Stranger

Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: The Darkest Abyss

The sun was beginning to set in the distance, filling the room with a bright orange glow that came from the large window. Before the window sat Alakazam, who was currently reading a very old-looking book. The book contained the writings of an archaeologist of old: Professor Camerupt, an expert on history. Though dated, his research had made several pathways for modern explorers that otherwise might never have been located. He was also, in his time, the leading expert on the subject of Giratina... which was exactly why Alakazam had been getting every novel, journal, and footnote written by Professor Camerupt that he could get his hands on. Information on such ancient subjects was hard to come by, and although most stories of that ancient battle are simply myth and legend, Alakazam chose to believe that there was some kernel of truth hidden within the stories. A truth that would probably be very important in the near future, if his theory was correct.

---

Sylveon sat dutifully outside the Guildmaster's office, looking over the two new recruits with a critical eye. One was a Breloom, who was currently bouncing up and down in place. The other, quite the opposite, was a Quilava, and looked like he might just as soon slink into the shadows as stand and fight. Still, she'd learned a long time ago not to judge a future Explorer by their first day. She herself had been a very timid and low-level Eevee only a few years ago, and would never have believed she'd one day make it to the position of a Guildmaster's assistant. Yet here she was, so it was only fair that these two have the same chance that she did.

"Alright, everyone! Front and center!" she called. Though the ceremony was for the two in front of her, the Guildmaster liked to have all the members (limited in number though they may be) present for these kinds of ceremonies. Zephyr and Growy were both there, though they would not actually be taking part in the ceremony themselves. Once everyone was in place, she lifted a paw and motioned toward the door. "The Guildmaster will now speak." Everyone's attention turned toward the doors as they waited for the Guildmaster to reveal himself.

And waited.

And waited.

Sylveon glanced at the door, which still showed no signs of opening. She knocked on the door. "Guildmaster, it's time."

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There was something else, though; something nagging at the back of his mind. Was he forgetting something? What was it...? A knock at his door. "Guildmaster, it's time." Yes, there is definitely something I am forgetting... But what? he thought to himself. He telekinetically pulled several books from his bookshelves, which took up the walls near the window, and began quickly scanning through them. Perhaps some fact or date had eluded him, and his subconscious was insisting that his picture of the situation was incomplete. Another knock. "Guildmaster?" He ignored it. He had to find what was missing. Suddenly, a loud bang of a knock came echoing through the room. "GUILDMASTER!!!"

"Ah! What? What? What is it, Sylveon?" he called out.

"You're supposed to be giving a speech, Guildmaster! It's time for the initiation ceremony!"

Alakazam was silent for a moment. "Ceremony...?" He slapped his forehead. "OF COURSE!" he shouted. That's what he had forgotten! The ceremony was today! "Yes, I'm coming! I'll be right out!" he called. Quickly, he marked his place in several of the books and sent them back to their bookshelves. Then he quickly headed for the doors and pushed them both open.

---

"GUILDMASTER!!!" Sylveon shouted, this time kicking the door with both her back feet.

"Ah! What? What? What is it, Sylveon?" he called out.

"You're supposed to be giving a speech, Guildmaster! It's time for the initiation ceremony!" she answered, clearly angry that he had - once again - forgotten something so important. She listened, but heard only silence. Had he heard her? She was about to simply throw open the doors and drag him out.

"OF COURSE!" came a sudden shout from the other side of the door. Sylveon sighed; he really had forgotten. "Yes, I'm coming! I'll be right out!" he called. Shaking her head, Sylveon stepped away from the door and resumed her post. After a moment, the doors opened wide, revealing Guildmaster Alakazam. Sylveon raised her paw towards him.

"And now, young recruits, the Guildmaster shall make a speech welcoming you to our Guild."

Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: The Darkest Abyss

Introduction

Long ago, when the Ancient One was still young, he summoned forth the two great pillars of our harmony: Dialga, the Master of Time, and Palkia, the Ruler of Space. Together, these two beings worked not in rivalry as they do today, but in harmony, maintaining the order of our kind. As the beings Uxie, Mesprit, and Azelf granted us the pieces of our souls - knowledge, spirit, and willpower - our world was created, and for a time, all was peaceful and of Light.

