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This is a continuation of my Story. I had to use a different logo to separate it into four parts. This is part two and this is were most of the action takes place. The tournament has officially begun and everyone was excited to compete to win the Gunpla Builder Cup. ENJOY READING.
PS: I do not own any of the characters in the story and that i do not own Gundam or its franchise. This is just a fan story so please don't sue me Also, All Art and Gunpla custom photos are owned by their owners and that i may change titles to avoid copyright.
If you want to see the whole story for yourself, Be sure to Watch my Deviantart page. It has the whole story done and dusted. Here is a link:
http://romulus907.deviantart.com/
EPISODE 10: THE LITTLE DRAGON VACATION. SVEN'S EPIC SEA ADVENTURE!!
The 2nd phase of the tournament is over and our final 10 begin to split up seeing that they will be taking this time to prepare for the big Final showdown. Guilmon and veemon went off to Veemon's house in order for guilmon to make preparations for his big match.
"I must admit it. You were pretty good" Guilmon Commented on their epic battle.
"Yeah you too. That was the Best battle I ever had" Veemon replied.
The two digimon then waved at their friends goodbye and went on their way.
At the same time, Raier had to go to his house to finish his work. Bonnie wanted to stay with dorumon for the night and Fuse had to go back to his team. Meicoomon also went off on her adventure somewhere in Okinawa telling Sven to see her there if he had the chance. Sven nodded yes and with a wave of her flag Meicoomon was off. As for Sven and Minnow, They're at the portal with Toto who was sadly eliminated from the competition. Toto did not see this as a sad thing though and wanted to show the pokemon of his world what he has discovered.
"Are you sure you are gonna be okay?" Sven asked frowning.
"Why of course you over emotional dragon boy. And don't worry, I'll come back so that we can all play together Just like old times"
Toto said in reply.
With one final friendship hug, Toto enters the portal to his world waving Farewell at his friends as he went in.
"Hey. It will be alright. Toto was a good battler though" Minnow said trying to cheer up Sven.
"Yeah. That is true. I wanna face Toto when I had the chance" Sven replied.
"But there is one problem. With the portal closed I can't go back to my world and tell Sol and Yami my big accomplishments. More importantly, I cant go back home"
"You can always stay at my place"
"Sure But.."
And that's when Sven stopped his sentence only to smile at the sight of Sol and Yami who were both tuckered out from their Trip. Sven Ran toward his Guardian Sol and Hugged him. Yami also received a Hug from the little dragon as Sven was excited with delight.
"WHAT ARE YOU GUYS DOING HERE?" Sven asked.
"Well, Since you are busy with this whole tournament stuff we wanted to cheer you on" Sol answered.
"Yeah. We were about to if it wasn't for Mr directions here who made us lost in the first place" Yami complained.
Sol then told Sven what really happened and how to got lost in the first place with Yami always giving vital clues as to what really happened. Sven laughed his butt off just thinking about it.
"HAHAHAHAHA!!! You guys got lost just because Yami wanted to buy manga here?!?" Sven grinned.
"Well yes but I only looked. not buy"
The trio then turned t Minnow who was just waiting happily.Sven then told Sol that Minnow was a friend of his and much of a friend he really is.
"So Minnow, Have you took care of our little friend here? I hope he did not cause any trouble for you."
"Don't worry about it sol. Sven was really nice especially to the other competitors. In fact, Me and Sven here are in the final 10 of the tournament"
"Then you two need a special celebration and I know exactly how to do it"
Sol then pull Four tickets from his bag. It was tickets to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, One of the best aquariums in all of japan. Sven immediately thought about another field trip and this time it was with Minnow.
"YAY!!! FIELD TRIP!!! Sven Shouted with joy.
"Yep. And this time, We can include your little friend here too. That is, If your willing to join us" Sol said
"Consider this our present for taking care of our little Sven here. You deserve it" Yami added.
The two then Smiled in excitement. Sven just cannot wait to go there especially with Minnow by his side.
"Yeah I would love to spend this time and all but where can we stay for the night? I'm Tired as heck" Yami said with a Yawn.
"Hmm.. Good point"
"You can always stay at my place" Minnow said trying to make them stay at his house since no one was home. But the trio disagreed with this.
