Chazke Village Archived



Chazke Village is a small northern village, hidden away in deep forest and mountains. For a long time the population was tiny after Cell killed most of the people, the people even today have a strong distrust of Androids however they have a surprisingly diverse culture.

Bastion's Homecoming
The village looks almost picturesque, a light mist breaking in the morning sun as Bastion and co walk through the cover of the forest leading to the village "Sorry we couldn't fly guys, but the best scenes come on the walking trail" he gestures towards the town "welcome to Chazke, welcome to my home its a nice peaceful place i shouldn't have to say this but please keep it that way me being like this may agitate them enough so i don't want to give them another excuse ok?" Toko looks blank for a second, apparently trying to think of anyways to avoid agitating people, the first solution he comes to is to wrap his tail around his horn to cover it "I'm quite excited to see where you come from Bastion, I'll make sure not to scare anyone" he nudges Monarch "Unless Tacoman is needed" He giggles walks by the side of Bastion as they head up to the entrance.

Monarch is currently lying down in midair floating next to Toko but still moving forwards towards the village. "Dunno what you were on about I'm always flying" he says with a chuckle to Bastion. "Lovely scenic route though, there were butterflies everywhere. I look forward to see you face your demons Tinman." He turns his head to Toko "Don't worry I don't plan to cause a ruckess where it can be avoided, especially here."

Dark Majin appears out of a pink puddle that had been following Bastion and goes into a casual stroll. "It looks a bit too peaceful. Don't you think?" As he turns to look at Monarch and Toko. As he is strolling his antennae seems to be active, looking like it is searching for something.

"oh hey DM uh nice mode of transport" Bastion starts opening the gate "also a prenote most wont be happy to see me but i am kind of prepared for that" almost on cue Bastion is surrounded by warrior monks most of them demons with a few humans and 1 half breed all armed with polearms "see what i mean, don't worry about them at our level they can't do much to us."

one of the monks steps forward he is a tall and muscular demon with a very proud demeanor "so the castaway returns and it seems he sold his body to the monstrous machines" he spits on the ground in front of Bastion "at first you were an issue now you are an abomination and we wont let you set foot in here again and do what you did to your mother again"

Toko pushes through the warriors unwrapping his horn, due to the presence of other demons then lets his powerlevel rise quite happily to put people in their place. The air around Toko gains pressure letting his eyes turn black to stare the man in the face "Now mister proud. I don't think that is very appropriate do you? I THINK we ought to back down and let Bastion do as he pleases" Toko drops the pressure and returns to a normal demeanor, he put a hand on Bastions head "I'm afraid Bastion here is a good guy" he says with a smile "I hope you don't mind us joining our friend to look at his hometown" he says with a grin at the man.

Monarch still floating there, his eyes closed, forms a butterfly from his wings it flutters about "However if you do insist on keeping up with the hostilities I'd be more than happy to oblige." He smirks as the butterfly climbs higher into the air he detonates it and it causes a large explosion in the air without casuing any actual damages. "If I were you I'd let the Tinman come home, however I really hope you don't, much more fun that way"

Dark Majin begins to look around, observing the situation, until he notices one of the Demon monks giving him a weird stare. He casually walks over and begins to inspect the monk, he then pulls out a daapad from his stomach and begins to type on it. "Full Reddie, Dark Majin has never met one before-" As soon as he finishes saying that he bites into the Monk's neck and rips a bit of flesh off, smiling as he chewed on it.

Bastion looks beyond them and starts nodding his head to a beat "i think it's time to blow this scene get everybody and the stuff together ok 3 2 1 lets jam"

As soon as Bastion finishes saying this a loud shout of "YOU IDIOTS" a flash of strikes push past them all of the demons bar the one who had his neck bit are on the floor groaning in pain in the centre of them a single woman her aura literally a vortex of flames holding a training sword "ignore these idiots, go on in Bastion though i will warn you SHE is here." she looks at DM "though could you refrain from biting chunks out of people"

A blade materializes not far from Dark Majin "You are to far to flick" Toko says as the blade flies towards Dark and lops of his antenna "Bad! Stay nice!" Toko rejoins Bastion, puts an arm around his shoulder and looks towards the building. "Not gonna lie kid, I'm digging the chicks in your town" Toko looks at her, though it is unclear whether he is admiring her body or her fine Sword fighting stance "I'd like a round with her" he says not clearing anything up.

Monarch opens his eyes and looks at the girl in front of him. "Eh I've seen better." It's unclear whether he's refering to her body or her sword fighting stance. "Well now that we've shown these plebs their place shall we had on in?" He says directed at Toko and Bastion.

The part of the antennae that was sliced off begins to move towards the girl, while Dark Majin argues with Toko. "That was mean Toko, you should try and be nicer." He almost shouts at Toko, since being able to control Pure, he seems to have gained control of his facial movements in his Super form. Dark Majin's antennae crawls up the girl's shoulder and then morphs into a puddle with inlets on it. They sniff the air and then morph into a mouth. "Dark Majin must ask you a question. If Dark Majin can't bite people Dark Majin won't know what they taste like. Dark Majin needs to taste a female Reddie, so you or 'she'." Though it can be clearly seen that he is still arguing with Toko, he can talk through this 'second mouth'.

She looks at the mouth "ah you are like goomu i see, guess he isnt as unique as thought well if it will keep you from biting others then here" using a wooden sword she moves in a swift motion taking a small piece of flesh for the mouth to eat he can feel the heat from her blood and it is intense. She looks at toko and takes out a black book "another one to the list, lets hope you aren't a dissapointment you may call me Tsuname" at the side bastion sighs mouths "good luck" tsuname moves at a pace neither toko or monarch can track they feel the boken tap their cheeks and the back of their legs, they are unable to track her motions monarchs wings dissapate from being struck repeatedly she reappears looking to be thinking "not bad not bad at all perhaps i will see you later" she winks and dissapears into her shadow"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko has a big smile on his face, for the smallest instant Bastion may have felt Toko's arm leave then return, "I like her" He grabbed it as she vanished, Toko holds her sword in his other hand smiling at it, "Nice balance, fast, I like her" once again unclear if he's referring to the blade or her, quite possibly it was both "Her powerlevel is hidden but I can tell where she is, hope she knows that" He says quite loudly, with intent for her to hear him. "Now lets see the rest of your town Bastion" he says confidently.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarchs eyes shoot wide open as he falls to the floor his mask falls off his face. He covers his face and starts gasping as if he couldn't breathe and fumbles about for his mask putting it back on his face. His wings reform and he floas up to bastion and toko. "She's impressive... How on earth did she do that? Me and toko are definitely stronger than her but whatever that was was amazing. I like her. I'd like to take her on some day and see what she can do." He acts as if his outburst hadn't occurred and speaks in a calm tone.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Dark Majin seems to be chewing, even though the flesh was in his other mouth, his antennae suddenly reforms and begins searching once again. "Wow, you two are really slow, Dark Majin can easily beat that." He says casually.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"so that was tsuname the true leader of here i have to stay on her good side seeing as well me and her daughter have uh well history" he goes slightly red when he says that "also toko that isnt a sword" as he says it the sword dematerialises into a purple talisman with -feel free to keep this one, demon squire have fun learning it- written on it "now first thing i am doing is going home and dealing with that i need to do that first do you guys mind that before i show you around?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko looks at the Talisman, Then using the brief feel from the sword to materialize one of the same properties and wraps the talisman around the hilt "I'm gonna train with this later, for now yeah lets go to your home" he smiles warmly at Bastion.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks to Bastion "Yes do what you need to get done, I think I'll look around myself." He forms a large group of butterflies and they spread out along the village "I should have a lovely lay out of the village when they come back." He smirks "So is it time to face your demons Tinman?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Dark Majin stares down at Bastion. "Dark Majin wanna see the other Reddies, show the Reddies!" He says, as he quickly types into a datapad information and looks at Bastion with an excited face.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion leads them through the village most people tend to avoid being near him surrounded by this his old habit of holding his elbow returns "this is it" he leads them to a simple japenese style house that seems to have discoloration where structure was replaced he goes in "mom i'm home" before they others go in they hear a gasp and the sound of plates smashing as they enter they see Bastion stood in the main room and before him his mother bound in a wheelchair wearing a long pink kimono she has long orange hair large bright green eyes and a very soft expression she looks a lot younger than you would think she appears shocked a tea cup and plate in pieces on the floor "B-B-B-Bastion? What in the world happened to you? why do you have those hideous machines on your body" she looks confused and disturbed Bastion looks down welling up "mom w-we can get to that s-soon but i have something i must say" tears rolling down his face he drops onto his hands and knees "i'm sorry i'm so sorry i'm your son and i did this too you, its because of me you can't walk its my fault this is all my fault" his voice occasionally breaking with emotion "if you hate me i understand for what i did i deserve it, but i jsut wanted to say i was sorry that i never meant for things to be this way" She looks at Bastion shocked and clearly sad but holding back her tears she gets down from her wheelchair sitting before him "thats enough Bastion, yes you are the one who did this to me and yes i lost my ability to walk becuase of your accident" her tone seemed angry but immediately softens as she tears up but smiles "you were so scared of what you did you couldn't even look at me, no matter how much pain i suffered and no matter what punishment you may think you deserve, you have punished yourself so much more than you deserved. I may never be able to walk again but it doesnt matter i still have you" Bastion at this point has lost all control of his emotions his mother hugs him stroking his hair "It's ok Bastion its all ok, i forgive you and no matter what i am proud of you just holding you here tells me what a strong man you've become, and the worry i feel from your companions shows me the good friends you have made i am proud of you Bastion don't you ever forget that" she smiles at toko monarch and DM.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko smiles back, a bit unsure of the situation due to having no family himself, he puts a hand on Bastions shoulder "I can assure you Miss. Allara your son has grown into a great person, I met him early on when he was scared and confused, but the young man stood here before you is someone worthy of being accepted, I'm glad this situation has worked out" Toko smiles warmly, then the smile turns into his more playful self, Toko waves his hand and a Senzu bean appears "Have you ever tried this bean?" he pokes the bean into her mouth "Eat it, they can fix anything" he says smiling.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">She smiles but politely decline " i appreciate the generous offer but my body is not the issue, the mind is a harder thing to fix" she puts her hand on her wheelchair and starts to lift herself up "But if Bastion had to endure the fear and sadness of his own change i have no right to complain" she lifts herself into a standing position and lets go of the wheelchair she cant move her legs any further but she can stand "Bastion if i can stand then so can you, as you are strong the son i love wouldnt let this take him down" she offers him her hand and helps him up showing she is quite a bit shorter than Bastion "see you can do anything Bastion" she wipes away his tears "you have your fathers eyes you know, but if you are afraid or scared remember your mother is always here and she loves you"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">A tear rolls down Monarchs cheek. He mutters to himself "I swear I'll see you again, friends, family, everyone... one day I'll see you again..." He removes his mask. Tears visibly streaking down his face "We will look after your son Ma'am we care for him very much, he has already added to our lives hugely." Zucana says with a smile "It just makes me happy to see him home with his Mother who loves him so dearly." He smiles and puts his mask back on. He takes a deep breath as if that was hard for him. "I will too get home one day and see my people once again. I promise to everyone here and everyone I am going to see. I will go home."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Dark Majin, towering over everyone, walks over to Bastion's mother and leans down till he is at eye level with the woman. He sniffs the air and says, "How frail, Dark Majin is glad that slow woman gave away some of her flesh or else Dark Majin would have to try this prune." Dark Majin turns away and walks to the door, he looks disappointed with the emphasized 'she' comment by Tsuname.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastions mother looks around and smiles especially at DM "to see such concern and emotion shows me what good friends he has found, you pink gummy one you really are like goomu calling me old when i'm barely 36" she opens up a floor based cupboard "most moods of goomu's were cured by good eating and considering this outpouring happened before breakfast whats say we all eat and recompose ourselves" she takes out various cooking instruments and food.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">At the mention of food Toko immediately sat politely on a chair "Thank you very much Miss Allara!" he sits patiently, eyes ablaze with excitement for food

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion stands up drying his eyes smiling again "you guys are in for a treat, you know how i consider myself very good at cooking well mom is on another level entirely"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch smiles "Hmm now that I think on it I am starving, food would be lovely Ms Allara. I'd be happy to lend a hand in the kitchen should you need it." He glares at Dark "Have respect to the mother of your friends especially when she is so gracious to you."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Dark Majin simply looks back over at the group, then walks over to the table, he then picks ups a bowl and then uses his antennae to transform it into sweets, that overflowed in his hand, and some landed on the floor. "Frail Female, who is Goomu? Is he a Reddie?" Dark Majin says at Bastion's mother.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion's mother answers "oh yes we don't know what goomu is really but he has similarities to you, i guess if you meet him you will see" she aims this at monarch "i appreciate the offer but i can handle this task, it is my pride to be able to strive past these limitations and still attain the pinnacle of cooking perfection, just sit down and relax for a short while and the food will be ready i have seen people similar to you and i am aware of the great appetites they posses" with she gets back into her chair asking Bastion to move some of the utensils after an hour her and bastion bring out a variable feast foods from all over the world all look top notch and there are even sweeter delicacies. "eat up everyone dont be shy as food is made to be savoured"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko very politely smiles, nods gives thanks and then practically slams his face into the first bowl in front of him and starts eating, after a few moments it dawns on him to materialize a fork to eat with, he does so, then continues to eat with his hands.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch practically does the exact same as Toko as soon as food hits the table his face hit the food swallowing everything he can barely taking time to chew or breathe. Onlookers may even wonder if he can actually taste the food or if he just enjoys the sensation of having things in his mouth.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Dark Majin gives the food a hard stare before picking it up and changing it to sweets. After a few moments he makes his fingers into cutlery and begins to eat the sweets very... civilly...

