GodzillAnime intro pt. 9 end

Meanwhile, back on the planet below, Jet Jaguar, and the guardian kaiju had just noticed a bright, flashing light which just appeared above them the moment after he mentioned something about a surprise. They could also see several smaller flashes going on as well, but that wasn't important at the moment. Right now they were more curious as to why they even occured, as Battra observed.

Battra: "What the hell was that?"

As Jet looked on, he felt a wave of pride at what he knew was Xenilla's warship exploding in orbit.When he heard Battra's question, he took the time to answer him.

Jet Jaguar: "THAT, my friend, was Xenilla receiving the little surprise i left for him."

King Caesar: "Yes. You mentioned this oncebefore, but i do not believeyou have told us exactly what that means."

Jet Jaguar: "Well, all i can say is that when his minion, Gigan, was coming my way, i knew i had to divert his attention away from me somehow. So i decided to give him a small diversion while i waited for him to leave: an explosive that i had put inside the box which held the Nova Core. This was so Gigan would simply leave as soon as he found it, since he would simply assumed i perished in the crash and focus on his main objective,, and so that i could force Xenilla to leave the planet in peace. At this moment, the bomb has caused significant damage to his ship, and he knows that he has to leave back to his base in order to repair it. He won't sacrifice his precious ship for anything, so that will be his priority. And he will be travelling to the other end of the universe, billions of miles away from here. So we will not be seeing him for quite some time."

Gamera: "That sounds like a very brilliant idea, Jet. But i have to ask: what will stop him from coming back once he finishes repairing his "ship", as you call it, and then destroyus all to get theNova Core?"

Jet Jaguar: "Funny you should ask. Because that bomb, as it is called, gives off a powerful energy which will damage his only way of finding us again. And without it, it will take him centuries to find this planet again, if not longer. Which means we are safe, for the time being. Even though he will return, it will be many moons before he does."

Battra: "Heh. Not bad. So you basically blind him, and then removed the evidence to find us again. A very clever tactic, i must admit."

Jet Jaguar: "Thank you very much. I created the bomb for just such a thing to happen. Good thing i learned how to craft, and engineer a long time ago."

Gamera: "Indeed. But now we have one more matter to deal with: where are we to hide the nova core?"
 
King Caesar: "Gamera is correct.If Xenilla does indeed return, we must ensure he cannot find the Nova Core, no matter how hard he searches."

Jet Jaguar: "I am afraid you mean "when" he returns, Caesar."

King Caesar: "But, surely not. How can he return if he has no means of doing so, like you said?"

Jet Jaguar: "Because Xenilla never gives up. As i said, i only delayed him for now. One day he will come back. And when he does, we will bein for the greatest fight of our lives. Because if there is any other factor that has brought him infamy throughout the universe, it is his nightmarish power, and his resilience. It will take everything we have, and more to defeat him. So we must ensure we are prepared for when that day comes. And if need be, we can use the power of the Nova Core to aid us in the struggle."

King Caesar: ".....Very well, Jet. I understand your meaning."

Gamera: "We all do. Which is why i believe it will be best if one of us takes, and watches over the Nova Core from this moment on."

Battra: "Agreed. If at least one of us knows where it is, there is the least likely chance Xenilla will be able to force all of us to reveal its location."

King Caesar: "I believe i see your point. But which one of us should be the one to take, and watch over it?"

A brief silence fell over the group, as all considered who the candidate should be.But before any shared decision could be made, someone had already spoken up. And thus was the decision made by the sole volunteer.

Mothra: "I will."

All eyes turned to Mothra, as they were surprised by what she had said.

Gamera: "Mothra, are you-are you sure about this?"

Mothra: "Yes, i am. Of all of us, i at least have the best chance of hiding the core somewhere where noone else will find it. And if we should need it's power, i will help to find one worthy enough to use its power to protect our world."

Battra: "But, Mothra, don't you understand what you're agreeng to?"

