Before the Collision: Genesis Exhibition

[uselessloserinfinty]

Ivan frowned. “HEY DID YOU GUYS HEAR ME I SAID “MY NAMES IVAN NICE TO MEET YOU!” Ivan screamed comically.

He turned around however hearing a nearby conversation and his lips began to quiver.

“HEY THATS THE BAD GUY!” Ivan shouted his eyes focused on The Destruction. His fists ignited and before he could leap into the air Jasper called out “WAIT YOU IDIOT!”

Ivan looked at his ventus bakugan and his fist flames were no more.
“Did you forget, Jasper began, He’s part of the team he”s our leader dumbass.”
Ivan’s head ignites in flames comically signaling his rage.
“I’ve had just about enough of you and your mouth since when do you speak let alone like that!” He screamed.
Jasper sighed. “Such an idiot.”
Ivan returned his attention to the other team. “ALRIGHT ENOUGH OF THIS WAITING LETS GET THIS OVER WITH!”

[Kendrick Hardy]

"And THAT is exactly why we won't be having any fun, not until he's gone," Kendrick declared. "So, Genesis Dragonoid."

"Yes?"

"Assuming we win, can we still battle afterwards IF there's consent to keep going? This guy's gotta be taught a lesson RIGHT NOW."

"Fine by me. Do what you want."

"Good." Kendrick was considering three people to go after Destruction himself: Noland, Tank, and Lydia. He didn't want to have Petra go up against two people in a row and risk losing her; she was a very good ally to keep around. Allen is still the bodyguard, so as much as he wants to let Allen do his thing, he can't risk Tracy being a potential target. Tracy was obviously not going to attack, because if the whole team drops, then the Destruction may get a big head and believe that he can take on the whole universe. Then what?

"Noland, Tank, Lydia, you know who it is we're going after. Who's ready?"

[Merchant]

Grimm really tired of Ivan. Grimm does something. Ivan finds himself bound again by steal chains. Also super gagged. Grimm will say don't ask, it works on him too. "First shut up or I will fuse you to your seat." Grimm says so nonchalantly it is kinda disturbing on how he just changed his attitude again.

Interrupting Kendrick Grimm has his own thoughts for the guy. "Also Kendrick. Eh. You have no idea how much I enjoy seeing Atom lose. Him being my biggest pain and all. But hey if you have such a problem. Shut me up. Just in case you still wanted to know why I changed my tune." 
Grimm gets behind Kendrick and pats him on the back. "We are trying to have fun Kendrick. Some find fun in more disturbing ways. By the way you look cute. Don't try to ruin your face from thinking to hard." Grimm teleports away laughing his ass off again. Also doubling down on the bindings for Ivan.

[Noland Hardy]

Noland was a little too carefree about what he heard. The Destruction basically just told him what he plans to do and not a single fuck was given from how he reacted. He just stood there and nodded.

"I mean...you make this sound like it's a bad thing. Some things need to be destroyed," Noland conceded. "If we just let him in to destroy a couple of things, we'll be fine. Just leave my favorite restaurants alone and we're good."

"Are you serious right now?" Drago asked, thinking that Noland was being serious.

"What? He said he doesn't care about our universe. He's not gonna destroy it."

"This guy has watched us for who knows how long, and you're going to believe a word he says?"

"Well, what are we supposed to do? We can't kill him or attempt to kill him or we'll be disqualified. If he wants to get in, he'll probably attempt to later on. I just know if I go out there, I'm going to want to kill him, so..."

"This is ridiculous. I'll do it myself."

[Tank Stryker]

"No, no, no, Drago. This one has my name written all over it," Tank boldly declared. He waved his left hand around them just to give Drago a good look at the current circumstances. He did it with a smile, because he knew the opportunity for him to come in was perfect.

"Just look around you. Hardy fell asleep after gauging these guys. They're not worth his time. Lydia is still over there doing some work. I haven't battled yet, and Silva's our bouncer. I'll kick the Destruction's ass real quick, and we'll be good."

"Besides, you had your turn, Drago. It's only fair if I go next," Gladion pitched in.