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion and his mother exchange a slightly awkward glance at the sudden intensity of Monarch and Toko eating but then sit down and decide to eat themselves the food is as Bastion stated on a whole other level compared to his.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">As though taking it as a challenge Toko speeds up his eating pace stacking bowl after bowl racing with Monarch!

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch glances over to Toko and starts shoving more in and swallowing hard to take in as much as it as he could handle trying to out pace Toko. He took Toko's swallowing speed as a challenge and began to pick up the pace and show his expertise in the field.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Dark Majin watches the two speed up their eating process, after a few seconds, Dark Majin takes the entire plate and absorbs it. "Dark Majin wins." He then leans back. Full of Pride.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion and his mother both look slightly confused "uh i guess eating is a race for them? Well lets hope they at least tasted your food" she nods before continuing to eat at their own pace.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko breaths for a second clears the last of his plate and notices all of the available food is gone, "Beat ya Monarch" he chuckles "Thank you so much for the food Bastion, Miss Allara" he bows slightly, and puts a hand over the table creating several bowls of Ice-cream "I have no idea what flavor this is but it tastes nice, I always like to end with Ice-cream, consider it a gesture if you want some" Toko selects a bowl, creates a spoon and proceeds to eat it very calmly.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch is leaning back in his chair already done with his food. "Sure ya did" He chuckels. "It was a delicious meal Ms Allara thank you so much for having us." He bows he then grabs a bowl of ambiguous ice cream grabs a spoon and begins to eat.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Huh?" Dark Majin says turning to Toko and Monarch, taking 4 of his empty plates and stacking them. "Who won what?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">They both decline the icecream bastion stands up "i think i need a little air when you're done feel free to head outside and i can show you the village" as he steps towards the door he suddenly collides face first with a womans chest, Bastions mother has a look that just say oh no.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">The woman is clearly a demon with 2 large horns and long white hair she is wearing a shrine maidens uniform with a bastion lodged in her chest she has a big smirk on her face "oh look what i've caught" she hugs him in so he can't break free. All they can hear from Bastion is a mildly panicked muffled noise.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko stares at the beautiful demon then looks at Bastion "Bastion I never thought you'd stoop that low!" he says this but is quite honestly rather jealous, No need to repress this now Toko's horn begins to grow to look more impressive, "It's nice having more horned demons around" he smiles.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion just about pulls his head free "not the time toko!!" he tries to free himself but she is having non of it

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">She looks him in the eye her smirk becoming a slightly unnerving grin showing her fang like incisors "oh i'm not letting you go again, i made that mistake before" she looks at the room she then speaks with a commanding tone and sound similar to tsuname's "hello Estelle, i'll just be borrowing Bastion for a while i promise to at least return him in working order... or at least i promise to try" with that she dissapears into a shadow dragging the struggling bastion with her.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">About 100 butterflies fly in threw the window and into monarchs wings. "Oh don't worry about showing us around Bastion I've already seen it all, lovely place. So why don't you take some time to have fun with your lady friend over there" He says with a smirk he turns to Bastions mother "Who exactly was that woman who appears to be kidnapping your son?" He says laughing to himself.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Estelle is laughing awkwardly "that would be azmo, a slightly strong headed demon and hier to the mizuho clan with shall we say a strong flame in her heart for him, she would ahve taken him to the lake as she was the last person he spoke too before being cast out and the lake was where they spoke" (for monarchs butterflies there is one area beside a tree by the lake he just cant see almost like the butterfly was interfered with) "besides you can probably see them through the window" she opens it "hmm yep i was right"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Unbeknownst to Bastion, Dark Majin has placed ears and eyes on Bastion, in 'discrete' locations on his body. Meanwhile, in the Bastion Family House... "Toko, what's with the horn en~...largement? and also can you make Dark Majin some Tea, Dark Majin hasn't tried some yet!" Dark Majin says staring at Toko.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">When Dark majins mouth is open everyone can hear what his ears are picking up it is clearly Azmo speaking sounding angry "you heartless jerk why did you just run off on me?" they can hear Bastion about to speak but he is interupted by Azmo her voice shakey as it sounds like she is beginning to cry "i.... i would have ran away with you Bastion, i would have thrown this away and run with you b-but you left me here waiting" the sound of her crying is fully evident now "i-i-i wouldn't care what happened i just wanted us to be together I WOULD HAVE GIVEN ANYTHING" to DM and those looking out of the window see Bastion wipe a tear from her cheek then pulls her into a sudden deep kiss the act clearly surprising Azmo but she happily returns it afterwards afterwards in the light of the sun rising above the lake they embraces Azmo biting onto Bastions neck the next voice heard is Bastions "well i am here now and it seems you've already made your pledge" at this point what could only be described as a large blue blob emerges in from of the window blocking the view all DM can hear now is static and he can't see anything beyond the eyes on his head.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko looses interest and turns to Dark Majin, he taps his horn its almost three times its original size and somewhat darker, "Well Dark you see, it's sort of a nerves thing, I actively suppress my power and as a result it shortens my horn, so it draws less attention, but being in this village I feel rather comfortable so, well... I just let it grow I guess, It feels great to let it out like this" He smiles, then Toko materializes a steaming cup of tea on the table, "I'm guessing you'd like it sugary so that's the most sugary I could make it, Miss Allara, your son seems to have quite the lady, your town sure is full of charming women, I express gratitude again for them meal, but I'm afraid we must be off now" Toko smiles, takes her hand and kisses it gently, all impeccably out of character for him, with a devilishly charming grin on his face he wraps an arm over Monarchs shoulder and begins to walk out "Lets go get the lady killer over there"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Well that was a new side" she giggles to herself "you men your horn comes out and then its all charm and strawberry sweet talk" she waves them off "make sure to look after yourselves all of you and i am sure you would be welcome back to this village any time."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch pushes Tokos arm off him grabs him by the horn and throws him out the door. "Thank you very much for having us Ms Allara we'd be happy to come again if you would have us." He bows and smiles. He then grabs Dark and proceeds to throw him out the door as well before walking out himself and flying over the house to where Bastion and his lady friend are stood. "huh this is new don't remember my butterflies showing me this place...." he has a perplexed look on his face.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko looks up at Monarch "Wow Monarch you grabbed a mans horn and roughed me around... Whew if I went that way I'd be rather flustered you sweety" Toko winks at Monarch

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Dark Majin walks over to the blue goo and eats a piece, he then writes in the datapad. He then holds his hand just in front of the blue goo... and fires a energy wave directly into it.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">The goo lets out a little whine releasing a large amount of steam propelling itself so that the energy wave wont hit anything in the village the goo scatters and reforms into a large fat blue majin wearing frames but with no lenses. "me goomu, who you? why you fire things at goomu?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko watches the two Majins at a stand off "Dark, I know how you will react, but how about we keep damages to a minimum we like this town" Toko materializes some very nice looking sweets in his hand "If we don't destroy too much I will give you all of these and more, you know how nice my demon sweets are, and Blue you behave and you get some too" He doubles the sweets load "Dark, Blue you both understand how good sweets are yes?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Goomu fully reforms he is wearing a tank top that doesnt fit him "goomu make yummies too" he attempts to conjure sweets a kitchen sink materialises goomu looks confused "why can goomu never do... anyway you go say ba-boy he down by the lake with azmo-mo me take you there" his legs inflate and shape like space hoppers he bounces towards the lake DM notices he is holding his data pad his antenea connected like a USB he sends it back to DM with the message "goomu sorry he interupt goomu not sure what he was messing with".

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion and Azmo laid down watching the sunrise Azmo is still sobbing due to the intensity of the emotions she expressed Bastion notices Monarch "ah i wondered who would come check up on me first, sorry about that Azmo kind of had some things to say too me"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks rather distraught at the blue blob bouncing along "Oh for the love of Vegeta, there's two of them... I thought it was bad enough with Dark... At least this one seems comical." He face palms and emits a large sigh. "Well I guess we best follow him" He shouts to Toko before flying after Goomu.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Oi, You!" Dark Majin shouts st Goomu, "Dark Majin isn't finshed yet!" Dark Majin holds both of his hands above his head, palms facing inwards, then ki begins to form in between his hands. Dark Majin then grins as the energy becomes the size of a head. "Eat this, Taint Gooey!" Dark Majin says as he throws the planet burst at Goomu.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Goomu turns a big grin on his face "YAY present for Goomu GOO GOO GOO GOO" he inhales swallowing the blast expanding his stomach to hold it in interestingly it moves to his head causing it to inflate making him look kind of like a bobble head.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Dark Majin, who had activated Rage Second, appeared in front of Goomu. Dark Majin then thrust his hand forward, but left a small gap between his hand and Goomu's stomach. Dark Majin looked up with a Sadistic smile and said, "Majin Combat... Instability!" Then aura from Dark flew onto Goomu and formed on Goomu's back. A second later a shockwave appeared out of Goomu's back and Dark's arm was also hit by a counter-shockwave, damaging his arm.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko sighs "Well I let you have a chance Darkl" Toko quickly warps in close to dark with a sword in hand he moves past him in a single motion, cuts of both arms and a leg and violently flicks Darks antenna "Bad Majin Naughty Dark!" Several energy blades appear, strike dark and pin him to the ground, then materializes a lot of sweets and allows them to drop into Dark's mouth "Here stay still, eat these and cool off now, I know you have trouble in social situations, but that was wrong, when you apologies, you do that by saying sorry I will think about taking you out and helping you find new things to get data on okay?" Toko pats the limbless majin on the head gently.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch floats down to Dark. "Now now. These people have been so kind to invite us into their village and have been so warm to us and this is how you repay them?" He sighs and places his palm on Darks chest when he removes it a glowing black and red butterfly is on Darks chest. Dark can feel what little energy he has left being sapped out of him. "I can't have you being rude to our hosts so I'm going to shut you down for a while." Monarch places his palm over th butterfly and when he removes it, it's gone. "Normally that would continue to sap until you were dead but this should suffice no need for anymore violence here." Dark falls to the floor to regain his energy as Monarch flies to where Bastion supposedly is.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Dark Majin pants heavily, keeping his eyes closed, seemingly in pain.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">As monarch gets close to where Bastion and Azmo lay he sees a thin web of blue goo charged with ki energy it would seem some of his butterflies couldnt quite pass through it. Azmo is layed on Bastions chest seemingly asleep Bastion upon noticing monarch quietly goes shh.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch hovers close to the ground and moves close to Bastion and sits down leaning on a nearby tree. "Well that explains why my butterflies didn't see this place." He looks around "Gorgeous place you've got here absoultely stunning." He smiles and the sun shines off his eyes making his newly coloured eyes more apparent. "Who knew you had a girlfriend then. You certainly kept it hush hush. Looks like the Tinman has a heart after all." He says looking happily at the pair.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">A small whimper is heard from behind Monarch, Toko can be seen stuck in the blue webbing "Guys I'm trying real hard to be all quite and sensitive but this is really difficult" Black energy swords start to form in rather large numbers as Toko powers up, "I'm unsure how I even got in here" the blades begin cutting him out, but Toko continues to struggle resulting in him somehow getting more tangled. "Awwww"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Dark Majin's arms begin to twitch while his legs reattach to his body. Dark Majin is still panting heavily aswell.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">From the lake many blue orbs emerge and form together rebuilding goomu "that power impress goomu if goomu not split goomu may die.... give moment for goomu" he runs his hand over his face pushing his glasses off his face gaining definition his top splits and starts slipping down slowly as he gains muscles and tone his voice changing to a much camper tone (think YGO abridged pegasis) "well well what do we have here did you get snared in my web demon boy" he runs his finger over his cheek "hmm that horn is new oh how i love the flies this web may trap i could just eat them up" he glances at monarch giving a strange look "but how i would love to savour a monarch butterfly"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion face palms "yeah this is goomu and yeah monarch can't deny the view, also me and azmo it is a bit more complicated than that" as he turns to face them a mark looking like 2 demon tails crossing an weaving into a heart shape with a gem in the centre is left where Azmo bit her"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch turns to face Goomu "Yeah no. You're welcome to have these ones though." He releases a swarm of monarch butterflies all landing on Goomu begining to drain his energy. He turns back to True. "So who is she then? And what's with the mark on your neck. Can't say I've seen it before." He completely blanks Toko.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko finally cuts himself free of the web takes a step and is pulled back by some web stuck holding his horn "Gosh darn it" he grumbles, then stands up and faces Goomu "So Blue can do the 'get smart' mode too" He flicks Goomu's antenna like he does to Dark, "I'm afraid I'm a little hard to snare... uh ensnare? Anyway I wonder if you would taste the same as Dark" Toko goes into a deep thought the swords cut the web on his horn.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Goomu smirks "oh i love it when they are so direct with me, and i am done this has been fun tell that majin i won't innitiate any animosity with him. I do quite enjoy the peace and tranquility" he reverts to base form the butterflies pushed away "goomu had fun it nice meeting you" he goes to bastion "con gratty ba-boy" he offers a hug when bastion hugs back Goomu squeeks like a squeeky toy before shaping himself into a boat and sailing off on the lake.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"the kids love that guy" Bastion sits up carefully so as not to wake Azmo "monarch this is a pledge scar certian demons can essentially make a pledge to the one they love in the form of this mark, it is unique to the demon who makes it. To put its purpose clear its like saying you are the one i wish to give my heart too and it is a one time only thing."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch glares at Goomu with his expressionless eyes as the butterflies fly back to his wings. "I'm not a huge fan. Though I can see the appeal of a big blue idiot." He smirks and turns to Bastion "So it's sort of like a wedding ring then? Hmm. Well good for you. I personally haven't met a female that peaks my curiosity yet but then again there are very few people that can live up to me." He smirks. "I hope you're happy with her Bastion. Love is a great thing, though I can't say I remember what it feels like..." He runs his hand along his mask and looks around to take in the view. "I'm happy you brought me with you today Bastion. This is a beautiful place." He smiles.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko slightly red opens his mouth as to say something sweet however a burst of fire streams out, after coughing a few times he manages to regain speech a bit of smoke coming out as he talks "Sorry that happens sometimes" he says still red, he turns to Monarch, the devilish grin back on his face "Hey Zuzu if you're feeling a bit lovey dovey we both know I'm up to your standards" The tip of his horn gains a hot red colour "Maybe not as nice as a bite but I'm a similar breed of demon, I leave a mark with my horn" he winks at Monarch, the realizes his tail is on fire and starts to prance around.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion smiles "at least its never dull with you guys now just watch, this is something that gets me nostalgic." they hear a bell ringing from a small building across the lake they hear the sound of childrens laughter as they see the goomu ship ferrying around 20 children across the lake to the school all look to be having fun pulling a chain letting off majin steam as a whistle before dropping them off at the school house where many female demons and 1 male demon stand in smart clothing. "i remember riding the goomu ship as a kid it was fun"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch smiles "Yeah... I can definitely see his appeal." Monarch lets a huge swarm of butterflies out of his wings and sends them flying towards the Goomu boat. As they glisten in the sunlight and reflect off the water they swirl and twist creating what's practically a dance routine in the sky for the kids. He finishes it off by having them swirl around the boat at a high speed getting higher and higher before bursting and showering beautiful blue dust to the lake. He turns to Toko "Sorry hun I'm not interested. Right now there's nothing I'd rather be doing. And I don't think at any point no matter what I'm doing I'd rather be doing you." He smirks. "Must be good to be back home huh Bastion. With your friends and family you haven't seen in so long. Especially when you left a place as nice as this." Monarch smiles at Bastion.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko puts a hand out, in a burst of smoke Toko is covered then as a theme plays from who knows where Tacoman struts out of the smoke and bounds across the lake and stops floating next to the boat he does a few poses for the children, he leans down to an excited looking kid and shakes his hand, while holding his hand there is a small flash, revealing some sweets created in the child hand "Hello children!" Tacoman declares "I myself did not go to a school! But always remember winners stay in school!" He declares as he creates Ice Cream cones and hands them out, he flies upwards "And remember! Always stay on the PATH OF RIGHTFULNESS!" he poses above the boat and watches the boat sail past.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion fumbles around in his bag and pulls out an umbrella and opens it infront of himself and Azmo. Goomu speaks almost like from a loud speaker "kids it seems we have been visited from the monarch and tacoman 2 legends in their own right (his antennae has internet access so he knows) buuuuuuuuuuuut i think we can take them on" on the side of the boat he forms many water guns connected to the lake each of the kids gets on one and playfully starts firing at taco and monarch the ones aiming at monarch have impressive range they continue till they get to the other side. Bastion is protected due to the umbrella.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"hehehe. Well this should be fun." Monarch has a huge grin on his face. "I'd hate to get my mask wet but this is worth it." He flies up above the lake. "DO YOU REALLY THINK YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO TAKE ON THE MIGHT OF MONARCH! I AM THE MOST FEARSOME BEING ON THE PLANET!" He forms a line of butterflies sending them deep under water and makes them explode causing a huge splash getting everyone but Him and Bastion wet. "SHOW ME WHAT YOU'RE MADE OF FOOLS! HA HA HA HAAAAAAAAA!"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Tacoman smiles he gets hit by a steam of water "ARGHH YOU GOT ME" Tacoman dramatically flops into the water. then burst up behind Goomu causing a huge wave of water "You'll have to hit me more to beat THE HERO OF RIGHTFULNESS! Me and my arch-Rival Monarch will put aside our differences to beat you!" He declare dropping small sword-ish shaped water on the kids!

