Dragon Ball LoF

The Ritual

*the three cloaked figures kneel to King collectively, shaken by his overwhelming presence* *dragon ball super dystopian future theme plays*

???1: *gulps, not expecting such an aura from him* 
???2: *chuckling to himself, shaking back in forth in sadistic excitement*
???3: … *kneeling still, staying vigilant before him*
King: I demand an answer from those who revived me. Why have you disturbed my eternal rest? *stares down at them, crossing his arms* My patience runs thin.
???1: M-my lord, w-we—!! *flustered beyond belief in his gaze, however the man in the black robe speaks over her*
???3: We have brought you back to reclaim our stolen glory, oh great King. Just as your life was taken so suddenly, as was ours once before. Together, we can make those who destroyed our lives repent for their sins… 
King: … *walks up to the man in black robes* Repent for their sins, you say? I see. *hears the girl in the red robes shaking a bit, visibly unstable in her posture* What's wrong with you, girl?
???1: U-uhhm… you see… Y-you didn't come back with any… g-garments…
King: …? *looks down, then sighs* 
???1: I-I'm sorry my lord—!! *bows more, looking away in shame*
King: I understand your concern, do not repent.
???2: Ohuehue…! I could grab you some clothing if you wish, my lord!
King: Make haste, sickly man.
???2: Right away!! *gets up quickly and jogs over to the next room*
King: *looks at his hands; his pads flaming with pure ki, unlike what he's used to* …This isn't my full body, I'm assuming.
???3: Yes my lord. We have commenced in fourty-three sacrifices in your honor, grabbing the strongest warriors we could find in this side of the solar system.
King: If these warriors couldn't best the likes of you three, they simply weren't strong to begin with. *glances over at the man in black* State your names, all of you.
???3: My name is Azrael, the ex-God of Death. It is the utmost honor to finally be in your presence, my lord.
???1: I-I… *gulps, still looking away to be respectful to him* My name is Cassiel, the ex-God of Solitude…! It's an honor, my lord!
???2: Don't forget little ol' me! *rushes in and bows to King, holding up the loose white clothes for him* I'm Harut, the once-proclaimed God of Blood! A true honor to be of your service, hahaha! *can't help but to laugh with a cracked voice*
King: I'm glad to know the names of those who brought me back from the dead. *slips on the white cotton clothes, feeling accustomed to the size almost immediately* I'm sure you all know who I am, so I will keep my greetings to myself. *walks over to the stairs across from them, seeing it leads up to a throne* *says in his head* They truly see me like royalty, don't they? Considering how much time has passed, I wouldn't be surprised. In this age, no man may match my strength. *starts to walk up the stairs, making his way towards the throne beckoning him* They expect me to listen to their wishes, thinking I sympathize with them. Weak, all of them. They must understand their place. *sits down on the throne, looking down at them as he gently rests his head on his hand* I understand your cause, reasoning, and proposition Azrael. However…
Azrael: However…? *looks up at him expectantly*
King: Did you truly think that I would follow your whims without desires of my own? If you are to be my subjects, devoted to my glory, have you no shame in your selfishness?
Azrael: … *quickly bows his head* My sincerest apologies my lord, it will never happen again.
Cass: O-of course…! Never again…
King: *slowly holds up three fingers, gazing down at them with a killing pressure* I have three demands with my newfound life. Follow them, and I will allow you to be under my rule in peace.
All 3: Yes, my lord…
King: *lowers two fingers, keeping his pointer finger up still* First. As my hands, you will follow my commands to the very essence of your loyalty. If you fail to meet my desire, you will be given punishment. *raises his middle finger, holding both up* Second. This body is incomplete, as you stated to me. To regain my full strength once again, I require sacrifices. When gathering these sacrifices, make it certain the ones you take are not worthless bastards. *eyes glow* If my body partakes in those unjust, I will skin you all myself.
Harut: *drools under his mask at the thought, chuckling quietly to himself* Hehehe…
King: *finally raises his third finger* Third. In this new life, I will live as I see fit. If you do not interfere with my desire, you may stay close to me, maybe even considered friends. However, it is my one and only desire to find the man who killed me, and make him fear my name again. If by some blessing from a higher being you kill the man who took my life, you will wish you were in Hell when I'm done with you. *closes his hand, resting his head on it again* Do I make myself clear, my servants?
All 3: *nod while still bowed* Yes, my lord!
King: Then raise from your cowardly bows and rejoice! *stands on the throne, leaning forward with his foot on the arm rest and his arm on his knee* Your leader isn't a bastard, isn't a traitor, and isn't a monster!
All 3: …? *eyes widen, slowly raising their heads*
King: *gives them a cheeky spiky grin* Your leader is the one and only King Asuke, the man of true strength and virtue! The man whose name will burn in the hearts of all!!
Cass: *eyes sparkle seeing his pride, getting inspired easily from his words* The one and only…!
Harut: Hahahaha… HAHAHAHA!!~ *shivering in joy, loving the words of his master*
Azrael: ...Hm. *nods softly, not showing any sense of emotion*
King: Rise!! *raises his hand*
All 3: *stand to their feet, feeling the rallying words flow through their bodies*
King: There are no ex-Gods in the hearts of those under King! You are warriors, no?! *dragon ball super the battle continues theme plays*

Cass: Y-yes…!
King: I can't hear you!!
Cass: Yes!! *hands ball up into fists*
King: Cry your hearts true desire!!
All 3: YES, LORD KING!!
King: You, Cassiel! You are no such thing as an ex-God! You are THE God of Solitude! Hold your pride, if you serve under me!!
Cass: Yes my lord!! *starts to tear up, shaking with joy*
King: Harut!! You dare call yourself "once proclaimed"?! You are THE God of Blood! Let your name be heard in the souls of all those who oppose you!!
Harut: OHUEAHAHAHAHA!! YES MY LORD!! *fanatically jittering, bowing repeatedly to King*
King: And you, Azrael! In your heart, do you truly believe you aren't the God of Death any longer?!
Azrael: …
King: Look into my eyes… Look into my eyes, and remember your purpose!!
Azrael: … *does as he commands, looking into King's eyes and getting a faint feeling of pride once again* I… am… Death incarnate.
King: You are Azrael, the right hand of your lord King!! *let's out a hearty laugh* I can tell you're the leader of you three… The gift of Death makes you as personable as those unfortunate enough to be dead. However, that power is your heart. Your very being. *grins again* You will prove yourself to me, and I will lead you all to salvation! The weak-hearted shall fear those they've taken advantage of! THEY WILL KNOW DEFEAT!!
Cass and Harut: *let out a rallying warcry, fully devoted to their leader*
Azrael: …Heh. *nods* Yes, my lord. They will.
King: *pleased to see them all fully supportive of him now, sitting back down normally on his throne* Good, good… *flames flow around him to show his pleasure* You are all under my protection. As you serve me, your actions will represent my name and my very honor. Remember this.
Cass: *embarrassed she let out such a warcry, gulping and hiding her blush… despite wearing a mask* Of course! E-erm… What will you have us do first, my lord?
King: First? Hm… First order of business is to get my body back to its fullest potential once again. We will need sacrifices.
Harut: Sacrifices, yes? *let's out a deathly hum* You see, there is an event happening on a planet close by to our own, my lord! A tournament, occurring in two days!
King: A tournament you say? A tradition I'm familiar with in this new age. *chuckles deeply* Perfect… Those who seek strength will be sure to gather. *zoom in on his eyes, glowing with a kindling emerald flame* Let us begin. (To Be Continued...)