Trevor moved quickly through the woods towards Popo with Brian struggling to keep up. Trevor hadn’t said a word since he told Brian they had to move quickly. Brian was still confused about what Trevor was getting so upset about.
He tried to reason it out in his head why a crazy squirrel would cause Trevor to behave so on edge. He began to wonder if the four legendary heroes were like this in any way. It was just then that it hit him.
“Trevor!” Brian called out, “Didn’t the four legendary heroes fight wild animals at times?”
“Yes,” Trevor said shortly, “I see you are realizing the severity of our situation.”
“So what does it mean if there are animals attacking people again just like twenty years ago?” Brian asked.
“I can only speculate,” Trevor answered, “And I pray that I am wrong.”
“Are you saying we could be under another invasion?” Brian gasped.
“There!” Trevor said, “Popo. Dead ahead.”
Brian ran up alongside Trevor and looked past the edge of the forest. A small town rested along the shores. He could see sailors moving about and many street vendors selling goods.
“Hopefully, the sailor who had brought me to Raptorland is here again and willing to offer us safe passage,” Trevor explained.
They entered the town and made their way down to the docks.
“Bert!” Trevor called out as he ran towards a young sailor with a thick beard.
“Ahh, Trevor!” Bert greeted, “So nice to see you again.”
“Likewise,” Trevor said, “Listen, I’m afraid I don’t have a lot of time to chit chat. We need to get back to Eagleland as soon as possible.”
“I see,” Bert said, “Well, I was actually going to head over with a load of goods tomorrow, but I can see that this is something you need and since I do owe you one, I suppose I can leave a day early.”
“We’d be in your debt,” Trevor said.
“Meet me back here in a half hour,” Bert said, “I’ll be ready to leave by then.”
“Thank you,” Trevor said.
They left Bert and Trevor led Brian into a local restaurant.
“Why did Bert owe you one?” Brian asked.
“He was being threatened by robbers back in Eagleland,” Trevor explained, “They had pulled a gun on him and were going to shoot if I hadn’t stepped in and helped out.”
“With that PSI Repel I bet,” Brian said.
“It’s been known to come in handy on a few occasions,” Trevor said with a small grin.
“Listen,” Brian said, “I know I’m giving you a hard time, grilling you for information and all. It’s just that this whole thing really blows my mind. I mean, I’ve heard the stories of what happened twenty years ago, but to see it happening now…”
“I know,” Trevor said, “I have to admit it’s taken me by surprise too. I knew there was a disturbance in the world but I thought those cyborgs were the extent of it, but now that we’ve seen wild animals becoming mad, I’m afraid we have no other choice but to suspect that there’s another alien invasion at hand.”
“Do you think the world could survive?” Brian asked.
“Four young kids stood up to this challenge once,” Trevor said, “And they beat the odds. Not only are they all still around, but there are people like you now also living, not to mention people themselves have taken some measures to defend against terrors like this. I’m sure the world will be just fine.”
Brian couldn’t help but notice an underlying tone of worry in Trevor’s voice. He was sure there was something else going on, but he figured this was as much as he would get from Trevor at the moment.
They ate a small meal while they waited and then after a half hour, they went back to the docks.
Bert had his boat out and was preparing it to leave.
“We’re all set here,” Bert announced.
“Thanks a million, Bert,” Trevor said, “You have no idea how much this means to us.”
“Glad to help,” Bert said, “Let’s set off then!”
Trevor and Brian climbed into the boat and Bert untied it from the pier, turned the motor on and they set off towards Eagleland.
Lucky for them, the weather was perfect that day. The sun was shining and a strong breeze was blowing, making their trip smoother than they had hoped.
After a few hours, Trevor suggested he and Brian get some rest since they have been going nonstop for awhile.
“The cabin down below isn’t the best,” Bert admitted,” But I’m sure you’ll be able to find a good spot to catch some z’s.”
“Thank you,” Brian said.
He and Trevor went below. Bert definitely was right. The small cabin wasn’t that much to look at. In fact, it was fairly messy, but there was a small bed and a couch that looked comfortable enough.
Trevor took the couch, offering Brian the bed. Brian had barely laid down when he fell fast asleep.
