Hey everyone Azza here!
Before I get to the usual stuff I want to say thanks to all the people who sent me a PM or reviewed their support thanks so much I really do appreciate it I know the story can be dodgy at times so the continued support really helps and gives me an idea on what works and what doesn't.
With that said though I'm going to keep this really brief and this is a shout out to that one guest and you know who you are, you realize this is a site where anyone can write anything right? Don't like my story then leave you don't have to read the story if you think filler is a waste of time (even though the amount of filler chapters within the 71 chapters can by counted in the single digits) I truly wonder how you handle series such as Naruto which are like 70% filler.
And as for the colorful threats I mean I'm not scared or triggered or even surprised I'm just kind of sad to see you got that triggered over one chapter, the threats and all that weren't necessary at all you could have just said your chapter is shit, your shit and been on your merry way not to mention that you commented as a guest though I have a fairly good idea as to who you actually are though I won't name names since if I am wrong I don't want anyone who didn't say anything to cop flak.
Anyway back to the positives and the usual question stuff I know all of you love to death I'll do a few PM ones that were actually important enough to note here but I'll keep the PM's anonymous just in case they don't want to be mentioned.
SilentSniper05 – Thanks for pointing out the error basically I do plan on fixing these issues at some point but it probably won't be until the story is actually completed that way I can just go back and read it for myself and see what may need adjusting.
I can't specifically remember the chapter that was in but if it was early on then yeah I have some work to do since I had next to no experience with this type of thing back then and even now though I'm improving with the help of everyone here I still make mistakes so thanks again for pointing it out.
PM1 – The question was in regards to exactly how strong Belserion was which I can understand the confusion after all he was able to push Achnologia back and use a massive amount of power even when nearly dead so since he's dead I think it's fair to just say where he stood.
Belserion if he had his full strength still would have been killed by Achnologia however Achnologia wouldn't escape unscathed to say the least. Belserion is just below Xicor in terms of power and is the closest a Dragon has come to gaining Xicor's power hence the title of Sage Dragon.
PM2 - This question is in regards to the chapter ending of the Vampire Arc specifically the second half of that chapter where I use German and don't bother translating it which I was honestly shocked no one asked about earlier.
I'm not going to say what it means but I will explain my reasoning as to why I did so. I used German without translation simply because I thought it would be a little bit of fun for everyone reading since the sentences in German are actually pretty important to the story. I mean yeah not everyone is going to have a translator on hand but I saw an opportunity with the setting to do so to see how you all react to a different language put in and to see if the reaction was positive or negative and if I should do similar things in the future.
I do have an idea about another group that would speak a different language but I wanted to gauge reaction to that snippet and it seems positive for the moment but everyone smash the PM or reviews if you do or don't want it as I said in that chapter.
Guest – Sorry to say that won't be Natsu's next power up but I've considered doing it several times to be quite honest in fact someone actually suggested I create an entirely new story based on Natsu being taken in by Eliza instead of Igneel making him the War God Slayer so it's definitely in the forefront of my mind.
I'll put it to you this way though it's practically inevitable that he will get the ability of the War God Slayer but it won't be on the scale of Elise simply because it isn't Natsu's style of combat.
So yeah once again a massive note before the story but once again only a single of chapter though I'm starting the next chapter minutes after uploading this one so we'll see how I go with that trust me I understand how amazing it is when double, triple or even quadruple chapters appear from an author writing a story you like it's amazing shout out to you Rayvenwolves I've enjoyed the recent updates!
Anyway enough from me and onto the chapter!
I do not own Fairy Tail Hiro Mashima does.
Secrets Of The Capital
/Draconia Natsu's POV/
Natsu and Eliza stood before the ruins of the capital of the Dragons with Natsu taking in the sight.
"I didn't have the chance to really look at this place the last time I was here, the extent of Achnologia's power …"
Eliza remained silent as the two began walking towards the ruined capital, upon entering the capital Natsu felt Igneel beginning to stir within his mind and sighed.
"I want you to go somewhere Natsu," Igneel said as he yawned.
"Is it tied to Dragon Cry?"
