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 Posted: Wed Jul 03, 2013 1:38 am
The King of Heaven and he didn't have a clue. Now I see what David wanted to avoid Heaven. I just hope he had a better welcoming in Hell than I did up here. "For the King of Heaven they sure don't tell you much do they?" Arc would let out a small laugh before shaking his head. He knew that comments such as his last one weren't helping anything. Now that he was face to face with who he came to see he needed to get right to the point.
"Originally I came to give you information about the Seven Sins, and join you in defeating them. There's no point in hiding this anymore since Heaven already knows, but I was the one that freed the Sins. After my capture Heaven found a link between the Sins and I. They severed that link and I've been here ever since." Arc didn't know what Lucas planned on doing with him, and he didn't care he just wanted to finish what he started. "So what do you say? Think you could use my help against the Sins?" Arc didn't know that with the link severed that the Sins were already dead, and with this situation hopefully neither did Lucas.
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Posted: Wed Jul 03, 2013 11:38 am
"Excuse me? This Sins was your doing? Arc, what were you thinking?? And....."
Lucas stepped back and looked off to the side, eyeing one of the guards who was hovering nearby to keep surveillance. Something was off and Lucas didn't feel right the moment he stepped foot out of his throne room.
If the Council knew about Arc and the Sins why didn't they inform their King? Or maybe Lucas had finished up his business in Cathedral Capital before they had a chance to. If that was the case then...they might discover some unsettling news about Aaron.
The Nephilim's brain was wracking for an answer but he didn't have much time at all. Then again, Lucas was also hesitant to accept Arc's help to combat the sins. The damage caused by Cruxis was severely impacting and it wasn't something Lucas could simply forget. However if Arc knew that Lucas had freed Inferno to save his own hide then only more trouble would come from keeping Arc detained.
"Damned if I do, damned if I don't."
He'd mutter to himself and look back to Arc. He'd frown and shake his head, uncertain of if his choice was the right one. "I don't think I can allow you your freedom so easily, Arc."
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"Fret not, Lucas. He's going nowhere. In fact, we'll be having you join him."
A hulking figure would step through the shadows and into the light, the mans footsteps stepping firmly over the prison floor with a light thud. The room was open and spacious, even though it contained several cells yet this man seemed to impose his presence upon everyone. Joined by a handful of guardsmen, the towering Celestial was clad in heavy armor. A towering shield was mounted on his back and the man rested a warhammer over his right shoulder. The head of the hammer looked nearly as tall as Lucas did yet it was clear that it was considerably heavier than him. Certainly it could crush a foe with a single strike. Yet Lucas was more concerned as to why this man was here in the first place
"The Council demands your arrest. I'm sure you know why. Further more they were interested to see what sort of relationship you had with this demon. The Cruxis seemed to have had their interest in you for a while...don't resist, your highness."
Deep and grim, the mans voice rumbled through the halls of the prison. The guardsmen on either side of Lucas would approach slowly, one prepared to bind Lucas and the other to lock him in the cell.
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"...Well, Arc. As embarrassing as this is, I've lost plenty of humility over the last several days. Looks like I'll be needing your help after all."
Lucas would look towards the one with the bindings and lower his brow. "Nothing personal."
Shoving his right foot into the guards gut, Lucas would push the man back and turn to face the other with the keys. He'd throw his right fist into the mans helm and snatch the keys while the man was disoriented. "Here."
He'd toss the keys into Arc's cell and face forward to the oncoming battalion that was sure to come.
"My energy levels are low but I think I can get us out of here..."
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"You can't see it but I'm real happy that you're doing this the hard way. Men, put those two back in their place."
Dozens upon dozens of soldiers would start rushing into the prison, groups of three approaching Lucas and Arc as the big guy loomed in the back. A haughty chuckle would bellow out from the Celestial as he guarded the only door out from this place.
Zadkiel the guardian would stand firm and allow no one back through.
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DarkKingJilly Vice Captain
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Posted: Wed Jul 03, 2013 6:30 pm
 Arc would contain his laughter as they told Lucas that he was to be arrested. This might be the one thing that would cause Lucas to free him, and sure enough that was the case. As he caught the keys he would quickly start trying different keys to unlock the bindings as he spoke. "Once I get these power nullifying bindings off I'll be able to do plenty. I'm 'well' rested after all."
