Chapter 1

They were just on their way home when something went wrong. First, Street felt it, and then Knuckle. They froze as their vision began to blur, a powerful surge had been unleashed upon the world as everything in their bodies revolved. "GGGGAAAAHHHH!" they screamed in agony. Then, the brothers collapsed. Street saw his vision cut out, until alien code appeared before him in sleep mode.

{Time line altered. Alternative history now being downloaded…}

It was shortly after the fight between Garou and Saitama. Garou just escaped and Saitama was about to leave when somehow, Saitama himself vanished from the time line from that point. "Origins of Saitama current location, unknown." Yet, due to his disappearance, other events began to occur.

One Black Sperm managed to escape and found an underground passage to the Heroes Association, originally used as an escape route in case of an emergency before the it was built up by Metal Knight, he managed to bypass security and find the holding area of other monsters within the Heroes Association. His timing couldn't have been more prefect. The guards were summoned upstairs, the cages left on high lockdown, but a matter of disabling them was simple. He took out the power supply and unleashed all within the underground. Tiger level threats mainly, but there were some demon and a single dragon threat within. "With me, to victory! Destroy their base!" Black Sperm announced.

The heroes who usually kept to the Association were in City Z waiting for farther orders on the hostage situation, most of those who stayed behind were just entering A Class or were the lower ranked B Class heroes.

It was a slaughter.

Any and all who stood in their way were killed, Black Sperm laughed aloud as he rallied the monsters through and demanded they take it all. Those who donated vast amounts of money to the Heroes were in the building, and were killed in a bloodbath. However, Sperm had a far bigger target in mind. As the monsters kept within, he managed to get out as a massive press conference began. The kid they had taken Waganma was shown to the world as he was saved by the S Class heroes along with his father. Black Sperm took the opportunity and killed them all live on TV. He hands plunged through father and son, ripping out their organs and displaying for the world the see. "Are you looking down at me?" he demanded…

#

The world fell into chaos, the heroes pushed to the brink, as the monsters revolted and came out of hiding. There was no keeping up with them. The military was called in, and yet not even they were of much help. The heroes were pushed to the brink, many falling in battle, others refusing to fail.

The S Class was pushed to exhaustion. Many fell due to the amount of work put in. The first to fall was Class S Rank 3. Silverfang. Died in the line of duty while attempted to hold off four dragon level threats on his own.

The scene played out vividly before Street as Bang was on the periphery of passing out, he nearly didn't see the monster coming from behind him when it's arm was grabbed and thrown into another. His estranged pupil Garou came out of nowhere to help. "Watch your back old man!" he scolded.

The two managed to take down the threats, yet as the battle ended, Bang fell to his knees and collapsed. "Old man… Bang…" He rushed to his sensei's side, Bang was struggling to breath and yet, there was a smile on his wrinkled old face. His hand came up and gently patted Garou's shoulder.

"I knew… you could be a hero…" he said weakly.

His eyes rolled back, Bang went limp in Garou's arms. "Bang… Bang…. SENSEI!" he shouted. But he was gone.

Garou trembled as he held his teacher, tears followed as he braced him one last time. "I swear… I will do better…" he whispered.

Yet in that moment of weakness, Garou felt a searing pain in his chest. He had been battling it for a while yet has tried to ignore it. He refused to leave his teacher on the ground. Garou carried Bang all the way back to the dojo where Charanko waited. Once he saw his master his anger directed to the former human monster. "You actually did it!"

"NO!" Garou snapped. "He died in battle…" his voice trailed off as he turned to the only student Silverfang had. "Help be bury him."

"What…"

"Get a damn shovel and help me put him to rest!"

Charanko froze but did as he was told. Garou found an area near the dojo, it was clear and he would be able to see the city. With that, Charanko began to dig the hole until Garou deemed it good enough. With care he placed Bang within and yet he took his yellow sash from his side and placed it next to his sensei. The two filled in the hole before Garou turned back to the city. There were battles going on everywhere. "What now?" Charanko asked.

"I'm going to be the hero he knew I could become… when I am done, I will come back here… and I will train you."

"What…"

"You are the last student of his, the fact you have yet to learn everything he taught you is a crime. When I return, and when I am through with you… You will know fists of flowing water!" With that Garou rushed back into the city, he continued to fight the searing pain growing in his chest under his right side. Yet as he battled monsters, he supplemented his food with their bodies. There was no time to eat, and he could stomach monster flesh with relative ease. Yet, in doing so, he found his body changing drastically. He began to turn more into a monster once again, yet, despite it all, he continued to fight for the sake of his master and those he promised to protect…

#

Moral fell among the S Class heroes, some fell to their deaths as a result. Atomic Samurai fell two months after the loss of Silverfang. Many felt his heart wasn't into battling anymore, not after losing his dear friend. His spirits continued to drop the moment he saw his own pupils slaughtered in front of him. He battled so long he had no time to maintain his weapon. Sword after sword broke on him until his last battle. He gave way the moment he thrust into the last dragon level threat he would defeat. At the same time, he was impaled by its claw.

