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An eventful Reunion [Tsukiko][Armor hunt]
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Post by Tsukiko & The Ashikaga Clan on Oct 13, 2018 22:20:17 GMT
Trying to deny Argus was right would have been stupid. Even though her pride would be shattered into a million pieces, if Kazuya had discovered it was Tsukiko following him, he would have thought she was still in love with him or something idiotic like that; never that she was perusing him for being a wanted Digital World criminal, so it was definitely much less risky she pursued him. Feeling convinced with this answer, the girl decided to not keep asking about that subject and she just observed how the man gladly approached the item on her table while her lower lip wrinkled. Why did she feel so bad about this? Why did she feel like something was wrong? Was she just being paranoid or was there some sixth sense telling her that this guy was not good? Even if this were the case, there wasn’t much that she could do now; she had handled the digimental to him, and that was the bottom line.
The pink haired girl just stood there, her eyes wide open as a bright light glowed while the man inserted the digimental into his body. –What… are you? –Came out from the girl’s lips as she stared at the man. The whole scene was a little unsettling, but at least it seemed like it was finally over.
An inaudible sigh escaped the blue-eyed as she heard how the man had apparently bought her story about the digivice, the whole situation was tense, and it was all making her a little sweaty. At this point, even when Argus’ explanation sounded very far from plausible, to say the least, the girl wasn’t even going to try to discuss it, she was scared, sort of confused and just wanted this man to leave her home. She tried to step back while he took some steps towards her, but she simply decided to stay still and try to not make things worse. –I-It’s nothing like that… I just was…. Curious. –The girl stuttered an answer as best as she could, being fairly paralyzed by the blonde man’s intimidating aura. It was like she could feel his digimon presence all over again; she was feeling the exact same way as she felt inside the alley early that day when he showed himself as a Duskmon. Her whole body was heavy and she was having trouble to breathe.
At this point, Tsukiko even had trouble to pay attention to what the man was actually saying. It wasn’t just the man’s words, it was the way he said them, his tone, the gloomy energy that could be felt around him. After he is done dealing with Kazuya? What did he mean? What was he going to do? The girl tried to ask, but at this point, that would make her even more suspicious. No, it wasn’t like that, she wasn’t even thinking about what to say or not now, she was just too scared by this man’s presence she couldn’t even talk. She couldn’t differentiate if this was the aura of a powerful digimon or what she was feeling was pure evil. Just when her gaze met his, the man’s eyes scared her even more, and she felt like she was about to scream.
-Sensei! –Mitsuharu had arrived at the living room, coming from Tsukiko’s room. The voice of the Bushi Agumon broke the tense environment that could be felt across the layout. He simply gazed at Argus, not at all in a friendly way. -Well… I guess that’s all, isn’t it? You’ve got the digimental so nothing more is needed. –The girl didn’t even want to talk about getting the digivice for him now, she just needed to be away from this man at the moment.
Once Argus had left, the girl would walk towards Mitsuharu and just hugged him for at least a couple of minutes. –Sensei… -Where were you? –Tsukiko’s eyes teared up a little. She couldn’t deny it, she felt scared; scared of Argus, scared of what he could do with that power, scared of having helped him and… Fairly, yes, scared of what he was going to do to Kazuya. –I thought you were going to be here when he came so he didn’t suspect you had Kazu-chan’s digivice. -I was going to, but… I found something. You’ve got to see this.
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Post by Kazuya and Royland on Oct 13, 2018 23:42:48 GMT
Argus chuckled a bit as he noticed the really scared Tsukiko,he knew this would happen after he attempts this manuever to mix the data of the digimental with his own data. In all honesty that was reckless move to begin with, there was no way Argus would know that doing wont cause an error that might end up destroying him, but it was a risk he was more than willing to take. And you know what they say fortune favours the bold, it was successful. After he was done he turned to Tsuki and said "dont be like that, you look like you saw a ghost." Argus said a bit sarcastic, he seemed to be enjoying this.
The man looked at Tsukiko as she tried to give him a reason for her sudden increase of questions, Argus had some suspicion that she was betraying him. But that was not nearly as important as the fact that she already did her job well, she brought him the digimental. "I see, well thats fine I suppose." The man said by now he was completely dominating the conversation as he could feel the fear the girl felt right now, which was a good thing all things considered, he would'nt want her to chase him after all, he got somewhat attached to her it will be a shame if he would need to dispose of her. But if she and her prideful digimon friend decide to follow him he would immediately dispose of them. He looked around the room once more, hoping to find the bushi agumon but he did not find anything. He was weirded out but ultimately decided that this should not bother him that much, after he has the digimental.
"I guess you are right, its been fun working with you Tsukiko. Now I need to go and see Kazuya and Royland, and take them to court." He said with a devious and malicious intent, he was almost excited at what he can finally do soon. He then exists the house, quickly heading out to Kazuya's home.
After reaching the man hid behind a wall as he listened on the conversation held by Kazuya and Royland.
"I cant believe I lost my digivice, I am so stupid. Damn it these is really bad, how can I recover from this." The man said panickly, his tone clearly indicating panic and fear. He was unsure of how he is gonna get himself out of this mess, he thought that maybe just maybe there was no way out of this mess. His body language help stress his fear, he is never in one place as he is constantly walking back and forth, his hand running through his jet black hair. Clearly his panic is justified.
The blonde boy however was much more calm and prepared for such a situation, his body was still and calm as he watched his partner panic. "Calm down Kazuya, you are not to blame for this. What happened already happened, no use crying over spilled milk. We should calm down collect our thoughts and think of a way to solve this." The two then continued to talk about this issue, While Argus listened on them.
And the first thing he realized was that Tsukiko ended up lying to him about the digivice, this understandably made him furious. Infact he was song angry he clenched his fist and almost came close to smashing the wall he was using as cover, but he managed to calm down. "Well no need to get upset, I can deal with the girl after I kill Royland and Kazuya. " he said as a smile painted his face as he slowly returned to his original form that of duskmon.
The duskmon then immediately jumped out of the cover and aimed at the blonde kid, who immediately jumped back dodging the duskmon's blade and reverted to his Spadamon form. Roy was clearly confused at was going on but suprising no one he managed to dodge the couple of attacks Duskmon threw, they were clearly not seirous but more aimed to test the limits of Roy but still dodging every single one of them was still impressive. But what scared Roy was the fact that he was not able to find not even one single opening on Argus's moves, but he kept on dodging.
"Oh my god whats going on, why is a digimon attacking us on the human world. And why did it have to be now of all times, God damn it this does not make any sense. " Kazuya exclaimed angirly, completely panicking over what is happening.
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Post by Tsukiko & The Ashikaga Clan on Oct 14, 2018 1:31:04 GMT
-Huh? –Even though it was common to see Mitsuharu with a serious expression; this time he looked rather shocked or even scared at whatever he wanted to show Tsukiko. –What is it? –The digimon just let go from the hug and walked through the hallway back towards the girl’s bedroom, while she only followed.
The light was on and the curtains remained closed, nothing seemed to be off about the layout of that space, except for the item laying on top of the blue sheets covering the mattress of her bed. For some seconds, the girl thought it was Kazuya’s device, that until she caught a glance of her ex-boyfriend’s gadget being on Mitsuharu’s hand. Her blue eyes widened upon the sight, denoting she was definitely not prepared for this, not only because of how shocking it was to find such item inside her bedroom but because all the things it probably denoted that she really couldn’t process at the moment.
-W-What is this? –Still a little startled, the girl picked up the item from her bed. There was no mistake, it was exactly what she thought it was: a digivice. –Where did you find this, Mitsuharu? -I fell asleep near your window for a while too, as I always do, Sensei. A flash of light woke me up around half an hour ago and then I saw this. I don’t know why or how, but it just… appeared here. –It was true there were many things Mitsuharu couldn’t explain, but seeing him so confused about something that had happened right next to him was clearly something else. –Sensei… -For a second, doubts about whether he should tell Tsukiko this or not flooded his mind, but he decided to be sincere about how he felt. –… I think… No, I am certain, this digivice belongs to you. -To me!? –Well, if just for one minute it appeared like this day of odd revelations and scary truths was over, this exact same moment proved both that was not the case. –What are you talking about? How could you say that?
