Fable of a Phantom

Danny was finished with his school and started walking back home but he was starting walk a bit faster. He was sensing someone following him. Danny stopped and turned around.

"You should stop trying to follow me." said Danny as he turned around. Just then two figures walked away from the garbage. It was his friends Tucker and Sam.

"Danny, we were just wondering where you were going?" asked Tucker.

"Tucker, I'm sorry but where I go, no one should go." replied Danny.

"But come on, we rarely hang out. I mean you're our friend." said Sam.

"I'm sorry guys but the truth is...I've been training to in another world." explained Danny.

"Why can't we help you? After all, I can...wait did you say another world?." asked Tucker with a huge shock. Training was a bit surprising for Danny but the fact that it was in another world?!

"Yep, I said another world. In fact, I started my training for a long time now." said Danny.

"Then can we go with you?" asked Sam.

"I don't think that's a good idea. The master doesn't normally allow guests at the academy." said Danny.

"Come on, you've been leaving us in the dark for a long time. Besides I'm sure a visit won't hurt." said Tucker.

"Fine but just this once." said Danny as he took out a small pendant from his bag.

"What's that?" asked Sam.

"This is a called a guild seal. It was given to me by the guild master." replied Danny.

"So what's it supposed to do?" asked Sam.

"This is what's gonna help us get to the hero guild. Hold on." said Danny as he started charging up the guild seal. The seal then started glowing and blue lights popped out of the seal. The lights then started circling around Danny, Sam and Tucker. And after a while, they disappeared into the light.

They then appeared on top of a portal which had the same glow of the guild seal. Tucker and Sam were just shocked that they teleported into a whole new world because of a small pendant.

"Did that just happen?" exclaimed Sam as she was looking all over herself to see that nothing was missing.

"Yeah it did and I can't believe that just happened." said Tucker checking himself to see that nothing was missing.

"Come on guys, I'll give you guys a tour." said Danny as he walked ahead. Tucker and Sam then walked ahead to see a table with a giant map.

"Hey Danny, what's this?" said Tucker as he went on to see the giant table. The table had houses and dark areas with certain glows next to them.

"This is the map of the entire region. In all of Albion, we are given quest cards to go to any location to help those who need our help." explained Danny as he went over to the table.

"What's this dark place? Kind of suits my style." said Sam. Danny then looked over to see what she was talking about.

"Oh that...I think that's Witch wood. The home of Balverines. They're ferocious wolf like creatures that can turn people into their kind with a single bite." said Danny.

"Okay then, I take that back." said Sam.

"I see you have friends." said ?

"Oh hey, what are you doing here?" asked Danny as he turned around.

"The guild master called me for our daily training. Did you forget?" said ?

"Oh man! I'm gonna be in too much trouble!" cried Danny.

"Uh, Danny who is she?" said Tucker who was trying to get into his "playah" mode.

"Oh sorry guys, I need to change first. I'll be right back!" said Danny as he rushed upstairs.

"Forgive me, my name is Whisper. I'm one of the apprentices of this guild." said Whisper.

"I see, so Danny's a part of this guild too?" said Sam.

"Yes, he was brought here a few years ago by Maze. Maze is our top master here and Maze thought that he had great potential to become a hero, so he was brought here to train." said Whisper.

"So is that why Danny's been ditching us after school a lot?" asked Tucker.

"Apparently so. He was the first student here who was like no other and it was up to us to make sure that he would catch up to everyone. He didn't know about swords, bows and magic." said Whisper. Just then Danny quickly rushed down, he was wearing the same type of outfit as Whisper. It was a grey apprentice outfit. He also had a sword behind him.

"Whoa, nice outfit Danny. You look like you were from some Medieval show." mocked Sam.

"Hey shut up, this is the customary apprentice outfit. All of us have to wear it." replied Danny.

"Now come on, we were supposed to meet the guild master..." said Whisper but then a figure walked in from the doors under the stairs.

"Half an hour ago." said a short old man. He was bald and had a white moustache. He was wearing a blue robe and had his hands behind his back. "I see we also have some guests." said the Guild master.

"I'm sorry Guild master but they're my friends." apologised Danny.

