Meanwhile the Mystic Knights had arrived at the opening of Tir Na Nog and saw the metal beasts moving towards the fairies. Deirdre noticed the giant metal bat, a tall giant, along with the blue faced, red armored, monster as well as the seemingly all metal monster which was about the same size as the blonde haired monster with the blue face. Fin Varrah’s in trouble! Deirdre said. We have to help him. The Knights agreed and called forth their Mystic Weapons. Rohan brought forth the sword of Kells while Angus brought forth his mace. Deirdre called for her air crossbow. Ivar brought forth his trident, and Garrett called upon his twin timber axes.
FIRE WITHIN ME!!! Rohan said becoming the Mystic Knight of Fire. His armor totally covered him, and looked red with a gold pattern.
AIR ABOVE ME!!! Deirdre said to become the Mystic Knight of Air. Her armor was white but it left a few areas exposed. Namely her legs, arms, and face. However her magical protection more than compensated for any apparent weaknesses the armor left.
WATER AROUND ME!!! Ivar said to become the Mystic Knight of Water. His armor was much like Rohan’s except it was blue with gold trim.
EARTH BENEATH ME!!! Angus said to become the Mystic Knight of Earth. His armor was silver with gold trim. Clearly it was a suit that was the envy of wealthy patrons who feast their eyes on it.
FOREST BEFORE ME!!! Garrett said to become the Mystic Knight of Forest. His armor was green with gold trim.
When the transformations were complete the Mystic Knights of Tir Na Nog stood ready to do whatever they could against the approach of the Order. Rohan brought forth the sword of Kells and said Beasts, surrender!Both metal creatures turned to see the Mystic Knights below them and they were not impressed.
Hmmm. Mystical warriors. Perhaps we should say hello. Deviot suggested. With that Deviot jumped down to the ground and Furio made ready to follow. The two monsters quickly followed.
TRANSFORM!!! the metal bat shouted as he transformed into a form that looked more human. Then it’s head separated as he transformed into a being that was just the size of the Mystic Knights. The jet also transformed into a humanoid form as well then it transformed into an armor wearing human female. The mutant and the female joined a monster that looked like it had blonde hair and another metal creature with a frilly collar.
Finster, Divatox, Deviot and Furio looked at their opponents, and weren’t too concerned. Especially with Mindwipe retransformed back into bat mode before landing. This way Mindwipe would still be able to perform his tricks if his allies needed him to. Rohan took the front and addressed the evil group. You. Identify yourselves.
Divatox took the front addressing herself before the others could get the chance. I am Divatox. Pirate Queen! The way she introduced herself was so flamboyant that she seemed to think she was every god’s gift to the universe. The other evil beings were annoyed. The knights however didn’t know what to make of her.
Deviot then introduced himself. I am Deviot. Warrior of the Lost Galaxy. Ivar then asked, What kind of a kingdom is that? Where is it?
In a place beyond your limited comprehension. Deviot said. Finster then introduced himself. I am Finster. Monster Maker to the Empress Rita Repulsa.
You make monsters? Angus said holding his mace at the ready. Have you sent monsters against Kells?
Oh no. Finster said in defense. Furio then stood to the fore and added Not yet anyway. I am Furio. Guard Commander to his Lord Scorpius.
Why are you here? Deirdre asked. Why do you attack the fairy kingdom of Tir Na Nog?
Why not? Divatox said. Have you heard of the legends of treasure that fairies have? From the brush Fin Varrah cursed, I knew it. They were after my gold. Divatox however was not finished yet.
We also came for an artifact of power the fairies have. Or seem to have. At any rate we claim everything the fairies have for ourselves. And if you Power Ranger wannabes get in our way, well then we’ll gladly take care of you. The Mystic Knights only briefly wondered what Power Rangers were. Their immediate concern was on the obvious threat Divatox and the others presented. They were looking to take Tir Na Nog for themselves.
We will not let you take the fairy kingdom! Rohan said with the Mystic Knights getting their weapons at the ready. Who said you could stop me? Divatox replied as she nodded at Finster. Finster understood and looked up at Mindwipe.
The Destron then fired his hypnotic beam at the Mystic Knights, which hit them dead on. You will drop your weapons. You will surrender. You will surrender!The Mystic Knights were trying to fight the hypnotic waves but they were quickly succumbing. Angus was first who dropped to his knees dropping his mace. Ivar and Garrett fell next. Deirdre was strong willed but was already on one knee. She was half ready to quit.
Not far away Dominique looked on at the Mystic Knights falling to Mindwipe’s power. Her eyes scanned the Knights and came across Deirdre’s form. Immediately she recognized her. Cathain’s daughter. She muttered. Larson was nearby watching as well. What does this have to do with us?
Plenty. Dominique said. But for now we watch. Both turned their attention to the Mystic Knights who were still trying to resist Mindwipe’s spell.
Rohan was holding on the longest. He had an idea but it would take all of his will power to carry it out. Quickly bringing out the sword of Kells he called out for his dragon. Pyre! Dragon of dare! I summon you!
Rohan fell to one knee but his will held together enough for Pyre to come from the sky and launch bursts of flame at Mindwipe. The bursts hit Mindwipe dead on and Mindwipe was knocked back affected by the heat to his circuitry. What was that? Deviot asked.
A dragon! Finster said remembering the tales of Dragonlore from his service to Rita. We must stop it before it destroys us.
No problem. TRANSFORM!!! GET ON!!! Divatox transformed to Thunderwing and took to the skies looking to confront Pyre. Everyone else looked to pick their opponents. Rohan looked to confront Furio. Ivar and Garrett were to take on Deviot. Angus faced Finster, and Deirdre was left alone, but not for long.
Where is my opponent? Deirdre said, wondering who would face her. Her gaze then fell on a silhouette in the bushes and Deirdre wondered if someone was looking to ambush them. Running into the brush she saw a hooded woman with a strangely attired man by her side, holding weapons she didn’t recognize.
It is good to meet you Princess Deirdre. The hooded woman said. Deirdre was concerned yet nervous as well. There was something about this woman she didn’t like. How do you know who I am?
Are you not Deirdre? Daughter of Cathain? Dominique asked. Deirdre was taken aback by her accusation. Never had anyone asked about her mother before. I am. What does that have to do with me?
Plenty if you wield the Witch’s Glove. Do you? Dominique asked. Deirdre was confused. What is the Witch’s Glove?
Dominique smirked. Well then if you don’t know then I think your father has some explaining to do to you. Did he really think he could keep that secret away from you forever?
Secret? Deirdre asked. What secret?
Ask your father sometime. That is, if you get to live. Dominique then threw out electricity tendrils towards Deirdre, which Deirdre was barely able to avoid. Deirdre then brought forth her crossbow and fired a shot in Dominique’s direction. Unfortunately for Deirdre, Dominique was gone like a shot but even worse for her, Larson still was nearby and he had his guns at the ready.
Now I’m only going to say this once little girl. These here can do about the same as your little crossbow there. But they can do a lot more damage, and they don’t leave as pretty a sight. Do you hear me?Deirdre heard all Larson had to say and responded with a kick where the sun didn’t shine. Never call me a little girl! she said to the doubled over Larson. And Deirdre was left wondering where the mysterious woman was, for she was nowhere in sight.
And she also wondered just what was it that her father was not telling her as she rejoined her fellow knights.
