American Tragedy
That night I slept well. I dreamt about the family i saw in my dreams. I couldn't wait to meet my brothers.
I woke up to the smell of Alex cooking. I ran downstairs and skidded to a halt at the bottom of the stairs.
I looked at the six new people in my house. I recognized three as the boys from my dream. The other three girls i did not recognize.
Alex smiles, "so i made a few calls last night, we agreed to start your training here and now. Your brothers are still learning as well but they'll be good for you to practice with. Allow me to introduce you all," she says, "Allistor," the tallest red head boy stands, he looks about 25 or so. "Sean," the boy with blue eyes stands, he looks about 23. "And Collin," the youngest stands. "This is Arthur, your little brother."
Allistor was the first to approach me. He had a cigarette dangling from his mouth. He smiled at me, "it's good to see you again baby brother," he says as he hugs me.
I smile and hug back, "it's nice to meet you."
The others follow a little cautiously.
Alex sighs softly, "there is no reason to be frightened. I did raise him but he's not evil."
A tall, beautiful, blonde walked over, "i am Angelina, i took care of Collin," she said.
"Angelina is the half angel, hence her beauty," alex says.
The next one, a medium height girl with bright blue hair smiled, "i am Marina, i took care of Sean," she says.
"Marina is the Faerie, an elemental to be precise."
"And I'm Elizabeth," the last said, her jet black hair in a high ponytail. "I raised the little shit called Allistor."
Alex sighs softly and rubs her temples, "and I'm the supposed evil one..." she mumbles.
I waved to all three of them.
Alex sighed and set out plates. Each of us had something different. Allistor carelessly tossed a bloodbag to Elizabeth.
I sat down and ate silently while the others fought.
Alex walked over to me and handed me a journal, "this belonged to my mother, she kept track of all kinds of magical creatures in it. Here you'll learn how to spot different kinds of creatures with ease and how to fight them should they pose a threat," she said. "Once you get this down we'll start with your magic, alright?" She says.
I nod and open the old, worn out journal. I began to read in peace as i ate. After everyone finished eating i stood up to go do dishes.
I watched as Allistor and Alex walked outside. I looked out the window as i did the dishes.
Alex smirked at the red head and her body glowed softly. When the glow faded i saw her in a navy blue backless, sleeveless, dress. On her back were black wings so dark that they looked like holes in the earth.
Allistor looked unfazed as his hands glowed a soft blue. A long sword formed in his hands.
Alex formed a pair of swords in a similar manor. I watched as they fought. She occasionally said something, i assumed she was telling him what he was doing wrong.
When i had finished dishes i walked outside to watch them better.
Allistor had a few small scratches on his arms and face where as Alex had none.
Allistor seemed tired. Alex's weapons vanished, "you're getting much better, had i been a lesser being you would have killed me with ease," she said.
Allistor smiled at her praise, "thank you, i was hoping you could take on one of your missions with you..." he asked.
Her eyes sparkled as she went back to her normal appearance, jeans and shirt, "i don't see why not, i happen to be tracking a nephiliam. Sneaky bastard has been killing several people. In broad daylight too."
He seems ecstatic, "so you mean it? I can actually help!?"
"I don't see why not, I'd like to see what you can do when you aren't holding back," she says.
He nods, "i won't disappoint you."
"I know you won't."
I smile as i lean on the wall.
Alex smiles at me, "ready for a lesson about demons?" She says.
I nod.
She smiles and transforms again, "first thing you need to understand. The color of clothing determines their power type. Dark blue, like mine, is water and sound. Acid green, like your brother here, is weapons. Dark green is summoning and conjuring. Blood red is mind control. Black is terror magic. Terror magic makes you see and experience your worst fears."
I nod in understanding, mentally taking notes.
"Now, size and color of wings determine strenght. The darker the wings the more powerful. The larger the wings, the more power they posses. My wings are both dark and large, my demon parent was a higher up. To defeat a demon you need to play their weakness. Yoy watched us fight, what was i mostly doing?"
I re-played the fight in my head, "blocking his attacks when they got close to you."
"Very good, your observation skills will cone in handy in a fight. All demons gave an Achellies heal. Mine is my body. I am physically weak. Enough hits to me and I'm down. But i posses speed and grace which i use to avoid attacks. Other demons have different weaknesses. Your brother is strong, but slow and easily tired. So he tries to end the fight quickly using brute strength."
I nod as i listen.
"Now angels are another story, for them the more white they have, the more powerful they are. The size of their wings determines the type of Angel. Larger wings show a higher status. Guardian angels usually have small wings while arch angels have large wings. The color of the tips of the wings show their power type. The more feathers with that color the more powerful. Light blue is ice. Gold is creation. Silver is influence. Pure white is fire. Pink is music."
