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The AniX Cup Chronicles

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For the future generations to look upon, and so history will never be forgotten, all major events have been chronicled. Here is when the chapters of the AniX Cup will be recorded onto the scrolls of time. To be remembered, forevermore.

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Team Profiles

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Team Murasaki

Team Captian: Jessica_1v1v Alias: Murasaki-Kage Anime Counterpart: Shia from Pita Ten Pokemon: Espeon, Castform and Jirachi Brief Profile: Shia is a rare individual. She's a demon, but she's benevolent, which of course demons are not supposed to be. Although she's a demon outcast, (as she was even banished from hell) there are still some demons who are somewhat caring and loyal to her. An example of this would be her mentor Nya, a demon who assumes the form of a black cat. To make sure Shia was always watched over, Nya contacted an old friend of hers, an Espeon who she had met years ago. This Espeon is always by Shia's side as a loyal partner and friend. Her loving and caring personality is how she met her other 2 pokemon partners. The Pokemon of Wishes, Jirachi was naturally drawn to Shia's kind demeanor, as has been loyal to her since their first encounter. She met her Castform while in the wild. The Castform became obsessed with her staff which tip is quite similar to castform's body. These 3 pokemon will do anything to protect Shia, making her a powerful adversary. Although intially her skills are limited, her friendship with her pokemon partners may be a force that is impossible to handle.

Karma Faction

Team Captian: Kamiccolo63 Alias: Karma-Kage Anime Counterpart: Andrew Waltfield from Gundam Seed Pokemon: Cubone, Eevee and Abra Brief Profile: Andrew Waltfield was a ZAFT Soilder Elite. He always carried out his missions successfully with as little casualities as possible. Because of this, many would believe him to be a cold heartless killer, but this was not the truth, especially in the case of Operation Desert Coffin. The mission was to destroy a nearby cavein order to prevent the Earth Alliance from using them as rebel bases. This was before Waltfield had earned the name of Desert Tiger and he was just a regular soldier. The Team Commander immediately ordered that all the caves be lined with explosives. Waltfield objected because it was common fact that Pokemon resided in the caves. The Commander didn't care and authorized the commencement of the mission and caused a cave in. Defying orders Waltfield took his Bucue and headed to the cave to try and save the surviving pokemon. Using his Bucue he dug away some of the rock to find a Cubone, Eevee and Abra. Just as he was about to take them into his Bucue the cave began to shake once again. Waltfield then protected the pokemon with his life (also giving the scar on his left eye) He managed to return to the base where he was suspended under several violations of martial law. But his humanity proved useful when the rebels launched a sneak attack later that night. If it wasn't for the pokemon's natural ability to sense danger and their assistance in the battle, they were sure to have been wiped out. In gratitude, Waltfield kept the 3 pokemon and trains them when not out in the battlefield. They always help him out in life threatening situations and have even earned honours amongst the ZAFT Military. Because of this, Waltfield considers them to be his greatest weapons.

Team Krypton

Team Captian: Usukifrenzky Alias: Krypto-Kage Anime Counterpart: Joey Wheeler from YuGiOh Pokemon: Suicune, Dragonair and Milotic Brief Profile: Grace, elegance and beauty are 3 words that basically summarize the 3 pokemon Suicune, Dragonair and Milotic. Which is why it is surprising that of all people to use this team of three, Joey Wheeler prefers it most. Joseph is a hyperactive hothead and has been known to be dense at many times. It would be impossible for one as him to comprehend the depth of any one of these pokemon. Of course there's a reason behind everything. Joey's care for his little sister is legendary and seems to have no apparent bounds. Since they were seperated when they were small, Joey had devoted his life to making sure he could make his siter happy. Serenity has a fasination with mystical pokemon, especially dragons and the legendary Suicune. For quite some time, Joey made it his lifegoal to get his sister at least 3 pokemon she could treasure for all her life. Joey spent months climbing mountains, searching in caves and rivers and fishing for dragon pokemon tha he could bring to Serenity. He knew it was basically futile to try and catch Suicune, but as we already know, Joey has incredible luck. After camping in the wild for 13days straight still searching, Joey tripped on a slippery shore and fell into a river and over the classic waterfall. A fall like that was sure to kill him, but luckily Suicune was purifying the waters the waterfall fell into and sensed Joey's danger. Becuase Joey was doing such a noble deed for his sister, Suicune dubbed him to be pure of heart and rescued him from his fatal fall. Suicune brought the unsconscious Joey to infamous Dragon Cave, where almost every type of dragon pokemon lived. When Joey woke up, he noticed that a baby dratini and friend feebas had taken a liking to him. Joey captured the 2 and trained them until eventually they evolved into their present forms. Becuase of Joey's love for his sister, his one a lucky individual who can call upon Suicune in his time of need. And the fact that joey has the best luck around and a passion to never stay an underdog ensures that he'll be a tough foe in the AniX Cup.

