A/N: Spoiler warning for the ending of XC3 and XC2 as well as future events for In Another World with Ruby Rose

Mythra sighed as she as Fran washed themselves in a nearby river. "Chilly." The blade thought as she scrubbed Fran's back. "What I wouldn't give for a warm bath."

Fran could tell that Mythra was upset. "It's ok Mythra nee-chan. With the monster parts we collected, we'll be able to afford a room at an inn." The catkin said trying to comfort her blade.

If there was one thing Mythra was happy to have brought with her from her previous life, it was her ability to cook. The light half of the Aegis that was in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 had been a terrible cook, and most likely would've poisoned or even killed Rex, their friends, or even Adam and his friends. Though the killed by food part would be exaggerating. They'd definitely get food poisoning.

Fran frowned looking at her weapon. It was slightly bloody. "I'll clean this before we head out." Mythra smiled before nodding.

A little bit later, Fran was drying the sword off when her ear twitched. The blade raised eyebrow and stealthily gave a grin. 'Goblin rescue time.' Mythra thought. "What is it?"

Fran glanced in the direction of the distant sound. "Come on!" she yelled before bolting. Mythra grinned. Time to get to work.

NOT TOO FAR AWAY

"Stay back! And get out of here!" an adventurer exclaimed as several goblins and hobgoblins approached. "You didn't say that we'd encounter goblins on our trip to Alessa." The merchant in the wagon said. "Get rid of them Randell."

"How am I supposed to- Ah!" Randell said just before a goblin leapt onto him. suddenly, the top half of it's head was severed. "Huh?!" Randell and the merchant blinked in shock as another goblin was bisected.

Fran dashed by them stopping at a nearby pillar of rock with Mythra landing on it. "Is anyone hurt?" the Aegis asked looking at Randell. "Shaken, but unharmed." He said.

"That's a lot of Goblins." Fran said catching Mythra's attention. "and hobgoblins as well." Mythra mused before thinking. 'in the anime there weren't any hobgoblins when Fran and Teacher met Randell. Could me replacing Teacher have changed things?" her thoughts were broken when someone yelled.

"Banzai!" Fran, Mythra, and Randell turned to the origin only to see three brown and green blurs dash by, bisecting or beheading some goblins or hobgoblins before swinging around and stopping at varying rock pillars.

Mythra took note of what they were using. "That's ODM gear and Paradis military uniforms. Hold on, the shield pattern on the cloak is different." She mused. "Well, this is interesting." The Aegis heard Randell say. Fran looked at him.

"You know who they are?" she asked, gaze not leaving the assorted goblins, and hobgoblins. "Course, there's rumors about a new Dukedom that recently formed far from Alessa called Brunhild. Judging by the crest on these people's cloak, they must be from it.

"We're flattered that you know of us." A ponytailed Brunette female said while a pigtailed ravenette nodded. "We're Brunhild's Scout Corps." A brown-haired male said. Mythra and Fran took note that he had armor on his right hand.

"Mythra!" Fran called out catching the Aegis' attention. "Let's go!" Mythra nodded. "Got it. Right behind you." She said leaping down running after her driver. Shortly after, the present members of the so-called 'Brunhild Scout Corps' followed as they charged into the horde. This left Randell and the merchant stunned.

Fran watched in awe as the Brunhild Scouts practically danced in the air whilst killing and weaving through the goblins and hobgoblins. The fight went on for a good ten minutes before a single goblin (all the rest, hobgoblins included, were killed) backed down and ran.

"Thanks, all of you." Randell said. "So, where you guys headed." The ravenette turned to him. "We're headed to Alessa. Don't know about the girl and her blonde companion." The man with armor on his right arm cleared his throat.

"I believe introductions are in order first." He said. "Oh, I'm Randell." The adventurer said. "I'm Fran, and this is Mythra." Fran said gesturing to Mythra before wrapping her weapon in cloth. Both didn't notice the man in right-handed armor narrow his eyes slightly

"Pleasure to meet you all, I'm Mina, Mina Carolina-Rose." The ravenette said. "I'm Sasha Rose, and this is our husband, Cade." Randell blinked while Fran deadpanned. 'I'm not surprised, granted the fact that in Xenoblade chronicles 3, Rex had ended up marrying Pyra, Mythra, AND Nia." Mythra thought.

