Love and War
Chapter: Introduction
Disclaimer: I herby declare that I DO NOT own any of the characters presented in this story. They are the sole property of their rightful owners. I do however own the plot for this story. I do this for no financial gain whatsoever. I do this for the sole purpose to entertain you, and myself.
(A dark portal of swirling black energy appears in front of the readers. Out of the portal, a dark figure clad in black from head to toe is left steps out. He is a white male, approximately 6'3" in height. A dark cloak cascades down his back and swirls around in front of him. A hood at the top the cloak covers all but his nose and mouth.)
"Greetings fellow readers. I am S. S. Shadow, guardian of oblivion, and protector of dimensions, as well as the worlds that reside in said dimensions. I have come here tonight to introduce to you, a story based on the outstanding anime 'Dragon Ball Z'. I will tell you now that my story takes place after the episode where Majin Buu blows Gohan off into the distance, but before Vegita arrives on the scene. In fact, one of the changes I'm making, (I will list them all later) is that Vegita and Goku BOTH take off to confront Buu together as a team instead of Goku being knock out. I would like to say at this time, that I am an extreme fan of Gohan, and Gohan/Videl pairings. With that being said, back to the settings of my story's beginning."
"I have great plans for this story, but I'm afraid that, due to other responsibilities, and the fact that I have a sequel to a different story in the works, I have no idea as to how fast I will be capable of updating, and depending on time allowed, how long or short each chapter will be. Unlike my first story, (Rainy Day Lover 'Tenchi Muyo') I will basically be 'winging it' as some say it terms of what, when, and how I write. I have no idea how long this story will be, believe me when I say that it will be fairly long."
What will my story contain? Well, it will contain ideas that while some may not be entirely original, will be taken to a level that I assume, (and hope) hasn't been done yet, and while I prefer to keep my ideas a secret in order to prevent someone beating me to the punch, I will tell you one thing I have in mind. We all know about Super Sayin-jin level 4 right? Well, what if there happened to be a level BEYOND even that? It has been proven that the ability to reach, and ascend to the next level comes from a need, not a desire. That fact was proven numerous times through the series in fights with Freeza, Cell, and Majin Buu, though my story will take place before anyone reaches level 4, or even 3 for that matter, just for the sake of a decent story, I'll ascend Goku to level 3 and Vegita to level 3 later on. Getting back on track, these enemies made our heroes rise to the occasion if you will. Now what if an even stronger enemy arrived, and the need for an even GREATER power created? Could they do it? Who would be the first to claim such a power? I plan to answer these questions and more in my story."
"I intend to make this a story composed of action along with some romance hence the name for this story. Though I will try to keep it 50/50, it might become closer to 60/40 or 70/30 in favor of action. The action will consist of an common invasion from a not so common enemy, while the romance will be between Gohan and Videl. As an added note, even though I have yet to try writing one, if I receive enough reviews in general along the way, as well as those who ask for it, I may even squeeze in a lemon or two, but you must review.
"Next, the settings from which my story will start:
Takes place after Gohan is blown away, but before Goku and Vegita arrive. (mentioned above)
Gohan and Videl already care a great deal about one another (like it isn't anymore obvious) but still have to admit it. Note: this relationship will be important to the outcome of the conflict in this story towards the end.
I will be self-inserting myself into this story as myself within the first few (if not the first) chapters. My character will be important as to how Gohan develops in the story. One thing is certain, when I am done with him, he will be capable of mopping the floor with the entire Z-senshi at their strongest without breaking a sweat. ( I have already condemned the soul of the person who made Gohan a weakling after the Cell Saga to Oblivion)
I will be changing the personalities of some characters in order to better fit my story, so just go with the flow and everything will be fine.
Just a note: the attacks that I plan on using in my story aside from the Z- Senshi's attacks, are from a game called Chrono Cross, and are owned and copyrighted by Squaresoft. Gohan and myself will be the primary users of such attacks."
"That is all I can think of at this time in terms of how the start of my story will be I hope it enough to interest you in reading, and for my sake, reviewing it. If, along the way you have a question about my story in regard to content, please leave it in the form of a review. If I don't plan on writing the chapter so that it answers your question. I will personally write your name, and a response before or after I start the next chapter. I seriously hope that you will review, compliments, and constructive criticism are welcome, for they are the lifeblood of every fanfiction author. It is what inspires us to continue writing. As for those of you who wish to flame me, I will take your flames, and cast them into the darkest, and deepest depths of oblivion that I possess knowledge of, I must now return to my post as guardian for the time being, I will be watching though as to how you respond to my story however, goodnight."
S. S. Shadow turns, and is about to step into the portal before pausing. Now, with back to the readers, he calls out once more:
"I have been asked on a few occasions what my name means, or more precisely, what the two S's in front of my name mean, and in response…well…" Suddenly, the ground beneath Shadow's feet begins to shake and splinter while bits and pieces of earth and gravel spin wildly around him trapped in a cyclone of yellow energy revolving around Shadow. After a brief minute or so, the ground settles, and the wind dies down, but not before blowing back the hood on Shadow's cloak, revealing multiple locks of glowing, golden hair that manage to extend outward in multiple directions, yet still fall slightly backwards behind his head. Looking back over his shoulder, Shadow narrowed his single visible teal eye as a smirk; almost smug in nature crossed his face "…lets just say that it fits who I am rather well."
Facing forward once again, Shadow steps through the portal, and disappears in its swirling rings of dark energy before the vortex of power closes behind him, rotating like a top as it gets smaller, and smaller, until nothing is left to prove that it ever existed.