"No but its tied to the Fire Dragons and something I want salvaged, I taught you the foundational skills of Fire Dragon Slaying Magic and over time you found ways to increase and improve upon that reaching the King mode and improving upon it further reaching the Monarch mode. In addition you mastered Assimilation and Acclimatization unlocking the use of Dragon Force, once you consumed Atlas Flame your Fire Magic reached the level of a true Dragon. What I want you to find is the stone tablet of the Fire Dragons."
"So it does exist, when you say salvage you mean-?"
"Yes I want you to master everything on the tablet and then … destroy it."
"So you want me to master everything to keep the knowledge safe right but what about the other ones like the Sky Dragon tablet?"
"The Dragons that live are responsible for their own elements and young Wendy would be responsible for that one, as for the others it isn't my place only Xicor has the right to decide what should be done with the ones that have no voice to speak for them."
"I see, so where is this Fire Dragon tablet?"
A vision of a massive temple centred on an island surrounded by lava and volcanoes appeared in his mind as Natsu shook his head.
"The temple isn't far it's just beyond those mountains," Igneel said as Natsu nodded and turned to Eliza.
"Igneel wants me to find the Fire Dragon tablet while we're here and he gave me the location."
"So it seems the Fire Dragon King doesn't want his secrets left out in the open any longer, alright where are we going?"
"Just follow me its apparently over those mountains," Natsu said as Eliza nodded and the two took off at high speed.
/Fiore – Jellal's POV/
"Is everything ready?"
"We're all set Jellal just waiting for the word!"
"What part of silent operation didn't you understand Meredy?"
"Enough both of you we've got a job to do," Jellal sighed as a guard walked past.
"Are you Jellal Fernandes?"
Jellal nearly jumped through the roof turning around to face the potential threat only to tense upon seeing a Demon and one of the Demon Gates of Tartaros.
"What do you want with me," Jellal hissed as the Demon stepped forward.
"I come bearing a message from my master you know him well, my master is E.N.D better known as Natsu Dragneel."
Jellal was surprised that Natsu had sent a Demon to send him a message but nodded slowly before motioning for her to speak.
"After some events in another continent across the sea master Natsu wishes for you to find a person of significant importance."
"And who exactly is this person?"
"Her name according to master Natsu was Anna Heartfilia though why he wants her I don't know however he had been speaking to Irene Belserion about some events from the past and her name was brought up so I assume it relates to that."
"Anything involving Alvarez isn't good so it must be important, as you can see we're kind of busy doing something right now however so that task will have to wait."
"What exactly is your task?"
"I plan on liberating the imprisoned members of the Oracion Seis and having them join Crime Sorciere, our guild is still far too small to make any real difference in the world even with the abilities the three of us possess so having them on our side would be a significant boost."
"I see, I suppose I have no choice then but to help you complete this task so that you may begin my masters task, I will draw attention away from the prison in that time free the ones you wish," Seilah said as she slowly vanished into thin air.
Moments later a large explosion went off outside with the guards' immediately on alert rushing towards the scene, Jellal sighed and shook his head as he focused on the mind link.
"Alright it seems we are getting some assistance from someone claiming to have been sent by Natsu and she's offered to distract the guards in exchange for Crime Sorciere's assistance in another matter."
"Are you sure she can be trusted Jellal what do you know about her," Ultear asked sceptical about the whole thing.
"She is one of the former Nine Demon Gates of Tartaros that much I'm certain of but she refers to Natsu as her master likely because he is E.N.D, for now I'd say trust her but be on guard just in case. Anyway enough of that we've got a job to do, find where the Oracion Seis are being held and free them."
"Understood," Ultear said as she cut off the link.
Jellal sighed as he began running down the hallway only to stop when one of the prisoners called out to him.
"Wait I heard you mention the name Natsu earlier that wouldn't happen to be Natsu Dragneel would it?"
Jellal looked into the cell and saw a man that had seen better days, his body was pale and his hair being ragged and dirty going down his back. The man looked right into Jellal's eyes unnerving him slightly.
"Why should I say anything to you?"
"I may not look like much but I was defeated by Natsu Dragneel years ago best fight of my life it was, that kid taught me some valuable lessons which I've taken to heart."
"Is that right and just who are you?"
"The names Krieg of the Raging Earth not that my title means much anymore I've been in here so long, if you're working for Dragneel then I want out I owe the kid for putting me back on the right path."
Jellal looked into the eyes of the man and could see the sincerity of what he'd said and nodded before kicking the door off its hinges and walking over to the man.
