From Shattered to Mende

Chapter 10

Shadow, despite the weight of the situation, maintained a steely resolve. "We need to find Sonic, put an end to Phantom, Sato, and Crela's manipulation, and hopefully bring Sonic back from the dark path he's taken."

Tails nodded, though the weariness in his expression persisted. "But how do we do that? Sonic's power seems uncontrollable, and the Prism's influence is too strong."

Shadow, recognizing the challenge ahead, spoke with a determination that resonated through the cavern. "We'll start by tracking Sonic. Once we locate him, you four will try to talk to him... If it doesn't work... I have a backup plan."

Tails, though visibly fatigued, nodded in agreement.

The group, now faced with the daunting task ahead, rallied around Shadow's leadership. The destruction within the base served as a stark reminder of the consequences of inaction.

Hidden within the shadows, Ravens, the enigmatic counterpart of Shadow, observed the group with a keen gaze. His crimson eyes lingered on Shadow, a sigh escaping his lips as he processed the unfolding events.

Stepping away from the group, Ravens sought the solace of the darkness as he rendezvoused with two other counterparts of Shadow, Shol and Twyfel. The air crackled with tension as they exchanged glances, each harboring their own concerns.

"Shol... Twyfel," Ravens spoke with a sense of urgency, "it is time."

Twyfel, the more skeptical of the two, voiced his reservations. "Are you sure? I mean, you are not..."

Ravens cut him off sharply, a sternness in his tone. "Twyfel, shut it!"

"All I am saying is... Are you ready to fight against your own brother?" Twyfel persisted, concern etched in his features.

"Phantom... He's gone," Ravens declared, the weight of the situation evident in his words. "He's lost. It's our duty to act."

Twyfel, despite his skepticism, couldn't ignore the gravity of Ravens' words. "Ravens, you can save him," he urged, emphasizing the bond between the counterparts.

Ravens, however, shook his head with a bitter resolve. "Save him for what?! Did you hear Shadow? My own brother is manipulating Sonic! His own counterpart! We can't stand idly by while chaos unfolds. It's time to confront the inevitable and do what needs to be done."

As Ravens steeled himself for the challenging path ahead, the trio of Shadow counterparts stood at the crossroads, facing a decision that would forever alter the course of their intertwined destinies.

Meanwhile, Sonic stood at the iconic Green Hill, a place that held countless memories of his adventures. The vibrant landscapes seemed to shimmer with an otherworldly energy, a stark contrast to the turmoil within Sonic's conflicted mind.

"Phantom, Sato, and Crela, do you have any ideas for me?" Sonic questioned, his eyes fixated on the territory he sought to control.

Phantom stepped forward with a confident smirk. "Use the Prism energy," he suggested, a mysterious glint in his eyes.

Sonic, still uncertain of the newfound power within him, hesitated. "I don't know how."

Sato chimed in, his tone encouraging, "Just think about what you want to do and let the power do the rest. The Prism responds to your desires."

Crela, with a subtle smirk, added, "It's about shaping the world according to your will, Sonic. Embrace the possibilities that lie within the Prism's energy."

Sonic, grappling with the conflicting influences, took a deep breath and focused on Green Hill before him. Closing his eyes, he tried to channel the energy within, attempting to tap into the mysterious force that resonated with his desires.

As Sonic concentrated, the air around him shimmered with the vibrant hues of the Prism's energy. Slowly, the landscape began to respond to his unspoken commands, bending and reshaping under the influence of Sonic's newfound power.

Phantom, Sato, and Crela observed with triumphant satisfaction as Sonic, under the Prism's sway, began to exert control over Green Hill. The very fabric of reality seemed to warp and twist, bending to Sonic's will.

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As Shadow and the others resumed their search for Sonic, a disconcerting sensation rippled through the ground beneath their feet. The once-stable terrain began to undulate, prompting the group to pause and exchange puzzled glances.

Nine, visibly shaken, cast a fearful gaze at the shifting ground and turned to Shadow. "Sonic is doing this..."

Shadow, recognizing the unsettling signs, nodded with a somber understanding. "He is doing the same thing you were doing..."

The realization hung heavily in the air. The ground tremors mirrored the chaotic reality manipulation that Nine had once engaged in, a power now wielded by Sonic under the Prism's influence.