Along the route leading to the Capital of Cronoa, a carriage was passing through."You truly plan on going against your own family, brother?""I lost my brother the day you let your hatred for relics turn into an obsession."Rohan was driving the carriage with his brother tied and seated behind him."I plan on conveying the truth to the king, that it was you who shared letters with the enemy and framed Rhea."He carefully maneuvers through the bumpy road."I will bring you to justice, that shall be my repent-"Just as he was about to finish, an arrow flew in their direction.'Tsk. Ambush!?'He avoided most of the arrows that aimed for them.Eventually, he couldn't dodge an exploding arrow that sent them crashing into a tree.Rohan burst his head as his vision got blurry. He could see the silhouette of a woman standing in front of them with a dozen archers behind her.He sneered at the sight of the woman untying his brother as they all looked down at him."What do we do with him, comma
Inside a shaggy tent in the middle of a forest, a bandaged Rohan was starting to regain consciousness."Argh, w-where am I?"He sits up and holds his head, wincing in pain as he recalls the incident that transpired which led to his current condition.Rohan clenched his trembling fists, releasing his aura in a fit of rage.He planned on having his brother return to Cronoa with him so he could face his crimes."That mad man is loose out there and it's all my fault."Rohan managed to eventually calm down a bit as his aura disappeared."Caww!!"He hears the cawing of a bird from outside the tent and decides to check it out.As he steps outside the tent he sees a rainbow-colored bird flying towards him and spots an old man trailing not too far behind."Huhuhu. It seems the youngin has finally awakened, Ada.""Woah!"Ace and co. have completed their first trial in the Aquarius crypt and await the final test.They were currently walking in a vast hall that depicts numerous hieroglyphics."I'
"Thank you for taking care of me, old man." Rohan bowed his head to shuntal in gratitude for saving his life and nurturing him back to health.The two stood in the middle of a junction that connects to three paths with a sign sitting in the middle that depicts pictures of two arrows pointing in different directions with words in it."Huhuhu, take care of yourself, the path you choose to take will not be an easy one."Cawww! Ada cries as it lands on Rohan's shoulders with Rohan petting the bird."Haha, I'm gonna miss you too Ada."Rohan waves at the duo as they took off in the path that reads "Black seed" while he sets off towards the path leading to Cronoa."Ahh! this wine is divine," Conroy comments as he chugs down his cup of wine.They all drank and enjoyed the wine that was served to them by Ciel's attendant."I have traveled far and wide and have tasted different wines. But this, This tastes like heaven!" Vorus declares as he received another serving and chugs it down as well."P
Black seed was a secluded area not belonging to any region. It was like a black market for braves of all kinds.Relics, information, maps to hidden crypts were all traded here.But today, Black seed was going to serve as a meeting venue...Shuntal walked into a dark and shaggy building, the inside looked much like a cafe and there were six other figures in the cafe."Well well well, if it isn't the pacifist geezer himself." A man wearing a black hat and a blazer mocked at the appearance of Shuntal."Huhuhu." Shuntal caresses his beard. "It's good to see you again, Dark Saint.""Shuntaaaaaaaal." A teenage girl ran up to the old man and hugged him, her eyes shone brightly as she increased her grip around the old saint."Ahh, careful Lela, I'm not as sturdy as I used to be."He chuckles as she lets go of the grip and they all made their way to a round table with seven chairs.A man dressed as a waiter came over from the bartender's bar and served them each a cup of tea and some biscuits.
