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Post by jedibloo on May 24, 2020 17:45:14 GMT -5
"That's all that can be asked. I hope that you find the peace that you are seeking, Daniel." Eubulon's tone was sincere and thoughtful. He stood up, pulling the Silver Ranger into a warm embrace.
Daniel smiled proudly, putting his arms around his former mentor. "Aye." He says, muffled against his shoulder. "After this, will you be doing it again?" He asked, referring to the Advent Master erasing his memories once more.
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Post by Mr.Silver on May 24, 2020 22:44:05 GMT -5
"That is the plan." Eubulon spoke honestly, removing his arms from around Daniel. "But..." He started again. "There is so much work to do across the universe, I don't believe I'll have the time to come back to do so." The Advent Master said with a wink and a smirk.
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Post by jedibloo on May 25, 2020 5:05:42 GMT -5
"That is the plan." Eubulon spoke honestly, removing his arms from around Daniel. "But..." He started again. "There is so much work to do across the universe, I don't believe I'll have the time to come back to do so." The Advent Master said with a wink and a smirk.
"Oh." It took a minute for Daniel to understand what Eubulon meant until his uncovered eye widen in surprise, "Oh." He began to chuckled for the first time since before Maximillian found him in his memory-less self. It felt like the weight had lifted off from his shoulders. "I am very much okay with that," he said with a broad grin.
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Post by Mr.Silver on May 25, 2020 17:46:55 GMT -5
"Oh." It took a minute for Daniel to understand what Eubulon meant until his uncovered eye widen in surprise, "Oh." He began to chuckled for the first time since before Maximillian found him in his memory-less self. It felt like the weight had lifted off from his shoulders. "I am very much okay with that," he said with a broad grin.
"Good." Eubulon smiled. "Now, I must be going." The Advent Master clapped Daniel's shoulder. "Take care of yourself, Daniel. And be safe."
***
Back on Eltar, the Golden Guard stood over the three elders. His armor was nicked and dinged thanks to the damage he sustained with fighting three elders. The three elders were worse for wear as their clothing was tattered and stained with their blood.
"You will not get away with this!" Gnome cried. "Even if you escape today, the power will not protect you! You will be stopped and forced to pay for what you've done!"
"You're right. The power won't protect me. It hasn't protected me from heartbreak, the pain of loss, or the sting of betrayal. But it does make me strong! And that's enough!" Zeo kicked Gnome in the gut before driving his Z-Lancer through the Elder's head with Xavier looking on from the ship in horror.
Enraged, Klotho attempted to fire a blast of energy at Zeo's head but the eltarian warrior dodged and looked the female elder right in the eye. He took his lancer out of the other elder's head and was fixated on the blood on its bladed tip. Without saying another word, he drove his lancer through Klotho's head, killing her instantly.
Barza crawled over to Zeo, grabbing his ankles. "You will suffer!" Barza coughed up blood, not able to stand. "The Power Rangers will stop you!" Those words were Barza's last as they were immediately followed by a lancer through his head, marking the death of the last elder of Eltar. He powered down, removing his armor, smiling at the three dead bodies.
"Let them try."
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Post by venomizer on May 26, 2020 0:48:39 GMT -5
Nolan looked back at Jennifer and smiled. "I think it's about time we see what the rest of the team are up to. Shall we?" Nolan said as he raised his arm for Jenn to take.
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Post by mariescott on May 26, 2020 1:14:22 GMT -5
Jennifer laughed softly. "I guess it is. Let's go," she said linking her arm with his.
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Post by jedibloo on May 26, 2020 2:05:33 GMT -5
"Good." Eubulon smiled. "Now, I must be going." The Advent Master clapped Daniel's shoulder. "Take care of yourself, Daniel. And be safe."
"Thanks. Tell Kit, Ronin, and Valerie 'Hi' for me." Daniel informs Eubulon before he left the laboratory via his reflector travel technique. After that, the Silver Ranger stood still inside the laboratory, pondering about everything. He inhaled deeply and let air pass through his lips. People said you’re supposed to feel better once you talk about your feelings, but he doesn’t. He will in time. For now, all that matters was his concerns were at eased and he could focus on the present.