-I can’t quite put it into words, Sensei, but I can feel it. I feel a special bond between that object, you and I. That thing bounds us both.
-Bounds us? –The girl started fiddling with the object, looking for any kind of answers.
Bushi Agumon. The family crest adorning its chest is proof of its status as a super-swordsman, at least according to Bushi Agumon itself, though there's no denying that its swordsmanship is first-rate.
-This is you! –Right at the screen, some information about Mitsuharu’s species appeared. –This thing is… mine? -There’s something more. –Out of his kimono, Mitsuharu pulled out a silver device with a wider screen. –It says this is called a D-Terminal. It was next to the digivice. Look… -The dinosaur showed the screen of the machine to Tsukiko, the words ‘Digimental Storage’ could be read. –Between other stuff, this is used to store Digimentals, just like the digivice. I think this is what Argus was talking about earlier, about digimon partnered with humans. Sensei… I think I am your digimon partner, just like Kazuya Oda is with that Royland. –At first, the information seemed like too much at once, but then the girl was finally able to start putting two and two together. –I can’t be! You and I? That’s… -A wide smile started forming in Tsukiko’s face, but as she realized what this meant, her countenance turned into a worried one, just like that of Mitsuharu’s. –I-It can’t be…! If I have one of these that means Kazu-chan…
-We didn’t do any kind of harm and we’ve got one of these, Sensei. If that man had one that means that’s just a prove of his partnership with his own digimon partner. If digimentals are in fact made to be stored in these devices, there’s not any real proof Kazuya Oda stole that digimental. I can’t tell for sure but having the same kind of device it could mean he is… -Innocent. That's what Mitsuharu wanted to say. That's what Tsukiko deep down always knew.
The girl simply fell into her knees, two hands into her mouth and an extremely worried expression. She would be lying if she said she hadn’t been thinking about this since everything started, but now that there was actually no proof about Kazuya being a criminal, everything came up to her. She had felt the evil energy surrounding Argus, she knew he couldn't be trusted. –DAMN IT! –The girl hit the ground with her fists repeatedly, completely frustrated. She had been tricked, she had been used, and she had put Kazuya in danger, in real danger. -Mitsuharu… -She slowly turned to her digimon partner. –WHAT HAVE I DONE?
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Post by Kazuya and Royland on Oct 14, 2018 15:57:50 GMT
Royland was barely managing to dodge Duskmon's attacks, the dark digimon swift blades were dangerous. Royland knew that if he were to get hit by his red swords he wont be able to survive, atleast not for long. "Halt stranger, I desire to know your name and your reason for attacking us. " Roy said as he clenched his sword, taking a couple of steps back, trying to gain some distance between him and the Duskmon.
Argus chuckled, he stopped his attack and looked around. The view of Royland fighting through his fear and Kazuya letting the fear get through him, "I guess you can say that I am a spectre of the past, here to take my revenge." He said in a calm and eleqouent way.
"Stop messing around you monster, just say who you are and what do you want from us ?" Royland said, his teeth clenched. The situation he was in was dire, no digimental, no digivice and fighting in the human world. Luckily there was no one around to see them, but still there is no gurantee that the situation will continue to be like that, he needed to change the battle arena but how ?
(Damn it damn it damn it damn it damn it damn it damn it damn it, what is going on, why now!? Wait a minute calm down Kazuya, just breathe. The dissappearing of my digivice and the appearance of this digimon cannot be a coincedence, damn it I have a risky option. I am gonna fight through the pain and drive us throught the river, there is a chance we can get to terminus, but there is also a chance we will be in the dark area, damn it all.) Kazuya thought process was hectic as he had his back to the wall, the best thing he can do now is put his fate up to luck.
The fight continued on as Roy continued to dodge, thats the only thing he could do. As time goes on, its clear to everyone involved, there is no way Roy can win, atleast not like this.
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Post by Tsukiko & The Ashikaga Clan on Oct 16, 2018 5:37:06 GMT
So… remember when I told you I was about to face much scarier things than having a blind date with some lame guy my mom set me up with? Well, I think driving in the middle of the night to try saving your hatred ex-boyfriend from an evil interdimensional digital creature that looks like something straight out of a horror novel beats that by the punch. But there I was, Tsukiko Ashikaga, going at full throttle in my pink scooter with that little creature I had found last Saturday, right inside my purse, which by the way, was my digimon partner; something that I really still had not assimilated since I was kind of busy… well, realizing I was probably the reason why Kazuya was about to get killed. And this wasn’t like I didn’t hate him anymore or about something like that; oh no, I still hate him very much, this, is just about taking responsibility. You'll see what I'm talking about in a bit. Anyways, back to the story right?
In some sense, Tsukiko, a lover of adrenaline, was used to speed driving in her scooter now and then, but this was plainly ridiculous, she was driving so fast she could only be grateful it was this late at night since few vehicles could actually be seen around. It wasn’t like it mattered that much to her: she had to get to Kazuya’s apartment, now. At first, she had thought it was terrible she and Kazuya actually didn’t live that far away from each other in Shibuya, but right now she thought of it as a blessing. –Just two more blocks. –Meanwhile, Mitsuharu in his Pukamon form had his eyes fixed in the screen of Tsukiko’s digivice, since it had started showing two flickering dots as they got closer.
While she drove through these last two blocks, the girl’s head was filled with what happened back at her apartment, just some minutes ago.
-C-Come on! It isn’t that bad, is it? Of course no, we can’t be sure that Argus is a bad guy, can we? It’s going to be fine… probably! -Sensei, is that what you really think? -Of course! I mean, what are the chances? It’s very likely Kazuya is a bad guy in the end and he’s about to get what he deserves. -Can you really be sure of that? You also felt that evil vibe coming from Argus, didn’t you? -I mean… no. B-But! It’s not just like I can just go talk to him to set things straight, so there’s nothing to do! It doesn’t matter what I think of Argus at this point.
The pink haired stopped right in the middle of the street, getting off her scooter. -According to the digivice, they are at the street adjacent to this one right? Just to the other side of that building. –A small alley between two buildings marked the way towards the other street. –I think so, yes. –Mitsuharu replied, still looking at the digivice. -Then if I go through there, I should be able to get there without raising their attention. –The girl started running towards a short alley, making her way to the next street. Immediately, she could see Duskmon attacking a small, white cat digimon, who she could only conclude was Royland. Memories of that conversation with her digimon partner kept going through her head.
-But why not? Why can’t you go talk to him, Sensei? -Because I can’t! I can’t allow myself to talk to him again after everything that happened! That would just hurt me, hurt my pride, Mitsuharu! After he and I broke up, I promised I would be strong and never look for him again! What kind of person am I if I can’t keep my own promise? If I can’t protect my pride!? -WHAT DOES YOUR PRIDE MATTER AT A MOMENT LIKE THIS?
Some seconds of silence ensued, Tsukiko just stared at the digimon with her eyes wide open. It was the first time ever she had seen Mitsuharu raise his voice.
-M-Mitsuharu… -Being strong has nothing to do with being prideful… Being strong is about…
Tsukiko reached the street, her gaze quickly looked for Kazuya, who was just standing there with a frustrated expression seeing the battle take place.
Mitsuharu, evolving into Bushi Agumon mid-air, jumped into action, standing next to Royland, looking firmly at Argus, with his unsheathed blade. -I’m sorry, Argus. But I can’t let this continue. –A smirk on the dinosaur’s face, he threw a determined glance at the evil warrior.
-KAZU-CHAN!!! –Tsukiko yelled, waving her arms at the man for him to see her. Silence covered the mid-night street, Mitsuharu just turned at the girl to see what she would say next.
-I HATE YOU…!!!
Mitsuharu just chuckled upon hearing this. –Is that really the best entrance line, Sensei? -He muttered, still standing in front of Argus.