But of course, where there is Light, there is also Darkness; and the Darkness found form in a name forbidden in our time: Giratina. This dragon, a being with more power than even the two pillars combined, grew jealous of his brothers' positions of power and respect, for many would praise and be thankful for the efforts of the two pillars. Yet Giratina, who stood as the Guardian of Shadow, was oft whispered as a demon and a monster. It was his most sacred duty, you see, to protect our world from the Darkness that threatens us. Indeed, it is no exaggeration to say that his was the most important of all the brothers' duties, yet to protect one from the darkness, one must constantly expose himself to that very darkness. In defending our people from Darkness, Giratina’s heart was slowly corrupted by that very Darkness. He began to be despised and feared by our ancestors, who foolishly and in ignorance could not see the sacred duty and noble sacrifice that once worthy dragon made. Soon, the Darkness began to whisper to Giratina, bringing forth his hidden jealousy and slowly turn it into rage. The two pillars, Dialga and Palkia, began to see this change within their brother and grew concerned for him, but even they were not immune to the intoxication of the limelight; their worship turned their ears from him, and as Giratina fell, there was no one there to see him. And fall he did.

The day began as simple as any other: the sun rose, the grass grew, and Pokémon rose from their tired slumber. Suddenly, the sun became dark, and though the sky was clear, the stars refused to shine. Giratina arose from the shadows, the very Darkness he had sworn to protect us from now coursing through and granting him power. His once glorious form had become twisted and corrupt, and on his arrival, the world itself began to shudder. Forests withered, plains became deserts, oceans slowly started to dry, and the Pokémon… The Pokémon were the worst of victims. Those who came near Giratina were soon corrupted by his great power, abandoning their morals and joining with him as a growing army of darkness. Friends turned against each other as brother struck down brother. The world itself was being transformed into a world of utter darkness, and all who rose against Giratina were quickly struck down… or worse.

At last, the two pillars could no longer turn a blind eye. Their worship and limelight had died out long ago, giving way to fear and some contempt; after all, how could the two great pillars allow such a horror to happen? Unable to believe what had happened, the two of them raced down to stop their former brother. United, they were able to halt his dark advances. Finally, the dark one himself came to bring them down. They were no match for him, and they knew it. But, with their combined might, they were able to reunite the now-shattered lands into one mighty army, one that could even challenge the dark forces that now threatened the world. The war that followed was short, but terrible. Why, even today the land is scarred by the markings of battle that ensued in that era. However, at the end of this war, the blight Giratina did finally show himself against his former brothers. They did not seek to hold council with him; perhaps they believed him to already be lost. On his own part, Giratina gave them no signs of guilt or repentance; he had embraced his new dark identity, and he had no interest in releasing himself from it. Without a word, the three of them attacked, and without a word, the battle soon was over. Yet, the effects from that battle can be felt to this day, and likely will be felt for many more days onward. Giratina was defeated that day, but even the might of the two great pillars could not truly bring him down.

You see, Giratina had been stronger than the two of them even before he had acquired his new dark power. Now, he was nearly unstoppable. Only together could Dialga and Palkia stand any chance against him, but even together, they knew they could not defeat him. So, they did not try to defeat him, but instead held him off while using their great power to form a new and terrible realm for him: a realm we call the Reverse World. It is a world of no laws like our own: up may soon be down, and left may soon be forward. In this confusing maze, the dragons formed their brother’s prison, taking a moment’s advantage to thrust him into the darkness he was now so fond of. Sealing the door behind him, they thought that, at long last, their bloody war was over.

Alas, this was not meant to be, for Darkness will always exist so long as Light is shining. With Giratina’s final act, the brothers had been torn apart, seeing only an enemy where once an ally had stood. As soon as Darkness was sealed in the Reverse World, each of them turned to look upon the other with newfound rage that crept into their hearts; Giratina’s fell influence had taken its root inside the two of them. Now the two of them sought to destroy each other, and it was only by the heartfelt pleas of the Pokémon down below them that the two agreed to separate and leave the world to recover. Dialga used his Roar of Time to bring the world back as best he could. While most of the world was recovered, there are places still today where no life is able to grow. Palkia, for his part, used his Spatial Rend to repair the sundered world back into a conceivable whole, yet even here the scars of Darkness prevented his full action. Satisfied that their work was at best, the two departed to their own lands away from each other: Dialga standing at the Apex of Time, and Palkia hidden within the Edge of Space. The three great spirits – Uxie, Mesprit, and Azelf – had been unable to act in the constant fear of darkness, but now used what powers they possessed to turn the dark forces back to their original selves. Once again, though those that remembered knew it as a hard-won time, peace could reign again for the time it was allotted. But all remain ever alert for the coming return of Darkness, for even today, there are those who still followed the blackened laws of Giratina the Dark One.

