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A gloomy place that never sees the rays of light from the Sun. The sand almost appears purple, and the wind is rather chilly. Several dark creatures inhabit this land, but beware, they are far from friendly. It is rumored that the dead souls of Demons and Vampires wander this land after they have passed from their realm.

Mystic had been venturing solo for quite some time now. The Light Realm was more than familiar with him, and he had also spent a fair amount of time in the Earth Realm. Having the urge to see what lied beyond in the third realm, the Elf King searched far and wide for portals that he might be able to use.

After several tireless days, he stumbled upon one that lead to the Dark Realm. Mystic was not fully aware of the dangers that were on the other side of the portal, however he knew that if he were to one day attain his goal, training to the limit would be his only option.

With this in mind, he landed himself in the Desert of Shadows. Expecting several demonic creatures to assault him at once, the Elf King rose his guard immediately, but was surprised to find that nothing was in sight.

Wandering the Desert for a few hours, Mystic spotted a shadowy figure in the distance. That's no Desert creature. A Demon in the flesh, indeed. Using his stealth tactics, the Elf managed to travel short stretches of land in quick paces, without the Demon realizing. However, as a strong breeze pushed Mystic as he crept along, he accidentally swallowed some sand, and began to cough. Still behind a large mound of sand, he knew indefinitely that the figure ahead would be alerted. With this in mind, Mystic drew his Fused Sword, and waited patiently.

After training with some local elves from his village for several painful and exhausting days Shenlong decided that he would depart to find a new opponent worthy of matching his strength. He ventured through the elven forest, the barren waste land, and even the Volcanic Domain, but still he had not encountered a single soul worthy enough to even take a second look at. He eventually came to the conclusion that to find a strong enough opponent he would have to enter the demon realm. To scope out a portal to the demon realm Shenlong flew high into the sky using the element of wind. His feet were slowly lifted of the dry volcanic ash and were risen to the cool breeze of the majestic sky. Shenlong took a moment to take in the nature that surrounded him in every which way, he took a deep breath and without preparation bolted forward in hopes of noticing a demon realm portal.

After hours of searching over the lands of Earth Shenlong noticed a spinning vortex off into the distance. He whispered to himself

"This might be it."

When Shenlong descended to the muddy grounds of a field he got closer and closer to the vortex he had just found. Just as Shenlong was about to step foot into a realm he hoped was home of the demon's he noticed a few footprints shaped within the damp dirt of the field. This encounter brought Shenlong's hopes up, because where ever he was about to end up, there was a large percentage of at least one opponent. Shenlong took a deep breath and set foot into another realm he had never been.

Once on the other side Shenlong was brought to laughter. He had succeeded n his goal to find the Dark Realm. Shenlong took a gaze into the sky and was shocked to see not a cloud or trace of daylight. He look down to see sand, just like back home. He was surrounded by rocks and sand. But even though his venture was complete he saw nothing except sand and rocks, not even a demonic beast. This was not what Shenlong had expected. He had a long shrug and began to walk forward.

After a few minutes of walking in what seemed to be like endless sand pit Shenlong gazed forward, and to his surprise saw a large figure carrying a monstrous weapon, that would deal a great amount of damage if it were to land a blow. Without patience Shenlong dashed forward in hopes of a strong opponent beyond the thick haze. When Shenlong got within a few meters of the creature he drew his favorite of all six swords on his back and stood silently. After a few more seconds of studying the terrain Shenlong saw his master and fellow Elf Mystic behind a near by rock. To try and save his master Shenlong ran behind the creature and pointed his sword at it's back. He then said to the demon

"Not another movement, or you'll regret it."

What is your business here vampire? You pull out your weapon on a lone traveler. Some what hypercritical after what you just told me, don't you think? You know your defeated vampire, you can't take us both on at once. Just put your weapon down and admit your defeat, unless you wish to DIE!

Shenlong pressed the tip of his sword further into the beast, but not enough to break his skin. After giving his command he braced himself for anything that the vampire might do.

You really think you stand a chance against me, the elven second in command? In addition my leader Mystic is the elven king. But if you must, go right ahead. If you wish you may begin.