Rohan looked at Furio and sized him up. The Mystic Knight of fire had no idea what the monster was capable of, and wondered if he should wait to find out. Nonetheless Rohan kept his sword drawn ready for whatever Furio would try.
You think you can stand against me? Furio said. I am Furio.
That title means nothing to me monster. Rohan said. Now come and give me your best.
If you insist. Furio said with a slight sneer in his voice. Sure enough Furio was the one that attacked first, an attack that Rohan deflected. The two then continued to cross their blades with Rohan gaining the advantage quickly. Soon Rohan would win, unless Furio decided to try something. Furio then smiled knowing full well what he would do.
Furio made ready to bring his sword down to activate his stone spell. But as Furio tried to bring his sword down Rohan did an underhand strike, which knocked the sword out of Furio’s hands, and sent it flying into the woods. Rohan didn’t know what would have happened if Furio brought that blade down, but he thanked Dagda that he didn’t have to find out. ~ Probably not good. ~ he thought to himself. Rohan then held the sword of Kells to Furio’s throat and said, Fetch your blade, and pray I never see you again.
You will see me again human! I vow it! YOU WILL SEE ME AGAIN!!! Furio vowed as he left to retrieve his weapon. Rohan watched him go, knowing that Furio probably would make good on his promise.
Ivar and Garrett had their hands full with Deviot. Mostly because he was not allowing his opponents to get in their shots thanks to his wrist blasters. Ha ha! There’s nothing you can do to me! Deviot said firing blasters at the two Mystic Knights. Even though their armor protected them from the blasts themselves. They still felt the heat and impact the blasts made when they made contact.
We’re not going to beat him this way. Garrett said. Ivar however had an idea that could have worked.
Get a running start. You can then use me as a springboard for a strike. Garrett nodded and made ready to execute Ivar’s plan.
What? What is this? Deviot asked as Ivar and Garrett got their distance from Deviot. Ivar then knelt down and Garrett got an even further distance from his fellow Mystic Knight. Garrett then started to run towards Ivar and Deviot as Deviot struggled to comprehend what it was that Garrett was hoping to do. When he did Deviot was too late to stop it.
Garrett jumped off Ivar’s back as he flew towards Deviot. Twin Timber Axes! Garrett shouted as he called forth his mystic weapon and got in several slashes to Deviot’s armor. Deviot was severely damaged to say the least, but the two Knights were not yet done.
Trident! Ivar shouted sending waves of electricity into Deviot’s systems. So much that many of his circuits were in danger of blowing, if they hadn’t already. Like Furio, Deviot found himself retreating.
However, it was the battle between Pyre and Thunderwing that would matter the most. Pyre did all that he could firing his flames at Thunderwing, but Thunderwing seemed to be able to dodge all the blasts that came his way. Partly due to his experience in the air, but another part of the reason why Thunderwing was able to evade Pyre was the additional mind of Divatox providing aide to her partner in battle.
~ Let us bring this beast down!~ Thunderwing said anxious to continue the search for the Matrix. Divatox agreed and thought they should put the dragon down. Pyre did all he could to stand against Thunderwing, but the Destron was too fast for the dragon to get a clear shot. Thunderwing however didn’t have that problem. Especially since Thunderwing had a secondary advantage, in Mindwipe.
Even though Mindwipe didn’t have Finster as his partner right now Mindwipe was still a dangerous being in his own right. Especially with his hypno beam. Mindwipe quickly fired the beam in Pyre’s direction and the dragon fell to its effects almost immediately. You will remain where you are Pyre. You will stay! You will stay! Pyre was distracted long enough for Thunderwing to fire a missile at the Dragon severely injuring it and sending the dragon falling down to the ground.
PYRE!!! Rohan shouted at his fallen friend. Every Mystic Knight saw Pyre fall from the sky.
With Pyre defeated Mindwipe returned to the side of his binary bond partner who had his hands full with Angus, until Angus too saw Pyre fall. Before that Finster had relied on his smarts and quickness to evade the projectiles Angus was sending his way. But when Angus saw Pyre fall that was when Finster made his move. Now Mindwipe! NOW!!!
Mindwipe swooped down at Angus and fired his hypno beam at him, who was still trying to recover from the last attack from Mindwipe. AHHHHH!!!! Angus shouted trying to resist Mindwipe’s influence. But Mindwipe was just as strong as he was when he first used the beam. It was then that Finster had an idea.
Mindwipe! Transform! Finster ordered. Mindwipe did so as the hypno beam was shut down. Angus thought he could breath a sigh of relief. He was wrong.
TRANSFORM!!! HEAD ON!!! Finster shouted, as he became Mindwipe’s head. Then the Destron Headmaster fired the Hypno beam again. A hypno beam that seemed more powerful than it did the last time.
Angus! Ivar shouted as the Knights rallied together. This however was all Mindwipe needed to turn his attention to the other Knights and hit them with the hypno beam. And like Angus, they too had not entirely recovered from the effects of the last time. They fell to their knees much quicker than last time.
You are under my control Mystic Knights. Your resolve is weakening. You have no choice but to obey!The Mystic Knights tried their best to fight Mindwipe’s hypnotic waves, but their resolve was weakening. Soon they would be under Mindwipe’s spell, unless someone could stop him.
Aideen watched the horror as the Mystic Knights fought to stay free of Mindwipe’s control, and she herself was powerless to stop it. Or was she? Her thoughts went back to the other metal machines she saw when she followed David and Sarah. She thought she sensed some goodness about them, as well as strength.
Those others. They may be able to help! Aideen said as she flew as fast as her fairy wings could take her, making her way to where the Matrix team had set up their base.
At the clearing where the Cybertrons had set up their base camp David and Sarah were practicing their sword fighting techniques. Jason watched on with amusement and interest, and soon they were drawing a crowd with Cassie, Trini, Billy and T. J. watching.
David and Sarah had practiced diligently with their swords deflecting one another’s strikes. You’re improving. You didn’t always last this long. Sarah said.
Yeah well. It’s hard to keep up with you. David said as he continued to strike. David always took his sparring seriously while Sarah always seemed to have a good time when she sparred. He envied her how easily she took to the training while David always had to work on his lessons and tried to be as relaxed as she was when she fought.
This case would be no exception as Sarah ducked another strike of David’s and was able to get her blade to David’s throat signifying that the battle was over. Sarah had won, again. The Rangers and their Cybertron Partners looked on with interest. Well done. Even Grimlock was impressed. Billy said. Through Billy’s mouth Grimlock said, Me Grimlock think that was best fighting me have seen. However me think even better if used in real battle.
Well I kind of hope we don’t. Sarah had said. Fighting should always be a last resort.
Especially if you lose to your sister a lot. David added. She was always the natural fighter.
Very well done. Worthy of a warrior. Gront said in applause. Regar also shook Sarah’s hand in appreciation and Sarah responded by giving him a peck on the cheek. Regar clearly was blushing while David said You just kissed a rat.
So? I knew plenty of rats when I went out dating. Sarah said with her wise girl smile as Trini walked up to her.
I must say I liked your style. Trini added. It was almost as graceful as the Mantis Kung Fu I practiced and Jason’s style. Sarah then said, Beauty and deadly grace, both are trademarks of the ninja warrior.
However one wasn’t impressed by the demonstration. In fact he was downright sad. We transformers are always fighting. Must we involve you humans too? Cerebros asked as he sat transformed into a computer. A mode he used to communicate with Jason when they weren’t bonded to each other.