--Professor Camerupt, 1686, Exploring Ancestry

Long ago, the darkness of Giratina was sealed away, and the world entered a time of peace and prosperity. However, of late, his influence can be seen slowly seeping back into the world of today. First, there was the Meteor, which threatened to destroy the entire world. If not for a certain few Pokemon, who were able to enlist the help of Rayquaza, the world would have ended then and there. Soon after came the events of Darkrai, where Time and Space themselves threatened to collapse. At the time, the brave explorers of the Wigglytuff Guild rose to fight the darkness, and together, they prevailed. Now the world is once again in danger. Pokemon have begun disappearing into the wilderness, and shadowy figures can be seen haunting the world at night. Soon, the world may again call for the aid of a mighty hero, and the Alakazam Explorer's Guild will rise to answer the call. For Darkness is returning, and they all must work together to stop it.

Rules:
- No Legendary characters.
- No smut, swearing, sex, or anything else like that. This is a Pokemon RP; I prefer it stay PG.
- I will be playing the Guild Master, so no, you cannot be Guild Master.
- Don't be a jerk.
- If you haven't played Pokemon: Mystery Dungeon before, I highly recommend you look up a synopsis.

Now for the fun stuff:
- Any Pokemon from Kanto to Kalos (other than Legendaries) can be used, including evolutions.
- You cannot be Guild Master, but you can be an independent Pokemon, if you so desire. If you are, you'll simply work alongside the Guild.
- Evolution will be possible here, so choosing a first form will not force you to remain one.
- Mega Evolution will also be possible, but only my character will have it at first. Since this is Mystery Dungeon, I've decided Mega Evolution will not be powered by a stone and accessory, but each Pokemon will have to complete a certain trial in order to acquire that power. Once you become a final-form Pokemon (including those that start out as one), you may attempt this trial. It'll be a collaborative post with me, so PM me whenever you'd like to do it.
--- Continuing on the subject, I've decided that every final-form Pokemon may have a Mega Evolution, whether it's canon or not. If you want a non-canon Mega, you are free to make one for yourself, and if two people have the same Pokemon, they are free to create different Mega forms.

Here's a Character Sheet template. If you want to join, please fill one out and post it here. Just know that those who posted in the Interest Check will have first priority.

Name:

Nickname (if applicable):

Gender:

Appearance:

Moves: Max 4, just like the games.

Personality:

Brief History: This can be as long or as short as you like.

Character Quirk: Any little thing that sets your character apart from any others of its kind. Are you a great singer? Can you cook? Do you skip when you walk? That sort of thing.

Guild Membership: This can be Yes (active member of the Guild), Pending (you're a brand new recruit), or No (you're an independent Pokemon).

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Name: Alakazam

Nickname (if applicable): Guildmaster

Gender: Male

Appearance: Regular and Mega

Moves: Psychic, Future Sight, Calm Mind, Reflect

Personality: Alakazam is a very... odd sort of Guildmaster. Although he is undoubtedly brilliant, he can also be a bit absent-minded, often forgetting things he really ought to remember, like locking the door when he leaves, or where his Guild Headquarters is. He especially enjoys history, which is why he became an explorer. Alakazam is kind to strangers and even kinder to his friends, but he has no shortage of wrath for those who earn it. He likes to have deep discussions with others and enjoys telling stories. Although he is very old, Alakazam's love of exploration has never faltered, and to this day he loves nothing more than exploring some deep, unknown ruins and making amazing discoveries. Explorers beware: if you get him started talking about adventure, chances are he won't stop for hours.

