EL Digital Saviors 21

Ok loyal readers now that we've seen how the DigiDestined have all achieved Champion Level the story can move on. The defeat of Thundermon and his hordes of Vilemon has thrown a royal sized monkey-wrench into our monkey supervillain's plan. He's starting to see how Devimon and his minions failed, but he's far from done with our heroes. His vengeance will be swift! Story is still rated the same. Please read and review.

-chapter 21 - Powers of Eight

-Continent of Darkness -begin Digimon Tamers US Theme by Paul Gordon

In the Continent of Darkness in the likes of Etemon's hideout the orange suited monkey was in a bit of hissy-fit to put it lightly. When he learned his squadron of Vilemon led by Thundermon were all killed he was beyond furious. His anger level was more like "I'm ready to kill the next fool who tells me bad news" type of mad. He heard from the Network Intel Seadramon was still alive but so far no one could contact the large overgrown sea snake. "If anyone of you miserable nimrod's gives me any more bad news Ill kill ya. On second thought I'm not gonna kill 'em just hurt 'em real bad. If any of 'em go to Ultimate... "

"But sir what do we do then if that happens? My cursory evaluations show if any of our enemies reach Ultimate we will have a distinctive offensive deficiency. On top of that we... " Datamon as he pressed multiple buttons displaying various mathematical equations and advanced computations. None of it made sense to any of Etemon's crew except to Datamon.

Turning to his allies he saw Metaltyrannomon boringly drum his metal claws on the meeting table the group used for strategy modifications. "Oh sorry. I'm rambling. My apologies."

"Destroy us... Ugh." The cybernetically enhanced dinosaur muttered.

"Datamon stop yer boring us and rustle me up some goons to slaughter those candy coated kids!" Etemon raged as he grabbed hold of Datamon by his glass tube atop his head.

Dropping the Machine type on the floor Datamon knew he'd best not screw up and limped over to the communications computer. "Y-y-yes sir. At once my lord. I mean it at once. Coming in this is Datamon. Do you read me?" Datamon said patching into his reserved warriors base.

-Inn

It was mid morning at the Inn as many of the occupants went about their schoolwork. Everyone was making at least some amount of progress.. except Mayu that is. It was her multiplication math that was giving her a hard time. The more she tried to understand it the less it worked. Hence the frustrated she became. "ARGH! I hate multiplication! The more I try the less I get it! Darnit!" She ranted in frustration.

Having finished his own work Alex looked over what the problem was. While action and sports weren't his thing... math & science were his game. "Hey kiddo lemme take a look." The geeky boy found the problem. "7 x 8? That's easy. Its 56. Its a trick I developed since 5 and 6 come before 7 and 8 numerically."

It was amazing to Mayu seeing his smarts up close. "Oh here's another 4 x 4? Its 16. Since in the US you have to be at least 16 to drive a 4x4. Does that help?"

Jumping from her seat she gave the nerd a big bear hug. "Yeah it does. Thanks Alex. You're the best."

"Didn't know we were on a hugging basis now... " He mumbled very humbled by the deep bear hug she gave him.

Now to Alex girls he knew really weren't into the habit of hugging him... excepting relatives that is. "Maybe I should help you some more. That alright?" He asked to which she smiled back signifying she'd gladly accept it.

Eventually Jason and Kanae finished the dishes from breakfast and even before breakfast that day everyone had their studies at the table working away at it. But breakfast ended awhile ago and there sat Bokomon. It was odd though that Bokomon the trusty Digimon scholar was still with his nose stuck in some old book he obtained from his recent visit to the Primary Village library. Even stranger was that Jason noticed he'd been studying it for 56 minutes. What was in it? "Hey Bokomon what're you doing? You've been studying that book for almost an hour. What's so important in it?"

Looking up from the old yellowed book Bokomon explained. "Oh the book? I'm studying up on my ancient knowledge... " Then he showed just what he was reading about. "These everyone are the Crests."

He showed everyone what the so-called "Crests'' looked like. One looked like a very stylized heart. Another was in a almost comet-like shape. A few of the others resembled a misshapen yin-yang symbol, a teardrop, and a very stylized cross. Looking up from her math a certain 12 year old's attention was piqued. "Crests?" Mayu asked very lost but wanting to know more.

