I have copied the start from someone else's story please don't kill me as I have changed it massively thank you don't post on this thread look for the feedback one thank you The Mercenary Chapter 1 I am a mercenary and this is my story. It is full of hardships, pain and suffering. The best place to start would be my guild. It was my home, but no all ways so here goes. My name is not important, but my mother and fathers were to me. My father was a farmer and my mother helps where she can. We sold what we grew and ate whatever was leftover. One day two men wanted to talk to my father and they went down a alley. all I remember is the blood everywhere. My mother went to find my farther only to find a dead body against the wall. He was stabbed to death for a few coins. That was my first experience of death. Life continued... When I reached the age of 7 in my last year of school some men came to watch our sport lesson. I was always the best in sport I was the fastest, strongest and the most gifted in swordplay. A week after the men came to our house. My sister only 6 answered the door. She was dead before i could hear the screams. Swept aside like a paper bag. My mother tried to stop them from taking me, she even offered her body to them. They wouldn't listen, she was murdered infront of my eyes. All that blood, the innocent people that died, all swept aside like dirt. Chapter 2 I was dragged outside and watched as they lit my home, the house burned down within minutes and soon all that was left was the small pile of ashes and the smell of smoke. I fought the men as they pulled me onto the carriage. One of them sprayed me with something and I don't remember what happened untill we reached the guild. Built into the side of a mountain was the guild with large oak doors and gleaming handles. As I was pulled away from the carriage I realised I wasn't alone. Their were other children all around the age of 6 or 7 all being dragged and pulled from different carriages. All of them looked frightened by what was to come. We were rushed inside into a big, open hall where they called out our names. One by one they were called, when you were called you moved out of the line. You moved with another child. These two children would be a pair. They would eat, sleep and fight together. After half the children had been called my name was mentioned, I stepped forward nervously. Then the guild master announced "Zarko, Danni" She was the only girl in the group. After their names had been called out, a guild mercenary took them to their room.
The Mercenary Chapter 3 Inside the room were two beds, a wardrobe, some small chairs and a table. In the back was a toilet and shower. The room had no windows so a candle was lit in the corner. This room was more like a prison cell rather than a home. Danni quickly jumped onto one of the beds and began unpacking her things. So I took the other bed and unpacked. It was strange as I didn't remember seeing any of my things brought to the guild as a matter of fact I don't remember anything at all. Danni was the first to speak while we waited for our training master. "Hi, my names Danni" she proclaimed as she thrust her hand out. "My names not important" I didn't want to speak to her shunting her company. After what seemed an eternity our training master showed up and took us to the dining hall. Pairs of children were already here chatting, I sat in the corner avoiding everyone. More and more pairs walked in slowly the dining hall filled up until the the master walked in. "You will now advance to the training area more information will be given when the test begans" Slowly everyone shuffled out into the corridor. It was obvious me and Danny didn't get along as she was talking to her friends at the front while I sulked at the back. We trained, ate and slept together because we had to, not for a reason. This worked best because we had no emotional bonds which held other pairs back. We reached the training area, where we were told to fight other pairs. Who ever won received a prize. Me and Danni weren't the best fighters in the world, but we were the best thinkers. We used our brains more than body to eliminate other pairs. Soon their was only me and Danni against one other pair... Chapter 4 It was obvious that they were skilled as a large pile of bodies had amounted behind them. They charged at us, but only went for Danni believing her to be the weakest, meanwhile I snuck around so they were trapped. I stabbed the first one through the heart and Danni cut the others neck while he was looking at his partners horror. We smiled at our accomplishment, The prize was two new books, one was about other guilds and the larger book was on modern warfare strategies. "You fought well Danni" I said triumphantly "Thanks, you to" she replied glumly. I could tell she wasn't happy so I stayed silent while we walked back to our room. The next day... From then on we learned horse riding, archery, thief skills, history, foreign languages and about guilds. I learned that this guild was one of the smallest of its kind. With only 16 members it was a good achievement to do anything. Danni and me got more friendly towards each other. Well after spending all that time together it would have that effect. Time passed quickly in the guild when it was finally my 16th birthday I realised I had spent 9 years in the same 3 rooms everyday. It was the day we were both released from the guild. You could leave at the age of 16, but had to wait for your partner. Danni had turned 16 already 5 months she had waited for me to turn 16. She got moody all the time and real annoyed of the boredom as her lessons had finished. She passed her exams with flying colours. I finished with a reasonable score, but didn't really care I was free at last, free to do what I wanted.
