#francisca and flamberge are also dealing with things in their own way

[pinkd3mon]

Really passionate about these three

[kirbybecomesastarwarrior]

So how evil would you say Morgan is?

In Morgan's last post, I mentioned one of the biggest changes in KBASW AU (to mix the anime & game lore...) is Dame Morgan the one who gave Hyness the Jamba Heart.

(I hinted at her ability in this post... when I said she's a black hole, I meant that.)

She was the one who created the dimensional rift that dropped the Jamba Heart at his & the cult's doorstep. Dame Morgan being very well aware that Hyness was in the position of the book of Legend made sure the circumstances a line with everything the book says.

And of course, she waltzes right in (pretending she just happened to pass by), "Could it be the Jamba Heart, and it's chosen you, imagine the great power you can do with that, only you could, this is your destiny... "

And presents herself "as a former star warrior who's become weary lost soul after the war just trying to find purpose." Needless to say, Hyness welcomes her with open arms. The raw power of an ex-gsa-soldier, he couldn't pass up this ...

The events of Star Allies are very different... The best way I can describe is (without spoilers/ this is a reference to Kirby Star Allies' game). The "Story Mode" doesn't happen but Star Allies Guest Star mode is happening... (Minus the boss battles MK & King Dedede since aren't there ... they have someone else to fight ~)

"Where's Kirby & the main gang during this..."

"Forgotten Land" is happening... and when Dream Friends are confronting Morpho Knight so is Kirby in the Isolated Isles (the Extra Mode), Morpho is testing Kirby and his friends all at the same time.

Basically (this Boss battle is happening), while everyone was fighting Morgan snatched the Jamba Heart away. However, one person notices and tries to stop her... Leading to... this zesty confrontation with Zan Partizanne and Dame Morgan.

Keep reading for spoilers~

Zan Partizanne was able to realize that it was Morgan who delivered the Jamba heart to their doorstep once she saw (Morgan) create the dimensional rift to snatch it away.

And as any true villain does... Morgan comes after Zan Partizanne's entire life & entire existence ( as well as the hypocrisy of the cult) and rubs her mistakes in her face leaving no crumbs.

And this is why Morgan's so dangerous. She takes advantage of everyone's very human flaws and calls people out on them... she knows how to play a good mind game. (via. Joker in the Dark Knight)

THE THREE MAGE SISTERS ARE MEANT PARALLEL TO UTHER'S & HIS THREE STUDENTS: Zan Partizanne - Sir Arthur/ Flamberge - Dame Morgan/ Francisca - Sir Nonsurat...

With a very key difference, the Mage sisters genuinely care for one another, Uther's students hated each other. Which is why the blind loyalty they put into Hyness sickened her (at least Uther had class but this bumbling moron's way to scrap at the bottom of the barrel.)

Dame Morgan is one of the most complex characters in the story. (Uther & Morgan's dynamic is basically Azula & Fire Lord Ozai...) She's very much out to get what she deserves, in a sense she played by the rules of the world but it was never enough.

Now she's out to make her own way, rule her own life... TO TAKE IT!

She's evil yes but you get why she's like this.

I also want to explain a bit more her power with the Jamba Heart, and how she was able to negate "insanity..." She's the middle man of the deal... that reaps the benefits. Getting that generated dark heat energy for herself. And it also helps that now she has her own personal sponge for that (*cough* Dark Matter *cough*).

And of course, after this, she departs for Dreamland... And this is where things get really interesting!~

I hope you all enjoyed Dame Morgan aka Morgan Le Faye.

[giantchasm]

Sack’s Random Kirby AUs #1: Perennial Bloom AU

Desperate to bring Sectonia back, Taranza makes a gamble after learning of Morpho Knight’s existence. Taking a bold stand, he travels to the Divine Terminus and summons it in hopes that if he defeats it he can resurrect the person he loves.

And Taranza does prove himself in battle, but Morpho Knight still refuses to grant his wish. It tells him that the cycle of life and death cannot be disturbed and that there’s nothing it can do. He must accept Sectonia’s death.

Taranza won’t, though. In an impulsive, last ditch effort, he makes an proposal that neither he or Morpho knight expected to hear:

“What if I offer up my own life!? You… you said you couldn’t bring her back because that would disturb the cycle of life and death. Could I… take her place? That way, it wouldn’t upset the balance.”

