As Neo and Torta follow Vermilla, Vermilla shifts their eyes to thermal to find Ruby. Vermilla manages to find Ruby held up at the big top after everyone had left. Neo and Torta follow Vermilla into the big top and found Ruby hanging over a large body of water. Just then the group is ambushed by the Ironclaw raiders. As they defeat the Raider, Vermilla sees Mr. Oswald next to a lever as he pulls it lowering Ruby into the water. Vermilla quickly flies towards Ruby, cutting the rope and catching them as they fall. "Thanks for the save there Vermilla. See you've managed to find help." Say Ruby as they climb up on Vermilla. "This is too far Copperhead! Putting the fear of a croc in them is one thing but feeding them to one?!" Mr. Oswald said having finally snapped. " Oh come on Ozzy. It was going to be spectacular sight to witness. And besides, we both know you wouldn't want to be in those waters." Said Copperhead with a sinister grin. "They're all yours Sebal. Try not to rough them up to much." Copperhead says before leaving.
"Is that all they've got?" Zafira says with confidence. "Should have known the Raiders would pull a stunt like this. How far will they go for some legend?" Ask Tuga. "I'm just glad Ruby is alright now." Says Zafira before giving a thumbs up to Ruby and Vermilla. Before they could leave, a loud roar can be heard followed by the sound of stomping metal. "Not surprised Copperheads stupid plan was a failiure. Now, I to clean up his mess. Starting with you!" Sebal says as Swordtooth charges for Torta, biting through her shell. Torta yelps in pain and tries to shake the feline of to no avail. Swordtooth senses Vermilla flying towards her and throws the turtle at Vermilla. Vermilla is knocked out the sky and falls to the ground with Torta. Just then, Neo bites Swordtooths left hind leg and throws her away from Torta and Vermilla. "Listen here asshole! You think taking people hostage is funny? You think harming people is necassary for your bullshit legend?! Like hell we're going to allow scum like you to roam free!" Say an angered Zafira as Neo makes an enraged roar. "So this is the hybrid I've been hearing about. Not surprised that a traitor like you would get in the way of our goals. I'm just surprised you lasted this long." Say Sebal. "How about I correct this mistake, permanently!" Sebal says as Swordtooth roar at Neo.
Neo and Swordtooth charge at each other. Neo sinks his teeth into the side of Swordtooth. Swordtooth slashes at Neos face trying to get him to let go. As soon as Neo loosen his grip, Swordtooth bites into Neos neck causing bioluminesent blue blood to drop from the wound. Neo tries to shake her off but Swordtooth proceeds to wrestle Neo to the ground. Claws from the feline slash the tyrannosaurs mechanical hide resulting in roars of pain from Neo. Neo pushes Swordtooth with his leg, sending the feline flying. Swordtooth lands on her feet and sees Neo struggles to get up. Swordtooth, seeing an opportunity, charges at Neo hoping to finish him off. Just then, Neo and Zafira feel a surge of energy flow through them. Neo charges at Swordtooth, his thrusters emitting more energy than before. A quick slash is heard before silence as the Mekanimal stand motionless. A loud thud breaks the silence as Neo collapses from exhaustion. Sebal sees the fallen tyrannosaur before noticing a shine near Swordtooth. He looks and realizes that Neo had managed to break one of Swordtooths saber fangs. "Lucky shot for a metal lizard. Consider yourselves lucky this time but we'll make you wish you weren't next time. Lets go Swordtooth." Says Sebal before leaving. Neo and Zafira look as Sebal and Swordtooth leave the big top before everything goes black as consciousness fades.
Zafira wakes up in a medical clinic. Groggy from the fight, Zafira is barely able to stand on her feet but proceeds anyway. Tuga and Ruby notice and rush towards Zafira glad to see her alive. Zafira asks about the current state of the Mekanimals. "They've taken quite the beating but the doctors said they'll be fine." Tuga Says comforting Zafiras worries. Zafira grabs her blue coat ready to leave only to stagger from exhaustion. Ruby was able to catch Zafira and helped her on her way to Neo and the others. Zafira, Tuga, and Ruby see their respective Mekanimals before getting on top of them. "So what happened to that Oswald guy anyway?" Asked Zafira. "While you were out cold, the Defenders showed up and arrested Mr. Oswald. Although, I think its more accurate to say he turned himself in." Ruby answered. Zafira and Tuga begin to leave to circus and head out to the next town. Just then, Neo and Torta look to see Vermilla follow them. Ruby explains how the circus won't be able to do performances until the investigation is over. Ruby and Vermilla decide to join the group on their journey. Zafira and Tuga welcome Ruby and Vermilla and began to make their way to the next town.
Elsewhere in a remote area of the desert, Sebal enter a strange building with an ominous feel. In the distance sits a shadowy figure of malicious intent. "My lord. We have more information on the legendary mekanimal. We have a general idea of its apperence." Say Sebal kneeling before the shadowy figure. "Glad to know some of my men are reliable. What else have you gathered Howlite?" The shadow figure says in a stern yet psychotic tone. "Some riders interfered with the process. One of them put up more of a fight than expected." Sebal says. The shadowy figure calls for his generals, Copperhead and Titus. "It would appear that we have some pest to contend with. But don't worry Sebal. I am willing to let this inconvenience slide. You are more than aware of what happens to those who fail me." Says the shadowy figure before tossing the head of a Neoraptor in front of Sebal. "No need to worry Boss. Those pests will regret getting in our way." Says Titus. "Plus, We'll make sure Sebal gets it done. Unlike at the circus, We'll make sure his leash is on tight." Says Copperhead with a sinister grin. Sebal stands up and leaves the building, hellbent on finishing the goal of the Ironclaw raiders.
Chapter 4 is here. Continuing immediately were chapter 3 left off. This also marks the introduction of some of the major villians of the story.
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On the planet Cobalus, bio-mechanical creatures know as Mekanimals roam the planet alongside Humans and Machina. When a villainous group seeks the power of the legendary mekanimal, its up to a group of riders to stop this organization and save the world.
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