NECRO-Driver Dawn EP 29: Lightning Strikes A Shadow!

Narrator: Following a masterful display of cunning and bravery, the Blitzwing crew have delivered a huge blow without having to step onto the battlefield. Though they're finding what they sought from such a risk, it's still not enough. If they hope to win this war, they're going to need more. And fortunately for them, lightning CAN strike twice… (Play episode opening songs Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Opening 2 HD 1080p and G Gundam: Unmei no Gong)

(This episode takes place right where the last one left off.)

Zach: Capt. Maeko?

Capt. Maeko: Hm?

Zach: I have a question.

Capt. Maeko: Let me hear it.

Zach: Do you think it'll be enough?

Capt. Maeko: What?

Zach: What we did in Takar. Did we do enough to convince people to join our cause?

Capt. Maeko: I'm not sure. Were things simpler, we wouldn't even need to explain why we're fighting them to begin with. But with everything that's happened, we're constantly fighting an uphill battle.

Alex: We can't deny though that it definitely gave us something to work with.

Fadra: It needed to be done. I think we did well, all things considered. 

Kira: So then, what now?

Capt. Maeko: *Thinks…*

(Just then… A cloud of smoke suddenly and instantly fills the room) (Play Pokémon Anime Sound Collection - Team Rocket Motto (Kanto Version)

Ayumi: PREPARE FOR TROUBLE!

Baron Hampton: MAKE IT DOUBLE! 

Ayumi: To protect the world from Sonjo's hatin!

Baron Hampton: To unite all steak raisers within all nations!

Ayumi: To uphold the joys of truth and love!

Baron Hampton: To extend our reach to the stars above!

Ayumi: AYUMI!

Baron Hampton: Baron!

Ayumi: Foul haters, blast off at the speed of light!

Baron Hampton: Surrender now, or prepare to fight! 

(Stop playing the song) *Everyone stands there looking confused…*

Kira: What the…

Alex: Why do you two keep doing that?

Baron Hampton: Because the fans of our vlog love it.

Alex: There you go again about the fans and vlogs. Is this going to become a regular thing with you?

Baron Hampton: Yes.

Zach: Well, points for honesty I guess.

Capt. Maeko: Why have you both come here?

Ayumi: We have urgent news for you captain.

Capt. Maeko: I'm listening…

Ayumi: Big brother and I discovered a secret hideout that belongs to the Principality. It belongs to Shenrei, Skia', and Graves.

Kira: A secret hideout?

Capt. Maeko: And just how did you learn of this secret hideout?

Ayumi: We found it on our way back from Takar, when we were filming our latest vlog episode. 

Alex: Again with this damn vlog…

Capt. Maeko: Keep going.

Ayumi: Well, it seems that Khan found out about their secret hideout. And when he did, he left immediately for it.

Capt. Maeko: WHAT?!

Ayumi: Annnd also Master Tazz went to stop him…

Capt. Maeko: WHAT?! When did this happen?

Ayumi: About 10 minutes ago.

Zach: How did they even leave without anyone noticing?

Baron Hampton: Oh, we noticed, we just didn't say anything.

Alex: And you decided to say something only now because…?

Baron Hampton: Because Sonjo left to go after them about two minutes ago.

Capt. Maeko: WHAT THE FU-

Kira: Captain! LANGUAGE!

Baron Hampton: Yep, all three of them are gone.

Capt. Maeko: Why didn't you tell us as soon as they left? 

Baron Hampton: I'm honestly not sure, but we can tell you where they're going.

Capt. Maeko: You'd better, after withholding all this information from us for so long. Where are they heading now?

