The Inferno Crisis: Pandora's Box

[Jill Monroe]

<<following the hard won victory over Black and the destruction of his dark energy dome. Ororo and Karen risk their lives to force back Spellbinder's deadly destructive shriving spell on Illustra...they BARELY succeed as Spellbinder abruptly haults her assault. Erika, Guardian and Prophet grew a bit closer...and along with Shockwave and Foxfire...the remainder of the Six marshall their forces once more...and prepare to entire Spellbinder's twisted domain....ground zero of the Inferno....the empire state building>>


<< escaping the now broken tower of Illustra....as the group arrives outside, the badly battered building comes crashing down....the agony of broken metal grinding and snapping contrasts with the sounds of human screams whispering in the wind...as the night sky blankets the beseiged city under the haunting light of a full blood red moon>>

<< the ground shakes...and after the chaos settles and the cloud of dust and debris drifts past the group of the six....they see now the remains of Morgan's rampage and her attempt to destroy them all. they have to realize that she will not hesitate to try again when they reach her at the top of the empire state building>>

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Reaching ground level of Illustra, Alexis followed the others out into the war land that was once known as New York City. Shifting her dull blue eyes around, a look of sadness could be seen on Alexis face--the same sadness seen when New York was destroyed the first time. This was Alexis' home, has been for years. And she hated to see it in such disarray. Moving her eyes from side to side as she looked toward the now rumbling ground...what the hell was going on? But soon, the answer to her question was apparent. Hearing the horrible sounds of beams breaking, the meta human turned around only to see Illustra, topple to the ground. Squinting her eyes to keep the dry dust from coating her moist orbs, she couldn't believe Morgan had destroyed her own pride and joy....The whole scene alone looked like an exact replica of the 9/11 attacks--only this time the terrorist was their own teammate. Taking a deep breath in, Alexis turned away from the rubble and took a moment to take a deep breath before proceeding to make her way toward the Empire State Building. ::

"What exactly are we going to do when we get there....knock on the door and hope she doesn't blow our heads off? Morgan is unstable, obviously. We can't just show up without a plan."

[Foxfire]

** Opening her pale green eyes, Foxfire was utterly exhausted from the usage of her massive power source. Climbing to her feet while small wounds automatically healed. A fierce intimidating glare was clearly visible from her normally beautiful eyes. Dusting herself off, the mutant seemed upset but remained quiet. A heavy sigh sneaking out from her lips. **

** The others in the room came into view with Blaze glancing at each of them. Her passionate eyes stopped directly on Karen. Fox's demeanor resembled anger and hatred but for a mother like Karen, she would be able to tell behind Blaze's facade. Looking away, she gathered any small amount of energy she possessed exactly when Ororo exited them out and out of the building. **

** Once outside, Blaze saw the shadows mingling together as the building known to most as Illustra toppled. Fox showed no emotional signs, she waved the dust and debris away quickly. Blinking her eyes, she turned to glance upon the blood red moon. How ironic, its said if the moon is "red" its the end of the world. It already was. Turning away, she followed the others towards the Empire State building. Quietly thinking to herself. **

So Morgan is this what you so richly desired? Destruction and carnage including your own building. I remember when your enemies labeled you a monster, I never believed them...until today and this night.

** Fox knew her sister wouldn't acknowledge her, it was more of a personal rant than anything. She was still in shock...adjusting to this new Morgan. She hoped in the end, she would get her sister back. Blaze seemed to be in a deep thinking mood while the others discussed the situation. Closing her eyes for a moment, a stern focus enveloped her. Blaze needed time to calm down, she was still on that euphoria from her power source. Opening her eyes, she peered up at the ESB. Soon, she would be reunited with Morgan but it wouldn't exactly be the Brady Bunch reunion. **

[Harbinger]

::Guardian watches as the tower comes down....its an agonizing sound of stone, metal and hard work being destroyed...not to mention an object lesson of how far Morgan would go to destroy those whom she apparently hates::


::Alison knows the worst is yet to come....and what SHE will have to do. She never imagined herself being in this position...reaching out to her siblings again after more than a decade of making sure they couldnt find her. but even a Seer knows that the strands of fate intertwine at the most unexpected hour::


::Having heard Prophets words...Alison looked upon him with a cooler, less hostile glare than in times past. for all of his insufferable, infuriating ways, he was still a human being....and more importantly her brother....perhaps there wouldnt be so much harm in giving him a little space....and allowing for time to know him AFTER this hell was sent back to its rightfull realm::


Morgan is too busy to care about where we ARE at this moment. She believes she has broken the group's spirit....having gained the hard won victory against Ororo and Karen during their tremendous firefight. She is preparing to seal the fate of the city and the country.

She has magickal detection as one of her basic powers, she will sense any sudden arrival of strike so we need to make our way on foot to the Empire state building. Karen, Ororo and I can get us up to the top from the OUTSIDE of the building.

[Jill Monroe]

<< high above the new realm of hell, in the now demonic, gothic empire state building's summit. Spellbinder moves about her business on the plateau of power...silver mystic flames cascade along the perimeter of the plateau.....as a sparkling myst slowly swirls around......the glowing eyes and gleaming grins of demons can be seen in the shadows far back within the covered areas of the plateau.>>


<< as thunder rumbles through the air and within the billowing clouds, Morgan's high heels click along the ancient stone floors>>

all is nearly ready..the stage is set. the alter is primed and facing the north....where the barrier between earth and limbo is at its weakest. dark magick over runs the city and the world of mortals is near its end as demons have taken over this city and begin their march outward!

in an act that will destroy the hearts and souls of any of the six who have survived as well as satisfy my demand for vengeance....i shall bridge the gap with the blood of Cameron King....NOT his present day self...but that of the child...who is filled with innocence. my sleeping spell has kept him locked in a deep slumber, blissfully unaware of the grim fate that awaits him.


<< turning on her heel as she sweeps her cape behind her....Spellbinder points to the shadows behind her and far back>>


bring the child forward......and place him on the alter!! my magicks bind his physical body to my will....preventing any possible movement..even when he is awakended![/i

<<two large, horned, winged demons with impressive physiques quickly come forward....with a very young boy who is slumbering. he is wrapped in a blanket and carried in the arms of one of the demons as they quickly move past their mistress and place him on the alter>>


BLACK should be returning any moment...Alison's TRUE FREEZE rended him totally inert...turning him into a statue. I didnt bother to revive him....why should I when he couldnt even DESTROY that group of interfering insects!!

<< smaller demons giggled and laughed....as Spellbinder ridiculed Black, the alpha demon of Limbo>>

but no matter, they were badly hurt...and Illustra was destroyed, not even Karen and Ororo could stop my plan from carrying ahead.

<< as Morgan manifests her darkhold and a crystaline dagger with unholy inscriptions on the blade, she makes her way toward the alter to begin the incantation. thunder blasts through the air as black lightning begins to flashe and radiate in the skies all around town....a sign that there is increased activity at ground zero of the Inferno>>

[Shadow Weaver]

<< dusting off her elegant black flying suit....her cape flows a bit from the forced all from the fallen tower....she looks upon the grim scenery with a heavy heart. knowing that she and ororo nearly DIED trying to stop Spellbinder from destroying the building and The Six....she realizes how far gone her daughter must be.....blaming Cameron and Haleigh wouldnt fix things now. She felt in her heart that the power of a mother's love would be what made the difference at an hour most dire. she didnt realize how RIGHT she would be.>>

<< leaving the fallen wreckage of Illustra and the relatively QUIET surrouning area walking along with the group, she nods as they set up a tenative plan on getting to the top of the empire state building...knowing that once up there....even the best laid plan could go awry with the way Morgan might escalate her actions. Karen turns as she feels a tug on her cape, turning ..she gasps with shock as she sees what is responsible>>


a female mannequinn from Bloomingdales department store: Bodies for us....flesh is life!

<< the mannequin walks with an odd, stiff gate...as it quickly lumbers toward Karen...attempting to switch places with her....taking her body and placing her soul into the mannequin's body>>

GET BACK!!

<< a halo of golden energy forms around Karen's hand as she forcibly slaps the head of the manequinn with her right hand...before firing a force bolt with her left hand at the chest of the mannequin....causing its head to spin...as it catches on fire and staggers back...falling to the ground.. its legs and arms still moving!>>


a MANEQUINN!?

<< soon....ALL of the Six found themselves surrounded by Manequinns of various sizes and gender....closing in on them en masse and all chanting>>

Manequinns: Bodies for us!......flesh is life!


<< The group also noted that they were now hemmed in an ALLEY way...with large buildings all around them....the faces on the buildings grinning with wicked delight as the army of maneqinns>>

[Pam De Beaufort]

"Okay these things just upped the creep factor majorly..."

:: Shaking her head, Alexis watched as the one closest to her continued to hobble in her direction. Waving her hand in a circular motion, an ora of energy surrounded the manequinn stopping it dead in it's tracks. The manequinn continued to bump into the ora of energy, trying desperatly to reach Alexis until, with one last wave of her fingers, the ora began to glow a brilliant white and imploded. The energy absorbed into the stuffed "creature" and after a few seconds, Alexis manipulated the energy to explode violently within it, and soon the manequinn was nothing but fluff blowing in the wind. ::

"What next, dancing telephone poles?"

[Foxfire]

** A quick cackle escaped Foxfire's lips at the sight of the mannequin's surrounding each of them. She found it humorous in a sick deluded way. **

"It humors me!"

** Blaze continued to laugh raising her hand to conjure a blast of lava but sadly found that option to no avail. "Damn." She said softly, stepping back a foot to gain some extra footage. Her fire power was exhausted, the mutant would have to rely on her other powers and skills until her power was recharged. A sinister grin caught her attention which was mirrored off the buildings around them. **

"This is...." **kicks a mannequin in the jaw roughly** "so....fucked up!"

** Out of the whole group, Fox had such a morbid sense of humor. Winking playfully at one of the buildings until striking the other mannequin in the "stomach." Reaching for her beaded karma bracelet, Blaze roughly yanked it from her wrist, pulling it off. The bracelet was secretly a weapon...disguised as a piece of jewelry. Folding out the beads, the necklace extended into a metallic noose. Somersaulting over the piece of mannequin, she quickly positioned the weapon around its throat, tugging until its head popped off. **

"Heads are gonna roll now..." (LOL! Sorry, A hyper moment. )

** Either Blaze was having too much fun or she was psychotic, probably a little bit of both. Her lips smoothed over into a serious look. Sliding her elbow into the nearest one, making it stumble back into the second one. Reaching forward, Blaze gripped onto its arm accidentally ripping it from the body. Holding up the arm, Blaze raised a brow, "whoops." The arm wrapped its fingertips around Blaze's throat, strangling her. Stretching her hand down to the front end of her jeans, she pulled out her sais. In one drastic attempt, Blaze cut the blade across the mannequin's "wrist," making the "arm" drop to the ground. The hand scampered over the pavement with Blaze gasping for air, "did..." ** Gasps** " I mention, this is fucked up?" Tossing her sais down to pin the hand down to the pavement, "stay there Thing!" She ordered walking over to stomp her boot down onto it. The tip of her hidden blade driving into the piece of alive plastic and wood until it stopped moving. **

" This is like Resident Evil Meets Mannequin."

[Jacob Black]

:: As they made their way outside of Illustra just in time to watch it crumble to the ground, Cameron had his sister in tow as she seemed to be recovering much faster now that her magicks were up and running again. She was definitely a trooper. The calmness was soon interrupted when a horde of Mannequins began to walk at the the group much like Night of the Living Dead. Things just weren't going to calm down. Especially when walking and talking models of real people began to try and take their flesh. Prophet sighed ::

"You have got to be kidding me..."

:: A few male mannequins began to make their way towards Cameron, dressed in outfits from places like Gucci and Versace as well as one that he could tell was from some lesser store like Macy's or JC Penny. He laughed as he turned towards them ::

"Well at least two out of the three of you have good taste!"

:: Prophet looked at the debris of Illustra as he began to concentrate on some of the metal supports that were now piled into debris. Suddenly the mass of debris and dust began to shake as Cameron telekinetically pulled two large jagged metal pieces from the rubble as they flew directly into the head and stomach of the first Mannequin seemingly enveloped in a swirling electric blue energy and straight into the next two before pinning them neatly on one of the alley walls that they were now surrounded in. He didn't know if he could actually kill them since they had no vital organs but it would at least pin them down and away from Cameron ::

"Back to the Racks for All of You!"

[Erika King]

< Erika now found herself in front of the now toppled Illustra. It was almost symbolic. Like Illustra was a representation of Morgan Victoria, who was now the deadly and violent Spellbinder. She was slowly feeling better as she could feel her healing magicks course throughout her body. As the living dolls began to swarm her and chanting about wanting her skin, Erika had to let out a deep sigh and roll her eyes. >

"Mannequins? Of course? What else would possibly want to attack us? Not demons, not mutants, but walking and talking Mannequins!"

< Focusing now on the horde of Blonde Bimbettes walking almost in a zombie like way towards her she began to hone in on the water molecules in the air. She began to make it extremely cold, until she felt it was actually sub zero. She drew the freezing water Molecules into her hand as now sitting on top of her palm was a seemingly cloud of bright blue haze as she winked at them mockingly. >

"You doped out broads need to take a chill pill.. There is no way I am letting my skin be worn by a blonde! This woman is ALL Brunette!"

< She blew the cloud of water molecules out at the mannequins which in turn heated them up and caused them to expand as the cloud grew as it swept past the mannequins encasing them in an icy tomb, locking them in the exact stance they were before freezing (Think Prue in Pardon My Past). Jetting forward she jumped high in the air and extended her left foot executing a powerful front kick to the center of the ice which shattered it everywhere, sending shards of Ice into other mannequins and to some Members of the Six as well. >

[Ororo]

::Ororo too found herself faced with the onslaught of enchanted mannequins....as some came lumbering toward her with arms outstretched::


Mannequins: Bodies for us!!! Flesh is life!


::Ororo looked round::


Ororo: the alley hems us in! and there seems to be an ARMY of these mannequins closing in!

:: shielding her own deep seeding FEAR of enclosed spaces and standing tall and moving with grace, Ororo's white goddess dress and blue robe flows as winds rise. Loud erruptions of thunder are heard as She BLASTS two of the closest reaching mannequins with pure white lightning....their bodies blowing apart at their connective joins and falling to the ground::


Ororo: RISE winds...and divert our enemy from their PATH!!


:: stretching her arms out and forward...as her hands strike a pose and green halos around them....and a horizontal funnel of air whips into view....furiously turning the mannequins every which way and blowing them back as if they were helpless bowling pins::

::their haunting, whispering chant seems washed away by the winds for the moment....as Ororo steps forward.::

let us leave this place.........before...

:: a sickening CRACK is heard..as a hockey stick SMACKS Ororo in the side of the head with SUCH FORCE...and a large shadow can be seen looming over her::

[Harbinger]

good work everyone....lets get out of here....before....


:: of them all, only Guardian seemed to escape the attention of the mannequins. she was off to the side of the group...but before she could act, Ororo swept away the ENTIRE army with a powerful vortex of wind. a reminded that while the woman was older than everyone here, her experience and power were FAR from lacking..but even so, the Mannequins were not quite finished with them yet. as a LARGER male mannequin SMACKED Ororo HARD in the side of her head with a hockey stick::



ORORO!!!!!


::she stopped in her tracks...as the sound of parts snapping together could be heard...and the whisper of haunting voices could be heard as well....shadows seemed to lengthen as the mannequins returned....many of them now MIXED AND MATCHED in their parts....discombobulated in all sorts of ways like they had been deliberately put together this way on the assembly line...while NEW mannequins arrived. some wearing roller skates and weilding hockey equipment, while others came weilding hunting and armory....they seemed to move FASTER and more coordinated....some surrounded Ororo ....as they attempted to steal her body and take her soul::


:: With a look of focused determination Guardian rushed forward... using her own considering gymnastic ability to dodge and evade the mannequins BLINKING out of the immediate grasp of a lunging "foot ball" garbed mannequin....and reappearing behind him...as she blew him up. his body would NOT be destroyed...merely "seperated"....as the parts fell to the ground::


:: Guardian reached Ororo...and bent down....craddling her.::

curses! a GASH..that mannequin NAILED her with such force!

::they began close in on Guardian...and she thrust her hand out..manifesting a HEFTY dome shield around herself and Ororo....the shield effortlessly deflected any of the physical strikes and passes of the mannequins.....::


Mannequins: Bodies for us!!!!......Flesh is Life!!

Bodies for us!!!!!............FLESH IS LIFE!!

[Shadow Weaver]

Ororo's hurt...and Guardian is surrounded! these Mannequins are just putting themselves back together....and now there are OTHERS!

