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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.
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.