Mothra: Yes, i do, brother. This is a dangerous task i will be taking on. Like Jet Jaguar said, others will wish to use the Core for evil purposes. One day, they will sense its power, and they will seek to possess it themselves. But i will never allow that to happen. This world is my home, and i care for all thatlive here. It is my duty as a guardian to watch over, protect, and keep all those who live here safe, and ensure that they see a bright, and beautiful future filled with peace, and happiness. And i would gladly lay down my own life to make sure that happens. This is my decision, and mine alone, Battra. And nothing you say,or do can change my mind."

King Caesar: "It does seem her mind is madeup, my friend. There isno point attempting to debate with her over this. Once she is set ondoing something, no forcein all of creation will stop her. Heh, not even you."

Battra looked from King Caesar to Mothra with a seemingly worried look in his eyes. Even though he was difficult in certain circumstances, he still cared for his sister, no matter what. And considering what was at stake, there was a chance herlife could very well be in danger, if the robot spoke truly. He wanted to argue some more, to give more reasons as to why she shouldn't be the one to do this. But he took King Caesar's words to heart, and understood them to be true. He always knew she was stubborn in her duty, and she never backed down from a decision she made if it meant saving lives. He knew he would have to accept this fact, and trusti n her decision.

Battra: "Guess there is no convincing you otherwise, is there?"

Mothra: "^^ Not on your life, Battra."

Battra: Of course not. You always were stubborn, but that's what makes you special. Just please promise me you'll keep safe for me, okay?"

Mothra: "Don't worry, Battra. I will.And if i'm ever in danger, i'll call for you to come save me."

Battra: " That's all i ask of you. Take care of yourself, sister."

Mothra: "And you as well, Brother."

The two then took the time to place their foreheads directly together, where they stayed for a few moments in their embrace. Once they were done, Mothra flew over to Jet, who was holding the Nova Core out to her with his hand. She then took the jewel in her claws, and then nodded to Jet, who did so in kind. She then flew into the sky, and proceeded to fly off into the distance, where she disapeared over the hills surrounding the area. As Battra lookedon, with a somewhat sad look, Gamera came up beside him, and placed a hand on his back as a friendly gesture. Battra looked next to him to see the humanoid turtle standing right by his side.

Gamera: "Don't worry too much about her, Battra. We both know how strong she is. She can take care of herself."

Battra: "(looks to where Mothra flew away) I really hope so, Gamera. I really do."

Gamera: "She will be fine. Trust me."

Battra looked to Gamera again to see the turtle guardian give a smile of confidence, which helped ease the formers worries a bit, if only a little. But then, Gamera turned back to JJ and King Caesar, wth Battra following suit.

Gamera: "Well, then. I suppose this means that we can now depart from this place now that all is well."

King Caesar: "Indeed. Now that there is nothing to worry about, we can return to where we all came from. So, until we meet again, safe journey's, my friends."

Gamera: "Same for you, King Caesar. Take care."

Battra: "Indeed. I will see you later as well. Until our next meeting."

Gamera: "Yes. Goodbye to you too, Battra."

With that, Battra took to the north skies, and in the opposite direction of where Mothra had gone, whih happened to be south. And King Caesar began making his way in a eastern direction, which was believably where he resided. Now the only ones left were Gamera, and Jet Jaguar. Just before Gamera prepared to leave, he decided t ask Jet a vry curious question.

Gamera: "And what of you, Jet Jaguar? What d you intend to do now?"

Jet Jaguar: "Well, now that my mission is complete, i believe there is only one thing truly left for me to do: i will explore this new world, and see all ofit's natural wonders, and all of its beauties. Perhaps i can see if this world truly is anything like my old one."

Gamera: "Well, i do hope you find this planet good enough to be your new home. I believe after everything you've gone through, you deserve to have a place where you can find peace. I wish you luck on you journey, then. And may you find what you seek."

Jet Jaguar: "I can only hope so, as well. safe j travels, my friend."

Gamera: "You too.....my friend."

