DCH 20
Defenders Chronicles: Highlander
By AmandaDoE
Chapter Twenty: Immortal Task
"So, what's the assignment today?" Richie asked. He looked over at Tori and a dark haired man along with a small group of other agents at the area.
"Mom said something about Immortals attacking the bay," Tori answered. The man looked at them, "Which is why I am also here."
"And you are?" Richie asked.
"My name is Jack," the man said. "And like you two, I am Immortal."
Tori and Richie looked at him in surprise.
"Surprised?" Jack smirked, "Well, I've been Immortal for over 200 years. A freak accident caused my first death."
"I was shot by a mugger," Richie revealed. "And that's what led to my first death, which happened this year."
"I was shot by a crazy Immortal hunting other Immortals," Tori added in, "and it was last year. So, you've been Immortal longer than the both of us."
"That's correct," Jack uttered
"Ready for our battle?" Richie asked.
"Yeah," Tori answered, "I believe I am."
"I believe so," Jack added with a smile.
The group arrived at the bay of San Francisco where three different Immortals were waiting for them.
"So, what are the names of our opponents?" Richie asked.
"The opponents are Nathan Scotts, an Immortal who is 600 years old," Janet explained via communicator, "Amber Smith, a 500 year old Immortal, and Josh Williams, a 800 year old Immortal. The mayor of San Francisco asked for us to take care of them as they have committed several terrorist act in this city."
"Time for us to make our move?" Richie asked.
"Allow me to let you guys know your opponents first," Janet answered before instructing, "Richard, your opponent will be Josh."
"Affirmative, leader," Richie replied, with his sword in hand.
"Jack, your opponent is Nathan."
"Affirmative, leader," Jack replied, readying his sword for battle.
"Alpha Team, prepare to engage."
Jack immediately went over to his opponent. Richie glanced over at Tori.
"Your mom assigned me to the oldest of the three Immortals," Richie stated.
"Mako was 755 years old when you took his head and he was big guns to the IUA," Tori replied, "while Annie Delvin was 150 years old when I took her head, and not as much of a big gun."
"Wow," Richie mouthed before he and Tori went to their respective opponents.
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Jack eyed Nathan. Both men had their swords in their hands.
"Having a rough day?" Jack asked, "because it seems that destroying the city with your terrorist acts is not the way to handle things."
"What's it to you?" Nathan retorted, "My boss knows what he is doing, and San Francisco will burn!"
"We'll see about that!" Jack exclaimed.
The two men proceeded to their duel. At first they were evenly matched as both men were not backing down.
Eventually, Jack gained the upper hand, impaled Nathan in the chest and pinned him to the ground. He then swung his sword and Nathan's head rolled.
Jack stood back up and prepared to take his opponent's Quickening. He felt energy get transferred into his body, and he felt a small surge of lighting. The area was on fire after the Quickening was done.
Jack was on his knees and panted, "Man, I can't wait to tell Cassandra about this one."
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Tori glanced at Amber. They both held their swords in their hands.
"Do you know that it is better than to leave well enough alone?" Amber retorted. Tori noticed her thick French accent.
"Ah, so you're French too?" Tori quipped, "Just like a good friend of mine."
The two women began their duel. Given that Tori had less experience with the Game, Amber was stronger in the battle than she was, and eventually knocked her down to the ground.
"It's curtains for you." Amber smirked, preparing to make the killing blow, but Tori managed to stand back up, regain her tachi and gained the upper hand against the French Immortal, disarmed her and Amber fell on her knees.
"Now it's curtains for you," Tori declared before she swung her tachi and took Amber's head. She rose up and took the energy from Amber's Quickening. She felt the surge of thunder go through her body.
Tori screamed as she felt the full surge of the Quickening. She ended up on her knees once the Quickening ended.
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Richie was face to face with Josh. Both men had their swords in their hands.
"So, you are a new kid, eh?" Josh asked with an arrogant smirk on his face.
"For the love of God," Richie groaned, annoyed. "I am only going to say this once, and only once: I am not a kid!"
The two men dueled. Both men were evenly matched initially. Josh was not doing himself any favors by insulting Richie, and repeatedly calling him a kid. Richie realized despite Josh being the leader of this terrorist trio and the oldest of the three immortals, he was quite arrogant, and he couldn't help but to wonder what made him leader.
Richie took a deep breath before gaining the upper hand against Josh and taking his head. He felt the energy of Josh's Quickening, and it was a powerful one at that. He screamed as he felt the lighting hit him and the full force of the Quickening.
