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Sangokuden Armored War Gods Saga: Age of the Armored War Gods

Co-Written By: Ten-Faced Paladin and Kamen Rider Chrome

Chapter 1: The Prophecy of the Four Sovereigns

The Age of the Armored War Gods. That was what the people called this time following the fall of the Imperial Government.

The story began when Kanu came across a strange young man who was about to be assaulted by bandits. As a woman who fought for the cause of justice, she immediately came to the man's defense. However, she and the bandits soon discovered that the man was no ordinary man. He was called Nagata Oda, the Messenger of Heaven, but many would soon come to know him as Armored War God Gaim.

After their meeting, Kanu and Nagata began traveling together. Chouhi joined them not long after and they soon met other warlords and warriors, even making friends with a few of them. Chou'un and Bacho also joined them for a time, but the latter had left for personal reasons while the former simply vanished in a fog. They then met Shokatsuryou Komei who joined them as a traveling companion.

It wasn't just warlords and warriors that Kanu, Nagata and their traveling companions met. They also met other Armored War Gods and each of them served under a different warlord. Baron served Sousou in Sou Gi, Zangetsu served Sonsaku in Son Go, Gridon and Kurokage served Totaku in To, and Knuckle served Ensho in Kei. There was one Armored War God unaffiliated to any of the factions. His name was Ryugen and he was married to Kochu Kansho, acting as a stepfather to Riri. Riri had been kidnapped and so they worked together to rescue her.

Bandits weren't the only threat, however. The RinJyuKen Akugata, an evil school of martial arts, had also started to spread despair, fear and suffering, all for the sake of power. The Armored War Gods stood against them and a war between the forces of good and evil began.

Their travels later brought them to Touka Village where they joined the Volunteer Army led by a man claiming to be Ryuubi Gentoku. They fought against the bandit menace and were celebrated as heroes. Though, it would seem that this imposter Ryuubi had his own plans. He had Nagata tied up and locked up in a basement and stole his SengokuDriver and Lockseeds for his own use. The fake Ryuubi then tried to deceive Kanu but she saw right through his lies and returned to Touka Village after hearing that it was attacked by bandits. Ryugen and Baron ended up joining in the defense of the village. Finally, the fake Ryuubi fled in shame and terror as he was discovered to be the man responsible for Riri's kidnapping and had not been seen since. It was also then that Nagata and Kanu confessed their feelings to each other and sealed the deal with a kiss.

Much later, the real Ryuubi Gentoku appeared. She claimed that the man who took her name had stolen her family heirloom, a sword which belonged to her ancestor. She had been searching for it and came to Touka Village since she heard a man with her name had been there. However, she was too late. Nevertheless, Nagata offered to aid her in locating her sword. Together with Kanu, Chou'un, Chouhi and Komei, the group set off to find Ryuubi's sword. After some adventures and misadventures, they finally found her sword. However, Ryuubi was forced to sacrifice it in order to save a village from bandits.

During Nagata's travels with Ryuubi and the others, he discovered the existence of the Genesis Riders. He learnt about them from a girl named Chinkyuu who witnessed the Genesis Riders destroy her village. She was the only survivor of that horrible night. Traumatized, she developed a phobia of Armored War Gods ever since. Chinkyuu was living in Totaku's castle together with Ryofu who acted much like a big sister to the orphan.

After returning to Touka Village, Nagata learnt of the rise of the Yellow Turban Rebellion. He was shocked to hear that the leaders were the Chou Sisters, a trio of idol singers. They were supported by the eighth Armored War God, Bravo of the Ultimate Fury. Nagata joined up with the army to stop the Yellow Turbans but he wasn't going to attack them as Sousou had planned. Instead, he wanted to end it without any bloodshed. Fortunately, Kada was there to reveal that everything was caused by the Crucial Keys to the Way of Peace, a dark magic book he had been searching for.

To defeat the Yellow Turbans and claim the book, Nagata and Mitsuki (Baron) fought against Bravo while a singing group made up of Kakuka, Chokun and Enjutsu was formed to battle against the Chou Sisters. In the end, it was Ryuubi's singing with the others that ended the Yellow Turban Rebellion. Unfortunately, Ukitsu (Duke) managed to escape with the book.

Not long after, Totaku was declared the new Empress of China. In honor of her, an Imperial Armored War God Tournament was held. The Armored War Gods all participated but it turned into a trap where the Genesis Riders sent them back to their homeworld. However, much to everyone's surprise, the Armored War Gods returned. The factions all joined up in an alliance to take down the RinJyuKen Akugata and the Genesis Riders.

However, things were not all well in the Imperial Capital. It would appear that misery was spreading and it was because the people were being overtaxed and if they couldn't pay they would be taken away to pay off their debts by working them off. Totaku was named the culprit for spreading such strife, but Nagata had his doubts. Meanwhile, Kada had come with General Kashin and revealed that she was under a curse that would turn her into a cat if she wasn't given an antidote in time. The Shoku Faction sent three teams to gather the three ingredients, encountering danger and meeting new friends along the way. It was also during this time that Nagata gained a new power: Jimber Grapefruit Arms.

Upon their return, Nagata and the group gave Kashin the antidote. Then, Ensho had summoned all the factions to form an Anti-Tyrant Alliance to take down Totaku. However, Nagata was named the Supreme Commander instead of her. Nagata led the Alliance to victory, taking over Shisui Pass and capturing Totaku's generals. However, the truth was that Totaku was being made the scapegoat. Nagata believed this and tried to convince everyone. It was Chinkyuu's tears that convinced them that Totaku was not the true enemy. The true enemy was Eunuch Chojo.

