Jacob

*"It's amazing how life turns out to be, years ago we were the worst enemies, but now I'm glad to call you my brother"*
—Jacob to Ernesto recalling the old times.
**Jacob** is one of the two protagonists in the Ernesto vs Jacob series. He is a master researcher. His researching skills caught the attention of Ernesto Ibarra, who used his skills to make him research and eventually find the Elixir of Life, however after finding out Ernesto's true intentions with the elixir, he let him drink it knowing that he would die in the process. In Ernesto vs Jacob 2, Ernesto was resurrected by Kesler and Jacob was incarcerated because of him "causing" Ernesto's death, however he was freed from prison when Kesler helped him escape later on. During Ernesto vs Jacob 3, he teamed up and eventually befriended Ernesto and Jarliev when Kesler betrayed them, and they managed to defeat him. He's the current co-leader of Ernesto and Jacob's Militia after Kesler's death in Ernesto vs Jacob: The Awakening.

As the series progresses, Jacob gradually develops from an shy, insecure and fearful individual into a hardened, confident, smarter and, in a way, colder person. Despite this, Jacob holds a sworn devotion towards his friends and will go towards great lengths to protect them from harm's way.

## Overview

### Personality

Jacob is depicted as a generally calm, intelligent, and dependable individual, making him a good friend to others. During Ernesto vs Jacob, he demonstrates responsibility and reliability by agreeing to hang out with Ernesto and striving not to be late. However, his absent-mindedness causes him to inadvertently drop Ernesto's phone, leading to feelings of guilt and remorse. Despite facing a physical altercation with Ernesto, Jacob showcases courage and persistence, repeatedly getting back up to defend himself. Encountering the enigmatic masked figure, The Exterminator, piques Jacob's curiosity, revealing his resourceful and determined nature as he embarks on a quest to find the mysterious Elixir of Life.

Jacob's prudence and cautiousness come to the fore when he decides to conceal the elixir until he can unmask The Exterminator's true identity. Although he experiences moments of uncertainty, his ultimate discovery that The Exterminator is, in fact, Ernesto, fuels anger and a desire for vengeance, driving him to confront his former friend. Jacob's unwavering resolve surfaces during this confrontation, intensifying his determination to defeat Ernesto.

During their intense final fight, Jacob's exceptional willpower becomes evident as he fearlessly takes on the far more trained Ernesto Ibarra, matching him blow for blow. Despite facing daunting odds, Jacob's indomitable spirit sustains his resilience, allowing him to persevere and stand his ground. Beneath his exterior of strength, he also exhibits empathy and a caring nature, particularly towards Ernesto's dog, Lassie. However, he remains a rebellious character, unafraid to question authority. The story expertly portrays Jacob as a multidimensional individual, navigating challenges that uncover his strengths, weaknesses, and moral compass.

In Ernesto vs Jacob 2, Jacob's personality undergoes further development as he is faced with a series of challenging and intense situations. The story begins with Jacob experiencing a nightmare in which he is confronted by his former friend, Ernesto, who accuses him of attempting to kill him. This nightmare reflects the unresolved tensions and guilt that Jacob may still carry from their past conflict. Despite waking up from the nightmare, Jacob remains disoriented and confused. When a stranger named Jarliev arrives seeking a butler job, Jacob shows signs of irritation and annoyance but ultimately decides to hire him. This demonstrates that Jacob can be impulsive and unpredictable in his reactions, especially when dealing with strangers.

Throughout the story, Jacob's emotions fluctuate, ranging from anger and revenge to empathy and concern. When he discovers Jarliev's true identity and connection to Ernesto and the mysterious Resurrection Stone, his anger and determination to protect himself intensify. This shows that Jacob is not only motivated by self-preservation but also a sense of justice and concern for his own safety.

As Jacob learns more about Jarliev's mission and the resurrection of Ernesto, his curiosity and resourcefulness come into play. He decides to search for the Resurrection Stone himself and successfully locates it in the garden. This showcases Jacob's intelligence and problem-solving abilities as he unravels the mystery surrounding Ernesto's resurrection. However, Jacob's decision to keep the Resurrection Stone hidden and interrogate Jarliev reveals a darker side to his character. His willingness to withhold information and manipulate the situation shows a level of cunning and determination that may border on revenge-driven actions.

When confronted by Kesler, Jarliev and a resurrected Ernesto, Jacob displays courage and resilience, attempting to use the stone fragment against them despite the odds being stacked against him. His actions reflect his refusal to back down in the face of danger and his desire to protect himself and others. After being severely injured and locked in a prison cell, a masked man came to visit him in jail, which adds an element of intrigue to Jacob's story. His willingness to confront and attempt to attack the masked man, even when unarmed, showcases his defiant nature and lack of fear in the face of the unknown. His experiences in this story challenge him to confront his past, make tough decisions, and face the consequences of his actions.

In Ernesto vs Jacob 3, Jacob's personality undergoes further development as he faces a series of intense challenges and emotional dilemmas. The story begins with a clandestine meeting between Jacob and Kesler at an abandoned house in ruins. The atmosphere is tense as they discuss putting their plans into action. Jacob appears resolute and driven, while Kesler nods in agreement, indicating a level of trust between them.

When he is accused by Kesler of being the masked criminal known as The Ratman, Jacob shows a sense of betrayal. This implies that he values trust and loyalty, and he may have formed a bond with Kesler during this time, which Kesler took advantage of. Despite being physically overpowered during the fight with Kesler, Jacob shows resilience and determination to clear his name and get justice.

Jacob's willingness to let the past stay in the past and work together with Ernesto and Jarliev despite their previous conflicts is another significant aspect of his personality. He recognizes that defeating Kesler is more important than holding grudges or dwelling on past grievances. This indicates a mature and pragmatic side to his character, willing to prioritize the greater good over personal animosity. He realized that despite their previous conflicts, they were now united against a common enemy who had betrayed them all and he provided them with information about Kesler's true identity, even though they initially distrusted him. This highlights his willingness to help others, even if they don't trust him fully at the time.

Jacob demonstrates a sense of compassion and empathy when he saves Ernesto from Kesler's attack. He risks his safety to protect Ernesto, showing a selfless side to his character. Jacob expresses shock and extreme anger when Kesler kills a passing civilian, which shows that he values human life and abhors unnecessary violence.

In the final confrontation with Kesler, Jacob's anger and frustration are unleashed, resulting in an intense outburst of violence. While this reaction might suggest a darker side to his personality, it is important to remember that he was deeply provoked by Kesler's actions. This event shows that Jacob has limits to his restraint and that his emotions can drive him to extreme actions when pushed to the edge.

When Jarliev dies at the hands of Kesler, Jacob shows empathy and compassion again, comforting Ernesto in his grief. He acknowledges Jarliev's heroic efforts and praises his memory, emphasizing his capacity for empathy and emotional connection. He also kindly refuses to take shelter in Ernesto's house after burying Jarliev's body, stating that he will be out for a few months for a journey but that he will return and would like to accept the shelter by then. Jacob's willingness to accept shelter from Ernesto after a few months indicates a positive development in their relationship and he is willing to embrace the new bond they have formed and acknowledges Ernesto as a true friend and ally.

In Ernesto vs Jacob: Eddie Attacks, Ernesto was visiting the place where Jarliev tragically died at the hands of Kesler. Filled with regret and grief, but then he was approached by Jacob, who has returned from his journey. Jacob's presence brings a sense of familiarity and comfort, as he gently remarks on the nature of bad memories. Their interaction indicates that their friendship has deepened, and they decide to go find something to eat at the food store together.

During their skate to the store, Jacob's humor shines through when he playfully boasts about dogs loving him (despite them being barking at him), adding a lighthearted touch to the moment. As they chat, Jacob shares that he spent his time researching magic stones and related matters during his months away. Despite the casual atmosphere, Ernesto expresses his inner turmoil about the past events involving Kesler and Jarliev. Jacob shows empathy and understanding, acknowledging that the memories also still disturb him. Ernesto confides that he has been haunted by nightmares, further strengthening the bond between them as they share their vulnerabilities.

