[Scene 1 – The Brawlers Exit the Registration Tower]

  The sun is setting as the brawlers exit the Registration Tower, relieved and excited to be officially signed up for the Later Tournament. However, their joy is quickly interrupted by loud music and strange noises coming from down the street.

  Kouchu:

  “What is that sound? It’s like a party, but it doesn’t feel right…”

  Sakuro:

  “It’s coming from Dark City. Let’s go check it out. Could be fun!”

  The group approaches the loud, chaotic scene. As they turn a corner, they see a large group of Marukas dancing and celebrating in the middle of the street.

  Shauna (concerned):

  “That doesn’t look like a regular festival. It looks like they’re causing a lot of chaos.”

  Roaracryst (low growl):

  “Something’s not right. They’re up to something.”

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  [Scene 2 – The Maruka Festival]

  The Marukas have set up booths, stage performances, and decorations everywhere. Music is blaring, lights are flashing, and everyone seems to be in a frenzy. The brawlers are suspicious as they look around, trying to figure out what’s going on.

  Kouchu (quietly):

  “I’ve got a bad feeling about this. The Marukas are usually up to no good. Let’s check out what they’re really doing here.”

  Sakuro (smirking):

  “Could be just a big party. Let’s see if we can enjoy it!”

  As the brawlers walk deeper into the festival, a Maruka worker spots them.

  Maruka Worker (suspiciously):

  “Hey, what are you doing here? Are you planning to ruin our fun?”

  Shauna (raising an eyebrow):

  “We’re just here to see what’s going on. We’re not here to cause trouble.”

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  Maruka Worker:

  “Well, you’re about to find out what this festival is really about!”

  The Marukas begin laughing as the festival’s atmosphere shifts from joyful to mischievous.

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  [Scene 3 – The Chaos Unfolds]

  The festival takes a turn for the worse as the Marukas start playing tricks on the attendees. They begin tricking people into losing their money, lying to everyone about free prizes, and even stealing from some of the guests. The brawlers watch in disbelief as the Marukas’ antics escalate.

  Sakuro (shocked):

  “Did they just steal that person’s wallet? What is going on here?!”

  Kouchu (angrily):

  “They’re making everyone look like fools! We need to stop them!”

  The Marukas, seeing the brawlers’ reaction, decide to humiliate them. They set up traps, and the brawlers fall victim to them, getting embarrassed in front of the whole festival crowd.

  Maruka Leader (mocking):

  “Look at you, trying to spoil our fun! You think you can stop us?”

  The brawlers are thrown out of the festival grounds, humiliated and frustrated.

  Shauna (fuming):

  “We can’t let them get away with this. They’ve gone too far.”

  Kouchu (determined):

  “We’ll get back at them, and we’ll get the Crystal Balls too.”

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  [Scene 4 – The Brawlers’ Revenge]

  The brawlers regroup outside the festival, plotting their next move. Roaracryst is ready for action.

  Sakuro (grinning):

  “You know what? Let’s make sure they never mess with us again. Time for a little payback.”

  Kouchu (nodding):

  “Exactly. They think they can humiliate us, but we’re going to show them who’s in charge.”

  The brawlers sneak back into the festival, this time with a new plan. Roaracryst leads the charge, using his power to destroy the festival’s setups.

  Roaracryst (roaring):

  “Let’s cancel this party!”

  Roaracryst uses his elemental powers to tear down decorations, break the equipment, and cause a wave of destruction. Meanwhile, the Crystal Brawlers work together to retrieve the stolen items and, more importantly, the Crystal Balls that the Marukas have hidden.

  Kouchu (as he finds the Crystal Balls):

  “Got them! These belong to us!”

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  [Scene 5 – The Marukas’ Defeat]

  As the festival crumbles, the Marukas begin to panic. Their perfect event is ruined, and they’re left with nothing.

  Maruka Leader (furious):

  “You think you can just destroy everything we’ve worked for?! You’ll pay for this!”

  But Roaracryst’s rampage is too much for them to handle. The Marukas can only watch in disbelief as their plans fall apart.

  Kouchu (to the Marukas):

  “You were never going to get away with this. You’ve caused enough trouble.”

  Shauna:

  “Messing with the wrong people, huh?”

  With the Crystal Balls safely in their hands, the brawlers leave the ruined festival grounds, satisfied with their victory. But they know the Marukas won’t give up so easily.

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  [Scene 6 – The Marukas’ Vow of Revenge]

  As the brawlers leave the area, the Marukas stand in the distance, seething with anger.

  Maruka Leader (gritting his teeth):

  “You haven’t seen the last of us. We’ll make sure you regret this.”

  The Marukas vow to get revenge on the brawlers, setting the stage for their next encounter.

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  [Scene 7 – The Brawlers Move On]

  The brawlers continue their journey through Dark City, determined and more united than ever.

  Kouchu (smiling):

  “We’ve got the Crystal Balls back, and we’ve stopped their little festival. Now, let’s keep moving forward.”

  Sakuro (laughing):

  “That was fun! A little chaotic, but totally worth it.”

  Shauna (grinning):

  “Yeah, we definitely showed them who’s boss!”

  The camera pans out as the brawlers continue their path, unaware that the Marukas are planning their next move.

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  End of Episode 27