Kaiju Heart Chapter 3: The Parade of Shadows, Enter the King! (Patreon)

100 YEAR AGO

The sky grew ominously dark, a canvas for the jagged streaks of yellow lightning that danced through the swirling storm clouds. The wind howled relentlessly across an otherworldly valley, a place that defied all human comprehension. Here, colossal rock pillars pierced the heavens, their surfaces gleaming like precious gems. Mountains seemed to possess a life of their own, their forms shifting and undulating as if in a silent conversation with the earth.

Waterfalls flowed backward, their cascading waters defying gravity, while fields of vibrant blue lava burned in the northern horizon. This realm, this astonishing blend of magic and darkness, was the spirit world, a haven for supernatural beings that defied the laws of nature.

In the midst of this surreal landscape, she stood as a majestic figure, towering at a staggering 600 feet. Her alabaster skin was adorned with intricate blue scales, contrasting starkly with her ebony claws that gleamed menacingly. Flowing locks of midnight-black hair cascaded around her, framing her fearsome countenance. Her eyes, like orbs of sapphire fire, radiated an enchanting azure light that mirrored the tempestuous sky above.

With arms crossed, she gazed upward at the tumultuous heavens, where the dark canvas was constantly illuminated by the searing brilliance of yellow lightning.

As the colossal woman stood, entranced by the celestial spectacle above, the ground beneath her feet began to tremble, sending shockwaves through the very essence of the spirit world.

"Boom!" The earth erupted beneath her, shattering into a myriad of jagged crevices as a thunderous roar echoed throughout the valley. From the depths of the fractured ground emerged a creature unlike any she had ever encountered. Its massive form possessed skin as dark as the night, a polished surface that glistened like polished steel. Along its back, a robust, dark green shell stretched, adorned with enormous spikes that protruded ominously from its protective armor.

With a bellowing cry that reverberated through the valley, the creature asserted its dominance over this otherworldly realm. The air crackled with tension as the two titans locked eyes.

"Flariona," the enormous beast rumbled, revealing its formidable teeth with a sly grin.

The Great Azure Titan, known as Flariona, met the creature's gaze with unwavering determination. She brushed a strand of her ebony hair from her face and replied, "Galvan."

Galvan, his massive steps resonating through the earth, broke the silence. "How long has it been since we've seen each other?" His voice reverberated through the valley.

"500 years, I suppose," Flariona replied, her arms still crossed, her azure eyes never leaving Galvan.

"Yes, I suppose you're right. It has been that long since Ebodius summoned us for a meeting," Galvan said as he took a few steps closer.

"Stop," Flariona commanded, her eyes emanating a threatening light. "Move not one step closer." Blue flames erupted from her feet, enveloping her in a blazing blue aura.

Galvan, however, remained unfazed. "Oh, how beautiful," he remarked with wonder, watching the air crackle and burn around Flariona. "But still as hostile as ever," he added with a smile. "Come now, aren't we friends?"

"Friends?" Flariona's eyes darkened. "When did I ever become friends with someone as vile as you?" Her aura intensified, tearing through the once-mighty rock pillars that stood nearby. "Don't ever disrespect me by calling me your friend!" she roared, revealing her razor-sharp teeth.

"I forgot how arrogant you are, master of the blue flame," Galvan chuckled. "But you know, I still find it very curious that you can be so arrogant and not show your Normal Kaiju form," he taunted. "Still walking around looking like one of those little humans. I can't help but wonder why."

Flariona turned away from Galvan, her voice icy. "It's none of your business," she declared, her blazing aura calming down slowly.

The colossal titans fell silent, their immense presence hanging in the air as thunder continued to rumble above them. Then, a swirling orb of malevolent darkness materialized before their eyes, drawing their collective attention. The shadowy mass slowly dissipated like morning mist, revealing a titanic being that seemed to flow like an embodiment of darkness, with ghostly white eyes that pierced through the gloom.

"Hello, Necros," Galvan greeted with a touch of joy. "Long time no see."

"Galvan," Necros replied in a voice that whispered like the wind. His ethereal form held an air of mystery that seemed to transcend time.

The three Kaiju stood, facing one another in a tense silence, when suddenly, a high-pitched whistle cut through the air. All three turned their gaze skyward, where two objects hurtled toward the earth at blinding speeds. They struck the ground with an earth-shaking "BOOM!" sending rocks and dust flying in all directions.

"As noisy as ever," Galvan remarked with a wry smile.

As the dust settled, two massive entities came into view, their bodies adorned with large, bulky limbs.

"If it isn't the Kaiju Twins, Fye and Atax," Galvan exclaimed.

"Galvan, Flariona, Necros," Fye greeted with a nod. "It's been a long time."

Atax echoed his twin's sentiment. "Enough with the greetings," Flariona interjected impatiently. "When is everyone getting here?" she demanded.

Galvan's smirk grew wider. "Looks like everyone has already arrived."

A dense fog began to envelop the land, shrouding the five titans on all sides, its ethereal tendrils reaching high into the sky itself.

"So they've finally arrived," Atax proclaimed, his voice resonating with power.

"The Parade of Shadows," Fye added, their words laden with a sense of foreboding that hung heavy in the air.

The sky transformed, bathed in a brilliant yellow light that eclipsed the darkness. Flariona's eyes returned to the heavens above, and with reverence in her voice, she whispered, "He's coming. Ebodius."

As the storm clouds parted and the pillar of blinding light pierced the sky, the entire valley was filled with anticipation. Ebodius descended from the heavens, an awe-inspiring figure of celestial grandeur. He bore the countenance of a man with flowing, blond hair streaked with brown, his body adorned in shimmering brown scales. Magnificent, glass-like wings sprouted from his back, crackling with yellow electricity.

"All hail the king!" Galvan exclaimed with unbridled joy.

"All hail the king," echoed all the Kaiju in unison.

"ALL HAIL THE KING!!!" Their collective voices thundered across the land, so powerful that it dispersed the thick fog, revealing an army of gigantic Kaiju, each unique in shape and size.

Flariona, her gaze now softened, looked up at the ruler of them all with reverence. "All hail the king of the Kaiju," she proclaimed, her words carrying the weight of ages and the loyalty of her kind as they gathered to pay homage to the majestic Ebodius. In this realm of magic, darkness, and supernatural beings, they stood united under the reign of their formidable and revered king.