At the store, they encounter a new face, Eddie, who introduces himself but leaves Ernesto and Jacob confused by his mysterious departure. Jacob seizes the opportunity to take the soda Eddie left behind, resulting in a light-hearted exchange with Ernesto. As they leave the store, Ernesto accidentally hurts his ankle with his skate, prompting Jacob to have some fun at his expense. This moment of camaraderie reflects the genuine comfort and ease that have grown between them.

Trouble arises when they realize Eddie is following them. Ernesto becomes paranoid and suspects a connection to Kesler. Acting on their instincts, they decide to follow Eddie to discover his true intentions. Jacob's investigative skills and alertness come to the fore as they track Eddie's movements. When they witness Eddie injecting himself with a strange serum, their suspicions deepen. A thrilling encounter ensues, and Jacob and Ernesto find themselves in a fierce battle with Eddie, who possesses super powers similar to theirs after injecting themselves a special serum call "AL2".

During the fight, Jacob's courage and determination are evident. He doesn't hesitate to assist Ernesto when they realize their powers alone are insufficient to defeat Eddie. Jacob formulates a plan involving a poisonous fungus to weaken their powerful opponent. This demonstrates his strategic thinking. Although they manage to weaken Eddie, they are shocked to learn that Eddie worked for Kesler and was seeking revenge for his death. The events with Eddie lead Jacob to make a difficult decision to leave once again to investigate Kesler's secret organization. His independence and determination to uncover the truth about Kesler's plans show his commitment to justice and protecting those he cares about. Ernesto, in turn, shows concern for Jacob's safety and acknowledges his friend's determination while also pledging to investigate on his own.

Soon after leaving Ernesto again, Jacob starting having a headache after remembering what happened to Jarliev, which distracted him long enough to be attack in a sneak attack by a masked man called Scorpius and kidnaped him. His distraction and subsequent kidnapping by Scorpius can be interpreted as a moment of vulnerability and susceptibility to external threats, and shows that the traumatic memories of Jarliev's death and the past events involving Kesler continue to haunt him.

In The Kidnapping of Jacob, Jacob's personality undergoes significant development as he faces extreme challenges, emotional turmoil, and the consequences of his actions. The events in the story showcase different aspects of Jacob's character, including his resilience, bravery, empathy, and determination. Despite being in a weakened state after months of torture, both physically and mentally, Jacob maintains his composure and attempts to stand up to Scorpius, but he is overpowered and subjected to harsh treatment. This reflects Jacob's determination and refusal to back down, even when faced with daunting circumstances.

During his captivity, Jacob endures physical and emotional torment, as Scorpius seeks to harness his superpowers for his own nefarious purposes. Despite being threatened and beaten, Jacob refuses to reveal important information about himself and Ernesto, showing his loyalty and protectiveness towards his friend. Throughout the story, Jacob is repeatedly faced with moral dilemmas. He grapples with the consequences of his superpowers falling into the wrong hands and the potential harm that could come to Ernesto and others. These internal struggles highlight Jacob's sense of responsibility and his desire to do what is right, even in the face of great danger.

The encounter with the Tree of Life provides a moment of redemption and hope for Jacob. After seemingly dying, the miraculous revival through the Tree of Life's leaf grants him a second chance at life. This event reinforces Jacob's belief in the importance of his purpose and strengthens his resolve to confront Scorpius once again. Jacob then faces Scorpius in a final showdown. Their battle reflects the extent of Jacob's determination to protect others and stop Scorpius from carrying out his destructive plans. Despite being severely wounded, Jacob fights bravely and successfully manages to defeat Scorpius, though not without suffering significant injuries himself. This demonstrates Jacob's selflessness and willingness to put himself in harm's way to protect the world.

The aftermath of the final confrontation with Scorpius reveals the toll these events have taken on Jacob. He wakes up in the hospital, physically and emotionally exhausted from the ordeal. Yet, despite his injuries, Jacob remains determined to reunite with Ernesto, showing his commitment to their friendship and the bond they share. Jacob also came to understand that the very superpowers he once doubted and feared had actually played a crucial role in helping him survive the months of torture and the final battle against Scorpius. These powers, once a source of inner conflict, had now become a vital tool for his survival and for protecting others, and with this newfound perspective, Jacob experiences a sense of clarity and purpose. He acknowledges that these powers have the potential to be a force for good, a means to make a positive impact on the lives of others. The thought of using his abilities to aid those in need and protect them fills him with a newfound sense of determination and hope.

In Ernesto vs Jacob: Ultimate Battle, Jacob's personality undergoes significant development and transformation. Jacob exhibits a resilient and determined nature. Despite previously facing traumatic experiences, such as being kidnapped, tortured, and almost killed by Scorpius, Jacob shows a strong will to survive and confront the challenges that come his way. His ability to bounce back from adversity, like his eventual resurrection with the Tree of Life's leaf, reflects his resilience.

Jacob's journey also involves internal conflicts, especially when the government demands that he relinquish his powers. At first, he struggles with the idea of losing his abilities and resists the government's orders. This indicates his reluctance to let go of something that has played a significant role in his life, both in protecting him and those around him. However, as the story progresses, he learns to appreciate and embrace even more his superpowers as a means to help others and make a positive impact.

The conflict with Ernesto represents a significant internal struggle for Jacob. Ernesto, his ally, takes a stance against Jacob's decision to keep his superpowers and challenges his belief in their responsible use. This conflict serves as a test of Jacob's convictions and moral compass, causing him to question the very essence of his identity. Initially, Jacob is shocked and disappointed when Ernesto reveals that he has willingly given up his powers by injecting himself the antidote. This decision stands in stark contrast to Jacob's own belief that his abilities can be used for good and to protect others. The clash of perspectives intensifies as Ernesto, now in a position of authority, is appointed Head of Government and tries to persuade Jacob to follow suit. Jacob's refusal to comply with Ernesto's demand to get rid of his powers reflects his deeply ingrained belief in their potential to be a force for good. This causes a rift between the two friends, as Jacob perceives Ernesto's decision as a betrayal of their shared values and commitment to protect others.

The conflict escalates when Ernesto takes more aggressive measures, using bodyguards to forcibly capture Jacob and transport him to the courthouse. This event highlights the power dynamics at play, with Ernesto now in a position of authority and attempting to impose his beliefs on Jacob. However, Jacob's resilience and determination to hold onto his superpowers demonstrate his unwavering conviction in their responsible use. Their opposing views on using their superpowers underscore the internal struggle they both face. Jacob's refusal to give up his powers reflects his belief that they can be used responsibly for good, while Ernesto's decision to relinquish his abilities highlights his concern for the potential dangers they pose.

Jacob demonstrates strong leadership qualities as he forms a team to combat corruption and protect innocent people from harm. He takes charge, making decisions that align with his sense of justice and compassion. He is willing to fight against not only the government but also the criminal organization K.E.S.E. that was secretly founded by Kesler and infiltrated the government, proving that he is driven by a genuine desire to protect and save others from harm. His dedication to protecting the innocent and avenging the wrongs committed by K.E.S.E. further solidifies Jacob's heroism. Despite being faced with difficult choices, he remains committed to doing the right thing, even if it means facing dangerous adversaries and risking his own life.

In the final battle between Jacob and Ernesto, Jacob demonstrates his fighting skills and determination to stop the K.E.S.E. and protect his friends. Despite the intense battle, he ultimately shows mercy by sparing Ernesto's life, even after defeating him. This highlights Jacob's capacity for forgiveness and compassion, even in the face of betrayal and conflict. Jacob's decision to take the antidote at the end of the story reflects a significant shift in his personality and belief system. However, as the events unfold and the truth about the K.E.S.E. organization is revealed, Jacob begins to see the potential dangers and unintended consequences of his powers in the wrong hands. He recognizes that his superpowers, no matter how well-intentioned, could be misused by others for destructive purposes. Taking the antidote demonstrates Jacob's growth as a character. It signifies his willingness to accept the potential consequences of his actions and to make a difficult sacrifice for the greater good. It also showcases his ability to adapt and reassess his beliefs based on new information.