Team Vengeance

Team Captian: Elysha2004 Alias: Vengeance-Kage Anime Counterpart: Temari from Naruto Pokemon: Mew, Mewtwo and Ninetails Brief Profile: Temari was a genin (now jounin) from the Hidden VIllage of Sand. She's most commonly known as the eldest of the 3 Sand Siblings. Temari may be a caring individual with those she trusts, but can become completely heartless if neccessary on the battlefield. Many fear her extraordinary skills and rarely attempt to get on her bad side. It's a well known fact that Temari has an amazing collection of rare pokemon at her disposal. But to this very day, it is still unknown how she obtained them all. Perhaps using her skills she hunted and captured them all. And maybe she formed some sort of Kuchiyose (Summoning) agreement with the legendaries, which of course is a speciality of hers. Then stands the fact that both her father and brother held the title of KazeKage, mostly likely giving her connections with people and places. The one pokemon however that people have ever witnessed her attempting to capture was a mysterious Nine-Tails. According to Temari the Fox Pokemon reminded her tremendously of someone who had saved a loved one of hers, someone who she owed deeply. And although not a legendary, Temari's Nine-Tails has been known to be on par with those such as the Legendary Dogs and Birds. With an arsonal of rare pokemon, an extremely cunning mind plus a really cool fan, Temari is sure to take the AniX Cup by storm. Definately worth an entry in the other competitors' Bingo Books.

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Introduction

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The ever popular Air Faerie Cloud is home to a vast number of different guilds, most importantly (in this case) the guild of AniX-2.0. A few things makes this guild stand out from others (such as they were once attacked by a mutant Snorlax) But the AniX Guild is known most for their tendency to turn awkward events into giant contests (although the results of those contests are another story) This story is no different. For the origin of the AniX Cup is quite awkward indeed.

It all began while Yoh and Andrew were showing the council members "the secret rooms" of the guild.

This is Admin control, when we control things like message deleting, layout control and member banning" Yoh shot a look at Andrew.

Andrew responded with a pair of shifty eyes. "What?"

They walked into another room. "These are the council's separate offices where they handle guild problems, like contests, awards etc."

And this is the end of the tour. This is the council's private chatroom where we have council meetings and discuss important events" Yoh said as he opened the door.

Dust flew out of the room. There were cobwebs everywhere and actually mold growing in some areas.

Erm, yah we've been planning to fix that" Yoh quickly reclosed the door.

The new council member, Temari chuckled. "Very amusing"

The four council members began walking back down the hall when the other new council Joey noticed something.

Hey, you never showed us what was in that room." Yoh and Andrew stopped.

Hmm" Andrew said puzzled. "Come to think of it, I've never been in that room."

Yoh walked to the door. "I think it's just storage, nothing important"

Before he could open it he heard a large crash in the guild. All four turned around to see a girl dressed in a white dress with a staff with a crystal orb on the top standing before them.

Andrew stepped backwards and began to chuckle nervously.

Um excuse me, you are you and why did you just crash in like that?" Yoh asked He looked at Andrew "And why do you seems so nervous Andrew"

The little girl lowered her eyes. "Yes, why don't you tell them Andrew."

Is that the Co-owner Madison you were talking about?" asked Temari.

Yoh began to answer but the girl interrupted him. "Madison won't be coming back ever"

They all gasped. Joey slammed his foot in the ground. "What did you do to her!"

The girl pointed her staff at Andrew who was slowly moving backwards. "Why don't you ask Waltfield over there."

Yoh sighed. "I recognize that temper anywhere."

Temari and Joey looked confused. "What do you mean?"

Yoh turned towards Andrew. "What'd you do to Madison?"

Andrew froze. "Hehe nothing much. I just sorta switched her body with Shia from Pita Ten"

Why?" asked Temari.

More like how" said Joey

Well it call started one day I went into my office to get a cup of coffee. When to my shock I couldn't find my coffee maker OR m year supply of coffee beans. I searched all over the guild, but couldn't find it anywhere. When I went back to my office I saw that where my coffee maker had been, a slushie maker."