"Danny, I told you about bringing outsiders to our Guild." said the Guild master but he then turned his head to Tucker and Sam who were just standing still worried. He then closed his eyes and stayed silent for few seconds. He then opened his eyes and smiled.

"Well, I see that they don't have any evil intentions. So I guess it's okay this time. But come now, we have wasted enough time. Today is the day we test you on your abilities and Maze does not like to be kept waiting." said the Guild Master. He then left the room and Danny, Whisper, Tucker and Sam followed him.

They then went past the Tavern of the Guild, there were many male and female students who were sat down and drinking and eating. Many of them carried on eating until they noticed Danny and his friends. All of them stopped eating and turned their heads to the group.

"Danny! Hi!" said one of the hooded female students as she was waving to him.

"Hey Helena." said Danny as he waved back to her and carried on walking.

"Good luck Danny!" cried another girl.

"Thanks Shauna." Danny thanked another girl.

As they got out, they were able to see the entire field of the guild. There was an archery field where students were practicing their shots at moving dummies. Some students were fighting each other with swords and staff in a mini area while an instructor was observing them. There was also students who were meditating near the lake of the guild.

"Wow, this place is amazing. So do you train all these guys to be heroes?" said Sam as she was looking around.

"Yes, we try to recruit as many people as we can and try to show them our art of Sword, Skill and Will. Some can only improve at a certain speed but these two have exceeded our expectations faster than anyone else in the guild. That is why we will be testing there abilities today so that they can graduate soon." said the Guild Master. Danny and Whisper were then shocked to hear that they were going to graduate soon.

"Wait Guild Master, did you say graduate?" asked Danny.

"Yes that is correct. Even I must admit, I have never had students who were able to learn so quickly like you two. When Maze first brought you here, I wasn't sure what to expect from you but you have shown me that anyone can become a hero if they try. And that is why you will be our youngest warrior who will graduate from this Guild." said the Guild Master.

They then went ahead to the fighting arena where the students had finally left.

"Well, I guess it's time to show me what you can do." said the Guild Master as he let Danny and Whisper into the arena.

"Now then are you two ready?" said the Guild Master. Danny and Whisper then nodded their heads and began clashing their weapons.

"What are they doing?" exclaimed Sam. The two were actually clashing their weapons.

"They are having a battle of might. The one thing that these two would always competed was for strength and Danny was always taking the lead. But today is their final chance before he graduates. So they seem to be going all out." said the Guild Master.

"But are you sure that's safe? I mean they are fighting with real swords you know." said Tucker.

"I know they want to be stronger than each other but they do know the meaning of self-restraint." said the Guild Master.

Danny then tried to hit Whisper but she was able to quickly block his sword with her staff. They carried on clashing their weapins but then Whisper quickly used her staff to sweep Danny off of his feet. Danny then quickly regained balance by using his hands to land on the ground. He then stood back on his feet and charged directly at Whisper but she knew his usual tactics to she jumped over behind him and tried to strike but Danny used his sword to block the attack.

"Not bad Fenton. But I won't let you beat me again." said Whisper.

"Keep telling yourself that." said Danny as he jumped in and striked from above. Whisper tried to block but the force of the attack caused her staff to break. Danny then took the chance rush towards her and attack. Whisper then fell on her back quickly closed her eyes. Sam and Tucker just gasped at what they saw.

"You can open your eyes now." said Danny. Whisper opened her eyes to see that Danny's sword was just next to her face. "As if I would ever hurt you." said Danny as he offered his hand to help her up.

"You beat me...again." admitted Whisper. She then took his hand and stood up.

"Wow, dude the way you moved that sword was awesome!" complimented Tucker.

"Yeah Danny, I never would've expected you to be a swordsman. Then again I wouldn't expect you to be a student in a guild from another dimension as well." said Sam.

"Thanks guys." appreciated Danny as he wiped the sweat off his head.

"Excellent work you two. You have definitely shown strength. Danny I need you to meet me in the archery range." said the Guild Master as he started walking towards the archery range.

"Yes Master." agreed Danny. Sam and Tucker then went with the Guild Master to the archery range. Danny was about to head to the archery range as well but then to he turned back to talk to Whisper.

