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Warriors Journey•Rise of the Demon part 7
chapter 7-Daughter of Dragons
" Just choose one. You're making it harder than it has to be". Ben yelled at Arashi.
Leaf Red had set out pieces of armor for him. He'd noticed his clothing was tattered and dirty.
" But I want something that protects me as well as allows me to move more efficiently". He stroked his imaginary beard.
" If you want something malleable as well as flexible I'd recommend leather steel. The padding is a tough soft leather and the outer parts are steel mixed with gold".
He jesters to a shiny steel shoulder plate, similar to Kenshi's.
Arashi throws it around his shoulder and ties it up. " Fits great", Arashi said." But, it's a little too bland. Could you add some color to it?"
Můn smiled. A butterfly landed on her finger. She placed it on Arashi's shoulder plate. With a flap of its wings, the plain silver plate vibrantly changed colors. A sky blue plate with a white line that shifted colors in the light.
" Woah! What was that?!" Ben asked for Arashi.
" Jiko magic", Můn said plainly.
That was the first time Ben had seen Jiko magic. Except for when King Polo threw him around back on Royal Island.
" What's Jiko Magic?" Arashi asked as he rubbed the magical paint around.
" Jiko magic is one of three different types of magic. It's gifted to you by someone else or earned from within". Ben had remembered what King Polo said so long ago. He wanted to learn magic so badly.
An hour later Arashi and Ben wanted to test out his armor in the woods. Ben unsheathed his sword and slashed his shoulder plate. A loud ' ding' rang throughout the forest.
" Woah. Even with 100% of my force, not even a dent was left", Ben said. He resheathed his sword as Arashi started talking.
" Hey. That magic Můn used earlier. Where do you think it came from?"
" Well, we wouldn't know unless we asked her. She's incredibly capable so I'd assume it came from within herself instead of it being passed down".
" Hm. Do you think we'd ever get magic?"
" I hope so. It would be as much fun as it was dangerous. But this world is full of things we haven't even encountered yet".
" So many possible adventures are just waiting for us. That's crazy", Arashi said.
" Adventures await".
Suddenly out of nowhere, a flame blue spirit appeared. Slowly, bit by bit, the ghost-like flame built itself up. And finally, a fully formed spirited of a girl showed itself.
" Benjamin Potter. Wolf Arashi. I am Queen Lammè. Daughter of Dragons. I have come to tell you of your purpose among the universe". The blue spirit named Queen Lammè bowed in respect. Her voice as soft as silk and aa gentle as a mountain breeze.
" H-hi. How-where"- The spirit of Queen Lammè cut off Ben's stuttering.
" I know of your names because the Spirits of Malema have vast and limitless knowledge. I came from the spirit world of Kiboto. Please, hold your questions while I speak. Benjamin. You are the perfect balance of peace and destruction. You will save this universe from your father and restore the universe from annihilation. It may not look like the world is in danger but it truly is in its last days and if you don't rise to your true power, the planet and the universe will be as good as dead".
Ben struggled to understand. He didn't even understand his purpose in life. All he wanted was to meet King Polo and study the Laws of Nature, now a dead Queen is telling him that he's the messiah of the universe. And his father? Why would he need to save the universe from a scientist from the Mal X desert?
" Arashi. Son of Vikings. You must never let Ben's potential become unchecked. He is and isn't everything. You are one of two people on the face of Malema that can check Benjamin's vast power. I bestow upon you Spirit Dragons for your coming journey of hardship".
Seemingly out of nowhere two nine-foot dragons come into sight. One was all Red with a spiky jaw and a tail that faded from red into a light blue. The other completely true blue with two, spike-covered horns, a flat horn on his nose and no tail. Each as scary as the other.
" The red for Benjamin and the blue for Arashi. Rise children".
The ghost Queen bowed her head and disappeared into the sky like a lost ember.
Ben couldn't handle it. It was too much information to handle. He felt like breaking down and quitting. He had to save the universe? From his father? Was Dr. Gemm an evil scientist? And Arashi. One of two people who could check his power? What power?
Two many questions, not enough answers. And these Spirit dragons. Ben had never seen one before and yet he looked down at his feet in fear. He couldn't save the universe. He couldn't even beat Kenshi in a duel.
