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1. Restrain (塞, sai?) — Locks a target's arms in place behind their back.

4. Crawling Rope (這縄, hainawa?) — An energy rope entangles a target's arms.

8. Seki (斥, Repulse) Creates a round shield that seems to temporarily paralyze and repel whatever strikes it

9. Strike (撃, geki?) — Engulfs a target in red light, completely paralyzing them. "Disintegrate, you black dog of Rondanini! Look upon yourself with horror and then claw out your own throat!"

9. Hōrin (Disintegrating Circle) Causes an orange hued tendril with spiraling yellow patterns to erupt from the users hand and attempt to trap a target. the end of it remains in the hands of the user allowing them to control the path of the tendril before and after capture. The Kidō is able to connect with another one of itself if both have captured a target and bind them together. "Disintegrate, you black dog of Rondanini! Look upon yourself with horror and then claw out your own throat!"

21. Sekienton (赤煙遁, Red Smoke Escape) Creates a blast upon activation and is used like a ninja's smoke bomb.

26. Kyokko (曲光, Curved Light) Hides the target from sight, by bending light. The spell has the ability to totally hide the presence and reiatsu of the user or specified object.

30. Beak-Stab Triple-Flash (嘴突三閃, shitotsusansen?) — After using kido energy to draw out an equilateral triangle, the targets' arms and waist are pinned down and rendered immobile.

37. Tsuriboshi (吊星, Suspending Star) Creates a star-shaped cushion of Spiritual Energy, which anchors it to nearby objects with "ropes" of spirit particles. It can stop falling objects, acting like a safety net

39. Arc Shield (円閘扇, enkosen?) — Summons a shield of energy to block opponents' attacks.

58. Summoning of the Tracking Sparrows (摑趾追雀, kakushitsuijaku?) — Tracks and locates any spiritual force the user focuses on. To activate it, the user must draw a circle on the ground, cut into four parts with a specific character in each. The incantation animates the circle, causing various numbers to appear within until the specific set is found. The number set seems to be a variation on longitude and latitude. "Heart of the south, eye of the north, finger of the west, foot of the east, arrive with the wind and depart with the rain."

61. Six Rods Prison of Light (六杖光牢, rikujōkōrō?) — Summons six thin, but wide, beams of light that slam into a target's midsection, holding them in place. Referred to as "Six Rod Light Restraint" in the English manga and "Six Bars of Light" in some of the games. "Carriage of Thunder. Bridge of a spinning wheel. With light, divide this into six!"

62. Hundred Stepped Rails (百歩欄干, hyapporankan?) — A rod formed of energy is thrown towards the target before it disintegrates into numerous short rods which are used to pin the target to the surroundings and render them immobile.

63. Winding Binding Chain (鎖条鎖縛, sajō sabaku?) — The target is wrapped from the neck down in a thick chain.

73. Tozanshō (倒山晶, Inverse Mountain Crystal) Creates an inverted pyramid-shaped barrier around the caster.

75. Quintet of 1 kan Iron Pillars (五柱鉄貫, gochūtekkan?) — Summons five incredibly tall and thick pillars to pin a target to the ground. "Walls of ironsand, a priestly pagoda, glowing ironclad fireflies. Standing upright, silent to the end."

77. Heavenly Rickshaws in Silken Air (天挺空羅, tenteikūra?) — Transmits messages to anyone within a specific area. In addition to reciting the spell, the user must draw specific markings on their arms, which are animated by the spell to convey the messages. "Black and white net. Twenty-two bridges, sixty-six crowns and belts. Footprints, distant thunder, sharp peak, engulfing land, hidden in the night, sea of clouds, blue line. Form a circle and fly though the heavens."

1. Thrust (衝, shō?) — Pushes the target away from the caster.

4. White Lightning (白雷, byakurai?) — Fires a concentrated bolt of white lightning from the caster's forefinger.

11. Tsuzuri Raiden (製本雷, Bound Lightning) Electric current flows through any object the user touches and is able to lead electricity, damaging any target that is in contact with the object the current runs through.

31. Shot of Red Fire (赤火砲, shakkahō?, Red Flame Cannon in the English dub) — Fires a ball of red fire at a target. "Ye lord! Mask of blood and flesh, all creation, flutter of wings, ye who bears the name of Man! Inferno and pandemonium, the sea barrier surges, march on to the south!"

33. Blue Fire, Crash Down (蒼火墜, sōkatsui?, Pale Fire Crash in the English dub) — Fires a column of blue fire at a target in a similar manner to 31, but over a wider area and with more power. "Ye lord! Mask of flesh and bone, flutter of wings, ye who bears the name of Man! Truth and temperance, upon this sinless wall of dreams unleash but slightly the wrath of your claws."

54. Abolishing Flames (廃炎, haien?) — Fires a blast of purple fire that will incinerate a target completely when it makes contact.