In a hidden base just outside of Cronoa..."Those accursed relic users, Ace, Rhea... I will make them all pay for the humiliation I went through."He slammed his fist on a desk shattering it in the process."Commander, please calm down, if you leak your aura, the Region's sensory team might lock on to us."He took three deep breaths and walked towards the screen depicting surveillance video of their surroundings.He smirked as he noticed Rohan making his way into the Region."Guess the little traitor managed to survive. Doesn't matter anymore with what I have in store."His phoned beeped and he pulled it out of his pocket answering the call in the process.A faint muttering voice could be heard over the phone."Everything is ready for your arrival. You shall have what you are looking for and I shall become King."The base at that time was filled with the maniacal laughter of the former general."This boy right here, what's his name?"Ace and the crew have managed to pass all the diffi
"So, it's settled then?""We...apprehend...Stark...First...""Yeah, and ol' gutsy here is more than willin' to blow a hole in that bastard's lil' head."The Seven Saints were currently discussing their next course of action towards the war that's brewing.Just then, The Sniper Saint aimed and fired a shot at the entrance of the cafe, the bullet punctured through the closed door.He then rushes outside to find no one there, but just before he could turn back, he noticed blood splattered on the ground.A smile crosses his face as he made his way back into the cafe."I never miss."Unbeknownst to all of them, in an alleyway just a few blocks away from the cafe, the injured figure was holding his left arm and applying pressure."Heh, that was close."He pulled out a handkerchief and shoved it into his mouth.Bracing himself, he closed his eyes and dug his hand deep into the open wound. Groaning in pain, he managed to pull out the bullet then followed up to cover the wound up with the hand
Inside the throne room of the Capital of Cronoa, Rohan had just arrived and was in the presence of the King and the Generals."Roro, we've got your transmission." Gantala was the first to speak."If your bastard of a brother truly is a traitor then why didn't you bring him back here?"Axel questioned the loyalty of Rohan towards the Region rather than that of his brother, it was understandable too."You only listen to your brother, why should we trust the words of someone like you? If anything, we should lock you up for conspiring against the nation.""On our way here, I was ambushed by his followers and left for dead." He said the last part in a harsher tone as he clenched his fists."Rada Khan is dangerous my liege, knowing my brother, he will have plans to attack the Capital any moment now, we must rally the troops.""Hah!" The king struck his beard as he stood up. "One man and an army of what, a few dozens against my nation?" He spread his arms apart as the soldiers inside the thr
"Finally home..."Rohan walked into a beautiful only for him to be sent crashing down by the force of three children tackling him."Big bro Rahan!""You're back you're back you're back!""We missed you!""Tell us some stories of your adventures."This was the orphanage that Rohan and Rada Khan grew up in as kids alongside Rhea and the Enders clan.They could hear the chuckles of Rohan which seemingly turned into laughter as they got up and allowed him to sit down.Rohan is someone who rarely smiles let alone laugh.But he always finds himself feeling carefree and joyful whenever he's around the little kids.He hugged them all tightly and made their way to the playground.As he watches how some of the kids were playing and running around under the crescent moon, he smiled. A smile devoid of pain, a smile that showcased the love he has for all the children of the orphanage."I'm back, everyone." He doesn't smile much, but the smile on his face right now was pure and blissful in every wa
"So, this is it." Ace faced his teammates. He recalled all the difficulties and trials they faced together. "We've been through alot, huh?" Reginald smirked. The others wore saddened expressions. "This goodbye is not forever, sir Ace." Conroy says struggling to put his emotions in check. "Yes!" Vorus exclaims as he throws his arms in the air. "When You return, I shall challenge you, Captain!" "I'll be sure to share my findings with you." Maggie added. "Yeah bro, we'll rock it out when you get back." Ernie added. "I'll keep these rascals in check for you." Said Kaz. "Guys..." Ace's eyes sparkled. He bows silently and turns to Ryker who was waiting for him with the Cruiser. "I'll miss you..."
"Finally!" Ryker exclaimed as he spreads his arms apart. "I can breathe fresh air again!"He, Jackal and Zera have made their way back to the Black Stallion."Well?" Jackal turned to the vampire. "What do you think of Stally?" He asked with a grin as he puffs out his chest.Zera scans the cruiser momentarily before setting her gaze back to its captain. "She's as vibrant as ever." She remarked with a smile.Ryker wore a stoic expression as he glances at the two. 'Why are they talking as if the cruiser is a living thing?'Just then, Ming approached them."Ming..." Zera said in a cold tone.Ryker felt a chill run down his spine. She gave off the same vibe as earlier when they met. The look was aimed at the android yet he felt restless."Zera..." Ming responded in a similar manner."I see Jackie still hasn't taken you for recycling.""I see you're still trying to pass off as a young and beautiful woman despite being an old hag."A vein popped on the vampire's head. Zera gritted her teeth
"You didn't have to go that far." Tommaso had returned to his room where he was met with the sight of Keith. "I thought you weren't coming till after your match?" "Don't change the subject!" Keith snapped at Tommaso. "Watch how you address me. I'm the captain here." "Pfft. Have you forgotten that I'm merely a part of your clan for conditional reasons? We're here to win the access codes." "Yeah yeah but that doesn't change the fact that I'm thr boss around here." Tommaso brushes off Keith's shoulder and made his way to the bed. He sat down and clutches his hands. His body was shaking excessively as he lowers his head. "That girl was stupid enough to awaken my taste for blood.""You almost killed her. As much as I love a good showing of brutality, that would have disqualified you." "You think your brother would just sit by and let me kill his clan mate? I thought you knew him better than that given that you two are twins." Keith clicked his tongue. "If I was you, I'd be worr