Morpho Knight, intrigued by his offer and impressed by his bravery, ends up presenting an impulsive deal of its own:

“Half of your life. Split your spirit in two and rekindle her soul. Your lifespan will also be cut in twain, but the person you love will return, having stolen much of your future from you.”

Taranza accepts, albeit under one condition:

“Return her as she was,” he pleads.

“I will remove the rot,” it responds. “The corruption will cease, but I can make no promises she’ll still be the person you remember after having experienced what she has. Her heart will return to her, but her memories will remain.”

Taranza’s frightened, but says that’s just fine. That’s… all that matters. That Sectonia is alive again, and that the curse he put on her is lifted.

As such, he willingly sacrifices half of his life. Sectonia returns.

She looks like she once did— like Joronia, that is. As she stares at Taranza, she’s frightened and confused.

She says she doesn’t know what’s going on. What… what happened? The last thing she remembers, she was…- t- there was that pink thing. She was fighting it. It…

“Killed you,” Taranza confirms. But he reassures her it’s alright. She’s back now. He’s been trying to save her for a very long time.

Staring at him, though, she’s even more confused. She remembers attacking him. She remembers hating him. Why?

He explains her corruption— just what the mirror did to her. He describes her becoming a tyrant who not only went on to terrorize Floralia but who treated him with abject cruelty. She remembers everything.

She’s horrified. Horrified, and a little angry. Why… why would Taranza try to bring her back? After being abused— seeing her become a monster? Why would he bring her back, knowing she’d have to remember that? Knowing she’d look like this again?

Fingers stretch. The shape of her eyes shifts. Fuzzy brown skin and orange horns remain, but golden wings burst from her back.

In a voice that isn’t hers, she screams:

“Why would you do something like that!?”

A pause. She freezes up at the sound of her own voice. She stares down at elegant fingers, quivering.

“What- what’s going on!? What did you do to me!?”

The Mage Sisters and Hyness are surprised when Taranza returns with the person he was hoping to save— they had no hope he’d succeed… and that surprise only grows when they realize he’s carrying her. She’s unconscious, and he’s screaming and crying about something having gone wrong.

Hyness’s hypothesis is that it has something to do with her nature as a parasite. For years she existed as a Frankenstein’s monster— an uncanny yet beautiful monster made of other peoples’ sewn together parts. Now that she’s ‘herself,’ again, her body has no idea what it’s supposed to be.

He, Francisca, and Flamberge take her inside to try and wake her, then calm her down. Zan Partizanne is put in charge of supervising Taranza in the meantime.

The minute they’re alone, she asks him, point blank:

“What did you do?”

Taranza plays dumb, saying he has no idea what she’s talking about, but Zan isn’t going to fall for it. She says that she’s familiar with death, and that there’s clearly more to this story than Taranza is implying. There’s no way Morpho Knight just brought Sectonia back. Taranza made some sort of deal with it, didn’t he?

He says he did no such thing. She tells him if that’s the story he wants to tell, then it’s fine, but she just wants to warn him: miracles don’t come for free.

(Rich, coming from her.)

Eventually, Hyness and the others are able to wake Sectonia, and by the time Taranza’s arrived, she’s calmed slightly. She’s still clearly unnerved, but says they explained everything to her— both what’s likely going on with her and how much he suffered in her absence. She apologizes for ‘lashing out,’ saying the last thing she’d want to do is seem ungrateful.

Taranza, of course, tells her it’s fine. He’s just happy she’s back.

…But is she happy?

Morpho Knight was telling the truth— she’s no longer cruel and self-obsessed, however Sectonia has been changed nevertheless. Traumatized and trapped in a body that’s always seeming to shift between two forms she despises, she’s not only crushed by guilt, but left with no idea of who she is anymore.

She… doesn’t deserve to be ‘Joronia’ after everything she did, does she? Taranza insists she does— that it wasn’t her fault, but it does little to convince her. She can’t stand the idea of being ‘Sectonia,’ either, though.

When he asks her what she’d like to be called, she says he can refer to her as whatever he’d like. She doesn’t care.

For the time being, they settle on simply ‘Nia.’ If she can no longer envision herself as Joronia— ‘beautiful spider,’ but also doesn’t wish to be Sectonia— ‘beautiful wasp,’ then…

Well, that works.

Taranza and ‘Nia’ return to Floralia, but aren’t able to stay long. As soon as the denizens realize the totalitarian queen has returned, they riot. She and Taranza are forced to flee to Popstar— more specifically Castle Dedede, leaving behind the only home they’ve ever known.