58. Whirling Tempest (闐嵐, tenran?) — A widening tornado-like blast is fired towards the target.

63. Thunder Roar Cannon (雷吼炮, raikōhō?) — Fires a massive wave of yellow lightning at a target. "Sprinkled on the bones of the beast! Sharp tower, red crystal, steel ring. Move and become the wind, stop and become the calm. The sound of warring spears fills the empty castle!"

63. Twin Lotus Blue Fire, Crash Down (双蓮蒼火墜, sōren sōkatsui?) — Essentially a doubled version of #33, this spell fires two shots of blue fire with greater potency than the single-shot variety. "Ye lord! Mask of blood and flesh, all creation, flutter of wings, ye who bears the name of Man! On the wall of blue flame, inscribe a twin lotus. In the abyss of conflagration, wait at the far heavens."

Tatsuhiko Miyamoto was born the 15th child to a feudal lord of Japan, Taizu Miyamoto. His mother was a concubine to the lord, due to this he was considered bad blood and was often left out of the loop of things. He lost his mother while she gave birth to him and so he was sent to a temple to be raised by monks. By the time he was 11 he was one of the prized students, he excelled at his training and he absorbed information like a sponge. He had a love for t history and was eager to learn more, this eventually led to his leaving the temple at the age of 17. He traveled the land learning of different cultures and having rare chance to fight masters of the swordsmanship. Everything was a lesson for him and he was a very willing student, eventual he heard rumors of demons plaguing the land killing entire families. This intrigued Tatsuhiko as he wanted to know more of these so called demons. He made his way to the area that had the most rumors of this phenomena, though he was sorely disappointed. He found nothing in his search, much to his disappointment," Perhaps it was all just superstition," he said to himself as he sat against a tree. He was rather tired and decided to rest under the moonlight night for a moment. No sooner had he done so did he hear a loud howl, which made him jump up and reach for his swords out of instinct. He felt chill run up his spine and the hair on his neck stood on end, he began to shake a little but as he struggled to keep his composure. "Look at you shaking like a leaf, i haven't ate a human with spiritual pressure as high as yours in a while," a deep booming voice said from the darkness. Tatsuhiko didn't speak however as he was still trying to determine where the source of the voice was coming from. "Reveal yourself demon," he finally manage to say though the fear in his voice was apparent. A large white skull, with blazing red eyes appeared infront of him only a few inchs from his face,"Is this good," the hollow asked. Without a second thought, Tatsuhiko performed a upward slash aiming to cleave the hollows head in half, but to no avail as the sword broke without causing so much of a scratch. The hollow laughed at the pitiful attempt the human made at trying to defend himself, he re-payed his hard work with a hit to the face that sent him through the tree.
Tatsuhiko gasped for breath as he landed on the ground, the tree came down right next to him crushing his arm in the process. He cried out in pain as blood filled his throat choking him as he made attempts to breath. Suddenly he saw a man dressed in all black walking past him, Tatsuhiko tried to warn the man but the blood kept him from forming a coherent word. He could hear the sound of fighting then all was quiet, he wondered if the black robed person had been killed by the demon. His thoughts were answered as the dark robed man approached him, holding a katana in his hand. Tatsuhiko couldn't get a good look at the man, as he was now slowly drifting to unconsciousness. "Rest easy, samurai, a new world awaits," was the last thing Tatsuhiko heard before he blacked out completely.
Tatsuhiko awoke to find himself in on a bed in a rather large room. Confusion filled his mind along with questions,"So your finally awake, I never seen a dead man sleep as long that long," a voice said. Tatsuhiko turned to notice a young lady standing at the door with a smile on her face. "Dead man?" he asked with a puzzled look on his face,"This is the afterlife?" The woman smiled as she answered the question,"Ofcourse silly, although we like to call this the Soul Society." Tatsuhiko got up from the bed and surprisingly felt good, considering what had happen to him with the demon attack. "Well lets go you have training in a hour," the girl said turning away from the door. Tatsuhiko walked to the door as he spoke,"Training for what." She stopped in turned," Oh yea, sorry I forgot to mention. Your to be trained as a shinigami." Tatsuhiko wasn't sure what was going on, but rather than play 21 question with this girl he would see for himself what a shinigami was.

Time had passed almost regularly and Tatsuhiko became a well known shinigami, in the Soul Society. With his new lifestyle he was able to learn more than what he ever could in one life time, he learned about many past figures that once held rank in the human world as well as the SS. When this knowledge would serve him well when he was picked to be a vice captain by several captains. Though he hadn't requested the rank it was felt his talent would be more more of use at that position.

The Start (1277 words)
The Underworld was once a sad sight to behold, it was at one time filled with large treacherous bird like creatures. They devoured the souls of all those that dared to try to navigate skies, now only a few remained as a new predator had conquered the skies appearing in the form of a 3-Three Headed Hell Hound. Cerberus now guarded the skies still keeping the souls in check for fear of being eaten by the monstrous creature. The once chaotic city was now turned into booming Metropolis made by the demons that proved crafty merchants. The new Overlord allowed the passage of living beings into the Underworld to increase commerce and even creating a plaza where they could summon the spirits of their passed on loved ones just to speak to them again. The inhabitants came to love the new Overlord for his methods of he ran things, never in the history of the Underworld had their been such Overlord like Bastian and the demons and humans loved him for his new ways.