Brief History: Alakazam joined an Explorer's Guild when he was just an Abra. His best friend, Elekid, had been talking about it for days, and the two of them finally decided to join. They had a great many adventures together, and both grew stronger as time went on, eventually becoming Kadabra and Electabuzz. As time went on, their friendship grew stronger, as did their curiosity about the world around them. Their Guildmaster, a Machamp, warned them against going too far, as there were many things in the world that were too dangerous for them. Ignoring their master's caution, the two elected to set off on a private expedition of a place known only as "The Apex". Rumors abounded of this mysterious place. A treasure beyond imagination supposedly awaited anyone strong enough to reach the end of this mysterious place. Naturally, the pair couldn't keep away. So, they set off for The Apex.

It wasn't long after they arrived that they were already in over their heads. The area was filled with traps, puzzles, and all kinds of dangerous deterrents designed to keep Pokemon out. Still, at the time, the two of them were young and headstrong, and they pressed on regardless. Eventually, they arrived at a long bridge that spanned what appeared to be a bottomless chasm. As they began crossing, tired and beleaguered after the troubles behind them, they finally saw what appeared to be the end of the dungeon. Hope giving them newfound strength, they rushed ahead... only to foolishly walk right into another trap. The bridge collapsed on both sides, and it was all Kadabra could do to catch the piece they were standing on with his telekinetic powers before it too fell into the chasm. But it was just too heavy; he couldn't hold it for long, and they were still so far away from either side. Suddenly, he felt hands grab him. Electabuzz used Seismic Toss to hurl his best friend all the way to where the bridge had started. Kadabra landed hard, but he was alive. He turned quickly to try to grab Electabuzz, but it was too late. His best friend had fallen, and they would never meet again. Kadabra sat heartbroken, unable to move until he heard someone coming up behind him. He turned to find Machamp, who had gotten wind of the pair's plans and followed as fast as he could. He helped Kadabra out of the dungeon, knowing that no words or threats of discipline could ever teach the lesson that Kadabra had learned that day. They went home in silence, and Kadabra mourned for many days after.

Eventually, several years after Kadabra became Alakazam, Machamp took him back to The Apex, explaining that its true purpose was a test for any who felt themselves worthy enough of Mega Evolution, the legendary power that only a few in history had ever been able to obtain, including Machamp himself. Working together, they overcame the various traps and difficulties, and finally made it to the end, where Alakazam was able to acquire a Mega Evolution for himself. Before leaving, Alakazam used his new power to write an inscription in the wall: "In memory of all who must entrust their dreams to another, and in honor of those who live them." After a few more years, Alakazam said goodbye to Machamp and sailed far away. He remembered a small town he had once visited with Electabuzz, and the pair had thought it would be a good idea to one day form a Guild there. Alakazam still felt that way, and eventually, the Alakazam Explorer's Guild was formed.

Now, Alakazam spends his days as more of an advisor than an active explorer, though he still occasionally does get the urge to explore a place on his own. He has also taken note of the strange happenings in the world today, and when he is not running the guild, he sneaks off into the night to investigate these strange things.

Character Quirk: May sometimes fall asleep in the middle of conversation.

Guild Membership: Yes

Current Characters:
Alakazam (Guildmaster) - Stranger
Lucario (Zephyr) - Redwing
Grovyle (Growy) - TalijaKey
Quilava (Helios) - Penultimate_Pi
Breloom (Henry) - Crimson Flame
Noivern (Clarity/Clair) - WatermelonTango
Open slot

Fairy Tail: The Rising Darkness!

Okay, yes, I'll change Cooper to Cassandra later today.

Fairy Tail: The Rising Darkness!

If we don't get some females, I'll change Cooper into Cassandra.

Also, your character is cool, Demon. Pun totally intended. =D

Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: The Darkest Abyss

Excellent! Alright, give me a bit and I'll post the OOC.

Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: The Darkest Abyss

Sweet! Few more players and I'll set up an OOC.

Fairy Tail: The Rising Darkness!

Name: Cassandra Sylas

Age: 22

Gender: Female

Magic/s: Illusion Magic
Illusion Magic is the ability to seize and control in some way the five senses of another being. Although all five senses can be controlled, some are more difficult than others: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch, in order from easiest to hardest. While someone with a creative mind can make incredible use of this magic, it does have several drawbacks:
- Machines are not affected by it. This includes cameras and special equipment that might filter outside stimuli (mechanical masks, headphones, etc.), so someone who knows of this weakness can easily exploit it.
- If the person is aware of the illusion, it will not shatter, but it is still just an illusion.
- Though Cassandra can manipulate a person's sense of feeling, the concentration required means she can only do it to one person at a time (unlike sight, sound, or smell, which can affect multiple people at once), and she is usually unable to sense anything else around her while she uses this power.