Shia growled. "So what made you automatically think it was me?"

The slushie maker was purple and was ordered from Violet industries" he replied.

Opps" she said.

Yare yare" Yoh sighed. "You two are always getting yourselves into trouble." He turned around. "What were we doing again?"

Checking out the storage room" answered Joey.

Yoh yawned. "I think I kept a spare coffee maker in here, I'll go check."

I wonder what else you keep in there." said Temari

Might as well all go in and check" said Shia, who was still giving Andrew a dirty glare.

So the 5 council all went inside and began checking through all the boxes.

After a few hours of searching, the members all collapsed.

Temari fell on her fan "I never knew that you guys stored every message ever posted in here. So much SPAM"

So much Yoh and Joey spam" Shia sighed. "Over 3000+ posts of spam."

Hey!" Joey and Yoh protested.

Joey opened a box. "Look it's Andrew's to do list. #1. Buy coffee. #2 Buy sleeping pills. #3 Offer members Autumn and Kelly some coffee. #4. Party."

Andrew grabbed the list from Yoh. "Erm, this isn't mine. He shoved the list in his pocket."

Shia opened up a box. "Yoh, why doe we have a Box full of matches marked 5 hours of fun?"

Temari jumped up. "So THAT'S where that went. I was bored for 5 hours cause I lost that."

Shia picked up her Neonav. "Hello operator, I'd like Neo Insurance Inc.."

Yoh rubbed his head. "Why did we come in here again? I'm so dizzy. I wonder if there's a pillow in one of these boxes."

He turned and saw a box marked "A.C"

We have an Air Conditioner in here too?" he gasped. He opened the box and looked inside, "Wha? This isn't an Air Conditioner. It's a cup."

As soon as he picked up the cup it began to glow, lighting up the room.

My eyes" yelled Joey.

I didn't do anything!" Temari said nervously throwing the box of matches back to the ground"

What's you do Yoh!" Madison yelled.

A voice began to project itself in the room. "Honestly, did it take you that long to find me"

The light began to dim, but the cup Yoh held still glowed.

Who said that?" Joey said with his teeth beginning to chatter

I did!" the voice replied.

Suddenly a giant holographic head appeared from inside the cup. The head appeared to that of a giant dog.

Temari gasped. "I know you. You're one of the Copy Ninja's Nin-Kins. (Ninja dog)"

Yoh looked up. "Ahh, Pakkun"

The dog hologram nodded his head. "Yes, I am the Kakashi's Nin-Kin Pakkun. I appear before you to grant the holder of the Cup the ultimate power to control all."

They all gasped. "What?"

Yes, such is the legend of the Mystical AniX Cup. Who ever wields it will grant amazing power. And I shall grant it to the holder of the cup."

WHAT?" yelled Andrew. "You're giving YOH the power to control all?"

Yoh gasped. "That's too much responsibility. I can barely control the guild."

Temari stepped up. "Well then if it's too much for you to handle Yoh-kun I'll gladly take it off you hands*

She tried to grab the cup and a force field blocked her from touching it.

Yoh looked in shock. "What the?"

He tried dropping the cup, but it appeared in his other hand. He tried throwing it back in the box, but it reappeared in his hand. He threw it ot the door of the room and shut his fists. It appeared on his head

STOP THAT" Pakkun ordered. "I'm getting airsick."

AHHHHH it's like watching Click all over again!" he screamed.

Wait a minute." Shia asked. "If this cup is so powerful, why was it just sitting in this storage room?"

Didn't you know? Every guild comes with a mystical powerful cup. It's usually sitting on the homepage waiting for the guild leader to find it when the guild is created." Pakkun explained.

Soka" Yoh said, so that's what that box was.

What?" the other 3 council exclaimed.

Well remember I made the guild on X-Mas. And when I came, I found a box marked AC on the homepage. I thought all the guilds came with air conditioning, but it was winter and we didn't need it, so I put it in the storage room til summer came." He chuckled nervously as a tear of sweat dropped down his face.

The other council fell to the floor.

You can't be serious" sighed Ely. "You're giving HIM the ultimate power?"

Well we could always work something out." said Pakkun.

Their ears opened up. "We're listening."

Well originally the power is always the right of the Guild leader. But if that leader doesn't claim the power within 6 months, then the rest of the council is eligible to it." he replied.

