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From the Depths of the Dark

Summary:

He deserved better than wearing the crown that he never knew he would have. He deserved better than having the darkness plague him whole. Two broken people find each other in an unlikely world, and try to mend what they have lost.

In which King Leo meets the Skadi-wielding Takumi in the Kingdom of Askr.

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Chapter 1: Prologue: Summoning Leo

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NOTICE:

【Special Heroes: From the Alternative】

Active XX/XX/XX at 4:00PM to XX/XX/XX at 3:59PM

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“Somehow, fate has set me for this path.

I have never really thought that I would end up this way.

But you have chosen me to be by your side,

So with everything I have, I will fight!”

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Unlikely heroes from another time have come together!

These Special Heroes are part of a 5★ Focus. In new summoning events, the first time you summon, you won’t have to use an Orb!

The Paralogue From the Alternative feature these Special Heroes. There are related special quests available for the active period listed above too.

What’s more, to celebrate these new Heroes, you can receive up to 10 Orbs from XX/XX/XX at 4:00PM to XX/XX/XX at 3:59PM through Log-In Bonuses!

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Here are the Special Heroes!

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Leo: Sorcerous King

The talented Nohrian King who wields the divine tome Brynhildr. Thinks of his family often.

Skills learnable at 5★:

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“I am Leo, wielder of the divine tome, Brynhildr, and King of Nohr. You have called me to fight with you, and you have my interest.”

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Takumi: Darkened Prince

Prince of Hoshido who now wields the bow, Skadi. Much louder and resentful.

Skills learnable at 5★:

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“Takumi. Prince of Hoshido. ...Hope I can be of use.”

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Hinoka: Feisty Queen

Hoshidan queen who prefers battles over court life. She has matured more since becoming the Queen.

Skills learnable at 5★:

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“I am Hinoka, the Queen of Hoshido. I miss fighting in the battlefield, so I hope you use me well!”

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Elise: Shining Bloom

Princess of Nohr who adores her siblings. She just wants her family together.

Skills learnable at 5★:

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“Hello! I’m Elise from Nohr, and I’m ready to help! Is my family here?”

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Summon?

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[No]

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Leo opens his eyes and he finds himself in an unfamiliar realm.

He first notices the big, blue sky above him and the cool wind breezing by his face. The floor below is made of stone, and he turns around to see a tree-shaped statue behind him with a hole at the center. He touches his shoulders, and he feels the heavy weight of his cape. A crown perches on top of his head. It feels heavy too.

He looks in front of him and a hooded figure stands before him. They wear a robe of white and gold, and they hold something in their hand, though Leo can’t pinpoint what kind of item it is. A divine weapon, perhaps?

That’s when he remembers: a voice had called for help, called for Leo to help them in their fight. A war in another world has taken place, and the voice calls for the aid of heroes from different worlds to come along to the journey. Curious, he answered their summons, and now, here he stands, with his tome, cape, and the heavy crown with him.

“I am Leo, wielder of the divine tome, Brynhildr, and King of Nohr.” He introduces himself and the figure flinches a little, their mouth left agape open as Leo continues, “You have called me to fight with you, and you have my interest.”

Almost immediately, he watches as the figure jumps up in joy, shocking Leo from where he stands. They run up to Leo immediately and they take his hand, shaking it furiously with theirs. Leo notes how their hand feels warm, and it’s been quite a while since he held a hand so warm, “I’m so glad to have you, Leo! Let’s work hard together in this war!”

Leo doesn’t know what to say at first. He bites his lip softly and feels his free hand shaking. But their hand is warm and their smile is welcoming, so Leo smiles for the first time in a while and nods to their words.

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Leo learns of many new things of this world. He was summoned to the Order of Heroes from the Kingdom of Askr to aid in the war against the Emblian Empire. He meets with the royal siblings of the kingdom, Prince Alfonse and Princess Shareena, and they’re friendly and sweet. Along with the royal siblings, he meets Anna, a peppy, red-haired girl who looks familiar to King Leo’s eyes. And there is Kiran, the one who had summoned for him, who is all smiles and laughter as they guide Leo around the castle.

Kiran leads him to the Order of Heroes meeting room to let King Leo be acquainted with the other members. Kiran opens the double doors—albeit with slight difficulty, and Leo is met with a grand, marble white hall, with columns that stand high at the sides. Blue and gold drapes are raised high, with the Askrian crest in gold. From where he stands on the floor up until the end of the hall, a carpet in blue and gold as well lines up. Along with Kiran, he takes careful steps walking to the end of the hall, curious eyes looking at him. The two reach the end of the hallway and come face to face with the current leader of the group of Heroes summoned by Kiran.

“This is Frederick! He’s my dearest and most trusted unit in the Order of Heroes.” Kiran introduces him to Leo with a wide grin. The man named Frederick who wears...an open, blue shirt and shorts. In his hand, he holds a net full of nothing but...shells? Leo tilts his head as he observes him from head to toe. A man in an attire meant for the hot beaches is Kiran’s most trusted unit, how interesting indeed. Frederick gives off a very refined and dignified vibe though. With a smile, he introduces himself to him and Leo makes his very first Hero acquaintance.

After engaging in small talk with Frederick, Kiran leaves him to meet the other Heroes afterwards. He goes down the few stairs steps, and all of a sudden, is swarmed around by curious eyes. Names fly around him and they ask him too many things, but then something—no, someone...catches his attention. It was a familiar face, an almost too familiar face . It’s been too long since he has seen that face. He feels his stomach flutters and he feels the butterflies, his body tenses as they stare at each other’s eyes, and the person smiles ever so sweetly as always.

“...C-Camilla?!” He finally speaks, in a tone much louder than usual.

“Leo!” She exclaims happily and she runs to Leo, wrapping her arms around him tightly to a warm embrace. Leo returns the gesture, and he feels a small tug in his heartstrings. Suddenly, he forgets how heavy his crown and cape is and only wants focus being with his beloved older sister again. His hug with Camilla tightens and Leo feels his eyes slowly grow watery.

He misses Camilla. Her loving affection, her smile, and the warm embraces she gives. He doesn’t say it because he is never one to be openly affectionate.

Leo feels the warmth of his elder sister's embrace and he thinks of the many things he misses.

Notes:

i just want to clarify that skadi!takumi isn't exactly like how he really is in canon, but rather his inferiority complex and fears are more amplified to the point he can no longer wield the fujin yumi. he doesn't appear here yet but, i just need to point this out b4 some people start asking questions.

also, other characters that will appear here are based from my own feh roster, with a bit of tweaks...you'll understand what i mean hahah

originally a one-shot that would reach 10k+ words, i realized that it would be hard to let this au idea remain as a one-shot because it would take more than one whole chunk of a fic to explore the two.

i never really found anyone talk about the what-ifs of a post-birthright!leo and skadi!takumi's relationship, so i decided to go for it. GOD BLESS FEH FOR EXISTING tbh i wish a limited banner for king leo and skadi takumi would happen....MMMMMM YES.

special thanks to my friendo @reiyeah on twitter for giving me tips on how i should go with this au. chapters will be posted weekly (hopefully), as i already have at least...3 more chapters ready but need fixing.

thank you for reading and see you all in the next chapter!