From there, they settle into a routine of sorts, with Nia attempting to adjust to being alive again and Taranza trying his best to help. This is easier said than done, though. Not only does Nia have the aforementioned identity issues, atrocities committed, and body dysmorphia to deal with, but she’s volatile and prone to lashing out. One moment she’ll be in a panicked rage, and the next she’s started to weep. She tries to remain stable and come across as content in front of Taranza, not wanting to tarnish his happy ending, but even that’s difficult sometimes. She’s very, very confused, frustrated and afraid.

She begins donning a mask at all times— unable to bear looking at the sight of herself regardless of which face she wears.

…Still, it’s not all bad. She starts to get to know the friends Taranza has made in her absence, and while some of them make her feel envious, she’s grateful for their presence.

She’s grateful for his presence as well, trying her best to make amends as they awkwardly attempt to repair their relationship and figure out what exactly it should be now that the dust has settled. Are… are they allowed to love each other now? Should they?

While initially Taranza’s friends are happy for him, the more of them that find out about the sacrifice he made to make this dream come true, the more he’s criticized. He’s told he’s done something self-sacrificial that he can never take back.

He says he’d never want to take it back in response, but they warn him that if Nia learned what he did, she’d be crushed. And not only that, but with the way he sometimes hears her cry at night…

Even he has to wonder if he actually did this for her or for himself.

(^ Unfinalized designs for/doodles of some messed up bugs)

[firaknight]

So this is basically PMD x Kirby

(Here’s a key: pink is the name of the character, green is the Pokemon they chose, blue means male, pink means female, purple is the description of design changes)

So, before I explain who gets who, Adeleine sets up a few rules/guidelines for everyone.

1: The couch. Adeleine and Ribbon live in a cottage on the outskirts of town and therefore have a small house. When everyone’s there, she has a set seating system: tall people (DDD, herself, Daroach, etc) have to sit on the couch or in the general back. Short people (basically everyone else) sit in front of the couch and around the floor (she gives them pillows and floor seats of course)

2: No repeats! It’s to help her remember and also to not cause confusion or arguments. Nobody gets to have the same Pokemon as someone else (the only exception being if they plan to evolve them into a branching evolution, like Gardevoir and Gallade in the Ralts line)

3: Personalize! Everyone gets to add design changes to theirs (cut ear, different patterns, accessories, etc) to make them their own! They also assign genders to theirs and if they can’t decide, dice are rolled. Odds for male, evens for female (they can choose not to, but the vast majority were like “yeah whatever let’s just give them a gender”).

Ok onto the actual Pokemon

Adeleine: Chikorita, female, wears a scarf (part of the in-game story) and has a multicolored head leaf! Also had a small crystal hanging from her neck!

She saw the design and called them a “tiny dinosaur with a big leaf” and immediately decided on them. She loves them to death and thinks they’re the cutest Pokemon on the planet.

Ribbon: Fennekin, female, wears a scarf (part of the in-game story), has fur that is more pink than red, and wears a huge red bow! Also has a small crystal hanging from her neck!

Couldn’t choose the same Pokemon as Adeleine and thought Fennekin looked beautiful (she was even more excited when she saw the final evolution). She also has a type matchup with Adeleine and absolutely takes bullets for her to keep her from dying.

Kirby: Eevee, female, white fur is tinted pink, has blue eyes instead of brown, and wears bunch of colorful accessories like bows, bracelets/anklets, and collars!

Couldn’t decide on the gender and the dice rolled female! He doesn’t care and loves his Eevee!!! He likes how soft they look and how they have different evolution!! It’s like his copy abilities!!! He’s stuck trying to figure out what to evolve them into tho.

Dedede: Piplup, male, wears a big robe and hat, body is a slightly darker and more vibrant blue, and is a little chubbier!

He convinced Adeleine to take on a more difficult dungeon request for this (she got a big dinner at the royal table and got to stay the night in one of the royal rooms out of it though so it was worth it) and after a near 2 hour run and almost 3 game overs, she got it. Dedede only wanted it because it’s the only penguin Pokemon in the series and he wanted a big penguin like himself!!!

Meta Knight: Ralts (Gallade), male, wears a mask like his own, has more jagged blades, and wears a cape!