I think we are already involved in it Cerebros. Jason said. He knew of Cerebros’s anti-war sentiment, and it seemed like every time he got away from a war, he felt himself being pulled back into the fighting. Jason thought it was a tragedy that a transformer who was dedicated to peace always felt himself pulled back into battle every time it seemed that peace was found. Jason sighed as Billy looked at something appear in his field of vision. Wow! A fairy! Billy said looking at Aideen. Aideen however was not interested in pleasantries.
Please we need your help! Aideen said to Jason. Our kingdom is under attack by monsters.
Monsters? Jason asked. What kind of monsters?Gront and Regar then walked up and Aideen almost shrieked AIIIIEEEEE!!!!
Don’t worry! We’re friends. Regar said. We’re not as bad as we look!
In fact we are good! Gront said. We are dedicated to the destruction of evil. Now please tell our friend what dark force dares rear its ugly head. Aideen didn’t know what to make of the two Rogues but Jason said it was okay. Their hearts are good and noble. Jason said. Now please tell us what you saw.
Aideen then gave a description of what had happened and T. J. seemed to know the two right off the bat. Deviot and Furio?
That’s what the two of them called themselves, yes. There were also two metallic ones as well. One was a woman who became a monster. The other said he was a monster maker and became the head of a metal bat.
Sounds like Mindwipe and Thunderwing. Trini had said.
Binary bonded to Finster and Divatox. T. J. added. Where is this kingdom? Aideen gave them the directions to Tir Na Nog and Cerebros confirmed the co-ordinates. There are readings of seismic disturbances in the area. Disturbances reminiscent of a Transformer battle.
All right then. Cassie, T. J. , Billy and Trini. You guys take your partners and go stop the Destrons. Jason ordered. Cerebros however would not go however for his own reasons.
I shall remain behind. Cerebros said. I don’t believe my strength will be needed just yet. Jason looked at Cerebros and nodded. He’s right. You guys go. David and Sarah can stay as well in case anything else comes up. Cassie, T. J. Trini and Billy all nodded and made ready to go into battle to where Aideen told them to go.
TRANSFORM!!! GUN ON!!! T. J. said becoming Kup’s weapon.
TRANSFORM!!! GUN ON!!! Cassie said becoming Pointblank’s weapon.
TRANSFORM!!! HEAD ON!!! Trini said becoming Highbrow’s head.
TRANSFORM!!! GET ON!!! Billy said transforming into Grimlock, who then transformed into his dinosaur mode.
David and Sarah remained behind at Fortress Maximus along with Jason, Gront and Regar as Aideen led the Matrix team back to Tir Na Nog as fast as she could.
The Mystic Knights were almost beaten. They had lain down on the ground almost totally succumbing to Mindwipe’s hypnotic waves. Almost.
Rohan kept enough of his will together to try to aim the Sword of Kells at Mindwipe. No one paid it any mind since everyone believed the Mystic Knights would fall anyway. Deviot and Furio came back from the brush and looked at Rohan’s last gasp of defiance. Both monsters watched with amusement.
Ha ha ha! Look Furio. The little knight is still trying to fight! Deviot said mocking Rohan’s efforts.
What are you going to do little knight? Poke Mindwipe to death? Ha ha ha! Both monsters laughed at Rohan, but Rohan would make sure that he was the one laughing next.
BATTLE FURY!! Rohan shouted with all his might as he transformed into his Mystic Knight supermode. He then aimed the sword at Mindwipe and fired a massive flame shot at Mindwipe effectively blinding him. The Destron screamed as the fire overloaded his optic sensors. Furio and Deviot looked on at Rohan stunned. How? How did you break free? Furio asked.
Never underestimate a warrior’s spirit! Rohan said proudly as the other knights recovered. If a warrior’s spirit is strong, he’ll always find a way to win. Rohan then brought the Sword of Kells to bear against the other three Order members ready to strike.
Deviot and Furio stepped forward getting ready to counter whatever else Rohan had to throw at them. Thunderwing stood ready to stomp the Mystic Knights into powder. Let’s see if your warrior’s spirit can save you from being stomped into jelly! Thunderwing said as he raised his foot to step on the knights. He was stopped however when someone shouted STAND DOWN THUNDERWING!!!
Everyone turned to see four metal giants standing at the ready. The Mystic Knights were wondering if they were more trouble until Aideen stepped forward. Rohan!I’ve brought help!
NO!!! Thunderwing shouted as he then went to kick Mindwipe. The Cybertrons are here! he said to the Destron Headmaster after the kick connected to Mindwipe’s side. Mindwipe got his bearings just in time for Grimlock to give him the evil sensor. Me Grimlock want piece of bat brain! Grimlock said.
Wait! Deviot said interrupting. Surely you can’t expect us to fight all four of you. I thought Cybertrons believed in the honor of fair play.
That’s true. The only problem is you guys don’t! Kup answered. T. J. however had something to say, and decided to say it. You know Kup, perhaps you should sit this one out.
The Cybertron seemed confused, and wondered what T. J. meant until he explained. I just want to keep things fair. Kup understood and decided to let him and Cassie go with their plans.
I got Furio, you get Deviot! Cassie said to T. J. as she transformed from being Pointblank’s weapon to her human form. T. J. did the same and both took on the foes that have been selected for them. Furio looked at Cassie, and really saw nothing to be impressed with, which would make what happened next all the more easier.
Well? Are you going to fight, or what? Cassie asked. Furio smiled as he said Oh I will, after I take care of your partner! Furio had rolled out of Cassie’s line of sight to where he stood directly behind T. J. , and Furio fired bolts from his sword, which struck T. J. in the back. T. J. then fell to his knees and down to the ground leaving Deviot to face Cassie, with Furio standing with him.
You attacked him from behind? Cassie asked stunned, but in reality she should have expected it.
And now we’re going to fight two on one against you. Deviot said as he and Furio raised their weapons towards Cassie who fell to the ground when the magic bolts from the weapons hit her. Or rather we’re going to attack you two on one! Deviot then chuckled as he helped Furio drag her over to where T. J. lay after being shot from behind.
Furio and Deviot both stood over the fallen Rangers. Well? Have you nothing to say? Deviot asked with a sneer to his voice. Just then two engines roared towards them and soon both Deviot and Furio had tasted Cybertron fender. Look out comes to mind. T. J. said as the two mutants hit the ground after flying over the two Cybertrons.
T. J. and Cassie then got back up and looked at the fallen mutants. But you were supposed to fight fair! Deviot said weakly.
And we did. Cassie said. We countered your dirty trick with our dirty trick. What could be more fair than that?
Grimlock and Mindwipe went at it. Grimlock fired a bolt of laser breath at Mindwipe, but Mindwipe clearly evaded the blast. Ha ha! You are so stupid! Even with your brainy friend you are no match for me! Mindwipe taunted. Grimlock felt himself becoming more and more upset, but Billy tried to calm Grimlock down. ~ Easy, he’s just trying to upset you so you’ll waste your fire on sloppy shots. ~
~ Me Grimlock want Destron blasted out of sky!~ Grimlock thought back. ~ Help me shoot him down!~ Billy looked around and saw a tree nearby. ~ Fire at the base of the tree. ~ Billy thought.
~ WHAT?~ Grimlock asked.