-… but… -Tsukiko then added, still looking at Kazuya. Mitsuharu’s words echoed inside her head. Then, she just repeated exactly what her partner had said to her back at the apartment, those words that made her get on her scooter and drive all the way there to save Kazuya. -… Being strong has nothing to do with being prideful! Being strong is about taking responsibility for your actions! –She concluded with a smirk. –So take… this!!! –Kazuya’s digivice was thrown by the girl straight towards him, flying through the air.
Pretty badass of me, right? I know, I know. Well, at that exact moment I didn’t know, but I had just unlocked a Digimental myself! The Digimental of Responsibility.
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Post by Kazuya and Royland on Oct 17, 2018 4:33:24 GMT
The battle continued on more fierce than ever before, The little knights body was being pushed to its limit. But sadly his limit was far from satisfactory, as his speed, power, defence, agility and everything was simply outclassed by the black knight Argus. This was truly a David vs Golaith situation, but it seems that lady luck was given our heroes a chance, Argus missed an attack and was wide open, the spadamon used all of the force he had in his legs and jumped at him striking him with his sword really really hard, the force of his hit was so strong that the reactive force actually hurt his hand. After a tense second Roy found out that all he could do was mildly annoy Argus as he turned around to look Roy in the eyes before kneeing him in the stomach so hard Roy was sent flying to the closest wall, the impact was quite powerful. Roy then fell on his knees the only reason he is not falling down was because he used his sword as a support, as he was coughing from the pain as his vision began to get blurry.
(Damn it, This guy is much stronger than I initially expected. His battle sense, his technique, his accuracy are all on another level. Why did he have to be against us, he would have been a great sparring partner. But alas looks like he is the foe who will take my life, hmm a satisfactory death to die from some one as strong and talented like him, I just need to find a way to make sure Kazuya can make it out alive...........No what am I saying, I am sir Royland, the meaning of giving up does not exisit in my dictionary. I will never lose, I shall never backdown. I will fight for the sake of my friends, Kazuya and especially for her, I will be the Galant Knight she believes I am, Jazz this is for you I will fulfill my promise.) Roy thought as he began to fight through the pain he felt coarsing through his whole body, and stood up lifting his short sword pointing it at Argus as a sort of challenge Royland the spadamon was not done yet.
When Argus saw that he felt......kinda sorry for Royland, who would risk their life for humans ? With a dissapointed sigh Argus solemnly shook his head "I just dont get you Roy, I mean you were always stubborn but why side with your tamer ? I had hoped you were better than that, I even hit you hard enough to stop you from moving, yet you chose to continue to fight knowing that choice will only end up in your death. If my cause requires having you as a sacrifice so be it, you will be a martyr Royland." Argus said as the blade on his hand emitted some sort of black flame as he was ready to strike Royland down.
Royland was ready for him, he had the conviction to keep on fighting even if it meant ending his life. But before he faced his dangerous enemy, Royland desired one piece of information and it was "Just who are you and why do you talk like you know me ?" It was a straight forward question really, but Argus did not provide a straight forward answer instead he said "tsk tsk, how soon they forget. I shall give you this o martyr for our cause, I know you personally we worked together years ago and you can call me Argus if that helps jog your memory." Argus smiled feeling a little nostalgic, no matter what his apperance may tell you the act of kill Royland weighs heavily on his heart, truly something he had hoped wont be necessary but it sadly had to be done.
Roy however was quite shocked his grip on his blade loosened, his eyes widened. The shock of hearing that name made him speechless. Roy cant believe or to say it better he choose to not believe, how can he ? That name belonged to someone close to him, someone from his past the past he choose to disclose from everyone. So his rational reaction was to get angry, this was not the same Argus he knew that cant be true this is just an impostern or so he wanted to believe. "Listen here you bastard, dont you dare use the name of my old comrade in vain I will end you!" Roy said angrily as his grip on his sword was so tight, the look he gave argus was like a predator ready to devour its prey, it was pure rage. Argus shook his head "listen I am dissapointed you did not believe, but I have to do this Roy." With that argus approached Roy slowly, as the price was too heavy for him to pay.
Kazuya on the other hand was completely devastated blamming everthing on himself, how could he live with himself ? He failed everyone, to think the downfall of Royland will be because he was so incompetent. Atleast he took solace with the fact that this day can not in any way shape or form........right ? No wrong! What happened next was honestly arguably one of the weirdest thing ever in his life, a beautiful woman came driving a pink scooter yelling KAZU CHAN I HATE YOU, honestly he did not know if reacting to that was even possible at this point, but when he looked closely he found that was.........Tsukiko ? He hasnt not seen her since college, she was the only girl he dated for more than 2 months, infact their relationship was a couple of years long, but that was not important now was it ? She then said something about taking responsbility honestly Kazuya was mostly confused at this point and who wouldn't ?
And to make matter worse Tsukiko threw Kazuya's digivice at him, but while it was mid air Argus aimed to destroy it, Roy however stopped by shooting a projectile at him making him flinch. "Hey I do not know who you are but you seem like you came to help, thanks for that. Lets take down this monster." Roy said as he turned to Mitsuharu with a big smile on his face.
"Well well well, if it isn't the traitor himself. Did you and your master have a change of heart ? It does not matter saved me the trouble of hutting her down to kill her. Now ready your blades" Argus said as he took a battle stance ready to defeat the both of them in a single strike.
Kazuya catched his digivice smoothly, good thing he was kinda tall. He then began to fiddle with it to look for his digimental and walked up to her. "Uh.......its been a while Tsukiko, you still look beautiful as ever." ............ok those were not a good choice of firsr words for someone you have not seen in years, but then again she did not fair any better did she ? Awkardness aside, Kazuya was not able to find his digimental, and just when he thought that this day was getting better minus the I hate you comment. "DAMN IT! I cant find my digimental, that was our only hope to stop Argus. What happened to it ? As a matter of fact, why did you have my digivice in the first place ? And is that your partner digimon Tsuki ?" Kazuya asked confused and wanted answers.
But one look at the battle field told him about how this will probably end, they needed a change in the battle arena, a place where the rookies can have the advantage if only momentarily. "Tsukiko I have a plan, I know this might sound weird. But can you take us to the forest ? There I believe our partners can hold an advantage on the enemy. There is no time" He then hopped on the back of the scooter and wrapped his hands around her hips, which was the 5th most awkawrd thing Kazuya had to do in his life believe or not.
Roy glanced over to Kazuya and the girl and had a clue on what might happen, so he leaned over to the dragon samurai. "Hey I think after a little while, we have to hit him and escape." Roy said to warn his new buddy.
