Raid #8 [Plot]

A dark portal disturbed the usual calm and relaxed atmosphere of the beautiful and tranquil Destiny Island, home of the legendary Keyblader Sora and his friends, Kairi and Riku. A figure emerged from the dark, swilling field of Darkness all clad in black leather along with shoulder length silver hair. Kadaj, leader of the Remnant's and Avatar of Sephiroth raised a hand to his brow to shield his glowing eyes from the sun as he peered skywards towards the practically cloudless sky. A smirk spread across his lips as he extended his senses in an attempt to detect anyone or anything near by. Nothing as of yet, but give it time.
"Heh. A sunny day and not a single Cloud in sight. Just the way it should be."
The Darkness users smirked to himself as he returned his eyes to the view before him. It was the beach that Sora and Riku once played together on. Paopu Island wasn't too far away, along with the docks and the secret cave behind the tree.

Glancing down to his feet, the Remnant kicked a small pile of sand ahead of him, listening to the waves of the ocean lapping up against the shore behind him. The smell of the sea salt already reaching his nose as he twisted his slender form to glance over his shoulder and out to sea. This was the very world that Kadaj had first came to when being brought back to life from his defeat on Gaia, thanks to Cloud. He was lucky in a way. Not many people would have got a second chance and luck continued to be on his side thanks to having Loz and Yazoo coming to these worlds as well. Knowing them, they'd be busy attacking worlds on their own... at least Yazoo would be. Loz went missing again after he and Kadaj left Beast's Castle. Kadaj shook his head though as he looked back ahead of him, placing one of his hands against his neck and tilting his head to one side. A crack echoed across the beach for a second as the Remnant loosened himself up.

~No time to worry about Loz and Yazoo. They can take care of themselves and this world isn't going to fall to the Darkness so easily... such a powerful Light force coming from somewhere... Mainly thanks to that brat Sora being from here no doubt...~
The silver-haired man thought to himself, returning his arms to a folded position across his chest as he started to stride across the beach towards the great tree that stood before the secret cave. After reaching the small ledge that went up to the path heading to the docks, Kadaj jumped up off the beach before looking both to his left and right. His glowing, mako-fueled eyes landed upon Paopu Island, the place he first met the Memory Witch, Naminé. Thinking about it, it had been an awfully long time since their paths had last crossed. Perhaps the Organization finally got her again? She did always mention them whenever his and her paths crossed. Yet again, Kadaj forced the memories out of his mind. Now wasn't the time to be thinking about such things. When all the worlds were covered in Darkness, then the hunt for Naminé, Kairi and the others could begin once more.

The Remnant turned back around to face the ocean as he waited and watched. A few seconds passed that felt like hours and eventually, Kadaj reached back and drew his Souba from it's sheath, holding it behind his back in a reverse hand grip. There was little point in going out and killing the civilians of this world just yet. With Kadaj's dark aura and presence being here within the Light world of Destiny Islands, it was merely going to be a waiting game before some hero decided to show up and test his mettle. Another dark and evil smirk spread across the cold-hearted Remnant's lips. Lifting up his left arm, he turned his head and glanced at his forearm, patting it gently with the other as he continued to hold his smirk.
"Don't worry... you'll get your chance to play very soon."
Kadaj said almost silently to himself as he watched a faint red glow shine out from his forearm before disappearing.

The sea breeze blew through the Remnant's silver hair and his eyes instantly darted off to his left, his body turning in the same instant until he found himself staring at a somewhat familiar figure a short distance away, not too far from the tree house. Kadaj's eyes were narrowed as he focused on whatever this thing might be. Darkness... That much was clear, but was that really...?
"Genesis...?"
Kadaj said, whispering it mainly to himself in half bewilderment and half curiosity. The silver-haired man hadn't ran into the crimson-coated man ever since their duel together in the Olympus Coliseum several months ago, but as a few more seconds passed by, Kadaj realized that this wasn't the real deal. This was a copy or a clone of the real Genesis, yet there were some similar characteristics they both shared. The coat for starters, though this one looked more shoddy and well worn. To be honest, the figure himself as a whole, looked like he had seen better days.

Kadaj's grip upon his Souba loosened slightly yet he continued to hold the weapon behind his back. The wind blowing in from the sea caused his hair to blow across his face again, yet his eyes remained hard and focused on whoever this person might truly be. The huge gunblade looking weapon certainly wasn't the one that the original Genesis had used and from the look of how this guy moved while carrying it, obviously indicated that it was cumbersome and awkward to wield.
~No... just a clone. How is that possible? Was what Loz said about us being Monsters really true?~
The Remnant asked himself within his mind, not moving his eyes off whoever this guy was for a single second. Hearing a throaty grunt-like noise coming from the Genesis Copy, Kadaj ignored the attempt at conversation this time, thinking the Copy didn't say anything at all.