Bastian lay in his large bed, the bed itself could fit almost 10 people and still have room so that no one would be touching. Bastian roused from his sleep and gave a mighty yawn, as he did so he noticed the body next to him. The woman who had taught him earth bending lay next to him breathing gentle as she lay on his chest. Bastian looked down as he rubbed his hand through her soft black hair, despite her vulgar language and rough attitude she looked like a gentle woman while she slept. Bastian rarely allowed himself the luxuries of happiness and pleasure his position made sure of this, but he found comfort with Landra. This type of comfort he could never get from his many battles, though he would never bring himself to say it he loved this woman more than he loved war itself. Bastian looked to his left, his large window showed the skies how dreary they were to look at all the time. Bastian knew he had a long day ahead of him, today he would begin his personal trial to test his limits. He had prepared for such things for the past few months since his taking of the throne. He had new powers from the taking the mantle as the Overlord of the Underworld, however he had yet to learn to harness it. He slid from his bed gently so to not disturb his loves sleeping, she stirred only for a moment and reached out to him slightly searching for the warmth of his body,"Even in her dreams, she reaches for her man," he thought to himself with a slight smile creeping on his face. He leaned down and kissed her gently lips, though sleeping she returned his kiss,"Sleep tight, my Queen," he whispered as he turned away and headed to his closet.

Bastian had dressed accordingly for this occasion, he knew this would be a very testing ordeal. So in preparation for this moment he had special clothes made that should be able withstand great adversity. The shirt was long sleeved and felt like cotton on the skin, the pants were made of the same fabric and were black matching the color of the shirt. Bastian walked down the many corridors that led to the throne room. Bastian frustration grew at how many useless rooms there were in the large manor. He would have to take some time one of these days and figure how he would fill them. He turned a finally corner and was met by one of the many butlers, Bastian enjoyed the pampered life he enjoyed lazing about without a care. "Lord Bastian, is there anything I can do for you," the butler asked as he tried to keep pace with Bastian. Bastian waved his hand to signal he didn't want to be bothered, he had to much work ahead of him and didn't want to get distracted. The butler took the hint and bowed as he stopped following, Bastian turned another corner and arrived at his destination.

The throne in the back of the room centered directly in front of the door, the entire throne room itself was spacious and relatively empty. Bastian didn't want needless items adorned on the walls, the throne room was a place he came to when he needed to do business, he rather not decorate it so he would want to be in it longer. Bastian walked to his throne, his feet echoing as he walked across the solid floor. He reached for his weapon that lay leaning against the throne, the scythe he had named Oblivion was his sign of power. The long two bladed weapon was fearsome indeed, though Bastian had yet found a reason to use it. He grabbed the weapon and held it in his hands, the touch of it made Bastian feel empowered. He would use this weapon as a part of his training so he could be adept at using it. He turned away from the throne, his scythe hanging across his back attached by a unseen holder keeping it in place. Now having what he needed Bastian walked out his throne room and outside of the manor itself. He stood at the top of the stairs and looked down on the magnificent city he called Tartarus. AT one time it was filled with chaos, but since his rule had started he had turned it into a place a business. Many humans came and traded for the rare natural resources only found in the Underworld. Bastian took in a deep breath and exhaled low flames from his mouth, he did this to clear his mind before he began his day. Not looking back, he began to descend the steps that lead from his manor to the city, whistling loudly as he did so. Before Bastian had taken another few steps he could hear Cerberus answering to his whistle, the mighty 3 headed beast landed with great impact as it lowered its head so that Bastian could mount it. "I don't feel like walking all the way to the gate, so drop me of outside of the city," Bastian as he laid back on the back of Cerberus. Without hesitation Cerberus took off into the sky, being careful to not to make to many sudden moves so he would not disturb his master. The flight was a short one being only 10 minutes at the most, Cerberus landed lightly and gave a low growl. Bastian sat up and dismounted his partner,"I will be going on a trip partner, you can't with me this time. I need to learn to harness my abilities on my own or else all I have fought for will have been for nothing," Bastian said taking the time to pet each head of the giant beast. Cerberus didn't like leaving Bastian alone like this as his growl signified, Bastian only smiled crookedly at his friend,"I promise I will return when I have united the entire Underworld." Bastian knew the only way he could truly be the Overlord would be to quell any rebellions in the Underworld so that all the cities and all demons followed under his name and banner. Without any further stalling he turned way from Cerberus and walked into the uncharted lands of the Underworld, his first goal was the city known as Pandemonium the city of the giant demons. Bastian had encountered one of the creatures when he first arrived in the Underworld, he wanted to learn the source of there monstrous strength and unite them under his rule as well.