Chapter 5 Now we were deadly, accomplished and helpless. As we may have become mercenaries, but the guild left us with nothing, except from the air that we breath an the clothes on are back. So we travelled down towards to nearest town, looking for provisions and A contract. As we reached the bottom, a small village came into view. We set course toward the town, but our eyes deceived us. The town was at least another days walk away. To add to the mess we realised that we were in bandit forest. We set up camp in a clearing they found about half a mile away from the path. We had no tents, food or water. So we made a fire, went hunting and came back with a nice deer. The head was a bit smashed as we used stones to kill. It would have been much easier with a bow. They ate slowly, not even talking as the meal was so delicious, the guild didn't give good food ever. The whole 9 years we had both been their we felt starved and tired. This night was different, Danni laid traps around the camp letting us know if anyone was sneaking up on us. So we put out the fire and I fell into a deep and mesmerising sleep this was the first time I had a full nights rest. Chapter 6 One of the traps snapped, WHOOP, a bandit was about 10ft in the air dangling on a precarious vine. The other bandits noticed this and watched their step, but about 2 others meet the same fate. When they reached the middle of the camp, we had gone, we had left as soon as the first trap went off. We weren't too far away though, only in some bushes about 20 yards to the north of the smelly brute that had invaded our camp. He was at least 6 foot with only his mouth showing from his mask, his teeth were a mess with most of them missing. We hoped they would leave, but these were bandits were talking about. They sorted through everything top to bottom. Then I realised I had left my bag with our supplies about 5 yards away. But I could reach it, I grabbed hold of the bag, but i didn't see the bandit rushing toward me with sword in hand. I sprinted at him not really thinking this through. He had swing for my head, I dodged effortlessly. He continued trying to hit me, launching a frenzied attack, Soon the odds were against me, with all the other bandits joining the fight. I had one option. I ducked and weaved under all the bandits and yelled for Danni. I sprinted towards a tree and climbed it with speed. Adrenaline pumping I watched as the bandits made a slow, but sure ascent. Danni meanwhile had gone to the main road and soon found the bandits horses. She grabbed as much as she could carry of weapons, food and water. Then she sprinted and hide the lot in a bush. She ran back to me with a sword and shield, I had no idea where she got them from, until I saw the emblem, the bandit emblem, she had taken the bandits provisions. So I knew I could now fight, I jumped from the tree, landing yards away from a cliff, I didn't see the edge at all until you were up close. Two bandits ran at me, while three battles Danni at the same time. I wrong-sided one of the bandits and he went flying off the cliff edge. The other stopped in front of me sword raised ready for me. I charged at him, I hit him square in the chest, punching repeatedly I broke one of his ribs. He was now wounded and he knew it. He lay his sword on the ground and prepared for death, but this bandit had impressed me. He fought well and had the honour of surrendering. I let him live on one condition "you take us to the town and make sure no other bandits cross our path or you die" "yes sir, now follow me" We checked the body's for anything use full, medicines and weapons were the only things they had. Danni had amassed a nice collection of cuts and bruises, but the three bandits laid dead on the floor, we piled there body's up and burned them. When we turned round, the bandit was gone...
