into the battlefield.

"Is that a Hannibal?!' Ash glared. "Looks just like the Hector Model it's based on."

"They must have borrowed it from the Black Workshop." Musse grumbled.

---

With the team in Ishhmia Great Forest...

Many of the Enhanced Jaegers were taken down by the other team, until a Zauber Soldot Mordred appeared and readied it's Sniper.

"So they brought the Mordred, huh?" Kamek asked "Crow, can you summon your Divine Knight?"

Crow raised his Hand. "It's no use... Teleportic channels are blocked!"

"Please. We don't need a Divine Knight to crush this thing." Roman smirked on his Koopa Armstrong. "Let's crush it!"

---

Back with Rean's Team...

Rean's Team arrived at the Village.

"Hmm? Yo Yoshi?" Yoshi tilt his head.

"Yes. It's a Magic Barrier. Mostly likely the witches's work." Mewtwo said

"Heads up, we got company!" Levi alerted everyone and then we prepared for combat as four Enhanced Jaegers charge toward them as two Rifle users begin shooting at them.

Alhaitham forward his hand to create a screen shield and then he lung toward them and kick one while the other was grabbed by Samus with her grappling Hook and slam him on the ground. The Two Enhance Jaegers swing their Greatsword at Wario and Waluig but they block and dodged and counter attack with a few punches before Wariog grabbed one and toss him over him as Yoshi used his Tongue to grabbed him, capture him and throw him toward Rean as he took his stance and used Waning Crescent Slash. The other Sniper Jaegers few a swings and kicks to push Alhaitham while the other one kick Samus.

The Two Snipers was going to shoot, but Tita fire Bullets at them as Olivert fire shots at them. Bayonetta throw a few kicks and punches as Randy used Crimson Gale and Egate used Beat Down on them. Four Jagers were pushing to a corner as Levi use Primordial Burst to strike them and Tio finish it off with Diamon Nova to freeze them with comets, froze them and the ice shattered, knocking them unconscious.

"All right!" Randy palm fist. "Let's tear into the rest of 'em!"

"Right. We also need make sure all the villagers are safe." Aqua nodded

"I'll take care of any barrier generators." Tita said

"Shall we head out for the finale, then?" Olivert asked

"Obviously." Mewtwo said as they took off to the center plaza and spotted another device. "Ah, so we found another one."

"Can you get to working on it, Tita?" Tio asked

"Yeah, you can count on me!" Tita nodded as she approach it, opening the panel of the device and make some quick work to disabling it.

"That's two, then... Just one more." Randy nodded

"But before that." Rean turn to the view. "We've got some company to deal with!" He said as small group fo Enhanced Jaegers along with their Military Monsters approach them from the middle of the barrier house.

"When they mentioned the Sixth Anguis, I had a sick feeling in the pit of my stomach…" One of the Enhanced Jaeger grimaced

"The regimental commander's all too happy to bend over backwards to please the Anguis."

"So it was that idiot from before." Levi growled

"So where is your regimental commander anyway?" Rean asked. "Already on the retreat?"

"Save your breath! We're not about to share any info with the enemy." One Enhanced Jaeger answered

"And even if we wanted to, our tongues are straight up tied. They screwed with our heads…"

"Th-That could only mean…" Tita gulp.

"Mind control by high-level hypnosis." Tio finished the sentence.

"Man, makes me almost feel sorry for these guys." Agate replied.

"Well, if you're not plannin' to get out of our way, we're just gonna have to cut right through you!" Randy said.

"You're about to eat your words!"

"One taste of our superhumans trength and you'll be begging for mercy!"

"Since when do you possess superhuman strength?" Diluc asked.

"They don't. They're only empowered by their armor. It's downright pathetic." Alhaitham said.

"Oh you're going to eat those words once we're throw with it!" One Enhanced Jaeger glared.

"They really have no idea who they're up against, don't they?" Bayonetta sighed.

"Nope." Levi shook his head.

Yoshi curl into an Egg and then begin rushing toward them as the Enhanced Jaegers jump out of the way as Mewtwo used Aura Sphere toward some of them and exploded on them. Levi then use Spiral Pillar gather them in one place, leap into the air and plunge the ground with energy-bladed Glaives as Rean follow up with Waning Crescent Slash. Bayonetta summon Madame Butterfly's arms to punch them to the barrier as Tio, Olivert, And Samus launch Orbal Arts of Crystal Edge, Silver Thorns and Fire a laser beam at them. Each of them dodged.

"Magneton, use Discharge!" Tita yelled

"Magneton!" Tita's Magneton respond by firing electricity onto the Enhanced Jaegers.

"Waaaaaaaah!" Some of them yelled as some of them dodged with their Military Monsters

"Have a Rotten Day!" Wario and Waluigi throw rain down Bob-Omb onto those who dodged and exploded on them as Aqua summon several Ice Crystals and them it at each of them.

"Nngh! No fair with range attacks!" One Enhanced Jaeger complained.

"You guys have gun, use them." Levi shot back as Diluc cast Flare Butterfly onto one of them and exploded on the Rifle Jaegers.

