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Kamen Rider NEXT: Episode 1; Wings in the Night
Topic Started: Nov 1 2006, 07:06 PM (9,640 Views)
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The sound of weights being lifted mingled with the grunts of Shuji, who was still on the hell program, several days after he had began. He had come so close to getting it done yesterday, but had collapsed before he finished the Hell Marathon. Determined to finish it today, Shuji was waiting for the retrievers today.

Reika supervised Shuji, mainly due to conern that he was pushing himself to far, but more because she had a hole in her schedule. Deciding to read the newspaper, she shook her head in regards to the kidnappings that were happening.

"This is so messed up." she muttered.

"What is?" Shuji asked, taking a small breather as he got some water.

"These midnight kidnappings... it just seems so wrong."

"Don't like people horning in on the Shadowy Organization's gig, huh?"

She glared up him, before looking away.

"It's not that. Besides, we allow our people to maintain an outside life. These people are gone completely."

He put on a little more weight and got back to lifting.

"It's weird how this is happening. There's no sign of struggle, no evidence of wrong doing, or even evidence of a break in."

"Who is doing this?"

"Who knows? It's not my concern anyways."

"How can you say that?"

"I'm not a detective, nor am I even a police officer. I'm just a minor member of this Shadowy Organization. It's not my job to try and solve this mystery."

"Yeah, you're right. I guess I'm just freaked out over all this. I mean, what if someone I know disappeared?"

"Good point, but maybe you shouldn't worry too much about this."

"Mm." She pursed her lips and felt that he had a good point.

"So how's your big project coming along?"

"The AWS?"

"Yes."

"It's going good. By the end of the week, it may even be ready for testing."

"I'd ask why it's being made, but considering all I've seen, I figure I'll find out later."

"You wouldn't get an answer anyways."

"Why would I? Do you know the name of this place?"

"No."

"See?"

"Yeah."

Both quieted down for a bit, Reika watching Shuji lift the weights. He still had a half hour to go before target practice again.

"Thank you, Date."
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Mao initiated the fight, rushing Red Arc in at Ciel with a poking combo to gauge her sister's response.
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"Go Mao!" Ryuji cheered enthusiasically as the match began.
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Rao tapped his feet in impatience. There were two things that annoyed him. One was that he couldn't get these damnable drones to work by himself, two was that he lost trace of the murderer again.

"Alright, let's run through some facts. Bringing over my investigation from last time, we know that the killer is either a really high jumper or a flier." Rao looked across at the police banners on the opposite building. Smiling, he waved an atrociously annoying wave towards the policemen he could recognize and told them without a second doubt that he was here because he wanted to be here - and no dumb cop was going to stop him. "Alright... evidence."

Rao took out some snapshots and laid them on the ground. "Last time there were hook marks on the wall. This time, there weren't. Our killer didn't take a ride up the elevator because, well, the cameras didn't catch him there. If they did, the police would be doing some real investigation work instead of bustling around on that dumb roof pretending to be important. And because I heard it on the radio." Rao chuckled to himself.

"So, my conclusion is that the killer this time really did fly in. That means 1) it really could be a man-bat as we suspected, or 2) it could be some other flying monstrosity with claws wreaking havoc in my damned city. That's nice to know. Judging from the scuffle marks, the old lady was on her rocking chair before getting flown out... hm. That really doesn't help the case." Rao stood up and dusted himself off. The roof of this building wasn't exactly clean either, but he took the liberty of sweeping a small spot cleaning for investigation. Opening his cellphone, he texted a message to Ryu and Nimbus about his findings.

"I would be careful if I were you. The police may suspect us since I keep appearing at the investigation. I suggest you stay out of sight until the suspicion over you blows over. As for me... well, let's just say a couple of cops can't stop me. Do not message or call me unless absolutely necessary." Rao added a small warning to the end, and made sure to erase all traces of his sent message via a secure link and wiping software. You could never be too careful when messing with police investigations that could lead to military intervention.
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Gun shots mingled with buzzers, shouts, and growls as Shuji began his daily target practice. No longer standing behind a line and shooting at stationary targets, he was now surrounded with holographic enemies.

"It's amazing, his progress is better than I hoped." Reika mused quietly to herself.

"It's not as amazing as you think. Or is it something pertaining to more than his gun training, Mushibre?" A husky male voice interjected from the door.