What? Why is that?" Andrew asked.

Pakkun disappeared and a contact appeared in the hologram. It'll all part of the regulations. And Yoh agreed to the terms, see?" The hologram focused in on Yoh's signature on the contact."

All their jaws dropped open.

Shia slammed her staff into Yoh's head. "You signed a CONTRACT?"

Yoh sweatdropped again. "I thought it was a mail package you had to sign for.

The council fell again.

Pakkun returned. "Since it was been past 6 months since that time, the one other council member can challenge Yoh for the power of the AniX Cup. Only ONE."

They all gasped. "Only one?"

Yes, only one. It'll be up to you four to decide which one of you will be that person."

Joey stepped up. "I think I speak for the entire council when I say that I am most worthy"

Temari smacked Joey in the head with her fan. "I think not"

Andrew smirked. "It's obvious that since I've the oldest of all the council (anime character-wise) I should be that person."

Like Temari, Shia slammed her staff into Andrew's head. "Why so you can switch other people's bodies when you get bored?"

The four began bickering with each other. Yoh sighed. "Doesn't anyone care about me?"

A few hours later

Yoh sat on a box, watching as they continued arguing.

This may never stop." he sighed

Suddenly the noise stopped. They stepped forward.

Alrite we've come to a decision" they said.

And that is?" asked Pakkun.

Joey leapt forward. "We're all going to compete against each other for that right. And YOU'RE going to judge us doggy boy."

Pakkun began. "Well I think that's a— WHAT?"

Temari snickered. "That's right. We've decided to compete for the power. The one most worthy will win. You'll set up the challenges and the ones who do the best at them will earn the right to challenge Yoh for the Cup."

Erm.. No, you see, that wasn't in the contract and. not in my job description.. and.." Pakkun stammered.

Yoh smiled. "I like that idea. We can get the entire guild to help out. In fact, let's head to Konoha right now"

Yoshu!!" The council all agreed.

No, you see I'm only just…. you can't…. I mean honestly… " Pakkun continued. "Aww man….

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Contest #1

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The AniX Council began their journey to Konoha.

They all took out their Neonavs when suddenly all but Yoh stopped.

What's wrong?" asked Yoh?

We're going to Konoha? Rite?" asked Andrew.

Pakkun began to glow from the AniX Cup "Yes that's what you foolish children decided"

Um, how exactly are we GETTING to Konoha from Neopia?" asked Temari

Yoh fell to the ground. "I was expecting that was the other 3, but YOU Temari? You LIVE in the Village of Sand. You're practically neighbours to Konoha"

True, BUT I always fly around using my fan. PLUS it has an auto pilot, so I don't EXACTLY know how to get whenever I go." she replied

So why don't you just use your auto pilot to fly to Konoha?" asked Joey

Temari sighed. "It's a long story. I'll just say that someone broke it."

In a distant land, a young red haired boy helped a group of little children build sand castles sneezed, toppling them.

Is something wrong Kazekage-sama?" one of the children asked.

The boy rubbed his nose. "It must be nothing" He said with a smile.

Back at AniX.

Anyways, how ARE we getting there?" Temari asked again

Yoh sighed "You people are hopeless"

Shia rolled her eyes. "You're one to talk"

Alrite alrite, here's how it goes. Everyone meet me at the Symol Hole in Meridell" he replied. He opened a portal with his Neonav and disappeared,.

The symol hole?" the other 4 pondered.

Later at the Symol Hole……

So what exactly can we get to Konoha from here?" Joey asked confused

Allow me to explain" said Yoh. "Various places in Neopia are connected to the Anime World. For example, the space station is connected to PLANT's of the Coordinators; Krawk Island is connected to the Grand Line from One piece and beat of all, Kredulor is connected to the Moon Kingdom of the Silver Millennium"

I see" they all exclaimed.

Basically to get to a place in the Anime world, you just have to find its connector in Neopia." he continued.

So what exactly are we doing at the Symol Hole?" asked Andrew.

Shia sighed. "Isn't it obvious?"

Not entirely" replied Joey,

Temari rolled her eyes. "Were you 2 even listening?"

Both of them glanced at each other. "Not entirely"

The ladies did an anime drop.

Fine I guess I'll just show you guys the hard way." Temari grinned,

Andrew and Joey began to worry because of the look on her face. "Whart do you plan to do?"

She took out her fan

Oh no. You wouldn't."

She opened it up to one star.