"So uh, Whisper. I'm glad we were able to do this." said Danny as he passed her a towel.

"Spare me the pity talk, I know you're here to boast about your victory." said Whisper as she was wiping off the sweat.

"No of course not, I came here to say...thank you." said Danny.

"Thank you? For what?" asked Whisper.

"For being my friend. I know it may not mean much to you but in truth, I only got to where I am today because of you." thanked Danny as he was smiling. Whisper then started blushing.

"I mean, when I first came here I had no idea what to do and if anything I couldn't even use a sword." said Danny.

4 years ago (Arena)

Danny was in the ring with one of the hooded apprentices. They were clashing their swords but then the hooded apprentice knocked Danny's sword and tripped him to the ground. Danny tried to stand up but then the apprentice was about to strike Danny. Luckily Whisper jumped in hit the apprentice with her staff.

"What is going on here?" asked the Guild Master.

"He almost killed Danny! Danny was already defeated and yet he was about to attack again." explained Whisper as she tried to help up Danny who had a bleeding hand.

The Guild Master then called the apprentice and took him away. Whisper then got some cloths and covered Danny's bleeding hand.

"I shouldn't have bothered. I'm just no good at this." said Danny as he was almost about to cry. Whisper then looked at Danny and flicked his wound.

"Ow! What the heck was that for?" asked Danny as he was rubbing his hand.

"You think you can be a hero like this? How do you intend on protecting others if you can't protect yourself?" asked Whisper causing Danny feel even worse. "So come on, we have a lot of work ahead of us." said Whisper as she stood up with her staff.

"What?" asked Danny.

"Come on, you have to improve your sword play and I'm gonna help you." replied Whisper.

"Are you sure?" asked Danny.

"It's fine, after all I can't stand you losing so much." explained Whisper as she passed a sword to Danny.

"Well thank you." appreacited Danny as he gave her a gentle smile. Whisper then blushed and turned away.

"Whatever, hurry up." said Whisper as she smiled.

Present

"I was pretty scared when I first arrived and I didn't even know how to swing a sword but after those days, you showed me what it meant to be a warrior. A hero and for that I thank you." Danny thanked. Whisper then smiled and started walking away.

"I'm glad as well." said Whisper.

"About what?" asked Danny.

"That I met you Danny. I was always taught that I had to be a strong warrior to protect others. When my parents were killed, my brother and I had to do our best to survive. I tried to study but I knew it wasn't the best for me. My brother fought in the arena and became one of Albion's greatest warriors. I looked up to him as well but I was never able to become as strong as he was." explained Whisper as she stopped.

"But now, I realise I don't have to be the strongest nor the champion to protect or help others. A hero isn't based on how strong how he or she is but more of their courage to help others. The strength to carry on save those who they care about." said Whisper as she turned her head to Danny.

"Thank you for teaching me that Danny." Whisper thanked as she smiled at Danny and went back to the guild. Danny then headed over for the archery range were the Guild Master, Tucker and Sam were waiting.

"Sorry to keep you waiting." apologised Danny as he finally caught up to them.

"Dude what took you so long and where's your friend?" asked Tucker.

"She was never one for archery. I guess I like it more than her." said Danny as he picked up his wooden bow and arrows.

"So you use bows and swords?" said Sam.

"Yeah, I was learning to use both." said Danny.

"Very well Danny, time to use to your bow. I first want you to hit all three of the dummies." said the Guild Master. Danny then took three arrows and shot them at the three dummies. Surprisingly they hit all three on their heads at the same time.

"Nice shot dude. You got a better accuracy than I do in video games and that's saying something." said Tucker.

"Well done Danny, you hit all the targets. But that was merely a test, after all most foes don't stand still. Let's see if you can hit them while their moving." said the Guild Master.

"Alright then." said Danny. Danny then picked up an arrow and concentrated his mind while aiming at the dummies but since they were moving from left to right. Danny then shot the arrow but it missed just by a second.

"Concentrate Danny. I know it's confusing with them moving around but I know you can hit them." said the Guild Master. Danny then picked up another arrow and closed his eyes as he was trying to get the perfect moment to hit the dummies. Danny then quickly shot the arrow and surprisingly it hit all three of the dummies head. The arrow shot through all of their heads one by one.