Ben's self-pity weighed more than the ocean. He felt like his brain wasn't strong enough to hold the information. To grasp the concept of it.
" Hey, Ben. The dragons seem friendly", Arashi said rubbing the head of a sitting, blue scaled dragon.
Ben raises his head to look over at what normally amazes him.
A red-furred dragon sat two feet away from him. If he wanted Ben could touch a dragon. An honor not even 1/100 of the world get to do. Ben sat on a boulder behind him that made him eye level with the massive beast.
Ben caught a glimpse of the red beast's eye and like magic, felt good about himself again. Like the stars aligned themselves just for him. A smile of someone who understands built itself across Ben's face.
He reached his hand out slowly and touched the top of the dragons head. The dragon in return smiled. " I'm gonna call you", he looked at the end of his tail, " Big Blue ". The massive tongue of Big Blue slobbered on Ben's checks. All he could do was laugh, that's all this dragon wanted to make him do.
He knew he understood. Somehow he needed to unlock this power inside of him. Like Jiko Magic. But how? That was the question that needed answering.
" Stubbur". Arashi said as he scratched his blue friends back.
" What?" Ben added.
" Stubbur. That's his name. Since he has that stump like horn on his snout".
Ben jumped off the boulder with a sudden burst of motivation. " We need to find Leaf Red. He'd know what to do right?" Ben didn't wait for Arashi to respond. He just fast-walked to the main camp.
Big Blue and Stubbur followed even though they weren't given the order.
Halfway to the camp, Ben was suddenly stopped by Big Blue. His attention diverted deeper into the forest. He walked like he was stalking prey. Wide eyes, he carefully placed his paws and his head was perfectly aligned with his spine. No more than ten more steps and they stopped.
Ben looked around moving piles of pine needles and flipping over rocks." What could it be, boy?" He asked cheerfully.
Under a rock lied a golden claw, similar to Big Blue's. Except three times larger. Almost the size of Ben's head. Ben rubbed off the wet dirt that had been accumulating under the rock. Once the dirt was cleaned off the words," Kings Blood ", revealed itself. Engraved on the side of the golden claw no more than a thousand years ago.
The Blue flame-like Queen appeared once more." Do you understand now Benjamin? Your father's claw. Lost in a battle three thousand years ago".
Ben broke out in anger." I'm done! Who are you talking about? Dr. Gemm doesn't even collect claws!"
The Blue Ghost of Queen Lammè became saddened. "Th-They didn't...Tell you. I see."
" Tell me what, Queen?" Ben's curiosity grew.
" I mustn't tell you now. You need your strength for the journey. That Claw. One of three. Each representing the emotions of blood. King's Blood, respect, brotherhood, and strength. Queens Blood, passion, equality, and love. Demons Blood, hate, anger and deception. Place each claw at the end of your sword to gain the powers of The Choas Claws. Journey to find all three and you will grow to your full power".
The blue ghost faded out of existence. Ben felt like he wasn't going to see her again.
" What could all three do Ben? What powers do they hold?" Arahsi's fear grew with his curiosity.
" We'll find out soon enough ". Ben handed the golden Claw, King Bloods to Big Blue. He held it gently in his mouth as they walked back to camp.
" Hey. Boys I have- Boys!"
Leaf Red tried taking to the two as they passed them.
" What are those things? Colorful Lamadiles? Couldn't be".
Ben made it into his hut that he shared with Kenshi and Arashi. He searched for something to hold Kings Blood at the end of his katana. That's what Queen Lammè said to do, he had trust and faith in her even though he got angry.
" Found it". Ben held up a thick piece of rope that kept ships on docks. He couldn't pierce a hole throw the hand of his katana so he tied a knot threw the, already, tied fabric. He didn't want to break Kings Blood but he risked it anyway.
Ben stuck the Claw in Big Blues mouth and said," Bite". Like butter, a hole was pierced throw the golden Claw. Ben scrambled as if he was in a hurry. He stuck the rope throw the hold and tied the rest through the fabric. He katana was twice as heavy but it didn't matter. He already felt stronger.
