CHAPTER 1


Steve and Jake sat on the deck of the Cythia, talking about all that they want to do while in this new land.


“You know what confuses me?” Asked Steve


“A lot of things confuse you…” Said Jake, “But sure”


“Rude… But the thing that confuses me is the fact that Henoral has no monsters at all. How do they have no forms of magic here, yet all other kingdoms have adopted the use of magic.” Replied Steve.


Before Jake could reply, he had to be at the helm of the ship. He had spotted another airship that looked hostile, so he prepared for evasive maneuvers. The other ship drew nearer, showing no signs of stopping. The men aboard the now hostile ship stood near the bow, and prepared their weapons.


It looked like a tough crew, but Steve and Jake believed they could take them on. They had fought tougher enemies in the past.


The enemies pulled up next to Steve and Jake. Steve got on one of the main cannons of the ship, and attempted to fire at the enemies. The cannonball connected with the hull of the ship, leaving a decent sized hole. The enemy ship began to drop to the ground, very slowly. However, this was not enough to discourage the enemies. They fired back, with three times the force sending the Cythia flying backwards.


Steve threw a line from the Cythia to the enemy ship, providing a way for Steve to make his way across and board the hostile airship. Steve made his way across. He ran around the ship, slashing at random, sending bodies flying into the air.


He came to the helm of the ship. He swung his sword just past the captain’s face, leaving a small cut on his cheek. He brought the sword’s point down to the captain’s neck.


“Useless trash like you people are the last thing we need on this planet. I will not stop until I rid the world of every single person like you…” Said Steve. He thrust his sword forward, then slashed from side to side, leaving the captain in pieces.


“Let’s get this going.” Said Jake after Steve returned from the other ship.


CHAPTER 2


The two arrived at the southernmost town in Henoral. They looked down, and noticed what terrible shape that the town they were aiding. Along the streets were groups of thieves, and the houses were in extremely bad shape. Not a single person was armed with a weapon smaller than a sword.


They landed right at what used to be the front gates, but they had been broken to pieces. The two stepped off and prepared their weapons. On either side, there were alley ways. Ahead were broken down buildings, possibly filled with people, friend or foe. Steve and Jake agreed to stick together, knowing they could die if alone. As they made their way to the wharf, shadows seemed to move around them, and it sounded as if people were whispering.


The harbor was now in view, and there was the welcoming party. From what Steve and Jake could see, there were at least 60 people, all ready for battle.


“Well now we know what was moving all around us, Huh?” Said Jake.


“Nothing we can’t handle, am I right?” Replied Steve.


They gave each other a little nod, and began the attack. Steve and Jake two ways, running towards two buildings. Instead of diving inside however, they ran on the sides of the walls, giving the perfect way to get right in the middle of the crowd. They swarmed Steve and Jake, the two standing back to back.


Steve kicked in a wide half-circle. This knocked a large group of people down, giving him the chance (that he used) to easily kill them. Jake, on the other hand, was slashing around everywhere, cutting people to bits (literally). Though it seemed as if they were going to win the battle, Steve and Jake were forced to flee the area. The hopped on the Cythia as quickly as possible. They decided the best way to go would be Northwest. And so they were off.




CHAPTER 3


Another town was now in sight. This was in the desert region of Henoral. Beside this VERY small town, was a massive mountain with a large door to what could only be a temple. Steve and Jake landed outside the town, and headed in. Inside they met a group of monks, preparing for a trek up the mountain.


“Men cannot bring weaponry on mountain of god’s. If men want up mountain, they leave sword at foot.” Said one of the monks.

Steve and Jake shrugged and put their swords on to the Cythia, and began the trek with the monks.