Richie dropped to his knees, noticing the damages all around him as he looked up.
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Richie sat next to Tori in the meeting room. Jack was sitting right next to him as well. The city mayor thanked the IUA for their part in taking care of the terrorists that were causing danger to San Francisco. He didn't bother to ask about their whereabouts as he assumed they were dead as he was talking to Janet earlier after the battle ended.
"Today was quite interesting," Richie stated.
"I agree with you there, Richie," Jack said, "and this was my first time as an agent that I had to take on another Immortal."
"So it's your first Quickening?" Tori asked.
"No, no," Jack shook his head, "I've had Quickenings prior to being a part of the IUA."
"Gotcha," Richie replied.
As Janet entered the room, Richie remembered the first time he was in a meeting at the IUA and adjusted himself to where he was honoring formalities.
Janet glanced at the three Immortals, "I want to commend the three of you on your work today."
"Thank you, Leader," Jack replied.
"Yes, thanks, Leader," Richie added. Tori gave an acknowledging nod.
"I must admit, Richard," Janet told Richie, "you've improved a lot since we've first met."
"Thanks, Leader," Richie replied.
"I hope you continue to make good progress," Janet continued, "especially as you and my daughter will be moving with the Defenders of the Earth now."
Richie looked up in surprise. He looked at Tori, who appeared to be surprised as well, albeit not as much. In fact, she seemed to be excited, probably because she was about to reunite with family, which he was happy for her in that perspective, "I shall do my best. Thanks again, Leader."
"Your ride to Central City will be there for you two this evening," Janet informed the group, "and on that note, you are dismissed."
Richie stood up and followed Tori and Jack as the three of them left the room.
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Richie and Tori arrived at the mansion in Central City.
"So, now we are going to be seeing the Defenders this time," Richie smirked.
"That we are," Tori nodded, "the last time we met them, they came to us in Paris."
"And Ming had that woman to get me to sleepwalk," Richie added.
Flash met up with the couple with Rick in tow, "It's good to see you two again. Janet said you were coming."
"It's good to see the famous Flash Gordon again," Richie greeted him.
"Good to see you again too, Richie," Flash replied, shaking his hand, "and I hear you are now Immortal too."
"Yeah," Richie said.
"Hey Tori," Rick called. "Good to see you again, cousin. April would be here, but she's back at the Academy."
"It's all right," Tori hugged her cousin, "I know April misses me, and it's good to see you again."
"Let's all head back to the mansion and I'll introduce you two to the team again," Flash told the couple before they made their way inside the mansion.
Richie looked up. He couldn't wait to show the Defenders of the Earth what he had to offer as a member of their team.
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Chapters
Tori Gordon, a teenage operative for the Intergalactic Union Agency, transfers to a branch in Washington State, where she becomes involved in a battle between supernatural forces.
While reflecting on personal matters, Tori witnesses a stunning occurrence.
Richie introduces Tori to his friends, Duncan and Tessa, who detail the secret affairs of immortals.
As Tori begins learning more about her true nature, a teacher offers assistance.
Tori informs the Defenders that she plans to help Duncan and his companions.
Tori and Richie continue bonding as the IUA works with Duncan.
Tori is given a new task by her mother Janet.
Duncan and the group encounter Tori's teacher, Amanda. Tori learns that Duncan and Amanda have history.
9: Two Families, One Adventure
The Defenders arrive in Paris, where they unite with Tori's team.
Tori tends to an ailing Richie.
The group gains allies while investigating a new matter.
The search for Horton begins.
An old friend of Tori's reveals a darker side. Janet becomes involved in the current operation.
Duncan is told to be wary of a dark prophesy.
The team is menaced by Annie Devlin, an old associate of Duncan's.
Duncan begins refining Tori's skills.
Richie and Tori continue bonding.
A new woman comes into Richie's life.
Janet takes steps to make Richie an IUA operative.
Tori and her allies confront a number of enemies in the city.
The teams head out for a day of fun.
Rick's capture leads to a compromising situation as LJ and the others attempt a rescue.
Lucy, a dangerous immortal, targets Richie. Tori intervenes.
The IUA investigates when one of the Phantom's acquaintances is victimized by an immortal.
Richie and Tori return to Paris to assist with the mission, which is complicated by police involvement.
Duncan meets a woman who bears a strong resemblance to Tessa.
27: Can't Help Falling In Love
Kern, a vindictive old associate, returns to challenge Duncan.
Duncan attempts to work with the unstable David Keogh.
