Power Rider Legacy (KR Decade Production Friendly Adaptation)

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I had to do a clipshow to make it to 30 episodes:

Chapter 16: How Far We’ve Come

“I feel it coming from in here somewhere…,†Mina said as Will followed just behind her. They both looked around the dark cave.

“We need a light,†Will commented.

“I can feel the way,†she said, walking through the darkness.

“Ow! I can’t!†he complained as he tripped over a rock and fell. He picked himself up and followed her.

“Considering this is a source of power hidden inside of a cave, we might want to be quiet,†Mina told him.

“Yeah, yeah, sorry,†he muttered.

They continued to walk through the darkness, and then as they took a corner, there was light. A small stone pedestal sat there, with the vase sitting atop it.

“That vase again,†Will muttered, “Is that what you’re feeling?â€

She nodded, “Yeah, that’s it,†she said, walking towards it slowly, “I don’t know what it is, but we can’t let that monster have it.â€

Will turned around, “That monster should be around here somewhere,†he put the belt on his waist, “I’ll watch for it.â€

Mina nodded, “Yeah, do that,†she said as she reached for the vase. Her hand stopped a few inches from it, “There’s some sort of barrier here,†she said softly.

“Can you get through?†he asked.

She nodded, “Yeah, I can push past it.†She started to put her hand farther through. Her hand was trembling, and then there was a shine.


“I can’t believe we started as college students, living normal lives. Going to class, having fun, and then…and then everything changed.â€


Will stood at a window, watching the rain pour down outside. “Another beautiful day at Harper’s Coast, isn’t it?†a girl asked from behind.

Will turned and gave a very quick smile of greeting to her, “I’m not really in the mood today, Mina,†he said.

“Not in the mood?†she asked, “Well, it’s not college life. That’s never been an issue.â€

“It…,â€

She interrupted him, “Wait!†she said, “Let me try to figure it out!â€

He sighed, “You’re still going on about thinking you have some sort of special powers?†he asked.

She shot him a look, “I’ve predicted a number of things! You know that!â€

“And how many times have you predicted for nothing to happen?†he asked.

“Well, you have to admit, it works sometimes,†she said.

“Sometimes,†he agreed, “Not too often.â€

“Just be quiet and let me try,†she said, slowly growing irritated.

He sighed and relented with a nod, “Ok, ok, sorry. Go ahead.â€

She got a serious look on her face, then it went away in a moment, “You didn’t try to tell Kelly that you like her, did you?†Mina asked.

Will shook his head quickly, “No! Of course not! And you shouldn’t…â€

“I shouldn’t know that?†she asked, “And yet you doubt me!â€

“Even if you have powers, that wasn’t them speaking,†he said, “You figured that out. We’ve known each other for years, after all.â€

“I figured it out, that is right,†she told him, “Through my powers.†She made sure to add emphasis to the last part of her sentence.

Will sighed and looked out the window at the rain, “I didn’t bring an umbrella,†he said.

“Me neither,†she said.

He looked over his shoulder at her, “And yet you claim to be psychic or something.â€

She shrugged, “So, what was it then?â€

“Oh…just a nightmare,†he said, not really caring about telling her or about the dream anymore, “It was nothing.â€

“A nightmare got you like this?†she asked, “Since when have nightmares ever affected you?â€

“Since this one,†he said, “But it was a onetime thing, I’m fine.â€

“Maybe that’s your brain’s way of telling you to study, not to sleep between classes,†Mina told him.

Will sighed and moved to the next window. Mina followed him and leaned against the wall at his side, “So…what was it about?â€

“My nightmare?†he asked, turning to look at her.

“What else?†she asked.

He sighed, “You know what, I don’t even remember.â€

“You’re lying.â€

“I’m not.â€

“Are too.â€

“You sound childish.â€

“So do you.â€

Will sighed, but Mina smiled and grabbed his arm, “Come on, have some fun.â€

“And yet you were just telling me to not spend my free time taking naps, but doing homework instead.â€

“Well, class is over for today, so we’re just waiting on the rain now. So yeah, have some fun,†she said, “Besides, I’m here now, and I like fun.â€

Will looked away from her and back out the window, “It stopped,†he said, leaving the window and heading towards the door a little ways down the hall. Mina grabbed her bag and followed after him.

Will pushed the door open and walked out. He started down the sidewalk, but Mina stopped. She looked down, and then at the grass. She crouched and touched the grass then lifted her hand up, “Dry…,†she said. She looked to Will as he kept walking, “Will!â€

He turned back, “Yeah? What is it?â€

“The grass is dry,†she said, coming to her feet, “And look at the sidewalk. It’s dry too!â€

“What?†he muttered. He looked down, then crouched and touched the grass, “It is dry…but…but how?â€

There was a loud sound in the distance. It sounded like an explosion or something, and then the ground also began to shake.

“Will!†Mina shouted at him over the constant noise, “This is bad!â€

“I know! It’s an earthquake!†he said.

“No, no it’s not! It’s worse!†she told him loudly.

[Dai-Shocker. 20:53-21:08]

A castle broke out of the ground in an indoor stadium. It rose, smashing through the ceiling as it continued to grow to massive size, overshadowing the city.

A twin headed bird emblem was emblazoned on the side, with the letters “DCD†written into it.

[End Decade footage]


“And then everything changed. From the belt appearing out of nowhere…â€


Then the haziness shattered like glass, but he didn’t seem to notice anything was different.

The glass-like haziness came together in front of Will, then condensed and shot forward. Will thrust his arms up as if to protect himself from what was about to hit him, but it just passed through. He slowed to a stop, letting Mina catch up to him.

He lowered his arms, his right hand was clutching a belt buckle, and his left held a book-like object.

“What are these?†Mina asked him.

“I…I don’t know,†Will said.


“To Will’s fight with Apollo…â€


[Decade 26. 11:07-11:08]

Apollo shouted and thrust his blaster weapon forward.

[End Decade footage]

The blast threw Will back. He landed hard on the ground and groaned as he came up. Apollo walked towards him, the two monsters staying back.

“Don’t get cocky,†he hissed, lifting his shield. As Will came up, Apollo slashed him with the shield twice in the chest before kicking him back.


“So much has changed…â€


“Mina?†Will asked.

She looked back as she shook her head, “I…I’m not getting through it,†she told him.

He turned, “Something is coming. Hurry!â€

She nodded and started to focus again on pushing through. The light grew brighter.


“And then our journey began.â€


A monster with a dark colored body wearing a cloth over its head was walking by a warehouse, growling. There were police officers with large riot shields approaching, shouting at the monster to stop.

“Tribes monster!†one of the officers shouted, “Leave this city now, or be destroyed! You have five seconds to make a choice!â€

The monster growled and walked towards the officers.

“Fire!†the officer shouted.

Two of the officers came forward with large black arm-mounted barrel blasters on their arms (note: same prop as the ZECTroopers). They opened fire.


“And then we met another Rider.â€


There was a man who looked to be a few years older than them, running towards the scene. There was a belt on his waist with a red stone set into the center.

He ran and put one hand over the red stone. It began to glow and could be seen through his hand, “Power…Ride!†he shouted.

[Decade 1. 22:55-22:56]

With a glow, Power Rider Legend finished his transformation as he ran.

[End Decade footage]


“And then we met Ian.â€


Mina nodded, “We’ve come from Harper’s Coast to find you.â€

“Me?†he questioned, “Why me?â€

“We need to talk,†Mina said, “Please?â€

“Of course,†the Rider answered. He shone for a moment before reverting back to human form, wearing more casual clothing. He didn’t appear to be police, “My name is Ian. And you are…?â€

“Mina Crock,†she said, “And this is Will Sheffer. All of this is going to be important,†she put her hand on Will’s back and ushered him forward a little, “But I’ll let him tell it.â€

Will looked at Ian with a look of anger in his eyes.

“Something happened,†Ian said, “I see it in your eyes. Something to make you hate. What is it?â€

“Our town was taken,†Will said, lying. He clenched his fists, but his anger and stare were on Ian, “I became a Rider, but I couldn’t stop them.â€

“Who?†Ian questioned.

“The Dark Conquest Dynasty,†he stated.

“I haven’t heard of them,†Ian said. He looked at both, “Please, come with me. This is no place to talk.†He gave them a reassuring smile and started to walk away. Mina looked at Will, and then followed after Ian.

A few moments later, Will followed as well.


“But Will had trouble with him, because of a strange dream.â€


[Decade 2. 21:48-21:52 (note: edit out Natsumi. Probably crop the image and then stretch it)]

With their glowing fists, the two Riders ran at each other and punched, their fists colliding. An explosion rippled outwards from the impact.

[End Decade footage]

[Decade 2. 22:23-22:35]

Ian shouted and ran at him, swinging down. Will parried upwards.

Their lock broke and they continued to slash, with energy projections trailing from Will’s sword.

He managed to get two slashes into Ian’s chest, sending him back a bit.

[End Decade footage]


“But in the end, it made sense.â€


“It’s…it’s different with Ian,†he told her, “I…I saw him get back up after I’d defeated everyone… He…he became something greater than Legend. He became this monster in black. We fought, and…and we destroyed each other…â€

“You destroyed each other?†she asked him softly.

He nodded, “Our punches collided. There was an explosion. He fought like he was possessed by something…â€

“As you can see though, this isn’t Ian,†she said, “Or at least not the Ian from your dream.â€

“I know, but…but what’s to stop it from happening?†he asked, “What’s to stop him from eventually becoming the monster from my dream? I never knew about some of these Riders, or about Legacy…and…and yet they were there! In my dream! It’s clearly something to come!â€

“We can all shape our futures,†she told him, “You can shape yours another way.â€

“I don’t know how, because it’s not my future that’s the problem. It’s Ian’s…â€

“Or maybe it is yours,†she said, “The Riders were fighting you? It doesn’t sound like Ian’s future is the one that’s problematic. It sounds like it’s yours…â€

“I don’t know…,†Will said, “But one thing is sure. I’m not going to become that monster.â€


“And then they managed to band together…â€


[Decade 3. 17:09-20:04]

“Power Ride!†There was a flash and then Ian stood in his armor. “Ready,†he said as he drew his arms into a fighting stance.

Tribes monsters came around the two Riders. “Let’s go!†Ian shouted, running one way while Will went the other.

The two fought, grunting and shouting.

“Blast Attack†rang from Will’s belt. He unleashed his volley of shots.

One grabbed Ian from behind, but Will came, “Bad idea,†he said, helping Ian free and pulling some Tribes away. The two fought side by side.

“I’m going to try this card,†he told Ian, tossing it into his belt. “Teamwork?â€

“Yeah,†Ian said.

Will grabbed Ian’s back, causing Ian to react. Ian’s back began to open as Will spread his arms, and a shell emerged.

Ian’s body shifted into a giant beetle-like monster.

“What did you do?†Ian demanded as he hovered beside Will.

“I don’t know,†Will admitted, “It’s the card!â€

Ian shot forward, crashing through some of the Tribes monsters.

[End Decade footage]


“And then they managed to win.â€


[Decade 3. 17:09-20:04 (note: (…) pertains to the footage I cut, since I don’t have the proper timestamp for just this section.)]

(…)

“What?†the beast growled, flying off until Ian grabbed him in his pincers.

Will opened his book and drew another card with Legend’s emblem on it. He threw it into his belt as he looked up, “Ian!†he called.

Ian turned and flew towards Will, who ran up the broken helipad. He leapt off, flying upwards with a kick for the monster.

“Our two hearts are one!†Ian shouted at the monster as the kick came at it. The monster fell, burning as the two Riders landed in normal form, “That is the true power of a king!â€

[End Decade footage]


Mina looked back to see Will standing as Legacy and a few monsters lying on the ground around them.

“These were just the soldiers,†Will told her, “The silver guy isn’t here yet. But this can’t be good. Are you getting there?†he asked, looking back.

She nodded, “A little closer…â€

“I wonder what this vase is for anyway…,†he muttered.


“And then we met the King of the Glasswalkers…â€


[Decade 4. 3:14-3:15]

There was a tall office building standing there, with a dragon built into a castle sticking from the center.

[End Decade footage]

[Decade 4. 1:48-1:53]

Power Rider Fang stood inside, gazing out the window.

[End Decade footage]


“He didn’t take kindly to us at first…â€


[Decade 4. 10:28-11:22]

The two stood there in silence for a moment.

“You should have obeyed them,†Fang said.

“Look, I’m sorry…,†Will started.

Fang shouted and drew back into a fighting stance before running forward. Will walked forward in response.

Fang leapt with a kick, but Will sidestepped. Fang continued to attack until their arms locked.

“You would disobey the orders of the King?†Fang shouted.

“No. I would do whatever I have to for the people I love,†Will responded.

(…)

[End Decade footage]


“But Drake had his own problems…â€


[Decade 4. 22:52-23:01]

Glass seemed to shatter off of Drake as his armor finished. His eyes flashed yellow.

The two faced each other, then ran at each other, both shouting. Their punches both connected.

[End Decade footage]

[Decade 5. 1:33-1:41]

Drake rolled across the room as the monster approached, shouting. Power built into his hand and was shot forward, causing Drake to cry out in pain. The bat flew from his belt and into the hands of the monster. His armor grayed.

[End Decade footage]


“And then, he and Will managed to win.â€


[Decade 5. 16:50-16:56]

The King growled and stumbled, then fell to his knees. The bat fell out of his belt, and his armor shattered into glass.

[End Decade footage]

Drake crouched down and picked up the bat before rising to his feet again, “I may not have been a good King before, but you’ve shown me why I need to change my ways. You should have destroyed me sooner, because now I’m going to destroy you, imposter king!â€

His belt appeared on his waist and he loaded the bat onto it. “Power Ride!†Drake shouted. His eyes flashed, and briefly a glass-like appearance came to his face.

[Decade 5. 17:05-19:36]

(…)

Will looked up while listening to Drake, then looked at his card holder opened. “This is how,†he said as he picked a card and loaded it to his belt. He grabbed Drake’s shoulder, “Turn please.†Drake looked at him, “Turn,†Will said, pushing him to turn.

He grabbed Will’s back and opened it, causing him to shift into a giant bow shaped like a bat. He loaded another card and raised the bow upwards.

“What is that power?†the monster growled.

The arrow shattered open to a new form. The dragon launched an attack down.

“Here’s Drake’s meaning as King! His resolve!†Will shouted as the arrow flew, going through the attack and into the monster, blasting him into the building.

“Now,†Will said as Drake shifted back.

“Right.â€

Will loaded a card while Drake loaded a whistle into his belt.

“Legacy Kick

Cards appeared before Will.

Drake’s leg opened, revealing wings and crimson, instead of steel casing. They both shot their kicks upwards, striking the monster through a corner of the building.

[End Decade footage]

The two Riders landed and undid their transformations as Mina ran towards them, the three servant monsters in tow.


“So, you defeated my men,†a voice growled as the silver figure soon came in.

“Yes, I did,†Will said, lifting the sword, “I’ll defeat you as well!â€

He lifted his large club, “I’ll crush you and then crush her as well. You’re not taking that vase!â€

He swung it up and rushed at Will.


“We came across Riders who were being fought by their own, all part of the Dynasty plot.â€


[Decade 6. 0:36-0:42]

There were people walking past a building with very reflective windows. In the reflection was a red Power Rider fighting a few monsters, pushing them back before turning to them again.

[End Decade footage]

[Decade 6. 6:12-6:25]

The battle could be seen behind the reflection on the doors and windows. The Riders were fighting each other in an intense melee. There were shouts coming from some Riders, but nothing from others.

Incisor and Camo fought, while Sting and Thrust fought as well until Spear jumped in. Meanwhile, Axe and Torque fought solo as well.

[End Decade footage]


“But Rob was still willing to try to fight, and so was his friend, Jeremy. But the Dynasty managed to put a strain on their friendship…â€


“I…I’ve been collecting their cards and decks,†he said as his body slid the deck into the belt. The arcs of power flew out, “I think they’re leaking into me…I’m not doing any of this…â€

Mina looked at Rob, “I feel a lot of negative energy around him…â€

Rob lifted his deck to a car window, summoning his belt and then he loaded it with his call, “Ok then. Jeremy, I’ll try to free you.â€

Mina looked over at Wing Knight, watching cards fall from him to the ground. The two Riders walked away from her. She ran over, looking at Incisor’s cards on the ground. She looked up at the two Riders.

[Decade 6. 19:18-20:17 (note: edit or cover the Japanese characters on the sign)]

“They don’t want to fight,†Mina said as Rob threw a punch for Jeremy, but was blocked. They switched sides, “Rob…,†she said. (slow motion scene, as per footage)

Wing Knight’s arm came up, “Wait!†he shouted, “Oh, your friend’s voice is mine now.â€

“No!†Rob shouted, then turned his head up at the other Rider quickly, “We’re friends, and I won’t let you use his body!â€

“It’s too late for that.â€

Rob pointed at him, “It’s never too late! I’ll bring you back from the darkness! I’ll break the control that man has over you! Because, Jeremy, we’re friends!†he shouted, running forward and throwing a punch, but his friend didn’t block.

Rob continued to shout and threw a few more punches into his friend’s face. He was about to punch again, but his fist stopped. He drew it back and looked at it, then looked back at Jeremy.

“You can’t do it…,†Jeremy’s voice said. His hand loosened on his sword.

“I can!†he shouted, but something was thrown into him first, causing him to be turned around.

[End Decade footage]


“And of course, the Rider who had started this…â€


[Decade 6. 16:16-17:13]

Legacy stood outside of a building, the shark Rider standing before him.

“I will enjoy crushing you,†the shark Rider said.

“Not happening,†Legacy said, reaching back, “I’ll take you down!†he shouted as he whipped his blaster forward and opened fire.

As the shark Rider rolled, he lifted a card.

“Sword Ventâ€

Will attempted to fire again, but he took slashes to the chest from his foe’s blade, “My name is Fury!†the other Rider shouted as he struck Will.

(…)

[End Decade footage]


“But Rob and Jeremy managed to figure it out…â€


[Decade 7. 13:09-13:18]

Rob loaded the card.

“Time Ventâ€

Clocks began to turn back repeatedly.

[End Decade footage]


“And we managed to win and save the Riders.â€


[Decade 7. 18:10-20:21]

Fury stood there, under a bridge, “Come on,†he said.

His two monsters ran towards the two Riders, who ran to face them, with Rob holding a sword.

As they clashed, Peter walked towards them, “I don’t know who you are,†he said.

Will turned, “Power Rider Legacy, you’re not going to forget that name,†he pointed at Fury.

He looked down as his card holder opened and he caught three cards with Dragon Knight’s emblem. “Remember how you didn’t think you were the one?†He looked at Rob, “You’re wrong.â€

“What?†Rob asked. “Oh,†he nodded.

The two shark monsters retreated a bit towards Fury, “I guess it’s time for this then,†Fury growled, holding up his Final Vent card. He loaded it.

“Final Ventâ€

Both monsters leapt into the water and came out as a combination again. It flew at the Riders, knocking the two back.

Will drew a card and looked at Rob, “I need to do this,†he told Rob.

Rob looked at him, “What?â€

He hefted Rob up and slotted the card. Rob looked as shields appeared on his arms, “What?â€

Fury shouted and blasted a shot of water at them. Will pushed Rob and rolled.

As Rob was pushed his body shifted until he became a crimson dragon, growling as he flew at the shark monster, clashing with it in the air.

Will shouted and ran for Peter as the two monsters clashed in the water.

The two battled continually.

Will and Peter threw punches while the monsters fought, until the shark was destroyed and Rob returned to normal form, swinging his blade for Peter.

Peter kept the upper hand for a time until Will slotted a card.

Rob shouted and leapt up, turning back into a dragon, slamming his tail into Peter and knocking him back. He flew around Will, who leapt up. He twisted in the air and shouted as fire engulfed him.

His kick smashed through Peter. Rob landed behind him, and the two stood together.

[End Decade footage]


Will and the monster clashed and continued to slash at each other.

“I won’t let you through…,†Will growled.

“I’ll break you and then I’ll break her!†he shouted, kicking Will back.

Will looked back, “Mina?â€

“Almost…â€


“And then we met the Ace Riders. Riders who were employed to fight for and protect their city.â€


[Decade 8. 2:22-2:53]

His armored form ran through the card, which passed behind him, vanishing. He shouted and ran towards the monster, jumping up and throwing a punch as it turned back towards him, “Don’t turn away from me!†he shouted and then shouted with each sequential strike against the monster.

His strikes changed to an underhand sword strike across the monster’s chest. He changed grips and continued to slash.

When the monster hit the ground and rolled, he flipped his sword around and opened it, revealing a series of cards. He drew some and slashed them through the blade.

“Kickâ€

“Thunderâ€

Two giant cards appeared behind him and focused into him.

He shouted and leapt at the monster, kicking it with a thunder powered kick. It rolled back and lay on the ground.

“You’re done,†he said as he threw a card at the monster. The monster turned green and was sucked into the card, which flew back into the Rider’s hand.

[End Decade footage]

“This is Ace,†Eric said as the group walked into a room filled with computers and people manning them. There was a large screen replaying the battle from earlier at the front of the room, “Or well, the command center and communications room.â€

“My name is Jameson North. I’m the commander of Ace.â€

“Commander?†Mina asked, “You view this as a military group or something?â€

He nodded, “What would you see it as? We protect this city from the Deckers. We have control of the city’s emergency systems. And if you’re wondering, we call them ‘Deckers’. We don’t know their real name, but it’s appropriate since they make up a full deck of cards.â€


“But there were troubles with what was happening to the Rider’s gear.â€


[Decade 8. 21:06-22:40]

The cards passed behind the completed armors of Diamond and Club. The two ran forward.

Eric stood there with his blade in hand as his two friends shouted and ran at him. They engaged each other, everyone taking hits as they attacked with their weapons, shouting coming from everyone.

(…)

Power Rider Heart continued to run towards them, shouting. He slashed at the three, taking them down easily.

He grabbed Spade’s belt and kicked him back, pulling it free.

[End Decade footage]


“And while things may have started roughly between myself and the commander…â€


He sighed, “I’m leading this team to protect a city. I’ve lost three fourths of our strength. The citizens are in danger. Isn’t it obvious?†he questioned.

“You’re unnecessarily angry most of the time,†she said, “Even when we first came in, you know, before we lost three belts.â€

He threw something towards her. She missed, but caught it with her powers. She grabbed the small packet out of the air and looked at the contents.

“Pictures?†she asked.

He nodded, “Look at them.â€

She started to flip through them. They were of Jameson, a little younger, wearing each of the four belts. In one picture he wore Spade’s belt, in the next Spade stood in the same spot, and so on with the others. There were also three suits she couldn’t identify that all used a belt similar to Club’s.

“I tested all seven belts,†he said with a sigh, “I…I was chosen to lead Ace. It was my vision, it was me who built this organization. I tested them because I felt it was my duty. I was going to fight on the front lines and help stop the Deckers myself.

“I tested all of them. But…but these were the early days. Do you know how long it took us to get those belts right? Months. Months of tinkering, transforming over and over again, trying to figure out if the components were right this time, or if it was going to possibly explode on my waist because something wasn’t right.

“It put too much of a strain on my body. I could transform, I could fight, but I wouldn’t last more than thirty seconds before my body stops. It’s completely safe now, but my body went through too much strain. More strain than anyone should ever endure in such a short period of time. And so I also give you caution on your powers.â€


“And Will learned about Eric’s views of life…â€


Will nodded, “Got it,†he said. “So, it’s like fate?â€

Eric smiled, “I like to think that,†he said, “The others like to think it’s science. I prefer fate.â€

“Why’s that?†Will asked.

“Because that means that I can’t do anything wrong,†he said, “It’s all pre-determined. Failure today was chosen long ago.â€

“But that also means that no matter how hard you fight, if you’re destined to fail, it was all for nothing,†Will said.

Eric nodded, “But that also means our victories have been decided long ago, and we just have to get there.â€


“But in the end, they managed to defeat the Deckers leader, the Joker.â€


[Decade 9. 19:00-20:18]

(…)

“Fate or not, a wildcard won’t affect anything,†Will said.

Eric turned, “What?â€

“Turn around,†Will told him, pushing him to turn around. He put his hands at Eric’s back and caused him to stiffen. A projection came from his back which unfolded and then shifted Eric’s body into a giant sword.

Will took grip of it and ran forward, shouting. Both monsters took a slash and were thrown back.

“Now to end it!†Will said, loading another card.

The sword began to glow and he shouted, slashing it down. Both monsters were destroyed in a blaze of blue fire.

He threw the sword up, which unfolded back into Eric’s armor, although he landed on clumsy footing.

[End Decade footage]


The silver monster stumbled back as Will slashed him in the chest.

Mina touched the vase and pulled it off of the stone, “Will! I have it!â€

He turned to look back, but took a hit and rolled away.

“That’s mine,†the silver monster growled, walking forward, dragging his weapon.


“It turned out there was a time when a Rider had to collude with monsters, but for the right reason.â€


“I have information,†Anders said softly, smiling a little, “I believe I can point you in Phi’s direction.â€

“Can you really, James?†a voice hissed from within.

“I can,†he said, “There was a woman at last night’s attack, and I found her friend.â€

“Go on…â€


“And while at first it didn’t work out…â€


[Decade 10. 18:18-18:30]

Tyler shouted as he punched at the woman, who wielded a blade. He was kicked back by the other one and shouted before taking a whip attack and being knocked back.

He shouted as he tried to fight back, but kept taking hits.

[Decade 10. 18:32-18:37]

He was taken back by both of them and tried to keep fighting, but failed.

[End Decade footage]

Tyler hit the ground and rolled, his belt falling off. He groaned as he lay there in his human form after a red flash.


“Soon things changed.â€


The Grays growled and turned to look at a set of stairs where James Anders stood in his uniform, a belt on his waist.

“You’re our informant,†the female growled, “And now you put on a belt as a threat to us?â€

“I do,†he said, “I knew I couldn’t just come right out for you, so I had to get you out here. Exposing Phi was the easiest way. Sorry Tyler,†he said.

“Anders…,†Tyler muttered.

James lifted a card, “Power Ride,†he said simply, lowering the card and swiping it over the front of his belt. It flashed cyan for a moment, then his belt glowed, covering his body in a cyan light.

Card projections flew up, then came crashing down on him, forming detail on his armor.

[Decade 10. 19:59-20:09]

Detail shots.

“I’m afraid I lack an official name, but a name’s not important, is it?â€

He shouted and hurried forward.

[End Decade footage]


“It turned out James was a powerful Rider.â€


[Decade 10. 21:18-22:03]

Claw and Horn forced their enemies back, and then James shot the belt-holder.

“Give that belt to me, now!†James shouted.

“Traitors will get nothing from us!†the monster shouted.

“I’m no traitor. I was never yours!†he shouted, firing on the monster again.

The monster was knocked back. James loaded a new card into his blaster.

“Gate Blastâ€

Will looked over as he kicked his enemy back, then it returned.

The two summons were sucked into a vortex of cards. James shouted and fired, creating a powerful blast which slammed into the monster with the belt, destroying him in an explosion of blue fire.

[Decade 10. 22:09-22:12]

James lowered his blaster.

[End Decade footage]


“And had allied with another monster, as a true ally.â€


[Decade 11. 0:59-1:03]

The wolf monster growled as it struck back at the other Gray. The two became locked together.

[End Decade footage]

Mina ran over to Jessica and Tyler and crouched there, “We have to go!†She threw her hand out, causing the bike to start driving on its own, eventually stopping nearby.

“Why are you helping us?†Tyler questioned the wolf Gray.


“Together, the three of them overcame the threat, and James joined with us.â€


[Decade 11. 18:17-19:59 (note: edit in lasers)]

The lead Gray stood there, growling. He ran forward.

Will kicked the horned monster back, “Show me that I can trust you James!†he shouted as he ducked the next attack.

“I intend to! It’s just a bad time to be talking about that!†James shouted as he ducked the punch.

“It might be, but don’t let me down!†Will shouted, first kicking, then ducking and slashing the monster.

James continued to duck and evade his foe.

Will and Tyler fought side by side. Each one shouted and slashed their opponent with an energized slash, sending the horned and female Grays back. Both exploded.

“I’ll destroy you all!†their leader roared. He attacked James and kept forcing him back. James opened his holder and evaded another strike, lifting a card.

“Let’s try this,†he said. He ducked the next punch and loaded his card.

“Blast Attackâ€

He fired rapidly, sending bending blasts out to blast his foe back.

He started to fire again, but a wall rose, and then the two destroyed Grays rose again, running for James with battle cries.

Will held up a card, “We’re trying something.â€

“What?†Tyler asked, looking at him.

The card passed through his belt and he closed it.

“Turn around and trust me.†He pushed Tyler forward and held his hands to his ally’s back. He spread his arms and caused Tyler’s body to begin to shift into a giant cannon weapon.

James dodged around and struck back at his foes.

Will grabbed the large blaster weapon and hefted it up.

“What?†the leader shouted, leaping into the air and at Will.

Will shouted, firing upwards at him, blasting him down.

James shot his two foes back towards their leader.

“Let’s finish this one!†Will shouted.

The three monsters ran forward, then glowed as one. A beam of crimson energy struck them, drilling through their barrier.

Will loaded another card and shouted as he fired, unleashing a stream of power that smashed through them, destroying the Grays.

He shouted and stumbled back as Tyler returned to his normal form and landed in front of him.

Tyler’s belt shone bright red.

[End Decade footage]


“And then there was a Rider who was with the police.â€


[Decade 12. 3:54-4:06]

A beetle-like monster stood with a crane behind it, and a mechanical blue Rider in front of it. It growled as a cop ran behind his car.