The sun was continuing to shine down across the entire island and the warm rays were quickly heating the Remnant up, due to his leather clothing. It wasn't too important though. As soon as this world was taken over by the Darkness then the sun wouldn't shine anymore. Thick, heavy storm clouds would forever grace this world with mother nature battering the beautiful beaches and destroying the forests and towns with little effort. A very pleasurable thought to which Kadaj could only smirk at.
"I see you're an entity of the Darkness. Are you here to help take over this world?"
Kadaj finally said, engaging himself in conversation with the Genesis Copy. There were several questions that were quickly entering and building up inside his head. Who was this guy? Where did he come from? Who made him? What's his purpose? Too many questions and again, not enough time. Plus this Copy seemed... somewhat slow. Was he really going to be of any use to the fight against the Light that was going to soon come?

Darkness had arrived. The Princess could sense it.

A familiar darkness, and the young woman visibly blanched as she realized who it was. Kadaj. Their last encounter had not been memorable, and she had no wish to run into the Remnant again. What choice did he have, though? After that first attack upon Radiant Garden, it was only a matter of time before the darkness targeted Destiny Islands. The home of the Keyblade Master, Princess of Heart, and the Keyblade Wielder Riku. How could they not? Such a strong bastion of light, and where they may possibly be able to defeat Sora and Riku. Or kidnap herself for some nefarious scheme. Another sore spot for Kairi, and one she quickly cast away. Now was hardly the time to allow her own self-doubts begin to form once more. She had to protect Destiny Islands, no matter what happened to herself.

Standing there upon the Paopu Island. Her own heart began to race, and she wished she was not by herself. How could she defeat Kadaj alone, when he was much more skilled than her? Maybe she could keep him busy for a little while, but then what? The young Princess wished Roxas was here with her. Oceanic orbs widened at the thought, and she carefully pushed away the memory of their last encounter. Now was not the time to reminisce but to fight. Kairi wondered if she had changed, if all of those bitter and longing emotions had changed her heart in any way. That inner Light that no one could extinguish, which made her a target for so many reasons. Slender fingers rested upon the gnarled bark of the bent Paopu tree. Days spent watching the sunset there, wishing to see other worlds. How was her once upon a time? No longer did the three of them have the time to even be together anymore. Sora and Riku were out where they wished, and she was left here.

And yet another dark presence came.

"I don't know if I can do this alone," Kairi murmured to herself. She had to, though, no matter what. This was her home, and her friends and family were here. Once more, her eyes widened. She recognized this man as well, from when she had encountered him with Vincent. Genesis was his name, but this presence did not feel completely whole. A copy of some sorts? It did not matter. If he wished to cause harm to Destiny Islands, then Kairi had to fight against him as well. Nodding to herself, the Princess slowly made her way to the bridge. The wind ruffled against her auburn locks, and she felt a grim resignation in her act. Also a bright hope that maybe she could deter these two, or maybe Kadaj would settle for having her within his grasp, and leave the island alone. A flash of light suddenly appeared, and she summoned Radiant Destiny to her hand.

"No, Kadaj, you won't be taking over Destiny Islands at all!" Rash and idiotic, giving up her element of surprise, but it did not matter. The Remnant would have sensed her anyway, and perhaps this would distract him long enough. The Princess of Heart was determined, and she continued her way along the beach, her gaze resting solely upon the docks. "Not as long as I'm here to protect everyone!"

Amusing, that was the best way to describe this situation.

Kadaj, pawn of the Darkness, avatar of Sephiroth and son of the Harbinger of Death, JENOVA whom had grown far more powerful then his very first visit to this world, darkness burning through his veins just as much as the Mako was. Though he only looked like a young boy with silver hair, his combat experience was the best of the Remnant's as were his intelligence and leadership abilities. He also took after Sephiroth with his fury and anger and even transformed into the One Winged Angel himself on Gaia. Sure, judge this book by it's cover and a swift death and passage back to the Planet would be granted. Nearly unmatched swordsmanship and access to magic and materia alike, as well as being the sole one responsible to wield and summon the fearsome Bahamut SIN, this 'young boy' was not to be underestimated.