"Okay. Well, I do know a hotel lot just around my place. But its a bit pricey"
Sven then whipped out 55 yen which was his allowance for anything on this trip. Sol gladly accepted and the gang went off to this hotel. They booked a room for 5 days only but because Sven and Minnow are in the final 10, This was increased to 10 days to at least 5 weeks or when the tournament is over. Sol, Yami, Sven and Minnow all liked their superb room. They got a HD TV, A roomy Bathroom and some work areas for the kids in preparations for the tournament but for now, Ginga Gazer and Age 02 Strider were left there as a display. The dragons also unpacked everything in their bags. It was really going to be a long vacation just as Sol was hoping for.
The night has finally arrived for them and the gang was really getting a bit sleepy.
"Come on you guys. Bedtime"
Everyone began to go to bed with Sven and Minnow sharing a separate bed which Yami Packed just for them. It was suppose to be his but the kids kinda occupied it so he had to sleep with sol for the night. Soon, They were off dozing the night away.
The next morning, Everyone was up and awake as the group of dragons began their morning right just to prepare for the epic aquarium adventure they are about to have. After the group finish breakfast they made sure to pack exactly what they need for the trip. Sol packed in his camera which he bought earlier and a few snacks. Yami had his Latest magazine and a PS Vita inside his bag while also packing in an I phone 4 he received from a friend of his. Minnow already prepared ahead of time packing his snacks and a budget of 50 yen. Sven had a little trouble packing but with a little help from Minnow, He was loaded up and ready to go. Inside however was his new allowance of 59 yen which he received from Yami seeing that he is going to need it, Some snacks and His plus one, The Age 02 Strider. Minnow also packed his Ginga Gazer just in case.
"So, Is everyone ready to go?"
"YEAH!!"
The group walks off out of the hotel and into the taxi stop alongside it. The Taxi arrived and it wasn't long before the driver knew who he was driving with.
"HEY!! Your the guys in the Final 10. Hop in kids I'll give you a ride" The taxi man said politely.
The group then gets in the taxi with Sven in front. The trip took at least 2 hours from where they were to the destination. It wasn't long before The driver started a conversation with Sven who was eager to see what the aquarium looks like.
"So, Little one. You must be impressed by how smoothly this tournament has become"
"Well. It is a great tournament with really awesome friends and I highly enjoyed it"
"HAHA!! That's good to hear. Not everyone gets to say that you know"
The group walks off out of the hotel and into the taxi stop alongside it. The Taxi arrived and it wasn't long before the driver knew who he was driving with.
"HEY!! Your the guys in the Final 10. Hop in kids I'll give you a ride" The taxi man said politely.
The group then gets in the taxi with Sven in front. The trip took at least 2 hours from where they were to the destination. It wasn't long before The driver started a conversation with Sven who was eager to see what the aquarium looks like.
"So, Little one. You must be impressed by how smoothly this tournament has become"
"Well. It is a great tournament with really awesome friends and I highly enjoyed it"
"HAHA!! That's good to hear. Not everyone gets to say that you know"
"HUH? What do you mean?"
"The tournament is tough kiddo. I'm surprised that your bot manage to hold on"
"YEAH!! My Strider is the best there is. Trust me, When I win the tournament I'll become Number 1 Digimon Champion"
"Really now?" Yami said jumping in to their discussion. "I heard that there was a big reward when out little Sven here wins. What is it?"
"Your really that curious. Well, There is no prize"
"WHAT?!? NO PRIZE? COME ON WHAT KIND OF TOURNAMENT IS THIS?"
"Oh you should know. Battling and meeting new friends is the reward and not the stuff. Besides, Should your little friend here win, I'm gonna guess that he will choose friends over whatever they offer him"
"Well, Were keeping the trophy should they ever give you Sven"
"Yami. You know that this is Sven's Tournament so let the kid decide. Besides, This is just a little reward for Minnow and Sven for making it this far. Appreciate it"
Yami then agreed and just sat there in silence. Sven however was still curious about what he said so he asked the driver.
"SIR, What exactly do you mean by Battling is the reward and not the stuff?"