Chapter 7 Their were tracks leading out of the clearing. we followed them until we came to the main road where we found two horses all ready to go. Before we left Danni went to find the supplies she had taken. I picked the sword I wanted (a short sword) and she used the same sword she already had, but also took a bow with about 8 arrows as most were broken in half. As we set off the road split into two one said "Mansion" and the other said "Aveli" we picked the left one and continued on our way. We reached a small path going down below the cliff, we guessed the town was built into the cliff as protection. We could see ships going in and out of the port. Mostly they were fishing boats, but their were the odd treasure or war gallons that arrived. Their was a note left on a sign which read: To Guild mercenaries Hope you found the path, and don't worry this is the safest path I know of. I will spread your guilds name where ever I go Your loyal servant Keith The letters were scribbled, but readable. It looked like a three year old had written it. With that I immediately asked how he knew which guild we were from to Danni. "well, for one theirs only one guild in this region and they all have their own fighting styles, so he must have fought others from our guild" I thought this over in my head, thinking he may have killed innocent people and I let him go... This thought trailed in my head all afternoon. When I finally stopped daydreaming, we ha reached the towns gates. Their were hundreds of guards, all in red uniforms, it looked like they were prepared for war. As we approached, a guard questioned us on what we where doing, why and just simple questions really. We entered the city, the main attraction was the massive fountain made of gold, but all the shops around it were rundown which dominated the scene. As we progressed further into the town, the buildings slowly looked more Magnificat and beautiful. Their were still thieves and beggars, but they were hard to find in the upper part of the town. We found a inn which we bought a room, it wasn't brilliant. Two beds, a bathroom and a table with a chair. A foul smell originated from the corner. They quickly fell asleep for the travelling had made them exhausted. Nighttime enveloped the town. Chapter 8 The next morning... As I awoke, I could tell Danni wasn't their, instead a note was left on her pillow. Gone to find a contract for us, meet at the inn at 1:00 sharp. Danni So I had a free day to my self, I got dressed, grabbed my gear and looking around the Market place. I saw lots of unusual items like a short mechanical item which could shoot balls, they looked like pebbles, but smooth and rounded. I was tempted to buy one, until I realised I had no money. I asked the man how much it was and I received a evil glare with a twinkle when he thought of his devilish plan. Before he could utter a word, I was yanked from the stall and thrown onto a horse, what was happening?? I looked at the rider, it was Danni, she looked almost outraged, but was couldn't quite pull it off. "No time to explain, have you got your sword?" I quickly replied nodding my head. We raced back up the path which we arrived down, we then travelled back up the road where there was a split, this time we headed toward the mansion. As we neared the building, we noticed the doors were wide open and the whole building was the size of al least three big ships put together. Chapter 9 We stopped just outside the mansion, creeping inside like a spider. We checked all the rooms - nothing. Danni went upstairs while I looked at the basement. I opened the door and it badly needed oiling, scratch marks were all the way down the stairs into the basement. Their was another door which had a large gapping hole in the bottom, the door fell off its hinges when I gave it a little push, revealing a armoury and supply room. I guessed that a rich person lived here, as their was every weapons you could think of even one of those pebble shooters underneath were was the writing "pistol" I thought to myself "take it", but then I heard it. Their was a purring in the background. I didn't hear at first as I was concentrating on something else. Now I could hear it plain as day. I slowly turn around, only to be confronted by a fearsome beast. It looked like a massive cat, or small lion, but either way I knew it was dangerous. I ran up the stairs to get out, it was locked, I had to face the monster. The only thing was, it was gone. I edged back down the stairs to find Danni fighting the creature. I ran in to the battle, and immediately the monster knew it could not win, with no exit we showed no mercy. Danni chopped it's head off while I went for the heart. It was dead In seconds another kill that could be add to my tally of the dead. We searched the mansion, even more, a nasty lingering smell came from one room we didn't want to look in that one. there was dining halls, training areas, rooms and even a Library. We headed back to the town...