Ace used his strongest attack to attack Jester as Reginald and the Saints watched the mad clown get encased in the explosion of the massive slash attack."Is that it?" Asked Reginald. "I'm afraid not, lad." The dust clears and Jester remains standing although he had suffered considerable damage from the attack. He held his shoulder as his clones gathered around him. "These are your super clones?""The boy who barely killed one of my fingers has developed this much?" Jester didn't bat an eye away from Ace. He can share the same memories as his clones, so he recalls all the events that transpired with his clone that fought beside Rada Khan. "Harold," Ace looked at the Dark Saint. "Can I count on you and Jacob to take care of these clones? I want Jester myself." The two Saints nod their heads as the four clones divided themselves and approached them. "Kisha!" Harold called out to the Sloth Saint. "Elders Ram and Bari are in the rehabilitation room, you have to heal Bari."Kisha
"Black Guillotine!" Ace used his strongest attack to attack Jester as Reginald and the Saints watched the mad clown get encased in the explosion of the massive slash attack."Is that it?" Asked Reginald. "I'm afraid not, lad." The dust clears and Jester remains standing although he had suffered considerable damage from the attack. He held his shoulder as his clones gathered around him. "These are your super clones?""The boy who barely killed one of my fingers has developed this much?" Jester didn't bat an eye away from Ace. He can share the same memories as his clones, so he recalls all the events that transpired with his clone that fought beside Rada Khan. "Harold," Ace looked at the Dark Saint. "Can I count on you and Jacob to take care of these clones? I want Jester myself." The two Saints nod their heads as the four clones divided themselves and approached them. "Kisha!" Harold called out to the Sloth Saint. "Elders Ram and Bari are in the rehabilitation room, you have
It was now day 4 of the Vagrant games, the day of the quarter-finals. The crowd was vibrant as always.The announcer made his introduction speech giving the names of the participants that have made it thus far. "Ladies and gentlemen, this tournament keeps hotter by the day! For our first match, a battle you all have waited eagerly for... Two captains pitched against one another in a fight that will be nothing short of a final before the final... Ace Shadows vs Tommaso!"The crowd cheered and booed for Ace and Tommaso respectively. The Aegis clan had all gathered at the bleachers to watch the match. They glared at the captain of the Valhalla clan as he descended to the bleachers. Tommaso had a smug look on his face as he looked at Ace who had waited for him to descend. "You finally get me, one on one. Are you excited?" Ace darts Tommaso with a venomous look.His hands were shaking excessively. It wasn't out of fear, but out of rage. He recalled the way the man in front of him bru
Ryker Steele, a C-Grade interstellar bounty hunter was left for dead by the very people he worked for. Drifting in the endless void of space, he was beamed by an unknown cruiser and found himself in the care of a peculiar man. "Let's conquer the cosmos together and along the way, you'll have your revenge on the association." He receives a power unlike any other from a mysterious being. Will he get his revenge? Or will he find a new purpose in his life It was now day 4 of the Vagrant games, the day of the quarter-finals. The crowd was vibrant as always. The announcer made his introduction speech giving the names of the participants that have made it thus far. "Ladies and gentlemen, this tournament keeps hotter by the day! For our first match, a battle you all have waited eagerly for... Two captains pitched against one another in a fight that will be nothing short of a final before the final... Ace Shadows vs Tommaso!" The crowd cheered and booed for Ace and Tommaso respectively
Ryker Steele, a C-Grade interstellar bounty hunter was left for dead by the very people he worked for.Drifting in the endless void of space, he was beamed by an unknown cruiser and found himself in the care of a peculiar man."Let's conquer the cosmos together and along the way, you'll have your revenge on the association."He receives a power unlike any other from a mysterious being. Will he get his revenge? Or will he find a new purpose in his life It was now day 4 of the Vagrant games, the day of the quarter-finals. The crowd was vibrant as always.The announcer made his introduction speech giving the names of the participants that have made it thus far. "Ladies and gentlemen, this tournament keeps hotter by the day! For our first match, a battle you all have waited eagerly for... Two captains pitched against one another in a fight that will be nothing short of a final before the final... Ace Shadows vs Tommaso!"The crowd cheered and booed for Ace and Tommaso respectively. The
"Black Guillotine!" Ace used his strongest attack to attack Jester as Reginald and the Saints watched the mad clown get encased in the explosion of the massive slash attack."Is that it?" Asked Reginald. "I'm afraid not, lad." The dust clears and Jester remains standing although he had suffered considerable damage from the attack. He held his shoulder as his clones gathered around him. "These are your super clones?""The boy who barely killed one of my fingers has developed this much?" Jester didn't bat an eye away from Ace. He can share the same memories as his clones, so he recalls all the events that transpired with his clone that fought beside Rada Khan. "Harold," Ace looked at the Dark Saint. "Can I count on you and Jacob to take care of these clones? I want Jester myself." The two Saints nod their heads as the four clones divided themselves and approached them. "Kisha!" Harold called out to the Sloth Saint. "Elders Ram and Bari are in the rehabilitation room, you have