"Ancient artifacts that are said to give the power to Digivolve to Ultimate. One of them in on my outfit." Lucy added.

Deciding everyone needed more information on the alleged purpose of the ancient insignias. Lucy continued for Bokomon. ''Its said the Crest only works when the user demonstrates the trait in times of strife."

"So when the chips are getting really thrown down... right?" Alex guessed. He yet used gaming lexicon for his questioning.

Knowing Alex had the right idea the Digimon scholar continued. "Yes exactly Alex. There are several Crests each representing a special personal value. There's the Crest of Courage, Crest of Friendship, Crests of Love & Sincerity, plus Reliability. There's also the Crests of Knowledge, Kindness, as well as Hope and Light. Studies show many more may have existed long, long ago. I believe all of you represent a designated crest attribute."

By now Kohta was listening more & more to the scholar's research findings. "So what do you think I signify then?"

It was then Agumon chimed in. "Courage. The power to stand and fight without fear protecting who you care about the most. But what about those weirdo egg things? Are they really? Could they be?''

Though he'd only read about them in books yet having not seen them personally Agumon was sure these were what he thought they were. ''Yes indeed these are the Armor DigiEggs. Much like the crests these allow Digimon to evolve more quickly but only to Champion level. Legends say they were created in the Digital World's early era. Most of them share traits with the Crests." Bokomon added.

By now everyone had gathered at the table listening about the Crests. "I truly believe Lucy signifies the Crest of Hope. The will to fight on against near impossible odds & hope for a better world in the future." Patamon stated very sure. "After all I'm said to be a Holy Beast Digimon. What better symbol of hope than an angel?"

Looking over the Crests one in particular called to Palmon. "I tell you what Kanae I think we share the Crest of Sincerity. To always be true and honest to ourselves and others. That and character."

Studying the other Crests Bokomon deduced which symbols best fit each of their number. "Based on my study I believe JP is given the Crest of Reliability. His dependable mechanic skills prove it. I theorize Nana is empowered by the Crest of Light. Mayu seems best a fit for Love. Alex best signifies Knowledge by his great intelligence. Furthermore Jason exemplifies the Crest of Friendship. Though there are other Crests so potentially many more represent their best quality. Or so the legends say... They're only legends. Who knows if there's any truth to them?"

"Yeah who knows... Who knows what? I'm confused." Neemon asked again completely missing the whole point of the conversation.

Shooting a glance at Mariko Salamon gave a little nod for the go ahead. "Go ahead be my guest."

After having seen what everyone did when Neemon said something stupid she snapped his pants just like everyone else did. As expected he let out a high yelp. "Flawless victory. Mariko wins." Salamon added.

-Bando's crew/ old base

While all of our youths were studying up on the lore of the Crests it was high noon at the old base Bando and his bunch called their secret pad. Located on the far outskirts of Tokyo it was abandoned during the 60's but was bought cheap by him and his men as a far off place they could train in private. Away from nosy interlopers complaining about the loud noises going on there.

But now they'd a lot of company. Of the strange variety that is. Many of the guardians from Primary Village came to train, instruct, and get Bando's bunch up to date on how Digimon fight. In short a real battle was the necessary thing for them to watch.

The whole group started with Monmon VS Kotemon, Bearmon, Flamemon, and Strabimon. An all-out 5 way battle. This was to show the strength of the Rookie level. In general that is.

Running into the battle full throttle Monmon dodged out of the way of Kotemon's special Thunder Gauntlet tactic. It involved an electricity-charged blade strike aimed at the enemy's arm.

"Baby Sling!" The green monkey called out firing a metal ball from its slingshot with perfect accuracy which hit Bearmon stunning his paw.

However from behind him leapt the bright form of Strabimon who sped at almost light speed towards Monmon seemingly in revenge. "Light Nail!" He yelled out with his claws ready to shred. Once the Wizard type was within reach of Monmon something was triggered. A trap!

"Mischievous Hoop!" Monmon said as he tripped Strabimon with a throwing wheel that entangles his leg tripping him.

Knowing he had the temporary advantage Monmon called out again. "Mischievous Hoop!" This time it was aimed at Bearmon who knew he had to act fast.