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Goomu starts gathering something together it is building slowly "we have one chance kids we have to all work together to vanquish these great foes and save our village" the gum forms into a stupidly large cannon with the water guns connecting "everyone concentrate into the canon then we will fire" the kids fill the canon with water some making little names for the attack before all shouting FIRE the cannon launches a huge jetstream of water directly at tacoman and monarch.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch screams "NO WATER MY ONE WEAKNESS!" as the huge blast hits him he dramatically falls in the water causing a huge splash. He washes up on shore his mask off his face to the side of him. He appears to be playing dead to keep up the act.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"NOOOOOO MONARCH! ALTHOUGH YOU WERE MY RIVAL!-" He gets hit by the water and lands on the shore "You... were.. also my FRIEEEEEND!" he declares dramatically! Tacoman stands up and picks up the mask and monarch "HEAD MY WORDS YOU DASTARDLY HEROES! I'LL BE BACK!" He says trying hard not to laugh at the fun then he scampers away.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">With that a resounding cheer rings out from the kids who rush eagerly to the school once they hit land no doubt to share with the teachers and friends what happened, for today began the legend of the childrens victory against the dastardly forces of tacoman and monarch.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion and the now awake Azmo stand over Monarch "The kids are in so you can get up now, gotta admit though that was a fun watch you two definitely had fun there"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Zucana gets up and opens his eyes. Now unobstructed his eyes now the colour of rotten river water can now be seen without difficulty. "Hehehe yeah that was great fun I love seeing kids like that happy. I bet it made those kids day. Wait..." He feels his face. "Where's my face!" Monarch powers up to super Saiyan "WHERE THE HELL IS MY FACE WHO HAS IT?! GIVE ME IT BACK!"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Tacoman from behind Monarch lowers the mask over him and puts the mask on Monarchs face "Boop, there now stop throwing a tantrum" Tacoman burst into smoke and Toko steps out "Jeez that was fun, kids are awesome, sometimes its great to be Tacoman" he eats a left over sweet. and offers some out to his friends.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion and Azmo both take one giving each other theirs "this was nice it wasn't about fighting, it wasn't about anything serious it was fun. It was also the most normal i have ever seen you two and that is not a word i readily use to describe you two." he puts his arms round them "i love you guys never a dull moment, also those eyes Monarch, have you found yourself a new power?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">At this point Tsuname emerges from Azmo's shadow wearing her battle garb a combination of custom leather armor with a shinobi robe inspired design including a large red sash "its time for your training Azmo, can't let Bastion out pace you now can we?" Azmo removes her shrine maiden dress to reveal a similar battle garb under it "ok grandma, nice meeting you guys good work with the kids i am sure that will keep them happy for a good few days. Bastion i know you wont be staying here for long so remember i will always be there even if my body is not" she taps the pledge scar smiles and dissapears into Bastions shadow Tsuname bows and dissapears into her own.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko looks stunned at the sight "oh my" The moment Tsuname leaves his mouth drops open, a barely audible cough causes a small explosion of flames to streak out. His face turns red.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch takes a deep breath. "Thanks I was worried there." He punches Toko softly on the arm. "Looks like someones got a crush and it ain't me and Bastions spoken for." Monarch turns to Bastion "Oh you mean their new colour? Yes it's odd it just sort of happened I had been working on improving my power over ki and then my eyes change, and my wings have been a lot stronger recently as well however my body seems to have become frailer as a result its odd almost as if I'm taking on qualities of a butterfly. I've also started seeing the world at a much slower pace like a butterfly it's rather surreal but useful in a fight and it makes moments like this last that much longer." He smiles at the pair of them

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion lets out a long exhale "man what a day so much done and it isnt even lunch time yet" He playfully nudges Toko."Also what's this Toko could it be you do have more than jsut that innocence swimming around in your head?" he laughs "you know what maybe we should go check out the shrine, i think toko would enjoy meeting the warrior demon sect, plus i think i need to go pray for my father as it has been several years since i last did"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko opens his mouth to say no in protest but as he did some flames spilled out "S...She just is cool with swords and traditional gear y'know Rhoko raised me to respect that kinda stuff that's all!" at the thought of the shrine Toko starts to go red again "Lets... uh... focus on Zuzu or uh robots or food or something"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch smirks and pulls a cookie from his pocket "Hmm you want to focus on me and food huh? Well I'm going to the shrine and I'm taking this cookie with me so I'm assuming you're coming as well?" He chuckles to himself "C'mon Tinman lets take lover boy to the shrine"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion leads them towards the shrine "hmm i wonder if Tsuname and Azmo will be training in the eclipse room" he thinks in about an hour we could probably watch, it is quite a spectacle as i am sure you are both aware from her demonstration" he leads them too a temple it is a traditional japanese shinto shrine Toko feels oddly invigorated like his demon side is resonating with something in the temple.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko tries to focus on the cookie, he knows full well he could make his own, but that wasn't the point, he wanted that one. The feeling is something he is familiar with, the high presence of demons draws his attention. The horn shrinks to its common small size and his tail wraps tightly around his waist. he closes his human eye. "Urg, I don't feel great, old habits" he looks pale and uneasy.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks around "Well this is certainly something. I like it. Very chic." He looks to the uneasy Toko. "Toko catch." He throws the cookie at Toko "Eat it. It'll help you feel better, cookies are always able to make people feel better." He smiles at hime.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">As they approach the shrine they can see various 1 on 1 battles some using weapons ranging from blades to bo staffs some using martial arts, they are mostly demon but a few humans are scattered about they are also mostly female but there seems to be more males here than was seen anywhere else in the village. They are dressed in a similar attire to shaolin monks. Bastion notices toko's unnease "you ok man? you don't look too good and i dont think i have ever seen you not look too good?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko lightly nibbles the cookie "I... Demons, too many, not sure..." Toko begins to still his presence, almost trying to disappear, while his usual self could manage this he cannot right now and mutters very quietly "I could have just killed them and it'd have been fine" The unusual purple sparks start to form around him, to answer this Toko quite bluntly sits on the floor closes his eyes and begins eating the cookie and many more promptly, the purple vanishes however he still looks a bit nervous.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks around "Hmm considering the average powerlevel for the rest of this planet these warriors are considerably strong. It's rather odd, demons certainly are powerful beings it must be said." He looks down to toko "You may want to keep that under control. If it gets out of hand me and Bastion will have to take you down. You okay though? Plenty more cookies if you need them"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">They hear a slight giggle and then Tokos shadow expands eventually toko Bastion and Monarch sink into it in transit monarchs slower vision pace allows him to see several women clad in the battle garbs moving them they all emerge in a ceramonial battle ground monarch and bastion in a viewing area toko in the centre Tsuname stood before him holding a blade which hilt seems to constrict her arm "interesting power you showed there demon squire you have piqued my interest, now i know that was nerves and i saw how you reacted to combat so i am here too hmm how to say it" She smirks and licks her lips "loosen you up with a little bit of combat"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko almost immediately regains a playful look, the horn expands and his tail looses as he spins drawing a sword, in flash clashing it with Tsuname, "Nothing like a beautiful sword wielder to brighten someones day" with that said both of them begin dueling in a fast combo, the perfect sword swings almost looking like a dance "You're sword is certainly a nice one, like the ones I use it clearly isn't made from usual methods" Toko moves far faster than her and comes behind her, using one arm to pin her wielding against her chest and his sword to her throat "You let your guard down, I'm used to handling three swords at once, at high speeds, you may want to adjust your guard" She breaks his hold and they return to a faster pace of fighting, they soon clash and enter a stalemate "We're both holding back, I'd enjoy fighting you for real someday, The names Toko by the way" Toko taps his horn to hers, it makes a nice noise "The interest is mutual"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"hmm not bad, i see it is innapropriate to call you a squire now toko however" as soon as toko moves he feels the tip of a blade at the back of his neck her blade was run up his shoulder and to his neck he geels it recoil back to its orginal state "sometimes a dropped guard can be a weapon as well, however i will say you are a skilled swordsman. Whoever taught you must have know their stuff" she effortlessly slips under him but for a brief moment ots almost skin to skin "you've gone up in my estimations toko lets see where you can take them"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch quietly nudges bastion and whispers to him "Shall we leave. Give him some privacy to show off his moves." He chuckles to himself and bites his cookie. "C'mon." He whispers and starts flying off back towards the lake.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko disintegrates the sword while acting as though he was sheathing it in the real, already in use, sheath. "Seems as though my friends are about ready to leave, on a swordmans word, I vow to see your sword again" Toko then uses a small blade and cuts of the tip of his horn, it grows back immediately, he loops a small amount of string through the piece to make a necklace and puts the tip of it into his hand drawing a small amount of blood onto it, "Hopefully you know what this means, its nothing like lover-boys mark over there but its important" he puts it around her neck. Then turns his back to her as though to walk over to Bastiona and Monarch.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Hmm a bold move" she smirks her blade moves of its own accord severing the tip of her horn int 2 pieces that then draw blood from her hand instead of string she uses one of the silk sashes from her hair and completes the ritual "i didn't know you were into this sort of thing, but i will accept i just hope you can prepare for either result but i look forward to being able to fight you in earnest" she give a slightly devilish grin as she licks the blood from her palm "yes i look forward to your display toko dont let me down"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks to Toko "No no Toko you can stay here for a bit if you're enjoying yourself, take in the scenery. This place just doesn't interest me I'm quite content sitting by the lake for a while longer so by all means stay here and enjoy yourself with company that isn't me Tinman or the blob of gum for once" He winks at him and turns to Bastion "It's up to you what you want to do Tinman I'm just gonna sit by the lake, I enjoy looking out over the water. Feel free to do whatever needs doing now that you're finally home me and Toko have things to take up out time" He procedes to fly down to the lake

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion waves him off "i haven't seen monarch this calm in a long time i guess it is the perk of such a peaceful places" he nudges toko "so got a flame for my future grandmother eh?" he laughs "well knowing you it will be way more innocent than it seems..... you like women who can fight don't you? i can relate growing up with women way stronger than me left me in a simillar state" he pats toko's shoulder "well good luck its hard to tame a demon like her, anyway i am going to get my clothes fixed up feel free to enjoy this village you can relax you can fight or you can continue that strawberry sweet talk." he heads back home.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko, while wanting to stay,, is uncertain about staying in a highly demon populated area alone, he starts to walk with Bastion "Well you see, the necklaces are kind of a parting gift it would be rude to stay, plus I don't know if you feel it but something is brewing, I feel we may be called away soon, and I want to ask you who I would talk to about placing a home here, if I survive what is coming it would be nice to have a place to come back too... I think it's time I leave the desert for a bit, Rhoko would understand"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"well tsuname is in charge of stuff like that so i doubt you will have any issues, and i doubt he would mind you moving up in the world especially seeing as it suites you minus the whole demon thing. Who knows maybe it will help you get closer to who you really are, many demons here are displaced or couldnt quite handle living in a demon's world" he stretches "But in seriousness i know what you mean there is a calm snd it signals the coming of a storm and i wouldnt be surprised if it sweeps us up" from this sombre tone he goes happy again "thats why we gotta enjoy these fun days it isnt often we get ot relax like this."