*Baron Hampton and Ayumi point the way towards the hideout. The Blitzwing begins moving that way, in the hopes that they'll be able to catch up with their members.* 

(Meanwhile…) (Play song Naruto Shippuden OST - Prophet (Yogensha) + Crimson Flames (Kouen)) *The camera pans down to Shenrei and Skia', who have just finished powering down. In a nearby area quite a distance away from the hideout.*

Shenrei: (And with that, I've achieved new power.) Now then… Skia', you were planning to get revenge on the Blitzwing. If you're planning to go now, don't. Put all that on hold, return to the hideout and focus your mind. You're not in a good mental state to achieve your goals now. I can tell your mind's all mixed up. You won't accomplish anything if you decide to leave now.

Skia': …

Shenrei: And… One piece of advice… The next time you see him, make sure you finish Sonjo off. He holds too much sway over you. 

Skia': Oh? And just what would you know about that?

Shenrei: As you wish… Until the next time.

*Shenrei disappears, leaving Skia' by herself. Skia' stands there for a second, before jumping on top of some nearby high ground. She looks out at the area with a blank, emotionless stare, before smiling sinisterly. She wields her scythe, charging it up to unleash a devastating attack. She nearly does so when…* (Stop playing the song)

Khan: Hey Skia'! 

Skia': *She stops her swing, and looks over to see Khan nearby.* Khan.

Khan: *He walks toward Skia' before stopping.* (This darkness I feel… It's worse than before. This is really Skia'…)

Skia': What're you doing Khan?

Khan: I've come to stop you from making any more decisions that are going to have disastrous effects!

Skia': So you came here to try and convince me to leave?

Khan: No, I came here to kill you.

Skia': You know that you can't defeat me, you're much too weak. What are you plotting?

Khan: I don't need any plots to defeat you! Ever since you appeared in Wabba City, I knew something was up with you. The only reason you stuck around, is because Sonjo was too much of a simp to do what needed to be done. And even after you almost killed him, he was still your beta simp. You of all people should know this, but I don't share Sonjo's taste for simping. I'm sending you straight to hell!

Skia': Do you know what I desire? 

Khan: No, and I don't care. 

Skia': To destroy the Blitzwing, and everyone else related to it. THAT is my desire. I've defeated both Sonjo and Jin at the same time… Do you really think you can even defeat me?

Khan: Think? No, I know I can.

Skia': Well then, let's see you back up that bravado.

*Skia' charges up her scythe, while Khan prepares for her to attack. Skia' finishes charging up, and charges at Khan when… Master Tazz grabs their wrists, holding them firmly and preventing them from moving.*

Khan: ?!

Skia': ?!

Khan: Master Tazz!

Master Tazz: (They really meant to kill each other. I hate to see former friends fall like this.)

Khan: Why did you stop me from attacking?!

Master Tazz: Khan, you were planning to kill Skia' all alone right? There's no need for you to burden yourself like that. 

Skia': The interruptions continue. Are you next then, Tazz?

Master Tazz: Skia', let me just say this… This path you're walking leads nowhere. The revenge you're after won't get you anywhere in life. Stop seeking revenge while you still can. I don't want to have to kill you.

Skia': You talk like either of you could do that anytime. Stop acting like you're some superior! Shenrei isn't the only one looking to take you down… Master Tazz! 

*Skia' swings her scythe at Master Tazz, who effortlessly evades her attacks before sending her flying from the high ground with a quick spinning back kick.*

Master Tazz: Khan, I need you to listen to me. Go inform Capt. Maeko to get everyone ready for a huge battle. The time has come to settle things, once and for all.

Khan: And what will you do?

Master Tazz: I will take what would've been your life's burden. It's the elder's duty to protect the future, after all.

*Master Tazz jumps down, before calmly landing down a few feet away from Skia'. Having to face Skia' for the first time, Master Tazz begins to think.*

Master Tazz: (Skia'... Sonjo continues to love you, no matter what you've done to him.) There's no mistaking it. I finally know the depth of the bond you and Sonjo share.

Skia': Oh really? Then you can join him in hell!

Master Tazz: You have so much potential Skia', and that's why I'll stop you from using it to bring the world to ruin. Skia', I will stop you. Even if it costs me my life.