The Rifle Jaegers begin to shoot at the group while the other Jaegers wielding the Greatsword rush to swing their sword at the Meleee fighters but Alhaitham rain down green shards and then pull another sword and slash a few of them as it rain down on them. Yoshi Egg Roll onto some of them as Mewtwo use Psychic to gathem them in one spot and then Agate launch Beat Down to knock them to the floor in defeat.

---

At the same time in Avon Hill...

(BGM paused)

Suddenly a missile launcher was launch at the Hannibal, causing a devastating hit.

"Huh?!" Daisy blinked

(Super Mario Galaxy ost - Grand Star Rescue)

Suddenly, they heard gunfire toward the Hannibel and they turn and reveal to be Northern Jaegers.

"The Northern Jaegers?!" Altina exclaimed

"What are you guys doing here?" Sara asked

"Isn't it obvious? We're here to repay our debt." One of the Northern Jaegers answered as they approached.

"Our contact with Erebonia's officially up. We can grant you guys as much support as we want now."

---

Meanwhile in the other team...

The same stunt was pulled onto the Mordren as it reveal that Nidhoggr join to the rescue.

"It's Nidhoggr!" Fie exclaimed

"Well, well. What's brings you here my lovely little drakes?" Angelica asked

"Been a while, Rogner girl." One of Nidhoggr answered

"You helped with the airship, so we're here to repay the favor."

"Ah, so that's why..." Machias said

"I'd like to say we were doing just fine without your help, but we don't mind a few more." Jusis let out a proud smirk.

"Your assistance will definitely exportdite the Profess. Thank you." Laura smiled

(BGM ended)

---

Back in Avon Hill...

"Hey, what's going on here?" A new voice called out as they all turn and reveal to be Tartaglia on the cliff

(Trails of Cold Steel IIi ost - Conspiracy in Motion)

"It's Tartaglia, Enforcer No. VII!" Sara grumbled.

"So the boss show up at last, huh?" Ash asked.

"I can assure you it's nothing like that." Tartaglia sighed. "I heard a report that there's something up with our 6th Enhanced Jaeger Regiment and look where I found. A battlefield. A certain someone ask me to investigate along with someone else. Normally I would jump in and join the fun, however, sadly, I don't have the time for it. Now, what's going on here?"

"M-Master Tartaglia! Thank goodness you're here...! We were testing the device by the Six Anguis. But the Regimental Commander thought of some idea on his head and... decided to suppressed the village." One of the Enhanced Jaeger answered.

Tartaglia sighed. "You got to be kidding. I heard that Gilbert was... extremely disobedient to ignore orders simply in an attempt to gain personal glory but wow. Noel wasn't joking about never trusting him on anything. I was told that the 6th Regiment was only supposed to test the device the Six Anguis. Not supposed to suppress and conjure the Hexen Clan."

"Wait, for real?" Juna asked

"If they weren't supposed to suppress Eryn Village... then..." Kurt paused.

"Yes we know that Master Tartaglia but... are you sure you should be saying that to our enemies?" One of the Enhanced Jaeger asked.

"It's fine. Your assignment was just to test out the device and leave. But since your commander this mess, we must make amends for his actions. Now where he is?"

"He's... in the village right about now."

Tartaglia palmface. "Oh boy..." Then he look serious. "All of you stand down! 6th Regiment, retreat until further notice!"

"Y-Yes sir!" The Enhanced Jaegers yelled as they groaned.

---

On the other team...

"What the hell is going on here?!" A voice yelled as they all turn and see Noel appear out of nowhere on the forest's upper-level floor.

"M-Master Noel!" One of the Enhanced Jaeger exclaimed.

"Y-Young Lord!" Duvalie gasped.

"So the Undine Prince shows up, huh?" Angelica asked.

"Calm down, all of you. I'm not here to fight. I'm only here to find out about the report about the 6th Regiment." Noel place his hand on his hip and look mad. "The last thing I expected was to see them in a fight with you all. Now." He turn to the Enhanced Jaegers. "You guys were supposed to test out the Six Anguis's device, not playing with these guys. You were supposed to have finished the assessment last week. I thought you'd turned in the results a week ago."

"Wait, so that's what going on?" Mona asked. "Come to think of it... The teleportation stone was acting strange during the time we rescue Tita and the Princess..."

"So that's the main cause..." Arval mused.

"W-We did, Lord Noel. B-But before I explain, are you certain you should be spilling this in front of our enemy?" An Enhanced Jaeger asked

"It's fine. Besides, they have the right to know considering the mess you're in. Not to mention this goes against everything. Now explain to me what's the hold-up." Noel said sternly.

"W-We got the results a week ago as you said. However... to no one surprise... The Commander got this idea on his head and... decided to take over the village for the glory."

Several anime tickmarks appeared on Noel's forehead.

"That no good idiot!" Noel yelled out of frustration. "This is exactly why I told him not to trust anything to that idiot! All of you stand down!" Noel swing his arm in a commanding pose. "6th Regiment, retreat until further notice! Now!"

"Y-Yes sir!" The Six Regiment yelled as they got back on their feet as Noel pull up Blue Aetherius and then impale the air which suddenly open a portal.

"Hey where are you going!" Bowser asked

"Going to clean up the mess that idiot made. All of you leave the Enhanced Jaegers alone. They won't cause you trouble." Noel answered as he enter the portal.