Only picked them because they saw Gallade and said “yeah that’s gonna be me” and didn’t wait for an answer. He likes their arm blades and the fact that they have a mega evolution (even BIGGER blades!!!!!!! A big tattered cape!!!!!! Badass looks!!!!! What’s not to like!!!!)

Bandee: Karrablast, male, wears a blue bandana, body is orange instead of blue, stomach is cream instead of orange, and has a tiny spear (this is later removed when they evolve)!!!

They saw Escavalier and got super excited!! Double spear arms!!! Armored and tough looking!!! They like how tough they look and 100% chose them for that reason only (although the Pokemon kinda grew on them over time). Not ultra tough right now but they’re getting there!

Marx: Sableye, male, gems are basically mirrors, wears a jester cap like his own, and has only 2 claws instead of 3!!

He likes how fucking creepy they look and how their mega evolution has teeth. It’s a very specific detail they will absolutely drill into why they like them so much. They also like how powerful they can be if used correctly!

Gooey: Goomy, female, body is shades of blue instead of purple, has a tongue that noticeably sticks out!!

He originally wanted Ditto but then they saw Goomy and felt a certain kind of love for them. He also couldn’t decide and the dice rolled female! He likes how the name is similar to his own and how they’re goopy like him!!! They’re also super squishy and he is too!!!!!!

Rick: Dedenne, male, tail is shorter, body is similar in color to him, has beans!!!!!!

He likes how they’re kinda hamster-esc!! They have electricity too which is hella cool. They look kinda soft to him and he was mildly upset over them not having paw beans and demanded that Dedenne be given justice by having them drawn in (Adeleine totally agrees to this). He likes to think they’re mega soft like himself!!!

Kine: Magikarp, male, slightly flatter, blue instead of orange, larger fins!!

He couldn’t choose a Pokemon and eventually just settled on Magikarp because he thought they’d be ok. Didn’t realize they evolve into such a big Pokemon until they saw what it looked like in one of the dungeons. The keep bragging about how powerful they’re gonna be when they finally evolve, but nobody is taking him seriously because he can only use 1 move as of now and hasn’t reached a point where he can evolve yet.

Coo: Hoothoot, male, body is purple instead of brown, has spiked feathers on his head, has a softer and fluffier appearance!!!!!

It’s an owl. He wanted to be an owl. He reeeeaaallly wants to evolve because Noctowl looks way cooler but he’s fine with what he’s got for now!!! He has a speed based build because he can fly very fast :)

Dark Meta Knight: Noibat, female, monochromatic colors with some red mixed in, mask with a scar, tattered wing membrane!!!

Purposefully decided on having a femal because he thinks it kicks ass a little more (also he loves his adopted daughter and decided that would be badass too). Built like a fucking assault tank but with speed. He absolutely leads the charge when he’s playing and takes every fucking hit possible if it’s aimed at his daughter. Gloats about his badass evolution and how fucking sick it looks despite having not evolved yet.

Daroach: Sneasel, male, wears a cloak and hat like his own, has yellow and longer claws!!!!

He didn’t like any of the existing rats and said “lemme get a thief pokemon” and settled on Sneasel. They have a team called the Squeak Squad and it’s comprised of his Sneasel and the squeaks own copies of the game! They play together in their free time and Daroach had Adeleine grab him a Sneasel so he could play on her copy too.

Magolor: Inkay, male, wears a blue cloak like his own, has yellow eyes!!! (The cloak doesn’t really fit until Inkay evolves)

Physically couldn’t choose and then someone showed him Inkay and he said “oh! I fucking hate them.” It was only until they showed him Malamar that he said “oh they look like they’d backstab someone. Perfect.” He likes how fucking ominous they look and how they would 100% be a supervillain given the chance. His Inkay is a good guy tho don’t worry.

Taranza: Joltik, male, has tiny fangs and little horns that grow out when they evolve, wears a cape, has little gloves on their hands!!!

He wanted Flabebe because of the flowers but was told someone already took that one and decided he’d take a spider Pokemon! Almost settled on Ariados but then saw Galvantula and got super excited. He likes their fuzzy look and thinks they are a lovely Pokemon!!

Susie: Gothita, female, eyes are gradient blue with no pupils, has pink accents on the head, more modern appearance!!

She couldn’t find any pretty ones with tech on them but liked Gothita! She thinks they look ok and Adeleine was nice enough to invite her over for PMD game day so she joined in. Her Gothita is surprisingly beastly and is a heavy hitter! However she also gets her ass kicked really fast because Gothita isn’t built for up close heavy hitting.