Of course she wouldn't!!" they began to step back.

She opened it to the second star.

They gasped. "YOUR CRAZY!" they yelled.

She opened the last star.

Ok" they said slowly. "If we step back slowly, she might calm down." They stepped back,

Temari shut her fan.

You see, I knew that'd work" Joey grinned.

Shia and Yoh snickered.

What's so funny?" Andrew asked?

They both pointed down.

Eh" They both fell inside the symol hole.

KYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA"

The other laughed and jumped in.

The AniX Cup began to glow. "Just for the fun of it, the first competition will be to see who can reach Konoha first."

Temari and Shia gasped. "What? That's not fair, those idiot's got a head start!"

Well those two will complete against each other. You two will compete." Temari glared at Shia. "Alrite then."

Oh look, Volcano Run is the featured game today." Yoh giggled.

They looked at him weirdly. "What does that have to do with anything?"

Nooooothing" Yoh said slyly. "Well I guess the first competition begins now."

They all nodded

Ready, On your Marks, get set, GO!!" .

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Contest 1 Results

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Andrew and Joey heard Pakkun's declaration. They looked at each other competitively.

Joey smirked. "I don't plan to lose to you"

Andrew smiled. "You don't have much choice in the matter."

Joey immaturely stuck out his tongue. "We'll see about that." He took out his Neonav 2.0. "Pet Central, My Items, Pokebelt"

A belt containing 3 red black and white balls appeared on his waist.

He winked. I'll take the lead now. "Poketeam! I choose you!"

2 long slender dragon-like creatures and a wild beast with ribbons flowing in the wind appeared from bright lights flashing from the balls.

Andrew gasped. "That's cheating!"

Joey grinned. "There are no rules saying otherwise." He looked at his pokemon. "Everyone, use surf!!"

The 3 pokemon unleashed massive currents of water from apparently no where at all. Andrew grabbed the walls of the halls to avoid being swept away. Joey jumped on one of the dragons while the other 2 returned into the balls.

Cya later!!" he cackled as the dragon dove into the water and began speeding down the water like a torpedo.

Andrew clenched his teeth. "2 can play at that game!" he growled pulling out his own Neonav.

Meanwhile near the entrance of the hole, Shia and Temari begin their competition.

Temari smiled confidently. "Tell you what, to be fair, I'll let you go first."

Shia frowned. "That's mean, you under estimate me greatly."

Or maybe I'm just really confident that I'll win this round." she replied.

Fine, let the best competitor win." said Shia as she jumped in the hole.

A few minutes later Temari jumped in as well. All the while Yoh sat at the top of the hole.

Aren't you going to go to see who wins?" asked Pakkun

Nahh" yawned Yoh. "I know how it'll end. Besides I'll get there before they do anyways?"

How?" Pakkun replied amazed.

Yoh smiled. "You should watch Bleach."

A short while later.

Yes, there's the entrance to Konoha." Joey yelped in glee. "This wasn't a contest at all."

A voice echoed from the hole. "Don't kid yourself."

Joey looked behind himself in shock and saw Andrew floating behind him.

How? It's impossible!" he gasped.

A Cubone jumped up from Andrew's shoulder and smacked Joey in the head.

Andrew winked. "Nothing's impossible when your Abra knows teleport."

In a flash of light Andrew disappeared to the finish line. Joey waved his fist in anger! In a flash Andrew crossed the finish line, which was conveniently placed next to Ichiraku's Ramen.

Andrew smiled with pride. "First here of course."

Beside him he heard a voice cry out. "5TH'S PLEASE!"

He looked over to see Yoh pouring Ramen into the AniX cup and gulping it down.

Andrew's jaw dropped. "HOW?"

Yoh turned around. "Ah you made it? 'Bout time, you should try the ramen here. It's delish!"

But-but-but-but!" Andrew stammered. "I teleported!"

Yoh winked. "I took the shortcut."

What shortcut?"

The flash-step-through-here-short-cut!" Yoh replied shoving another cup of ramen down his throat.

The wha?" he asked confoundly

Yoh sighed "You children need to watch Bleach."

A tidal wave of water fell from the sky, with Joey falling with it. He landed directly on his head on the roof of Ichiraku's Ramen.

Ow!" he groaned.

Andrew smiled. "Enjoy your swim?"

Joey frowned. "Diry cheater!"

I believe it was you who said 'There are no rules saying otherwise.'" Andrew smirked.