Tank Top Master died holding back a barrage of monsters to bide his legions time to escape. They called for reinforcements but they would not arrive in time, many of his men were already on the brink of death. There was no option. "Retreat now! The power of the Tank Top will carry you forward! GO!"

Tank Top girl told the other heroes his last words, his body was recovered but his treasured tank top was torn off.

Puri-Puri Prisoner went down in a blaze of glory as he would call it. Sacrificing himself for the pure young heroes he has kept a close eye on. His efforts were not in vein, as two heroes he saved was Stinger and Lightning Max. They were able to fall back in time, and yet somehow gained the help of one Suiryu who no longer saw heroes as pointless being. He managed to help them escape and recover Snek who was knocked out from battle. Since then, the four had become their own team, Stinger however didn't keep to the group, insisting that it wasn't his thing. Yet the three martial artists stuck together and became a well-rounded battle team.

The heroes who managed to survive banded together. Words soon spread of the fallen, many took this as a call to arms to come together now more than ever as heroes. "Metal Knight has reported Silverfang has died in battle." Amai confirmed.

"Not Bang!" protested Bad. "WHO!"

"His heart gave out according to the report. However, matters aren't helped much as he claims Garou himself was in the area. I have little doubt that piece of shit did something to him!" Amai said defiantly. "We are on the ropes, but we cannot stop now. For Bang!" he said.

The crowd agreed, they will continue on for Bang. Yet, keeping close to Amai Mask was a young hero, Shuriken Star… AKA Melee Brawler. "Mimi, remain next to me. I cannot let anything happen to you." Amai pleaded.

She nodded and agreed. "I'll follow you wherever you go," she vowed.

#

There came a battle flashing before his eyes. Metal Bat was holding off all the monsters that he could, but, a scream made him pull away. His sister was captured and the monster held her by the arm and started to pull. "ZENKO!" he screamed.

She howled in pain as the pull grew tighter and tighter. Until…

SPLAT

The monster's head was taken clean off its shoulders. Before it's body could slump to the ground, it was grabbed effortlessly, then, a demonic hand reached for the little girl, gently taking her out of the corpse's grasp.

Metal Bat froze, as did all the monsters as they witnessed Garou effortlessly consume the body. When he finished, he placed Zenko behind him before glaring at Bad, he nudged his head, silently telling him to come to his side. He did so without hesitation. With Zenko protected, Garou took it upon himself to end the legions! Bad stared as the human monster was far different since his last encounter. His body had swelled to nearly the same size as the creatures he was just battling, that statue only grew with the more he consumed. When the legions were cleared, he stood over ten feet tall now, his body bulged out in various places until new strengths were formed. His dragon like monsters bounded to him grew, his wings became stronger as did his tail.

"Why!" he heard a voice demand.

Garou turned and glared at Bad. "What do you mean… why?" he demanded.

Bad froze as he saw the razor teeth in the mouth of the human monster, his eyes glowed a crimson red as he appeared upset with the accusation. "Why help us? You were against us before… not to mention what the hell happened to you?"

Garou sneered. "A lot." He said. "I am not hunting heroes anymore. I am hunting monsters…"

"You're… sacrificing yourself…" whispered Zenko.

"What?" Bad demanded.

"You saw him, the more he eats of the monsters… the more he becomes one… he's sacrificing himself to do it, to ensure they don't harm another person… Bad!" she said in great shock. "He's a hero now!"

Bad froze to the discovery, Garou looked away rather disgusted with himself. "I… can't survive without monster meat. It's the only thing sustaining me. Yet, each time I eat. I grow… I lose… more of myself…" he whispered. "But I have to survive. I promise Bang… I promised…" he trailed off.

Bad froze to the news but nodded. "You need to go, I called for back up, and they are going to be here. You shouldn't be. Go…" he said.

Garou nodded. With a single flap of his wings he was launched into the sky and disappeared as the other heroes arrived. Amai paused when he saw the streets rather cleared. "What is this?" he demanded of Bad. "You called us here for nothing!"

Zenko was startled, however, Bad stood his ground. "I thought I was in over my head… looks like I was wrong about that. Sorry," he said.

He had to swallow his pride, he hates getting blamed for something he never did, but for the moment, it was best not to speak of Garou in front of Amai Mask. Not to mention, he now owes Garou one for saving his sister when he couldn't.