The mechanical Rider shouted as he lifted his arm, which had a blade weapon mounted onto it. He shouted as he started to swing for the monster, but it continued to evade him until he slashed at the ground.

[Decade 12. 4:08-4:16]

The Rider looked down, “If I’m authorized, then I’ll use it.†He lifted a large blaster weapon, “I’ll destroy him on one blow!†He shouted as a series of blasts flew out, destroying the monster as it attempted to flee, and also blowing up a squad car.

[End Decade footage]


“But James pushed things a little far with a test.â€


[Decade 12. 22:44-22:48]

“Cross Attackâ€

Delta and Dragonfly walked beside James, weapons shining.

[End Decade footage]

“James!†Mina shouted, “What are you doing?â€

“Hey! Stop this!†Anthony shouted, “He’s not hostile!â€

[Decade 12. 22:49-22:51]

“James!†Will shouted as he reached for his cards. Beast let out a growl and grabbed his belt from his waist, removing it. Will shouted as his form became gray and shone as it vanished.

[End Decade footage]

“What?†Will shouted, looking at his human hands.

[Decade 12. 22:53-22:54]

“Move!†James shouted as the Riders fired.

[Decade 12. 22:59-23:01]

Delta leapt up and came down with a kick.

[End Decade footage]

“No!†James shouted, throwing his arm out, “Stop! Will, run! I can’t stop him!â€

“Will!†Mina and Anthony shouted.


Mina threw her hand forward, pushing the monster back, “Will!†she called.

He shouted and slashed the monster through the back.


“But it worked, and Power Rider Grand returned.â€


“Power Ride!†both shouted.

Gold and magenta light shone around both of them.

[Decade 13. 17:12-17:20]

The cards formed detail on Will’s armor, while the yellow and black armor of Grand formed over John.

“Alright brother, I’m going to fight by your side!†Anthony announced.

The three stood side by side, ready.

[End Decade footage]


“The three Riders were able to fight as one and destroy the enemy leader.â€


[Decade 13. 19:27-19:34]

The monster shouted and threw his staff forward as they flew towards him. They evaded his attacks and continued to fly around.

[Decade 13. 19:35-19:39]

They continued to evade and fly, while Anthony shouted and fired on him.

[Decade 13. 19:41-19:50]

“Anthony, you and your brother have been a great help. Or rather, I’m glad I could help you with this!†he shouted as he swiped and closed his belt.

A crest opened on the front of the board.

[Decade 13. 19:51-20:06]

They slashed as they passed him, destroying him. John returned to normal and Anthony struggled to regain his footing.

(…)

[End Decade footage]


Will continued to slash the monster a few more times before kicking it back once more.

“Time to take you down,†he said, swiping a card.

“Legacy Kickâ€


“Even though James was with us, he might not have had the best approaches…â€


[Decade 14. 14:50-15:14 (note: edit in lasers)]

The two struggled, with both having a grip on the blaster in Ender’s hand. Eventually they went down and Bryce rolled from him.

They shouted and ran for each other. James thrust the blaster forward, but Bryce forced it to miss him and grabbed James. He shouted and tried to knock it out of the cyan Rider’s hands, but James pushed him back.

“Ha!†James shouted, blasting him back. He drew a card, “Alright, let’s try this.â€

He loaded it into his blaster as Bryce remained down.

“Power Summon! Pincer!â€

A purple scorpion-like Rider appeared. The Rider ran forward.
“Ok, a sword for a sword then. Ha!†Bryce ran forward to meet the new Rider.

The two continued to slash and evade each other.

[End Decade footage]


“But it caused Will and Bryce to fight, which was a terrible thing.â€


[Decade 14. 14:41-14:50]

The color came to his suit and he lifted an arm, “Let’s do this then.â€

“Alright!†Rail called, moving forward side to side. He threw a punch with a grunt, but Will caught it and kept pushing him back with each move.

[End Decade footage]


“In the end, the bond between partners helped bring an alliance together.â€


[Decade 15. 19:18-19:25]

(…)

Pemon shouted as he tried to hold his sword. The blade fired off, connected with lightning to the hilt.

[Decade 15. 19:27-19:28]

“What?†the monster shouted.

[Decade 15. 19:32-19:37]

“Now! Here’s my strongest attack!†Pemon shouted, growling a lot.

[Decade 15. 19:38-19:39]

He swung, using the large end of the blade to strike the monster.

[Decade 15. 11-19:42]

He slashed again.

[Decade 15. 19:44-19:46]

“The end!†Pemon shouted, swinging up then down.

The blade came down towards the monster.

[Decade 15. 19:51-19:52]

The blade vanished and the monster exploded.

[Decade 15. 19:58-20:02]

Pemon came back to his full height, “Well, we did it,†he said, stretching his arms.

“Yeah,†Will said.

[End Decade footage]


The silver monster fell back and exploded.

Will turned, “So, what’s with the vase?†he asked.

“I don’t know,†she said, looking inside, “It’s been making me think a lot though…â€

“About what?†he asked.

She shrugged, “Things…â€


“But it turns out that the Dynasty is also employing Riders…â€


[Decade 2. 23:17-23:31]

Two other Riders were there, leaning against a pillar.

“Well…looks like we can have some fun,†one of them said, in bronze armor.

“Yes…let’s have some fun, partner,†the green one said, then the bronze one moved first.

The green one leapt for Ian, who drew his blaster back, and the bronze one for Will, readying a punch while Will lifted his blaster.

[End Decade footage]

[Decade 3. 2:58-3:00]

The two Riders shouted and leapt into the wall, vanishing with it.

[End Decade footage]


[Decade 4. 23:01-23:17]

The two continued to run and slash at each other, shouting. Will took a slash, then Chi jumped the railing separating them, but took a slash.

Their blades locked and the two struggled, both grunting with effort. Will finally pushed Chi back a bit.

[End Decade footage]

[Decade 5. 4:40-5:23]

Will was shouting as he struck Chi back repeatedly before kicking him back.

Chi rose and grabbed the top of his armor, stretching his neck a little, “I know when I’m beaten. A wall rose in front of him, just like with Boxer and Striker.

Will looked around as one appeared again, and everything around him shifted. There was laughter echoing around him.

He stood in the night next to a body of water and a bat flew past him. “Rider,†a voice out of nowhere came, “You have pretty poor timing. This place is going to become property of the Dynasty, and there’s nothing you can do to stop it.â€

[End Decade footage]


“And just what is the Dynasty planning? Why do these Riders fight for them? And where did the belt come from? We still don’t know…â€


The vase started to shake as Mina set it on the ground. It cracked and fell apart, releasing a burst of green light, fading into Mina’s body.

“Mina?†Will questioned, “Are you ok?â€

“Yeah…I am,†she said, “I feel more powerful…â€

He nodded, “Good, good…,†he put his hand on her shoulder, “Let’s go,†he said.

She nodded, “Onto the next city.â€

He nodded, smiling, “This has been tied up. Now, time to move on.â€

She nodded, walking out behind him. She looked back once more, “So much has happened…,†she turned and followed Will.
 
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Chapter 17: High Speed

[Decade 16. 1:52-1:57 (note: in American footage, dress man similarly to the man in the Decade footage)]

White armored troops ran with arm-mounted blasters. They were shouting, “Move, move, move! We have him cornered!†as they chased a man.

[End Decade footage]

A man backed against a factory wall, next to a large door.

[Decade 16. 2:04-2:10]

Two trucks pulled up to the building and more troops ran out, helping corner the man.

[End Decade footage]

The man began to glow a sickly green, and then the flash overcame everything.

[Decade 16. 3:48-3:56]

The man had become an insect-like monster, growling. The troopers shouted and opened fire. The green shell broke, revealing a sleeker insect-like monster. The blasts did nothing to the new monster, who slashed them away.

[End Decade footage]

Two men ran forward, wearing dark suits of armor, similar to the troopers. One wore a belt, the other had an item on his wrist.

“The troopers are no match for a molted Inzect,†the man with the belt said.

“I know,†the other man stated, lifting his arm, “Let’s even this fight up!â€

“Two on one is hardly even,†the belted man said, smiling, “But the Inzects don’t fight fair, do they?â€

“No, no they don’t,†the other man said.

Both men threw their arms into the air. A bee-like object flew to the man with the bracelet, while a beetle flew to the other man. They each took grip of their device.

“Power Ride!†both shouted.

The man with the bracelet twisted it onto his bracelet while the other one put it on his belt.

Armor appeared around them in a hexagonal form of yellow for the bee man, and blue for the other man.

[Decade 16. 4:10-4:19]

The two Riders stood in front of the trucks. They both reached for their devices. The bee-man twisted his around, while the other one pulled the horns of his beetle back.

“Molt†their belts rang out.

Their armor glowed and then exploded off of them, leaving them sleeker.

“Let’s go!†the blue armored beetle Rider said.

[Decade 16. 4:24-4:29]

The Inzect beat through the troopers and ran forward, speeding up.

“Overclock†rang from the two Riders, who dashed off at higher speeds.

[Decade 16. 4:30-4:37]

As the troopers hung in the air, the three fought on the ground, moving at much higher speeds. Even with the beetle Rider’s two swords they were losing.

[Decade 16. 4:38-4:39]

Both Riders were knocked back and rolled across the ground.

[Decade 16. 4:40-4:41]

Troopers fell as well.

[Decade 16. 4:43-4:46]

As the monster walked towards the Riders, a red blur smashed into it, knocking it around.

“Beet…,†one of the Riders said.

[Decade 16. 4:47-4:52]

“Now!†the bee Rider shouted as his bee began to glow, “Sting Punch!†he shouted as he punched the downed monster, destroying it.

The other Rider rose.

[Decade 16. 4:59-5:04]

“Was that Beet? It had to be Beet,†one of the troopers said.

“Beet?†the others continued to question.

[End Decade footage]

“It was Beet,†the bee Rider stated as he turned to his comrade.

“I know,†the other man said, “That…I don’t know what to think of that.â€

The man clasped him on the shoulder, “Let’s think of the best.â€

He nodded, “Yes, let’s hope.â€


“I expected Violet Cove to be more…pretty,†James said as he leaned against a building as Will and Mina got off the motorcycle.

“I expected coastal,†Will admitted as he looked at all the buildings around them, “Maybe more trees.â€

“Any trees,†James said, “So far all I’ve seen are buildings, warehouses, and apartments. Pretty much nothing green. There’s water, but it’s all industrial-based.â€

“And is there a Rider here?†Mina asked, “I mean, you called us here, after all.â€

He nodded, “Multiple Riders.â€

“Multiple again?†Will asked.

“This is the home of Beet,†he stated.

“Beet?†Will asked, “I remember Beet. I used his card once, when I had it. He fought with high speed.â€

“Which makes me think we’re best off doing this and leaving right away. I might be fast, but I’m not that fast,†James said, “I don’t think you can keep up either.â€

Will nodded, “Good plan.â€

“I have to agree,†Mina said, “If you can’t keep up with the monsters and Riders here, then we should just leave it to the professionals.â€

“That implies Will’s not professional, nor am I,†James said.

“I would say neither of you are,†Mina said.

“That’s just cruel,†James said.

“She’s a cruel woman,†Will said in somewhat jesting nature.

“Why do you travel with her again?†James asked.

“If I didn’t she’d beat me with her powers,†Will said.

Both men laughed as Mina sighed. “Oh come on Mina,†James told her, “We have to find some fun.â€

“Yeah, yeah, I know…,†she said.

“Let’s go,†Will said, walking on ahead. James pushed off the wall and followed, with Mina coming along at their side.


The man with the beetle armor sat down at a desk, sitting in a suit and tie. He looked at some paperwork and then glanced to his side, to the next office, through the glass wall. It was empty. Personal items sat there, including a nameplate (give focus to nameplate).

Ryan Hodd

“Where are you, Ryan?†the man asked softly, “Why are you fighting from the shadows like this? Why not come back to us?â€

The door opened so the man looked up, “Don’t you get tired of wearing a suit?†the bee man asked, “I mean, you just have to take it off to put on armor when we go into the field. It takes a while. I remember doing it for a while, just to emulate you.â€

The man smiled a little, “I like suits, Dennis.â€

“Suit yourself,†Dennis said, holding out a few documents, “Here’s my report on today’s events. I debriefed the troopers.â€

The suited man nodded, “I’ll put my name on these then. Just let me look over them.†He began to flip through documents.

“Steven, may I ask you something?†Dennis asked.

Steven looked up from his desk, “Yes?â€

“Do you ever…well…â€

“What is it Dennis?†Steven asked.

Dennis sighed, “Do you ever think that Ryan betrayed us?†he asked, “I mean, he took the Beet powers with him and vanished. He still has them, or, well, someone has them and knows how to use them.â€

“But whoever Beet is, they’re fighting the Inzects with us,†Steven reminded.

“Yes, but…ok, maybe betrayed isn’t the right word. Deserted,†Dennis said.

“No matter what he did, he was my friend,†Steven said, “I bare him no ill will.â€

“We’ve been fighting without a third of our power,†Dennis said.

“We’ve been winning,†Steven told him.

“But for how long?†Dennis asked, “How long before our troopers and the two of us aren’t enough? We almost lost today!â€

“We’d have recovered and beaten him back,†Steven said, “We had it handled.â€

“I don’t know,†Dennis said, “I like to think that we’re unbeatable, and that we can defeat anything the Inzects are able to come up with, for the sake of this city. But we’re human. We’re not invincible. We need all the comrades we can have, and since Beet has the Overclock System too…â€

“I see where you’re going,†Steven said, “So, what’s the point?â€

“We should try to get in contact with him. Or find him. Something!â€

“We’ve tried,†Steven said.

“We should try something else,†Dennis said, “We can find other ways.â€

“Like what?â€

“I don’t know yet,†Dennis said, “But surely we can find a way.â€

Steven looked back at the documents in hand, then set them down, “If we find a way, you’ll be the first to know,†Steven told him.

Dennis nodded once, “Understood…â€

“Please, give me some time to finish today’s paperwork,†he said.

Dennis nodded and left the office.


“Not even a park,†Will said, “How can we have walked this long and not seen any greenery?â€

“This town can’t be this depressing,†Mina muttered.

James sighed, “Maybe we should just focus on the Riders?â€

“Well, yeah, we are,†Will said, “It’s just that greenery is important.â€

“He always liked trees at our college,†Mina said.

“I always used to try to use the plants and trees and stuff at home to convince Mina to stay, and not go to Golden Grove,†Will said.

“Ah, so it’s a part of your home,†James said.

“What about yours?†Will asked.

“We had a lot of greenery,†he said, “It just wasn’t something as strong with me as it is for you, I guess. I admire that in you.â€

“Maybe we should split up,†Mina offered.

“Sure,†Will said. He pointed to his side, “I’ll take this street.â€

“I’ll go the other way,†Mina said.

“I’ll go forward,†James said.

Will nodded and hurried off. Mina and James began on their paths, but then Mina stopped and gestured towards James, who froze.

“Mina?†James questioned, turning his head as she approached him.

“We need to talk,†she said.


As Will walked, he came to a stop and looked at a building with large windows. He walked up to it and looked inside, seeing a line of people and a few tables with some food laid out. A few people were serving them.

“Have you come to volunteer?†a man asked as he walked up behind Will.

“Volunteer?†Will asked.

“This is a soup kitchen,†the man said, gesturing inside, “Are you a volunteer? I thought we were getting at least one new one today.â€

“Um…sure,†Will said, “I can for maybe an hour.â€

“Well, it’s lunch, so an hour is all we’d need for now,†the man said, opening the door and gesturing inside, “Please, after you.â€

Will nodded and walked inside. The man followed him in.


“What did you want to talk about that apparently Will can’t know?†James asked as he folded his arms and looked at Mina.

“Ever since we met you, we’ve avoided asking, but it’s time to know,†Mina said, “Your belt.â€

“You want to know why my belt and cards are like Will’s,†James said, “You want answers as to where this all comes from.â€

“I do,†Mina said.

“You say that as if it’s only you. Does Will want answers? Does he even know?â€

“No,†Mina said, “He’d like to know, I’m sure, but this is for me. He’d be content with just going on with the mission as always. I’m sure he’s not going to question where his powers came from, so long as they can help him save our city and fight the Dynasty.â€

“And that’s not good enough for you, is it?†he questioned Mina.

“No, it’s not,†she told James, “I need more.â€

“Well, I’d tell you if I knew, but I don’t.â€

“You don’t know where it came from?†she questioned, “Then where did you get your belt and cards?â€

“I found them, more or less,†he said, “It’s a long story. It involves my home. Now’s not the time to tell it to you.â€

“Then when is the time?†she questioned.

“When we don’t have a mission to do. On the road, perhaps. Just not here and now.â€

“Fine,†she muttered, throwing her arm forward, “Go.â€

He looked at her, “If I had any information for you, I’d share it. I have nothing of use.â€

She didn’t answer. She just went down her own path while he turned to take his.


Will dished out some soup to a bowl, then dipped the ladle in and gave it to another bowl. He looked around him at the other volunteers, who were giving out food as well. He turned to the man whom he had met outside, “I’m new to town,†Will said, “Did something happen? Where did all these people come from?â€

The man placed bread on the trays for the people who came past him, “These people are a result of the fighting between the Riders and the Inzects.â€

“Inzects?†Will asked.

“Insect monsters. The Riders fight for a group called “ZECTâ€. If you see them, you might see it on some of their gear. The name was given to the insect monsters as well as a way of classifying them.â€

“It sounds as though they’re part of ZECT or something with that name,†Will said.

“Kind of,†the man said, “But people understand it, no problem.â€

Will nodded and gave out more soup, “I’m Will, by the way.â€

“Ryan,†the man said.

“So, the fighting is pretty bad here then?†Will asked.

The man nodded, “With both sides moving at incredible speeds, they end up doing a lot more damage than they probably plan to. ZECT at least has constant construction going on, so that’s something. They’re a big organization, and help the people out who get displaced by the fighting.â€

“Do they have something to do with this food kitchen?†Will asked.

Ryan nodded, “They do. We’re not employed by them, but they pay for the building and food.â€

“That’s good at least,†Will said. He paused as he doled out more soup, “Is the construction one of the reasons why there’s like no greenery?â€

“Yes, actually,†Ryan said.

“This city is kind of depressing,†Will said.

“I know what you mean,†Ryan said, “I’ve thought of leaving it many times, but I can’t bring myself to.â€

“Why not?â€

“These people need me…â€

An alarm started to sound. People began to look around and then hide under tables. Will looked around, “What’s going on?†he called over the sound.

“That’s ZECT’s alarm that signifies an Inzect attack,†Ryan said. Will ran to the door, “No! It’s dangerous out there!†he shouted.

Will ignored him and ran on.


Will ran and slowed, “Oh wow…there is some greenery over there…,†he muttered, looking to his right. He turned to look ahead, “So, there you are, Inzect. Been a while since I’ve seen one of you.â€

The pupa insect monster stood before him and growled.

Will lowered his belt to his waist and lifted his card, “Power Ride!â€

[Decade 16. 16:21-198:22 (note: edit Den-O cards text)]

As Will’s transformation finished, the Inzect began to molt. Will clapped his hands together as the monster ran at him. The two threw a few blows at each other.

Will plowed the monster through some materials and into a warehouse, rolling with the monster. Will rose and drew a card.

“It’s been a while since I used this!†He swiped the card as the monster rushed him.

“Power Ride! Legend!â€

He shifted forms and ran forward to fight the monster, evading and throwing few blows. He threw the monster into a wall, then it sped up and smashed him around.

He groaned as he picked himself up, “I can’t compete with the speed,†he muttered, swiping a card.

Before he could close the belt he took some blows from the monster, then was finally able to close the belt.

“Blaster Styleâ€

As the monster ran again, he lifted his bow weapon up, “My senses are honed…,†he said softly, sensing the monster’s approach. “Got you!†he shouted, firing and destroying the monster in one shot. His armor reverted to Legacy at the same time.

He rose, and then the ground behind him was struck. He looked down and back, “What?â€

Troopers stood there, along with the two Riders.

“You’re the wanted Power Rider,†the bee Rider stated as he stepped forward.

“How did you destroy an Inzect?†the blue Rider questioned.

“Nevermind that,†the bee told him.

“You’re ZECT, I take it?†Will questioned, “The guardians of the city?â€

“And you’re a criminal we need to take care of,†the bee Rider said.

“Criminal?†Will asked, scratching his head, “What did I do?â€

“You’re taking this too lightly!†he shouted, he looked to his boss, “Engagement?â€

“Yes.â€

Both ran forward and began to exchange blows with Will. He held his own for a bit, but was struck back by both Riders.

“I guess I’ll have to try my new card,†Will said, loading the card in his belt.

“Power Ride! Rail!â€

He shifted into Rail’s silver form as the train came around him, giving him his red armor.

“Ok then,†Will said, throwing his arms out. He reached for his cards and drew one out, which he slid in.

His belt made no noise.

He threw his arms back, “Here I come!â€

Everyone looked at each other, “Is this a joke?†the bee Rider asked.

“I don’t know…,†his companion stated.

“Hey!†the bee Rider shouted.

Will stood there in his pose, then slowly came out of it. He sighed as he drew another card, “What a worthless card…â€

He swiped it and his armor began to shift.

“Blaster Railâ€

Will did some jumping around and shouting in joy.

“Is he even taking this seriously?†the blue Rider questioned.

The yellow Rider scratched his head, “This guy is a criminal?â€

“Hey!†the blue one shouted.

“What’s going on?†Will muttered as he lowered his arm, “Ah! It must be the Sandmen interfering! Pemon and Bryce’s partnership is too strong…†He looked back, “I’ll fix it!â€

He looked at two cards, weighing his choices by looking back and forth.

“Stop playing around!†the bee Rider shouted.

“Molt!â€

Both Riders shot their armor off and ran forward, smashing Will around, causing him to shout in pain and lose grip of his cards.

[End Decade footage]

Will hit the ground in his normal suit. He groaned and slowly came to his feet.


As James searched, he stopped when he saw two trucks outside of a warehouse. He went down and glanced inside, “Will…,†he said softly. He got up and crept around the entrance, running towards the back as he affixed his belt to his waist.

“Power Ride!â€

[Decade 16. 19:31-19:33]

The two circled Will, hitting him with quick dashes and blows.

[Decade 16. 19:51-20:16 (note: edit in lasers)]

Will hit the ground again as the two approached him.

James leapt from a walkway and landed, blasting the two Riders back with his weapon.

Will came up, “James!†he said, “You saved me…â€

“Don’t sound so surprised!†James told him, “We’re friends after all, right?â€

The blue Rider ran forward, but James intercepted him, “I’ll take you on! Ok?†He pushed back and kicked at his foe.

The bee Rider ran forward, engaging Will. The four Riders fought.

[End Decade footage]


Mina wandered until she found a large building, “ZECT?†she questioned, looking at the sign. She walked in the front door and walked towards the receptionist, “Um, excuse me,†she said.

“Can I help you?†the receptionist asked.

“Yes,†Mina said, “I’ve heard that the Riders in this town are connected to ZECT, that’s correct, isn’t it?â€

“It is,†the receptionist said, “How may I help you then?â€

“I was hoping to get a chance to talk to one of them,†she said, “Um, preferably Beet.â€

“I can’t do that,†she said, “Not for someone who just walked in. I’m sorry.â€

“No, I get it,†she said, “Um…is there anyone I can speak to?â€

“Hold on,†the woman said, reaching for her phone, “I have someone here in the lobby. I need security to escort her up so she can see someone on the fourth floor.†She set the phone down, “Just give security a minute. You understand, don’t you?â€

“I do,†Mina said, nodding.

Soon a security guard came and directed to the elevators, “This way please.â€

He and Mina went towards the elevators, and as soon as they opened he drew out handcuffs and slapped them on her, “You’re a criminal in the eyes of Violet Cove. You’re not getting anywhere near our staff.â€

Mina started to shout, but it did nothing for her.


[Decade 16. 20:25-21:01]

James was slashed back a few times and continued to take hits.

“Ok then, let’s do this! Come on out!â€

He loaded and fired.

“Power Summon! Omicron Troopers!â€

The three warriors were summoned and ran forward.

“Overclockâ€

The Rider dashed through them, cutting them down swiftly.

“What a wonderful power!†James called, “I need something like that, but for now…,†he said as he inserted his card. As the Rider ran for him, he activated it.

“Invisibleâ€

James vanished and the Rider turned, looking for him.

[Decade 16. 21:06-22:08]

Two Inzects were in the area, but the two Riders ignored them as they fought.

“If you can’t Overclock, you can’t beat me,†the bee Rider said, “So just surrender.â€

“I think not,†Will said as he drew a card up, “You see, I can be clever.â€

He loaded closed his belt.

“Power Ride! Phi!â€

“Now, let’s see if this card lets me keep pace!†Will said as he slotted one.

“Accelerateâ€

His chest armor shifted and he glowed a little. He drew his watch up and hit a button.

“Speed Upâ€

The two Riders moved at high speeds, smashing through their arena. They fought rather evenly for a while until Will was thrown.

[Decade 16. 22:10-22:11]

“Running won’t work!†Dennis shouted.

[Decade 16. 22:12-22:13]

Needles smashed into Will’s back, bringing him down.

[End Decade footage]

There were two green explosions. A red figure walked out of them.

[Decade 16. 22:17-22:18]

“Beet…,†Will muttered on the ground.

[Decade 16. 22:25-22:35]

Will rose, looking at Beet, “It’s him…â€

Beet turned his head to look back.

“You traitor!†Dennis shouted, running and throwing a punch at Beet. The other Rider blocked and pushed his arm back before slashing him once.

Will undid his belt and returned to normal form as the rubble fell around him.

[End Decade footage]

Will stood in human form, “Beet!â€

[Decade 16. 22:45-22:46]

Beet looked back, then dashed off.

[End Decade footage]

Will ran, coming out in the streets. He looked around, but then Steven came at his side, grabbing him.

“You’re under arrest on orders of ZECT!†he shouted.

Dennis soon came from where Will had emerged from, “Good. There’s only one criminal left.â€

“What’s going on?†Will shouted, but the two dragged him away, ignoring his cries.

James poked his head around the corner, “Will…I’ll save you…â€

The truck drove off; leaving James behind as he watched Will be taken away.
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Chapter 18: Exposing the Truth

“What’s the meaning of this?†Mina shouted as she was locked in a room. She tried to pull her hands from the handcuffs, but couldn’t get them. She beat on the door and shouted, but nothing happened.

“Ok, I’m psychic, I should be able to get these cuffs off,†she muttered. She stared intently at the handcuffs but nothing happened. She sighed and kicked the door. She sat down and stared at the handcuffs, “Come on…â€

She rose to her feet quickly as the door opened. Two men stood there, one of them wearing a suit, while the other one didn’t. They pushed Will inside, also handcuffed.

“Will!†she called, hurrying to his side.

“Mina? What are you doing here?†he questioned.

“I came to ZECT to look for information, but they arrested me,†she told him, glaring at the two men, “What happened to you?â€

“I fought ZECT and they ended up getting the better of me,†he said.

“I got the better of him,†the man who wasn’t in a suit said, “Power Rider Sting.â€

“Power Rider Stag,†the other man said, “You can call me Steven. Now, we have some questions for the two of you.â€

“What sort of questions?†Mina demanded.

“If it’s about how we’re apparently wanted criminals, then by all means, let’s talk,†Will said.

“Dennis, please leave,†Steven said.

“Why?†Dennis questioned.

“I want to talk to them alone,†Steven responded, “At least for now. You can watch from the other room.â€

“Fine,†he muttered, walking out of the room.

“So?†Will questioned.

“You saw Beet,†the man named Steven told him, “He destroyed some Inzects, correct?â€

“He did,†Will replied.

“You knew his name,†Steven said, “Have you had prior contact with him?â€

“No,†Will said, shaking his head, “I know his name because, well…you saw me transform into other Riders, right?â€

“Of course. It was annoying,†Steven said.

He sighed, “I’m sorry about that, I won’t be using those cards again. Anyway, when I first got my belt, I had a card for Beet. I became him and used the Overclock powers. Today was my first time actually seeing him.â€

“We’re traveling,†Mina said, “Our home was taken by the Dark Conquest Dynasty, and we’re seeking out other Riders so Will can train and become stronger.â€

“Dynasty?†Steven questioned.

“You haven’t heard of them?†Will asked.

The man shook his head, “We have time. Talk.â€


James ran around the warehouses, stopping to rest, “So many of these things,†he muttered, “Is there really that much construction and stuff going on in town?â€

He ran a bit farther before he stopped and heard a growling, “Inzect…,†he muttered, putting on his belt and running into one of the warehouses, “Power Ride!†A cyan flash of light was seen coming from the entrance.

[Decade 17. 4:58-5:48 (note: edit IXA’s visor/heads up display)]

“I’m going to take care of this quickly,†he lowered the card, then lifted his blaster and pulled the trigger.

“Blast Attackâ€

He fired a rapid series of blasts into the monster while Beet dashed around him, taking some of the hits in the process, slowing down.

Beet looked at him and hit his belt.

“Overclockâ€

He dashed forward and struck James.

“Hey! It was an accident!†he shouted as he lifted his blaster, “But if you feel like doing this…,†he lifted two cards, “Your mistake will cost you,†he slotted his cards.

“Power Summon! Hunter!â€

“Power Summon! Psi!â€

Two Riders appeared in front of James.

“Prepare to meet your downfall!†Hunter called as he lifted his blaster.

“Here we come!†Psi called, pointing his finger.

As Beet rushed forward, Hunter watched through his heads up display. He lifted his blaster and fired while Psi took to the air with a jetpack and opened fire with blasters.

Beet continued to take hits and slow down before he fell. The two summons rushed him and began to engage, taking the upper hand.

[End Decade footage]


Dennis looked at a monitor, “So, this is Beet’s signature, correct?†he asked.