Gamera then gave a friendy smile to Jet, before he turned around, and enterd into his "flight mode", taking to the skies as well. But as he flew, Gamera cast a glance in JJ's direction, with a look that showed he wasn't quite sure if his friend would be alright, or not. Either way, he flew off into the west, where he disappeard soon after. With that over, JJ finally decided it was time to move onas he began walking in a random direction. There was a great deal of this planet to explore, and Jet was eager to see it all. So much to do, and so little time to do it, as they say. However, after walking several feet away from the shipwreck, he suddenly caught notice of something bright. When he looked, he saw it was coming from the sky, as a massive ball of fire was seen falling down. Which struck himas odd, seeing as how it didn't look like an asteroid, or anything. But before he could ponder any further, the fireball chaned directions rather swiftly, and was aimed directly at him! Alarmed, Jet quickly ducked out of the way as the fireball struck his previous position in a big explosion which caused some dirt, and rock to be upheaved. Jet quickly got back to his feet, and moved over to the impact point, curiousto see what the "asteroid" really was.

Jet Jaguar: "Strange. Very strange. It doesn't look like any meteor, or asteroid i've ever seen. But then, what could it be if it's not-(examines more closely, eyes figuratively widen) Oh, no!"

???: "Oh, yes."

In the fires of the crater, Jet was able to make out a figure who was kneeling in place. But then, the fire stood up, and made some sort of motion with his body. Then, without warning, a pair of Buzzsaws shot out of the fire, and went straight for JJ, who quickly dodged each one of them with ease.When he looked back, he saw the figure beginning to move out of the fire. And he began to make out some very familiar features: black, and silver armor, 3 red fins, two scythes for arms, asingle red eye. As the figure made his way outof the crater, Jet was now able to see who this figure was. Someone he was not hoping to see in the slightest.

Jet Jaguar: "GIGAN!"

Gigan: "In the flesh, so to speak."

The cyborg kaiju appeared to be somewhat singed from his planetary reentry. But he didn't care as he began slowly walking towards Jet, who was shocked to even see Gigan at all. As he moved backwards, and the cyborg moved forward, Gigan spoke in a somewhat low, but menacing tonewhich conveyed the anger he was feeling perfectly.

Gigan: "I'll bet you thought that was funny, didn't you? Pulling a stupid trick like that."

Jet Jaguar: "But how? I thought you were still aboard the warship! You should have been gone along with Xenilla! How did ou get here?"

Gigan suddenly stopped walking, with Jet doing the same.

Gigan: "You really wanna know how? Well, i'll tell you: YOU BLEW ME STRAIGHT OUT OF THE SHIP, YOU BASTARD! I WAS RIGHT NEXT TO THAT FRICKIN BOMB WHEN IT WENT OFF, AND IT SENT ME FLYING OUT THE SHIP, AND BACK TO THIS WORTHLESS DUST HEAP!"

Gigan took a few minutes to catch his breath after he finished shouting. When he was done, he spoke again in a normal, but still angered tone.

Gigan: "You have no idea what you've done, do you? Because of you, Xenilla has probably deemed me a failure, and has already abandoned me for letting you  trick me. Now i'm stranded  on this filthy planet for who knows how long! I have no way of making it back to the base, and no guarantee Xenilla willever come back for me, or if he will ever forgive me! And it's all because of YOU, you filthy traitor."

Then jet jaguar took up a defensive stance, preparing to defend himself from anything Gigan might try to do.

Jet Jaguar: "Just toinform you, Gigan: i was NEVER on Xenilla's side. I only joined him so that i could prevent him from fullfilling his evil plan, and save others from his ambition! I am no ally to a heartless monster who cares more for power than he does the lives of those around him! And i never shall be!"

Gigan: ".......So, it was an inside job, basically?"

Jet Jaguar: "Yes."

Gigan: "And you were just playing us for fools, then?"

Jet Jaguar: "It seems you are much smarter than i took you for, Gigan. I suppose even with your limited vision, you can still see clearly now."

Gigan: "Cute. But ifeel like you just helped me out now."

Jet Jaguar: "0_o W-what?! How do you believe that?"

Gigan: "Because......after i eviscerate you, and then tell lord Xenilla you were a double agent all this time, then he is sure to give me another chance, and welcome me back with open arms! But first, i just need to complete my old mission, and scrap a robot! HAHA!"