Zan Partizanne: Shinx, female, wears the same clothes as her, has more yellow on her!!

She really liked how Shinx looks. Tiny electric kitty puppy thing! She wanted to name it after some kind of thunder deity but wasn’t able to (she probably had a name for it tho). Speedy little powerhouse who looks adorable. Continues to tell Adeleine that she’s only doing this to repay her debt (and also for insulting her hairline) but is really just enjoying herself.

Flamberge: Fletchling, female, wears the hat and ribbon-like shawl, has spiked feathers that stick up a lot like her hair, more vibrant red!!!

She fucking loves this little bird. Like. A lot. Something about them is just so awesome to her. Maybe it’s because it evolves into a giant fire falcon but who knows! She just loves them and cherishes them with all her heart. BEGGED Adeleine to recruit them and managed to convince her (she had to offer up making her a cool sword to get it. Adeleine accepted the deal almost immediately because cool ass sword).

Francisca: Vanillite, female, wears the hat and shawl, has more vibrant blue, ice cream part is the same color as her hair!!!

You know exactly why she chose this one. Ice cream baby!!!!!!!! She thinks they’re lovely and wants a plush of them super bad (they don’t make them yet but merch happens eventually!). She jokes that they have an ice cream stash they live in.

Pitch: Pidgey, male, green in color!

He got to join in after the other animal friends told him! He’s good friends with Adeleine (all the animal friends are) and she let him pick a Pokemon! He doesn’t play as much because he has to use his little feet’s but he does his best!

Nago: Glameow, female, body is orange and the ears are brown! Eyes remain closed instead of open to reflect his design!

He wanted it to be a girl just because. He says it’s because it resembles his girlfriend a teensy bit (just in coat color really) and he loves her a lot. Little bastard cat causes trouble on adventures and purposefully runs off to look for the stairs by himself without any incentive from Adeleine.

Chuchu: Frillish, female, wears a small red ribbon and has a more vibrant pink body!!

Couldn’t choose originally but settled on Frillish because it’s the closest thing to her. Nicknamed it frilly and likes to cause problems. She’s got a pretty decent move set and knows how to kick ass with it tho so she makes up for her trouble with that.

Queen Ripple: Flabébé, female, wears glasses and has black ear frill things, wears her crown, and wears her dress!!! Flower is white!

She gets to play too!!!!! Adeleine offered to let her have a Pokemon and she plays though wireless connection! On a very rare occasion, she makes a trip out to Popstar for a week or so and gets to play during then! She has a lot of fun and adores the design for Flabébé so damn much (plus it’s fairy type and that makes her very happy)!!!

[ihsom-has-a-writing-dream]

Clarity ~1~

Well hello there Tumblr, I’ve finally found the courage to post this thing! Be warned though, this story contains spoilers and focuses on three certain Generals! 

I have some plans for these girls, and love the prospect of fleshing them out more in a story! I hope you all like it! Note: this was posted before we knew if the Generals were all sisters or not. I implied some things in this first chapter, but now know they are all strictly sisters, no love here but the sisterly kind.

It was an almost impossible task, yet Francisca had accomplished it.

The icy general heaved, letting her axe disappear from use. There was a nasty scar along her shoulder, and her hat had a hole in it from the trespassers sword penetrating the carefully knit fabric. Zan was going to be disappointed in her for being so careless, yet the outcome of this battle outweighed the damage she received.

Francisca slowly floated down to the pink creature, carefully observing him in case he had decided to play dead. He hadn't, she could see the rise and fall of his chest, his labored breaths coming out less than evenly.

“You should have listened to me,” she chuckled. “I told you I would put you on ice for interfering.”

Of course she was talking to an unconscious...ball. And said ball she had no idea what to do with. Would she kill him here and now? Keep him prisoner?

She passively wanted more trophies for her collection, and another frozen one would be the icing on the cake.

However, she would have to show the other generals of the feat she had pulled off first. They would have to know there was opposition on this planet and to be prepared, it could mean a major setback in their plans. Hyness would not like that, she was positive.

Francisca slowly picked up the pink ball, humming in surprise at how light he was. It was great considering her shoulder was in no position to carry anything too heavy. She tucked him under her arm and went along her way into the deeper parts of the Jambastion.