It seemed like no time had passed at all though when he awoke to Bert’s shouts.
“Get up!” he urged from above, “Something very odd is going on up here!”
Brian leapt out of bed, put on his shoes, and followed Trevor outside.
“These clouds rolled in out of nowhere,” Bert said, “I swear it was perfectly clear one second, and then the next it’s completely overcast. Not natural, I tell you.”
“No, it’s not,” Trevor said quietly.
He began to scan the sky above as if looking for something. Brian suddenly felt an icy cold feeling grip his stomach. The feeling drew his eyes out over the water.
“There’s something…” he murmured.
“What was that?” Bert asked.
“Something’s out there,” Brian said.
“Brian?” Trevor asked skeptically.
“I don’t know how I know,” Brian said, “But everything in me is telling me that something is out there in the water and it’s coming straight at us.”
Trevor looked out in the direction Brian was staring. Slowly, he could make out a ripple in the water.
“What is that?” Bert asked, “Looks like some whale or something surfacing.”
Just then, something did emerge from the sea, but it was hardly a whale.
“Great scott!” Bert gasped and fell backwards.
Brian’s heart had leapt into his throat. He felt himself trembling all over.
“What is that… thing?” he gasped.
A long head had emerged from the water. What looked like fins went down its back. It had a long mouth and a long, thin tongue that waved about in the air.
“It can’t be…” Trevor gasped, “I’ve seen pictures, but… It just can’t be.”
“What is it?!” Brian gasped again, half angry, half petrified, “Some sort of dragon?”
“It has a name…” Trevor said in a shaky voice, “Kraken.”

Supreme Starman wasted no time and immediately fired a beam at Ness.
Ness quickly jumped to the left and narrowly missed the beam.
Supreme Starman then leapt straight at Ness to strike him. Ness crossed his arms and murmured "PSI Shield Beta."
Supreme Starman struck Ness but was partially knocked backwards by the shield. Ness stumbled backwards but managed to keep his balance.
"Very good," Supreme Starman commented.
"Thanks," Ness replied cooly.
"I see the legend hasn't let himself soften up any," Supreme Starman commented, "I guess your power is even greater than when you defeated Giygas."
"Scared?" Ness asked.
"I'm merely pointing things out," Supreme Starman, "It will do us well to have an accurate record of your abilities before the end."
"You want to record my abilities?" Ness asked, "How about I just show them to you?"
Ness widened his stance some and held his hands out. I can't afford to go all out, he thought, Not while I'm right outside my own home. I only hope this can be enough.
Ness reached into the depths of his mind and found an old feeling within himself of something young and playful. He felt the surge of it race through his arms and into his fingers.
"PSI Rockin' Gamma!" He cried.
Rainbow colored lights rained down on Supreme Starman and spread themselves out around him. They then converged on his spot and exploded. Supreme Starman flew backwards and landed hard on his back.
Ness straightened up and glanced up at his window. He could see Paula by the shades, watching over him.
Supreme Starman got to his feet. Ness could see a grin on his face.
"Impressive," Supreme Starman said, "Now shall I show you my abilities?"
Supreme Starman threw his hands over his head and shouted "PSI Starstorm Omega!"
Ness quickly ran further away from his house as a shower of stars struck the ground around him, causing multiple explosions of light.
Ness dove forward and rolled on the ground. The force of the attack pushed him further and into a tree. He let out of gasp of air when he hit.
"Had enough?" Supreme Starman taunted.
Ness stood up and brushed himself off.
"I think I'm good for a few more rounds," he stated.
Supreme Starman answered by racing towards Ness again.
Ness quickly held his hands out and yelled, "PSI Flash Omega!"
An immensely bright light blanketed the area. Ness shut his eyes tight as Supreme Starman yelled in surprise. He stumbled backwards and covered his eyes, cursing under his breath.
Ness quickly darted around Supreme Starman, grabbed his bat, and swung with all his might.
His bat connected with the back of Supreme Starman's head.
Supreme Starman stumbled forward as he struggled to regain his vision.
Ness held out a hand and said, "PSI Paralysis Gamma."