Reika blushed slightly and whirled on the accuser only to stop short.

"H-H-H-Houji!" She stammered out, surprised to see a higher up down here.

"Mushibre." Houji growled, eyes narrowing.

"Ah, sorry, Shinmeru."

"Better."

"What brings you down here, other than make baseless accusations?"

"It's finished."

"It?"

"The AWS is complete and ready for testing. Since you put the most into it, the Board decided you could have the first look." He hefted a briefcase and set it on an unused console.

"Inago..." A brief sketch of an armored insectoidal warrior flitted through her mind. "You're ready now?"

She opened the case, and looked at the Henshin brace and device. They were a drab grey and green affair, with the letters AWS stamped onto each.

"So, the armor was a sucess?"

"Your theorem held true Mushibre."

Houji paused and studied Shuji for a moment.

"Who knows, maybe he'll turn into a quality canidate soon."

"Yes."

He motioned to the briefcase.

"I trust this to you."

"I am honored sir."

"Don't screw up Mushibre, and this may be the last newcomer you have to reign in."

"Thank you, Shinmeru."

She salutes as he leaves.

This I leave to you, my One True Thing.
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The next morning, Nimbus got a text from Rao saying that he shouldn't go to the investigation place. So he decided to find a place where he can train instead. He ran outside his place and screamed.

"VICTORY TORNADOOOOOOOO!!!"

As he screamed, his motorcycle rushed to his side automatically. The Victory Tornado can be called whenever Nimbus needed him. It has the ability to go as fast as 600 km/h when it is in its transformed form.

Nimbus decided to go to the mountain so that he can face the Kaijin easily later. He remembered something. He stopped on the side of the road and took out his mobile phone. After looking for Ryu's number, he decided to text him telling him his plans.

"Yo man! Just text me later if you need me. I'm gonna go to the mountain to train."
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Packing up his stuff, Rao turned towards the crime scene again. There was something that bothered him. Was the killer only after outdoor victims? That put a slightly changed perspective on things. It also seemed to like helpless prey that presented itself to the predator. It also meant he knew how to bait the kaijin to come to him now.

Nimbus, Ryu; you guys are going to join me in battle. It's my duty to clean this filth... and yours to help me accomplish it. Rao glanced at the unfinished skyscraper with its drills and clangs into the afternoon. I need space... some wide space where it can spot me... then I need to trap it with me. By confining it, it'll make the wings useless... and obviously, easier for me to catch and kill it. Good.

Rao skipped down to the street, and slapped a switch on the side of his belt. "Gyaleon." His bike started itself and rode itself slowly towards him. Climbing on, he revved it up and sped off to find a nice and high place to set the trap and bait.
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Nimbus arrived at the mountain an hour later. When he looked around he saw a dojo of some kind.

I guess I could use this place to train!

He parked his bike outside of the dojo and he opened the door.

"Excuse me! Is anyone here?"
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Pulling short of the road leading up to his home, Rao stared for a moment. Bike tracks led up, and they were fresh. That didn't bode well. Had the police found him out already? That shouldn't have been possible. Turning up against his will, Rao rode up the rocky mountain track, tightening his right hand's grip. The stone itched.

If they're here already... well, let's hope I don't have to get violent.

Rao twiddled his own thoughts, and parked the bike beside a rather familiar one. Hm. Not the police then. Looks awfully familiar.

Walking into his home, Rao slided into a fighting stance - left palm forward, right fist drawn to the chest. His legs automatically assumed a light skipping step that allowed him to change movement on a dime. Seeing a dark shape inside, he closed in swiftly and pushed his cellphone against the back of the figure.

"Who are you and what are you doing in my home? Look back and I'll shoot." His cellphone was no gun, but it made a good bluff.
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"Who are you and what are you doing in my home? Look back and I'll shoot."

Rao? Should I play around with him again? He's gonna be angry but I'll have fun! Oh well, what's the harm in trying?

"Rider Jump!" Screamed Nimbus as he jumped up. Then he spun and aimed a kick just above Rao. "RIDER KIIIIIIIIIIIIIICK!"
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Smiling to himself, Rao tensed and using an elbow to block the kick, reversed the force and slammed a kick to Nimbus' ribs in return. Even if you are a modified human, being in the air means I have the power to move you... and bring you down.
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Rao's kick didn't really have any effect on him. But his balance was disturbed and he fell down because of that. After falling down, Nimbus decided to just stay on the floor.