Broken beaten and hungry: the trios triumphant return.
<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion arrives on the outskirts of Chazke village it is close to sunrise the sound of a rooster can be heard going cockadoodlydingdong "well goomu is awake it seems right the guys should be here soon" he rests against the town gates arms behind his shoulders.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">A butterfly lands on bastions nose. He looks up and sees Monarch lying down floating just above the gates. "Morning Tinman."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">A small gathering of children... And some adults have appeared around an out of place rock, some may notice this as a rebuild of 'Toko's Rock' A beam of sun hits the rock, from a hoe in the top out burst Toko "Breakfast time!" a large amount of sweets materialize in the air an rain onto the crowd. Then Toko looks over to the entrance "Guys HI!" He waves with his stump hand.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion sighs "when did he build that hole or is that where you punched him through Mornarch?" he walks towards the gate "so what have you been up to since richter unceremoniously turned you down?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch laughs "It's probably where I smashed the hole" He smirks "Not much just been hanging around the lake not many people come down there, it's quite peaceful but it's always more fun with company." He smiles at Bastion.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko hangs out of the window/hole/door "I even have a bed in here!" Toko hops out, he looks different, the Horn is large in its natural state. The Saiyan blue clothes are gone replaced by black combats, and a black shirt. The biggest spend is a nice long open leather jacket, Toko struts forward swinging a sword in his good hand, the stump is covered by a bandage. "It's been a while huh? Hows it going?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"going good though if Azmo knew you were here your ass would be kicked royally, as she is a little sore over the incident almost as much as the hole in her palm" he rolls his eyes "she doesnt seem to get that the stump business probably tops that slightly"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks over Toko. "I know I haven't seen you since baby Sheena was born but what the hell happened to you? I'm not a fan of the new style and what happened to your hand? Also what did you do to Azmo?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko smiles "Well Bastion I could cut Rightie of for her but i'd need ... A hand!" Toko turns to Monarch "I think we all need a style change huh dusty, I it cut off and tried to kill her, quite violently I might add, and shoved a bladed glass rose through her hand" Toko takes a breath "I am yet to see her, surprising due to the large amount of attention i'm drawing but I haven't headed up to the temple yet, been waiting for you Bastion"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"you could have told me you know these augments get good wifi" he turns to monarch "after that busines on symphonia reform i was feeling pretty cut up, you'd gone a lot colder in your actions. Sheena blames being half human and by extension me on a lot of her problems and decided running away from home and cutting all ties with me was the way to go. also after i fought moeru i have been changing and i was scared of losing what made me human so i decided to challenge toko to a fight to show him how much better i have gotten since meeting you guys, i also hoped it would help cheer me up a bit" he sighs "i kind of drove toko to the brink and his other side kicked in mid fight exclaiming loudly how he hates androids and in my messed up state i just crackedi managed to defeat toko and fled wanting to be with Azmo as at that point i felt like she was the only person i could turn too" he looks to both of them "and for that i am sorry i know i should have talked maybe not tried to soldier on alone but the way my mind played it i jsut couldnt i guess i almost gave up and then you can see the results of how toko managed to jsut about pull me back"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Hmm, colder? I wouldn't say I got colder... I think what happened is you got stronger. That's what really changed. I can barely keep up with you now and you have no idea how much it ticks me off, same with that goof." He gestures to Toko "As for the change in style Toko Saiyan Armour is never out of fashion."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Meh it was tacky, considering I have to rebuild the Tacoman costume I decided for an overhaul" Toko leans, a blade materializing in the ground under his elbow to prop him up, also pizza "Sorry about good 'ol that guy, I think I've put him to rest" Toko waves his stump around "Its so strange not having fingers, you guys should try it"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"least you only lost your hand you try finding shoes that fit these android feet" he gives tokos new look a view "not too bad considering your sense of style, i also had the strange moment of witnessing a death that was well something i thought we had passed since the assualt on glanzende ziet" he starts walking towards the temple "also monarch dont forget what i said i am strong but i got help you are fighting on strength and pride alone meaning when you hit your pinnicle it will be all the more impressive for its challenge"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Saiyan armour is cool." Monarch smirks. "Oooo who died and who killed them? Give me all the gossip. I know it will Bastion, I am more powerful than you could possibly imagine." He floats towards thee tmeple.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko walks with them, spinning one blade in hand and the other floating along behind him, he cracks his neck "Guess I should prepare to talk to Azmo now, if only she wasn't taken I would just charm my way out of this, ah well" the floating sword carrying the pizza slice comes up to Toko allowing him to take a bite.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"dont worry toko azmo isntmay not be here she may be pulling a shift at the eternal rest or not i dont know, monarch it was someone called Tundra Galatin and the person he killed in battle was called kohuki" as they get near the temple the normal training regiment is out "hows your demon anxiety coming along toko?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks as if he is thinking for a second. "Hmm Galatin... rings a bell for some reason. Ah well. I kinda hope Azmo is here, not only is she a lovely person I enjoy chatting with but I REALLY want to see her kick Toko's teeth in." He smirks.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"uh yeah i will admit i am morbidly interested in what Azmo can do its been a long time since she has given it her all it would be interesting to see what the second highest clanswoman can do" he puts his hand on toko's shoulder "have fun with this one" he opens the door to the training ground "you first buddy"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Oh I'll have fun" Toko turns and looks at both Bastion and Monarch, he closes his eyes for a second "I'll show them a PARTY" Toko opens his eyes, both jet black not even red pupils can be seen he grins wildly showing of sharp fanged teeth,"BOOM!" he shout kicking the door further open, he steps in, a blade hits the door behind him, the two outside hear Toko laugh and the sound of fighting inside.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"wait why are we standing around we dont want ot miss the party now do we" He opens the door to see whats going on"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks somewhat concerned. "What the hell happened to him? You saw his eyes right, I've been on the wrong side of those before we need to stop him doing something stupid. This new personality really doesn't suit him. Same as his new look." Monarch rushes into the training ground ready to stop Toko doing anything stupid if necassary.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">The two enter to see a bit of a mess, Toko is stood in the center of the grounds, broken weapons lie around as well as significant damage to the walls and floors, 6 rather large male demons are all pinned to different places by blades in their clothing, uninjured aside from slight scratches on each cheek and a glass rose balancing on their noses. Toko waves at Bastion and Monarch with his stump arm, a rose poking out of the bandages. "Me and the guys have a deal, if any of these six can land a scratch on my cheek they all get pizza and a party, but they all suck a few weeks now and not one has got me, Bobo" he points to a greenish demon "has literally attacked me in my sleep, I ate his pizza in front of him" Toko's eyes are still black and by all means he looks like the Psycho form, but he is oddly relaxed leaning on a blade in the ground.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">2 large wooden cylinders land both with large japenese symbols land at both sides of the training grounds Monarch and bastion cannot move any closer "Ah good you are finally here toko " A gathering of raven feathers appears in the centre slowly forming Azmo's shape like a shifting shadow before she draws her hand down in a swift motion causing the feathers to burst out sliceing any swords it comes into contact with the shield physically jolts to hold them away "Azaka Kimidake hold the line" they respond in synch with "yes ma'am" she takes a single obsidian feather and draws out a long barbed whip and a wakizashi "so Toko ready to settle this?" she says giving him a second to prepare then rushing him using the openings of the whip to strike with the blade"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch smirks and turns to Bastion. "Now this should be a show." He shouts out. "Taking bets! My moneys on Azmo. GOOD LUCK AZMO KICK HIS ASS!"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko smirks and closes his eyes, then moves to the left dodging her and carving "TO" into Azaka then moving and carving "KO" onto Kimidake, he turns and faces Azmo as she attacks, as the blade comes down the bandages on Toko's arm fall off, the rose twists and begins to change shape, shortly a cybernetic hand takes place over Toko's stump, it finishes forming just as he uses it to stop the blade, Toko looks at Azmo, a bruise still on her head from his attack, and signs of the hole in her hand, for a moment he looks regretful, then he does a kick flip, disarming Azmo's blade, more blades pin the whips down. Then Toko moves in close grabbing her and moving her like a dance. "Hey Azmo, I wanted to apologize, a hand for a hand? This was a sign to Bastion, I cut it off to prove something to him, and now I'm stuck with robotic parts myself, it was also a sorry for what I did to you, and prevention for it ever happening again" he opens his eyes, they are still black Toko forces Azmo back with a floating sword then grabs the cybernetic wrist and twists it, it cracks and looks painful, his eyes briefly turn normal, "No more crazy" he struts with a rose in his mouth and bows "100% awesome, pizza?" where he held a blade there is now some pizza being offered up to her.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"huh cute you don't think it would be that easy now did you?" she smiles as she drifts through the sword and brushes her hand over is cheek "self sacrifice that sounds just like you but the mist raven isnt so easily sedated" the weapons disperse into feathers that slice the swords into piece like they were butter they also pick up the pizza keeping it clear as the feathers turn blood red and gather around toko he can feel a deep malice involved they lock under his limbs preventing him from moving "are you prepared to recieve your punishment?" they start vibrating causing an instictive tickling reflex in toko Azmo laughs with him tapping his nose as the feathers and shield disperse "you're forgiven you strange person"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch walks up to them. "No fun I was expecting an exciting fight. Ah well we all know who would of won." He smirks. "So Toko..." He says staring into his pitch black soulless eyes as if he were staring into the void with his rotten pink soulless eyes which are endless like the void. "When did this all occur and do you have contril over it? For obvious reasons I'm not too trusting of it. Last time I saw it you were crazier than me it gave me great pleasure to see how broken I made you though it doesn't suit you."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko suppresses giggling from the tickling, however some slight fire does escape from his mouth, he responds to Monarch first "If you keep staring at me like that I'm gonna think you're crushing on me buttercup" Toko balances a glass rose on Monarchs nose "Lets just say I sliced off my hand and it looked cool" Toko cracks his wrist, it sounds unpleasant "And maybe I still am crazy but now I'm more dangerous for hiding it" he winks at Monarch, Toko leans back and puts an arm over Azmo "Lover-bot over there might want some attention, can't have him thinking I'm getting it all"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Azmo has a mildly perverse smirk on her face "mmmm yes i think lover-bot can get plenty of attention now" she licks her lips "i'll leave you two to patch up your little lovers tiff eh come on lover-bot" she grabs his arm and drags him away dissapearing on a burst of raven feathers"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Hmm. It may be dangerous hiding it, but maybe it's better that way. You're not the Toko I wanted to beat, you're pathetic. You used to go on about being nothing like me and not being bad at heart. I guess I was right. I feel strange disappointment in saying that. Rhoko would be very disappointed Toko, you've changed and not for the better there'd be no satisfaction in beating you like this." Monarch turns and flies away without a second thought.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko smiles "Hahaha, you need to chill out Zuzu, I'm more in control than I ever have been" Toko throws a sword from his mouth, with a message in it passing Monarchs sight 'You couldn't beat me anyway' He cracks his wrist, "Rhoko is a-okay thank you" he mutters to himself.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">A couple of hours later Bastion returns looking a bit tired and his clothes a bit messed and what appear to be claw markd in a few points of them "well that was uh well that happened" he notices monarch isnt there "huh did you and monarch have a fight while i was uh occupied"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko stands in the middle of some 20 warriors on the floor they are all out of breath, "Not even one won pizza" Toko turns and walks to Bastion "someone had fun huh, probably beat more demon than I did here" Toko starts fiddling with some metal parts of his hand "I have no idea how this thing works..." he mutters, giving up and cracking his wrist.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Azmo gets uh how should i say it hmm passionate after a fight she tends to drag me places and we have a match of our own always finished with an embrace" he is slightly red at how openly he just said that "i suppose its the perks of the added endurance of these parts give she usually ends up getting a good fight anyway if you had a spat with monarch he'll be down by the lake it seems like his spot for solitude"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"He seems mad with me, lord knows why" Toko grins, showing the fangs "I'm sure bugging him is the best cure for that" Toko picks up one sword to spin around, the rest disintegrate as he walks away "Better look next time kids, Bobo how about no more sleep assaults?" Toko waves "I'm gonna nip home, go on without me I'll catch up"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion waves toko off "ok have fun with whatever you're doing i guess i'll see you later" he heads off towards the lake "Hey monarch, you and toko have an arguement or something as he seems to think you are angry at him"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch turns to face True "I'm not angry with him were I angry at him I would of punched him. I'm somewhat disappointed with him, turns out he's not the great noble warrior I took him to be. A shame really. How went your excursions with Azmo?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"it was uh yes" he sits down "well i suppose i can see where you are coming from but i suppose you have know toko a lot longer than i am and i suppose i didnt know him all that well when you uh broke him" he looks at his android hand "man its been so long since all this started where did the time go"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch smirks "Glad to hear you've had a good time" His face then goes serious. "Yeah... he's changed and not for the better. He used to be much muchier. He's lost his muchness. No he's this, he's not even worth my time now. The Toko who stands before us isn't honourable, isn't caring and compassionate. He's become like me, something he swore to me he'd never do. I've lost all respect for him. His master would be very disappointed."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Two arms thump over Monarch " 'As long as a man has his morals and kindness he is a good man no matter how rough, live by these words and by the sword and you won't fall from your rightful path and remember to always take time for the ladies' " Toko smiles "These are the words I was raised with, to live well and happy. No matter how bad I've always seen the good in you, in all people, I'm offended Zuzu, that you dismiss me but more than that claim to know the intentions of a man you could never know" Toko cracks his wrist, "I have no doubt in my mind that the day I fall of this path would be the day I decide you or anyone else can't be saved" Toko places a glass rose in Monarchs hand, then turns around and heads to the lake water.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch crushes the glass rose. "I've never needed saving, you however are one traumatic event away from being a crazed psychopath and I don't live by the same morals you do. When that time comes I won't even hesitate. Somethings changed about you Toko and I don't trust it. In the past few years you've lost your muchness I'm afraid. I shan't be staying in this village, I think I will resume living on Mobius if it's all the same with you two."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"well if that is what your mind is set on there is no way i'd be able to persuade you otherwise, besides i know enough about you to know your going ot use this as some way to make yourself stronger and i know you won't let anyone get in the way" he puts his hands on toko and Monarchs shoulder "to me toko is toko but with a slightly worse fashion sense and a new hand and you're still the proud saiyan with grandoise dreams and as always i'm smack bang in the middle at least that hasnt changed"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko snaps the tip of his horn off, twice, Toko cracks his wrist but harder than usual, his eyes return to normal. "Zuzu take this, one for you also Bastion, I know you guys can't give pieces back, but its a symbol, even if you leave, our destinies are locked together somewhere down the line" when he next blinks his eyes go black again a slight red can be seen. "And you know as well as I do Zuzu can be saved, but trust me on this, when you come asking for a fight i'll always give it, and if you go out of line I will still be the one who will be there, now if you're really going to leave the lake do it before the kids come" Toko stabs a sword into the ground infront on Monarch to seal the vow.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks at Bastion. "You may be the mid ground but the two sides are closer than they've been and after a while they'll be the same." He turns to Toko. "He may be able to be brought back, but will it save him? Trust me I will be fighting you again, and this time. I'll win." He smirks pocketing the horn.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion puts his hand on the the sword "well lets pledge this on this day in this place that we will all find our own paths to power and although our paths may not be the same and our goals may be different, but we will still find each other in this place and test our mettle. That s my pledge and this is my sentiments" this is the first time Monarch and Toko notice this but Bastions android hand is different it seems smoother and more human if it wasnt for its colour and the remaining flesh it could be seen as a human hand"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko put his metallic hand on Bastions "Heh role reversal"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko hears the clink of metal on metal "oh toko even your cold metal hand is as goofy as ever" he laughs "couldnt you tell it was my android hand?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Of course I can tell, it's just looking pretty nice nowadays, doesn't even look metal" Toko taps his fingers to make a tune.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch puts his hand on top. "We will all get stronger in our own ways and I cannot wait until the day I am the strongest."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion pushes down the sword and then lifts their hand up in a single motion "to the mountains we may climb and the great views we will get from our peaks" he holds his fists in the air "dont get left behind you two i wouldnt want ot get lonely up there" he jokingly smirks.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">As the clouds cover the sun Toko and Monarch disappear leaving only the sword and Bastion behind he appears different Augments on both of his arms his eyes sunken and there is evidence of tears "we left here as friends hopeful and optimistic, so why am i the only one to return home?" he begins welling up eventually succumbing to tears "Monarch... Toko, what do I do now? You were my best friends and I couldnt protect you, please someone anyone tell me what to do i don't know how i can go on anymore" Azmo is stood not far from him looking pained at both the pain Bastion is going through and not being sure what to say.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Eventually she just holds him letting him cry into her "it's ok Bastion, i know it hurts and i know how severe a loss this is for you so just go ahead let it out. Share your burden with me dont take it on alone" they embrace each other Bastion finding comfort in her arms "They wouldn't want you to worry like this you all knew the risks associated but you all bravely stepped up to defend this world. You may have come back alone but at least you came home to me so lets go home Bastion and just fall asleep in each others arms live on so that they are never forgot" they embrace each other kissing deeply Bastion places the horn fragment from toko to monarch on the sword before returning home.