The technician nodded, “Yes. Beet has been using his Overclock. It appears that he’s engaged in battle at this moment.â€

“Then we should deploy,†Dennis said.

“We’re not seeing an Inzect signature in the area,†the technician said, “There’s something weird going on there.â€

“Is someone fighting Beet then?â€

The technician shrugged, “I don’t know.â€

“I should check this out,†Dennis said, hurrying out of the room.


[Decade 17. 6:31-6:53]

“If I can bring you in…,†James said, but was knocked into a pillar. He groaned as he looked around, “I can free Will…â€

He moved and span around, “It’s nothing personal!†he shouted. He shouted as he took a punch and was knocked back from Beet’s high speed.

Beet suddenly appeared in front of James and stopped.

“I need to save my friend…,†James muttered, “It’s nothing per…â€

Beet was gone.

“Come on!†James shouted, rising, “I guess I’ll have to save him myself…â€

[End Decade footage]

James walked out of the warehouse in his human form. He stopped as he saw a man approaching. “You’re that bee Rider,†James said.

“Dennis, please,†Dennis said, holding his hands up, “I mean you no harm, Rider. I’m merely here to speak to you.â€

“Speak to me about what?†James questioned.

“You fought against Beet, right?â€

“I just did.â€

“And?â€

“And I lost.â€

“We have your two friends in custody. They’re criminals.â€

“And what did they do?†James questioned.

“That’s private information,†Dennis replied, “If you can bring us Beet, though…â€

“Yeah, I get it,†James said, “Bring you Beet and then you free them. What did Beet do? Leave your organization and take his belt?â€

“Something like that,†Dennis said.

James sighed, “If it’s the only way, I guess I’ll give it another shot, if I run into Beet.â€

“Please do,†Dennis said, “Come to ZECT headquarters if you succeed.â€

James nodded as he watched Dennis leave him. “There has to be another way,†James muttered, “I can’t defeat Beet…â€


“Do you believe our story?†Will asked.

“It is fact that something happened at Harper’s Coast,†Steven said, “But I don’t know about the rest of the story.â€

“Why would we lie about that?†Mina questioned, “What charges do you have on us anyway?â€

“Private.â€

“Even to the suspects?†Mina demanded, “I feel like you have nothing on us.â€

“The charges vary,†Steven said, “Acts of violence, attacking other Riders, things of that nature. You spread chaos in your wake.â€

“We fight the chaos!†Will shouted, “If it weren’t for our intervention in some of these places, the Riders wouldn’t be able to defeat their enemies! I helped stop the former King of the Tribes, an usurper to the Glasswalkers, a rogue Advent Deck Rider who was taking out the others, the leader of a race of monsters called Deckers, a group of monsters terrorizing a college, a Tribes commander, and then a monster who wanted to go into the past and cause damage. We don’t cause chaos; we prevent it!â€

“If you contact the other Riders, they can back us up,†Mina said, “Contact Ace!â€

“We know of Ace,†Steven said, “But I won’t.â€

“You’re going to hold us on these ridiculous charges then?†Will questioned.

Steven sighed, “I…I want to believe you, but…â€

“Who’s in charge here?†Will questioned.

“I am,†Steven told him.

“Then you shouldn’t have to answer to anyone.â€

“I’d have to justify my decision to my employees.â€

“Then justify it,†Will said, “Just do what you know is right!â€

He nodded, “I should, but I can’t.â€

“You sound like a terrible leader then,†Will said, “You don’t do the right thing just because it sounds like it might be difficult to explain. I’d hate to work for you.â€

Steven remained silent for a bit, “I never said I liked being in charge.â€

“Where did you get these charges from anyway?†Mina questioned, “Just answer that for us, please.â€

“The charges came from someone who’s been following you and trying to stop you, or so he claims,†Steven said, “He has official badges and paperwork, so I trust him. He said his name was Special Agent David Anderson.â€

“And what does he look like?†Will questioned, “Have you even checked to see if he’s legit?â€

“Sounds like a disguise for a Dynasty agent,†Mina muttered.

“He’s probably with the Dynasty!†Will told him, “He’s playing you guys!â€

Steven shook his head, “I don’t believe that.â€

“What happened to Beet?†Mina asked.

“That’s a sudden topic change,†Steven said.

“I want to know, because I feel like we might be able to come to an understanding.â€

“What sort of understanding?†Steven questioned.

“Something clearly happened. If we can help you, maybe you’ll believe us that we’re the good guys.â€

Steven nodded, “You’ll be monitored.â€

“Fine,†she said.

“He used to be our leader. His name is Ryan Hodd. I was his second in command and had to move up to take control in the meantime. He felt responsible for everything that happened in this city and always tried to push himself to destroy the Inzects faster, before they could cause too much harm.

“One day he vanished. He took his belt and powers with him, and then he started to appear again in some battles. He would help us by destroying Inzects and aiding in the occasional battle, but never said a word. I don’t even know if it’s still Ryan wearing it, or if it’s someone else.â€

“And you can’t track him?†Mina asked.

“When he uses his Overclock we can trace it a bit, but he’s usually gone by that time,†Steven said, “He disabled his tracker in his belt.â€

“And you use that because the Inzects do?†she asked.

He nodded, “It’s the only way to overcome them. We use heavier armor at first, but we get rid of it with our Molt function.â€

“I saw that,†Will said.

“Your names imply you’re a stag beetle, and the other guy was a bee,†Mina said, “Neither one of them molt, as far as I know…â€

Steven shrugged, “It’s more of an insect thing. It’s not meant to mean that our specific insects molt.â€

“It’s weird,†she said.

“I never said it wasn’t.â€

“Anyway, let’s get going,†Will said, “I want to find Beet.â€

“I’ll be keeping her as insurance,†Steven said.

She and Will looked at each other and then nodded. “Very well,†Mina said.

“Let’s do it then,†Will told him, holding his hands out to be uncuffed. “I’ll bring Beet back, and I’ll free you.â€

“I believe in you,†Mina told him.


James came to a stop and looked around, “This isn’t going to work,†he said to himself, “How would I know where Beet is?â€

He started to cross the street when he saw Will walking down the sidewalk. He turned and then saw Will running to him.

“James!†he called, slowing.

“Will! I saw them arrest you…â€

“I was released to find Beet,†Will said, “They kept Mina until I found him. They think we’re fugitives of some sort. It sounds like the Dynasty is manipulating things.â€

“Of course,†James muttered, “Of course it’s them.â€

“Look, we need to find Beet and…I don’t know,†Will said.

“I fought him,†James said, “I thought that if I could beat him that I might be able to free you guys.â€

“You lost though?â€

James nodded, “That Overclock.â€

“Look, I think I know where to find him,†Will said, “Follow me. We’re not going to fight, we’re going to talk.â€

James nodded and ran with Will.


Mina sat in the room and looked out through the single window that was installed. She could see Steven talking to a man in trooper armor, who then left. Then she saw another man in a suit approach to speak to Steven.

“David!†Steven greeted, shaking the man’s hand, “We have the girl.â€

“I thought you had both,†David answered with annoyance.

“We let the male out for the time being. He’ll be back before too long. Trust me.â€

“I hope you know what you’re doing,†David answered.

Mina watched them speak. She slid to the ground and groaned, “I can boost my hearing, but not break the door or my handcuffs? This is ridiculous…†She sighed, “Is that the Dynasty agent in charge of this area…?â€

She rose as the door opened. David and Steven stepped inside.

“Please, leave us,†David said. Steven looked at Mina, then stepped out.

Mina walked away from David, “What do you want?†she questioned.

“To question you,†he said, “I brought the charges forth, after all.â€

She sat at the table, “Who are you? You’re a Dynasty agent, aren’t you?†she questioned.

He didn’t answer. He sat down, “Charges of causing chaos, attacking other Riders…â€

“To be fair, that’s Will, not me.â€

“You’re his companion and friend. It’s to both of you.â€

“Do you have specific charges?†she questioned.

“I can name them,†he said. He smiled slightly, “At Grace Towers, the destruction of an entire legion of Tribes monsters, including the former king. At Rose Valley, the destruction of the next King of the Glasswalkers. At Tower City, combat with Power Rider Fury, and manipulation of time with the Time Vent card.

“At Edgewood, the destruction of the Joker. At Golden Grove, the destruction of a troop of Grays. At Mills City, the destruction of another Tribes unit, including a chief. At Belief Point, the interference with a time travel order. And finally, the charge that started all of it. Attacking the leader of the Dynasty.â€

“So, you’re not even hiding it,†she said, “You’re Dynasty.â€

He smiled grimly, “I never said I wasn’t.â€

“And are you sure others aren’t watching?†she questioned.

“Nobody’s watching,†he told her. “I have my Inzects in this building, keeping an eye on things. I have people keeping those who might be suspicious busy. People like Dennis are easy to manipulate; people who are young, who want to do a good job, and get promotions. They’re eager to help a Special Agent.â€

“What is it you want with this city?†Mina questioned.

“Subjugation. We’re starting by crippling ZECT and their Riders.†He rose, “I’ll see you later, when I take you and your friend to Apollo.†He walked to the door and opened it. He looked back, “This is where your journey ends.†He left.


“A soup kitchen?†James asked.

Will nodded, “His name is Ryan Hodd. I met a man named Ryan here earlier. Based on what Steven told me, and what Ryan told me, it sounds like the Ryan I met is Beet.â€

The two entered and saw only a few people eating. There was only one server left while someone else was picking up the pots and plates.

“Excuse me,†Will said, hurrying to the server, “I was working here earlier. Is Ryan around?â€

“He’s washing dishes,†the man said.

“Thanks, I just need to talk to him.â€

“Go ahead,†the man said. Will looked back to James and the two went into the kitchen to where Ryan stood at the sink.

“You talk,†James said as they approached.

“Of course,†Will responded. “Ryan?â€

The man turned, “Oh, you again. Are you here to help? We have it mostly taken care of…â€

“What’s your last name?†Will asked.

“Why?†Ryan asked.

James stepped forward, “It’s an urgent matter. You know what it is.â€

Ryan looked at them and then nodded, “Come with me.â€


“I left ZECT because they weren’t doing the job I signed up for,†Ryan said as they spoke in an alley. Nobody was around, “When I joined, the organization was much better. We fought for something; we fought for humanity, and for, well, the city. Now? They’ll destroy whatever they have to in order to save the rest.

“Look around you. Look at how much this city has changed. Well, you wouldn’t know, but it used to be beautiful. Now it’s…it’s all just buildings. I never wanted this. I abandoned the organization because I believed that fighting on my own was better. I’m hacked into the ZECT computer systems so I can detect when an Inzect uses Overclock, but otherwise I’m on my own.â€

“Look,†Will said, “My friend Mina and I are considered wanted for some reason. Steven said if I brought you back that we’d be able to go free. Please, can you come back? Can you at least speak to Steven?â€

“He was my oldest friend in the organization,†Ryan said, “I should come, but…â€

“But what?†Will asked.

“I can’t risk going back,†Ryan said, “I don’t want to fall to them again. I don’t want to be their agent, or for them to take my powers. I’m making a difference, and I can’t let that stop.â€

“Please,†James said, “We’ll help you. Just please, come with us.â€

“I fought you earlier,†Ryan said.

“You beat me earlier is a better statement,†James responded.

Ryan smiled a bit, “Yes, yes I did.â€

“I’m coming from a place of no ill feelings,†James said, “We’re fighting not only for a city, but for everyone. We need to keep moving, we need to be together again. It’s for everyone. You fight for a city, but we fight for much more.â€

Will held out the blank card, “I need us to be on the same page. I need to gain your powers, and we can only do that by seeing eye to eye and, well…finding a common ground and helping each other.â€

Ryan sighed, “Fine. I’ll come. But not yet. Go back and inform Steven that I’ll be there within the hour.â€

Will and James nodded, “Thank you Ryan,†Will told him.

Ryan nodded.

“Are you sure it’s smart to alert him?†James asked.

“I trust him enough,†Ryan said.

As James and Will walked away, James looked at Will, “It’s not him that I’m worried about…â€


“In exchange for the prisoners, I have the machine ready,†David told Steven as they walked along the hallway, “Even if the male prisoner doesn’t manage to find him, we’ll find him.â€

“How is this different from what we already utilize?†Steven asked.

“It’ll stop him,†David answered, “It won’t just locate him, but he’ll come to you. He’ll be powerless at that point. His belt will force his armor to come here. If he’s not transformed, his beetle will begin coming here, and he’ll have to come after it. Once he’s here, he’s yours. Even if he transforms, he can’t Overclock, and you should have him.â€

Steven nodded, “Ok,†he said, “As long as this is all for the best.â€

“Whatever you need to tell yourself,†David told him.

“It’s…it’s for the best,†Steven said.


James and Will entered the building and were sent to the elevator. When they came out, Dennis and Steven were standing there.

“Where’s Ryan?†Dennis questioned.

“He’s on his way on his own power,†Will responded, “Within the hour.â€

“Fine,†Steven said, “When he returns, well, then we’ll release you two.â€

“And if he doesn’t, you’re staying put,†Dennis said.

Sirens started to go off in the building. The two ZECT employees looked around and then something came over the intercom.

“Inzects have appeared in the building! They are in the equipment room!â€

“I’ll go,†Steven said, “Take these two and lock them up!†he told Dennis, running off.

Dennis pulled the two with him and threw them in the nearest room, locking it. He ran off after Steven.

“This is great,†James muttered.

“You have your belt?†Will asked.

“Yes,†James said, “I just don’t want to cause a commotion in a building full of troopers.â€

“I doubt that.â€

James sighed, “You know me too well.†He loaded his belt on.


Mina looked out the window as she saw people running, but had no idea what was happening. She sighed and went to the table, “Come on, someone come and tell me what’s happening…â€

The door came open and Will stood there with Ender, “Come on!†Will told her.

“Are you breaking me out?†she questioned.

“Technically,†Will said.

She ran towards them. James grabbed the handcuffs and broke them with his free hand, “Now, let’s go,†he told her.


Sting and Stag were both knocked back and hit the ground. Inzects swarmed around them, standing over the defeated Riders. The Rider forms faded and their human identities laid on the ground.

[Decade 17. 15:22-15:24]

“Ha! Is that all you have?†the lead Inzect shouted.

[End Decade footage]

“I guess they were right,†Steven muttered, “He’s an enemy. I should have listened to them…â€

Inzects began to move around and activate something. There was a humming sound filling the room in short order.

The Inzects were knocked back and then the red figure of Beet appeared with his knife in hand. He turned and then shouted as he fell to his knees. His armor disappeared.

[Decade 17. 15:28-15:31]

“This is my trap, Beet!†the Inzect leader laughed.

[End Decade footage]

Ryan’s armor faded as the three companions rushed into the room. Will had his belt in hand while James remained in his armor.

“I’ll deal with the Inzects,†James said, “Help Ryan and the others.â€

Will nodded and ran towards Steven and Dennis, who both shook their heads.

“I can’t fight,†Dennis told him.

“Nor can I,†Steven muttered, “They overpowered us. They injured us so we can’t fight again right now…†Steven pointed up, “On the roof there’s…there’s an antenna. It’s stopping the Overclock. Machinery in this room is preventing us from transforming…â€

Will moved to Ryan, “We need to shut down the machine so you can fight,†Will told Ryan. He turned and shouted, “James!â€

James was kicking some of the Inzects back and nodded, “Got it!†he shouted, turning in a circle and shooting machinery around him.

The humming stopped.

Ryan came to his feet, “Alright then…,†he looked at his belt

[Decade 17. 15:35-15:37]

“Get them!†the leader shouted, sending some Inzects forward.

[End Decade footage]

Will lifted his card while Ryan reached for his insect. “Power Ride!†both shouted.

Will swiped his card while Ryan lifted his off his belt, then placed the insect back on.

Will’s armor came as usual, while Ryan’s came in a hexagonal pattern.

Inzects swarmed and grabbed James, pushing him out of the room.

[Decade 17. 16:30-19:17]

Their armors finished forming.

“Moltâ€

Ryan flipped his beetle’s head back and caused his armor to shoot off. The two ran forward, engaging the weaker Inzects in the room with melee and weapons. They didn’t last long.

“You can defeat my minor Inzects all you want, but do you think you can defeat me?†the lead one shouted, dashing forward.

He smashed through both Riders and took them down.

“I don’t think we can match your speed, but that doesn’t matter. I have a plan!†Will called, holding and loading a card.

“Clone Attackâ€

As the monster dashed again, various clones of Legacy appeared, slashing him to stop him. The clones came together to attack and repel him.

“Do you think that’ll work?†the monster shouted. Wings sprouted from his back and he flew, going through the wall and coming out on top of the building.

Will drew three cards out and looked at them, “Ryan, they’re active,†he said as he picked the middle one and swiped it in his belt.

He walked towards Ryan and spoke to him, “I need to do this,†he said, pushing him on the back. He shifted into a giant beetle device and broke through the roof. Will leapt up after him.

They landed on the roof and Ryan returned to normal.

“You can’t defeat me without Overclock!†the monster shouted down, “And this antenna is going to block your signal for it!†he shouted down as they looked up at him.

“We destroy it then,†Ryan told Will, “I think we can do it, together.â€

Will turned his head to look, “Yeah, we can do that.â€

Ryan lifted his hand up, “Let’s just defeat him and protect this city.†He lowered his arm, “For the people in it, because they deserve better.â€

“The people in this city?†the monster shouted down, “The people don’t matter!â€

“Our hearts are one,†Will said as he held a card, “Let’s put them together and destroy this guy!â€

He swiped the card and closed his belt.

Ryan leapt up and flew up in his new form, crashing into the monster. He plowed the monster through the antenna’s base and landed before hitting his belt and flipping the horn.

As the monster and antenna fell, Will leapt up and threw a kick out while Ryan span around to give a roundhouse to thks destroyed him.

The Riders stood together.

[End Decade footage]


“I’ll stay on one condition,†Ryan told Dennis and Steven, “We need to change the way ZECT handles business with this city. It used to be beautiful, but so few trees and greenery remain. We need to restore it.â€

“I’ll try to see to it,†Steven said.

“Also, one more thing,†Ryan said, “I want everyone here to volunteer in the city for a set number of hours a week. There’s a lot of people out there who need us, and I want to be there for them. We owe the people.â€

Steven nodded, “Done.â€

Dennis sighed and nodded, “Yeah…ok.â€


As the three companions waited by Will’s bike, Ryan soon came walking towards them, “ZECT is changing,†he commented, “We’re going to improve this city, and do more to help the people in it.â€

“They just let you take your old position back?†Mina asked.

He nodded, “They needed me, and well, Steven and I are friends. He stepped down gladly and let me take my place back. No real issues there.â€

“And you want leadership?†Will asked.

“I’m making everyone volunteer. I can do more as leader for this city than I could as a sole volunteer.â€

Will reached out and shook Ryan’s hand, “You’re a good man.â€

“As are you,†Ryan responded, “Keep fighting. Fight for your city, and everyone in it.â€

“I will,†Will told him. He lowered his arm and moved to his bike, “Only one card is left to restore to color. Echo.â€

“You’ll find him in the area around Crystal Reserve.â€

“The national park?†Mina asked.

He nodded, “It’s weird, but you’ll see.â€

“Ok then, Crystal Reserve,†Will said, “It’ll take us a day or so, but then we’ll be at the final destination, and then…then we can go and take on Apollo again.â€

“Good luck,†Ryan said, “I’ll be waiting, and when I can, I will join your fight.â€

Will nodded, “Thank you.â€

He pulled on his helmet as Mina put hers on. James walked up to the bike and nodded to Ryan.

“How do you travel?†Ryan asked James.

James smiled and shook his head, “Please,†he said, “I get by just fine.â€

Ryan turned away as he heard the sound of the motorcycle leaving. He walked a bit, then turned around to see that James was indeed gone.

“How did he do that?†Ryan muttered, then turned and walked on, “Violet Cove…today is a new day for you…â€
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Chapter 19: Shattered Echo

[Decade 18. 0:37-0:40]

The area was large and beautiful with the forest and waters.

[End Decade footage]

“So, this is Crystal Reserve,†Mina said, looking around as the three walked in the woods, “I never realized just how big it was…â€

“It’s beautiful,†Will agreed as he looked around.

“It’s almost as if it can make you forget just what’s going on in the world,†James said, “The peace of this place is just astounding.â€

“Well, most places were peaceful for the most part,†Mina said.

“You two traveled more than I did, so I guess you’d know,†James commented.

The three slowed down.

“What was that?†Mina questioned, looking around. She held an arm out, “I…I don’t feel anything yet, but we all heard that, right?â€

“It sounded like footsteps,†James said.

“It might be nothing,†Will said, “Just someone else walking around in the forest. Like us.â€

“It could be,†James said, “But we know this is a place that has Riders, and as such, has monsters. We can’t be too careful.â€

Something leapt out of the brush at their side. Mina backed away and pointed her hand at the green turtle-like monster, but nothing happened.

“My powers aren’t working!†she shouted.

Will slung his belt on quickly, “I’ve got this then!†He held up his card, “Power Ride!â€

Will erupted into magenta light as James moved aside.

[Decade 18. 3:43-3:51]

The turtle-like monster walked forward, growling. It ran and threw a punch, but Will ducked and returned a few blows. The monster leapt over his head.

[Decade 18. 3:52-4:23]

The turtle leapt out of a tree and kept moving.

“Fast,†Will muttered.

It jumped and struck him, taking him down. Will came up with a card in hand, “Let’s try this!†He swiped the card while the turtle kept leaping around the trees around him.

“Power Ride! Beet!â€

His armor shifted. The turtle leapt again.

“I’m faster now,†he said as he lifted a card and tapped it before swiping it.

“Overclockâ€

He dashed forward, past the monster, and swiped another card. Will span around and kicked.

[End Decade footage]

There was an explosion just behind him in the air.

Will undid his belt and returned to human form as Mina and James approached him.

“For a turtle, that thing was fast,†James commented.

“I couldn’t even sense it,†Mina said, “I…I don’t get it.â€

“It’s because you don’t understand the nature of these monsters,†a voice said as someone moved through the woods. He pushed through some of the brush and stood up. He was in his twenties, Asian-American. “My name is Andrew,†he said, “I guess you can call me an expert in the nature of these Wilds.â€

“Wilds?†Will asked.

“That’s what we’ve taken to referring to them as,†Andrew said, shrugging, “We used to call them Wild Spirits, but it was just faster to drop the ‘Spirits’ part. But then, well, you get people who don’t know what they are, and then get confused. I for one liked the old name just fine, but I was overruled on the name.â€

James walked towards him, folding his arms over his chest, “So, you’re an expert. Chances are you’re a Rider.â€

“And you’d be right,†Andrew said, “Power Rider Echo. I’m master of the drum style.â€

“Echo!†Will said, “Yes! I need to speak with you!â€

“Wait, drum style?†James asked. He looked at Will, “Sorry, I know this is important, but I’m curious about something. What do you mean?â€

“I’ll explain everything,†Andrew said. He directed to the side, “Please, follow me. I’ll get us out of here and then we can have a conversation.â€

The three followed Andrew out of the forest and into a clearing, “There’s a park up ahead,†he said, “My allies are there.â€

“I remember seeing a Rider who used a guitar weapon,†Will said, “It was a weird situation.â€

“That was one of ours,†Andrew said, “Ted commented before that something happened. He’s Power Rider Slash. He was teleported or something, and then had a fight, then was teleported back.â€

“I’ll explain all of that to you in time,†Will said, “Or well, the parts we can explain.â€

Andrew nodded.

“I have a question,†Mina said, “I’m psychic,†she held her hand out, bringing down some twigs from a tree, “I can detect people and things around me. I can manipulate things as well, as you saw. Why couldn’t I detect or affect that Wild?â€

“The Wilds are spirits of nature that came out of harmony. They’re…,†he stopped and sighed, “How do I explain this? Um…well, the Wilds are basically spirits taking physical form. I guess they’re just immune to psychic powers.â€

“I feel worthless here then,†Mina commented.

“We’ll be out of here soon enough,†Will told her, “Don’t worry.â€

“We use our music to restore harmony to the spirits,†Andrew said, “I said I use drum style. You saw Ted; he’s a practitioner of strings style, although he and Jason, his teacher, use guitars. We also have a flute style, although our practitioners use trumpets.â€

“And the music restores harmony,†Will said, “Then how did I use a kick to destroy that turtle?â€

“You didn’t destroy him,†Andrew responded, “You merely drove him away. He’ll recover and regenerate somewhere in the forest, but he won’t be purified. But in his weakened state other spirits may find him and purify him back to how he once was.â€

“Let me ask you something,†James said, “This place is big. Are they all over?â€

“They are,†Andrew responded.

“Then how do you do things?†James asked, “I mean, surely you can’t just tell people to stay out, or split your focus and go in as escorts. How does this work?â€

“We’re set up here to watch the park and purify the woods,†Andrew said, “We’ll go out for a day, purify as many as we can, then return. We know when the spirits are at rest, and when they’re restless. We tell people to go when they’re at rest, but if they’re restless, we close the park.â€

“You have that power?†Mina asked.

Andrew nodded, “We’re well organized.â€

As they came farther into the park they heard shouts. Andrew looked around, “Over there!†he shouted, running. The others looked at each other and ran after him.

[Decade 18. 5:44-5:46]

A trio of cat monsters moved forward, growling.

[Decade 18. 5:47-5:48]

They drew their claws back a bit.

[End Decade footage]

“Spirits! You will be gone!†a voice commanded.

Two men walked forward. One was an older Caucasian man, and the other was a younger African American man. It was the older one whom had spoken. The older man had something sticking slightly out of a pocket.

He lifted his arm up and held a string-like object, as if it were part of a guitar. He shouted out.

“Power Ride!â€

He drew it up, plucked the strings, and then thrust it towards his waist. It crackled with electricity and formed a belt. Lightning erupted around his body.

The four stopped, “That’s Jason,†Andrew said, “Now, watch.â€

[Decade 18. 6:17-6:19]

The green and bronze warrior stood there, “Now!â€

[Decade 18. 6:23-6:29]

People fled from the cats as Jason ran forward, shouting, guitar out. He dodged around and slashed at the monsters.

[End Decade footage]

More people were arriving. One was a young man, the other a woman around his own age. The young man had something bulging in his coat pocket, it was partially sticking out.

“Michael?†the girl asked.

He nodded, “I’m going in,†he said, lifting a circular piece. He thrust it forward, “Power Ride!†he shouted. Air whistled around it as he thrust it to his waist. Wind formed his belt, and then wind erupted around his body.

[Decade 18. 6:57-6:59]

He stood in his Rider form, “I’m ready.â€

[End Decade footage]

Andrew directed to the duo, “That’s Michael and Rebecca. Siblings. He joined us first, and has been training his sister. He may be young, but he’s very powerful.â€

“Those are the trumpets, I assume?†Mina asked.

Andrew nodded, “They are.â€

[Decade 18. 7:01-7:14]

Michael shouted as he ran forward, lifting his trumpet.

As Jason cut at the three monsters around him, Michael entered the fight and kicked one back.

Jason shouted as he got one with his guitar and turned around, reaching for his belt, while Michael kept firing red blasts into one of the cats.

“Lightning Quake!†Jason shouted.

[Decade 18. 7:16-7:20]

He reached down to play.

Michael attached his belt piece to his trumpet. “Wind Melody!â€

[Decade 18. 7:21-7:23]

Michael played.

[Decade 18. 7:26-7:38]

Jason strummed while Michael played. Lightning and wind damaged the monsters until they exploded.

[Decade 18. 7:40-7:44]

“One left!†Jason called, running.

Michael moved in his way, “Hold on! You got hurt a few days ago!â€

[End Decade footage]

“Are you going to get it then?†Mina asked Andrew.

“They’ll sort it out,†Andrew said, “But yeah, I should…â€

Andrew ran towards the two of them, grabbing at their arms.

“Where’d it go?†Mina questioned, looking around.

“Our way, great,†James muttered, reaching for his belt.

Will moved in front of him, “I’ll do it,†he said, “I need Andrew’s power anyway, so I’d might as well show him what I can do.â€

“Got it,†James said, “I’ll remember that.â€

“Power Ride!â€

[Decade 18. 8:01-8:03]

As the cat approached, Will backhanded it away.

[Decade 18. 8:05-8:20]

He kicked the monster back before reaching for a card.

“Legacy Kickâ€

The monster was knocked back by the cards, then taken out by Will’s kick. He landed on the brick pathway the others were on.

[End Decade footage]

Will walked out of the magenta light, “Sorry, but it came at us. I got it.â€

“It’s fine,†Andrew said, “Two out of three purified isn’t bad.â€

Jason and Michael moved away from each other and both undid their transformations.

“I’m Will Scheffer,†Will said, holding out his hand, “Power Rider Legacy. I’ve been traveling to gain power and try to stop the Dark Conquest Dynasty and save my home. I’ve allied with other Riders, and gained their powers. Andrew’s power as Echo is the last one I need to gain, and then I believe I might stand a chance.â€

Jason nodded, “Well, that’s an interesting story,†he said. Ted ran to join him, while Rebecca joined her brother. “One we know.â€

Michael nodded, “More or less, I think he means.â€

“You know about the Dynasty?†Will asked.

“A little,†Andrew said, “Only what Ian has told me.â€

“Ian?†Mina asked as she and James came to join them.

Andrew nodded, “Ian is an old friend. He’s told me about you two…didn’t mention a second man though. But he’s told me what he knew.â€

“Why didn’t you mention it earlier?†Will asked.

