The journey back to my Home Realm was a somber one; Once more, I've witnessed yet another example of the Worst of Humanity, and Ruby haft taken her first Life. Sonic and Granolah aren't as shaken as Ruby is, evident to their composed statures.
Once the Vortex-Portal brought us back to my Home Realm, I brought a hand to Ruby's shoulder and used Senjutsu to soothe her wild emotions.
"Ruby. Our path as Avengers is no easy one. The balance of Realms Beyond is not one to take lightly, yet these Anomalies and Higher Forces Above seek to twist or out right be rid of that."
"That's why we are here; The Avengers wage War for Realms Beyond who do not possess the powers to rebel against such enemies who have strayed their Path." I say to Ruby, hoping to reaffirm her spirit. Giving her space to lament, I turn to both Sonic and Granolah.
"When the our fellow Avengers take assignments, it falls to either one of us to accompany them." I asked of them, to which they each nod their heads in affirmation; For it is the three of us that hold the Title of 'Strongest', currently amongst The Avengers. It was then Ruby rejoined with us with her Noble Desire she shared prior.
"Tsor, Sonic, Granolah. If you guys want, I can unlock your guy's Aura right now." Ruby asks of us, renewed resolve within her eyes.
"Aye Ruby, though we should move this to my Archipelago. For it is there I shall prepare the Rituals necessary to bolster your Incantation." I say as the Winds gently encompass us towards my Archipelago.
(30 minutes later~)
The Rituals are now in place, Sonic attempts the ready to aid Ruby in her Incantation. Before we started, I call upon the Phone to summon our fellow Avengers via Text, so that they too may unlock their Aura.
Last Son of Asgard: My Friends, Ruby haft volunteered to help unlock the 'Aura' of our fellow Avengers, and in turn, potentially our 'Semblances'; The source of power of her Realm. I advise everyone to take part in Ruby's Incantation, for she is further aided by Sonic's Rinnegan and the Rituals I've prepared to bolster her further efforts.
Armorer: Roger that. We'll be there shortly.
Towering Nightmare: [Acknowledgement: As ordered by Admin - Tsor Thorson. This unit will arrive shortly.]
God Slayer: ...Very Well.
Guillotine: Ok. Only because you asked.
Skimpy Valkyrie: Kay~ Mind if my friend comes along?
Skimpy Valkyrie: WHAT THE HELL?!?!? WHY IS MY USERNAME THAT!?!?!?
[To answer member Ryuko, the members of The Avengers were granted Titles by the Admin - Tsor Thorson, God of War, Thunder and Evolution.]
Skimpy Valkyrie: #$%-$##^%"@#
[Profanity Filter has been applied to member Ryuko.]
Last Son of Asgard: Hahaha~ Tis not a problem Ryuko. Your companion may come along. Take the next Phone Portal to my Home Realm whenever you are ready.
As I message my fellow Avengers, the Phone Portal emerged, large enough to transport the remaining Avengers through; Blackout was the first to appear, followed by Master Chief with his Familiar, Matatabi, in tow. Ryu/Aura/and Ryuko followed by her friend, came through the Phone Portal as it closes after them.
As the Phone Portal closed, Valkyrie Ryuko had dashed toward me with her enhanced speed and with aid from Senketsu via propulsion vents, with her Scissor Blade fully extended, as I meet her with Mjolnir at the ready; Our weapons clashed forth, creating a shockwave that rustled the Forest and destroyed cobwebs of Earth.
"*Chuckle* Your strength haft grown considerably Valkyrie Ryuko. I take it you wish to spar then."
"Spar!? Nah I'm getting my receipt for giving me that DamnTitle!" Exclaims Valkyrie Ryuko as she disengaged from our clash to gain distance, a frenzied look to her face yet a Spirit of a Warrior burning brightly; The widest grin can be seen on my face.