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Post by Tsukiko & The Ashikaga Clan on Oct 18, 2018 23:18:06 GMT
Clenching his teeth, Mitsuahru just stared at Argus with contempt. So these were his true colors, this was the real monster they felt around them all along; he was never wrong, this warrior was the representation of evil and he was now threatening everyone’s lives by its own existence, so he had to be stopped. [This is not good… I can feel the difference of strength between this digimon and I. I really can’t win, can I?] Mitsuharu charged against the demon, attacking with his blade as fast as he could, throwing multiple blows at him Even though she wasn’t entirely sure, just by the looks, Tsukiko could assume there was some sort of difference of power between Mitsuharu and Argus, and while Royland was present, she still wasn’t confident on them winning; her blue eyes moved off Kazuya and now fixed on the battle in front of them. She could then hear the man approaching and talking to her, it had definitely been a while since she listened to his voice properly; some nostalgic thoughts would have reached her, weren’t because she was so focused on the deadly battle happening in front of them. Sadly, for the pink haired, this didn’t last long, there was Kazuya, saying annoying awkward things, making her turn at the man, her eyes meeting his golden pupils. –W-What the hell are you saying in a moment like this!? Idiot. –Truth be told, if Kazuya had not defeated Argus before her arrival but instead was about to lose, it was possible Royland could not defeat Argus, and since he didn’t have his digimental, what Tsukiko had done was close to suicidal. The awkward questions that unavoidably were going to happen sooner or later didn’t take long to arrive; naturally, Kazuya was asking for an explanation about everything that had just happened. Could she blame him? Not really; was she going to give it to him? Nope, not right now. -Uh, about that… ehmmm… well… -The girl’s eyes shifted, trying to escape Kazuya’s while she let go an awkward burst of laughter. –I… I will explain that later, okay? Don’t ask me unnecessary stuff right now, moron! –Even though she was insulting him, the awkward smile didn’t wave off, probably because she felt some sort of guilt, in the end, the whole thing just looked really creepy. Going back to a serious voice tone, Tsukiko did explain something. –It’s complicated, but your digimental is… inside of that guy. –A hopeless sigh ensued, as she turned back at the bout in front of them. –I’m not sure if there’s any way of getting it back, I think you know much more about digimons than I, considering I just got my digivice around half an hour ago or less, and that Bushi Agumon, my partner, has only been by my side for around four days. –She hated to depend on him to find a solution for this, but there was no way of denying he had the knowledge advantage in this situation. Before the girl could actually ask the raven-haired man if he had any kind of plan, Kazuya started elaborating an idea, while Tsukiko only listened carefully. Even though she didn’t get the purpose of this change of territory to its fullest, it was true that they shouldn’t keep fighting right at the middle of the street, since the possibilities of someone watching them raised by the minute; the less she wanted was someone calling the police due to seeing a bunch of interdimensional beasts fighting during the middle of the night at their local neighborhood. Whether she wanted it or not, Tsukiko had no choice but to trust Kazuya, especially since she was the one who put him in this situation. -Mitsuharu! We need to get out of here! –She yelled to the dinosaur. It didn’t matter if Argus heard their plan, after all, they wanted him to follow, right? They had to move, though, all of that yelling was probably about to wake the neighbors up. Tsukiko then ran as fast as she could through the alley, and got into her scooter, while Kazuya followed her. When she felt Kazuya’s hand over her sweater around her hips, Tsukiko’s cheeks turned of a pink color. It had definitely been a while since Kazuya held her like that, but she supposed there was no helping it, right? She still hated it… she thought. –Grab on tight, I’ll drive as fast as possible. –After turning on the engine, the duo started moving through the dark streets of the neighborhood, trying to avoid getting into the heart of the city, where probably everyone was pretty much awake, and heading to the forest. Mitsuharu leaped back from Argus and then turned at Royland as he addressed him, regarding the battle at hand. The truth was he didn’t like him much, after everything Tsukiko had told him about Kazuya, she couldn’t really get to like his digimon. –Shut up! –The dinosaur tried to leave clear the kind of relationship the cat and he had from now on; they weren't friends, just situational allies. –Let’s attack at the same time, and then let’s try to escape through the building’s roofs, following my tamer’s scooter. –Once Royland was ready, they would launch a fake slash at the enemy, making Argus believe they were aiming for him but actually moving at the last second and heading for the roofs.
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Post by Kazuya and Royland on Oct 19, 2018 8:39:01 GMT
Kazuya was kinda suprised by Tsuki's anger, calling him an idiot kinda stung, why must she be so hurtful, its not Kazuya was her first love who broke up with her and broke her heart affecting her to this day, wait he did do that. Honestly thanks to their complicated history Kazuya was unable to be annoyed by her choice of words as to this day he still felt a little guilty for what had happened between them. But did he regret it ? Absolutely not, he knew what kind of person he was and how wrong he was for her. Hopefully now she is with someone who could make her truly happy "heh yeah guess you are right, now its not really the time is it ? I apologize." Man Kazuya was a nervous wreck when he was talking to Tsukiko, which is a suprise to say the least since up to this point aside from the initial shock of the digital, Kazuya managed to keep his cool even when he thought his life was in danger in the night of the forest of illusions. Its true what they say, every man has his own weakness.
But what happened next was kind of weird, it seemed like Tsukiko was dodging Kazuya's question. "Wait do you mean you wil tell me later ? This is really important information Tsukiko, I kind of need to now." Kazuya said before remembering how dire the situation was, honestly who would've gussed that their reunion would be in a night like this as tamers, with a homicidal digimon going after their heads. Guess life is truly an unpredictable journey eh ? "It does not matter you can explain that later but the digimental is important." Kazuya said hoping atleast she knows where it is and how to get it. And soon as Kazuya heard the new revelation, he realized that one of the two things he wanted was possible. " Wait what do you mean inside his body ? That makes no sense, how does that even work and how are we supposed to defeat him now ? Roy is not nearly strong enough right now ?" Unbeknownst to Kazuya Roy was able to hear the last part, which really hurt his pride but even he had to admit this was the undeniable truth. But Roy did not want to let that truth consume him, he will rise above the limitations placed upon him one day and hopefully that day will be this one.
Kazuya then placed his chin stroking with quickly before realizing what might be the only real solution "we have to defeat him make him surrender and admit defeat. Then he might return it thats our only bet right now. And wait you really are new to this ? Huh I guess I was used to everyone I met being more expreinced, that should not matter right now your partner looks like a formidable samurai, so he should be able to help." Kazuya was amused with the fact that Tsuki who was one of the few people who can appericiate the art of the japanese swordsmanship more than him has a digimon partner who dresses like a samurai, really fitting. But enough standing idly by it was time they excute the totally not improvised plan Kazuya made. He had faith in his crazy plan, but can he convince the others was the actual question.
The objective was really simple, escape Argus and reach the forest. But here is the thing being simple does not always equals easy, Argus was marginally stronger than both Royland and Mitsuharu so a clear contest of skill and strength and pointless but maybe they can use the forest enviroment to gain a tactical advantage on him. Once he got on the scooter and grabbed hold of Tsukiko's body and being this close to her again filled the man with doubts, doubts he thought were long cleared but now was not the time was it ? When he turned to Roy and mimed with his mouth the words (lets meet at the forest) thankfully only Roy paid enough attention to get that, he wasnt sure why there, but he is not going to question Kazuya as he trusts his judgement. And with that Kazuya and Tsukiko headed off as he looked forward to their next part of the plan.
On their way to the forest Kazuya wondered one thing, why ? Why of all the people from his past that could've been a tamer it was her, now even if they survive this threat he cant just let her go on her own he needs to be there for her and meet her more often and that...................made him happy as he now has an excuse to see her, even if she hates which was for the better honestly now she can be happy without him. "Umm so Tsukiko you said you became a tamer 4 days ago how did that happen ? " Kazuya asked to atleast lessen the awkwardness of him having his hands wrapped around the lower part of her stomach and having their bodies be so close, and because he was curious but the first reason is more important.
Roy looked like he held his ground, but in all honesty Roy was frightened truly scared. His whole body was shivering right now, the monstrous gap in strength was too big for Roy to ignore. And unlike the last time he fought an opponent stronger than him whom were the siblings of the forest, those two where under a spell from Void and were not sane so that fight was akin to taming a wild beast. But this was different, Argus was not crazy well not in traditional sense he was not. All of his moves are calculated and precise, that was far worse than a mad beast with too much power to control. Which is why he feared Void, feared that he cant stand next Jazz as equals, feared that he was inadequate and truly a unworthy digimon. But those fears die today, alongside the evil villain who dared to mock his old comrade by using his name.
Roy then chuckled when Mitsuharu told him to shut up, for some odd reason Roy took that as a joke. But then again Roy was totally the type of person to say that a cup was half full so maybe he was hopefully looking to add the lizard to the ever growing list of friends "haha good one man. That made me laugh, "Shut up" you are really funny." Roy said as he needed that laugh, he began to feel calmer now. His nerves are back to him, he then nodded his head as he listened to Mitsuharu's plan which seemed great. They then procedded to excute it, but Roy used Mitsu's fake out to improvise and actually hit Argus in the eyes at the last second before escaping throught the roofs chasing after their tamers.
