"Rise and Shine, Snow-white!" "Huh?" Tyson slowly started regaining consciousness after yesterday's event. He opened his eyes to see Victor, Xing and Tristan looking down at him. "Guys, I'm ba-" Before he could finish, he paused to look around himself. The first thing he noticed was that his hands were chained with cuffs similar to the ones they used on Kinkaid. He sat up to see that he was not in his room."Tck, what's the meaning of this!?" The ex-hunter snapped. "We can ask you the same thing," Xing replied. "What got over you?" She asked, shooting him a hardened gaze. "I don't know." Tyson was reluctant to tell them about the Etherian."I believe you do, Master Tyson." Tristan pointed. "Is that why you guys locked me up in here!" He snarled. "Where we kept our enemies. Am I the enemy now?" He frowned upon them before looking at Victor. Victor did not wear his usual grin. "We decided we couldn't have you lurking around the cruiser with us if you could seep back into that craz
"Are you sure you want to take your meal in your room Master Tyson?" Tristan had just handed Tyson a tray of food.The ex-hunter decided that he would not be joining the crew for dinner. Tyson nods at the wizard. "You got that right, pointy ears. The last thing I want is to sit at the same table as that association scum." "Very well then," Tristan sighed. "Enjoy your meal." He said, exiting the room. Tyson leaned on his bed with his legs crossed. "I thought he'd never leave."He munched down on his food without a single worry.Although he told the wizard his reasons for not eating with them. He didn't tell him everything. "There's no way I'm eating at that cursed table..."He looked over at the clock in his room. "Any minute now..."As if on cue, a loud explosion came from the direction of the dining hall. Tyson smiled in relief as he continued eating his meal. "Thank you for the meal."LOCATION: PLANET SKRULLInside the office of the Flag master. A frightened Sirius struggled to
The prison planet Buukatraz was about twice the size of a large continent. Being one of the three great prison planets in the cosmos, it boasts an impenetrable fortress where the most notorious criminals were kept. "Alright, I'll go about this one more time. The person we're going to burst out on is on the highest floor of the fortress where the most dangerous criminals are being kept." Victor explained to the crew.Tyson raised his hand as if they were in a class and Victor was the teacher. "Yes, Snow-white?" "I've got just one question, as it seems everyone here is mentally unstable to say what needs to be said. How in the cosmos do you expect us to break into the Buukatraz fortress!?""Simple," Said Victor. "We knocked on their front door. Tyson plopped to the ground. As the ex-hunter got back to his feet, he looked at the others.He pointed at Kinkaid with his thumb."I get the psycho being chill with this, but aren't you supposed to be a wise wizard? And you are a calculatin
The people gathered around the burnt body of the Sniper Saint watched as a bright golden light enveloped him. Kisha was a user of the Light element and has the unique ability to heal fatal wounds."We've been at this for an hour now," Reed's impatience was evident in his tone as he folded his arms. "Are you sure he's not dead?" "Let's hope he's not dead..." Ace walked over to face Reed. "For all of your sakes."The two brothers exchanged glares and turned their gaze toward the Sniper Saint after they heard him coughing. "Jacob!"Ace, Harold, and Reginald gather around Kisha and the Sniper Saint. He tried to speak but was stopped by Kisha. "Don't... Stress... Yourself... Not... Done..."She then glances at Ace and Reginald and the three of them nodded their heads, unbeknownst to everyone around them. "Full... Burst:Heal... Pulse!" She declared as the light around Jacob grew bigger, blinding everyone around the place momentarily.The lights dimmed down, and the Sniper Saint was f
"This is insane." Tyson scanned the place that was about to become a battlefield. The number of guards present was 5 times larger than the guards they defeated to get here. The majority of the guards were armed with either low-grade magical weapons or Astro-techs sponsored by the association. A minority were seen carrying weapons forged with Fellium ore. The biggest issue wasn't the guards, but the man leading them. "I don't need any sensory abilities to tell he's strong," Tyson said to himself. "Is it because of my Black astral awakening?"It was true that since awakening his black astral, his battle senses had improved."Are you getting cold feet?" Xing asked. Tyson responded with a smirk. "Me? Cold feet? I'll be honest, a few months ago, I'd have been shitting my pants if I was in the same situation. But that was then and this is now. If anything, these chumps should be the ones getting cold feet.""Of course, you won't get cold feet Ty," Kinkaid intervened. "You fought me, di
"Come on, don't slow me down!" Tyson and Kinkaid were running along the stairs."You try running up these stairs while carrying a giant scythe.""Shut up and run, we're almost on the 4th floor. Peck is on the 5th floor!" "Meteor Crash!" "Huh?" The two paused in their tracks as a mini-sized meteor came falling in their direction. "Move it!" Kinkaid pushed Tyson out of the way as the Meteor went past them, crashing into the floor beneath them. It created a hole deep enough for them to see to the first floor."That was close..." Said Tyson. "You're welcome." "I didn't remember saying thank you!" The ex-hunter snapped. "Enough of that," Kinkaid grinned as he looked at them where the attack had come. "We have guests." They saw two figures looking below them from the top staircase. They jumped to their floor, landing a few feet away from them. One of them was large and bulky, the other had a thin physique and wore a mask that covered his nose and mouth. "My my, how the great have