<<the eerie sound of the mannequins "voices" filled the air once again...like an unholy whisper in the wind>>

<< Karen gritted her teeth with shock as she glared at the mis matched mannquins and the arrival of the "themed" mannequins...as a psycho therapist..AND a sorceress she had seen some whacked out, terrifying images via her patients and personal adventures....but something about all of this...the longer they remained..the more terrifying it became. it was one of the most unexpected, unthinkable scenarios>>

we cant let them hem us in! we have to hit them as HARD as we can!!

<< spinning around...and spreading her cape along with her spin....at her command...and a spell, the CAPE itself began to decapitate several oncoming mannequins with the speed and force of a sycthe....slicing their heads right off. Karen didnt miss a beat as she kept fighting her way forward...toward Guardian and Ororo...as she side stepped and evaded a few of the smaller mannequins. she gestured...as a chime sounded off as five gold sparkling spheres appeared at several points around her body....as she smirked...the spheres changed shape and began large double edged mystic force daggers.... the daggers spun around...emitting a sparkling effect. Karen began to point, directing them with each gesture....she sends the daggers flying in five directions.....they charge madly for MULTIPLE targets. SMASHING through the mid sections of the mannequins and upward through the torsos and OUT of the heads of mannequins...causing th heads and upper bodies to explode ...the parts falling to the ground...the daggers continue charging , following their mistress' command. One of Karen's specialties, it seemed, was CONJURATION and there was no limit to what she could do with that. it was QUITE USEFULL at this moment::

[Foxfire]

** Bounding forward, Foxfire raced towards the skating mannequins. She had to help the others protect Guardian and Ororo. Moving through the eerie glow of the moon, Blaze dropped down on the ground striking her boot into a passing mannequin's knee, making him crash to the ground, dropping its hockey stick. Jumping to her feet, Foxfire easily scooped up the hockey stick. **

** With one power swing she smacked the stick down against the mannequins helmet, just enough to daze it adding the stick down to strike against its wind pipe. Back flipping away, Foxfire stole his skates, replacing her boots with the skates. Spinning around, she pushed herself forward. Foxfire's own stamina and agility were useful in this situation. **

"Coming through!"

** She barreled through the more armored thugs, swinging her hockey stick around. Unknown to most, Blaze was a sports fanatic, especially hockey. Double checking on Guardian and Ororo, Foxfire skating close to them but not near the dome Guardian created. Skating around them, she brutally knocked down several mannequins. Spotting more skating mannequins, Blaze grinned. Moving much more faster she lashed her feet forward to drop kick two of the mannequins, knocking them down. Crashing to the ground, Blaze listened behind her, another armored thug was coming. Laying straight on her back, she launched her legs over her head resembling a yoga position. Launching the thug forward from her skates, tossing him away from her. Pushing to her feet, Blaze struck another one in the knee. **

"What's the deal here people?"

[Ororo]

::Ororo felt a PAINFULL wave of near unconsciousness envelope her as she fell to the ground. everything began to blur and sounds began to merge into one blaring buzz.....soon...she heard the clear, cold tone of Guardian. After a few terrifying moments of being stunned she found herself being held Guardian and inside one of the woman's powerful force domes of protection.::


:: Ororo frowned with pain as she regained her bearings::

thank you child. apparently my time away from earth and out of traditional combat scenarios with my X-men has caused me to become less "battle ready" than my younger days.

::as Guardian defended against the relentless mannequins, Ororo healed her own wounds...regained her full composure. indeed, her time on earth was long ago and everyone could be tripped up at least now and again...but at least now the group was functioning more like a team. even Karen was now able to display her power free of the lingering resentment she felt toward Cameron::

::Blaze and Karen bulled their way through the enchanted mannequins and made their way to the force dome shield fighting off on coming attacks...while Erika and Cameron brought up the rear::

we cannot afford to remain here long. we must force these things back and make a mad dash away from here to continue on our path to the empire state building::

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Seeing the mannequins regenerate into disfigured window displays, Alexis' eyes widened. They were relentless non living bastards weren't they. But this wasn't the end of this more then interesting battle....now THEMED mannequins made their presents. ::

"Okay....HEY!! You! Uhm...maternity Barbie...come and get me! Common!"

:: Waving her hands in the air, Alexis' face was pretty priceless with her "what the fuck am I even saying" look that took form on her facial features. Waving her hands, she gained the mannequin's attention that was obviously decked out in maternity wear and also sporting the large tummy. The mannequin turned toward Alexis, along with a whole gaggle of other mannequins. About twenty mannequins began to walk toward Alexis' location, which was actually what she was hoping for. You gain the attention of one, you gain the attention of all the rest. As they began to hobble toward her, the meta human began to "act" scared, hoping to coax on the mannequins to keep on coming. Backing peddling toward the large brick wall that was behind her, the mannequins closed in. ::

"Oh no...what ever will I do.."

:: It was like "Dawn of the Dead: Mannequin Edition"...a scared woman, backed up against a wall, with twenty...uhm...mannequins surrounding her, ready to to fight one another to gain the victims soul. It was so poetic. As the mannequins were in arms length of Alexis, finally, the meta human unleashed her attack. A wave of energy left Alexis' body (think Jessica Alba in Fantastic Four) and crashed into the 20 mannequins surrounding her. The store displays went souring through the air, toward the opposite buildings wall, until finally, they all crashed into the wall. Quickly lifting her hand, the wave of energy soon formed into a web, now BINDING the 20 mannequins about twenty feet in the air, against the brick wall. Looking over at Guardian, Ororo, and Karen, Alexis kept her hand raise in the direction of the web of energy making sure it wouldn't fluctuate or faulty. The mannequins were going nuts, as the desperately tried to figure out a way to escape their bindings....::

:: Shouting to Guardian, Ororo, and Karen over the commotion. ::

"I think I cleared enough of a path for us to leave!"

[Foxfire]

** The Six was successful as a newly formed team, a word they all now understood. It was a priceless moment, including Alexis' comical fighting style. Blaze on the other hand skated around the ground with a new sense of fire within her eyes, which meant her fire power was slowly recovering. Shockwave's brilliant move of power was astonishing to watch for the fire starter, but what Alexis hadn't noticed was a larger male mannequin covered in hunting gear closing in on her. **

** Stopping short on the skates, Fox spun the hockey stick around to swat a male mannequin in hunting gear. Knocking the crossbow from his hands. A loud thud met the ground with Foxfire catching the crossbow in mere seconds. Pointing the weapon at him, she fired a whizzing arrow at its skull, knocking it off and pinning it into the animated building. Raising the crossbow, Foxfire glanced over to Shockwave with a wink. **

"I said I had your ass....just in more than one fashion."

** Resting the crossbow on her shoulder, Blaze's lips morphed into a cocky smirk. She knew how stubborn and pig headed Shockwave was. Enjoying her victory, Blaze hadn't noticed the fallen mannequin just a foot from her, the same hunter from earlier who was trying to attack Alexis. In one lightning strike, the Mannequin drove the small hunter's knife into the back of Foxfire's knee. Crying out with a more animalist roar from anger and pain, Foxfire collapsed down onto the ground. Turning her attention to the mannequin she felt her adrenaline soar. The rush of blood trickling out of her knee mixing with the impaled blade. With all her might, Foxfire physically punched the mannequin in the head, knocking it off again. "Argh!" She shook her hand, it felt like she connected with concrete. Some flesh slightly cut resembling a small scrape. **

** Turning her attention to the imbedded knife, she slowly began to pull it out. Biting down on her lower lip. Removing the knife, she gasped for air. Her eyes studying her wound around her knee. Pressing her fingertips down against it, mumbling words under her breath. Pivoting her weight on the hockey stick, Blaze got to her feet again. **

"That's what I get for watching Alexis' ass....and a nice one it is....anyone who throws in a comment can blow me."

** Inches of flesh were forming together in seconds. Blaze grinned at her knee cap, "I love this power." She turned to follow Karen now that Shockwave had cleared a path. She enjoyed teasing Alexis, the mutant knew it wasn't wanted but it was still pleasurable for Fox. Besides she enjoyed a challenge especially Alexis...but whatever Blaze wanted...she got. It was a matter of time before she would claim the Metahuman, just not now but soon. ;) **

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Alexis watched Blaze help her out, but her smart ass comments about watching her ass bit BLAZE in the ass as the mannequin stabbed her behind the knee cap. Alexis couldn't help but smirk at Blaze's faulty moment. Obviously if Blaze was in more danger, she would help out, but a simply stab wound wouldn't take out Blaze that easily. Soon enough, the mannequin that attacked Blaze was yesterday's news and her wound had healed instantly. ::

"Well maybe if you weren't watching my ass, the mannequin wouldn't of stabbed you. But hey, what do I know?"

:: Alexis simply rolled her eyes before she lifted them toward the energy web that was still holding strong. Some of the mannequins gave up and were just sitting in the web. Others weren't as willing to give up. Either way, the mannequins were stuck in a rut. Alexis' hand, was still help upright toward the web, keeping it's power level strong. Looking towards Ororo, Karen, and Guardian, then shifting her eyes to Erika and Cameron, she awaited the group to take this opportunity to leave this ally way. ::

[Shadow Weaver]

<< her cape flowed as she continued to direct her magickal manifestations against her foes. as Karen sliced and diced many of the mannequins with her vicious mystic force daggers, their "body parts" kept finding ways connect with other parts...head on top of hands...one set of legs connected to another. clearly the enchantment gave the mannequins something to make to make up for their obviously lack of PHYSICAL threat>>


<<finally, as Foxfire, Shockwave and herself managed to clear the area around the force dome, Shockwave cleverly manifested an energy web to capture and hold the majority of the mannequins at bay>>

a sound move, Alexis. the mannequins have no real physical strength... its their sheer force of numbers and ability to put themselves back together that make them such a threat...not to mention their ability to switch bodies and souls with humans. What about Erika and Cameron? did they make it over to THIS side of the web??

<< Karen's hiked up the hem of the skirt on her flying suit as she smashed her high heel down with such force on a head of a mannequin that had fallen near her feet after the battle....it was still chanting until she crushed it under her heel. as she let her skirt down...and adjusted her cape, she over heard the banter between Alexis and Blaze....smirking to herself>>

<<thinking>>: my my...such youthfull whims those two have. they must provide much needed relief on this team....given the many strong personality types that are present. I can see why Morgan might enjoy keeping company with them

[Foxfire]

** Glaring at Shockwave fiercely, Blaze folded her arms over her chest. The Meta human was right...she usually was...but hey...looking didn't hurt at all, although in this instance it did. Shockwave was a distraction for the mutant, maybe it was the battle suit she wore or those wintery blue eyes. Looking away, Foxfire cursed herself for allowing to get caught up, leaving herself vulnerable. What was coming over her? Shaking her head, she placed more weight on her injured leg, which by now was healing faster. Brushing a few strands of hair from her eyes. **

"Are you two all right?"

** She asked, switching the topic to Karen and Alison, who were still protected in the dome. She noticed Ororo was more alert than before as Guardian nurtured her. Tapping her index finger nervously against the rim of the hockey stick, she was anxious about confronting Morgan. Blaze's emotions were mixing and combining making it complex for the others to tell how she felt. **


** The Mutant was still brooding over her foolishness. Biting down on her thumb nail, Foxfire was becoming more on edge but why? The realization hit Foxfire like a tractor trailer, all these events were a direct result from the others and herself. Her mind replaying the memory of herself and Morgan arguing over Kelly King, the awful things Blaze had said. Dropping her head in shame, Blaze felt guilty. Guilty because she helped contribute to this destruction by pushing Morgan over the edge. **

** But she couldn't lose it, she had to face this...especially Morgan. Looking up at the Empire State building, Blaze immediately tensed. Clenching the hockey stick tightly. She suddenly felt like a horrible sister...leaving Morgan ALONE when she needed her the most. Blinking her blurry eyes, Blaze turned around to focus her attention on the destruction of Illustra. It finally sunk in....she couldn't pretend to be cool or laid back about this. **

"Its gone...and I was a part of this.."

** A sharp pain twisted through her heart. The agony of provoking such a power being and living long enough to witness the chaos sent Foxfire diving into regret. Time wasn't on her side either. She sensed Cameron and Alexis felt the same way but for Blaze it was worse, Morgan was her half sister. Blaze still found it hard to rely on others but she was getting used to it. Taking a small reprieve while the others talked, Blaze mustered up the courage and strength she had left. She was hiding how she felt through sarcastic comments, its who the free spirit was but those within the group could tell and even feel her pain. Karen would be going through the worst pain however, because she was a mother seeing her child in rage. **

"I want my sister back...the old Morgan I love and respect. But before we go inside....thank you all for making it this far....each of you has saved my ass...and it means a lot that you risk your life now for Morgan...to win her back especially when she hasn't been the easiest person to deal with. Cameron...you have changed within the last 48 hours...I've noticed you in a different light...one that's positive, I'm glad you came."

** Blaze usually said how she felt and this time seemed appropriate. Looking over to Karen, Alison, and Ororo she nodded to them as well, "and the three of you have much impact on Morgan....I know without you three we probably wouldn't be here...you risked DEATH...it shows your courage and nobility, thank you." Moving in the direction of the path Shockwave made, Blaze walked ahead feeling better. **

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Watching Karen finish her attack on the rest of the mannequin's, she nodded to the woman at her concern about Erika and Cameron. ::

"Cameron and Erika are fine...i'm only keeping mannequin's back with my web. Don't worry, Karen."

:: Back stepping as she followed the others out of the Ally, her hand was still raised, continuing to keep the web alive. Stopping, she awaited everyone to pass her before she continued on towards the Empire State building. ::

[Jacob Black]

:: As Cameron watched Ororo get clotheslined by a Hockey Mannequin, he knew that this wasn't going to be over as quickly as he had thought it would. More Mannequins came and only this time they seemed even more freakish than the first with weirdly assembled bodies and a renewed hunger for Blood. A group of Hockey Mannequins swarmed both the siblings as he looked over at Erika and could only laugh ::

"This is like some horrible Canadian Musical Gone Wrong!"

:: Before he could say anything he felt an intense amount of pain screaming from his right eye where his pupil had met a hockey puck. He fell to the ground quickly before getting back up to the ground. That was going to leave a mark and Erika herself could already see that it was bruising. Prophet turned back to the group and pushed them back with his mind as he in turn bombarded them with two large dumpsters on the adjacent walls in front of him which toppled the Mannequins to the ground. Quickly he lifted a telekinetic shield over Erika and himself as they began to run at the opening in the web created by Alexis. Any mannequin who detonated the protection of the shield would be blasted back by telekinetic force. He held his sister's hand tight and winked at her. ::

"Well.. we both said we wanted to make memories together..We will never fucking forget these, eh?"

:: They both seemed to jump at the same time through the opening and were now in front of the group to see Ororo, Karen, Alison, Blaze and Alexis almost waiting for them. He smiled and joked with the group ::

"Miss Us?"

:: As Blaze actually gave him a compliment, he wasn't sure exactly what to say. He was liking this new turn of his personality was taking him. For the first time in his life he was trusting these people with his life, which may have been holding him back so many times before in the past ::

"Ah thanks Blaze, you're not so bad yourself, and I can't blame you, I have seen that ass up close and personal and lemme tell ya, it ain't bad.."

:: Points to Alexis as the two share a chuckle ::

"Now come on, let's get to the Empire State Building.."

[Erika King]

< Erika was now running with her brother out of the mass swarm of Mannequins and to the rest of the Six. While running she began to feel an impending sense of doom. This was no fun, they were running out of the alley like nothing and all of these mannequins would be around to torment the rest of the Citizens of NYC. Twisting her hands she ignited her power to project mystic force and projected it in Flames as the entire group of Mannequins went up in the mystic fire of bright white. She looked at her brother and sighed. >

"Just to be safe..."

< Since bringing Alison back from the Other Side, Erika had felt extremely empowered. She had given into her darkside and it had worked towards her benefit. She had saved her sister and helped this mission continue. Erika was starting to become comfortable with using her powers in a much more offensive way, something she never would have in the path. Perhaps it was the guiding words of Ororo who was pretty much the epitome of what Erika wanted to be magickally in her life. She became lost in thought until she heard something about the Empire State Building. >

"Morgan! We don't have much time.. we have to get to her..."

[Foxfire]

"I bet you have..."

** Blaze said merely under her breath at Cameron's comment regarding Alexis' assets. She wasn't humored by the joke and instead kept on walking ahead of the group. She was desperate to find Morgan but that was a long journey ahead. However, all was not lost, she had her teammates who were there for Blaze. **

** Tossing the hockey stick and crossbow, she raised both hands directly her line of vision in front of her. Firing two massive fire beams which sparkled and flickered like fireworks, tying within and around Alexis' energy beam she created. Walking more quickly, Blaze's eyes constantly zooming every which direction, on guard for attacks. **

"Alison, which direction?"