#

The battles raged on, it wasn't long until the heroes found they were able to clear three major cities of monsters. City Q, City A and City V. Measures were put into place as a new government took command. A remarkable young man stood before the masses and explained that the safe cities were for all. No matter one's wealth or privilege. All people would be accepted as the heroes worked outside of the safe cities in attempts to purge the monsters once and for all.

People came in droves to the security of walls around their new homes. The call went out to all S Class heroes and Amai Mask, they were brought to meet the new government. Much to the shock of everyone, the people running the super continent were all the same person… the staff of 50… were all the same man! "Remarkable…" Amai said yet appeared rather suspicious to it all. "I have heard of you people… You are the house of evolution are you not?

"Former house, our creator was quick to abandon the notion after an incident. However, we have come together to pool our knowledge and resources to help the world!"

"Why should we even trust you!" demanded Child Emperor.

"Because, we are the best chance you have. Our minds are created from one of the smartest in the world, even you would bow to our superior intellect…"

"Child Emperor, he does have a valid point." Child Emperor's laptop went off. He opened it up and found Metal Knight coming through. "They are the clones of Dr. Genus, his intellect is high, as great as my own. We should listen to what they offer. For they are the ones that helped design the walls of the safe cities."

"Indeed, so please, will you hear us out?"

There was a reluctance, yet a nod came from the young hero. "We are aware of the monsters more aggressive activities, we have discovered a monster by the name of Lord Orochi. Former files indicated he had been destroyed, however, we have learned recently of his revival. He has been sending the legions out to gather materials for his body. Turning people into monsters and then… using them for his own creation."

The room froze.

"Is that what has been happening?" asked Amai.

"It is, and we need to stop him at the source. We need to take down Orochi. However, this is important. We want him taken alive."

The room froze to the concept. "Alive?" asked Flash. "Why? In case you haven't realized we are down a few heroes! Watchdog man won't leave City Q. Tatsumaki has been in a vegetative state since clearing the cities of monsters, doctors don't think she will ever recover. Bang is dead, his brother died in battle a week later, Zombieman has gone missing since his last investigation, Blast hasn't even shown his face since this all happened!" he protested. "Why should we take him alive?" he demanded.

The man in charge leaned in, he bore a stern look and said. "Because, those that make his body were human, we are developing a way to change them back"

It was an awkward silence in the room. "Impossible." Said Metal Knight.

"No it is possible. He has created monster cells that turns people into monsters, we need to see if we can use that process to turn people back!"

There was a reluctant agreement as each hero was given a paper to verify the order and it was notarized by the government. Bad folded the paper up and tucked it into his jacket pocket. "We done here?" he asked.

"We are, when Orochi is found it will be all available heroes called in to take him down."

"Kay," with that, Bad walked out. He got a sick feeling in his stomach and knew he had to tell a certain someone about this.

#

There was one place he could go.

City Z was nothing more than a waste land, despite the fact the new Heroes association HQ would be in the city due to all the monster activity. He paused as he found himself at the place. There was a lot of stairs but they were nothing.

He made his way to the top when he heard someone aggressively training. Bad approached with caution as he found an older looking Charanko, he was fighting a monster!

Bad was about rush in, yet paused. This… was different. The monster was clearly capable of killing him, and yet, it was holding back quite a bit! Charanko hit the ground hard, yet he kicked his legs and was brought back up to on to his feet. "Again!" he demanded.

"Hey!" Bad called.

Charanko paused as did the creature he was fighting. He tried to hide it last minute but Bad rolled his eyes. "You ain't fighting no monster… besides, this guy looks familiar"

Charanko sighed. "Okay fine, what!" he demanded. "I got training to do, hurry it up!"

"Garou." Was all Bad said.

The creature turned to him and nudged his head towards the thick of the woods. "Follow the serpent body… got it. Thanks."

With that, Bad ventured off, deep into the forest until he found him. Yet, not even he could believe the sight before him.

Garou was huge!

He has grown into a full-blown dragon level threat… he looked like one too! His eyes opened… then the other set opened… and the other… "Shit." Were the first words out of Bad.

"What…" came the monstrous voice from the former human monster.

Bad approached fearlessly. "I need your help. Something ain't right… the new government that has taken over, they found out Lord Orochi is alive"

Garou froze to the news. "He is?"

"Yeah… he is… but the problem is, they want us to stop him, but they want him alive!" Bad said as he appeared disgusted. "I don't believe a word they say, I don't want this asshole alive any longer than he already is… Garou… I am asking you man… stop him before we have to."

Garou took in the news, he thought it over before giving a sigh. "Losing… mind… Cannot… cannot…" he paused and struggled with his words.

"I ain't asking you to eat him! Just stop him. The monster cells are coming from him! Stop Orochi, we stop the monster cell production!" Bad pleaded. "Man, I beg of you…"

He stared into the six eyes of Garou, he sighed aloud, but gave a solemn nod. "Stop him… stop monster cells… Orochi… dead!" he vowed.