Meeting the mentor! The Red King Arrives!
<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion is by the gate to Chazke village playing with Elicia "so are you excited about receiving some more battle training?" Elicia nods "but why am i not being trained by dahdeh?" she enquires as Bastion picks her up putting her on his shoulder "well the man who has offered to train you is called Moeru, he is strong even stronger than me i don't know why he made this offer but i know how much you enjoy fighting so i thought you would enjoy it."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"If it's going to be fun for anyone, it should be me." Moeru said, afterimaging behind Elicia, placing his arms on the girl's shoulders. "Hey there. Are you the one I'm supposed to be breaki-Imean, training?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Elicia looks back at him and shrugs jumping off of Bastions shoulders drawing out her wings they envelop her changing her from her 6 year old for to her 16 year old form. "hmm dad was right you do have a cinnamon scent i thought he was joking, so you are Moeru nice to meet you i'm Elicia." she looks him over "well if dad says your strong and stronger than him i don't see any reason why he would lie, I look forward to training under you"

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<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Good to hear. I see you enjoy using those special gifts of yours. I can do something similar, y'know?" Moeru said, as he appeared to fall apart, his nanites deconstructing his body until he had the appearance of a young boy.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"So? How do I look?" He said, a boyish grin crossing his face as he outstretched his arms to allow the girl a clear look at his entire change.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"interesting, i wonder if i could pull off the look" she envolops herself again mimicking Moeru's new form except for the eyes before shaking her head and reverting "its not bad kind of less attention grabbing and probably makes opponents underestimate you" she shrugs. "whatever floats your boat i guess."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"underestimating...right..." As Moeru finished speaking, he turned to Bastion. "Welp, I'll be taking her under my wing for the time being. Anything I need to know?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"she can change her form at will in almost any way as long as it retians a basic human frame, her swords are part of her body. Her fighting style tends to involve full body motion almost like a dance, she can intergrate technology and upgrades the same as i can. Do not i repeat DO NOT do anything to her teddy bear and the rest i will let you figure out on your own"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"I hear you. Alright, kid. You ready for a lesson on fighting from Uncle Torch?" Moeru said, turning to face Elicia once again.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"sure im ready for the inevitable learning via repeated ass kicking i'm probably going to recieve, considering i've seen dad at his peak and i know i couldnt stand up to that" she stands in a reactive stance "well im ready for my lesson."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Man, You're in a rush aren't you...in any case, I'm not your opponent today. I made a call to a friend, and she should be here right...about..."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">As Moeru finished speaking, a humanoid demonic creature landed in front of the pair.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Now. Elicia, this is Melisa. Melisa, this is your punching bag for the day."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">" ''I can go all out with her?" '' Melisa said, her fanged teeth twisted into the dark semblance of a smile

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Yep. Just try not to kill her, okay?" Moeru responded

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"No promises."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"huh another demon with what appears to be a complex, fair enough didnt think i would have to do this so early" she closes her eyes concentrating when they open again her eyes are silver "ready"

The Coma of The Three Gods
<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Nik is in Chazke village, more specifically in the guest room of Bastions mothers home. he is layed in a bed with a damp cloth on his head Bastions mother is sat at the other end of the room knitting something while humming a tune to herself"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">For the first time in those eight days, Nikolas finally breaths in air through his nose, his body resumes its function and turns over, curling up, the first movement he has made since Bastion found him passed out, eight days ago.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"hmm?" she looks over noticing his movement "ah good he's decided to start breathing, i was worried Bastion had brought home a corpse for a little while" she puts her knitting down then uses her crutch to edge her way too the bed to replace Nik's head cloth.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Three voices, all speaking in an ancient language, long forgotten can be heard arguing with eachother, this faint but fairly understandable argument replacing his aura for the time.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">She changes his cloth and goes back to her seat "figures the first guest i have in so long and i can't even understand what he is saying"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Nikolas' eyes flew open as he suddenly rose, "Jigoku wa nani ga okotta? Koko wa doko?" He placed his hands on his forehead, freaking out a little,"Jigoku wa, zugaikotsu no kotodatta?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"whoa calm down there it's just a cloth... even though i have no idea what you are saying or if you can even understand me"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">He looks to the woman, "Kuso ̄, ayamatta gengo... E ̄ to... Eigo, migi" He faceplams, "Hey, I do understand you"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">She looks at him confused "i'm going to have to take your word on that seeing as half the time that feeling has not been mutual"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Sorry, wait, where am I?" He asked, looking around

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"you are in the guest room of my home within Chazke village, my son Bastion said he found you unconscious on a glacier and he brought you here to recover that was 8 days ago"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Wait, you're Bastion's mother?" He jumped up and bowed, "Forgive my rudeness Miss Allara"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"considering the circumstances of you being here, its quite all right. Its more a relief you decided t ostart breathing"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Thank you maam, and sorry for not breathing, it appears my body doesn't like me"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"i uh, i see?" she slowly moves to him "do you need any food or anything of the that ilk? Bastion wont be back for an hour or so"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"No thanks, I'm fine, I don't want to eat you out of house and home" He stands stright and sits on the bed

The Dark Kings Redemption
<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch is stood by the Lake in Chazke whistling a jaunty tune waiting for either Bastion or Toko or both to arrive.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion walks through the village as per normal saying high to his friends and several of the warrior monks until he sees Monarch by the lake his immediate reaction is a slight annoyance but then notices the different air about him before coming to an immediate realisation he walks up to monarch doesnt say a word and holds up hishand for a high 5.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch hi fives Bastion. "So how are things? I promise I'm not here to blow up the village or anything... well maybe later." He says jokingly.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"if you blew it up you'd have goomu following you 24 7. As for how are things i witnessed 1 individual drop into the depths of madness ask to end his existance blew up his planet as a sort of viking funeral and rode the blast waves and got made defacto leader of a faction, you know the usually tuesday stuff, yourself?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Oh not much sort of have a girlfriend, wife thing... Happens to be related to that girl who killed by but c'est la vie." He smirks. Crying is heard from the tree behind Monarch. Monarch sighs "One second." He floats up to the tree picks up a small child from it and floats back down holding the now not crying child. "This is Brocco." HE says introducing the child who looks about 3

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Daddy who dat?" Brocco says.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"This is my old friend Bastion, Brocco. And I told you to call me father." He says slightly scornfully. "So yeah usual Tuesday stuff." Directed at Bastion he smirks.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"huh wait you have a kid.... oh my gamikai" Bastion looks legitimately surprised "Not going to lie to Monarch i never expected to see you with a child...." he pauses "wait thats exactly what you said to me when sheena was born huh guess we are even there" he lowers himself to Brocco's level "nice to meet you Brocco i'm Bastion"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Brocco is obviously very small but is wearing minature saiyan armour and appears to have a tiny sword on his back. He kicks Bastion. "Hello."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch hits Brocco softly but hard enough to get his point across. "BROCCO! Don't kick people outside of a fight especially those who could kill you with a flick of a wrist." He looks to Bastion "Yeah I know right... I didn't exactly plan it but I have him now. I suppose it's always good to have an heir. All we need is for Toko to have a kid." He smirks.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Brocco rubs his head a little teary eyed "Sowwy daddy"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Toko having a kid?" he just looks at Monarch and they both laugh "yeah for some reason i dont see that happening or at least i will be very worried if it did. He really does bare a striking resemblance, and you say his mother is a relative of Sofia the woman who killed you? i'm not even going to question it"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Hahahahahah! One day Toko will have a kid, he won't know how or why he did it he just will." He smirks "He still has the IQ of a rusty tea spoon. Yeah Carol, I'll have to introduce you. She's Sofia's twin sister apparently, the resemblance is striking. So I guess that makes Brocco part whatever race Alyra is. Half Saiyan half whatever that is. I think he shall be powerful indeed once me and Carol have trained him a bit." He smirks.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Strange i was told Sofia lost her sister but that being said she was a tiny little bit absolutely livid with me so who knows. Well congrats on finding someone as eccentric as you, if she is strong enough to catch your interest she must be powerful, or incredibly sarcastic and snide or all of the above" he lowers himself to Brocco's level "and maybe you might turn out as strong as your old man although hopefully not as cooky"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Hmm, Well Carol did seem to have no idea anyone from CI was here so who knows, I imagine they have some catching up to do. She is definitely eccentric, strong and sarcastic and snide... it's kinda scary I'll be honest." He smirks. "She even beat me in a fight cause my accuracy was piss poor."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Brocco laughs "Cooky... hehehehe."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks down and Brocco "Don't be stupid Brocco."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Yes sir..."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"its a shame Elicia is of training i'm sure she would have loved to meet Brocco but ah well there will always be other times, also Monarch dont be too crazy on the training. Otherwise i wish you luck and Brocco it was nice meeting you maybe next time my daughter will be here and she could meet you"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Hmm well find me with her some day, they can meet. Right Brocco?" He says

