New Guardian Wanted

Chapter 3: The Baka…..Has Returned

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Author's Notes:

Alright now don't shoot me down in flames ok?

Recently I've been getting a lot of reviews, each one reminding me continuously how skilled a fighter Ranma is in comparison to the Z warriors and that all he lacks is the strength, speed and energy, how I should give him some kind of power up, how he has to be the equal of some particular character etc…. Thanks but believe me I gotta a few ideas.

Here is my theory. Should you watch the humans in Dragonball Z fight, you will probably notice that they invariably have a more excessive, acrobatic style than say Picollo or Goku. Since they can't achieve the same level of power they concentrate more on skill. In contrast I also believe that the non-human, ultra powerful Z warriors aren't unskilled but instead brutally efficient, not flaunting their style but simply making every move count (see the Mister Popo/Goku meeting).

People have consistently told me how Ranma should not have lost so easily to Tenshinhan but I disagree. Ranma may be good but Ten is far better, definitely the most skilled fighter in Dragonball Z. If you remember in Dragonball, he replicated the KameHameHa after only seeing it once and he has a huge repertoire of cool techniques. Who better to be Ranma's master?

Here is my final announcement so don't cry. I need to get something off my chest. I must now officially announce that this story will be forming a crossover with Sailor-Moon. I know, I know it may be a little cliché but I want to make my mark as one of the few who believe that the Senshi wouldn't stand a chance against a member of the Z caste. I can also promise you I have a good reason for doing so. One that will make this story truly unique

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

(Now on with the show)

(Daval18 eats dirt as he is hit over the head with large key staff)

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(NERIMA)

Happosai lay upon the rooftop of the Tendo dojo, gazing up at the stars in the same way a young pigtailed martial artist had done not so very long ago. He had much changed since the disappearance of Ranma Saotome, he would be the first to admit it.

Where once had been a cackling old pervert (a 300 year old Goat with enough energy to make even the Amazon Matriarchs hang their heads in shame), now all that remained was a broken old man.

The Nerima Wrecking Crew couldn't possibly imagine the extent of his anguish. They seemed to believe that with Ranma out of the way, Happosai would waste no time in terrorizing the female population of the ward by sallying forth ever more often on his perverted missions of liberation. The Grandmaster had even heard the other members of the household snickering to themselves, commenting on how he was pining for his beautiful Ranma-Chan's soft bosom. In his new state his worthless pupils in the Art had lost their awe of him and reveling in their new found freedom Happosai had become the target of many an unkind word as of late.

They didn't understand!

Happosai had not lost his zest for life because of some stupid perverse longing. His anguish stemmed from his complete and utter failure. Now his Art, his legacy to the younger generation, the work of a lifetime far longer than any mortal man, would die with him. He had lost the only heir he had ever thought worthy of bearing the mantle of the Anything-Goes Martial Arts. To see his dreams dashed in a instant by some foolish girl and her wayward temper was almost maddening.

In the sky overhead a loud rumbling noise returned him to the present. As he looked up the heavens opened and rain began to fall. He stood and faced the approaching storm, a part of his old self returning to him. "What more do you want from me", he bellowed at the tearing clouds, "Have you not taken all that I have?"

He turned his shriveled, bedraggled head downwards to gaze at his feet, his small figure pitiful to behold. "I have no family, no friends, my heir is gone and my lust for my Silky Darlings has also been taken from me, truly Kami-Sama you see before you an old…old man."

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(JUUBAN)

A vertical shaft of light appeared in the middle of Juuban Central Park. It was late and as such it's appearance went completely unnoticed by the local populace. As if sensing its lack of an audience the shaft expanded until it formed a sort of doorway in mid-air. Should one gaze at it very closely it might be possible for them to discern a large crowd of people on the other side but nothing more detailed than that. The Doorway's surface was rather like that of a cloudy pool, constantly shifting and rippling in a manner that was almost enchanting.

Two large shadows appeared upon the gateway's surface. They paused for one moment and then two figures stepped through. The first was a young man of an average height and build. What truly made him unique, however, was the colour of his skin which sported a pale purple shade. His hair was a brilliant white in colour and was worn long, reaching past his shoulders, held back from his face by his long, slender, pointed ears. Garbed in robes of red, purple and gold he confidently strode through the portal and gazed upon the surround area, inspecting it carefully before nodding in satisfaction. His partner did the same.

The Supreme Kai chuckled to himself and turned to his companion.

"Feel good to be home Ranma?"

The second young man stared at the Supreme Kai (or Shin as he is otherwise known) thoughtfully and then a small smile spread over his face.

Ranma had changed a good deal during his accidental exile from his home world. He was no longer the young, brash, crude boy who had once been Akane's fiancée. Instead in his place there stood a tall, strong and independent adult. He had grown a few inches taller and his muscular structure was far more developed, if still more slender than his Master's. His wild black hair was longer but still pulled back into its customary ponytail and upon his right cheek a long, thin scar ran from cheekbone to jaw line. Rather than detracting from his natural looks it actually enhanced them further giving him a roguish air.

Instead of his traditional silk clothing he now wore a Gi very similar to the traditional uniform of the Kame school, the only difference being a color scheme of blue and white as opposed to orange and blue, that and the lack of insignia. Upon his wrists he wore a pair of brilliant white bracers and instead of his old Kung fu slippers he wore a pair of white boots.

"Yeah Supreme Kai - Sama, I'd forgotten how alive this world feels!"

Suddenly a shrill feminine cry from behind him caused Ranma to freeze in terror

"Ranma, you bonehead, wait for me!!!"