"Your Spirit burns brightly Valkyrie Ryuko, that alone would prove Worthy for the next phase of your training. But for now, let us put this spar on hold, as Ruby still has yet to perform her Incantation. Besides, you have yet to introduce your Friend to us." I state to Valkyrie Ryuko, with a "... Oh Yeah" face, as her friend had appeared in front of me.
"Hi, my name is Mako Makanshoko. *Gasp* Ohmygosh, You are so tall! And your muscles, I bet you can carry 50 Cheese Wheels like nothing." Mako, Valkyrie Ryuko's friend, introduces herself to me; It would seem that there's is yet another sweet roll joining the ranks with Ruby and my Love, Rinne. Valkyrie Ryuko herself is just looking toward us with a puzzled look, as if how did Mako teleport right infront of me.
"Well met Mako. I am Tsor Itsuka, Son of Tatsuo and Haruko, Admin to The Avengers. Valkyrie Ryuko is lucky to have a friend such as yourself." I introduce myself to Mako, head patting her as she melts all happily. Then in an instant, she sits herself ontop my left shoulder, getting herself comfortable with a fried snack she pulled out of thin air.
"Ooo Ooo~ can you introduce me to the other members?!" She asks of me with such an innocent sincerity look to her eyes.
"Verily." I answer Mako as we make the rounds to my fellow Avengers.
(Later~)
We gather to the West-most Isle of my Archipelago, where my Rune Rituals are placed and where Ruby's Incantation shall commence. The first to volunteer was surprisingly Ryu; As Ruby begins her Incantation, her Silver Eyes start to glow an Bright Silver.
"For it is in passing that we achieve Immortality."
"Through this, we become a Paragon of Virtue, and Glory to Rise above all."
"Infinite in distance, Unbound by Death."
"I release your Soul, and by my shoulder protect thee."
Said Ruby as Ryu was surrounded by the Light of his Soul; Ruby collapsed to the ground, exhausted from unlocking Ryu's Aura. Not surprising as he has the blood of the Dragon Gods of his Realm, through his veins.
Ryu then proceeded to summon an Ethereal Blade similar to his Dragon Blade, though different... It would appear that this "Echo" is his Semblance, a version of the Complete Dragon Blade Ryu spoke of at the gathering of fire, according to the Jōgan; Ryu faced off against a boulder nearby and swung downward with this "Echo", slicing the bolder/Earth/Sky/ and Sea of 'That Direction', until the slash died down approximately 10km away from my Archipelago.
"Damn! Did you see that Mako, Senketsu!? That slash was insane!" Ryuko exclaimed as Mako nodded her head with stars in her eyes.
"[That was a Powerful Slash indeed Ryuko. Perhaps you could do that too, after your Aura is unlocked.]" Said the Sentient Armor, Senketsu as I make way toward Ryu, finished with Ruby's recovery.
"That is a Mighty Power Ryu. According to my Jōgan, this "Echo" is your Semblance - Dragon's Echo." I inform Ryu the name of his Semblance as Sonic and I work together to restore Ruby to prime condition before the next Incantation.
Once Ruby recovered, Aura stepped foward to have her 'Aura' awakened.
"For it is in passing that we achieve Immortality."
"Through this, we become a Paragon of Virtue, and Glory to Rise above all."
"Infinite in distance, Unbound by Death."
"I release your Soul, and by my shoulder protect thee."
Said Ruby as this time, she hasn't collapsed from exhaustion. The Rune Rituals are enough to replenish her as Aura, surrounded by the Light of her Soul, uses her Semblance; With the Jōgan I quickly realized the True Nature of her Semblance, so to protect the others, I willingly allow Aura's Semblance to only affect myself.
"Hmmm... Truly a deceptive Semblance, Aura. Your power is of the Mind, where two Paths are presented. The first is the Damned Path, where one is subjected to their Worst-Lived Memories, what they truly have gone through. The other is the Redemption Path, where one is shown a glimpse of their possible future if they attempted a different outcome, what they wish could have been."