"Woah. Danny that was awesome!" complimented Sam.

"Thanks Sam." appreciated Danny.

"That was indeed incredible Danny. I cannot deny you have improved your archery faster than anyone else here." complimented the Guild Master.

"Well, I try." said Danny as he placed the bow back.

"Now that leave's us to your final test. The power of Will." said The Guild Master.

"Will? What's that?" asked Tucker.

"It's the power of magic. Magic comes from the strength of your mind and will and the stronger your will is, the stronger your magic will be and today we will see your final power." said the Guild Master.

"Yes Master." agreed Danny as all of them started heading over to the magic section.

"Now for the final test, you can use one of the first techniques." said the Guild Master.

"So Danny, you actually know Magic?" asked Tucker.

"Yep, I know a few but I'm still learning. But right now, I can use this one with no problem." said Danny as he concentrated his will magic into his hands. He then started releasing electricity and sent a wave of energy to the dummies.

"Woah, that was awesome!" said Sam.

"So that was basic magic? Dude I have got to start learning as well." said Tucker.

"Oh please, I had to meditate for hours and practice spell crafting. And believe me, that much studying could kill a kid." explained Danny.

"Never mind then. I go to the library to sleep and not studying." said Tucker.

"Now to carry on with your test. I want you to hit as many of these dummies you can with your lightning." explained the guild master.

"Understood master." Danny said as he charged the lightning in his hands. Danny then stared at the dummies and blasted lightning bolt. The lightning was charging towards only one dummie but then it immediately split into 4 and attacked all the dummies. The dummies then had giant holes in their chest and broke off.

"Well Danny, I must say I am impressed. You have mastered the three principles of the hero. Now you only have the final test left. So good luck." said the Guild Master.

"I understand. I will go immediately." said Danny as he started walking off. Tucker and Sam were about to go with him but then Danny turned around and stopped them.

"Guys, I'm sorry but this is something I must do on my own." said Danny. Sam and Tucker then stayed behind. Danny then headed into the guild forest.

"So what is the final test?" said Sam.

"It is the final battle against his master." said the Guild Master.

"His master? Isn't that a bit too extreme?" asked Tucker.

"While though it may be difficult, Danny has to become stronger than his master. That was the purpose of bringing him here." said the Guild Master.

Guild Woods

Danny carried on walking deeper into the woods and then he finally found the man who brought him into the Guild. The man had white hair and a staff, he was wearing a blue/purple robe and had magic marks on his face.

"Ah there you are. I never thought this day would come, especially this quickly." said the man.

"Oh course Maze, I was taught by the best." complimented Danny.

"Flattery will get you no where, especially right now during this test. As you know, it is a master's duty to see that his student has learned everything that a master could teach. And today it is that time for you. I want you to fight me without holding back." demanded Maze.

"I understand master." agreed Danny as he took out his sword and got ready to fight. Maze also took out his staff and had a battle ready stance.

"Let us begin!" said Maze as he blasted electricity to Danny. Danny noticing the attack quickly jumped to his right to dodge the attack. Danny then took his chance to blast Maze and shot lightning at Maze but Maze quickly teleported away. Danny was looking around but then looked up to see that Maze was slamming his staff to the ground from above him.

Danny jumped ahead and dodged the attack but the shockwave sent him flying back crashing into a tree. Danny then stood up again and headed straight for Maze to try attack him with his sword but Maze again teleported away. Danny then quickly resorted to his bow and pulled an arrow. He then closed his eyes and concentrated to look for his opponent. Danny then quickly turned left and shot his arrow which caught Maze off guard. Maze then received a shot which scraped his robe.

"Not bad, you anticipated my moves and knew where I was going. You have learnt well." complimented Maze.

"From the best." said Danny as he charged towards Maze and finally clashed his sword. Maze kept on trying to deflect the attacks but Danny carried on going on the offensive. With one powerful strike Danny's blade cut Maze's staff in half. Knowing that he was at a disadvantage, Maze quickly resorted to using magic and used Force Push to sent him flying back. Danny quickly jumped up and got back into his battle stance.

