The Closing Ceremony was in full swing. Megumi, Arsha, and Optimus\u2019 holo-form stood on the podium that indicated which spot they won. Confetti came down as they were cheered and applauded on all sides. The Five Chizaran Princesses then arrived with Azuliterii holding a large, leather-bound book, Rojenthi holding a round device with a handle, and Rosadera holding a long box. \u201cLadies and gentlemen,\u201d began Rosadera, \u201cthis 3V2R is certainly one for the books. We witnessed a Convergence bring unlikely universes together, saw both allies and enemies come together, and got to see the final end of Lord Vortech. I must say, I will never forget this one. These three combatants,\u201d she gestured towards Megumi, Arsha, and Optimus, \u201chave proven to be the toughest of this tournament\u2019s contenders. Now, they shall claim their rewards.\u201d Azuliterii approached Optimus and handed him the book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOptimus Prime,\u201d she announced, \u201cThird Place prize is the Grand Tome, a spell book with all the spells known to magic users. I believe you and your friends will enjoy studying it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe sure will!\u201d gasped Optimus. \u201cI never thought I\u2019d see it in my life! It\u2019s considered as mythical as Vorton was!\u201d Rojenthi then approached Megumi and handed her the device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cMegumi Hishikawa,\u201d she proclaimed, \u201cSecond Place prize is the Keystone Forge. The Vortonians stole it from Vortech and gave it to us before their extinction. We believe you are most worthy to use it. There ARE three more Keystones to make. Bring them into existence and a new era will begin in the multiverse.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIs this new era\u2019s beginning time sensitive?\u201d asked Megumi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cNo, thankfully,\u201d answered Rojenthi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThen I think I\u2019ll wait until my kids are on their adventures before I use it,\u201d declared Megumi. \u201cGives me enough time to look over the instruction manual.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cNot a bad idea,\u201d agreed Rojenthi. \u201cThe manual\u2019s inside the handle.\u201d Rosadera then approached Arsha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cArsha Royana,\u201d she called, \u201cas promised, you are the master of the Master Wand.\u201d She opened the box to reveal a silver wand with tiny jewels set into it. \u201cUse it however you see fit, but guard that thing jealously.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI have a place for it already,\u201d replied Arsha as she accepted the wand. \u201cRealmfleet\u2019s been notified and they\u2019re ready to put the Master Wand in the Vault.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cGood to hear,\u201d bid Rosadera. The winners then thrust their prizes into the air in a sign of victory. \u201cWith all that,\u201d declared Rosadera, \u201cit\u2019s time for the Closing Parade! If the winners will follow us, we\u2019ll all go to the Winner\u2019s Float!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Chizaran Spectrum Marching Band began playing and led the way as the crowds cheered for a spectacular event. The float could hold Optimus in robot mode as well as Megumi, Arsha, and all of the Chizaran princesses. Their friends and families were on floats right behind them. Everyone waved and smiled at the crowd, all proud of the event they participated in. The parade lasted for a good solid two hours. While everyone was still smiling and waving, fatigue was about to set in until the floats pulled up to their designated areas. Arsha, Megumi, and Optimus followed the Chizaran princesses to the Closing Torch and accepted their own smaller ones. They raised the torches, then threw them into the Closing Torch, causing it to leap up and change colors repeatedly, all with the associated colors of the Chizaran princesses \u201cLadies and gentlemen from all realities,\u201d began Rosadera, \u201cwe cannot thank you enough for supporting past, present, and future tournaments. This will always be considered as one of the famous ones. Arsha Royana, Megumi Hishikawa, Optimus Prime, thank you so much for giving a good show and making friends along the way! Your sportsmanship and aid deserves the highest reward!\u201d She then pulled out three coins, each divided up into 17 segments, each segment with a single color from the Chizaran princesses. \u201cChizara and her people would be honored to welcome you as honorary Chizarans and pray that you and your friends and family will visit us whenever you wish!\u201d explained Rosadera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cMy Lady Rosadera,\u201d replied Arsha, \u201cI speak for my friends and family when I say we would be honored!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI speak for my people as well,\u201d supplied Optimus, \u201cwhen I say we graciously accept.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAnd I know my friends and family,\u201d finished Megumi, \u201care spoken for when I say we are honored.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBring it in, then!\u201d called Rosadera as she opened her arms for a hug. Optimus transformed and activated his holo-form before joining Megumi and Arsha in hugging Rosadera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLadies and gentlemen,\u201d called Blancalmarem to the cameras, \u201cyour means of viewing does NOT, repeat, NOT need adjustment! Arsha, Megumi, and Optimus and their friends and families are honorary Chizarans and may visit us whenever they wish!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis is a rare honor for anyone in the multiverse,\u201d continued Nemengra. \u201cNormally, only contestants may visit us and only if they are participating in the 3V2R. After aiding us against Vortech\u2019s attempted takeover of our home, we all felt they would love to see a world they\u2019ve saved whenever they wish.