Cha-c***k Cha-c***k
The distinctive sound of the bindings being unlocked could be heard from within the cell that housed the demon. A wicked smile spreading over his face as he marched towards the cell door with a clear purpose. Arc's right hand would glow a bright yellow as he charged his fist up with lightning. Arc would thrust his fist towards the lock of the cell door and release the lightning stored in his fist as he did so. The result was a blinding explosion that send the cell door flying from it's hinges and into three guards on the other side of the cell door.
Arc would step out of his cell between the mass amount of guards and Lucas and hold up both of his hands while cracking his neck. "Ya know, I never though the King of Heaven would have to break me out of his own jail. What a world we live in." Arc's steel had started spreading out from beneath his bare feet, but it would be a little while before he had enough to head towards Zadkiel. The demon would stand there, his fists pulsing brightly from the lightning contained within his fists. He was the first line of offense and defense in this fight since Lucas was clearly not at full power. "Think you have enough power to provide support? Don't need you to pass out on me from overexerting yourself."
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Posted: Wed Jul 03, 2013 9:45 pm
Avery Okoth Haben Naiser Zoan
Avery paused at the creation of the portal. Something similar had brought him to this world - away from his home. Was it any wonder why it made him hesitant? He'd watch as Light walked through the portal first before looking between the other members of the crew. With a final look over his shoulder in search of Kain, Avery would reluctantly step through the portal into the throne room.
He was slightly disoriented by the sudden transportation, or perhaps the rapid change in atmosphere, but regardless of what it was Avery stumbled out and away from the portal. Casually trying to regain his composure, Avery would lightly tuck on his coat and fix his gloves. His eyes would scan the current room - obviously these beings were more focused on materialism than his own people. Of course, his people were also nomads who were known for their hunting capabilities, and their need to technically 'possess' individuals, but of course with consent of their hosts.
It was different here, though. Much different. He would pick up one of the many gold items sitting on pedestals and examine it. Perhaps it was because his people had immortality of sorts? Maybe it was because they had more important tasks to focus on? This world was plagued by fighting among themselves, which was displayed by the previous battle. His current body had taken a beating, and it was getting rapidly worn out. He would need to seek out a new body to possess.
He could still feel the loose fractured bones that riddled the body he was inhabiting, and the wounds that bled out earlier were only momentarily sealed - they were bound to tear open again, especially if they got in another fight.
Light had relieved them all, and with that Avery believed his task was done. He had to return to Hell - collect their new weapons and armor, and also set out to personally find Kain. Walking to one of the windows, Avery would climb up onto the sill and prepare to leap out. As he looked among them all he felt the work was far from finished, but in his current state he was no help. With a nod to any who were looking, he would leap out the window.
He needed to prepare for the coming storm.
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Phantom_Knight_x_ Vice Captain
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Posted: Thu Jul 04, 2013 12:17 am
"I can't say I'd ever imagine myself needing to free you. We'll discuss everything later. I'm good enough to cover you...so close your eyes."
With that Lucas would take in a deep breath and fling his arms out. The most basic of tactics would be utilized here as Lucas exerted minimal power for the most optimal effect. A lustrous light would shine intensely from his palms as he attempted to blind the guards rushing in. If Arc covered his eyes in time he would be able to counter-attack while the angels were recovering.
Zadkiel was the main target here as the guardsmen writhed in sudden bewilderment and shock. The towering guard would stand before the exit as he removed his shield from his back and to his left arm. The fight for survival would begin here. It was all or nothing now!
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Posted: Thu Jul 04, 2013 12:46 am
Kain
He could feel it. Death was upon him - the waves of cold rolled across his skin, sending shivers and shudders up and down his spine and body. He could feel the goosebumps rise across his entire body, but not even so much as a flinch. He couldn't move. He couldn't see. He couldn't hear. He wasn't even sure he could feel, or if it was all a trick of his mind. Last thing he remembered seeing was the thing - he tried to get past it from underneath, but it didn't work. He was too slow.
Where was he? Was he dead? Wouldn't he just go back to Hell, like before? Or was this a new realm? Was there a place after Heaven and Hell? Another level of death?
No, he could see something! He could feel his eyes opening! He could breathe! He could feel his body again! Lifting his head, Kain would finally get to look around, but it wasn't a sight he wanted to see. The land was dark - illuminated by a dark red sun. The soil was cracked and dried, and the skies were clouded - they almost looked black, and lightning danced among the many of them. What was known as heat lightning back home.