Daniel stepped out from the laboratory to search for the others but, he found the hall empty. Then he remembered the particular location, so he decided to go there instead. When he arrived at the Command, he found Joey, Memphis, and Dr. Manx there. "Hi guys," he greeted.
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Post by Mr.Silver on May 26, 2020 18:07:09 GMT -5
"Thanks. Tell Kit, Ronin, and Valerie 'Hi' for me." Daniel informs Eubulon before he left the laboratory via his reflector travel technique. After that, the Silver Ranger stood still inside the laboratory, pondering about everything. He inhaled deeply and let air pass through his lips. People said you’re supposed to feel better once you talk about your feelings, but he doesn’t. He will in time. For now, all that matters was his concerns were at eased and he could focus on the present.
"I will." Eubulon waved as Daniel took his leave. The Advent Master smiled as he felt that the young Ranger was in good hands. Unfortunately, all of his feelings weren't good ones as he felt a chill run down his spine with a great darkness on the horizon. Knowing that there was still more work to do, Eubulon vanished through a mirror and back to his Riders so that he may continue his rebuilding efforts across the universe.
***
With the three Eltarian elders dead, Zeo and Xavier were able to take off without further interruption. Zeo slid down to the floor, crying hysterically. He demorphed but the thoughts of the blood of the elders he held so dear was splattered across Eltar. Once the ship was in auto pilot, Xavier brought Zeo into a hug in an effort to console him. The genius of Eltar didn't agree with Zeo's slaughter but for him loyalty overrode logic every time when it came to Zeo.
"You.. we did what we had to do, Zeo. Now we have to focus on our goal, otherwise the deaths of our elders would be for nothing."
After another moment, the tears subsided and Zeo slowly made it back to his feet. "You're right, my friend. We have to show them! We must show them we're right and I know just how to do it!" Zeo pointed at the Dimensional Device. "We have to change some things if we're going to show the Rangers and planet Earth the light. Xavier, I need a favor from you."
"Name it."
"We need to make a slight change to the device in terms of its capabilities. We've been so busy focusing on other Rangers from other timelines when the answer has been in front of us all along."
"Consider it done. May I ask who did you have in mind?"
"Something forbidden." Zeo smirked. It's risky but at this point, we don't have a choice."
"Okay. I'll get started now."
With Xavier working on the Dimension Device's modifications, Zeo's new plan would soon come to fruition and with his somewhat fragile psyche, the fears of the Rangers would all soon be realized.
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The year was 2011 and the Halo Dynasty Rangers were locked into a vicious final battle against Garland, a former Kamen Rider who seized one of the forbidden rider decks to conquer the planet. During the final battle, he was betrayed by his comrades, leading to his defeat at the hands of the Halo Dynasty team but there was a catch. During the Rangers' final attack when Garland was hit with the Mega Vent finisher, Garland did indeed vanish without a trace but not for the reasons that those Rangers may have thought.
Garland opened his eyes, seeing that his powers were gone and he was battered and bruised. He looked around and saw this technologically advanced area which was a far cry from the battlefield he was on. "I didn't know this was what hell looked like."
"I assure you, Garland. Hell is not quite this pleasant." The voice belonged to Xavier who stood over the Rider with Zeo at his side, helping him to his feet.
"What the hell!? I should be dead! The last thing I recall is being on the unfortunate end of an attack from those damn Rangers."
"Well Garland. That's part of the reason why we brought you here. We have much to discuss." Zeo smiled, hopeful that his plan was going to work.
***
Back at Delta Command, Commander Finley had kept to himself the past couple of days. He was sitting in Commander Storm's office, drinking a beer and looking at files, hoping for a clue.
"I don't why you haven't come back yet but you need to move your ass." Finley said to himself. "Because I have a feeling the worst is yet to come and we're going to need ya."