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Yes sir. I would enjoy that Mr Bastion."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Good boy. I think we'll wait here a while I want Toko to meet Brocco think he'll be here any time soon? If not we can head off. I need to train Brocco. This'll be his first training session he even has a sword for the occasion. Was his mothers decision but you try telling her no." HE smirks.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Speak of the Devil" Toko promptly crashes into the ground from the sky, he pulls himself up and pats off the dust, "I was hoping to land in front of you but I can sense you and a smaller you and it put my aim waaaaay off" he taps his blindfold "I see by sensing nowadays" he smiles "So why is there a mini you?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Oh great timing Toko. This is Brocco. My son." Monarch says to Toko "Brocco this is Toko."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Hello Mr Toko, I'm Brocco pleased to meet you." the little Zucana says with a smile on his face.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko snickers "No way!" He begins to laugh a little "You didn't!" He laughs for a solid few seconds before regaining himself "I KNEW IT ZUZU! You saiyans really are obsessed with vegetables, I said it when I met you and I say it now, you even called your kid Broccoli" He stops and looks at the little Zucana "No offense Brocco, just a little thing with you and your dad" he walks up to him, draws the sword and holds it up "Nice blade" He swings it, a tree in the distance is sliced in half, "It's good, balance is a little off, but it's good for a young boy" he hands it back.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch smirks "It's a strong saiyan name, regardless of what it sounds like here on Earth." He chuckles. "It's a rather odd coincidence. Brocco, Toko here is a master swordsman like your mother. Perhaps you could train with him sometime."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Brocco smiles and bows to Toko "I would appreciate that very much Mr Toko."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko forms about ten blades and starts juggling them "So the kid is your... How to say, Justification? Kill a whole shed load of people and then settle down? I won't forget it y'know" although his eyes are covered it is clear that Toko is giving him a stern look, then turns to Brocco "Catch" Toko throws a physical sword towards Brocco, its much larger than his, "When you're a bit taller start using that, its a far higher quality, I wonder how you'd fair against a friend of mine?" he smiles at him.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch smirks "Oh trust me I won't forget it either, it was far too much fun to just ignore. I have something very big planned coming up, I doubt anyone will die this time though so don't worry over it." He grins

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Brocco clearly confused as to what they're talking about catches Tokos sword with ease. "Thank you Mr Toko. If you'd like I'd more than happily fight this friend of yours... when I'm a little stronger that is..."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Don't worry Broccoli, he's a bit of a clutz I'm sure you'll beat him" he pats his head before returning to Monarch "For the kids sake I'm not getting into this, but your ego trip won't last long, okay? What you did was and is unacceptable" A deep black aura spills from Shibo Tenshi T"he cries of those people won't settle until you've been knocked off this pedestal you've put yourself on, and I know, I KNOW, that in there Zucana is suffering too, for his sake more than anyone else, I'll put you right"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"OH BOY!" Brocco shouts seeming very excited

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Hush Brocco." Monarch says sternly, then he looks over to Toko with a smirk. "Well one things for sure Toko, at least you can say you tried." He grins. "What I did was unacceptable but while I was doing it you were messing around playing the hero, failing to stop me. As I told you so long ago Toko, Zucana died with Vegeta."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Daddy what's a Zucanna?" Brocco asks

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"An old acquaintance of mine Brocco and I told you not to call me daddy, you are to refer to me as sir! Understood?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Understood sir..." Brocco says looking sad.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"I'm surprised you haven't decked the poor boy in butterflies, or put a hole through his chest, or are we saving that till he outclasses you" He steps up to Monarch, very close "Zucana is alive for as long as his memory lives with those of us who care" Toko turns around and walks away.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch laughs "Holes through the chest are reserved for scum that never deserved to walk this Earth. My son will be heir, if he one day out classes me it is my job to try and beat him but it is his job to beat me. As for the butterflies only someone as stylish as I could pull them off." He smirks. "Well lets hope you see your good buddy Zucana soon I'm sure he'll be over the moon."

A normal day for abnormal people
<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion is sat at the edge of the lake skimming stones waiting for Misami. "its peaceful today who knew my theory about Monarch and getting some was correct, heh wonder if he knows what he is getting into"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Masami slowly walked to the edge, sitting down next to Bastion silently, "Hey, you wanted to talk to me?" She brushed some hair out of her face, already with a guess of what was to come.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"hey Misami good to see you, and you can drop the looks for once this isn't bad news admitedly it may not be good news but its neutral, Ichiro told me to tell you he was proceeding to the mission he told you about so you may not see him for a while and that i was to take over the order i wanted to let you know so it wasnt just sprung on you2 he clicks remembering something "oh yeah and mother invited you to brunch

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">She smiled a little, "I'm glad its good news, and I'd love to have brunch" She Stood back up, "With everything happening recently, I forgot how to relax"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"that's another reason why i invited you here, here is quite peaceful and you take a load of for a little bit. The brunch wont be for an hour or so mom is a massive perfectionist when it comes to food, not that i can argue with the results. Anyway shall we have a little amble around till then"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">She took a quick look around, "Sure, lets, it could be relaxing"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"ok then sounds good" He leads her towards the school building circling the lake from their vantage point they can see the playground in the centre a fat blue majin in stood in the centre taking a big intake of air inflating his stomach he shouts charge and is rushed by the kids who bounce him around between each other"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Masami watches for a while before looking to Bastion with a very confused look, "Wha?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"thats Goomu our resident Majin he is a bit odd, but he enjoys the peace and the kids love him." he thinks "i guess Elicia's class isnt out yet ah well" he leads her onwards towards the village a large amount of demons populate the streets mostly women some as vendors some as crafters and a large amount of warrior monks. "perks of this village it was repopulated by demons who didnt quite fit in with demon society so this place is nice and accepting"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"I think I might fit right in here. A demon area, huh? Last one I saw was in Hell, didn't really like it all too much, kinda annoyed the hell out of me" She smiled, watching the Demons walk past

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"you'd have to run it by Tsuname our towns matriarch if you wanted to, though she is usually welcoming though you might wanna be careful with your augments though this village has had serious incidents with androids so some are still a bit wary it took me quite a while to be welcomed back due to it" they get to the centre of the village there is a large rock in the centre with a small flag embrazened with a large T "we have been gtting more people interested in the tranquility here"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Ah, this must be that Toko's Rock people talk about... What makes it so special anyway?" She asked Bastion, looking around the Village.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"where ever it is needed Toko's rock will be there no matter the time or place it will be there, it also has 3 bedrooms a satellite hookup and good wifi other than that no clue" he laughs but doesn't look all that sure if he is joking "anyway the food is probably almost prepared let us head to my abode"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">She laughs a little, "Sure, I guess it's not quite humble"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion leads her to his home, as they enter they are assualted by the smell of various different cuisines. Estelle can be heard cooking rapidly in the kitchen Bastion pulls up a seat "i'll go help her dish up it should be here in about 2 minutes judging by the smell take a seat get comfy"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Masami pulls out a chair and sits down, looking around the inside of the house, smiling slightly and taking a wiff of the food, "Oh, this'll be amazing" She smiles, preparing herself for the food.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion comes in shortly with several plates of various food of varying styles from various cuisines "this is part one of about five, when i said my mom cooks a lot i mean she cooks a lot its mroe a late morning feast than brunch"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Masami's eyes widened, looking at the food, "Wow..." Was all she could say

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion heads back in and brings out more sets "oh yeah you've had my cooking before well mom is the one who taught me everything she knows she is on a whole other level" he finishes dishing up the whole table is filled up "take your pick no need to be modest there is plenty"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Estelle slowly walks in on her crutch "you must be the Masami Bastion informed me would be joining us. I am Estelle Allara Bastions mother. But yeah eat up food is made to be enjoyed" she sits next to Bastion "oh yes your other guest has decided to start breathing, he has chosen to not join us today"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Masami smiled, "Thank you for the food Mrs Allara" She bowed slightly before starting to put food on her plate.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Nikolas slowly wandered into the room behind Bastion & Estelle, he left his desert protector behind and the top half of his kimono was lowered to around his waist, showing his bandaged chest, he slowly stumbled it, "H-hey, I could smell some food"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Estelle quietly giggles to herself "ah men just cannot resist the allure of a cooked meal, if you wish to join us go ahead there is more than enough, even for a tailed warrior like yourself i am aware of their appetites" she pulls out a chair for him and her and bastion start eating.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Masami smiled at Nikolas before getting stuck into her food, loving every mouthful.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Nikolas bowed and smiled, taking a seat and putting food on his plate, quickly devouring it.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Estelle and Bastion laugh a little awkwardly quickly exchanging glances before eating at a much mroe leisurely pace, Bastion is first to speak up "havent dont this with guest since we had Toko Monarch and DM here they and they ate like that too, heh i hope they are least tasting it"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Estelle giggles "yeah i get the feeling they are enjoying you wouldn't shovel food down if you didnt"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Masami stopped and took a drink, "The food is amazing" She smiled at Estelle, "Never tasted such glory before"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Nikolas just continued eating and eating, making up for those eight days spent in a coma.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">" i used to be a professional chef since i was about 14, but i stepped down after i got married and had Bastion. I keep cooking so i don't get rusty there are very few problems that cannot be lessened by taking time out to have a good meal"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"I couldn't agree with you more" Masami replied, taking another mouthful of food, "I never would have guessed you were once a master chef"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"you'd be surprised i mean if you were to look at Bastion would you see a fighter? One who was capable of winning the world martial arts tourniment, no offence Bastion. Or this village would you think a group of outcast demons could rebuild the town like this?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion smiles "none taken at first glance i wouldn't think i could either, hell im still wondering how i managed to make it as far as i did"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Honestly, I never judge Demons, if you looked at my father you'd never know that he's the sixth strongest in Hell, and my mother is the third" She smiled, taking a drink, "They were amazing fighters"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Nikolas stopped eating for a moment, "I knew you were going to win the WMAT Bastion, I was one of the fighters, such a same we didn't get to go at it" He laughed.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"yeah i saw you're match, that jellal or mystogen or whatever was one slippery customer, and that final if monarchs attack would have been 3 or so seconds later I would have probably lost i was on my last few shreds of energy" he finishes up his dish "he deserved the win just as much as i did"

I accidentally a war
<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Chazke is under siege a swarm of butterflies caught in Goomu's energy web, the Mizuho clanswomen are creating wards while the warrior monks are creating a defensive line against the swiss army all being "motivated" by Tsuname and Azmo Bastion is stood at a make shift command center with Elicia organising attacks "right this has escalated much faster than i thought, but we have reinforcements on the way soon"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"NOPE!" can be heard followed by an explosion as Toko's rock is suddenly there "Absolutly not, I take some me time and the egomaniac goes nuts" Toko hops out of the rock followed by Silva, he strides through the crowd high fives Tsuname on the way past "Silva go back up Elicia" Toko goes to Bastion and flies higher "ALRIGHT PEOPLE I WANT YOU TO GIVE ME YOUR ALL! BOBO YOU GET YOUR ASS OVER HERE BRING THE SQUAD TOO!" Toko returns to Bastion "So fun morning huh?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Silva wanders over to Elicia, a proud look on his face as Toko speaks, "Hey Elicia, Toko didn't really explain he just said Butterflies suck and charged out but I guess i'm helping you"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Suddenly the firing stops and the butterflies cease. From across a hill in the distance thousands of humans in black body armour with black butterfly masks appear. They all appear to be carrying no weapons but all point their hands to the sky as if ready to fire a ki blast. Brocco is seen flying above them and Monarchs voice is heard.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Citizens of Chazke village. I mean you no harm but you are harboring a criminal of the state, hand over the terrorist Elicia and I shall refrain from damaging your lovely village. Refuse and all my army will have to do is shoot twice and go home. Either way is no issue to me, in fact I know which I'd prefer but to your lovely village one of those choices is clearly preferable. So make your decision hand me the girl. Or suffer the consequences."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Tsuname takes a stand at the hill "blah blah blah, yeah we get it you control the people of switzerland and are going to fight well guess what we will stand and we will fight" she licks her lips drawing her talisman materailising the blade letting out a loud battlecry that is matched by the demon monks "WE WILL NOT FALL TO YOU"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion is watching out of the tent "huh she is all riled up i guess its been a while since she got the chance to let the blood boil this will be good for her"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko grins, he pushes the Bandage up of his eyes yet still hiding them, "Guess we gotta save our town huh?" he hops down and runs over to Tsuname drawing Bravo, he stands next to her mirroring her position "NOW NOW ZUZU! You know any of us alone could repel your silly army without any effort" He swings a hand, the shockwave knocking over a squad of soldiers "How about you man up and come down here!" he leans slightly in to Tsuname "It's really good seeing you again, all ready to fight" He lets his aura explode out.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Silva meets up with the squad Toko ordered and leads them down, Silva included they all take up similar poses in a group behind Toko "Elicia we should fight sometime after this" he grins at her.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch is once again heard but no sight of the man himself and no one can seem to sense him. "Well well. You heard them men. As I ordered it's time for you to shoot twice an go home."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">The Soldiers all shoot two ki balls that arch towards the village thousands upon thousands of balls headed for the town, though they wouldn't be difficult to stop for someone with high powerlevel.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"You heard me men go home." The soldiers all turn around and start flying off. "Now. The real fun begins." Suddenly tens of thousands of power levels can be felt behind the hill even Brocco appears shocked as thousands of men looking exactly like Monarch fly over the hill. Though the real Monarch doesn't appear to be there none of them feel right. "You know what they say, if you want something done right do it yourself." Some of the stronger Monarchs begin to smirk and they shout in unison "OPEN FIRE!" The Monarchs all raise their hands and begin firing on the village. A butterfly lands on Broccos soldiers Brocco speaks into it "How long have you been able to do that?!" The butterfly replies "Long enough. Now you know your orders get to it." "Yes sire." Brocco replies as he begins rushing towards the village more specifically at Elicia and Silva.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">several monks fall causing tsuname to shout "if any of you die i will track you down to kill you all over again" before rallying them to charge