A ripple of energy shot towards Supreme Starman. He started to jump out of the way but the energy caught his legs. They instantly stiffened up and he fell to the ground.
"Got yourself stuck there?" Ness asked.
Supreme Starman struggled to stand but his legs refused to respond.
Ness walked over and stood over Supreme Starman. He held out his hand.
"I think a Rockin' Gamma at this range should be enough to finish you off," he said.
He began to focus his mind and felt the familiar energy well up inside him.
Suddenly, Supreme Starman twisted around to look up at Ness. His visor began to glow a menacing red light.
An unseen force took Ness by surprise and threw him back about fifteen feet. He landed with a thud and rolled over.
Paula let go of the drapes, shouted for Christian to sit still, and began to race downstairs.
"Time to do what I came for," Supreme Starman said through gritted teeth.
He pointed a finger at Ness as Ness slowly got to his feet. His visor glowed an even brighter red as his whole arm began to tremble.
"Infector Beam," Supreme Starman gasped.
A red beam shot out of his finger and sped through the air so fast that Ness never saw it until it struck him near his right shoulder and pierced right through him.
"Oh," he gasped and fell to the ground.
"NESS!" Paula cried as she burst from their house and ran to him.
"Too late!" Supreme Starman yelled in triumph, "See you later!"
He vanished in a flash of light. "Ness," Paula said urgently.
Ness winced and looked at Paula. "Guess he got the better of me," he gasped.
"Something's not right about him, Ness," Paula said, "Even for a Starman, the energy I felt from him seemed very unnatural."
"Well, we'll get him back once all of us are here," Ness promised.
Paula helped him sit up. Ness closed his eyes and placed his hand over his wound.
"Lifeup Beta," he said.
A refreshing aura filled his skin and slowly faded away.
"Ouch!" Ness gasped.
The wound hadn't healed at all. Paula gasped. Blood began to run faster through the wound.
"That's weird," Ness said, his tone changing to a slight panic. He closed his eyes again.
"Healing Beta."
A soothing sensation overcame him but after it passed, the pain of his injury returned even moreso.
"Healing Omega!" he gasped in desparation.
He felt as though he was being born again as an immense sensation of peace filled him up, but as it died away he felt as though his shoulder was being ripped apart.
"Ahh!" he cried out in pain and fell over.
"Ness!" Paula gasped.
"Something's wrong," Ness gasped, "I can't... heal it."
"No..." Paula moaned, "I'll get something to put on it. Don't move!"
She ran into the house, and Ness lay still on the ground feeling hurt, alone, and helpless for the first time in a long time.

The sun had never shone brighter over the small town of Threed. Stories of darkness, evil, and zombies were now only stories.
The circus was once again in town and children of all ages were running around enjoying the various attractions. In one corner, a girl stood with a small group of younger kids holding a glass.
"Now it takes awhile for it to fully come to you," she explained, "but if you focus hard enough on it happening, then it will happen."
She held out the glass in her hand.
"PSI Levitation Alpha," she said.
The glass rose off of her palm and floated in the air.
"Ooooh," the kids commented.
"Now you try it," the girl said.
The kids held out their glasses and said, "PSI Leviation Alpha."
Most of the glasses stayed put but some did wiggle around and rose a tad before falling back down.
"Cool!" some kids said while others grew frustrated and stomped their feet.
"Now don't get too worked up," the girl advised, "Like I said, all it takes is a little work."
"I'd rather turn things to ice!" one boy yelled.
"I'm sure that's more exciting," the girl replied, "but this technique can be just as satisfying over time. When you master it enough, you can even use it on yourself and fly."
"That would be pretty cool," the boy answered.
"Okay, everyone," the girl said, "That's enough for today. I hope you all manage to get the hang of levitating things before long."
"Thanks!" the kids yelled and ran off in various directions. Two kids, a boy and a girl, stayed behind and walked up to the girl.
"Did you see us, Angela?!" they said excitedly, "We got our glasses to float a little!"
"Well, I would hope that my little brother and sister would be capable of doing it," Angela answered with a smile.