Overseeing the battle were Bando and his men. Hard it was to say but the creatures had more in common with humans than at first glance would suggest. It was now or never for Bearmon. "OK time for a Bear Roll!" He griped curling up into a ball and rolling at Monmon at high speed.

"Oh no... " The monkey muttered knowing even after all his training. He couldn't fully counter this tactic.

It was by this time Strabimon broke free of his sling leg trap. But he couldn't relax just yet as Kotemon and Flamemon were onto him. Using his burning aura Flamemon tried to roast the user of light energy. Strabimon weaved out of its way. "Flame Toss! Flame Toss! Flame Toss!" He yelled throwing several fireballs bombarding the light user.

The tactic was to herd Strabimon back while Kotemon readied his part of action. He sped upfront of Flamemon and readied his training sword. "Fire Men!" He called forth as his weapon was sheathed in flames and struck for Strabimon's head.

Twice he missed but a third time he hit only Strabimon blocked the blow with his claws. It wasn't easy but shockingly Strabimon had learned to counter Kotemon's Fire Men technique. This was a new one.

"Flame Tail!" Flamemon called out attacking Strabimon with his flaming tail.

Only for this to be shockingly blocked too! Strabimon smirked. "I've been up against these moves for years you'd think I'd never think ways to counter 'em? Well time to see the light! Light Leg! Light Leg!"

Using this technique Strabimon hit both Flamemon & Kotemon swiftly like a ray of light. The blows send them both flying up in the air and getting a hard landing. It was clear Strabimon was the winner who joined in on the fight with Monmon & Bearmon.

At that moment Monmon was having trouble avoiding Bearmon's Bear Roll move. Everyplace he jumped to Bearmon rolled right after him. As he rolled along naturally he had to sing a bit. "They see me mowin' my front lawn I know they're all thinkin' I'm so blue and nerdy... "

Hopping atop a rock Monmon fired his Baby Sling at the rolling fuzzball but it had no effect. Jumping off the rock to yet another as Bearmon smashed through the very one he jumped from. It was then Strabimon jumped into the fray. He stood his ground and let loose his offensive. "Light Leg!" He yelled as he kicked Bearmon with all his might.

The sheer force of the blow send Bearmon going skywards and unrolling himself as he landed on some small rocks. He shook his head hoping to back his bearings. "Oh c'mon that was a cheap shot! Alright then if that's the way you wanna play then fine!" Bearmon growled out as he curled both his paws into fists.

"Light Nail! Light Nail!" The light using wizard called out.

"Bear Paw! Bear Paw!" Bearmon growled out as their attacks countered each other.

As soon as Bearmon landed a blow Strabimon retaliated and took it out with his Light Nail. Then as soon as Strabimon landed his Light Leg Bearmon moved out of its way just in time. Then the blows of light and bear paws continued their clash.

"Hey boss I think next time we make popcorn. Huh?" One of the many guys working with Bando mentioned.

"That is a good idea. Thanks for thinking it up." Kazemon said still gaga for Bando it seemed.

It was strange enough a digital fairy monster was hitting on him... but what was worse he evidently was getting more receptive to the idea. He watched intently as Monmon rushed in between them and so the three continued to clash back and forth. All three threw out a punch which each the other... essentially creating a three-way KO.

"Tsk, tsk... too bad. Here I was hoping for a better fight. Right sugar?" Kazemon asked floating on a mattress made of clouds. There she was relaxing not a care in the world calm as could be.

"Uh... Yeah. OK what can you Champion levels do?" Another of the guys asked.

"Stand back and watch how its done sugar." Kazemon boasted adding ''sugar" to whomever she spoke to.

All the Champions then got into battle poses as their spar began. Throwing out her hands Kazemon began with her Hurricane Gale, which produces streams of wind from her fingers and flings them at her opponent. In this case it hit dead-center on Beetlemon's counter attack... His almighty Thunder Fist!

"Blizzard Blaster!" Kumamon shouted out as his ice launcher (nicknamed Romeo) fired ice balls which slammed into the wind streams Kazemon sent out.

Seeing how her first strike didn't deal enough offense she sent another Hurricane Gale from her left hand which Kumamon tumble rolled away from but Beetlemon stood there, apparently like an idiot it seemed. He was making himself a deliberate target. Instead of dodging he gathered lightning on his horn on and dove towards Kazemon hitting her head first. "Proton Slam!''