** She asked quickly, she knew the Seer had an easy opening for the group to enter. They would have to side step Morgan's Mystic alarms. Her fire power was replenishing itself in usually half the time. Looking over her shoulder at Karen, she locked eyes. **

"That's a nifty power you got there...I can see where my sis...Morgan receives that from."

** It was a compliment to Karen, who proved her worth on the team. Even though she wasn't officially on the team, Blaze considered Karen a teammate. She hadn't realized it before but Karen was almost identical to Morgan. Foxfire saw how much the two were. **

"What exactly is the plan?"

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Seeing everyone had passed her, Alexis lowered her hand seeing the mannequin's explode in a firey inferno, via Erika. Well it saved her the trouble of electricuting them. Turning on her heal, the meta human followed the rest of the group, keeping watch for any more demons or objects to attack. This was a very unusual night...demons were one thing, but crazed mannequin's were just a completely different ballgame. Alexis couldn't help but chuckle...this would go down in history as yet another unforgettable night. Hearing Blaze's question about what to do next, honestly...this was for Alison, Karen, and Ororo to figure out. They knew Morgan best, especially in the state that she was in now. ::

"Well ladies, you know our Miss Hellfire best...what's our plan of action."

[Ororo]

::Ororo was standing near Guardian, straitening her blue robe and white goddess dress...running her hands through her long silver hair ...as a cool breeze flowed over the group::

Ororo: we must move through the air, and make quick our journey. once we arrive at the empire state building...we will fly up the length of the building....

Karen and I will battle Morgan while Guardian does what she know she is destined to do.

there is little i can say to prepare you all....for one or more of us may not survive this fatefull battle. NO HEROICS....Spellbinder will take you at your measure and find you WANTING. Let Karen and I take the risk.

Those of you who can fly assist those who cannot , follow me.

:: a rushing wind is heard as thunder claps...Ororo takes flight with splendid form as the winds bend to her will.::

[Shadow Weaver]

<< Brushing some of her hair back, Karen nodded....she knew that Ororo and herself were at grave risk of dying tonight. But stopping her daughter was her responsibility...and if she lost her life in exchange for the lives of countless others in the city....and the world....she was prepared to face that risk>>




<< she snapped her fingers and in keeping with the traditional form of a witch traveling on branches of wood or other objects, her broom streaked into view and lowered itself down to her. she sat on the broom in a lady like, "side saddle" position, motioning for Guardian to sit behind her. as Ororo took off, Karen and Guardian were propelled high up in the air at high speeds while sitting on the enchanted broom. Without intending to, she resembled "Samantha Stevens" from Bewitched as she streaked through the night sky above the city skyline on her broom>>


Alison......i just want you to know that you're like the daughter i never had. for everything you've done and for the remarkable young woman you've turned out to be....i am glad that you have been in Morgan's life these last few years. I know your own family dynamic was frought with pain...but you were there for my daughter when I could not be. In case i do not make it through tonight....i just want you to know...that you DID have a mother who loved you. I might not be your blood...but you are still my daughter.


<< riding through the air at high speeds, Karen continued to look ahead, her mind racing trying anticipate what she might face when she saw her daughter again....hoping that she and Ororo would be able to reach through this evil armour and into her heart...and RESTORE her>>

[Harbinger]

:: Guardian rides with Karen on the broom, admittedly she had NEVER traveled like this before. preferring to "blink" or fly like Morgan....but something about this method of travel seemed exciting. almost riding a high speed roller coaster with no restraints::


:: Guardian's face showed tremendous concern. She didnt want to see Karen or Ororo die tonight...but the probability for disaster was SO STRONG....she "saw" it almost every time thread she could view. It was almost more than she could bear to hear Karen's words as she put her hand to her forehead::

Karen, please....dont talk like that! We've made it through so far tonight...and whats happening tonight....none of it is your fault! I saw this coming for months, weeks...but i couldnt stop it because I was too busy fighting my own demons. Ororo tried to warn Morgan...but even that was not enough. We just have to stick together!!

I can say this to you since no one can hear us....it means more than i can express in words that you think of me as your daughter. I havent had a mother since i was 15 years old....and Morgan was the sister i never had. I never though i'd see the day where i would WANT to explore the possibility of a relationship with Erika and Cameron. When i left them behind...it was my intention to NEVER SEE THEM AGAIN....but even a Seer cannot CONTROL fate and destiny. I'm starting to see... that i CAN co exist with Cameron and Erika...and even think of Cameron as my brother. Just as there is a chance that you can ALSO give Blaze a chance......she IS Morgan's half sister...and they have been there for each other through thick and thin in years past. Don't shut her out....Morgan needs her just as much as she needs You, Ororo or myself.

I ...i think we ALL want a chance to explore the possibilities that we've seen amongst ourselves tonight....

True to my name of Guardian, i will do all that i can to see that we ALL survive this Inferno...and I know Ororo will do the same.

::Guardian was trying to encourage herself as much as she was Karen....and she hoped that she was right about all of this. they continued to streak through the skies...Guardian's hair was in her trade mark, sleek bun....and only a few strategically placed let down strands blew back in the wind.::

[Pam De Beaufort]

"Well here goes nothing.."

:: With a deep breath, this was the battle to end all battles. Morgan was a force to be reckoned with...she should never be underestimated. Alexis knew her chances were slim if she got into an indepth battle with Spellbinder, but her powers were advanced and she was one of the most powerful players on this team. Either way, she would hope that her abilities would atleast keep her alive. Watching Ororo, Karen, and Guardian take flight,. ::

:: Alexis snapped her fingers as a blue disk of energy appeared under the meta human's boots. Raising from the street below, Alexis controlled the disk with her mind, as it zoomed upwards towards the top of the Empire State Building. Riding it like a surf board or snow board, Alexis continued her journey up the building, knowing that her destination could ultimately kill her. ::

[Foxfire]

** For a moment, Blaze thought she was seeing Bewitched in real life with Karen and Guardian souring through the chilly night skyline. Turning to Prophet and Erika, she knew Cameron would assist his sister using his telepathy. Blaze could glide but only for a limited amount of time and climbing the Empire State building was a long trip up. Facing Erika and Cameron, Blaze walked over to them. **

"I'm afraid my powers over gliding will not allow me to climb that high. Do you think I may bump a ride from you Cameron?"

** Asking for help, another positive step for Blaze. Especially asking Cameron, who would have guessed? Wrapping her arms around her waist, she awaited his response. **

[Jacob Black]

:: As the others took to the air, it was now down to Blaze, Haleigh, Erika and himself. He could easily lift off with the others who were already in mid flight but there were others who were still on the ground. Although he had never attempted it before he would try to take the others with him, though it wouldn't be easy. He would have to manipulate the telekinetic fields around them, something he wasn't sure if he could do to multiple people. Prophet became surrounded in an electric blue energy as his body began to hover over the ground. He was capable of flight by using his telekinetic power to lift his body in the air as well as to warp the constant telekinetic field that was around him which made him weightless able to lift off into the air as if it was nothing. He looked at the others ::

"Ok, I think I can get us all off of the ground, but if you start to plummet to your death, no skin on my back...

:: Concentrating hard the three of them began to become surrounded by the same energy that Cameron was and slowly but surely were hovering over the ground. They too were weightless but it was Prophet that would have to carry the weight of them on his shoulder. He had telekinetically lifted giant things in his life, the largest being a battle tank on a training compound in Los Angeles, but he had moved that with such speed and not a lot of accuracy. It was a struggle. He was going to have to be completely centered in this. He looked back at the group ::

"Okay guys, this is what I am going to do. We are going to lift off.. You guys don't have much force on your body right now which is why you are hovering. Just concentrate on that, think of being on the moon, just bend your knees and take off. Direction might be hard at first, but if you start to falter, lemme know and I can keep you up.. So let's see if this works..."

:: Prophet instantly lifted in the air and took off into flight at pretty high speeds and seemed to leave the group behind, but he was keeping a watchful eye on all of them with his mind's eye. He knew they should be okay. At least he hoped ::

[Erika King]

< Erika found herself encompassed in Cameron's telepathic energy as she felt herself levitating off of the ground. As Prophet began to explain things to the group she sighed in her head. >

"Great.. plummeting to my death would be the PERFECT ending to this night.."

< She could only laugh. Things were just so bizarre at this point. Fighting statues and living telephone poles while battling one of the Alpha Demons at Limbo. It was just something right out of a comic book and now in true fashion they were supposed to FLY to the Empire State Building. Erika noted the humor in the situation. >

"Let's just hope Morgan doesn't have any of those Winged Monkeys from the Wizard of Oz."

< Jumping in the air it was quite disorienting. She had never flown before except for on Broom like Karen was doing now, but she certainly didn't have a broom and now here she was like she was learning to walk for the very first time. It was just crazy. She finally gained her stance before she bent her knees and catapulted into the air like a rocket of sorts before trying to catch up to her brother, she called back to the girls and laughed. >

"Think Happy Thoughts! I feel a Peter Pan Song coming On!"

[Foxfire]

** Blaze carefully followed Prophet's directions as she began to bend her knees. Swirls of blue encompassed all around the group of them, making Blaze become surprised at the level of power Cameron possessed. He was known for his defensive style but perhaps he had other tricks up his sleeve. She nodded to the mutant, allowing him control over her now floating form. **

"Sounds good. Keep it up Cam."

** She said in a tone that was encouraging. All of the Six were pushing their powers to the limit and for Prophet this was a small example. Having worked with Scott Summers, Blaze knew about the telepathic mutants the uncanny X - Men possessed. Each of the girls took off upwards in high velocity flight. Blaze grinned at the adrenaline rush, it felt like she was thrown into a sling shot and sky rocketing to the top of the Empire State Building. Glancing over to Erika, who made a quirky comment making Blaze laugh. **

"I know how you feel."

** Foxfire had to slightly shout from the windy air currents and pockets around. But she didn't dare speak too often for Cameron was concentrating on the task at hand. She remained in a stern standing position. Her hair loosely falling out of its pony tail, blowing and wiping around her face, even sticking to her lip gloss. Pulling away a few strands to see the events unfold. Looking around, she gasped at the higher elevation they climbed, noticing the city's buildings and more debris and smoke. Glancing over to Cameron, she was mesmerized at his gift. She had forgotten he was a fellow mutant like herself, a powerful one at that. The sound of her ears popped right when she swallowed from such extreme height. Moving to rub her earlobe, she awaited for everyone to arrive at their destination thanks to Prophet. **

[Jill Monroe]

<< Spellbinder gestured menacingly over the Darkhold as the walls of the covered area back from the plateau began to swirl and jagged bolts of magick began to fire at random.....as she recited a spell to prime the dimensional walls to waver and give way....with the promise of the blood of an innocent.>>


<< smaller demons danced and celebrated in the shadows and even out on the edges of the plateau while larger demons stood guard. one of them spotting in the far distance some intruders on the horizon>>

N'astirh: Mistress Morgan....they are coming now....Ororo leads them.


<< he stands fast...as Spellbinder whips around with annoyance and hisses with contempt>>

bothersome insects...i shall stop them myself! you stay here....guard the alter and prepare the other demons



<< Spellbinder teleports via stepping disc....and is now in the skies near the top of the empire state building>>


and so they come....thinking they can stop ME...the mistress of all evil! well, ill give them a lesson in humility the wont soon forget!


By Atheia and Percese
Open skies and do your worst!

<< a simple but effective spell....created by Hecate herself and Morgan is only too happy to ignite it against her foes. the skies cry out in pain as they began to shift and swirl....large billowing black cloud bursts form all around the approaching group...as dark lightning strikes attack and TORRENTIAL RAINS pelt them relentlessly followed by HAIL STONES...and violent winds threaten to force them all down ward...turning them every which way>>

back down to the ground...with all the REST OF THE RABBLE...you pathetic swines!

[Ororo]

::Ororo senses the change in the atmosphere a second before the spell takes effect....looking back and motioning for Karen to hold fast and not break her flight pattern::

::as the violent cloudbursts and storm attack the group....Ororo smiles to herself::

Ororo: powerful as you are Spellbinder, the winds and the rain are MINE to command....i am the GODDESS of nature...and i was LONG BEFORE i turned to magick..and LONG before you were born!

:: flying high and spreading her hands...her hair flows around her in a spiral pattern as her eyes glow....the lightning is drawn to her hands.....the winds pulled into a tight vortex...as the hail stones are caught within that vortex. Ororo EASILY wrests control of the storm from spellbinder....and its now a plaything in her hands. ::

a present to your demons...with my regards, dear Morgan!

:: pulling her arms back before hurling them forward.....the violent storm is sent charging forward ahead of the group.....striking down and destroying on coming winged demons...and doing the work of the group for them. Ororo motions for everyone to carry on....as the storm soon is dispersed at her mental comman::

in the the distance....Spellbinder hovers at the pinnacle of the empire state building...and will no doubt make another strike against us!

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Sheilding her face from the heavy rain and hail, Alexis continued her trek upward towards the top of the Empire State Building. Before the winds could even effect her flying, Ororo used her powers wonderfully and reversed Spellbinder's attack, sending it to her minions. Killing two birds with one stone was always fun. Zooming full speed, she heard Ororo's warnings and noted them.....perhaps Prophet could use a little assistance, especially since he had never used this telekinetic abilities in such a way like this before. ::

"Cam!! Let Blaze go! I got her...Morgan is going to continue to attack, you need to strengthen your powers for yourself, your sister, and Hales!"

:: Alexis had used her powers like this before, therefore it wouldn't be a struggle to keep herself and Blaze afloat. Turning around quickly, Alexis pointed her hand to Blaze as an energy disk, much like her own, appeared under the woman. The moment Cameron lowered his telekenetic bubble, Blaze would be surfing the clouds on an energy surf board. ;) Lowering her hand, Alexis went next to the flying Blaze, and followed next to her. ::

"You're going to enjoy this...it's like surfing on clouds!"

:: With a laugh, ALexis always loved this form of transportation. It was fun and exhilerating all in the same time. Looking back up towards their destination, she continued to climb up the large building, anticipating what attack Spell had for them next. ::

[Jacob Black]

:: Prophet watched in the skies as they began to swirl and darken. Of course Morgan was planning to attack at the moment where Cameron was trying to focus intently, however Ororo came through like a Champion and saved the group as she turned the storm back on Morgan's demons of Limbo. He smiled to the group and smirked ::

"Am I the only one who thought that was TOTALLY Hot?"

:: He laughed as he nodded at Alexis who was going to now take Blaze off of his hands which would lessen the strain on himself. As the disc appeared beneath blaze, he let go of his hold on her and allowed her to effortless land on the disc. He propelled faster into the air catching up with Alexis as well as Karen and Ororo. He was quite pleased that he had managed to pull taking others with him in flight. It was just a testament to how much stronger the group was when they were together and almost harmonious. Cameron had felt it since the moment in the Citadle when Haleigh, Alison and himself killed Imagiog. The surge of energy he felt, the rush of his power, it just seemed more brutal, more stern. He liked how that felt. Prophet had felt a little inadequate next to these group of women whose powers had proved much more effective in dealing with the many magickal creatures they had faced. Telekinesis was something that Cameron was still developing and it stunk that it was usually his only defense. He was just waiting for the moment when the things they had yet to fight weren't immune to his powers. Cameron would show them all that he was a powerful attribute to the group. As he surged forth he looked at the group around him. They were all really working together. It was the first time that the Six had ever been this unified and it was something that he wanted to experience. With Morgan. She was apart of this and it was horrendous that it took her explosion and loss to darkness as a wake up call for all of them. They shouldn't have been so selfish, so arrogant, so rude. None of this would have happened. He could see the Empire State Building in the Horizon and he wanted to get there so badly. For the first time in his life, he wanted to Save Morgan. ::

"We're almost there guys. Let's just push through it..."

[Ororo]

::they were so high above the city..higher than they would normally be if the Empire state building had not grown to obscene heights this unholy night. the red moon hung low in the sky..and glared upon the group with an unwelcoming red glow....as the glouds began to grow thicker...but they parted as Ororo's winds pushed through...making sure that everyone could see clearly ahead::

:: the group had covered alot of ground..and the empire state building was growing closer and closer.....and the view of it was moer terrifying..its outer walls were filled with slimey tentacles...and the petrified faces of terrified citizens were etched into the building..as winged demons flew around at the summit of the sky scrapper::


::as she and Karen flew on....a chime sounded off...and in a burst of violet hued energy, THREE large black and yellow demonic looking WASPS appeared. these WASPS were as large as the DRONESthat Prophet, Guardian and Shockwave had faught months ago....and there were THREE of them. they looked very sturdy in their appearence...and would NOT be effected by water or electrical attacks.....as they began to close in on Prophet....this was Morgan's special present for him ...the first of MANY. from their eyes...they fired large beams of extreme concussive force....their stingers glowed...as their wings flapped so fast they blurred. these extremely large creatures seemed adept at aerial combat.::

[Foxfire]

** Blaze smiled over at Cameron at his strong sense of concentration...you know....he was rather appealing even for someone like Blaze. She hadn't noticed the storm evolve until a large chunk of hail slammed into her shoulder. A small gasp echoed off in the distance while she rubbed her shoulder, directing her eyes upward when a massive torrential down pour of rain battled into her as well. **

"Gotta love Morg."