(BGM ended)

---

Back with Rean's Team

(Fire Emblem Fates ost - Premonition)

"I-I'm so, so sorry!" The witch Nina apologized. "Those guys snuck in somehow while it was MY turn managing the barrier. It's all my fault!"

"Hey now, it's not your fault. You guys have never experienced something like this, right?" Levi asked

"That's right. Don't berate yourself dear." Witch Auler answered and said. "We've all let out guard down after the hundreds of years our village has passed without threat."

"And judging by their timing, they were waiting right on Rose to leave to get their nerve to strike." Liese growled

"Well, now that that's said and done, it's good to see you're all safe." Randy stated

"That impenetrable barrier spell of yours was incredible to say the least." Rean added

"Those are some kinds words, but we barely just scraped by." Witch Dallier replied. "All of us put together couldn't do any more than protect ourselves. You have our gratitude for all the help you've given us. But, there are still other wretched contraptions wandering around the area."

"Oh, speaking of that." Tita replied

"Do have you have any idea where the third device they brought in might be?" Tio asked

"Well, I saw them carrying something to the clearing outside of the village. So that must be it." Sigyn answered.

(BGM ended)

(Resuming Rescuing Operation)

"Then Gilbert is there too." Levi said.

"Sounds like we've got our work cut out for us." Rean nodded. "Secure the exits from the village. Emma should join you soon."

"Got it." Witch Auler nodded

"Take care of yourselves. Oh, and this is for you." Then Liese gave them Witch's Ginger syrup. "Go on, drink it."

"Why thank you." Bayonetta said as The team drink it and they feel restored

"All right! Now let's teach that arrogant brat a lesson he won't forget." Levi smirked as they took off to the clearing.

(BGM ended)

"Hahaha! I expected Class Vll, but who's this with them?" Gilbert smirked and behind him is the last device.

(Trails of Cold Steel IV ost - Constraint)

"Rean Schwarzer, the Ashen Chevalier, in the flesh! I suppose I should introduce myself. You see, I've already gotten to know your dear students rather well."

"Only because you used such cowardly tactic." Levi scoff. "Remember me, coward?"

"O-of course I still remember you, Angel Boy. You were lucky that I let you and your students go because I have other business to attend to."

"Ha! What a load of crap! You ran away in fear."

"Hmph! Say what you will. Anyway, I see Miss Russel over there kept the same spunk. And Agate Crosner, Prince Olivert. My condolences for all that you gone through."

"Gilbert." Tita replied

"Thanks for the concern and all. Might be nicer if you meant it."Agate said.

"Has it truly been three years since we last met in Phantasma, Gilbert? With all our trials and tribulations, it feels like eons ago." Olivert said. "Up to the same shenanigans as always, I see. And you've really climbed up the ladder as well, haven't you?"

"You bet I have. I went from chief warrant officer to regimental commander in our time apart." Gilbert replied. "Now I received orders directly from Professor Novartis, the Sixth Anguis. He send me here to test his Null Field Generator!"

"So it was that Six Anguis responsible doing." Alhaitham grumbled.

"You're tellin' me this was all that crazy old geezer's idea?" Randy sighed.

"So it's a rip-off of Professor Russel's invention… No, it'd be more accurate to call it a modified version." Tio muttered.

"At any rate, there's little doubt this generator was used to take control of Eryn's barrier." Rean said as he draw his Tachi. "And now we know that it's unrelated to the Phantasmal Blaze Plan that the other Anguis are working toward. I must warn you, Gilbert. We will use any means necessary to stop you, if you make any further move to harm this village."

"Then you will receive the worst punishment I will muster." Levi glared at him. "We owe this village a great debt for many reasons. You will pay for targeting this village."

"Ah, r-right, the test is all well and done now, and we should be right on our way out of here…" Gilbert said nervously. "But, then again… doing just the bare minimum isn't going to land me any promotions, is it."

Yoshi growled.

"Agree Yoshi. You clearly don't know who you're messing with." Mewtwo agreed.

"Oi, this guy sounds like a handful." Wario scratch his ass.

"Seriously." Waluigi fold his arm. "I mean, we're far better then this clown."

"Let me ask you something, Gilbert. Your main job was to test out the Null Field Device, right?" Diluc fold his arm. "But instead of following orders, you decided to take control of the village as the Elder of the Hexen Clan leaves? I heard rumors about you, but it seems they're true. You're a lost cause."

"Agreed. I've seen arrogant people before, but you're one of the most stupidest people I've ever met." Samus agreed.

"Makes me wonder why Ouroboros decided to keep you in their ranks." Bayonetta fold her arm. "But just so you know little boy, you made a very risky and dangerous move."

"Agreed. While I'm so eager to kick your arrogant ass for this, I'm feeling merciful right now. You have two choices. Leave now and never trouble the village again, or suffer another hullimination." Levi threatened as he folded his arm

"I have a better idea. In fact, I was planning to attack you all along!" Gilbert raised his hand and summoned the G-Apache.

"Oh I remember that little toy. Hapi summon a monster to deal with it." Bayonetta recalled.