"Oh. Well, I met a builder who helped me prepared for this very tournament. His name was Chase Racer Only the best builder to ever exist. Consider him your Meijin Kawaguchi but better looking and doesn't wear a mask around his head. When he finished building my bot, He told a little tale about his apprentice competing in a match like this. He lost though but he always told him that Battling was the good thing about the tournament rather than not winning at all. It just makes feel that you have lost, But ultimately you won on the inside because you tried. That little one is the true meaning Of Gunpla Battle"
"WOW!! What a great story. Tell me more"
"I wish could but we are already here"
The dragons then looked at how big it was.This was going to be an epic trip. Sol paid the driver and went off the back seat of the taxi while Minnow and Yami followed. Before Sven could walk off the front seat, The driver asked for his name.
"Its Sven SIR."
"Well Sven, I wish you good luck on the tournament semi finals. I'll be cheering you on from here on out"
Sven Smiled and joined with the others before waving goodbye to the driver as he drove off ready to pick up his next passenger.
By the time they got to the main entrance, Sven was surprised as he saw meicoomon Waving her flag to know she was there. Sol and Yami did not know about this but Sven and Minnow went to her to say hi. Turns out she was not the only one here. With her is Raier, Bonnie, Fuse and Leo who all joined Meicoomon for this trip. Sol looked a bit worried as that he only knew that this only a trip for them only, But seeing why not he happily let Sven have his fun.
"Here. These two tickets are yours. Don't lose them. And don't worry about us we'll follow" Sven nodded.
Yami then came in and gave Sven an I phone identical to his. "This phone is use for calling us only Ok? Please don't do anything we won't do you got that?" Sven nodded as well.
With excitement in his eyes, Sven joined up with the group and headed out inside with Sol and Yami right behind them.
Their first stop was a touch pool where the kids got to see and feel all sorts of organisms. Sven actually got a chance to touch one of the starfish and got to show it to his friends. They also saw the incredible fish and corals just waiting to be discovered. They Wowed at how massive and elegant these were. They moved on to seeing some fresh water fish straight from japan and beyond.They then went off into the Kurushiro Sea tank, A large aquarium packed with Whale Sharks and Manta rays as well as other large ans small fish. The group marveled at this site while Yami grabbed his phone and started taking picture of the kids.
They then found a wonderful spot for Yami's picture taking and the group posed for the camera. It was a wonderful picture.
Soon they went on with their sea adventure seeing the Shark research lab where you guessed it, is filled with sharks. There they saw many different kinds of sharks including the bull shark, Black tip shark and many more. But lets just say these sharks are huge.
"Well, How is it so far?" Sol asked Sven.
"Sol. This is the best field trip EVER!!!" Sven said in his reply.
"Man he is really having fun isn't he?" Yami asked Sol.
"Yep. Let's just followed them and see where they go"
When they finally got out of the Fishy experience, The group heads over to the Okkhan theater where they were greeted with Dolphins and sea lions. Such a wonderful show!!Then they met said dolphins at the dolphin lagoon. Raier and Bonnie even had the opportunity to ride on the dolphins as Yami took pictures of them as well. Right next to it though is a Sea turtle pool where they saw many types of rare and sometimes endangered Sea turtles. Sven was curious as to why they are here and not in the ocean so he asked Leo about it.
"Leo, Why are the sea turtles here? Are they suppose to ive in the ocean with their friends?"
"Well Sven, These turtle here live in captivity. That means they are taken care for by humans. Sure they love to swim in the ocean it is their home but from what i heard, These turtle are in danger right now because of illegal fishing and that humans have a craving for them especially here"
Sven felt bad for these turtle and wanted to do something to help them. But Minnow calms him down and tells him that all he can do is hope for the best. Humans are not bad they're just not perfect like they are. Sven then smiles and thanks his friend.
After a long day exploring, it was time for the kids to dispatch and head home. Raier was the first to leave, Hitching a bus to Shizuoka. Bonnie went alongside with Meicoomon to Akihabara so they can spend the evening. Fuse wished both Sven and Minnow good luck before he too went of somewhere. And Leo wanted to stay just so that he could admire the view.
As for Sven and Minnow, Sol managed to find a taxi that can take them to their hotel. Yami was playing with his PS VITA while Minnow had a conversation with Sol and Sven was already sleeping, tired from all that running around and looking at all the fish. But one thing is certain. It wont be long before the tournament arrives soon so they have to prepare Soon. Good luck Sven and Minnow, Its gonna be rough out there.