Kenshi marched into the hut. " Look what has been following me around for the past three minutes". He steps out of the doorframe to reveal a yellow furred beast of a dragon. Roughly the size of a walrus or even a moose. The dragon had red horns wider than Ben's wingspan. Although he didn't have a tail like Big Blue, he had red horns jumping out of his jaw.
" Woah!" Arashi screamed with passion." His horns are even bigger than Stubbur's! What are you gonna name him?"
" Name? Why would I name a beast that has personal boundary issues?"
"It's not that Kenshi". Ben explained." Queen Lammè visited us from the spirit world and gave us dragons. She told us I was this messiah of the universe and that Arashi was the only one to keep me in check. Then she gave us dragons"
" Okay okay. Queen Lammè… Daughter of dragons said you were the messiah of the universe and gave you dragons". Kenshi said with little to no confidence.
" Basically, ya". Ben said dramatically.
" Believable". Kenshi said still with no belief in his words.
" How else would we get dragons. People say that only 10% of the entire population that ever existed, have seen a dragon in their lifetimes". Arashi added.
" We should consult someone with more experience than two liars and a swordsman". Kenshi said walking out of the hut.
They went to find Leaf Red who was the oldest person around.
" Hey, Leaf Red. We have this dragon problem". Kenshi said casually.
Leaf Red turned around to see three dragons sitting in front of him.
" Oh Goodness! How, in the ever-living God, did you find three dragons?!"
" Queen Lammè gave them to us". Ben said.
" Hold on let me just admire these beauties. It's not every day you see something so rare". He walked to each dragon and gave a mini examination.
He wrote down notes as he studied them." Fury and scaled. The different array of colors. Bighorns. Horns everywhere. Friendlier than a kitten. Yellow teeth. Holds up to the myth. Massive claws".
He cleared his throat. " Okay. I've taken the information in, processed it. You said Queen Lammè gave you dragons. I get that. Now what I don't understand here is that thing at the end of your katana". He pointed to Kings Blood.
" Oh, this". Ben dangled the claw above him." Queen Lammè called it a Chaos Claw. This one's called Kings Blood".
" May Lord watch over us…"
" Just choose one. You're making it harder than it has to be". Ben yelled at Arashi.
Leaf Red had set out pieces of armor for him. He'd noticed his clothing was tattered and dirty.
" But I want something that protects me as well as allows me to move more efficiently". He stroked his imaginary beard.
" If you want something malleable as well as flexible I'd recommend leather steel. The padding is a tough soft leather and the outer parts are steel mixed with gold".
He jesters to a shiny steel shoulder plate, similar to Kenshi's.
Arashi throws it around his shoulder and ties it up. " Fits great", Arashi said." But, it's a little too bland. Could you add some color to it?"
Můn smiled. A butterfly landed on her finger. She placed it on Arashi's shoulder plate. With a flap of its wings, the plain silver plate vibrantly changed colors. A sky blue plate with a white line that shifted colors in the light.
" Woah! What was that?!" Ben asked for Arashi.
" Jiko magic", Můn said plainly.
That was the first time Ben had seen Jiko magic. Except for when King Polo threw him around back on Royal Island.
" What's Jiko Magic?" Arashi asked as he rubbed the magical paint around.
" Jiko magic is one of three different types of magic. It's gifted to you by someone else or earned from within". Ben had remembered what King Polo said so long ago. He wanted to learn magic so badly.
An hour later Arashi and Ben wanted to test out his armor in the woods. Ben unsheathed his sword and slashed his shoulder plate. A loud ' ding' rang throughout the forest.
" Woah. Even with 100% of my force, not even a dent was left", Ben said. He resheathed his sword as Arashi started talking.
" Hey. That magic Můn used earlier. Where do you think it came from?"
" Well, we wouldn't know unless we asked her. She's incredibly capable so I'd assume it came from within herself instead of it being passed down".
" Hm. Do you think we'd ever get magic?"
" I hope so. It would be as much fun as it was dangerous. But this world is full of things we haven't even encountered yet".
" So many possible adventures are just waiting for us. That's crazy", Arashi said.
" Adventures await".