Jacob's reconciliation with Ernesto and a resurrected Jarliev further illustrates his maturity and capacity for forgiveness. Despite the conflict and betrayal they experienced, Jacob recognizes that they were all victims of manipulation and deception by the K.E.S.E. organization. This newfound understanding allows him to empathize with Ernesto's initial decision to give up his powers and to recognize that his intentions were rooted in concern for others' safety. By teaming up with Ernesto and Jarliev once again, but this time to fight against the remaining members of the K.E.S.E., Jacob demonstrates his commitment to justice and protecting innocent lives. This partnership showcases his ability to set aside personal grievances for a common cause and work together with former adversaries to bring down a greater threat, as partners and friends again.

In Ernesto vs Jacob: The Awakening, after fighting alongside Ernesto and Jarliev against The K.E.S.E. members for two restless weeks, Jacob's personality continues to evolve, showing a sense of responsibility, determination, and empathy. He demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility as he takes a proactive approach to the investigation and fights against the K.E.S.E. organization. He pushes for continuous research and action to take down the enemy, showing a dedication to protecting others from harm. Despite their exhaustion from nonstop investigations, Jacob remains focused on the task at hand, displaying his commitment to the cause.

Moreover, Jacob's capacity for empathy and forgiveness shines through when the truth about Jarliev's past is revealed. Even though Jarliev kept his former affiliation with the K.E.S.E. a secret, Jacob does not hold grudges and instead encourages Ernesto to talk to Jarliev and consider forgiveness. This demonstrates Jacob's compassionate nature and his ability to see the good in people, even those with troubled pasts.

As a team player, Jacob proves to be reliable and supportive. He works closely with Ernesto, coming up with plans and fighting side by side against the K.E.S.E. members. Despite Ernesto's decision not to trust Jarliev for the time being, Jacob respects the choice and continues to support his friend, showing his loyalty and camaraderie. Furthermore, Jacob's inquisitive nature is evident when he actively listens in on conversations to gather crucial information about the K.E.S.E. He shows a genuine interest in learning more about the organization's activities and members, playing a significant role in the team's decision-making process.

Jacob's bravery and willingness to sacrifice for the greater good are on full display during the ambush on the K.E.S.E. outposts. Even after getting shot in the arm, he remains undeterred and determined to stop the organization and protect innocent lives, and additionally, he proves to be adaptable and open to learning as they uncover the different factions within the K.E.S.E. He adjusts his strategies and approaches as they discover new information, showing a flexible and resourceful mindset in dealing with the ever-changing situation.

Even when he and Ernesto are faced with a captured cultist, Jacob takes the lead in interrogating him. His determination to uncover the truth about the K.E.S.E. and their plans is evident as he demands answers from the cultist, refusing to back down even in the face of the unknown. When they learn that Jarliev has been captured, Jacob's concern for his friend becomes apparent. He is willing to abandon the mission momentarily to prioritize rescuing Jarliev. This further demonstrates his loyalty and caring nature towards those he holds dear, and his ability to prioritize the well-being of his friends above all else. He respects Ernesto's desire to save Jarliev and doesn't dismiss the idea despite the challenges they might face as he remains level-headed and supportive, understanding the importance of helping a friend in need. Furthermore, Jacob shows his intelligence and problem-solving skills when he suggests searching the outposts they previously attacked to locate Jarliev. He takes the initiative to handle this task on his own, showing his independence and ability to take charge when needed.

When Jarliev and Ernesto were brainwashed and turned into Rarzars by Kesler, Jacob's determination to save his friends strengthens. Despite the odds stacked against them, he doesn't give up on them and continues to fight for them, emphasizing his unwavering loyalty and belief in the people he cares about. Despite being ambushed and outnumbered, he remains level-headed and thinks on his feet to escape from the cultists and Kesler at the secret facility. Jacob's ability to stay calm under pressure is crucial in his survival and securing the Spell Book, which could potentially hold the key to saving Ernesto and Jarliev.

Jacob's sense of morality also comes into play when he is confronted with the wounded K.E.S.E. members who attacked him. Despite their intentions to harm him, he shows mercy and ends their suffering out of respect for life. This reveals his compassionate and thoughtful nature, even towards enemies who have caused harm. Additionally, Jacob's interactions with Kesler showcase his bravery and unwavering resolve. He doesn't back down in the face of Kesler's power and threats, and he continues to resist the dark forces at play. He doesn't let fear overpower him, and even though Kesler has demonstrated his immense strength, Jacob maintains his determination to cure his friends and stop the K.E.S.E.

Despite being hunted by Kesler and the K.E.S.E., Jacob doesn't give up and takes refuge in a secluded place like the dam to conduct his research and come up with a plan. His commitment to finding a cure for Ernesto and Jarliev is evident when he studies the spell book in detail and discovers the two possible ways to cure a Rarzar. Jacob's willingness to explore these options shows his caring and empathetic nature, as he doesn't want his friends to suffer under the mental control curse any longer. When Jacob encounters Jarliev in the woods, his quick thinking saves the situation. Instead of responding to Jarliev's aggression with violence, Jacob uses the juice from the Tree of Life to cure him. Jacob's trust in his friends is also evident when he decides to search for Ernesto with Jarliev's help. Despite the curse, Jacob believes that Ernesto can be cured as well and doesn't give up on him.

Jacob arrives at Scorpius' former headquarters, a place that holds painful memories for him, but he pushes through his own discomfort to find Ernesto. When Ernesto confronts Jacob with hostility, he doesn't back down. Instead, he stands his ground and threatens to cure Ernesto against his will, showing that he is willing to take drastic measures to save his friend. Even during their intense fight, Jacob's priority remains clear: to cure Ernesto and free him from the curse. Jacob's knowledge and resourcefulness are evident when he uses the syringe and speaks the ancient language to cure Ernesto. Jacob's actions reveal his intelligence and understanding of the situation, as he knows how to use the spell book to undo the curse.

After the cure, Jacob is empathetic towards Ernesto, understanding that the Rarzar wasn't a true reflection of his friend's character. He reassures Ernesto that he holds no grudges and that the Rarzar's actions weren't his own. As they plan their next move to confront Kesler and the K.E.S.E., Jacob actively participates in discussing their options and contributing his thoughts. He is cautious about destroying the spell book, recognizing that it could be a valuable asset in their fight against the organization. Jacob's teamwork and open-mindedness are evident when he listens to the idea to seek help from the government for explosives. Despite his initial reservations, he acknowledges that any help would be useful, indicating that he is willing to put aside personal concerns for the greater good of defeating the K.E.S.E.

Later on, he continues to display loyalty to his friends and a deep sense of responsibility to protect them and defeat Kesler. Despite the overwhelming odds and the loss of many government agents, Jacob maintains his determination to stop Kesler and the K.E.S.E. During the final battle, Jacob shows bravery in confronting Kesler directly and trying to use the magic mirror against him. He also demonstrates his resourcefulness by using the RPG to destroy the military tank and find ways to defend himself and his team in the midst of the chaos. Even after Kesler creates a dark cloud and turns the majority of the city into Rarzars, Jacob remains undeterred and seeks to defeat him with the help of his friends. When they encounter Kesler again, Jacob takes the initiative in the fight, showing that he is not willing to back down even in the face of overwhelming odds. As Kesler's plan is ultimately thwarted, and he is defeated by Jarliev using the magic mirror, Jacob and his team display a sense of relief and joy. He is grateful for Jarliev's courage in saving them all.

Two years later, during the team's anniversary celebration, Jacob expresses gratitude for the victory and reflects on the journey they've taken to defeat Kesler. He acknowledges the losses they endured but also celebrates the friendships they've formed and the peace they have achieved. In a touching moment with Ernesto, Jacob appreciates the transformation of their relationship from enemies to best friends. He shows warmth and affection for Ernesto as they hug, symbolizing the strength of their bond.