END OF EPISODE 10
PS: I do not own any of the characters in the story and that i do not own Gundam or its franchise. This is just a fan story so please don't sue me Also, All Art and Gunpla custom photos are owned by their owners and that i may change titles to avoid copyright.
If you want to see the whole story for yourself, Be sure to Watch my Deviantart page. It has the whole story done and dusted. Here is a link:
http://romulus907.deviantart.com/
EPISODE 10: THE LITTLE DRAGON VACATION. SVEN'S EPIC SEA ADVENTURE!!
The 2nd phase of the tournament is over and our final 10 begin to split up seeing that they will be taking this time to prepare for the big Final showdown. Guilmon and veemon went off to Veemon's house in order for guilmon to make preparations for his big match.
"I must admit it. You were pretty good" Guilmon Commented on their epic battle.
"Yeah you too. That was the Best battle I ever had" Veemon replied.
The two digimon then waved at their friends goodbye and went on their way.
At the same time, Raier had to go to his house to finish his work. Bonnie wanted to stay with dorumon for the night and Fuse had to go back to his team. Meicoomon also went off on her adventure somewhere in Okinawa telling Sven to see her there if he had the chance. Sven nodded yes and with a wave of her flag Meicoomon was off. As for Sven and Minnow, They're at the portal with Toto who was sadly eliminated from the competition. Toto did not see this as a sad thing though and wanted to show the pokemon of his world what he has discovered.
"Are you sure you are gonna be okay?" Sven asked frowning.
"Why of course you over emotional dragon boy. And don't worry, I'll come back so that we can all play together Just like old times"
Toto said in reply.
With one final friendship hug, Toto enters the portal to his world waving Farewell at his friends as he went in.
"Hey. It will be alright. Toto was a good battler though" Minnow said trying to cheer up Sven.
"Yeah. That is true. I wanna face Toto when I had the chance" Sven replied.
"But there is one problem. With the portal closed I can't go back to my world and tell Sol and Yami my big accomplishments. More importantly, I cant go back home"
"You can always stay at my place"
"Sure But.."
And that's when Sven stopped his sentence only to smile at the sight of Sol and Yami who were both tuckered out from their Trip. Sven Ran toward his Guardian Sol and Hugged him. Yami also received a Hug from the little dragon as Sven was excited with delight.
"WHAT ARE YOU GUYS DOING HERE?" Sven asked.
"Well, Since you are busy with this whole tournament stuff we wanted to cheer you on" Sol answered.
"Yeah. We were about to if it wasn't for Mr directions here who made us lost in the first place" Yami complained.
Sol then told Sven what really happened and how to got lost in the first place with Yami always giving vital clues as to what really happened. Sven laughed his butt off just thinking about it.
"HAHAHAHAHA!!! You guys got lost just because Yami wanted to buy manga here?!?" Sven grinned.
"Well yes but I only looked. not buy"
The trio then turned t Minnow who was just waiting happily.Sven then told Sol that Minnow was a friend of his and much of a friend he really is.
"So Minnow, Have you took care of our little friend here? I hope he did not cause any trouble for you."
"Don't worry about it sol. Sven was really nice especially to the other competitors. In fact, Me and Sven here are in the final 10 of the tournament"
"Then you two need a special celebration and I know exactly how to do it"
Sol then pull Four tickets from his bag. It was tickets to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, One of the best aquariums in all of japan. Sven immediately thought about another field trip and this time it was with Minnow.
"YAY!!! FIELD TRIP!!! Sven Shouted with joy.
"Yep. And this time, We can include your little friend here too. That is, If your willing to join us" Sol said
"Consider this our present for taking care of our little Sven here. You deserve it" Yami added.
The two then Smiled in excitement. Sven just cannot wait to go there especially with Minnow by his side.
"Yeah I would love to spend this time and all but where can we stay for the night? I'm Tired as heck" Yami said with a Yawn.
"Hmm.. Good point"
"You can always stay at my place" Minnow said trying to make them stay at his house since no one was home. But the trio disagreed with this.