"Depending on the Path one is shown, one would normally stop dead in their tracks to bear witness to what their Minds have seen. From what the Jōgan haft revealed, this is your Semblance - Branching Paths." I inform Aura of her Semblance's name, as I dispersed the effects of Aura's Semblance upon myself; Once freed, I head pat Aura, whose face turned crimson with visible steam escaping her.
Next to step forward was Blackout, as Ruby cast her Incantation.
"For it is in passing that we achieve Immortality."
"Through this, we become a Paragon of Virtue, and Glory to Rise above all."
"Infinite in distance, Unbound by Death."
"I release your Soul, and by my shoulder protect thee."
Said Ruby as she collapsed from exhaustion with Blackout, surrounded by the Light of its Artificial Soul, using his Semblance as Sonic and I work to recover her; A black fiery aura surrounded Blackout, emitting a feeling of Fear within the entire range of my Archipelago and the surrounding Sea. Non-Sentient Creatures of every type attempted to converge toward Blackout before being struck by The Living Storm. Truly remarkable for an Artificial Soul, but a Soul nonetheless.
"Hmmm... Blackout, it would seem that your power is to invoking Fear into Non-Sentient Creatures, compelling them to confront you to benefit rid of these foreign emotions."
"From what the Jōgan haft revealed to me, this is your Semblance - Maddening Fear." I informed Blackout of its Semblance's name.
[Observation: A fitting ability for this unit.]
[Statement: This unit has calculated a minimum of 1,000 methods to enact violence with more pending, based on this ability alone.]
"Ruby, you should take a break; both for your Soul and Mind. You have collapsed twice thus far." I urge Ruby to rest, nodding as she rests upon the ground. I continue to use Senjutsu, bolstered by my Rune Rituals, to help replenish her lost energies.
After 15 minutes, Ruby rises to her feet, eager to finish what she started, as John steps forward this time.
"For it is in passing that we achieve Immortality."
"Through this, we become a Paragon of Virtue, and Glory to Rise above all."
"Infinite in distance, Unbound by Death."
"I release your Soul, and by my shoulder protect thee."
Said Ruby, dizzy-like but still standing, as the Rituals work to aid Ruby. John, surrounded by the Light of his Soul, materialized a digital figure of a Woman; The Color Blue is consistent throughout her figure with short hair... This is much like the projection of the Voice - Cortana, but actually materialized.
"... Cortana." John says as he strokes Cortana on her cheek, removing his helmet with his free arm.
"[John. I can feel. I can feel you!!]" Cortana exclaims as she embraces John with suppressed Love, with John answering in kind. The rest of us gather round to witness the two Star-Crossed Lovers finally embrace, with the brightest grins in most of our faces.
"Aww~ That's so sweet~" Ruby, now a bit better, says sweetly. Mako joining in Ruby's sentiment.
"*Whistle* Chief buddy, you got one lookin' babe by your side. Not Bad~" Said Sonic with a knowing look.
"Well met Cortana, may we finally be properly introduced. John is very lucky to have a Love such as you." I say to Cortana, her spouting a crimson face, proving just how real she had become.
"John, it would seem that your Semblance is the manifestation of Cortana herself. This form of hers is very similar to an acquaintance of Sonic, Sage; She too is an Advanced Sentient-Digital Lifeform, capable of feeling Emotion."
"Through the Jōgan, I have seen that by supplying the initial amount of Aura, Cortana can sustain herself for a month straight, if not in combat. Otherwise, she can expend herself before having to return to your helmet until you manifest her once more." I inform John and his Love, Cortana, before I give them an offer.
"John, Cortana. If I may, I can grant Cortana a form tied to the Realms, beyond that of Aura, as it is within my power. It would require the very source of power that Sonic haft Evolved to now naturally generate, Cyber Corruption."