"Can you fight?"
"I might be a bit rusty they only let me use my magic to fix stuff around here," Krieg replied as Jellal nodded and shattered the cuffs on his hands and feet.
Krieg stretched as his magic returned to him and his body began to a more muscular form.
"Take away a man's magic and it does wonders for his health, alright let's get going!"
"We have other prisoners to break out," Jellal said as Krieg looked at him curiously. "The Oracion Seis if you were wondering."
"Ah those guys huh you'll be wanting to head down to level 25 that's where they were taken from what I've heard, rumour is they didn't even put up a fight as they walked down there crazy if you ask me since I've heard sometimes you don't eat for days at a time down there."
"To them it would be nothing for they have survived conditions such as that as mere children; still it seems I am to free them from such slavery a second time …"
Jellal began to race towards the central shaft where a single elevator moved up and down to transport prisoners and guards, Jellal grabbed Krieg and jumped off the edge surrounding them with a golden light flying down the shaft at high speed.
"Ultear I've located the Oracion Seis and picked up a new member we need you to secure the elevator for us!"
"That isn't an option Jellal Meredy and I have been forced to retreat because the Royal Executioners just entered the prison."
"Yeah they ignored what the Demon lady was doing and just went straight in like they knew it was all just a diversion," Meredy added as Jellal grit his teeth.
"We have to hurry the Royal Executioners are on their way," Jellal said as he landed on the ground cracking it in the process.
"Shame your friends couldn't have told us that before we leapt down the massive hole with only one exit …"
"It cannot be helped but with the members of Oracion Seis assisting us we should be able to fight our way out after all us combined with them is quite the force."
"Whatever you say pal I'll follow your lead," Krieg said as the two began to run down the dimly lit corridor.
After running for some time and the dimly lit corridor becoming pitch black Jellal surrounded himself with a bright yellow aura as they stopped before a large metal door, without a word Jellal began to rebound off the walls before kicking the doors off their hinges and walking into the large cell.
Expanding the light onto the occupants Jellal couldn't help but feel pity for the conditions they were living in however it wasn't until he saw their faces that his attitude became that of shock.
"Well well well here's a face I never thought I'd see again, long time no see Jellal Tower of Heaven wasn't it?"
"Nice to see you again Erik," Jellal replied as Cobra's grin widened.
"So you're busting us out of this hellhole huh thank fuck for that wasn't exactly a fan of going through the towers torture methods again."
"I only have one condition for freeing you-."
"Yeah we already know you want us to join your guild or whatever to atone for our past crimes in the Oracion Seis we all agreed its 1000x better than being stuck here."
"Indeed whilst serving our sentences would be the honourable thing to do these simply aren't acceptable living conditions for us to live in."
"Hello Richard it's good to see you aren't bent on money anymore."
"Probably because he's still under Nirvana's effects!"
"As much as I would like to continue this conversation I'm afraid it'll have to wait the Royal Executioners are on their way and if we don't move they'll end up getting us," Krieg said as everyone adopted serious expressions.
"So they sent the Royal Executioners in to stop us escaping eh, well guess we'd better get a move on then," Cobra said as Jellal shattered their bindings freeing them as the magic power level of the room skyrocketed.
"Alright now that we're free let's keep it that way, come on leader what's our escape plan?"
"Well there's only one route out of here and its back the way we came," Jellal sighed as Krieg stepped forward.
"Actually there is another option, if I remember correctly weren't you an Earth Mage," Krieg asked as he pointed towards Richard who nodded before catching on to what Krieg was saying.
"Of course I know what you're thinking as an Earth Mage I'm able to manipulate Earth and we're surrounded by it!"
"Yeah well you wouldn't be alone because I'm also an Earth Mage so we'd be able to get the job done faster."
"Alright this sounds like a good idea can you two make a way out of here for us," Jellal asked as the two nodded and walked over to the back wall.
"Alright on the count of three," Richard said as the two placed their hands on the wall and a sudden surge of magic seemingly shifted the earth creating a path that gradually went upward.
"Alright let's go this path won't hold forever we're pretty far down," Krieg said as the group began running up the path.
After 10 minutes of running an explosion went off in the prison's courtyard as the group reached ground level, the members of the Oracion Seis squinted as they adjusted to the sunlight.