** She mumbled while items of her clothing began to cling to her athletic body, she was helpless here. Of course water was a weakness for the firestarter but luckily Ororo rescued them all from the devastating Storm. Moving to wring out her shirt, she blinked her eyes to adjust from the watery assault. She felt like a wet dog or something. Shaking her long drenched locks with added water tossing in various directions. Shockwave's voice could be heard in the background, making Blaze look around for the Meta Human. Wasn't she so sweet, helping Cameron out. Foxfire nodded to both her comrades just when an energy disk lowered under her feet. **

"Niiiceee."

** She smirked when she fell through and soured into the dark stormy clouds with Alexis coming next to her. Peering down at her boots, she turned her body to the side fiercely, riding the thick puffy clouds. Overhearing a soft chime, Blaze scanned the clouds. She knew Morgan always carried a chiming sound. Glancing to her right, she spotted three large creatures that resembled wasps. **

"And so it begins....CAMERON, look out!"

** She carefully timed her attack now while souring through the clouds, moving closer to the insect who was targeting Prophet. Opening her hands, she hurled a frenzied ballistic fire bolt at the beasts wings. Blowing it a kiss, she winked over to it. **

"Over here boys...."

** Blaze quickly sent out a telepathic message to Prophet to gain his hand into this as well. **

Cammy, this is Foxy, you recall the divide and conquer method right? Do it! I'll call them out and you try to maybe tk their wings off if not we can burn them all to hell! Target their wings...that's most likely a vulnerable weakness...watch for the stinger....

** Placing two fingers within her mouth, Foxfire sharply whistled to direct the wasps in her direction while Prophet prepared to attack them. **

"Meet the REAL Queen bee bitches...have been since 2003!"

** Climbing higher to the elevation, Blaze quickly flew into the security of some clouds. She was testing to see strengths and weaknesses. An idea hit Blaze once more with a grin. **

Cameron, can you clone yourself? Maybe give them a dummy account for them to attack....get them when they least expect it. Let the others know too.

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Laughing at Fox's reaction to being able to surf on the clouds, Alexis smiled before she continued to fly towards the Empire State building. But of course, Morgan had a few more tricks up her sleeve. Seeing thise huge wasp like demons come flying towards Cameron, she watched as Blaze attacked them with bolts of fire, trying to distract the wasps from heading towards Cameron. Tilting her weight to the side, she began to zoom towards the wasps as she thrusted her hand forward, sending bolts of lightning crashing into the wasps...but they were not effected. ::

"Shit.."

:: Obviously these creatures could withstand electricity, which sucked in Alexis' case...but don't count the meta human out. She still had other tricks up her sleeves that didn't involve electricity. Olding her hand out, an orb of energy surrounded one of the closer wasps to Cameron. Waving her hands much like Prue, Alexis controled the energy bubble sending the wasp flying into the second one. Once the two were about to make contact, the bubble dissapeared, and the wasps crashed into each other violently. Tilting in the opposite direction, she zoomed away from the two wasps, hoping to distract them so Blaze and Cam could get an attack together. ::

[Jill Monroe]

<< the wasps were not so easily deterred....as one of them turned and began to come after Blaze...the other two collided thanks to Shockwave's interference...but the wasps were far from finished. as they seemed to explode...they in fact turned into a HUGE SWARM..hundreds of small, ANGRY and AGRESSIVE wasps.....some went toward cameron and erika while some went after alexis...swarming around them...repeatedly striking their skin and stining them....as they obstructed their vision. the wasps made a horrid collective buzzing sound all the while.

the Giant wasp was now firing at Blaze...looking for it in the clouds...and attempting to ram her with its body before stinging her>>

[Jacob Black]

:: Cameron saw the Wasps coming as they zoomed right past him and Blaze and the others went into full combat mode. He was still somewhat protected by the field of telekinetic energy surrounding him but he knew that most likely these wasps had a few tricks up their sleeves. Prophet knew what he planned to do before Blaze had said anything. He didn't know if these were protected from psychic attacks, but Prophet had a feeling that they weren't. His eyes seemed almost vacant until they sparkled a bright electric blue projecting an Illusion to the wasps that he was getting way ahead of them and closer and closer to the Empire State Building and to Morgan. The wasps in turn zoomed towards the biggest threat which was the Illusion of Cameron as they zoomed towards the false image. This gave Cameron time to trail behind them as he now flew more fast and furious than he ever had before managing to catch up with them. Now he split the illusion causing two of the wasps to divert off on their own, eaching chasing separate illusions of Cameron, obvlivious to the fact that he was really behind them. He sent them for loops and spins and plummets. The wasps were moving at an extremely high speeds, that were way more than humanly possible. He wanted to test their speed. They were obviously capable of superhuman speeds. A smile curled up within his mouth as he whispered back to Blaze. ::

"I feel like I am on Top Gun or something! But.. I feel a collision coming on!"

:: Prophet began to direct his own Illusion as soon the wasps were heading in the same direction as each other both chasing what they thought to be Cameron King. They became closer and closer not stopping and before long Prophet STOPPED the Illusion all together as it was too late, the Wasps were mere feet from each other as they met head on in an extremely fatal collision that smashed them into each other head first, crushing their bodies against each other and pretty much exploding into the air spawning some goo of a purplish color to be spread among Ororo, Karen and the others that were still fighting bees. Cameron looked back and laughed ::

"Just call me Maverick! I feel the Need for SPEED!"

::He knew they would mutliply and beforethey could spawn into their lovely small cloud of bees, they became encircled in the energy that Cameron himself was now surrounded as the energy was extended from his own body. It looked almost like a Lasso as Cameron SPUN them around his head and HIGH into the air propelled by his telekinetic power and made sure they were out of sight. He hoped they would be gone. There were still some wasps in the background that were now circling Blaze and Erika as Cameron had a thought and quickly countered it to Blaze ::

"Don't ask me how I know this.. I just do.. but when a wasp enters a Bee Hive, the way that the Bees kill him is they swarm on top of him and just sit until the temperature gets so hot that it basically melts their insides. They create an intense amount of Thermal Energy. That is where you should come in. If you can create a blanket or globe of flame around them and keep increasing the temperature, they should be smoked. Granted these seem to be DEMONIC wasps, but I would think that the basics of nature would apply. If not we have to switch to a plan B.. I will get back there in case you need back up..."

:: Slowly but surely, Cameron slowed his body down as he hovered below the group. They all sped past his head at a high speed and that was when Cameron began to fly again, staying just behind the group, making sure to take control if things got out of hand ::

[Erika King]

< Erika watched her brother with a quiet sense of pride. He really took the reigns of getting rid of those wasps. This flight had given Erika a chance to rest and she now felt a surge of renewed strength and as Cameron took away three of the wasps ahead of the group and dispatched them, Erika was left to face to as they swarmed around her. Erika had an idea. She watched as her brother captured the small swarm and before he shot them up in the air, Erika called for them as they teleported out of Cameron's reach. >

"SWARM! INTO WASPS!"

< The swarm dissappeared in a swirl of white lights and orbs and suddenly the two wasps standing before her began to violently shake and pulsate as little horns could be seen trying to poke through their skin. The swarm was attacking one of their own, and although they might have been immune to their own poison, the swarmed had definitely weighted them down and made BOTH of the wasps extremely confused and uncomfortable as they began to fall from the air, plummeting towards the cold ground of NYC. They would most likely reconstitute into another swarm but for the moment Erika could use this as a way to find out their weaknesses and what exactly would kill them. >

[Jill Monroe]

<< the wasps were almost VIBRATING from the frenzy caused by Erika and Cameron....it was like an endless cycle of chaos as the wasps tore at themselves within the black cloud like swarm....eventually though...they EXPLODED with a violet hued burst of energy....and the shards of energy faded away....only the giant wasp that was chasing after Foxfire remained...as it began to fire deadly poisonous blasts from its stinger....as well as concussive force beams from its eyes>>

<< the empire state building was now upon them....the group had to pull up and scale the wall...to reach the top....where their final battle awaited>>



<< spellbinder, and an army of demons all armed with weapons were assembled. SHE was armed with the Soul Sword. ready to lay waste to anyone who dared to oppose her. and back on the other side of the building....on the plateau..her magicks kept the baby cameron in a deep slumber and immobilized within the force globe. he was unharmed for the moment....and blissfully unaware of what Morgan had instore for him. N'astirh stood over the alter....watching him. this giant demon...looking like a demonic horse that could stand upright on its legs with immense wings...also wielded magick power AND was infected with the techno organic virus...making him indestructable by most physical means. where as Black favored using the Shroud energy and his brute strength, N'astirh preffered guile, magick and psychological warfare>>

[Ororo]

:: climbing high with speed and elegance, Ororo torpedos like an arrow loosed from Artemis' own bow. finally reaching the point of landing, Ororo lands with a rushing sound of air and dust flying. she looks around, knowing that danger is all around....and as Karen and Guardian land and disembark from the broom they rode, Ororo raises her hand to hush the others who are reveling in thier victory over the wasps::

::the temperature was extremely high...and enchantments lingered in the air..causing everything to take on a darker appearence::

::light was scarce....and the faint sound of humans in despair were carried on the wind.....as the group now found themselves surrounded by evil.....Spellbinder's soft laughter echoed over the sounds of human despair::

[Shadow Weaver]

<< Karen snapped her fingers as her broom disappeared from site. landing on the ground light on her feet as her cape flowed behind her. she felt the hellish temperature and noted the air of despair and view of darkness....there were human bones and broken stone gargoyles scattered about ....and now....it seemed as if they were hopelessly seperated from civilzation>>

Ororo.....my daughter is responsible for all of this. Do we really have a chance in HELL of getting her back!?

<< Karen felt the same way Ororo did...they were undaunted in their resolve...but in their heart of hearts...they were not sure if even THEY could overcome Morgan's darkness and restore the city.>>

<< flashing images of demonic faces flowed through the air....leering at the group as they all eventually landed and surveyed their immediate surroundings>>

[Harbinger]

::Guardian stood beside Karen.....she looked around, her face showed no reaction..she kept that hidden well as she always did.::

anything can happen at this point...the probability for disaster is so strong...it makes "seeing" any possible time threads nearly impossible for me at this point.......but...we've come this far. We can't quit now. We have to try.

::as some of the spirit forms seemed to heckle Alison...she ignored them...stepping forward a bit...::

we're about to be locked into what can only be described...as a scene out of HELL!

::seemingly in the distance...a rumble was heard and growing....almost as if something of terrifying force was headed their way::

[Erika King]

< Erika landed with the others standing tall next to Karen, Ororo and Guardian. She was only probably a mere inch shorter than the woman but as she looked at them now, the darkness casting a strange glow on their skins, inches felt like feet. Still Erika was now exhuding a confidence similar to when she faced Black. She was scared out of her mind, but being scared now would only lead Morgan to pry on that vulnerability. Erika's profession and years in the field had taught her that much. Morgan was now displaying typical properties of a Sociopath. By definition these people are usually very successful in society. They tend to ebmrace a particular and often limited belief system to the exclusion of others which explained her hatred of men. They are individuals who are extremely self confident, intelligent, charismatic and persuasive of others. They have enormous drive and ambition but few problems about how they accomplish their objectives. Erika had seen that deadly ambition many times herself and the thought just made her shudder. They continue to increase in destructive power unti they explode. Dr. Erika King felt so stupid at this moment. With all of her training, with everything that she prided herself on knowing, how could she have not seen something like this coming sooner. She was sure that Karen was probably feeling the same way. The only problem with this Sociopath was she was a Sorceress with an INTENSE connection to dark magick and temptation. Erika believed that Morgan was a good person, but everything she was connected to was almost too strong for her to deny. She had to go into this battle believing she was combatting a Sociopath, not Morgan Victoria, a woman she probably could have learned a lot from. She had been lost in thought and it could be easily noted by those with the same mind set. She shook her head and looked to the powerful women to her left. >

"I can go in as the Healer of the group, but I fear Morgan, like Black will target me because of my powers.. I just feel so strange.. this is Morgan, I would want her by my side not, now on the opposite... I just don't know how we are going to save her.."

< She looked up at the building that seemed to go on forever before stopping at a dark and circling cloud around the top of the building as crackling dark purple black lightning followed. Erika remembered the night when she herself had produced Black Lightning, the night she had revived the poor woman who had been raped and beaten to death. Could she POSSIBLY channel that into a healthy and stable power source while facing Spellbinder. This was just becoming increasingly difficult. >

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Seeing the two wasps that she made collide together explode into a swarm of wasps, only made Alexis pissed. Ugh, these stupid demonic flying creatures were a bitch to get rid of. I would seriously hate to see a demonic version of a cockroach. Now THAT would be an interesting battle in itself. Tilting forward, she began to fly at extremely high speeds, trying to get away from the swarm that was heading her way. Unfortunately, these little buggers were pretty fast. Although she kept her distance from the majority of them, a few were able to sting her arms and face causing little red welts to form on her skin. ::

"Fuckers!"

:: But luckily for her, Cameron and Erika were thinking on their toes. As a team, they were able to destroy all the wasps...you had to give them credit. The King clan was certainly a force to be reckoned with. Making her way down to where Karen, Guardian, Erika and Ororo had already landed, Alexis simply walked off the energy disk as it disappeared into the concrete below. Standing next to the four woman, she listened to them speak of Morgan...with a sigh, the meta human nodded. ::

"As much as Morgan and I had our differences, I don't want her ending up dead after this battle. But...she's unstable, erratic, and sadistic. She won't hesitate to kill one of us. We need to keep on our toes."

:: Pausing, Alexis lifted her head, allowing her eyes to trail up the large building.... ::

"If you can get me close enough to her, I can drain her life energy...rendering her unconscious. But I can only do it if I have physical contact with her. This way we can at least knock her down without taking her completely out."

:: Crossing her arms, Alexis did have the ability to take anyone's life energy and absorb it into her own body. She couldn't, unfortunately, absorb any magickal powers...but any enhanced strength, speed, etc, she would gain. Therefore, if Alexis could touch Morgan for a few seconds...she would gain not only Morgan's strength, agility, and speed. But they could actually knock her out without killing her. ::

[Foxfire]

** Foxfire pondered the idea Cameron created, it was a good plan. Now to test that theory on the demonic Wasp. She needed to lure the insect in further through the clouds, it couldn't possibly be very logical because he was angry and aggressive. Therefore the mutant could take advantage of that. Once the bee swarmed into the thick protection of the cloud, Blaze's eyes morphed into a dull metallic, this allowed her to see the Wasps' body heat. **

** Picking up its vibrating stinger, she quickly tossed the energy disk towards the Wasp, just enough to distract him. The disk zoomed out of the cloud while Blaze allowed her body to glide over the air currents, which was only temporary. Circling around behind the Wasp, Blaze's fingertips tingled with her thermal energy. Drastically increasing its body temperature now, cooking it from the inside out. A grid like fire appeared from her palms until she tossed the grid down onto the last remaining wasp. Clapping her hands together to maneuver the blanket of heat over and around it. Blaze concentrated more on the wasps' skull region than anything else. **

** Soon her plan worked and the deadly wasp was no more. Gliding along the clouds until she located the abandoned energy disk. Climbing down over it, she soared through the clouds until she followed the others, tracking by their scent. Blaze was the last to land right before jumping down off the disk. Landing next to Shockwave and Prophet. Her eyes stared straight ahead, she was ready. **

[Jill Monroe]

<< the opening they arrived in slams shut...the sound of substantial metal locking fills the air...as the screams of dying humans floods the room....and flames errupt all around them>>

<< skeletons...and broken bodies being devoured by demons can be seen from the flickering flames...as the temperature climbs higher still.>>


<< spellbinder's voice fills the air>>

it is not MY death you should be worried about Alexis Quatermaine...for you are nothing more than a flickering SPARK in my domain...to be extreminated with the greatest of ease.