Lifting himself off the ground, Kain could see far off in the distance that there were mountain ranges - massive towers of black rock, but in the end this entire area seemed entirely devoid of life. It was like what he had dreamed other worlds might look like, but really it reminded him of some of Hell, or even the deserts back on Earth. Was this really a dream? Was it another world? Was it a vision? Was he really just dead?
His mind raced, but one very childish thought came to mind. He quickly pinched himself, but he actually felt the pain, and he was still there. He could feel his knees tremble underneath him, and his hands began to shake. It couldn't be Hell, because there was a sun. It wasn't Earth, because it was all too wrong. Perhaps it was just a vision? That had to have been it. After all, how could it be anything else? Why would there even be another after life?
"Yeah. Just a dream. A vision." Kain cracked his knuckles, and began to slowly spin in a circle to get a 180 view of this new area. What was he suppose to see? There wasn't much of anything...not even foliage. With a long winded sigh, Kain would run his hand through his hair. "Hello!?"
Nothing. Not even an echo. "ANYBODY!?" Kain would scream out at the top of his lungs while spinning about faster and faster until finally...he saw something move. Stopping so fast he almost fell, Kain struggled to focus on what he saw move while his head swam. "Hello?" He called out bleakly. He began to wish he hadn't seen it, but perhaps it was what he was here for. With a reluctant step forward, Kain began to advance towards the rock where he could swear he saw movement from. Using the rock as balance with his hands, Kain hugged closely to it as he began to slowly make his way around to take a peek.
Before he knew it, his ears were being bombarded by a high pitched shriek, and his world was spinning. In fact, he was rolling across the ground after being hit. Using his arms to stop his roll, Kain would turn over to see what had just attacked him, and froze in fear. It had a black and hard skin - almost as if his skin was a shell and it blended in with the rocks - it towered over him at roughly 9 feet. It was Humanoid, though, but it's face would resemble that more of a demon than any Human he had ever met.
Overcoming his momentary fear, Kain would flip over and begin to use his legs and arms to try and gain distance from the creature, but in no time he could feel it's foot pressed down on him. He couldn't breathe. He couldn't move. He was going to die alone - like he did the first time - just a frightened child. Alone.
Thump.
Thump.
Thump.
GASSSSPPPPP~
Kain pulled in as much air as he could - his whole body writhed with pain, but he could immediately tell. He was back in the cave. He was alive. His body relaxed as he let out a light chuckle. A Nidhogg had found him, and was slithering across the ground with him inside it's jaws. It was the first time in his life that he wasn't bothered at all that he was covered in saliva. In fact, this could easily be the happiest day in his life! He felt full of life! Climbing out of the jaws, and onto his own two feet, Kain would begin to follow the Nidhogg. It was time to catch back up with Wyndom, Negi and Kain. (Happy 4th of July everyone!!!)
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Posted: Thu Jul 04, 2013 12:52 am
The steel demon would take heed of the warning to close his eyes and only a second or so after he did would the blinding light flood the area they were in. Upon opening his eyes the path to the main target was open and Arc would waste no time rushing towards him. As Arc ran towards Zadkiel the small pool of steel that had formed beneath his feet would follow behind him. As Arc neared his target he would pull both of his arms back before thrusting them forward the heels of his palms coming to touch each other for his double palm strike.
Arc knew that Zadkiel shield would probably absorb most of the impact, as well as most of the blast from the lightning that would be released upon impact but if he could just send him flying out the door that was behind him that would give them more room to fight. The steel that had followed behind him would be able to protect him from most of his own attack, but he wasn't sure if he had enough steel to protect from a counter attack from Zadkiel.
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Posted: Thu Jul 04, 2013 9:36 am
Steel would grind against granite and stone as Zadkiel was pushed back a mere three feet. Lightning splashed away from the impact as the shield pushed forward to counter Arc's blow. A divine aura would flash from the sparks and surges of energy as Zadkiel's eyes glowed with intensity.
"Stay where you are, Hell-spawn."
Jutting his shield out he'd follow up with a crushing blow from his hammer. Swinging down from his shoulder, Zadkiel would slam his warhammer over Arc's body if he didn't move or defend himself.