On the other hand, Kairi. Princess of Light, a goodie-two-shoes. Unimaginable Light within her heart and perhaps a bond to Sora and Riku as strong as Kadaj's was to his fellow brothers. But what else? Sure, she had a Keyblade in her hands, but did she have any experience at using it? Sora and Riku were the heroes. They were the Keyblade masters. However there was Roxas too, but he wasn't anywhere to be seen. Thinking about that though, it had been a while since the Remnant and the Princess of Heart had lasy crossed paths. Maybe she had recieved training from the Nobody, or perhaps even from Sora or Riku themselves. Kadaj instinctively raised a gloved hand to his chin and pondered for a second.
~Riku is almost always after me... Sora i've not seen since I last met Kairi and Naminé in Aerith's church...~
The silver-haired man thought to himself, tilting his head skywards slightly but not removing his eyes from the Princess of Heart for even a split second. She was his target and today her blood would be split over these sands.

~Best not underestimate her either, just to be safe. I'll fight her at full strength...~
The Remnant confirmed before catching sight of something being the auburn-haired girl. Kairi herself seemed to have noticed this as well and the pair of them watched as a large, clothed mouse entered this world. His presence was powerful and he felt like a much deadlier opponent then Kairi would be. His presence also felt extraordinarily familiar too, though the Remnant was sure he'd never came across him before. Yet it wasn't long before Kairi spoke without thinking and blurted out the mouses name.
"King Mickey?"
Kadaj repeated and then smirked darkly afterwards, his eyes flashing suddenly with a glare of what looked like a unimaginable lust for blood. A small laugh escaped Kadaj's lips as he brushed some of his hair away from his eyes.
"So your Majesty, how do you feel to have lost your precious castle? Heh heh... Too bad you ran into me! Not only will you witness the end of this world, but of your life as well!!"

His eyes flashed a second time, the Mako within his veins obviously fueling his lust to start this battle, but then another interruption. A third hero of the Light arrived and Kadaj turned his head off in the direction that the presence was coming from. The sea breeze blew past again, catching his hair and blowing it across his face. Yet the silver-haired man watched as the man in bright armour entered the world, his own heart was strange though. Light was present yet Darkness was there too. A twilight? The young man introduced himself as Cecil Harvey, Knight and King of Baron, wherever that was. It wasn't important. Here and now was what mattered the most and it was only more exciting for the Remnant to get the chance to fight against three heroes of the Light at once. Heck, he battled Vincent, Tifa, Rufus Shinra and Tseng all at once back on Spira and the silver-haired Remnant was still alive to tell about it. Cecil, King Mickey and some Princess of Heart, wasn't going to be any trouble what so ever. This world was doomed.

Though that only caused the turquoise-eyed Remnant to glance over in G Slayer's direction. Who WAS he, and was he going to turn this into another 4 on 1 battle? Thankfully not. The Genesis Clone had already swung his massive weapon around and fired a shot off at Mickey and Kairi. That move officially started this battle and since Kadaj always liked to make his enemy attack first... well, this was good enough too. Quickly looking back at Kairi and the King, it was obvious why the Clone had fired at them both. They made one of the common mistakes in battle, standing together making one attack hit two.
~Of course. Two birds with one stone...~
The Remnant thought to himself and continued to smirk. Seemed like his new 'friend' of the Darkness and himself were on the same wave length. With that in mind, Kadaj shot his right hand out and pointed at Kairi. The instant he did, his Shadow Creeper roared and sprinted off across the sand towards the girl.

Kadaj wasn't waiting around either, as he was already hot on the Shadow Creepers tail, dashing off after it across the beach towards the Princess and the King. Watching, Kadaj witnessed G Slayer's shot bouncing off the reflect spell Kairi had cast, shattering it in the same moment. Kadaj continued to hold his smirk across his face as he suddenly vanished into thin air, a small cloud of black feathers floating down onto the sand in his wake. The Shadow Creeper got within attacking range and instantly jumped up into the air, hopefully distracting both Kairi and Mickey from the Remnant's sudden disappearing act. Arching it's leap so it would come down right on top of Kairi, the Shadow Creeper extended it's arms, claws ready to slash her into pieces. The Remnant himself reappeared behind the King, Souba held up high and ready for attack. Slashing his twin bladed weapon downwards, he aimed an attack to damage both the King and Kairi should neither of them get out the way. Kadaj then took a leap backwards to open the distance between them all, landing in the shallows of the waves that lapped up against the beach. He was still smirking.