River of the Dead (1230 words)
Bastian traversed the vast Underworld to find the city of Pandemonium. The city of Pandemonium is considered the strongest of all the cities of the Underworld, it holds the best defenses as giant walls surround the great city. The walls themselves tower above everything in the city making it hard to scale the great wall. However from Bastian was, not even the wall was visible many times he assumed he was lost. He stopped once he reached the top of a giant hill, he looked down to find a large ravine. He cussed under his breath at his misfortune, he could easily bend his way across but he wanted to prove his own strength and not depend on his bending to help him. He felt if he was truly the Overlord he would have to master his lands with his own physical strength. He took a deep breath inhaling until his chest expanded, then exhaled flames. With that he began his long and hazardous climb down into the darkness of the ravine.

As he got half way down visibility became very limited and soon nonexistent. Bastian muscle tighten as he slowly descended, he was careful to make sure he had good footing before he allowed full weight to be put on any ledge. His breathing was steady and low, he had learned from his past training that breathing in through the nose and out through the mouth was the best way not to get winded. He climbed down at a steady pace and began to wonder when he would reach the bottom. No sooner than he had this thought then a giant hand broke from the wall and struck Bastian clean in the face. The attack stunned Bastian as he fell back and plummeted to the ground. With a loud and hard thud Bastian hit the bottom he took a deep breath as the wind was knocked from his body. He could hear another thud which he assumed was his attacker. "What luck, to run into the so called Overlord," the attacker said in a deep booming voice. Gaining his composure Bastian stood up and took out his scythe,"Perhaps I am, why don't you show your face so I can deliver my divine punishment," Bastian said looking around him. Its pitch black in here, but at least this guy is in the same position, he thought. "The Overlord has a smug look on his face, does he think himself in a good position," the attacker asked. Damn there goes that idea, Bastian thought as he realized the attacker was able to see in this darkness. "I smile because you are a just another insect in dire need of a squishing," he said in a attempt to mislead the attacker. A loud laugh came after the statement,"Puny so called Overlord you stand no chance against ...," the attacker said but sudden quieted. Bastian had pin pointed the location of the attacker and had launched a attack of his own. Bastian collided with the with the arm of the his enemy and oddly enough it made a "ting" sound like two metals hitting against each other. The small light granted from his weapon allowed Bastian get a good look at his attacker. His skin was a shade of greyish blue, its eyes were as black as the surrounding areas. It had a long head and great fangs protruded from its mouth, on top of his head were large black horns that broke off into many smaller ones. The size of the beast was tripled that of Bastian, a monstrous beast and ugly creature. The beast swatted Bastian back, he would have smacked into the had he not trust the blade of the scythe into the ground slowing how fast he was currently moving. "Nice try Overlord, but you wont survive in a darkness you can't see in," the monster laughed. Bastian smiled, he had already figured out how to kill this beast, he was slowly learning to rely on his ears rather than his eyes. He picked this idea up when he remembered the black eyes of the beast, the beast didn't turn to look at him when he blocked the attack. This meant that the creature was blind, so he to relied on his ears.

Bastian began his attack, he had a plan and hopefully it would work. Using his bending as a means to keep his scythe floating behind him he charged at the beast. Without any hesitation the creature made a swing for Bastian which he barely dodged taking a slight hit to his shoulder. With a flick of his hand the scythe struck the neck of the beast, Bastian knew he hit the target as eh could smell the burning flesh. The beast made a low gurgling noise before he fell back dying chocking on its own blood. Bastian took a breath of relief and sat in the darkness, as he sat however he could hear a low sound of water. Reaching into the darkness he used his bending to make his scythe fly into his hand. He stood up and rubbed his shoulder, it hurt a little but it was still not broken or out of place. He stumbled his way through the darkness until he came to a clearing that was lite by sky. Bastian guessed due to how wide the area was it was easier for light to hit this area. He could see a small dock and a single blacked robed man sitting in a boat,"I heard rumor from the dead that the Overlord comes," the robed man said without looking up. Bastian walked toward the man,"Indeed, and you are who," he asked in a calm tone. The dark robed man stood up and gazed at Bastian, the flesh from his face long gone leaving only his skull,"I am the ferryman, I help souls across the Undead river." Bastian looked across the river and saw that the city of Pandemonium was within sight now, at least the wall was. However it was across the river, Bastian looked in and could see many souls who tried desperately escape the torment of the dark waters of the Undead river. "Well get me across I have business in Pandemonium," he aid getting on the boat. Without further question the ferryman navigated the dark waters, several times souls would try and enter the boat only to flee away from it when the ferryman looked at them.

Finally making to the other side, Bastian got out from the boat,"Ferryman do you have a name," he asked though he didn't look at the skeletal figure as he spoke. The ferryman hesitated then answered,"Charion," he said finally. "Well Charion as the Overlord, I release you from this job. If you wish to remain then you may but from here on you aren't obligated," he said as he started to walk away. "What more is there i can possible do," he asked in shock, he never gave the idea an thought as he assumed this was his place for all eternity. Bastian shrugged,"Hell if I know, but you don't have to stay here," he said as he glanced over his shoulder. He turned back around as he was ever closer to the giant city of Pandemonium. "Prepare to to submit to my will, city of giants," he said as he laughed loudly.