"This is your house? Why didn't you tell me?"
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"How many times is this now?"

Passing by the second crime scene, Aj looked out of the window at the building, before driving on. There was no reason for him to stop, and since they had nothing to bring forth to the police, they'd just be moved along like normally. Aj was starting to think that it was a fruitless attempt for them to continue driving around searching for clues, when there obviously weren't any.

"I'd consider telling them we're with the JSSDF, but I don't think it's going to have much of an impact on the situation. Though if people are being taken randomly, then this may turn out to be a national crisis if it isn't stopped soon... Let's try to stay back for now and let the cops handle the job>" Aj said, while his friend behind him sighed. He hated being useless as much as the next guy.

"I hope this doesn't continue on like this. Our people are getting taken left and right, and the military isn't doing a thing. At this rate, we may be hated by the community if we don't step in soon." the soldier behind the passengers seat spoke, as he read the newspaper Aj handed him. To Aj, he was right. If people were getting stolen, and the military wasn't handling it, then there might be a problem in the future.

"All we need is some patience. The cops will crack this case eventually. If there's any way we can help, then we will, but for now, they're front-lining all of this. Let's leave it to them." he said, ending any other discussions the other 2 had.
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"'Who are you and what are you doing in my home?' - I think I made that part pretty clear." Dusting his elbow off, Rao took off his shoes, laid them outside and walked to the middle of the dojo. Taking off his clothes, he changed into the loose fitting black garb made for him when he turned denshoushaa of the Seikuu arts. Taking a tea kettle off the shelf, he boiled it over a slow fire and poured both of them a cup of tea.

"I hope you have a very good reason for invading the only place at which I feel at home. Because I'm going to kick your ass again if you don't. This time, as Gaou." Rao grinned slyly. That would hurt the bastard. Relaxing a little, Rao introduced himself again, this time formally.

"Seizora Rao, head- successor of the Seikuuryuu fighting arts and disciple of the Meikuuryuu killing arts. This is my home, the dojo of the Seizora family and a learning place for Seikuu disciples. I sent them away a long time ago though, after I beat the crap out of all of them when I was...what, twelve?"
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Lee strolled into the neighborhood arcade, wanting to kill a little time. Making a beeline for the latest DDR machine, he inserted a few yen pieces. Stepping onto the dance pad, he selected the highest difficulty and selected the trio of songs. A loud beat plused through the arcade as the game began, the series of steps starting out deceptively slow. Lee knew better as he easily matched the timing, the song stopping suddenly before blasting full speed, a flurry of steps flooding the screen.

Undaunted, Lee's feet blurred as he spun around, hitting the steps as the machine flashed the word "Perfect" multiple times. This was fun for him, testing his reaction time and memory to their limits.
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As Rao was pouring tea into his cup, Nimbus looked around. The dojo feels as if no one was living there anymore. It feels somewhat deserted.

"Thanks for the tea! And if you henshin into Gaou, I can always henshin to Victory. Nice place by the way! Why are you living here by yourself?"
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"Would you like to be burnt to a crisp? I'm willing to prove my point." Both men wouldn't back down. It would make a great partnership indeed. "I live here because I like the surroundings. It's away from the city noise, I can lie on the straw roof all day and dream, and I can kick the asses of anyone who comes here to try and challenge me to a match for my family dojo sign."

Rao waved a hand at the sign above him, stating "天下我王". "That means I'm the king of all that is below the sky. You know what's funny? The sign for Meikuu is "天上無王", or that there is no king above the skies. Meikuu has been said to be the cursed arts for generations that it was passed down from successor to successor. There wasn't a one of them who didn't die from trying to master it. I'm still in the middle of trying to grasp even the basics. It's no surprise that it's so dangerous, considering it does the exact opposite what Seikuu does - it turns the life force of someone else into a weapon. Quite literally. Seikuu promotes the use of life force within yourself to defend. Meikuu is... evil, put simply."

Rao shot a glance at the sandbag hanging on the side of the dojo. "Try hitting that."
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"Try hitting that."

"Sure! No problem!"

Nimbus walked up to the sandbag and prepared himself. Then he punched the sandbag.

"OUCH!"

To his surprise, the sandbag didn't break. His punch was only strong enough to leave a huge mark on the sandbag.