Gigan then swiftly aimed his arm foward, and a pair of grappling hooks shot forth, wrapping around Jet's arm. He did the same with his right arm, and caught Jet by his metallic neck. And without any warning, Gigan flew right past Jet, and proceeded to drag him right behindas he flew forward. He stopped after a while, then he flew high into the sky, before he began shooting straight for the ground, his right armed poised to strike. Luckily, Jet managed to see thisin time as he got up, and lept out of the way the moment Gigan struck. The impact left Gigan struck momentarily, but Jet nevertheless took the chance to try and get a few good hits in. But just as he was about to hit the mark, Gigan freed his arm, and then blocked the blow with it. The two cybernetic foes then began going head to head, Gigan constantly slashing at JJ, with the latter either ducking or blocking the hits. In the midst of it, Gigan gave Jet a strike to the gut with the base of his blade. But Jet was able to kick Gigan in the side of his right knee, which made him screech in pain as he smacked Jet away. He then gave Gigan a spin kick to the head, but Gigan managed to block it. He then attempted to blast JJ at close range with his laser, but he managed to miss his target completely. However, he managed to strike JJ across his head with the flat of his blade, which pushed him back slightly. And yet,JJ was able to flight charge directly into Gigan, and push him into the side of a mountain. He then backed away a bit, staying weary of Gigan. Which was good, because the cyborg lept out of his spot in a flash, and tried to cleave Jet Jaguar in two. But he dodged at the last second, and sent him several feet away with a kick to his side. But if there was one thing Gigan was known for, it was his determination. He immediately rose back up again, and attempted to use his grappling cables on Jet again. But he was ready for them this time, and managed to grab both of them at once, even getting into a mild tug of war. But Gigan wasn't finished yet, and immediately fired another pair of buzzsaws at Jet while he was preoccupied. He simply took the cables, and moved them right into the buzzsaw's path, cutting them. He then took hold of them with both hands, and proceeded to spin Gigan around in a circle, intent on tossing him a good distance away. But right in the middle of it, something happened. Jet suddenly gave out a pained cry, and immediately let go of Gigan, who had a less than graceful landing. Jet then put a hand to his side, as he wondered what was happening.  Gigan stood back up moments later, and saw Jet clutching his side:in pain? A malicious smile then formed on Gigan's face, and he approached his apparently wounded adversary.

Gigan: "Heh. Well, well, well. Guess the crash really got to you after all, eh?"

Jet Jaguar: "I-i don't understand. I suspected imight be damaged from the crash, but what is this....feeling inside me? And why is it so unpleasant?"

Gigan: "It's called pain, scrap heap. And it's never anything pleasant to have."

Jet Jaguar: "0_0Pain? But...that is impossible. I am a robot. I do not feel pain. I SHOULD NOT feel pain. How...can this be?"

Gigan: "Well, maybe you've got a bit of cybertronian inside you. Would explain how you coud even feel anything in the first place."

Jet Jaguar: "C-cybertronian?"

Gigan: "Tch. You know: the living machines? able to transform into anything?  Can change their mass in any manner possible? The only kind of machines who could ever feel pain, pleasure, OR emotion? Ring any bells, or didn't you learn anything about them in the slightest?"

In actuality, Jet Jaguar did indeed learn of the ones called cybertronians. Intelligent robots who could think,feel, and change their shape that resided on a planet named Cybertron. He heard that they were engaged in a civil war betwen two factions, but that never really interested him before. But now that he thought about it, there were indeed similarities between him, and them: the ability to change mass, robots with emotions, powerful combatants, and now as he learned, capable of feeling like an organic. Now his mind was beginning to ask questions of howthis could be, and what his creator had done to make this possible. But he was unable to ponder this, as suddenly a red laser struck him from the side, and knocked him to the ground. Gigan had taken advantage of his enemies newfound confusion, and was now ready to finish this.

Gigan: "You know, i might not know where exactly you came from, or who made you. But right now, i really wish i could meet the guy who built you."

He stood right next to Jet Jaguar, as he lay on the ground, looking up at Giganas he loomedoverhead like a predator who just caught its prey.

Gigan: "Because now that i know this hurts you, i'm gonna have a much better time enjoying this."

He then kicked JetJaguar up into the air, and then kicked him again straight into another mountain. when he fell to the ground, several rocks went down with him, covering some of his body. And before he could get back up, Gigan stomped hisfootinto JJ's chest, holding him in place as he spoke again.

