The Scythe of Souls

MS Jennifer and Rose To put it simply,  is to Phantom's Wrath what Danganronpa Killcross is to The Second RNW Killing Game (Hell Yeah). In other words, it is a novelization of Phantom's Wrath. If you need any information on the story, you may get answers on that page. The story is mostly lead by, but is being co-written by Jennifer and maybe. This is a third-person story. In other words, it's not written in the perspective of any characters. Kinda sad, but with how the story pans out, I don't think a first-person writing could work at all.

The story is still in progress. It has currently not caught up with the original roleplay.

Okay, with that out of the way, LET'S GFOOOOOOOOOO! *Does a backflip and knocks over a bookshelf, causing a domino effect that destroys the entire room*

Prologue
A wizard by the name of Bean was seeking hostile robots in the swamp, as he heard of a particularly dangerous one roaming around in the swamp. In spite of his thorough searching, he couldn't find it.

"Come on," sighed Bean, "I could've sworn there was one here."

As soon as he spoke, he heard a tree rustling nearby, and his heart sank. He was fully expecting to get ambushed by this creature. He knew he needed some help with this one. "Okay... Looks like I found it, Lucas," he whimpered, "I could use a bit of help with this one..."

He heard more rustling, and his brother was nowhere to be found. "Alright, Lucas, this isn't funny," he said. The rustling continued, and Bean grew even more worried. "Lucas, please, I need your help."

Unfortunately, Lucas still did not arrive, even as the movement in the trees intensified. Bean worried for himself and his brother. What if this thing killed Lucas? What if it was about to take him next? As the questions filled his mind, the noises started to get closer... and closer... Bean was desperate this time. He shouted "Lucas! I need you here right now!"

Unfortunately, all that responded was a shadowy figure, leaping out of the trees behind him. Bean turned around, and before he could fight back, the figure dug a scythe straight into his chest.

Shortly after, Lucas finally arrived. "Okay, Bean. I'm here now, no need to shout," he said, before failing to find his brother. "Really, Bean?" he sighed, "You demand my presence, and then hide as I arrive?" Lucas was still unaware of his brother's fate. After a few seconds, he started to worry. "Bean? Yoo-hoo? You can come out now..."

No response.

"Bean?"

Still no response.

"Bean!?" "BEAN!?!?"

Chapter 1: When the moon is fat
Day 1:

Moon Snail sat in his house, living his life as normal, before Freddy Freaker broke through his door.

"Frederick what the hell?" said Moon Snail. Freddy approached him with a letter in his hands. "I was told to send this to you," the gremlin said, "so here you go." Freddy handed him the letter and left, magically repairing the door on his way out. Moon Snail, obviously confused, opened the letter.

"Meet me at the swamp tomorrow. You'll see what happens."

Moon Snail didn't think much of this ominous letter, but thought nothing truly terrible could happen if he did so. He pocketed the letter and went through with the rest of his day.

Day 2:

It was the dead of night. Moon Snail did as the letter asked and arrived at the swamp. "So... I'm here. At the swamp," he announced, "What do you want?"

His question was answered by a clot of purple smoke, which faded away to reveal the shadowy figure.

"Ah, greetings," they stated formally, "I've been waiting for you, Moon Snail."

Moon Snail was unfamiliar with this character, but they did not intimidate him, as he's faced worse monsters in his time. He only asked a simple question, "New swamp who dis."

"My name is not important. You may call me Phantom."

"... Okay?"

"Now, I have called you here for one reason."

"What is it?"

"..."

"C'mon, don't leave me waiting."

"I need your soul."

This took Moon Snail by surprise, but didn't scare him. "Excuse me?" he hissed. Phantom chuckled, "With your soul in my grasp, my plan will be one step closer to completion. In addition, you will become my powerful minion." Moon Snail was still skeptical, and retorted "And how are you going to do that?"

Phantom did not say a word. They responded by pulling a scythe out of nowhere. This was enough to startle the Zangoose boy. "You fool," Phantom said ominously, "You will never be able to resist my wrath." Moon Snail started to backpedal, "G-get away from me!" Phantom brushed off this bargain. "You should be looking forward to this," they threatened, "I will give you more power than you could possibly imagine!"

"No, don't!"

But he couldn't stop them. Phantom sliced into Moon Snail, stealing his soul as they pulled it out. "Perfect," Phantom proudly said to themself, "You'll make for a useful troop."

Little My heard Moon Snail begging for his life, and entered the scene. "I heard screaming," she said, before learning exactly what happened. "Neeeeevermind," she whimpered, before backing out of the scene.

Phantom ignored her entrance, and channeled dark energy into Moon Snail's lifeless body. This brought him to life in a new, grotesque form. "Behold, your new strength," Phantom explained, "You can see now that your soul was a small price to pay, right?"

"Yes... this feels good," Moon Snail growled, "I am yours to command."

"Excellent..."

By coincidence, Tommy Turnbull was also in the swamp, and heard the commotion. He ran in to find out exactly what happened. "What the heck!?" he exclaimed as he saw Moon Snail's new form, "Moon Snail!?!?"

Phantom turned to him and glared menacingly. "W-What’s going on?" Tommy responded, "What did you do to my friend?"

"... Don't you see? I improved upon him."

"Why?"

"It's all part of the plan."

Phantom's ambiguity frustrated Tommy. "Alright buddy," he snapped, "tell me what your plan is."

Phantom refused to say anything about their plan, further frustrating the Turnbull. "Well then, let my friend go!" he said with more anger.

"That's enough!" Phantom shouted, "I've already grown tired of your presence. Moon Snail, get him."

The corrupted Zangoose boy approached Tommy. Tommy whined, "Moon Snail! Snap out of it!"

"Snap out of it? Ha! You wouldn't know a blessing if it was dangled in front of your face!"

"M-Moon Snail..."

"Now, this once, I'll give you a choice. Either you can kneel and accept this gift, or flee at once, and tell no one."

Tommy was frightened, but intrigued. "W-What’s the gift...?"

Phantom stepped in to elaborate, "The same one I presented your friend with. Indescribable power and intellect... only at the cost of your soul."

"My soul!? Yeah, no!" Tommy refuted, before thinking about it. "Or... maybe I should take it... Tommy just make up your mind!" He conflicted with himself. In the end, he took the gamble. "Fine! I’ll take up the offer..."

"Wise choice."

"WHAT IS GOING ON HERE!?" Little My screamed as she returned, "ARE YOU REALLY GONNA FALL FOR SOME SICKOS TRAP?" Before she could stop the two, Phantom stabbed into Tommy with their scythe, and turned them into a phantom minion, just like they did with Moon Snail. "OH COME ON!" Little My screamed in frustration.

This grabbed Phantom's attention. They faced the mymble in the same way they faced Tommy. "So... you witnessed this all as well?"

"Um... y-yeah..." My whimpered.

"Hmm..." Phantom pondered, "Maybe I can turn you into a minion as well!"

"No! Never!" Little My responded.

"Then LEAVE. And tell NOBODY."

Little My growled at them, before departing, telling no one of Moon Snail and Tommy's fate.

Chapter 2: Awareness Rises
(To be continued lol)