## Pre-Ernesto vs Jacob

In the late 1990s, Jacob was born in San Rafael del Norte, Nicaragua. As an infant, he was left on the doorstep of a local orphanage, where he would spend his formative years. Growing up without the presence of his biological parents, Jacob became resilient and independent, learning to rely on himself from a young age.

At the orphanage, Jacob developed a fascination for books and information, thanks to the visits of a kind and wise old librarian named Mr. Otero. The elderly man, drawn by Jacob's curiosity and hunger for knowledge, took a special interest in the young boy. He spent hours reading to him, answering his questions, and igniting his passion for research. As Jacob grew old further, his bond with Mr. Sanchez strengthened. With the librarian's guidance and his own insatiable curiosity, Jacob's researching skills blossomed. He spent countless hours devouring books and articles, often immersing himself in subjects far beyond his young age. Recognizing Jacob's potential, Mr. Otero arranged for additional educational resources for the young boy, ensuring he had access to information beyond the orphanage's limited collection.

Jacob's insatiable curiosity led him down a path of discovery, and one topic that fascinated him the most was the mystery surrounding his biological parents. He yearned to know who they were, why they had left him at the orphanage, and whatever happened to them. With the support of Mr. Otero and his own determination, Jacob delved into any information he could find about his origins. For years, he tirelessly researched, following every lead and piece of evidence he could uncover, but as he got closer to potentially discovering the truth, a wave of uncertainty and fear washed over him. Jacob realized that he was hesitant to know the true nature of his abandonment and the fate of his birth parents. The fear of what he might uncover gnawed at him, and he began to question whether seeking the truth was worth the emotional toll it might take. In a moment of self-reflection, Jacob made a conscious decision to stop researching about his biological parents. He came to understand that his identity was not defined solely by his past but by the person he was becoming and the choices he made in the present.

Mr. Otero, who had become like a father figure to Jacob, saw the transformation in the young boy. He admired Jacob's resilience and maturity in accepting his past while forging a bright future. The librarian continued to support Jacob's thirst for knowledge and encouraged him to embrace his independence and curiosity.

As the time passed, Mr. Otero's health began to decline due to old age. Jacob, who had grown very close to the old librarian, spent every spare moment with him, taking care of him and cherishing the wisdom he had imparted. Unfortunately, fate dealt another cruel blow when Mr. Otero's only son passed away tragically in an accident, leaving him with no family left. Knowing that his own time was limited, Mr. Otero thought deeply about the young boy he had come to love like a son - Jacob. He recognized the potential and brilliance within the boy and wanted to ensure that he had a bright future. As a result, he decided to leave a monetary inheritance to Jacob, a gesture of love and belief in the young man's abilities. When the day finally came, and Mr. Otero breathed his last, Jacob mourned the loss of the man who had played such a significant role in his life. But he also felt a deep sense of gratitude for the inheritance that would enable him to embark on a new chapter of his life.

Combined with the monetary support from the orphanage, Jacob gained a substantial sum, enough to secure his independence. With mixed emotions of sadness and gratitude, he made the decision to leave the orphanage, a place that had been his home for so long, and with newfound financial freedom, Jacob set his sights on buying a small house in the heart of Managua. He wanted a place he could call his own, a sanctuary where he could continue his research and pursue knowledge on his terms.

In the city of Managua, Jacob's small house became a haven of books, knowledge, and unquenchable curiosity. Settling into his new house, Jacob felt a sense of liberation and the promise of a bright future. With his inheritance and the continued support from the orphanage, he finally had the means to pursue his dreams and passions. Remembering his long-held desire to learn how to skate, Jacob decided to indulge himself by buying a skateboard. As he navigated the city streets on his skateboard, he felt a rush of exhilaration and freedom, discovering a whole new way to explore and experience the world around him.

In the afternoons, when he wasn't absorbed in his research and studies, Jacob would head to various parks in Managua to skate and refine his skills. It was during one of these outings that he crossed paths with another young boy with his same age, named Ernesto. Both boys shared a love for skating and quickly struck up a friendship, bonding over their mutual passion for the sport. Together, they spent countless afternoons skating, honing their techniques, and pushing each other to improve. As their friendship blossomed, Ernesto also became intrigued by Jacob's thirst for knowledge and researching skills. Jacob would share fascinating tidbits of information he had uncovered during his research, sparking Ernesto's curiosity in turn.

As the days turned into weeks and the weeks into months, Jacob and Ernesto's friendship continued to thrive. They shared countless adventures, both in the world of skateboarding and the realm of knowledge. However, as time passed, Jacob noticed that Ernesto began to distance himself a bit. At first, he dismissed it as a natural ebb and flow in any friendship, but deep down, he couldn't shake the feeling of concern. Despite his worries, Jacob remained determined not to let anything disrupt his pursuit of knowledge. He delved even deeper into his investigations, immersing himself in various subjects, from history and mythology to cutting-edge scientific research.

As Jacob continued on his journey of intellectual growth, he never forgot the joys and challenges of his friendship with Ernesto. And while the distance between them lingered, Jacob held onto the hope that their paths would cross again, and the bond they had once shared would find its way back to them.

## History

#### **Ernesto vs Jacob**

Ernesto called Jacob by phone to invite him to skate and hang out, when he arrived to Ernesto's house, they prepared the stuff for skating and went out. After a while Ernesto told Jacob to hold his phone and to remind him to call his cousin Ligia for something important. Shortly later, Jacob told Ernesto to wait for him while he was going to urinate, but accidentally dropped Ernesto's phone without noticing it and left it behind.

Later on, they decided to go to a near store to buy something to eat, after buying the food Ernesto asked Jacob to return him his phone back to make the call to his cousin Ligia, but after not finding it, Ernesto became very upset with Jacob for losing it and to cause him to miss the important call, so Ernesto attacked Jacob in a fist fight that Ernesto won by knocking out Jacob and leaving him behind.

One week later Ernesto returned to the store but nobody was there to attend him, but before he could leave Jacob appeared and attack him from behind with a bat telling him "*i told you i was gonna get my revenge*", and proceed to beat him and seemingly kill him, before he left he told him that he was going to take over his properties like his house and even his dog.

Over a course of a few weeks, Jacob successfully took over Ernesto's house and and settled there. One day, he was playing video-games in Ernesto's former room until he eventually lost and got tired from always die in the game, so he decided to go out skating.

Jacob went to a abandoned yard to skate until he fall off his skate and was approached by a masked man wearing a black jacket and a voice changer, the masked man asked Jacob if he was OK from the fall, then the masked man introduced himself as "The Exterminator" and began talking about the Elixir of Life. Jacob seemingly afraid of him told him that he read something about that in a book once, so The Exterminator asked him if he would like to be rich and to have everything that he wants and whenever he wants, Jacob replied "Yes", so The Exterminator revealed to him that he works for the government and could make that happen if he brings him the Elixir of Life in one week or otherwise he would "make him go to the life after this life". The Exterminator later told him to continue skating and to pretend that they never saw each other before disappearing leaving him stunned by the threat.

Some days later, Jacob was trying to research information about the Elixir of Life and its possible location, but was desperate because he wasn't finding enough information. He spent hours searching it in different websites until he found an article that says that the Elixir of Life was highly used in a place called "Blackgrass Sanctuary" years ago, so he tried to find that place in a map and found out that the neighborhood was called "Blackgrass Meadows" centuries ago, so he proposed himself to go there to look for it, but he wondered what the masked man wants with that elixir.

Before leaving, he read that only people with good intentions are worthy enough to drink the elixir and live forever, otherwise they would perish and explode without leaving any track if they don't have good intentions with the elixir; so Jacob wondered if the masked man have good or bad intentions with the elixir, because of that, he also proposed himself that he will find out about his true intentions before giving him the elixir.

Some minutes later, Jacob started the journey to find the old sanctuary around the neighborhood, after skating nearly two hours looking for the Sanctuary, he found some ruins in a deserted area, Jacob stated that that place must had been abandoned for years, and then became excited when he found some letters in a wall that says "Blackgrass Sanctuary", so he decided to enter the ruins, but wasn't aware that the masked man was watching him from afar.