"But this another one of those 'new and improved' mechanical menaces?" Agate asked

"Hahaha! So, what do you think? Makes for quite an impression, doesn't it?" Gilbert smirked

"The only impressive I've got is how much of an idiot you really are." Levi sighed. "You think that toy you have is enough to stop us?"

"Ah, a valid point, Angel Boy. Which is why I also brought the most powerful and weapon in all of Erebonia against you!"

(BGM ended)

And then suddenly, a teleportation circle appeared in front of the group and a tank appeared.

"Oh now what?" Diluc growled.

"Be extremely cautious! This weapon far exceeds the capabilities of Panzer Soldots!" Tio yelled

(Trails of Cold Steel IV ost - Blue Stardust)

Then appeared was a tank

"You gotta be kidding me!" Randy exclaimed.

"Waah!? Is that a tank!?" Waluigi exclaimed

"That's an Achtzehn!?" Diluc exclaimed. "What's the Imperial Army most powerful tank doing here?!"

"Looks like it was modified, too!" Rean growled.

"I don't sense any life in there. So it's automatic too." Levi replied.

"It's the C-Unit technology from the Imperial Liberation Front!" Olivert replied.

"Damn it… is this the same kind of tank that's been deployed in Crossbell?" Randy muttered

"It's firepower and endurance are incomparably higher than anything we've seen before!" Tio exclaimed

"It's more like the tank Kanone used during the uprising… no, it surpasses even that!" Tita added

"Not even Panzer Soldats stand a chance against this thing… that's some metal monster." Agate muttered.

"Aaaand, with the jamming device in operation, you can kiss calling your Divine Knight-" Suddenly the screen flashed black and white before resuming color. "-"Um... W-Why did it suddenly gotten cold?"

"..." Levi let out a low moan as he giving a deadpan look.

Rean sweatdrop. "Oh dear..."

"U-Um... Levi?" Tita gulped.

"I get the feeling he's pissed." Agate sweatdrop.

"Oh trust me he is." Rean sighed. "If there's one thing people should remember... is never... EVER... upset Levi. Because if you upset Levi so much... you'll end up triggering his ruthless side. I don't think none of us will stop him from what he is planning to do with him when he gets his hands on him."

Levi let out a smile with his eyes close which he look frightening. "You got that right Rean. After hearing so much of his idiocy and arrogance, let alone summoning a tank, he just broke me. It's time someone needs to put him in his place. Because I'm REALLY pissed off now. So I hope your ready Gilbert." Levi open his eyes and his shade cover him while his eyes look sinister looking. "Because I'm about to give you one punishment you'll never forget." He look normal and turn to Rean and everyone else. "Let's do this guys!"

Rean nodded. "Right! Risk level at maximum!" We'll need some top-tier teamwork to overcome this!"

"I will show you no mercy, Gilbert!" Olivert replied as everyone got out their weapons. "And to the rest of you, I lend my fullest support! My arts are yours!"

Doom to fail - Gilbert Stein

Ultimate Tank - Achtzehn

Rean form a combat link with Levi, Agate form a link with Tita, Randy form a combat link with Tio, Yoshi form a link with Mewtwo, Wario form a link with Waluigi, Bayonetta form a link with Samus, and Diluc form a link with Alhaitham, and Aqua form a link with Olivert.

Tita form a Pokemon link with Magneton

Achtzehn begin firing toward Rean's team, but they all split up as Samus firing missiles on the tank and Diluc rush toward the Tank and swing it a few times. Gilbert firing bullets at them which Levi swirl his Glaive into a shield and then he strike through Gilbert's Apache as Rean follow up by letting out a few slashes. Gilbert respond a spin attack and then firing in the air to fire missiles, only to respond with a Bob-omb thrown at him in his cockpit and exploded on him. Aqua airstep toward Gilbert's Apeche and swing her Keyblade a few times before summoning a large Ice Crystals and launch at him.

"Blah!" Gilbert grunted as Yoshi jumped to flurry kick the Apache as Mewtwo teleported above and Meteror kicked Gilbert's Apache, knocking it back on the ground.

Bayonetta dash and let out a few kicks and punches on the Achtzehn and summon Madame Butterfly's feet to stomp on it as Alhaitham used his craft: Universality to summon a green energy blade and imbued his sword with green energy, dash through the tank with phantom slashes before snapping his finger to rain down green shards, allowing Oliver to follow up by shooting at it. Achtzehn responds by firing missiles onto the group but Mewtwo use Psychic to capture them and throw them back at the tank. Gilbert begin to shoot grenades onto them and exploded on them. Tio transform her Orbal Staff into a energy cannon and fire laser beam toward Gilbert as Randy fire bullets at Gibert. Gilbert pressed a button to form a barrier.

"Hahaha! You can't hit me now!" Gilbert laughed.

"Oh yeah?" Levi asked as he imbued his Glaive with power and then took his stance for trust and then unleash a flurry of trust until the barrier shut itself off.

"Whaaa-?!" Gilbert exclaimed.

"Magneton, use Gyro Ball!" Tita command

"Magneton!" Tita's Megneton spin around rapidly and launch itself toward Gilbert's Apache.

"Blast away! Blast Force!" Tita activated her Brave Order for a damage boost.