The powerful blow sent Kazemon crumpling to the ground and careening backwards several feet. But hopping back to her feet Kazemon kicked it into high gear. ''Tempest Twist! Tornado Kick!" The fairy called out in loving the heat of the battle so far.

"Icicle Punch!" Kumamon yelled out as he blocked the wind user's handstand kick.

Meanwhile the other three were going about their sparring battle with Agunimon VS Lobomon VS Löwemon. Using his light based swords Lobomon the warrior of light was trying to gain some ground in the fight. "Alright brother try this! Lobo Kendo!" Charging his Licht Schwert swords Lobomon slashed at his brother.

The darkness using warrior was prepared however. "OK then I'll raise you this! Shadow Lance!" The dark armored fighter called out blasting Lobomon with a powerful spear attack.

Seeing this was the time to attack Agunimon waited just a tad more for his moment. Neither of the brothers saw Agunimon sneak up on them. Considering they were so focused on each other mind you how could they? "Pyro Darts!" The fire user roared throwing small bits of fire at the brothers from his gauntlet.

The surprise attack sent Löwemon flying as Agunimon was just getting started and went after Lobomon. Leaping high into the air and dropped from the air to hit Lobomon with one elbow. "Elbow Drop!"

The elbow drop knocked the light wolf flat on his back. It seemed like Agunimon won the spar until Lobomon's eyes snapped open. ''Howling Laser!" Lobomon yelled as he fired optical lasers from both his eyes.

The blast knocked Agunimon back several feet and by now Löwemon had recovered. "Yeah c'mon both of you. I'll take anything you got.''

''Oh that's how its gonna be eh? Shadow Meteor!" Löwemon snarled as he launched a powerful wave of gold hued energy from his chest plate.

Blazing up his fists Agunimon sent searing flames in the shape of a dragon. "Pyro Punch!" The fiery barrage impacts Löwemon's move cancelling them both out.

It was then Cyberdramon whipped his head towards the hillside. He was getting a signal of some kind. He gestured to Rapidmon who was also getting the same reading. It was he spoke. "We'll have to cut this demo fight short. I'm detecting a Digiport opening up a few clicks from the base by the hills."

"A few clicks? What war are you fightin'? Vietnam?" One of the many men griped out.

-hills

The swirling portal was being watched by Bando and the troop of Digimon who were working with his men. Rapidmon calculated their enemies would be emerging in a few more seconds. "We hold positions here until they make the first move. Keep quiet and stay hidden." That was the signal to hide until the group knew what they were dealing with... and make a surprise attack if needed.

Soon the Network monsters began emerging from the portal. They were a bizarre bunch even more weird than the motley group already present. The first minion resembled a black dinosaur made of black Lego bricks. "Looks like a dinosaur made of Lego blocks." A gunner remarked.

''Shadowtoyagumon. Rookie Level. Virus attribute. The black version of Toyagumon said to have been created by children playing on the Internet. Its "Toy Flame", which fires flame-shaped toy missiles, is its Special Move!" Löwemon added.

Another resembled a cross between a rabbit & a cat. However Kazemon knew him as Gazimon. But he wasn't alone as what looked like a light blue goblin in brown winter wear was behind him. "Looks like they brought a Snowgoblimon. A Goblimon that was brought up in a cold area of snow. Its warm hat and vest protect it, such that it is not bothered by it in the least. Another Rookie." Beetlemon added.

Stepping on ahead of Snowgoblimon Bearmon recognized the next minion. ''Oh geez Blackgargomon. They're Champion level. They're evil Gargomon based for night combat. We'd better be careful."

Right behind Blackgargomon was what seemed like a creature made of amber hued fire. With a metal helmet encasing its head. Peeking around his rock Monmon knew what his name was. "Darklizamon. A Dark Dragon & Champion level. Its a Flarelizamon that's corrupted by a virus. Or so I heard." Monmon hissed to Bando.

Still more followed after Darklizamon... One resembled a giant beast made from rope tied rocks. The last resembled a large muscled yellow dinosaur with an armored helmet/tail and a ginormous right arm. But it had only one eye. Kotemon instantly knew what they were. "Golemon based off the artificially created human from Jewish folklore. And Cyclomon a cyclops based Dragon. Both are Champion level Viruses."