~ Just trust me~ Billy thought. Grimlock did so, and soon with a small burst of laser breath the base of the tree was cut enough so that it could fall over. And fall it did, right into Mindwipe’s flight path. This compelled Mindwipe to stop flying and wait for the tree to stop falling. Which gave Grimlock just enough time to take his shot. And with a more powerful burst of laser breath Grimlock knocked Mindwipe out of the sky.
When Mindwipe crashed to the ground Grimlock transformed into his Cybertron mode and looked down at Mindwipe. Me Grimlock guess me have bigger brain than you. He said chuckling at his little joke. Inside Grimlock’s mind Billy was also chuckling slightly himself.
Highbrow and Thunderwing fought each other. Trini was at the controls of her partner while she was actively trying to shake of her super fast pursuer. Thunderwing however stayed hot on Highbrow’s tail. Give it up bitch! Thunderwing said. I can shoot you down anytime I want!
Why don’t you do so then? Trini asked. Just then a shot fired from Thunderwing that Highbrow was barely able to avoid. Highbrow’s transformation was that of a double bladed chopper/plane while Thunderwing’s mode was a straightforward fighter. It wouldn’t be long before Thunderwing would lock onto them and fire. It was then that Trini noticed Pyre trying to get back up.
I think he wants to help! Highbrow said noticing the Dragon trying to get back up. But his wounds are too severe. He can’t fly.
Maybe he doesn’t have to. Trini said as she flew Highbrow towards Pyre with Thunderwing in close pursuit. Trini continued to fly until she was just within reach of Pyre, then she pulled up leaving Thunderwing close to Pyre, which was what the dragon was hoping for as he fired as massive a flame burst as the wounded dragon could muster. A burst that hit Thunderwing dead on.
Thanks Pyre! Trini said as Highbrow flew on. Thunderwing went the other way as he tried to find a place to extinguish the flames burning his outer skin. Pyre roared a howl of approval as he then tried to fly his way to his cave so that his wounds could heal.
Thunderwing was able to blow out the flames even though he saw the rest of his team was down. Deviot and Furio were knocked out. Mindwipe was making his way out of a tree, and Thunderwing himself was damaged as well, if singed skin was considered damage to a Destron. Nonetheless Thunderwing had to give the order no Destron liked to give.
RETREAT!!! Thunderwing said. The rest of the Order looked at Thunderwing fly away, then when they looked at their own individual status obeyed Thunderwing’s order, leaving the Mystic Knights to meet their new allies. Allies the Mystic Knights didn’t know what to make of.
Where did these beings come from? Rohan asked looking at the Matrix team.
I found them in a clearing, after I followed the other two. They led me to where this metal castle was. A castle that had beings like the ones we fought with them.
Where do they come from? What are they? Deirdre asked.
Perhaps we’d better explain. T. J. said offering his hand. My name is T. J.
Rohan saw the outstretched hand and took it himself. I’m Rohan. Are you from the Kingdom from across the sea like Ivar is?
Kingdom across the sea? Not that I know of. T. J. answered. Why do you ask? It was then that the Mystic Knights all powered down and T. J. got his first look at the Knights’ faces, including Ivar. That was when T. J. understood what Rohan meant. Oh you think because we have the same complexion that we’re from the same place? T. J. asked.
We mean no disrespect. Garrett said. None taken. T. J. answered as he continued to introduce the rest of the Matrix team.
This is Billy. T. J. said introducing the brown haired young man. He’s our wizard of sorts.
Wizard? Angus asked.
That’s one way of putting it, but my ‘magic’ is much different than yours. Billy said looking at Kup and Pointblank who stood off to the side, as well as Highbrow who was sitting on the ground with Trini standing next to him. That over there is Trini.
Trini then stepped forward and offered her hand. Deirdre took it and shook it, one lady to another. Cassie then stepped forward and introduced herself. I’m Cassie.
Charmed I’m sure. Angus said trying to be a gentleman to Cassie who he thought was a ‘lovely sight for the eyes. ‘ Cassie however raised her hand and said ‘No greeting is necessary.
Angus did you bathe? Ivar asked. Angus answered. Yes last week. Everyone thought it was a good idea to change the subject so Rohan decided to introduce the Knights to the Matrix team.
This is Ivar, prince of the Kingdom across the sea. Ivar stepped forward and surveyed those before him. He was not sure what to make of the warriors, or their metal companion. What kingdom do you all come from?
We come from a different Kingdom across another sea. Trini had said. Our metal friends are from a kingdom across an even greater sea. Greater than anything anyone can imagine.
What is this kingdom’s name that has such metal beasts? Garrett asked. This is Prince Garrett. Rohan said in introduction. However the ‘metal beasts’ decided to answer that question themselves, or rather one of them did.
The ‘kingdom’ as you so eloquently put it, is called Cybertron. Kup had said. Angus then asked Does this make you Cyberknights? as he said the new word to describe the apparent metal knights.
No, I and my friends are Cybertrons. Kup said as he transformed from his truck mode to his robot mode. My name is Kup.
I am called Pointblank. Pointblank had said transforming into his robot mode. The Knights were all stunned at seeing two metal men standing before them, but Deirdre quickly noticed Highbrow not transforming. Why does that one not transform? she asked.
And who are you? Highbrow asked in a smug, superior tone. Deirdre’s eyes went wide as if wondering how the machine could talk to her in such a way. I am Princess Deirdre! Princess of Kells! And how dare you talk to me in such a manner!
Is there another way I should talk to you? Highbrow asked. Deirdre answered with Yes, with respect. And Highbrow followed up with How can I respect you? I don’t even know you! This got Deirdre so riled that she kicked Highbrow with her foot only to find herself hopping on one foot due to the pain she got from kicking metal. The other Knights couldn’t help but chuckle. Angus especially.
That had to be one of the funniest things I have ever seen. Angus had said. Deirdre will never change. She’ll always be the spoiled little girl we’ve always known.
Highbrow helped also. What was your name? Angus? Billy asked. Angus said yes and asked, Where is that other metal beast that fought with you? The one that became a real monster?
You mean Grimlock? He’ll show up when he’s good and ready. Billy said. Rohan then took charge and said, Well now that introductions are out of the way what brings you here?
T. J. began the story. We’re here to find a mystical artifact that can help us defeat a monster. It’s one of seven we need.
Are there more of you in your group? Angus asked. A boy in silver and a girl in gold?
Yeah. Cassie answered. That was David and Sarah. We also have our leader Jason at our base not far away. We also have a warrior and a rat monster in out party as well. The Knights didn’t know what to make of that admission but then Aideen changed the subject.
The metal castle I saw. Aideen had said. Rohan it was huge.
Do you know where this artifact is now? Deirdre asked. No but we know it’s around here somewhere. Its presence is something we can sense. Trini said choosing her words carefully so the Mystic Knights could understand as best they could.
If you need help to find it we’ll be happy to help in any way we can. Rohan said offering his hand, which Billy took. We’d better see how Fin Varrah is doing. And he may be able to help you find your Matrix.
Thank you Rohan. We do appreciate it. Billy said taking Rohan’s hand shaking it. They then looked at Fin Varrah who sat in the brush surrounded by his gold. It’s all right Fin Varrah. The crisis is over! Rohan said.
Are you sure? Fin Varrah said. I mean, you have metal giants with you. How do I know they won’t destroy Tir Na Nog?
Cybertrons are devoted to peace, and the protection of other species. Pointblank had said. Besides your gold is not what we’re interested in. Only the Matrix.