"Okay. Well, I do know a hotel lot just around my place. But its a bit pricey"
Sven then whipped out 55 yen which was his allowance for anything on this trip. Sol gladly accepted and the gang went off to this hotel. They booked a room for 5 days only but because Sven and Minnow are in the final 10, This was increased to 10 days to at least 5 weeks or when the tournament is over. Sol, Yami, Sven and Minnow all liked their superb room. They got a HD TV, A roomy Bathroom and some work areas for the kids in preparations for the tournament but for now, Ginga Gazer and Age 02 Strider were left there as a display. The dragons also unpacked everything in their bags. It was really going to be a long vacation just as Sol was hoping for.
The night has finally arrived for them and the gang was really getting a bit sleepy.
"Come on you guys. Bedtime"
Everyone began to go to bed with Sven and Minnow sharing a separate bed which Yami Packed just for them. It was suppose to be his but the kids kinda occupied it so he had to sleep with sol for the night. Soon, They were off dozing the night away.
The next morning, Everyone was up and awake as the group of dragons began their morning right just to prepare for the epic aquarium adventure they are about to have. After the group finish breakfast they made sure to pack exactly what they need for the trip. Sol packed in his camera which he bought earlier and a few snacks. Yami had his Latest magazine and a PS Vita inside his bag while also packing in an I phone 4 he received from a friend of his. Minnow already prepared ahead of time packing his snacks and a budget of 50 yen. Sven had a little trouble packing but with a little help from Minnow, He was loaded up and ready to go. Inside however was his new allowance of 59 yen which he received from Yami seeing that he is going to need it, Some snacks and His plus one, The Age 02 Strider. Minnow also packed his Ginga Gazer just in case.
"So, Is everyone ready to go?"
"YEAH!!"
The group walks off out of the hotel and into the taxi stop alongside it. The Taxi arrived and it wasn't long before the driver knew who he was driving with.
"HEY!! Your the guys in the Final 10. Hop in kids I'll give you a ride" The taxi man said politely.
The group then gets in the taxi with Sven in front. The trip took at least 2 hours from where they were to the destination. It wasn't long before The driver started a conversation with Sven who was eager to see what the aquarium looks like.
"So, Little one. You must be impressed by how smoothly this tournament has become"
"Well. It is a great tournament with really awesome friends and I highly enjoyed it"
"HAHA!! That's good to hear. Not everyone gets to say that you know"
The group walks off out of the hotel and into the taxi stop alongside it. The Taxi arrived and it wasn't long before the driver knew who he was driving with.
"HEY!! Your the guys in the Final 10. Hop in kids I'll give you a ride" The taxi man said politely.
The group then gets in the taxi with Sven in front. The trip took at least 2 hours from where they were to the destination. It wasn't long before The driver started a conversation with Sven who was eager to see what the aquarium looks like.
"So, Little one. You must be impressed by how smoothly this tournament has become"
"Well. It is a great tournament with really awesome friends and I highly enjoyed it"
"HAHA!! That's good to hear. Not everyone gets to say that you know"
"HUH? What do you mean?"
"The tournament is tough kiddo. I'm surprised that your bot manage to hold on"
"YEAH!! My Strider is the best there is. Trust me, When I win the tournament I'll become Number 1 Digimon Champion"
"Really now?" Yami said jumping in to their discussion. "I heard that there was a big reward when out little Sven here wins. What is it?"
"Your really that curious. Well, There is no prize"
"WHAT?!? NO PRIZE? COME ON WHAT KIND OF TOURNAMENT IS THIS?"
"Oh you should know. Battling and meeting new friends is the reward and not the stuff. Besides, Should your little friend here win, I'm gonna guess that he will choose friends over whatever they offer him"
"Well, Were keeping the trophy should they ever give you Sven"
"Yami. You know that this is Sven's Tournament so let the kid decide. Besides, This is just a little reward for Minnow and Sven for making it this far. Appreciate it"
Yami then agreed and just sat there in silence. Sven however was still curious about what he said so he asked the driver.
"SIR, What exactly do you mean by Battling is the reward and not the stuff?"