The war to defeat Chojo had been a bloody one with many casualties. Chojo had ordered the Imperial Capital and Palace to be torched before she fled, leaving everyone inside to die. Nagata had to hold a massive funeral before moving the Alliance towards Korou Fortress to stop Chojo for good.

Chojo had allied herself with the RinJyuKen Akugata and Genesis Riders. She had access to the Rinshi foot soldiers and Inves to fight for her. However, it still wasn't enough as the Armored War Gods and Anti-Tyrant Alliance took down her army. She was forced to use the Seal of Heaven to become a powerful, demonic version of herself. She believed herself to be unstoppable, but Gaim and Gridon proved her wrong. Both had gained incredible power. In Gridon's case, the Seal of Heaven had bestowed upon him the power to access Xuanwu Arms while Chosen had given Nagata the means to access Kachidoki Arms. Together, they defeated Chojo and the day was saved. However, even if they managed to defeat Chojo and rescue Totaku, Nagata didn't feel like celebrating until he was coaxed by Kanu.

And this was the story so far...

Nagata was in his office with Kanu. It wasn't strange to find them alone together like this, especially since the two of them were involved in a rather passionate make out session. It seemed like they couldn't get enough of each other. Both were wrapped in each other's embrace as their lips were locked passionately.

Both were inexperienced virgins at first, but overtime these sessions became more and more frequent. Sex was less frequent, though, since they didn't get many chances but when they did it was always pleasurable and satisfying.

And sometimes, sex always followed after a hot make out session like the one they were having right now.

Kanu and Nagata broke their kiss and she moaned as she felt her lord's lips on her neck, "Na...Nagata-sama...ooh..." Nagata loved that sound she made when he kissed her neck. "You...you should really get back to work...Ah..." She let out a gasp, her face flushed.

"Don't wanna," he whined. He was on break anyway and wanted to spend at least half an hour with his girlfriend. He still had trouble believing that the beautiful Kanu Unchou was his lover. It was like a dream come true for an otaku like him.

Kanu needed to show discipline, but how could she when Nagata made her heart pound and knees tremble in ecstasy? He touched her in ways nobody else had and made her feel things that she had never felt before. She was truly in love with this Armored War God who returned her feelings and felt bliss whenever she's with him.

A knock at the door suddenly caused them to break apart. They readjusted their clothes and Nagata answered, "Who is it?"

"It's me," Komei answered. "May I come in, Nagata-sama?"

"Oh, sure," Nagata allowed.

"I should go," said Kanu, her face still flushed. She may need to soak in a cold bath to calm down. "I will see you later, Nagata-sama."

"Yeah," he answered as he watched Kanu open the door, letting herself out before Komei let herself in. Sometimes when Kanu left the room, Nagata's eyes traveled down to her rear. Hey, she had a sexy ass. Why couldn't he look? "OK, Shuri. What did you want to see me about?"

Komei held up her journal and answered, "I wanted to ask you about your new Lockseed." Komei was always so inquisitive about the nature of the Armored War Gods and their artifacts. Because of all the excitement, she hadn't had the chance to record any information of Nagata's newest Lockseed, the Kachidoki Lockseed. She had seen it in action, but she needed to know more about it. She had to.

"Oh, right," Nagata answered as he took out the Kachidoki Lockseed and handed it to Komei. Sitting down, he told Komei how he had acquired it from Chosen. Komei didn't interrupt as she recorded his story in her notebook.

"And it was once a normal orange?" Komei questioned as she examined the Kachidoki Lockseed. She compared it with his Orange Lockseed. While the regular Lockseeds had silver and black casings with the image of the fruit they represented on the front, the Kachidoki Lockseed was completely orange and made out of an unknown material. Also, it was box-like compared to the round Lockseeds. It still had the hexagonal shape in the back which allowed it to fit into the SengokuDriver's Drive Bay slot.

"I know it sounds crazy, but he did it right before my eyes," he confirmed. Chosen had changed it into a metallic orange, but it was Nagata's resolve which had completed its transformation into the Kachidoki Lockseed.

"I am not doubting you, Nagata-sama. I'm just wondering about how a man like him was able to do it. He also created the Ultra Orange Lockseed for you," she answered.

"Yeah, he did," recalled Nagata as he took out his Ultra Lockseed. It still hadn't worked since the last time he used it. It was probably because it could only be used when facing gigantic adversaries to even the playing field.

Who was Chosen really and how could he do the things he did?

"Well, from what we were able to see, your Kachidoki Arms transformation is far superior than any Arms you've accessed before," said Komei. "Though, I lack information to properly measure how much stronger it is compared to your other forms."

"Don't worry about it, Shuri. Just be glad we now have this power to help us," he told her.

"Ah, you're right. Still, it's amazing how strong you've become and you're becoming much stronger, Nagata-sama," Komei told him. She wasn't wrong. Jimber Grapefruit Arms and Kachidoki Arms had made Nagata into quite the formidable warrior on the battlefield. Both gave him quite a significant boost in power. She was glad such power was in his hands instead of the hands of a tyrant who would take advantage of such power to fulfil their greedy desires.

"Yeah, but I wonder why Chosen decided to give me this kind of power," he confessed. Chosen hadn't given a clear reason.