"Damn was the sun always so god damn bright," Cobra growled.
"I hope you all adjust quickly because we have company," Jellal said as the group slowly regained their vision and saw the Royal Executioners standing across the courtyard.
"Ah great these guys," Racer sighed as they assumed combat stances.
A man with two scythes with hands attached to them stepped forward and began to speak as the group tensed.
"You will go no further members of the Oracion Seis for we will not allow mages such as you to roam free once more, as for you Jellal Fernandes you have made a grave error in revealing yourself like this. All of you stand down at once and you won't have to die slowly and painfully!"
"Die a slow and painful death or die a quick death such great choices," Angel said sarcastically as Cobra smirked.
"I think these punks have forgotten who we are and just why we were so greatly feared by the Magic Council, tools of the Council and the Royal Family don't stand a chance against us!"
"That may be true but don't forget we said the same of Fairy Tail and its alliance and we were soundly defeated or did you forget that lesson," Midnight countered as Cobra's grin faltered for a brief moment.
"We won't let that happen this time you know that as well as I do," Cobra said as he coated his arm in poison.
"So you choose the slow and painful option then, by order of the Council and the King you are to be executed for your crimes!"
The two opposing forces gathered in the courtyard disappeared with explosions and the sounds of combat raging all over the prison as more and more prisoners began to escape due to the damage the prison was sustaining.
In all the chaos however Jellal had opted to stay out of the fight to allow the former Oracion Seis members the chance to fight after being locked up for so long, as for Krieg he wasn't interested in fighting the guards and chose to stand on the sidelines with Jellal.
"I've distracted the guards sufficiently enough but it seems these ones saw past the ruse," Seilah said as she appeared next to them. "We need to get moving before the guards regroup."
"Agreed though the executioners are indeed powerful they are no match for us therefore it is likely a Wizard Saint will be dispatched," Jellal sighed. "Meredy link the others up to us so that I may speak with them."
"On it Jellal," Meredy said as several flashes of light appeared in the distance and shot towards the members of the Oracion Seis who were all shocked being unable to dodge it.
"Before you panic this is a type of telepathy magic that will allow us to speak without the executioners listening in, we need to retreat for now fighting them is pointless!"
"I agree a far greater power is slowly approaching anyway one that we might not be able to face," Midnight said as the others inwardly sighed and nodded pulling off flashy attacks in order to escape their opponents.
"All right follow me," Seilah ordered as she opened up a portal with everyone running through the Demon portal with it closing just as the executioners reached it.
/Unknown Ruins/
The rather large group walked out of the portal to a familiar sight.
"The ruins of Nirvana now this does take me back," Racer said as the others slowly nodded in agreement before turning to Jellal and the others.
"Alright Jellal now that we aren't in immediate danger you can give us the full rundown on why you want us specifically, what for and who that one wants us to do a job for," Cobra said as Jellal sighed and nodded slowly before leaning up against a rock.
"All fair questions which I will answer after all its not exactly like I deserve your trust right off the bat after all the things I did at the tower."
"Considering we were one of the three strongest Dark Guilds in Fiore we aren't in a position to talk either, stop being a big brooding emo and just spit it out Jellal," Angel said with a small smirk as Cobra and Racer laughed at his expense.
"Very well I'll start by telling you why I want you lot, I've started an independent guild called Crime Sorciere and the aim is to fight the dark wherever it may sprout in penance for our past transgressions. This is a guild for those who have had dark pasts but wish to make amends and I want to extend an offer for all of you to join."
"Well he isn't Brain so I don't see the harm besides all of us sticking together as a group wouldn't be such a bad idea," Midnight said as several other members nodded in agreement.
"Before you make a decision let me tell you something, this guild takes orders from a man whom you all should know well whose name is Natsu Dragneel."
"So the Wizard Saint is doing a little business with disreputables like us on the side eh," Cobra said with a smirk as Jellal shook his head.
"Actually as it stands his position as a Wizard Saint is in serious doubt because of recent events that have revealed his true identity."
"He can't be worse than any of us … right?"
"I'm afraid he is the most wanted man in all of Earthland save Zeref and Achnologia, Natsu is E.N.D."