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe cannot thank you all enough for your support through these times,\u201d Blancalmarem went on, \u201cand hope to see you tune in to future tournaments! I am Blancalmarem, the white princess of Chizara and the life leader!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI am Nemengra, the black princess of Chizara and the death leader,\u201d finished Nemengra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAnd we thank you for joining us for the 590,492nd Verse Vs. Verse Rumble Royale!\u201d the two princesses finished together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After the Ceremony, everyone gathered at Castle Nerd Skull for an outdoor feast. Even the Chizaran princesses joined the feast. Food for all diets, including Energon, was available. As everyone sat down, Megumi tapped her fork against her glass for quiet. \u201cFriends and family, both new and old,\u201d she began, \u201cnormally, we\u2019d have to tread carefully around a Convergence. During this time, we\u2019ve all had our…difficulties. However, I think I can safely say that, if our universes go through a Convergence again, I would be welcoming you all with open arms! Arsha Royana, you run one of, if not THE, best ships in Realmfleet. Without your imagination and guidance, we wouldn\u2019t be talking as friends. Don\u2019t hesitate to call us if you want help in bringing Dr. Borg down. Optimus Prime, you and your Autobots are some of the best warriors I have ever met. If you need aid in defeating the Decepticons, you know who to call.\u201d Everyone clapped when Megumi finished. She held her hands up for quiet again. \u201cNow, there IS one cloud on the horizon, and that is the departure of Batman, Wyldstyle, Gandalf, and Hongo. You four, there is still time to reconsider.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve already made the decision,\u201d replied Batman. He then did something not many would think he would do. He pulled his cowl back to reveal Bruce Wayne. \u201cBesides, we haven\u2019t really done much to protect our own homes. It\u2019s time for us to go.\u201d He then stood up and walked over to Richard who had already changed into his usual outfit. \u201cRichard Saunders, Kamen Rider Guard, King of the Feudal Nerd Society, it would be my pleasure to give you the Shift Keystone.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThank you,\u201d accepted Richard as Bruce handed him his Keystone Gauntlet. Gandalf then approached Michael.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLord Michael Archer,\u201d he announced, \u201cI would like to bestow the Elemental Keystone to you.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI graciously accept this gift, Gandalf of the Istari,\u201d thanked Michael as Gandalf bequeathed his Keystone Gauntlet. Wyldstyle then moved to Emily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDame Emily Williams,\u201d she began, \u201cCMO of the F.N.S., you\u2019re the one best suited to use the Chroma Keystone. You better put it to good use, you hear?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLoud and clear, Lucy,\u201d replied Emily as she accepted Wyldstyle\u2019s Keystone Gauntlet. Last, Hongo approached Hiroki.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cPrince Hiroki Hishikawa,\u201d he chuckled, \u201cI can\u2019t think of anyone more suited to use the Scale Keystone. Stay up to date on the Kamen Riders, understand?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI do, Hongo-san,\u201d assured Hiroki as he was given Hongo\u2019s Keystone Gauntlet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cMinna,\u201d called Megumi as Batman, Hongo, Wyldstyle, and Gandalf sat back down, \u201cwe\u2019re all going to miss them, but we won\u2019t forget them, will we?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cNot a chance,\u201d agreed Richard. Just then, there was fanfare played with imaginary trumpets! Everyone turned to see Lisa and the Stooges coming out with a covered serving tray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cEr, should we be concerned?\u201d Nazay asked Richard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLet\u2019s just say,\u201d replied Richard, \u201cthey might foul up whatever fowl was cooked.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLadies and gentlemen,\u201d called Moe, \u201cpresenting the multiverse\u2019s best goose!\u201d They uncovered the tray to reveal a well-cooked goose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cNow, with your permission,\u201d announced Curly, \u201cI shall carve!\u201d He sharpened the knife, took up the fork, then stabbed the goose with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAWK!\u201d cried the goose. Curly yelped in surprise. Some of the feasters goggled in horror.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWhat are you screaming about?\u201d asked Moe. \u201cGo on! Carve the goose!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI can\u2019t!\u201d replied Curly. \u201cOur goose ain\u2019t cooked!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHow do you figure?\u201d demanded Moe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt called for help when I jabbed it with the fork!\u201d explained Curly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cGo on, lame-brain!\u201d snarled Moe. \u201cGive me a gander at that goose!\u201d He took the fork and knife from Curly and stabbed the goose with the fork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAWK!\u201d the goose shouted again. This time, Moe yelped and more of the feasters looked on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHey!\u201d called Larry. \u201cCome on, guys! We\u2019re all hungry! Stop stalling and carve that goose!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI\u2019m afraid to touch it!\u201d stammered Moe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAfraid?\u201d laughed Larry. \u201cNow, that\u2019s silly!