"Our? You mean the two of you are.." Randell began to ask. "Sharing him?" Mina asked. "Yes, however there's a third and fourth. Though the third's already married to him." Sasha said.

"Speak of the devil and they shall appear." Cade said. Fran saw a wagon coming up behind Randell's. in the Driver's seat was a ginger haired woman whilst in the back was a blonde, Ravenette-red head, silverette and another ravenette.

To Fran's shock, the ravenette had cat ears. "Another black cat?" she mused out loud. "Who, Blake?" Cade asked before chuckling.

"No, Blake's a cat Faunus. She only has the ears of a cat, no tail and has human ears as well." He said giving her a sympathetic smile before he, Sasha, and Mina headed to their wagon.

-aegis-

"So, do you and your colleague want a lift to Alessa?" Randell asked.

Mythra, Fran, and Randell conversed as the wagon continued on through the day with the Brunhild Scout Corps right behind them.

"So, you aren't adventurers." Randell said. "No. should we be?" Fran asked. "It's up to you on what our path is Fran." Mythra said catching the catkin's attention. "Ok then, how do we become one?" Fran asked "Hmm, oh, by registering at a local guild. They also purchase slain monster parts." Randell said.

THE NEXT DAY

"We're here. don't worry about the entry fee." Randell said. "Thanks Randell, you're so nice." Fran said before she and Mythra parted ways with him and the Scout Corps. At least that's what they thought on the latter.

-Aegis-

"Here we are Fran." Mythra said "The big city. Let's find the guild." The young catkin nodded. as they searched for it, Fran passed by two people who mocked her. Driver and Blade ignored their jeers until..

"I wouldn't sell them short if were you, ya numbskulls." Fran and Mythra whirled around to see cade, the ravenette with cat ears, Mina, and the ravenette-red head. "Why shouldn't we buddy?" one asked whilst his colleague's eyes widened.

"For starters, the black catkin was able to keep up with us when we went all out." The cat eared ravenette said crossing her arms under her bosom. "Dude, do you realize who these four are?" the second one asked. "I don't know, nor care." The first said.

"Dude, they're members of the famed Brunhild Scout Corps." The second one said. "That means that girl with the ravenette-red tipped hair is the infamous red reaper herself, Ruby Rose! And the girl with the cat ears is the infamous night Shroud, Blake Belladonna" the two tensed as 'Ruby' somehow sensed their glances and looked at them before raising an eyebrow whilst 'Blake narrowed her eyes.

The two panicked and ran, leaving a trail of dust. Mythra sweat dropped at the scene. "Dang Rubes, I didn't know you were famous here." Mina said.

"Let's go Mythra." Fran said, already tired of hearing Ruby have a verbal squabble with Mina. "Where you headed?" Cade asked. "The guild." Mythra said. "Funny, we are too." Ruby said making Fran glare at her.

"Before you think that we're going to kidnap you and sell you into slavery, we aren't. We just have to register in order to operate in this sector of land." Mina said. Fran narrowed her eyes.

"Please forgive her, before she met me she was a slave." Mythra said. "Poor thing." Blake said before looking at cade then back at the duo.

"Well, since we have the same destination. Why don't we go together. No slaver's brave enough to fight us, so you'll be safe." The cat eared ravenette said crouching down to be face level with Fran.

"We have your back, and perhaps help you rank up." Mina said. "We work alone." Fran said. Mythra frowned. "Fran, I don't think they were offering you a spot on their team." The Aegis said.

"Your blade's correct. We just want to make sure you succeed in your quests. Even if they're herb gathering." Cade said. "How..?" Mythra began to ask. "my brother has an uncanny analytical skill." Ruby said. "He probably saw you use your abilities during our fight against those goblins and hobgoblins."

Mythra nodded but gave cade a suspicious glance. "Shall we?" Blake asked standing back up and offering Fran her hand.

Fran, while hesitant, took it. "It must be strange for you to hold a stranger's hand, but I assure you that we have no ill intentions towards you or your blade." The tail-less black cat said.