Gigan: "You know, i was hoping to try and get more fun out of this, but i don't really want to anymore. Especially since there are probably plenty of things to play with here, who might also be weaker than you. I'm going to be here for a long time,so i might as well make the most of it."

He then raised his left arms up, and prepared to swing down onto jet, and lash him to pieces.

Gigan: "Say hi to your makers for me in hell. But then again, you aren't going there anyway, or anywhere else for that matter, so why bother? Let me just say it was fun while it lasted, but now it's time for this to come to an end. So, as they say, goodbye, rustbucket!"

Then, out of nowhere, a dark green blur appeared, and smacked right into Gigan, knocking him back onto the ground, flat on his face, disorienting him. But Jet didn't see who it was, as he was busy trying to ease the pain he felt inside him. even though it was there, it was lessening somewhat. Especially when he noticed Gigan wasn't there anymore. When he looked up, his spirits quickly rose, as a green, five fingered hand reached down, offering itself to Jet. He took it in his own hand, and managed to get back to his feet, where he was greeted by one he was more than happy to see: Gamera.

Gamera: "I already wished you luck on your journey, but i guess it wasn't good enough to keep you out of trouble. I'm just glad i got here in time. Are you all right, my friend?"

Jet Jguar: "Well yes, i am. And i am more than grateful for your arrival, but...how did you-?"

Gamera: "Just as i was making my back tomy home, i noticed a strange fireball falling from the sky. At first, i assumed it was a simple meteor falling to the planet, as someoften do. But then i noticed it had traces of...malefic mana within it. and as i sawit come down, i alsonoticed it crashed right near you. I then grew worried for you, more than i already did, and immediately went to make sure you were allright. When i arrived, i saw that strange, bladed creature ready to finish you off. We're both lucky i was able to stop him in time. But whois he? I already sensed the presence of dark mana, but now i sense this creature's mana is dark, corrupted. as if it were tainted by evil itself."

Jet Jaguar: "You would be right to think that. His name is Gigan. He is one of Xenilla's monsters. His generals, to be precise. He is the one who searched for me, and the Nova Core. But it seems that i inadvertently brought him back here."

Gamera: "So he is one of the evil beings you spoke of, then."

Jet Jaguar: "Yes. And he is not an enemy to take lightly. And i am in fact damaged from the crash, so i do not believe i can stand against him on my own."

Gamera: "Then by all means: let's finish this monster together. Thatis if you'll have me at your side."

Jet Jaguar: "(puts a hand on gamera's shoulder) Actually, i would be honored, my friend."

Both of them then turned to see Gigan rise up again, clearly more irritated than before.

Gigan: "ALL RIGHT, I DON'T KNOW WHO THE HELL DID THAT, BUT GET READY1 CAUSE YOU'RE IN FOR A WORLD OF-0_0"

He quickly stopped when he noticed that Jet Jaguar was no longer alone, as Gamera stood beside him in a fighting stance.

Gigan: "Oooh, how wonderful. Now there's two of you! And i'm guessing you're with the tin can?"

Gamera: "That's right, monster. I am Gamera, Guardian to this world, and i will not allow you to harm either my friend, or theworld i am sworn to protect! So i will give you only one warning: either leave now, or die! Because i will NOT go easy on you, knowing you serve the demon, Xenilla!"

Gigan: "Heh, well, glad to hear that my masters reputation preceeds him. Well, if you know of him, then you should know that i am his most fearsome and lethal assasin. I've killed countless creatures bigger than you, and i've got a feeling you wont be any harder to kill than they were. but my business isn't with you, it's with the robot. So if youjust back off now, then i won't kill you right away. Hell, just give him to me now, and i'll go easy on you. What do you say?"

Gamera: "I say: you were warned, buzzard beak. Now get off my planet."

Gigan"........Tcsssh, i see. Well, sorry chumly, but i've got plansofmy own. I gave you a shot, but now: Tonight i dine on turtle soup!" 

His fins then shook in a threatening manner, andthen Gigan let out a roarof challenge, which Gamera returned in kind.