Pandemonium (1132 words) Triple Strength
The large city of Pandemonium loomed ever closer as Bastian made his way to its large gates. The even from as far away as he was he could not see how high the gates were, it made him wonder how big these giants were to have built something so massive. Bastian approached the gates and beat upon the door, despite his own size each hit was like a loud boom. The massive door opened and Bastian was shocked at what he saw, instead of a huge creature he found a man not much taller than him. "Who are you, Traveler," the man asked. Bastian took a long moment to gain his composure then answered,"Ah .. I am Overlord Bastian....Isnt this Pandemonium the city of Giants." The man laughed at Bastian question and nodded his head,"Indeed this is the land of giants though i think the name is over exaggerated," he answered as he motioned for Bastian to enter,"Please enter Overlord, our king has waited to meet you, we had heard from others that the new Overlord was on the move to meet with cities." Bastian smiled as the man spoke, he had come to kill the kings that ruled each city and unify it under his name. Though with them thinking him coming in peace made his job all the more easier.

The man lead Bastian through the city, the city was beautiful indeed, each home was built to endure as each was made from stone and some other substance he couldnt identify. The inhabitants all looked human, so much that Bastian had to ask. "We are indeed all human, we have survived by building the wall. Being here so long in the Underworld it has awaken something in use that has unlocked our true potential as humans. Were able to become stronger than the average human and thus able to defend ourselves. The giant rumor i guess started when the wall grew so tall, i guess others thought that giants must have made something so massive" Bastian laughed a bit, he would have assumed the same thing. They approached a large castle directly in the heart of the city,"The king awaits inside, you will find a woman that will lead you to the throne room once you enter." Before Bastian could ask yet another question the man had turned away and left, shrugging off the abrupt exit of the man he turned and headed toward the castle.

Bastian walked to the gate and was met by a young girl, she had fiery red hair and looked no older than 19. Bastian assumed she was a handmaiden of some sort, before he could speak she turned away."Please follow me to the king." Bastian followed the girl as she lead him through numerous hallways, this reminded him of the annoying halls of his own manor and how pointless it was. Finally they reached the throne room at the very top of the castle, he found this idiotic as a person would have to go through all this to get a message to the king. The king was a large man, he lived up to the name Giant if anyone around his kingdom didn't. His name was King Raithon, he was renowned for his power though he was only human. He stood 10ft tall and easily weight more than 300lbs. Though he was built like a tank, he had very little fat on him at all. He had gray hair and a long beard that made him look very aged, his physique was like a man in his prime but his face was like a 80 year old man. Bastian wondered how he could conquer such a foe without his bending, he would just have to play it by ear. Raithon spoke in a loud voice,"Get out girl, this is a kings meeting," as he said this the young red head left the room and shut the door. Then Raithon looked at Bastian,"I know why you are here," he said plainly still sitting on his throne. Bastian smiled at Raithon,"Good then I dont have to exchange pleasantries," he said taking out his scythe. "I rather not result to violence, I would gladly vow allegiance to you," he said in a kind tone. "I don't want old relics in position power, as the new Overlord i want new people in charge of the cities. And to make sure you don't bother me in the future i must be rid of your existence and all those that wish to follow you." With that Bastian charged at the man while he still sat on the throne,"The I have no choice but to kill you," Raithon said as he cracked his knuckles in stood up.

Outside the castle the ground shook with each mighty punch from the Raithon. Many had tried to enter the throne room but during the battle Bastian had manage to trick Raithon into damaging the door so that it was jammed beyond repair. Despite the strength of the guards they could not break the door and could only watch as their king fought alone. Bastian was lucky that the old man was slow, for he knew if even one attack connected it would prove his own undoing. However, all his dodging was doing was delaying the inevitable. He had to think of a way to match this neanderthal might for might. It was then Bastian remembered what the man said when he first arrived. They were all humans and discovered that they had hidden potential, Bastian was human as well and if these humans could do then so could he. Finally Bastian ceased his dodging and slammed his fist into that of Raithons, by pure will he managed to triple his own natural strength and forced the fist of Raithon to let out a loud crack. Raithon shouted in pain as he tried to punch with his other hand only to have the same result. Succumb by pain Raithon shrank to his knees, he was already tired and now being overpowered he had lost the will to fight. Bastian wasted no time in taking the head off the giant man with a single clean swipe of his scythe. The head rolled to the ground the lifeless eyes staring at Bastian, he picked up the head and tossed it out the window along with the body for all the people to see. As the crowd gathered around the body they all looked up to see Bastian jumping down and landing on the body of Raithon. "All those that challenge the Overlord will suffer the same fate..." he said in a cold tone as he smiled crookedly. None spoke up but instead bowed, he had taken the first city now that remained was the final two.