"I wouldn't call that a turn since you basically did nothing to that girl, but still, Gladion's right." Tank started walking towards the battlefield himself. "Give me whatever you want to give me. I got this one."

[Kendrick Hardy]

"Okay. It sounds like Tank is ready to go then," Kendrick accepted without offering any input.

"...I really hope he can beat this guy..." Kendrick kept to himself. It sounded like he was having doubts, but that wasn't due to the lack of faith in Tank's strength. "I've only seen him battle when he was holding back...A LOT. Gladion's general gladiator equipment was all he used against the pros so far. No gods or anything. It almost looks like a regular sword to Gladion is just as destructive as his strongest godly weapons from back then... I don't know what kind of techniques Gladion could pull off now...and this is against a destroyer of realities... We'll see what happens."

"Alright...well, you already know what my decision is," Kendrick signaled for Genesis Dragonoid and Wavern. "Tank challenges the Destruction. Final decision."

"10-4," Wavern acknowledged. "Well, you all are aware of what this means. A team leader is in this battle. If the Destruction is defeated, the Reality Shifters will lose. Prepare yourselves accordingly, and good luck to all of you."

[The Destruction]

"In response, I'll use one of our BP as a buff to myself." I said. "As was stated before, I believe we can use them in this battle in response to their attack because I'm open, correct?" I turned to Atom. "As much as I hate to say this, I need your help. Use the Goddess Harp, and play the Bolero of Fire." Atom played my requested song as I turned back to my opposition. "So, I'm up against Tank. The descendant of a demigod, wielder of Gladion, powers of Greek Mythology and, using the DNA Catalyst, Roman Mythology. This will be an interesting battle, indeed." I stepped forward, and a small amount of darkness coagulated in my hand. "I remember that some of your allies faced off against an alternate version of one of my minions on your version of the Alternative. Noland, does the name Spectra ring any bells?" The darkness turned into a Bakugan, ready to battle. "The Spectra I had to help me was an alter ego of one of Atom's allies. He used a natural evolved Viper Helios, dubbed Probability Helios. Let's see if you can fight back against us as much as you claim." I stepped onto the battlefield. "I'll give you this warning, here and now, don't hold back. If you do, don't expect me to hold back. I loathe losing, so I'm going to show you that your strength cannot compete with mine!" I raised the Bakugan. "Bakugan, Brawl! Bakugan Stand! Rise Pyrus Darkus Probability Helios!" Probability Helios rose, looking similar to a Viper Helios but with a large, hemi-icosahedron imbedded in his chest. A symbol was rapidly flashing on it, changing with every flash. Cards appeared in my hand. Most of them were typically colored, a few were purple, and one was a dark black. "If you're ready, I'm waiting." The music took effect, and a red aura exuded around the battlefield, focusing on me and Probability Helios. I waved my hand, and darkness churned around me. I sent it towards Tank, enveloping him for a moment before the darkness returned to me, covering me in a familiar feeling. The darkness soon vanished, revealing me in a battle suit of black fabric and chainmail. "You have been warned."

[Merchant]

Grimm whispered something. "You may use your power but may not kill." Destruction can feel his power somewhat return. "Okay Edge Lord take my buff." Grimm gathers energy in the air extremely rapidly. Pooling up in his hand. Grimm walks up to Destruction. He then flings whatever is in his hand at the guy. Destruction can feel a huge surge in power. "I do spend a bp on this. I'm not taking any chances. Go buck wild. And if you do lose. Don't bother with even trying to invade another reality again. I will just kick you out because you wont be strong off. Hahahahaha!" Grimm heads to his seat.

[Noland Hardy]

"Nope...Spectra is nowhere close to what we got. I'll give you a hint. It starts with a 'D'," Noland responded. The person he was referencing was clearly Damian, one of the two people he knows that owns a Helios. The other is Crimson, a very terrible enemy of the Silver Knights and - potentially - the Resistors due to the Mavericks, but...it's obvious no one's talking about him.

"Tell you what. If yours is even a quarter of the monster his Helios is, I'll sing your praises. Promise," Noland wagered. "I'll even let your own individual power count just to be nice."