Appearance: Cassandra

History:

Kinda long.

Cassandra was born with the ability for magic, but didn't become aware of her power until she was already three. She managed to sneak her way into the cookie jar (as all naughty toddlers are keen to) and helped herself to several of the sweet chocolate chip cookies. Suddenly, she heard her mother coming, so she quickly replaced the cookie jar lid and hopped off the counter. Her mother walked in on her mid-hop. She stomped over to the cookie jar, and Cassandra wished desperately that the jar would suddenly fill up with cookies. Her mother opened the lid, looked confused, then set it back in its place. She told Cassandra not to eat any cookies, then left the room in shock. Cassandra climbed back up and glanced inside the cookie jar; they were all there! Every cookie she had already eaten had magically made its way back into the cookie jar. Happily, she reached for the top-most cookie, only to have her hand pass right through it. After several failed attempts to take the phantom cookies, Cassandra finally gave up and went away. However, she puzzled over it for quite a while, and it was several days later that she finally arrived at the truth: she could use magic.

Cassandra was very careful to keep it a secret from her parents, who held strict anti-magic sentiments for reasons the young girl - to this day - never understood. She practiced her power in secret, but when she was eight, her parents finally caught her in the act. Things hit the fan, and after much shouting and threats of punishment, Cassandra finally decided to run away from home. Her parents didn't stop her, instead telling her not to come home until she was "rid of that foul magic for good!" However, after five years of honing it, Cassandra had really come to enjoy her power. Even if it meant losing her home and family, she chose that day to declare herself a wizard, and she didn't care who knew it. Eventually, things went her way.

She took up life as a wanderer, performing tricks to make money as she went. One day, she found a small group of wizards who were impressed by her magic talents. Looking back, they were technically part of a Dark Guild, but they were so small and so minor that no one would have considered them an actual threat to anyone. However, over time, that changed. They became "official": Gorgon's Fang. They started out as mere troublemakers, kids who would cause some havoc and run from the police that tried to catch them. Thanks to Cassandra's abilities, this became an even easier task than it had been for them. She was welcomed right away. Cassandra, for her part, was having the time of her life. While she didn't always feel right about what the gang was doing, she had a place where she belonged, and she could use her power freely. Unfortunately, that power went to her head. Even as a child, Cassandra was quite adept at using her abilities. As time went on, her abilities grew more and more destructive... as did her appetite. She started to revel in the chaos she was causing. She grew darker and darker inside, eventually becoming a monster. Her powers allowed her to bring people's greatest fears to life, and she used this power freely. Eventually, her friends gave her the title "Nightmare Demon", and the nickname slowly spread around. However, like all things, it eventually came to an end.

One day, Gorgon's Fang was rolling through a small town about 100 miles from Magnolia. An elderly man was selling some fine jewelry from a cart near the entrance, and much to his sad luck, he happened to hail the group down. The guild ransacked the cart, smashing the lesser pieces and taking the valuables for themselves. The old man pleaded with them not to do this, but the guild leader simply laughed and shoved him to the ground. As the group began to walk away, a little girl suddenly rushed up and stood to block their path. She demanded that they give back the jewelry and say that they were sorry. The guild burst out laughing; this girl couldn't have been more than five years old. Yet her eyes were resolute, and she insisted that they apologize for doing bad things. Finally, the guild leader had had enough. He stepped forward and lifted a large club, preparing to crush the little girl where she stood, but a sudden hand caught his wrist and stopped him. It was Cassandra. She told them all that she had no intention of harming an innocent girl, and they had no need to do so either. The leader shrugged her off, insisting that the little girl get what was coming to her. The rest of the guild agreed with him. The debate grew heated, and soon, violence was inevitable. Cassandra was the only one still standing after that, though her arm was broken and she was bleeding from several places. The rest of the guild lay bleeding on the ground, unconscious. Cassandra took the stolen jewelry from them, laid them before the old man, and muttered a quiet "Sorry." She then turned and walked away, leaving her old life behind her for the second time.