-begin Braveheart (Digimon Adventure Tri remix) by Azumi Miyazaki

''Well now that we're wherever this place is... Let's tear it apart! Or blow it up! Whichever you guys want." Blackgargomon roared out cocking his gatling gun arms.

As you'd expect his idea was met with a round of loud applause by his posse of Network goons. And this was the only signal the collection of Digimon and human bounty hunters needed to take action. "Sorry to say but put yer plan on hold. As in put it in file 13 and forget about it. Ya wanna wreck the city? Not on my watch you're not." Bando said twirling his gun glaring at the varied data based monsters.

''Who're you?!" Cyclonemon growled confused. He didn't like getting confused.

''Who cares who he is! Let the slaughter begin!" Darklizamon roared as his flames grew huge from rage.

''This a private party or do we need an invitation?!" Kumamon called out and jumping out from his rocky hiding spot.

It was the other cue the rest of the Digimon needed to jump into action mode. ''Alright let's do this and importantly get it done!" Agunimon said cracking his knuckles readying to fight.

After weaving out of the way of several of Darklizamon's punches Kazemon got sassy with him. "Missed me missed me now ya gotta kiss me!"

And so the fight began as Darklizamon sent off his Dark Pain technique. "Ok missy Dark Pain!" This send out dark symbols made of fog at Kazemon that then turn into thunderclouds and shocked her.

Falling to the ground and dazed the fiery beats was about to finish her off when Loweemon came to her aid blasting him with his Shadow Meteor technique from his chest. "Hey Kazemon ya saw that episode from that cop show last night?" Kazemon shook her head. "No? Watch yer back."

The evil fiery Virus was literally fuming at the two warriors stubbornly opposing him. "Doesn't matter how many of you fight me. Death to all that opposes me! Including you!"

After getting to her feet again Kazemon yet again added a sassy comeback. ''Now is that any way to treat a lady?! Huh?!"

Jumping into the air she started singing some type of pop song. "Little love shack. Little place where can get together... Baby Love Tap!" Kazemon sang as she smacked Darklizamon with her... with her bottom; stunning him for a while.

While the fire monster was stunned Loweemon used his Dark Knife technique... Basically a fancy flying kick. Next he followed it up with Dark Coffin. This transforms his body into a dark aura that wraps around enemies. With Darklizamon stunned and dazed it was time to finish him off. "Shadow Lance!" He roared out blasting Darklizamon with a powerful spear attack.

The spear impaled the fire virus and kept on going... and as for Darklizamon, he collapsed in a huge fiery explosion.

Meanwhile the several Snowgoblimon and Shadowtoyagumon were facing off with the quintet of Monmon, Kotemon, Bearmon, Flamemon, Strabimon. "You really think humans are so great?" The black block viruses asked.

It baffled them as how much the DigiDestined and their allies enjoyed human interaction, food, culture, and strangely company of all things. Humans weren't even worthy to kill a Roachmon. Much less clean Etemon's throne. One of the Snowgoblimon asked another question adding in human's bad points. "Humans are greedy, cruel, make wars, and yet you all think they're so great. Why?"

"Many things really." Monmon replied simply.

Even Flamemon had a few things to add to that notion. "Humans can be a great species if they wish to be. Even the best warriors needed guidance to become great. That's what great about humanity."

The crowd of viruses growled at the idea. It was beyond foolish... in fact they'd call it stupid. It enraged Golemon so much who went into a berserk charge straight at the group of assassins & Digimon and threw out his stone based fist.

Running past his friends Beetlemon rammed his fist into the rock based monster's. Socking the rock monster right in its gut Beetlemon then knocked him down and jumped into the air delivering a hefty elbow drop again to Golemon's gut. Leaving him stunned.

''What are we waitin' for?! Let's get in there!" Kotemon hollered out charging into the fray.

As expected his comrades charged right after him. By now Darklizardmon had recovered his bearings ready to fight again. The army of Shadowtoyagumon now faced off with the likes of Monmon, Bearmon, Flamemon, Strabimon however the fiery fist of Darklizardmon smashing the ground in front of the Rookies had them jump back a bit.