Suddenly out of nowhere, a flame blue spirit appeared. Slowly, bit by bit, the ghost-like flame built itself up. And finally, a fully formed spirited of a girl showed itself.
" Benjamin Potter. Wolf Arashi. I am Queen Lammè. Daughter of Dragons. I have come to tell you of your purpose among the universe". The blue spirit named Queen Lammè bowed in respect. Her voice as soft as silk and aa gentle as a mountain breeze.
" H-hi. How-where"- The spirit of Queen Lammè cut off Ben's stuttering.
" I know of your names because the Spirits of Malema have vast and limitless knowledge. I came from the spirit world of Kiboto. Please, hold your questions while I speak. Benjamin. You are the perfect balance of peace and destruction. You will save this universe from your father and restore the universe from annihilation. It may not look like the world is in danger but it truly is in its last days and if you don't rise to your true power, the planet and the universe will be as good as dead".
Ben struggled to understand. He didn't even understand his purpose in life. All he wanted was to meet King Polo and study the Laws of Nature, now a dead Queen is telling him that he's the messiah of the universe. And his father? Why would he need to save the universe from a scientist from the Mal X desert?
" Arashi. Son of Vikings. You must never let Ben's potential become unchecked. He is and isn't everything. You are one of two people on the face of Malema that can check Benjamin's vast power. I bestow upon you Spirit Dragons for your coming journey of hardship".
Seemingly out of nowhere two nine-foot dragons come into sight. One was all Red with a spiky jaw and a tail that faded from red into a light blue. The other completely true blue with two, spike-covered horns, a flat horn on his nose and no tail. Each as scary as the other.
" The red for Benjamin and the blue for Arashi. Rise children".
The ghost Queen bowed her head and disappeared into the sky like a lost ember.
Ben couldn't handle it. It was too much information to handle. He felt like breaking down and quitting. He had to save the universe? From his father? Was Dr. Gemm an evil scientist? And Arashi. One of two people who could check his power? What power?
Two many questions, not enough answers. And these Spirit dragons. Ben had never seen one before and yet he looked down at his feet in fear. He couldn't save the universe. He couldn't even beat Kenshi in a duel.
Ben's self-pity weighed more than the ocean. He felt like his brain wasn't strong enough to hold the information. To grasp the concept of it.
" Hey, Ben. The dragons seem friendly", Arashi said rubbing the head of a sitting, blue scaled dragon.
Ben raises his head to look over at what normally amazes him.
A red-furred dragon sat two feet away from him. If he wanted Ben could touch a dragon. An honor not even 1/100 of the world get to do. Ben sat on a boulder behind him that made him eye level with the massive beast.
Ben caught a glimpse of the red beast's eye and like magic, felt good about himself again. Like the stars aligned themselves just for him. A smile of someone who understands built itself across Ben's face.
He reached his hand out slowly and touched the top of the dragons head. The dragon in return smiled. " I'm gonna call you", he looked at the end of his tail, " Big Blue ". The massive tongue of Big Blue slobbered on Ben's checks. All he could do was laugh, that's all this dragon wanted to make him do.
He knew he understood. Somehow he needed to unlock this power inside of him. Like Jiko Magic. But how? That was the question that needed answering.
" Stubbur". Arashi said as he scratched his blue friends back.
" What?" Ben added.
" Stubbur. That's his name. Since he has that stump like horn on his snout".
Ben jumped off the boulder with a sudden burst of motivation. " We need to find Leaf Red. He'd know what to do right?" Ben didn't wait for Arashi to respond. He just fast-walked to the main camp.
Big Blue and Stubbur followed even though they weren't given the order.
Halfway to the camp, Ben was suddenly stopped by Big Blue. His attention diverted deeper into the forest. He walked like he was stalking prey. Wide eyes, he carefully placed his paws and his head was perfectly aligned with his spine. No more than ten more steps and they stopped.
Ben looked around moving piles of pine needles and flipping over rocks." What could it be, boy?" He asked cheerfully.
Under a rock lied a golden claw, similar to Big Blue's. Except three times larger. Almost the size of Ben's head. Ben rubbed off the wet dirt that had been accumulating under the rock. Once the dirt was cleaned off the words," Kings Blood ", revealed itself. Engraved on the side of the golden claw no more than a thousand years ago.
