Mega Man Zero Elpizo

Prologue

The Eternal Battle

With the passing of Master X Neo Arcadia's spirit has been severely wounded. Zero truly is the 'god of Destruction' that is mentioned in legend. The Guardians of Neo Arcadia continue to protect it to the best of their ability however, with both Zero and Vile it has been a horrific conflict. Tens of Thousands of Pantheon soldiers have been eradicated by the two of them; sometimes they eradicate them ten thousand or more by themselves in a single battle. Phantom has not been seen for a long time, it is assumed that Phantom has given his life in a vain attempt to protect his now deceased master. However, the other three Guardians have denied that Phantom has died.

Depression in has begun to become a problem in Neo Arcadia. Without our beloved Master X our citizenry feels unprotected and insecure. Crime is reaching an all time high of ten percent, theft has become more commonplace. However, for the most part the massive MP force is able to identify the criminals. Still, with Neo Arcadia drowning in such sorrow it is making it difficult to wage war against the Resistance. Some political leaders are even suggesting peace proposals. However, the Guardians have ignored them. They remember Master X's orders. Even though he Master X died they carry on his will loyally.

Memoirs of Dr. Tharom

22XX A.D.

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"Zero, we need you to investigate an unusual signal in the desert. We suspect it will take some time. Most likely we will have moved to the new base by the time you are done." Ciel told him.

Zero nodded.

"Very well, I will notify Iris and then leave immediately." Zero turned from her and left the command center.

Zero reflected as he looked around the Resistance base, for most likely; the last time… The flickering lights had become usual to him. The damaged walls and deteriorated paint, he knew the building well. Zero stepped on the elevator and looked out as the lift took up two floors. He heard the whir of the engines. He remembered the various conversations he had had in the place. All in all, while it was a place where he had executed various missions from it had become almost like home. He opened the old door to his room and saw Iris sitting on the bed. She stared at him as he entered.

"She wants you to perform another mission." She sighed.

"Sorry Iris, but it has to be done."
"I'm just tired of seeing you off to war…" She said as she stood and hugged him.

Zero nodded as he wrapped his arms around her.

"It won't be like this forever Iris." Zero assured her.

"You think so?" She asked as she pulled back from him.

Zero nodded.
"I do. You are the main reason why I fight, so that we will be able to live in peace and security."

She smiled at him and then walked over to a chest that Zero hadn't ever seen before.

"Zero, I felt that you could use this. It was a prototype that my brother had once worked on." Iris opened the chest and pulled out a metal snakelike cord. It had an energy blade on the opposite end of the handle.

"What is it?" Zero peered at it.

"It originally was a mere number but I named it the Chain Rod. I feel that my brother would like you to have this. I know that I do." She smiled faintly at him before she spoke on.

"The Chain rod doesn't have the power of the Z-saber but it does have the ability to grapple objects, so the uses are only limited to your imagination, you can use it to swing across a dangerous pit for example. It also can be straightened; like the triple rod. You can also use the Chain rod as a whip. I have also developed it so you can use your elemental chips with it." Iris attached it to his belt.

After she did so she hugged him.

"Iris… Thank you…" Zero whispered.

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"Four minutes left." Incentas chortled.

X ignored him and aimed at the door.

"Guys, I will get us out of here, someone finish off Incentas." X ordered.

Spider and Massimo nodded and attacked Incentas.

"What? Hmm, you plan to fight? Just like cornered rats!" Incentas laughed manically.

X charged up his buster and as he heard Incentas exploding behind him he fired off a devastating shot at the thick door. When the shot connected the door exploded outwards and crashed through another tri-steel alloy door.

"Let's get out of here!" Spider sprinted out of the room.

"He doesn't waste time." Massimo grumbled, picked up Cinnamon and followed the quick bounty hunter.

X blinked and beckoned the others do follow him as he ran outward. Alia was right beside him as he did.

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Alpha began to search for the elusive Alia. He had heard rumors that she had been seen in the city, but he had no luck. He let out a growl of frustration. How could one woman, a very famous one at that, be so hard to locate? It was difficult to destroy her if he couldn't find her.

He had made an agreement with the old man, if he succeeded at his two missions he would be restored…
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Zero peered over the desert from over the ridge of his cloak. A week ago Iris had not only given him the Chain Rod but a cloak as well. The cloak concealed his weaponry and his figure. It would be more difficult to tell who he was.

Suddenly, he detected movement. Zero turned and saw a number of Pantheon Soldiers coming towards him. Zero sighed, put his cloak away and prepared for battle.

"Let's go…" Zero said as he drew his saber.
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"Elpizo! Welcome!" Ciel ran up to the tall Reploid and hugged him in delight.

Elpizo looked uncomfortable.
"You said you needed me here?" Elpizo asked curiously.

Ciel released Elpizo and nodded.

"Would you become the commander of the Resistance and its newly established base?" She asked without preamble.

Iris was shocked. Who was Elpizo? And why did Ciel want him to be the commander?
Elpizo seemed to ponder her request.

"Well, if I can aid the Resistance I will." He finally answered.

"Thank you Commander Elpizo." Ciel saluted him.
"By the way, my troops will need a place to rest." Elpizo added.

Ciel shrugged.

"You are the commander now, just issue the orders."
Elpizo seemed uncomfortable as he ordered rooms to be made ready for his men. Iris could tell instantly that he was uncomfortable ordering others around. That would be for the best. After all, Zero and Vile were not ones to take orders.

IT HAS BEGUN... MEGA MAN ZERO ELPIZO...