<< thunder blasts.....as the flames grow brighter and stronger....as the cavern they seem to be in now becomes brightly illuminated...and all around them...demons of various sizes and shapes...weilding weapons can be seen..on the walls, hanging from the ceiling...luring in the shadows...everywhere>>

I want their HEARTS and SOULS, my pets. the rest...you may feast on to your fill


<< at Spellbinder's command...Demons flood the air...and rush the group....striking with axes, swords, maces, staffs, daggers, whips...teeth, and claws.....its the LARGEST onslaught of demons that has been unleashed upon this group...and Spellbinder intends to see that it is their LAST stand>>

[Foxfire]

** Turning around, Foxfire saw the door behind them sealing tightly, trapping them inside. It was like a bad horror movie or something. Shaking it off, she turned to the front to stare ahead noticing the room's light and temperature increasing. Breathing a bit heavier, her heart increased its pace from the small surge of Adrenaline she felt. Studying each of the hordes of demons, Blaze raised her hands, preparing herself for an outcome. **

** Her eyes cascading over to their yellow tint. Noting the other demons on the ceiling and walls, she smirked. This would probably be her area to strike while the others worked on dispatching the others. At Spellbinder's commands, the demons scattered towards the members of the Six. **

** Foxfire leaped into the air, landing directly on the ceiling above. Somersaulting backwards, her skates knocked away various weapons some of the demons contained. Grabbing one of the bigger beasts next to her who resembled a large hellhound with bright red eyes. Blaze's fingertips morphed into sharp cutting claws which sliced through its throat. Spinning around, she fired multiple fire grenades at the demons scaling the walls, blowing them off and some up. One of the demons raking its claw down Foxfire's shoulder blade, making her more enraged. With a more powerful roar, her eyes morphed into a pale blue tint. **

"That's no way to treat a lady."

** Waving her hand, she increased its vital organs' temperature. Cooking him from the inside out. Steam and smoke were rising off his powerful form. With a flick of her fingertips she sent him sprawling back with a backdraft like current which exploded fire currents all around him. Blaze remembered the earlier flames which erupted, she could perhaps try to use this element to her advantage. **

** Positioning her fingertips into a triangular style, heavy flames scorched all around Foxfire who was calling upon her second highest power, her fire chi. Raising the temperature into the room, she was manipulating the flames to her command. Raising her own claw like hands into the air, she made a wave like movement. Suddenly the torches that hung neatly against the walls began to rise in flames which flickered more higher and powerful. Blaze herself spun around on her skates, sucking every flame and fire form to her whim and call. Like a fan, she moved drastically faster until all the flames from the cavern were Foxfire's. Area's that were lite up were now darker and more mysterious. Intense, bright flickering fire radiated from Foxfire's whirling form. Outstretching her hands at the walls and her side, she fired blast after blast of intense thermal energy at most of the demons near on the walls and ceiling. **

** Another bright explosion erupted this time, knocking down various demons while the flames flew around to scorch their bodies. Flaming demons ran to find water but it was unsuccessful, especially not with the increased temperature. Large fire lions, bears, tigers, t - rex's all came running through crashing against the unholy demons. **

** Stopping in her tracks, Blaze felt light headed again. Trying to shake it off, but her body was beginning to feel exhausted. Putting up a firewall around herself, she sat crouched down on the ceiling, upside down. Her omega healing power seeing to it that she was recuperating in just small minimal ways. **

[Jacob Black]

:: Cameron's own power of premonition as well as his power that now allowed him to see things from the Other Side gave him a rather graphic and terrifying vision of what had happened on the streets near the Empire State Building. People running and crying while demons jumped on their backs, feasting on their flesh and dragging them back into chambers to feast on their bones. Taking a deep gulp he soon found himself trapped with the rest of the group as what seemed like an army of demons that looked pretty tough and pretty ugly. Prophet knew that everyone was going to have to reach deep down into their guts in order to get past this level and prove to Spellbinder that they were very serious. Prophet sprung into action ::

"Why do the ugly ass fuckers always want to attack us?!"

:: Shooting out his hands he baragged a group back into another group with his telekinesis as he began to test their strengths and weaknesses. Spinning around rather quickly and extending his left hand he let out a psionic wave which rippled through the space between the Six and the Demons as all that could be seen was the occassional flicker of electric blue. If the wave made contact, it would weed out the ones who weren't protected against his telepathic abilities as it would disrupt and fire at their synapses causing a complete and udder mental paralysis ::

[Jill Monroe]

<< black lightning bolts struck Cameron in his chest...and fried his skin>>

FOOL! your powers are INFANTESSIMAL compared to mine!

DEMONS! CUT THEM DOWN!


<< those demons which LACKED the metallic look of those infected by the tecno organic virus were now JOINED by TO infected demons!.....adding to the force of numbers and making it IMPERATIVE for the group to keep themselves OUT of the reach of those new demons.>>

<< large, muscular demons hefted some boulders, and began hurling them at Foxfire from two directions....while a winged demon slapped Prophet from behind with its massive wings before bringing its mace forward with a mighty swing>>

<< Spellbinder's voice flowed in the air....goading the demons>>

Break their bones....rend their flesh....make them KNOW what FEAR TASTES LIKE!

[Harbinger]

::Guardian ran a gauntlet of slender, tall demons...using her gymnastics and foresight as a precog to allow her to anticipate their moves and evade them::

:: as she cleared the run...she stood tall...and held her hand up...a bell tolls as a staff with ancient inscriptions manifests in her hand....the large black, faceted jewel at the top of the staff begins to glow a cobalt blue....as the sound of power is heard and winds rise....the space around her begins to swirl and blur....as she utters a phrase in a language not understood by anyone there::

:: pointing the staff forward....a large sphere forms...with a sparkling effect around it...it begins to fly forward, encompassing one demon after the next in the gauntlet that she just cleared. without the protection of Limbo's "time/space" defying power....her power of time DISPLACES their physical body from all times and spaces...causing them to spread out and flicker before fading out of existence. the orb charges along..catching a few more demons and displacing them as well taking a hand full out of the fight.::

:: Guardian is immediately faced with a machete weilding demon. fending him off with the staff..she forces him back before thrusting her hand forward and True Freezing him.....stoping his molecules as well as those in his immediate space as he is enveloped in a thick, solid pillar of ice.::

:: she wastes no time SMASHING the demon with a mighty swing of the staff...stepping on his crystalized remains with her stilletto heel::

[Ororo]

::Ororo moved with grace and elegance...despite being older than the rest of the group...she was definately able to keep a high level of physical activity...as she too dodged a few obvious lunges and swipes by demons. She took to the air....flying with speed and technique that allowed her to easily evade the winged demons....::

Ororo: I call upon the power of the HURRICANE!!

::Ororo's eyes glowed solid white as her silver hair flowed upward...she raised her hands...as thunder crashed and boomed....gale force winds, hail, lightning and torrential rains BLASTED into being....flowing together in a terrifying unison in a HORIZONTAL pattern as she BATTERED a large group of demons...forcing them to their knees and sending them sprawling the down the length of the enclosed cavern....the hail stones grew in size crashing down on the heads of the larger demons as the lightning bolts blasted them in their chests::

[Shadow Weaver]

<< just on the other side of Ororo's hurricane...Karen turned to find herself the FURTHEST down the enclosed cavern....and dwarfed by an 8 ft tall road block of a demon.>>

<< it had a large spiked club....and made no sounds as it swung with such force...intending to smash her in the head>>

NO!!

<< she shimmered from one spot to another in the blink of an eye....allowing him to come down on a portion of the wall with all his might...>>

Youll not have me this night, you brute. My magicks will see to that!

<< holding her hands at her mid section...a golden sphere of magick forms...emitting sparks and glowing...emitting rays of light....it grows a bit more...before Karen brings her hands back and to the side...pulling the power back and letting it build before tossing it forward with feminine form....the sparkling orb spins and rotates as it flies forward....smashing into the back of the demon with the force of a MASSIVE wrecking ball....bowling ing him over head first into a spiked outgrowth of the stone wall..but even as the demon is bashed by Karen's wrecking ball ..it disintergrates and changes into several smaller demons possesed of speed and LONG reaching arms. they IMMEDIATELY lunge for Karen....>>

one of the ones with virus!!

<< in fear of being touched....Karen takes hold of her cape from and lifts her hands spreading her cape....as a sparkling effect manifests...she errects a magick shield between herself and the demons..deflecting their touch and sending them stumbling back>>

foul creatures........there HAS to be a way to......

<< snapping her fingers...she pointed at her circular shiled...and twirled her index finger in circular motion...as the shield turned side ways....and transformed into a large circular spiked disc....spinning so face it created sparks in the air as it sliced through ANY form of solid matter. wave her hand in a forward motion...the spinning spiked disc charged forward at a slight angle...slicing off their heads...before coming back again and slicing through their mid section and coming back the other way and slicing their legs in half..>>

[Foxfire]

** Blaze continued to rest safely within her fire wall. Several demons trying desperately to claw into it, striking it, anything they could think of. However once anyone touched her dome, they immediately ignited into a blazing inferno. Opening her eyes, she listened all around her to the screams, battle cries, and various assaults being created. Increasing her sonar hearing, she listened to a creature nearby scooping up an object and then the identical sound to her left. Immediately, the mutant climbed to her feet. Pivoting on her heel, she saw two creatures, flinging large builders in her direction. **

"Lovely."

** She grumbled with a sense of sarcasm and dry wit. Patiently timing out the two boulders, Blaze cartwheeled to the sides, avoiding the boulders. However with the two large builders crashing into the shoulder, hundreds of shell and rock splattered into her. Smacking and cutting her face, Foxfire went down on the ceiling. Shaking her head, she licked her moist lips with a raised eyebrow. She slowly stood up, the small cuts and bruises disappearing in a matter of seconds. They were clever to target her in the weakened condition she was in. **

"Shockwave, bring your fine little ass over by me! I could use an assist with these things."

** Motioning for the two creatures who were around, she remembered Shockwave was still on the ground. Lunging into the air, Foxfire landed down onto the ground level, beside Alexis. Playfully bumping her hip into her with a grin, she pointed at the ceiling. **

"See Beavis and Butthead? Sexy bitches aren't they? Anyway...I need a full on assault from you while I lure the both of them. Do whatever you want, just make sure to fry them up. I would do it myself but my own fire energy takes a lot out of me. Thanks."

** She winked before jumping back up onto the ceiling in a crouched position. Moving to the muscular demon on her left, Blaze began to sprint full force at him before jumping into the air, striking her skates across its face, knocking him backwards near the second demon. Glancing down at Shockwave, she nodded to her. **

[Jacob Black]

:: Bam! The blast of dark lightning hit Prophet straight in the chest as he was barrelled back by the extreme force as it TORE through his body suit leaving a torn center in the middle of his chest. He got up to his feet as his fists were clenched. He was determined to show no fear in this situation. He now noticed he was in the back of the pack with Karen. Before he could do anything he felt the claws of a mighty demon before meeting the mace as he was knocked down to the ground once more. From the side a few demons LURCHED on his body clawing at his body suit. They were so close to the open skin on his chest. ::

"Get off of me you fuckers! GET AWAY FROM ME!"

:: It was too late. A demon made contact with the open skin on his chest and the pain was even more than anything that Cameron could even describe. Claws dug into his flesh as blood sprayed from his chest and splattered on the hordes of demons around him. With his last ounce of power he unleashed a Telekinetic Bomb Blast that exploded from his temple in a swirl and mass of electric blue energy that radiated and combusted anything in it's path, hitting the demons with the force of a freight train. Cameron crawled away as he lifted a telekinetic shiled and began to cough profusely. Was he going to die? ::

[Shadow Weaver]

<< after having dispatched her group of demons...Karen struggled to gain ground and space between herself and more demons with bows and arrows>>

<< pointing at some on coming arrows that were slicing through the air at her....she transformed them into harmless flowers that fell softly from the air....she formed a mystic shield with her other hand....and deflected more advances....as she pointed at some stalactites from the ceiling. golden energy surrounded them as they quivered and came crashing down smashing the heads of the demons as they came charging forward>>


<< noticing Cameron taking a serious hit...and seeing the savage treatment Morgan heaped upon him......Karen's nature as a doctor and as a mother began to superceed her hatefull feeling towards him. she quickly moved over to him. spreading her cape out behind her as she knelt down...>>

Just lay still Cameron.

<< her tone was cold and elegant...an older version of Morgans own sound....as her stern, crystaline eyes fixed upon the young man, she waved her hand over his wounds...and a soft haze of golden sparkling energy flowed around ...nullifying the pain , healing the wounds and leaving him with a calm feeling inside and out>>

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Demons, demons, everywhere! What fun it was to be the six at the moment. Letting out a heavy sigh, Alexis watched as the Spellbinder unleashed an army of demons in their direction. Throwing her hand out in a calm fashion, bolts of lightning flew from the palm of her hand and fried the first three demons in the pack coming towards her. The other demons didn't even flinch...stepping over their comrades dead bodies, they continued to make their way to the meta human. ::

"One point, Alexis."

:: Spinning in a circular motion, Alexis then extended her hand out in front of her. The moment she made a complete 360 degree turn, a 30 foot electrical whip had formed in her hand and was unleashed at the remaining demons. The whip wrapped around the three remaining demons, burning their skin on contact. Pulling the whip towards her, the demons stumbled to the ground and immediately began struggle to regain their composure. But Lex wasn't done yet. Letting go of the electrical whip, it soon began to slither towards the fallen demons turning into what looked like a snake...with a smirk, Alexis extended her hand toward the demon, her palm facing upward. Clenching her hand into a fist, the electrical snake constricted around the three demons frying them until their bones melted. The attack emitted strobe light-like effects, and the demons could be heard screaming for mercy. Finally, within a blinding exploding light, the demons exploded, sending burnt body parts and organs everywhere. ::

"Point number two for Alexis."

:: With a small giggle, she watched as Blaze leaped down from the ceiling next to her. Raising a brow, she nodded at the mutant who asked for assistance to terminate two annoying little bugs. Looking up towards the ceiling, Alexis cocked her arm back and tossed 4 energy balls at the demons, two for each of them. The moment before the energy balls made contact with the demons, Alexis quickly put her hand in a "stop" formation as the balls of energy exploded into billions of little energy balls, flying into the demons all at the same time. ::

"Let's make this point number three..."

:: With a smile, Alexis squinted her eyes and all of a sudden, the demons stopped dead in their tracks....their eyes widened with fear as a massive shockwave exploded OUT of both the demons, slicing them in half. Alexis had energized all the energy at the same time, sending an internal shockwave, killing the demons instantly. ::

"Ouch."

:: Shaking her head, Alexis turned around to only find Cameron had been hit pretty bad by a bolt of black lightning...and seemed to have been attacked by a demon. Karen was assisting him....Damnit...I need to get to Morgan... Alexis had an idea of her own...but she first had to find where Morgan was hiding. These demons were nothing more then insects to her, and she needed to find the queen bee. Biting her bottom lip, the meta human began to look around. ::

"Come out, come out, wherever you are..."

[Foxfire]

** Eyeing Alexis carefully, Blaze followed down after her. Jumping down from the ceiling after the demons were destroyed. Quietly, walking behind the Meta Human, Blaze slide her arm around Shockwave's bicep. **

"I don't think so..."

** Her eyes flickered with a spark of fire. Foxfire sensed Alexis' new found of adventure and independence. Shaking her head, she smirked over at her. **

"I certainly hope you come after me like this...once you give in to my charms..."

** Winking, Blaze laughed when she released Shockwave's arms before folding her arms across her chest. **

"You stay with me, get it? Got it? Good, its settled. Your not venturing out of my sight...Morgan isn't to be taken lightly, we stick together..."

** Glancing back, Blaze locked eyes with the Meta Human turning to see Prophet assisted by Karen. The irony of such a picture was rather poetic. **

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Looking to Blaze as she took Alexis by the arm, the blonde let shook her head. ::

"Thank you for that Oprah moment."

:: Yanking her arm away from Blaze, Alexis knew the mutant was only looking out for her, but she knew her idea would work if she could just follow through with it. Parting her lips with her tongue, Shock began to step away from Blaze, continuing to look around the battle-filled streets. But her eyes soon trailed up the large building knocking Morgan was watching over them like a hawk. ::

"Common, Morgan! You know you've wanted a piece of me since the day I walked into your office and called you an insufferable, washed-up, SLUT!"

:: Yelling at the top of her lungs...Alexis was pushing Morgan's buttons...and her buttons were already pretty much worn out, therefore Morgan was either going to come down and attack Alexis like she hoped, or wait to torcher her later. Sadly, Alexis was opting for option number one. ::

"You want to kill me bad, don't you...so bad you can taste it. Well common! Come get me."

[Erika King]

< Erika went forthe at the Demons of Limbo, determined to not make this her last battle. Her eyes instantly became a bright Silver almost glowing white as she cast out her hands and screamed in a few of the Lesser Demons Faces. >

"HEARTS!"