The events of that day had opened her eyes, so to speak. While she knew that what she and her "friends" had been doing was wrong, they'd never stooped to the level of killing an innocent child before. Cassandra removed the guild mark from her shoulder that night, and resumed a life of wandering and scrounging. It wasn't until several years later that she finally discovered Fairy Tail, and though she was suspicious of guilds, this one looked like the real deal. After a brief consideration, she finally decided to give it a try. She is now one of the newest members of Fairy Tail, though (as far as she knows) no one knows about her darker past. And she hopes it will stay that way.

Personality: Cassandra is a very go-with-the-flow kind of person, sometimes to the point of being downright lazy. However, she usually has a good spirit and will try to help her friends if they need her. Never one for the spotlight, she prefers to stay in the shadows or the rear, manipulating events while remaining unseen. She has an impressive intellect, but is rarely inspired enough to apply it to anything. When in battle, she prefers to toy with her opponents, using illusions and quick wit to mock and make fun of her enemy, angering them into a terrible mistake. If pressed, however, her skills in Illusion are very dangerous. Internally, she still struggles with the demon she used to be, and if a friend's life is ever threatened, she may find releasing it a better option than not...

Legend and Lore: In her many travels, Cassandra once heard of an interesting tale that actually motivated her to follow up on it. According to legend, there exists a mirror somewhere in this world that can show a person as they are. That is, the mirror reflects that person's soul, revealing their inner-most personalities and wishes for all who can view it to see. Though she has yet to uncover any promising leads, she has heard the story enough times that she believes it contains some truth, and she would one day like to see this mirror for herself.

Fairy Tail: Plot in the works.

Okay, no worries! I did my CS up there, though. I'll just repost it when you make the new thread.

Fairy Tail: Plot in the works.

I am so down for joining this. Do you want me to make a character sheet here, or wait til the actual thread opens up? I'm gonna put my CS here, but since I was last to sign up, I'll understand if I missed the deadline.

Also, Dark Make sounds like one of the coolest magics out there.

Name: Cooper Sylas

Age: 22

Gender: Male

Magic/s: Illusion Magic
Illusion Magic is the ability to seize and control in some way the five senses of another being. Although all five senses can be controlled, some are more difficult than others: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch, in order from easiest to hardest. While someone with a creative mind can make incredible use of this magic, it does have several drawbacks:
- Machines are not affected by it. This includes cameras and special equipment that might filter outside stimuli (mechanical masks, headphones, etc.), so someone who knows of this weakness can easily exploit it.
- If the person is aware of the illusion, it will not shatter, but it is still just an illusion.
- Though Cooper can manipulate a person's sense of feeling, the concentration required means he can only do it to one person at a time (unlike sight, sound, or smell, which can affect multiple people at once), and he is usually unable to sense anything else around him while he uses this power.

Appearance: Cooper
His favorite outfit is a white jacket over a black t-shirt, dull white pants, and black shoes. He also owns a pair of black fingerless gloves, but he only puts them on when he gets serious.

History:

Kinda long.

Cooper was born with the ability for magic, but didn't become aware of his power until he was already three. He managed to sneak his way into the cookie jar (as all naughty toddlers are keen to) and helped himself to several of the sweet chocolate chip cookies. Suddenly, he heard his mother coming, so he quickly replaced the cookie jar lid and hopped off the counter. His mother walked in on him mid-hop. She stomped over to the cookie jar, and Cooper wished desperately that the jar would suddenly fill up with cookies. His mother opened the lid, looked confused, then set it back in its place. She told Cooper not to eat any cookies, then left the room in shock. Cooper climbed back up and glanced inside the cookie jar; they were all there! Every cookie he had already eaten had magically made its way back into the cookie jar. Happily, he reached for the top-most cookie, only to have his hand pass right through it. After several failed attempts to take the phantom cookies, Cooper finally gave up and went away. However, he puzzled over it for quite a while, and it was several days later that he finally arrived at the truth: he could use magic.

Cooper was very careful to keep it a secret from his parents, who held strict anti-magic sentiments for reasons the young boy - to this day - never understood. He practiced his power in secret, but when he was eight, his parents finally caught him in the act. Things hit the fan, and after much shouting and threats of punishment, Cooper finally decided to run away from home. His parents didn't stop him, instead telling him not to come home until he was "rid of that foul magic for good!" However, after five years of honing it, Cooper had really come to enjoy his power. Even if it meant losing his home and family, he chose that day to declare himself a wizard, and he didn't care who knew it. Eventually, however, things went his way.