"Amazing, both your range and strength skills have increased dramatically. But of course, this is the final test in which no one has beaten me before." said Maze as his eyes started glowing blue and sparked electricity. Maze then attacked Danny with a lightning whip which slashed Danny's back. Danny then started concentrating his energy as well and blasted electricity.

"Believe me, I won't be backing down with something like that!" said Danny as he started blasting thunder at Maze. Maze then gathered the energy and shot it directly back to Danny. Danny noticing the energy being flung back, decided to use mana shield to defend himself but the shield dispersed after he got with the lightning.

"I'm not gonna be defeated like this!" said Danny as he stood back up. He tried to charge but he was low on magic.

"Not much you can do with no magic." said Maze as he blasted more electricity to Danny and Danny took the electricity head on. Danny was falling down on the ground as he was losing conscious but then he too started absorbing the power of attack. Danny then grabbed the electricity and blasted it back to Maze. Maze then started blasting the electricity and their thunder blast collided. Maze and Danny were doing their best push their attacks back but Maze had the advantage with more magic on his side.

Danny's eyes then started glowing from blue to red and then his electricity started changing to red which easily defeated Maze's blue lightning. Maze then got hit by the Red Lightning which sent him crashing to a tree. Danny then took the opportunity to grab his sword and charge straight at Maze. Danny then stabbed the tree next to Maze's face. (He does that a lot of times)

"I see you have finally defeated this old man." said Maze.

"More like I surpassed the master. But even I know that you weren't going full power on me." said Danny.

"Looks like you do know everything about me." said Maze as he tried to stand up but he just decided to sit down. "I never believed that after all this time that I would meet a strong apprentice. You have clearly surpassed my expectations Danny. I am proud of you." complimented Maze.

"Thank you Master. Come on lets go and tell the Guild Master" said Danny.

"Go on without me, I need some time alone to think." said Maze. Danny just nodded and ran out of the woods. Maze was watching as Danny left but after he was gone, Maze lifted his robe to see that he had giant wound from Danny's lightning attack.

"He was more stronger than I realized." said Maze as he started healing himself.

Outside of Guild Woods

Danny finally came out of the guild woods.

"DANNY! Are you okay? We heard lightning and thought you were dead." said Tucker but then Sam hit him on the side.

"Don't worry guys in fact, I won! I beat Maze!" said Danny with pride.

"Looks like Maze was right, you truly are a strong warrior. He did make the right choice bringing you here. Danny, since the day you arrived here and trained with us. You were conflicted and confused about the path that was open to you. But through the time you grew up and showed to us all that you were more than a normal apprentice, you were a force to be reckoned a with. This day is now the proud day where you can graduate." said the Guild Master. Tucker and Sam then glomped Danny.

"Dude! Congratulations!" congratulated Tucker.

"I know, on the day that we decided to visit, you were actually going to graduate. I guess we were your lucky charm." said Sam.

"Thanks guys." said Danny as they all laughed together.

A few hours later

All the apprentices were sat down into the Guild Hall. The Guild Master was standing in the centre and behind him was Danny's master.

"Let the apprentice come in." said the Guild Master. Just then all the apprentices stood up and watched the door open. Danny was walking through to the Guild Master.

"Today we have came to congratulate one of our youngest apprentice. Danny Fenton. He came here 4 years ago not knowing anything about the world he was brought to but from our teachings, he now stands as a proud hero. Learning our three principles of the hero. He has passed our tests. For this, we award him with this. A ring of legends, the dragon eye. This once belonged to the great hero of Albion, Cadaron. He was the creator of the time magic and with his sacrifice, he left behind his most precious ring. He told me to give it to someone who he believes will become a saviour. And no doubt, this was destined to be with you." said the Guild Master as he passed the ring onto Danny.

Danny just stared into the ring and wore it. The ring gave him a minor burn but Danny had felt worse in the past. They then celebrated with a feast for Danny. Sam was speaking with the male apprentices about the nature and how much she wanted to protect the wildlife. The male were all amazed at how much she cared the world and she tried her best to save mother nature. As for Tucker, he was pigging out on the buffet with all the meat. He was trying to speak to the girls but they didn't really want to talk to him since they saw him pigging out.