"I get a very different feeling with this Helios," Drago noticed. "It might be the same comparison as with Prirad and I. Expect some differences, Gladion..."

"You got it, Tank. Do what you gotta do. No mistakes, and no mercy."

[The Destruction]

"Oh, believe me. Damian is not the one I was talking about. I understand that he used a special variant of Helios, but the I was referencing was the Spectra you saw in the fight before destroying the Alternative's Power Core. He failed in defending it, but the fact remains that you did see a version of Spectra. Of course, it's one of the few battles I know nothing about because of this Reality's history being conveniently blocked. But, I digress. I was merely trying to give you a bit of history about my Bakugan, considering I know nearly all of your histories. Just trying to be fair with something, knowing what I know about you." I laughed a bit. "And now, to the battle! I'm waiting, Tank. Don't make me wait for too long."

[Tracy White]

"Oh...right. You all did talk about that one..." Skystar finally remembered. "He must not have been important enough to remember, I guess."

After hearing that Tank was going to battle, Tracy was thinking about how she could assist him. The Destruction was likely the most dangerous member of the enemy team, so whatever Gladion gets given would obviously need to help him in the worst case scenario.

"I guess I'll use one of our points too," Tracy volunteered. "Ability activate! Vestroia's Prayer!"

Skystar pointed her bident towards Gladion to bestow upon him the powers of a high-level abjuration spell. A Haos attribute circle was outlined underneath Tank and Gladion. Light energy then surged through their bodies.

Gladion's armor radiated with a constant bright light. The light on Tank's body couldn't be seen unless one looked at his clothes. He was white enough as it was.

What the Aquos Resistors would experience from this would be an increase in certain numerical parameters associated with them. Things like age and the number of body parts aren't factored here. Things like HP, armor integrity, weapon integrity, resistance to harmful effects, and poise are all boosted by a significant degree. Additionally, the affected are also granted regenerative healing factor; it won't be as potent as Noland and Drago's, but it's still there.

This type of spell is very beneficial for Gladion, Gargulion, and Gorem. The most important effect on Gladion would be on his weapons. They will now be able to stay around for a longer period of time and will be able to have its powers exercised more often without the weapon being at risk of breakage.

"There. Hopefully, that'll be of some use," Skystar hoped.

"Just know that if you lose, I'll make sure Markus finds out about it," Tracy threatened.

[Tank Stryker]

"Way to be a team player, Tracy," Tank sighed. "Thanks for the buff though. That'll make things A LOT easier."

Tank walked up to where he was supposed to stand on the arena. He balled his fists as he eyed the Destruction. As he did, blue energy sparked from his palms and traveled all over his body. The iris' on his eyes were glowing in a blue coloration. What this means for the battle remains to be certain, but what is clear is that Tank has a handle on what his powers can do to him.

"Show time, Gladion! Make him bleed!" Tank strongly encouraged.

"Yes, sir!" Gladion - in his robed form - jumped onto the battlefield. He transitioned into his monster form before landing.

"You know the deal. Do right," Genesis Dragonoid stated to all of the competitors.

Wavern was about to look in the Destruction's direction to impose the penalty upon him. Just like last time, a spark left her eye that released untraceable energy towards the Destruction and his Bakugan. With that, the penalty Grimm earned them would go away once this wears off.

"Begin whenever you're ready," Wavern allowed.

(Tank vs Destruction)

[Tank Stryker]

Wine just about liquidated the entire battlefield. The only Bakugan in motion right now was Gladion. He was stomping his feet in the alcohol while the opposing Helios was lying face-first in the drink.

To prevent himself from being looked at for unethical actions, Gladion's waved his right arm to end what appeared to be an illusion. From what mostly everyone could see, Helios had been incapacitated after being attacked by exotic bulls and lions.

(Victory!)

"It's over already?" Gladion remarked about how the battle went. He dusted his armor off and turned his back to his competitor. They weren't worthy of his sight. "Peak into our world again, and I'll DESTROY you myself."