Chapter 10 2 hours later... I woke from my sleep, to find my self at the inn. I was changed and bloodstained sheets were stuffed in the corner. Then Danni walked into the room, she noticed I had awoken and rushed over to me. Hugging me so tightly I nearly chocked. She started babbling about the monster, some mayor and property. She explained "Whe got back to the city and then you passed out on the horse, so I dragged you back here. By the way, How much do you weigh? It felt like a ton" I didn't like this conversation, but I had to know what happened. Danni continued "well, I reached the inn and the men helped me take you into our room. They changed you, and told me they found a tooth in your leg" I guessed that the monster's teeth had poison and it made the victim pass out. She followed on "the monster was a Leoion, the mayor of Aveli gave us the contract, the pay was good, but the prize was even better" "He gave us the mansion, the one with all the rooms, remember!!" she excitedly clapped her hands "how could I forget, that thing nearly killed me" I said glumly. Then the door creaked open again. A man entered, he was short and stumpy with weedy little arms. He was carrying a tray of food with a bottle of mead. "here's some food its the best I can do for now, hope you guys are ok" he left as quickly as he had came. I wolfed down the cheese and proceeded onto the bread. The wine washed down the meal, I suddenly felt much stronger. After talking for most of the day, me and Danni fell asleep only to be woken the next morning by the innkeeper. He woke Danni and soon came over to me. "A guard as come looking for you two so get dressed and get out their sharp" he left the room, I changed and exited the room. I waited for Danni to dress, message to all men WOMEN TAKE AGES TO CHANGE. After at least 10 minutes I decided to enter the room. Only to find Danni half naked half clothed. She screamed at me to get out. I could tell the guard was getting frustrated as yelling had erupted outside. Another 5 minutes passed and finally Danni walked out and down the to the inn door. I got up to leave with her, all I got was a evil glare and the silent treatment. The guard immediately made us follow him. He was leading us to the castle within the town... Chapter 11 The castle was the grandest building in the whole of the town with golden pillars and colourful windows, the whole area was crawling with people. The guard barged through all of them and started climbing the steps. We quickened our pace to keep up with the guard, he was already at the top while we were only half way. He waited for us and then we continued. Passing more guards and pushing through doors. We reached a massive, golden hallway stretching towards another door with a wonderfully illustrated image of a flag, two daggers and a shield. The guard spoke softly "your late, just go into the next room down the hall, the mayor wants to see both of you" and he left without saying anything else. We ran to the door and burst inside, the mayor looked surprised and annoyed at the same time. He spoke with a sense of importance. "I summoned both of you here, just to tell you that the mansion is yours and to thank you for killing that beast" "no problem, now I believe there was a payment as well?" I asked. " argh, yes, on the table over their afterwards you may leave". We grabbed the bag and left without another word.
Chapter 12 2 months after... "Come on garth, try harder, Sophie you're slacking you would dead by now for slacking" keith yelled "But..." garth stopped fighting to look and then his opponent, Sophie, quickly took advantage finishing the fight with a crushing blow on garth's head. "that's what happens when you complain Garth and Sophie well done for taking the opportunity" Keith smiled and they proceeded towards the mansion. "I would have beaten you this time Sophie, just I lost concentration" garth was protesting after all he was beaten by a girl. "Hey, it was your own fault, you shouldn't have responded to Keith Thats why you lost to a girl, but Girls are better than boys I guess" she responded with the upmost annoying voice. "Grrr... I'll get you tomorrow" they had been fighting for two days, and the Keith their guild trainer had become used to it. Until Sophie went to far, she picked up some dirt and had thrown it into garth's face, the blood running down his face was a good indicator that something was wrong. Keith turned round to see garth on the floor, out cold, Sophie was rocking his body, no response, the rock on the floor was covered in blood, garish blood. "HOW DID THIS HAPPEN!!!" he sprinted over and launched garth's body onto his shoulders and suddenly ran towards the mansion. Sophie followed knowing she would be in trouble. When she reached the mansion their was yelling and screaming coming from the medical room. Sophie passed the door and saw garth on the table. Danni and Keith were arguing. She walked in and