Gilbert growled and then push Magneton back. Gilbert fire a laser toward Rean and Tita. Rean move out of the way but Tita shields herself as being pushed back. Agate's Combat link ability: Fury activates and dash toward Gilbert and launch a few swings at him to push him back as Wario pull out his Modercycle and hop off with Waluigi on the side card and then takes off. Waluigi pull out a missile launcher and fire missiles toward Gilbert and explode on him and then Wario ram him to take damage. Achtzehn begin to ram toward Randy and Tio but they both jump out of the way as Achtzehn responds by firing missiles onto them and then begins to ram toward Yoshi. Yoshi jump high enough and then Yoshi Bomb as Mewtwo picks up pieces of the ground and throws it at the tank. Then he zoom toward it with dark energy in his paws and punch it with said energy. Mewtwo backflipped and use Shadow Ball and struck it

Aqua used Spellweaver command and dash toward Achtzhel and performed cartwheel attacks and summoned more Ice Crystals to strike it, as Olivert cast Silver Thorn onto the rank while Diluc used his craft: Dawn to swing his Claymore that is imbued with fire and swing and summoning a fiery phoenix and exploded on him while Alhaitham cast an Orbal Art: Ixion Vortex onto the tank. Samus fired missiles and then charged shot and released a large shot to explode on it. Achtzehn responds by firing a laser beam toward the group but Levi use Penetrate Hurl to cancel it. Gilbert attempted to crush Levi but he jump away in time and then fire a beam of light from his hand and knocked Gilbert away. Rean rush over to Gilbert's Apeche and unleash a few slashes.

"Hamsuke! Go play!" Levi summon his familiar into giant size as it roared, zoom and grabbed Achtzehn and Gilbert's Apeche together with a large boulder and slam it on them.

"Magneton use Discharge!" Tita yelled.

"Magneton!" Magneton unleash Discharge as it strike on both Gilbert and the Achtzehn.

Agate used his craft: Draguna Fall and Tita follow up by rushing and then punching Gilbert's Apeche.

The Achtzehn responded by aiming its cannon in the sky and firing a beam to it. Then several energy beams blasted onto the group and exploded it.

"Rally and Strike! Astral Virtue!" Levi activated his Brave order for the same type as Tita but more damage and another set of buff.

Levi uses Spiral Pillar on them both as Rean uses Waning Crescent Slash. Gilbert flew into the air to rain down bombs and then fire bullets. Randy change Beserker to rifle mode and fired at Gilbert while Tio cast Diamond Nova onto Gilbert and the Achtzehn. Achtzehn responds by begin to ram toward Tio, but was stopped by Bayonetta's witch time as she begins to unleash as series of kicks and punch and then Madame Butterfly punches as Samus charges Shot and release said charge. Yoshi then use Flurry Kick it and then headbutt it. As Witch time resumed, Achtzehn got tons of damage. Gilbert flew swiftly in the air and then firing missiles onto the group but Mewtwo use Psychic to direct it back at him.

"No fair! You're cheating!" Gilbert complain as he activated the barrier as the missiles bounced off.

"Cheating? Do you hear yourself?" Mewtwo wondered as he used Psystrike on Gilbert and Achtzehn.

Diluc used his craft: Searing Onslaught as he let out a few fiery swings and then unleashed a wide slash of fire as Alhathaim followed up by using his craft: Particular Field. Achtzehn begin to fire a laser beam onto the group as Tita rush over and then throws a punch on the side repetitively and then swings down. Aqua swirl around, summing a large Ice Crystal and exploded on the tank and then she Shotlock and use Prism Rain on said tank Wario hop his motorcycle and then he charge his fist and punch the rank as Waluigi brought out his Bat and swing at it a few times as Levi imbued his Glaive with white energy and then he unleash a flurry of slashes onto Achtzehn and finish it off with a powerful graceful vertical slash, causing it to malfuction as it exploded on time.

"Whaaa?!" Gilbert exclaimed.

"It's over you!" Agate yelled as he imbued his Heavy Blade by jumping up and then swing down at Gilbert's Apeche to knock it on the ground.

Agate used Crimson Gale as Tio change her orbal staff into a cannon and fire a mega laser at it. Rean then use True Helix on the Apeche, Olivert fired multiple Orbal Bullets shot and Yoshi begin Yoshi Bomb first, Flurry kick and Samus Charge Shot at the Apeche.

"Have a Rotton Day!" Wario jump onto and begin to use his Wario Wart.

"Incoming!" Waluigi yelled as Mewtwo use Psychic to gather everyone together while Levi form a light barrier around them.

Then Wario unleashed Wario Fart which cause a massive explosion, not only destroying the Apeche, giving a nasty smell, but also Mushroom Shape cloud was formed which the Hexen Clan can see.

(BGM ended)

(Trails of Cold Steel IV ost - Constraint)

The Gassy smoke cleared away as Wario sniffed off. "Huh. That was larger than I thought."

"Holy shit. What kind of man give a big ass fart like that?!" Agate exclaimed along with others, except for Rean, Bayonetta, Waluigi, Yoshi, and Levi jawdropped.

"Trust us, if anyone could pull a nasty fart as that, it's Wario." Bayonetta sighed as Levi deactivated his barrier and then use his wind magic to blow away the smoke.