Yes well. I’ll be sure to keep an eye out for it. What does it look like? Fin Varrah asked. Cassie gave a description of the Matrix and Fin Varrah said he would keep an eye out for it. We need to assess the damage to our kingdom first. Fin Varrah said. The Mystic Knights and Matrix team all nodded and said they would be at Kells Castle. Aideen can contact us. Rohan said.
As the Mystic Knights and the Cybertrons, or Cyberknights as the Mystic Knights called them, made their way back to Kells castle, by Deirdre’s invitation, a shadowy figure watched them taking acount what had happened. Vrellos watched the exchange and did not have a good feeling about what had transpired. He knew that if the Order was to obtain the Matrix next, they would need some advantages, or even allies, of their own.
Also not far away, Dominique looked on and realized that she would need some allies of her own. She walked in another direction with Larson in tow. A direction that would take her to the kingdom of Temra.
Meanwhile, Sara and Lara were walking into the forest right now trying to get their bearing and understanding just what had happened.
Okay let’s try to figure things out here. Sara said. First we have a glowing jewel. Larson and Nottingham both show up, then Dominique, the jewel glows, next thing we know we’re falling through the sky into somebody’s farmhouse which looks like it’s in the middle ages. Am I missing anything?
No that about sums it up. Lara said in a nonchalant manner. Sara just rolled her eyes and asked, So have we gone back in time?
Not back in time. More like gone to another world. Lara said. That’s what the jewel was said to do, look into other worlds.
Wait, you said look into other worlds. Why are we in one? Sara interrupted.
Well it’s been theorized that people could also travel to other worlds using the Jewel. It wasn’t easy but it could be done. Sara then decided, Okay great. Let’s use the jewel and get back to New York.
I don’t think it will be that easy. Lara said. Remember the Jewel activated on its own accord. It may not activate again.
We’ve got nothing to lose by trying. Sara said as Lara took the Jewel out of her backpack and tried to look into it hoping to see her own homeworld again. However her thoughts were soon interrupted by sounds of footsteps that echoed from the forest. When the footsteps got closer the owner of them came out of the forest.
Holy mother… Sara muttered in disbelief of the creature that came out from the forest.
That would be an ogre if what I remember from mythology is right, Lara stated as she gave the jewel to Sara and pulled out her guns. She took care to aim at the head and eyes, but the Ogre was being difficult to take down. Sara, I could use some help!
Sara looked as Lara ducked the Ogre’s swipes knowing that she couldn’t hold out very long. Quickly she put the Jewel down and went into gauntlet mode with the Witchblade. Sara did some quick swipes but the Ogre was still holding on. Clearly the Ogre had more endurance than the women did.
Sara what are you doing! Lara cried before getting thrown into the trees by the Ogre. Sara had only made the Witchblade act as a bladed gauntlet. She had seen her do that a few times but why wasn’t she using it all the way.
Sara did some wild strikes to get the Ogre’s attention. She also aimed for some pressure points hoping to weaken it further. However all it did was make the Ogre even angrier and it started to charge Sara. Sara ducked back as the Ogre walked forward. Sara however realized too late that she had just walked past where she left the Jewel of Transience on the ground.
And when she did realize it, it was when the Ogre stepped on it shattering it into million pieces.
THE JEWEL!!! Sara shouted as she saw the shards all scattered across the ground. Their one chance to get home was gone. The Ogre however didn’t care. Right now its newest prey was still in sight, and it would take care of her as well.
That was the last thought the Ogre would ever have, after a cry of thunder filled the air. A cry of thunder that sounded like a gunshot.
Sara looked up and saw the Ogre fall down. A bullet had gone through the back of its head. Lara Croft stood behind it.
On the way to Kells, Kup was entertaining the Mystic Knights with tales of the battles he was in, even if they didn’t understand them all. What’s an Icyak? Ivar asked.
What’s Beta Four? Is that a Kingdom? Deirdre asked.
Why is the sky different every time you tell a story? Garrett asked.
And what’s a planet? Angus then asked. T. J. , Cassie, Billy and Trini all rolled their eyes at all the questions the Mystic Knights were asking. Remember they are products of their times. Cassie said.
Got it. Billy said. I’ve already contacted David and Sarah. They’ll meet us at Kells castle.
What about Jason? T. J. asked. Billy explained by saying He still needs to guard Cerebros. Besides I don’t think the people of Kells are ready for an appearance from him yet.
That and Cerebros wants to be left in peace. Highbrow said from above. He’s just tired of war.
I understand that. Rohan said taking part in the conversation. I’ll admit, there are some things about your world that I don’t understand, but I do know when a soldier tires of countless combat.
Gront never will. Cassie said. He’s so committed to the fight for good he probably will be committed someday. Incidently he and Regar will be here soon. Rohan nodded looking forward to meeting the two Rogues.
Do you ever tire of it Rohan? Trini asked.
I try not to think of feelings during a battle. Rohan explained. I take part, because if I don’t Maeve will take over Kells. I have a duty to perform, I can’t stop until that duty is fulfilled. Billy said Spoken like a true Ranger. Right when he heard the gunshot.
What was that? Rohan asked. It sounded like thunder.
Guys, it sounded like a discharge from a semi-automatic firearm. Billy had said. Trini translated and said, It sounded like a gunshot?
What’s a gunshot? Garrett asked. T. J. however said, I think a better question is what is a gun doing here in the first place?
Why don’t we find out? Cassie said as she rushed through the woods. Everyone else followed her. The Mystic Knights wondered what they were talking about but decided to follow in hopes of finding out.
Lara and Sara stood over the body of the dead Ogre. Lara however was not happy, What’s going on Sara? Why didn’t you use the Witchblade fully?
Sara didn’t answer Lara as she got up but Lara wasn’t in the mood so she held her fast against the tree, Why? We nearly got killed by this sudden monster attack that came out of no where and I would like to know what is wrong with you!
… I won’t do it again Lara… Sara said softly, Not after what happened.
Mind explaining since I don’t have a bloody clue as to what you mean? Lara asked. And last I checked Sara you knew how to control that thing.
Control? Sara laughed bitterly, If I learned how to control the true power of the Witchblade, I wouldn’t have nearly got us killed… just like how I… she trailed off.
Like what? Like what Sara?! Lara demanded to know. Sara looked back at Lara and started to speak, One month ago something very strange was happening in New York… the kind of strange that you would think was insane but people were dying… and this thing told me about it.
What did it tell you? Lara asked.
That we had Demons under the city.
One month ago…
Why do these things always have to be in dark and dank places like this? Sara Pezzini muttered as she walked through the muck of the New York City sewers trying to find a lead, any lead, on the mass disappearances that had taken place over the last two weeks. Captain Dante told her that she would have to go it alone since there were patrolmen needed to cover some gang related activities in the south part of town, and that officers couldn’t have been spared to check out suspicions. If anything turns up that’s concrete contact us then. Until that time you’re on your own. Those were Dante’s exact words. Sara however had the suspicious feeling that Bruno Dante wouldn’t have minded if she had disappeared along with the others who turned up missing.
Who knows, maybe those turtles that were rumored to be here are having a pizza party or something. She said sarcastically. It was a vain hope as she realized that the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles were no longer present in the New York sewers. They were victims of Ranitime’s ‘recruitment procedures’ for Arcadia Academy. They were also among the victims Lara and Sara saw when they went there. At any rate Sara continued on.