< The Demons kept running forthe until they stopped briefly before shrieking and falling dead to the ground as the hearts of four demons appeared at Erika's feet. Turning around she was going to need a plan. Calling upon her elemental connection to the water. She immediately transformed into but a mere pool of the liquid itself before it started expand and grow larger and larger by the minute. Erika propelled herself up higher and higher as it looked like a huge water tornado was in the air and suddenly, that water tornado turned into a gigantic tidal wave that crashed into a wave of demons, knocking them back with extreme force while throwing some under the water, restricting their breathing. She kept barrelling forward not stopping until she was sure a good chunk of demons had been killed. She knew more would come but she would be prepared. >

"I challenge you Morgan! BRING ON YOUR WORST!"

< She reformed and turned around looking at the wave of destruction she had come with demons that obviously had broken bones and some had been drowned and others were dead. She ran over to her brother's side after seeing that he had fallen. She picked him up off the ground in a non maternal manner and looked him dead in the eye. >

"Do NOT fall. The King Family does NOT fall and not get back up! You need to be strong!"

< She turned to Karen and noticed that she had warded off some of the demons with a clever shield. >

"Have you found any weaknesses we can prey on?"

[Foxfire]

** Just what the hell was Alexis doing? She was going to get herself killed! Blaze's anger was becoming more apparent when Alexis defied her purposely walking further away. Walking faster than before, Foxfire forcefully YANKED Shockwave by her costume fast and furiously. Her eyes morphing over to the same red tint her sister wore when enraged. **

"What is YOUR problem Alexis?! You trying to be the hero? Huh! Don't you understand, I'm trying to look out for you and you just wave me off like your assistant! I don't think so!"

** Pulling Alexis along by her suit, she contained an uncanny strength level due to her heightened adrenaline levels. Spinning Alexis around, Foxfire burned her eyes into her. **

"You want my sister? you go through ME to get to her! I won't allow you to get hurt..."

[Pam De Beaufort]

"UGH!"

:: Being pulled by Blaze, Alexis whipped around glaring at the woman. Okay, there was a difference between protecting and interfering...Blaze had definatley stepped over that line. ::

"I'm not trying to be anyone's hero! Morgan is toying with us Blaze! She's sending all her best demons out to try and distract us, and we need to stop her NOW!"

:: Pulling away from the fire elemental. ::

"Look...we all need to be in the top of our game. Morgan CAN'T let my comments go without coming down here and setting me straight. I'm getting her down to OUR level so we can end this feud! Don't you understand this? Either way, whether it be now or later, we HAVE to fight her!"

[Foxfire]

"Calling Morgan out is one thing but harassing her is another..."

** She stood in front of the Meta Human with a stubborn look plastered across her face. She knew Morgan would follow through on her attack. Clenching her jaw, Blaze stepped a side with a worried look held within her emerald eyes. **

"She will come for you....your the worm and she is the eagle...I just hope you know what your doing Alexis....for yourself and this team."

** Blaze knew most couldn't comprehend her passionate way of thinking but it was who she was. However, she knew the team had to bring Morgan down to their level. It was difficult for Foxfire through, this whole ordeal was. Her eyes drifted up, looking for her sibling. Where was she? As the fine hour became clear, Blaze's own morals were not, could she go through with this? Should she walk away now? **

"Go...but be careful."

** Looking away, Blaze stood away from Alexis, who could continue on. Sighing under her breath, she counted down until Spellbinder showed her power without consequence....**

[Ororo]

:: as Ororo bombards a demon with an onslaught of hail stones...pelting him and battering him....suddenly all the demons stop in their tracks...turning to stone and becoming one with the environment..looking like randomly placed statues....the dark cave seemed a eeriely silent now...with only the faint sound of dripping water and the sound of a crying baby carried on the winds that still flowed through the cavern::

::Ororo turns her head sharply as Alexis and Erika call out Morgan....a look of extreme disapproval falls over her face as she stands..her robe and goddess dress flowing slightly in the breeze::

Ororo: "YOU'RE LEVEL"? foolish child, you know not what you ask for. Do you think things are so easily dealt with? if that were the case...we would not have found ourselves where we are NOW!


:: stepping forward, as Karen joins her...Ororo looks around::

we are hemmed in...we need to find our way to the plateau of power...and gain more space...not to mention reaching Morgan's alter that faces the weakest point of the barrier between earth and Limbo::


:: but even as Ororo motioned for everyone to move on....the cavern began to rumble...and winds gusting at random with HARSH effect::

[Jill Monroe]

TOO LATE!


<< a chime and thunder sounds off...as disc opens above Erika's head. Morgan SMASHES down a boulder on her head with such force before coming through the disc herself....smacking shockwave across the jaw with ALL her might...there is a sickening crack heard in the air....as Morgan flings her hands upward...and detonantes a cocussive force blast in a ballistic fashion...sending everyone flying every which way>>


you asked for it...and now you've GOT IT!


<< Morgan stands tall....shadows lengthening around her like tentacles...as her hair flows, her eyes glow solid white and she smiles with the same demonic gleam as any demon>>

the time has come for you to DIE!

[Erika King]

< Erika reemed from the pain as she clammered to her feet, thankful for her extremely powerful healing gifts for it not for them, she would probably be on the floor and unconscious. She stood strong in front of the Sorcerer, remarkably shorter but looking no less strong or powerful. She sneered at the Sorceress being extremely catty. >

"Morgan, the Vengeful Scorned Woman look is becoming worn out on you! Can't you find a new vice for God's Sake?"

< Before she could say anything else she was blasted back by Spellbinder's extremely powerful attack. Closing her eyes she quickly dissipated in a flurry of orbs before resurfacing right in front of the Sorceress completely in tact. >

"Okay, now can we stop this nonsense! You got your point across! Nobody is going to piss you off for a LONG time! Now can you just call this thing off and go home?"

< She was somewhat walking on egg shells. Erika would have to be the one to respond not the offense. Morgan was a teleporter and could easily evade attacks thrown at her. If they were to battle it would have to be toe to toe and Erika would need to get herself on an even playing ground. >

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Feeling the winds pick up, Alexis could tell something was about to happen. And sure enough, it did. Morgan came through her stepping disc, dropping a huge boulder on Erika's head that would most likely knock her out. Seeing this, there was enough time and space between herself and Erika for Alexis to dive to the ground before Spell pummled her in the face. Rolling to her feet, Alexis turned around to face Morgan whom was glaring at them like they were nothing more then insects she was about to squash. Waving her arm in a circular motion above her head, her electrical whip appeared once again as she snapped it mere feet away from Morgan's face to only send a massive amount of sparks to fly into her face. Hoping to blind the sorceress, Alexis waved the whip around once more allowing it to wrap tightly around Morgan, before she pulled it towards her, sending intense, deadly electrical pulses into her body. Ten times worse then an electric chair used to kill prisoners. ::

[Jill Monroe]

<< a light circle appears under morgan's feet...she teleports out of Alexis' reach in the blink of an eye....and reappears along side her.>>

give it up girl.

<< elbowing her in her eye before spinning a round house kick to Alexi's stomach, Spellbinder finishes off the attacking with a well placed eldritch bolt to her chest to send her flying even FURTHER than she would have from initial impact>>

Erika King? dont you get tired of trying to be the Paul Revere of the group? you cannot marshall its forces anymore than you can hope to over come my power! i nearly killed your mother.....and i can do MORE than that to YOU and your SOUL!

<< gesturing as a halo of dark magick forms around her hands.....Morgan casts a spell and Erika finds her body DECAYING as she stands there...maggots and bugs infesting her from within and without...she feels as if she's been DEAD and in the ground for a YEAR>>

[Erika King]

< As Erika feels her body start to decay her own regenerative processes began to charge up as her skin begins to heal and the bugs begin to fall out of her and on to the ground which is a surprise to even Erika herself. Her healing had never been that advanced before and it made her wonder about her future on if she would. Erika calms herself enough to ignite her OWN Healing Spell which is accented by white sparkles and orbs that shimmer around her body and seem to stand there for a moment before fading away, leaving Erika completely healed. >

"Morgan! The one thing that you have always FAILED to understand, is that the magick I harness is something that YOU will never be able to control or understand. It's the epitome of good and light! A light that left your corner a long time ago, leaving only Shadow! You have Gone OFF the Deep End and we are ALL Here to make sure you can do NO More Harm!"

< Orbing away from view she appears behind the Sorcerer as she kicks her hard in the back, still using the strength she had summoned from her fight with Black. Though Morgan was extremely strong, she had to figure that Black would be almost on par with her strength. As Spellbinder stumbled back, Erika raised a Mystic Shield and began to Chant. >

"I Bind You MORGAN from doing harm! Harm to yourself and harm to other people..."

< The Winds began to howl and slowly light rain as falling down in the middle of a cave, a sign that Erika was working her magick. The rain didn't harm anyone but to Morgan it was like Holy Water and she would not like it. If Erika could stop this madness for just one moment they might be able to salvage things. She stood strong now, her voice growing louder and louder, but still in a stern yet calm state. >

"I Bind You MORGAN from doing harm! Harm to yourself and harm to other people. I Bind You MORGAN from doing harm! Harm to yourself and harm to other people..."

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Her head snapped back from the impact of the elbow to her eye. She was then kicked in the stomach and finished off by an eldritch bolt to the chest, sending her flying backwards. Before hitting the ground, an energy disk appeared uner Alexis, stopping her from falling. Taking a few moments to catch her breath, the bolt not only burnt her skin but took her breath away. Coughing, the meta human soon stood back on her own two feet, looking in Morgan's direction..... ::

:: Stomping her foot on the ground, a large rumble could her heard as hundreds of SOLID neon blue snakes came up from the concrete around Morgan's feet instantly. She knew there was a shred of humanity left in Morgan, and she would hope to play off her fear of snakes long enough so Morgan wouldn't teleport away. That and the fact Erika had just unleashed an attack on Morgan...hopefully the sorceress was distracted. Soon, the snakes actually began to ABSORB INTO Morgan's flesh.....Alexis waited. ::

[Jill Monroe]

<< Morgan stumbles forward ....a fair move from Erika indeed...and feeling the restrictive pull of Erika's magickal strike...Morgan grits her teeth...as she inhales...and staggers... Shockwave's neon blue snakes manifest themselves...as Morgan covers her face with her hands......she exhales with extreme agitation>>


<<thunder begins to crash...drowning out Erika's voice...and the winds whistle with an almost SIREN like sound as they began to swirl tightly around the cavern...LOWERING the air pressure around the group...making it harder for them to breathe>>


STOP IT!!! I AM SORCERESS SUPREME!!

<< Lighting BLASTS down....creating an inverted lighting effect around Morgan as she screams and is enshrouded in shadow.....her costume shreds away...as a clanging sound is heard..she is now completely covered in armour...including her face with only a strategic silver opening along the eye area to reveal glowing red eyes. metallic silver horns seamlessly jut out from the headdress of the armour....and she now has a tail.>>

<<shrieking with rage....She BUSTS OUT OF her bindings....now possesed of blinding berserker wrath...and wielding the SOUL SWORD...she rushes forward...and with a mighty swing with both hands...she slashes Erika across her stomach with the flaming white blade of the sword. this blade, which can disrupt ANY spell and MAME any enchanted creature or being ....more often than not resulting in DEATH>>

YOU CANT STOP ME!! ILL KILL YOU!! KILL YOU ALL!!

<< she turns toward alexis....and extends her armoured hand....turning Alexis' lower body to solid stone and cementing her to the ground>>

BURN!

<< a wooshing sound is head as Alexis is enveloped by silver mystic flames from her torso up>>

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Seeing that both her's and Erika's attack actually stunned Spellbinder, Morgan stood long enough for the snakes to absorb INTO Morgan's body, leaving a MASSIVE quantity of energy within the sorceress. Morgan of course, didn't realize this...and soon turned into something that didn't even look human. Watching her attack Erika with the soul sword...Alexis knew all to well what that sword was, and WHAT it could do to someone. And she too attacked Alexis, making her legs into stone...keeping her bound to the ground. But she didn't stop her attacks. Extending her hand out, Alexis began to control the energy within Morgan's body......feeling as if her(Morgans) skin was crawling with insects, Alexis' eyes turned a stark white. The energy's heat began to intensify making Morgan feel like she was burning from the inside out. Lifting her hand in the air, Morgan lifted as well...this of course, only done because she had completely control over the massive amount of energy within the sorceress' body. The energy within Spellbinder's body was then manifested into electricity as Alexis began to electricute her from the inside out. With one last attempt to knock her out...Alexis cocked her arm back, before throwing it forward, sending Morgan flying into the opposing brick wall behind her. During this ordeal, Morgan had yet again unleashed another attack on Alexis, causing her upper body to engulf in mystic flames. Screaming, she tried to put the flames out as best she could...hoping her attack would atleast stall Morgan. ::

[Jill Monroe]

<< Shockwave was foolish enough to think that SHE would be able to subdue Spellbinder....at this critical stage in the game. her previous attack allowed her to gain a foothold on some of spellbinder's energy signature and she capitalized on that...attacking Spellbinder with an inverted electrocution attack>>

<< Spellbinder's last shred of humanity gave way to berserker rage...shockwave STUPIDLY tried the tactic that ororo warned them ALL against trying...and now there was no going back>>

<< Spellbinder's glowed soild red..with energy sparking and surging out of them.....as she seemed to convulse from the attack of Shockwave...she even fell to the ground. but after a few seconds of seemingly being subdue...she immediately STARTED UP......looming large like Jason Vorhees>>


you ...have just signed.......your DEATH WARRANT!

<< Spellbinder's voice climaxed with the thunder...a war cry...as she EXPELLED the presence of Shockwave's signature from her body and returned it right back to her. it was HER's after all... and with it...Spellbinder's last vestiage of humanity left her as well. Spellbinder RETURNED Alexis' attack BACK upon her with INTEREST...as she ignited her imitation spell, replicated the Same process in HER that she had against Spellbinder.>>


SAY GOODBYE!

[Ororo]

:: Ororo was truly exasperated with the heroics of Alexis and Erika::

Ororo: the foolish impetuous drive of youth. did she really think she had the power to stop Morgan?

:: extending her hands as small vortexes of wind formed around them, Ororo's eyes glow white and her hair blows::

a vortex of wind to clear the air...and deliver them from their doom!

:: rushing white winds sweep from behind Ororo and surge ahead....charging at high velocity...and sweeping away ANYTHING not firmly nailed down. it was a harsh thing to do indeed, as Ororo BLASTS everyone from within the cavern OUT onto the large, menacing platform, demonic alter that was the pinnacle of the empire state building..where critical mass would take place. giving EVERYONE much needed room to breathe and fight...as well as regain their bearings::


:: Erika was badly hurt, and Shockwave on the verge of death. Morgan no longer appeared "human"...a creature covered in armour from top to bottom...even her face.....she had bottomed out thanks to Alexis playing on her deep seeded fear. NOW not only was she hell bent on destroying them out of revenge...but she also felt the need for her SURVIVAL depended on their deaths ::


KAREN!!! these children are doing more harm than good...evacuate them! I will do what i can again against Spellbinder.

::Ororo was extremely agitated, and a feeling of hopelessness was betrayed through her voice...as they now were confronted with the image of the baby cameron on the alter, guarded by the immense winged, techno organic demon N'astirh....and the skies seemed to be churning with anticipation for the breaking point when Limbo took over the city.::

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Fortunatly for her, Morgan's attack only caused minimal damage to Alexis, as she could control the energy signatures that were sent back to her from Spellbinder. Shockwave could feel the intense heat within her body...but she was able to stop the electrical currents from coming about, only causing Alexis to be uncomfortable, not injured. Morgan's previous attack actually caused the meta human more anguish then the attack sent back at her. She had burn marks on her arms and neck. She was able to sheild her face for the most part with her hands. Though it seemed that the mystic flames died down once Morgan attacked Alexis once again, she didn't know for how long. Alexis was pretty much a sitting duck. Well, a statue of a sitting duck, really. She couldn't do much of anything, but hope she could defend herself against Morgan...but luckily, Ororo had helped out. Winds began to surge around the group, and soon, they were ontop of the Empire State Building. Slumping to the ground, Alexis was badly burned for the most part, but not incapable of fighting. Pushing herself up off the ground...it was a bit of a struggle, but she wouldn't be taken down so easily. Standing, she heard Ororo's words about how Alexis pushed her to the brink of no return....Alexis did what she had to. She wasn't going to stand around and WAIT for Morgan to attack them...and sure as hell wasn't going to waste her energy on the demons Morgan sent out after them. She called Spellbinder out, and she attackedh er with her worse fear because it was what had to be done. Blame Alexis in the end, she didn't care as long as they got out of this alive. ::

[Shadow Weaver]

<< Karen was nauseated with grief as she watched her daughter strike the others....it was all happening so fast and climaxing...she felt like SHE was out of control and helpless>>

<< the backlash of fire and energy caused Karen to cover her face...shielding herself with her cape. the situation was deteriorating fast>>

What are we going to DO!?!