"How hard is this thing?"
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"Just about impossible to move for normal humans. It's been there for ages. About two hundred years or so, with the covering replaced about once every ten years. How they even got it up there, I have no idea. But get this." Rao walked over to where Nimbus was, and assumed a firm stance.

"If that hits you, expect a lot of pain in the morning, so duck." The punch that connected with the sandbag moved it about several feet. As it swung back, Rao crouched, and unleashed a kick that sent the bag flying through the air. It still came back though, and hit Rao squarely in his block. Grunting, he was sent through the air and hit the opposite wall with such force he broke it, and lay there groaning. "Don't... ugh... worry... happens all the time... argh. The first punch was Seikuu, and the kick was Meikuu force. As you can, ow, see, the difference in power is too great to even measure."

Crawling back to his tea and nursing his back, Rao showed Nimbus his knuckles and leg - not a scratch (compared to his back). "That sandbag was made to absorb and nullify the negative qualities of the life force used, but if I tried it on an organic subject..." Rao shook his head. "I would break the head clean off anyone, and shatter my arm permanently. That's why Meikuu killed so many successors until one of them managed to make this thing. But still..."

Rao sipped his tea and sighed.
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"I don't really get it. But I can see the difference between Seikuu and Meikuu now. I probably can't move it when I'm in human form. But check this out!"

Nimbus stood up and posed with his hands.

"VICTORY HENSHIN!"

After transforming, he pressed a button in the Victorion belt.

"POWER HAND!"

With that scream, Victory's golden gloves is now silver. The power hand is designed to allow Victory to work with heavy objects. It allows Victory to lift objects as heavy as 50 Tonnes. But it takes a lot of energy to use it for a long period of time. This is the reason why the default hands when he transform into V-Rider is the golden Victory hands.

Nimbus walked up to the sandbag and lift it up with ease.

"See! I can handle this thing fine when I'm in my rider form!"

Then he carried the sandbag, and he put it in its original place.
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"Impressive." Rao sipped on his tea. Another hand... "So what else have you got? Electricity? Fire? Whips? Sword-chucks?"

Now where did THAT come from?
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"Impressive. So what else have you got? Electricity? Fire? Whips? Sword-chucks?"

"You saw my water hands already right? And my power arms. I've also got FIRE AND WATER HANDS!!!"

Nimbus screamed as he pressed another button in the Victorion. His left glove is now red, and the right one is blue.

"As the name suggests, my right hand, the fire hand is basically a flame thrower and my left hand is a water sprayer thing. For my next hand its the ELECTRIC HANDS!!!"

He screamed again while pressing a different button. His gloves are now yellow.

"I can generate electricity using these hands. The range isn't that far, but I usually combine it with the water hands for greater effect. And now for something completely different. BARRIER HAAAAAAAND!"

While screaming, he pressed another button. And now his left hand is changed into a green shield.

"I use this to defend myself against stuff. I can also defend other people with it. Oh and if you get hit by this, it's kinda painful. And last but not least is the DRILL HAND!"

He screamed and pressed another button. His right hand is now a black drill.

"I use this to pierce through stuff. It's pretty strong. I can probably injure someone badly with this thing too."
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Rao wiggled a finger in his ear. "Is it just a kaizou ningen thing, or must you scream every time you change your gloves? It's about as unnerving as watching a DJ scream every time he changes the volume on one of his discs. 'WEWEWEWEWEW CHAAAAAANGE VOLUME ONE!! SWITCH! OOOOOOOON!!!! WEWEWEWEWEW!!!!'" Rao waved his hands in the air and mocked what seems to be the worst example ever. "I mean, I can understand shouting out attack names, or when transforming or maybe when you get hit by a truck, but changing your gods damn gloves?"
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"I'm not sure myself. I've always done it since I was first transformed and learned about this ability of mine. Maybe it's voice activated. I'm not really sure. But it sounds cool."

Nimbus then decided to depower into normal human form because he's thirsty after doing all the shouting. After doing that, he reached his cup and drank his tea.
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Pouring himself and Nimbus another cup, Rao motioned for Nimbus to follow him up the stairs. Lying down on the golden straw that covered the roof, Rao relaxed and sipped his tea peacefully. It really was lazy and warm up here. Looking sideways at Nimbus, he explained the plan to trap and bait the kaijin.

"We'll do it here. I'm the bait, and you're the one holding the cage to trap us both when he comes for me."
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