"Fair warning, this procedure will take atleast a week, as it may also change the very Nature of your Semblance." I offered to John and Cortana. Each looking toward each other deep into their eyes lovingly before facing me once more.
"Do it." John answers me plainly, but with firmness in his voice and conviction in his eyes, tightening his embrace around Cortana's waist. I nod in affirmation as Ruby gathers herself for another round of Incantations.
It is Ryuko who stepped forward this time, as Ruby prepares her Incantation.
"For it is in passing that we achieve Immortality."
"Through this, we become a Paragon of Virtue, and Glory to Rise above all."
"Infinite in distance, Unbound by Death."
"I release your Soul, and by my shoulder protect thee."
Said Ruby as she stood firmly, withstanding the cost this time around, as the Rituals aid her regardless. Ryuko, surrounded by the Light of her Soul, attempts to use her power... Nothing.
"What the Hell! Why can't I use my Semblance!?" Exclaims Ryuko as I use the Jōgan to see the problem... It would seem her Semblance has yet to develop.
"Valkyrie Ryuko, the Jōgan haft shown me that your Semblance has yet to form. It is because you are still at the start of your Journey."
"Only through experiences you face in your Life, may your Semblance naturally form." I inform Ryuko as she slumps at her Truth, Mako teleporting beside Ryuko, to soothe her friend-in-need with unwavering support. I join her to aid in Ryuko's soothing, using Senjutsu to calm her erratic emotions.
"If you like, you and Mako may remain here in my Realm, for the duration of Cortana's procedure. Should you choose to do so, I will resume your training and teach you the next stage of it." I offered to Valkyrie Ryuko, as that seems to brighten her spirits, as she faces me with burning spirit.
"*Gasp* Really?! Like Really Really?!?!?... Yipee~ I wanna eat all the foods here Ryuko!" Mako says enthusiastically, eager to feast on this Realm cuisine.
"Alright! You betcha ass I'll cash in that receipt!" Answers Ryuko, as Ruby gathers herself for the Incantations of the final two members.
Granolah is next to step forward, as Ruby prepares her Incantation.
"For it is in passing that we achieve Immortality."
"Through this, we become a Paragon of Virtue, and Glory to Rise above all."
"Infinite in distance, Unbound by Death."
"I release your Soul, and by my shoulder protect thee."
Said Ruby, as she collapsed to her knees. Sonic and I move to aid her recovery. Granolah, surrounded by the Light of his Soul, uses his power... His power just skyrocketed, at the expense of most of his Aura Reserves.
"Granolah, it would seem that by sacrificing all but 10% of your Total Aura, you gain a boost to all your capabilities. A simple, yet powerful ability."
"As shown by the Jōgan, this is your Semblance - No Tomorrow." I inform Granolah, as he has a "I expected this" look to him. I turn to Ruby once more.
"Ruby, let us call it for a day. You must rest, as you have worked hard to unlock the 'Aura's' of your fellow Avengers thus far. For both Sonic and I, you must be in top condotion for your Incantation." I state to Ruby, as she nods tiredly.
"Come, let's us feast in honor of the members who have gained their Semblances." I announce to everyone present as I make a call to my Dear Sister, Kotori, to gather the household to my Archipelago.
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It is the next day; Ruby re-invigorated for her Incantation.
Sonic steps forward, as Ruby prepares her Incantation.
"For it is in passing that we achieve Immortality."
"Through this, we become a Paragon of Virtue, and Glory to Rise above all."
"Infinite in distance, Unbound by Death."
"I release your Soul, and by my shoulder protect thee."
Said Ruby, as she collapsed completely to the floor. I move to aid her recovery, bolstered further by the Rune Rituals leftover from yesterday.
Sonic, surrounded by the Light of his Soul, uses his ability; His form has been surrounded by this... Digital Aura of flickering blue and red, changing between the two colors... I see. This is the next stage of his Cyber Corruption, now Evolved.