They were all more interested speaking to Danny. All the females were trying to get closer to Danny because they knew that this would be the last time Danny would visit Albion. Danny knew as well that he could no longer visit Albion since the contract was complete. He then left the tavern and decided to head outside to get some air. Danny then looked over to the ring that was given to him.

"So this belonged to a hero and now it's mine. Heh, I gained a graduation and lost my power to come back to Albion. Not sure it was a fair trade." said Danny.

"Yes but at least you received something you will never forget." said Whisper from behind Danny.

"Whisper? Uh, what are you doing here?" asked Danny.

"Looking for you, you weren't at your own graduation party. I got worried." replied Whisper.

"Well, this was going to be the last time I was going to meet all of you. It kind of made me sad to realise that I will never see you guys again." said Danny.

"Yes but you will have to face farewell sooner or later." said Whisper.

"But to never meet again? That's a farewell I never wanted to face." said Danny.

"Well, even though we will not meet again. At least I can give you something, you won't forget." said Whisper as she got closer to Danny.

"What are you talking ab..." said Danny but then he felt his lip pressed with Whisper's lips. The kiss lasted for a few minutes until they finally broke off.

"Whisper...why?" asked Danny as he couldn't believe what happened.

"Danny, since the day we met. I have been happy to spend time with you. I knew that you were destined for greatness and today you proved it. I know we will not meet again but I hope you can at least remember me. " said Whisper.

"Whisper...I wish...it didn't have to be like this." replied Danny.

"Danny there's no need to sad. We have said all that we needed to and done what needed to be done. I say we are finished." epxlained Whisper as she kissed Danny one last time and waved farewell. Danny just watched as she finally left.

A few hours after the graduation party, Danny and his friends were finally getting ready to leave. Maze had brought the portal ready to teleport them back home.

"Danny, it was truly an honour to have you here." said Maze.

"Thank you master, I was happy as well. I am truly going to miss you all." said Danny.

"I guess I should I take this." said the Guild Master as he took Danny's guild seal.

"It was nice while it lasted. But why is it that Danny can't come back?" asked Tucker.

"It's because we made a promise to teach Danny until he would graduate. In fact, Danny wasn't even meant to be here but we had to make a deal." said Guild Master.

"Indeed but lets not talk about that." said Maze.

"Well, I guess this is goodbye." said Danny as he jumped into the portal with Sam and Tucker.

After they jumped in, the portal finally closed and then a purple cloaked figure arrived behind the guild master and Maze.

"I cannot thank you enough for teaching him." appreciated the cloacked figure.

"It's quite alright, after all it is not everyday that we get to teach the apprentice of the time master." said the Guild Master.

Back to the Human world

"Well, looks like we made it." said Sam.

"And it looks like a second hasn't even passed yet. I thought we were gone for hours." said Tucker.

"Time is much faster there compared to Amity Park. And that was how I was able to train so much." explained Danny.

"By the way, you never told us about how you even got there." asked Sam.

"That's a story for another time. Sadly, I need to go home and help my dad." said Danny.

"Your dad? With what?" asked Tucker.

"Well my dad said he was making something called a ghost portal. He said it could connect the human world with the ghost world." explained Danny. Those words immediately sparked Sam and Tuckers interest.

"That sounds so cool! Can we check it out too?" said Sam and Tucker.

"You guys sure? My dads gonna be rambling on and on about ghosts." warned Danny.

"We don't mind." said Sam.

"Don't say I didn't warn ya." said Danny as all of them started walking together.

Little did they know that they were being watched from afar.

"And with this event, you will unlock your true future. You will unlock the powers of ghosts." said the figure in the purple cloak figure until he disappeared into the wind.

After the events of Albion, Danny returned home to create a future that will not only make him a hero but a Phantom.

End of the First chapter

(A/N before you all start complaining about where Danny's ghost powers are. He starts using them officially, next chapter. And being trained how to have strength, skills and will from Albion, he's gonna kick some ass while having his harem. I appreciate the criticisms or anything you want to say to improve this story. This story is currently under testing and if it doesn't reach a certain amount of reviews, follow and favourite. I might give up on this. But do have a good morning, day, evening and night)