“I was waiting until we had a chance to properly talk,†Andrew said. He directed to the others, “Jason is Power Rider Roar, Ted is Slash, Michael is Breeze, and Rebecca is Flutter. And of course, I’m Echo.â€

“Legacy,†Will said again, directing to James, “And he calls himself Ender. Mina’s not a Rider.â€

“We need to talk,†Jason said, “Will, Mina, James, come with us.â€

The three followed them, while Andrew stayed behind.

“What about you?†James asked, “You’re the one Will needs.â€

“I need to check on something in the forest,†Andrew said, “I don’t like it that three spirits appeared like that and left. There are rare occasions when spirits venture out, but those are tied to specific dates. This isn’t one.â€

“Do you want help?†James asked.

Andrew shook his head, “I’ll be fine. Be on your way.â€

James nodded and followed the others.


“It was the Dynasty that transported you,†Will told Ted, “I think they figured you might attack us.â€

“That wasn’t really happening,†Ted said, “I just did a minimal amount and then was back here. I’m not really the type to just rush in and start fighting.â€

“That would be me,†Jason laughed, “Or well, when I was younger.â€

“Guess they grabbed the wrong Rider then,†Will said, “You two look alike.â€

“It’s our secondary color that’s different. That’s about it,†Ted said.

“And what of you two?†James asked Michael and Rebecca as the group sat in a pavilion in the park.

“More or less the same as those two,†Michael said, “Slight differences in coloring.â€

“It makes sense, from a student and teacher standpoint,†she told him.

“It must be weird to have your older brother be your teacher in a matter like this when he’s…what, a year older? Two?â€

“Two,†Michael said.

She shrugged, “It’s weird, but it’s fine. He teaches me a lot, and he acts far older than he is. It’s all an attempt to act wise.â€

“I do act wise! It’s not an attempt!†Michael told her.

James and Rebecca shared a brief laugh.

Mina sighed, “So, has there been anything unordinary here? Most places we visit have something going on, and Will helps the Riders there, we gain their powers, then we move on.â€

“You’re anxious to move,†Jason said.

“This is the last one,†Mina said, “We need to try to save our home.â€

He nodded, “I can understand that. I lost my home when I was young. There was a fire. We moved in with relatives, but it wasn’t the same. We got a new home, but it wasn’t the same. Your travels have no doubt brought you into contact with new friends and new places that you could see yourselves at, but none of it is the same, is it?â€

“It’s not,†Will confirmed.

Jason nodded, “I figured as much.â€

“If nothing else, the appearance of those spirits was unusual,†Ted said, “Just like Andrew said a bit ago.â€

“Then I guess we wait to see what Andrew has to say,†Will said.


As Andrew walked through the woods, he froze. He heard something following him. He rolled as something moved past him, into the bushes.

“I’m not afraid of you, Wild Spirit!†Andrew called.

It leapt out as a dark blur, knocking him into a tree. Andrew groaned and tried to grab for his belt, but couldn’t get it before the blur came again.

A rock struck the darkness, and it retreated into a bush.

Ian came and crouched by Andrew, “You ok?†Ian asked.

“Ian,†Andrew smiled. He directed out, “Defeat it. I’ll be fine.â€

Ian nodded and ran.

[Decade 18. 15:33-15:34]

“Power Ride!†he shouted as he ran and his armor appeared.

[Decade 18. 15:36-15:40]

The monster rolled away and took various punches from Ian. “Get up,†Ian told it.

[Decade 18. 15:42-15:45]

The monster grabbed his arm, but Ian shouted and rammed a series of punches forward. The monster fell back.

[End Decade footage]

Andrew rushed through the woods, “Ian! Look out!â€

Ian turned around as the black blur came at him and slammed into his midsection.

[Decade 18. 15:52-16:00]

Ian hit a tree and the monster was upon him, grabbing him and lifting him up. Ian groaned as he tried to get free.

[End Decade footage]

“This spirit is so powerful,†Andrew muttered, “Physical form, shadow form…what are you?†he shouted.

[Decade 18. 16:05-16:07]

Ian shouted as he tried to break the grip.

[End Decade footage]

“Ian! I’m coming!†Andrew shouted, lifting a red circular object. He lowered it to his waist, “Power Ride!â€

Flames licked around the object and formed his belt. Purple flames began to come up around his body.

[Decade 18. 16:32-16:34]

He threw his arm out, causing the purple flames to vanish.

[Decade 18. 16:35-17:00]

Andrew ran forward and shouted, kicking the monster in the side to knock it away from Ian. Ian fell to the ground.

Andrew shouted as he ran after the monster, grabbing it and getting a few blows in, evading the strikes of the monster.

He tore the center of his belt off and rammed it onto the monster’s chest. He drew his twin drumsticks free from his back and shouted out, “Burning Beat!†He drew the sticks back and began to drive them forward, causing energy to come from the monster.

[Decade 18. 17:01-17:29]

He continued to play until the monster fell back and exploded. His buckle returned.

He panted and dropped a drumstick as he reached for his head, “No…no…no!†he screamed.

Ian watched a little.

[End Decade footage]

Darkness swirled around Echo’s body as he shouted, “No! Ian…Ian, run!â€

“What’s happening?†Ian shouted.

“The spirit…the spirit was too strong!†He threw his head back and let out a scream.

[Decade 18. 17:30-17:32]

He continued to shout.

[Decade 18. 17:34-17:39]

His body began to shudder, and then it changed into a buffalo-type monster.

[End Decade footage]

Andrew’s body was lying on the ground.

[Decade 18. 17:40-17:42]

The monster roared, lowered its head, and ran forward.

[Decade 18. 17:49-17:53]

Ian grabbed the monster’s horns and was being pushed back. He tried to grab it, but was knocked back.

[End Decade footage]


“So, we just have to wait for Andrew to return now,†Will said as he sat around with the others.

“He can’t be too long, can he?†Mina asked.

“It depends on the nature of his search,†Jason said, “It might be brief, it might be some time. But if it takes too long, then we’ll go investigate.â€

“Jason and I will investigate,†Michael corrected, “Ted and Rebecca should remain.â€

“But I want to come!†Ted complained.

“This might get too dangerous,†Jason said, “I’m your teacher, listen to me.â€

“I have no problems with it,†Rebecca said with a small smile.

“So,†James said as he remained sitting next to her, “Your brother uses a trumpet blaster. Do you?â€

“Of course,†she said.

“Then we have something in common,†he said with a smile.

Mina sighed, “James…â€

“Some harmless flirting won’t hurt,†Rebecca told Mina.

“Oh, it’s harmless now, is it?†James joked. She laughed a little.

Will sighed and stood up, “James!â€

“What?†James questioned.

“There has to be something we can do.â€

“There are plenty of things we can do,†James said, “Mind being more specific as to what goal?â€

“To not be wasting time,†Will said.

James hopped to his feet, “We’ll spar,†he said, throwing his arms out, “We’ll show our hosts what we can do. It’ll be nice for them to know, right?â€

Will nodded, “Yeah, can’t argue with that…â€

“I can!†Mina said, “This sounds kind of stupid! You’d be hurting each other for no real reason!â€

“Let them,†Jason said, “It’ll give us an idea of if we can rely on them, if it comes down to that.â€

“What he said,†James said, walking out of the pavilion with Will just behind him. Both wore their belts.

“Power Ride!†both called, flashing their colors and transforming. Their hosts and Mina came out to watch them.

“Just don’t get too carried away,†Michael said.

“We’ll try,†Will replied.

Both threw punches at each other, knocking each other back. They ran at each other.

[Decade 18. 19:32-19:35]

Will punched, but James dodged around him, and evaded a kick, then another.

[Decade 18. 19:48-19:49 (note: edit in lasers)]

James took a knee and fired.

[End Decade footage]

Will shouted as he took hits.

[Decade 18. 19:51-19:55]

James opened his blaster and vanished.

“Invisibleâ€

[Decade 18. 20:08-20:16]

Will pointed, “So, what’s that then?â€

James held up some scrolls in hand, “Just an example to our hosts about my powers.â€

[End Decade footage]

“What are those?†Mina asked Michael.

“Scrolls,†he said, “Each style has a scroll. Jason and I carry them on our person, as does Andrew. They hold knowledge. I’m impressed.â€

“As am I,†Jason said.

“I don’t get it,†Mina told them.

“We never mentioned the scrolls,†Jason said, checking his pocket, “I had mine in here.â€

“So did I,†Michael said, directing to his side pocket.

“He cloaked, slipped them out without us noticing, then returned over there,†Jason said, “All without us ever mentioning their existence.â€

“He’s a good pickpocket,†Mina muttered, “I wouldn’t be amazed by that. I might be horrified instead.â€

“Well, he’s an ally,†Rebecca said, “That’s different. He’s trustworthy.â€

“I think we should jump in,†Jason told Michael.

“Your back going to hold up?†Michael asked.

“My wounds are fine,†Jason said.

“Power Ride!â€

[Decade 18. 20:26-20:31]

Both Riders finished transforming.

“Here’s something to play with,†James said as he loaded a card of Rail.

[Decade 18. 20:38-20:44 (note: edit Final Form Ride into a large blur effect)]

Rail appeared, facing James. He turned around, posing as James loaded a card and let out a flash, causing him to become Pemon.

[Decade 18. 20:45-20:47]

Pemon groaned as he seemed to stretch a bit.

[Decade 18. 20:48-21:09]

“Come on! Why did you have to summon me?†Pemon shouted as he stalked towards James, who pointed to the others.

“Go play with them.â€

“What?†Pemon questioned.

“Demonstrate,†James said.

“I’ll demonstrate my powers then!†Pemon shouted as he pointed and stalked away from James. “Ok!â€

“I thought you might want to play a bit,†James told the two other Riders. He threw his arm out, “I’ll be back.†He moved away.

“Ok then…time to have some fun.†Pemon lifted a sword and shouted as he ran forward.

[End Decade footage]

“Ok, I don’t get this anymore,†Mina said.

“Well, this is a demonstration of their powers,†Rebecca said, “James showed his invisibility, speed and stealth as well as observation. I mean, the scrolls are somewhat visible, but they never mentioned what they were. He figured out that they were important on his own. And now he’s displaying his summoning abilities.â€

“It seems rather complicated for this,†Mina said.

Rebecca shrugged, “Maybe it is, but he’s having fun with it. And I know Jason and Michael are going to enjoy having this chance. They rarely get to fight together anymore.â€

[Decade 18. 21:37-21:40]

The three Riders were among the trees, being held at bay by Pemon’s sword.

[Decade 18. 21:42-22:13]

Pemon kept shouting as he managed to overcome Jason, but took some blows from Michael. He began to shout in pain as he grabbed his face, before hacking away again.

“I’ll show you my strength!†Pemon shouted, then took a blow to the back from the guitar, causing him to shout, “Ow! Cheap shot!†He kicked Jason back.

As Pemon kept fighting, the bull monster tore through the trees. Pemon looked back and ran, but hit a tree and groaned before falling to the ground and vanishing.

The monster roared.

[Decade 18. 22:14-22:16]

The monster continued to roar.

[Decade 18. 22:23-22:36]

“What is that?†Will questioned.

The monster ran at the two others, beating them down. It threw Jason aside.

[End Decade footage]

“What’s going on?†Mina questioned.

“That’s a Wild!†Ted shouted, running alongside Rebecca. Ted wentwn to Jason’s side, “Are you ok?†he asked his teacher.

Jason groaned, “I’ve been better.â€

Rebecca and Mina stopped by him, “What’s a Wild doing here? We’re among trees, but this isn’t part of the forest!â€

[Decade 18. 22:42-22:45]

The monster threw Michael next, sending him flying and rolling.

[Decade 18. 22:52-23:06]

The monster rammed Will in the chest, staggering him. It punched Will back, then rammed him again.

“Ok, let’s do this!†Will shouted, swiping a card.

“Power Ride! Dragon Knight!â€

He transformed and caused a red cape to appear from his sword, which he swung around.

[Decade 18. 23:08-23:10]

The monster roared and prepared to charge.

[End Decade footage]

“Will!†Mina shouted, “This seems like a reckless, foolish plan!â€

[Decade 18. 23:11-23:15]

The monster roared and charged as he swung his sword around, “I know!â€

[End Decade footage]


Ian was supporting Andrew as they came out of the woods, “We’re almost there…,†Ian told his friend.

“That power…that power needs to be stopped…,†Andrew muttered.

“I know,†Ian said, “That spirit is too strong.â€

“Something woke it up…,†Andrew groaned, “There’s something else in the woods…â€

Ian looked back, then worked on ahead with Andrew again, “First thing’s first, the bull…â€

“Whatever’s in there is even more evil and powerful,†Andrew groaned, “We have to be careful.â€

“I know,†Ian said, “And we need the others.â€
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Chapter 20: Combined Melody

[Decade 19. 0:38-0:56]

The monster charged, but Will dodged aside as the last second. It didn’t work long as the monster turned again and bashed him with the horns, sending him flying back and shouting.

Will rolled and drew another card as the monster roared and fell to its knees.

“Strike Ventâ€

He caught the dragon gauntlet on his arm and drew it back. He thrust it forward, unleashing a stream of fire into the monster, but it didn’t stop, it plowed into Will.

[Decade 19. 1:00-1:08]

Will rolled as the monster roared and stumbled, before throwing him over its back.

[Decade 19. 1:09-1:11]

It began to run again.

[Decade 19. 1:17-1:18]

It continued to move forward.

[Decade 19. 1:24-1:27]

It roared and charged.

[End Decade footage]

Will was on the ground, still as Dragon Knight, backing away.

Rebecca and Ted moved forward and held out belts similar to their masters. They thrust both forward and shouted, “Power Ride!â€

“What are you doing?†Michael shouted in his human form.

“You two are injured,†his sister responded, “And someone needs to help Will!â€

“You two aren’t ready to fight something like that!†Jason shouted.

“You trained us,†Ted responded, “That makes us ready.â€

Wind and lightning erupted around the two as they activated their belts.

[Decade 19. 1:37-1:38]

They cast their elements aside as their forms finished.

[Decade 19. 1:43-1:50]

As Ted was pushed back, Rebecca ran for the monster and kicked it. Both tried to restrain it, but it was too strong.

[Decade 19. 1:53-2:05]

Will lifted a card, “I said I wouldn’t use this, but I need his power.â€

He swiped it and transformed into Axe Rail. He stretched out a bit.

[Decade 19. 3:25-3:52]

They ran at each other and collided. Will held him back for a bit, groaning with his exerted strength. Will was thrown and drew a card.

He swiped it and glowed before reaming his arms into the monster’s head, keeping it at bay until he was thrown aside with a shout.

The other two Riders ran past him with their weapons in hand and struck at the monster.

Ted rammed his guitar into the monster while Rebecca inserted her belt piece. Both called their attack names.

“Wind Melody!â€

[Decade 19. 3:53-3:57]

“Lightning Quake!â€

[Decade 19. 3:58-4:07]

They both played their instruments. The monster roared.

[Decade 19. 4:08-4:09]

The monster was thrown back.

[Decade 19. 4:10-4:12]

The monster roared and stumbled away.

[Decade 19. 4:22-4:23]

Will leaned against a tree in his normal form, “They did it…â€

[End Decade footage]

The students returned to their teachers in their human forms.

“You two did it…,†Michael said.

“I’m proud of you, Ted,†Jason said, putting a hand on his student’s shoulder. He looked at Rebecca, “You too, of course.â€

She nodded.

“Just what was that thing though?†Ted questioned, “It was like no Wild I’ve ever seen.â€

“I think Andrew can answer that,†Ian said, helping Andrew at his side.

“Ian?†Mina questioned.

Ian nodded, “Been a while.†He helped Andrew to stand on his own, who then walked to his comrades.

“I encountered a powerful Wild Spirit,†Andrew said, “It was switching between a physical form, and a shadow form. I destroyed it after it attacked Ian, but…but something happened. It possessed me and birthed that Wild from my powers.†He held up his belt buckle, “I think it’s feeding on my power, on Echo’s power.â€

“So, what do we do then?†Michael asked, “If it’s part of you, then what happens if we destroy it?â€

“I don’t know,†Andrew admitted, “It might damage my power, it might do nothing. I don’t know.â€

“What would you have us do?†Jason asked.

“Destroy it,†Andrew said with no hesitation.

“You have no student,†Jason said.

“I know,†Andrew said, “But I have faith that everything will turn out.â€


At night the group sat around a fire. Ian remained with them.

“I don’t know what I can do in the battle with that beast,†Ian said, “I can’t purify it with Legend’s power. Something like that needs purification, after all.â€

Andrew nodded, “If it weakens me, hopefully purifying it can restore all of my power.†He looked at his belt buckle, which he held before himself.

“Do you want to try to transform?†Will asked. “You know, test it?â€

Andrew shook his head, “No. Not unless I absolutely have to. I don’t want to risk something going wrong.â€

“I understand that,†Mina said, “But still, what if you need it?â€

“We’re here in case something happens,†Jason said, “Sure, Michael and I may be wounded from various fights, but our students can apparently handle themselves.â€

“You taught us well,†Ted said.

“And if nothing else, my summons aren’t real,†James said, “Well, Pemon was. Anyway, I might be able to summon one of you guys, or a copy, I guess.†He shrugged, “I never tried to summon a duplicate of someone who was already around.â€

“James and I can fight and hold it at bay until it can be purified,†Will said.

“Ted and I already hit it with our purifications,†Rebecca said, “It fled.â€

“So, what do you think that means?†James asked.

“I don’t know,†she said.

“I don’t think any of us do,†Andrew said, “We’ve never encountered anything like this, after all.â€

Will stared into the fire, “I wonder if this is what I have to help you guys overcome in order to gain Echo’s power.†He looked up, “Andrew. If we fight together, I’m sure we can win. That’s how it’s always worked before.â€

Andrew nodded and looked warily at his belt, “Ok…when the time comes, we’ll try it.â€


James, Rebecca, and Michael moved through the forest.

Meanwhile, Ted, Jason and Ian moved through another.

Andrew, Will and Mina moved together as well.

“What if we find it?†Will asked Andrew, “You don’t want to transform, and I can’t purify it.â€

“I’ll transform if this is the case,†Andrew said, “It needs to be purified, after all.â€

Mina reached out and touched Andrew’s shoulder, “Maybe I can help?â€

“Do you think your powers will work on me?†Andrew asked, “They didn’t work on the Wild Spirits.â€

“I might be able to feel the power you have within you,†she said, “That’s my idea.â€

“There’s a stream up ahead,†Andrew said, “We’ll stop there, and then you can do what you want.â€

She nodded, “Ok.â€

The group moved and came out at the stream. Andrew sat down and Mina crouched at his side, putting her hand on his head and closing her eyes.

“I feel power inside of you,†she said softly, “I imagine that’s Echo’s power.â€

He held the buckle in his hand, “And this? Do you feel power in this?â€

She touched it with her other hand, “Yes. The power resonates when you touch the buckle.†She opened her eyes, “I think you’re fine, Andrew.â€

“I hope so.â€

Will sat down beside him, “Andrew, how did you come to be a part of this?†Will asked. “You said you were well organized and stuff, that’s how you were able to take control over this park for people’s safety. I mean, what’s your story?â€

“My story?†Andrew asked, “I was born and raised in this area. As a kid I loved this place, I loved exploring the woods and this entire beautiful place. My parents often lost track of me because I kept sneaking off to come here.

“Of course, I knew that I was only allowed to go at certain times. I listened to the people here, the Riders of the past. I knew to respect my elders. I didn’t know why I was only allowed to go in sometimes, but I listened.

“Well, one day I was angry with my parents and ran off into these woods. I knew I wasn’t supposed to be here at that time, but I didn’t care. Well, I got lost. I knew these woods so well. I knew the trails, I knew the landmarks, but I couldn’t find anything. It was like I kept going in a circle and I couldn’t get out.

“Well, I saw the crimson eyes of a giant spider. Well, not giant. It was about the size of a horse.â€

“Giant compared to a normal spider,†Mina said.

He nodded, “Exactly. It came for me, and I ran, but I kept finding myself back at the spider. It was doing something, and it wanted to eat me. I couldn’t get away, and then someone came and attacked the spider.

“His armor is like mine, but it was white and purple. He was the man who would become my teacher. He made me want to protect others, and to protect the sanctity of this forest. I became his student in drum style and became Echo when I was eighteen. I fought alongside my mentor for a while, but he retired a few years ago.

“I took over, and now I’m the sole drum style Rider in this forest. It’s my duty to eventually take up a student and pass the style on, but not yet. I’m waiting for the right person to come along.â€

“Someone like you?†Will asked.

Andrew smiled and nodded, “Yeah. Someone like me. Someone who truly loves this place, someone who might be a mischievous child who I can help mold into something better.â€

“Good luck,†Will told him, “I’m sure you’d be a great teacher.â€

Andrew smiled, “I’d like to think that.â€


James and Rebecca were talking while Michael led on.

“So, you’re really observant, aren’t you?†she asked James

He nodded, “Very. It’s how I get by. I was at Golden Grove after all, and intelligence is only part of that.â€

Michael stopped and turned back, “You still have my scroll.â€

He held it up, “I do. I also have Jason’s, and at the fire I swiped Andrew’s.†He pulled the other two scrolls out.

“Why would you do that?†Michael questioned.

He shrugged, “I got bored.â€

“You steal when you’re bored?†Michael questioned.

“No, I play games,†he said, “Besides; I wanted to see if I could do it without being noticed. I aim to impress.â€

“Probably not the best way to impress Michael,†Rebecca told James.

James shrugged, “I’d like to say they make for interesting reading, but I can’t read Japanese.â€

“Some of our power and themes are based on ancient Japanese, primarily mythology,†Michael said, “The scrolls being in Japanese are a part of that.â€

“Can any of you read them?†James asked.

“My master taught me what they say,†he said, “I can read those, but that’s it. Give me anything else in Japanese and I’d be lost.â€

“So, what does it say then?†James questioned.

“It’s symbolic of one of three,†he told James.

“Meaning?â€

“As I’ve told my sister, you’ll need to figure it out,†Michael said.

“Did you?†James asked Rebecca.

“No,†she said, “Well, somewhat.â€

“What does that mean?†he asked.

“It means that nobody knows exactly what it means,†Michael said, “We all have our own assumptions, but if any of them are right, who knows?â€

James nodded and pocketed the three scrolls.

“You giving those back?†Michael asked.

“I’ll hold onto them for now,†he said.


As the trio remained sitting there, they heard a roar. Everyone rose to their feet and turned.

[Decade 19. 13:00-13:02]

There was an eruption of purple fire and then the monster stood there.

[End Decade footage]

Andrew moved forward with Will.

[Decade 19. 13:14-13:19]

“You are a part of me,†Andrew said as the beast growled, “I will purify you and restore order!†The monster threw its head back and roared while Andrew spoke.

[End Decade footage]

“Andrew, Mina, get back,†Will said, “I’ll fight it and try to weaken it. Andrew, purify it when it’s weak.â€

Andrew nodded and grabbed Mina, pulling her away.

“Power Ride!†Will shouted, slashing his card through his belt. He closed it.

Magenta light and barcodes flew around his body.

[Decade 19. 13:26-13:28]

His armor completed.

[End Decade footage]

Mina and Andrew retreated into the woods and turned back to watch.

[Decade 19. 13:32-13:33]

Will grabbed the monster and struggled with it, shouting with exertion.

[Decade 19. 13:50-13:59]

The monster plowed Will through the woods until he broke free and tried to strike it, but was overpowered and knocked away.

[End Decade footage]

Andrew ran from Mina and drew his belt out. He crouched down and picked up a rock, throwing it. He heard the beast growl.

[Decade 19. 14:07-14:09]

Will turned, “Andrew! What are you doing?â€

[End Decade footage]

“Giving you an opening! Go!â€

Will turned and fired a few shots with his blaster, then holstered it and ran forward.

[Decade 19. 14:12-14:17]

The beast had fallen, but was getting up. Will struck it back and continued to kick it.

[Decade 19. 14:32-14:34]

They continued to strike each other and shout.

[Decade 19. 14:40-14:43]

The beast tried to ram Will and knocked him back.

[Decade 19. 15:03-15:09]

The monster knocked will back and then turned.

“Run you two!†Will shouted, pointing.

[End Decade footage]

Mina looked at Andrew, “We should go.â€

“No…,†Andrew said, “I won’t run, not from a beast born of my own powers!â€

A cyan light flashed through the trees as Ender leapt out, shouting as he fired.

[Decade 19. 15:28-15:31 (note: edit in lasers)]

The beast was knocked back by Ender’s shots.

[End Decade footage]

“Andrew! If you’re going to fight, then fight!†James told him, lifting his blaster to his shoulder, “The others are on their way. If you want to destroy your corrupted powers, then I’d recommend you hurry. The others won’t hesitate to fight, but don’t you want to be the one to save your power?â€

Andrew looked at his belt and back at James, “This is my responsibility,†he said, stepping forward, “Not anyone else’s. James, please, stay back.†He thrust his belt forward, “And keep the others from interfering. I will reclaim my powers myself!â€

“Good,†James said, backing away a bit alongside Mina.

“Power Ride!â€

Flames erupted around his waist as he slammed his buckle down. The belt formed.

[Decade 19. 16:03-16:09]

Purple fire erupted around his body. He threw his arm out, casting it away.

[Decade 19. 16:10-17:40]

The beast roared and ran.

Andrew stood in front of James and clenched his fist, “Here I go…†He ran forward.

He grabbed the beast and punched it multiple times until it fell. It came back up and growled.

“I’ll purify you,†Andrew told the beast. “I’ll make you mine again, and purge that dark spirit!â€

The beast threw its arms out and growled, then ran forward. It crashed into Andrew, who tried to hold on, but fell.

It charged again, glancing Andrew, then crashed into him with the next attack.

Will ran in and kicked the monster, while James ran from behind and tried to grab it.

James threw it back and both men drew cards and loaded them.

“Blast Attackâ€

Both fired a series of rapid blasts, knocking the beast back.

“Andrew!†Will said, “Now’s your chance! You can purify the beast and restore your powers to full!â€

The beast began to rise and growl.

“I’ll use my power and defeat it!†Andrew shouted, drawing his drumsticks and then ran forward. The two clashed until the beast fell.

Andrew rammed his buckle into the beast’s chest and drew his sticks back.

“Burning Beat!â€

He began to drum on the monster, unleashing his purifying beat.

[Decade 19. 17:42-17:49]

The beast growled as the play continued. Its face began to glow.

[Decade 19. 17:52-17:54]

Andrew drew back and shouted, but stopped.

[Decade 19. 18:10-18:30]

“The end!†Andrew called, finishing it. “Purify…,†Andrew said softly.

The other two Riders watched as the spirit exploded.

“Got him…,†Andrew said, then the ground exploded and a giant crab monster rose. The Riders stumbled back, shouting.

[Decade 19. 18:36-18:41]

The crab moved quickly, smashing the three aside with a claw.

[End Decade footage]

“What is that thing?†Mina questioned as she moved behind a tree.

“It’s a dark spirit,†Ted said as the other Riders approached, “Something ancient and powerful.â€

“Andrew believed there was something else hiding in these forests,†Jason said, “I would assume this is it.â€

“We need to fight,†Rebecca said.

Michael nodded, “This may take us all.â€

Rebecca and Ted ran forward, away from their teachers, throwing their belts down, “Power Ride!â€

[Decade 19. 18:47-19:08]

They ran out of the lightning and wind as the Riders tried to shoot the monster. Rebecca joined the shooting while they tried to help Andrew up.

James held the scrolls up, “I’ve got it,†he said.

“What?†Will questioned.

“The meaning behind the scrolls,†he said, tossing them up. He shot them.

The crab continued to attack as pieces of the scrolls fell, showing three emblems and some Japanese kanji.

[End Decade footage]

Jason smiled, “Some good finally came from those scrolls.â€

Michael nodded, “All this time it felt like a worthless piece of paper I had to carry around and then assume a meaning towards. Glad he destroyed it.â€

“What does it mean?†Mina asked.

“Unity,†Jason said. “Each one is one of three, and whether he’s right or not, he’s found a meaning. A combined melody of three.â€

“Right or not, I like it,†Michael said.

[Decade 19. 19:11-19:54]

“The three melodies should combine to purify the greatest darkness,†Andrew told Will.

“Got it,†Will said, opening his book. He looked at the three cards as detail came to them. “Fantastic,†he said, swiping one.

As the crab attacked, Will touched Andrew’s back, “Go and fight!â€

He shifted into a giant bird-like creature and flew into the crab while the other Riders attacked it.

Andrew dropped the monster onto its back, leaving it stuck on the ground, legs in the air.

Will slotted another card. Andrew fell, becoming a giant buckle which imbedded itself in the monster’s underbelly.

Will leapt onto it, holding drumsticks in hand. He began to beat as the crab let out a screech.

[Decade 19. 19:56-20:05 (note: yes. Keep the song, as long as there’s no legal issues)]

James shot, taking down a claw.

Ted leapt on, impaling a limb with his guitar. He began to play.

[Decade 19. 20:08-20:15 note: cut out brief shot of Decade with the different background, around 20:11)]

Rebecca shot red stones into the monster and began to play.

[Decade 19. 20:18-20:21]

The three continued to play.

[Decade 19. 20:22-20:25]

James flipped two blue drumsticks up and an energy icon appeared in front of him. He swung.

[Decade 19. 20:26-20:30]

As he beat it, energy flew forward with the other melodies.

[End Decade footage]

“They’re not doing it,†Jason muttered.

“Then let’s add to the melody,†Michael said, lifting his buckle.

Jason smiled and lifted his, “Yeah. Let’s go!â€

Both ran forward, shouting, “Power Ride!†They transformed as they ran, but wore no helmets.

[Decade 19. 20:38-20:43 (note: add some blur to Jason’s face if need be)]

Jason helped from a distance, while Michael was near his student, also helping from a distance. They continued to play.