"Sonic, this is your Semblance - Cyber Corruption. It is the next stage of your Evolved self." I inform Sonic, nodding his head as he zips around the Isle with even more speed, whilst still holding back his True Speed.
"Woah! So fast!" Exclaims Ruby, having gathered enough strength to sit up.
"Ruby, the Incantation for my attempt will leave you thouroughly exhausted, as if you burned your Very Soul. I shall prepare additional Rituals to bolster your even further beyond." I state to Ruby, who nods with affirmation. Using [True Double], Other Tsor and I work to set up additional Rune Rituals to aid Ruby for her Final Incantation.
(25 minutes later~)
The Rituals are set. With our intentions shared, Other Tsor has the Jōgan active; Prepared to witness the changes that may manifest from the depths of our Very Soul.
Ruby, now rested, awaits and gathers herself resolve for one last Incantation.
"For it is in passing that we achieve Immortality."
"Through this, we become a Paragon of Virtue, and Glory to Rise above all."
"Infinite in distance, Unbound by Death."
"I release your Soul, and by my shoulder protect thee."
Said Ruby, collapsing at the speeds rivaling that of Sonic's and her own. Sonic and Other Tsor rushed to help aid her recovery, further bolstered by the additional Rune Rituals placed.
As for myself, I can feel the immediate change... It is as if my Soul haft become closer to becoming Whole.
My Semblance - Primal Instinct, is derived from my Human Nature, the Sadistic/Ruthless Nature of my Legendary Ancient Saiyan side, the Conquest Tendencies of the Viltrumite side and my Divine Domain of War and another still slumbering within me; Once I activate my Semblance, particles of light resembling the colors of my Divine Evil Ki would float and dance around my being. This would be the Catalyst to awaken the slumbering Domain.
As for the ability itself... It bolsters every single attributes in my possession... It seems there is One Last Hurdle to complete.
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(3rd Person POV)
As Tsor stood there, eyes closed as he was deep within his own psyche, the World started trembling; The Skies darkened, Lightning and Thunder crashed about not through the Manipulation of either himself or Mjolnir, but through Tsor's mere existence.
The Other Avengers, unable to sense his power, but can very well feel the effects of Tsor's Power rising rapidly.
"Tsor! Snap out of it!" Granolah managed to say, right before the World trembled, Violently.
Natural Disasters of Every Kind, the very same that remade the World once before at Tsor's Birth, manifested once more at the Ascension of Tsor's Being; The Floodgates have opened. A Divine Domain had finally emerged from within Tsor... Rage.
Tsor's Divine Evil Ki, a malevolent-yet-divine aura, flared out with particles of light resembling the very colors of his Ki, as another color gave way... a Deep Emerald Green as the primary color, with his Divine Evil Ki as the accents.
"HeheHahahaha~" Tsor laughed maniacally to the Skies above, Golden Thunder crashed violently in response as his power could not be contained no longer. He paused... Then the World felt it.
"RAAAAAHHHH!!!-AAAGGHHH!!!-AAAHH!!!" Tsor screamed, his being filled with immense Rage and Pain, as his Very Power created tears, ripping apart his mouth. His Divine Evil Ki exploded outward violently, forming a Dome encircling him, creating such pressure that no one at present could get closer; The Very Space throughout the Entire World had Warped, it's colors changing nine times in quick succession before it settled on a World of Monochrome.
There Tsor stood... Bigger.. Taller... An Absolute Unit, as he is currently without his Enchanted Asgardian Armor. Standing at 12'12" and weighting in at 995Ibs. Though his Hair and his Tail remained the Divine Red that he was born with, his eyebrows and the front underparts of his bangs have become a dark green, symbolizing that he's transformed. The Jōgan gleaming brightly, Forcing Clarity through Tsor entire being.
Tsor has finally become one step closer to becoming Whole, thanks to Ruby opening the floodgates. The catalyst had been cast...
The Legend has been Achieved.