Angela Barker had lived in Threed for all of her 16 years with her parents and her two younger siblings, 11 year old Simon and 9 year old Mary. Neither of her parents had the gift of PSI but she, Simon, and Mary all posessed it. Simon and Mary could only do simple things at this point like turning a small amount of water to ice or burning a twig.
Angela had developed her powers to an amazing level. She always loved having her gift and has always worked at improving it. As she had hinted to her small class, she was able to levitate herself and fly through the air. It had become second nature to her and she was now able to fly great distances with using only a small amount of PSI energy.
Angela walked home with Simon and Mary arguing about whose glass floated higher and got lost in thought. She often wondered what all there was in the world and wished alot of the time that she could leave and travel the world.
When they arrived home, Simon and Mary raced to their room to try and levitate their toys and Angela went to her room and sat on her bed.
She picked up a book from the floor and flipped through it. It was an account of the adventures that Ness, Paula, Jeff, and Poo went on. Angela idolized them and always dreamt about becoming as big a hero as they were.
The doorbell rang and Angela heard her mother yell if she could get it.
Angela went downstairs and answered the door. "Kayla?" she said slowly.
"I'm so glad you're home," Kayla said, "I wasn't sure who else to come to."
"Kayla," Angela said, "What are you doing here? I haven't seen you in over a year. Not since you had to move back to Fourside with your parents."
"Yeah, I know," Kayla said, "And I'm real sorry for losing touch with you, but I knew I had to come see you now."
"What's wrong?" Angela asked, "I can tell you're upset."
"You'll never believe what happened to me this morning," Kayla said.
Just then, they heard a blast in the air like a jet trying to break the sound barrier.
"What was that?" Angela gasped, looking up.
She and Kayla saw a bunch of figures fly by high in the sky. They could barely make them out.
"What are those things?" Angela asked.
"I can't tell," Kayla said, "But they don't look like birds or a plane."
"Well, it can't be Superman," Angela said with a laugh.
"Can you follow them?" Kayla asked.
"What?" Angela gasped, "Why would I..."
"Please," Kayla said, "Something very strange is going on and I'm learning not to let anything pass me by without figuring out what's up."
"I... I suppose I could," Angela said, "They weren't going too fast."
"Good," Kayla said, "See if you can find out where they're going. You have the power of telepathy right?"
"Yeah," Angela said, "I can let you know as soon as I find out, but..."
"Please hurry," Kayla said, "I'm just... really worried."
"Sure," Angela said.
Angela looked into her house, knowing her mother was in her room not suspecting a thing. She then looked up into the sky and a sudden rush of euphoria overcame her. She grinned slightly and then took off into the air and soared after the flying figures.
Kayla watched her slowly fade into the distance.
"I promise I'll find you Michael," she said softly to herself, "No matter what it takes."

A warm breeze bended the long blades of grass in the mountainous region of Dalaam.
"The winds are growing restless," a deep voice said.
Emperor Poo rose to his feet and looked into the sky.
"It is as I feared," he said, "The forces of darkness have returned in hopes of turning this world into a desolate wasteland of destruction."
He walked over to a cliff and looked down at the world below.
"Perhaps it is not too late to counter this evil," he went on, "I'll have to leave as soon as possible and join with Ness again. This cannot go unchecked for long."
"Ahh!" a small voice gasped from above.
Poo looked up to the high peak known as the place of emptiness. He smiled just a bit as he thought back on the time he traveled their for the first time.
After a short time passed, a small boy climbed down the ropes leading up to the place of emptiness.
"I am proud," Poo greeted, "You have completed your Mu training, Mako."
"Thank you, master," Mako said, "I hope I will be able to great things in my time."
"I am sure you will, my son," Poo said, "In fact, you may have that chance sooner than you think."
"How is that?" Mako asked.
"I do not have much time to explain," Poo said, "But we do have to leave very soon."
"Leave Dalaam?" Mako said.
"Yes," Poo said, "We must get to the city of Onett as quickly as we can."
Just then, the ground beside them exploded into bits.
Poo and Mako fell down in surprise.
Poo sprung to his feet and searched the skies.
"Master," Mako said, "Right there."
Poo looked behind him.
"I'm afraid I cannot let you do that, Emperor Poo," Supreme Starman said, "At least, not while I still draw breath."