(Minutes prior to Roy and Mitsuharu)
Argus stood there looking at both Mitsuharu and Roy as his human targets leave his peripheral vision, with a quick scoff Argus raised his blade "that does not matter anymore, I will end you both and then I will have both of their heads. Its a shame too you two are really are interesting specimens, Roy your history desreves no mention O great conqueror you helped protect the world for numerous years. And you Mitsuharu with your latent power you seem to have lots of potential and would have been a better pupil than me right master Roy." Hearing Argus say all that angred Roy who somehow held his position and steadied his blade. "Ignore me all you want your end is nigh anyways." Argus headed to finish them both, but then flinched by Mitsuharu's faint and fell to their tricks and was blinded by Roy for a couple of seconds, which was more than enough for them to manage their clever escape and be far from his field of vision.
"Damn it they got away, and I cant follow them as a Duskmon or else I will risk being found out and ruin our plans a risk not worth taking. " Argus said as he returned to his holo suit form and began to walk towards the direction he saw Tsuki and Kazuya go to, before he realized something. "Damn it, the Train station is there. I need to get there fast. " Argus began to run full speed thanks to his Digimon nature he was faster than the average man, he then reached the trailmon station and entered the secret station in the human and found nothing he chuckled. "They are not here, did that clever bastard known as Kazuya know that in a close quarter area I would win quickly ? I must have underestimated him honestly. Now where are they ? The river, no he wont leave his fate up to chance. So where ?" Argus began to think about a lot of locations until he finally figured it out. "The shibuya forest area, damn it how could he have known about my lack of Aoe attacks. No that is not it, I should not give him too much credit. " he was right, Kazuya just got extremily lucky. Argus then headed towards the forest but everyone had a huge lead on him. "Damn it why should they be so annoying, I guess that what you would expect from Roy's chosen tamer, but that does not change our noble goal. Not one bit."
Roy and Mitsuharu had a bit of silence before Roy decided to break it. "Umm so How long have you been with your tamer ? I was with Kazuya for a couple of weeks maybe a month now." Roy said hoping this might help break the ice and properly start a friendship, nothing brings people together like deadly battles, Roy knows this more than anyone else.
After the group had their fun talks on the way to the forest, they finally reached the forest the one place a fight could take place according to Kazuya and regrouped after Kazuya got off from the scooter he turned to Roy and Mitsuharu announcing his makeshift plan, which impressed Roy. The plan was simple, they use the forest to slowly chip away at Argus's defence while trying to figure out his weak spot. This plans simple beauty came from the fact that they will be using the one thing they got over Argus, and that is their numbers. After Roy and somehow Tsukiko and Mitsuharu agreed to the plan everyone got into position and were ready to act. Kazuya and Tsukiko waited in a more safe location where they can view the fight, Kazuya wanted to pull Tsukiko closer to him to keep her safe but he did not as he had no right to do that, not after what happened. "Um Tsukiko, be ready just in case anything happens. I would hate to see something happen to you." He said in a weak and sad voice, to think the one regret he had in life would be standing next to him again.
When Argus finally showed up deep within the forest he took out his true form and started roaming the forest. "Come out you little kids, come out and face me like real men. Or are you not real men, hiding behind your pathetic partners. And here I had high hopes for you two, turns out you are nothing but tamed scum. This is why I can not fail, no We can not fail our mission will be acomplished " While Argus attempted to strike their pride, neither of them would budge as they waited to excute their slow but effective plan. But the talk about this being more of a group effort intrigued the ears of those who could hear it which should be everyone present. He then began to charge his blade with dark energy, which only ment if Roy and Mitsuharu make one tiny mistake their life will be forfeit, this was a really dangerous operation but their only available course of action.
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Post by Tsukiko & The Ashikaga Clan on Oct 22, 2018 1:00:18 GMT
It was a good thing that Kazuya didn’t ask for further explanation regarding why Tsukiko had his digivice for now. Just thinking how humiliating it would be to explain that later on made the pink haired girl’s head hurt. For better or worse, the problem at hand was much more important. Tsukiko kept her eyes on the road, while they drew closer to the forest, their final destination according to Kazuya’s planning. The truth was that any kind of illusion the girl had about them standing a chance against Argus without the digimental vanished for a second, as her former lover explained that Royland was not strong enough to face him; the outcome of this battle started worrying the girl more and more. She had no choice but to trust in Kazuya and his plan did she? She couldn’t deny that the picture of Argus giving up and handling the artifact back was something that she couldn’t elucidate right now.
-Agh, you just insist on asking stuff at a bad time, huh? –It wasn’t quite that what bothered Tsukiko, but the fact that her whole experience around digimon was related to Kazuya himself. The girl just sighed, getting ready to respond, while she parked her scooter at the entrance of the forest. –I found Mitsuharu’s egg in the back of an alley near downtown, last Saturday. –Taking off her helmet, she just decided to skip the fact that she had seen him and that curly haired girl went out of the exact same alley just seconds before.
The night was dark and gloomy and the whole place just felt sort of murky. –I think he didn’t follow us. Why are you so sure he’s going to come here? –The demon would find them sooner or later, and the sensation of having escaped him couldn’t be more wrong; still, the girl didn’t quite understand how was he supposed to know they were going to be there.
Mitsuharu and Roy arrived shortly after; The Bushi Agumon had been following the scooter, even though Royland seemed to know where they were heading all along. –Sensei and I had been together for around four days. –He finally decided to answer Royland, with a serious, nonchalant tone, trying to pay more attention to his environment, while they both walked towards their tamers.
-I didn’t know you could jump like that, Mitsuharu. –While she drove, Tsukiko had seen how her partner had managed to jump from one small platform to another, to finally get on top of a building and start jumping across the roofs to follow the scooter without being noticed, along with Royland.
-Sensei. –After greeting his partner, the samurai tackled her comment. –I didn’t know either, to be honest. I just felt like my body was ready to do it and went for it. –Could it be that he was getting more used to his body just by moving in that form? It was a shame it was so big and flamboyant, since that made it very difficult to hide, forcing him to go back to his in-training stages in order to remain unnoticed while he was with Tsukiko.
The time was scarce, Tsukiko and Mitsuharu listened closely to Kazuya’s plan while they kept their guard up in case Argus arrived. It sounded like a hazardous endeavor, no doubt, but even though perilous, it was the best course of action to exploit the only advantage they had over the monster.
Not long after, Tsukiko could hear Argus appear. Even though they were all at their positions and the two tamers were out of sight of the monster behind a fairly big tree, the sole presence of the demon could make the blue-eyed girl tremble, just upon remembering that conversation they had back at her apartment. The truth was that more than about herself, she was worried about Mitsuharu’s wellbeing; this was a difficult task, and it had to be performed with extreme care. –Y-Yes. –The girl nodded, avoiding getting closer to Kazuya, but sharpening her senses. She was not in the mood to reject Kazuya’s concerns about her wellbeing right now, she was pretty occupied being concerned about Mitsuharu’s wellbeing herself. –I really hope your plan works, Kazu-chan. –She whispered, without looking at the man, still both hiding behind the log.
Meanwhile, the two digimon just remained still, while they let Argus do his talking, Mitsuharu ignoring most of what he said, except for the use of the word “we” during his speech. Even though this almost distracted him from their objective, the moment to attack arrived; when the demon ignited his sword in some sort of dark energy, he gave the step that put him right between two trees: at the one behind him, Mitsuharu was hiding, while at the one up front, Royland was covered by the main stem. It was the right time, if they attacked from diametrically opposed sides, the monster wouldn’t be able to defend himself properly. Being careful of avoiding Argus’ dark sword, both digimon charged against him, striking him and then moving quickly behind a tree each again, only to come out again and strike over, using the trees to hide themselves between blows, repeating the attacks over and over again, wearing out the warrior with each blow.
It seemed to be working, even when at first the slashes didn’t seem to be doing much, as they kept striking him, Argus, unable to react properly, started to pant out of pain; the duo kept striking, one blow after another one. Maybe they could make it? The hope was starting to grow back slowly inside of Tsukiko.
