Hello everyone. Just wanted to give you an update as well as something new.
Chapters for "In a Perfect World" and even my Old "TLK3 Rise of Simba" story are in the works. In the meantimes I wanted to do something unique as well to help with my writing and story telling skills. So this here will be not so much a story series but rather a bunch of short stories with Lion King characters singing some songs that I thought would fit their personalities pretty well.
First up on the list is a Lion Guard themed one where the Lion Guard are having their very first Lion Guard Appreciation day celebration. Give it a read and let me know what you think and if you have any suggestions for short stories and songs I can implament in the future.
Thanks again for your patience and support and without further a due, enjoy!
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You're Welcome: A Lion Guard short
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As time progressed in the Pride Lands, Kion and his Lion Guard continued to defend and protect their friends and family. By now they were all in their adolescents, and still doing better than ever. In honor of their service to the Pride Lands, Simba announced a new holiday for the Pride Lands: Lion Guard Appreciation Day. This was when all the animals would come and pay their respects to the Lion Guard for all they had done over the years.
Today, Kion, Fuli, Ono, Beshte, and Bunga all met in the Lion Guard den while swarms of animals came in and presented their gifts to them. Some brought fruit, others brought flowers, and some had nothing to give but their appreciation. The gathering of animals was so large that one would think that there was a new heir being presented to the Pride Lands.
"Wow…" Kion said in awe as the crowed of animals came in and began leaving their gifts, "I had no idea that we helped so many animals."
"Tell me about it." Fuli said as she sat next to the teenage lion, "And here I thought the only time we would get this many presents was during Christmas."
"Ah, yes." Rafiki chuckled as he walked up next to Kion and watched the animals come in, "You and de guard have left quite de impression on de Pride Lands."
"It's Un-Bunga-lievable!" Bunga exclaimed in excitement as he rode in on Beshte, watching as all the animals began to pour into their hide out, "Who knew we helped so many."
Kion had to admit, he did not expect his Lion Guard to make such an impact in the Pride Lands. Sure, he knew it was an important job with great responsibility, but seeing the massive crowd of animals made him realize the mass majority of the kingdom had been helped by him and his guard in some form or another. It filled the young lion with a sense of pride and accomplishment. Today was meant as a celebration, a way to show his team appreciation for all of their hard work. Kion began to see that now.
"Come come," Rafiki motioned to the Lion Guard, "best you all line up and get ready. I'll get everyone set and de ceremony will start momentarily." Following the mandril, the Lion Guard lined up in front of the crowd of animals that were pouring into the cave and waited for everyone to get settled in.
Eventually, the massive group had fully entered the cave and lined up by species, with Rafiki managing who goes first. There was barely room for anyone to stand in. Zebras, Elephants, antelope, kudu, hornbills, impala, hippos, crocodiles, nearly every type of animal in the entire Pride Lands had come to attend. Each one of them had gifts and a connection in some way shape or form with the Lion Guard. First to come were the elephants, lead by Matembo, who brought Kion a crown of flowers.
"In honor of your service to our people," the elephant began, "By facing impossible odds and rescuing us from the Outlander attack on our grove, we grant you this crown of honor. Crafted by our very trunks, let it be a reminder of our herd's eternal appreciation and respect as Fiercest of all creatures."
Kion sat there speechless as the crown was placed onto his head. The young adolescent was a bit taken back by the kind gesture and words. Smiling at the matriarch he nodded and replied with a gracioius: "Asante Matembo. It was my honor."
Next in the group came the antelope, who presented Fuli with an olive twig and placed it on her head. The cheetah frowned, not liking her fur touched, let alone something put in it, but she held her tongue and allowed the antelope to speak.
"For assisting in leading us through challenging times…" the chief antelope, Bupu, groaned, "And… I suppose for saving us from drowning… we extend this olive branch to show you our…. Gratitude."
"Jee…" Fuli replied with a roll of her eyes, "You didn't have to do that."
"I know." The antelope responded causally, "But everyone else was giving the lion guard gifts so we didn't want to feel left out."
