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[ka-za-ri]

“When there is light, shadows lurk and fear reigns. And by the blade of the knights, Mankind was given hope. “

Since the beginning, the darkness within humanity had the power to influence the spiritual makai realm. It is through this darkness which creates malevolent creatures called Horrors, a destructive spiritual predator that breaks into the human realm through gateways. These gateways are also influenced through dark energies, be it a gun or a lamp, if the object or place is contaminated with enough dark energies, it becomes a crack between realms that allows Horrors to escape into the human realm, where the Horrors can cross over and posses and/or prey on humanity as subsistence. As creatures that operate within the shadow, many lives were ruined and destroyed by the Horrors; they aim to turn the world into darkness. The only force preventing their attempts to overthrow humanity is the Makai Order. Through use of spell-casting, mysticism, and martial arts, the Makai Order established their own shadow force of priests and knights that secretly hunt down and defeat all forces of darkness.

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Whoo After way too much talking about it, I’ve finally gone ahead and done the thing for this crossover AU! It’ll be taking parts of the Original and Ryuuga continuity. Basically tagging @hypaalicious and @roses-and-oceans and @thirsty-angst-lord bc I’m basic as fuq and meta’d them into this lmao

Noctis Lucis Caelum: The God’s Fang Knight

Though the title of the Golden Knight belongs to the Saejima line, Noctis’ title is not unknown. He received his training at a young age in Kantai, like many young aspiring knights. Completing his training there in a few short years, he followed his father, Regis on many hunts against horrors in the Eastern Territory. 

With an increased frequency in Horror reports, even the Watchdogs have warned Regis against pushing his limits. Unyielding in his decision to be a protector, Regis loses his life one night protecting a child from a Horror. That is the same night Noctis took up his father’s Makai sword to don the armor for the first time. 

Sensing the increase in Jaki in the world from the increased number of Horrors, he receives orders from the Senate to seek out the source and eradicate it with a team of selected warriors by his side. 

Makai Priest Prompto Argentum 

(I’m sorry Prom, I couldn’t find anything that was without a face, you get Rian instead)

Prompto hails from Kantai and is requested by Senate to serve as Noctis’ personal Priest. Much like his friend Rian, he prefers using a Makai Gun over his brush. He has a rather large fascination with Horrors and keeps a running tab of the ones they have encountered. Loyal to a fault, his earnestly works hard to gain the trust of his party members to ensure for a smooth trip. 

Since he’s the only Priest in the group, he is charged with regular purification rituals and the creation of any potions, tinctures and tools that may be needed. Since he only recently completed his training from Kantai, he’s often not confident in his abilities to support this group. 

He’s addicted to Bar Chess and any time he gets a chance to, he’ll ask to play. The best times being under a crimson moon when they’re allowed to rest for a night without having to hunt. 

Gladiolus Amicitia: The Bone Crushing Knight

One of the Knights who taught Noctis after Regis’ death, guiding Noctis to his path of Knighthood. His tattoos are actually the result of a Madogu gone awry and now he carries the spell on him at all times. Gladiolus spends most of his time training young knights in handling Soul Metal and basic survival skills needed as a Knight. Though he was ordered by the Senate, he has his own reasons for vanquishing Horrors. 

Being Noctis’ former teacher, he knows best Noctis’ temperament and is regularly on guard to reel in the younger knight from any reckless actions. In return, he’s constantly reminded to reel in his own emotions and desire for revenge after seeing his students devoured by a Horror. 

Ignis Scientia Silver Knight ZERO

After the fall of the Silver Knight ZERO, no one was able to pick up the dual blades left on the ground where he had fallen. Raiga had already claimed the title of the Golden Knight. As such, the only other disciple Rei had picked up the heavy mantle and title of the Silver Knight. 

Ignis is hesitant to carry such a weighted title. The name of the Silver Knight was well known throughout the land. However, after striking a contract with Silva, he takes up the armor in the name of his late teacher and to assist in cleansing the night as his teacher had taught him. 

Though he is much more stoic and reserved than Rei was, Ignis is undoubtedly his student. The Senate sees his abilities and orders him to join Noctis as a comrade and a fellow protector. 

Time is running out before the darkness envelops the world and the Horrors take over. 

BONUS: 

Chancellor Ardyn Izunia and Jinga

They’re friends. That’s all. .... For now.