Finding the Light

[darkisaac]

meh I'm not the kind of guy who has the time of commitment to write a long Fic, so here's a short one, yep it's a KH fic, and the main character is none other than...

Cloud

It's basically how he's looking for sephy, no biggie really, but it should be interesting even though I don't plan on many chapters.

NOTE: The prologue is short, but don't worry chapters are gonna be longer.

So enjoy

[Finding the Light ]


~Prologue~

The blade had never before felt so heavy in his hands, but fatigue burned it's way through him, eroding his endurance and strength. A stream of crimson dripped down his left arm, life's nectar slowly escaping his body. His vision blurred intensively, rendering him unable to face his opponent, and his breath shortened, worsening his already dismal condition.

However, despite the fact that his body was already surrendering to pain and injury, one thing would not give ground; his resolve. Cloud crouched low, using his massive blade for support. Locks of pale, blonde hair covered his eyes, and beads of sweat raced down his weary face. His mouth was twisted in pain, and he grunted heavily as he began to stand.

The wound on his left shoulder bled profusely, creating a pool of warm, coagulating gore on the Coliseum arena. Before him his enemy stood, his soft refined features mocking Cloud's plight. His face was unscathed, and no wound was visible on his body. Even his dark angel wing held an elegance that Cloud's own bat-like demon wing lacked. With an exaggerated gesture of superiority, the man brushed his mane of silvery hair away from his eyes, and focused his cold, yet handsome gaze on his wounded victim.

The spiky haired warrior spat blood onto the ground, anger and fury settling into his heart, burning withing him like a fiery furnace. Cloud gritted his teeth with contempt and picked up his behemothic weapon. Though it pained him to hold the weight of the sword, he dared not let it show, because he knew with certainty that any sign of weakness he betrayed would mean his downfall.

Sephiroth smiled wickedly at the sight of a beaten Cloud, his long katana stretched out before him, soaked in blood. Cloud's eyes focused on his loathsome antagonist, his own bandaged weapon aiming at Sephiroth's heart. The Ex-SOLDIER knew the end was near. His exhaustion had reached a breaking point, and he feared his life was no more than an inch away from the dark, endless abyss that was death.

As he stared what might as well have been the Grim Reaper in the eyes, Cloud couldn't help but reminisce...

It's funny, he thought somberly, I go out searching for my light...and with one glance at Sephiroth he finished the thought...But instead I find my darkness...






Well only it's only the prologue, which is why it's so short, that and the fact that it's 3:30 AM and I was too tired to drag out the prologue...chapters will be longer. I'll see If I get any reviews...

[Sonja~Soulheart]

wow! awesome prologue!

please write more!! im interested at this!!! XDXDX3

[Haku]

Good start so far, I look forward into seeing the other chapters.

[darkisaac]

Thanks, I'm already working on the first chapter, if I don't post it later today then I'll probably post it tomorrow.


Meanwhile I'll see if I get more reviews...

[snowdog]

Well, other than the shortness, it's nice. =D

Very intriguing. I hope to see more ~.^

<3

[darkisaac]

Sorry it took so long, but I was busy, I'm starting a band, and I don't have too much time to write.

~Chapter I: Tournament of Heroes~

A couple of months prior to the Prologue...

"I will gladly help you…”

Hades spoke the words softly, with such charisma, that any normal person would have easily been swayed by them. But Cloud wasn't fooled by the Underlord's caring tone, and he saw right through the god's false concern for his own trials.

“But…”

And here it was; the catch. Cloud grunted in response, uncaring. He didn’t care what the god wanted, he was only interested in his own goals. He watched the blue flames atop Hades’ flicker and dance with life. The Underlord’s eyes seemed to also gleam with ambition, and Cloud felt disgusted with the indigo-skinned deity’s selfishness. However, Hades was the only one who could help him…If he could just tap into the power of darkness…then maybe…

“What do you want Hades? Don‘t insult me with your mock pity”

The flame-headed schemer seemed taken aback, but his surprise turned into amusement, and his face broke into a devilish, fang-laced grin.

“Okay spiky, I like your style, straight to the point. You’d make a fine businessman” He said, chuckling softly “I want you to kill Hercules...Do that, and I’ll grant you the power of darkness, the power…“ He stopped to give Cloud a smug look ”To travel the worlds…”

Cloud felt angered at the request, he wasn‘t a murderer. It had been no more than a few months since he had lost his home. He remembered the arrival of the heartless as if it had happened mere seconds ago. He could remember Squall, and Yuffie, fighting the Heartless to no avail…the shouts, the screams…And most of all, he could remember Aerith, and the look of terror she held, as their world was slowly swallowed by darkness.

He had been unable to do anything to defend her, and even though he held on as tightly as he could to the flower girl, they had been separated as the shadows had engulfed them…When he had woken up, he found himself alone, in this world.

But I’ll find you, he thought, even if I must sell my soul to the devil

With a weary sigh, Cloud agreed to Hades’ demand.

“Very well, I‘ll do it“

The pale blonde Ex-SOLDIER wheeled around, attempting to escape the presence of the demonic being, but Hades stopped him in his tracks.

“Wait! How are you going to do it!?” He exclaimed, angered by Cloud’s haste “Do you even have a plan?”