[Decade 19. 20:52-20:54]

The team continued to play.

[Decade 19. 20:59-21:11]

They continued and then Will rose both sticks and beat down, destroying the monster.

He and Andrew landed next to each other. The Riders stood together.

[End Decade footage]


Will held up Echo’s cards, “Our journey is over,†he said, looking at Andrew, “Thank you.â€

“No, thank you,†he said, “You helped destroy the dark spirit, and also helped us purge the evil from this forest. For that, you have our thanks.â€

“Does that mean that the Wild Spirits will remain docile?†Mina asked.

Andrew shook his head, “No. That crab spirit was powerful, and no doubt tied to the dark spirit that got me. If anything, it prompted spirits to act when they shouldn’t have, such as those cat spirits. Now things should be normal.â€

“Well, not normal,†Michael said, putting a hand on his sister’s shoulder, “Our students have more than proven themselves.â€

Jason nodded, “Yes they have. Things will need to change with them.â€

“Will you seek a student?†James asked Andrew.

The man shook his head, “No. At least not for now. That spirit corrupted my powers, but that means something was inside of me to begin with. I need to learn more, and find peace with it. Only then will I feel comfortable with a student.â€

“Knowing you, you’re not finding a student anytime soon then,†Ian commented.

“I could always train you,†Andrew told him.

Ian shook his head and smiled, “I’m afraid that would make me far too powerful then.â€

Will looked at Ian, then shook his head a little as he screwed his eyes shut. He put the cards away and shook Andrew’s hand, “Thank you for everything,†he told Andrew.

Andrew smiled, “Good luck. I will always be willing to help you.â€

Will nodded. He and Mina began to walk off, while James stood with Rebecca, “Well, I’ll see you again. Someday,†he told her.

She nodded, “I look forward to it.â€

James smiled and left her, heading off with the other two.

“Now what?†Mina asked Will.

“We’re going home,†he said, “We’re going to reclaim our home.âœSo, the Legacy System is complete,†Apollo hissed as the man walked through a dark room. He held his helmet in hand and drew it up to look at it, “Well then, I guess things must be done.â€

“Do you believe that Legacy is a threat?†another man asked.

Apollo shook his head, “No. Of course not. But still, we must stop him. He has power, he has allies. The allies are what I fear most.â€

“Then shall I see to the Shadow Project?†the man asked.

Apollo nodded, “Deploy the Shadow Project. Crush Legacy and make him regret ever opposing the Dynasty!â€

The man stepped forward. He was older and dressed in a black business suit with black shirt and white tie. He snapped his fingers and four more people came forward.

Drake.

Ryan.

Rob.

Tyler.

All of them were dressed in black. All of their eyes flashed crimson for a brief moment.

“The Shadow Project,†the man said, moving to stand at their side. His eyes flashed red as well, “We’re all here.â€

“Good,†Apollo said, “Crush those three and make them regret standing against us.â€
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Chapter 21: All Riders Combine

“After it!†Will shouted as he and James rounded a corner, running, belts in hand.

“Why isn’t it standing to fight?†James muttered, “Why does it run?â€

“It’s a trap,†Will said.

“Well, of course,†James said, slowing and stopping as he put his belt on, “And it expects us to be without our armor when the trap is sprung.â€

Will stopped and looked back as cyan light flashed around. James walked forward in his armor and lifted his blaster, opening fire.

Will and James watched as the monster took the shots to the back and fell, exploding.

“That solves that,†James said, undoing his transformation.

Will nodded and clasped James on the shoulder, “Good shot.â€

“It’s the only type of shot I give,†James said.

“We should get back on the road,†Will said, “Harper’s Coast is still a few days away.â€

James nodded, “I don’t like this, though.â€

“What?â€

“The monster just appeared and distracted us. It ran into the road, goaded us into a chase, and then goes down this easily.â€

“You think this is part of the trap?†Will asked.

“No. I’m thinking there was no real trap. I think the monster just wants us in this town.â€

“And why would it do that?†Will asked.

James shrugged, “I say we stick around and find out. If the Dynasty wants something here, then let’s put a stop to it.â€

Will nodded, “I’ll go tell Mina.â€


Will walked towards the motorcycle. He rounded the corner and heard Mina talking and laughing with someone. Will hurried over, seeing a man in a black suit standing there, talking to Mina.

“Drake?†Will questioned.

Drake looked up and gave Will a smile, “Yeah. Been a while, hasn’t it?â€

“It has,†Will said, “How are things at Rose Valley?â€

“Orderly,†he said, “We restored order. I must thank you for that.â€

“Are Glasswalkers still abandoning you for the Dynasty?†Will asked.

“No longer,†Drake said, “I’ve…become far stricter to ensure it doesn’t happen.â€

“And they obey?†Will asked.

“I’m their King. I’ve fully embraced that role,†he told Will.

“How’s that working for you?†Will asked.

“Better than ever before,†Drake said. He looked back at Mina, “So, why are you two here anyway?â€

“We’re on our way back home,†Mina said, “But a monster was sighted and Will ran off after it.â€

“James ran first,†Will said.

“Of course,†Drake said.

“What’s that mean?†Mina asked.

“It’s what I expect of him,†Drake responded.

“You never met him,†Will said, “We met him later.â€

“I’m not in this city on my own,†Drake said, “Ryan told me about him. As did Tyler.â€

“They’re here too?†Will asked.

“As is Rob,†Drake said, “The four of us.â€

“Why?†Mina asked, “Where are we, for that matter?â€

“This is Ken’s Bluff,†Drake said, “There’s a bluff a few miles east, it’s beautiful when the sun sets.â€

“I can’t see you being here for romance,†Will said.

“Far from it,†he responded, “The four of us are here on a mission.â€

“What sort of mission?†Will asked.

Drake held his hand out, “Please, walk with me. We could use your help.â€

“I’ll find James,†Mina said, walking the other way as Drake and Will walked on.

“Do you think James will be willing to help?†Drake asked.

“I’m sure,†Will said, “Especially if he gets to attack the Dynasty. Now, what is it?â€

“The Dynasty has a very important person located here,†Drake said, “If we can stop him, we can affect their plans drastically.â€

“What do you mean by ‘stop him’?†Will asked, “Is he a human? A monster?â€

“We’re going to destroy him,†Drake said, “He’s an enemy Power Rider, and a very dangerous one.â€

“That’s why there’s four of you here?†Will asked.

Drake nodded, “Yes. And there may be backup, we aren’t certain, but we know that together we’ll be enough to destroy him.â€

“Who is he?†Will asked, “I’ve seen various enemy Power Riders in my travels.â€

“You’ve met this one,†Drake said, stopping.

Will turned around to face him, “Who, then?â€

“You.â€

Drake threw his hand up, grabbing a red bat that flew to him. A belt appeared around his waist, so he thrust the bat towards it.

“Power Ride!â€

[Decade 20. 19:48-19:52]

In a glass-like effect, his armor appeared in a shattering form. It wasn’t Fang, it was red and black, with glowing green eyes, and carried more regality to it.

He drew his cape up and cast it back.

[End Decade footage]

Will had his belt in hand, “Ok, I get it. The Dynasty managed to brainwash you or something. I’ll free you, Drake!â€

He looked behind Drake, seeing the figures of Ryan, Rob and Tyler walking towards the two of them.

“Not them too…â€

“Us too,†Rob said, lifting a black Advent Deck.

“We’re going to crush you,†Ryan said, lifting a black beetle.

“This is it,†Tyler told him, lifting a black and gold phone.

“Power Ride!†the three shouted.

[Decade 20. 20:03-20:04]

Rob stood as a black version of Dragon Knight; Onyx, a Rider Will had encountered before.

Ryan stood as a black armored Beet, but with yellow eyes and a dark yellow chest.

Tyler’s armor was completely different, with a tailcoat, gold lining, and red details on his black body.

[End Decade footage]

Drake threw his arms out, “Prepare to be destroyed, Will.â€

“What are you four?†Will demanded as he loaded his belt onto his waist.

“Power Rider Count,†Drake said.

“Power Rider Onyx,†Rob said.

“Power Rider Shadow Beet,†Ryan said.

“Power Rider Omega,†Tyler said.

“I’ll destroy those belts and bring all of you back!†Will shouted, “I’ve fought with each of you, by your sides, and we’ve won battles. We’ve become friends, we’ve become allies…I won’t see you be used by the Dynasty!â€

He lifted his card, “Power Ride!†he shouted, slashing it through his belt.

Magenta light shone around him as the card-like projections appeared and came to him.

[Decade 20. 20:15-20:37]

His armor appeared and took color.

Drake drew his arm up, “It’ll do you no good.â€

Will fought all of them, turning between opponents from time to time.

“This isn’t going to be easy,†Will muttered as they stood around him. Ryan rushed him again, followed by the others, while Drake kept back.

Will fought all of them, moving around until Drake fought back, grabbing Will.

“This is too easy!†Drake shouted as Will stumbled back a bit.

He dodged the next blow, “James!â€

[End Decade footage]

James and Mina were running over, James already had his belt on and card in hand.

“Keep back, Mina,†James said, “Power Ride!â€

Mina moved back, “Why is this happening?†she muttered.

[Decade 20. 20:54-22:44]

As the Ender armor took color, he lifted his blaster and fired, striking Omega and Onyx in the back. He leapt into the fight and fought those two.

Will continued to fight Ryan and used his sword. The two Riders kept switching opponents while Drake mostly stayed out, throwing in the occasional blow at Will.

James sped up, striking Ryan and Rob a few times while Will fought the other two, taking a slash into Tyler before being slashed by Tyler. Their blades were locked as Drake made his move, kicking Will back.

Will rolled and drew a card, looking at all of them he had. He chose Dragon Knight and slotted it.

“Power Ride! Dragon Knight!â€

His armor changed as he slashed at Onyx, forcing him back. The two shouted and parried until Will was attacked by Drake as well.

Will took Rob down and focused on the other Rider.

“Do you think changing forms will help you? You’re done for, either way.â€

Will shouted and attacked Drake, who dodged. And returned some blows, knocking Will back.

James focused on the other three, using his speed to get the better of them.

Will and Drake shouted and punched each other, knocking each other back. Will returned to Legacy form.

“This is it!†Drake shouted, throwing his arms out.

“Agreed,†Will said, holding up a card. He swiped it.

“Legacy Kickâ€

The cards appeared as Will leapt up and kicked through them, but the cards turned black, and soon, Will fell to the ground, all of his cards falling around him, losing their images.

“Bye for now,†Drake said, walking away.

Will came up a bit and watched as the cards became blank.

He picked them up, “No…†His armor grayed.

[End Decade footage]

Will returned to normal form.

James and Mina ran over, with James in his human form.

“Will!†they called.

He held up the blank cards, “They’re…they’re gone…â€

James and Mina both picked one up, “How could Drake do this? What sort of power was he given?†James hissed.

“I…I don’t feel anything from these,†Mina said, “I could feel power in the past, but now…now it’s nothing…â€

Will shouted and slammed his fist into the ground.


“You were supposed to destroy him,†the Dynasty man told Drake.

“I thought this was better,†Drake told him, “Let him wallow in defeat and despair. If I’d destroyed him and taken the belt, there was always the potential for someone to get their hands on it again. We couldn’t have that, now could we? This way, the belt is worthless.â€

“How did you even gain power like that?†the man questioned, “It wasn’t from Apollo, nor myself.â€

Drake smiled, “You’d be surprised what Count can do. All of that raw power, all of the power of the Glasswalkers…†His face flashed stained glass briefly.

“You were made as a clone of a human,†the man hissed, “How did you gain Glasswalker powers?â€

“I found a way,†Drake laughed.

The man lifted a deck, “Don’t make me discipline you. You are my creation! You are part of my work for the Dynasty!â€

Drake laughed, “I know, I know. But it worked out; Will Scheffer is useless now, that was the plan all along.â€

“The other Rider is still there,†the man said.

“Ender is useless,†Tyler said, “Will was the threat because of his cards, because of his training. Yes, James is formidable, but he lacks the powers to transform like that.â€

“Should you want him destroyed, we’ll see to it,†Ryan said.

“Along with the psychic girl,†Rob said, “Or is she more useful captured?â€

“Capture her,†he told Rob, “Her powers may be of great use to us, especially with the Armlets…â€


“What do we do then?†Mina asked as the three sat at a picnic table in the park.

“I don’t know,†Will said, looking at the blank cards, “I can’t transform anymore…â€

“Then I’ll do the fighting,†James said, “I can summon my Rider clones. We’ll defeat those four.â€

“You were doing well on your own,†Mina told him.

“You didn’t fight Drake,†Will said, “He corrupted my cards. Imagine what he can do to you.â€

“The same, I imagine,†James said, “But I’m faster. I’ll put him down before he gets the chance.â€

“But if we lose you, then what?†Mina asked.

“Then we’re out of luck, unless we can call another Rider in to help.â€

Will threw his belt aside. The other two looked at him.

“It’s not going to work,†he hissed, “James can’t defeat the Dynasty on his own. I need to help; I need to fight at his side. I went on this journey to become stronger, and I have. I’ve trained, I’ve grown, I’ve gained the powers of the other Riders! He can’t do this alone!â€

“I might have to,†James said, “Until we can restore your cards, somehow.â€

“We can’t restore them,†Will told him, “Mina already said there’s no power in them. They’re just cards now, worthless cards…â€

“You don’t get like this,†Mina told Will.

“I’ve never been so defeated like this before,†Will told her.

“You won’t quit now,†she told him, “You’ll fight, and you’ll keep fighting.â€

“I have nothing I can fight with!†he told her.

“We’ll find a way,†she said, “We always find a way.â€

“Every other time we’ve found a way, it’s been because there have been other Riders to help us. We’ve never been this lost…â€

“Let me be the Rider who helps you here,†James said.

“What?†Will asked.

“I’ll help you. I’ll find the way.â€

“I don’t think you can,†Will told him.

“I’ll always find a way,†James told him, putting his hand on Will’s shoulder. He got up from his seat, “Now, just believe in me, like you’ve believed in the other Riders. Put your trust in me, and I’ll return it with something good.â€

James walked away, then hurried and started to run.

“Where do you think he’s going?†Will asked Mina.

“I couldn’t even guess,†she said softly.

“You don’t think he’s going after those Riders?†Will asked.

She shook her head, “No. I don’t think he’s that foolish…â€


James snuck around a corner and then hid just behind another wall. He glanced up the staircase, but there was nobody, so he hurried up. He exited on the next floor and crouched down under a window. He took a quick glance inside, and then rose to his feet and opened the door.

The man turned to him, picking something up from the table, “James Anders…â€

“Oh, you know me,†James said, “That’s wonderful, because I know you too.â€

“You do?†the man questioned.

“You’re a man whose experiments helped ruined my city,†James said, walking towards him, “It’s because of people like you that I’m on this mission to destroy the Dynasty. I should thank you for spurring me on to do something. But that’s not why I’m here.â€

“You’re here for the Legacy Belt,†the man said.

James nodded, “I have to say, I’m not surprised to see you behind this. What’s your name, anyway? I’ve never known, and I need a name to attach to your face.â€

“Doctor Herbert Newman,†he responded.

“Doctor Newman,†James said, “Well, tell me, how do I fix Will’s belt?â€

“You don’t,†Newman responded, lifting a deck.

“You’re a Rider too?†James questioned.

“Yes.â€

“And did you create those powers for those four? Steal them from others? Or…?â€

“They’re clones, but their powers are stolen,†Newman said, “This is the pinnacle of my science!â€

James lifted his belt, “Well, I’m going to take you down, then I’m going to take down the pinnacle.â€

“Let me ask you something,†Newman said, “How did you find me?â€

“I figured city hall was a good place to start,†James said, “When I saw nobody around inside, I figured that was strange. And then I see you up here, and it confirms things for me.â€

“Ah,†Newman said, “Well, now we know for next time.â€

The door opened behind the two of them and Drake stepped inside.

“Drake, help me destroy this man,†Newman said.

“Very well…†He lifted his hand, taking the red bat. “Power Ride!†He slammed it into his belt and transformed in a shattered glass-like flash.

“Power Ride,†Newman said, sliding the deck into his belt. He appeared in a black armored form with a silver gauntlet on his arm.

“My turn then,†James said as he lifted his card, “Power…â€

“No,†Drake said, moving past James and grabbing Newman. He pulled, Newman shouted as he was dragged.

[Decade 21. 9:28-9:37]

Newman shouted and rolled as Drake walked after him outside.

“I created you!†Newman shouted, punching, but Drake blocked him and struck him a few times.

Newman shouted and attacked again, but Drake punched him. “You’re done, Doctor,†Drake said, punching him once more.

[End Decade footage]

Newman fell to the ground, his belt and deck lying at his side as Power Rider Count stood over him. He crouched, “Now, what were you saying about me being a Glasswalker?†He removed the bat from his belt and reached over towards Newman’s neck. The bat bit him and Newman let out a cry. Stained glass markings appeared on his face, then faded.

Drake rose to his feet, “Now you’re one of my subjects. Obey your King.†He walked past, leaving Newman lying there.

Shortly after, James ran over and crouched at Newman’s side, “You lost control,†he told Newman, “Now, how do I help Will?â€

Newman groaned and drew something out of his lab coat, passing it to James, “With this…â€

James looked at the small device, “What is it?â€

He looked back, but Newman and his gear were gone.


“You’re not the type to give up,†Mina told Will.

“I know, but I can’t do anything,†Will told her, “I fought because I had the power to fight. I had the power to protect people, and I couldn’t stomach watching the Dynasty enslave or hurt anyone else! I had the power to stop it. But now? Now I’m just a man, and I can’t do anything.â€

“You’re anything but,†Mina told him, “You’re not just a man. You’re a Power Rider, a warrior. A hero.â€

“I was,†Will said, “I can only be a hero with the armor.â€

“What would the other Riders say if they heard you saying that?†she questioned.

“They’d probably understand,†he said, “They’d probably feel the same way.â€

“I don’t think so,†she said, “I think they’d tell you never to give up hope.â€

“Hope is something that’s hard to come by,†he said, “I lost my hope when we lost our home. It’s waiting to be reclaimed, but I don’t have the ability to reclaim it anymore.â€

“You can still make a difference,†she told him, “Together, the three of us can do it. Let James and I be your hope. We’ll find a way to help you.â€

“I’ve found a way,†James said as he approached the two of them, holding the device in hand.

“What is that?†Mina asked.

“I don’t know,†he responded, “The guy behind this cloning project had it. Drake defeated him and he gave it to me. I think he wants us to stop his clones.â€

“You can fight again with this!†Mina told Will.

Will looked at it and pushed James’ hand away, “No.â€

“What?†James questioned.

“No,†Will repeated, “I don’t need it.â€

“You can fight again with it!†James told him.

“Maybe I’m not meant to fight. Maybe this is as far as my journey is meant to take me.â€

“Stop talking like that,†James told him, “You have to keep going! We all do! You have your home to save, and I have mine. We have to keep going!â€

Mina walked over to where Will had thrown his belt and picked it back up. She walked towards him and held it out, “Please, Will…â€

Will looked at his belt, and then at the device.

“You’re not getting an option,†the voice of Tyler told him.

Will turned and the other two looked behind him to see Tyler walking forward, “I’m going to enjoy this…â€

James stepped forward and loaded his belt onto his waist, “Run.â€

Mina grabbed Will and pulled him with her.

“I don’t care about you!†Tyler shouted, running forward. He kicked James back and grabbed him, throwing him into a tree. He broke into a run after Will and Mina.

As the two kept running they came into a construction zone. Drake stood ahead of them, throwing his arms to the side, “Welcome!â€

The two stopped, “Drake…,†Will muttered.

“I’m shocked you call me that,†he told Will, “I mean, I am just a clone. Or am I? Will I be if I destroy the original? Then I’ll be the true King!â€

Will walked towards him, “Drake wasn’t necessarily a good person when I met him, but he became better. He became a good man, and someone who cared for his people. You’re an insult to his name!â€

“Soon to be my own name,†Drake said.

Will stood a little in front of Drake, “All of you are nothing but imitations of parts of these people that don’t exist. They have no evil intentions, they have no darkness.â€

“Are you saying that you have no darkness then?†Drake asked, “That Riders are incapable of having darkness? What about the Riders you fought who are in the employ of the Dynasty?â€

“They aren’t true Riders then,†Will said.

“And what about you?†Drake asked.

“I’m a true Rider.â€

“Then why not take the device?â€

“Maybe I will now,†Will said.

He turned and walked away from Drake, who held his hand out, “I can’t let you regain your powers. I was content just letting you go, but if you’re trying to regain them, then I’ll destroy you.â€

Will stopped and turned as Drake walked forward.

“Power Ride.â€

He transformed into Count and ran for Will, throwing two quick punches. Will narrowly avoided them and kicked Count back.

“I’ll stop you,†Will told him.

“No. No you won’t!†Drake shouted, throwing a punch, but Will rolled to avoid it. He got up and punched Drake in the chest, knocking him back. “Your resolve isn’t enough…â€

“It may not be,†Will said, “But I’ll still find a way to stop you.â€

“Will!†James shouted. He came to a stop and loaded his belt. In one hand he held the device, “I’ll hold him back!†He swiped his card, “Power Ride!â€

[Decade 21. 17:11-17:12]

His armor and color formed.

[End Decade footage]

Rob, Ryan and Tyler ran and stopped.

“Power Ride!â€

They each did their belt motion.

From another side came the Doctor, without his coat. Stained glass images were on his face.

“Power Ride…â€

He transformed as well, but remained back.

[Decade 21. 17:23-17:28]

Their armors formed.

“Destroy them all,†Drake said.

The thee Riders ran forward, shouting.

[Decade 21. 17:29-17:34]

James shouted and set to avoiding their attacks.

[Decade 21. 17:38-17:40]

James continued to evade until a kick knocked the device from his hand.

“Will!â€

[End Decade footage]

As Count made a move for the device on the ground, Mina threw her hand forward, “No!†she shouted.

As soon as Count neared it, he hit an invisible wall and stumbled back. He shouted and punched the wall, but nothing happened.

Will ran and rolled, picking it up.

[Decade 21. 17:46-17:54]

Drake held his arms out, “You can join us, Will! Use that power and rule with us.†He clasped his hands and separated them again, “After all, the four of us aren’t with the Dynasty anymore.†He began to approach.

[End Decade footage]

“I refuse,†Will said, “Dynasty or not, you’re evil. I won’t join with you people! I’ll continue on our journey, I’ll save our homes, and I’ll destroy every evil being I encounter!â€

He held up his card which began to glow. It went from blank to activate.

“My powers are back…and with them, I’ll destroy all of you! Power Ride!â€

There was a magenta flash.

[Decade 21. 18:37-18:41]

He looked at the cards in his armored hand. The images returned, and a new card appeared.

The three Riders whom James had fought approached.

[End Decade footage]

Mina moved back towards James.

“Something’s about to happen,†she told him.

James nodded, “Come on…,†he pulled her away. He lifted his blaster and ran back.

[Decade 21. 18:47-19:05]

As Will approached, Ryan threw a kick. Will blocked and struck back, while avoiding Tyler. He engaged the three while James fought with three blue monsters and the Doctor.

The fighting continued until Rob slashed Will back, and then Tyler, and then Ryan got a kick in.

Will was knocked back by all of them and smashed through some of the pipes.

[Decade 21. 19:06-19:09]

He rolled and groaned as he slowly rose.

[Decade 21. 19:10-19:12]

Will watched the three approach.

[End Decade footage]

Mina crouched by the pipes and picked up the device, “He dropped it…,†she rose and threw it, “Will!â€

[Decade 21. 19:15-19:50]

Will caught the device and loaded his new card into it, giving the emblems of the Riders. He touched each emblem and each Rider’s name was called.

“Legendâ€

“Grandâ€

“Dragon Knightâ€

“Phiâ€

“Spadeâ€

“Echoâ€

“Beetâ€

“Railâ€

“Fangâ€

He touched his own emblem.

“Legacyâ€

“All Riders Combine†rang out.

He opened his belt and a card appeared, loading on his head. His body shifted and the cards of the Riders appeared on his chest. He twisted his belt, loading the touch device as the new buckle.

Each card shifted and his touch pad flashed.

The three Riders stopped.

[End Decade footage]

Mina moved out of the way, “Will! This is the culmination of our journey! Use this power!â€

[Decade 21. 19:53-21:31 (note: edit in lasers)]

James blasted a monster back and looked, “Will…†He turned back and fired on the monsters again.

Will drew his hand up his blade, “Who’s first?â€

The three shouted and rushed him.

Will blocked and slashed each one in turn, not taking a single hit. He knocked Ryan back and drove his sword into Tyler, stopping him.

He let go of the sword and drew his touchpad out. He touched Dragon Knight.

“Dragon Knightâ€

He touched the top right button.

“Surviveâ€

He loaded it back onto the belt and avoided Ryan. All of the cards shifted to Dragon Knight, but with a different helmet. Dragon Knight appeared at his side, but in new armor.

“Final Ventâ€

The black dragon circled Onyx and he floated into the air.

Will slotted a card and hit his belt.

As Onyx flew at him, both Riders slashed. Dragon Knight created fire, while Legacy created energy. Dragon Knight mimicked every move Will made and the attacks blasted through Onyx and the dragon.

As Omega lifted his sword, Will hit another two buttons.

âgeâ€

His cards changed and a red version of Phi appeared. As Omega charged his sword, Will slotted a card on his belt.

As Omega shouted and swung his sword, cleaving through pipes, both Riders fired; Phi had a cannon, and Will used his sword to mimic it. Hey blasted through Omega’s attack and destroyed him.

“Gate Blastâ€

James lifted his blaster and fired, destroying the monsters and hitting Doctor Newman.

Ryan hit his belt here times and pushed the horn.

Will had the touchpad again.

“Beetâ€

“Sonicâ€

His cards changed and Beet appeared at his side.

Drake remained behind pipes and watched.

As Ryan flipped the horn again and leapt forward, Will hit the side of his belt and both leapt into the air. Their kicks overpowered Ryan and destroyed him while Drake watched.

[End Decade footage]

Newman was lying on the ground as Drake stood over him, “Go,†he hissed, “Go and hold them off while I escape. Obey your King!â€

“He’s not going, nor are you,†Will told the Drake copy.

Count turned around, “Fine then…,†he hissed, running for Will. Will lifted his sword and ran forward, slashing Drake down the chest. He ducked Drake’s punch and turned, slashing him down the side.

Drake shouted and threw a high punch, but Will dodged aside and slashed Drake through his side. He span around and slashed him up the back, causing him to fall forward onto a knee.

“You’re done,†Will said, loading a card in his belt. He lifted his sword.

“Slash Attackâ€

Will shouted and slashed Drake down the back. He exploded and was gone.

Will turned, standing amidst the fire. He undid his transformation and hurried towards his two companions.

“It’s over,†James said, “That’s all of them.â€

“Let’s hope no more clones exist,†Will said, looking at Newman, who didn’t move.

“We don’t need to worry about him,†James said.

“With this new power, let’s go save our home,†Mina told Will.

Will nodded, “Yes. To Harper’s Coast. Let’s go.â€

The three hurried off.


“Newman failed…his project failed…,†Apollo hissed, slamming his fist into the wall, “Fine then. Legacy has become stronger. I’ll crush him just the same… You’re a fool to return home. I’ll show you that…â€
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Chapter 22: Facing the Past

Will and Mina stood to the side of the motorcycle. It was night, everything was dark. James crouched down behind a tree and looked out from nearby.

“Do you feel anything?†Will asked Mina softly.

She shook her head, “No. The castle remains, but I don’t feel anything else.â€

“Not even Apollo?†he asked.

“No,†she said, “Of course, I don’t know what I’m looking for.â€

“Any power?†he asked.

“If there is, it’s being blocked. It’s weird. It’s as if the town is normal, because there’s no other types of signal coming out. However, it’s too natural. Something is blocking me.â€

James moved from his spot and hurried over to them, “I don’t see anything,†he said, holding out a pair of binoculars, “Nothing at all. Not even a single light.â€

“So, either the town was abandoned, or something is wrong here,†Will said, taking the binoculars and putting them in his bag which sat against the motorcycle.

“Regardless, we’ll find out in the morning,†Mina said, “We should get some sleep.â€

“So close to the enemy, we’ll need someone to stand watch,†James pointed out.

“We’ll alternate. I’ll start,†Will told him.

“Wake me later,†James said.

He and Mina pulled blankets from bags and went to find a spot to lie down. Will sat against the bike and looked out.

“We’re home…â€


“I don’t think just walking in the streets is a good idea,†James said as the three sat by the motorcycle in the morning, eating something from their packs.

“What are we supposed to do then?†Mina questioned.

“I can use my Invisible card and go in,†James said, “I can come back and report what I find.â€

“No way you’re going in alone,†Will told him, “This is our home. We’re not letting you go alone.â€

“Then what do you propose we do?†James questioned.

“I don’t know,†Will admitted, “But we’ll think of something.â€

“Let’s just go in,†Mina said. The two looked at her, “It’s foolish, yes, but like Will said, this is our home. He’s going in, and I’m going in. The best way to do this is if we just go inside together, and if danger arises, we deal with it.â€

James looked down for a bit, then he sighed, “If this were my hometown, I’d want to go too, no matter how dangerous. Ok.â€

Will nodded, “It started for both of us right here, so we’ll end it together.â€

James threw his pack over to the bike and stood up, “Ok. Lead on.â€

The other two rose and Will turned to town, looking at Harper’s Coast. He took a breath and started towards it.


The three walked through the street. There was nobody around, although it was still maintained. There was still life here, it seemed.