I nod.
"Now, you will have a demon and an angel wing once they form. Be careful when using your magic, you only have a limited supply."
I nod and smile, "alright."
"Now one last thing, you posses a thing we call the 'Sight'. you can see any magical creature. But most of us use a glamor to hide ourselves. I will show you how to do that soon. To find a demon, Angel, nephil, or seraph, look at their eyes. Demons or Nephil will have a red or black tint to them. Angels or Seraph will have a gold or blue tint."
Allistor looks at me, "and if one sees you and looks like he's gonna attack, run. Don't try to fight him because he will easily kill you."
Alex nods, "always keep this on you, it's enchanted to help you detect those who wish to hurt you. It also transforms into a weapon best suited for your skills. This weapon will allow you to disable or kill anyone who hurts you. Trust it, it will not let you down. And keep a good grip on it."
I nod as i look at the wand like object.
Alex smiles, "say 'lega dol ayst'"
I nod and repeat her words. The wand becomes a sword similar to the one Alex held, only longer.
"Hold it with two hands," Allistor says, "position your feet about a half meter apart and bend your elbows toward your knees. That is your resting stance. Aim low, if you can take out legs or arms do so. That way they can't fight back. The sword should know what attacks would work best. Trust it."
I nodded in understanding and looked at the blade.
"Say 'kana col il'"
I do so and it becomes the wand like thing again.
Alex smiles at me, "you'll do wonderful things for this world. I know it."
Angelina was staring at me, i could have sworn she was glaring at me...
Alex smiles and waves to Angelina.
She gives a sweet smile in return.
I walk back in the house and sit with Collin and Sean. They seemed to be quizzing each other.
"What's the difference between a Faerie and a fairy?" Collin asked.
"Faeries have two different types and are usually more human in appearance. They don't have wings but their eyes are usually strange colors like violet and pink," Sean responds. "Fairies have many different types and most are no bigger than about six inches. Their wings are about two or three inches bigger than themselves."
"What's the difference between a Fairy and a pixie?"
"Fairies are usually helpful and kind. Pixies are tricksters and don't like sweets."
"Good job," Collin says and puts his book down. "Bonus question, how do ya tell an evil Faerie from a good Faerie?"
"Good faeries usually are soft spoken and shy. Evil ones usually think highly of themselves and like to show off."
I smiled as i listened to their questions and answers. Picking up what i could from their conversations.
Marina and Elizabeth were fighting.
"Just because you can control water doesn't mean you're amy better than me!" Elizabeth growls.
"You are a lowlife blood-sucker. A creation of the demons for amusement. nothing more," Marina said calmly.
"Now now, can we not fight please? It's not good for the children," Angelina says.
Elizabeth growls and storms off.
Marina huffs and strides away.
Alex sighs, "i swear... your parents had weird taste in friends..."
I chuckle softly, "i guess so..."
Alex smiles, "come on, I'm taking you to meet a few friends of mine. I think you'll enjoy it."
"Alright, but what about that thing you have to do with Allistor?" I ask.
"Oh, you're coming too. And after I'll take you to meet my friends."
"Why am i going?"
"Because this particular nephil happens to go to your school."
I raise an eyebrow, "who?"
"You'll see."
And see i did.
Allistor carelessly swung his sword at the door to the warehouse. The chain falling to the ground in a clatter.
Alex easily slid the door open. Her wings looking even blacker than the dark warehouse.
Allistor's black wing was almost as dark as Alex's. His clothes a bright green. His large, white wing, had silver tips.
I heard a laugh, "so... you've come to me eh? Nice to know I'm so loved," a familiar voice said.
A person landed on their feet in front of us. His medium, dark grey wings fluttered in annoyance. "I figured you'd come looking for me, and look! You brought my favorite toy to play with once I've finished you two off!" The red head boy smirked. His baseball bat with rusted, or maybe they were blood covered, nails embedded in it. His jet black aviator sunglasses sat on the top of his head.
I took a step back for Allen as he stepped closer.
Alex held a blade to his throat, "Allen Foster Jones. You stand before me accused of killing five nephil, sixteen faeries, and about thirty humans. What do you have to say?"
"Bastards deserved it. Shouldn't have come into my territory," Allen said with a smirk.
"Your sentance is death. Any last words before i send ypu back to your father?"
"Fuck you," he said.
Alex shrugged, "He's all yours Allistor," She says.
Allistor smiled and embedded his sword into Allen's chest. He faded away.
Allistor's sword and wings vanished.
I stood there, trembling a little.
Alex gently rubbed my back, "you ok?" She asks.
I nod, "yes..I'm alright."
I still didn't tell her what happened. But by the look in her eyes... she knew...
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