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Post by venomizer on May 27, 2020 0:10:14 GMT -5
in the past couple of days, Nolan trained and he trained harder than he ever had. He usually stayed on the training grounds as he knew that any day now, Xavier and Zeo were gonna pull something out of their eltarian asses and try to destroy the team. "I've got to be ready." Nolan said as he kept training.
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Post by jedibloo on May 27, 2020 1:17:09 GMT -5
If there was one thing Daniel hadn’t done in a while, it's taking Kendo. Following his conversation with Eubulon, he found a new motivation to help his teammates against Zeo and Xavier while also focusing on himself. Finding peace within himself was still a gradual process but he's learning to embrace both memories. Right now he's at the park outside of the Compound practicing his swordplay with Dotto, who he picked up for a visit.
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Post by Mr.Silver on May 27, 2020 16:41:51 GMT -5
In the simulation room, Joey and Memphis took the opportunity to get some training in of their own. Unbeknownst to them, their training was gathering a small crowd in the observation room next to the simulation room. The two Rangers were sparring for almost an hour, impressing spectators with their endurance, especially given the wear and tear on their bodies from previous stints as Rangers. Once they were done training, both men exited the room, drenched in sweat. Since the arrival of the Gold and Silver Rangers, Joey had spent a lot of time with Memphis, helping him get acclimated to this new world.
"Not bad for an old man." Memphis grabbed two towels, tossing one over to the Red Ranger.
"I'm not that much older than you." Joey responded, grabbing hold of a towel, wiping his face.
"Old enough." Memphis quipped.
"Yet I'm still faster than you." Joey chuckled.
"Barely." The two Rangers continued to talk with one another until they got to the observation room and saw the group of spectators. "Is this the first time they've seen two guys spar before?"
"Nope. The last time someone sparred like this in here was me....and Brooklyn." Joey trailed off, remembering how the duo used to train here.
Memphis remained quiet for a moment. He had received the cliff notes version from Jenn and Nolan regarding Brooklyn and Joey's history, so he knew the pair was close and this training probably triggered a memory.
"Dude, you're good. I'm not triggered like that."
"Good because I don't do well walking on egg shells." Suddenly, all of the cadets and employees who were watching the pair rushed out of the room in a hurry. "Maybe they're walking on egg shells?" Memphis was puzzled at the mass exodus. When the guys turned around, they saw one woman with her arms folded who didn't look happy to be here. The Gold Ranger got into a fighting stance and Joey couldn't help but chuckle.
"She's not an enemy. You're good." Joey held his arm out to keep Memphis from attacking.
"So she's a friendly?"
"I didn't say that either. You're good. Memphis...meet Jules."
Memphis took a look into Jules' eyes and he could tell right away she was pissed. "I know that look. Joey, how bad did you screw up?"
"Try not calling his girlfriend since he's got back in from the cold and his girlfriend finding out he was alive through a news bulletin."
"Shit." Memphis looked back at Joey, shaking his head. "I know that look. Apparently it's multiversal." Memphis said nothing else as he walked away, knowing that this was a battle he had no business getting involved in.
"You sure don't need more help with training? Or anything?" Joey pleaded, only receiving a wave of Memphis' hand. He turned his attention back to Jules, who backed Joey into the observation room, closing the door behind them so she can rip him a new one in private.
***
"So let me understand this. I was seconds from death until I got pulled into the future by your technology." Garland sat with Zeo and Xavier as they brought him up to speed on their current situation. "And you have been suffering losses to the current brand of Rangers and you're brought me here to help you stop them while you locate Commander Storm for his crimes against the morphin' grid?"
"That is the short version, yes." Xavier spoke in response as he took a sip of tea. He was not for bringing in a villain from the past, especially one who was as vile as Garland during a time when Zeo was already stressed after the battle on Eltar.
"Okay. So which team do I have to deal with? SPD? Halo Dynasty? PLEASE tell me it's Halo Dynasty!"
"None of the above." Zeo replied. "This is the Dynasty Drive team. They are comprised of One of the Advent Master's former warriors, a Ranger from a different timeline, two rookies, and their leader is a veteran Ranger himself who was friends with Brooklyn Turner."