"Huff. Huff." Tyson was covered with dozens of cut wounds. "Hahahahaha!" Varis laughed maniacally as he appeared in front of the ex-hunter. "Yield and I might just spare your life." Tyson responded with a light chuckle and a smirk, making Varis grit his teeth. "I'm sorry, I didn't realize I was telling a joke. Maybe I should stop using this dagger I picked up on our way here." Varis tossed the dagger he was holding. He then raises his hand and channels his astral energy until an energy blade is formed. Tyson gasped. 'He created an astral blade?' " Hahaha! Judging by your reaction, I'd say you've only started learning about the basics of using astral." 'Unlike astral projection where the user emits their astral energy out of their body, he emits his astral energy and keeps it attached to a part of his body while shaping said energy, incredible.' Tyson noted to himself. "Scared now?" Varis puffed his chest. "With my astral blade and flashing steps, I am untouchable." "Why am
LOCATION: BHA HQ, PLANET SKRULL.Inside the office of the Flag master was Harold having a smoke while looking over a paper.He hears a knock and puts out the smoke. "Come in." A man walked through which made Harold wear a disgusted look."What are you doing here?" "My my, is that a way to talk to your fellow Flag Master, Harold?" The man standing in front of Harold was none other than Flag Master Leonidas."You may wear the uniform of a Flag Master but mind you," Harold adjusted his monocle. "You're still the same criminal scum who got involved with Victor Knight." Leonidas walked closer and sat at the desk. "If I recall, I wasn't the only one who had a history with Victor." "Grr, our cases are different. He was my mentor and friend before he defected. You were his vice-captain before you changed sides.""I saw an opportunity and took it, as an opportunist, that's what we do." He stated as he picked up the cigarette box on the desk and took a stick."Would you mind?" He said to
"What brings you here, Grim!?" Tyson's voice rang out, filled with surprise and disbelief."My, is that any way to address your beloved teacher?" Grim responded with a smirk, drawing everyone's attention towards Tyson."He's the most psychotic person in the House of Bronze. My father might lead, but Grim, he's pure evil," Tyson explained, his tone serious."Stop it!" Grim chuckled, gently touching his cheek. "You're making me blush.""Tck, Kaz!" Tyson turned to his vice captain.Kaz met Tyson's gaze and nodded. "Got it," he said, placing his hand on Tyson's, transferring some of his own energy."Thanks," Tyson said gratefully as he felt his powers replenish. It wasn't full strength, but it would do for what lay ahead."Three Dons, the strongest assassins of the house, using shadow or dark elements, and Grim, on par with them," Tyson summarised."Everyone," Tyson addressed his friends. "I can't guarantee our safety. If you want to leave, I'll understand.""No way am I missing this! I w
The tournament kept progressing;; Tyson advanced after a brutal battle with his brother and mademade it to the final to face Zod.The bustling cheers of the crowd echoed more vibrantlyvibrantly than ever,ever, for today, the vagrant games shall end.The seats were filled. The streets of the city were nearly emptyempty as everyone was in the colloseum. Even previous participants wanted to see who would win the tournament. "Ladies and gentlemen, We have our two finalists ready!" Tyson and Zod were facing each other in the arena. They both hadhad wide smiles on their faces. "So, it's happening,happening, AstralEnergy, isn't Energy, isn't it?" "That it is, Tyson Bronze. I look forward to a memorable battle with you." Zod stretchesstretches his arm for the ex-assassinassassin. Much to the crowd's amazement, the two of them share a handshake. "I'm going to win,win, but, yeah, good luck, Zod." "Go Zoddy!" Kira cheered from the crowd. She was seated with the Nightshades and Enders. B
"Hahaha!" Vladimir bursts into laughter, impressed. "Amazing! You developed the mantra ability.""I've levelled up too, Sir Vladimir," Farrow responds confidently."Nevertheless, this match is mine for the taking... Blue Boomerang," Vladimir declares as he hurls his hammer at the archer.Farrow stands unfazed, stretching his hand forward."Impossible!" Vladimir grapples with the unexpected turn of events, while murmurs ripple through the colosseum.Farrow effortlessly halts the hammer with one hand, stunning everyone."How?" Vladimir asks, bewildered."This is the power of the mantra!" Farrow explains as strange markings emerge on his body.The mantra technique involves chanting phrases, granting the user the ability to drain the astral energy of non-living components, weakening them momentarily."With the mantra, every attack from a magic item or coated by animation is rendered nearly useless," Farrow elucidates.Vladimir realises that Farrow's mantra can drain the astral energy of m