Joey growled.

Back in the sky, Temari on her Fan and Shia holding onto her staff like a broom closed in on the finish line neck to neck.

Temari smiled. "You were right Shia, I shouldn't have underestimated you, but this is where I take the lead."

She jumped off her fan doing a double somersault in the air. Then opening up her fan.

Daikamaitachi no Jutsu!" she yelled as thrust her fan forwards. her fan created a tremendous whirlwind that gave her an amazing boost in speed and also attacked Shia. Shia effortlessly put up a forcefiled, but couldn't catch up to Temari as she crossed the finish line.

Pakkun appeared from the AniX cup. "Grrrr." he growled.

What's wrong with you." Temari asked as she walked over to the Ichiraku Stand

Yoh smiled as he poured more ramen into the cup. "He's just angry that now he has to pay for my meal."

Shia gently floated into the stand. "Why?"

Pakkun frowned. "I bet Yoh if he correctly guessed who would win and how, I'd take him out to lunch. If he lost, he'd buy me a year's supply of Floral green Shampoo and Kibbles and Bits."

The other four blinked in confusion. "Ok….."

Welps" said Yoh "Since we're here we can start the official competition. The current score is Temari of Team Venegeance and Andrew of the Karma Faction with one point each, while Joey of Team Krypton and Shia of Team Murasaki still have none. But this proves nothing as now that the real game starts, the tables will turn quickly."

They all looked at each other as Yoh finished his last bowl. "Are you guys ready?"

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Contest 2

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What was that about?" asked Temari.

What was what?" Yoh replied.

Why did you create such a dramatic moment?" Andrew began

And suddenly stop?" Joey concluded.

Shia started at Yoh oddly and Yoh shifted his eyes back and forth.

You 4 are being paranoid." he said quickly changing the subject. "Anyways as I was saying, it's time for the next contest."

Where do we have to go specifically?" Pakkun asked nervously.

What's with that tone?" Yoh inquired

Betsuni." he muttered. "Anyways answer my question."

We don't have to go anywhere." Yoh said.

Why not?" asked Shia.

Because the Challenge-Givers are coming to us." he smiled.

Wait, you aren't creating all the contests yourself?" demanded Temari.

Yoh smirked. "I don't think you guys would be able to survive for many pie eating contests"

The council members stepped back in fear. "Yes, good point."

So when should they get here?" inquired Shia.

Hmm what time is it?" asked Yoh.

About 3 o'clock." she answered.

Well they'll be arriving, right, about, now" said Yoh slyly.

The clock in the restaurant struck 12 and immediately two giant clouds of dust turned a corner of the street and rocketed towards Ichiraku's. The four council jumped back in caution while Yoh remained sitting calmly.

Yoh!" yelled Shia. "You're going to get yourself killed!"

Yoh stuck his tongue and smiled. "Relax! This happens all the time."

The 2 waves of dust collided into the restaurant stand. There's was a giant crash on impact. The council looked on with shock.

That's gotta hurt." remarked Joey.

Shia rolled her eyes. "I warned him."

But as the smoke cleared, it revealed that Yoh had not been hurt at all. Sitting on either side of him was a boy with a Konoha forehead protector. One with long flowing orange hair, wearing magenta coloured armor sat to Yoh's left. The other with short spiky blond hair wearing an orange and black tracksuit sat to Yoh's right. All three of the boys sat held their hands out towards Teuchi the chef and in unison all stated:

Teuchi-ogeesan, I'd like the 12 o'clock half price special!"

Teuchi smiled as if this was routine for him. It appeared that it was, as he had already had the 3 boy's orders completed before they even asked. He and his daughter Ayame served them their orders, and the boys began to eat. The Anix council looked on with awe, wonder, shock and mostly disgust.

After eating for a bit, the orange haired one spoke. "It's strange, Yoh-kun. You've never been here early before. What's the occasion?"

Yoh slurped a pile of noodles into his mouth before answering. "Well Chouji-san, I came to konoha today, not just for Ichiraku's 12 o'clock special. Actually I have business here."

The yellow haired one interrupted with his mouth full. "Ehhh??? What kind of business?"

Yoh smirked. "Always so noisy, Naruto. But anyways I'm here because my guild council I've told you both so much about is having a contest." he stared sternly at Pakkun in the AniX Cup. "Something that was started by this one."

Pakkun sulked. "I never asked for this."

