Gora
The figure stared at me intently. The newcomer looked me up, and down I guessed they were taken back by my new appearance. I had grown quite a bit since the last time we met. I thought.
Arf!
Canis barked at me. I almost started crying as I stared at my old friend. I hadn't released how much I missed him. I had an urge to run and pet the hound. But I knew he still hadn't forgiven me. (Nows not the time for a reunion anyway.) I thought as I looked away from Canis. I starred in the direction I thought Log might have gone.
"I was on my way to teach a gorillas a lesson. Would you like to join me?" Canis looked at me strangely, then he began to whine.
Arf-arf whoof
Canis barked and barked. I figured the hound was trying to tell me something. The hound was only a layer four, so Canis could not communicate his thoughts to me. Before I could even begin to decipher what Canis was saying. I felt the presence of other being behind me. (I thought I told them I'd be back.) I thought as I slowly turned my head to see Frons and Leafy.
"Master should not go al.. Oh it is you again. If you're hear to beg Master for forgiveness then forget it!" Frons scolded Canis, to my surprise. I wasn't aware that she had any problem with the hound.
Grrr Arf arf.
Canis barked at Frons aggressively. Frons face lights up with a new rage! The woman got into the only fighting stance I taught her, preparing to fight. (Huh) I thought. The two glared at one another. The to began to argue, well, at least that's what I guessed was happening. The two were speaking in beast tongue. So I didn't catch a word of it.
"Whoa! Cool it, you too." I struggled to say while I held back Frons. The woman seemed very upset. She wasn't the only one either I caught a glimpse of Leafy yelling on her sister's back.
"Master this... This... Mutt! Says you have to prove you worthy of being called it's Master. He wants you to defeat Log all by yourself." Frons said, anger dripping from her words. I looked at Canis, but he just put his head down. I stood there thinking it over for a minute. (He wants me to prove myself.) I wondered. Jackals were known for leaving their Master for a stronger one. I had honestly thought that my potential would be enough for the Jackals to stay loyal. Maybe I was wrong, or maybe Canems death really shook the hound up.
(Do I want him to follow me? Do I want any of them to follow me?) I thought to myself as I examined the group. Frons was still angry, while Leafy was back to her indifferent self. Canis was so ashamed he didn't dare look me in the eyes. After talking to the Goddess of chaos, I decided to live more like a demon. Meaning I would start taking everything I want, even by force if I have to. What I wanted was to go home back to the demon kingdom. I missed Mog, I missed my bed, hell I even missed my old man. I thought I could live without them, but I couldn't. My heart ached at the thought of my pain in the ass maid. I longed to have breakfast with my father just one more time. Sadly if I go home, I'll have to fight my way there. If what Lea said was true, Nova would definitely make it a harrowing journey back home.
Even if I managed to make it, I'd mostly have to fight for the demon throne. Something I didn't really care for, but if it meant I could do whatever I wanted. Then I was all in. I would burn this world to the ground to see Mog again.
"Master doesn't have to pro..." Frons start to talk but stop suddenly. The atmosphere around us began to change as I let go of all my killer intent. Waves of bloodlust filled the forest. Some of the small animals near us scurred away in fear. Canis slowly raised his head to look at me with terror in his eyes. Leafy hide behind a jaw-dropped Frons. The wind around me started to blow harder like it was desperately trying to get away from me. I let the overwhelming Ki in my body leak out.
"I want to make one thing clear to both of you. If you choose to follow me, know that you will have more than your fill of blood and death. I will have enemies all around; I may even have to face Gods. For this, I need follows who won't abandon me!" I said, looking at Canis. I didn't blame the hound for his discretion, but I couldn't afford flakey pales on my journey. Things would undoubtedly get more complicated from here. I needed people I could trust with my life in my corner.
"But if you come with me, I'll make you the strongest beast to ever walk this world. We will also have more fun than anyone who ever lived." I said the last part with a bit of jest, but a part of me meant it. I don't know too much about beasts, so I had no real idea how they progressed. (I'm sure I can find a way to help increase their power.) I hoped. I would certainly have as much fun as I could, no matter how hard life got. The group stayed silent after hearing me speak. It was okay. I didn't need them to agree just yet.
"Before you decided allow me to prove my worth as your master!" After speaking, I dashed away in the direction of the fleeing gorillas. I then let out a roar from deep within. It wasn't too loud like the tiger or the Logs, but it was sure to draw attention. I meant the outcry as a challenge to Log.
Ahahahah!
It wasn't long before I received another roar in response. I quickly pinpointed the sound and ran In that direction. I ran for a few minutes before reaching a clearing just outside the dead woods. I saw Log and a group of weaker gorillas all waiting for me. A smile graced my lips. Log looked the same as he did a few months ago. He was still covered in wounds, but some of them looked fresh, including the claw marks on the left side of his face. I figured it was he got it in his fight with the tiger.
"OH, it is you, human. Did you get taller?" Log said as he examined me with curiosity. I fought the urge to slice the ape's head off right then and there. Visions of Canems mangled body filled my mind, and I found myself shaking in rage.