It was actually one of those once in a blue moon days where Hyness wasn't completely bent on them finding the pieces of the dark Jamba Heart, a day where she, Flamberge and Zan could ‘relax’ to the best of their abilities. Of course half of the time said relaxing activities were training overseen by Zan herself, but hopefully they could fully unwind today. She had a shoulder to heal after all.

She had to spare a glance down at her prisoner, and her first reaction was thoughts about how cute he was. It sounded strange sure, but she liked her trophies cute and innocent looking. It was all the better to see such horror on their faces when she made them into statues. The moment when innocence was shattered, that was the image she loved to capture most in her artwork.

This boy would be perfect for that, if she got to do what she pleased with him. It felt only fair, after all she was the one to stop him in his tracks. But if Flamberge wanted to have her own fun..she would comply.

It didn't take her long to reach the open area of the Jambastion, she slipped past some Jammerjab’s patrolling the area and headed inside, expecting to hear some sort of ruckus. Instead she found the other two generals lounging about, doing their own thing.

Flamberge caught her gaze first, the fiery girl had a book open in her lap, scanning it’s contents. It had been a while since she had seen her read...well anything! It was a good thing too, maybe now she could show her some of her favorite books...

Zan on the other hand was knitting, and she seemed to be halfway through with her work. There were some hats for her and Flamberge resting aside her which were more suited for colder areas. Zan hated to admit that sometimes the universe was a tad too cold without the constant warmth of a sun around them. And that they would need to become warmer since their outfits were a little less prepared. Francisca obviously didn’t mind the cold much herself, but she knew her dear Berge and Zan would.

Before she could even announce her presence however, Flamberge noticed her right away, shutting her book and jumping up in delight.

“Francisca! You're back, finally!” Flamberge shouted.

She caught the attention of Zan, who set aside her knitting needles. “Ah, it's about time Franny. I was worried you somehow got lost on your patrol.” she let a hand rest on her hip. Then her eyes were directed to the unconscious puff by her side. Zan’s eyes raised in surprise, “Franny, do you mind showing us what you caught?”

Flamberge glanced down at Kirby, a gasp escaping her. “Wow Francisca! What is that? It looks cute!” she floated closer, lifting up Kirby’s arm to examine his face. “It is cute!”

Francisca chuckled, patting Flamberge’s head. “It's cute but also deadly. He barged into our lovely Jambastion uninvited and put a nasty scar on my shoulder.” she stretched out her arm for emphasis to show the damage done.

This time it was Flamberge's turn to be surprised, she promptly glared at the tiny puffball. Her flaming sword came to her from the air, as she thrust it in front of Kirby’s face, nearly puncturing his skin.

Francisca hopped back in surprise, although her sudden movements to protect their prisoner startled her more.

“Jamblast you! You puffy, pink pest!” she turned back to Zan, who had not moved an inch in her sudden outburst. “He deserves to be roasted! He hurt our precious Franny, Zan!” There was an unmistakable anger in her voice, a tone of which made heat rush to Francisca’s cheeks. This always happened with Flamberge; switching moods at the drop of a hat. Or in every case, if somebody hurt her dear Francisca. Although the icy general couldn't say she was complaining…

“Flamberge, put away your sword.” Zan floated calmly over, giving a look to her that stated she wasn't playing. Flamberge grunted, but complied.

“And Francisca, what kind of trouble was he up to in the sections?” Right to business, of course Zan wouldn't miss a beat.

“Destroying valuable troops, but otherwise just making his way through. He beat Pon and Con, the two of them seem to be freed from our influences.” she stated.

Zan hummed, drumming her fingers across her arm. “There doesn't seem to be much collateral damage, and our infantry could always be replaced.” She sighed, “There will be some repairing to do, but our biggest concern now are others like him.” she put her hands behind her back and started pacing.

Flamberge very carefully slided over to Francisca. She entwined her hand with hers, squeezing it for comfort. When Zan started pacing it meant things could get drastically worse. They were all considerably calm and collected, so their head general worrying over an opposition was nothing to shake a stick at.

“To think a planet like this could hold such a powerful creature..” she mumbled. “It would be foolish to assume there aren't others like him. We will have to keep a close eye on activities from the outside. Our lord will not have us to become cloaked with failure.” Her voice hardened near the end, and Francisca could feel her hand being squeezed even tighter.