Pushing through Zadkiel would prove difficult. However Lucas would come running up behind Arc with glowing palms. "Arc! Let's try that again! Absolute....IMPACT!"
Taking to Arc's left, Lucas would leap forward and thrust his fists towards Zadkiel. Licks of fire and bursts of heat would erupt from Lucas' fists as he tried to push Zadkiel back. He'd harness the light around him from earlier and shift the rays of energy into amplified thermal energy.
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DarkKingJilly Vice Captain
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Posted: Thu Jul 04, 2013 12:37 pm
As the lightning exploded Arc's body, and prison attire, would be licked with bits of the lightning that had been released. Small burns and singes would form over the demons body as he crossed his arms in front of his chest just in time for them to absorb the brunt of the damage from the shield. The attack from the shield would throw him back and into his own steel, a comforting feeling, as the steel reformed into a Japanese style gate to block the hammer. The hammer would come into contact with the top bar and cause it to bend but the gate would hold strong.
The gate would extend upwards in an attempt to trap Zadkiel's hammer between it and the roof while Arc followed up right beside Lucas. Lightning would once again begin to charge into both of Arc's fists as he rushed towards the enemy standing in his way, all the while speaking a strange chant. "I CALL UPON THE GOD OF HELL, POSSESSOR OF THE DARK SPIRITS, DEMON OF SHADOW, THE EYES OF DESTRUCTION. I ASK YOU TO ANNIHILATE MY ENEMY WHO STANDS BEFORE ME!! I HARNESS YOUR PURE FIRE TO DESTROY MY ENEMY!!" As he finished his chant he would launch yet another double palm strike charged with lightning. About the time the hit would land Arc would utter the final words of his ritual to bind it's effect in place. "DEMON'S BAPTISM!!" A seal would appear on each of the demon's palm, not that they could be seen through the lightning that had just finished discharging from his hands. If this fight were to continue on any further Arc would have a nasty surprise ready for Zedkiel.
((The gate is in the top left frame of that manga page. Don't know the proper name for it so yeah...))
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Posted: Thu Jul 04, 2013 6:45 pm
A loud, resonating clash of steel against steel would ring from the impact of Zadkiel's hammer crashing into Arc's metal gate. Growling, the towering Celestial would pull back his arm, readying himself to send another mighty blow towards Arc's way. Although at that time he'd see Lucas rushing in headstrong and perhaps with reckless abandon.
"Come at me, little one. I'll put you both back in your pla-UGH?!"
Streaks of electricity and bands of vibrant light would flow away from the sudden and forceful assault from both the angel and devil. Skidding back about seven feet, Zadkiel would be pushed out from the door and into the next corridor. "Not bad. Come on, then."
The room they would now be very spacious, roughly 2000 feet in radius. The room in fact was circular and had six pillars lined within the area. Three pillars would form two straight columns and give the circular room two hemispheres with a wide gap between the two towards the exit. However there were about a dozen soldiers at the far end of the room and the soldiers from behind would quickly be recovering.
"I guess I've got your back, Arc...!! Whoa!"
Zadkiel had swung his hammer in a horizontal arc, barreling the head of the hammer towards both Lucas and Arc. Holy, radiant energy would spark away from the hammer as it flew at both warriors. Getting hit by it would be devastating to the unprepared yet Lucas seemed to be keen to Zadkiel's movements.
Pushing himself back and to the outside of Zadkiel's reach, Lucas would slide to the left and narrowly dodge the hammer strike. His leather coat would singe from the radiant energy pulsing from Zadkiel's hammer and the wind would flow warmly over his skin. His hair would rise up as did his brow from the slim timing of his evasion. For Lucas this would be a battle of brain versus brawn. He'd rely on Arc to provide the muscle in this fight.
Escape was in their grasp yet they'd have to overcome this hurdle to advance.
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DarkKingJilly Vice Captain
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Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2013 5:17 am
As Lucas would dodge the hammer Arc would extend his left arm out towards it with his palm open as if he intended to stop the attack with just one arm. The seal on his hand would now be visible as he thrust his right arm forward towards Zedkiel once more with an open palm. "I've had enough of you and your little hammer!" Arc would release the two seals and fire off two separate chaos beams from each hand. The first was aimed for Zedkiel's hammer, and the second for Zedkiel himself.