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Post by Kazuya and Royland on Oct 24, 2018 3:19:59 GMT
Kazuya raised an eyebrow when Tsukiko that his question was askes in the wrong time, was it really ? Cause he felt justified in wanting to know that, the abilities of Tsukiko and Mitsuharu were important so the amount of experience is also very important. But like hell Kazuya was going to argue that he is right atleast not now, for now he will keep his mouth shut and let her say whatever she wants. She then answered his question, which was all he wanted. Her answer however was very confusing, how did she find a digimon egg in an alley ? And saturday too......that was when he and Katherine came out of he portal to chase after Void, wait could it be the egg he saw in the inn ? Was he the person that caused her to be involved in all this ? He then shook his head to clear his head from such thoughts. "I see you are really new aren't you ? Thats fine though, its not I am very experienced at it either but I do know enough to tell you this a very dangerous situation if only I had my digimental with me now we would have had a much better chance against argus." Kazuya said in a solemn tone, he cant blame his own carelessness and stupidity. But no matter how much he choses to curse himself over and over in his head nothing will change, will it ? He has to just own up to his own mistake and make things right. Her next question was more reasonable and desreved to be answered. " Well here is the thing, I had sensed his prescense following me for the past 4 days but I could never confirm it though, but he should know that I have been spending time in the forest alot, since its the place where- its just special place for me." No matter how he wanted to not talk about it, Tsukiko should know all about how the forest was the place him and his father used to hang out alot thats a part of his history she knew well. The two of them then got inside the forest setting the plan up, it was risky but the pay off should pay off big time. Roy was jumping roof to roof along side his new buddy (?) As he eagerly awaited his answer, sadly Mitsuharu was oddly cold and distant with the Lion only choosing to answer his question after a long while and even then he was seirous and answered in a way that should have ended the conversation all together, but what Mitsuharu did not know was that Roy is really stubborn and he was determined to make Mitsuharu his friend "ah thats very cool, me and Kazuya have been together for a little longer than that. You are tamer looks like a really beautiful lady, what is it like to live with her ? " Roy asked hoping to keep the friendship going for as long as possible. The two of them would soon catch up to Kazyua and Tsukiko. He then noticed that this type of movement was strange for both Tsukiko and Mitsuharu, which confused him for a second but he remembered they were new. "Oh yeah, Mitsuharu has a lot of strength in him I can tell from expeince Lady........I am sorry but I do not your name." Royland said a little embarassed. " This is Tsukiko, Tsukiko my digimon partner Royland the spadamon. " Kazuya said in a low passive tone his head were filled with alot of emotions right now. Roy however had a shocked expression " oooooooh so you are *the* Tsukiko Its so nice to meet you." He said before bowing down to her, he had heard a lot about her but never seen a picture of her. But now was the time everything becomes seirous, the plan was well recieved by everyone and it was nigh time to excute it, the two humans hid in the trees waiting for the victory of their trusted partners. But the humans did share an awkward conversation filled with its fair share of awkward silences, but something was quite strange hearing the woman still calling him Kazu made Kazuya a bit......happy it was nostalgic a reminder of a time where he was honestly much happier, but he has destroyed that happiness by himself robbing himself of any chance at a peacful and happy life. " Tsu, I am-" before he could even finish his sentence Argus entered their site, perhaps this was all for the better as what Kazuya might have said would have probably complicated matters even more. But the plan to defeat Argus was already in motion, as the two digimon began hitting him over and over, overwhelming him with both numbers and territorial advantage. Even though it looked like Roy and Mitsu were dealing damage to Argus, the truth was that they were not doing any real damage to him right now. But he was unable to react to them for a while before seeing right through their plan only moments later. He antcipated Mitsu attack and made it look like he will fall for it once again, but once Mitsu jumped on him he dodged and kicked him so hard he made fly and hit a tree. " YOU BASTARD" Roy declared as he jumped to attack him, but alas this was futile as he was blocked by argus and was also sent flying towards a tree, Argus then walked slowly to Roy. "I dont get it Royland, your strength was top class now look at you. Weak and pathetic, you lost your way and now you will get death as your punishment. If only you would be by my side, we would have accomplished our mission but no, you chose to side with the weak humans. Its a sad day for me but I gotta get rid of you know Roy." Argus said as he raised his blade ready to strike down the young lion. Kazuya began to run towards his partner out of desperation, to save the life of his partner. " ROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOY!" Kazuya yelled and that Yell was like a wake up call to Roy, who stood up to his enemy. ( Listen to this) " You are the weak one, you weild the blade with great percision and mastery yet every strike you dish out are as empty as your soul. Your conviction is weak, you fight alone and you carry yout weapon to destroy. A person true strength comes when they want to protect something, somethig bigger than yourself. Thats when you attain true strength, now mark my words Evil imposter I shall end you now. With the power given to me by everyone." Roy said as a strong aura covered him the aura was so strong that Argus was stunned for a moment. In that moment the contract between Roy and Kazuya became eternal, the genuine bond they created gave them the power to face any problem as long as they are together. This bond gave birth to the new legend of Royland the spadamon, welcome to its first chapter. And Enter the hero, Clear Lowemon.
Kazuya then digivolved his partner into his new stronger form a knight in a lion's armour, weilding a spear his name was "I am Roy the ClearLöwemon now take your weapon and let our souls clash."
IT BEGAN THE FIGHT THAT WILL CREATE A DOMINO EFFECT.
MASTER VS STUDENT ROYLAND VS ARGUS THE BATTLE TO DECIDE THEIR DESTINY BEGINS.The new and improved Roy attacked first thrusting his spear at Argus's stomach sending him flying. " Mitsuharu, take care of Kazuya and Tsukiko." With that Roy dashed Argus, this is it the battle began.
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Post by Tsukiko & The Ashikaga Clan on Oct 26, 2018 1:41:52 GMT
-H-Hi there. –Royland’s amiability startled Tsukiko for a second. She couldn’t really picture Kazuya’s digimon being someone kind. Spadamon huh? That was definitely an interesting name for a digimon species, it looked like some wind of warrior. –W-What do you mean, 'the' Tsukiko? –The pink haired quirked an eyebrow at the creature. Could it be that Kazuya…? No way, right?
The stress the whole scenario produced was only enhanced by the confirmation that Kazuya couldn’t deal with this monster without his digimental, which not only made sense but also made Tsukiko feel terrible about what she had done. Having put both of them and their digimon in danger was probably something she couldn’t forgive herself from easily.
Nevertheless, Kazuya’s plan had a good base, that much was proven once Argus had actually arrived into the forest, just when Tsukiko had turned towards the man to hear what he had to say. The two humans turned at the demon, paying attention to his movements; the decisive moments for this fight had begun, while Mitsuharu and Royland abided to the plan, striking Argus with several blows. The ephemeral happiness that seeing Argus back down for a second brought to Tsukiko, was quickly vanished by the sight of the monster getting back together and launching both Royland and her partner straight into opposed trees.
Tsukiko just watched astonished as the evil warrior walked towards Royland, a threatening gaze on his eyes. This digimon wanted to kill the Spadamon, Tsukiko could actually feel it, it was the same sensation that the encounter with him in her apartment brought, the image of a deadly beast about to pierce his prey with its vicious fangs. She just looked around desperately, what could she do? Was Kazuya’s digimon partner going to die here? Were they all going to die here?
Mitsuharu tried to stand up, using his blade as support. –J-Just… as I thought, eh? T-This… monster. –He muttered, having trouble to engage into words as he saw Argus walk towards Roy, still a little dizzy from the hit he had just taken.
-Kazu-chan…! –Tsukiko tried to stop Kazuya, but he was already running at full throttle towards his partner. Could she blame him, really? This thing was about to kill the lion, and even though it was a hasty movement, she would have done the same.
Suddenly, a light blue aura started surrounding Royland. Energy materializing out of thin air started to manifest around the creature.
-What is he saying? –Did it make sense to be acting so brave in a moment like this? To say all those things in the face of the demon who was about to slaughter him? Probably not, but the strength, the courage in his words was so pure, so contagious. Tsukiko then ran towards her own partner, who was still trying to put himself together. –Mitsuharu! –She said upon arriving.