Mythra smiled. 'While I can't say the same Ms. Belladonna, you appear to be putting my driver's nerves at ease.' She thought.

True to Cade's word, many adventurers, as well as those who looked shady, backed off when they saw them. "How famous are you guys?" Mythra asked. "Well, Cade and our friends did stop an assassination attempt on the Belfast royal family roughly a year ago as regular adventurers." Blake said glancing back at her.

"Then a few months ago, just prior to becoming what we are now, we stopped a military coup." Mina said. Fran looked at her with stars in her eyes.

'These people are extremely brave. I have a new goal in tandem with being the first black cat to evolve. I want every black cat to see me as a hero that defends the weak just like the Scout Corps.' She thought.

"There's the guild. Let us get our cards ready to sync first then you can register." Cade said to Fran. The catkin nodded as Blake let go of her hand.

"Though Ms. Belladonna, I have to ask; are you close with the corps' captain." Mythra asked. The tail-less catkin blushed. "we're dating." She said

The aegis glanced around noticing how the different groups reacted to the present members of the Scout Corps. True to their word, many were either nervous or decided to bail. That's when she noticed a particular group of adventurers. Her eyes narrowed.

"Argh, those four. Can't wait to put them in their place, or better yet…" Mythra she mused before glancing to cade, his wives, and sister. "see what they do." Fran noticed her blade's sinister grin. "What is it?" the catkin asked.

"See those four, don't make eye contact." Mythra said making Fran nod. "I have a feeling that they'll be trouble later. Best be ready should it happen." Her driver nodded again just as Blake called Fran's name.

Driver and Aegis approached the desk. "I'd like to register as an adventurer." Fran said to the desk lady, Nell. "I'm sorry, but girls your age can't be adventurers." Nell said before sipping her coffee

"She's the one we're sponsoring." Cade said as he and the others moved out of the way. Nell spat out her coffee. "Sir Cade, you must be joking. She's just a child." She whispered loudly.

"A child that was able to keep up with up with Mina, Cade, and Sasha when they went all out against some goblins and hobgoblins. As for the blonde, you could say that she's the spirit of Fran's weapon given physical form." Blake said.

Nell sighed before looking at Fran. "You'll have to do a mock battle with the examiner." Fran nodded. "Ok." She said. Nell was slightly put off by the girl's lack of response. "You also could get hurt." The woman said again trying to dissuade the catkin.

Again, Fran nodded. "I understand and accept the risks." She said. Nell sighed. "Don't sell her short Ms. Nell. She might surprise you and the examiner." Cade said

'guess, she needs to learn the hard way.' Nell thought before glancing at Cade and his entourage. "Though, if the Captain of the Brunhild Dukedom's Scout Corps himself is vouching for her… she must be very skilled."

"knock them off their feet you two." Mina called out. "We're rooting for you both." Blake said as Nell led Fran and Mythra into the examination room.

-Aegis-

"Whoa." Fran said in awe seeing the arena. "Same." Mythra said. "So, you're the person wanting to register for the guild?" a male voice said. "Yes." Fran said. "also, the blonde lady here is tied with this girl's weapon so it counts as a single fight." Nell said.

"Hmph. And may I ask why you allowed her back here?" the examiner asked. "she's too young." Nell sighed. "The Brunhild Scout Corps is sponsoring her." The examiner's eyes widened. He had heard of that group before.

"Well then. It's quite an honor to be sponsored by them." He said getting up. "I'm the adventurers guild of Alessa's examiner; Donadrond!" the examiner said letting out a pressure of intimidation

'Donadrond really does make his fellow ogres proud with his intimidation technique.' Nell thought. 'most would-be adventurers turn tail.' That's when she saw the lack of reaction from Fran and Mythra.

'they weren't affected at all?!" Nell thought in shock. 'I guess Sir Cade wasn't bluffing." Mythra glanced to Fran. "You alright?" she asked her driver. "Yeah." Came the response.

"I don't like holding back, so prepare yourself!" Donadrond asked. 'Damn it!' Mythra thought. 'I forgot he likes to go all out.' The Aegis looked the Ogre. "A word to the wise, we won't be going all out." This caught Donadrond and Nell off guard.