Her perseverance paid off however as she reached a clearing in the sewers where people hung as if covered in protoplasm of some kind. Just over them were eggs almost like from the movie ‘Alien’. At the center of the room was a gigantic monster, who looked at Sara hungrily. Another visitor. Good. My brood need another morsel to feed off of.
You will not feed off anyone. Sara said as the Witchblade went into gauntlet mode and Sara charged it with energy emanating from the blade. The demon, realizing it was about to be attacked by Sara, did the only thing it could do to save its life.
It used one of its hostages as a shield, making Sara stop and move her right hand that was sending a blast over to the demon by moving it to the left. It hit support beams causing the part of the ceiling to fall down and some of it actually hit people.
Oh no! Sara said as debris hit some of the demon’s hostages, as well as a few of its own eggs. You you have harmed my children! it said as it reached out and grabbed a little girl that was nearby. Now I harm one you have come for.
Sara looked up and saw the demon holding the girl ready to kill her in an instant. Please… don’t do this… Sara pleaded.
Human… you are special… but you are all cattle to us… the demon said as it snapped the little girl’s neck.
NO!!! Sara screamed as she saw the girl fall into the muck and sludge, her eyes in total fear forever.
The demon turned to it compatriots and ordered, Kill the witch.
Unfortunately for them, they had made the wrong move.
RAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!! Sara screamed, the scream of a banshee as her Witchblade armor changed once more, she felt her consciousness slipping away until there was just nothing.
And what was now in her place was nothing more than a primal force that no one in their right mind would want to go up against. Awaken my brood! Protect me! the Demon Queen had said.
Sure enough the eggs all opened up as the demon’s spawn made ready to protect its parent. Sara however didn’t care anymore. All demons were scum now, and from her hand came an all consuming fire, burning all that approached it. The hostages made a quick getaway carrying those that they could. Those that couldn’t make it however found a relative place of safety where they could watch Sara finish off the Demon Queen.
Armor appeared around Sara’s form offering her protection from the flames as she walked towards the Demon Queen. The demon tried to fight back with swipes and slashes but Sara instinctively blocked each and every one as if on instinct. Then finally she was nose to nose, face to face, with the demon monster.
Sara reached out with her right hand and grabbed the demon by the throat, all of its brethren had been slaughtered without mercy, without compassion and in all consuming fire. Please… mercy…
Sara said nothing as she ripped open its throat with her other hand and then carved it up like a thanksgiving turkey down the middle. The Demon Queen was dead as soon as it hit the water. Sara walked toward the body of the fallen girl, and suddenly, tendrils came from the Witchblade, trying to fix the damage done, trying to save her life and fix what had been done to her. Sara’s eyes went wide with surprise over what happened next.
AHHH!!! the girl who had been dead and once again alive gasped as she looked up at the one who brought her back. She screamed in fear and shock and ran away from her, back to where the other people that had been taken captive had been.
It was seeing their fears and their look of shock that Sara came back to the surface, Oh god… oh god no… what did… what did I… she saw more of the carnage and ran away out of the sight of everyone.
Except for the one she bumped into.
Congratulations Sara, Ian Nottingham said calmly. Sara’s response was shoving Nottingham against the wall with both of her gauntleted hands.
What was this Ian! What did Irons have in mind this time! Was he behind these demons? Was he?! Sara demanded to know.
Mr. Irons wanted to show you the true nature of the Witchblade, Ian replied.
The true nature?! Sara growled.
When you first gained the Witchblade, Mr. Irons saw your remarkable quick progress in learning to wield it. However it was once he learned about your excursion into Arcadia Academy that he became truly impressed, Ian continued, You tapped into a power of the Witchblade that few wielders have ever truly gained and one that Mr. Irons had never seen in his life time used.
So that’s it! All of this death was just to give Irons a show?! Sara gasped in disbelief and in anger.
No Sara, Mr. Irons didn’t hire the demons you killed, though he did arrange for you to be the only one here to find their victims as well as confine them to this one area, Ian replied, He did it so you could understand the truth about the Witchblade.
And what is that truth? Sara spat.
Do you even know what you did? Ian started to say, And I don’t mean just seeing… do you remember yourself killing those demons Sara? Actually burning them in flaming fury? Sara stepped back from Ian staring back at him as he continued to speak, Or bringing that girl back from the dead? At Sara’s shaking head Ian made his final point, And so now you know Sara, now you know the Witchblade is more than just a weapon. It has the power to control life and death… and it just doesn’t have a will of its own. It has a soul of its own, formed from parts of the previous wielders and now from your own soul, from a part you refuse to acknowledge at times. The darker side of it.
Yeah… well maybe that’s just too much power for me! Suddenly, Sara changed back to her normal self, the Witchblade armor changing back into its bladed gauntlet form once more. You tell Irons, that I will never use what I used today again and sure as hell not so he can get a show!
She turned to walk away but Ian spoke to her again, You are your own woman Sara. Make your own choices. But never deny any part of yourself, any power you have. You’re going to more likely than not find a time when you have to draw upon the fullness of the Witchblade once more if you are going to stay alive. Just remember, you know what its true nature is now… it is up to you decide how to use it.
After hearing all of that, Lara just gave Sara her space, who spoke again after a while, Understand that this thing I wear isn’t a gun. Guns don’t have minds of their own and guns don’t bring people back from the dead. The later I believe to be a power no one should have and the former I could do without. All I know is that it has taken me this last month to be confidant again with the control I have over this thing as is.
But you still wonder about the full power, Lara said.
I don’t know… I don’t know if I ever want to unleash it again, Sara shook her head, Most of the times that I did, I had total control over it… but in situations that were manipulated by others…
You lost it… just like how you described what Irons did. Lara stated.
You need to be able to understand and control this thing all the way… Sara sighed, Or else it will break you and fail you when you need it most. Just as Lara was about to say something, figures appeared from the forest. Figures with two metallic giants and one vehicle with double blades on its wings.
Who are you? Rohan asked with the Sword of Kells drawn. Angus however had a look in his eyes as he saw the two women, and how they were dressed. Especially Lara. Lara and Sara looked at the Knights, Rangers and Cybertrons in surprise(except for Angus who Lara looked at as if he was a dead man), but nothing was like the surprise Deirdre had on her face when she saw Sara. Mother? she said in a shocked whisper.
This took Sara by surprise. Mother? What do you mean?
It’s just… you… look so much… Deirdre had said. Sara however stepped forward and took a look at Deirdre. She too saw the resemblance as well. Now that you mention it, there is a resemblance.
Curiouser and curioser. Cassie had said. Everyone agreed.
Perhaps we shall have this matter better settled at Kells castle. Rohan said. Everyone nodded as they made their way back to Kells, not knowing what would happen or what fate had in store for them once they arrived.
Back at the underground kingdom of Tir Na Nog the fairies were already working to rebuild the kingdom, and Fin Varrah was busy putting away his treasure, or at least supervising the putting away of it.
All right, put that chest away over there. Fin Varrah said as he told two heavy lifters to put a chest of gold away where it used to be. He did the same for the other treasures he had making sure none of it was lost in the process. Fin Varrah always had an eye for gold.
Just then a guard approached. Your majesty. The light, it has remained secured.
Thank you guard, you can go. Fin Varrah had said as the guard left his side. He then walked down the cavern the guard had left to see the object before him. An object that was a mystery to him, but it’s light was so strong he couldn’t help but feel drawn to it.
Fin Varrah looked at the light of Tir Na Nog before him. It’s light pulsed with power.