<< Ororo took control and swept everyone from the cavern to the outer plateau....were the grim reality of what was instore for the baby cameron and the city was apparent. a new monster stood looming over the baby at the alter...and the skies around them indicated that disaster was near. She felt weak...and faint in heart...like she had failed her daughter ..and this wave of guilt and anguish could be seen all over her face.>>

We've come this far....and it looks like....we may not make it......


<< Karen knelt down by Alexis...a look of grim concern on her face. she waved her hand slowly over Alexis' face...and began to repair the cosmetic damage, nullify the pain as best she could. PART of her agreed with Ororo...Alexis' playing hard ball with Morgan now made things worse...but she couldnt let anyone fall..not if she could help it at all. as Ororo seemed to become unhinged herself..most likely from fear and exasperation...Karen struggled to her feet....as Ororo ordered her to get the rest of the Six away from there.>>

NO Ororo...I'm NOT leaving you here alone to face her! She's my daughter...and I HAVE to help....and I cannot abandon YOU either.

<< the area began to shake and quake....as Morgan's energy signature could be seen charging the mouth of the cavern leading to the platform....there was no telling what would appeare before them. What damage Alexis had done to the body that Morgan now possesed.....but one thing was for sure...there was no more restraint on her part.>>

[Foxfire]

** Howling winds screamed throughout the cavern making a chill run up Foxfire's spine. She knew Morgan was coming. Being violently thrown backwards by a fierce new wind power Spellbinder possessed, Blaze tumbled down to the ground roughly. Her body immediately ached and throbbed with pain. Dust splattering everywhere from the commotion. Peering up, Blaze saw Alexis and Erika being targeted, it made sense after all. Wincing to get up when one of the demons came barreling through her, clothes lining her to the ground. **

"Argh!"

** She felt another wave of pain hit through her body. Coughing from the lack of air now, she yanked her magnum from the hidden form of her boot. Lifting up the metallic gun, Blaze pulled the trigger, allowing the silver magnesium bullet lunged into the air. It immediately sunk into the demon's right eye, making an exit wound out, leaving the demon to collapse on the ground in a heap. Blowing the smoke from her gun, she got up to see Morgan continuing her attack. Luckily however Ororo came in the nick of time, teleporting them to higher ground, to safety. Tucking the gun neatly by the rim of her pants, she folded her arms across her chest overhearing Ororo's comment. **

"What are we supposed to do Ororo? I can't just stand by and WAIT, Morgan is my sister! If you two are going, I am as well. I have a higher stake in this like the both of you."

[Jacob Black]

:: Cameron could only lower his head and deeply sigh at what was going on in front of him. The whole thing was so unlike Erika, but yet again. At least she was doing something. As the group was Teleported to higher ground he heard Blaze go all melodramatic and he had to take a stand ::

"Blaze! For once, cut the dramatics! The thing down there is no longer your sister! If you couldn't tell, she has shed her demonic form! There is no humanity left in her, and if you think your bond in blood is going to protect you, then you are stupid. Stay up here! I don't want anyone else to get hurt!"

:: It was weird being in this situation because it was usually Cameron who was acting out of control and trying everything he could to get the group in even more trouble. A few months ago, Prophet himself would have ran after Spellbinder, but he was learning through experience and what he saw in his vision was more than enough to let him know that he would have to tread lightly in this caper, if he wanted to survive it afterwards. ::

"Now ALL of you! Cool your egos for one second and let the women who have brought us here and kept us alive throughout this journey step forward! We owe it to them for once to keep our mouths out of this!"

:: The Statement shocked even Cameron. He wasn't used to doing the big monologue statements of concern and protection. That was usually Alison's job and it was something he always hated hearing. But these people would die if they didn't listen to Ororo and Karen and just when they were this close to being united, it wasn't worth the risk ::

[Harbinger]

::through all of this....this scene out of HELL....the group failed to notice something...GUARDIAN had DISAPPEARED! she was noo where to be found and she hadnt said a word. Where she was...was anyone's guess but now....at this point where it seemed all hope was lost....her dissappearence would not help anyone to feel better about this situation.::


::would she return...did she just give up and abandon the group at the last minute?::


::the group was now left to themselves....as Karen and Ororo stood together...and waited. their backs facing the group...they could be seen..taking each other's hand in support and standing united..as the wave of evil came rumbling through the cave toward them::

[Jacob Black]

:: Cameron was the first to notice Alison missing as just when he was talking about the Three Women standing forward, he noticed that Alison was not among them. He felt petrified. Was she hurt? Did the Demons get to her? Was she lost under fallen debris? His mind was racing ::

"Wait a minute?! Where is Alison? What if she is hurt? We need to find her! Somebody does! Ororo! Karen! Do you know where she is? If not one of us needs to get back down there and find her!"

:: Turning back around to the group, everyone could tell that he was worried. He couldn't even mind scan for her, her PSI Screen would not allow him to detect the Time Mage. He felt helpless and was getting a tad bit angry ::

"Well! Where the Hell is She?"

[Ororo]

::Prophet's anquished querry would fall on deaf ears as the plateau and all the area around and above it began to take on a dream state appearence....a myst rises and gives way to a thick fog that hangs firmly all around them...making vision more than a foot in front of them impossible::


Ororo: stand fast Karen......we must not waiver now in our resolve to restore Morgan to herself. The rest of her team have done all they were meant to do and any further infererence from them...would make it worse. Shockwave's foolish power play escalated Morgan's actions to a frenzy berserker level that I had hoped she would not reach.

:: Ororo brings forth the orb that she used to intimidate spellbinder with back in Limbo::

we have this. Morgan's brightest, most powerful piece of her soul. preserved thanks to one of the first spells i taught her. This is our most harrowing campaign yet...and we may not survive...but we HAVE to try.

This isnt about out powering her. We just have to use this space around us long enough to set her up for me to throw the orb at her and allow it to its work.

Let us pray that we have the power to hold her at bay long enough....


::Ororo directed Karen to take her position. She was a tactician when she lead the X-men years ago and it showed time and again...including now..as she too hid from view::

[Foxfire]

** Overhearing Prophet's new accusations sense a fresh wave of anger through Blaze. Bolting to her feet, she looked about ready to rip his throat out. Clenching her fists together, she had to forcefully bit her tongue. Trying to calm her tone, she explained herself in a more collected manner. Another surprising step for Foxfire from having an explosive temper. **

"Cameron...its sweet your looking out for me, it means a lot to me. However I prefer action and helping to help get my sister back than just sit up here. I have a higher level of energy than most besides Alexis. I would hope you..of all people would understand what its like to lose a sister....and for the record my dear, I'm never dramatic. I happen to be passionate about my beliefs, so please...don't accuse me of a hypothesis you believe, because its not true."

** Turning her back to Cameron, Blaze walked away a few feet to isolate herself. No one seemed to understand only perhaps those close to Morgan. Prophet was close to getting fried up like KFC chicken, but Blaze knew she needed him as did the group. And he did offer somewhat strength and support to her. However, with her temper and adrenaline rushing, it wasn't the brightest idea to hit buttons on the mutant. Resting her back against the wall, she watched Ororo and Karen prepare for their task at hand. Secretly, she wished she could help, she wasn't used to sitting around and waiting. **

** Prophet's worried done woke her attention. Looking around for Guardian, Blaze frowned. She was so caught up in the battle she hadn't paid attention like how she usually would. But she knew Alison somewhat and usually when she disappeared, it was her own doing. Glancing over to Prophet, Blaze raised a brow. **

"Being dramatic or just worried? Looks like you've lost a sister as well....we're two peas in a pod Cameron."

[Jill Monroe]

<<Spellbinder bursts onto the scene...as thunder violently cracks and booms in the air....and chimes linger>>


<< completely covered in armour and now possessing a more demonic ,yet still feminine stature, Spellbinder's glowing red eyes glare from the eye slit of the face plate of the armour....as she looks around slowly ...her soul sword flaming silver with its mystic energies flaring....she looks like a terrifying serial killer stalking her prey....as she looks around the plateau that over looks the city from high above. the Six are VISUALLY shieled by Ororo's fog....but one sound...one word ....and its over>>


I know you're all in here. You cannot hide from me. I will find you and destroy ALL of you. NO ONE is going to stand in the way of my goal of destroying the city. Prophet...YOU will share the fate of your sister ERIKA!!!

<< thunder rolls in the air.....which is thick with cold evil>>


<<her armour gleams and sparkles..but there are some scorch marks in several places... reminders of the fire fight she had with Shockwave>>

[Foxfire]

** Foxfire stopped when she overhead her sister's threatening comments. Her tone was so unholy and brutal, Blaze could FEEL the emotion, the rage from within. All the tiny hairs on her body stood on edge, for once in her life, Blaze was terrified of her sister...even though this being wasn't her "sister" but a host of somesort to rage and vengeance. **


** Holding her breath, Blaze didn't DARE breath. Her eyes moved onto Ororo and Karen. It now fit together like a puzzle, they were protecting the Six. Morgan would target them first. Prophet and Erika were at the top of the list, that was a no brainer. Morgan had always disrespected them. She wasn't sure what to do now. Both, Karen and Ororo had their backs to the group, so Foxfire couldn't read them. Biting down on her lower lip nervously, Blaze's palms started to sweat. She could hear the own racing rhythm of her heartbeat. She felt like a fly trapped in a spiders web and now that Alpha spider came to collect. **

** Even the air around them got colder and harder to breath, like they were sitting on the moon. Each of the Six unleashed something deadly, they opened....pandoria's box. And now, they had to suffer for the consequences. **

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Alexis remained kneeling on the ground after Ororo had healed her...taking time to rest her body, she allowed her eyes to roam around the general area, looking from one person to another. Everyone was on edge, especially now that Morgan had gone completely mad. Mainly because of Shock's attack....Taking a breath in, Alexis closed her eyes for a brief moment. The sounds of Cameron's anguish about Alison dissapearing, and Blaze's resistance to yell at Cameron faded away. The minutes passed like hours...which in the end was benifitial because when Alexis reopened her eyes, she felt recharged. Noticing the dense fog that had surrounded The Six, she pushed herself up and stood...now looking towards Ororo and Karen. She could still somewhat make out their figures through the fog....but those were the only figures she could make out. She couldn't see Blaze or Cameron. Everything around here was an eerie white. About to call out to Cameron and Blaze, Alexis bit her tongue hearing Spellbinder's roaring voice. Holding her breath, another figure appeared by Ororo and Karen...that of Spellbinder. Keeping quiet, she knew Ororo and Karen were masking the others from Spellbinder, because ultimately, they would be the ones to restore her....Alexis didn't make a single move---a scratch, a scuffle, anything, would draw Morgan's attention to her location. The meta human just waited...::

[Jacob Black]

:: Prophet could only slightly roll his eyes at Heather. Alison missing was completely missing. Alison also hadn't kidnapped the baby form of Cameron King to use to gap the bridge between a demonic dimension and Earth and caused mass chaos in New York City, responsible for the deaths of thousands of people. Alison had just simply gone missing. And besides, Alison was still human as it was now extremely clear that Morgan was not. ::

"What it's like to lose a sister Blaze? I Have my memory back you know? I have lost one if you couldn't tell. Her name is Alison? You know the sister who used to denounce everything I stood for? And what about Erika the one who kept hidden from me more more than 20 years?! So if you want to play the SISTER card Foxfire.. I believe I win that round!"

:: He was still extremely worried about both of his sisters. Erika was looking extremely weak and meager after her battle with the Soul Sword. No. That wasn't the word. She looked as if she was going to die. Erika was pretty much out for the count. Cameron had to do something if he even wanted to try to keep his sister alive. Cameron knelt down and held his sister's hand. His efforts were thwarted when he heard the less than friendly voice of everyone's favorite resident psychopath, Morgan Victoria, calling Cameron out specifically. Normally he would have brought her right to the group, but this time he was going to play it smart, making himself seem invisible, as if he didn't exist. He held on tight to his sister's hand ::

[Foxfire]

** Ignoring the thought of burning Prophet to a crisp, she turned to see the group becoming more invisible within the cover of the fog. It was for the best in more ways than just one. Prophet's comment unnerved her but she did her best to subdue her temper. He wasn't worth it...he was just worried about his sisters. So instead, Blaze let it go, a choice she normally wouldn't easily give up. **

** With the added fog, visibility became much harder. This could either be a blessing or the worst downfall made by Ororo. A wave of anxiety hit Blaze immediately but it wasn't from herself. Inhaling the various scents of ash, smoke, dust, dirt, and perfume, Fox locked the scent onto Shockwave. Shutting her eyes, Blaze's eyes clouded over to a dull metallic dint, allowing her to see the body heat of those around her. Locating Shockwave, Blaze flamed behind her. A smirk ran over her lips when she ran her hand over Shockwave's mouth, covering it and pulling her back into Blaze. **

** Nodding to Alexis, Blaze pulled her hand away. Motioning with her hands to signal both Prophet and Erika were nearby. Releasing Shockwave from her, Blaze's unique eyes stared straight ahead, watching the scene before her. She saw how Morgan looked in her battle armor and noting the soul sword. She was beautiful yet frightening all in one twist. Wrapping her arm protectively around Alexis' waist without realizing it. Blaze prepared for the final showdown, and she knew Ororo and Karen would risk their lives for them. **

** Foxfire sensed the air change again, the stiffness of a mighty storm about to ravage the safety of their domain. There was about to be a fight. **

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Alexis felt a hand slip over her mouth as she was pulled back. A muffled gasp could be heard as her eyes widdened....She couldn't see who it was, it could of been one of Spellbinder's minions, or something else. But as she was released, she turned to see Foxfire standing behind her. Slapping Foxfire's upper arm, a pissed off expression could be seen on the meta human's face. As she mouthed the words "What are you doing?!" Alexis rolled her eyes before diverting her attention to the direction Foxfire was pointing to. Realizing she was indicating that Cameron and Erika were over there, she simply nodded before looking back at Spellbinder, Ororo, and Karen. The fog seemed to grow more dense, as the woman soon became nothing more then shadows in the distance. Staying quiet...the situation was growing even more intense. Foxfire obviously felt the same was as she soon slipped her arm around Lexi's waist, holding tightly onto it. Looking to Blaze, she just let it go---there was no point in fighting about their sexuality now, especially when a fight was brewing. Looking back towards the three woman, all they could do was wait. ::

[Jill Monroe]

<< Spellbinder whipped her head around..her glowing red eyes shining through the fog..she heard the voice and the commotion.....but there was no way to tell her facial expression because of the face plate.....she began moving in the direction of the noise....holding her sword out a bit...as she searched>>

I know you're here. come out...come out where ever you areeeee

<<stepping on the skull of a dead human being...crushing it under her foot as she laughs softly. Karen and Ororo were no longer in sight..they had taken their positions strategic....as Spellbinder moved cautiously through the dense fog>>


<< as she drew nearer to the group, the din of the flames from the sword could be heard.........>>

Prophet....the same bloodline that links you to your sister..gives you access to her magickal signature even if it is on a minimal level...and that is why i just have to say........TAG YOURE IT!

<< raising the soul sword high....as she brings it crashing down...intending to split cameron in TWO....the thunder BANGS so loud it seems that the plateau shakes to the core as cold air begins to blue the fog back.....the fog does not dissipate quickly at all...as it is almost "stubborn".....but nevertheless Morgan has found her prey>>

[Jacob Black]

:: Cameron had forgotten that ever since he had been embraced into the Magickal Lineage of the King Family that he was now linked to a magickal signature whether he liked to believe it or not. His psychic sense was tingling with anticipation and a feeling of dread. Though the fog did not dissipate, Cameron was able to feel the rush of air towards his body as he fell to the ground and rolled to the left, missing the blade of the Soul Sword. Though he was sure that Spellbinder was acting extremely fast and in charge, Prophet was augmenting his power of premonition that was allowing him to somewhat sense attacks before they hit him (Think Phoebe on Charmed). He had been found ::

"Jesus Christ, Morgan! How many alternate versions of me are you planning to kill?"

:: He knew he couldn't fight the Sorceress. He would lose. She was no longer human and she would not fall prey to his telepathic and not likely his telekinetic abilities. It would simply be a battle of him dodging her. He then had an idea. Cameron quickly whispered to Blaze ::

"I am about to do something that might tingle a little bit but I am going to need some ammunition.."

