"Run!" Hsi Wu barked out before anyone else could say anything. On instinct, the entire group took off away from the robed figures even as they started to gather magic between their hands to attack.
As the group got distance, Jade decided to speak up. "So...why are we running, anyway? Pretty sure we could have handled those guys."
"Too many unknowns and handicaps," Hsi Wu pointed out flatly. "Not to mention we were unprepared for a confrontation against an unknown formulation of magic. I certainly didn't recognize how they were shaping their magic."
"Felt like they were shaping it through those rings they were wearing," Sweetie Belle pointed out thoughtfully. "I didn't get a good look at them, but it felt a bit like blood magic...but not quite."
"Means the rings are forged and linked to bloodlines," Viper pointed out with a frown. "The specific magic is meant to call on the collected magic of the entire bloodline since the forging of the ring, and it can only be used by someone of the bloodline wearing the ring. That's very dangerous magic to be tangling with."
"And makes perfect sense for a secret society that's escaped notice all this time," Scootaloo added. "That much power at their disposal? They could easily clean up any trace of themselves as they went, and there's bound to be members secretly in magical law enforcement to help cover up any trace of their work or misdirect the investigation."
"Probably got their own warp network functionin' under the existin' one that law enforcement uses, so spells that detect unauthorized warping don't pick up their movements," Apple Bloom pointed out ruefully. "So no tellin' how many reinforcements they can call in how quickly."
"Not to mention if we are famous for dealing with archaeological crime solving, they probably expected us at some point," Jackie pointed out as they turned a corner and found a place to rest. "Which means they are prepared for us...and we are not prepared for them."
Jade frowned as she caught her breath. "So...let me get this straight," she began as she held up her fingers and began counting off points. "We're up against a secret society of mages that can call on magic built up through centuries at least with who knows how many members. Just about anyone we go to for extra backup could be one of them, and there'd be no way to know for sure until they had us in a trap because we didn't get a clear look at their symbol...and on top of that the rings might have built-in illusions to hide the symbol except when at meetings of said society. They are specifically prepared for dealing with us and everything we can bring to bear, and we can't count on any official backup. And we don't know what their plan is or what schedule they're on, so we are on a time limit we don't even know to stop them from trying to use Stonehenge for whatever they're doing...which we also don't know." She held up one last finger. "And we need to do all that while protecting Mei Ling, since they probably have means for dealing with those like her. Is there anything I've missed? Any other way we're screwed?"
"Actually, there is one good thing in all this," Hsi Wu pointed out hopefully. "Bloodline magic only works for humans or those with human life span. So in all likelihood, we'll only be dealing with humans, and non-human assistance can likely be trusted. Especially from anyone exceptionally long lived."
"Well, unless you just happen to know someone who fits that bill who might be willing to tag along with us for a lark and has plenty of power at his disposal, I don't see how that helps us," Jade pointed out flatly. She then noticed Hsi's grin. "You do know someone."
"I just hope he...or she...is currently awake," Hsi pointed out as he hopped to a nearby roof and began looking around.
"Eh?" Jackie asked in confusion.
"Yeah, Ally gets bored every so often and swaps," Hsi explained readily. "Weird, but fun." His ears twitched. "That way."
Hsi Wu confidently led the group to a fenced in mansion with a great deal of acreage within the fence, showing signs of being upgraded with beyond state-of-the-art technology hidden within traditional architecture, along with magic protections laid down that made the entire group shiver from the willies with the intensity of it. As everyone else stared, Hsi Wu walked up to a call box at the side of the gate and pressed the button.
"Can I help you?" an elderly, British accented voice asked courteously.
"Can Ally come out and play?" Hsi asked playfully. "We go way back."
There was a rueful sigh on the other side of the grill. "Who shall I say is calling?"
"Tell him I still owe him an Unfiltered for what happened with him and my little sister," Hsi responded easily.
"Jesus Christ, Hsi, let it go already!" a much more aggressive voice called out from the other side of the grill. "It was thousands of years ago!"
"She was 14!" Hsi snapped back angrily.
"Physically, so was I!" the voice - 'Ally', presumably - snapped back. "And we were in Japan!"