"Ssssskkkkkeeeeeeuuuuuuuurrrnnntttt!"

"Aaaaaaaaaaeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!"

Gamera then did something totally unexpected: a single yellow energy blade surging with mana unsheathed themselves from Gamera's arms. But Gigan responded by crossing his own blades together.Thethen charged the two kaiju, and swung his blade at Gamera.But the giant turtle simply crossed his blades together, and blocked the attack. Gamera then demonstrated a bit of his strength as he kicked Gigan's torso, and actually pushed Gigan back a few feet. Jet Jaguar aattempted to punch Gigan in his head, but the cyborg immediately ducked beneath the attack. However, he was struck from the side by Gamera, and knocked back down again. At this instance, both kaiju proceeded to literally stomp Gigan into the ground like a tree stump. When they cut off their attack, Gigan attempted to get back up, only for Gamera to pull him by the tail, and for Jet Jaguar to kick him right across their battlefield. Gamera himself decided to face Gigan, while Jet stood behind. He then proceeded to grapple Gigan attempting to hold him in place. But the cyborg fired his laser directly into Gamera's face, blinding him. He then received a slash across his neck, courtesy of Gigan. Gigan then attempted to take advantage of the turtle kaiju's momentary disorientation to cut his head off, but Jet would have none of it, and threw a piece of the ship he acquired during Gigan's struggle with Gamera directly into back, throwing off his attack entirely. Gigan turned to the robot's direction, less than pleased with his interference. He then fired his laser at Jet Jaguar, actually knocking him down. and yet Gigan didn't have any time to finish off Jet as he suddenly found himself being lifted off the ground by a recovered Gamera, and then slammed right into the ground. he took his momentary indow to check up to Jet, who was slowly,but surely, getting back up again.

Gamera: "Are you okay, Jet?"

Jet Jaguar: "Yes. All things considered."

Gamera: " Okay. That's good to hear."

With that done, Gamera looked back down to see Gigan also getting back up again. This was the time Gamera decided he was done, and began charging a plasma blast to finish off Gigan for good. But the cyborg caught sight ofthis before hand, and immediately stabbed him in the foot. Gamera cried out in pain, but he didn't stop charging his attack. Even when Gigan tried attacking him again, forcing Gamera to hold his blades with both hands. In fact, this simply provided Gamera another window of opportunity. Which he then took to fire his plasma at Gigan's right arm, making him screech in pain. The attack damaged Gigan's arm, and it was now hanging nearly limp, and lifeless at his side. But Gamera quickly another plasma blast, and fired it rather quickly. It struck Gigan directly in the chest, sending him careening, and screeching across the battlefield till he landed with a THUD. His chest was now smoking, and he was in a good deal of pain. Gamera's mouth lost its light as he cut off his energy, disabling his attack. Immediately, JetJaguar came up beside his ally, ready to help him finish off their foe. Gigan then stood back up again, his chest and arm still smoking, and his body now in pain. As he moved, his legs actually shook from some level of strain, and he was now limping. But Gigan didn't relent, and spoke again in defiance to his enemies.

Gigan: "(breathing heavily) Heh. Is-is that the best- you can do, turtle face?"

Gamera: "Not quite, but i am suprised, actually. There's not many around who can withstand my plasma blasts, and still be in one piece. ExceptforKing Caesar,that is. I have to admit, Gigan: you really are something."

Gigan: "Heheh, t-told ya, didn't i? I've taken down tougher freaks than you, and i always came out on top. This is gonna be no different!"

Gamera: "Exceptfor the fact that you're greatly injured, and from the look so fit, you can barely stand now. Circumstances aren't looking too good for you right now."

Gigan: "Oh,isthatwhat you think? Well, sorry to disappoint you, bub, but this: this is nothing. I've gotten a whole lot worse than this, so it's not too big a deal for me. No matter what you do, i can take it. I can take anything you throw at me, and i'll still come out on top. You'll see for yourselves very soon."

Gamera: "I highly doubt that. In fact, i'm guessing right now,that if i hit you with another, fully charged blast-you wouldn't survive."

Gigan: "Well,then why don't you have another go at me,and find out?"