Dragon's Maw (1628 words)
Bastian was feeling good about his recent win over the Raithon and now had its armies at his back. Now he was prepared to make his next move, however he wasn't sure how to get there. The city of Paragon was one of mystery and very few new anything about it. Even the scholars of Pandemonium provided little help at all. Before he could set out again he had to figure out the location of where the city could be. Bastian sat in the throne room of Pandemonium thinking of what course of action he should take. A knock came at the door though it was low and hardly noticeable if the room hadnt been quiet,"Enter," Bastian said in a bored tone. As the door opened a man in black robes entered, though he was escorted by no one. "Charion I see you decided you to leave the waters, what brings you here," Bastian asked recognizing who the man was. Charion skeletal face showed no emotion though it was obvious by the tone Charion was feeling joyous,"I first want to congratulate you on your victory, and also to say i have good news I think you may wish to hear," as he said this he took a seat in a nearby chair. Bastian sat uncaring on the throne as he waited for Charion to say his news. Charion finally looked back at Bastian and continued,"I hear your looking for the City of Paragon, I would just so happen to know its location." Bastian was indeed happy about this information but he knew information in the Underworld was rarely cheap,"Whats your price ferryman." Charion kept his gaze on Bastian as he answered,"I want my soul and flesh back, so that I may once walk the realm of the living." Bastian cared little about such things so he easily granted it to Charion,"However you must first get me there or at least as close as I can get by taking the river. I feel it will be much faster that way," Bastian finally standing up. "I wouldn't recommend it Overlord Bastian, taking the route of the river will get you closer however, it is the most dangerous," Charion said in a warning tone. Bastian interest was caught,"Elaborate," he said as his brow jerked. "The route is where the dead dragons reside and ruled by their Queen Takhsis the Undead Black dragon. She is very temperamental and has manage to keep all other dragons in check with her might alone." Bastian smiled at the thought, he had never seen a dragon he had only heard of them in stories. He also remembered that only the strongest could tame one the last one man to do so being Avatar Roku. "Yes I do believe i want to go to this route you speak of, its my duty to bring all in the Underworld into line under my rule even dragons," Bastian said grinning at the thought of him riding a dragon into battle. Charion shook his head and stood up,"If that is your wish Overlord." Charion was done trying to convince the Overlord this was a foolish attempt especially when it seemed he was quite enamored by the thought.

Bastian and Charion made it to the River of Undead and entered the boat, the trip was a relatively short as they arrived into a vast graveyard like scene. Bones of all manner of creatures filled the area, Bastian looked at Charion as if asking "Did the dragons cause this." Charion returned the look by nodding his head in a manner that gestured to the front of them. Bastian turned and marveled at the sight he was beholding, in the sky soared a great black dragon. She had four great wings each a different color, her she spewed thunder from her mouth. Bastian was in awe at the magnificence of the dragon,"That is the Queen Takhsis," Charion said not sure if Bastian was listening. Bastian smiled,"I will tame her no other will suffice but her," he said with without looking away as Takhsis disappeared behind the mountains. The boat stopped at a half way and Charion steered the boat near land,"I cant go any farther Overlord, from here on his the dragons territory." Bastian understood was confused how a dead man could fear dragons, he was already dead after all. However Bastian didnt asked questions as he got out from the boat. "As I agreed you may have your soul and flesh back," Bastian said as he walked off into the graveyard of the many dead creatures. Charion took a final look at Bastian, he had to admit he admire his fearless trait. He walked alone to face the dragons yet he never wavered even for a second, he decided if Bastian succeeded then he would give his new life in service to him. With that thought he turned away from the land and head back down stream toward Pandemonium.

Bastian walked the great field of bones though he didn't run into any dragons. He was beginning to grow irritable when he could hear a loud crunching noise. Bastian walked toward the sound and came upon a dragon eating a creature, its fangs sunk into the flesh and bone and ripped it from the body. Bastian watched until the dragon finally looked at him,"Ah my food delivers itself it seems," the dragon said still eating. Bastian smiled,"I am the Overlord, and if anything your soul is my food now tell me where I can find your Queen." The dragon leaned its head closer so that its face was almost touching Bastian. "Come again human," the dragon said its breath wreaked of rotten flesh. Bastian gripping his scythe slipped it up so that the blade stabbed under the beast head hitting the soft underbelly. With a mighty yank he pulled the scythe splitting the entire lower part of the mouth in half. The Dragon threw back its head as it roared in pain, Bastian taking advantage charged and leaped as high as he could and stabbed his scythe into the belly of the dragon. Due to his weight the scythe slide down causing it to tear a hole into the body. Blood spurted from the wound and covered Bastian as he landed on on the round. The dragon tried to fly away only to fall to the ground, Bastian smiled as he could see a large number of dragons approaching his location. Bastian sat down on the body and waited for the dragons to arrived hoping Takhsis would be amongst them.