"I'm familiar with the friend. Perhaps I can use him to get my revenge on Brooklyn for killing me... or almost killing me. That bastard!"
"That won't be necessary." Xavier chimed in. "Brooklyn Turner was vanquished several months ago by Zeo's hand."
"You're kidding me! Really?" Garland jumped up in celebration, feeling great joy that his one time rival was dead. Even though he wished to the deed himself, he'll take the W however he can get it. "You should have led with that. Whatever you need, I'm sure I can help you."
"Excellent!" Zeo shook Garland's hand. "Together, the three of us can bring stability and peace to the morphin grid." While Zeo was happy, Xavier kept his eyes on Garland for he had a bad feeling about what the former Kamen Rider may be capable of.
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Post by venomizer on May 28, 2020 0:26:59 GMT -5
After Nolan trained, he made his way past the Simulation Room only to run into the Gold Ranger, Memphis who look like he just had a workout himself and Nolan couldn't help but think of that one song when he saw Memphis and couldn't help but sing. " I'm walking in Memphis, was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale. Walking in Memphis but do I really feel the way I feel." Nolan sang and then chuckled.
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Post by Mr.Silver on May 28, 2020 0:54:00 GMT -5
"Don't quit your day job." Memphis deadpanned before taking a sip of water.
"I'm surprised you're not camped out at the vehicle bay or trying to pick up girls."
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Post by venomizer on May 28, 2020 2:46:06 GMT -5
"Just got done training. As far as for girls, that's not the biggest thing on my mind and neither is the vehicles." Nolan said as he leaned against the wall. "How's the adjustment going? I know its not your world but, its home." Nolan said as he looked back at Memphis.
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Post by Mr.Silver on May 28, 2020 19:50:49 GMT -5
"Just got done training. As far as for girls, that's not the biggest thing on my mind and neither is the vehicles." Nolan said as he leaned against the wall. "How's the adjustment going? I know its not your world but, its home." Nolan said as he looked back at Memphis.
"It's..different." Memphis answered. "It's much brighter here compared to my world which was just recovering from the post apocalyptic shit. It makes me think what could have been had we gotten Rangers sooner than we did."
***
Back on the Eltarian ship, Zeo, Xavier, and Garland were knee deep in discussions. They were contemplating the best way to attack their current predicament next.
"So what do you propose? Based on what I know, you've been getting out maneuvered on the chess board and them having a full team now doesn't help matters." Garland spoke, serving as a sharp contrast to Xavier who was more diplomatic compared to Garland's sharper tongue minus the filter.
"I know. Bringing in other Rangers has not been successful. Dare I say it's backfired for it's only made my opponents stronger."
"Here's a bright idea." Garland said to Zeo. "Why not use your tech to travel back to a point where you know you can find Storm and bring him in then?"
"It's too risky." Zeo shuddered at the thought. "If we go to another time period, we risk even more of a battle and even more blood being shed than it already has. There has to be another way."
Garland was not fond of the answer but he knew Zeo wasn't the most mentally stable creature right now, so in order to get what he wants, he would have to play this right.
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While the Rangers on Earth were enjoying their peace and quiet, Aquitar remained relatively peaceful, given that their protectors had no powers to defend the planet with. It also helped that the Kamen Riders regularly frequented the aquatic planet due to a certain White Ranger's romance with Earth's super thief turned Wing Knight known as Ronin.
"You know, as much as I've eaten this stuff, I still get the tingles when eating Aquitian food." Ronin smiled while the two shared a meal.
"That means that you have the 'good stuff'. I believe that is what you call it, correct?"
"Something like that." Ronin laughed. "I wonder how Daniel's doing. I haven't been to see him since he got his memories restored, so I know he's probably driving himself loopy."
"You should go see him." Delphinne reached across the table, placing her hand on top of Ronin's.
"Yeah but you guys are exposed until the Rangers figure out how to get your powers back."
"I'm sure we'll manage." Delphinne smiled. "But I know that your friend weighs heavily on your mind and seeing him should provide clarity."
"You're right." Ronin sighed. "As always."
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