Charlie prepares to depart.
The group meet a girl named Michelle, who has just discovered her immortal nature.
Tori and Richie attempt to care for a younger boy named Kenny.
Everyone prepares for a holiday.
A mysterious statue creates chaos.
Joe and the team find others in need of their help.
Jedda and Tori have an intimate conversation.
Kalas haunts Richie and the others.
Duncan prepares for battle with Kalas and finds a surprise.
Kalas searches for Methos.
Tori worries as Richie begins taking chances.
Anne arrives.
41: The Exorcism of Richie Ryan
Richie requires assistance in getting back to normal.
The Defenders step in to assist with Kalas, and to help prevent the truth about Duncan's kind from leaking.
Duncan prepares to confront Kalas.
Duncan embarks on a private journey to Scotland. Jedda and Tori spar before an audience.
45: Walking On Shattered Glass
Duncan tries to intervene as Charlie clashes with Cord.
The current situation reminds Tori of a well-known scenario.
Amanda and Richie follow Duncan on a journey in secret, and end up defending themselves from a horde of ice robots.
The friends see Kenny again. Duncan suspects that a certain immortal is pursuing the child.
Seacouver is targeted by an ambitious supernatural woman named Sierra.
Duncan, Tori, and Richie investigate a matter from Duncan's past alongside the police.
The group is challenged by a charismatic new antagonist, Kamir.
The spellcaster Kristin Gilles arrives and pursues Richie. Mandrake offers assistance in thwarting her.
Duncan and his friends attempt to aid a pianist.
Anne and Jack participate in the latest endeavor.
Duncan falls under a dark influence temporarily.
Methos and the others reflect.
The exploits of Flash and his famed allies from Mongo are chronicled. Meanwhile, Zorelda reemerges.
The team members engage in sparring and storytelling during downtime.
The groups attempt to rescue Joe, who has been lured into a trap.
As tensions rise and truths are revealed, the team bands together in their effort to help Joe.
Richie makes a monumental decision.
As Tori and Richie prepare for the big day, opposing forces on Mongo makes plans of their own.
Katarina and Castra attempt to unite with the Defenders before Zorelda makes her move.
Zorelda arrives on Earth.
65: Setting Up The Rescue Mission
The groups outline their rescue effort.
Zorelda begins enacting her plan for Richie.
67: Mongo Showdown — Part One
Methos and Duncan engage in action on Mongo.
68: Mongo Showdown — Part Two
As the battle continues, Tori confronts Zorelda.
The group deals with the repercussions of their adventure and return to Earth.
Duncan's ally, Cassandra, relays a vision.
Tori and Richie encounter a cult. Duncan pursues Clay.
The Ryans foster a mysterious child who bears a resemblance to Tori.
Amanda and Maurice return as a new enigma arises.
Amanda engages in more questionable activity.
The group tries helping a woman who might be stalked by an old acquaintance of Duncan's.
76: All That Glitters Is Not Golden
Richie seeks to assist a childhood friend who's dealing with legal issues.
The Ryans encounter an apparent impostor, who also approaches Hadea.
An adversary known as Kronos targets Tori, seeking to exploit her intellect.
Richie and Duncan move to counter Kronos.
80: The Ransom of Richard Redstone
The Ryans depart for an undercover mission overseas.
The group make new acquaintances while pursuing a lead tied to a mysterious dancing event.
The enigmatic Keane arrives, wreaking havoc on several people's lives.
Duncan deals with a mischievous adversary named Byron. Jedda and Rick prepare for parenthood. Both Katarina and Jedda sense danger ahead.
Ming and Octon turn to a new ally.
Duncan is haunted.
The shape-shifter initiates a confrontation.
Ming shifts his focus to an isolated girl.
The Defenders unite with Tori's friends in an effort to stop Ahriman.
A climactic battle occurs as the Defenders clash with Ming, while Tori and Richie attempt to aid their friends.
90: Aftermath: The World Changes Forever
Everyone is affected by the recent events, which will have lasting repercussions.
Richie copes. Duncan travels overseas.
Joe, Amanda, and Duncan continue to hunt the enemy.
April locates Richie and provides an update on the current situation.
Richie is confronted by the opponent again.
Joe leads the investigation as everyone bands together.
The final clash begins.
Duncan makes a crucial discovery.
The key element to the plan is obtained.
The team proceeds with their endeavor.
100: The Last Stand — Part One
The group discovers that only one person can assist Duncan.
101: The Last Stand — Part Two
The battle reaches a conclusion.
Series finale.
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