"It is you! What a disappointment I figured It was the little Leaf who challenged me." Log said, referring to the roar I made earlier. I ignored the gorillas waiting to see if either member in my group followed me. I had released my full blood lust to scare them mostly, but I also did it to show them who they would genuinely be serving. A battle-crazy monster. A part of me hoped they wouldn't be behind me, but only a tiny amount.
"Haha, there she is, oh, and you brought your sister as well. This will make this easier." Log announced with a laugh. I turned to see Frons and her sister, followed by the growling Canis. The hound's hairs stood up on end as he stared at the massive gorilla. I prayed he didn't attack the beast. To my surprise, my group stayed behind me without moving.
"Hiding behind a human now. You even chose that hideous form. Your mother would be rolling in her grave." Log said mockingly. My blood began to boil.
"Master, you don't have to prove anything to my sister or me. But will you please shut him up?" Frons asked, handing me my sword. I started to grab it, but then Log spoke again.
"You should leave human before you end up like that hound I squashed like a bug." The gorilla said. I stepped away from Frons and Canis. Before releasing all my bloodlust. Black Ki erupted from me, cracking the earth I stood on. My hair danced wildly in the wild. , the few gorillas left quickly ran away from their alpha. Log seemed to be frightening if only just a little bit.
Crack!
The ground cracked as I rushed Log. The beast smiled and charged me. We met in the middle as we both launched our attacks. My first crashed into his, and for a moment, neither of us budged. Log's eyes went wide in shock. I could also see a hint of pain. Unfortunately, the gorilla recovered fast.
Bang
The beast used his free arm to swipe at me from my right side. I didn't have time to dodge the meaty hand, so I did the next best thing. I curled up into a ball and used both arms to block the blow. I was sent tumbling through the air. Lucky for me, I didn't take much damage thanks to my improvised move. I did have a hard time landing. I touched the ground on all fours limbs and slid a little through the earth. I look up at Log, who just glared back at me. I tensed up every muscle in my body as I readied myself to attack again.
Crack!
The earth split as I shot myself at my opponent like a narrow. (Spinning horse kick!) I thought as I stopped inches away from Log spinning around in mid-air.
Bang!
The attack was so quick Log barely had time to block the kick with his two arms. My move pushed the beast back but didn't do that much damage. (Shin breaker!) I thought as I hit the ground and kicked the gorilla in his big shin. The beast had yet to recover from my first attack, and his leg was kicked from under him. Log fell to his knees in front of me. (Chin checker) I thought as I delivered a devastating uppercut.
Uff!
Blood and spit escaped Logs mouth as my first connected with Logs chin. The beast fell on his back with a loud thud. I started to walk closer to the downed beast. I was now perpendicular to the gorilla's body when I raised my leg high in the air. Before bringing it down with tremendous speed. (Ax hill.) I thought as the hill of my foot fell towards the beast.
Boom!
A deafening boom resounded throughout the forest as my feet hit nothing but earth. I had applied the void to my attack seconds before it was supposed to reach its target. Log rolled to his side evaded my blow. My hill crashed into the earth, sending rocks and dirt everywhere.
The gorilla struggled to his feet, but I was already charging him again. Log placed his hands on the ground, and the earth shook. Moments later tall stone spike shot up from the ground in front of me. I had to leap to the right narrow missing the spike. When I got to my feet, I noticed that Log had yet to stand.
The beast breathed heavily as he squinted at me. My barrage of attacks had clearly left the alpha in pain. I decided to capitalize on the Logs dazed state and pick up a tiny stone. I threw the rock covering it with the void at the 7-foot tall gorilla.
Boom!
The rock only got a few inches away from the beast's face then just veered to the right. Completely missing the Log and crashing into the ground. (What the hell?) I thought to myself. I starred at Log, who was still on his hands and knees starring at me. I shook the thought away and decided on a more hand-to-hand approach. I raced towards the beast full speed. As I got closer, the earth began to shake again. Instead of the spike, the gorilla summoned a wall. I covered my fist with my element and punched the 5-foot wall into pieces. Tiny rocks fell on me as I continued my charge.
Crack! Crack! Crack!
Wall after wall started to emerge from the ground. However, instead of blocking me, I used the walls as a stairway into the sky. I sailed above Log and prepared to attack him from above. I noticed the gorilla smiling up at me as I started my descent. ( Somethings wrong.) I thought. Before I could think, small rocks sharpened into tiny spikes headed my way. I brought my arms up and tried my best to dodge the attack mid-air. I managed to avoid a couple, but I received numerous cuts. One of the 8-inch stones lodged itself into my thigh. I grunted in pain as I fought the urge to scream. With the barrage of stones gone, I focused on landing safely. Unfortunately, Log was there, hand-stretched out. I could evade him in my state.
Gotcha!" Log exclaimed with a large grin on his face. He had caught me in his grip and was beginning to squeeze me tightly.
Spinning horse kick: One of the beginner techniques taught to trolls. The attack is just a basic spinning back kick.
Shin breaker: Beginner Ti-Ki technique taught by trolls. Like the name, the movie is targeted at the opponent's shin with a frontal kick.
Chin checker: An uppercut aimed for a target's chin. The Trolls are known for coming up with simple names for their techniques.
Ax Hill: A downward kick that's supposed to simulate the chopping wood but with one foot instead of an ax