The Blue flame-like Queen appeared once more." Do you understand now Benjamin? Your father's claw. Lost in a battle three thousand years ago".
Ben broke out in anger." I'm done! Who are you talking about? Dr. Gemm doesn't even collect claws!"
The Blue Ghost of Queen Lammè became saddened. "Th-They didn't...Tell you. I see."
" Tell me what, Queen?" Ben's curiosity grew.
" I mustn't tell you now. You need your strength for the journey. That Claw. One of three. Each representing the emotions of blood. King's Blood, respect, brotherhood, and strength. Queens Blood, passion, equality, and love. Demons Blood, hate, anger and deception. Place each claw at the end of your sword to gain the powers of The Choas Claws. Journey to find all three and you will grow to your full power".
The blue ghost faded out of existence. Ben felt like he wasn't going to see her again.
" What could all three do Ben? What powers do they hold?" Arahsi's fear grew with his curiosity.
" We'll find out soon enough ". Ben handed the golden Claw, King Bloods to Big Blue. He held it gently in his mouth as they walked back to camp.
" Hey. Boys I have- Boys!"
Leaf Red tried taking to the two as they passed them.
" What are those things? Colorful Lamadiles? Couldn't be".
Ben made it into his hut that he shared with Kenshi and Arashi. He searched for something to hold Kings Blood at the end of his katana. That's what Queen Lammè said to do, he had trust and faith in her even though he got angry.
" Found it". Ben held up a thick piece of rope that kept ships on docks. He couldn't pierce a hole throw the hand of his katana so he tied a knot threw the, already, tied fabric. He didn't want to break Kings Blood but he risked it anyway.
Ben stuck the Claw in Big Blues mouth and said," Bite". Like butter, a hole was pierced throw the golden Claw. Ben scrambled as if he was in a hurry. He stuck the rope throw the hold and tied the rest through the fabric. He katana was twice as heavy but it didn't matter. He already felt stronger.
Kenshi marched into the hut. " Look what has been following me around for the past three minutes". He steps out of the doorframe to reveal a yellow furred beast of a dragon. Roughly the size of a walrus or even a moose. The dragon had red horns wider than Ben's wingspan. Although he didn't have a tail like Big Blue, he had red horns jumping out of his jaw.
" Woah!" Arashi screamed with passion." His horns are even bigger than Stubbur's! What are you gonna name him?"
" Name? Why would I name a beast that has personal boundary issues?"
"It's not that Kenshi". Ben explained." Queen Lammè visited us from the spirit world and gave us dragons. She told us I was this messiah of the universe and that Arashi was the only one to keep me in check. Then she gave us dragons"
" Okay okay. Queen Lammè… Daughter of dragons said you were the messiah of the universe and gave you dragons". Kenshi said with little to no confidence.
" Basically, ya". Ben said dramatically.
" Believable". Kenshi said still with no belief in his words.
" How else would we get dragons. People say that only 10% of the entire population that ever existed, have seen a dragon in their lifetimes". Arashi added.
" We should consult someone with more experience than two liars and a swordsman". Kenshi said walking out of the hut.
They went to find Leaf Red who was the oldest person around.
" Hey, Leaf Red. We have this dragon problem". Kenshi said casually.
Leaf Red turned around to see three dragons sitting in front of him.
" Oh Goodness! How, in the ever-living God, did you find three dragons?!"
" Queen Lammè gave them to us". Ben said.
" Hold on let me just admire these beauties. It's not every day you see something so rare". He walked to each dragon and gave a mini examination.
He wrote down notes as he studied them." Fury and scaled. The different array of colors. Bighorns. Horns everywhere. Friendlier than a kitten. Yellow teeth. Holds up to the myth. Massive claws".
He cleared his throat. " Okay. I've taken the information in, processed it. You said Queen Lammè gave you dragons. I get that. Now what I don't understand here is that thing at the end of your katana". He pointed to Kings Blood.
" Oh, this". Ben dangled the claw above him." Queen Lammè called it a Chaos Claw. This one's called Kings Blood".
" May Lord watch over us…"
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