"Those laws didn't even exist yet!" Hsi snapped back.
"My point is that she was past legal age of consent back then," 'Ally' countered in a playful tone. "Hell, she was of marriage age for back then. And she never did get married, so it's not like being 'dishonored' was the end of the world."
"It would have been if I hadn't made and used the Deja Vu stone to go back and prevent the Chosen One from being destabilized and exploding!" Hsi growled in fury.
"Oh...so that was this guy..." Jade murmured worriedly.
"This is going to be so awkward," Emeraude added from her shoulder.
"Isn't he one of those who can see shoulder people?" Queen purred wickedly.
"By the gods..." Emeraude whimpered.
"See?" 'Ally' countered playfully. "You fixed it! I don't know why you're still going on about it!"
"Do you know how rough she had it through becoming Chosen One because of that?" Hsi raged angrily. "It took years before she had the courage to even wash herself alone for fear touching herself wrong would damage the fabric of magic, and that was your doing!"
There was silence for a time. "...I'm not apologizing," 'Ally' countered petulantly.
"And that's why I'm still pissed at you!" Hsi snapped out. "You never apologized!"
"Seriously? So all I have to do is apologize to Emeraude, and you'll let it go?" 'Ally' asked curiously.
"Yes!" Hsi insisted fiercely.
"...well, I don't have a time machine-"
"I'm right here," Emeraude spoke up calmly.
"Emmy? That you? It's been ages! How are you alive again?"
"I'm the present Chosen One's conscience and Guide," Emeraude explained calmly.
"That's...that's me," Jade spoke up softly. "Good lord, this is so awkward..."
"Oh Jesus Christ, Hsi, don't tell me you got little sister cockblocked again!" 'Ally' demanded incredulously. "I mean, as funny as it was joking about your 'little sister' being your Mistress-"
"I'm not his Mistress!" Jade snapped out automatically.
"...oh my gosh, did little Wuwu get himself familiar bound to his first girlfriend? That's adorable!"
"Hey!" Hsi Wu snapped out as Jade and the fillies giggled. "Only Bastet gets to call me that! Where do you get off-"
"Lots of places, but from the sound of it your girlfriend is maybe 12, so I'd get yelled at if I talked about it, and I'm already getting yelled at enough today," 'Ally' countered playfully. "Speaking of, come in already! Maybe you can get that Integra bitch to lay off for once!"
The original voice sighed softly. "Come in, please," he offered apologetically. "I'll guide you to Miss Integra, so you can explain what you need."
As the gates slowly creaked open, Jackie idly wondered what they'd gotten themselves into.
Enthusiastic walk coming soon? Given who's now entering the story I'd say yes.
Oh, this is going to be fun.
So, Having not seen either Hellsing Ultimate nor Hellsing Ultimate Abridged, what's the difference between canon Alucard and Abridged Alucard?
Jesus wants a hug!
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you have no idea how hard it is to answer that question well. I'd suggest just watching the first episode of each and you'll get a perfect answer. It will take like 1 and a half hours of your day, about.
Abridged Ally is best Ally.
Well let's get this party started already!
*squeeeeeeee* can't wait for next chapter
Chapter One Hundred Eighty Five
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"One More Thing!"
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You cheeky d*#k waffle
Oh gods... I read this dialogue in Ally's voice and it was almost too awesome.
As is usual, Tatsorou introduces another element of his shared universe that he almost always creates for these stories.
This conveys my option perfectly!
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You see this chapter yes...?
The non-abriged version would tear this one apart with absolutely no questions asked for the stunt we find that he pulled because for all the bloodbaths he caused in the original he actually has a damn code of ethics and respect.
It was so fun to read both Alucard and Walter's lines in their abridged voices
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Thanks for the information. I really appreciate it.
There is also the option of calling Valmont and asking him for any advice or some info he can give the group on their new playmates.
Also, everyone's favorite insane vampire gets to meet the group. I can't wait to see Integra's reaction to the Crusaders and if they can make her go "Squee!" with long suppressed little girl joy that absolutely freaks Alucard out since that is not her normal behavior. Seras would obviously find them adorable and I can see her hanging with Jade and the Crusaders while the adults are talking or sorting through info. Hmmm, maybe she could give jade some fire arm safety lessons so she can at least disable a bad guy's gun if she gets her hands on it?