Naruto stopped with his ramen still dangling from his mouth. "Ehhh Pakkun! Kaka-sensei's been-"

Yoh's hand holding the Cup jumped up and shoved itself in Naruto's mouth.

Nan-dattebayo?" Naruto bellowed. "What are you doing?"

Yoh shoved his foot in Naruto face in an attempt to pull his hand out. Both ended up flying backwards to either end of the shack. Both lay them seemingly unconscious with their eyes spinning.

The council (still standing in awe and shock and etc…) sweatdropped.

Two figures jumped off a nearby roof and down to the shack. They landed next to Chouji who ceased his eating.

One of the figures was a girl with long blond hair held in a ponytail, wearing a purple button up top and skirt. The other was a boy with black spiky hair tied up in a ponytail at the top of his head, wearing a black long sleeved tunic, a green vest and black pants.

Temari smiled. "Shikamaru, what brings you here?"

The boy turned. "Temari? I could ask you that. The next chuunin exam isn't for a while."

You 2 know each other?" asked Andrew.

Joey smiled goofingly. "Maybe he's her boyfriend."

Shikamaru and Temari growled then both bellowed. "NOT EVEN!"

Joey continued laughing until Temari slammed his head into the ground with her fan.

Shikamaru sighed. "Matteku, so troublesome."

Temari rolled her eyes. "Anyways you never answered my question."

I came looking for my comrade since he have an important mission given to us directly by the Godaime." he answered unenthusiastically. "Of course we knew he'd be here."

The girl stood beside Chouji pulling his ear. "You KNOW we have a mission and you're on a DIET! What are you DOING CHOUJI!!"

Chouji whined in pain. "Gomennesai Ino-chan! But please, let GO!"

NO!" Ino growled. "This is the only way you'll learn!"

She took his remaining ramen and poured it into the bowl beside it.

Chouji sulked. "You're so cruel."

Yoh and Naruto jumped up. "That's my bowl!!"

They both began fighting over the bowl like a pair of ninken of a piece of steak.

Shia grabbed the bowl and screamed. "WOULD EVERYONE CALM DOWN?" Complete silence followed. She blinked in amazement. "Wow, that actually worked."

Andrew sipped his thermos of coffee. "Could we please get back to the important matter here? The AniX Cup?"

Everyone else began to mutter. "No seriously, where the hell is he getting those from?"

He sighed. "Yoh, are these 3 the challenge givers for this contest?"

Yoh gasped. "Oh yah, that's right."

Everyone except Yoh (and Naruto who was probably the most lost out of everyone) sweatdropped.

Is this the favour you asked of us?" asked Shikamaru.

It is." answered Yoh. "I know it seems you may be busy, but could you?"

I would, but after this mission I have to stop the Invasion of the Neo-world connected to Konoha." he glanced at Andrew. "To stop it I have to use my Shougi skills, so I'm afraid I can't help you.

Yoh looked at Ino. "Gomen ne, but after our mission I'm busy 2. Sakura and I are going on a shopping spree. Naruto claims he's treating."

Naruto gasped. Yoh frowned and looked lastly at Chouji.

Gomen ne, Yoh-kun. But you know me. After the mission I'm coming here for some gourmet bowls of ramen."

Yoh sighed. "Ok thanks anyways."

They all winked at Yoh and jumped to the top of the shack.

Come." said Shikamaru, "The Godaime is going to give us our mission. It most likely involves…. them."

Yoh glanced up for a second before they all disappeared.

That was worthless." growled Temari. "They didn't even give us a challenge."

Yoh smiled. "Or did they?"

Wha?" asked Joey (still under her fan) "I heard them all say they were busy.

Or were they?" Yoh smirked.

They all looked at Yoh grimly,

Yoh grinned. "All I can tell you, is that I'll be expecting you all to try your best. Since Temari faced Shia and Andrew faced Joey, we'll switch it so the losers face the winners. So Joey will be facing Temari, and Shia will be against Andrew."

Joey growled. "My honourable opponent, can you get this STUPID FAN OFF ME?"

Temari slammed her fan deeper into the ground. Naruto sat there (still dumbfounded) and remembered the bowl of ramen.

Ok since you all are about to leave, can I have my ramen?" he asked

It's MY RAMEN!" Yoh snapped.

The two growled at eachother. Pakkun sighed. "I'd give a bonus prize to anyone if they could tell me whose ramen it really belonged to."

O well." said Yoh. "Anyways, the second contest begins NOW"