-He is… evolving. –The samurai muttered staring at the white pelted digimon, his eyes wide open. -What? Now? The light around Royland faded, he had now completely changed shape, he was now a tall warrior, around Argus' size holding a long spear, armor around his whole body and with the form of a white lion predominating. -Clear… Lowemon? –Her blue eyes fixed on the recently appeared creature, Tsukiko could feel a very strong aura coming from this digimon too. It was different, though. ClearLowemon had a pure, righteous aura, the energy he emanated brought peace to her soul. -That’s an adult level digimon, Sensei.
At that moment, something inside of Mitsuharu changed, forever. He had been underestimating Royland since they met: ignoring him, keeping him at arms distance the whole time. Nevertheless, the warrior had stood up against Argus, had reached a new evolutionary stage, and was willing to risk his life to protect everyone.
[You are clearly something else, aren’t you, Royland the Spadamon?]
The Bushi Agumon just stood there, staring at ClearLowemon as he charged against Argus, and asked him to take care of Kazuya and Tsukiko.
[You have surpassed me this time. You have been able to stand up and fight to protect Kazuya Oda. No, you've stood up to protect everyone.]
-FIGHT! CLEARLOWEMON! –Tsukiko yelled out of pure adrenaline.
[Even Sensei is trusting you to save us all.]
-Kazuya Oda! Let’s get out of his way! –Mitsuharu yelled at Kazuya, he and Tsukiko running his way, and aiming for a safe distance from the battle.
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Post by Kazuya and Royland on Oct 27, 2018 3:25:34 GMT
Royland then got startled as he remembered that he should'nt tell Tsukiko what Kazuya obviously did not want to tell her, so he opted to do the thing he despises lying he hated it so much, there are few things that Roy cant tolerare and While absorbing the data of other digimon was easily the top most unforgivable act anyone can do, lying was still up there. "Oh uh, um nothing. Its just I asked Kazuya about his college life and he mentioned your name and I liked it, yep thats the whole story nothing more to it than that." It was clear to anyone who paid attention that Royland was lying, he did not know how to do that but since he has not told Kazuya about his past he owed his partner enough to keep his secrets for now.
Kazuya scratched the side of his head this was not the time nor place that such talk should happen, and he was glad that Royland understood that he should dodge the conversation. "Yes, its just as he said. There is nothing there, so how about we hurry up." Kazuya said in a dismissive and direct tone, he did not want to spend anymore on this awkward topic.
Kazuya then watched as his plan unfold and then fall apart, Argus was too strong for the rookies but neither one of the two rookies wanted to stay down. But only Roy was able to digivolve and become strong enough to fight Argus on equal footing. After the two disappeared, Kazuya was dumbfounded by what has transpired before his very own eyes. Stuck in a gaze he stood there not doing anything for a couple of moments till Mitsuharu snapped him out of his gaze. "Right! I apologize lets go there quickly. " Kazuya said as he headed towards a safe distance to watch and observe the battle.
Clear löwemon and Argus traded blows, the duo were fast and strong enough to the point of having Kazuya un able to follow their movements. "Are you really my student Argus ?" Roy asked with a sorrowful tone in his voice it seemed like he already knows the answer to his question but is still choosing to live in denial, the two of them continued to trade blows. "Hmph, you should already know by now my master. Although I never expected you to take this form" Argus said as both him and Roy were suprised by the form he took. "But why do all of this ? That does not make any sense, what would our old team mates say if they saw you right now Argus! You need to stop this madness" the battle raged on, but the longer it went the more obvious it was that Roy had the uber hand his reaction speed was far better than Argus's, and soon after Roy managed to get a clean hit on Argus making him reel back from the pain "hmph maybe you should Join our cause and ask them yourself Roy, we would love to welcome you in our ranks help us rid the digital world of the disease known as tamers. Join us and save the digital world once more." Argus said in a last attempt to pull Roy to his side, with his immense powers and skill he would be a valuable friend in his goal.
Royland facial features screamed the fact that he was distrought as this was a shocking revelation to him, to think all of his friends were still alive ? That can't be true can it? "What are you talking about ? Where are our old comrades ?" Roy said panicked, unable to keep his compusre anymore. "Well that is one piece of information I cant give you."
"Then tell me this Argus, why are you doing all of this ? Why go through all of this ?" Roy asked as he wanted to save his former student.
"Hmm, well then I guess I will grant you this one request Roy before you die. Those who are in hiding are welcome to hear what I have to say as well." He said as he pointed at the two humans and Mitsuharu urging them to hear what he has to say.
This all started some odd years ago before I learned the true nature of humans, I was reborn as an egg after that incident with you master Roy. Inside that egg my whole thought process was filled with regret and sorrow, there was so many things I had hoped would have ended up differently but it did not. That would go on for long time, till one day it stopped I was hatched out of an egg and saw my first human. She was a gorgeous lady with mid length hair tied in a pony tail. I will soon learn that this was in fact my tamer, I was shocked but I saw as an oppourtunity to redeem myself by deticating my life for her. And so I did, living the rest of my days with her. Her name was Himawari, she was a lawyer a righteous one at that. She lived her life honestly and saved lives both in the human world and digital world, she was loved by many and rightfully so and then I remained in the shadows for her, letting her shine and take the spotlight and I did not mind. Eventually I will learn that her romantic partner had proposed to her and she agreed, something was weird with me happened instead of being happy for her I was........jealous, worried and afraid I will lose my best friend. This stayed with me till she confronted me
"Hey Argus, why have you been so distant from me. You are my best friend, so I am worried about you."
She told me, I decided to let her know. And believe it or not she scolded me, she was a bold woman but she showed I was wrong. And we then promised to be with eachother forever.
One years later thar promise will be broken, she took a case against this Yakuza boss and she was wining but one day when she and her husband had a night out the two of them were shot multiple times, her husband lived she however did not, the second bullet stole her life. When I learned what happened I searched for three years wondering what had happened but neither me nor the police could find the murder and whats worse the Yakuza boss won the trial through bribing people. And Himwari's husband has a new fiancè now. The world moved on forgetting about her, the evil people prosper while the few good humans suffer there is no justice nor beauty in your world thats why we will eradicate tamers first then all of humanity, before they infect the digital world. This my revenge for Himawari, she was too good for you humans.
"............Argus, I am sorry to hear that bu-" Roy was interrupted by Argus.
"DONT GIVE ME YOUR PITY!!" Argus yelled startling Roy and Kazuya "Now that you know, we can fight to the fullest. The final test of our reslove." With Argus charged as the flames of battle heated up once more, the spectators could see that Roy was close to beating Argus, yet his face was that of a defeated man, the sorrowful expression was the dominant expression he had.
Meanwhile Kazuya remained silent shook by the story of Argus, and by the fact that he can relate judging by both his parents, his mother was the worst yet she had a good life and his father led a some what good yet flawed example and his life was harsh. This conflicted feeling overwhelmed the man who stood their unable to say anything to this situation.
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Post by Tsukiko & The Ashikaga Clan on Oct 27, 2018 19:04:08 GMT
Saying that Royland words had not been convincing was an understatement. Nevertheless, Tsukiko had other things to worry about right now, as the battle developed. Mitsuharu, Kazuya and herself stood at a safe distance from the combat, watching the action take place. Even when at first it seemed like an even battle, Royland quickly managed to get the upper hand during the bout. This didn’t make Argus back down even for a second, him still looking extremely confident, almost as if he had an ace below his sleeve.
Even though at first it seemed like crystal clear to Tsukiko that this battle was one of good vs evil, she quickly learned it wasn’t quite like that; these two digimons had some sort of past together, and Argus was attempting to acquire Royland’s aid.
-What are they talking about? Master and student? –The girl asked, her blue eyes fixed on the battle.
-It’s very likely they had some sort of past before one of them, or both, died. –Mitsuharu explained, looking at the battle, still sort of dizzy due to his wounds. –You remember when I told you we digimons reincarnate if our data is not absorbed, right, Sensei?
-Y-yes! But… Does that mean they knew each other in their former life? -Probably, yes. We’re not supposed to remember events from our previous life once we reincarnate. But I assume some certain processes can make us remember or… actually never forget what happened. –Mitsuharu made a brief pause, analyzing the situation as he spoke. –I think It’s safe to say these two knew each other from a long time ago.