“If it was abandoned the place would be a mess,†James commented, “That’s good.â€

“Maybe not,†Mina said, “We don’t know what the Dynasty is forcing the people to do.â€

The trio kept walking on, down the street.

[Decade 26. 1:29-1:31]

Numerous figures in tan, black, and white armor appeared in the streets, making mechanical sounds as they lifted their stick weapons.

[End Decade footage]

The three turned, “What are those?†James questioned, “I imagine they’re not native to your city.â€

“Machines?†Mina questioned.

“Dynasty soldiers,†Will muttered.

[Decade 26. 1:35-1:36]

A blaster stuck out and fired a few energy blasts.

[End Decade footage]

The trio was thrown back from the explosions that struck around them, landing them onto the road. They slowly came up, with Mina remaining down and holding her hand out.

“I don’t feel anything,†she said softly, “I’m being jammed…â€

“Well, we see the target,†James said, “We’ve got this.â€

Will nodded, “Let’s take him down!â€

The soldiers lifted their weapons and charged. Mina grabbed the two and pulled them with her, “Not here,†she muttered, “We don’t want to make a show out of this. Stealth!â€

“Forget stealth, they already know we’re here!†Will shouted, holding his belt up.

She pulled him along. James grabbed him and pulled him as well, helping Mina. The three outpaced the machines and took a corner, hiding behind a pillar.

The machine soldiers passed by. They were safe for now.

They remained hiding for a few moments, then slowly stepped out.

“You’re sure they’re blocking you?†Will asked Mina.

She held her hand out and closed her eyes. She nodded, “I can’t feel anything.â€

“Are you sure you can feel machines though?†James asked, “For all we know, it’s just machines like them.â€

“I can’t feel your belts,†she said, “I usually can.â€

They heard heavy footsteps and turned.

[Decade 26. 1:43-1:54]

The machine commander stood there. It lifted its arms up, the sound of machinery going on inside of it.

“You are wanted enemies of the Dynasty.†It drew its arms together, “It is my mission to destroy you three and take your powers.†It directed at them.

[End Decade footage]

“Take our powers?†Will questioned.

“Belts,†James said.

“I think it’s more than that,†Mina said, “If something is jamming me, and this machine is trying to take our powers…â€

“You think he’s trying to take your psychic powers too?†James questioned.

She shrugged, “I don’t know, but something is clearly wrong.â€

They turned around, seeing the machines coming up from behind, staffs raised. They slowly advanced on the trio. James turned to face them.

“Will, you get the big guy, I’ll clean these up and join you,†he said.

Will nodded, “Sounds like a plan to me,†he said. Both men lifted their belts up in hand.

Someone shouted and jumped through the soldiers. He span around, sweeping one’s legs out, then kicked another in the chest to send him back. He gave a rapid series of blows to another, and continued until they had all fallen.

“Who are you?†Will questioned.

The man was older, in his thirties or forties, with dark hair. He stepped in front of the three, “I’m a Power Rider. Power Rider Prince!â€

(Alternate version)

“Who are you?†Will questioned.

The man was older, in his thirties or forties, with dark hair. He stepped in front of the others, “I’m a Masked Rider from Edenoi. Masked Rider Prince!â€


“Prince?†James questioned.

The man nodded, “Let me take care of this. Put your belts away.†He lifted his fist up in front of his chest, “Power Ride/Ectophase Activate!†(depending on version)

A gold belt appeared on him, with two red stones inset into it. He threw his arm to the side and the belt flashed.

[Decade 26. 2:15-2:26]

His armor was green and black and insect-like with crimson eyes. He threw his arm up with a shout and threw it forward, “I will protect this city and everyone within it!†He drew both arms together, then threw them out, “Power/Masked Rider Prince!â€

[End Decade footage]

“What’s he doing in Harper’s Coast?†Will murmured.

“We’ll talk to him later,†James said, moving behind a pillar, “Let’s just watch him and back him up if he needs it.â€

Mina nodded, “Sounds like the best idea. We don’t know what’s going on here, after all. Come on, Will.â€

He nodded and moved to cover with them.

They looked back, seeing more machine soldiers approaching.

“I’ll take care of them,†Prince said, walking ahead.

[Decade 26. 3:51-4:35]

As the machines regarded him and moved, he leapt forward with a shout and kicked one back. He flipped one, took the stick, and used it against the other machines that attacked. Soon they were all downed and the commander approached, his servos louder than the others.

The Rider shouted and moved into a fighting stance.

“Electro Sabre!†he called, drawing a sword from his belt.

The machine threw its arms out and approached, “Try it.â€

They clashed, blade against the blaster. The second slash got the machine. They struck a few more times until the machine caught the sword and hooked the Rider’s shoulder with his blaster.

“Surrender to the Dynasty.†It threw him aside. As the Rider rose, his body began to glow and shifted into a yellow and black form.

“Super Gold!†he called. The machine made a mechanical noise. The Rider reached up with a blaster, “Ecto Ray!â€

“I’m stronger!†the machine shouted, lifting its blaster.

The two shot each other repeatedly until the machine was forced back. It knelt down and a portal appeared behind it. Two beings stepped out. The machine looked back, “You two…â€

They walked past, towards the Rider.

[End Decade footage]

“It’s one of them…,†Will muttered, clenching his fist, “One of the ones that was with Apollo!â€

“So then…is he…is he still here?†Mina muttered.

“I hope he is,†Will muttered, “We have business to settle.â€

[Decade 26. 4:39-4:42]

The Rider tried to fight them off, but they overpowered him and knocked him to the ground.

[End Decade footage]

Will lifted his belt, “I won’t let it end this way for him!†Will shouted, running out as he loaded his belt on his waist. “Power Ride!â€

James made a move to join, but Mina held her arm out, “This is his fight,†she said.

[Decade 26. 4:53-4:55]

The color came to Will’s armor.

“It’s you!†the machine called.

[Decade 26. 4:56-4:58]

“You are going to aid me?†Prince questioned.

[Decade 26. 5:01-5:58]

Will ran at the two, blocking them and striking them back with shouts, “This is for my home!†he shouted. He threw the blue colored Glasswalker and ran at him, kicking him, “Where is Apollo?†he screamed, turning to block the other monster. He threw them both aside.

He drew a card and slotted it.

“Power Ride! Grand!â€

His armor shifted as the monsters rose. He struck them back, “I’ve become stronger than before!†he shouted as he loaded a card. His horns opened and he leapt forward with a kick, striking the Glasswalker back.

It rose again and exploded.

Will’s armor shifted back, “Now, where is Apollo?†he demanded. A dimension wall came up and the monster vanished. “I couldn’t get the right one…†He turned to see the machine monster approaching from behind.

“If you want Apollo, then you’ll face his wrath!†it shouted as it ran off.

Will clapped his hands together as Prince came up behind him.

“Wait…that belt…that power…you!†Prince shouted, running at him.

“Wait!†Will shouted.

[End Decade footage]

Will undid his belt and returned to normal, holding his arms up, “Hold it! What’s going on?â€

The man slowed and shook his head, “Nevermind,†he said, his armor fading around him, “It’s…it’s nothing. I just mistook you for someone else.â€

Will looked at him, then nodded, “Ok, yeah, ok…†He walked towards the man, “I’m Will Scheffer, Power Rider Legacy.â€

“My name is Dex,†the man said, “Power/Masked Rider Prince. We’ll find somewhere else to talk. It’s not safe here.â€

Will nodded and motioned for the others, “I’m from this town, as is my friend, Mina. This is James,†he said, “James is another Rider.â€

Dex nodded, “Come,†he said, running off. The other three followed after him.


Dex closed the door behind them. It was a warehouse, filled with crates. There was some furniture up ahead inside of a square of boxes. Some food sat there as well.

Dex sat down, “This is where I’ve been planning from,†he said, gesturing to it. Three chairs, two beds, and some tables. Candles were burning on the tables. “I go out into town whenever I can and try to find supplies for myself, and of course defeat as many Dynasty soldiers as I can.â€

“Why are you here, though?†Will asked bluntly.

“Forgive his bluntness,†Mina said, “But this is our hometown. There were never any Riders here to begin with. Don’t you have your own city to protect?â€

Dex shook his head, “No. I don’t. I’m…I’m not from this world. Earth isn’t the only place you can find Riders, let’s leave it at that.â€

“You’re an alien?†James questioned, “Seriously?â€

Dex nodded, “I came here years ago and fought. I wandered ever since, and when I came here a month ago, I saw that the people were in need. I fought for them and now I’m trying to liberate them.â€

“In that case, we’re fighting too,†Will told him, lifting his belt and setting it on the table, “This is our home. I’m fighting beside you as a Power Rider.â€

Dex looked at the belt, then looked back up to Will, “Where did you get that belt from?†he asked.

“It just appeared,†Will responded, “I don’t know how. But I didn’t question it.â€

“You took the power because it was there,†Dex said, “To try to protect your home.â€

Will nodded, “That’s exactly what I did.â€

“And you’re facing it all head on,†Dex said, “For someone so young, I’m impressed.â€

“I’ll fight to the end for my home,†Will responded, “I will never give up.â€

“Nor should you,†Dex responded, “Never surrender. Keep fighting.â€

The doors swung open and a series of soldiers hurried inside, the sounds of their internal mechanisms in motion could be heard. The four rose as the machines ran inside for them.

“I’ll take them,†Dex said, running towards them. He ducked their swings and started to repel them. He looked back, “Go! Make sure no others are coming!â€

The three ran around the machines and outside. They slowed and came to a stop.

“Apollo…,†Will hissed.

[Decade 26. 11:14-11:18]

“Welcome home. I’ll be taking your powers now,†Apollo said, lifting his hand to the silver emblem on his helmet.

[End Decade footage]

“What does that mean?†Will questioned.

“I don’t like the feeling I’m getting from that thing,†Mina said.

“You said you couldn’t feel anything here,†James told her.

“Well, I can feel that thing,†she muttered.

[Decade 26. 11:19-11:20]

He removed it from his helmet while his bodyguard stood at his side.

[End Decade footage]

He thrust the silver object out. Power began to spiral around it and lashed out. Will threw his belt on and stepped in front of it as he swiped his card, “Power Ride!â€

The glow of the belt collided with the glow of the silver object. A burst of light was produced and he stood in his Legacy form, Mina just behind him.

“I think he’s trying to take my powers,†she muttered.

“I won’t allow that to happen,†he said, lifting a card, “Power Ride!â€

He swiped it.

“Power Ride! Legend!â€

He ran and jumped forward with a shout.

[Decade 26. 11:38-11:44]

His belt glowed as he assumed Legend’s form, doing a leaping punch. Apollo span aside while the bodyguard took the hit.

Will came back up after missing.

“We’ll meet again soon,†Apollo said, holding his arms up.

[End Decade footage]

Will returned to normal in a flash of red light. He ran towards Mina, but James was already there.

“I’m ok,†she said, “Did he absorb your belt’s power?†she asked.

He shook his head, “Everything seems fine,†he told her.

Will nodded and then saw Dex running towards them, “Come on,†he said, “We need to talk about something. I have another place we can hide out.â€

“So do I,†Will said, “I figure mine is closer.â€


Will looked at the hallways and sat under the window. “It’s so weird being back here,†he said softly.

“Being back home…being back at school…,†Mina said, sitting against the wall.

“I preferred my college,†James commented as he walked up and down a hallway, looking at things on the wall.

“Of course you would,†Will said.

“It’s nicer, but I don’t have a history there,†Mina said, “But I can almost agree with James.â€

Dex sat down beside Will, “Ok, so I managed something,†he said.

“What is it?†Will asked.

“I didn’t defeat that last set of machines,†he told the trio. He produced a small device, “I managed to get one with a virus. I have a partner, and he’s good with this stuff. Our plan was to infect all of the machine soldiers if we could, but that doesn’t seem likely anymore. Instead I got the attacking unit with the hopes that they might infect their leader if they report back.â€

“And what’ll happen then?†Will asked.

“We’ll have control of the infected,†Dex responded, “We could make them turn on Apollo. We could lift the bulk of his control over this city.â€

“What I want to know is this,†James said, “Why is Apollo even here? This city is a port to launch the Dynasty’s warships from, you’ve said that already. But why remain here? Surely he has other places to conquer, other places to just, well…be in general. Why here? What’s so special about this city?â€

“It’s where Will is from,†Dex responded, “That’s what.â€

“What do you mean?†Mina questioned, “What’s so special about Will like that?â€

“It’s the belt,†Dex responded.

“The belt is a Dynasty weapon, isn’t it?†James questioned. He held up his own belt, “So is mine, right?â€

“I believe so,†Dex replied.

“It would make sense,†Will said, “I just never put the thought together. Or maybe I never wanted to imagine that that was the truth.â€

“Are you sure though?†Mina asked.

Dex paused, then shook his head, “Not entirely. It’s a guess, but it makes sense.â€

“It does,†James replied, “They were waiting for you to return, probably with all of your powers. If they could defeat you elsewhere, then so be it. They get the belt back. But you kept becoming stronger and stronger, and gained the other Riders powers. Now they’re all unlocked, and it saves the Dynasty time. They made the cards, after all…â€

“It’s a weapon for them to use against the other Riders, isn’t it?†Mina muttered.

“It makes the most sense,†Dex responded.

“Then it’s a good thing we have these belts,†Will said, “Imagine them in Dynasty hands.â€

“But there’s something worse,†James said, looking to Will, “They were in Dynasty hands. How did they get into ours? Was there a traitor in their midst who got them out, or…or did the Dynasty give them to us?â€

“Why would they do that?†Will questioned.

“Data. To get the full Legacy powers,†James said. He looked at his belt, “And just data out of mine, perhaps. It’s not a good thought.â€

“Whatever it was, we’ll defeat them with their own weapons then,†Will said, “These aren’t theirs anymore. They’re in the hands of heroes!â€

Dex smiled and nodded, “They are.†He held up the device again, “Let’s see what we can do.†He clicked it.


[Decade 26. 17:46-17:54]

Flanked by his two guards, Apollo burst into flames as he appeared and drew his sword and shield up, “What is the meaning of this?†he demanded.

The machine leader stood before him, lifting its blaster. “Take this!†Guards flanked him. The machine opened fire, hitting all three enemies, although they blocked.

The machine soldiers ran forward while Apollo and his men engaged them.

[End Decade footage]

“The fighting is just up ahead,†Dex said as the four of them ran.

They came to a stop, “It’s working…,†Will muttered.

[Decade 26. 17:57-17:59]

Apollo was facing the machine leader, “Is this a virus?†Apollo questioned.

[End Decade footage]

The three Riders looked at each other, “Let’s take care of them,†Dex said.

James took Mina by the arm, “You’re one of Apollo’s targets,†he told her, “He wants your powers. You’re not staying here, and you need someone to watch you.â€

“I’m not a child,†she told him.

“I know, but nobody’s doing anything alone right now,†he told her.

She nodded, “Fine. Let’s go.â€

Those two ran off while Dex and Will stepped forward. Will put the belt on his waist while Dex threw his arms out.

Both called out their phrases while Will swiped his card.

[Decade 26. 19:03-22:26]

Both stood armored. “Come on,†Will said, giving a nod. The two ran into battle, with Will drawing his sword.

Will went for Apollo, who reflected him. By now the machines were fighting back.

“Their programming sees us as enemies!†Dex shouted. He kicked through them, “I guess it was only meant to show Apollo’s crew as enemies.â€

Will grunted as he held back both bodyguards as he stood before Apollo.

“Thanks for completing the belt,†Apollo drew his shield and sword up, “I’ll be taking it back now!â€

As Will fought back both bodyguards and the slashes of Apollo, he shouted, “I’m stronger than last time, Apollo!â€

Apollo stabbed him in the chest and then one of the bodyguards made him stop. Apollo lifted his blaster and fired, knocking Will back.

“No…,†Will muttered.

Ender stepped up behind Will, “I know this is your fight, but let me help.†He fired straight up, sending a rain of lasers down on the enemy trio. Apollo lowered his shield.

“I can take that belt back too,†he stated.

“Yeah, that’s not happening,†James said as he showed and loaded two cards.

“James…,†Will said.

James fired back towards Will, putting the summons there, “My turn for revenge…â€

“Power Summon! Hercules!â€

“Power Summon! Centaurus!â€

The two insect-like Riders lifted their weapons. Will clashed with them, shouting, “James! What are you doing? This is my home! My fight!†He continued to fight with them, “I don’t have time for this…â€

James approached Apollo, “I know this isn’t my home, but I can’t let Will defeat you.â€

“Why?†Apollo questioned, lifting his weapon. Both fired on each other as the bodyguards rushed James.

“You ruined my life too!†James shouted as he took hits from the guards, “If anyone is defeating you, it’s me! I’ll take my revenge here!â€

Apollo slashed him back with the shield, causing James to be thrown back and shout in pain.

“He’s so strong…,†James muttered as he loaded a card.

“Invisibleâ€

James vanished before being shot again.

Dex continued to slash through the machines while Will fought the summons.

“I guess we need another minion,†Apollo said. He threw his shield arm to the side, “Come forth!â€

A portal opened and a rhino monster emerged as Dex continued to slash the machine leader.

“Another enemy?†Dex questioned as he drew his sword towards it.

The rhino monster rushed him.

“If James failed, why are you two still here?†Will muttered as he pushed the two off of him.

Dex dodged the charge of the rhino and slashed the machine until the rhino rammed him back.

“Is your programming coming back yet?†Apollo questioned. The machine turned to him. Apollo threw his arms out, “Or do you still see me as your enemy? If you do, I’ll destroy you.â€

The machine looked down a bit, not answering.

“James!†Will shouted as he continued to fight and take hits, “Why did you tell them to fight me?†He came to his knees after being knocked back, “I don’t have time for this,†he said as he drew out the new device and loaded a card into it.

He hit the buttons and loaded it onto his belt as his armor changed, then caught the Rider attacks and struck them back.

“Legendâ€

“Grandâ€

“Dragon Knightâ€

“Phiâ€

“Spadeâ€

“Echoâ€

“Beetâ€

“Railâ
“Fangâ€

“Legacyâ€

He hit a button to summon a Rider.

“Beetâ€

“Sonicâ€

Beet’s strongest form appeared, holding a sword. He swiped a card and the two Riders did the same motions, drawing the blade up as a blaster. The two shots tore the summons apart.

Beet vanished.

“You’re using it again,†Apollo said as his guards came to his side.

“Yes, and I’ll use it to destroy you!†Will shouted as he ran for Apollo.

“Heh,†Apollo said, sending his guards forward as he walked back into a portal to vanish.

Will fought the bodyguards while Dex faced the other two. He threw his arms out, “Super Blue!†His armor changed into a blue suit and he turned into liquid, slamming into both of his enemies and the bodyguards, ensnaring them.

“Follow Apollo!†Dex shouted, returning to physical form, “I’ll hold them off!â€

“Ok, thanks!†Will shouted, running into the portal. It was hard, but he came through, although in normal form. “Why is it night?â€

He looked back to see someone approaching.

[End Decade footage]

“Legacy…,†the man said, “The Legacy armor…you’re finally here. I can…I can destroy you now!â€

“Wait, what?†Will questioned. He rose to his feet and held his hands up, “I’m no enemy! Who are you? I’ll undo my transformation if that would help!â€

“You are the enemy!†the man shouted, “Power Ride!â€

A belt with one red crystal appeared and he flashed in intense light.

[Decade 26. 22:57-23:16]

When it faded he stood in a black suit with red and yellow banding.

“Power Rider Black!†he shouted.

“You look like Prince…,†Will said.

“Prince is my mentor,†the man said, taking a few steps forward, “I’ll take you down now and prove myself to him!†He clenched his fist and ran forward.

“Wait, what?†Will questioned, evading Black’s attacks. He was hit a few times, then Black grabbed him.

[End Decade footage]
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Chapter 23: Why We Fight

[Decade 27. 0:38-1:13]

Black shouted as he struck at Will a few times, before landing a powerful punch on him. Will was sent down the stairs behind him and rolled.

“I’m not your enemy! I won’t fight you!†Will shouted.

“Quiet!†Black shouted, coming up with a double kick.

A blast hit his foot, dropping him to the ground. Will looked around, “James?â€

“Where have you been, Will? You’ve been gone all day,†James told him, keeping his blaster aimed.

“That belt…you too… I’ll!â€

“No,†James cut him off, “You won’t be defeating us. We’re allies,†he showed a card, “I’ll just distract you while we find Dex.â€

“Power Summon! Siren!â€

Black looked as the white Rider was summoned behind him. She ran forward and shouted, slashing at him.

“What is this?†he demanded as he dodged her slashes.

[Decade 27. 2:32-2:54]

Siren leapt over Black and slashed him in the chest. She continued to slash him, but he didn’t strike back.

“Why isn’t he fighting back?†Will questioned.

“It’s because she’s not his enemy,†James said, “He’s targeting us,†Black was slashed, “she’s not the target. It’s quite interesting, actually.†He kept evading her slashes.

“What if it didn’t work?†Will questioned.

“It did, come on,†James said, walking away.

Siren leapt after Black, slashing him again.

[End Decade footage]


Mina stood up ahead as the two men approached. “Where have you been?†Mina questioned Will, walking up to him.

“I don’t know what you mean,†he said, “I went through the portal, and ended up back there. Except it was night.â€

“It’s the same day, if you’re wondering,†James said, “Just hours later.â€

“Then what happened with the portal?†Will muttered.

“Maybe it was trying to close or lock you out?†Mina offered, “I mean, it’s Apollo’s portal, he probably didn’t want anyone following. Maybe you were stuck in the portal for hours before it finally let you pass?â€

“But does that mean that that’s where Apollo came out?†Will questioned.

“Probably not,†James said, “It was probably just dumping you.â€

“It did a good job, landing me by a Rider who wants to fight me,†Will muttered. He looked around, “Where’s Dex?â€

“He’s on his way,†Mina told him.

“There’s some explaining to do,†Will said.

“To be fair, he said he had a partner,†James told Will.

“A partner who tried to take us both out,†Will muttered.

“What did he say?†James asked.

“He commented on my armor and said he could destroy me,†Will said.

“So…he’s seen the armor before?†Mina murmured.

“I don’t think it’s that,†Will said.

“What do you think it is?†James asked.

“The belt,†Mina said, “Right?â€

He nodded, “We don’t know the origins of these things, but he commented on you too, James. What if he saw the belts before?â€

They turned when they heard someone approaching them, “That’s exactly right,†Dex said, coming to a stop, “Come. I’ll explain the situation, but not here. We need a place to hide for the night.â€


The four of them were in another abandoned warehouse, sitting on boxes.

“The man you met, Power Rider Black, is my apprentice,†Dex said, “His name is Jesse, I met him about a year ago and helped create his powers by siphoning off some of my own. He and I have fought together ever since, and we came here together.

“Although something happened recently. We were both captured by the Dynasty. We were held prisoner for two weeks. They didn’t destroy us because they wanted our belts, but they were unable to access them, fortunately.â€

The door swung open and the man named Jesse stepped inside. He just started speaking, “While we were prisoners, we launched an escape attempt. It was successful. On the way out we saw some of their computer systems, and guess what we saw?†He pointed at Will, “The Legacy Belt,†he pointed to James, “and the belt you possess.â€

“So, that confirms they are Dynasty creations,†Will said, holding his belt up as he gazed at it.

“They’re weapons created by the Dynasty,†Jesse said, “I don’t trust you, even if you fight the Dynasty.â€

“Why’s that?†Will questioned, “Because we own Dynasty equipment?â€

“Because it was difficult to escape even with Rider powers. How did you get those belts without them?†Jesse questioned.

“They appeared,†Mina said, “A dimensional portal broke around Will and he had the belt.â€

James nodded, “Same.â€

“That doesn’t make sense,†Jesse said, “There’s no way…â€

“Jesse,†Dex said calmly, “Calm yourself. They are not the enemy.â€

Jesse nodded slowly, “Fine…fine…â€

“What’s our next move?†Mina asked Dex.

“I imagine you may want to ask Will,†Dex said, “This is your hometown, not mine. I may be older and more experienced, but one of you two should be running this.â€

Will nodded, “In the morning we find Apollo, and we do everything we can to take him out,†Will said.


“Power Ride!†Will said, transforming into Legacy. He held up another card, “I’ll enter the mirrors and try my best to find Apollo. I’ll relay my position once I find him.â€

“Power Ride! Dragon Knight!â€

His armor shifted into Dragon Knight’s and he walked into a window, vanishing inside of it.

In the city people were going around, as if things were normal. Will watched from behind a window.

“Is this what Apollo and the Dynasty allow? They enslave the people, then they let them go out like everything is fine?†He saw a monster watching the people, and then it approached a man and grabbed him. (note: any monster suit available)

“What did I do?†the man screamed in terror.

“You were a dock worker,†the monster said, “All dock workers have been ordered to permanent work.â€

“I needed to get away!†the man shouted, trying to break the monster’s grip.

Will leapt out of the window and ran for the monster, pushing it back. He turned to the man, “Run! I’ll take care of it!â€

The man nodded and ran off. Will lifted his sword and slashed it twice in the chest before landing a kick on the monster.

He loaded a card and lifted his sword.

“Slash Attackâ€

He slashed the monster in the chest, destroying it.

[Decade 27. 4:55-5:04]

In a burst of flames Apollo formed, “So, there you are.†He drew his shield up, “You’re still here.â€

“Of course I am! This is my home town…†He drew his hand up his sword and ran forward, shouting. His sword clashed on the shield and the two passed by.

[Decade 27. 5:05-5:11]

Will slashed Apollo and his next slashes were blocked. Apollo went down and threw Will over him, causing him to roll. As they came back up and clashed again, Apollo slashed him with his shield.

[End Decade footage]

Will hit the ground in his normal armor.

[Decade 27. 5:44-5:45]

Jesse shouted as he came down for a punch.

[Decade 27. 5:46-5:49]

Apollo stumbled back with a shout before hitting the ground. “You!†he shouted.

[Decade 27. 5:52-6:07]

Will looked at Jesse, “I’m kind of surprised to see you here,†Will admitted as he rose.

“He’s the enemy,†Jesse said, “I don’t like your belt, but you’re ok.†He shouted and ran.

Apollo threw his hand forward, “Wait!†They stopped, “I think we’re done here for now.â€

“What?†Will questioned.

Apollo turned and walked through a portal.

The two stood there. Will’s belt flashed.

[End Decade footage]

“He escaped,†Will muttered as he walked away. He looked around, “But at least the people are safe.â€

Jesse walked up behind him, “The question is for how long, though? If you’re actively fighting like this, then who knows what Apollo may do?â€

“That worries me,†Will said, shaking his head, “But what else can we do?â€

“Nothing,†Jesse said, “Fight. Fight until you can save your town.â€

“Hey, do you know where the others are?†Will asked.

“They headed towards the shore,†Jesse replied, “They were going to see if they could do anything about the warships.â€

Will nodded, “Let’s go help them,†he said, running off. Jesse ran after him.


The two headed along a path next to water. “We’ll be at the shore soon,†Will said, “This feeds off of it, it’s…it was used for shipping purposes.†He stopped and just looked at the water, “It feels like a lifetime ago.â€

“When you’re a Rider, it was a lifetime ago,†Jesse responded, “You gave up your old life when you took up the belt.â€

Will nodded, “Yeah…I know. It’s just hard some days,†Will muttered, “I want to be here, I want to be living the life I was living before all of this. I want my friends, I want my family, I even want to be in class and struggling through studying. I want to struggle with my heart and the feelings I have for girls in my class. I want to pass classes, I want to fail tests, I…â€

“You want your old life back,†Jesse said, “But you can’t have it. Even if you throw your belt away, you can’t have it.â€

“But I can, once this is over. Once we defeat the Dynasty,†Will said, “I’ll keep the belt. I’ll fight when I have to, but…but I have a chance to go back.â€

“There is no going back,†Jesse said, “You can go back to your classroom, you can see them all again, but you’ll never be the man you used to be. You’ll have traveled, fought, been hurt, and made new bonds that will last for the rest of your life. There’s no going back to how it used to be, not for us.â€

“What was your life?†Will asked him, “What can’t you go back to?â€

[Decade 27. 8:13-8:21]

“I have found you,†the machine soldier stated, stepping forward with his blaster arm raised to his chest, “For the Dynasty, you will be destroyed!†He threw his arms out and a portal appeared.

Apollo’s bodyguards stepped out and approached.

[End Decade footage]

Will clenched his fists, “You…you bring them?†he shouted. He lifted his belt, “Ok…then it’s time for some of my revenge! For my home!†He slammed the belt onto his waist and lifted his card, “Power Ride!â€

[Decade 27. 8:38-8:39]

“I won’t let you!†the machine shouted, firing a few shots towards them.

[Decade 27. 8:41-8:50]

Will flipped while in his armor. Beside him was Jesse, also in his armor.

“After them!†the machine shouted. The two bodyguards ran after the two Riders, who were at the warehouses now.

They each fought one. Will shouted as he struck at his, but took a blow to the chest and shouted as he fell back.

[Decade 27. 9:20-10:01]

Will shouted as he took a few more slashes, then the monster left to focus on Jesse, who was evading his foe’s attacks.

As Jesse focused on his monster, the other one ran up behind him. Jesse took a hit, turned, and took a second hit.

Will lifted a card and rose to his feet as Jesse continued to take hits. Will swiped the card.

“Power Ride! Phi!â€

“Accelerate!â€

He reached up and hit a button on his watch-like device.

“Speed Upâ€

Will sped forward, striking the bodyguards away from Jesse. He shouted and gave a powered kick, destroying both.

His speed burst ended and his armor returned to normal.

“Take this!†the machine shouted, firing on both of the Riders, taking them down.

“I’ll see you both destroyed for destroying Apollo’s bodyguards!†he shouted. A wall rose and soldiers leapt out at the two. Will shouted and engaged in battle alongside Jesse.