“What do you care?” he replied rebelliously “As long as I get the job done, right?”

Hades did not respond kindly to disrespect, and Cloud could see the small blaze on his head shifting hues, from a cold blue, to a furious crimson. The Underlord lifted his arms, and with a menacing sweep of his hands, hurled a dark sphere onto Cloud. The blue eyed warrior had not time to react before he was struck by the shadow ball. He toppled backwards and landed hard, but to his surprise he was unharmed.

“What the hell did you do!?” He demanded, checking himself for any injuries, his hands frantically searching though the spot where he was hit.

“Relax blondie, all I did was help you” Hades explained, his voice calm and even “I just opened your heart to darkness…You might need more than just strength to kill Hercy y’know?”

Cloud frowned in annoyance, gritting his teeth and clenching his fist. He found the death god's comments to be insulting. Nobody except Sephiroth had ever beaten him, yet Hades believed this Hercules was a match for him? Even enough that he’d need to draw into the darkness to beat him?

“Relax, the power won’t manifest itself unless you really need it, so no worries eh?”

“What…What does it do?” Cloud asked, skeptical, and untrusting.

“Meh, anyone’s guess boy, darkness reflects the person’s heart. It all depends on you kiddo”

The blond mercenary grunted sardonically, and he shot his employer a menacing glare, his cold, piercing eyes focusing on the god’s smug look.

“Never do that again, I don’t need your help to do my job Hades” he explained heartlessly, leaving no room for argument.

“What’s the matter, wittle Cwoudy is afwaid of the dark?” The blue-skinned deity mocked, his maniacal laughter filling the cavern-like room.

Cloud exited Hades‘ chambers, ignoring the immature antics of the Underlord.

There’s gotta be an easier way…

***

When he resurfaced, Cloud was forced to squint his eyes, as the radiant sunlight dawning on the Coliseum threatened to blind him. The young warrior couldn't help but note the change of atmosphere now that he was out of Hell...Or Hades...But who cared what it was called?

All that mattered was that every second in that place seemed to slowly rob the living of their energy, and Cloud felt exhausted as he reached the doors of the Colosseum. He sat down, resting his back against the large ionic columns at the entrance of the arena. The massive display of architectural genius loomed over him, and like a great beast welcoming its meal into its opened jaws, the enormous gates of the Coliseum swung apart, awaiting Cloud's entrance.

The blonde youth marveled at the sight of the cumbersome, ivory stadium. His eyes scanned every detail of the place, and he felt a twinge of excitement just thinking about having the privilege to fight in such a magnificent building.

So this is were Hercules lives huh?…Very nice place…

As Cloud wandered inside the Coliseum, he cursed himself for not listening to Hades, because he had absolutely no idea how he would find the demi-god whom he needed to kill. But just as he started to leave, the answer slapped him on the face…Literally. A paper flyer crashed onto Cloud’s face, carried by a cool draft. Cloud grabbed the paper, and cursed out loud this time. The fuming youth’s words however, slowly dissolved into incomprehensible mumbling as he read the flyer. It said the following…

~

~Be a witness to the greatest event since the creation of the Heavens!~

~Fight with the truest of heroes!~

~The Tournament of Heroes~
~The Carnage begins August 30th~

Hercules, son of Zeus, is organizing the largest
tournament known to man! You can be part of
the action! The tournament which is only held
once every four years is back!

Can anyone defeat defending champion Hercules?

Tickets on sale at Coliseum entry.

Don’t miss your chance! You won’t get another one until
four years from now! this will truly be a clash of Titans!

(No Titans will participate in tournament)

If you wish to register for tournament speak to Phil at the Coliseum. Only Heroes Allowed.

~

Cloud read with growing zeal, his hopes rising, and his mind scheming. There was no need to find Hercules, because his quarry would come to him. All he had to do was join the tourney, and win all his matches, then he would eventually fight Hercules. Cloud grinned with self-satisfaction, pleased with his sudden good fortune.

Talk to Phil…He thought, echoing the words on the paper I think I will...

...




Wow, four pages on word, yet here it still looks small. I didn't even get to write a fight scene yet, it's basically all conversation...

Luckily that'll change soon =)

Oh well, hope to get reviews


I'll work on the next chapter in the meanwhile.

[TheLastKnight]

I scimmed, I'll read through it all when I have the time, it was cool form what I skimmed

[darkisaac]

Okay...


Thanks?

Anyways, Next chapter'll definately be longer, as a result, it will also take longer to write, but I'll try to hurry.

[TheLastKnight]

just read the whole thing, it was awesome...just work on length

[darkisaac]

I'll post the chappie soon it

and yes I'm working on legnth

[Number XIV]

EDIT: Whoops. This isn't the PM messager! Please delete- I'm an idiot.

[Ultima Star]

Eh..I never knew about this fic..everything that says Cloud has to be read by me *nod* awesome fic..I hope you continue writing it

[Sonja~Soulheart]

ah sorry for the late read ^^;;

but awesome work XDXD (hope you post more soon :3 i likey your fic :3)

[ichigo88]

Well nice work but short XD

I'll w8 the new chappie....

[Haku]

I'm so late! Wonderful chapter.