(Uhh but we went to the location of the Lin Kuei temple...so...anyways..)

"More tricks from you Nether Realmers." Shiku sighed, "But there is something you dont know about those cybers, but I'll let you figure that out later." Then Shiku stirred up a bunch of dust, then it began swirling around the entire open area. He stirred the dust particles fast enough to desintegrate the entire complex, including the robot cybers. The other humans left that were disguised as cybers were then covered in whisps of sand, Shiku located these "hatchlings" and disentegrated them as well, and then covered the other Lin Kuei in an air tight layer that could not be passed through.

"What deception do you have left?" Shiku asked. "No matter what you do to the former Lin Kuei, the few of us that got away will never rest. Do what you will. But if you work against Earth Realm, you will have me and mine to deal with. And Im not even the one to worry about..."

Deon evades Shiku's attack and prepares to retalitate, but the former Lin Kuei warrior, Smoke grabs Shiku and they disappear.

Deon looks on solemnly, "If he fights against the Lin kuei, he cannot be evil...but what is this talk of Sub-Zero...Scorpion killed him at the last tournament. Perhaps we will cross paths again, so he can explain this to me."

Deon then returns to Serenity and Marek, "It appears Shiku may be a friend, not a foe." Deon then glances at the dark knight apprehensively, "There's something off about his powers, something is enhancing him, but it's foggy to my mind's eye, I cannot decipher what that is."


Deon stands closely to his new found allies and waits for Ire to make his next move.


(@THeBIgMistake lol I'm sad my reference was missed pleased to see no offense was taken, Deon and Shiku will have to catch up later).

"I'm one with the Netherrealm. Know that we are allies with Outworld and Shao Kahn himself. With a whole host of allies Earthrealm will fall to us. If you want to try and save your pathetic Earthrealm then you should go to Outworld instead of chasing one little warrior. Consider this your only warning." The hatchling then dissipated. The real Okorik returned from his vision in the real Temple. "Thank goodness your hatchlings masked our real location with a fake temple. Now we continue the automation," said a random Lin Kuei doctor. The automation continued, the skin of Sub-Zero now stripped away, leaving only the muscles.

Maybe this illusionist was right. Shiku had become obsessed with one thing and forgot about the big picture. If Outworld and the Neather Realm had already joined forces then, in Shiku's mind, there was only one thing to do. All he had to do was convince both Order Realm and Chaos Realm to merge with Earth Realm. Earth was already a place with plenty of both, so why not have them all merge and become stronger as a whole? But there was no way the Chaos Realmers would agree to a deal. Shiku then told Smoke his plans, but the Lin Kuei did not agree. "That large of a merger would only increase colateral damage and provoke all out war." Smoke responded. "You need to make your mind up shiku. If this is your path, I cannot aid you." With that Smoke left Shiku to contemplate his actions. Shiku realised he had been running around like a headless chicken, and needed a plan. "Who can I turn to?" Shiku thought. "There was that Godess of time...All I want is for time to keep going..I would assume she would not have a problem with that..Her and Marek have been my only allies so far. I wish I knew what to do."

Shiku decided to head back to where Serenity, Marek and Deon were, This time he would offer them aid, and see what they thought of his idea of trying to merge Order and Chaos with Earth Realm, even though he was unsure of it himself. But it was the only idea he had.

Marek nods and smiles at Serenity and Deon's victories over Siku and the dark knight Ire. "We just may stand a chance after all."

Serenity walks to Marek and Deon

"The battle happen so fast i don't even remember how i won"

She looks at Deon "How was your battle?"

Marek kisses Serenity on the cheek and winks at her. "Well, time flies when your having fun."

*cricket*
"Umm.. Marek? Please leave the jokes to Ekibyogami" Serenity begins to laugh

Deon breathes heavy and sighs, "Too close for comfort, i barely won, Shiku was a powerful opponent indeed, if he is truly fighting against the Lin Kuei, perhaps our goals are one in the same...:" Deon smiles at Serenity , "pleased to see you survived your battle relatively unscathed."





Deon observes the exchange and muses, " Now that's cute, I didn't realize you two were an item."

Deon lifts a vile containing a strange creature inside it, "Guess what I just captured slithering away from that tree Marek roasted?"

"Let me guess, our little Netherrealm friend?"

" Nice to see you're still on your toes Marek. This...hatchling or whatever it's called has similar demonic energy to Okorik.."

Deon takes his wand out of its holster and points it at the creature in the vile, the creature changes into a honey bee, then a grape, and finally a leech before returning to its original form. "Normally I need some cells and chanting to turn an item or creature into something else, but this creature morphs simply by giving it energy, I think this is how Okorik was able to frame you in Seido, this creature's cells can become just about anything".

Deon hands the vile to Marek, "give it a try."