#

He reappeared, Lord Orochi. The heroes were given the call to apprehend the monster king, but the order didn't sit will with many of them. Yet Amai assured them that the government knew what they were doing. They found him rampaging near one of the safe cities, on the outskirts of City Q. Just as the heroes were about to go and confront it, Garou came out of nowhere. However, he was drastically different. He stood as tall as Lord Orochi, yet he showed no signs of allegiances with the monster king. Instead, for three days and nights, the two battled. In the end, Garou overwhelmed the Monster King. In his defeat he did something drastic and devoured Lord Orochi!

"HE MUST BE STOPPED! KILL GAROU!" Amai called.

Yet, as the order was given, as quickly as he appeared, Garou ran, despite his size the speed he possessed was still unmatched by the heroes, he vanished into the cities and somehow since then has eluded them. However, something troubled Amai Mask. He had called the heroes to him and demanded to know. "Our order was to bring in Orochi alive, how could the human monster know where he was? It was as if he knew what we were intending to do…" Amai said with great anger in his voice. "Whoever has spoken this to Garou, has betrayed us all!"

Despite it all, Amai has led the heroes well, ever since he took command, there have been little casualties. It was the hero's job to fulfill the order of the government, get people into the cities and destroy any and all monsters along the way. However, the one task they asked of Amai Mask and those of his legions was to find the Monster King Orochi, but bring him alive.

It was the first mission he has failed since taking command. "What's the big deal?" demanded Metal Bat. "Why take the Monster king alive? He's dead now, he can't hurt no one!"

"Orders are orders!" Amai protested.

"It was a dumb order!" Bad snapped back.

Suspicion fell on the young S Class hero, Amai would see to it himself that he discover the truth. He knows someone tipped off Garou, and now, the human monster is stronger than his Awakened Garou state!

#

Street's vision began to clear. His eyes opened for the first time and yet he wasn't where he thought he was… in fact, he was chained up and held prisoner in a strange facility. "Okay… I don't think I was THAT drunk…" he muttered. He took in everything around him, he was surrounded by cyborgs and technology not even Alley has made. "Where am I?" he checked his left and found Knuckle suspended against the wall like he was.

"They woke!"

Peering up ahead, Street was confused to see this strange looking robot. The human brain it possessed was clear as day in its see through dome, its arms were long sharp hooks and robotic tools. Yet as Street stared at it, if he didn't know any better the thing looked to be wearing a dress! "I thought they malfunction, it appears I was wrong. Now, you, what is your name?" it asked.

"You first. You're the ones that got me tied up here."

The cyborg paused. "Very well, we are the Organization! We will destroy the world and overthrow humanity as its proper rules!"

"Uh… huh… you're wearing a dress, do you know that?"

The cyborg was rather stunned. "You are one of us aren't you? Yet you speak as if you are human…"

"I am human dipshit! Just because my body is robotic doesn't mean I ain't human still." Street began to process everything around him, all these cyborgs here are capable of great destruction, question is, how come he hasn't see them before until now. "Look, this is all a big misunderstanding. Let me and my bro go and we will forget we were ever here!" he said.

"Illogical." The cyborg replied. "Your bodies are unusual, no one not even Metal Knight is capable of creating such… perfection."

"Oh stop, you'll make me blush!" teased Street. "Look, we got to go and find our sis to make sure she's okay. My head is still swimming after that ripple effect. Whatever the hell that was…"

"You are to remain here until we can dissect you and see how you are created! You will be reprogramed and join our legions, together, we will be unstoppable!"

"Pass..." came the voice of a very disinterested Knuckle. His eyes opened as he smirked. "While you were yapping away, I already hacked your systems. See…" the chains that held them broke off. Street and Knuckle walked out of them without an issue, their captor was taken aback by their ability.

"You… you couldn't have hacked our system!" it protested.

"Oh?" Knuckle asked. He snapped his finger, the whole power supply was cut off, even the back up generators! With that, the brothers made a break for it, Knuckle knew the whole layout and guided Street out sending him telepathic signals.

Since when the hell did you learn this!? Street demanded.

Apparently we had passed out for some time, this way! by the time the power came back on, the brothers made it up and out of the organization's secret base. Yet, as they walked out into the world, they froze.

Everything was decimated!

"What… the… fuck!" demanded Knuckle. "Bro!"

"I know, I know. Something downloaded in me, an alternative history… we're in it Knuckle…"

"STOP THEM!"

"Answers later, let's get the hell out of here!" Knuckle turned and fired a power blast to the exit. It collapsed a good portion of the tunnel, hopefully biding them time. They went on the run shortly after. "We got to find Melee!"

Street agreed. "Yeah, let's go to the Dragon's keep and see if she's there!"