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Kingdom Hearts: Soul Crossed Chapter 8: The Darkwing Before the Dawn Radiant Garden The wind whipped up and around Maris as she sauntered up along the cliffs surrounding the Great Maw, swirling her red hair out and around her as though it was trying to hold her tight.  She could see the destruction the huge Whimsy had left behind after its fight with those three pests.  It was too bad the creature had been damaged so heavily by the brats, but at least she could use it again if needs be.  After all, the Soulless weren't the only creatures she'd learned to command.  Like Restin, all four bowed before her for now, making her feel like the que...

??? "Wake up, child.  This is no place to be lounging about."Of all the possible voices Kairi could have woken up to, Braxis' was definitely on the low end of the list.  She groaned, her eyes shooting open, and she immediately wished that she hadn't.  Her head felt like someone had mistaken it for one of Wakka's blitzballs and her vision swam, making her feel nauseous.  A dark hand was extended to her and she took it, knowing somehow that standing on her own was not a good idea.  "Thanks," she muttered, her mouth feeling like it was stuffed with cotton.  She tried to back off so she didn't look like she was relying on him, but it was a mis...

Kingdom Hearts: Soul Crossed Chapter 7: Betwixt and Between Radiant Garden The trek back to the castle was haunted by a dour mood.  The trio trudged back through the Bailey, depression filling their souls and worry clinging to them like wet clothing.  Riku stared straight ahead, and he seemed to only react to changes in the terrain.  He still had out The Way to Dawn, though he held it so loosely that it appeared he might drop it at any moment.  Roxas was the opposite, his Keyblade at the ready, and he twitched at the slightest movement when he wasn't eyeing his two companions to make sure they were alright as often as he dared to make sure...

Kingdom Hearts: Soul Crossed Chapter 6: Hope and Despair Radiant Garden The music was soft and lilting as the mass of frills and flesh danced in circles to it.  It was an excuse to forget the dangers that lingered outside and enjoy their time together.  The small group of musicians had to play loud enough to be heard over the hum of the gears as the castle made its way to Radiant Garden's central hub.  Most of the residents of Figaro castle were used to it, and took the sounds in stride, adjusting to it for their guests.  Namine had even goaded Roxas into dressing up and joining her out on the dance floor, the blond boy tripping over himse...

Kingdom Hearts: Soul Crossed Chapter 5: The Swirling Sands Radiant Garden Riku dragged himself up and out from the wreckage, gripping Roxas's unconscious form as he made his way to the light.  Riku felt it couldn't be more fitting that someone who had spent so much time in darkness was so desperate to find his way to light and safety.  It mirrored his pursuit since returning to the islands, but at least this time, he could see the finish line.What he couldn't see was Namine through the smoke and sparks and he hoped that she made it out on her own.  He didn't want to have to fight through the loose wires and small fires to go back to her.  ...

Kingdom Hearts: Soul Crossed Chapter 4: Of Princes and Thieves Sherwood Forest     Braxis watched Kairi fall to the ground, her body crashing in slow motion to him.  It was almost a pity she'd been that easy to outsmart.  He'd half-hoped she would see through the disguise, if only so he could take on both Keyblade wielders at once.  His plan had been almost perfect as usual, and she'd fallen just as intended.  The only flaw was that Sora was not with them.   A minor problem, but things rarely go completely right.      His hand still crackled as time went back to normal.  The power was exhilarating and he reveled in it.  He was the best amo...

Kingdom Hearts: Soul Crossed Chapter 3: Search and Rescue      Sherwood ForestThe crisp night air made the forest that much more peaceful.  Sora stretched, watching the fireflies dance as he listened to the group of outlaws play a lively tune to keep up the spirits of the townsfolk in hiding.  From his place against the tree he watched them dance and sing, a perfect distraction from the darkness that threatened to drown out the village’s hopes.  For one night, they didn’t need to worry about the strange beings that were called Heartless.  Sora wished he could do the same sometimes.  He was the Keyblade wielder, however, and it was his duty...