"You're going to pull your punches? Then you…" the ogre began to say but was cut off by Fran who caught on to what I was getting at, having remembered what happened to the slaver who'd owned her. "it's not that we'd be toying with you, it's just that our strongest moves could not only kill you in one hit, but if fully charged, one of them could very well erase Alessa from the map." Mythra nodded before speaking. "because that's what happened to a kingdom called Torna."

"Torna? Don't think I've heard of that kingdom." Nell said. "I certainly hope so. It fell 500 years ago. No records of its existence remain." Mythra said before thinking. 'need to make them think the kingdom actually existed.'

(bauklotze; AOT ost plays)

"How'd it fall?" Donadrond asked intrigued. "They destroyed themselves by seeking out a weapon so powerful, it could change the geography of a map. In their Hubris, they started a war that led to their destruction." Mythra said.

"This weapon, what was it?" Nell asked. Mythra gave her a very dark look. "Me." this single fact made Donadrond sweat whilst Nell backed away in slight fear. Fran made a slight gasp and glanced at the sword she had begun to uncover.

"How and what I'm used for depends on my driver. The term Torna coined for my wielder." The Aegis said. "After Torna's fall, I vowed that my next driver must be pure of heart and have a noble goal. I've found that in my current Driver, Fran."

"So, believe me when I say Fran and I won't be going all out, its not that we see you as weak or to toy with you, but because we'd be placing the innocent at risk." Mythra said. Donadrond nodded.

"Very well, use your strongest sword arts then not your strongest moves." The ogre said recomposing himself.

(OST ends)

Fran took a ready stance and activated the Aegis blade. The mana levels radiating from it unnerved Nell and Donadrond slightly. "I knew Mythra was warning us that she was strong, but to actually feel the amount of mana radiating from that weapon's blade is unreal."

"Prepare yourself Donadrond. Very few have the honor of facing the legendary Aegis and get to live and tell the tale." Mythra declared, hands outstretched supplying Fran with Ether.

"Shall we begin?" the ogre asked eagerly. "Ready… begin!" Nell said. the receptionist had to brace herself as Fran and Mythra vanished from view before.

Donadrond had little time to react as the duo reappeared a few feet in front of him. "AURA BLADE!" Fran yelled swinging the sword. A crescent blade of energy shot towards the ogre. Donadrond barely dodged as the attack dug into his arm before slicing the house within the examination room and exploding.

Both Nell and Donadrond sweat dropped whilst the prior's face turned ghost white. 'So much power and that was them holding back!?" she panicked.

"Impressive for such a legendary and forgotten weapon." Donadrond said a gleeful glint in his eyes. Mythra and Fran watched his wound heal. 'Hmph, just like the anime.' The Aegis mused as the ogre counterattacked swinging his axe whilst the catkin parried.

(Counterattack; XC2 ost plays)

"Ah, he's pushing them too hard!" Nell exclaimed in her head. The ogre swung at Fran, only for the blow to be halted by a shield made from mana. Donadrond's eyes widened seeing Mythra in front of him, hands outstretched with a shield of mana being projected from them.

"CHAINS OF LIGHT COME FORTH AND BIND THIS OGRE IN YOUR RADIANCE!" She cried out before golden chains burst from the ground and wrapped themselves around Donadrond. "NOW FRAN!"

The catkin nodded leaping up against a wall, coiling her legs with Mythra joining her. "Shining light; HOLY LANCE!" they yelled before propelling themselves towards the ogre like a rocket. A golden light encased both driver and blade just before they struck Donadrond.

Nell shrieked in shock and scrambled to be out of the dueling people's way just as the form of Donadrond crashed into the wall. the receptionist trembled slightly as Fran and Mythra landed.

(ost ends)

"Did we kill him by accident?" Fran asked in worry. "No, but he'll definitely be sore for a while." Mythra said as a hand burst from the rubble. The Aegis turned to Nell. "Damage excluded, does this mean that my driver's passed?"

Nell glanced at the hand which gave a thumbs up. "Yes it appears that she has."