\u201d He then stroked the goose. \u201cLook at that nice, beautiful…\u201d he was interrupted by the goose laughing. He yelped and grabbed Moe in fear!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cTurn me loose!\u201d snapped Moe as he shoved Larry aside. By now, everyone was scared of eating the goose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cNo wonder you can\u2019t carve it!\u201d gulped Larry. \u201cThat thing\u2019s ticklish!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cYou mean it\u2019s haunted!\u201d yelped Richard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWhy didn\u2019t you kill that one?!\u201d Nemengra called to Death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThat thing IS dead!\u201d protested Death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHow do you know?\u201d asked Nemengra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201c\u2018How\u2019!\u201d grunted Death. \u201cShe asks the Grim Reaper \u2018how\u2019!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cMaybe some seasoning will tenderize it,\u201d Larry suggested to Moe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cGood thinking,\u201d praised Moe. He turned to Nazay. \u201cCould I have the pepper, please?\u201d Nazay handed him the pepper shaker. Moe shook the contents onto the goose. The pepper elicited a sneeze as the goose jumped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cGesundheit,\u201d bid the Stooges before yelping in fear. Curly then noticed some crackers, then got an idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHey, fellas,\u201d he called, \u201cI got a brainstorm!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAnything in your head\u2019s a storm,\u201d snarked Moe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWell, this is a good one!\u201d assured Curly. \u201cWe just need to stuff it!\u201d He took a cracker from the dish. \u201cI\u2019ll stuff this thing with crackers, we let it soak up the gravy, then we all eat the crackers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBoy, am I dumb for not stuffing that thing,\u201d Moe chided himself. \u201cWell, we know how to fix it. Get busy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cRight!\u201d confirmed Curly as he took the cracker dish. He then held a cracker near the opening, then he felt the cracker get taken from him. He noticed his hand was empty, then picked up another cracker. \u201cYou know, a funny thing just happened,\u201d he remarked. \u201cI had a cracker in my hand…\u201d the new cracker was taken from him! He yelped in surprise and ran his hand down his face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cQuit stalling and stuff that bird!\u201d snapped Moe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s haunted!\u201d wailed Curly. \u201cEvery time I put a cracker there, it snatches it right out of my hand!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cStep aside!\u201d snapped Larry. \u201cHow could a cooked bird be haunted?\u201d He took a bit of the outer skin off and ate it. \u201cTastes good,\u201d he reported. He then sniffed it. \u201cSmells good!\u201d The goose then burst into flames! The feasters yelped and the goose quickly turned to ash. Richard and Nazay edged their heads towards the ashes and noticed a molted bird head slowly rise from the ashes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHey, that\u2019s Alfonso, my phoenix!\u201d called Death. She then turned to the Stooges. \u201cI told you idiots not to bring him!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cYou imbeciles!\u201d shouted Richard. \u201cYou ruined our dinner!\u201d He then grabbed his knife. The Stooges screamed in fear and ran away from the feast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201c…Well, it looks like we\u2019re getting pizza,\u201d sighed Megumi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cNo, we\u2019re not,\u201d called Lisa as she brought another covered tray out. \u201cI anticipated they would do something like this, so I prepared more geese on the sly.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLife-saving Lisa saves us all!\u201d called Richard as everyone applauded. Death scooped up the ashes and her recently returned-to-life phoenix and set them somewhere out of the way so Lisa could set the goose down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAnd now, with no further interruptions,\u201d declared Lisa as she took up the knife and fork. While she DID hesitate in stabbing the goose with the fork, no sound escaped it when she did. She then carved the goose and continued carving the other geese so everyone had a share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After the feast, Megumi sat on a hill and looked at the starry sky. She sighed, both happy that she made new friends, yet sad that she had to say goodbye to them as well as Hongo, Gandalf, Wyldstyle, and Batman. \u201cI\u2019m gonna miss you,\u201d she sighed to herself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cMiss who?\u201d asked Optimus\u2019 voice. Megumi turned to see Optimus in robot mode and Arsha climb up the hill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWell, you two, for starters,\u201d replied Megumi. \u201cAs well as the four former Keystone Bearers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt was kind of fun travelling the multiverse with them,\u201d sighed Arsha as she and Optimus sat down. \u201cDepths, it was fun meeting you.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI enjoyed our time together,\u201d agreed Optimus. \u201cI\u2019m glad I got to see your abilities and cunning. I\u2019m just sorry we need to part company.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIf you ever want to visit us,\u201d offered Megumi, \u201cjust give us a call. We\u2019ll welcome you with open arms.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThank you,\u201d bid Arsha. The three then turned their eyes to the stars, just sitting and enjoying the company.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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