Jacob proceed to explore the old sanctuary, which was in a such abandoned state, that there was even vegetation there. While exploring the place, Jacob claimed that he haven't slept or even take a shower since the day before, and sarcastically wondered why is he talking alone; then, he used a detector of ancient glass to help him find the elixir around the place. A few seconds later he found some broken glass and hoped that it wasn't from the elixir, however, after some minutes, Jacob found a glass that had some letters in a strange language, so he used a translator that could detect any language, and the mysterious letters said "Elixir of Life".

Jacob became excited for having found the elixir, however, he decided to keep it safe from The Exterminator because he first wants to discover his true identity, but as he was about to leave the place, he was called by an unknown phone number and when he answered, he discovered that it was The Exterminator asking him if he had already obtained the elixir, so Jacob lied to him saying that he was still looking for it, The Exterminator then threatened Jacob to kill him if he don't deliver him the elixir in less than a week, so Jacob told him that they should meet in an alley near the food store so he can deliver him the elixir, The Exterminator agreed with him, but Jacob asked him if he was still going to reward him with millions of dollars, in which The Exterminator said "*It may take a while, but yeah*" and then hanged the phone, Jacob then angrily left the place not knowing what to do.

Jacob arrived to the house stressed for not knowing what to do, as he wanted to discover the Exterminator's identity before giving him the Elixir of Life. Later on, Jacob began analyzing the Elixir and stated that it "smells bad", so he elaborated a plan that consisted in ripping off The Exterminator's mask the day he will give him the elixir to discover his real identity.

In a matter of one week, Jacob spent the time training to fight against The Exterminator if he have to.

One week later, Jacob waked up but fell off the bed, after getting up he was ready for the meeting with The Exterminator claiming that he's been training hard in his fighting skills, so he put the elixir in a backpack for the meeting and left the house.

When Jacob arrived at the meeting place, he was surprised that nobody was there, so he decided to wait for him, however The Exterminator appeared behind him asking Jacob where the elixir was, so Jacob gave the elixir to him and The Exterminator sarcastically said "*Thank you so much*", Jacob then asked him about his reward, so The Exterminator told him that "*It wasn't part of the deal, you wanted it to be, not me, don't forget who's in charge around here*", after that, an enrage Jacob ripped off The Exterminator's hat and demanded to know his identity, in so he took off his mask revealing him to be no other than Ernesto Ibarra.

Jacob was shocked to see him alive as he though that he killed him some days ago, Ernesto then told him what he was up to during all this time and why he turned into the Exterminator; he told Jacob that after he nearly killed him, he recovered from his attack and then he adopted the alias "The Exterminator" in order to retrieve the elixir by using Jacob's researching skills.

They proceed to fight in equally terms until Jacob was getting the upper hand claiming that he's been practicing during this time, but later Ernesto managed to kick his leg, punch him and then to throw him in the air, however Jacob recovered and managed to land some punches to Ernesto until he eventually managed to get Jacob to the floor and kick him numerous time before landing his final punch to the stomach that put Jacob out of condition to keep fighting, later Ernesto took the Elixir and proceed to drink it, but he started coughing and apparently running out of air, Ernesto later exploded in the air for not being worthy to live forever and thus died in the process and leaving only his glasses. A weakened Jacob escaped the place.

#### **Ernesto vs Jacob 2**

In a matter of three weeks, Jacob kept living in Ernesto's house, however he constantly suffer from nightmares of him getting beaten up by Ernesto in a strange place, likely due to him suffering a trauma after his experience against him. One day, Jacob realized that the house was a mess, so he put an ad for a butler to come and clean the house.

Jacob was having another nightmare in which he was hanging unconscious from a tube and falls down, when he got up disoriented and confused about where he was, he proceed to walk around the place until he was approached by Ernesto with a bat asking him if he remembers him; Ernesto hit Jacob with the bat knocking him down and then proceed to kick him, however, he let Jacob get up and then grabbed him from his neck reminding him that he "attempted to kill him", Jacob then told him that he was dead, but Ernesto threw Jacob to the floor again. Jacob managed to get up but got beaten up by Ernesto until he got him to the floor again, so Ernesto grabbed the bat and stabbed Jacob telling him "*that's what you get for trying to kill me*".

Jacob then wakes up and fell off the bed realizing that it was only a nightmare, he then watched from his window to make sure that there was nobody there, and later proceed to continue playing the video-game, suddenly someone ringed the bell and Jacob got annoyed because he stated that he was "*playing so good, i hope it's worth it*".

When Jacob arrived to the principal door, he got angry to see that there was no one there, but before he attempted to return to the house, the bell sounded again and he saw a guy telling him that he is there for the butler job, Jacob admitted that the house is a disorder and that it may need someone to clean it everyday, so he contracted him. Jacob told him that he can start by cleaning the bathroom because there was "something big there", so he guided him to the bathroom and told him to let him know if he needs help.

A few minutes after he left the butler in the bathroom, he thought that the man was speaking with someone by phone, so he went to the bathroom to check and asked him what he was doing, so the butler told him that he was just looking for the toilet opener.

At the next day, Jacob told the guy, whose name is Jarliev, that he will go out to buy food at the food store, so ordered him to clean the house's terrace. Jarliev screamed loudly "*the terrace of course!!!*", so a confused Jacob asked him why he said that, so Jarliev nervously told him that he forgot to clean the terrace.

Some minutes later Jacob arrived to the store, however Mrs. Martha wasn't so glad to see him, because she said "*oh it's this prick again......what do you want now?*", Jacob told her that he would like to buy Shrimp Chop Suey; however after getting the Chop Suey, Jacob ran away without paying, possibly as a revenge for insulting him earlier.

Jarliev was desperately trying to find something in the terrace until Jacob arrived to the house and told Jarliev that he will cook the Chop Suey for them. However while trying to cook the food, he accidentally dropped the food, and told Jarliev that he can leave for the day.

Jarliev left his phone in the dining room without noticing it, and after Jacob finished warming some food in the microwave, he noticed that Jarliev left his phone in the dining room, so he decided to save it for him until he see him again when he comes back. Later on Jacob decided to go to the garden to play with a ball until Jarliev's phone began to vibrate, and it was someone calling named "Boss", Jacob then got confused because he though he was his boss.

Jacob answered the phone and the guy on the phone, thinking that he was talking with Jarliev, asked him if he already found the object in the house, so Jacob imitating Jarliev's voice asked him "*find what?*", so the guy in a angered voice warned him to not mess with him because he already explained him his mission, so Jacob asked him again what object he is supposed to find, so the guy on the phone told him to find a Resurrection Stone, then Jacob asked him why does he need that for, so the man revealed that he needs it to revive Ernesto; so a enrage Jacob proceed to throw the phone violently to the ground breaking it and then wondered about Jarliev's relationship with his boss.

At the next day, Jacob decided to search for the Resurrection Stone himself, he stated that it must be underground because Jarliev never found it in the house, so he then took a shovel and started digging around the garden looking for the stone, until the shovel hit something solid, so he used his hands to remove the solid object and realized that it was a large stone with holes on several sides. Jacob kept the stone knowing it was the Resurrection Stone and decided to interrogate Jarliev when he return to the house the next day. Jacob proceed to refill the holes he left in the garden to hide the evidence from him.

One day later Jarliev arrived at the house and Jacob went to the principal door to let him in, Jacob told him that it was about time he shows up, so Jarliev asked him why, Jacob then angrily asked him about his relationship with his "real" boss, so a nervous Jarliev revealed that he, alongside with his boss Kesler and Ernesto were cousins, until Jacob killed Ernesto and because of that he is there to resurrect Ernesto and then they would kill Jacob. A shocked Jacob told him that he didn't killed Ernesto, so a angry Jarliev screamed at him "*don't lie to me you prick!!*", suddenly Jarliev's boss, Kesler, came to the place asking him if he already found the stone, so a confused Jarliev asked him what is he doing here, so he revealed that he called him the other day, Jacob then told him that it was him pretending to be Jarliev on the phone, so then Kesler demanded Jacob to give him the stone and then proceed to punch Jacob knocking him down and dropping the stone.