they turned to her with frightening speed. "WHAT DID YOU DO???" Danni roared Sophie explained what happened and how the rock was hidden inside the dirt she had thrown. " Thank you for being honest, you're lucky he only has a broken nose it could have been so much worse" Danni smiled while Keith left the room. "Men, who wants them"she chuckled at her own joke. "I didn't mean to hurt him" she confessed. "I know, it's fine, we can fix him up" Danni then proceeded to take the dirt out of the wound, "what's your name then?" Danni asked. "I'm Sophie and this is garth" hastily adding they were new. "Argh, so your the new recruits don't worry you'll learn" the bleeding had stop on garth's face. "yer, this is a new guild isn't it" Sophie asked Danni replied with a confused look on her face "Yes, I thought you knew this?" "well no, both of us missed the starting ceremony as we ran into some trouble" "you're the ones that went through bandit forest that was stupid, but I like stupid people as they learn faster" she smiled and left the room. Chapter 13 Danni walked into my room, telling me everything that had happened. I listened intently to her every word. I knew starting my own guild would be hard, but me and Danni thought we could do it. For the last two months we had tracked down Keith, the bandit we let go and helped us reach the town. Then I went and searched for children with talent from the local towns and villages, just like the men that watched me when I was young. My guild was different though, Danni and me didn't slaughter everyone or train the kids to become mindless killers. Our guild treated everyone one with respect and honour, by asking the parents and the child if they wanted to become a mercenary. We didn't get many volunteers, but children are easily persuaded by the mentioning of freedom and no rules. Our guild was different. Keith had gladly accepted our idea, saying he should help people instead of killing for a living. We only had two students at the moment, but four more were traveling to the guild that day. Danni and I went to see how garth was doing when we arrived at the medical room he was awake and talking to Sophie. As garth and Sophie were partners it made sense. They looked like a younger copy of me and Danni at their age, but more talkative and friendly to each other. Sophie was the first to speak "I have said sorry, but mr idiocy over here doesn't remember anything" garth rolled his eyes, a large cheesy grin on his face. "just don't act like idiots again or punishment might be needed now go to your room, both of you" I ordered They silently shuffled out of the room, when they had disappeared down the hallway, Danni sighed. "explain what's wrong" I said "well, I wish we were like that from the beginning, their like the perfect pair made for each other completely" Danni paced up and down the room. "well it just shows we're good at our jobs then as guild masters we're in charge and have picked the best students for each other, come on lets sleep" I took her by the arm and lead her to the stairs.
I thank oddlyousawme for this idea and the starting, please spare some time to read his version thank you
Chapter 14 Guild war Their was a big war, all the guilds died, the world was in chaos and the world was destroyed. Endless fighting occured and their was no winner until a hero appeared and stopped the fighting. The End
Next post on quite short as Im in a rush... The next day... "Up, get up now" Keith commanded "What?!?" Garth grumbled back, falling out of bed onto the shiny planks below, Keith rolled his eyes at Garth and carried on to Sophie, who was still snoring loudly in bed. "GET UP LAZY!!!" Roared Keith "WOAH... BEAUTY SLEEP, GIRLS NEED IT, GOD, MEN!" Sophie replied "Hey, Laying down here, little help?" Garth asked "Why are you on the floor?" Said Sophie as she help Garth up and Garth scowled at Keith. "Ah, grumpy got you too?" She laughed and Garth burst out in hysterics with Keith going red in the face. "Right, for that it's cleaning first, that should straighten you out for yesterday and war strategy will be after" Keith promptly left the room, leaving the laughing children behind. Danni open her dreary eyes from the dreamworld and set eyes upon the ceiling of her bed, thinking about how hard this would be and what she would gain. Power, Respect, Revenge. Danni then felt a nudge by her ankles and turned over to see me staring into her deep pools for eyes and whispered softly "You don't remember do you? Last night, we... er... Got drunk... And... Well... You know... Things lead to another and well, we both ended up here" I smiled weakly trying to foretell the coming storm from her wrath, but she gently kissed me. This would be a start to a flourishing relationship, only I wish I knew before that she had feelings for me and i should have said something before, but now their was no barriers between us, we were a team, physically and now mentally.