Shenlong then took a few steps back from the blood thirsty vampire and prepared for battle. Still holding his favorite sword in his right hand, he grabbed another sword from his back and placed it in his left hand. Shenlong began to circle his opponent swinging both his swords continuously. When Shenlong was finished he stood in front of the vampire and said...

Well here we go, and by the way I always let my opponents begin with the first strike.

Shenlong slid his left foot back into the sand of the desert and crouched down slightly. He rose his swords in the air just above his head, and was prepared for anything.

Shenlong had no time to waste. There would be no use in attempting to counter this massive explosion, the only way to survive would be to defend, and hope for the best.
With the blast traveling at high speeds towards Shenlong he had to react quick. With a double combination of two of his masterful elements, Shenlong created a 10 foot dome of thick dark wind he gathered from the vampire's attack, and in addition he made a skin tight barrier of minerals and sand he gathered from he ground. Shenlong prepared for impact and stood silently. few seconds after his defense dome was created his was hit with the brunt of the vampire's blast.
With the attack ended there was thick layer of smoke floating in every which way. Every second it became more and more clear of what impact the explosion left behind.
With the smoke completely cleared there was a slight of a smoking crater, with the vampire in the center. Shenlong was in the same position he was when he made his defense barrier. Except his dome was no more and his sand amour was once again blended with the rest of the Dark Dessert.
Shenlong stood still in shock, with his outer layer of skin steaming, and his outfit ripped and torn. The blast left a serious amount of damage on Shenlong's external, and his internal body. he eventually came out of his defense position and put his swords back onto his back, from where they came. He look at the vampire with almost an enraged expression, standing as calm as rocks that surrounded this dessert where he was standing.

I didn't expect someone of your being to be able to deal out such power, I am glad to have this chance to fight with such a worthy opponent. But even though I respect you has a fighter, I most not let an evil vampire ever leave this realm and reach earth!

Without warning Shenlong decided it was time he stuck back at this evil being. He gathered all the light energy from his body and concentrated it within his hands. He rose his hand above his head and shot it light directly into the sky.
When Shenlong was finished he looked up into the sky and watched as the eternal night sky began to fade away and soon revealed a sky similar to earth's. As the darkness wore away, so did the shadows in of the Dark realm.

See that Vampire! You can no longer hide in the shadows. I have momentarily changed this eternal night into a lush blue sky filled with daylight and clouds. From my knowledge I know that Vampires are extremely effected by daylight and sunshine.

Hoping that the Vampire was in shock, Shenlong used the last of his light element to throw pure light energy waves at the vampire to completely finish him off.

This is the end Vampire. Take you last breath now...... and DIE!

Still behind a mound of sand, Mystic used this opportunity for assessment. First and foremost to judge the wandering soul, and secondly to see how his disciple truly handles himself in such a situation. Shenlong's performance was satisfactory, but the fact that Mystic despised killing others prompted him to interfere.

"Light style, Illumination Magnet." He said to himself, as he burst through the heavy mound of sand, perpendicular with the direction of Shenlong's attack. Extending one arm with a yellow glow emitting from the palm, his fellow Elf's light began to curve and redirect to Mystic's hand, just before it would have made further contact with the Vampire.

"He was not looking for trouble, friend." Said the Elf King to his second command. "Although we are at war, you must know peace. If necessary, kill to survive. Do not take another's life after you have prompted the assault." With the majority of Shenlong's light contained in a sphere lying in Mystic's palm, he sent the energy back to his friend. "Use this when it's more appropriate."

Turning to face the Vampire, Mystic continued. "I am indeed sorry for my disciple's actions. I mean you know harm. Although I was prepared for a fight as well, I had no intentions of a death match. Please forgive us." Said the Elf King, always keeping in mind his polite, respectful attitude to strangers.

Myself... Well I just thought it may be a good idea to enter the Dark Realm and gather knowledge on the enemy, and mabey find an opponent to train with. I guess I took my little experiment a bit overhand. I am actually glad Mystic stepped in. I figure it is not the time for either of us to die. encounter would not be for the worst. I have come to recolonize that you are not a foe, but more an ally. If you please you may come back with me Human domain and help me in my quest to put this war to an end, and bring justice. As well we may even find a few more members to join our party as we venture the realms of our world. Mystic, have you anything to say about my offer to this fellow Vampire?... Or more preferably, Nolan.