Komei knew Nagata hadn't had an easy time after the Siege of Korou Fortress. He had to send messages to the families of the soldiers who had enlisted, the soldiers who had died. They deserved to know that their men had given their lives in the name of something they believed in. It still hurt but he wanted to give the families a form of closure. He wouldn't be surprised if he received angry responses for letting the brave soldiers die. They were, after all, under his command. They were his responsibility and he was supposed to make sure they made it out alive.

He was emotionally burdened by guilt. However, he needed to be strong for everyone's sake. That didn't mean it was going to be easy but he had long since grown up and realized this wasn't some sort of game or a dream come true. Being a Kamen Rider was both a blessing and a curse, but he was willing to carry on the title, even if it meant sacrificing his own happiness. At least he wasn't alone and he hadn't lost anyone truly close to him.

While it was true that he couldn't save everyone, that didn't mean he couldn't save anyone. He would just keep trying. It may be a path full of trials and tribulations meant to test his spirit, but he would not falter. He was going to push on and continue to fight, even to the bitter end.

He looked at the Kachidoki Lockseed and quoted again, "Never give up, keep moving forward and you will triumph in the end." It was his own personal mantra which he had come up with for himself. He came up with it when watching Kamen Rider. Even they had faced failure but they still got back up to fight the good fight. There was no reason to look back but the lessons of the past could still be used to pave the way for the future. "Come on, Shuri. It's time."

"Alright, so, thank you all for coming. Especially you, Sei. We know how you love to wander about," Nagata started, noting that Chou'un was present for the meeting and not off gallivanting as Kachou Kamen.

Ichiro and the Nanban Barbarians had all returned to the Nanban territory after the Siege of Korou Fortress. The Nanban Barbarians were now allies of Shoku and they promised that they would come to visit again. Although the reason for their alliance was a little...odd. The Nanban Barbarians mentioned before they left that they wanted to see the oppai again. Nagata shook his head when he heard that. He wondered why those girls were so obsessed with big breasts.

Kashin had also left with Kada to parts unknown. With the surviving members of the Imperial Government being Chojo's supporters, they marked Kashin for death to prevent her from taking power from them. What their future plans were was anyone's guess. Though, Nagata had a feeling that he would see them again someday.

"Well, you did say it was urgent, Nagata-sama," smiled Chou'un saucily. Kanu and Ryuubi grimaced a bit. Chou'un was so obviously trying to seduce Nagata. She had even stolen a kiss from him after his return from his homeworld. Nagata cleared his throat awkwardly.

"Anyway...I'd like to welcome some new members to our round table," Nagata continued, referring to the To Faction which had been absorbed into their faction. There was Ryofu, Chinkyuu, Kaku, Hideyoshi, Kenshin, Kayu and the former empress Totaku. Everyone applauded to welcome their new members.

"May I ask you something?" Kaku asked. "Why are we holding a meeting like this?" Normally, they would be in court and there would be a throne for the leader while the officers had their own seats. However, they were seated at a round table instead.

"It's an old myth from where we come from. A king and his knights all sat around at a round table where they were equal," Hideyoshi explained.

"But if one of them was a king, how could they be equal?" Kaku responded.

"It's to feel equal. Everyone was on the same level," Hideyoshi clarified. "The round table was a place where everyone could discuss current issues and not be judged as they were equal."

"I still don't get it."

"Well, you'll learn to understand it," nodded Nagata. "So, anyway, let's get down to business."

"I got a question," started Kenshin. "Why are Ei and Yue-sama dressed as maids?" Both Totaku and Kaku were dressed in frilly maid uniforms. While it looked off on Kaku because of how cute and frilly it was, it looked pretty good on Totaku who already had a cute and moe charm.

"We were getting to that."

"Is it because you have a fetish for loli maids?" Hideyoshi accused, causing Nagata to blush and deny.

"What!? No!" Nagata protested. "And I said we were getting to that!"

"I wanted to," Totaku confessed. "Since Gaim-sama has generously taken me in, I wanted to repay him for his generosity. So, I wish to serve him."

"But Yue-hime, you're royalty," Hideyoshi argued.

"I no longer wish to be royalty," she told him. "Please, Hideyoshi-kun, I want to do this." She looked at him imploringly and Hideyoshi blushed while trying not to look. She was just so adorable, and dressed in a frilly maid outfit just enhanced that fact. Her adorableness just made him completely speechless.

"Dude, you're whipped," remarked Kenshin. "So, Ei, what about you?"

"I simply cannot allow Yue to serve this man alone," Kaku defended, glaring at Nagata.

"Wait, what's that supposed to mean?" Nagata asked, cocking an eyebrow.

"You surround yourself with beautiful officers all the time," Kaku pointed out. "A man like you cannot possibly resist the temptation. If I left you alone with Yue, you will sink your claws into her." He might be an Armored War God, but he was still a man. Nagata blushed at the accusation. It was like she was comparing him to Sousou.

"Indeed, Ei-san," Iori agreed. "Nagata is trying to build himself a harem of the most beautiful and strongest female warriors."

"Iori, you're not helping," Nagata growled as Iori chuckled.

"You better be careful, Ei," warned Kenshin. "He might try to get you alone and force you to serve him in bed." Kaku blushed at the implication and put her arms around her body as if to shield herself from Nagata's perverted stare.

"OK, people, can we please focus and get back to business?" Nagata ordered/begged, almost losing patience.

"Indeed, and Nagata-sama is not like that at all," Kanu defended.