Abridged Alucard?
Okay so either Millennium never happened, hasn't happened yet or got their shit kicked in before they did any real damage and either never got the chance to turn Walter into a grade-a cunt or he's currently on punishment duty for trying to betray Integra.
...Never have I known I've needed something so much until I actually recieved it. This is going to be glorious!
Dis gun b gud.
Can't wait to see Seras's reaction to the crusaders.
We get to see Seras again? Sweet! We haven't seen her since chapter 13. ...so, does anyone know what year it is in-story?
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And yet... We have already seen Seras long long ago! Just... Just pray Ally doesn't get his mitts on a keyblade...
No kidding.
Also awkward, but a more fun awkward.
YESYESYEYSYEGYSYEYSGSYGEGSGSGSGGEYAHYAGZHJSXHZHJJSHJ HJEH HQNNAHCJXU!!!!!!
This is going to be so freaking good!!!
(grabs lots of popcorn) this is one show I don't want to miss.
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You know what this needs?
*Gets out phone and hits "random"*
"To hell with regulations! ALUCARD...!"
*pause for dramatic effect*
"Go for a walk."
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I believe we all feel how Vegeta feels right now...and this IS THE OPENING ACT!!! Oh man, GET ON THE HYPE TRAIN FOLKS 'CAUSE IT AIN'T MAKIN' NO STOPS!!
...also Alucard for best Hype Man/ Wing Man.
I am so hoping for this conversation.
Alucard: Hey Kid?
Yeah?
Alucard: whose your daddy?
You Are!!!!!
Alucard: Damn Right!
And Now all I need is a shrodringer/seras baby and all will be wonderful. But no pressure. Just uttering a wish into the ether, one I know will be echoed.
Wait, if Dracula wasn't born until sometime in the 1400's, how could Alucard have been around a thousand years ago?
...
Oh sweet Celestia, he has time travel. Please tell me someone took that away from him before he broke something important. Like everything.
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Hsi did mention he used a time rift.
Allucard sounded frustating?! Never thought I would see the day.
... dare I ask why being in Japan matter to the topic they were discussing?
Ally? I wonder who that is.
Ah. This guy.
MY head is meeting desk not only is this Alucard it's abridged verison IE the same mother *bleeeper* who thinks it's jolly ole time to attempt to Murder Santa come christmas and considering who Santa is the reincarnation of in this fic......well at least she only has to pay for the roof and grounds....
as long as it doesn't spill out into the surrounding area.
and poor Seras probably can't get presents anymore because he ropes her into it huh wonder if this is pre or post lead zepplins....
I do have a taste for wild geese.....
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The 'age of consent' laws for Japan are...odd. That's all I'll say. If you want to know more, look it up.
Knowing the dirty minded Alucard there is going to be at least one pony ride joke.
Seras and Jade will get on like a house on fire though.
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I got that point. But why in the whole wide world would they -- a vampire, a demon, and a chosen one (not counting that they were all only teenage at that time) -- be in Japan of all place? It must hold significance in the story, right?
Hmm... I can't think of what to pun. This chapter is almost practically pure joy.
What were eggplants even used for back then? ๐๐๐๐๐๐
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Because Emeraude was born in China, as was Hsi Wu, and Emeraude wanted to see what was on those islands out there. Alucard just happened to show up because Hsi Wu wound up unleashing the 'Unfiltered Eye' because a bunch of people saw demon and attacked before they saw familiar.
*discreetly juggles a garlic bomb behind my back while an angry miasma flares around me towards Ally*
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Who do you think the secret society the Chan clan just ran away from is. ๐
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Uh, the same secret society from "The Chan Who Knew Much". Duh.
Dammit. One of those times where I'm clearly missing out on something hilarious and I have no idea how long it would take me to catch up on. I keep hearing the name Alucard thrown around but it's clearly not who I though it was. Somebody wanna fill me in?
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"I'm not his/your Mistress!"
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