:: Prophet pushed himself into her mind as he began scanning through her mental signatures, her mental abilities, and all memories of her powers. He was looking for the trigger of her mutation. If he could channel that into him it would allow them to share the mutation and as long as the link was open, he could "share" Blaze's power with her. Scanning through, he found the trigger which was rage and the mental process that she went through to attain her power. He locked onto it and linked it with his own. Prophet was now sharing Blaze's power with her. It was very invasive and something that he would almost never do as sometimes the remains of the psi signature stayed in the body for days. He apologized to Blaze ::

"Sorry, Blaze.. but I got to get through this.. for OUR sisters..."

:: Since the Fog was extremely dense and thick, Cameron projected two astral projections out of himself as they solidified in different areas around Morgan. Though they were mere astral forms, they would carry the same magickal signature and Morgan would not be able to easily discern which was the real Cameron. One of his forms talked as Prophet used his powers from Blaze to propel himself into the air much like a rocket and to another location that was different than before. ::

"Okay Morgan.. you want to play.. you have to find me first.. thanks for evening the playing field, by the way!"

[Pam De Beaufort]

:: Holding her breath....Morgan was on the prowl. Watching her shadowy figure make it's way deeper into the fog, she actually passed very closely to both herself and Blaze...but didn't realize they were there. Letting out a very soft sigh of relief, Alexis listened carefully to Morgan's voice--watching her shadow head towards Cameron. Her tone was so evil, like she never had a soul to begin with. Keeping quiet...Alexis continued to listen. Morgan's stiletto healed boots clicked very slowly--almost as if she was teasing Cameron. But soon....all bets were off. As Morgan spoke, Alexis realized that she had found Cameron. ::

:: Her eyes widdened anticipating the blow from the sword into Cameron's flesh...but all she heard was the hard metal hit the concrete ground. Staying still, she wasn't going to compromise hers and Blaze's position...she just waited and listened. Hearing the commotion...she only hoped Cameron was able to hold Morgan off while Karen and Ororo continued their plan to take Morgan down. ::

[Foxfire]

** Blaze continued to protectively shield Shockwave from any sort of movement. However once Spellbinder targeted Prophet, Foxfire knew she had to do something. Without much notice, Blaze felt her body tingle with odd sensations. Blinking her eyes, she felt rather out of body. Gripping more firmly onto Shockwave for balance, Blaze slowly leaned into her shoulder resting her chin there. Shaking her head from what Prophet was doing, she knew it was for the best and therefore didn't object. But she did repeat what the mutant said to herself out loud. **

"Sorry, Blaze.. but I got to get through this.. for OUR sisters..."

** Foxfire had to help Prophet besides giving him a boost. Turning to Shockwave, she nodded to her. Flaming away from the Meta Human. Blaze walked out of the fog towards the armored Spellbinder, calling her out. **

"MORGAN! Don't waste your time with Parfait! Play with MEEEEEEEEE!!"

** Her eyes brightening into a dark red tint much like her sisters. Inviting her into a battle with herself. **

"I know you won't turn down a challenge and I haven't forgotten about that sucker punch. Dad did always like me BETTER! You didn't have the guts....show it to me NOW!!"

[Jill Monroe]

<< the sword smashed the ground it hit....leaving scorch marks and flickering flame in its wake....as Spellbinder immediately swung the sword side ways...LOPPING OFF one of the heads of the clones/imposters of Prophet>>

You cannot escape me, worm. I shall have your head as my center piece....when i dine on your SOUL


<< the fog began to wane....as an eerie chime played in the air...the skies were now black. it was night time once more...and the red moon hung low. the plateau over looked an enchanted NYC skyline that was ancient looking, stone, demonic....and the lights that once eminated from office windows were now glowing eyes of demonic faces on the building...all smiling in anticipation>>

<< the perimeter of the platform itself now came to life with a glowing , cascading trial of silver mystic flame..that licked inward toward anyone who came too close to its borders...>>

<<Spellbinder wasted no time....now seeing ALL of the "camerons">>

you forget boy...that i have a spell that allows me to SUPERCEED your mental defenses..and control YOUR BODY with magick and YOU cannot stop yourself from obeying my every whim.

<< she held her armoured hand outward....as a dark violet halo formed around it>>

the real cameron will STEP FORWARD and stand still!

<< she seized hold of Cameron just as Belasco had done with Shadowcat when he made her surrender her weapons...before transforming her>>

<<turning slightly...and seeing blaze, Morgan continued to control Cameron and compell him to come forward.>>

STAY BACK child....or you will suffer the consequences!

[Pam De Beaufort]

"Great.."

:: Alexis heard Blaze calling for Morgan...trying to divert her attention away from Cameron to herself. And she was lecturing HER on putting her life on the line? Shaking her head...Alexis had to do it--otherwise Blaze was as good as dead. Morgan wasn't going to spare her sister, and deep down Blaze knew that. Lifting her hand up, Alexis locked onto Blaze's energy signal. Each person had a different, unique signal that made them different from everyone else. Running towards Blaze, Alexis leaped into the air and tackled Blaze to the ground. Rolling to a stop, Alexis was ontop of Blaze and forcefully grabed ahold of her face. Little lines began to form on Foxfire's face, traveling into Alexis' skin. She was sucking Fox's life energy....::

"I'm sorry.."

:: Shockwave whispered as her eyes turned a stark white. Keeping her hands placed firmly on Foxfire's face...Alexis waited until Blaze was weak enough to the point where she couldn't get up, but completely concious and aware of everything that was going on. Climbing off of Blaze, Alexis' eyes flashed the same blood red color that Foxfire's were those few minutes ago. Turning to Spellbinder, the fog hid her body...but she could "feel" where the sorceress was. Stopping, she kept quiet. ::

[Jacob Black]

:: As the fog CONVENIENTLEY faded away just as he had set forward a plan of action he now found himself at the whim of Spellbinder who was commanding his real form to come forward. He raised every mental shield that he could to try and stop the mental command from coming from fruition but he slowly began to step forward. But Morgan knew very well that Cameron was an arrogant asshole and he was not just going to bow down to her. He instantly connected with his other astral forms as they now acted as one and as Cameron stepped forward, so did the rest of his astral forms. He winked at the Sorceress ::

"Birds of a Feather flock together, dearest Morgan! If you want to kill me so bad why don't you just use the infant form of me you have cooped up at the top of this thing. Lord knows your FATHER wouldn't have trouble doing something and now that I look at you, you are becoming more and more like him every day. Seriously, what would your Mother think? Is your quest for revenge so great as to MURDER a child and his counterpart?"

:: Prophet knew that Morgan would be enraged by this but he also was not sure as to how she would react to this because she had shed her human form. She didn't have humanity, but she still had the most basic of emotions, for if not, she would not be able to feel rage, she wouldn't feel as much hatred for Cameron as she did now. Demon or Not, Cameron ALWAYS had a way of getting to people, especially Morgan. If he could take her attention off of the others and keep it solely on himself, the others would have a chance to battle her down or keep her at Bay. In a defensive move he threw his fists up mimicing a middle block as waves of flame crept up from the floor right underneath the Sorceress and caught on her hair, the only tangible thing that was shown on her body. He figured that her armor would be protected against temperatures so he had to play on what he could figure out ::

[Jill Monroe]

OOC: I HAD to post this here But brandon Brandon in the cave when Spell changed forms, i noted that she LOST her hair in the process as well. Spell doesnt have any "hair" she is completely covered im armour including her face and head dress...and only her silver horns that come out from the headdress...but no hair...no face....just her glowing red eyes. Sorry if there was a lack of clarity
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BIC: << black lightning bolts struck down at Cameron from all sides....intending to startle more than actually HIT him as Spellbinder continued to hold sway over him.>>

BE SILENT! do not utter another word Cameron King. you will not use your powers any more. dismiss ALL your astral forms and KNEEL BEFORE ME!

<< she ignored his remarks as she continued to control him with her mind control spell.>>


<<time was growing short for cameron's life. that much was plain to see. But where were Karen and Ororo!?>>

[Jacob Black]

:: As the black lightning bore down upon him from all sides, he acted as calm and collective as possible. Quickly lifting a shield around his body he stood there as the light blue electric looking energy surrounded him. He scoffed upon her as he continued to speak. ::

"Oh come on you sadistic bitch! I have had about enough of your shit! If you are going to end the world, end the fucking world already and leave me the fuck al-..."

:: His sentences stopped. It was almost as if a button had been pushed in Prophet's mind as he became increasingly "Stepford" looking. Deep within his mind he knew exactly was going on. Telepaths could definitely sense when they were attempting to be control and had this been another telepath, Cameron would have easily shoved them out of his mind and destroy their own mind. But this wasn't mental power that he was dealing with, this was magick and while he had his own magickal capabilities now, they were miniscule in the amounts that Morgan was possessing right now. Cameron stopped talking and when that happened, every single person noticed it as it was something that almost never happened. Prophet found himself walking forward towards the Sorceress as he knelt down before her, not uddering a word when he wanted to punch in her too big for her britches ASS, but he could not. He was trying with all of his might to fight the mind control as Telepaths were MUCH more equipped magickal or not at taking control of anothers mind. But then again he felt like he could not use his powers at all. He SO hated Morgan Victoria at this moment, but he didn't feel actual anger, hatred or rage. He felt pity and sorrow for her. Cameron would ALWAYS be arrogant, it was a character trait that had gotten him very far in life and he would not turn it off for anyone. That was part of the reason that Spellbinder had such a BONER for him and the fact that he was a man. She was so insecure in herself and her own life that she lashed out at others. Cameron had discerned this from the moment he met her. Alot of people thought Cameron was less than intelligent, but anybody who knew him well, KNEW that knowing when stocks would fall or rise wasn't going to get anyone where Cameron King stood today. It took intelligence and business savvy and now here stood the two most Influential Business People in the entire room fighting it out in the biggest Boardroom that both of them had ever been in. Right now, Morgan appeared to have the upper hand, but Morgan herself knew that whenever Cameron seemed to be in the GRIPS of death, someone ended up saving him, and that deep down was something that Morgan was never really sure of if the event happened to herself. ::

[Jill Monroe]

<< she looked down. but there was no facial expression....only the glowing red eyes that shown through the eye slit in the face plate. standing tall and posed...the cold, aura of her being touched Cameron...slowly washing over him like a fog does a harbor>>

You have had this coming for quite some time boy. This is for all the women that you have EVER disrespected....including your sister....whom you dont DESERVE to have in your misbegotten bloodline.

<< raising the soul sword above her head...gripping it with both hands>>

DIE by my hand cameron King...and say hello to your MOTHER....you pitifull INSECT



<< the din of the flames from the sword began to grow louder....as the sword gleamed and sparkled....Spellbinder laughed softly as the winds began to swirl in the clouds above...as she brought the sword down with a mighty swing......>>

[Shadow Weaver]

<< Karen emerged from the darkness of a corner within the mouth of the plateau>>

NO Morgan! Not even HE deserves death.

<< spreading her cape out behind her Karen snaps her fingers a chiming/harp sound is heard as she "snatchs" cameron from certain death...moving him back to where he was before. UNABLE to break Morgan's mystical hold on him...she at least bought him more breathing time>>

the power you weild is phenomenal my daughter and I'm not here...to try to out power you. Maybe thats where HE messed up....but I am your MOTHER. I'm here to HELP YOU....so is Ororo.

<< she stepped forward slowly..she had gotten her daughter's attention....and she was VERY carefull to keep her tone even and soft...as her cape and the skirt of her flying suit blew in the breeze...she pushed some of her hair out of her face>>

I know youre angry...VERY angry with him...and you have every right to be. He has done nothing but blight your path since you met him. But for this moment..let me...talk to you....okay??

<< she slowly stepped forward a bit more...with a calm...genuine look in her wintery elegant face>>

[Jill Monroe]

<< Turning to her mother...and hissing with contempt as she waved the sword menacingly...she didnt attack straight away....she stopped...for a moment....and listened to her mother's voice....which seemed to flow and echo in the air....>>

<< she stood fast...but slowly began to lower the sword....her posture becoming less and less offensive>>

[Ororo]

::Ororo had cloaked herself with a spell...weaving a very STRONG spell so that she might slip by Spellbinder's immediate range unnoticed::


::thinking:: Blessed Goddess....Karen is REACHING her daughter...the mother/daughter bond its stronger than any magick...and Karen has made SURE to stay out of morgan's immediate notice until now. I only pray that she can keep her occupied long enough


::quitely moving along...she reaches the alter...and begins to quietly and carefully undue the mystic binds on the baby cameron....::


I cannot afford one misstep...the first priority is to get the child out of harm's way...and then, to throw the orb at Morgan...

::she continues to slowly undue the dark and oppressive binding that holds the baby hostage::

[Shadow Weaver]

<< Karen hesitantly smiles...as he daughter seems to listen to her...stepping forward...a bit at a time...as the winds continue to blow...all is silent around the area...as chimes play faintly>>

thats right Morgan...its mother! all is calm now....no one will attack you....put down your sword....and let me help you. Together we can take away the pain....the anger.

<< she nods slowly...with a reassuring smile on her face to her daughter her eyes briefly checking over to the alter....knowing that Ororo was trying to free the baby cameron....but there was still the matter of N'astirh who was a magick weilding techno organic creature.....and no slouch by any means. she breathed slowly..not showing any outward signs of nervousness>>

nothing that has happened...is permanent...and you're still my little girl. put down your sword...and come to mother.

[Jill Monroe]

<< she lowered her sword even more....as her solid red eyes seemed to glow less brightly....and her stance became less agressive>>

......mother??

<< Spellbinder seemed a bit awkard and hesitant at the moment....as she stood still...almost as if she didnt know what to do>>

Mother....I....


<<she felt a calm...and safe feeling welling in her dark soul...a familiar feeling of warmth and stablility that she had long ago with her mother....it was starting to rise in her now...despite everything else. the bond between a mother and her child was the strongest link between any two people....and Karen seemeed to be deftly using it as well as her keen skill as a therapist to calm Morgan down....just long enough >>

[Foxfire]

** Foxfire awaited an attack from Spellbinder but found that impossible and instead received a stern warning from her sister. Blaze's dark features lite up into a small source of a smile. Perhaps there was just a tiny smudge of humanity within her sister, she didn't attack Foxfire like Shockwave, Erika, and now Prophet. Standing her ground, Blaze thought of a plan to speak with Morgan. **

** However she felt another odd sensation run through her body, but she figured it was Prophet calling onto her power. Her ears finely tuned a pair of boots running towards her, whipping her head around she saw Alexis running towards her. What was she doing? The force and momentum of Alexis tackling into Foxfire knocked her down roughly. Gasping for air, Blaze looked for answers within the Meta Human's eyes. Shockwave easily climbed onto Blaze, who was beginning to control her breathing. **

"What are you doi..."

** She stopped herself when she felt Alexis' hands caress her cheek bones, collecting her energy source. Ripples of skin and blue veins surfaced to the surface on her skin with her mouth left a gap from shock and surprise. Blaze couldn't shove her comrade away, she didn't have the energy. Images hit Blaze like a truck, various people she didn't know or recognize. Shutting her eyes, she grabbed a hold of her head in pain. Rolling to her side, more flashbacks sliced into her from Shockwave's past. Shaking it off, Blaze inhaled another breath. Pushing her hands firmly onto the ground, she tried to push herself up. Collapsing back down, Blaze took the option of laying there. **

"What have you done...to...me!"

** Blaze's eyes morphed into the same shade as Alexis' blue orbs. Blinking them, they returned to her own emerald green. She felt utterly exhausted like she fought the hardest battle and than ran a marathon. It dawned on her, Shockwave had protected her...watched over her. **

"Thank you Alexis."

** She said weakly, she understood Shockwave's intentions were good. She did however smirk to herself. Although she was drained, she would have the memory of Alexis sitting on top of her forever, even if she was draining her energy, it was worth it! She was half tempted to make a sarcastic comment but opted out. Glancing back up, she turned to see Karen calming Morgan, a positive sign. She prayed Dr. Victoria could keep it up. The more Blaze lay on the ground, small ounces of energy revitalized itself just enough for her to sit up. **


** Massaging her forehead, Blaze didn't bother moving much. She stayed sitting in the Indian position. Shockwave's touch took a lot out of the mutant. But she would recover in time. For now, all eyes were on Karen and Morgan.

[Jill Monroe]

<< even as things seemed to calm...there would be one last frightening , WHITE HOT explosion of violence and fury...with one last mad act of vengeance. Lives are lost...while others are saved....innocence is preserved in some cases and restored in others....but as the Inferno climaxes in its fiery fury....only when the flames finally burn out and the ashes fall from the sky will the city begin to return to its former state....citizens will recover and eventually "forget"....and the surviving memebrs of the six...once again pull themselves together...having been brought closer together through adversity that they helped to create in the first place>>

<< lessons are learned...and fears are laid to rest....but as one nightmare chapter closes...another new chapter with hopes, dreams and NEW nightmares will begin>>