"Yes, he needs no other women as he has me and Aisha," Ryuubi added.

"Wait, you're with both of them?" Kenshin asked, looking at Nagata accusingly.

Nagata palmed his face. This wasn't going anywhere. "...How about we calm down over some tea?" he suggested.

"I will get it," offered Totaku.

"Wait, Yue!" Kaku went after Totaku to help.

"And now you have her serving tea," Hideyoshi gritted. "What's next? You'll have Yue-hime scrub your back in the bath?"

Kayu leaned in to whisper to Kochu. "I never thought your meetings were this entertaining."

"It does get lively," agreed Kochu as Nagata began banging his head on top of the table.

Ryofu silently sat and observed the meeting with Sekito in her lap. She smiled. It really was lively here in Gaim's court.

Totaku and Kaku returned with the tea a little bit later...

"Now that we've gotten that out of our system..." Nagata grumbled before speaking in a normal tone, "Let's continue with the meeting. So, any new business?"

"Ensho-dono has sent a letter of grievance regarding the time we had the Nanban Barbarians stay in her castle," Komei spoke.

"You know she had it coming, right?" Nagata questioned rhetorically.

"I don't understand, Nagata-sama," replied Komei.

"Remember when we went to get Touka's sword from her? She could've told us that she didn't have it and spare us any embarrassment with her contests. We were just a source of entertainment to amuse her. Instead of getting mad, I decided to get even," Nagata told her.

Before leaving for Rakuyo, the Nanban Barbarians were left in Ensho's castle and made a mess of it. All of her curtains had been scratched up, her pillows shredded with the feathers scattered everywhere, and most of the food taken by the voracious little girls. When the En Faction had returned to see the mess, Ensho's scream could be heard all over the city.

"That was fun," Nagata grinned.

"Nagata-sama, you can be truly vindictive," smiled Chou'un approvingly. "I like it."

"Never thought you could hold a grudge, though," added Bacho.

"Everyone has a dark side. I can hold grudges and pay people back in the most humiliating way possible," Nagata replied. "However, perhaps those little girls went too far. We'll send Ensho a gift basket as a peace offering."

"I will make the arrangements," Komei volunteered. That might be considered rubbing salt in the wound, but Nagata felt it would be funny.

"Now, on to serious matters. I think it's time we talked about what happened to Chojo," Nagata continued.

"The Seal of Heaven corrupted her," Hideyoshi answered. "We all saw it happen."

"Yes, but you have been quite vague about what the Seal of Heaven is exactly," Iori pointed out.

"You know the Mandate of Heaven, right? It's a concept adopted by the society that the emperor is chosen and blessed by Heaven. The Seal of Heaven is like the physical embodiment of that concept," Hideyoshi informed them.

"That still doesn't explain what happened with you and Chojo," spoke Kochu.

"Actually, I might have an answer," Komei spoke up as she unrolled the Celestial Chronicles.

"What's that?" Kenshin asked.

"My teacher gave it to me. It's a prophecy called the Celestial Chronicles that was written by a prophet who foretold the coming of the Warriors of Heaven," Komei told them.

"Warriors of Heaven? You mean us?" questioned Nagata and she nodded.

"When I first heard of the Armored War Gods, I thought it sounded familiar," Komei answered. "I wasn't entirely sure before but after all that has happened, I can safely say part of the prophecy has been fulfilled."

"You mean the part about what happened to Hideyoshi?" Kenshin asked.

"According to the Celestial Chronicles, the souls of the Four Sovereigns will be entrusted to the Warriors of Heaven," said Komei. "'When the black turtle arises, the sea will shudder and tremble with its tremors'," Komei recited a line.

"That sounds like what happened to Hideyoshi," Kayu remarked.

"And so the first of the Sovereigns has awakened," Komei nodded.

"Wow, that's cool," Kenshin said as he grinned proudly at his buddy.

"But who could be the other three?" asked Gien.

"The prophecy does mention three others," Komei informed them. "The azure dragon that will call forth storms, the vermilion phoenix that is radiant as the sun, and the white tiger whose roar will make the earth quake."

"Blue, red, and white," Iori listed. "Doesn't that sound like Nagata, Baron and Zangetsu?" All eyes were now aimed at Nagata who blinked.

"You think I'm one of the four warriors destined to inherit the powers of a Sovereign?" questioned Nagata.

"You are the Blue King of Shoku, Nagata-sama" Batai pointed out.

"We can't say that color is a factor," Nagata argued. "I mean, even if Hideyoshi inherited the power of the Black Turtle, his suit is not black."

"Nagata-sama is right. We can't assume that color has anything to do with who will be chosen," Komei agreed.

"Wanna bet?" Batai challenged.

"Actually, there might be some truth to that, even if it's coincidental," Hideyoshi spoke up. "I did become Kurokage-Shin before the Seal of Heaven chose me."

"Still, I think that Nagata-sama would be worthy to inherit the power of one of the Sovereigns," spoke Ryuubi honestly.

"It'll be really cool! I bet Nagata-niichan will be the dragon!" Chouhi piped up.

"Well, we don't know that for sure since the Seal of Heaven has flown to god knows where," Hideyoshi reminded. The Seal of Heaven had vanished after giving Hideyoshi the Xuanwu Lockseed. Nobody even knew where to start looking for it.

"But we will still need to look for it," stated Kochu. "An artifact with such power would obviously be something the RinJyuKen Akugata and the Armored War Devils would seek out."