Jacob witnessed Kesler taking the stone from the ground and performing a ritual with a magic circle Kesler drawn during the night, he putted the stone with Ernesto's glasses on top of the stone in the middle of the circle, and after doing the ritual, Ernesto emerged from the circle.

Ernesto thanked Jarliev and Kesler for helping him, he later attacked Jacob for "attempting to murder him" a few weeks ago. They fought in a fierce fight with Ernesto hitting Jacob in the face and butt with a stick, then Jarliev and Kesler joined him in beating up Jacob until he managed to back down Ernesto with the stick and then killed Lassie in the same circle that was used to bring Ernesto back to life, leaving only a stone fragment that could make anything that touch it explode, so Jacob attempted to use it against Ernesto and Jarliev but was distracted by some passing helicopters and threw the stone the stone fragment near him and the explosion ripped off his entire arm, he was later captured and sent to jail by the team.

Later on by nighttime, Jacob was in jail and was approached by Ernesto informing a guard by a talkie that he was still in jail and then left the place, however, some hours later a masked man came to the place and knocked Jacob's cell. Jacob tried to attack the masked man but he opened his cell and gave Jacob a special serum that could regenerate his arm, so a confused Jacob asked him who is him, but the masked man stayed in silence, so Jacob injected himself the serum, screamed out of pain and fell out unconscious. The masked man then took Jacob with him and used magic to create a illusion to the guards that Jacob was still in jail.

#### **Ernesto vs Jacob 3**

Over a course of one year after being freed from jail by the masked man, Jacob discovered an abandoned house and it became his refuge, as time progressed he began working with the masked man and eventually discovered that the masked man is Kesler, who now uses the alias of The Ratman to perform crimes with super powers.

One day Jacob developed a plan of revenge against Ernesto and Jarliev that consisted in Kesler attacking them directly with his super powers as The Ratman to avoid suspicion, Kesler agreed with him. Some days later Jacob called a meeting with Kesler in the refuge and told him that it is time to put in action their revenge plan, in which Kesler agrees.

Two weeks later, Ernesto and Jarliev went out skating, so Kesler took the opportunity to attack them as The Ratman, in which he ended up knocking them out. After they regained conscious, Kesler arrived to the place and accused Jacob to be The Ratman. Ernesto was shocked to heard that Jacob escaped from prison, so he declared a war against him.

At the next day, Kesler arrived to Jacob's hideout and informed him that he accused him by telling Ernesto and Jarliev that he was The Ratman, however Jacob told him that he had nothing to do with his attacks. Feeling betrayed, Jacob proceed to attack Kesler and the two had a fight that Kesler managed to win because of his super powers and superior fighting skills. While Jacob was still on the floor, Kesler left the place telling him that he will continue playing with Ernesto and Jarliev's minds.

After Jacob recovered from Kesler's fight, he acknowledged that he cannot stop Kesler alone, so he decided to team up with Ernesto and Jarliev to defeat Kesler.

Hours later, Ernesto was leaving the food store with Jarliev and then Jacob approached to them and simply said "*hi*", however Ernesto responded by punching him in the face until he was restrained by Jarliev to calm him down. After the tension decreased, Jacob revealed to them that Kesler was the real Ratman and not him, he also admitted that he was working with Kesler until he was betrayed by him when he accused him to be the real Ratman, Jacob then told them that he will give them more info about Kesler while inviting them to eat fry chicken, Ernesto agreed with Jacob but he threatened to kill him if it is a trap and that he have to earn their trust, Jacob accepted his terms and left with them.

While they were eating, Jacob revealed to them that Kesler have supernatural powers like lightning generation that can either paralyze or kill anyone, enhanced strength and speed, Ernesto told him that they just need to train to beat him and that it not necessary to have powers like him to do so, Jacob also said that Kesler have a plan to destroy them all sooner or later. Ernesto told Jacob that they should ambush Kesler in his hideout, in which Jacob replied that Kesler doesn't trust him anymore but that they should interrogate him and that he would hide in case they need help, Ernesto accepted Jacob's plan and they proceed to continue eating.

At the next day, as the team were walking to the meeting place to interrogate Kesler, they were repeating the plan to make sure that there were no doubts about it, which consisted in Jacob hiding while Ernesto and Jarliev interrogate Kesler about his whereabouts during The Ratman's attacks, and to give Jacob a signal in case that Kesler attacks them.

When they arrived to the meeting place, Jacob remembered about some antidotes that Kesler hided in his hideout and proposed to Jarliev to go check them, however, after Jarliev left to check the antidotes, Kesler ambushed him an attacked him.

Jacob hided in a corner while Ernesto waited for Kesler to arrive to interrogate him, there he witnessed how Ernesto got attacked by Kesler after he discovered that he was The Ratman, so after Ernesto called Jacob to help him fight him, Kesler was surprised that they teamed up to defeat him but proceed to fight them, although they had some difficulties, they manage knock out Kesler and then ran away from the place.

Some minutes later they found Jarliev lying on the floor semiconscious, he told them that he was intercepted and attacked by Kesler while going to his hideout for the antidotes, Ernesto told him that it doesn't matter anymore because they left Kesler weakened but warned them to take care because he can get revenge any time. Jacob told them that he needs to leave to buy some stuff, but before he left, Ernesto thanked him for saving him from Kesler and that he earned their trust.

While Jacob was walking, he got knocked out by a surprise single punch of Kesler, then he took Jacob's phone and called Ernesto demanding a $50,000 check for Jacob's freedom.

Ernesto had no option but to ask for a loan to his cousin Ligia, after explaining to her the current situation, she approved the loan for Jacob's freedom.

Ernesto and Jarliev went to the meeting place and gave Kesler the check, however he paralyzed them and placed them alongside Jacob. When they woke up, Ernesto apologized with Jacob for failing with the plan to free him, then they noticed that their legs were still paralyzed to attempt to escape. Kesler then approached them and grabbed Jarliev from his neck and began to choke him and using his lightning powers at him at the same time, mortally wounding him, Ernesto angrily got up and punched Kesler backing him down, Jarliev then told Ernesto and Jacob to not worry about him and also told them to defeat Kesler, Jarliev then died from his injuries. This greatly angers Ernesto and Jacob, whom attacked Kesler until knocking him down.

Kesler quickly recovered and managed to subdue them with his lightning power but they managed to resist it and continued fighting Kesler, however even with their combined efforts to stop him, Kesler proved to be too much for them and almost killed them until Kesler got interrupted by a passing civilian, so he killed him by snapping his neck for having witness the whole event, this enrages Jacob, who manages to punch Kesler repeatedly times in face until he pushed him off, so Ernesto did the same and punched him repeatedly times until he was eventually pushed too.

When Kesler was about to kill Ernesto, Jacob saved him by punching Kesler so hard that the punch knocked him out instantaneously, which gave him enough time to stab Kesler in the stomach before letting him recover, he then continued stabbing him numerous times out of rage. Later on, Ernesto and Jacob wondered what will they do with the dead civilian, but they end up abandoning the place claiming that the police would come later to check the place.

Some hours later, Ernesto and Jacob were digging a grave for Jarliev, Ernesto seemingly depressed for his death said "*It's a shame, he was a good cousin*", Jacob sympathized with him by saying that he will always live in their hearts and will always be remembered as a hero for trying to stop Kesler, Ernesto later offered Jacob to stay in his house now that Jarliev's room was empty, however Jacob told him that will go out for a few months in a journey but that when he comes back he will stay in the house, so they said their goodbyes and left the place.

#### **Ernesto vs Jacob: Eddie Attacks**

Over a course of seven months, Jacob went on a journey across the world researching information about magic stones and their power, in order to understand their nature and what are they capable of. During this time, Jacob has been having nightmares about the murder of Jarliev at the hands of Kesler, which still deeply disturbs him. After researching enough information for his investigation, he decided to head back to Nicaragua to encounter Ernesto.

