The World Championships
Chapter 68 White Tiger X's Final Curtain Call
The next morning, after enjoying a delicious breakfast in which the Blitzkrieg Boyz drank to Boris Balkov wishing him all the misfortune he so richly deserved, all twelve teams, spectator and competitor alike were in the taxi park. Tala and Luna stood with their arms round each other's waists, Luna's head was nuzzled into the crook of Tala's left shoulder. Oliver and Cordelia were also stood close together with linked hands.
"So, Tala, are you ready to battle?"
"I certainly am, Luna."
"Who are you up against?"
"White Tiger X."
"Are you ready for them?"
"I am."
Oliver and Cordelia were also conversing over the next match.
"Who do you think will win the next match?"
"It's White Tiger X against the Blitzkrieg Boyz, so it should be interesting but personally the Blitzkrieg Boyz, what are your thoughts?"
"Both teams are strong and I respect both but at the same time, I place my money on the Blitzkrieg Boyz."
"Well, it'll be a very exciting match, especially with both teams being strong competitors."
Before long, all the teams began to board the taxis which would take them to Harrah's Cherokee Centre. Tala and Luna hugged before a reluctant separation. Oliver and Cordelia felt the same as they boarded the taxis.
Gradually, the taxis drove away, leaving the hotel behind and heading for the stadium. Mr Daniels and Sherlock were following in the Ford Escort, despite Risk Factor playing by the rules now.
For what seemed a long time, all the taxis drove towards the stadium. All the bladers were excited for the match. The G-Revolutions were intently discussing the battle that was coming.
"Are you looking forward to seeing White Tiger X take on the Blitzkrieg Boyz, chief?"
"I sure am, Tyson, are you?"
"Yes, chief, but who do you think will win?"
"Last year the Blitzkrieg Boyz beat White Tiger X, so, it'll be interesting to see if White Tiger X do any better this time."
"Then after their match it'll be us against the PPB All Starz."
"Got that right hopefully Max and Ray will be able to win."
"Yes, chief, but if one of them loses we still have three others to battle in the tiebreaker."
"True that, Tyson."
After a long drive, all twelve taxis reached the stadium and everyone disembarked. Ten of the twelve teams made their way into the stands. Many beyblading fans from North Carolina filled the stands, one of these fans was the actor Adam Copeland who was better known as the professional wrestler Edge. Mr Daniels and Sherlock were also sitting in the stands, this time just as spectators.
"Good morning, everybody, and welcome to the semi finals of the Beyblading World Championships, we join you today in Asheville, North Carolina!" Announced DJ Jazzman. "Today, we shall witness a clash of two very well known teams! First off, let's give a grand welcome to White Tiger X!"
White Tiger X entered the stadium from one side, they were calm, composed and focused. However, they were also nervous because if they lost they'd be out.
"They're opponents are the mighty Blitzkrieg Boyz!"
The Blitzkrieg Boyz entered the stadium from the other side, intent on victory and securing their place in the final round.
Now both teams were in the stadium, they took their positions on benches opposite one another. For what seemed a long time, nobody moved at all. Soon, Lee stood up from the bench and walked over the closed platform.
"Lee is the first to represent White Tiger X, his combination of speed, cunning and patience are a no brainer in this competition!"
Before long, Tala walked over and met Lee at the closed platform.
"Tala is stepping up to face Lee, his Wolborg bit beast is a fierce threat to any opponents!"
"Good luck, Tala! Make me proud!" Tala heard his girlfriend Luna yell from the crowd, she followed by blowing him a kiss.
"I will, Luna!" Tala blew her a kiss in return.
With Lee and Tala now facing one another, the closed platform separated and unveiled a stadium comprised of a grassy field and a memorial to the Wright brothers.
"How innovative, The Wright Brothers' Memorial Stadium!"
Lee swiftly readied his ripcord, launcher and beyblade. Tala was swift to do the same.
"3,2,1, let it rip!"
Lee launched Galeon into the stadium, Tala instantly released Wolborg.
"Galeon, attack!"
"Go, Wolborg!"
Grass flew up as Galeon and Wolborg shot round the memorial. The black and silver blades clanged hard as sparks flew.
"Galeon, full power attack!"
Galeon heeded Lee's command, it slashed Wolborg hard and at all angles.