"And anyone who claims it can declare themselves emperor," Komei warned.

"That is true indeed," Kanu agreed. "We need to find it to make sure it doesn't fall into the wrong hands."

Unbeknownst to them, the other factions were thinking the same thing.

In Son Go, Masataka and Sonsaku stood in front of a portrait which hung on the wall. It was a portrait of the previous Queen of Go, the Tiger of Koto, Sonken Bundai.

"This is a portrait of my mother," Sonsaku informed Masataka.

"She was truly beautiful," he admitted. It was sad that he never got the chance to meet the woman in person. She had died from the wounds she had taken in battle during one of her campaigns but managed to convey her wishes to her eldest daughter while on her deathbed.

"Yes, she was. The most beautiful and powerful woman throughout the land. Before this province was named Go, it was named Koto and she was the Tiger of Koto. I may follow in her footsteps but I am only known as the 'Little Conqueror'.

"I think you're doing well. Look at all you've accomplished," he told her.

"But I never accomplished anything alone. I had the support of my court and you, Masataka-kun," she told him.

"A leader is only as strong as the support he or she has gathered," he told her. "If you weren't such a great ruler, you wouldn't have such loyal subjects. Gaining our loyalty is an accomplishment itself. You managed to gain mine and I have sworn my loyalty to you and your family, Sheren-sama," he reminded.

"Thank you, Masataka-kun," Sonsaku smiled. She then asked, "Tell me, have you ever heard of the Celestial Chronicles?"

"What is that?"

"A prophecy that Shuyu told me about. One of the prophecies is about the Armored War Gods, or so we believe. It mentions that four of the Heavenly Warriors will inherit the Souls of the Sovereigns. Perhaps you are one of them," she explained.

"How can you be sure, Sheren-sama?" he asked.

"Call it a hunch," Sonsaku smiled. "You know, if you believe my mother would be proud of me, I can assume your own parents would be proud of you as well." At the mention of his parents, Masataka frowned. "Masataka-kun?"

"My parents abandoned me, Sheren-sama," Masataka confessed. Sonsaku's eyes widened. This was news to her. In fact, she couldn't recall any time that Masataka ever mentioned his parents. Not even once. "When I was younger, they left me and my little brother with our grandfather and never came back." There was a sound of bitterness in his voice.

"I'm sorry," she apologized. "I didn't mean to open old wounds."

Masataka told her, "It's alright, Sheren-sama. You didn't know and I've had years to get over it."

"You know, you should change how you address me," she advised him.

"What do you mean?" he asked, confused.

"You'll be marrying my little sister soon so start calling me 'Onee-sama'," she grinned and he blushed.

"I am merely your sister's betrothed, Sheren-sama. I wouldn't want to be rude by claiming you as my eldest sister..." he started to argue, lamely.

"Oh, but you're practically family. Shaoren simply adores you and looks up to you as a big brother. Renfa also loves you dearly. It's merely a formality but I already see you as the little brother I never had."

"I am honored, Sheren-sama," Masataka replied.

"Mou, you know you can start calling me 'Sheren-neesama'," she teased and Masataka blushed.

Masataka recomposed himself and asked, "Regarding the Seal of Heaven, don't you think it's time we went to look for it?"

"I have sent scouts to gather any information of its whereabouts. Once we learn where it is, we can start our search for it," Sonsaku told him.

"I just hope it doesn't fall into the wrong hands by then," Masataka replied, concerned since the Seal of Heaven was an artifact of great power. Power was tempting and power could corrupt. It would definitely change things depending on who claimed it.

"I'm concerned if it fell into the hands of one of our allies," she remarked.

"Our allies?" Masataka asked.

"I don't need to worry about Shoku. Gaim-dono has made his intentions clear. He's a peacemaker and does not seek power for the sake of it. It's the likes of Ensho and Sousou which I am concerned about. Such power, if it fell into their hands, would be dreadful," she spoke.

Masataka couldn't deny that fact. Sousou had her ambition and Ensho was...well...she was Ensho. If she got too much power and let it go to her head, then the damage would be devastating.

"Then we just have to find it first," stated Masataka and Sonsaku smiled at that.

"Good, everyone's here. Let us begin the meeting," declared Sousou. Gathered in the war council chamber in Sou Gi's castle were the officers of Sousou's army. There were the strategists (Juniku, Kakuka and Teiiku), the generals (Kakoton, Kakoen and Chouryou), the lieutenants (Gakushin, Riten and Ukin), and finally the Armored War Gods (Bravo/Marcus and Baron/Mitsuki). Guarding the doors were Kyocho and Ten'i.

"Over a week ago, our Alliance was able to defeat the mastermind behind the tyranny which we all believed was perpetrated by Totaku, the Eunuch Chojo," started Juniku.

"May she burn in Hell," muttered Mitsuki under his breath.

"However, as a result, a power vacuum has been left as the Imperial Capital has been left in ruin and there is no one to take the throne," continued Juniku. "In addition, the Seal of Heaven is currently lost."

Teiiku continued, "The Seal of Heaven is said to grant the one who holds it absolute power and is the Mandate of Heaven in physical form. The one who holds it will become the new ruler of China."

"However, it seems the Seal of Heaven isn't exactly a divine artifact as we were led to believe," finished Kakuka.

"After what happened, of course it isn't," Mitsuki confirmed. "That Chojo bitch turned into a raging she-demon when she used its power."

"Indeed. To turn someone into a creature like that, it goes against the concept of a Seal of Heaven, doesn't it?" Kakoen questioned.