Tank had a smirk on his face that displayed the obvious. "You see, Destruction, the only thing you know how to do is destroy. When it comes to battling with the big men and women, you're a cut below the rest," Tank asserted. "Now, I feel like being a nice guy right now, so I'll cut you some slack. If you get even 1% stronger, I MIGHT think you're scary, strong, or whatever...for a 5 year-old kid."

"..." Genesis Dragonoid was speechless. He never saw the Destruction lose that easily...ever.

"Surprised?" Wavern asked him, telepathically of course.

"Beyond surprised," Genesis answered. "The Destruction was never dispatched like that so easily..."

Genesis Dragonoid floated down to the arena before calling the match. First, the arena itself split into two different floating islands. Each team saw Genesis Dragonoid approaching them via an expanded presence type of technique. This is most likely the ability he uses to project himself everywhere, which causes people to think there's more than one Genesis Dragonoid.

"Reality Shifters..." Genesis sighed. No one from the other side will hear what he's saying to them. "I-"

"Excuse me," the Dharaknoid interrupted. He showed up there unannounced one last time so he could deal with the Reality Shifters himself. "The message will get across better if it's me. You know it and I know it. Step aside."

"...Now that I think about it...you're right," Genesis conceded. "As you were..."

"Good, good... NOW," Dharak started. "I'll be brief. That was one of the most embarrassing defeats I've ever seen in all of history. The only one who actually did SOMETHING was the one with the Dragonoid. The others that battled let her down in a HUGE way. I feel sorry that she had such a sorry team. Imagine that."

"But I'm not here just for that. Here's the bad news. Thanks to the #1 loser over here called Destruction, you pissed off the lot over yonder. Remember what I said to you about us having a serious problem if you continued doing what you're doing? Yeah, everyone's not a fan of people being where they're not supposed to be. Sometimes you make it out just fine. Other times...you get your ass handed to ya, just like now. To top that off, my idiotic brother now has to grant their wishes. You'd better hope none of them involves any of you..."

[Noland Hardy]

"Well then..." Genesis Dragonoid was now going to address the winning team. He was doing his best to suppress his feelings from earlier about their power levels, but...it wasn't like he could go anything about it now. "Before you say anything, I'll be honest. THAT...was embarrassing. I expected a show, but...I really don't know what that was."

"Anyway, now you're aware that there's beings out there like them that...may be butting into things that don't concern them... And...despite the fact that you all fodderized them...you have an introduction for what's going to happen later. Let's look at this as me paying you to teach those rustbuckets on the other side a valuable lesson they'll never forget."

"So, a deal's a deal. You won, so each of you can ask us to do something, and we will do the best we can to comply. All I ask is that you make all of the requests reasonable. An example of an unreasonable request would be asking me to create universes, destroy universes, resurrections that aren't necessary, mass resurrections, you get the idea."

"Dammit...I was just about to ask for those things..." Noland sighed.

"I think something needs to be done about that Destruction guy," Drago suggested. "Yes, we can defeat him at any time, but the opportunities for him to keep watching us and eventually come to get us out of spite are still there. In fact, him and Grimm are people I'd rather take care of NOW than later."

"So...would it be unreasonable to want both of them to be...well, killed?"

[Tracy White]

"Noland..." Tracy scoffed. "Every bad guy doesn't have to die."

"Well...I mean...I'm right here, so it won't take that long for me to-" the Dharaknoid interjected before being interrupted by:

"No!" Skystar yelled. "Do NOT tempt us!"

"And who the hell are YOU? Do I need to remind your team what I'm here to do to people?"

"Skystar...please..." Wavern urged. She didn't want Dharak to get really angry and destroy everything.

"I'm just saying what some people are thinking over here. Think about it. It eases everyone's worries permanently. Just have me wipe them out now, and it's over! No more Reality Creepers looking at you with your pants down! I say we take care of that right now!"

"Okay...um...Dharaknoid sir...what else could you do to them?"

"Uh...I'm not allowed to tell you that..."

"Can you at least prevent them from entering our world or knowing it exists for that matter?"

"Nope."

"Liar," Wavern exposed.

"What!?"

"Yes, he can do both of those things," Genesis exposed even further.

"...You both suck!"