Chapter: Introduction
Disclaimer: I herby declare that I DO NOT own any of the characters presented in this story. They are the sole property of their rightful owners. I do however own the plot for this story. I do this for no financial gain whatsoever. I do this for the sole purpose to entertain you, and myself.
(A dark portal of swirling black energy appears in front of the readers. Out of the portal, a dark figure clad in black from head to toe is left steps out. He is a white male, approximately 6'3" in height. A dark cloak cascades down his back and swirls around in front of him. A hood at the top the cloak covers all but his nose and mouth.)
"Greetings fellow readers. I am S. S. Shadow, guardian of oblivion, and protector of dimensions, as well as the worlds that reside in said dimensions. I have come here tonight to introduce to you, a story based on the outstanding anime 'Dragon Ball Z'. I will tell you now that my story takes place after the episode where Majin Buu blows Gohan off into the distance, but before Vegita arrives on the scene. In fact, one of the changes I'm making, (I will list them all later) is that Vegita and Goku BOTH take off to confront Buu together as a team instead of Goku being knock out. I would like to say at this time, that I am an extreme fan of Gohan, and Gohan/Videl pairings. With that being said, back to the settings of my story's beginning."
"I have great plans for this story, but I'm afraid that, due to other responsibilities, and the fact that I have a sequel to a different story in the works, I have no idea as to how fast I will be capable of updating, and depending on time allowed, how long or short each chapter will be. Unlike my first story, (Rainy Day Lover 'Tenchi Muyo') I will basically be 'winging it' as some say it terms of what, when, and how I write. I have no idea how long this story will be, believe me when I say that it will be fairly long."
What will my story contain? Well, it will contain ideas that while some may not be entirely original, will be taken to a level that I assume, (and hope) hasn't been done yet, and while I prefer to keep my ideas a secret in order to prevent someone beating me to the punch, I will tell you one thing I have in mind. We all know about Super Sayin-jin level 4 right? Well, what if there happened to be a level BEYOND even that? It has been proven that the ability to reach, and ascend to the next level comes from a need, not a desire. That fact was proven numerous times through the series in fights with Freeza, Cell, and Majin Buu, though my story will take place before anyone reaches level 4, or even 3 for that matter, just for the sake of a decent story, I'll ascend Goku to level 3 and Vegita to level 3 later on. Getting back on track, these enemies made our heroes rise to the occasion if you will. Now what if an even stronger enemy arrived, and the need for an even GREATER power created? Could they do it? Who would be the first to claim such a power? I plan to answer these questions and more in my story."
"I intend to make this a story composed of action along with some romance hence the name for this story. Though I will try to keep it 50/50, it might become closer to 60/40 or 70/30 in favor of action. The action will consist of an common invasion from a not so common enemy, while the romance will be between Gohan and Videl. As an added note, even though I have yet to try writing one, if I receive enough reviews in general along the way, as well as those who ask for it, I may even squeeze in a lemon or two, but you must review.
"Next, the settings from which my story will start:
Takes place after Gohan is blown away, but before Goku and Vegita arrive. (mentioned above)
Gohan and Videl already care a great deal about one another (like it isn't anymore obvious) but still have to admit it. Note: this relationship will be important to the outcome of the conflict in this story towards the end.
I will be self-inserting myself into this story as myself within the first few (if not the first) chapters. My character will be important as to how Gohan develops in the story. One thing is certain, when I am done with him, he will be capable of mopping the floor with the entire Z-senshi at their strongest without breaking a sweat. ( I have already condemned the soul of the person who made Gohan a weakling after the Cell Saga to Oblivion)
I will be changing the personalities of some characters in order to better fit my story, so just go with the flow and everything will be fine.
Just a note: the attacks that I plan on using in my story aside from the Z- Senshi's attacks, are from a game called Chrono Cross, and are owned and copyrighted by Squaresoft. Gohan and myself will be the primary users of such attacks."
"That is all I can think of at this time in terms of how the start of my story will be I hope it enough to interest you in reading, and for my sake, reviewing it. If, along the way you have a question about my story in regard to content, please leave it in the form of a review. If I don't plan on writing the chapter so that it answers your question. I will personally write your name, and a response before or after I start the next chapter. I seriously hope that you will review, compliments, and constructive criticism are welcome, for they are the lifeblood of every fanfiction author. It is what inspires us to continue writing. As for those of you who wish to flame me, I will take your flames, and cast them into the darkest, and deepest depths of oblivion that I possess knowledge of, I must now return to my post as guardian for the time being, I will be watching though as to how you respond to my story however, goodnight."
S. S. Shadow turns, and is about to step into the portal before pausing. Now, with back to the readers, he calls out once more:
"I have been asked on a few occasions what my name means, or more precisely, what the two S's in front of my name mean, and in response…well…" Suddenly, the ground beneath Shadow's feet begins to shake and splinter while bits and pieces of earth and gravel spin wildly around him trapped in a cyclone of yellow energy revolving around Shadow. After a brief minute or so, the ground settles, and the wind dies down, but not before blowing back the hood on Shadow's cloak, revealing multiple locks of glowing, golden hair that manage to extend outward in multiple directions, yet still fall slightly backwards behind his head. Looking back over his shoulder, Shadow narrowed his single visible teal eye as a smirk; almost smug in nature crossed his face "…lets just say that it fits who I am rather well."
Facing forward once again, Shadow steps through the portal, and disappears in its swirling rings of dark energy before the vortex of power closes behind him, rotating like a top as it gets smaller, and smaller, until nothing is left to prove that it ever existed.