"However, let us not forget that the Seal of Heaven was able to give Gridon the power to utterly destroy Chojo," Marcus reminded.

"It can only mean that Gridon was deemed worthy by the Seal of Heaven somehow," Kakoton suggested.

"There is more," said Juniku. "I've been studying the Celestial Chronicles and I came across a very interesting prophecy."

Juniku recited the prophecy:

"In times of chaos, turmoil and strife, the souls of the Four Sovereigns will be inherited by the Heaven's Chosen Warriors.

"When the azure dragon awakens, its roar will reach to the Heavens to bring forth a storm.

"When the white tiger roars, the earth will shake as its power is felt by all.

"When the vermilion phoenix soars, the light from its flaming body will be as radiant as the sun.

"When the black turtle arises, the sea will shudder and tremble with its tremors."

"Heaven's Chosen Warriors must refer to the Armored War Gods," concluded Gakushin.

"Indeed," Sousou agreed. "And does anyone remember what form Gridon took to destroy Chojo?"

"It was a turtle!" answered Kakoton.

"One of the four Sovereigns. That means Gridon has inherited the Soul of the Black Turtle."

"Then that means three others will inherit the souls of the White Tiger, the Vermilion Phoenix and the Azure Dragon," Kakoen added.

"Sadly, only the Seal of Heaven can reveal the identities of the warriors who will inherit the Souls of the Sovereigns," said Teiiku sadly.

"I can name one person who could be another candidate: Gaim," Mitsuki spoke up. Everyone knew what Mitsuki was referring to. Gridon wasn't the only Armored War God who had gained incredible power that night. Gaim had also unveiled a new power which everyone heard was called Kachidoki Arms.

"What do you know of this new power of his, Mitsuki?" Sousou asked.

"Not much. Up until now I thought it was just a rumor. All we heard was stories," answered Mitsuki.

"But it isn't a rumor anymore, Baron-sama. We all saw him use it," Riten said.

"Yes, and the power he displayed is definitely something to watch out for. However, why do you think Gaim will inherit one of the Souls of the Sovereigns?" Sousou asked.

"Because of his compassion. It might be his weakness but it is also his greatest source of strength. If anything, he could be worthy to wield the power of the Sovereigns," Mitsuki replied.

"He may not be the only one, though. The prophecy mentions four Chosen Warriors of Heaven. Gridon is confirmed and Gaim is a possibility. That means two more Armored War Gods could receive the Souls of the Sovereigns as well," stated Kakuka.

"But how will we know who will be chosen next?" Ukin asked.

"The answer is simple. We claim the Seal of Heaven and it will reveal to us if our own Armored War Gods are worthy to inherit the Souls of the Sovereigns," Sousou answered.

"You mean me?" Mitsuki asked.

"Moi?" added Marcus.

"You are still possible candidates as you are both Armored War Gods. Let the Seal of Heaven decide if either of you are worthy of more power," decided Sousou.

"Sounds fun," smirked Mitsuki.

"But where will we start looking, Sousou-sama?" Gakushin asked. "And shouldn't we inform our allies about this?"

"Our alliance only concerns the RinJyuKen. They don't need to know about our search for the Seal of Heaven," spoke Sousou. "After all, Sonsaku didn't even inform us that she had two new Armored War Gods added to her army."

"A golden knight and a silver shaman," Marcus recalled. "I have never seen or heard of them before."

"And now the Son Clan has three Armored War Gods in their service," frowned Mitsuki. "How troublesome."

"Let's not forget about Armored War God Chulainn who serves the Nanban Barbarians," Juniku reminded. "Honestly, your kind keeps popping up all over the place like weeds."

"Funny you should mention him. When we first met him, he wasn't even an Armored War God," stated Mitsuki.

"And he's also the elder brother of Ryugen, which means he is automatically an ally of Shoku," frowned Juniku.

"I have a feeling that our allies may seek out the Seal of Heaven as well," added Sousou.

"Not only our allies, but our enemies as well," stated Juniku, believing there was a strong possibility that the RinJyuKen Akugata and the Armored War Devils would seek out the Seal of Heaven too. That kind of power was rather tempting and in the wrong hands, as demonstrated by Chojo, could spell doom for them all.

"Then this is my command! As we fight to stop the RinJyuKen, we will seek out the Seal of Heaven and claim its power! Then, we will unite the land without protest as the Heavens have truly deemed us worthy!" Sousou declared.

'Karin, I swear that your ambition will be realized,' promised Mitsuki mentally. Nothing at all would stop him from helping Sousou in completing her ambition. Her goal was to unite China and if it meant peace through force, so be it. Only the truly strong could rule this land and Sousou was the kind of ruler this land needed. She would not abuse her power and she would not be manipulated by manipulative bastards who would try to control her like a puppet on strings.

Meanwhile, in an undisclosed location, a meeting of the RinJyuKen Akugata had just concluded. Shirokumahime was returning to the chamber that was occupied by her sisters.

Shachihime spoke to Shirokumahime, "How was the meeting, Shirokumahime?"

"It was satisfactory at least," replied Shirokumahime. She had been in conference with the Armored War Devils and reviewing recent events with them.

Hebihime couldn't take it anymore and got out of her chair to rant, "Why must we continued to work with them!? They obviously have their own agenda and cannot be trusted!"

Takahime scolded Hebihime, "Hebihime, mind your tone."