As the chaos beams fired the steel gate would melt down over Arc and cover his body. The steel would shift into his usual attire of combat boots, jeans, and a long sleeve shirt. Now the demon felt comfortable with his last line of defense in place. The bottom of his boots would start to assimilate the ground below him and create more steel. He would have to stop pushing forward for just a moment to let his main offensive source have time to build up.
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Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2013 10:09 am
Chaos energy would push against the hammer and cause the divine energy around it to flare up and roar to life. "What demonic spell is this..!?"
Zadkiel would aim his hammer at Arc, pressing his thumb in on the handle of his weapon. A notable click click could be heard and the head of the hammer would go flying towards the Legendary Devil. From where the head was a streak of energy would uncoil and form a whip. Humming and sparking , Zadkiel would snap his arm up to try and crack the whip at Arc's face.
As for his shield, Zadkiel would continue holding on to it. The divine aura around it would pop and flare as chaotic energy ate away at it. However before it could devour the energy Arc had only provided the Celestial with a burning shield of chaos.
"All right, big guy."
Lucas would dash ahead, lifting his hands up to guard himself from sudden attacks. Sure enough he would see the flick of Zadkiel's arm and the flash of energy snapping at his face. Rolling forward, the Imperfect One would slide by the hulking Celestial's right knee. Turning and cranking his left fist up, Lucas would smash his fist near the back of Zadkiel's knee.
"...!"
The padding was thick! Zadkiel's armor was preventing Lucas from attacking effectively. At the least, Lucas would serve as a distraction. Without warning, Zadkiel would turn to face the crouching angel and slam his shield down upon him! With chaos energy burning wildly, Lucas was in danger of being crushed and consumed by the chaotic energy.
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DarkKingJilly Vice Captain
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Posted: Sun Jul 07, 2013 2:30 am
As the head of hammer flew through the chaos beam and towards his outstretched arm Arc would roll forward and out of the way cursing under his breath. As Zadkiel turned around to attack Lucas the demon would throw both arms forward, two streaks of steel would fly towards the celestial from the forearms of his clothing.
The aim of the steel was to wrap up under Zadkiel's armpit and over his shoulders. If successful, once the steel was connected together, Arc would pull backwards with all his strength. His goal was to knock Zadkiel from his feet. The pool of steel that had formed beneath Arc when he launched the two chaos beams would slowly start spreading through the air as steel dust.
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Posted: Sun Jul 07, 2013 4:39 pm
"Ungh!!"
Zadkiel was pulled forcefully and struggled against the steel braces. Time would seem to slow down as Zadkiel twisted to the left and plummeted backwards and onto the ground. A resounding thud would shake the ground as he fell onto his back.
"No! No!! Men! Assist me!!"
Perhaps against one opponent, Zadkiel would have fared better. However it was inevitable that the giant would fall before Arc.
"Let's get out of here! I think we've overstayed our welcome..."
Jolting ahead, Lucas would not hesitate to spring onto a pillar and leap over the oncoming guardsmen. Compared to Zadkiel, the soldiers were a trivial obstacle before the Arc and Lucas.
Finding a portal to Earth would not be too difficult after they escaped from the prison.
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DarkKingJilly Vice Captain
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Posted: Mon Jul 08, 2013 3:04 am
A smile would spread over Arc's face as his Gokin bindings let him get the big man off of his feet, but before he had the chance to attack further Lucas suggested leaving. "I'm not the type to leave a fight unfinished like this, but I guess I should make an exception this time around. As much as I don't like it." Arc would slam his fists to the ground and anchor the Gokin bindings to the ground. A series of spikes would protrude from the length of the cable and pierce the ground. "That should hold him until we can get further away."
After making arrangements to Zadkiel from following directly behind them Arc would start running towards the door. Of course Arc wasn't quite as agile as Lucas, at least not in this form. So he would have to force his way right through the oncoming guardsmen. Crossing his arms in front of his chest, the Kinzoku Demon would swing each of them out to his sides a Gokin cable would once more fly out from his sleeves. Each cable is an inch in diameter and would easily knock the guardsmen out of his way and allow Arc a clear path out of the room right behind Lucas.
((Made a few adjustments to Arc to make him more unique. His race is now Kinzoku Demon instead of Steel Demon, and instead of summoning steel he now summons Gokin. Just giving you a heads up to clear up the impending confusion of my post.))
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