The dragons landed all roaring and snapping their teeth at Bastian while he still sat down on the dead dragon. Bastian could feel his blood boiling, he knew he couldn't survive against such large odds yet he welcomed the challenge. Finally his target appeared in all her glory, her roar caused the other dragons to quiet in fear as she landed. She glared at Bastian her emerald green eyes and brought her face a little closer so she could get a good look at Bastian,"A human, a living human at that out here," she said in a calm tone,"And you attack one of my servants, one of my bests ones. I wonder what i should do with you." Bastian stood up still gripping his sword but maintaining his smile,"I warned him on who I was and he refused to show proper respect to his betters." Takhsis laughed as she lowered her body so she now lay on the ground her head easily larger than Bastian's entire body. "And who are you to think you can demand respect of the dragons," she asked. "I am the Overlord of the Underworld," he said in a plain tone. Takhsis expression didn't change as he said who he was,"Oh my the Overlord graces us with his presence." Bastian was not amused by the sarcasm as his face clearly showed. "So you think to bring the dragons into line do you," she asked in a flirtatious tone. Bastian knew fighting wouldn't be the best course of action so he decided on a new plan of approach, diplomacy. "I have come to strike a deal, I know full well you have no choice but to reside in this land. So I have come bringing you a chance to escape from this torment. However only one of you may leave your prison." After he said this the dragons argued amongst themselves on who would be allowed to be released a few fights even broke out. Finally Takhsis grew tired of the mindless prattling and bickering and roared to quite the loud dragons. "Overlord offers a chance at freedom, it makes sense that I take it. You waste your time arguing over a matter, besides I am sure that was his intention anyway," she said looking at Bastian. "Indeed it was, the Overlord needs mighty allies and none are more mightier than you Queen Takhsis," Bastian answered. "Well human, I believe you have a deal. The Queen of Dragons fights for you and only you. However when you die, I expect the deal to out live you," she said calmly. "Indeed you have my word as Overlord that even if I die you will remain free," Bastian said with a smile. Takhsis smiled her sharp fangs making it more scary than welcoming,"Then what is the Overlords wish," she asked allowing him to mount her. "I need to find Paragon do you know its location," he asked as he made himself comfortable. "Indeed though it has long since been abandoned since we dragons have taken over. You may claim it if you wish," she said as she took flight. Bastian smiled at his luck, taking Paragon would be easier than he thought.

Paragon The City in the Mountains
Bastian looked down from on top of the Takhsis the undead dark dragon,"Up ahead is the city of Paragon," she said as she closed in on the city. Bastian was shocked to see there was no one there just as Takhsis had said. She had landed in a plaza of the city,"There isn't much here to challenge but if i remember correctly the throne room is in that direction, follow the road," she said nodding her head toward a large castle located near the back of the city. Bastian looked at how far he had to walk and could see why she didn't fly closer, the city was built around numerous mountains that were inaccessible unless by walking in foot. "Wait for me here i will be back once i see all thats inside," Bastian said as walked toward the castle.

The city was indeed abandoned though Bastian could feel something amiss. He looked around the many homes but they all looked as if they were just built, nothing had corroded away it all looked new."How strange that it would look so ....new," he thought as he walked through the city. Suddenly he heard movement, he looked inside one of the houses and peered into the darkness. Though he saw nothing he was sure he head heard something, finally bored with looking he continued down the path only to stop yet again. "You gonna hide all day or are you gonna show yourself," he said aloud to the unseen foe. "I guess your to good, thought its to late intruder," a voice said stepping from the darkness. Bastian turned to see a man that looked exactly like him. "And what manner of creature are you," Bastian asked. The creature didn't respond as it recklessly charged at Bastian. With minimal effort Bastian used his earth bending to trap the creature,"I thought you weren't suppose to use bending you said as such in your mind," the creature said struggling. Bastian smiled,"Perhaps you should stay out of my mind then," Bastian said as he severed the head of the creature,"I have a throne to take." Bastian walked the rest of the length of the road and came upon his goal. The throne was still being sat upon by its previous ruler, his flesh had left his bones though even in death he would not be moved. Bastian smiled as he kicked over the remains and sat on the throne, he could feel his power grow and suddenly he could hear noise from outside. He got up and looked from the window to see the ghost town now alive and bustling though he was confused as to why. "The city is tied to the fate of its ruler, when he dies the people cease to exist," a voice spoke from behind. Bastian turned to see the bones speaking the eyes glowing red as it did so. "I see, well that is good for i have no use for a dead city. And also," Bastian said as he walked to the talking skull and crushed it under his foot," I don't need a noisy talking skull." Bastian left the castle and was met by Takhsis outside of the castle,"What are you doing here," he asked,"I didn't think you could pass by the mountains." Takhsis scoffed at the statement,"You didn't ask, I could have flown you all the way here." Bastian laughed a little as he mounted her back. "Well we are off to the last city, the only one that remained unconquered, Dementia." with that Takhsis took off into the sky and headed toward the last city.