Shirokumahime interrupted. "It's alright, Takahime. Hebihime is correct. The Armored War Devils cannot be trusted. I am well aware of how their plans deviate from ours. However, we mustn't let them cause us to stray from our goal. Remember, our goal is to revive our master." At the mention of their master, the rest of the Fatales calmed down. "For the sake of his revival, we must continue to cooperate with our allies, regardless of how we feel."

Shirokumahime noted Hebihime's expression. The Snake-Fist Mistress was reluctant to agree and this upset her. Gently, Shirokumahime told her, "Do not worry, Hebihime. Once our master has been revived, we shall terminate our alliance."

"Alright," Hebihime nodded.

"Now, there is something else we must discuss," Shirokumahime instructed. Several screens were on display in the Femme Fatales' throne room. Each screen showed what had taken place at the Korou Fortress. The Femme Fatales were focused on the screens. Takahime scowled at the sight of Baron who wore the Lemon Energy Arms armor. She had not forgotten the humiliation he had caused her. Though, that wasn't what got their attention.

"KACHIDOKI ARMS! IZA SHUTSUJIN! EI, EI, OH!"

They witnessed Gaim's transformation and how easily he withstood Chojo's attacks.

"Our enemies are getting stronger. Gaim has awakened a new power, one which we have never seen before," Shirokumahime described as Gaim was curb-stomping Chojo with his Kachidoki Bata.

"So what are we going to do about it?" Shachihime asked.

"Let's go and destroy them now!" urged Takahime.

"That would be foolhardy," objected Shirokumahime, earning Takahime's glare. "Remember, they easily slaughtered the Rinshi we had lent to Chojo. They even destroyed those two Rinkihei we had sent to Shisui Pass."

"Bah, of course! They were just mindless dolls! Of course they would be defeated! If I was there, I would've wiped them all out!" Takahime boasted.

Shachihime remarked, "You just want another shot at Baron."

"Wouldn't you? He humiliated me!" snapped Takahime.

"What we need is a plan," Hebihime suggested.

"The Seal of Heaven," said Hyohime. At the mention of the Seal of Heaven, Gridon's image was shown on the screens.

"XUANWU ARMS! KURO NO TATE, GO ON!"

"Yes, the Seal of Heaven," nodded Shirokumahime. "Already it has awakened the power of the Sovereigns in one of the Armored War Gods. Before it can awaken another one of the Sovereigns, we must claim it as our own!"

"Well, that went well," Diaochan sarcastically commented. It was after Shirokumahime had left to rejoin her sisters.

Shishi got up, grabbed a chair and smashed it against the table. "I've had it! These bitches are just toying with us!"

"I have to agree with Shishi on this one. Sooner or later, they will betray us," Saji complied.

"Hey, Ukitsu! You agree that we can't trust those freaks, right?" Shishi asked.

Ukitsu agreed, "Indeed, but to accomplish our goal we still need them. Do not fret, I have begun preparing contingencies should things go awry."

"I sure hope you're right Ukitsu," Saji replied.

"Do you have doubts, Saji?" Ukitsu asked.

"Considering recent developments, like Gaim's new armor and Gridon gaining the power of one of the Sovereigns, I have a right to be wary," Saji responded.

"Just be patient, my young friend. All is going according to plan," Ukitsu smirked as he adjusted his glasses. He glanced over at Nise who was silent the whole time. He knew the reason why. Gaim's growth in power truly bothered the former con man as he couldn't stand the idea of his rival becoming stronger. To him, it was the greatest injustice.

"Gaim..." Nise whispered under his breath with immense hatred.

Long ago, the Four Sovereigns descended from the Heavens upon the land. According to legend, the Four Sovereigns used their powers to bring order to the land. One became the sun and bathed the world with its light. One became the moon and healed the world with its radiance. One became the sea and nurtured its world with its water. Finally, one became the forests which brought life to the land.

It is said that in times of chaos and strife, when the land would be shrouded in darkness, the souls of the Four Sovereigns would be inherited by the Heaven's Chosen Warriors. Only with guidance from the Messenger of Heaven would they exorcise the land from darkness.

This was the prophecy written in the Celestial Chronicles.

The time foretold within the Celestial Chronicles has come upon us.

KRC: And so begins the Age of the Armored War Gods, the fifth installment of the Armored War Gods Saga. I really, really didn't think this would get so popular. Now, I have received some comments regarding the whole displaced characters with toys becoming real, but if you look at it in another way, it's basically our childhood wish to become heroes like the ones we idolize. Anyway, I'm just glad to finally have this published. Hopefully, you all will enjoy reading this as much as I did writing it. Also, the title means that the Sovereigns will soon awaken their heirs and a few of you should have an idea of who they might be.

TFP: The next instalment of the AWG Saga has begun. The factions have begun regrouping after the end of the rebellion and the title for Emperor is up in the air. All will be trying to claim it and in the meantime, the remaining three Sovereigns are yet to descend. The story is just the beginning and the biggest confrontations are still yet to come!

BL92: The fifth season of the AWG Saga is about to begin. So hang on to your seats because this AWG story will satisfy your thirst for excitement and it will blow your heads sky high to the MOON!

Oh and a special treat for all you readers out there with some special news! The HOAWG movie will soon begin right after the next chapter of Season 5 and GKoh had created the final trailer of the first ever AWG movie to give you the BOOST so that you will be pumped up with anticipation. So check out the new trailer down below and you will be amazed by the action and bodacity of this movie trailer that will make you go blind from overexposure to pure AWESOMENESS!