However the fire beast was tackled by Agunimon who hit hard with his Fire Slide. Which was a fiery sliding kick. This knocked Darklizardmon into a dizzied circle who trying to get away was now in Kumamon's sights. "Crystal Freeze! Icicle Punch!" The white bear yelled out as he blew a powerful blast of cold air at the fire virus.

Not finished he then slugged him with his hard, ice-covered fist. AKA The Icicle Punch. The blow had such force it punched through his fiery body crippling him. "Noooo! Impossible! You... can't... Destroy... A... New age!"

Even dying and still hearing enough toxic words from Darklizardmon Lobomon laid down the final blow. "I wish you'd just shut up! Lobo Kendo!" As he slashes Darklizardmon with the Licht Schwert swords cleaving him in two.

''Oh crap... Sorry everyone but I ain't gettin' pelt punctured!" Blackgargomon griped hoping to make his escape along with the Shadowtoyagumon only a barrage of explosions cut off their exit.

"Rapid Fire!" Rapidmon called out rapid-firing homing missiles from both his arms and the revolver on his back not trying to kill his foes... he was trying to herd them back towards his allies and cut off their escape route.

"No you don't! Let's stampede these creeps!" Rapidmon hollered out in excitement. This battle was getting his data based blood pumping. In short he was getting an adrenaline rush out of it. "Everyone keep 'em from retreating! Cut 'em off at the passes!"

And so swiftly Metalgreymon and Wargrowlmon let loose their long range attacks to help corral their foes and block their retreat. "Atomic Blaster! Powerful Flame!" The two cyborg Ultimates sent powerful energy blast/fire from their chest and mouth.

Again the two trying to corral the enemy and cut off their escape route. It was fight to the last Mon standing. Though Bando & his squad had no special powers like the Digimon did, they did have guns. Like the more powerful Ultimates they rained bullets around the battlefield to keep the evil Network Minions from getting away.

This was a team effort and to fight a powerful enemy they had to fight like a team. The swarm of evil blocky viruses met stiff opposition from the five Rookies.

Charging his paws Bearmon slugged several of the Lego looking Rookies and tumble rolled right under another and kicking still another with a powerful blow. Unsheathing his Shinai weapon and encasing in searing flames Kotemon swiped several Shadowtoyagumon with Hot Head. The scorching wounds were fatal as the building block Rookies fell to pieces then exploded.

Hoping to even up their odds Monmon used his Mischievous Hoop heaping several throwing wheels to trip and entangle his foes. Those that weren't tried tackling him. He dodged the first and jumped, kicking one in the face and using his speed to jump-kick into another's face. Then he leaped behind another slugging one right in... well it was a spot below the belt mind you. Thus a good grunt of pain was uttered out. "Oh my blocks... !"

"Enough! Let's let 'em have it! Plastic Blaze!" One of the blocky Rokkies roared out blasting their foes with orange plastic flame missiles.

"Plastic Blaze!" Another roared.

''Plastic Blaze!" As still a third yelled.

Backing up the Shadowtoyagumon were the various Snowgoblimon who let loose a barrage of their signature ability Snow Gob Bolt. The attack involved shooting icicles from their mouths at the enemy.

Dozens of the sharpened icy spears impaled the ground near the triad of Vaccine Rookies who dove for cover. This battle might still be a hard one to win but if they used teamwork they could pull it off against the Snowgoblimon.

"Snow Gob Club!" One of them yelled slamming its club on Strabimon.

The ogre based Rookie swung down several times only for Strabimon to counterattack with his Light Leg move. "Light Leg!" Every swing of his foes club was blocked by his insanely fast kicks. "Light Nail!" Strabimon yelled again slashing at the various ogres stunning them.

Quickly he leaped from harm and atop a rock. Soon Kotemon used his Hot Head technique combined with Bearmon's Bear Claw move which set several on fire while the claws shredded their data. Seeing it was time to pounce Strabimon used his Light Leg to kick them all and finish them off for good.

On still another set of the battlefield Blackgargomon, Cyclonemon & Golemon squared off with Beetlemon and Lobomon.

Zooming at full speed Beetlemon interlocked his fists with Golemon. The two grappled for dominance as well as throwing in several taunts. ''Give it up rock-head and go home! Cuz I forgot my jackhammer at home!"