One spider remained and overheard Shiku's plan to merge realms. "Ha ha ha! That plan has got to be one of the worst plans ever. Neither Chaosrealm nor Seido would ever agree to such a plan that would ensure their destruction. Why would I need to fight against these warriors when they do enough damage to themselves! The Guardsmen would appreciate this," said Okorik upon receiving the news. He saw Sub-Zero's lower half was being implanted with cybernetic armor. Feeling Sub-Zero was already automated, Okorik sent a hatchling to Hotaru to tell of his imminent arrival. Okorik walked through a portal into Seido and was met by Hotaru. "Greetings once again ally. You said you had news for me," said Hotaru. Okorik replied, "Indeed I do. You may want to sit down for this." Okorik used Skyward to repeat Shiku's plan to merge realms. Hotaru looked in shock at this. "What they're planning in lunacy! Merging realms by Mortal Kombat is already chaotic but merging without the tournament is absolute lunacy! To even suggest such a plan means they have no sense of the chaos that will engulf our realms if such an attempt. This information gives me peace of mind in helping you fight these chaotic rebels. Do you have any information on their whereabouts?" Okorik replied, "I did but somehow they managed to cloak their location. All I know is that they are in a forest in Outworld but nothing else." Hotaru looked sad and said, "That is disappointing. Nevertheless, I will send some mean to try and scour the locations" Several Guardsmen prepared for battle. Hotaru ordered them through a portal and told them to find the Outworld warriors and show no mercy for what they tried to do. With a bow, Okorik left Seido and prepared for a journey into Chaosrealm.

"We are not an item Deon." Serenity says as she looks at the strange creature.

"Can we use this thing to our advantage?"

Okorik walks through the portal into the plains of Chaosrealm. Before he can talk to anyone, Skyward begins behaving erratically. "So they found one of your hatchlings and plan to use it against us eh? Not on our watch." With a snap of his fingers, Skyward severed the link it had with the hatchling. The hatchling in the vial screamed in pain and then dissolved away into nothingness. "Better to die an follower of the Netherrealm than live as a puppet for those warriors. Don't worry Skyward. All the hatchlings will be avenged in time." Skyward screeched proudly. Havik noticed this and said, "Welcome back Chaotic One!"

Shiku clears his throat and butts into the conversation with a suggestion.

"Uhhm..Just a thought..but If the Neather and Outworld Realms have made an alliance and are working together, they would never see nother alliance coming, maybe not a permanent one, but temporary. The Chaos Realm is always down for stirring something up, and the Order Realm always wants the opposite. There has to be a way we can twist that to our advantage. True chaos over everything is actually a contradiction of itself..because everything is the same everywhere. Order would be nothing if there was no chaos. And face it, the Neather Realm is not going anywhere. It is too big and full of far too many power hungry beings to let that happen. Its nature makes it a bit of a chaotic place if you ask me...If they want to invade us, why not try to have them invaded by the Chaos Realmers first..It would be complete mayhem in the Neather Realm..a perfect setting for Havik and his minions. And Earth Realms defeat would mean even more chaos throughout ALL the realms...Im sure this Hotaru would not be for that...Its all really falls into place itself. What do you guys think? How could we go about doing this, or something similar? I realize these plans are on a grand scale, but everything is on tilt now anyway..."

Shiku continues, "I will be going about these plans myself, if nobody aids me. I have mulled it over far too long, and I still feel the same way. I will see this done. My plan puts Earth Realm in no extra danger. Havik and the Clerics of Chaos will reak...havoc..(lol)..in the Neather Realm before their invasion, stalling them. Hotaru and the Seidan would defend Earth Realm in support of the greater good, and steady order throughout realms. We would still face onslaught from Outworld, but and I have hidden allies there. We would need to have forces in the Neather Realm also, making sure no portals into Earth Realm are opened to the Chaos Realmers. But this all requires co operation..on both sides..I seek no power for myself, only a level playing field. Trust me or not, this is my aim. I will disappear afterwards and rise if need be. But these are my intentions."

"Greeting Havik. I have some news you might want to hear." Skyward once again shows Shiku's plan. Havik has an expression of surprise and says, "I enjoy a bit of chaos but that if too far even for me. This merger they plan will remove Chaosrealm's nature and force us to be... 'orderly.' I won't stand for it! These Earthrealmers are starting to get on my nerves. I care not for alliances but these Earthrealmers are getting in the way of true chaos. Between you and me, you're the closest thing I've got to an ally around here. The way you use the Guardsmen is most impressive despite the fact they're allied with you. In time, we shall help the Emperor in conquering Earthrealm. Can't wait to see how much chaos that battle will create. Know that any Earthrealmers will meet a most unpleasant end here." Okorik replied, "I thank you. Chaosrealm is proving itself a valuable ally. Skywarp informs me that several Chaosrealm warriors are creating quite a commotion defeating several of Earthrealm's finest warriors. I'll leave a hatchling here to ambush any Earthrealmers that come here." Havik nods, knowing how chaotic the fight could become. Just then, Okorik receives a message through Skyward that he must return to the Netherrealm. With a bow, Okorik enters a portal and emerges in the fiery depths of the Netherrealm.