THUMP

Slowly turning, praying for salvation, Ranma let his eyes fall upon the crumpled form of Bra Briefs on the ground just beneath the portal. Just as he was about to help her up and demand an explanation, a booming voice echoed through the now rapidly closing entrance to the world of the Dragonballs.

"LISTEN HERE BRAT… TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY DAUGHTER!! IF SO MUCH OF ONE HAIR ON MY LITTLE PRINCESS'S HEAD IS HARMED THEN I WILL PERSONALLY DESTROY YOU ATOM BY ATOM…"

The Supreme Kai… Divine Being and Guardian of all the Multi-Verse began to sweatdrop heavily at the sight of Ranma…the fearless Ranma …falling to the ground in a dead faint.

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When Ranma came to he noted immediately, to his dismay that he was in a rather precarious position…i.e he was lying upon the ground with his head cradled in Bra's lap, staring up at her more than ample bosom.

Shin tried very hard to contain his laughter as he watched Ranma's fruitless attempts to escape. The more he struggled, the harder Bra's grip on his skull became.

"Poor sweet Ranma-kins, don't let daddy scare you. Here let me kiss it all better…"

Ranma froze for a moment as he saw Bra's cute face loom ever closer. Although most people most people would have killed to have been in Ranma's position, Ranma was personally acquainted with the father of the saiyjin princess. Having the most powerful creature in the universe after your blood was not a situation that he would relish being in. Indeed he was all too aware of how creative Vegeta-san could be when it came to dishing out pain.

I'm gonna die, I'm gonna die, Dende have mercy on me………… I'm gonna die

Before Bra could lay a lip upon our Pig-tailed hero however, Shin interceded

"Bra, I hope you realize the consequences of you following us to this plane. May I ask as to why you followed us here? After all I remember telling everyone that I may bring none back with me when I return quite distinctly. Now, I'm afraid you most definitely will be stuck in this dimension for some time, at least until Ranma completes his training"

Bra looked up at the Supreme Kai and pouted a little in disappointment at having been interrupted. She blushed a little and let loose her captive before standing up (striking that very same victory pose her mother had used so effectively many years ago) and proudly declaring:

"Mommy sent me to keep an eye upon Ranma-chan here. As for Daddy, after a couple of nights of sleeping on the couch, he finally gave me his blessing to 'pursue my chosen mate' as he put it. You both heard him right?"

THUMP…….CRASH

Ranma and the Supreme Kai were both subject to a traditional Japanese face-fault as they thought simultaneously

THAT WAS A BLESSING!!?

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One swift flight later the three of them stood at the entrance to the Nerima Ward of Tokyo, Japan.

The Supreme Kai turned to Ranma and chuckled at the perplexed look on his face. Bra was latched onto his right arm, with all the strength a half-saiyajin like her could muster, and obviously had no intention of letting go any time soon. At least not if the way she was giggling to herself and stroking the muscle of Ranma's arm was any indication.

"Alright Ranma, I'll give you three days to tie up your affairs. We will meet here on the eve of the third day"

Nodding his ascent, Ranma turned his gaze back towards the place that had once been his home, the memories of the abuse and betrayal returning to him once again, stronger than ever before! He shivered involuntarily.

Then he felt a warm embrace around his middle. Looking down he saw that young girl that inspired such passionate feelings within him. Her blue-green hair worn loose, her face was upturned towards him containing shimmering violet-coloured eyes filled comfort and love as her arms encircled his abdomen. His grim features broke into a warm smile and then, squaring his shoulders he gazed back at the hated city, this time confidently, a small smirk replacing his smile.

Looking around at his companions he gently asked Bra to release him and making sure both his friends were far enough from his person he took a stance, his hands held cupped out in front of him.

"Its such a childish technique and it has been many years since I last used it. I believe however, that Master Ten will forgive me on this one occasion"

Summoning his confidence he drew upon the tainted Chi and channeled it into his outstretched palms.

"Time to announce to the world that the man formerly known as Ranma Saotome has finally returned"

"MOKO……… TAKABISHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Throwing his arms upwards he released the energy into the night sky, where it hung like a miniature sun.

His smirk bursting into a full blown grin he slowly raised his right hand up to face level. Suddenly he clenched his fist. The effect was instantaneous. The Moko Takabisha exploded into a million specks of light, speeding across the night sky in every direction.

The sight caused Ranma to begin chuckling fiercly

"I'M BACK!!!

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In the deep recesses of the Chinese wilderness, at the village of the Chinese Amazons, an ancient women fell off her staff in shock as she felt a wholly unexpected Ki signature radiate from the island of Japan.

Composing herself she pogoed off in order to find her Great-Grandaughter.

"It appears the time has come for the husband hunt to recommence. This time we will not allow your wayward husband to slip through our grasp Xian Pu!"

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The Grandmaster of Anything Goes Martial Arts almost had a heart attack from the shock of his Heir's return

"Ranma m'boy, wait up……Happi's on his way"

And with that he bounded off across the roof-tops in the general direction of the Signal

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In the forests of Brazil a young man began to chuckle darkly

"Ranma… So you've finally decided to returned, cowardly swine!! Soon vengeance and dear, sweet Akane will be MINE !!!!!!, ALL MINE!!!!!!! BWAAA HA HA HA!!!"

Splash!

"Bweeeee wee wee wee!!!"

It seems Ryoga was unaware that the forests of Latin America are called Rainforests for a reason

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Daval18 bows to the reader and then melts into the shadows