"Me Golemon not stupid! Me turn you into gravel! Rock Punch!" The rock beast roared out punching Beetlemon upside his face sending reeling back a bit.

Now he was mad Beetlemon hated when someone knocked his block off. "Enough! I can't take it! Nobody knocks my block off! Proton Slam!"

The Proton Slam attack gathers lightning on his head horn and dives towards the enemy hitting them head first. Instead Beetlemon headbutted his foe. HARD!

Reeling back Golemon grabbed his head in pain. It hurt. It actually hurt! But Beetlemon wasn't yet. He headbutted Golemon three more times. The impact sent him skidding back several feet towards a tall rocky outcrop and hit it.

"Y'know what Golemon I feel like I live in a world built up from paper mache. Any second I could break somebody or something. But you can take it can't you big rock-'n'-roller? High I put an end to you!" Beetlemon said pointing at his rock foe.

Walking toward him was Beetlemon looking very angry and sent several powerful Thunder Fists at his face. Each blow cracked the rock outcrop until it shattered into dust sending Golemon flying backwards.

Catching up to his enemy Bettlemon figured it was time to finish Golemon off. "Punishment Shock!" He yelled as he grabbed Golemon and attacking with a continuous barrage of lightning before finishing him off with a headbutt.

After the barrage of blows Golemon tried to get back on his feet only to stumble a bit. His head armor was cracked and then broke in half. The two pieces falling onto the ground. He was dazed as Beetlemon used one last strike. His Lightning Blitz struck the ground, sending lightning through it at Golemon.

The attack fried Golemon and as the blast of electrical energy subsided, Golemon's charred black body crumbled into dust. It then blew away in the wind.

With Golemon beaten Beetlemon went about helping Lobomon who was outnumbered two to one. He saw Blackgargomon blasting him with his Gargo Pellets while Cyclonemon used his Arm Bomber which extends his larger arm like a rope. He threw it out as several punches smashed the rocks Lobomon hid behind.

Jumping out from his alcove he was hit by both of his foes techniques, the Bunny Pummel & Cyclonemon's Arm Bomber with his two Licht Schwert swords blocking them from slaughtering his hide. "Argh... I can't hold these guys off... for long." Lobomon winced as he struggled to hold his ground.

It was then Cyclonemon felt someone tap his shoulder. "Not now I'm busy. Huh? Oh no... "

He turned a second too late to see Beetlemon punch him with a Megaton Punch right to his one good eye. With him reeling from the power packed punch Lobomon blasted him with a Howling Laser from his forearm cannon.

It did little damage as Cyclonemon let loose his other more powerful attack, Hyper Heat! It was a powerful beam of extreme heat straight from his mouth. And right in its path was Lobomon being set on fire!

"ARGH! I dunno how much longer I can take this kind of heat!" Lobomon growled.

If he didn't act quick his light based ally would be roasted extra crispy so Beetlemon sped at Blackgargomon who tried to shoot him but was too slow as Beetlemon tackled him and threw him into Cyclonemon. The action knocked both of them over into a heap. "Lobomon finish 'im off while ya can!"

Activating his two Licht Schwert swords used his Lobo Kendo on Cyclonemon several times. "Fast enough for ya huh?"

"You little halo runtI'm gonna... ARGH!" Cyclonemon started to say but growled in pain. The attack he took from the Lobo Kendo sliced him like a fancy chef slicing an onion.

First his head slid sideways then broke into data followed by his upper body. Next were his arms and waist. Then finally his legs. And that was the end of Cyclonemon.

Seeing all his allies dead meant it time to escape. After all he who fights and runs away lives to fight another day Blackgargomon thought. "Oh boy... Not good time for this Virus to go spread somewhere else! I'm outta here!" Blackgargomon growled seeing this fight was a losing one.

He figured it was time he made his escape and get away while the getting was good. Bando saw him making a break for it. "No ya don't!" Bando yelled taking a shot at Blackgargomon.

Quickly the virus blocked the incoming shots with his left gatling weapon. "You ignorant little son of a grease-can! Let's see you do that again when I pump yer guts full of bullets!" He then aimed right this annoying human who picked a gunfight with him. "Huh?"