"Why I aught to-"
"Thank you for the gift!" Kion cut her off before anymore words could be said between the two, "We, uh, appreciate your herd's selfless act." Bupu smiled in response from the polite gesture before bowing his head and returning into the crowd. Next came the strongest, Beshte, who was approached by the giraffes and was given a pile of acacia leaves
"In recognition as the strongest in the Pride Lands, we offer this little token for your deeds in helping our herds in the flood plains and the other herds in the drinking ponds of the Pride Lands," the giraffe known as Twiga told the hippo, "A acacia leaf pile! We know you hippos can't usually reach them, so they must be a special treat for you guys."
"Poa! Thanks!" the hippo replied with a happy wave of his ears. He graciously took some and tried them before replying: "They're great. Thanks a bunch!" After the giraffes bowed and backed up, the rhinos came and approached Ono.
"To the keenest of sight, and for helping me in my time of need," the Rhino known as Kifaru said as he was facing the wrong way, "We offer you this-"
"Um… Kifaru," Ono the egret said with a rather deadpanned expression, "I'm over here big guy."
"Oh! I'm sorry," the Rhino turned back to face him properly before clearing his throat and starting again, "For your help, we offer you this honor. We have talked it over with the tick birds, and we all are in agreement that you have earned the right to come by our herd any time and eat your fill of bugs."
"Hapana!" the egret's eyes widened, "I-I… thank you! That means a lot!"
"But of course. The Lion Guard is lucky to have such a talented individual such as yourself." Kifaru replied as he and his tickbird bowed and returned to the crowd of animals. Each member of the Lion Guard so far had gotten some pretty impressive gifts. However, after the elephant left… no other animals seemed to step up.
"Alrighty…" Bunga said eagerly as he rubbed his hands together and stepped in front of everyone, "I'm all ready for my gift! Who's got it?"
The other animals began to look at one another and mumble quietly. Hushed whispers filled the crowd as the animals talked amongst each other.
"Did you get something for the honey badger?"
"I thought you were getting something for him."
"Not us."
"What did he do again?"
"He's their mascot, right?"
The Lion Guard looked worried by this. It looked like with all the animals in the Pride Lands, not a single one had brought something for Bunga on this day. Kion grimaced, not sure how his best friend would react to such a thing.
"Bunga…" he slowly began as he put a paw on his shoulder, "I'm so sorry. We'll do-"
"Not now, Kion." Bunga pushed his friend's paw off of him, "I'm about to get my gift!" the Bravest of the Guard then ran up to the nearby zebra known as Thurston and said: "So you got my present?"
"Um…" the male zebra replied in a pompous accent, "Who are you again?"
"Um, hellooooo!" Bunga gestured to himself, "Bunga here? Bravest of the Guard? Best of the team? Ring any bells?"
"Oh riiiiiight." The dimwitted zebra replied but then his face dropped in confusion, "What is it you do again?"
"heheh… You're kidding, right?" Bunga chuckled, "I've helped out the Guard plenty of times! So I believe what you should say… is thank you!"
"Thank you?"
"You're welcome." Bunga said, not taking into account the confused zebra as well as the concerned animals.
"Wait, welcome for what? Who even are you?" They were all expecting the honey badger to be upset or feeling left out, but as usual, Bunga's obliviousness won the day. Before anyone could say anything however, the cave appeared to dim for some reason and Bunga had a unique smirk on his face before he began to… sing?
Bunga:
Ok… Ok…
I see what's happening here…
You're face to face with greatness and it's strange.
You don't even know how you feel.
(Pinches Fuli's cheeks)
It's adorable.
(Fuli swats Bunga away)
Well it's nice to see that you all never change.
(Jumps up on a high rock)
Open your eyes let's begin.
Yes, it's really me, it's Bunga. Breath it in.
I know it's a lot: the hair the bod.
(Flexes)
When you're staring at the Bravest-Guard!
(Music picks up and Bunga jumps down)
What can I say except you're welcome,
For the fun you can't deny!
Hey it's ok, it's ok,
You're welcome!
