Sigma holds up his crimson sword steadily against Baroque's metal sharp nails. Baroque is currently adding pressure to his thrust but he finds that he isn't moving and inch further.
"You.... What kind of metal is that?" Baroque
"First things first.... Move." Sigma
Sigma swings his sword, Baroque flies back a few feet and is able to stay to his feet as the nails on his feet scrapes the ground. Baroque was surprised by this and was left speechless. Phoenix takes a deep breath of relief with a side of pain.
"Not that I don't like company but what exactly are you doing?" Sigma asks Phoenix.
"Oh you know... Just, lazing about." Phoenix
"Hmph. Right~." Sigma says then sticks his hand out over Phoenix.
Phoenix grabs Sigma's hand, pulls himself up and they stand side by side facing the metal lizard man Baroque.
"How did you force me back like that?" Baroque
"By swinging my sword. Quite easily might I add... You could probably give Power Surge a run for his money." Sigma
"I'd want front row to that one." Phoenix
"Quite easily?.... How bold of you. I didn't even use half my strength and was caught by surprise is all. Don't get so full of yourself!" Baroque
"Oh? It looks like I've struck a nerve. Care to show me your full strength then metal man?" Sigma
"If that'll make you show me respect then so be it! Just remember that you asked for this." Baroque says then transforms into his normal form.
"What's this? You surprisingly look quite human for a spaceman." Sigma
"Don't compare me to you lower lifeforms!" Baroque says then morphs his skin to dense metal.
"Yeah you're definitely taking the lead. So, how do you wanna take this guy on?" Phoenix
Before Sigma could answer the Phoenix, a large spacecraft swoops in from above and hovers over New York.
"They're here sooner than I wanted.... Oh well. I'll have my fun before they can find me." Baroque
"Alone... I'm sure the team could use the back up so get going and protect the city. I'll take care of Mr. Baroque here." Sigma
"Wait... You know his name?" Phoenix
"I reviewed the security footage. Hey kid, how long have I been out?" Sigma
"3 days! I couldn't wake you up for anything! Are you alright?!" Swift
"Yeah I'm good for now anyways.... 3 days huh? That could explain why Joo hasn't woken up yet and it just gives Jiyu an excuse to sleep more." Sigma
"You were out for 3 days?!! That explains why you haven't responded to any of Lynx's calls or messeges. Though she just thinks that you went on a mission or whatever but she is pretty worried. I don't think I should leave you alone with this troublesome guy since you just woke up." Phoenix
"Watch out!!" Swift
Phoenix turns to see that the other Baroque is in striking postion with his hand morphed into a large axe right behind of Sigma. Phoenix tries to react but knows he is too slow. Sigma however is able to block the sneak attack by moving his crimson sword in his left hand and positioning it along his back with the sharp side out to block.
"That reaction speed.... Followed by strength.... Incredible." Helios
"I appriciate the praise." Sigma
"Are.... You as fast as Road Burn?..... Wait, you.. Just answered Helios didn't you?! You can hear him can't you!?" Phoenix
"As surprising as it is we are both pyrokinetics so it is a possibility. At least, that's how I can explain it." Sigma
"The only way you mean.... Something like this ever happened Helios?" Phoeinx
"N-Not that I can recall.... We better follow his intruction. He seems quite capable." Helios
"Are.... You sure?" Phoenix
"If your so worried hurry up and go save the city then come back and check on me." Sigma
Phoenix pauses, takes a deep breathe and nods his head.
"Good luck!" Phoenix says as he flies away engulfed in flames.
"Your reaction speed... It's incredible!... And that metal isn't any that I have ever smelled before! It's driving me crazy!..... What do they call you?" Baroque
Before he answers Sigma bends his leg, leans forward and heel kicks the Baroque that is behind of him. The kick sends the other Baroque a few feet giving Sigma some breathing room.
"The name's Sigma. Just so you know my swords are still sleeping so I'm afraid you'll get no special abilities from me. We'll provide nothing but technique." Sigma
"As long as you make it fun for me!... Wait.... Did you just say we?" Baroque
"Yes I did. Afterall.... I wasn't the one you met here first." Sigma
Suddenly, without warning the real Baroque smells a faint metal scent coming from behind of him, before he could turn around he is knocked against his head with a metal staff wielded by Swift and is sent flying to the side. Swift gently lands on her feet just before Baroque hits the ground.
"Why you little... Korbock!!" Baroque
"-Gasp-... Potty mouth. I think...." Swift
Baroque looks up and notices that Swift is covered in mud.
"I see... You've covered yourself up so that you can mask the metal scent on you. I seem to have underestimated you, you clever little korbock." Baroque says slowly getting up to his feet.
Baroque holds out his arms, a blade grows out along his forearms up to the side of his hands and he charges after Swift.
"Let's see what other surprises you are capable of! Try and make this fun for me!!" Baroque says then crosses his arms with the blades out.
Swift quickly retracts her staff and holds it at a vertical infront of herself.
"I'll leave the real potty mouth to you then." Swift
Baroque reaches in close quarters to Swift, Swift's staff instantly extends sending her up and back away from Baroque. Right away Baroque's eyes look down to see Sigma in motion and in striking position with his left arm extended over his body. Baroque's eyes widen in fear, he opens his arms to attack Sigma with his bladed arms but Sigma quickly counters by bringing his blade up clashing the metal. The other Baroque looks on and is confused as to how Sigma moved to the original Baroque so fast. While she is still in the air Swift reaches in her pouch, grabs some smoke pellets and throws them at the other Baroque. They burst on impact and covers the selected area. While under the smoke Swift uses it to her advantage and begins to rapidly attack the other Baroque from multiple directions with her staff. Both Sigma and Baroque hold their grounds with their blades pressing against each other's.
"Are we having fun yet?" Sigma
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Guardian Alliance Book #1
ActionA generation of highly gifted shape the future as they forge alliances to battle the opposing forces. As one story unfolds another is told in the shadows of the light. Differences will be realized causing further difficulty that will add on to the m...