[End Decade footage]


James, Mina and Dex ran along the shoreline, towards the docks. They froze and looked at the docks which had only a few small boats tied to them.

“But…but there were warships here…,†Dex muttered. He turned around and looked all over, “Where are they?†he shouted, “Did…no…â€

“They’re already making their move,†James muttered, clenching his fists, “We have to stop them…â€

“The best way to do that is to defeat their leader,†Mina said, “We’d stand no chance. If we take a boat and give chase they’d blow us away. Besides, we don’t know when they left. We might be a day or two behind…â€

“Then the leader it is,†James said, “Apollo. We’ll destroy him and protect everyone.â€

As the group started away from the beach, a number of mechanical soldiers appeared, along with other monsters (note: the roaches, basic Worms, whatever mook-type suits they can get their hands on).

“Let’s deal with them,†James said, lifting his belt.

Before he could do anything, one of the monsters ran and knocked it out of his hand. It hit the sand. He shouted and ducked, kicking the monster back. He looked to Dex, who was being swarmed and fighting without transforming. He blocked and returned with punches and kicks to take the monsters back.

“Mina!†James shouted, looking back at her.

She threw her hand forward, blasting a number of them to the ground. She threw her hand to the side, causing them to crash into others, dealing with those as well. “I’ve got this one!†she shouted back.

He nodded and ducked a swing of a machine soldier’s stick. He punched it in the chest and took the stick, slashing it against other monsters.

As the two men fought, Mina closed her eyes. She took a deep breath and threw her hand forward. Fire erupted, burning a number of the monsters back.

“When…when did you learn to do that?†James questioned.

She slowly opened her eyes, “Just now,†she said softly, “My powers are growing…my desire to protect my home is helping me to grow stronger.â€

He nodded, “Good enough for me!†He slashed another machine aside.


[Decade 27. 10:03-10:07]

“The portal!†Will shouted.

“What?†Jesse shouted to him. He looked ahead, “Oh!â€

As they got past their soldiers, Jesse turned back to fight the machine leader while Will fought the other soldiers.

[Decade 27. 10:23-10:39]

The machine grabbed Jesse’s shoulder from behind, then reached for his other arm.

“Stone Flash!†Jesse shouted, ramming his fists to the belt. A blast of power erupted from it and struck through soldiers and the portal. “Will! Go! Find Apollo!†Jesse shouted. He broke free from the machine and fought again, “I can handle them!â€

Will nodded, “Thanks Jesse!†he shouted, “I’ll get him!†He pushed the last soldier aside and ran for the portal. He shouted when he reached it, but eventually shifted through.

[End Decade footage]

Will fell to the ground on the inside of a warehouse. He groaned, his armor gone. He slowly came to his feet and looked around, seeing all sorts of people from town, wearing torn up clothes. They were tired, filthy, but kept going. They were working on what looked like robot soldiers.

As he turned and looked around, he saw Apollo walking towards him, cape flowing out behind him. “Will Scheffer…,†Apollo said.

“Apollo!†Will shouted. People began to look. Some began to talk, recognizing Will. He looked around, “I’m going to free these people…â€

“No you won’t,†Apollo said, holding his hand out, “You’re going to fail. I’m going to destroy you, take your belt, and it’ll be over. Then Legacy will be another weapon, nothing more.â€

“Legacy is more than a weapon!†Will shouted, “It’s a way of helping people! What do you do with your life? You conquer. That’s all you do. You fight, you hurt people, you enslave them. I fight to save them, I fight for the people! I live a life. It’s not the life I wanted, but it’s better than yours!â€

Apollo shook his head, “You could enslave them with me. You have the power to do so.â€

“No. I have the power of nine other Riders,†Will said, fixing his belt to his waist again, “Riders are heroes. They’re defenders of the people! I could never turn on them, I could never be like you.â€

“So, you call yourself a hero, on the caliber of the others?†Apollo questioned.

“Not quite, but I’ll be there once I defeat you!†Will shouted.

Apollo threw his arms to the side, “Go!†he shouted. The people began to get up and run. Power erupted from Apollo, throwing everything aside that they had been working on. He lowered his arms, his cape fell around him, “There, now it’s just you and me. Show me this power of yours. Show me what you can be, if you really are a hero.â€

“…Power Ride…,†Will hissed. He swiped the card.

[Decade 27. 12:03-12:12]

The color came to Will’s armor. A card flew up and into hand.

“Black?†he muttered, “Why?â€

A blur came through, and James snatched the card from Will’s hand.

“James?â€

“Trust me on this,†James said, loading the card into his blaster.

[End Decade footage]

Dex came running in and stood there, belt displayed on his waist. “Where’s Jesse?†he questioned.

“Occupied in a fight,†Will said.

“Not anymore,†James said as he fired.

“Power Summon! Black!â€

An image appeared, but it was Jesse instead of a clone.

“How did I get here?†Jesse questioned, “I was in the middle of a fight…â€

“We summoned you with a card,†James said, “Fortunately the Legacy Belt seemed to make a connection with you, not the suit, so it…I don’t know. I’m making guesses and I’m not going to question it.â€

“Well, shall we?†Dex asked his apprentice.

Jesse nodded, “Let’s go.â€

Both belts shone as they thrust their arms out, “Power Ride/Ectophase Activate!â€

[Decade 27. 12:35-12:51]

Both Riders transformed. Dex threw his arm out, “We’re all against you now, Apollo! Your time is over! Power Rider Prince!â€

Jesse shouted as he threw his arm out, “Power Rider Black!†he shouted.

Will drew his sword and James stepped back. The four came together in a line, “Let’s go,†Will said.

[End Decade footage]

Apollo threw his hand up. Monsters and soldiers began to appear, including the mechanical general. “Go!†he shouted. They raced towards the Riders, who ran for them as well.


Mina was helping the people whom had fled get away. She looked back at the building, and once the last one was running off, she ran back and looked inside.

“Please. Defeat him, Will…everyone is counting on you…â€

[Decade 27. 12:54-12:55]

Will was fighting the machine general, pushing him back as he shouted.

[Decade 27. 12:56-12:59]

Will ducked the next blow and caught the blaster weapon on his sword. He pushed back on the machine.

[Decade 27. 13:00-13:23]

Will shouted as he took a hit.

The Riders engaged different monsters. Jesse hit one down through a hole in the ground and leapt after him with a shout.

Dex fought two of them, taking the fight outside. He wasn’t having much trouble.

Will and James each fought a few, going outside as well. The two Riders were knocked back and shouted.

[Decade 27. 13:57-16:06]

The two were plowed through a wall by the monsters. They tried to fight back, but were overrun and forced back by continual blows.

James was knocked back to the ground and lifted his blaster, “I helped destroy your leader!†he shouted at the three Grays, “So I’ll take you down too!†He loaded a card.

“Gate Blastâ€

He shouted as he fired, destroying them.

Will was tossed around by the machine leader. He came up with his device in hand and loaded a card.

“Time for my full power,†Will said.

“Legendâ€

“Grandâ€

“Dragon Knightâ€

“Phiâ€

“Spadeâ€

“Echoâ€

“Beetâ€

“Railâ€

“Fangâ€

He touched his own emblem.

“Legacyâ€

“All Riders Combine†rang out.

His armor shifted and he moved his belt around. The monster ran at him, and the two slashed at each other. He slashed the machine back and hit a button.

“Grandâ€

“Flamingâ€

A new version of Grand appeared at his side.

As he went through the card motions, he then lifted his sword. Grand lifted both of his and slashed through the machine, destroying him.

Grand vanished and Will looked aside. He headed that way, “Apollo…â€

“You blasted Riders,†Apollo said, lifting his shield and blaster.

Will and James stood side by side.

“Face me,†Apollo hissed.

“Let’s do it. For our homes,†James said.

“You don’t need to say that,†Will said, directing his hand out, “Of course it’s for our homes,†he said as they moved forward.

The two came up Apollo’s sides, watching him.

Will tilted his sword a bit. James lifted his blaster a little.

Will shouted and ran for him. Apollo threw his shield.

James shouted and lifted his blaster towards Apollo’s now exposed back. Apollo turned and fired, the two struck each other.

Will leapt the shield and slashed Apollo’s blaster away. He struck Apollo and tore the silver piece off his helmet, “No more power draining for you!†he shouted.

“I need that!†Apollo shouted, “I need…â€

“You’re not gaining more power,†Will told him.

James moved, grabbing it from Will. He held it up, “I say we drain him,†James said.

“Not a good idea,†Will started towards him.

“Invisibleâ€

James vanished.

“James…,†Will muttered.

[End Decade footage]

James appeared outside and in his human form. He held it out to Mina, “Take it,†he told her.

She gently took it into hand, “His power drainer?â€

James nodded, “I figured you might find a use for it.â€

She turned it over, “I’ll think on it,†she said, “Don’t tell Will I have this…just in case.â€

“He thinks I’m going to use it on Apollo,†James said, “He’ll be watching me, not you. Learn from it, become stronger.â€

“Hey…why aren’t you in there?†she asked.

He smiled, “This isn’t my home. Apollo ruined my life too, but this is your home, and Will’s home. This isn’t my place to fight.â€

She nodded, “Thank you.â€


The two other Riders ran inside and stood by Will. Dex turned to him, “Where’s James?â€

“Long story,†Will said, “Don’t worry about it.â€

Apollo looked at the three, “I’m not going to stand here and fight you,†he hissed.

“Then what are you going to do?†Jesse questioned, “Run and hide, like a coward?â€

“Retreat, like an intelligent warrior,†Apollo answered. He threw his arms out, bursting into fire. He stepped back and another version of himself stepped forward, “Have fun,†he hissed, vanishing.

“A clone?†Will muttered.

“We have this one,†Dex said, “Don’t waste your time on a clone of your enemy. Go and try to find him! He can’t be too far! That wasn’t one of his portals!â€

“Yeah, but we don’t know the range on that fire thing he did,†Will said.

“Hope it’s not far,†Dex told him.

Will nodded and ran off.

[Decade 27. 16:24-16:41]

The Apollo clone lifted his shield and sword and shouted.

The two Riders approached, “Clone or not, we’ll destroy you here! Prepare yourself,†Dex told him. He held his arm up, “I’ll fight you alone.â€

“What?†Jesse questioned as the arm was lifted towards him.

“You’re too weak to beat me alone,†the clone stated, lifting his sword.

Dex began to focus and shout as he drew his arms back. He ran forward.

[Decade 27. 17:54-18:15]

Dex slashed his sword against Apollo and knocked him back. Their blades met and Dex started to push him back again until Apollo swung his sword to the side and pushed the Rider aside.

Dex struck the shield, then their blades clashed. Dex kicked him back into some barrels, where Apollo fell.

“Come on,†Dex said.

The Apollo clone rose, shouting. He ran for Dex, who ran for him. The two ran through some weak walls and faced each other.

[End Decade footage]


Apollo was running when some blasts hit the ground in front of him. Will walked towards him, blaster out, in his normal Legacy form.

“Found you,†Will told him.

“I have no time to waste on you,†Apollo hissed.

“Make time!†Will shouted, extending his sword. He ran for Apollo. Apollo lifted his sword and rushed for Will, clashing their blades together.


[Decade 27. 19:35-20:16]

Dex struck the clone back and clashed his sword into the shield. The clone shouted and got a few slashes into Dex’s torso and threw him back.

Dex rolled and groaned before coming back up to his feet. He leapt for Apollo, shouting.

The clone shouted and threw his shield, which Dex deflected with his sword. It came back, striking Apollo in the chest. Dex followed up with slamming the end of his sword into Apollo’s chest.

“Come on out…,†Apollo shouted, throwing an arm up as he groaned. A portal opened behind Dex and the rhino monster ran out again.

Dex struggled as Jesse ran outside. The monster threw Dex aside.

“Dex!†Jesse shouted, running to his side. He leapt forward and shouted, driving a powered punch into the rhino monster, destroying it.

“We’ll fight together!†Dex shouted.

“Right!†Jesse agreed. The two came into fighting stances. They both came forward, launching themselves at Apollo for a double kick, which crashed into him. He rolled, sparking. Then he burst into red flames.

[Decade 27. 20:26-20:32]

Jesse turned to look at Dex, âaid, “But he was a clone.â€

“We still won,†Dex told him.

[End Decade footage]


Will and Apollo’s blades clashed against each other a few more times before Will ducked and punched him in the chest, forcing him back a few steps. Will leapt forward and shouted, driving a kick into his chest. He span around, slashing him twice before one more punch connected, forcing Apollo to roll back.

“You’ve grown stronger…,†Apollo hissed, “But this is over!†He threw his arms out and a small portal appeared.

“No, it’s not over yet!†Will shouted, swiping a card as he lifted his blaster.

“Blast Attackâ€

As Apollo moved into the portal, Will fired. He heard Apollo cry out as he was struck, and then Apollo fell into the portal as it enveloped him.

Will lowered his blaster, “I still got him…â€


The four Riders and Mina stood together. Dex and Jesse each had a pack on their backs.

“If you’re staying for a bit, we’re going to the next town,†Dex said, “We’ll see if anyone saw the warships being launched. We’ll do our best to locate them.â€

“We appreciate it,†Will said, “Thank you for everything.â€

“We’ll be back in two days,†Dex said, “You can thank us by saving more people here.â€

Will nodded, “Of course we will. This is my home. I’ll fight to free them.â€

Jesse held his hand out, “I was wrong earlier, and I admitted it. But again, I’m sorry.â€

Will shook his hand, “It’s resolved, don’t worry.â€

Jesse gave him a smile and stood beside his mentor.

“Let’s go,†Dex said, and the two headed off.

Will smiled, “We’re home for a few days,†he told Mina, “Let’s make the most of them.â€

She nodded. Will walked off ahead, and she drew the silver item out and turned it over in her hand. She looked at James, then put it back in her pack as she followed Will.
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Chapter 24: Mina’s Challenge

Mina sat alone on the beach, looking at the silver item in her hand. She turned it over and stared at it.

“There’s so much power inside of you,†she said softly. She set it on her lap, “I can’t tap into it though…why? It…it could help us to win this fight. It could help us to save our city. Why can’t I get it?†she muttered angrily.

She looked out at the ocean. “Where did those ships go?†she muttered. She came to her feet and slipped the silver device into her pocket, “Who’s in danger now? Who can’t we protect?â€


Apollo walked through a cave and came to a stop. He threw his hand out, “Are you here?†he called into the darkness.

“I am,†an aged, booming voice responded, echoing.

“Then I have a mission for you, and for your magic,†Apollo stated.

“What is it?†the voice questioned.

“Destroy the two Riders and their female companion. Steal her power for yourself, and return the belts to me!â€

There was a blinding flash.

[Decade 28. 10:36-10:44]

“If that is your will, Apollo, then I shall see it done. I shall see to the destruction of those who oppose us!†the gold figure shouted.

[End Decade footage]

“Use whatever means you require,†Apollo stated, “Anything within the Dynasty, within this city, is yours to command.â€

[Decade 28. 10:47-10:57]

“I know just the beasts to send, in that case. My feral army shall rip them apart, and then it’ll be over.â€

[End Decade footage]

Apollo nodded, “Then you will make a move soon?†he questioned.

[Decade 28. 11:00-11:04]

“I shall make my move this day.â€

[End Decade footage]

Apollo nodded and turned around. “Then do your Dynasty a service and crush them this day!†he shouted.

[Decade 28. 11:10-11:11]

“I shall.â€

[End Decade footage]


“Where have you been?†Will asked Mina as she walked towards him.

“The beach,†she responded.

“Why?†he asked.

“This city is ‘Harper’s Coast’,†she said, “I wanted to be at the coast. You know, the thing we’re named for?â€

He looked at her, “You never really visited the ocean though.â€

“I got nostalgic,†she said, turning to look at him, “We’ve spent so much time alone, I wanted to go and be nostalgic. Believe it or not, I loved the beach as a child. Sure, I may have other places I like now, but this journey…it’s been something else. Maybe I want to revert back to my childhood for a bit.â€

He nodded, “I can believe that,†he said softly, “I went back home. My parents weren’t around, but…but we’re still freeing people from the Dynasty’s control. My time at home was weird. It was strange having my bed again, all my possessions again…it makes me miss home. It makes me miss everything.â€

“We’re close,†she told him, “We’ll be back soon. We’ll be home, properly home, soon.â€

He nodded and smiled, “Yeah, we will.â€

The two heard some screaming and started to run. They moved through the people who were running in panic and Will affixed his belt.

“Do you want James?†she asked, “I can try to get him.â€

“No time!†he said, “Power Ride!†She moved aside.

[Decade 28. 5:06-5:15 (note: edit out Amazon and the other monster)]

The color came to his armor. He ran forward with a shout, engaging two monsters. One was black and the other green, both very animal-like.

He ducked the black one’s punch, grabbed and threw the other one. Will shouted and punched the other one.

[End Decade footage]

[Note: don’t show monsters, I’m assuming there’s no suits on hand for these three, so the camera is focused on Legacy as he just looks in the general direction of where the monsters would be]

Mina fell aside, “Will! There’s a third one!†she shouted.

He looked back, “What?†He looked low, “They’re back,†he muttered. “You want to group up? Ok then!†He swiped a card.

“Legacy Kickâ€

[Decade 28. 5:30-5:35 (note: edit Amazon out)]

Will leapt through his cards and struck, destroying one of them.

[End Decade footage]

Mina threw her arms up as the energy flew around her from the kick.

[Decade 28. 5:43-5:45]

Will engaged the black one again and punched it back.

[End Decade footage]

Will made a move forward, but something blasted him back. He shouted and couldn’t get up from the ground.

“Will!†Mina shouted, running to his side. She touched him, but gold energy stayed there, keeping him down. She stepped back and threw her hand out, focusing. She shouted and the gold energy shattered.

Will came up, panting, “Mina…what was that?†he questioned.

“I don’t know…,†she said, looking at her hand. “But it was powerful.â€


“Your monsters failed!†Apollo shouted.

[Decade 28. 12:10-12:16]

“I learned something. The power of the woman,†the gold figure stated.

[End Decade footage]

“Hm?†Apollo questioned.

The monster’s voice boomed around Apollo, “I will rip the power from her with the magic of my Armlets! And I will steal your energy drainer back!â€

“Very well,†Apollo hissed, “Do it.â€

“I will send the monsters back out then,†the voice hissed. The lights vanished, plunging Apollo into the darkness.


The two walked on a rooftop, looking out at the city. “It’s peaceful,†Mina said, “It’s not real peace, though.â€

“It will be, soon enough,†Will told her, “We repelled Apollo. We’re defeating his monsters.â€

“But Apollo is still here. Somewhere,†Mina reminded him, “We beat him back. He’ll come again.â€

“I know,†Will said, “But we proved that he’s not unbeatable. We’ve shaken him…I hope.â€

“Or we made him want to fight harder,†Mina offered. She moved from the edge, “Will. How long do you think we can keep this up?â€

“Keep what up? Fighting?â€

“Yes,†she responded.

“As long as it takes,†he told her, “We’ll keep going as long as we have to. That’s always been what this is about.â€

“I know, but…I mean, we’re home now,†she said, “Will we be able to keep fighting? Or will we want to stay and defend this place? Make someone else travel and fight the Dynasty?â€

“The Dynasty is our fight,†Will said.

“You can say that all you want, but we’re home,†she said again.

“I won’t let this place blind me to our mission of stopping them,†he said.

“Our mission was to save our home.â€

“We can’t do that until we stop the Dynasty,†he countered.

“But Apollo is here,†she said, “If you defeat him, you defeat the Dynasty. There will be fragments left, of course, but…but then what?â€

“We’ll figure it out when we get there,†he said, “Why?â€

“I’m just wondering about how you feel, that’s all,†she said.

“I feel that we have to see this to the end,†he told her.

“Me too.â€

They both turned as they heard howling. “More?†Will muttered, running to the other side of the rooftop with her.

[Decade 28. 19:19-19:20]

Three monsters stood there. The two from before and a cat Wild.

[End Decade footage]

Will affixed his belt, “Ok, let’s take care of them!†he shouted, “Mina, get back.â€

“Right,†she said, moving away from Will.

[Decade 28. 19:33-19:34]

The three monsters raced forward.

[End Decade footage]

Will lifted his card, “Power…â€

[Decade 28. 19:44-19:46]

Apollo burst into flames as he appeared nearby, walking forward.

[End Decade footage]

“…Apollo!†Will shouted. He thrust the card through his belt, “Power Ride!â€

[Decade 28. 20:05-20:06]

The color came to his armor.

[End Decade footage]

James came running up and put his hand on Mina’s shoulder, lifting his blaster.

“Where’s your belt?†she questioned.

“I’m not fighting,†he said, loading a card. He fired, “I’ll support, though.â€

“Why aren’t you fighting?†she demanded.

“Power Summon! Legend!â€

“Because there’s something more important going on,†he told her, “Come with me.†He grabbed her by the arm and pulled her away.

[Decade 28. 20:08-20:10]

Legend appeared, striking a fighting stance.

[Decade 28. 20:19-20:22]

“Attack,†Apollo hissed, lifting his sword. The monsters ran forward, then he ran after them.

[End Decade footage]

Mina pulled her arm away from James when they were on the ground, “What is it?†she shouted, “Why aren’t you helping Will?â€

“Look,†he said, gesturing to a few people lying on the ground, “Go touch them.â€

She walked over and crouched by one, touching him. A barrier or something repelled her hand, causing her to shake it, as if it hurt.

“What is this?†she hissed.

“I figured you could tell me, or at least give me a guess,†James told her, “That’s why I dragged you away. Something’s going on…â€

“It’s like the gold energy on Will earlier,†she muttered. She rose and threw her hand out. She closed her eyes and took a deep breath. She let out a shout and it all shattered. The people slowly began to stir.

“There’s more,†James said, “I can take you to them.â€

She nodded, “Please do…,†she drew out the device from her pocket. She looked at James, then ran off with him.

[Decade 28. 20:27-20:36]

Will fought with Apollo, evading his strikes. The two continued to shout and counter each other.

Legend punched back the cat monster and missed the next few punches.

[Decade 28. 20:38-20:39]

The cat monster punched Legend back.

[Decade 28. 20:43-20:50]

Will’s sword met Apollo’s shield. The two struggled.

“I’ll destroy you today, Apollo!†Will shouted.

“Try it!†Apollo shouted, thrusting his shield up to break the weapon contact. He slashed Will back.

[Decade 28. 20:57-21:03]

“I’ll crush you today, nothing you do can save you!â€

[Decade 28. 21:12-21:21]

“Come on…let’s finish this!†Apollo screamed, running for Will.

“Let’s do it!†Will shouted, “Power Ride!†He swiped Phi’s card.

“Power Ride! Phi!â€

He ran forward.

[End Decade footage]

One of Legend’s fists began to glow. He leapt forward and threw a punch.

[Decade 28. 21:26-21:27]

The monster he struck exploded.

[End Decade footage]

He ducked the cat monster’s claws and punched it back with a few rapid punches. His fist glowed and he punched it in the chest, sending it flying back.

[Decade 28. 21:26-21:27]

It exploded.

[Decade 28. 21:37-22:11]

The golden figure set down on the ground, “It’s my turn,†it hissed.

Legend punched the mantis monster back before turning and running for the gold monster. Legend leapt with a kick.

“Pathetic!†the gold monster shouted. His chest began to glow and he leapt, returning the kick with one of his own, knocking Legend to the ground. He struggled to rise.

Will backed away and turned, “What?†he shouted, running away. He slashed at the gold monster, who punched him while taking a few slashes. Will was knocked back.

He got up and shouted, running.

“Try this!†the gold monster shouted, his arm glowing. A gold energy blade slashed through Will as he ran.

[End Decade footage]

Legacy hit the ground.

[Decade 28. 22:13-22:17]

Will rose, groaning. Apollo stepped out, “Fear the power of Geldrix,†he hissed.

[Decade 28. 22:30-22:33 (note: edit in lasers)]

As Geldrix and Will struggled, Apollo shot Will in the back a few times.

[End Decade footage]

Will flipped through the air, landing on the ground.

Apollo walked down the street, laughing.

Will rose and shouted, running with his sword out.

[Decade 28. 23:04-23:13]

Apollo and Geldrix struck Will back. He couldn’t land a hit. He shouted with each blow he took.

[Decade 28. 23:15-23:16]

“You’re done!†Apollo shouted, striking him again.

[Decade 29. 0:53-1:12 (note: edit out human Amazon)]

The Legend summon engaged the mantis monster, striking it before changing into the silver sword-wielding form. It slashed the monster and destroyed it before turning and running.

[End Decade footage]


“I can help these people,†Mina told James, turning to him as the gold energy shattered around two more people on the ground, “Go back to Will!â€

“Are you sure?†he asked.

She nodded, “I can handle it…,†she fell to a knee.

“You’re using too much energy!†he told her, helping her back up.

“And what can you do about it?†she questioned, “You can’t give me power or anything…just let me do this. I’ll be fine…â€

James looked at her, “You’re going to use that device, aren’t you?†he asked.

“I haven’t figured out how to tap into it yet,†she admitted, “So no…â€

He looked at her and sighed, “Ok, I’m going. Good luck,†James told her, running off.

Mina turned to the next group of people and drew out the silver device from her pocket. She closed her eyes and focused. It began to softly glow.


[Decade 29. 1:13-1:44 (note: edit in lasers)]

Will was struck back again, and then punched back by Geldrix. Geldrix suddenly shouted as he was struck from behind.

“Come on,†James said.

Geldrix turned, growling.

“James?†Will questioned.

“Mina sent me back,†he told Will, “I’ll help you. You’re in over your head, after all.â€

They focused on the armlet the monster wore.

“Do you feel that power?†Will questioned, drawing up his sword.

“The power within the Armlet is greater than yours!†Apollo cried out as he lifted his sword.

“I’ll show you!†Geldrix shouted.

James fired on Geldrix while Apollo and Will clashed their swords.

Apollo slashed Will back.

[End Decade footage]


“Go!†Mina shouted to the people. They began to run, and finally there were no more lying around, it seemed. She sat down on the ground and rested her head in her hands. “There’s so much power here,†she said to herself, “Apollo stole all of this from others, though…who were they? What happened to them?â€

She drew it up and looked at it, “Whoever you were, I’ll make sure to defeat Apollo,†she said softly, “I’ll make sure to help in his downfall. You’ll be freed, you’ll be saved. I hope. But for now, please, lend me your power so that I can be of greater assistance…â€

The silver object glowed a bit. She slowly lifted it, placing it over her face, as Apollo had worn it on his helmet. The thing flashed and she was lying on the ground, with the device at her side, flashing slowly.


[Decade 29. 3:04-3:48]

The Riders continued to fight, but were beat back by their opponents.

“This isn’t good,†Will told James.

“I can see that! You don’t need to point it out!†James told him.

“Sorry,†Will told him.

“I have a plan,†James said, “Don’t worry.†He drew some cards up, “We just need some help!†He aimed his blaster up and fired.

“Power Summon! Breeze!â€

“Power Summon! Roar!â€

“Power Summon! Slash!â€

The three Riders appeared. Slash attacked Apollo, while the other two went after Geldrix.

“You’re too weak!†Apollo shouted as he slashed at his foe.

“I’m going to check on Mina,†James told Will as the Riders fought their foes.

“What?†Will questioned.

“Invisibleâ€

Will sighed, “Great…,†he muttered, “I’m alone again.â€

He turned and walked away, his form vanishing.

The summons were being beaten back easily.

[End Decade footage]

The two men ran and saw Mina lying on the ground. They called her name and crouched at her side.

She groaned and looked at them, “You two…,†she said softly. She slowly came up as Will picked up the silver item.

“You…you gave her this?†he shouted at James.

“It was always for her,†James said, “If Apollo was stealing powers to make himself stronger, I figured our resident psychic might have a use for it.â€

“You may have put her in danger!†Will shouted, “Who knows what this thing does?â€

“Will,†Mina said softly.

“James!†Will shouted, “How…â€

“Stop!†Mina shouted. Will slid back across the ground, as if pushed.

“Mina…,†James said softly.

She held her arm out. The thing floated back into her hand, “I absorbed some of the power from within it. I’ve grown stronger because of it.â€

“But at what cost?†Will questioned, “This was Apollo’s! Who knows what sort of evil might be within it? Within…â€

“Within me?†she questioned, shaking her head, “No. It’s the power stolen from others. I feel them. I feel their regret, their pain. Their power. Nothing else. I have promised them to see to Apollo’s defeat, and that’s what I shall do.â€

“Mina,†Will said softly as he approached, “You don’t have to do this.â€

“Do what? Fight?†she questioned, “For so long I’ve been acting as your support. I’ve been tracking down the enemies we couldn’t find, I’ve been acting as distractions. I’ve been doing whatever I can, but rarely have I fought. Things are changing. We’re home. This isn’t an ordinary fight right now, this is for our home, for the people we know and we love.

“For this fight, at least, I’m joining in. I will do whatever I have to in order to help protect and free our home from these people. This time you two aren’t alone, and you can’t stop me from joining in. Not this time.â€

James put his hand on her shoulder, “I see where you’re coming from, and I support you. But please, don’t get yourself hurt.â€

“I’ll do my best not to,†she said, “But I can’t make promises.â€

Will nodded, “If this is what you want, who am I to stop you?†he asked.

She smiled.


“It is done,†Apollo told Geldrix as the two stood on a rooftop overlooking the city. The monster turned to see Apollo holding a silver object in his hand.

It floated between them, and Geldrix held his left arm out. The thing floated over and merged into his arm, now being worn like a band, similar to the golden one on his right arm.

“So much more power,†he hissed.