I'm just a Zuka Zama kinda guy!
(Looks at a nearby antelope)
Hey!
What has two thumbs and saved your behind,
When you were waddling yay high?
This guy!
(Looks at the Lion Guard)
When you all froze,
Who took on Kenge toe to toe?
You're looking at him yo!
(Looks at Muhimu the zebra)
Oh, also I res-cued your son.
You're welcome.
And filled his gloomy day with fun!
(Looks at baboons)
Also I har-nessed my breeze
You're welcome,
To get you monkeys off that tree.
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Fuli:
Eww!
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Bunga:
(Start's dancing)
So, what can I say except you're welcome,
For filling your lives with glee.
No need to pray it's ok.
You're welcome.
Ha!
I guess that's just my way of being me!
(Animals and Lion Guard start to tap to the beat)
You're welcome!
You're welcoooooome!
(Pauses)
Well… come to think of it…
(Starts singing faster)
Guys, honestly I-can-go-on-and-on.
I-can-explain-every-natural-phenomenon.
The birds, the bees, the flies,
That-stuff-is-easy-for-Bunga the Wise!
I-res-cued-some-aard-varks,
Saved-their- mud-huts!
Fought-fif-ty-hyenas-and-kicked-all-their-butts!
One's lesson.
One's inconceivable.
Don't-mess-with-me-'cause-I'm un-Bunga-lievable!
(Points at the paintings)
And the tapestry here on the wall,
Shows how I a-ccomplished it all!
(Rafiki taps Bunga painting with stick)
Look at me here! I make everything happen!
Look at that mini-Bunga just tippity-tappin
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Lion Guard and Animals:
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Heeeeeeeeeey!
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(All the paintings around the den begin to dance)
Bunga:
Well, anyway let me say you're welcome!
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Everyone:
You're welcome!
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Bunga:
For the wonderful world you know!
Hey it's ok, it's ok,
You're welcome!
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Everyone:
You're welcome!
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Bunga:
Kion, Beshte, Fuli, and O-no!
(Starts putting gifts in a makeshift leaf sled)
Hey, it's your day to say,
You're welcome!
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Everyone:
You're welcome!
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Bunga:
So, thank you all for the cheer!
I'm here to stay, to stay,
You're welcome!
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Everyone:
You're welcome!
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Bunga:
So, take out all your gifts and bring em here!
(Drags gifts to the cave exit)
You're welcome!
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Everyone:
You're welcome!
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Bunga:
You're welcoooooooooome!
(Music and dancing paintings stop)
And thank you!
(Dashes out the den as song ends)
Suddenly everything stopped playing and everyone looked around in confusion.
"Um… what just happened?" Fuli asked.
"I… think Bunga just did a musical number?" Ono replied as he shook his head.
"Poa, I liked it." Beshte stated as he flapped his hippo ears happily, "Had a catchy beat to it." As the Guard talked, Kion suddenly realized something.
"Uh… guys?" Kion got everyone's attention, "Where are our gifts?" the guard suddenly stopped and looked around. Kion's crown was off his head, Fuli's olive branch was gone, and Beshte's pile of leaves were all missing. Realizing what just happened, the entire guard exclaimed all at once: "BUNGAAAAAAA!"
Meanwhile, outside of Pride Rock, Bunga was dragging his leaf sled filled with everyone's gifts when he heard his friends call out his name. Hearing it, he didn't take it as his friends being upset but rather, they remembered him and missed him.
"Ah…" he sighed in relief as he walked off into the savannah with his stolen gifts, "Feels good to be appreciated.
THE END
So yeah. That was fun. Lol. I watched that Movie Moana a while back and just felt like it would match up with Bunga's character pretty well. It was a lot of fun to write, and if anyone has anymore ideas they would like to share or see put in as another short story here then please review and pm me. This place is more compilation of short stories and musical One Shots, but they are fun to write!
I hope you all enjoyed and I will keep you all updated on the In a Perfect World story soon.
Until next time guys, this has been Rogue Lion. Signing off.
(Salutes Audience)