LATER IN THE GUILD MASTER'S OFFICE

"They beat me really good!" Donadrond said in high spirits before flinching in slight pain. Mythra winced. "like I said, you'll be sore for a while." She said before thinking. 'should've held back even more on that attack.'

"losing a match is no laughing matter especially if it was to a twelve-year-old." Klimt, Alessa's Guild Master said. "Sorry." The ogre said. "Now, Miss Fran, Nell's told me that Mythra is an ancient forgotten sword of a fallen Kingdom that's been lost to time. Can you.." Fran shook her head . "Not telling sorry. You need to earn our trust first."

'Sorry Klimt, like Teacher, I can't exactly trust you just yet.' Mythra thought. "I see, well if you aren't willing…" Klimt began to say until Donadrond came to Fran and Mythra's rescue.

"Did Nell mention that they were being sponsored?" he asked. This made Klimt stop short. "Yes, but she didn't say by whom." The GM said.

The ogre glanced at the duo before leaning towards his boss. "The Brunhild Scout Corps." He said making the elf's eyes widen.

"You.. can't… be… serious… Donadrond. They're here!? in Alessa?" Klimt said in shock. "Yeah, saw them in the lobby headed to your office. Well, I saw the captain, one of his sisters, and two members." The ogre said.

"Which sister?" Klimt asked. "The red reaper." Klimt felt a shiver go up his spine as the image of the silver-eyed woman with her red scythe over her head preparing to strike, a murderous glint in said eyes.

"So, am I not a.." Fran began to ask. "No, you passed the entry test and we accept you. It's just that we normally don't have people under eighteen join, but if you're being sponsored by one of the most prestigious adventurers party, who are also the dukedom of Brunhild's elite fighters, we'll make an exception."

The office door opened. "Nell, is everything set?" Klimt asked as the receptionist entered. The girl nodded. "Very well, issue Miss Fran a Guild card. We'll be labeling Mythra as a familiar due to the nature of her and that weapon she's tied to."

'A familiar huh?" Mythra mused. 'to be honest, that's a good cover story on why I'm with Fran." The Aegis watched Fran approached the crystal.

Mythra began to smirk, but it faded as more titles began to show. 'Holy shit! That's way more job titles she got with teacher. I shouldn't be making her that freaking OP!' she screamed in her head.

"Unbelievable! That many titles. Just how powerful are you Miss Mythra?" Nell asked. "I think I've forgotten just how powerful I am." The Aegis said her face contorted in a nervous expression, eye twitching.

In all honesty, Mythra had figured she was slightly stronger than teacher by season one's end combined with the Mythra and Pyra from XC2 both being fully upgraded. But this….

'Elemental Aegis Mage?' Mythra mused. "Mythra Nee san, how about this one?" Fran asked. "Aegis Mage? Sure knock yourself." The Blonde said

"I choose Aegis Mage." Fran said happily. A computerized voice spoke. "Adventurer Fran's title is now Aegis Mage. Familiar: Mythra is registered to adventurer Fran."

"That's that." Nell said handing Fran a card. "Welcome to the guild." Fran smiled before hugging Mythra, who was still in shock over that one job title; Elemental Aegis Mage.

-Aegis-

"Did you do it?" Blake asked seeing Fran and Mythra return. The catkin held out her card and brunette squealed in delight. While Fran was getting congratulated by most of the present members of the Scout Corps, Mythra separated and sat at a table.

"Something eating at you?" a voice asked the Aegis looked up to see Cade taking a seat next to her. "I honestly don't know."

"Maybe I could help after all, I'm pretty sure we're in the same boat." Cade said. Mythra's eyes widened. "Wait, you were…" she began. "Reincarnated? Yeah. Kami was flinging lightning around and a stray bolt hit me by accident, you?" the Corps Captain asked.

Mythra blushed in embarrassment. "Struck by a car. Hit and run." She said. Cade grimaced "Yeesh, I think you got off easier. Anyways, what made you gain the thousand-yard stare?" he asked.

"One of the job titles said Elemental Aegis Mage. Since we roughly come from the same world we both know that the Aegis has three forms; Pyra, Mythra, and Pneuma." Mythra said.