Feeling he has made his intentions known and has nothing to hide, Shiku returns to the mine in his ghosted home town. He faces his palm toward the caged mine shaft, and a deep low rumble follows, then a high, ear drum wrenching screech is heard, then silence. Shiku chuckled under his breath.

"They have no idea..." He says as he turns to dust, goes through the caged door of the mines and disappears into the darkness...

(Oooooo 0_o...foreshadow m#%#ers lol)

"I apologize Serenity, simply trying to lighten the mood." Deon said as he glanced at the creature

"We can use this creature to prove Marek's innocence, actually and with the proper level of energy being fed to it, it can morph into anything we choose."

As Deon is speaking, the creature screechs and dissolves, "What the hell?'
Deon looks into the vial, "It appears Okorik's abilities are on par with the One being, able to anticipate and cancel out any of our efforts..."

Deon smirks and remembers something he learned in school, "Okorik forgot one most important detail..matter cannot be created nor destroyed...which means he just severed his connection to this creature..yet its cells remain and thus he will be unaware of its future use, I just need the appropriate amount of energy to restore it."

Deon glances over as he notices Shiku's interruption.





Deon ponders Shiku's words, " We should divide the work up amongst the four of us, two to Chaosrealm and two to Orderrealm." Deon adjusts his earpiece and continues

"Okorik is under the false delusion that Chaosrealm is their ally, they are friends and enemies to no one they care not for abstract concepts of good and evil, only for chaos, all Havik and his clerics are doing is stringing them along, Havik will play his part well to make sure that one side doesn't gain too much of an advantage. Havik might be keen on your idea, but any alliance with Chaosrealm would be far too unpredictable, I'm not sure.."

Deon looks to the dark skies of Outworld, " Orderrealm is a different story, despite what Okorik thinks about Hotaru joining their alliance, Hotaru detests Shao Kahn's brand of chaotic tyranny and constant warfare, any alliance they make is about as sturdy as a straw hut, swaying Hotaru will be a challenge, but not impossible."


Deon looks back to his three new found allies, "Now that just leaves us to decide, who goes where.."

The fate of billions hangs in the balance, we cannot second guess our decisions... I will go with you, provided my new allies are keen on assiting us, this mission would require more than two warriors. if I go with you, we must handle this situation like diplomats first and foremost."

Deon extends a hand to Shiku, "For some reason I trust you.."

"Wherever Serenity goes, I will follow her. We're a...good team."

Okorik walked through the portal and emerged in the Netherrealm. Quan Chi stood over him and said, "Good work convincing Chaosrealm and Seido to join us. However, my magic allowed me to see through the hatchling and know of the plans the warriors have in store for our alliances. Havik supports Shao Kahn's reign. I even think he would try and bring him back to life he the Emperor perished. Nevertheless, Chaosrealm will still support us since we support the Emperor but try and delay the warriors as much as possible. As for Seido, despite being weakened, they are still a force to be reckoned with. The Earthrealm warriors have no proof that Netherrealm had any intentions to harm Seido. That hatchling could be a problem. Find it and dispose of it. Bringing your bird in person with the hatchling should cause it to be reabsorbed in the bird's essence. Make sure you absorb it. Keep the Chaosrealm hatchling hidden far away. There could be a use for it. And be sure to tell Havik that Princess Kitana has been captured and is planned to be executed. That should prove chaotic enough to at least be more pleasing to him than anything Earthrealm could provide. Try to at least keep Chaosrealm on our side." Okorik nods and says, "I will not fail you master." With a bow, Okorik left through a portal far away from the warriors. They could not see him. He'd just wait until they were split up and catch the hatchling.

Just then, he notices 2 Seidan Guardsmen patrolling the woods nearby. Okorik whispers to them, "Come here." They do so quickly with Okorik pointing to the group and saying, "Here are your terrorists. They are carrying an extremely dangerous weapon and I must destroy it myself. Will you kind warriors distract them long enough for me to apprehend it?" The Guardsmen nodded in response. Just like that, the Guardsmen opened a volley of light at the warriors. Okorik, having trained his body to the limits, managed to hide himself from the light. While distracted, Okorik managed to use Skyward, hidden underneath his clothing, to discover the true location the hatchling. The clock was ticking as Okorik managed use the light to have Skyward swallow the hatchling. Just as the hatchling was swallowed, the light ended and Okorik and the Guardsmen stood in front of the warriors. "Well well well, we meet again."

Before they companions could leave, bright lights blinded the warriors.

Knowing an attack was inevitable now that they had a "hatchling", Serenity was able to safely hide the real hatchling away in a pocket in the space time continuum that she opened for a brief second, while placing a fake in its place using a magical gem she grabbed from Marek during the confusion.

The lights finally disappeared showing the attackers.

"Hello, Okirik, I see you were able to trick some Seiden guards into helping you. If only they knew your REAL plans for Orderrealm"

Ekibyogami scans the coliseum looking around,in the time he was sleeping everyone had left. "The next fight won't happen for a while,I should look for the others"