The Oracion Seis and Krieg froze at that statement trying to find any sort of deceit in Jellal's words but found none; slowly looking to the Demoness who was standing next to Meredy they quickly realized the connection.
"So you're telling me that guy is the strongest Demon in all existence," Cobra shouted in shock.
"Yes but he isn't like the stories would have you believe he's actually quite tired of fighting, he's away on personal business but will apparently return sometime soon according to her which leads us to why she wants us to look for someone."
"Yes this person is vital to Master Natsu's plans in dealing with Zeref and Achnologia, the woman is named Anna Heartfilia and supposedly she has living descendants in Fiore so you must begin the search there."
"Before all that though do you all agree to join," Jellal cut in as the members looked at him curiously.
"Well I shall after all the chance for repentance is what I've sought all along," Richard said cheerfully as he walked over to Jellal's side with Angel sighing and following suit.
"It's a better idea than what I had so I'm in."
"I'll join but you'd better not treat us like Brain did," Racer said as Jellal nodded with Midnight just silently making his way over.
"What about you Erik?"
"I'll join on one condition, Cubelios has gone missing and I must find her, you allow me time to search for her and I'll join."
"It's a deal," Jellal said as he held out his hand and Cobra shook it.
"Well I suppose now its stamp time," Ultear said as she materialized a guild stamp and gave each of them their own guild mark in the same place as their old ones.
Walking up to Krieg the man simply nodded and pointed towards his right shoulder as Ultear stamped it with a yellow guild mark.
"Alright now that we've all been put on the same side we'll head for the guilds base of operations and plan our next move in regards to Anna Heartfilia."
"I shall return to Master Natsu however should you ever need to contact him use this device and it shall alert him to come to your location as soon as possible," Seilah said as she handed him a lacrima.
"Understood and please give my regards to Natsu," Jellal said as she nodded and walked through a portal leaving the group alone.
"What have we gotten ourselves into," Cobra sighed as Jellal smirked.
"It's never a dull day Erik so you'd better get used to it."
/Draconia – Natsu's POV/
"Remind me again why I'm bothering with this Igneel," Natsu growled as he trudged through pits of lava.
"You shouldn't be complaining Natsu if you were weak this lava would have seared the flesh from your bones!"
"Doesn't mean this crap still doesn't burn a lot though!"
"Get over it all Dragons must pass a test to get into their respective temples you will be no exception to this rule."
"You're a real dick you know that and how come you let Eliza warp across!"
"Because she isn't the one here for the tablet is she, you must prove yourself worthy of the tablet Natsu strolling in isn't how it works!"
"But it worked for the Sky Dragon one?"
"You had a Dragon take you there its different and besides you only went there to learn one spell so it doesn't count."
"I feel like you're making this up," Natsu sighed as he pulled himself out of the lava and onto land with his clothes reforming. "Well that was a pain in the ass but I'm here."
"Good now go inside and use your Fire Dragon Magic to light all the torches."
Natsu nodded as he easily opened the doors and walked into the dimly lit room, looking around he saw a torch and pointed at it as it flared to life. Natsu then moved his finger around the room until all the torches were lit when Eliza and Seilah turned up.
"Ah Seilah your back how'd things go with Jellal?"
"It seems he has been expanding his guild when I arrived he was attacking the Magic Council's prisons in order to free the Oracion Seis," Seilah said as Natsu raised an eyebrow.
"And how did that turn out?"
"Surprisingly well they all joined as well as another man by the name of Krieg who seemed to know you."
"If he's an Earth Magic user then yeah I've met him I'm the one that sent him to prison, I'm guessing that Krieg decided to join up with Jellal?"
"Yes he is indeed anyway they are beginning their search for Anna Heartfilia soon."
"Good thanks for the help Seilah."
"Not a problem Master," Seilah said as she gave Natsu a hug.
"Uh what's this for?"
"Isn't this what humans do after a successful mission?"
"Er no but I mean if you want to then go ahead but you're gonna explain to Erza why your hugging me later alright?"
"I understand Master," Seilah said as she let go of Natsu and began to look around.
"Keep moving Natsu I want that tablet destroyed," Igneel said in his mind as Natsu sighed and mentally nodded.
"How many times are you going to remind me Igneel?"
"Until it's done."
Natsu continued on with Seilah and Eliza following close behind as they approached a door with different coloured magic circles were placed on it sealing it shut.