"I recall that being so, why bring it up?" Cade said. "Because I have four." The aegis brought up her stats sheet and flung it around so her fellow reincarnate could read it. Cade's face gained a questioning look. "You said four slots correct?" Mythra nodded.

"Well, whatever title Fran chose made you gain four more slots." Cade said. Mythra's eyes widened. "My best guess is that Pneuma's been replaced and it as well as the remaining five slots are different elemental forms."

"Seems like Fran wants your help." Cade said seeing Mythra's driver approach.

-Aegis-

"You want to sell some items?" Nell asked. "Yes, if we don't, Mythra and I won't be able to have a room at an inn." The black catkin said. "I see." Nell said. "Thankfully, one of my perks is pocket Dimension." Mythra said with a sheepish smile as a glyph appeared. "So you might want to brace yourself."

"Why would I.." Nell began to ask before she was swarmed by carefully prepared carcasses of low to mid ranked monsters. "That's why." The Aegis said wincing before howling laughter from the Scout Corps could be heard.

"You prepared and butchered these monsters by yourselves!?" Nell asked flabbergasted. Fran and Mythra nodded.

'I did it mostly. Aside from my cooking skills, I worked in a meat shop in my previous life, so I know how to carefully prepare and butcher a carcass.' The Aegis thought. "Give me a moment to process these and then give you your gold."

Mythra glanced at the mercenaries and glared knowing that a confrontation wouldn't be able to be avoided. While she could end it in a single strike, the human turned Aegis wasn't bloodthirsty.

-Aegis-

"There you go, your total goods rounds up to 195,000 gold." Nell said. "thank you." Fran said before taking the bag. "Fran," Mythra said catching her attention. " those mercenaries are on the move. They'll try and take the gold. I believe that they think you stole those materials."

Fran's gaze hardened at this both of the were unaware that the Scout Corps were also making moves towards them and the ex-mercenaries.

"alright kid, we know there's no way someone as old as you could clean and prepare a monster carcass like that." The leader said. "Hand over your gold."

"If you think my wielder will hand over her earnings to a lowlife, who should be able to clean and process their own kills, then you're dead wrong." Mythra said "Maybe you should take lessons on do so though."

Just when the ex-mercenaries were about to strike, multiple ODM blades, and scythe were at their throats whilst Blake had her bladed sheathe at the leaders throat.

Fran noticed that Sasha had joined their group while were selling their goods. Mythra raised an eyebrow at the extremely pissed off look on Blake's face.

"Don't even think about it. Because I'll end you before you can get your hands on her." The tail-less black cat snarled, pupils slitted dangerously thin.

"Ok, ok. Jeez, all I wanted was the gold, didn't want to threaten or hurt your kitten, mama cat." The leader said raising hands knowing whom were defending the black cat.

Mythra watched Blake's cheeks turn red before knocking the ex-mercenary leader out while the rest of the Corps knocked the remaining ex-mercenaries out.

"Blake, sweetie, what'd he say?" Cade asked. "He called me Fran's mother." Fran's ears perked up at that. "My mother's dead." The catkin said sullenly. She fell a hand on her shoulder.

Turning, Fran saw that said hand belonged to Ruby. "I lost my mom too, so I know the feeling." Mythra watched Fran embrace Ruby, but noticed a hint of jealousy from Blake

(will to fight; reincarnated as a sword ost plays)

Mythra POV

I've only known these so called Brunhild scout corps for a day and they've proven to be great allies and have potential as friends. However as we left the guild, none of us noticed a dwarven blacksmith eyeing me with a accusing glance.

"Just what kind of weapon are you?" he asked as the camera panned up to reveal his face before frame freezing.

(OST ends)

A/N: Thus, ends chapter 2. The Brunhild Scout Corps enters the picture. Now as I stated in the previous chapter, this story is not only a spinoff, but a spoiler story. When we reach this arc in the main story; In another world with Ruby Rose, we'll be seeing this story from the Corps POV. Next chapter we'll see Fran meet the remaining Corps members after doing some shopping.

As always, please read and review. That being said, peace.

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