The monitors flickered with scenes of devastation. Each screen displaying a different team struggling against a nightmare from the past.
Team 1 was facing Tarnish, the black swordsman. A villain from the 1999 who master his two trigger abilities darkness and soul splitting. He died from heart virus.
Team 3 was fighting Sin, messenger of salvation. The first person born with three trigger during the 2000 era. He killed himself after being defeated by Empire Gold, who was a sinless man.
Team 4 was fighting Agony, the unlikable clown. His was a simple user with his cloning abilities but he was able to become the number 1 serial killer in America in 2005. He was killed by Flamestar.
Team 5 was fighting Software, the perfect AI. His ability was adaptation and cyberspace. After fusioning himself with the internet. He would have taken over the world within 2010 if it wasn't for Empire Gold and Cyberspace.
Team 6 was fighting Armageddon, the devil adviser. A hulking monster that control gravity and shift his body size. He was launched into space by Evolution during 2012.
Team 9 was fighting Lord Kaizer, the prophet of destruction. A bringer of chaos of mayhem during 2020. Controlling hellfire and able to transform into a demonic version of himself. He is currently, the king of all villains of the modern age.
Vanessa stormed into the room, her boots striking the metal floor with sharp, furious clicks.
Her glare locked onto Eagle, who stood motionless before the central display, arms crossed, watching the carnage unfold.
"What the hell are you doing?" she demanded, "Sending young rookies against S-rank villain is completely insane. You must have a pretty good explanation for this."
Eagle didn't flinch. His cold, calculating eyes remained fixed on the screens, "I remember my first day on the job. It was against, Blade. A rank but close enough to be considered a S rank. I was cocky about how simple this gig was. But It made me underestimate the s*** a man would do when he has already crossed the line."
Vanessa's dashed towards the shutdown switch and held the handle tightly, "I'm ending this before someone gets—"
"The simulation will continue."
A new voice cut through the room.
The four of the Five Elders had arrived.
Elder Maximilian, his presence radiating heat within the room, he stepped forward first. He wore a crimson robes with a picture of fire on his chest, his beard and hair were made out of fire.
Elder Frost followed, her silver hair flow down her blue robes which had an ice symbol. The air around her chilled instantly.
Elder Evergreen, her hair made out of wood and she wore a green robe with a plant symbol. She moved with unnatural grace.
And finally, Elder Dragon, he wore a yellow robe with a lightning symbol. His eyes glowed a brightly from his power.
Vanessa stiffened, but didn't back down, "Elders, with all due respect—"
"Silence." Elder Maximilian's voice brooked no argument, "Each one of you were allowed to house the event however you see fit. So I expect you to be quiet."
The Elders took their seats at the observation deck, their focus immediately drawn to two screens in particular:
- Joseph, locked in battle against Armageddon.
- Arthur, struggling against Sin.
Elder Dragon leaned forward, "Arthur and Joseph. These two have grown."
Elder Frost's lips curled into a faint smile, "Joseph powers are a mystery but I believe that this will give us some insight into what he can."
Elder Evergreen's vines twitched, "Don't forget about our former prisoner. I never seen someone wield such a bizarre ability."
Maximilian's eyes burned with intrigue, "Let us see what they're truly made of."
Vanessa clenched her fists, but she knew better than to challenge the Elders. Instead, she turned back to the screens, watching helplessly as the simulations raged on.
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Joseph vs. Armageddon
The world around Joseph was collapsing—literally. Gravity twisted, buildings folded inward like paper, and the sky rained fire.
Armageddon floated above it all, his form shifting between human and something far worse, "You fight against inevitability, child. Why?"
Joseph closed his eyes for a second before opening them with intense white glow being released, "Because someone has to. It's my duty as a hero."
"MESSIAH!" He shouted, his body coated in a heavenly light as he fly towards Armageddon.
The Elders watched, intrigued.
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Arthur vs. Sin
Sin's fingers dug into Arthur's throat, lifting him off the ground, "Wrath… such delicious sin. It consumes you, doesn't it?"
Arthur's vision swam, but his lips curled into a bloody grin, "Yeah… and I'm about to return the favor."
Out of nowhere, Galahad came and punch Sin towards a building.
Arthur walked forward with his specter knight behind him.
Sin laughed as he transform his limbs into a spider legs, "Wrath, how wrathful. You shall be cleanse."
Arthur dashed forward alongside Galahad.
The Elders leaned in and watched the entertainment.