"Ugh! That smell reeks!" Levi wave his hand to blow away the smell.

"Aidios, what did that mean, eat?" Tio covered her nose.

Gilbert coughed and Wheezing. "Oh sweet Aidios, that was horrifying!" Gilbert cough. "I think I'm going to be sick..." Then notice the fart smoke vanished. "Wh-WHAAAAAT!?" Then he cough again. "Are you serious!? Not only did I watch my apache get blasted by some inhumane fart, covered in humiliation with gas, but that wasn't just my trump card… but also the most powerful tank in history! It should be impossible for you to so much as scratch it!"

"Then clearly you don't know us." Levi remarked. "You face not just Rean, and me. But also Randy, Agate, Yoshi, Bayonetta, Aqua, Diluc, Alhaitham, Mewtwo, Samus, Tita and her Pokemon, Tio, Prince Olivert, surprising Wario and Waluigi. We are powerful in our own right. And with all of us working together. We can defeat any powerful toys and foes you throw at us! And speaking of toys. It's time to break yours."

Levi turn to Achtzehn and zoom toward it, strike through it, and caused a massive explosion on it completely until there was nothing left of it.

"Whaaaaaaaa?! I-I-I-I-IMPOSSIBLE!"

Rean point his Tachi at Gilbert. "You put up a tough fight, but now it's over. Are you going to accept your defeat with race, or would you rather go the hard way, Gilbert?"

"Not only the Courageous II does have detention barracks, so we could provide you with suitable accommodation... But you'll also awakened the wrath of Levi. One you made a grave mistake."

"That's right." Levi said with a smile with a frightening aura. "I won't show you any mercy Gilbert. I'm sooooo going to enjoy this."

"Let me join in on the fun, Levi." Emma's voice said as she and Celine teleported herself in and her eyes are glowing gold and is pissed off as well.

"Ah, Emma, darling. So good you made it." Bayonetta grinned. "You brought through the barrier I see."

"We finally managed somehow. I'd keep your distance if I were you. Levi isn't the only one who's on a warpath." Celine sighed

"You may as well consider me the same!" Roselia's voice yelled

"My, My, I was just coming from a lovely stroll, only to witness this mess." Rachel's voice said.

"My, you do have a lot of nerve targeting my own hometown, don't you?" Vita's voice calmly but also quite tick off.

"You got some balls, little man." Nine's voice respond as she, Roselia, Rachel, Valkenhayn, Konoe, and Trinity teleported themselves in.

"I didn't expect to see you here, Rose, Vita, Rachel, Valkenhaym, Konoe and Trinity." Rean said.

"About time. Talk about showing up right at the last second." Celine said.

"I would've come sooner, had the Weissland Army matters not kept my hands tied." Vita replied.

"Looks like I can't leave my village without some sly fox trying to sneak in and cause mischief." Roselia glared at Gilbert.

"Just when I was hoping for a lovely tea, only to find such a vermin spoiling this garden." Rachel fold her arm.

Valkenhayn shook his head and look disappointed. "You certainly dig yourself a grave, Young man."

"This clan of witches are my friends. And since you decided to trash the place." Konoe then change her appearance to Nine the Phantom. "I'm going to enjoy burning you alive." She threaten with a grinned while Emma let out a glare with an intimidation, showing how pissed off she is.

"Say goodbye, boy. Always remember these words. "Don't mess with a witch." Bayonetta grinned as Emma and Vita's Pokemon came out to join the glaring at Gilbert.

"Eeeeek!" Gilbert shriek as he lost his color.

'Oh, boy...' Randy scratch his hair. 'Nothing feels as scalding as the wrath of beautiful women.'

'Particularly when said beautiful women are top-class witches.' Tio agreed.

'Trust me. Beautiful women and witches aren't the only people you should upset.' Aqua said, referring to Levi.

'Sucks for him.' Wario said.

'Wipe. It's his funeral.' Waluigi agreed.

'I-I almost feel sorry for Gilbert.' Tita said.

'Don't. You make your bed and all that, right?' Agate asked

'Probably. Karma knows how to bite.' Dulic agreed.

'We're in agreement then.' Alhaitham nodded

'Hmph.' Mewtwo just let out a 'hmph.'

'Yo, Yo...' Yoshi sweatdrop.

'Your right. It will be a bloodbath.'

'Should we look away, or enjoy this?' Samus asked

(BGM ended)

A voice sighed. "I figured you were up to something, but I was hoping it wasn't something like this."

(The Great Ace Attorney 2 ost - Enoch Drebber ~ The Link Between Science and Magic)

Suddenly, Campanella appeared in midair.

"M-Master Campanella!" Gilbert exclaimed as he got back on his feet.

"Great, and now the Fool shows up." Agate said.

"Nothing better to do than stir up crap, eh?" Randolph asked.

"I can't say I'm surprised to learn of your involvement in this Campanella." Vita replied.

"Oh, I should've stepped in a teensy bit earlier, huh? Too bad I was just so unbelievably busy." Campenella replied. "Besides, aside from myself and the rest of you, Little Gilby isn't the only one he upset."

"GILBEEEEEERT!" A voice yelled as a sword appeared out of nowhere and it tear a portal as it reveal Noel coming out and he was really pissed off.

