Knight Thunder

Millions of light years away from our own Galaxy is the Immortal Universal Alliance of Galaxia. Located in the heart of the Universe on the border between the light and the dark sits Castle Camden on the planet kingdom of Karadonia. Majestic towers of light and dark spiral miles into the air. Upon the towers, the banners of the royal house of Camden flutter in a light breeze. On a day when the winds are strong, the proud emblem of an ancient bloodline shows the colors boldly for all to see. For countless centuries, the elders of Galaxia were the guardians of peace and justice as well as the protectors of the powers that brought the universe to life. But soon a decision had to be made for the future of their worlds. For the elders had been called to come to the time where they had to transfer their powers to a younger generation of warriors as well as Guardian Knights. The traditions of guarding and protecting the universe from evil was to be handed down to these specially trained warriors. Phaedra, the Queen of Galaxia sat in the heart of the prayer chamber in deep thought and meditation with the mysterious universal creator known to them only as Jehovah. The council was going to be put on another mission, she could feel it.

"I am aware of your worries, Phaedra, but there is nothing to fear," Jehovah applied. "With the overrun of evil in the universe, the time has come for the next generation of fighters, defenders and protectors."

"These new warriors, will they not be our children?" Queen Phaedra asked, "I do not understand. I thought our children were going to pick up where we left off when the time was right by your calculations."

"Evil has spread throughout the galaxy," Jehovah replied. "I can not interfere with this directly, but I can indirectly. We have to spread the power of the light just as fast. You and the other Guardians will continue on as advisers and guidance, but you must be careful in all that you do after the changes have been made."

"We will do as you command, Mighty One," Phaedra said. "We will not fail you or your plan for the future. I am ready to take in what you want done and relay it to the others." In the heart of Castle Phantos, in the chamber of decisions sat the council of elders in crystalline seats in the shape of eggs though hollow on one side. Dressed in shimmering robes with golden embroidery, the council waited for the supreme elder to make her grand appearance. She was a woman of great wisdom and charisma who had single-handedly brought many solar systems together into the I.U.A.G. The council looked upon her expectantly as she entered the room with her adviser, a young woman cloaked in white carrying a large platinum book engulfed in eldritch runes of power. The council looked upon her as she took her seat and saw a woman who spent many sleepless nights searching for an elusive answer to a great problem. She appeared tired, her appearance was somewhat unkempt as she sagged in her seat. Worry lines marred her beautiful face and her eyes were bloodshot. Members of the council looked at each other questioningly. She stood up letting her eyes linger on each member. "I am relieved that all of you were able to get here on such short notice for this major emergency meeting," she announced. "I realize that it is late and you are all wondering why I called you here."

"The thought had crossed our minds, Your Majesty," Kaelar of Ethernia replied. "We all received your missive bearing your personal seal calling us to attend an emergency meeting. It sounds very important."

"It is very serious I am afraid," Phaedra concurred. "For centuries, we have been the guardians of peace and justice, but we are not as young as we used to be. As you are all aware, by Jehovah's edict, it is time to pass our life force of power to a younger generation of guardians. The universal change is upon us all."

"So you are saying that we have outlived our usefulness and are no longer needed to protect the universe from evil?" Darius of Cerecia demanded clenching his fists.

"I am not saying that at all, Darius," she replied. "He is proud of the work we have done, but are no longer required to do anymore. We have fulfilled our destinies and now we can live." She looked at each member of the council allowing her words to sink in. "Our children have been training and are now ready to take our place so that we can rest."

Kaelar studied the woman at the end of the table for a moment. "I can see that you have more to tell us Phaedra," He said. "We have known each other for countless centuries, you can tell us."

"Observant as always, Kaelar," she replied. "By Jehovah's edict, before we retire for good and move into council status, we are to bring into existence a new breed of defenders. They will be known as Universal Knights, the first born being the strongest and the most powerful. There are to be twenty-five to thirty members. It has been ordained that the first born will hold the planetary, elemental and cosmic energy of their respective worlds. From this moment on, we are known as the Universal Galaxian Alliance."

"The transfer is complete, Your Majesty," her assistant Audros said. "All that remains is the task of summoning the Universal Knights who will be the new defenders."

Standing Audros moved away while Phaedra and the council of Guardians walked down the steps and took their places at the summoning circle. As Phaedra took her place completing the circle, they raised their hands high in the air, then let their arms fall evenly to their sides six inches from the member beside them. The family insignias began to glow. Runes of power spiraled from the insignias igniting the ancient symbols as each member began to focus their cosmic powers. Phaedra began to recite the incantation pulling forth the dagger that was shown with an inner light and placed the dagger on her palm.