"Ok so what's this?"
"Think about what you just did Natsu, lighting up lanterns using your flames, tell me what you've learned about fire over the last few years?"
"That there are different coloured flames?"
"Yes that's precisely what I mean but have you ever stopped to consider why they're coloured differently?"
Natsu looked at the magic circles and pondered the question as he thought back to the many different colours of fire he'd seen.
"Ok so the first different coloured flame I'd ever seen was Macao's with his purple flames, next was Zancrow with his black flames, the Harbinger with his green flames and my own crimson flames after Uncle Atlas gave me his power but what's the connection …"
"Think about who they were, what specific type of magic they use and what the flames themselves did and you'll begin to figure it out."
"Ok then I know Zancrow was a God Slayer, the Harbinger was the Herald of Famine if I remember right and the crimson flames represent the flames of hell, Macao's flames represent flames that do more than just burn things. I just can't figure it out…"
"Look I'll break it down for you alright using your flames to start with, the flames you produce when not using your E.N.D form are representative of the fires of hell. The flames burn at a far higher temperature than most other flames as you've seen, now using the flames of Zancrow which are tainted flames of the Gods due to his evil nature. Your black flames are Demonic flames not much more needs to be said there but the one that will really let you figure out what I'm hinting at. The Harbinger's flames are green and represent famine itself with the sickly green flames withering all in its path, now tell me what you think I mean."
"That each colour of fire represents a flame with different abilities," Natsu said mentally hitting himself for not noticing something that important.
"Indeed you see flames taste different depending on what the inherent properties of said flames are, green flames have a foul taste that dries out and infects almost anything save for those who are or have been touched by a higher power. Now knowing this information what does that tell you?"
"Well looking at this door the magic runes for fire are written into each of the magic circles so that must mean in order to gain entrance the appropriate strand of fire must be applied to each, right?"
"That's exactly what needs to be done but as you are about to point out you do not possess all the variants which is where this little trick comes in, I'm going to take control of your arm for a moment don't resist."
Natsu allowed Igneel to take control of his arm as it began to turn into Igneel's own albeit a far smaller version.
"Walk up to the door so that I may tap the small symbol in the centre."
Natsu did as instructed as Igneel tapped a slight indent with his claw with a pulse emanating from it which then created lines across the door reaching out to the magic circles, the magic circles began to glow with the door fading away.
"Wow that was pretty cool but why bother explaining all that stuff about the fire?"
"It's relevant because you will be learning how to use them all from the tablet, as I mentioned earlier the tablet is EVERYTHING related to the Fire Dragons and that includes all the variants of the element."
"Wait so what I'm doing is-?"
"You will truly become my successor with this step Natsu, after you have mastered and destroyed the tablet you won't be simply Igneel's son anymore or the Fire Dragon Prince rather you will truly be the Fire Dragon Monarch in every sense of the word. As my son it is yours by right Natsu and after everything you've been through and what will inevitably come in the future I believe you are truly ready for this."
"Igneel …"
"Now hurry up and get in there Natsu and let's see what state the place is in!"
Natsu silently nodded as he motioned for Seilah and Eliza to follow him both understanding his silent conversation with his father, walking into a chamber with lava and flames filling the room leaving only a single walkway to a large circle in the centre with a charred black tablet mounted onto the wall at the end of the room overlooking the arena like space.
"I'm guessing this is where the King resided," Eliza said as Natsu silently nodded slowly walking forward towards the centre of the room.
Looking up at the tablet Natsu could almost feel a strange type of power emanating from it that he didn't even feel from the Sky Dragon one.
"You feel the resonance Natsu, what you feel is the tablet recognizing your magic and who granted it to you. Embrace the feeling and prepare yourself both mind and body, mastering fire itself isn't an easy task."
"I understand Igneel I promise I won't let you down," Natsu said as he sat down in a meditative position.
Eliza turned to Seilah with a small smile and motioned for the two of them to leave.
"He'll be here for awhile so I suppose we should explore the area a bit after all we're walking through history."
"I suppose it's better than just standing around he could find us if he needs us I guess, so where should we go first?"
"Hmm well I'm sure there are other things of importance here such as texts or artefacts that might be of importance to Igneel and Natsu and it could be interesting to hunt for them?"
