Billy's heart raced as he surveyed the dire situation. His foster siblings, the family he had grown to care for, were now at the mercy of the ruthless Black Adam. He knew he had to act quickly to save them, but the weight of Black Adam's ultimatum pressed heavily upon him.
Swallowing hard, Billy met Black Adam's unyielding gaze. "What do you want?" he asked, his voice trembling with fear and resolve.
"Your powers," Black Adam stated bluntly. "Give me the power of Shazam, and I will spare their lives."
Billy's mind raced, searching for a way to outwit the villain and protect his loved ones. He couldn't simply hand over his powers, for that would give Black Adam the advantage he sought. But the lives of his family hung in the balance, and Billy couldn't bear the thought of them being harmed.
Mary and Freddy shouted at Billy, their voices strained. "Don't do it, Billy! Don't give in to him!" But their pleas were cut short as Black Adam tightened his grip, causing them to gasp for air.
The ancient antihero fixed his unyielding gaze on Billy. "This is your last chance, False Champion. Hand over your powers, or I will crush the life from your precious family."
Billy's heart sank as he watched his siblings struggle against Black Adam's iron hold. He couldn't bear the thought of them being harmed because of his powers. Steeling himself, Billy made the agonizing decision.
"Alright, Black Adam," he said, his voice heavy with resignation. "You win. I'll give you my powers."
Billy faced Black Adam, his heart pounding with fear and uncertainty. "How do I give you my powers?" he asked, his voice laced with resignation.
Black Adam's lips curled into a sinister grin. "We are connected as family, thanks to the Wizard's blessing. And this living lightning flows through family. Say the word, and release the living lightning to me."
Billy's eyes widened as he processed Black Adam's words. Family. The very thing he had struggled to embrace with the Vasquez household. But in that moment, a glimmer of understanding dawned on him.
Suddenly, the reflection of Francesca appeared in a puddle of water nearby. "Billy, the living lightning flows through family. Your family."
"Family..." Billy whispered, the weight of Haruka's words echoing in his mind. 'Family is what it can be. Not what it should be.'
Black Adam's impatience grows. "Say the word, now!" he demands.
Lighting gathers around Billy's hands. With a determined expression, he unleashes the energy at Black Adam. "Shazam!"
Haruka, clad in his Amazon armor, gripped the Shotriser tightly as he faced the towering fusion of the Seven Deadly Sins. The demon's malevolent presence filled the air, its scorching aura radiating power.
Haruka took aim, firing a barrage of energy blasts from the Shotriser. The projectiles struck the demon's thick hide, but they seemed to have little effect. The Sins merely shrugged off the attack, their massive forms unperturbed.
"Is that all you've got, Kamen Rider?" the demon taunted, its booming voice shaking the very ground. "Your puny weapons are no match for us!"
Haruka gritted his teeth in frustration. The Shotriser, his trusted firearm, was proving ineffective against the sheer power of the Sins. He needed to find a way to inflict more substantial damage, but the demon's resilience was proving to be a formidable challenge.
Undeterred, Haruka continued to unleash shot after shot, each one landing with a dull thud against the Sins' bodies. The demon merely laughed, its towering form unaffected by the onslaught.
"Your pathetic attempts to stop us are futile," the Sins declared, their voices merging into a cacophonous roar. "We will crush you and all who stand in our way!"
Haruka's mind raced, searching for a solution as the Sins closed in, their massive forms looming over him. He knew he needed to find a way to break through their defenses, but the Shotriser's power seemed woefully inadequate against this formidable foe.
The sound of thunder rumbles through the air, and Haruka turns his gaze towards Billy and Black Adam. Five new figures appear, and Haruka's eyes widen as he recognizes them. "Wait, could they be..."
The five figures emerged from the crackling energy, their costumes and stances instantly recognizable to Haruka. His eyes widened as he realized they were none other than the Shazam Family - Billy's foster siblings, now imbued with the same powers. Darla, Eugene, Pedro, Mary, and Freddy stood ready, their expressions a mix of confusion and excitement.
Haruka watched in awe as the five figures emerged, their bodies now transformed into powerful adult forms. Instead of granting the Shazam power to Black Adam, Billy had shared it with his foster siblings, unlocking their true potential.
Darla Dudley, the youngest of the Shazam Family, stood tall and proud, her curly hair framing a face that exuded youthful determination. Gone was the small child, replaced by a statuesque woman with an athletic build and a vibrant purple costume adorned with gold accents.
Beside her, Eugene Choi's lanky frame had transformed, his lean muscles rippling beneath a grey suit of armor with technological enhancements. His bespectacled face now held a focused intensity, his intellect shining through his empowered form.
Pedro Peña, once the gentle giant, now towered over the others, his broad shoulders and massive frame encased in a green and gold costume. His expression was one of quiet resolve, his eyes scanning the battlefield with a protective gaze.
Mary Bromfield, the eldest sibling, radiated an aura of maturity and leadership. Her regal bearing and confident stance were complemented by a red and gold dress that highlighted her newfound strength and agility.
Lastly, Freddy Freeman, the mischievous one, stood ready, his costume a bold blue and gold. His features, once youthful, had transformed into those of a seasoned hero, his eyes filled with a mix of excitement and determination.
Darla, Eugene, Pedro, Mary, and Freddy stared at each other, their expressions a mix of bewilderment and awe. Gone were their youthful forms, replaced by tall, muscular bodies radiating power.
Freddy Freeman's face broke into a wide grin as he flexed his arms, marveling at the strength coursing through his veins. "Whoa, this is unreal!" he exclaimed, his voice deeper and more resonant.
Pedro Peña looked down at his bulging biceps, clenching and unclenching his fists with a sense of wonder. "I can't believe this is happening," he rumbled, his voice a deep bass.
Darla Dudley bounced on the balls of her feet, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "This is so cool!" she chirped, her voice retaining a youthful enthusiasm despite her transformed appearance.
Eugene Choi studied the sparks dancing between his fingers, his brow furrowed in concentration. "Fascinating," he murmured, his tone thoughtful as he began to comprehend the extent of his newfound abilities.
Mary Bromfield, the eldest of the group, stepped forward, her regal bearing and confident stance radiating authority. "Billy," she said, turning to her foster brother, "what did you do to us?"
Billy Batson, still in his Shazam form, looked at his siblings with a mixture of wonder and uncertainty. "I'm not sure," he admitted, "but I think I may have shared my powers with all of you."
Freddy grinned, his eyes sparkling with mischief as he eyed Mary up and down. "Lookin' good, sis."
Mary rolled her eyes, a small smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "And you're still a knucklehead."
Black Adam glared at the Shazam Family, his face twisted with rage. "No! That power is mine!" he roared.
Eugene glanced at Billy, his brow furrowed with concern. "Black Adam's still here, and he's pissed. What do we do, man?"
Billy hesitated for a moment, then his expression hardened. "Let's get him."
The Shazam Family members exchanged a determined look, then charged towards Black Adam, their voices joining in a unified battle cry. "GET HIM!"
Fueled by the wisdom of Solomon and the strength of Hercules, the Shazam Family rushed at the powerful villain, their transformed bodies radiating power and purpose.
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