"L-L-L-Lord Noel!" Gilbert lost his color again, and suddenly water surrounded him and trapped him as it seen Noel control it with just a small raise of his hand. "Eeep!"

"Out of all the narcissistic crap you pull, this time you have really gone too far!" Noel snarl. "You were supposed to test the Null Field Device the professor has tasked you in my place. Not only did you disregard your orders, and fail to report to either me or him about the test results, but you even have the audacity to drag your men into this glory-seeking crap by harassing the Hexen Clan who have nothing to do with our plan!" Then unleash a frightening imitation. "I guess I have to punish you by drowning you in the abyss and tearing you rip from rip!"

"EEEEEEEEEEEK!" Gilbert screamed in fear.

"Now, now Noel. I appreciate you planning on punishing him for me, but we need him alive for now." Campanella told him.

Noel sighed. "All right." He said calmly. "So what exactly are we going to do with him?"

"Well for starters, he needs some disciple." Campanella turns to Gilbert. "Otherwise he might not be worth keeping around anymore and then you will get to kill him."

"Sounds fine to me." Noel said as he released Gilbert from his grasp and Campanella levitated him into the air and electrified him.

"Ughghghghghghghghghg!" Gilbert responds to the electrocute Campanella is giving him.

"I specifically told you to keep tabs on the village and Noel, as he said earlier, told you to perform the experiment in his place. Not once did we tell you to invade it. I seem to recall having this exact same conversation with you four years ago." Campanella scolded

"I beg your forgiveness, Master Campanella, Lord Noel! I won't do it ever again, I swear!"

Campanella snapped his finger and the spell ended, dropping Gilbert on the floor as he trembled.

"I suppose I could find it in me to look past this one. But will the others forgive Little Gilby?" Campanella wondered as he turn to Gilbert before turning to the group. "That's the real question. You'll need to apologize, that's clear. And you'll also need to swear on the Grandmaster's name to never again meddle with this village."

"And who is this Grandmaster exactly?" Levi asked. "We all know the Grandmaster's identity is a woman."

"Ah, right. Xehanort mentioned that. But so sorry, but I'm afraid you're not worthy of knowing our Grandmaster."

"Oh really? Then I guess I'll just have to show you how worthy we are."

"Haha. You know, I like that apart from you. But regardless, that's all I'm about to say." Campanella shrug.

"That's reasonable, I'd say. It may not sound like much, but to the society's members such a vow is inviolable." Vita explained.

"You would know of Ouroboros' unwritten rules, wouldn't you, Vita?" Roselia folded her arms. "Well, I have no objections, if you get out of my sight at once, and take that idiot with you."

"Understood. I'm sure Tartaglia has already gathered up the 6th Regiment up already." Noel agreed. "And please allow me to offer my deepest apologies for not keeping this idiot under control."

Campanella bow. "And your generosity knows no bounds, Elder. Well, then. See you around, Vita. Give my regards to all of the other witches we stirred up trouble for. Schwarzer, Your Highness, Angel Boy. Always a pleasure."

Campanella then used his teleportation spells to teleport himself, Gilbert, and the Null Field Devices away as Noel teleported away through his own teleportation.

(BGM ended)

Levi sighed. "Well, at least that takes care of that." He turn to Vita. "You really think we can trust on his word about that vow?"

"Yes. As I said earlier in the society, those who swore to the Grandmaster's name uphold this vow to be true." Vita nodded

Mewtwo let out a "hmph." "We shall see about that."

"Well, then everyone. I say the mission is a success." Aqua said. "We should reunite with everyone and see what's going on."

(Trails of Cold Steel IV ost - Feel at Home)

"On that note. I want to thank you all for rescuing my home and the clan." Roselia smiled. "But honestly, I can't even leave the village anymore if this will happened again. But then again, we never encounter a problem such as this before so this is our fault for being so careless. I better come up with new measures on the barrier in case we experience something like this again."

"Then why not trigger a security system?" Trinity suggest.

"Like a few guardians the Gnomes did." Konoe suggest as she change back.

"Yes, I will be conducting some proper guardians against intruders. In any event, I shall host a feast to you all to show you our gratitude. Feel free to use the hot springs to its fullest." Roselia said

"Thank you Roselia. We be sure to take you up on that offer." Rean smiled

"And please allow to express my gratitude as well. Thank you everyone." Emma smiled

"Allow me to say thank you as well." Vita smiled.

"Also, why does it smell like someone throw out a nasty garbage here?" Roselia asked.

Everyone sweatdrop, turning to Wario and Waluigi but they vanish.

(BGM paused)

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Later...

(Trails of Cold Steel III ost - Little Rain)

Juna let out a sigh as she's in the hot spring with Musse, Altina, Tita, Alfin, Elise and Rean with their Pokemon."What a relief... I was so tensed up and worried for a while there."

Musse giggled. "I hear you. I'm just glad we were able to get through this without any major incidents."

Altina nodded in agreement. "Agreed. Excellent work everyone."

Tita let out a soft laugh. "Well, I can't say I pitched in very much. It was Agate, Olivier, Miss Samus, Miss Aqua, Miss Bayonetta, Mister Mewtwo, Yoshi and surprisingly the Wario Bros who really saved the day. And a lot of credit has to go to Instructor Randy, Levi, Mister Diluc, Mister Alhaitham and Tio, too."