Jet Jaguar: " Come on now, Gigan. It is over,and you lost. You cannot win this fight, no matter how hard you try. Just fly away now, and you can at least save some of your dignity."

Gigan: "I don't think so, robot! I never back off from a fight, and i don't plan to start now! You will pay for my humiliation, and i'm gonna make sure you do! Even if it's the last thing i-"

BOOM!

Gigan: "Do?"

A loud booming sound was heard overhead, which caught all three of the kaiju's attention. When they looked up, a dreaded sight was there for them to behold: dozens of massive meteors werefalling from the sky, and were crashing into the planet. This was bad enough. But as they continued to look, something even worse could now be seen: an object so massive, and so big that it was unlike anything seen before. And even though it was far away, it was coming down at a fast pace, much to the horror of Jet Jaguar, and Gamera.

Gamera: "In the name of everything good: what IS that?!"

Unfortunately, Jet Jaguar himself couldn't think of an answer to his friends question. But both received their answer when they heard the panicked cries of Gigan, who was now truly terrified of what was happening.

Gigan: "NO! Nononononono, this isn't possible! That's the hive! But-but how could this be?!There is NO WAY for the hive to be able to do this! Unless-"

Sudden realization struck him like a freight train, and he suddenly turned in Jet Jaguar's direction, with an expression of terror, anger, and accusation. He then pointed his good armin Jet's direction, which he noticed, notto attack, but for his incoming rants.

Gigan: "YOU! You did this1 This is all your fault! You, and your worthless bomb!"

At first, Jet was confused by Gigan's accusation, same as Gamera. But when Jet began thinking about what the cyborg meant, a memory suddenly came to mind: an enormous mass which was being towed by Xenilla's warship. Now it was coming together as dreadful realization struck: Jet was responsible for the oncoming catastrophe about to claim his friends world. His bomb had caused this to happen, and now the ones who had given him his trust were about to pay the price for his carelessness, and inconsideration. He wasfar too stricken with guilt to notice anything else, including Gigan, who was continuing his rant.

Gigan: "It was bad enough you stole the Nova Core from us, and then tried to blow us up, and even got ME stranded! But now you go and do this?! You're even worse than i am. Even wrse than Xenilla himself! If you hadjsut given us the Nova Core, none of this would be happening! Now we're doomed, and it's all becauseof YOU!!!"

Gamera: "HOLD YOUR TONGUE,  DEMON, OR I'LL RIP IT OUT OF YOU!"

Gigan:"You just don't get it, do you?! Nothing matters anymore! The end is here, and there'snothing YOU can do about it! But i'm getting out of here as quickly as possible! I'd rather run away now if it means surviving! So goodbye, and good riddance, you fools!"

Gigan immediately took to the sky, and flew off in the hopes of escaping his fate. Gamera simply watched him go with an annoyed, before he turned over to Jet Jaguar with a sympathetic look. The robot's head was lowered, and his head was staring at the ground. Gamera took the time to try and speak to his friend.

Gamera: "Jet? Are you ok-"

Jet Jaguar: "He's right. This is all MY fault. I'm no better than him, or his master."

Gamera: "W-what are you talking about? Jet, i don-"

JetJaguar: "I did this to you! You trusted me, and ibrought this calamity down upon you!"

Gamera: "Jet, please-"

Jet Jaguar: It was MY bomb, MY weapon that made this happen. I was trying to save this world from Xenilla, but i just ended up destroying it for him! I AM a monster!"

Gamera: "Jet!"

Jet Jaguar: "You must think i'm horrible now. An evil worse than anything that exists. And you're right. I understand if you hate me now, and even if you wish me dead. Because you're right: i deserve to be seen as such. And you'd be better off just-"

Gamera: "JET!!!"

Jet immediately snapped out of his ranting to look at Gamera,who was now wearing a stern look on his face. But then he began moving his hand towards Jet, who turned away as he saw it coming. He knew he deserved any punishment he knew was coming, but he was still afraid. However, after a few moments, he realized nothing was happening to him. He looked to see his friends hand layng onhis shoulder, and Gamera himself had a face which now bore sympathy, and kindness.