"Or while Natsu is busy the two of you could perform his other mission for him?"
"Ah Xicor and here I was wondering if you even cared about that task anymore," Eliza said cheerfully as Xicor grumbled.
"Look I have an idea on what to do with that staff that will assist Natsu but it requires preparation which the two of you could perform whilst he learns to master the element of fire."
"And what is this plan you have with Dragon Cry and Natsu Xicor, all the months we've been here and not once have you mentioned it?"
Xicor grumbled once more as the two waited for the Dragon God's answer, after a full minute Xicor sighed and opened a portal for the two to come directly to him.
"Well now this is interesting," Eliza said with a raised eyebrow as both she and Seilah walked through leaving Natsu to his own devices.
/Terminus/
Seilah and Eliza appeared before Xicor as the Dragon God stood in front of a strange altar with many runes etched into it.
"Alright Xicor you have us here now what's the need to bring us here directly?"
"Natsu has a fight against impossible odds coming in the near future, with all the power Achnologia has acquired Natsu could master the element of fire and it wouldn't make a shred of difference. Natsu hasn't had a fraction of the time Achnologia has to harness and master his powers to the point of perfection, even taking into account his Devil abilities he still hasn't come even close to figuring out how to master them merely having an idea of how to use them."
"I have to agree with you there Xicor, he may be the one destined to defeat him but looking at his ever increasing power he doesn't have a chance against that thing which has the power of countless Dragons behind him. I will ask though what is your plan Xicor?"
"We know that Natsu is a selfless good hearted person nothing like Achnologia which is why I believe he is worthy for an element of Dragon Slaying magic no one has ever received before, within Dragon Cry lies the combined power of countless Dragons with all their power stored within as you know. My plan Eliza is to extract the power of the staff, convert it from the chaotic mess of elements, put the souls within to rest, convert all the power of the staff into my own element and place that power into Natsu."
Eliza's eyes widened in shock as Seilah cocked an eyebrow.
"Xicor you can't do something like that you could kill him forcing such a large amount of magic into him, the power of countless Dragons and Divine magic! We have no idea how Divine Dragon Slayer magic would react to his Demonic Dragon Slayer magic either you could kill our only chance at killing that thing!"
"But you forget Eliza there is evidence to prove this is a viable option, his own brother Zeref was able to absorb the soul of the hybrid which might I add was a half Demon half Divine being and survived. Also Natsu was able to consume Atlas Flame with no consequences which leads me to believe that this idea will work."
"But still you can't just pull something like this it's too much of a risk!"
"And what is the alternative Eliza, Natsu isn't going to be strong enough to face a being that makes the Gods themselves hide within this realm and even has Zeref cautious. I will give Natsu this power as an apology not only to the mortals for the sin the Dragons have unleashed but an apology to my own kind and my failure to help them when they truly needed me the most. Natsu is truly the hope of the future for if he should fail … should Achnologia gain the ability to travel between the realms … I shudder at the thought."
Eliza was about to protest until Xicor's last statement gave her pause, looking at the Dragon who was no longer focusing on any one thing seemingly lost in his own thoughts.
"It's just come to my attention what Natsu would become should I go through with this and I must say it makes me second guess myself, should I grant Natsu Divine Dragon Slayer magic he would essentially be another Hybrid like Zeref. I know I must still go through with this but it does give me pause thinking of the rise of a second Hybrid, for now I believe I shall stick to what I believe and go through with this however should things go wrong I won't allow it to become a second Zeref situation."
Eliza sighed and shook her head as she shrugged her shoulders looking the Dragon God in the eye.
"Well at least you will take responsibility for this, fine we'll search for whatever it is for you need for this ritual you plan on performing."
"Thank you Eliza and thank you as well Seilah I know this isn't an easy decision, I need specific runes from each particular element held within Dragon Cry. I'll give you a list and the locations of the runes you just need to fetch them."
"Very well Xicor we'll be back soon just make sure you aren't sleeping whilst we're on the ground doing all the legwork otherwise I'll come back … with my sword."
Xicor grumbled and nodded as Eliza nodded in acknowledgement snapping her fingers with both her and Seilah walking through and the portal closing behind them.
"I hate that look my scales feel like paper whenever she looks at me like that …"
Hope you all enjoyed and I'll see you in the next one!