"Tita, your diversionary tactics were perfect. They were the key to the whole operation coming together." Rean smiled. "And Princess Alfin, Elise, we couldn't have done it without the support you two and Towa gave us."

"I'm just glad we were able to help out. After all this village has done for you, Rean, I wanted to repay the favor in some way." Elise smiled.

"Right, right... Waait a second!" Alfin called out

"Aroo?" Alfin's Dragonite tilt his head. "Since we're all here, why don't we chat about something more interesting? Girl's talk... Secret... Exciting things! And, of course, we have Rean as our guest of honor!"

"Um, Your Highness..." Elise sweatdrop.

Rean sighed. "All right, all right. I'm clearly the odd man out among this group. Elise's one thing, but with all of you here... I'm just going to turn in early, okay?"

"R-Rean..." Elise let out a light blushed while the Pokemon either palm-faced or let out a chuckled.

"So you're used to sharing a bath with Elise?" Juna asked. "Er, well, I guess that makes sense. It's not a big deal for family to bathe in a hot spring together back where you're from."

"Well, then why not just think of the rest of us as family, too? Your newly acquired sisters!" Musse grinned.

"That suggestion doesn't entirely sit well with me." Altina replied.

"Gar..." Alfin's Gardevoir sighed as the girls got a little closer to Rean.

"Ninja..." Rean's Greninja nodded in agreement.

Alfin let out a soft giggled. "Come on, Rean. Won't it be nice?"

"Right. At the very least, we can try and make you blush~" Musse grinned

"I will think of it as just another mission." Altina narrowed her eyes.

"We won't get too radical, Insturctor. Though, maybe you could really use a good shock or two." Juna said while looking away.

"E-Even you, Juna?" Rean sweatdrop. "Let's all just try and take things down a notch..."

Elsie let out a sighed. "All right, knock it off now, you guys! You know how clueless she can be." She turn to Rean with a scolding look. "Rean, honestly, you make me so mad sometimes for just going along with whatever others want!"

"What do you mean!?"

Tita sweatdrop in the distance. 'Rean's situation is looking a little dicey... But you reap what you sow.' Then she beginto pet her Electrode. 'I do know how Elise feels, though. If someone were to try that on Agatw when we had a rare chance to be alone together.'

(BGM ended)

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After the bath...

(Resuming Feel at Home)

"Okay, is everyone ready to take off?" Palutena asked

"Looks like it. Sorry that we came in large numbers, Roselia." Link scratch his hair.

"Oh come now. You rescue the village from its crisis. We have plenty of food to keep us. Otherwise it would go to waste if we didn't thank our friends." Roselia said.

"Oh, that reminds me. Rean, please take this." Elise approached Rean and handed him his jacket.

"Ah! My jacket!" Rean said. "Now that I think back, I did have you hanf on to it for me, didn't I? But it was so ratty and tattered then... how did-?"

"Well, I've actually been patching it up little by little in my free time. I also plan to visit the witches of the Hexen Clan to enchanted it to keep the curse within you under control. So this was perfect timing. Although I wasn't expecting it would be attack."

Witch Dallier chuckled. "She really poured her heart into it. It'd be a shame if it got torn up like before, no? When she resolved to sew it, I gave her a special threat to use."

"Right. As Elise said earlier, we imbued it with magic so keep the curse within you stable. Why don't you try it on in the dressing room before we head off." Konoe suggest

"I think I will. Thank you, Elise. And everyone." Rean smiled as he took off to Roselia's Aterlier and came out a few minutes and return to wearing his usual outfit.

"All right, Rean! How does it feel to wear your previous clothes again?" Elliot smiled

"Haha. It definitely feels as comfortable as before. Maybe moreso, actually."

"Well what did you expect? Elise did pour her heart into repeating it." Alisa nodded. "It's good to see you in those clothes again."

"My word. Despite all the misfortune that follows you around, Rean, you certainly are a lucky man." Roselia chuckled.

"Oh you have no idea." Viridi roll her eyes. "But in any event, you sure he should wear that outfit as we go back to the world?"

"I think he should be fine. Well, Rean. You plan on wearing that for now on?" Palutena asked

"Yeah. I think so." Rean nodded. "But if the situations calls for it, I'll be sure to switch them just in case. I'll treat it extra carefully. I'd hate to damage it after all the effort that went in."

"I'm glad it means so much to you, but don't need to be that delicate. I'll always be here to mend it for you." Elise giggled. "But I will say an all-black ensemble would suit your current hair color more right now."

"You think so? Well, I'm, uh, not exactly striving to be a fashion icon. I imagine think I'm already showy enough."

"Oh really? Since when did you become a model?" Levi smirked.

"Well in any case, we should get back to the Courageous II before heading off to Crossbell." Palutena said. "Oh! That reminds me. I have good news to share! Can everyone come to the Hanger? It's about Valimar and Millium. And Levi, can I ask for your help too?"

"Huh?" Levi blinked

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All right, now the Hexen Clan is saved and Gilbert has been taught a lesson. I swear that guy is a tool.