After listening to Argus’ story, Tsukiko just stared blatantly to the bout in front of her. –That’s… so sad. –The girl muttered.
-Most digimon don’t usually destroy or attempt killing just for pleasure. I had assumed that Argus had some sort of motive but… -The scenario had changed, and even though the demons’ actions couldn’t be justified in any way, it was true that he had gone through a lot and he had reasons to hate humans. –Mitsuharu we have to stop this! Master and apprentice shouldn’t fight like this, and much less for such reason! -I’m sorry, Sensei. –The Bushi Agumon lowered his gaze. –But there’s nothing I can really do to stop them.
Slowly, Tsukiko was drawing towards the realization of what sort of feelings could move digimon, and how they were extremely similar to humans. This wasn’t as simple as a battle of good versus evil, these weren’t superheroes of some action movie just battling over a moral dispute, this was a story much more complicated than she thought of, and a battle that would definitely change Royland and Argus' lives forever, even… if they died.
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Post by Kazuya and Royland on Oct 27, 2018 23:28:37 GMT
Roy was happy that Tsukiko did not press the issue on his little mistake but he wondered was it because his lie was convincing or was it because there were more pressing matters right now, either way this was not the time for it.
During the battle Kazuya was indeed helpless as he viewed the battle from a distance unable to do anything to help he heard, Tsukiko and Mitsuharu talking about how digimon have previous lives. Something he already knew, along side the fact that Roy's previous life did haunt him to some degree but Kazuya chose to give him his distance instead of trying to get closer to his partner. He has been treating Roy the same way he wanted others to treat him, in hindsight Kazuya can see the cracks in his selfish self destrcting life style form. "You guys are right, Roy does have a past life before being reborn as my partner, a past that troubles his heart yet he choosed to not tell anyone about it. I should have tried to get to know him more, but I ended up not asking him about it." He noticed some similarties with what he did to Tsukiko back when they were together and what Royland just did to him, he began to see how badly he had wronged but still agreed that his decision to leave her was the best thing he could have done for her.
Kazuya however felt a lot of sympathy towards Argus, which was weird since Argus wanted to kill him. "Well dont worry Tsukiko, I am sure Roy can end this battle without killing Argus. He is that good of a fighter, I have faith in you." Kazuya said as that one thing he was sure knew about Royland, and that was that Royland is a master at combat.
Royland and Argus traded blows with eachother the battle intensity grew more and more by the second, but Royland was gaining the upper hand during the battle, ending with him kicking him in the chest sending Argus flying over to a tree making him fall on his knees. "Argus cease this sensless battle right now, I am sure we can handle this situation withouth fighting. " Royland as he rested his spear on the ground hoping to not find a reason to pick it up now.
Argus began pant while he was on his knees, but he wont give up that easily. "To abadon our cause would be the same as me insulting the life of Himawari, you dare imply that I should just I forget her. Is this the same policy you used on us huh ?!" Argus said giving Roy a furious glare.
Royland lowered his gaze he paused for a moment before replying to his student. "No ofcourse I never forgot you guys, nor have I will. But living in the past wont bring your Himawari back to life Argus, stop this foolishness I bet she would'nt want you to this with your life." Royland said pleeding to his student.
"DON'T YOU DARE SPEAK LIKE YOU KNOW HER. She lived to help others yet she died while others live, her husband decided to go with someone else and everybody moved on from her. But not me I wont forget her, this is my will and the flame of my will never be blown out." Argus stood up as he began to get covered by a fearsome aura as he readied his blade, making Roy carry his spear and charging his own body with a golden aura the two then dashed at each other clashing their blades creating a magnificient aura around them it was so bright that it was hard to identify what was happening but after the light disappeared the result was....
Roy was standing victorious over Argus who had his back to the ground, "This it. I have lost now do me the honor of killing me, I have many regrets including not saving Himawari nor being able to see her give birth to a child like she always wanted but its not all bad if you are the one who is going to kill me Roy. Send my regards to the human girl with pink hair seeing her made me felt a bit nostalgic, but this is as far as I would go." Argus closed waiting for Roy to strike him down but nothing happened.
"Argus, I wont kill you, I want to us to be friends and I am sure you like humans of you give them a chance now stand up my friend." Roy extended a hand to Argus who just scoffed at him.
"So be it then" Argus turned to Kazuyq and Aimed his blade at him, charging a laser beam strong enough to kill him "Die human!" Everything was slowed down for Roy as his instincts kicked in, he panicked and without any other option he impaled Argus's chest with his spear while this did save Kazuya's life it did not stop the attack as it was launched at him intially aiming for his heart but due to Roy's interference it changed course and a very weakned version of the attack hit Kazuya in the shoulder the attack was strong enough to force him on his back, Kazuya imediately held his left shoulder with his right hand and grunted in pain as Roy fell on his knees, while the body of Argus began to fade away.
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Post by Tsukiko & The Ashikaga Clan on Nov 1, 2018 3:21:01 GMT
The bout between the two warriors continued in front of Tsukiko and Kazuya, as she listened closely to the raven-haired man's explanation. "So this Argus is, in fact, someone Royland knows from his past life." The words issued by the fighters had gotten to the spectators and definitely revealed the story between these two. "You ended up... Not asking him about it?" Tsukiko asked, almost dumbfounded. She couldn't believe what she had just heard. Before she could say anything regarding this statement, the battle taking place inside the forest caught the group's attention once again.
"It seems like Argus doesn't stand a chance against Royland in this battle." The pink haired muttered, holding a worried countenance as she stared at the action. "If this goes on..." "I don't think that cat is even trying to win." Mitsuharu immediately stated, still looking sort of preoccupied with the development of the battle. "And even when that could be seen as an advantage to us, Argus doesn't seem willing to back down. He is extremely committed to his beliefs, and I don't think the cat can make him change his mind." "What does that mean?" The blue-eyed asked his partner, her mouth wrinkling. "It means he may get to the point where he has to take a decision. Whether he protects his partner, or he keeps trying to take his old apprentice back."
The battle continued. More than because of the slashes being exchanged, it was an intense combat because of the feelings the warrior showed. Kazuya's partner seemed to be suffering from every blow he had to trade with his former student.
The decisive moments of the battle were approaching, it was easy to see that Argus was preparing to launch a final attack, with the few energies he had left. Royland kept refusing to fight Argus until he charged at him. A great amount of energy was released by the clash, blinding everyone around that section of the forest. Once they were able to see again, Tsukiko could see Royland standing over Argus, a sad expression on his face even when he extended a hand to his former partner.
Without thinking, without really reconsider her incoming words, Tsukiko turned at Kazuya. "Kazu-chan!" She raised her tone of voice, visibly upset. “How could you!?” Mitsuharu’s eyes widened at his tamer’s words. Was this the time or place? Probably not, but she couldn’t avoid it. Tsukiko had always been the type of person of showing how she felt regarding things without holding it back, and more often than not this could get the best of her. This was one of those cases.
The pink haired grabbed the man’s shirt with both hands, shaking his body. “Can’t you see your digimon is suffering? He has been going through a lot because of his past!” The girl's tone of voice was loud, even though she wasn’t yelling. “And you simply decided to not ask him about it? You can’t let him face something like this by himself. He has been withstanding these memories for a long time and…”
Before Tsukiko could say anything else, she actually stopped upon hearing a strange sound coming from her right. The next couple of seconds went by as if in slow motion. She felt Kazuya’s hand pushing her back, making her take some steps backward, while some sort of beam impacted Kazuya’s shoulder. Mitsuharu also tried to jump in and take him out of the way but his response time fell short. When Tsukiko turned to see the source of the shot, she could only find Argus impaled by Royland’s spear going through his chest, as his data slowly started to shatter and vanish in thin air.
Even when seen in perspective this wasn’t even remotely the worst possible outcome of this whole situation, at the moment it definitely felt like it was.
“Kazu-chan!” The girl immediately closed in the hurt man. “Are you okay!?”
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