"Oh. Well, I met a builder who helped me prepared for this very tournament. His name was Chase Racer Only the best builder to ever exist. Consider him your Meijin Kawaguchi but better looking and doesn't wear a mask around his head. When he finished building my bot, He told a little tale about his apprentice competing in a match like this. He lost though but he always told him that Battling was the good thing about the tournament rather than not winning at all. It just makes feel that you have lost, But ultimately you won on the inside because you tried. That little one is the true meaning Of Gunpla Battle"
"WOW!! What a great story. Tell me more"
"I wish could but we are already here"
The dragons then looked at how big it was.This was going to be an epic trip. Sol paid the driver and went off the back seat of the taxi while Minnow and Yami followed. Before Sven could walk off the front seat, The driver asked for his name.
"Its Sven SIR."
"Well Sven, I wish you good luck on the tournament semi finals. I'll be cheering you on from here on out"
Sven Smiled and joined with the others before waving goodbye to the driver as he drove off ready to pick up his next passenger.
By the time they got to the main entrance, Sven was surprised as he saw meicoomon Waving her flag to know she was there. Sol and Yami did not know about this but Sven and Minnow went to her to say hi. Turns out she was not the only one here. With her is Raier, Bonnie, Fuse and Leo who all joined Meicoomon for this trip. Sol looked a bit worried as that he only knew that this only a trip for them only, But seeing why not he happily let Sven have his fun.
"Here. These two tickets are yours. Don't lose them. And don't worry about us we'll follow" Sven nodded.
Yami then came in and gave Sven an I phone identical to his. "This phone is use for calling us only Ok? Please don't do anything we won't do you got that?" Sven nodded as well.
With excitement in his eyes, Sven joined up with the group and headed out inside with Sol and Yami right behind them.
Their first stop was a touch pool where the kids got to see and feel all sorts of organisms. Sven actually got a chance to touch one of the starfish and got to show it to his friends. They also saw the incredible fish and corals just waiting to be discovered. They Wowed at how massive and elegant these were. They moved on to seeing some fresh water fish straight from japan and beyond.They then went off into the Kurushiro Sea tank, A large aquarium packed with Whale Sharks and Manta rays as well as other large ans small fish. The group marveled at this site while Yami grabbed his phone and started taking picture of the kids.
They then found a wonderful spot for Yami's picture taking and the group posed for the camera. It was a wonderful picture.
Soon they went on with their sea adventure seeing the Shark research lab where you guessed it, is filled with sharks. There they saw many different kinds of sharks including the bull shark, Black tip shark and many more. But lets just say these sharks are huge.
"Well, How is it so far?" Sol asked Sven.
"Sol. This is the best field trip EVER!!!" Sven said in his reply.
"Man he is really having fun isn't he?" Yami asked Sol.
"Yep. Let's just followed them and see where they go"
When they finally got out of the Fishy experience, The group heads over to the Okkhan theater where they were greeted with Dolphins and sea lions. Such a wonderful show!!Then they met said dolphins at the dolphin lagoon. Raier and Bonnie even had the opportunity to ride on the dolphins as Yami took pictures of them as well. Right next to it though is a Sea turtle pool where they saw many types of rare and sometimes endangered Sea turtles. Sven was curious as to why they are here and not in the ocean so he asked Leo about it.
"Leo, Why are the sea turtles here? Are they suppose to ive in the ocean with their friends?"
"Well Sven, These turtle here live in captivity. That means they are taken care for by humans. Sure they love to swim in the ocean it is their home but from what i heard, These turtle are in danger right now because of illegal fishing and that humans have a craving for them especially here"
Sven felt bad for these turtle and wanted to do something to help them. But Minnow calms him down and tells him that all he can do is hope for the best. Humans are not bad they're just not perfect like they are. Sven then smiles and thanks his friend.
After a long day exploring, it was time for the kids to dispatch and head home. Raier was the first to leave, Hitching a bus to Shizuoka. Bonnie went alongside with Meicoomon to Akihabara so they can spend the evening. Fuse wished both Sven and Minnow good luck before he too went of somewhere. And Leo wanted to stay just so that he could admire the view.
As for Sven and Minnow, Sol managed to find a taxi that can take them to their hotel. Yami was playing with his PS VITA while Minnow had a conversation with Sol and Sven was already sleeping, tired from all that running around and looking at all the fish. But one thing is certain. It wont be long before the tournament arrives soon so they have to prepare Soon. Good luck Sven and Minnow, Its gonna be rough out there.
END OF EPISODE 10
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