[Scene 1 – Arrival at Dark City]
The brawlers have finally arrived at the towering gates of Dark City, where the atmosphere is thick with tension. The city is dark, with neon lights and towering skyscrapers illuminating the night. Kouchu, Shauna, Sakuro, and the Crystal Monsters are filled with anticipation as they enter.
Kouchu (looking around):
“This place feels… different. Darker, somehow.”
Shauna:
“Just stay sharp. We’ve got to focus. The tournament’s coming up soon, and we can’t afford any distractions.”
The brawlers are unaware that the Menace Five are already watching them from the shadows, plotting their next move.
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[Scene 2 – The Menace Five’s Plan]
In a hidden lair beneath Dark City, Julia, Kathern, and the rest of the Menace Five gather around a holographic map, plotting their next move.
Julia (smirking):
“The brawlers are finally here. Let’s make sure Kouchu doesn’t get too comfortable.”
Kathern:
“Agreed. If we can get him on our side, we’ll have Roaracryst in no time.”
Hunter Grai (in the background):
“We’ll use the sleeping spray. It’ll knock him out long enough for us to make our move.”
The Menace Five prepare their plan to capture Kouchu, knowing he’s the key to getting what they want.
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[Scene 3 – Kouchu’s Capture]
Later that night, as the brawlers take a break in Dark City’s central plaza, they are unaware that the Menace Five are closing in on them. Julia and Kathern silently approach Kouchu from behind, using the sleeping spray to knock him out.
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Shauna (noticing the movement):
“Kouchu?! What’s happening—”
Before Shauna can react, Kouchu collapses, and the Menace Five quickly seize him. They tie him up and drag him toward their hidden lair, leaving no trace behind.
Sakuro (panicking):
“Where’s Kouchu? He was just right here!”
Shauna (worried):
“They must’ve taken him! We’ve got to find him, quick!”
The brawlers quickly regroup and follow the faint trail left by the Menace Five.
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[Scene 4 – The Menace Five’s Lair]
The Menace Five’s lair is a large, dimly lit room, filled with high-tech equipment and sinister machinery. Kouchu is tied to a chair in the center, struggling to break free from the ropes. Julia and Kathern stand over him, watching as he regains consciousness.
Kouchu (groggy, trying to move):
“What… What’s going on? Where am I?”
Julia (smiling coldly):
“Welcome to our little hideout, Kouchu. We’ve been waiting for you.”
Kouchu (gritting his teeth):
“I’m not joining you. I’ll never be a part of your plans.”
Kathern (taunting):
“Oh, but you will. You have no choice. You’ll help us get Roaracryst, or we’ll make your life a living nightmare.”
Kouchu (firmly):
“I’ll never give you Roaracryst. You’ll have to kill me first.”
Julia (smirking):
“We’re not interested in killing you. We have other ways to make you cooperate. You’ll see soon enough.”
The Menace Five then discuss how to force Kouchu to comply. They plan to use the missile, which will launch Kouchu toward Hunter Grai’s lair unless he hands over Roaracryst. Kouchu refuses, still resolute.
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[Scene 5 – The Missile Threat]
The Menace Five tie Kouchu to a missile aimed at Hunter Grai’s lair, designed to launch when triggered. Kouchu’s heart races as the countdown begins.
Kouchu (struggling):
“You won’t get away with this! Roaracryst will come for me!”
Kathern (mocking):
“Don’t be so sure. He won’t be able to stop us.”
The countdown hits 10 seconds, and the tension mounts as Kouchu knows he doesn’t have much time. But far away, Roaracryst, who had been searching for Kouchu, senses his trainer’s distress.
Roaracryst (determined, growling):
“Kouchu… I’m coming!”
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[Scene 6 – Roaracryst to the Rescue]
Roaracryst arrives at the Menace Five’s lair and immediately charges toward the heavily shielded building. Using all his strength, Roaracryst slams into the walls, trying to break through.
Roaracryst (roaring):
“Stay strong, Kouchu! I’m coming!”
Roaracryst’s power begins to break the shield that protects the lair. With a final burst of energy, Roaracryst shatters the window, flying into the room. Kouchu sees him and calls out.
Kouchu (yelling):
“Roaracryst, help! They’ve tied me to a missile!”
Roaracryst rushes to Kouchu, tearing the ropes with his claws. With just seconds to spare, Roaracryst manages to untie Kouchu before the missile launches.
Roaracryst (urgently):
“We’ve got to get out of here!”
Just as the missile is about to fire, Roaracryst pulls Kouchu to safety, narrowly avoiding the blast. The lair shakes from the near-detonation, but the two are safe for now.
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[Scene 7 – The Menace Five’s Lair, Tied Up]
With Kouchu free, Roaracryst grabs the remaining Crystal Balls that the Menace Five had hidden and ties the villains up with the ropes they used for Kouchu. The missile was set off…!
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End of Episode 28