At the gates of Temra soldiers stood on guard duty looking to protect their queen from any and all invaders. Queen Maeve promised swift punishment from those, and the families of those, who failed to fulfill their duty. Now would be no exception as the guards noticed a figure approaching the gates of Temra castle.
Who goes there? a Temra soldier shouted at the approaching figure in yellow and purple armor. His face reflecting an evil metal grin.
Clear the way. Zedd commanded. I have business with your queen. The Temra guards however held their swords to Zedd remaining vigilant in their duty. Zedd couldn’t help but acknowledge the guards’ dedication. Impressive. Your queen must have instilled great fear in you, or offered you much riches, to inspire such loyalty.
The guards however didn’t have a chance to respond as Zedd sent a burst of magic at the guards knocking them out of the way. The guards were laid out unconscious as Zedd continued to walk past them. But as I said I have business with your queen. Zedd continued to walk to the gates of Temra to where Maeve waited, as well as one other.
Inside her chambers Maeve was talking to Torc about the quest that she had selected him to partake. Are you sure you can get these items?
Positive. Torc replied. The power you seek shall be yours.
Then go, and don’t return until you are successful! Torc bowed and left the chambers as he made his way to his steed. As Torc left Maeve then went on to listening to the intelligence reports from spies in the Kells region from a spy who had entered immediately after Torc left. These reports consisted of a battle between strange new warriors and metal giants. And one of them had almost defeated the Mystic Knights?
Yes my queen. The spy had said. The Mystic Knights would surely have been beaten and Tir Na Nog would have fallen if it wasn’t for the arrival of other warriors and their metal beasts.
Maeve considered the words her spy told her. Metal beasts, capable of defeating the Mystic Knights. Perhaps they can even help against this Quantum Knight as well. Thank you, you can leave me. The spy bowed leaving Maeve alone to contemplate her next move when a presence was felt in the room.
Who’s there? Maeve asked as a figure appeared in her doorway. A hooded figure stood in the doorway accompanied by a man who appeared to be the figure’s slave, even though he’d disagree with the title. The figure stepped forward and unmasked, revealing the face of Dominique Boucher. By her side was the man known as Larson.
Greetings Queen Maeve. I heard that you were the one I should speak to on matters of dark magic. Maeve looked at the two and asked, How did you get here? How did you defeat my guards?
Oh they were no problem. Larson had said, his gun barrel smoking. They went down like flies. Dominique added, Don’t bother with punishing them. They paid for their failure with their lives.
Not unlike the two I faced at the main gate. A husky voice said from another doorway. This one had the armored form of Lord Zedd standing in its path. Their devotion to you was so strong I spared them. Such devotion is hard to come by. Maeve however looked at the three figures before her and said, Who are you people? Why are you in my castle?
Oh forgive me. I am Lord Zedd. Emperor of all I see. Zedd said in bowing.
I am Dominique Boucher. Dominique said in introduction. This is Larson. The mercenary tipped his hat as if replying to Dominique’s introduction. As to why I’m here, there’s something I’m looking to acquire. Something that may be within Kells castle.
What might that be? Maeve asked.
The Witch’s Glove. Dominique answered. And the heir to it, whom you know as Princess Deirdre.
Maeve and Zedd had heard about the Witch’s Glove. A weapon of unprecedented power worn only by women throughout the millennia, and in this universe (at this time) the queen Cathain was the last heir to possess it. Why do you want the glove? Maeve asked.
Because I once held its power. And I seek to hold it again. Dominique answered. And I intend to make certain that my blood lineage is the only blood lineage to possess the power of the glove. Maeve nodded in acknowledgement then turned to look at Larson. And your servant?
Employee. Dominique said in regards to Larson. He’s here to deal with any resistance that may seek to stop me. As such, there is such resistance that seeks to stop me from accomplishing my objectives. Larson has a personal stake in dealing with one of the resistors.
Not to mention taking care of her settles a debt with a previous client. Larson said. Maeve acknowledged Dominique’s story then turned her attention to Zedd. And why are you here? she asked.
I am commander of a group of warriors from a kingdom that is beyond your comprehension. A world of magic and wonders that are unheard of. I’m sure you have heard about a sample of the magic I speak of. Maeve then realized that Zedd was one who was part of the metal beast contingent.
I command a faction of the ‘metal beasts’ you speak of. They are called Destrons, and they are creatures of war and destruction. They however are fighting a war against another faction called the Cybertrons who fight for the same goals as the Kells people fight for. Zedd explained. Maeve was interested to say the least. Why have you come?
There is an object of power that we have come to possess for our alliance, The Order of Destruction, to reign supreme among several worlds. It is called the Matrix of Strength. It, along with seven other such artifacts could spell doom for our plans.
Which are? Maeve asked.
Of benefit to you. If you ally with us. This way you can conquer Kells, and this woman here gets what she wants which is the Witch’s Glove, and the heir to it. Zedd said making reference to Dominique. And I get the Croft bitch dead. Larson added. Maeve considered the words spoken yet still had her reservations.
Why should I listen to you? Maeve asked. What do you have that I could really be interested in? Zedd smiled and looked out the window of Maeve’s castle. Maeve suddenly felt the ground shake and soon her eyes went wide with what she saw.
A metal beast, bigger than anything she could have ever imagined stood before Temra castle. Townspeople ran in sight of the monster as it clearly dwarfed even Temra castle. What is that monster? It is even bigger than Tyrune!
It is my partner. Zedd said. And if we find the Matrix of Strength it can be of use to you against Kells. Maeve saw the possibilities swirl around in her mind. This beast in her army, Kells fallen before her awesome power, and the Mystic Knights crushed beneath her heel. So Maeve, are you interested?
What of Mider? Maeve asked. His command over dark powers has helped in the past.
I acknowledge that. Zedd answered. And he could still be useful. Remember there is still Tir Na Nog to consider. They could resist. Maeve weighed in the pros and cons and knew the decision to be an easy one.
I accept. With this alliance we each get what we want. Maeve had said. I get Kells. You get this object of power you seek. She said to Zedd making reference to the Matrix. Finally, she turned her gaze to Dominique and said evilly, And you get the Princess.
Dominique smiled. Do not worry. I’ll make sure she suffers tenfold just for you.
At Kells Castle there was a greeting from Conchobar and Cathbad for the Mystic Knights, as well as surprise upon seeing the Cybertrons and their binary bond partners. What manner of creatures are these? Conchobar asked.
They are called Cybertrons. Rohan said. They are knights from a far kingdom looking for an object of power that is here somewhere. Rohan used the same description as presented to him before. He figured Conchobar would have as much problems with the concepts of other worlds as Rohan and the Knights would have. Nevertheless Conchobar was gracious with the introductions. Welcome to Kells Cyberknights. We are honored to have guests such as yourselves here.
Thank you your majesty. T. J. said shaking Conchobar’s hand and letting the ‘Cyberknights’ label stand. He then proceeded to introduce everyone that had accompanied him, except for two others that Deirdre asked T. J. to not introduce. She wanted to deal with them first. Cathbad stepped forward and said, We have also received two visitors you may be aware of. Waving his hand back David stepped forward leaving a few guards that were marvelling his and his sister’s Harley’s. Careful with those! David called out. Look at them wrong and my sister will want to have a word with you
The guards immediately backed away as Trini walked up to David. Your sister’s reputation preceding her?David nodded yes, then Trini asked where Sarah was.