"Desolation Claw!" Roared out Cyberdramon rocketing down from the skies sending out super-oscillatory waves that destroy configuration data from both his arms, completely erasing the space surrounding his opponent.

"DAHHHH!" The attack wiped out Blackgargomon in one large swoop. Mostly because he was only Champion Level while Cyberdramon was at Ultimate.

"Thanks." Bando said putting out his hand to shake Cyberdramon's clawed hand out of respect.

It seemed these Digimon were more than they looked he thought to himself. They risked life & limb to help him and his group for no reason other than that they wanted to. Try as he might to deny it they'd earned his respect.

"Call it even." The cyborg replied gruffly. Though he secretly had to admit Bando had guts.

He'd never seen a mere human shoot at a evil Digimon like that. The only others had partners to fight with. Maybe there was something to this Digi-Destined thing the Trinity talked about so he thought.

"Who's ready for victory grub?! I am!" Kazemon squealed out like a crazed boy band fan. "Who's up for some pizza?"

"Meat lovers!" One of the gang said.

"Supreme." Another said.

"We'll figure something out everyone return to base." Bando said as they all gave a salute and followed after him.

-that night

Later that night it started to rain then changed to a thundering downpour. Lightning pierced the darkened skies and those at the Inn were tucked away asleep in their beds dreaming sweet cheerful dreams. Or at least most of them were.

The only one who wasn't was Lucy. She tossed and turned as her mind was under the grip of a horrid nightmare. She was staring down herself or rather the evil voice in her head. "You actually believe that crap Alex told you about power? Absolute power corrupts y'know and who in this cozy bungalow has more power than you?"

Tackling her evil replica she punched her face several times. "I'm not like you! I'm not like you! You hear me?!"

Lifting her doppleganger by her collar Lucy glared into the eyes of her evil half. Instead she uttered these chilling words. "This is the part where you kill me. Right? Go on use your vectors. Rip my head off you know you want to." Even more chilling her copy gave a sinister smile like a slasher villain.

"I'm not like you! I'm not!" She yelled out as everything went black.

It was then a loud thunderclap woke Lucy up in a cold sweat. Her forehead dripped with sweat while her breathed raspy & ragged. Her hands trembled in fear at what she had just dreamt up. "I'm not like you... I can't be... "

It was then tears started welling up in her eyes and she started bawling & crying. So loud it woke up Patamon who was happily dreaming of meat apples. He awoke in confusion. His best friend was crying and he didn't know why. "Lucy! What is it?! What's wrong?"

His friedn kept bawling and didn't answer him. "Ahh c'mon talk to me!" It was then Patamon knew it was serious. Her nightmare must've been a gruesome or really disturbing one if she was this upset.

She kept on sobbing so Patamon did the best he could in a situation like this. "There, let it out. Go on cry it all out." He gently said hugging her tightly. "Its alright. I'm here for you." He said.

-to be continued

Ok, ok, readers let's say I needed to update one of my stories or I'd go crazy. Not to mention my loyal readers think Power Rangers Dimension Legends is dead. Its not. Writer's block and a lack of ambition have really hampered my writing plus this summer,, fall, and winter. Plus my mother passed away also didn't help things. Been dealing with a lot on my plate lately. But I figured I'd get off my lazy behind and finish this chapter up.

Plus winter is winding down with spring slowly getting closer in my part of the world, hopefully more story updates come up.

And Kohta's father and aunt will be stopping by in a few chapters. Just how will Kouta's family react to Lucy, his American friends and the Digimon? Will he think they can be trusted? Will he trust that his children are doing the right thing by combating the Network? How will he react to Lucy's ''condition''? Not to mention Nana and Mariko? Plus the circumstances surrounding their previous living conditions?

Please read and review this and my other stories which range from: Yokohama Night Monsters, Diclonius Goddess of Steel, Power Rangers Dimension Legends, ELG The Series, EL Digital Saviors, Cybertronian Invasion, and Maverick Hunter KLN to satisfy your craving for bizarre crossovers. This has been TURP "The Crossover Writer" and now slightly less insane phasing out people… later.

PS: To all those who work under Saban Brands I make no money off this fanfiction story so its counterproductive to try suing me. I don't have any money to shell out. I write this only because I loved Digimon back in its heyday.