"Wolborg, fight back now!"
Wolborg managed to push Galeon off, it struck with authoritative blows.
"Galeon, multi slam now!"
Galeon ferociously slammed Wolborg back and forth, sparks hit the air as it hit every blow.
"Wolborg, push it back now!"
With a single mighty slam, the door was shut on Lee's attack, Galeon flew straight into the memorial to the other side of the stadium.
"Galeon, attack, Spiral Lightning!"
A bright glow exuded from Galeon, the huge black lion appeared with a roar and it leaped forth. Black lightning shot from Lee's blade, Wolborg was disorientated from the hit and fell backwards.
"Wolborg, Novae Rog!"
Cold air and water vapour flowed from Wolborg's base, trapping Galeon in an icy grip. The beautiful woman with the long sapphire hair appeared, she turned round and became the wolf that froze Galeon. Wolborg shattered the ice and Galeon was knocked from the stadium.
"Tala wins, the Blitzkrieg Boyz take the first match!"
Wolborg returned to Tala's open hand while Lee picked up Galeon.
"Thanks for a good battle, Lee."
"Congratulations on your win, Tala."
Tala shook hands with Lee before they parted company. A pair of arms flung themselves round Tala's back, he looked round and there was Luna, her eyes blazed with love and pride.
"You were absolutely amazing, Tala, I'm so proud of you!"
"Thanks, Luna."
Tala and Luna wrapped their arms round each other's waists, they stood holding each other for a long time. They soon had to sadly separate as Gary stood up to replace Lee.
"Gary is next to represent White Tiger X, can he secure a victory or White Tiger X leave with nothing?"
Spencer was swift to take Tala's place for the next round.
"Spencer is stepping up to ensure victory for the Blitzkrieg Boyz, will he succeed or will the journey end for them?"
A new stadium replaced the previous one, this one looked exactly like Pullen Park, complete with a playground, river, bridge and forest.
"The Pullen Park stadium, how impressive!"
Spencer and Gary took their positions and readied their launchers, ripcords and beyblades.
"3,2,1, Let it Rip!"
Spencer swiftly released Seaborg and Gary followed with Galzzly.
"Seaborg, attack!"
"Go, Galzzly!"
Seaborg and Galzzly shot across the stadium, sparks flew as they met in the middle.
"Galzzly, attack now!"
Galzzly hit Seaborg hard and pushed it back.
"Seaborg, counterattack!"
No sooner had Spencer given the command, Seaborg ferociously attacked Galzzly, it struck fast and hard.
"Keep it up!"
Heeding Spencer's command, Seaborg maintained the offensive, it slashed from all sides and hit hard.
"That's the way, Seaborg, let's finish it off!"
"Galzzly, fight back!"
Momentum swiftly turned in Gary's favour as Galzzly fiercely struck back, it brutally attacked Seaborg from all angles.
"That's the way, Galzzly, keep on the attack!"
Galzzly heeded Gary's command and maintained a hard offensive, it hit Seaborg on all sides.
"Seaborg, attack now!"
Seaborg swiftly regained momentum, it viciously attacked Galzzly and hit it with authoritative blows.
"Seaborg, slam now!"
With one single slam, Seaborg shoved Galzzly backwards and sent it flying.
"Finish him off, Seaborg!"
"Galzzly, counterattack!"
As Seaborg went in for the kill, Galzzly snatched momentum away and viciously attacked.
"Keep on the attack, Galzzly!"
"Fight back, Seaborg!"
Galzzly and Seaborg hit one another and switched sides.
"Slam, Galzzly!"
With a single slam, Galzzly sent Seaborg into the water with a splash.
"Seaborg, Stramolyu!"
The huge yellow and purple sperm whale appeared, it roared mightily and ate Galzzly. At the same time, Seaborg slammed Galzzly out of the stadium and returned to Spencer's open hand. White Tiger X watched in horror as this happened, tears of loss flowed down Mariah's cheeks as Lee soothed her.
"Winner Spencer!"
Spencer approached Gary with his hand out, Gary shook it firmly.
"Thanks for a great battle."
"Good luck to you next round."
"White Tiger X are out of the tournament and the Blitzkrieg Boyz have punched their ticket to the finals, join us tomorrow to see the G-Revolutions clash with the PPB All Starz!"