Over there, teaching the guards some sword techniques. David turned his attention to a ring of soldiers who were trying to land a strike against the Gold Night Ranger, but every time a guard tried to land in a strike she would dodge and counter.
Stand still wench! a Kells Soldier said trying to get an overhead slash towards Sarah. Sarah however dodged the strike and delivered a knife hand to the back of his neck. Once that guard was knocked down, two others tried to get in their strikes. Sarah reached into her jacket pocket and threw a smoke pellet on the ground. With the soldiers blinded Sarah did an overhead flip and then knocked them both down with a wheel kick.
And I haven’t even gotten around to using the sword yet. Sarah said just as a strike was about to come in from the side. Sarah had ducked this strike and her blade clashed with that who tried to get in the sneak attack. Your timing is perfect. Sarah said. You’re just in time to help me teach these greenies a new lesson.
The Kells guard wasn’t sure what was happening next, and was surprised when Sarah ducked out of the overhead strike. She and the guard then had their own little swordfight.
Sarah’s sword style was far superior to the guard’s, and soon he was disarmed. When Sarah offered her hand the guard accepted it as if signifying that he respected her abilities. However Sarah didn’t see the first guard that humiliated her charge forward like a herd of cattle. But someone else did since the first guard’s face connected with David’s fist.
You never did really know how to watch your back. David said standing over the guard. Sarah countered by saying You never really knew how to leave a bar through the door. Everyone then let out some slight laughter at Sarah’s remark, except for Deirdre who had other business to take care of.
My daughter. You have returned! Conchobar said hugging Deirdre as she walked up to him. Deirdre returned the embrace, but then withdrew. Sensing his daughter’s unease Conchobar asked, What’s wrong?
Father. There is also something else we have to discuss. Deirdre said as she brought Lara and Sara forward. Conchobar’s eyes went wide as he saw Sara before him. Cathain?
Sara had a hard time trying to discern Conchobar’s face, but when she looked carefully she could make out the face of her former love back home. Conchobar?
Aye. Conchobar had said. I cannot believe it. My wife. My love has returned. Conchobar ran to grab Sara into his arms but Sara held back as she suddenly snapped back into reality.
Whoa! I’m… I’m not Cathain. Sara explained. My name is Sara.
What? How can this be? Conchobar asked.
It’s a long story Conchobar. Perhaps we should talk about it somewhere else. Conchobar nodded and he, Deirdre, Lara and Sara followed. How do you do it? Get men to fall at your feet?
Same way you do? Sara asked. Flashy smile, wave of hair, and make sure your chest sticks out. Lara and Sara both chuckled while Deirdre wondered just what the joke was.
Not far away, David and Sarah were catching up on what was happening, and Billy noticed that Jason wasn’t with them. So where’s Jason? Billy asked.
He’s still at the base. Sarah said. Cerebros decided that it wasn’t just time to reveal himself just yet.
He may be right. T. J. said. Fortress Maximus isn’t quite needed just yet, and we don’t need to elevate the conflict anymore than it already is.
Besides I think Cerebros wants to enjoy the peace a little more. ‘ Trini added knowing how war weary the Cybertron was. Upon mentioning Cerebros an air of screams echoed throughout the air. Everyone turned to see Gront and Regar walking up. Sorry for the reception. Trini said.
I’m used to it. Regar said. I’ll just have to earn their respect is all.
Our deeds will speak volumes. Gront said as he raised his sword into the air. Our deeds will be spoken for a long time in the cause of good. Much as Sarah’s does.
Sarah? What does she have to do with this? T. J. asked.
See for yourself. Regar said as he motioned to where Sarah and Angus stood ready to face each other. Angus was itching for a fight against her hoping he could prove himself able to beat ‘a girl’. Sarah heard Angus come up from behind and say Girl, I challenge you to a duel for the honor of the Kells guards you defeated. Sarah turned around and looked at Angus. She saw his battle stance and looked like he was ready to fight and lose.
This ought to be fun to see. Rohan said. T. J. and Trini nodded knowing that it would be interesting to see Sarah and Angus fight too. Not to mention fun.
You don’t want to fight me. Sarah said. I’ll beat you.
Really? I am a Mystic Knight of Kells. I can stand up to any sorcery you have to throw. This brought Sarah’s attention forward and she said, All right, but why don’t you fight me wearing your armor? Angus thought it was a bizarre request, but nonetheless decided to grant it.
All right! EARTH BENEATH ME!!! Angus transformed into his Mystic Knight armor and he and Sarah took a spot in the center of the town. Angus went first firing rocks from his mace which Sarah dodged as she walked forward. She then went into a leg sweep knocking Angus down then poked his eyes blinding him momentarily. There were a few chuckles from those assembled and Sarah helped Angus back up.
How did you do that? Rohan asked. Was it magic?
No magic. Sarah said. His stance in battle was weak. He relied more on his mystic weapon and his fists. When I saw the weakness in his stance I was able to capitalize.
But he was able to beat many a monster. Even some of Temra’s warriors. Ivar added.
True. Sarah said. But their skills were on par with Angus’s, or even yours. They are totally unprepared for the fighting skills we possess. Any one of them could have had a hard time dealing with the skills of a ninja.
That’s reassuring. Angus said bitterly. Sarah said she was sorry, but also that it was true what she said. Look at it this way, this loss strengthens you in the way that you know what you have to do next so that you can defeat even more Temras. Angus nodded and even smiled a little. Hey Garrett, want to train a bit?
No, I have to tend to the ramparts. Temra may still attack soon. Garrett had said. Ivar agreed and decided to help. David invited Angus to teach him some basic stances in order to improve his fighting ability, along the way the conversation turned to the topic of Sarah.
Your sister is quite extraordinary. Angus had said. David nodded and added. Yeah, she’s fun loving and wins battles while I’m serious and get thrown out of bar windows.
So do you think she and I ? David was quick to answer No. and followed up the answer with a leg sweep that sent Angus down. After Angus had finished seeing stars David helped Angus up and they continued the sparring.
Rohan however had more pressing matters, namely Kells’ safety, and talked to T. J. and Billy wondering how devastating the forthcoming attack would be. Do you think Temra may attack with the metal beasts?
If I know Divatox, I’d say she’s cozying up to Maeve right now T. J. said.
Maeve is using every chance she can get to conquer Kells. Rohan added. Billy and T. J. couldn’t help but agree.
Just think of the good time Cerebros is missing. Sarah had said wondering just how Jason and his Cybertron partner were doing.
Meanwhile back at the clearing Cerebros was looking out at the forest again as Jason walked up to his partner. Enjoying the quiet?
I hope I can enjoy the peace. Cerebros said. My only wish is to never fight again.
I know that feeling. Jason said. Cerebros however turned to Jason and asked, Why did you allow yourself to return? I thought you would have enjoyed the peace the afterlife provided.
I would have if it was my time. Jason answered. Evil Q arranged it so that we all died before our time. Destiny just wasn’t finished with us I guess.
You believe there is a higher faith? Cerebros asked.
I believe there’s something out there. Jason said. Something that looks out for everyone, and we all work with it. That’s what compelled Evil Q to do what he did with our souls, and what brought Kincaid and the Night Rangers in to bring us back the rest of the way.
I’m not sure I do. Cerebros said. If there was a higher force I would ask it why he would allow so much fighting in the universe?
I don’t know Cerebros. Jason had said. I just don’t know.