"So, that's it."The Nightshade clan was on the deck of the Mini-Cruiser, enjoying the food Tyson had brought from the Eastern continent.Vladimir had a mountain of food in front of him, diving in eagerly."Can't you eat slowly, big guy?" Ernie joked."A man has to eat fast if he wants to grow fast.""Preach on, brother!" The guitarist nodded in agreement, taking a puff from his blunt. "Also, congrats to all of you for making it to the second round." He gave them a thumbs-up."You all did well," Kaz commented."But it only gets harder from here," Lilith added.The Nightshade clan faced tough competition, and even though they were the only clan to have all members qualify for the second round, they might end up facing each other."Yeah, there are a tonne of commendable fighters who made it through the first round," Farrow added."There's the Enders, Red Souls, and Valhalla clans.""Rhea and Crimson, I hope I fight one of them soon!""You hope to fight everyone soon!" Kaz scolded."Leav
"You're a lone brave, right? Say, Would you like to join my clan?""Ehhh!?" Tyson's unexpected offer surprised everyone."Hehe, it's typical for Tyson to do something unexpected," Ernie commented.Even the Dragon Constellar was taken aback by the ex-assassin's actions.She glanced at Maggie. "Is he always like that?""You have no idea, sister."Tyson confronted the Ice Mage. "So... what's your decision?"Jakeem burst into laughter. "You're quite the wild one, aren't you?"He jumped back, creating an ice wall. "I like your bluntness, but I must decline your offer.""Ehhh!" The crowd reacted in shock."He declined...""A chance to join the Nightshade clan!?"Jakeem conjured an icicle blast, causing the ice wall to rumble."Trouble," Tyson's senses warned as he activated his glider mode."Point One: Glider!" His dark Anima wings emerged.Farrow's eyes lit up at the sight of Tyson's new form. "Sir Tyson has improved without his shadow magic item.""That's expected of our captain," Vladimi
"A lone brave, huh?" Jake remarked.Lone braves were those who tackled the zodiac crypts' trials solo, without affiliating with any clan.The exception was the first zodiac crypt, where a rule mandated teams of four.After that, they faced the trials alone."This won't be an easy battle for Chase," Lexi chimed in."Don't worry, guys," Rhea interjected. "We've all gotten better, right? Lone brave or not, Chase will impress!""The match is starting.""Hey speedster, ready to face the ripster?" Rip teased.Chase tilted his head, then shifted to a serious expression."They say you lone Braves pack a punch." Chase mused as his boots glowed. "Some even call you socially awkward."Tyson eagerly anticipated their clash, recalling their previous fight where Chase's speed had posed a challenge.As Chase and Rip faced off, Tyson reminisced about their encounter."I've been itching for a rematch with Chase at full power," Tyson mused, his smile turning into a frown. "Too bad he's going down.""Wh
"What!" "What do you mean we can't all participate?" The Nightshade clan was currently about to register for the tournament. The woman sitting at the other side of the desk looked at them with an unfazed expression. "I'm sorry, those are the rules. A clan can have at most 5 participants for the tournament." Tyson slammed his hands on the desk. "But..." "There is no, but I'm afraid. Rules are rules. It was set this way to allow Braves that are not affiliated with clans and smaller clans to participate. The requirement is that you flash the hidden markings you get for solving the zodiac crypts.""I see." The ex-assassin finally gave up as he turned to his clanmates. He counted himself, Kaz, Ernie, Farrow, Maggie, Vladimir, and Lilith."Don't sweat it, dudes and dudettes." "Yeah, Sir Ernie said he wouldn't be participating." "Is it because of that thing?" Kaz addressed the guitarist. "Who knows?" Ernie shrugged off the question as he pocketed his hands. "That leaves six of u
"Ladies and gentlemen!" A man's voice echoed through the bustling streets of Lundar. "You have all waited for this day ever since we were chosen to host the 47th annual Vagrant Games here in Lundar!" In the middle of the city was a broad colosseum. There is a big arena in the middle, and several thousand seats are being occupied by the minute. It was truly a sight to behold. A large microphone erected from a pole in the arena carried the voice of the commentator. "In less than a few hours, Braves and Clans from around the continent who have peered through the difficulties and concurred three of the famed zodiac crypts shall battle for the grand prise of 1 million peaks, access codes to vintage websites of the past world, and for the first time in the history of the tournament, we will be issuing a magic item. All these prizes are for the first place alone.""Hurry up, guys!" Tyson cheerfully calls out to Kaz and Lilith, who were dragging heavy loads. "Maybe we won't be so slow i
It has been a day since the raid on the Elder's secret chambers. Elder Baraya had recovered completely thanks to Kisha using a healing pulse on him. Most parts of the chambers were ravaged, and all the ninjas that were still alive were rounded up and locked somewhere. "Let the meeting begin!" Elder Ram declares from the altar as he and Baraya look down on the Constellars, Tyson, and Kaz. "I told Lex to head to Lundar if he escapes." Tyson states. "And I've spoken with the others; I briefed them on everything that has transpired so far; they will be heading to Lundar today, leaving me and Tyson left." At first, the vagrant games were merely a way for the Nightshade clan to test their might against other clans. But as the events unfolded, they found out that one of the clans participating in the tournament was the Valhalla clan. A clan that works directly under Hudson is one of their common enemies with the Constellars. "Adacus..." Elder Ram called for the retired Constellar.