Once in Nicaragua, Jacob encountered Ernesto visiting the place where Jarliev was murdered, after he saw Ernesto he told him "*bad memories, heh?*", Ernesto greeted Jacob and welcomed him after months of not seeing him and the two decided that they should go find something to eat at the food store to talk about their recent events.

    While skating to the store, Ernesto made fun of some dogs barking to Jacob, to which Jacob replied "*the dogs loves me*". After skating more distance, they were discussing about Jacob's whereabouts during his months of absence, Jacob told Ernesto what he was up to, he informed him that he's been researching abut magic stones and stuff like that.

While walking, Jacob found a plastic cup lying on the ground and tried to drink it claiming that he has not eaten properly in three days, but Ernesto threw the plastic cup away telling him that he shouldn't drink anything that he finds in the street and informed him that they should arrive soon to the store.

Before arriving to the store, Ernesto asked Jacob if he had though about the previous events regarding Kesler, Jacob admitted that it disturbs and still affects him, Ernesto latter told Jacob that he hasn't been sleeping properly because of the nightmares he's been having about Jarliev's death and their near death experience at the hands of Kesler, and he also informed Jacob that he has a feeling that something bad will happen soon.

Later on after arriving and eating at the store, Ernesto noticed that there was a guy that they've never seen in the neighborhood before. The guy introduced himself as Eddie and left without saying something else leaving Ernesto and Jacob confused but Jacob took advantage to take the Soda that Eddie left behind, in which Ernesto humorously told him that he was stranger than Eddie.

When they were leaving the store, Ernesto complained that he hurt his ankle with his skate, so Jacob was having fun about that but they didn't noticed that they were being followed by Eddie. When they arrived at Ernesto's house, Eddie re-introduced himself and told them that he just wanted to "visit his new best friends", Jacob replied that they just met, but Ernesto agreed to let him in the house and to order a pizza to eat it together. When they entered the house, Ernesto presented them his cousin Ligia and his uncles that were in his house at that time.

One day later, Jacob and Ernesto were walking until Jacob fell and suddenly Eddie appeared out of nowhere and helped him get up, so Ernesto asked Eddie what was he doing there, Eddie replied that he was just passing by and then left the place. Ernesto and Jacob became paranoid of Eddie following them everywhere, so they agreed that they should follow him to see where he goes and what he does, Jacob suspected that Eddie might be a spy like Jarliev was with Kesler before.

While following Eddie, they made a noise but immediately hided before Eddie could see them, while hiding from him, they were discussing about what might be his true intentions, so Ernesto wondered if Eddie has any relationship with Kesler, in which Jacob replied that he doesn't think so because he is already dead, so they continued following him.

Later on, they witnessed Eddie injecting himself a serum that he pulled out of a backpack and he screamed out of pain. After Eddie recovered from the pain, he discovered Ernesto and Jacob and screamed at them "*What are you doing here?!!*" and proceed to chase them.

Ernesto and Jacob ran away out of fear from Eddie and hide behind a wall, there they witnessed how Eddie accidentally dropped out of frustration a sample of the serum that he injected to himself. After Eddie left the place to search them somewhere else, Ernesto and Jacob came out of hiding to analyze the serum that Eddie accidentally dropped, in the syringe there were some letters that said "A L 2", Ernesto wondered if it could give them Super Powers like it did to Eddie, so he injected half of the serum and then generated some lightnings at the sky, then Jacob injected the other half of the serum and also gained powers, which made them regaing the confidence to defeat Eddie as a team.

    Some minutes later, Eddie came back to the place and found them, and a fight occurred between them, however even while having Super Powers like him, they were no match for Eddie because of their lack of experience with their powers, so their only hope to defeat him was to poison him with a nearby poisonous fungus.

Jacob told Ernesto to entertain Eddie while he prepares the poison with the syringe, Ernesto struggled to fight Eddie, but manage to struck him with lightnings, however Eddie recovered quickly and continued attacking Ernesto.

After some minutes, Jacob finally finished making the poison to inject Eddie, however he took the syringe with the poison and attempted to break it, so Ernesto took his hand trying to take the syringe back, after seeing that, Jacob punched Eddie, causing him to drop the syringe and then Jacob retained Eddie while Ernesto injected him the poison, severely weakening him.

    After defeating Eddie, Ernesto and Jacob admitted that it was a hard fight but they wondered why Eddie hated them so much, to the point that he attempted to murder them with super powers. Eddie woke up and with his last strengths said "*I'm sorry for failing you Master Kesler...... it's your turn now Benson*". Eddie then died because of the poison.

Ernesto and Jacob were shocked to heard that Eddie worked for Kesler and was likely avenging his death, and they wondered who was that Benson guy he mentioned. Ernesto suggested that they should investigate about who is he and his possible connection with Kesler, however Jacob told Ernesto that he is leaving again to investigate about Kesler's possible secret organization alone, but that he won't last long like before, Ernesto said goodbye to Jacob and told him that he will also investigate about it.

Hours later, Jacob returned to the place where Jarliev died at the hands of Kesler, then he began suffering from headaches and proceed to walk limping around the place until he got attacked by an unknown mysterious guy covering his face, who manage to knocked out Jacob with lightnings and took him away with him.

#### **The Kidnapping of Jacob**

After returning to the place where Jarliev died, Jacob got attacked and kidnapped by a guy covering his face, who took him to a abandoned house in the woods.

Some hours later, Jacob woke up tied up and saw the same guy that kidnapped him, he introduced himself to Jacob as Benson but he preferred to be called Scorpius, he revealed that he used to work for Kesler until he died at the hands of Ernesto and Jacob, so Jacob asked Scorpius what does he want from him, so he replied that he won't tell him yet but that he will soon. Scorpius left the place and several guards entered the house and cornered Jacob, who after feeling powerless, began to cry.

Some months later, a severely weakened and beat up Jacob woke up and saw Scorpius writing a letter in a desk, then Scorpius left but warned Jacob to not try anything, but Jacob ignored him and got up to check whatever he wrote. After reading the letter, Jacob was shocked to read that Scorpius is planning to do several tests on him to find out how exactly he got the super powers and then he would absorb them to become even more powerful than he already was in order to start a new world order.

After Jacob attempted to leave the note on it's place, he got attacked before he could do it by one of Scorpius' guards who was watching him from behind, Jacob tried to fight him but was severely weakened because of his kidnap and got beat up by him, Scorpius then came to the place and told Jacob to not mess with his things again and kicked him in the face knocking him out.

At the next day, Jacob got up from his beating and attempted to escape from the place, however Scorpius arrived to the house and gave Jacob a cup of water in order to conserve his strengths. Jacob threatened Scorpius to kill him if he doesn't set him free, but Scorpius laughed at Jacob and told one of his guards to interrogate him about the origin of his super powers.

The guard then came and sited Jacob in front of him in order to begin with the interrogation. Jacob told the guard that the more damage they do to him, the dangerous he will be to them, but the guard ignored Jacob's threats and began the interrogation by directly asking him about the origins of his super powers, Jacob sarcastically told him that he found them somewhere, so the guard punched Jacob in the face with metal gloves so hard that Jacob lost a teeth and spited it. The guard reformulated the question about his origins of his powers, but Jacob told him to go fuck himself, so the guard kept punching Jacob in the face and stomach until he got knocked out.

Scorpius then arrived to the interrogation room and saw Jacob unconscious in a bloody mess, so he angrily told the guard that he crossed the line, Scorpius then killed the guard by piercing his stomach with his fist and then injected Jacob some adrenaline to wake him up and told the next guard to continue with the interrogation but threatened him to kill him if the crosses the line like the other guard.

Before continuing with the interrogation, Scorpius warned Jacob to not make the guard angry if he wants to get this over with, so the guard put on the metal gloves and asked politely about the origins of his powers, so Jacob not having other choice, revealed that he got his super powers from a guy named Eddie a few months ago, so the guard asked Jacob if anyone else got super powers from him too, but Jacob angrily told him that he won't say anything else, so the guard punched Jacob and broke one of his fingers; the angry guard asked him again who else got super powers, so a weakened Jacob revealed that the only ones who got super powers are Ernesto and himself. The guard told Jacob that they will also pay a visit to Ernesto, but Jacob threatens them to not harm Ernesto, however, Jacob got knocked out again by a punch from the guard telling him that the interrogation was over.

