A cactus named Friend:Prophecy of The Blood Moon(Monsters of Etheria)

Chapter 8-Flames of Friendship

The bustling town square greeted Boxy, Coal, and Cole with a cacophony of sights and sounds as they made their way through the crowded streets. Despite the chaos around them, there was a sense of purpose in their steps as they headed towards the local bakery.

As they entered the quaint little shop, the aroma of freshly baked bread wafted through the air, mingling with the sweet scent of pastries and cakes. Behind the counter stood a friendly-looking Ovelin, her vibrant blue flames flickering gently as she greeted them with a warm smile.

"Welcome to Emblue's Bakery!" she exclaimed, her voice filled with warmth and cheer. "What can I get for you today?"

Boxy glanced around at the mouth-watering display of treats, his stomach rumbling in anticipation. "Everything looks so delicious!" he exclaimed, his eyes wide with excitement.

Coal and Cole shared a knowing smile as they approached the counter, their thoughts turning to their mission and the allies they sought to recruit. Emblue noticed the serious expressions on their faces and tilted her head curiously.

"Is everything alright?" she asked, her tone filled with concern. "You seem troubled."

Coal nodded, his gaze meeting Emblue's with a sense of determination. "We're on a quest to unite Etheria against a great evil," he explained, his voice steady. "We're looking for allies who are willing to stand with us in the face of danger."

Emblue listened intently, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. "I may just be a humble baker," she said, her voice tinged with determination, "but I'm not one to back down from a challenge. If you need someone to fight by your side, you can count on me."

Boxy's eyes lit up with excitement as he realized that they had found a new ally in their quest. With Emblue's fiery spirit and unwavering determination, they knew that they were one step closer to achieving their goal.

As they left the bakery, their hearts filled with hope and determination, Boxy couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude towards their new friend. With Emblue by their side, they were ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, knowing that together, they could overcome anything.

However, as they stepped out onto the bustling street, they were met with an unexpected sight. Descending from the sky above, a figure clad in armor landed squarely on top of Boxy, knocking him to the ground with a startled yelp.

"Hey, watch where you're going!" Boxy exclaimed, rubbing his sore head as he glanced up at the newcomer. To his surprise, it was Frosty, the champion Cryoball player from the finals earlier.

"Sorry about that," Frosty said, offering Boxy a hand up. "I couldn't help but overhear your conversation back there. You're on a quest to unite Etheria against a great evil, right?"

Boxy nodded, still a bit dazed from the unexpected collision. "Yeah, that's right. What's it to you?"

Frosty grinned, his eyes gleaming with determination. "I want in," he declared, his voice ringing with conviction. "I may be a Cryoball champion, but I'm not one to shy away from a fight. If you'll have me, I'd be honored to join your quest."

Boxy exchanged a surprised glance with Coal and Cole before breaking into a grin. "Welcome aboard, Frosty," he said, extending a hand. "With allies like you and Emblue, I have no doubt that we'll be able to defeat this great evil and save Etheria!"

And with that, the unlikely band of companions set off once more, their spirits lifted by the addition of two new allies and their hearts filled with hope for the challenges that lay ahead.