Gamera: "Please, just stop. Stop saying such horrible things about yourself. You're my friend, and i can't stand to see, or hear, you like this. It hurtsme to see youin pain, and i want to help you. So please, don't say such things like that, because you are NOT a monster, and nothing like Gigan OR Xenilla. Though you are a robot, you are a kind soul. One who cherishes all living things, and feels regret for their pain, or passing. No monster could ever feel remorse for causing harm to others."

Jet Jaguar: "B-but-but this is allmy fault! If it wasn't for me, then-"

Gamera: "If it wasn't for you, Xenilla would have destroyed us all. But you stopped him from doing so. You had NO idea this would happen, so it isn't your fault. You were trying to protect us, and you did. In spite what it seems, thisis not the end: the earth itself will endure, along with us, and the other Guardians. We will survive, and our world will be renewed one day. It's all part of the circle of life, no matter how it comes to pass. So do not blame yourself for anything, beause you have done nothing wrong."

Hearing such words began to efect Jet in a new sense. What once were thoughts of sadness, anger, and regret, were now being replaced with faith, hope, and compassion. Ever since his world died, he had been alone all of his life. And he even had to endure time with the monsters who caused him such misery to begin with. But then he came to this planet, so young and vital, but also similar to his own. and when he met the Guardians who resided here, he was a stranger to them. But when he told them his tale, and what he was attempting to do, he had earned their trust. And then Gamera himself helped him in his time of need, he proved that he had acquired-no, was BLESSED with something far more valuable than anything else in existence: Friendship. Gamera saved his life when it was endangered, and now he had pulled him from the brink of despair when he believed he had committed a great evil. But now he was believing that he was innocent, and that he had someone who truly cared for himin a way he hadn't experienced since his late creator. But as much as he wanted to believe his friends words, he neededto be absolutely certain of something first.

Jet Jaguar: "Then-does this mean you don't hate me?"

Gamera: "Of course not. You are my friend, and i only wish for your wellbeing. And if you are also wondering: yes, i have forgiven you for what you believe your deeds have caused. But the question is: can you forgive yourself?"

A moment of silence fell, as Jet considered what Gamera asked. As time passed, it felt like nearly an eternity as Jet pondered in silence. But after what seemedlike forever, Jet looked back up to Gamera, with a renewed strength, and determination.

Jet Jaguar:"Yes, i can. And i do. Thank you, my friend."

He then held his hand open, offering it to Gamera. Without a moments hesitation, he took it in his own, and the two shook with an air of respect, and admiration.

Gamera: "It was a pleasure, my friend. Now come, that monstrosity will strike soon, and we must seek refuge before it does. Once it's over,we have much to do, right?"

Jet Jaguar:"Right."

Epilogue

Casting one last glance up to the hive as pieces of shrapnel, and even several pods, continued falling from the sky, Jet Jaguar, and Gamera took to the sky, and sought sanctuary from the approaching cataclysm. Within the hour, the massive object struck the planet, and initiated the catastrophic events modern scientists are familiar with. For this event occured 65 million years ago on the Planet Earth, resulting in the extinction of the planets original rulers: The Dinosaurs. But what of the Guardians of Earth, and their ally, Jet Jaguar? Could they have survived such a destructive, and disasterous moment in earth's history? Yes, indeed. And when the great cataclysm averted, they worked to return peace, and harmony to the world. Though as they feared, evil would rise again, and again to challenge the great defenders. And each time they would emerge triumphant. Unfortunately, life as Guardians would come at a cost when one of their own would turn against them out of anger, and hatred for the human race, and his former allies blind devotion to protecting these potentially dangerous beings. After this, the Guardians, and even Jet Jaguar wentinto decline, going into some form of slumber, as the threats they constantly faced had ceased to appear. Now they would need toonserve their energy, and strength for the day when the demonic Xenilla would indeed return to declare war upon the Earth to claim the Nova Core itself. A moment even Gigan himself was preparing himself for, as it meant the return of his master, and revenge against their enemies. But the Guardians themselves would not be theonly threat they would face. In 1954, humanity will awaken something. A powerful force who would be nature's method of bringing order to the world. A power to restore the balance. One which would possess unthinkable strength, unbeatable power, and unbreakable will. It's name is:


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