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">a monk goes to Bastion "Monarch has an army of clones we are strong but they are stronger we dont know what to do" Bastion smirks "oh don't worry i sent in an anti monarch specialist i promise it will be great to watch"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">From said monks view point he sees a large flash of aura and several hundreds swords suddenly floating in the sky.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"OOOOH YOU COULD NOT HAVE MADE THIS DAY BETTER" A devilish smirk crosses Toko's face, he runs very quickly straight into the army of clones, swords raining down stabbing into them and exploding while Toko almost spinning through the waves of monarchs slashes and stabs at intense speeds, slicing of limbs and shedding blood, from the distance Monarchs and limbs can be seen flying in all directions "IT'S LIKE EVERY CHRISTMAS EVER!" A tornado of swords whips through the sky destroying the ki blasts, "OH MY GOD BASTION GET IN HERE!" within seconds over a quater of the Monarchs are dead or on fire, "Oh hell Shibo Tenshi get out here" Toko draws the sword of Death its black fire raging and covering him, "DANCIN' WITH SHADOWS! "within a few slashes another few hundred Monarchs fall cutting the original numbers down to half, Toko stands and pants admiring all of the bodies each with their own sword in them "Heh I'll leave some for the rest of you, that was soooo fun"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko's team watch with shock and awe, massivly rallied by Toko's performance them and many other squads charge with a hopeful war cry!

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">A very Powerful Monarch appears behind Toko, though oddly no one seems to be able to sense him, he has an odd blue aura similar... oh who am I kidding this is the actual Monarch. He smirks before leaning in to Tokos ear and whispering "boo." Before Grabbing him and instant transmissioning somewhere away from the fighting "Oh that's much better." He says grinning "Wouldn't want our rematch to be all cluttered. I'm sure Bastion can handle my army with only a few people dying. Hehehehe."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">MEANWHILE THOUSANDS OF MILES AWAY! Over the hill re-enforcements to Monarchs clone army appear over the hill several hundred Monarch clones and two Humongous Monarchs 100X the size of your average Monarch. "MONARCHS YOU KNOW YOUR ORDERS! LETS DESTROY THIS TOWN AND THE GIRL!" The Monarchs begin Firing on the town and the giant monarchs fire two huge ki waves.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion sighs "really? thats how he chooses to use his flame, well guess i will respond in kind" he slips his ring on his finger "time to get involved i guess, as i guess Toko gets his rematch at the very least" he draws excalibur "lets go cally" he dives into the battle and bodies start flying Azmo and Tsuname are both jumping through shadows striking the gaint monrchs "hmm those big guys can be a problem"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko looks around "...But I was having fun..." Toko sighs and then takes up arms towards Monarch, "I was hoping to invade you at some point and have a dramatic coup sorta thing but I guess this will do, what is the point of this anyway? You're here for Bastions kid, why pick now for a rematch against me when its him you're pushing?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch smirks "You're in the way and trying to stop me taking that terrorist back to my country where she can see justice. That makes you a criminal. Hehehe. One way or another you'd of been fighting me it just made more sense to take you out of the picture, Bastion on his own is enough of a pain. With you assisting him winning this would be near impossible, so it seemed like a perfect time for a quick rematch."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Look at you so smug, you think you have it set don't you, how does murdering children, YOUR FRIENDS children help you rebuild Vegeta huh? And I know you have a sassy remark waiting and some plan but you must know it, Zuzu in there sees it, you've lost your path, you're only goal now is to boost your own inflated ego, you're nothing to me" Toko drops his swords, he fades his transformation out, and folds his arms "This rematch of yours? I say no" He turns and begins walking away "Call me when you stop acting like a child and pick up your pride again"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch looks shocked his eyes wide open. Toko doesn't see it but his left eye flickers black then returns to it's normal pink. "You're saying no? Well that makes my job easier. I'll be sure to let Elicia know when I'm squeezing the last breath out of her lungs that she died because Toko said no. What a hero. Just like North city isn't it? You just weren't good enough." Monarch clearly looks Angry but his words sound calm and are sharp as daggers. "This wasn't a rematch this was to get you out of my way so I could take down the ring leader of a terrorist organisation, if you're unwilling to stop me I shall just carry on. Chazke will be levelled for opposing me and Elicia will die. That I can promise you."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"No and no, you WON'T level Chazke, you WON'T kill Elicia, you WILL GO HOME, leave your army if you want let them fight it out but you have no reason to be here and YOU KNOW IT, look at you, look at what you've become, 'God of kings' You're not even a king, you're a dictator with no real control or goals, you said it yourself, you were here to bait us into a rematch and show off, well it's not happening and it wasn't impressive, Chazke have probably dealt with your 'army' by now and I doubt you'll change the tide of battle, go home Monarch, but not to Vegeta like you used to want, to your fake kingdom, where you belong" Toko materializes a shoddy crown and throws it to Monarch

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarchs eye flickers again as he catches the crown and crushes it. "You're such a fool. You have no idea what you're speaking about. You think I'm here attacking one of my favourite places on this planet for you? And you call me prideful. The truth is you're just as full of yourself as I am. That girl disrupted my kingdom, she tried to cause an uprising toko. She Broke the Law. I am well within my rights to take her and kill her for acts against the king. That's why I'm here. You matter not. If you're not going to fight me that just makes it easier. No matter what moral high ground you think you're taking is wrong, you just want the oppurtunity to think you're better than I am. To act above me. The issue is Toko, you do that she's even more likely to die, though you already know that. I honestly doubt you care. You don't give a damn about peoples lives just the thrill of fighting and playing the hero. You're no hero, you're a boy in a costume. You always have been. Now if you excuse me I have a girl to arrest." He says preparing to instant transmission.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"DO IT! You've lost any pride you had, kill her and say goodbye to everything you once knew, she broke YOUR law, your silly little make believe kingdom is nothing compared to the dreams you had, the dreams Zucana gave to you to let you flourish, I'm no hero, I have killed, and I pay for my sins everyday, I even lost my sight over it! But at least I can wake up in a morning knowing I tried to fix it and I will keep trying, what do you have, a son who fears you, a kingdom only loyal because they have to be, you think you have some sort of god given right to parade around but you don't, YOU'RE NOT A KING you're a terrorist, she staged a freedom fight, you destroyed an entire city. She spoke against you, you brainwashed a country. YOU'RE THE ONE IN THE WRONG HERE, I know damn well she won't die today, I know DAMN WELL that Chazke will be fine and I KNOW DAMN-" he breaks as a tear is shed "I KNOW DAMN WELL THAT YOU HAVE DIED TO ME TODAY! HOW DOES THAT FEEL! HOW DOES IT FEEL TO LOSE THE ONE PERSON WHO CARED! THE PERSON WHO WAS GOING TO HEKP YOU SEE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE! You have no one to blame, no cause to excuse you no argument for defense YOU LOST YOURSELF AND EVERYTHING AROUND YOU! I WON'T FIGHT A DEAD MAN, I'LL BE HERE TO CLEAR UP HIS MESS, BUT I WON'T BE HERE FOR YOU!" he cries a bit "I miss you Zucana"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarchs left eye turns completely black. "How dare you? What gives you the right to say I've given up on my dreams... This "Make believe kingdom" toko is all I have. I had friends Toko. I had family. And I miss them every day. You never had any of those things Toko, you never had them ripped away from you purely by chance. You never had your life torn in two. How dare you say I've given up? This kingdom of mine is going towards my Dream Toko. I need this, I need the support of my people, my allies. I need to be strong. She tried to make a fool of me Toko, I can't let that happen not after everything I've done to get this far. It's not easy doing what I do, but I need to do it. Maybe I'm wrong but I'm pretty sure you're not right either. Zucana died long ago Toko, I'm all that's left to carry his dream, I was created to carry his dream so don't you ever say I've given up on them." All this was said in a very hushed tone but the fury burning from monarch was unmistakable. He was super pissed at the idiot stood behind him. "I miss you too..." Strangely a tear rolls down Zucanas cheek.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko walks toward Zucana, "This isn't what you wanted, you had a dream to help people to fix things, but you'll never get there by making enemies of everyone around you" He reaches Zucana and hugs him "Am I not your friend, were me and Bastion not like family, I lost my parents, I lost Rhoko who was like my father, I was bullied and beaten and eventually thrown out of the timeline i existed in by my own people, but to me you were my family, you, Dark and Bastion, maybe we are both wrong, I certaintaly have been before, the memories of Psycho still hurt me today, but we need to stop. Maybe she did try to take you down, but sooner or later we all would have tried, we both need to let go and see our paths again" Toko takes a hand and pulls off the bandage that has been covering his eyes for so long, as he opens his eyes the light hurts them, his irises are red, with slight black cracks on them but otherwise his eyes are normal, both of them no black where white should be no red rings, just normal, crying eyes "You have more than this silly kingdom you have us, you have Chazke and most importantly you have the memories we have between us... Zucana please come back" he hugs Zucana tightly.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch pushes Toko away "No. I told you a very long time ago Zucana is dead with Vegeta, if vegeta isn't revived neither is he Toko. I am sorry but that's how it is. Zucana can not return until he has a home to go back to. That is that. I guess I best get working on that, I've taken far too big a break. I expect your assistance of course... I suppose I shall leave Brocco in command of my kingdom for the time being..."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko takes a step back and smiles with honest happiness "Of course I'll help, I hope he does well" Toko wipes the tears off his face still smiling "I'll be seeing you around then? Next time we both need to train a new move or something!" He chuckles "I'll go see how Chazke is holding up, I'll be seeing you... Friend" he says with a big smile.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Back in Chazke most of the Monarch clones have been routed sadly several demons have fall in battle the monarchs have gathered together with the last remaining gaint monarch Azmo and Tsuname have taken down the other together Bastion is stood before the crowd of Monarchs "you are made of his flame so fortunately you just return to him" he activates his flame envoloping him in a deep red with emerald energy flowing through it, it slowly channels into excalibur it flairs out glowing an intense white "calamity burst" he launches a huge attack wave into the Monarchs disintergrating them instantly.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Don't get ahead of yourself Toko." Monarch smirks "For now I need time to think, you'll know where to find me. Tell Bastion I'll see him around. Brocco will probably be a bit lost but it's about time he found himself anyway, the boys been sucking up to me since he learnt to talk. Anyway I'll see you around." Monarch says to Toko before instant transmissions to the mountains.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Brocco arrives where Elicia and Silva are as the Monarch clones are disintegrated with his sword drawn. "I have been sent here to arrest you by order of the good King Monarch. You are being tried for Terrorism and are being taken back to Monarchs domain for a trial." He says fairly stern faced but there's an obvious twinge of sadness.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Elicia is stood in front of him her normal smile is up "afraid you know thats not going to happen, don't worry i won't hold it against you just promise me a good fight Brocco just cause there is dire straights doesnt mean we cant have fun with this like the old days" she brings out her blades "besides im still in the lead and this unkillable lump wants to join too"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Brocco smirks "You know I'd beat you. So why don't you just come with me no need for all this fight, I mean even if you do beat me you have an entire army of my dad to deal wi... Wait. Where did they go? He was meant to keep them coming? Shit..." Brocco sighs "Well this just got a lot harder but I suppose if my dad is done there's no point fighting on, I'll see him back in Switzerland I suppose..." He sheathes his sword. "So who's this guy then." He says gesturing to Silva.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Silva stands dispersing his weapon "That blows, I was kinda looking forward to a fight... I guess it's good that the war stopped" Silva wanders over to Brocco "I guess that means Toko beat your dad, the names Silva, I'm not sure if I'm a friend or an enemy to be quite honest" He laughs.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Hmm. Yes it is good the war is over. Though I severely doubt Toko beat my father." Brocco smirks "Considering how their last fight went, or at least how my dad told me it went in North city and well you can see the evidence. So who exactly are you?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Elicia dematerialises her blades "well i guess we can fight another time maybe under more friendly circumstances, and according to dad Monarch and Toko have sort of a love hate relationship. From what i have told they both spur each other to get stronger but until recently Toko was undefeated in their battles, he also said they are like an old married couple that way" she looks as though she is reciting facts and has no clue what she is actually on about "but at least that means you dont have to do something you werent comfortable with"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Yeah gotta agree with her here Toko has told me of all the battles he had with Monarch, he also told me that while he got him at north city he was distracted, and it won't happen again Haha hes surprisingly serious when hes training with Monarch in mind, I've had more than a few serious injuries because of it" he laughs then extends a hand to Brocco to shake "My names Silva Asakara, nothing much else, I got a weird thing in my blood and I seem to surround myself with creatures, isn't that right Bakura? Come meet Brocco" Bakura a small plump blue Neko Majin hops out from Silva's pocket landing on Brocco's shoulder, it looks disappointed "Well duh of course it isn't a giant Broccoli what ever would make you think that? He's a person!" Baku hops onto Silva's head. "Other than travelling and being related to Toko I don't really have any history" Silva says smiling.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Brocco shakes Silvas hand but looks a bit perplexed "I heard Toko was from the future so wouldnt have any relatives that he knows of in this time so how are you related to him?" Brocco questions "Also I'm Brocco. Son of Monarch. Nice to meet you I'm a friend of Elicias. Hmm I should probably head back home and see what's going on... Hopefully dads their, the country's probably in shambles since we've lost..." He says grimly.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"at least most of the fighting were the clones rather than the citizens thats something at least." Elicia turns to Silva "wait your related to Toko, but how can that be i mean how could you" she seems perplexed and almost concerned before completely shifting the tone "are you a weaponsmith?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Silva laughs "No I'm not a smith, that would be a job, I'm just a simple street rat, and well I'm part of his family I'm not sure he knows we're related but I'm a man named Rhoko's grandson not that it would mean much to you guys, oh in fact that reminds me here are the contents of your pouch Brocco" Silva holds out a hand full of contents from the pouch "Force of habit, being a street rat and such, 'always steel before you get in a fight, that way even if you lose you win' but if you're not an enemy here you go" Silva laughs.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Brocco Smirks "Wait how did you...? Well played. hehehe." He puts the money back in his pouch "Street rat isnt exactly a noble profession... how about you come live in my castle? Means you wouldn't need to steal anymore and could live decently away from plebs and humans... and human plebs. I would offer the same to you Elicia but y'know... my country isnt fond of you. Sorry about that... the fact you stole from me without noticing is pretty amazing... I'm quite curious to see what else you can do Silva" he says putting his hand on the hilt of his sword.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Elicia pets Baku "if there are 2 things Silva can do its steel and survive things that would kill a normal person and sometimes would kill a non normal person, he doesnt know how he does it either"she picks up baku and roles him down her arm "and this little spud is just a walking ball of confusing plot points"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Silva smiles drawing a sword and holding it in a battle stance "Son of my Masters Rival! I'm keen to see what you can do!"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Elicia feels a very cold hand took her shoulder "You're forgetting one honey" Shiva floats laid in the air quite arousingly , "You have nothing on me dear"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"SHIVA! How do you keep summoning yourself?!" Silva sighs as Shiva joins next to him in a fighting pose facing Elicia "Stop getting jealous of other girls, But anyway Brocco I'm afraid to say I'm one of your dear humans, but I'm more than willing to show you what I can do, I'm not a castle sorta guy, maybe its not Noble but that's my life, I'm a thief and a runner, cross swords and break hearts!" He swings his swords as an aura surrounds him and lightning runs over his right arm, fully ready for a fight!