"I Phaedra, daughter of Keelos, born from the house of Camden," She said. "I call forth from space and time the powers of this unity, our ancestors of our family lines, parents, siblings, Cousins and friends, our eternal spirit without end, to gather now in this sacred place to bring forth before us the first born child male and female through time and space." Bolts of energy danced between their hands as it rippled through their beings. Their clothes flapped in the wind, blowing hoods from many of the members' heads. A ringing in the walls could be heard as the walls reverberated with energy. A fiery wave of energy blasted out from the circle and runes began to glow upon the columns climbing to the ceiling where a large crystal diamond rested. Golden runes could be seen within. A white beam shot forth from the center of the circle and spread out to within a foot of the council. Shapes began to appear from within the light and moments later the light folded in on itself. Within a burst of blue energy the light disappeared leaving everyone momentarily blinded. The young heirs both male and female alike stood in the center of the room in wonder. They looked at the elders around them questioningly, then to each other. "I am Phaedra, the Supreme Elder and they are the Supreme Council of Elders," Phaedra announced. "We have summoned you here because you have been chosen for a very special mission. Relax, and I will explain to you why you have been summoned here."

The young ones listened intently as Phaedra explained what had been decreed and where the young ones would fit in. Kaelar could tell the young ones were confused and had some serious questions, so he stepped up to take the floor.

"You chosen few are now Universal Galactic Knights," Kaelar replied. "You will harness the elemental, planetary, and cosmic powers of your planets and like your Genesian and Zodiac counterparts, you will also be the royalty of your planets in the universal alliance."

"When the time comes as tradition dictates," Phaedra added. "The powers of the Galactic Knights will be passed down from one generation to the other until the evil is gone from this plane forever."

The young ones gathered to discuss their options while the elders waited for their answer. They were out of earshot of the council.

"I am not so sure about this." Quadira Jefferies of Kaminaria interjected. "We know nothing of these people and they are asking us to put our lives and that of our families on the line for a universe we know nothing about as well?"

"I hear what you are saying Quadira." Jaryon Rhodes of Phoenicia added. "However, we know that we were called here for a reason and purpose and now we know what this is. I, for one, want to see this through and make a difference where I can and this council is offering us that chance."

"I agree with Jaryon." Karenity Brandis of Janesia concurred. "I am willing to join this group if anything, to help make a difference and rid the universe of evil. I am all the way in."

The rest of the group with the exception of Quadira, nodded in agreement as well as nominating Jaryon the leader of their group. Finally, Quadira relented and joined the rest of the group. Phaedra and the Council waited on baited breath for the return of the decision one way or the other. Finally a young man wearing the royal uniform of Phoenicia faced the council and stepped up from the rest of the group.

"My name is Jaryon Rhodes of Phoenicia," the young man said. "I have been chosen as the leader of this group as well as the envoy. We have discussed what you have said and requested at length. Speaking not only for myself but for the entire group, we are at your command Queen Phaedra." Phaedra and the Council of Elders all breathed a sigh of relief. With one more spread of magic, the young heirs received their powers, weapons and uniforms.

"There are rules and regulations that must be followed," Phaedra said. "One, never use your powers for personal gain or evil intentions. The powers of the Universal Knights will destroy anyone with an evil heart or evil intentions. Two, your powers are to be used for defense and protection and never attack. Three, your hero identities must remain a secret except to each other and your most trusted allies."

"Four, Always stand with courage, facing your fear, defending your family, and kindred from all dangers." Keilar continued. "Five, stand with discipline. Do what is right and necessary of your own accord without bribe or threat. Six, fidelity, be true to family, friends, kindred, and to those that you pledge your services to."

"Seven, honor, Stand by your oaths and honor your ancestors by keeping your name pure among the kindred." Darsana of Galadorn applied. "Eight, Always be hospitable, share your hearth, food, and drink with your friends, kindred, and every weary traveler. Nine, Perseverance, press on against all odds until the goal is met and the task finished."

"Ten, self reliance, You will learn skills and grow strong so that you may earn your way in the world and be no burden to others. Eleven, truth, seek the truth even though it may be a hard truth, but speak true words or stand in silence. Defend the truth from those who do not honor it. Twelve, be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. We will always be here should you ever need us," Darius added. "But remember, your true strength lies in your connection more as a team. You all have your individual strengths but your greatest strength lies together in your teamwork."

"Thirteen, speak to everyone of peace and prosperity. Fourteen, give everyone the feeling that they are valuable. You have a new destiny that will pass down through the generations." She continued, "Take care of each other and may God always be with you through your journey."

"Fifteen, Always look at things from a positive point of view and turn positivity into a reality of life." Edmond of Lagaria added. "Sixteen,think only about the best, work only for and as the best and expect the best. Seventeen, always be as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are your own. Eighteen, forget about past mistakes and concentrate your energies on the challenges ahead."