While unconscious, Scorpius drew Jacob's blood with a syringe and after adding it more ingredients, he injected it to himself, then Scorpius began to levitate and some lightnings came from him and his eyes began glowing in a red light and screamed loudly in a demon like voice: "*Today, a new era begins, this will be the day that nobody will ever forget, they will know what is real fear, they can hide, they can blink and they can cry, but at the end of the day people will eventually kneel before me and i will lead them as their god*.

Some hours later, Jacob woke up and for a moment thought he was already free, however he saw dead bodies around the house and then found some letters written in a wall with blood that says: "*I told you i had plans for you Jacob, thanks for giving me part of your powers, peace*". Jacob then began shaking out of fear, and proceed to walk to the exit where he found massacred and mutilated bodies and some others hanging from the trees.

A survivor from the attack approached to Jacob and tried to attacked him, Jacob attempted to fight back but was severely wounded and got a cut in the chest by a knife, however, Jacob managed to disarm the survivor guard and stabbed him in the stomach killing him.

Minutes later, Jacob arrived to a dam where he found Scorpius and screamed at him to stop. Scorpius told Jacob to knee before him, but Jacob ignored Scorpius' demands and tried to attack him, however, Scorpius started to control Jacob with telekinesis, he lifted Jacob and used electricity at the same time and while he was screaming out of incredible pain, Scorpius told him that there is no force that can interfered with his plans to rule the world, so then he let go and dropped Jacob to the ground so hard that the rocks in the floor cracked, Scorpius then stared at Jacob and told him that he will destroy the dam another day to honor his bravery for trying to attack him alone and while being wounded, and then left Jacob behind.

After Scorpius left the dam, a dying Jacob said to himself that he can't believe that the world is in danger because he couldn't stop Scorpius and that everything is his fault, he stated that can't let Scorpius hurt anyone else, and that he wishes another chance to stop him.

Jacob then died because of his numerous wounds, but suddenly a leaf of a tree fell on his hand and it started glowing in a gold light, then Jacob suddenly woke up and regained his strength. Jacob stated that what saved his life was a leaf of a Tree of Life, which brings people back to life who had recently died and that they have a purpose to save the live of other people, amazed of what happened and seeking to follow Scorpius for a rematch, Jacob jumped from the dam in order to get Scorpius faster.

Some minutes later after leaving the river, Jacob heard Scorpius massacring some factory workers, so he arrived to the factory but didn't found anyone, Jacob then proceed to walk around the factory trying to find Scorpius, suddenly Scorpius tackled Jacob and began punching him, however, Jacob managed to get him off of him with a kick, Scorpius angrily told Jacob that he should have stayed dead and punched Jacob in the face, but Jacob defended himself by throwing lightnings at Scorpius knocking him down.

Jacob then found some weapons that Scorpius was making in the factory, so he grabbed one and attempted to aim it to Scorpius, however Scorpius began to control Jacob with telekinesis again and launched him trough the window. Jacob tried to got up but Scorpius approached him and kicked him in the face launching him a few meters away and causing Jacob to spit blood, Scorpius then tried to fly to Jacob to finish him, but Jacob managed to grab and stab Scorpius with a nearby knife, severely weakening him. Jacob managed to get up with difficulty and grabbed the gun and aimed it to Scorpius, but before shooting him, Scorpius told Jacob that even though he was defeated, others will come to avenge his death and would eventually kill both him and Ernesto. Jacob then shot and disintegrated Scorpius, however, later Jacob passed out from exhaustion.

Jacob woke up in a hospital at the next day, the doctors told him that he suffered some broken ribs and a broken cheek, but that he should he OK if he rest; some days later, Jacob fully recovered and the hospital let him go. After leaving the hospital, Jacob was determinate to re-encounter Ernesto.

#### **Ernesto vs Jacob: Ultimate Battle**

After physically recovering from his encounter with Scorpius, Jacob went to visit Ernesto after months of not seeing him and arrived at his house, then he proceed to ring his doorbell. Ernesto who was training at that time was surprised to see that Jacob returned, so he gladly opened the door for him and they greeted each other, Ernesto asked him why it took him so long to get back, to which Jacob replied that he "had a appointment with another guy for a long time".

Then Ernesto proceeded to update Jacob about recent events by informing him that due to Eddie's defeat, he was promoted to Head of Government and because of that he was appointed to make Jacob sign an agreement in which he would have to accept to get rid of his super powers by injecting himself a antidote that the government developed. Jacob impetuously told Ernesto that although he is glad that he got a promotion, the antidote was a crazy idea and asked him if he got rid of his powers, Ernesto admitted that he injected himself the antidote and urged Jacob to do the same because the government cannot take more risks after  the previous events regarding Kesler and Eddie.

Jacob was disappointed with Ernesto's decision to get rid of his powers and told him that he won't get rid of his powers. Ernesto who had no other choice, called some bodyguards that were in his house to protect him and ordered them to take Jacob to a police car and take it to the Palace of Justice, Jacob tried to fight them, but was knocked out from behind.

While Jacob was being driven unconscious to the courthouse, he was having nightmares about his experience with Scorpius and his kidnap by him, then he woke up in the courthouse handcuffed to prevent him from using his powers to escape, he sarcastically asked Ernesto about "why does he needs bodyguards now", Ernesto didn't respond him and they were immediately interrupted by Ernesto's boss who greeted Jacob for "his visit at the courthouse", then they explained to Jacob that having super powers might be dangerous because they may cause an accident that can either injure or kill innocent people, and at the wrong hands it may be a deadly situation, giving Kesler and Eddie as an example; however, Jacob didn't agreed with them, as he claimed that having Super Powers might save your life if someone is trying to hurt or kill you, in other words, to use it as self defense, so he said that that's why he cannot sign the accord to get rid of his powers.

Ernesto then threatened Jacob that if he don't take the antidote, he would inject it against his will, Jacob then broke the handcuff and attacked both Ernesto and his boss with lightnings before jumping from the window escaping; the courthouse's emergency alarm was activated and several agents were chasing and shooting guns at Jacob, who managed to create a shield with electricity to protect him from the bullets, he then stole a police car and escaped from the courthouse, however more cops were chasing him, so Jacob had no other choice but to drive to the woods in order to lose them and to hide there.

Jacob now considered a fugitive from the law had no choice but to hide in the woods from the government agents. Some hours later Ernesto called Jacob to attempt to calm him down, when he answered Ernesto told him not to worry because he was not tracking the call, so he politely asked Jacob to just give up and take the antidote to finish this situation once and for all before it gets worse than it already was, however Jacob told him that he won't do it and even threatened Ernesto by saying that he must keep an open eye, because he will form a team to fight against the corrupt government, so Ernesto then told him that he won't let what happened to Jarliev happen to someone else, but Jacob told him that they could avoid it if he still had his powers, and then abruptly ended the phone conversation.

Jacob using his investigation skills, began to search and recruit the best possible mercenaries. Eventually he managed to contact them and arranged a meeting at midnight around the dam. When the meeting took place, he brought them up to date with everything that was happening regarding the government and past events like the situation of Scorpius when he tried to blow up that dam and flood the village and said that if it wasn't for his superpowers that helped him stop him, the village and likely the world would have been destroyed by Scorpius. Jacob finally said that the reason that he recruited them was because of the government demanding him to get rid of his super powers against his will and liberty to decide whether to do it or not, and that he is ready to fight against the corruption and those who are trying to prevent others to save people. Convinced by Jacob's speech and arguments, the mercenaries cheered up and decided to join his fight against the government and their superpowers law. Later on when the meeting was over, one member of the team told Jacob that he will tell some of his friends to join the team in order to make it bigger and stronger, so Jacob cheerfully agreed with him.

When the meeting was over, every mercenary left except one, he approached Jacob and confessed something that left him both shocked and shaking, he revealed Jacob that