“Flamberge, you will need to be prepared to fight any who choose to invade the Jambastion. And get to work on bringing back Pon and Con, we cannot have them escape and seek help.” she pointed a steady finger at Flamberge, who curtly nodded.

“What about me Zan? And more importantly him?” Francisca gestured down to Kirby, his form still rigid and unmoving in her arms.

“The original troublemaker, right.” She glanced at him, but then turned her attention elsewhere. “He will be held prisoner, we cannot send him back to the planet, but we also can't ignore the knowledge he may possess. A native from the land may better help us find the Jamba hearts.”

“Willingly?” Flamberge cut in, staring at Kirby with disgust.

“Willingly or not, if it comes to the point where he will not cooperate you will turn him like with the guards.” Zan looked out one of the many windows in the room towards Popstar. Her gaze hardened, “Failure is not an option here girls, you understand that correct?”

“Yes,” Francisca nodded, but then winced as a spasm cut through her arm up to her shoulder. “Ah...jamblasted…..” she cursed. She tried her hardest not to let her pain show, but Flamberge, ever observant, noticed anyway.

“You really need to rest Franny. You cannot fight in a position like that.” Flamberge gingerly put up a hand to touch the wound, but pulled back quickly when the contact made Francisca hiss in pain. “..sorry.”

“It's fine Flamberge, although I think I am perfectly capable of holding my own." She huffed, holding Kirby closer to her. It was instinctive; his soft body almost felt like a stress reliever..

“No, Flamberge is right. You will rest in recovery Francisca.” she held up a hand before the general could try and argue with her. “I will have no complaints on the matter,”

Francisca sighed, loudly. She hated being immobile for so long. The feeling of being useless…

“But, once again, what about pinky here?” she held up Kirby. “He is more powerful than you two might think, it would be unwise to leave him alone for extended periods of time. With his power he would surely break out with ease.”

The room fell into silence, of course before all could go smoothly dealing with Kirby was the main factor of concern.

Then just before Zan could open her mouth Flamberge had an audible ‘aha!’ moment.

“Ooo I know! Since we're trying to get him on our side, why not act nice to him? If we can persuade him to join the cause Hyness is so determined to make happen, there will be no need for turning! We can all look after him by the days.” she pointed to Francisca.

“You can keep him in check for a few days, since you're resting. Then you can hand him off to me, then Zan, and we start the process over again!”

Zan narrowed her eyes, “Flamberge that doesn't sound like a solid idea.” she put her hands on her hips again, giving the fiery girl a look.

“Why not?” she countered, mimicking her superior's stance. “It will be a potential new ally on our side, and a powerful one at that! Besides, turning takes a lot of energy and it would be easier this way for me.”

Francisca didn't know how she felt about looking after the person who nearly chopped her arm off. She wanted him as a trophy of course, but this made it seem like he was some pet. “What all does ‘looking after’ entail?”

“You know. Making sure he doesn't escape, keeping him fed and interested-"

“So like a dog.” Zan deadpanned.

“Exactly! But a smart and powerful dog.” Flamberge smirked.

“I thought you wanted to impale him a few minutes ago?”

“I still do, but the idea of making him into a pet is more exciting than killing him!” she giggled, her eyes dancing with mischief.

Leave it up to Flamberge to torture others in the weirdest ways possible. Although Francisca had to admit, the thought intrigued her too. She smiled, they were all a little sadistic on the inside.

Zan didn't seem as impressed as she could have been. Francisca could probably guess why, but the answer wouldn't seem fitting in the current situation.

“I...suppose using the easy way out isn't the worst option there is.” She crossed her arms, still sending Flamberge that glare. “But if he gets out of control and causes damage you two are responsible for his actions.”

Francisca nearly laughed, “Why am I also in on the shared blame?”

Zan smiled, an unsettling smirk painting her features. It sent chills down Francisca’s spine. “Because you are the one who brought him back here alive, instead of killing him on sight.”

She could hear Flamberge snickering beside her.

“Jambuhbye girls, I'll see you and our new pet later.” she chuckled and waved at the both of them, picking up her knitting supplies and heading out the door.

After a few seconds of silence Francisca sent Flamberge another glare, only this one being more lighthearted. “One of these days I'll get revenge for everything you've done to me, my dear Berge.”

Flamberge smiled, “You're kidding yourself Franny, you already know I'm too hot to resist.” she mockingly whipped her short hair back.

And oh, Francisca knew all too well.