He took up life as a wanderer, performing tricks to make money as he went. One day, he found a small group of wizards who were impressed by his magic talents. Looking back, they were technically part of a Dark Guild, but they were so small and so minor that no one would have considered them an actual threat to anyone. However, over time, that changed. They became "official", including a name and tattoo: Gorgon's Fang. They started out as mere troublemakers, kids who would cause some havoc and run from the police that tried to catch them. Thanks to Cooper's abilities, this became an even easier task than it had been for them. He was welcomed right away. Cooper, for his part, was having the time of his life. While he didn't always feel right about what the gang was doing, he had a place where he belonged, and he could use his power freely. Unfortunately, that power went to his head. Even as a child, Cooper was quite adept at using his abilities. As time went on, his abilities grew more and more destructive... as did his appetite. He started to revel in the chaos he was causing. He grew darker and darker inside, eventually becoming a monster. His powers allowed him to bring people's greatest fears to life, and he used this power freely. Eventually, his friends gave him the title "Nightmare Demon", and the nickname slowly spread around. However, like all things, it eventually came to an end.

One day, Gorgon's Fang was rolling through a small town about 100 miles from Magnolia. An elderly man was selling some fine jewelry from a cart near the entrance, and much to his sad luck, he happened to hail the group down. The guild ransacked the cart, smashing the lesser pieces and taking the valuables for themselves. The old man pleaded with them not to do this, but the guild leader simply laughed and shoved him to the ground. As the group began to walk away, a little girl suddenly rushed up and stood to block their path. She demanded that they give back the jewelry and say that they were sorry. The guild burst out laughing; this girl couldn't have been more than five years old. Yet her eyes were resolute, and she insisted that they apologize for doing bad things. Finally, the guild leader had had enough. He stepped forward and lifted a large club, preparing to crush the little girl where she stood, but a sudden hand caught his wrist and stopped him. It was Cooper. He told them all that he had no intention of harming an innocent girl, and they had no need to do so either. The leader shrugged him off, insisting that the little girl get what was coming to her. The rest of the guild agreed with him. The debate grew heated, and soon, violence was inevitable. Cooper was the only one still standing after that, though his arm was broken and he was bleeding from several places. The rest of the guild lay bleeding on the ground, unconscious. Cooper took the stolen jewelry from them, laid them before the old man, and muttered a quiet "Sorry." He then turned and walked away, leaving his old life behind him.

The events of that day had opened his eyes, so to speak. While he knew that what he and his "friends" had been doing was wrong, they'd never stooped to the level of killing an innocent child before. Cooper removed the guild mark from his chest that night, and resumed a life of wandering and scrounging. It wasn't until several years later that he finally discovered Fairy Tail, and though he was suspicious of guilds, they looked like the real deal. After a brief consideration, he finally decided to give it a try. He is now one of the newest members of Fairy Tail, though (as far as he knows) no one knows about his darker past. And he hopes it will stay that way.

Personality: Cooper is a very go-with-the-flow kind of person, sometimes to the point of being downright lazy. However, he usually has a good spirit and will try to help his friends if they need him. Never one for the spotlight, he prefers to stay in the shadows or the rear, manipulating events while remaining unseen. He has an impressive intellect, but is rarely inspired enough to apply it to anything. When in battle, he prefers to play with his opponents, using illusions and quick wit to mock and make fun of his enemy, angering them into a terrible mistake. If pressed, however, his skills in Illusion are very dangerous. Internally, he still struggles with the demon he used to be, and if a friend's life is ever threatened, he may find releasing it a better option than not...

Legend and Lore: In his many travels, Cooper once heard of an interesting tale that actually motivated him to follow up on it. According to legend, there exists a mirror somewhere in this world that can show a person as they are. That is, the mirror reflects that person's soul, revealing their inner-most personalities and wishes for all who can view it to see. Though he has yet to uncover any promising leads, he has heard the story enough times that he believes it contains some truth, and he would one day like to see this mirror for himself.

Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: The Darkest Abyss

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