Apollo nodded, “It is very similar to my device,†Apollo stated, touching his helmet, “I’ll get it back soon enough, and the two of us shall crush this petty resistance.â€

“If it were as petty as you think, we’d have crushed them by now,†Geldrix stated.

“Very true,†Apollo responded, “Perhaps I’ve been thinking too little of the Riders up until now…â€

“It doesn’t matter,†Geldrix said, taking a step towards the ledge, “I’ll destroy them!â€


[Decade 29. 14:24-14:32]

The black sphere floated down, with Geldrix within it. “With the power of these Armlets…,†he hissed.

[Decade 29. 14:43-15:08]

“I will draw out power beyond what those Riders have ever seen. I shall crush them beneath my heel for the glory of the Dynasty! For you!â€

Apollo nodded, “Lay waste to them. Destroy them, and recover our equipment, so that our conquest will be complete!â€

“Legacy Kickâ€

“What?†Apollo hissed, turning around to see Will throwing his kick forward.

“That won’t work!†Geldrix shouted, intercepting with his own kick. Both were knocked back.

[Decade 29. 15:10-15:13]

Both fell to the ground. Will shouted as his form faded.

[End Decade footage]

Will lay on the ground, groaning.

Geldrix rose to his feet and moved towards Will.

Mina stepped forward and threw her hand out with a cry. Geldrix shouted as he was driven back. He clutched his head, “What…what is this?†he screamed.

“This is the power of those who were abused by the Dynasty! These are the voices of those who stand against you!†she shouted.

Apollo approached, “You…return my device to me!†he shouted, “I feel it within you. I feel the power!â€

“No,†Mina hissed, “This power belongs to me now, until I can crush the Dynasty. Then it will be returned to those who are the rightful owners!â€

[Decade 29. 15:58-16:08]

“We’ll destroy you here,†Apollo hissed, “Prepare yourselves!â€

“I will show you just how powerful I am, even with only one Armlet!†Geldrix shouted.

[End Decade footage]

“You keep saying you’ll destroy us, but we’re still here,†Will said as he came to Mina’s side, “Maybe if you say it a few more times, it’ll be true.â€

[Decade 29. 16:31-16:34]

“This time you will be destroyed,†Geldrix hissed.

[End Decade footage]

“No, that’s your fate,†Mina said, throwing her hand forward.

Geldrix and Apollo stumbled back and gripped their heads.

“Power Ride!†Will shouted, running forward.

The two looked up.

Will shouted as he ran for them and Mina stepped back.

[Decade 29. 16:55-16:57]

The two enemies prepared themselves and rushed forward.

[End Decade footage]

Will clashed his sword with Apollo a few times while Geldrix ran past. He rushed for Mina who threw her arm out, blasting him aside. He rolled and threw his arm out, throwing her to the ground.

“I have powers too,†he hissed.

“Mine…mine are superior!†she shouted as she rose to her feet and threw both hands out. Geldrix collapsed to his knees, screaming before being blasted back.

Apollo slashed Will back and laughed. He came to his feet and sheathed his weapon.

[Decade 29. 17:05-1706]

He typed into his secondary transformation device quickly.

[End Decade footage]

“No!†Geldrix shouted, running for Will.

[Decade 29. 17:09-17:16]

Will evaded his punch and kept typing.

“Beetâ€

“Railâ€

“Fangâ€

He evaded another punch.

“Legacyâ€

He struck Geldrix back and drew his hand over his sword as he ran forward, shouting.

[End Decade footage]

Will span around, slashing at Apollo as Mina threw her hand towards him.

[Decade 29. 17:24-17:30]

He shouted as he was struck back and stumbled away. “So much raw power…,†he hissed, vanishing into a portal.

[End Decade footage]

Mina threw her arm out and shouted, blasting Geldrix back. He shouted as he took a few more steps back as she threw more bursts out.

[Decade 29. 17:34-17:37]

Will slashed at him, but Geldrix ducked. He was blasted from behind and shouted.

[Decade 29. 17:45-18:30 (note: edit in lasers)]

Ender ran for Geldrix, firing on him. They reached each other. James continued to evade every blow Geldrix threw at him and lifted a card, “Let’s try this one!†he shouted. He fired as he evaded some more strikes.

“Clone Attackâ€

Four copies of Ender appeared and they all attacked. One of them tore the Armlet from Geldrix’s arm.

“No!†he shouted.

The clones faded as James held it in his hand, “And there we go,†he held it up, “Your power is limited now.â€

A card appeared in Will’s hand. He looked at it, then looked to James as he slotted it.

The Armlet vanished, appearing on Will’s arm.

“What?†James shouted.

[Decade 29. 18:39-18:44]

Will slashed Geldrix a few times and touched an icon on his belt.

“Phiâ€

“Surgeâ€

[End Decade footage]

Mina held her hand out and blasted Geldrix to the ground. “Now that you have no powers left, feel mine!†she shouted, “You used powers to subjugate people. Apollo stole powers, and no doubt fed some to you. Feel those powers now! This is what justice can do with them!â€

Geldrix cried out and threw his hand out, countering her powers, “I still have some of my own left…,†he hissed.

“Not enough,†she said, throwing her second arm up. He was blasted to the ground with a shout. “Finish him, Will!â€

[Decade 29. 18:53-18:59 (note: blur out the slight shot of Amazon’s arm)]

Geldrix rose, shouting.

Will held his card up, “Got it, Mina.†He slotted it and hit the side of his belt.

[End Decade footage]

James held his blaster up.

“Gate Blastâ€

[Decade 29. 19:03-19:06 (note: add a flash effect to the double finisher from Legacy, in order to obscure Amazon)]

Geldrix threw his arm out and shouted as he raced forward.

The combined shots from the three Riders struck, pushing the monster back. He rolled.

[Decade 29. 19:08-19:12]

The two lowered their weapons and Phi vanished.

Will ran his hand over his sword.

[End Decade footage]

“You’re still standing,†Mina said, closing her eyes.

Geldrix looked at her, “I can take your power yet!†he shouted, running at her, “I’ll become strong again!â€

“No, you won’t,†she said, walking between the two Riders. She threw her hand forward, her body glowing.

He froze in his tracks and cried out as he started to spark.

[Decade 29. 19:31-19:32 (note: impose Mina over the brief shot of Amazon)]

There was an explosion, and the three stood there.

[End Decade footage]

“We got him,†Mina said as the other two undid their transformations.


The three stood around on a rooftop, looking at the city.

“With that monster gone, I think most of this is taken care of,†James said.

Will nodded, “And Dex and Jesse return tomorrow, so we can leave.â€

“You want to leave?†James questioned, “Apollo isn’t defeated, and this is your home.â€

“But it’s not your home,†Will said, “I know your home is occupied by the Dynasty.â€

“You’d leave to help me?†James questioned.

“You’ve helped us for so long,†Will told him, “Of course.â€

James smitomorrow we’ll head out for my home.â€

They turned around to see Apollo approaching slowly.

“You destroyed Geldrix,†he stated, “Good work. I want my power back.â€

Mina stepped forward while the other two put on their belts. She held the device in hand, “This?†she questioned.

[Decade 28. 20:58-21:03]

He held his hand out, “Return it! Or I’ll make it very painful for you three.â€

[End Decade footage]

Mina nodded, “Fine,†she said, “Take it!†She threw it towards him.

“Power Ride!†Will hissed as he swiped his card.

[Decade 28. 21:07-21:13]

He held his hand out. Will raised his blaster and fired, destroying it before it reached Apollo.

The shards hit the ground at Apollo’s feet.

“No! How dare you?†he shouted.

[End Decade footage]

“You should go,†Mina said, throwing her hand out. Apollo stumbled back, grabbing his head, groaning. He turned and vanished into flames.

She lowered her arm, “That’s taken care of,†she said, “I hold most of their power yet. We’ll defeat him soon, and then I’ll release this power back into the world.â€

Will nodded as his form faded. He put his hand on Mina’s shoulder, “You did a great job today, Mina.â€

She nodded, “Thank you.â€

James moved in front of them, “Well, shall we go and greet our returning allies?â€

The two nodded to him. The three set off.

“And then in the morning, we leave,†Will said.

“Yes, to my home,†James said softly, “To Ever Village.â€
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Chapter 25: Anders’ Past

James walked along the row of trees, looking around, a small smile on his face. He stopped and put his hands in his pockets as he looked down at a small part of the village. “Ever Village. Home.â€

He made his way down towards it and walked past the few buildings that sat there. He looked around, “At least there’s no sign of the Dynasty…but there’s no sign of anyone… What happened here?†he asked himself quietly.

He walked onto the road and looked out ahead, “Up there is where it all happened…,†he muttered. He looked down, “If…if only things had been different that day…â€


[Decade 23. 6:27-6:31 (note: edit in time stamp: “Five months agoâ€)]

Three Riders were on the outside of a building. One flipped off of the balcony with a shout, joining the other two. The three came together, one red, one green, and one yellow. Each one had a large “A†on the side of their helmet and chest, as well as shoulder armor.

“Be ready,†the yellow one said as they ran forward.

[Decade 23. 6:32-6:39]

He shouted as he fought black roach-like monsters back.

The green one shouted as he fought more of them back. The red one shouted – a woman – and fought off one.

[Decade 23. 6:41-6:50]

She shouted as one got her from behind and held on. Another struck her in the chest.

The green one took some blows. The red Rider fell to the ground and was struck repeatedly.

“No!†the yellow one shouted as he took a series of blows as well.

“Lucas!†the red Rider shouted.

[End Decade footage]

James was hiding behind a tree, watching, “No…no!†he shouted, moving from his cover, “Lucas! You have to keep fighting!â€

The green Rider rose and kicked a roach back.

[Decade 23. 7:01-7:04]

“Tasha! Lucas! We need to fall back!†He turned and pushed past some roaches.

[Decade 23. 7:05-7:08]

“Lucas is still…,†Tasha started, then shouted and ran off.

[End Decade footage]

Lucas rose, his armor flickering. It vanished and a dark haired young man stood there. More roaches closed in on him. “Come on!†he shouted, kicking one back. He turned and kicked another one, but one thrust him to the ground.

“Brother!†James shouted, running out from behind the cover. He shouted and kicked a roach back, reaching down for his brother. “Come on, get up! Please!â€

Lucas came up to his feet, but he swayed, “James…this…this is the place they’re all coming from. If we can destroy this building, we can stop them…â€

“How?†James questioned. He pulled Lucas back as more roaches approached.

“Take my belt,†he said, reaching for his waist. He gripped the belt, but it remained in place, “You’ll have to fight.â€

“No…I can’t fight!†James told him, “I’m not like you! I’m not Rider material!â€

“You have a drive to protect. You are my brother. You are a strong man. Show them…show them your power!†Lucas screamed out as the monsters dragged him away.

“Lucas!†James shouted. He turned and ran into the building. He ducked past two more roaches as he came into a room with multiple computers. He ran towards one of them and started to hit it and do whatever damage he could.

It started to break down and shut off. He moved to another and slammed a chair into it. Roaches ran inside, but he was already on the move. He moved to another monitor, but a deck of cards sat there. He picked them up as he ran, getting outside. He looked back and kept running, but then he stopped suddenly as a portal appeared around him.

“No…,†he muttered, “No…â€

It shattered and a belt formed in his hand. He looked at it. “Why aren’t I gone? Why didn’t they take me?†He looked back and then lowered the belt to his waist. “Oh well. Their mistake.†He flipped through the deck and then tucked it into his pocket as he drew his hand out. The belt flashed and a card appeared in his hand, which he slid over his belt.

“Power Ride!â€


James shook his head, “So many mistakes that day. So much…so much more could have been different if only…if only I’d been strong enough to become Ace!†he shouted. He turned around as he heard movement, seeing two black roaches behind him. “So, you guys are fast to respond,†he muttered. He lifted his belt and showed it to them, “Yeah, I still have this. And yes, I’ll tear through you like I tore through your allies five months ago.†He turned to face them, loading it onto his waist. “Power Ride!â€


“I wish James were here,†Mina told Will as the two walked through the woods.

“Why?†Will asked as he pushed a branch aside.

“Well, we’re in his hometown. We don’t know what this place is like, or where we’re going. He never told me what happened here, anyway. Did he mention it to you?â€

Will shook his head, “No. All I know is that the Dynasty took it over a few months ago.â€

“Same,†Mina said. As Will reached up to grab a branch, she flicked her wrist, causing it to move. He nodded and walked onwards. She followed just behind him. “So, what do you think?†she asked.

“About what?†Will questioned.

“About this place,†she said, “This is personal for James. He attacked you to get his shot at Apollo in our hometown. What do you think he’d do here, in his own?â€

“I think he’d save it,†Will said. He stopped and looked back at Mina, “What are you getting at?â€

“He’s driven, just like we are. But James is…he’s harder to keep under control. He has a temper when it comes to the Dynasty, it seems like. I don’t know how else to really put it. We should watch him, make sure he doesn’t do something stupid.â€

“Well,†Will gestured out, “we can’t. He’s not here, and we don’t know where he is, or quite where we’re going.â€

“You don’t know where you’re going, you mean,†she said, “I can detect the village.â€

“And am I going the right way?†he asked.

“I wouldn’t be following you if you weren’t,†Mina told him. “Not too much farther.â€

He nodded, “Can you feel anyone?†he asked.

“I feel people,†she said, “Don’t worry.â€

“But are they people, or those machine soldiers again?†Will asked, “Or something else?â€

“They’re human. I can feel that much,†she said.

“Good.â€

The two came out of the woods soon enough, but were greeted by a black roach-like monster.

“Mina!†Will called as he lifted his belt.

“I don’t know why I can’t feel it!†she responded, throwing her hand out. It was thrown back, “Go!†she shouted.

He loaded the belt and lifted his card, “Power…â€

As the monster got up, a man ran out of the woods and tackled it, knocking it back. A woman came out after him, shaking her head.

“Do you have to do something like that, Vic?†she questioned, wearing a belt on her waist.

“Well, yeah,†Vic said, putting his belt on as he moved back to join her, “I mean, they can detect it when we transform, after all.â€

“But you can’t beat it without the belt,†she told him, “You just knocked it down for a few moments.â€

Vic sighed, “There’s no winning with you, Tasha.â€

Will and Mina looked at the two of them. Vic looked and smiled back, “Another Rider? Hold on,†he said, “We’ll show you how Ace employees handle this!â€

“Wait, Ace?†Will shouted.

“Power Ride!†both of them shouted as they triggered their belts. Energy cards flew forward.

[Decade 22. 8:08-8:27 (note: edit out man at about 8:14)]

The cards passed over, forming their red and green armors.

“Ok, let’s make this quick,†Tasha said.

“Got it!†Vic said, punching one fist into his other hand.

Both ran forward, but the roach ran to meet them.

Vic punched but the monster leapt over it and struck him. The two Riders kept striking and evading blows from the roach until they kicked it back, causing it to roll away.

[End Decade footage]

“This thing seems tough,†Will said, lifting his card, “Power Ride!â€

He swiped the card through his belt.

[Decade 22. 8:39-9:09]

His armor took color and he ran forward, drawing his sword.

The other two Riders moved into a defensive stance.

Will shouted as he slashed the monster a few times.

Both other Riders lifted their namesake weapons. Both slashed a card through.

“Powerâ€

The weapons began to glow with energy. Vic shouted and slashed at the roach while Tasha fired an arrow. The attacks destroyed the roach.

Lance moved forward, pointing his weapon, “Who are you anyway?†They moved forward, “That belt seems familiar…â€

“I’m an ally,†Will stated.

[End Decade footage]

“We’re travelers,†Mina said, “We’re here to help free this place from the Dynasty.â€

She and Will turned and looked around. Roaches were coming from the forest.

“No!†Vic shouted, “There are too many!â€

“I still can’t feel them,†Mina muttered.

[Decade 22. 9:19-9:27]

Will looked back, “Think we can take them?†Will asked.

“No, we can’t,†Vic said as they backed away.

“Come on!†Tasha shouted as she ran off with Vic.

Will looked a bit, “Alright…come on, Mina!†He ran off.

[End Decade footage]

The three Riders and Mina came to a stop in the woods. Everyone undid their belts, returning to normal form.

“So, you know Ace?†Tasha asked Will.

Will nodded and drew out Spade’s cards, “We met them. Worked with them too.â€

“Wait…,†Vic took the card from Will’s hand, “That’s why it looks familiar! That’s…â€

“I know, a Dynasty belt,†Will said, “We’ve been over this before. I’m not Dynasty.†He gestured to Mina, “We’re not.â€

“And why should we trust you?†Tasha questioned, “Sure, you helped us destroy a roach, but…â€

“You’re Ace employees. Talk to Commander North!†Mina told them.

“You know what, I’m not getting into this,†Tasha said, “Sure, we should be suspicious, but if there’s anything I’ve learned in these five months, it’s that sometimes we’re too suspicious.â€

“Oh, that’s it?†Will asked, “We’re good?â€

“No,†Vic said, shaking his head, “I mean, we’re not going to steal your belt or anything. Or talk about plans or anything important in front of you. We’re going to watch you until we can confirm.â€

“Just call your boss,†Mina said.

“There’s a perimeter around this village,†Tasha said, “We’d have to leave it to get a signal out.â€

“Then why don’t you?†Will asked.

“Because you can enter, but if you leave, the enemy knows where you are. They’ll hunt us. We had issues with one roach, imagine an army,†Tasha said.

“Ok, so, let’s summarize,†Mina said, “You only somewhat trust us. You’re not going to give us any real information. You’re all trapped inside this village’s perimeter, or the enemy finds you. You can’t get a signal out either, so you’re forced to trust us, or be wary. So, if we offer to fight by your side, your answer is…?â€

“We’ll fight with you, but we’ll be watching you carefully at the same time,†Tasha said.

“Fine,†Will said, “Ok, so, what do we do?â€

“What do you mean?†Vic asked.

“Where’s the enemy?â€

“Who knows?†Vic said, “We’re basically a two-person resistance team. There’s no actual enemy that we know of. Just an army of roaches that never seems to end.â€

Mina and Will looked at each other, “So…we’re stuck here for a while then,†Will said.

Mina nodded, “It sounds like that…â€

“Come on,†Tasha said, “I don’t like being this close to the attack. We’re going to keep moving.â€

They ran on and pushed through the woods.


James looked at the village, sitting behind a tree. He sighed, “So close…yet…yet where is the enemy? There has to be an enemy. There has to be something to defeat! Some way to actually save my home…â€

He moved back and looked away from the village, “Lucas…I wish I’d been stronger that day. I wish I could have become Power Rider Ace. I wish…I wish I could have given us all time to regroup and fight back. I was too weak and…and our home fell.â€


“I’m going to do something important with my life!†the older child said.

The younger one looked at him as they both sat on the swing set. “What are you going to do?†the younger asked, “Are you going to be a policeman? A firefighter?â€

“I don’t know,†the older one said, “But it’ll be something. Something better than both!â€

“What’s better than those?†the young one asked.

“A hero!â€

“But they are heroes!â€

“A firefighter goes and puts our fires. A policeman helps people. A doctor heals people. I want to be all of them, and more!â€

“What job is that?â€

“I don’t know, but someday I’ll do it. You can do it too James!â€

“I can’t,†the young James told his brother, “But I believe in you! Go do it!â€

Lucas smiled, “Someday I will,†he said.


Lucas stood in a dark uniform at the swing set. James stood there in his Golden Grove uniform.

“You were accepted,†Lucas said with a smile, “I knew my brother could do it.â€

“Yeah, but that only means so much,†James said, “I don’t know what I’m going to do with my life yet.â€

“You have time,†Lucas told him, “Don’t worry.â€

“But you always knew what you wanted, so that’s easy for you to say,†James said, “I’m…what, ten years behind?â€

Lucas laughed, “Ok, maybe my dreams as a child were a bit farfetched. I mean, being a Rider doesn’t make me a firefighter or a medic.â€

“But you still help people. You still do what you wanted to all those years ago. You get to be a hero.â€

“You’ll be in college though. You won’t get to see it,†Lucas said.

“I’ll be back next summer,†James told his brother, “And by then you’ll be trained. I’m looking forward to seeing that.â€

Lucas smiled, “Next summer, then.â€

The two brothers shook hands and looked at each other, then pulled into a hug.


Again the two brothers stood at the swing set. James still wore his uniform from college, but his brother wore normal clothes again, and a belt.

“I see things went well for you,†James said, “You’re here now. Is Ever Village that important that they sent a Rider here?â€

“Three Riders,†Lucas told him, “This is our home. Of course it’s important.â€

“But important enough to send three Riders?†James asked.

Lucas smiled, “It’s temporary.â€

“How temporary?†James asked.

“Temporary enough that we need someone to drive a support vehicle, and your summer off is just about long enough.â€

“You’d let me come with you into danger?†James asked.

“No, not quite,†Lucas said, “Parked just outside of danger. How’s that?â€

James smiled, “A chance to work with my brother? I’m in.â€

Lucas smiled and the two brothers embraced.

“What will you need me to do?†James asked his brother.

“Field support. We’ll get you a vehicle, a communication system, things like that. You’ll be close, but you won’t be in the danger.â€

“What if I want to be in the danger?†he asked.

Lucas smiled, “You’re my brother. I appreciate you wanting to put yourself in that position, but I can’t let you.â€

James sighed, “You’re not a cool brother, you know that?â€

Lucas laughed, “Oh come on, I’m plenty cool. I’m letting you be a part of this, after all.â€

James smiled, “Yeah. Thanks.â€


James stood up and walked away. “I need to find the others,†he muttered, “Tasha and Vic have to be here yet, somewhere. They wouldn’t give up.â€


Mina held the belts in her hand while the group sat by a river in the woods.

“If you don’t trust us, why give her your belts?†Will asked the two Ace Riders.

Vic shrugged, “It was Tasha’s idea.â€

She shot him a look and then looked to Will, “Because as much as we say we don’t entirely trust you, we still trust you to some degree. Besides, she’s psychic. If you’re the enemy, we’re done either way, right?â€

“I guess?†Will said, “I don’t know.â€

“You would be,†Mina said, not looking at them.

“Or so you say,†Vic told her.

“Trust me. Believe what I say,†Mina said. She set the belts down, “I don’t know if I did anything, but I may have cloaked them for a bit. I’d say you have a few minutes of transformation time before they can detect you again.â€

Tasha picked up her belt and looked at it, “Ok, so we need a plan then. Months ago there was a facility where the roaches were coming from. It was a Dynasty laboratory. We could hit that, but I’m pretty sure they’ve moved by now, since the entire village is theirs.â€

“We don’t have anywhere to strike then,†Vic commented, “Unless we want to get a sneak attack on the ones in the village itself.â€

“Don’t worry, I’ll help too,†Will said.

“And I,†Mina told them.

Tasha nodded, “We need the help.â€

“I have the feeling that you actually trust us, but you’re just trying to play suspicious,†Mina said, “Maybe because you’ve gone so long on your own?â€

Tasha smiled at her, “Smart girl. But there’s more than that.â€

“What would that be?†Mina questioned.

They heard movement around them. “Maybe they are traitors,†Vic muttered, “The roaches found us.â€

“We stopped,†Tasha said, “It’s not like we went too far. Besides, the perimeter is just ahead. It wasn’t hard to find us here. We were cornered.â€

“I guess,†Vic muttered.

“You two hide,†Tasha said, “Go in the woods, watch. We don’t want the enemy to know more fighters are here. We’ve got this group.â€

Will and Mina nodded and moved into the trees.

“Let’s do it,†Vic said, reaching for his belt.

“Power Ride!†both shouted.

[Decade 22. 15:07-15:26 (note: edit in lasers)]

The cards finished giving them their armor and they ran forward. The two Riders engaged the three roaches and were being overwhelmed. They shouted as they were struck around.

Something blasted the roaches in the back, taking them down.

[End Decade footage]

Both Riders picked themselves up, “What was that?†Tasha called.

Will and Mina glanced out from the trees, “Is that James?†Will muttered.

Mina nodded, “Yeah, I feel him…â€

James was running out of the tree cover, holding his blaster, belt on his waist.

[Decade 22. 15:29-15:31]

“James Anders…,†Vic muttered.

[End Decade footage]

“Power Ride!†James shouted as he ran, swiping the card over his belt.

[Decade 22. 15:33-16:37 (note: edit in lasers)]

His armor formed as he ran.

“James Anders!†Vic shouted.

James ran past him, at two roaches. He engaged them and fought the third. The two Riders watched as he kept fighting.

“I’ll end this!†he shouted, drawing a card. He leapt over the roaches and loaded it.

“Gate Blastâ€

He charged and fired, destroying the monsters.

“That belt,†Vic muttered, “Those powers…†He looked to Tasha, “You see it too, right?†he asked angrily.

“Yeah,†she responded.

He moved forward, “James…you have some explaining to do…â€

“What?†James questioned as Vic threw a punch at him. “Hey! I’m…,†James started as Vic grabbed him, “a friend!â€

“No, you’re not!†Vic shouted, “You betrayed us! Just like…â€

Tasha moved towards them and then explosions struck around them. More roaches came running, so the three Riders stood together. A red blur struck, and Will stood behind them, sword in hand as they exploded.

“I think someone needs to explain some things,†Will said as he sheathed his weapon on his hip.

[End Decade footage]


The group walked and talked as they went through the woods.

“What were you saying about me betraying you?†James questioned Vic, “Just like who?â€

Vic shook his head, “I have nothing to say to you.â€

Tasha remained silent. James looked to her, “Tasha?â€

“I…don’t know what to tell you,†she said.

“So, Vic attacks me, then nobody explains it,†James said, “I thought we were friends!â€

“Look, things are complicated,†Tasha said, “We’re trying to save our home, we’ll deal with this later.â€

“We have four Riders now,†Mina said, “I think there’s a good chance at taking out their headquarters, wherever it may be.â€

“I know where it is,†James muttered.

Vic stopped, but said nothing.

“How do you know that?†Tasha questioned.

“I was spying on the village,†James responded, “I snuck around a bit. If nothing else, I found a monster commanding them. I can lead us there.â€

Vic shook his head, but Tasha shot him a look. She nodded, “Yeah, let’s check it out.â€


They came out of the woods and moved onto a road which sat empty ahead of them. The group of five moved on.

“I don’t like being this exposed,†Tasha muttered.

[Decade 22. 20:30-20:36]

Numerous roaches leapt into view, impeding their path. A monster stepped forward as well, wielding a sword and shield, looking insect-like itself.

[End Decade footage]

“That was the leader,†James said, loading his belt onto his waist.

“Let’s deal with them quickly,†Will said.

Mina moved, going to cover as everyone put on their belts.

“Power Ride!†the four shouted at once, swiping cards or opening belts.

[Decade 22. 20:43-23:16]

Everyone stood, armored.

“Go,†the monster hissed, sending the roaches forward. He walked after them. The Riders engaged the roaches.

The leader moved for Will, then shouted as he swung his sword down. The roaches moved to avoid being struck. Will evaded and took hits from roaches in the process.

Tasha and Vic kept fighting. Will fought roaches and the leader at the same time. James continued to fight without firing. The Riders kept up their individual fights for now.

Vic used his lance and shouted, slashing through some roaches with his charged attack.

“Powerâ€

He destroyed five.

“Powerâ€

Tasha fired, destroying more.

“Power Summon! Omicron Troopers!â€

Troopers ran from James’ summon, rushing at the roaches. The roaches were destroyed and the summons faded.

“James!†Vic shouted as he and Tasha came up from behind. James turned back to look. He rested his lance on his shoulders, “Good job fightiup.â€

“Thanks,†James told him.

Vic lowered his lance back to the ground, “Of course,†he ran forward, “You’re a traitor!†he shouted, swinging. James shouted and ducked him. Vic continued to swing at him.

Will kicked his enemies back and lifted his other belt. He loaded a card and pressed the buttons.

“Legendâ€

“Grandâ€

“Dragon Knightâ€

“Phiâ€

“Spadeâ€

“Echoâ€

“Beetâ€

“Railâ€

“Fangâ€

He touched his own emblem.

“Legacyâ€

“All Riders Combine†rang out.

His armor changed forms and the monsters ran at him.

He slashed through them, shouting. He moved his belt and hit a button.

“Fangâ€

“Emperorâ€

He turned and his cards changed as a regal form of Fang appeared. Both did the same motions and lifted their swords. They shouted, sending shockwaves from their slashes, wiping out the roaches.

James evaded every swing of the lance, shouting at Vic, “Stop this!†he shouted.

“No!†Vic shouted at him. “You’re just like your brother!†he screamed, thrusting his lance for James, striking him.

[End Decade footage]

James picked himself up, groaning.

[Decade 23. 0:35-0:37]

Vic slashed him again, into the wall.

[Decade 23. 0:38-0:45]

James rolled and took another thrust to the chest, going back. He took a slash to the chest next.

[End Decade footage]

James lay on the ground. Vic stood there, looking down at him. “You and your brother betrayed us! He was working with them! He joined the Dynasty! If you stayed behind that day, that means you had to be with them as well! That, and your Dynasty belt makes enough proof for me!â€

Tasha said nothing as James looked at her.

“I’m not a traitor,†he hissed.

“You’re a traitor,†Vic hissed, “You’re the enemy, not the savior of this village. This isn’t your home anymore, James!â€

James glared at him, “This is my village…this is my home…,†he rose to his feet, “And my brother was not a traitor!†he screamed.
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22: 8:08-8:27, 8:39-9:09, 9:19-9:27, 14:45-14:48, 15:07-15:26, 15:29-15:31, 15:33-16:37, 20:30-20:36, 20:43-23:16

23: 0:35-0:37, 0:38-0:45, 6:27-6:31, 6:32-6:39, 6:41-6:50, 7:01-7:04, 7:05-7:08

Total: 5:13
 
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