CRASHED : SOLAR ECLIPSE ( 2025 edition UNFINISHED )

The return of a friend

Zachian opens the door to his small cot, the interior small and messy. "This is my place.. We can rest up here until were ready to head out." He says, His voice monotone. Venus lays back on the couch, quick to make herself at home. "So, what's the plan to get to Sintel?" She says, laying back and turning to Hoshi who takes a seat beside her on the floor. "Im.. not too sure to be honest.." He says, turning to Soleil "I fear Soleil would have more knowledge on this sort of stuff than I will." Hoshi says, letting out a long exhale. "I say we get to Sintel the same way we got to Pimeyz. This time I think Its best one of stays with Hoshi... Argos wasn't exactly good at keeping an eye on him." Soleil says, giving Argos a side eye. "I wouldn't blame Argos, I wouldn't doubt the emperor had eyes on you guys before you even arrived. Him and that stupid eyeball rat, always two steps ahead.." Zachian says with a grumble, leaning back against the wall. "I'm just glad we're all back safe.." Meena responds, Hoshi looking down "Yeah, I guess I am too." He says, Keeping silent about what had occurred when he and the emperor of Pimeyz fought. "Well than, I think It's best I go with Hoshi than. I was able to guide him throughout Pimeyz safely so Id imagine we can arrive to Sintel safely as well." Zachian says, bowing his head to Soleil as if seeking his response. Soleil stares blankly for a moment before nodding in approval. "I suppose it can work out.." Soleil answers, taking a seat and allowing his sword to fall beside him. "We should start heading out by tomorrow. It'll give us time to think of how we can propose our needs." Soleil continues. Venus nods in approval, turning back to the group "Well, you heard it from him. Tomorrow it is."

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"We strike tomorrow. We throw them off their dragons, no matter if they survive or not. All that matters to me is that precious core.." Pierce grins, pacing around the room. Tobias sits beside .0, he had been enjoying their attention but the look in his eyes shows he isn't truly happy with what's come. "Oh.. yeah. How will we chase after them if they're on their dragons?" Tobias questions, Pierce slowly turning to face Tobias. "I'm glad you asked!" Pierce says, leading Tobias down his domain. "I've been developing my own dragon! I call it the Veludorah!" Pierce says, leading Tobias into large room, on the walls were large vials of liquid which were pumping into a mechanical dragon. "I've been developing it just for this moment. It should be ready for flight." Pierce says, staring at his creation with a evil glimmer in his eyes. Tobias tilts his head, tapping one of the vials "What is this grey stuff..?" Tobias asks, grossed out by the glowing grey liquid. there were some swirls of color in the mix, but once all the colors were mixed it came to the ending greyish-green color. "This is dragon essence. I cant exactly make my own dragon now can I? So I stole the essence of other dragons in order to create a mechanical one of my own!" Pierce says pulling the pumps from the dragon. Pierce takes a few steps back, watching as steam comes from the dragon's leather ears. The Veludorah stands up and growls loudly before bowing before Pierce, proclaiming him as his guardian. Tobias can only stare in awe, knowing that he's too deep in to leave now.

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Hoshi climbs onto the back of the Dysuva with Zachian, wrapping his arms around Zachian. "Hold on tight, it's gonna be a long ride." Zachian says, turning his head back to look at Hoshi, tilting his head up. Hoshi nods, his claws digging into Zachians shoulders. "Let's get going then, we wouldn't want to lose the others." Hoshi says, Zachian nodding in agreement and commanding the Dysuva to take flight. The Dysuva lets out a long howl before getting a running start, leaping up into the air and taking flight. Hoshi cowers against Zachian, pressing himself up against Zachians back. Zachian seems unbothered by Hoshi's touch, letting him cling onto him. "So what's the plan once we get to Sintel?" Zachian tilts his head back to look Hoshi in his eyes. Hoshi looks a little flustered, nervously fiddling with his fingers. "Well.. I'm not usually the one planning these sorts of things but.. I plan to talk to the emperor! I'm sure I can change her mind and she'll join our rebellion!" He says cheerfully, his tail wagging a bit. Zachian narrows his eyes, looking back towards the sky. "Sintel is fairly anonymous.. So I can't assure or deny that your plan will work. But, I do have faith in you, I can say that. I know whatever you say to that emperor will change her mind. I trust you can make a difference." He says, smiling to himself. Hoshi can't help but smile upon hearing Zachian's words, letting out a content sigh. "Thanks.. You've always been my biggest supporter." He says quietly, as if appreciating Zachian and his effort. The two sit quietly together, letting their words of comfort sink in. All seemed well, all until a large shadow covered the two, sending them into a spiral of confusion. "That's strange, it didn't look cloudy like this a second ago." Hoshi says, tilting his head up. The shadow of a large dragon covered them, Hoshi's heart sinking. "Hey.. have you ever seen a dragon like that before?" He asks nervously, Zachian glancing up. "What the.. No, never.." He stares with a bit of concern. The way the dragon moved was almost mechanical, moving unnaturally.

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"Now, get down there boy. We don't got all day." Pierce says, glaring at Tobias. Tobias looks down, unable to focus upon seeing Hoshi. How could he be such a horrible friend, horrible enough to betray the person who loved him the most. He sighs, slowly shaking his head. "No.. I can't.." Tobias mutters, looking away. Pierce's face shifts from one of false care to one of pure anger. "What do you mean you can't?" His cheerful tone disappears, replaced with one of pure force. "Don't tell me you're wasting your time pitying someone who could care less about you. I've given everything you need, what makes you think you need him." Pierce grumbles, stepping closer to Tobias. Tobias stands, backing away. "And what if I do! I was so blind that I never realized Hoshi loved me, when I realized it was too late! And now here I am with a moron like you!" Tobias growls, lashing out at Pierce. Pierce's face goes dark, stepping closer. He puts a hand on Tobias's shoulder, his eyes gleaming with anger. "Fine. Go with your precious idiot star, then you'll realize a being with power like him doesn't need a human like you to keep holding them back." Pierce stares at Tobias for a long moment before pushing him, sending him into a free fall. He shrieks, cowering as he falls. He curls up, trying his best to hold back tears. He whimpers and sniffles thinking this is the end. Tobias lands on the Dysuva's tail, clinging onto it with his life. Hoshi stares with wide eyes, seeing Tobias crying and whimpering put him into an empathetic state. Hoshi turns around, reaching out as best as he could with his paw open wide. "Tobias!" He shouts, trying to hide his love for his dear friend. Tobias opens his eyes, a small gasp escaping his trembling lips. "Hoshi.." He stares, looking from Hoshi to his paw. "What are you waiting for! We have room for one more up here!" Hoshi offers, wanting to help Tobias. Tobias stares, shutting his eyes. "Why.. Do you want to help me? Even after all I did." Tobias says, crying softly. Hoshi's eyes soften, leaning in closer. "You're just confused Tobias.. I knew you meant no harm, honest. I trusted you'd turn back to me again." Hoshi smiles, gesturing to his paw. "Now please, let me help you." Hoshi says. Tobias nods, sniffling. "I-i.. thank you." Tobias whimpers, allowing Hoshi to pull him up. "Im.. glad to have you back on the team." Hoshi smiles. "Im.. glad to be back too." Tobias smiles back weakly.