Complete Unification
The last target on the list of Bastian's unification was the city of Dementia, it was said it was ran by a man known as Gustav. He rebelled against all the past Overlords and always manage to maintain his land as a separate kingdom. However Bastian had indeed done his homework on Gustav and learned if there was one thing he cherished in this world it was his family. Bastian would exploit this weakness and take the final throne in order to have complete unification of the land. As they approached Takhsis landed outside the gate so that Bastian could dismount. "I will call for you once I finish here," Bastian said though he didn't smile as he spoke. Though his plan was simple enough he had made this kingdom the last on his list for a reason.

The city wasn't heavily guarded as it seemed they allowed people to come and go as they wished. Bastian entered took a look around the city, the build was similar to Tartarus except their seemed to be more vegetation and growth around the city. Bastian wondered how plants could grow in such a place and marveled at how it was surrounded by a huge waterfall. Bastian thoughts were interrupted when approached him,"Overlord Bastian correct," they asked. "Wonderful a armed escort, well take me to the King," Bastian said smiling. The men escorted him to the palace gate where he was met by a young woman. She had a very regal look about possible a noble or queen. "Hello Overlord Bastian, I am the daughter of the King Gustav, Princess Lena Satsukari," she said in a calm and controlled manner. Bastian smiled at the young girl, as she turned away leading him to her father. Bastian was a warrior and he could always recognize another warrior when he saw one. Lena's walked was powerful yet subtle, her expression was all giddy like most girls her age it was calm and passive. As he finished his thoughts they arrived at the throne room where King Gustav waited. Once there Lena had left the room so that the two men could talk,"Overlord Bastian so you have come to conquer my land next," Gustav said getting straight to the point. Bastian smile faded as he looked into the eyes of Gustav, the look and intensity matched his own. "Let me ask you mighty King, do you remember a woman by the name of Shar Alistair," Bastian asked still keeping his eyes on Gustav. Gustav paused for a long moment and finally his eyes widened," That woman from 30 years ago when the Underworld first opened, yes I remember her well. What does she have to do with this," Gustav asked. Bastian walked slowly toward Gustav his voice sinister as he spoke,"She was my mother and because she hated my father she allowed me to be taken by the nation. I spent my childhood in a orphanage where i was treated like crap and told I would never be nothing. I had no childhood because my father abandoned me and my mother," as he spoke Gustav fell back on his throne,"Now I am not only here to take the land, I plan to kill my father and all he loves in redemption for what he did to me."

Bastian grabbed his scythe as raised it,"Wait please kill me if you must, but my family have nothing to do with this please let them live," he begged. Bastian said nothing as he brought down his scythe on the head of Gustav, a loud scream could be heard as he did so and Bastian turned to see Gustav's family. The woman and boy ran away, as Bastian was about to give chase Lena appeared in the door. Her face was pale then it suddenly turned to anger, he could see beast living in this girl and it was slowly forcing its way out. Bastian yanked his scythe free from the head of the man that left him and his mother, his so called father taking his entire head off with the yank. His eyes still on Lena his crooked smile returned,"The sins of a father...," was all he said as he approached her. Suddenly the anger was replaced with slight fear, Bastian raised his scythe as if he aimed to kill the girl as well then began to laugh. He reached down and helped the girl up,"The sins of the father, are not the sins of his children. You have talent Lena, i will make a deal with you. I will not destroy your home as long as you lead it under my banner." As he said this Lena nodded her calm features returning,"You will be one of the Four Horsemen of the Underworld, from here on you are Conquest Leader of Dementia," as he finished speaking he walked away from the throne room,"You can do what you want that damn corpse."

Bastian approached the courtyard feeling more powerful than when he came. He waited for Takhsis to land her great body shaking the ground as she did so,"So you Unify the Underworld, you are the first and only Overlord to do say," she said as Bastian Mounted her back. "Yes yes but this is only the first step, for now though lets return to Tartarus, my wife should be waiting for her husband to return." With that Takhsis let out a loud roar that scared the people of Dementia, satisfied with the deed she took off into the sky and made her way to Tartarus.

The Return
Takhsis landed on top of Bastain's manor, the building was shockingly strong enough to hold her full weight. "I like your home its so roomy," Takhsis said in a joking tone."Well make yourself at home Queen Takhsis I will see you after i meet with my wife," Bastian said as he leaped down from his house landing directly in front of the door. he looked to see his wife on the throne waiting for him,"Your late Bastian, I was getting ready to find me a new husband," she said in a serious tone though Bastian knew thats how she joked around. "Well its a good thing i made it in time," he said as he approached her and picked her up in his arms. They kissed passionately as he carried them to the their room,"It seems I get to see first hand the might of the Overlord," she whispered in his ear. Bastian smiled crookedly as he kicked his room door close, he had accomplished his goal and many more things needed to be done, but for now he would enjoy the company of his wife..