FINAL TRAILER RIDE! SAN-SAN-SAN-SANJOU!

For so long, Vale was a sanctuary for man. However, the kingdom that once had the image of life and hope was now replaced with the image of death and despair.

At the heart of the city, Vale's citizens, humans and Faunus fled in terror as the city was slowly being overrun by the creatures of darkness, the Grimm and the practitioners of the dark arts, the Rinrinshi. However, something was different about these Rinrinshi. While they were still the undead made from human corpses, their appearance resembled more like their Grimm allies.

Multiple Beowolf Rinrinshi joined the Beowolf packs on the hunt for blood, Nevermore Rinrinshi unleashed massacre alongside their titanic counterparts and groups of Ursa Rinrinshi and Ursai tore through what remained of Vale's defenders.

As the chaos continued, a Beowolf smelled something and finally found it. Not far, it saw a Faunus child trying to pull out his human friend from the rubble he was trapped under. While admirable but their fear and desperation were drawing in the beast along with the rest of its companions.

The Faunus boy noticed them leading him to try harder to get his friend out but it was futile. It seemed the end was near for these two boys until the Grimm halted on their advancing. They sensed something. They tried searching but nothing in sight until they turned their heads up and found it.

Up at the sky, multiple balls of light started to appear. Then these lights headed straight to the earth shouting…

[SOIYA!]

[COME ON!]

[HAI~!]

(Music: Break the Shell)

BOOM!

A huge explosion occurred that blew away the Beowolves. The smoke began to clear up revealing the Armored War Gods who defended the two boys from harm.

While Kurokage and Gridon helped the two boys, the others took on the monsters. Baron had just impaled a Beowolf Rinrinshi to the ground while Bravo shredded two Creeps to pieces.

Knuckle delivered an uppercut right at an Ursa's chin. A Nevermore Rinrinshi tried to make a dive at him only to receive an arrow to the face by Zangetsu-Shin who rode his motorbike.

With one huge heave, Kurokage and Gridon pushed the rubble away. With that, the two boys escaped allowing Kurokage and Gridon to join their comrades in battle.

Kamuro transformed himself into his ball form and started plowing through the monsters. Mars blocked an attack from a Death Stalker's sting with his shield before he retaliated with a swing of his sword that sliced off the insect's arm.

Chulainn ran over a few Rinrinshi with his motorbike while Ryugen on his own bike shot down several flying Rinrinshi.

Gaim was confronted by several Beowolves and Creeps who tried to pounce at him but the armored rider was ready. Initiating his finisher, Gaim swung his Daidaimaru and unleashed an energy slash attack that consumed the Grimm.

In a closed room, I keep dreaming, my eyes are closed as if to never see the morning sun.

Meanwhile at another section of the city, another battle was taking place. Team RWBY, a group composed of four young women were now being surrounded by hordes of Grimm and Rinrinshi lead by two Rinrinshi who resembled a big, brutish mammal and a ghastly amphibian.

So kind, too dear, eventually you can't let go.

Despite they were facing overwhelming odds, Team RWBY showed no fear, their confidence not dissolved. Weiss was the first to start by stabbing her sword into the ground. What happened next were massive crystals that protruded from the ground and enveloped Team RWBY until it formed a giant ice dome.

Replay your memory like an old movie

Inside, Yang whose eyes turned pure red thrusted her fiery fists at the dome which exploded soon after. A thick mist spread across the area which blinded the monsters.

Go back in time (Time never stops), gazing at your memories.

With the Grimm and Rinrinshi unable to see, Ruby and Blake made their move. They rushed in like an invisible blur, slicing down the enemies that were in their sights. Soon, the monsters' numbers dwindled until there was none left.

By the time you realize it, it's too late (Remain alone), you're all alone.

The mist began to disperse. Team RWBY readied themselves in case more enemies came but it didn't happen because when the mist was finally no more, in front of the girls were the Armored War Gods, Team JNPR, Sun and Penny much to their great relief.

However, it was only for a brief while as a large shadow appeared and loomed over the group. They turned to the source and saw it belonged to a massive fortress that flew above them.

If you're going to live in the now (Living today), then you can't just protect (Don't be afraid).

The fortress revealed a sinister aura which then formed into a face resembling a demonic stag. The fortress unleashed a powerful crimson energy wave that hit the heroes along with the city that was torn even further.

Don't be afraid of getting hurt in the future, (Plunge in right now! Go right now!).

An intense attack it was but Ruby and Gaim remained defiant and held their ground. Soon, their defiance was rewarded as their bodies glow with light of hope. The lights grew brighter and send out a force that shattered the crimson energy wave.

Only those who fight can make it to the future.

With that, Gaim and Ruby transformed. Gaim donned a shining silver, regal armor while Ruby wore an armor that has the colors of red, white, black and yellow.

As they stared fearlessly at the fortress, the other Riders, Huntsmen and Huntresses recovered and they leapt towards the giant fortress with Ruby and Gaim being the lasts.

BREAK THE SHELL!

The order was Sun, Chulainn, Penny, Kamuro, Mars, Ren, Kurokage, Nora, Gridon, Pyrrha, Bravo, Jaune, Zangetsu, Yang, Ryugen, Blake, Knuckle, Weiss, Baron and finally, Ruby and Gaim. Thus, the final battle began.

Sangokuden x RWBY: HUNT OF THE ARMORED WAR GODS

COMING SOON