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Brocco inspects this new arrival. "Who is this?" He asks. "Eh it doesn't matter." He smirks before drawing his sword. "Én garde Silva! Lets see what the men of the street can do." He smirks.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"first Anaepi now you, people seem to have a problem with me being friends with silva, its almost like im the bad guy" she has her head tilted as she says this "whatever i'm not here to fight you, but thank you for the challenge"

A new loss, a new life
<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko who was taking a Stroll through the woods with his faithful rock immediately herd what could only be described as a phone call in his head.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">'Whats a phone? Why am I Ringing? ... hello? " Toko looks befuddked

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">He can hear words but he cant quite make them out at first they sound a bit frantic and distraught, eventually when they settle down slightly he can make out Bastions voice just its choppy not all that is said goes through "toko i..... eed....y......i dont know what to do pl.....e i need h...lp" it just cuts off after though the sound of panic was clear in what little of Bastions voice could be heard.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko makes a serious face "shibo stop interupting, now Bastion where wre you?" He feels his presence and immediately speeds in his direction

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastions energy is in his Home in Chazke as soon as he approaches he "sees" Tsuname who appeared to have been waiting outside the door for him "i'm not surprised you are who he called on" she walks up to him "just so you know its uh well its not a good situation you may want to steel yourself for this" she walks past him after saying this toko catches her faintlt muttering "poor kid"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">As she walked past Toko lightly tapped her ass then headed in, dramatically. from inside all is seen is hundreds of slashes through the door as it burst into splinters when Toko runs in "Whats up!?" he shouts!

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion slowly turns to him his face sunken his eyes red from tears the air is cold and heavy around them, Bastion is holding something in his arms but Toko cant see it all he can see is an increadible energy coming from it. in the centre of the room is something unusual he can see life energy but its hollow almost like a husk he cant tell what it is.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">-poke- Toko pokes the the baby, "Cool, you gotta demon baby, y'know i was once reading to Bassoon about religious stuff I think, apparently demon baby is bad stuff, but eh?" Toko wipes a tear from Bastions cheek, "I can't see your face but why are you sad?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion is shaking and sounds like he is struggling to bring himself to use words "i-its Azmo, s-s-she...... she's....." he tries to finish the sentence but just breaks down again he turns towards the centre of the room then immediately looks away as if trying to avoid something.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko looks for a second, he lifts the bandage over one eye to see the tragedy "Oh..." he putss the bandage down and confusion sets in "But how? She's stood right next to you, can't you see he- wait sorry ignore that" He walks up to bastion and hugs him not letting go.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"I d-d-dont know what happened, she gave birth like normal but then she just faded, no words...... nothing." he is now crying at this point the blanket moves as the baby flails a little she has long pure white hair 2 large forward facing horns her eyes are 2 tone changeing from red to purple as they near the centre"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">BOTH HER AND THE CHILD'S FATE IS SEALED, SUCH TRAGEDY WHEN A DEMON OF ROYAL BLOOD IS BORN OF MORTALS, BASTION PREPARE BOTH YOURS AND THE CHILD'S LIFE WILL BE FILLED WITH GRIEF BEWARE THE REQUEST ON THE MAGICAL SEVEN, IT WILL END IN DESPAIR The words ring from Toko without leaving his mouth a calm black aura glows from him and his horn is white like his hair. "Sorry that happens I'm unsure what I said but I'm sorry Bastion I really am, are you gonna hold a funeral?" Toko holds the child a strange glow flows between the two before he hands the child back "She's pretty... Try to look at the good from this..." Toko says glumly.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"i-i probably will b-b-but i don't know what to do, she was always there for me always someone i could turn too. I don't know how im going to tell the girls this I think Sheena will be ok but Elicia s-s-she has never had to handle loss before"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"If you need a hand just say I'll help deliver the news, and Elicia and Silva seem to get on so maybe afterwards I'll send him to cheer her up... I'm sure much like you Sheena will go for the Dragon balls... As will I" Toko pulls the necklace from out of his shirt with the piece of horn on "Remember I'm here for you always will be"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion smiles it looks genuine but he is clearly forcing himself to "thanks t-t-toko i needed that" he hugs the baby close she snuggles into his chest falling asleep "i wish she could have seen her at the very least i guess though thats not the case. I'll call you what your mother suggested i'll call her Annabelle"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"She can see her..." Toko mutters under his breath, he looks past bastion with a bittersweet smile at a smiling but teary soul "Annabelle is a great name, I know Azmo would love it"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"i hope so, i-i think i need rest, i dont think is gonna be something i can just handle in a day"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko tries to make chocolate, he gets a Lemon "Huh... Apt when life and all that" he gives it to Bastion, "Not as cheer up as I wanted... Lets do something to take your mind of it, brawl on the moon? Eat Icecream? See where Rock goes? Or do you wanna face your daughters sooner rather than later?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"honestly i think its best to save it till im in a state to tell them, what good is telling them if i cant compose myself" he takes the lemon and for a brief moment his sadness is replaced with confusion he shakes his head "when toko wants life to give him chocolate he gets lemons how apt, i'll be ok i think i just need time to come to terms with this, besides i have this little one to look after now"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">By the time Bastion had said this Toko had made a pile of lemons in frustration trying to make chocolate "Uh...Yeah what sorry uh.... Yeah little one, She's cute, two horns, super powerful... Why do I get the feeling she's gonna be beating us all into old age someday haha" Toko laughs pleased at his attempt to cheer Bastion up "You can make food with lemons right?" he says as the cupboard doors next to him burst open with lemons flooding out.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"i would ask how you didnt think to stop when it didnt work, but its you hey at least im scurvy resistant for a while" he stands up putting the blanket back over Azmo "i'll be ok toko besides i know if things get bad you'll come a running eh?"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"That reminds me I need to fix your door..." Toko picks up a piece of wood "But I'll always come running, hell right now I wont even leave I'll stick with you for as long as you need me" Toko smiles genuinely.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion makes a door out of the lemons somehow and just walks back like it was nothing "thanks i appreciate that"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"You're welcome buddy, not gonna leave you at a time like this, I'll help set up a funeral and stuff later and I'll be here for your kids too" Toko smiles

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Bastion sits down still holding Annabelle and just falls asleep slumpped against one of the tables in the room clearly the day had taken a lot out of him.

I want to die at home.
<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;"> Zucana appears tears streaming down his cheeks and sits by the old tree and stares out to the lake. He places Monarchs mask next to him and he sees a ghostly image of Monarch appear sat next to him. "I love it here." Monarch says quietly "Closest thing to an actual home I ever had..." he smiles.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Zucana smiles at him "Yes I know it is... While here this is by far the most beautiful place we ever found." He pauses "I didn't get a chance to die at home last time... I'm not missing my chance this time." He smiles and holds Monarchs hand "Thank you so much my old friend..."

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Monarch smiles "You're very welcome... I hope I did my job well." They both stare out to the lake silently waiting for their demise.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Room for one more?" Bastion says stepping out from behind the tree holding Azmo close "you were right for once we dont have to fight may as well spend the time we have with the people we love in the place we want to be and i get to share these fleeting moments with my love even if only for a short time " He smiles at Zucana "the sun will be setting soon i have no regrets"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Zucana smiles at Bastion "We, me and Monarch that is." he says clutching his hand (Well his mask but Zucana thinks it's his hand) "We have too many regrets to count... we have done some terrible terrible things but now isn't the time to worry about that... No if I was thinking about all the horrible things I'd done I wouldn't be back right now... All I know is I'm ready... I hurt so many peoples lives that my dream lost all meaning. Now it's time to go home the right way." Monarch also smiles at Bastion though he can't see him. "Zucana... I don't want to go. There's so much we never managed to do. I failed in the one thing I existed to do..." Monarch says. "It's okay friend... you've done more than enough... it's time for us to rest." Zucana whispers to him.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko walks up behind Zucana he puts a hand on his shoulder and stands next to him "Yeah... I wanna die here, it's the most important place in the world" He blubs "At home with family, you, Bastion Silva and Bassoon are all I need"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Silva is sat ahead in the sand next to the Rock "I don't wanna die" he said, watching as far in the distance things start to fade.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Neither do I, but It's our time" Toko through tears looks at Zucana "I...I...I I'm sorry I never got to save you I REALLY tried, me and Monarch I'm sorry we fought so much, but that was how we were, I like to beleive that when we fought you were there too" He stops speaking to cry and hug Zucana, he pulls Bastion to him the three are stuck together, Toko looks at the mask "I'll never forget any of you" he holds them tight, all of his swords from the years together are laid out in a circle around the trio "NEVER LET GO! Bastion I'm so happy I got to be with you as you grew up and had a family, I'm glad I helped you and I'm so happy I met you that day in the ruins, you're more than you ever knew to me, and Zucana I'm just so happy I can see you now" Toko smiles, holding back the tears but a genuine smile "I love you both, you were my life, even if we had bad moments I regret nothing it was nice y'know, I don't wanna go not yet, but I'm glad I had this time with you"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Zucana smiles. "Yes I was always there... somewhere. Just like Monarch is still here with me. It's good to see you again Toko and I suppose Bastion... it's nice to meet you." He grins. He then stands up and walks over to Silver. "Don't worry Silver it'll be over quick as a flash and we'll be somewhere better." He smiles and his wings form "Wanna see a trick?" he smiles. and thousands of butterflies circle around silver and Zucana before flying up and across the lake surface before flying up and creating magical looking patterns in the sky before bursting and shimmering showers of ki fall to the lake surface. A small rainbow forms. And a tiny ki butterfly flies up to Silver and lands on his shoulder. "Heh I guess that one likes you." He said before his wings disappeared. He stays stood where he is looking out to the water.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Silva smiles a bit and turns and hugs Zucana he holds him close "I..I just hope, that whatever happens" his tears interrupt him "That whatever... Happens, my soul will get to be with Toko again, and he'll get to be with you two and we can all be together" He bursts into tears.

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">Toko walks over and hugs them both, slumping the three down onto the ground "Join us Bastion, we'll go out together" he smiles at everyone "no matter what happens, we'll always be together, we may not look the same, or act the same but I'll be there, waiting for all of you, I promise"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"Together like a family, i can't say i want this to happen we are all so young but at least we are together" Bastion drops his facade and lets the tears fall "you all better be their when we reach whatever waits on the other side but i promise you this our souls will meet again that much i swear"

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">As Silva feels sad he feels familiar arms wrap around him "you dummy i'm too inept to just dissapear you know that and you are damn near unkillable we will be fine" Elicia and Brocco join the group to share their final moments

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">As the sun sets over the lake and the world as we know it comes to an end the Chazke trinity and the ones they love remain happy and together to the bitter end. Chazke trinity together till the end together forever. <p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;"> <p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;"> <p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;"> <p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">

<p style="font-family:'DoppioOne',sans-serif;text-align:justify;">"I love you..."