Subject: [FFML] [Ranma][Fanfic][C&C Requested] Emerald Ranma 2
From: "Jeremy Fogelman" <jemhf@wam.umd.edu>
Date: 6/11/2000, 1:19 PM
To: "FFML" <ffml@fanfic.com>

From: lordjeram@ranmamail.com or jemhf@wam.umd.edu
http://come.to/ranmafics

DISCLAIMER: Rumiko Takahashi is the creator of Ranma 1/2.
Copyright belongs to Viz.
Lord Jeram is my own creation.  I'd also like to pay quick homage to
those esteemed authors whose stories of time and multiverses have
inspired me, such as Skysaber, Metroanime and Jurai Knight.

A Quick Universe and Timeline Guide
(you'll need this because this story is about twisting and turning
timelines and universes)

For now all you need to know regarding what a timeline is, is that
each timeline is another possibility for a universe.  As for what that
really means in the end, well, you'll have to wait and see.  Each
timeline has the property of time moving at a certain rate, like in
ours,
it moves at, in reference to us, normal speed.  Other timelines could
flow slower or faster than ours, especially if they have to do with
another universe.

I'll use character notation when it's confusing where a character
might be from AND I don't want to confuse you.  If you're not
supposed to know where the character is from, well, you'll just
have to wait and find out later.

Note: Universes and timelines are not necessarily connected in any
way to each other, but the general syntax will be:

List of Universes (character notation)
     List of Timelines for those Universes

Ranmaverse: Ranma's universe of origin (Ranma R)
Vileverse: A universe similar to the original, but worse (Ranma V)
Altaverse: A universe similar to the original, but different (Ranma A)
Skyverse: A universe with a crystal-clear sky (Ranma S)
     Primary: Ranma's original timeline (Ranma _.P, e.g. from the
Ranmaverse it's: Ranma R.P)
     Secondary: The second instance (Ranma _.S)
     Evil: The evil instance (Ranma _.E)
Otherverse: A universe with a different history, and a different flow
of time (Ranma O)
     Slow Primary: Otherverse's original timeline
Pocketverse: An artificial pocket dimension
     Outertime: A very high (dimension-wise) timeline

In addition, in the story I'll announce the current universe and/or the
current timeline in a header if it changes.  If there has been no change
from either universe to universe or timeline to timeline then I won't
add the extra info.  E.g:

(The Incorrect Universe - The Really Fast Timeline)

Ranma looked in astonishment at the blurry figures around him.

"Huh? Why is everyone moving so fast?"

(The Normal Timeline)

"Wah! Ranma will never unfreeze!"

etc...



Emerald Ranma
==> A Ranma Crossover and a Crossover Ranma <==

Chapter Two
Reverse Deja Vu

(Altaverse - Primary)

The alarm clock went off.  A swift punch effectively stifled the
clock's clamorous cacophony.  Akane turned over, and quickly fell
back into a deep slumber.

A knock came from the door.

"Go away!" The knock sounded again.  "I'm trying to sleep!" Akane
picked up two pillows and covered her ears with them.  She closed
her eyes and tried to fall back asleep.

Nabiki's voice sounded from the door.  "Come on, sis.  Daddy says
he has some important announcement for us.  So get out of bed,
sleepyhead!" Loud music began blasting from the door.

"Oh Nabiki! Come on! That's really unfair!"

Nabiki hummed as she walked away from Akane's room.  "I can't
hear you! I guess you'll just have to get up."  She spun around and
danced down the hall.

Akane grumbled.  "Nabiki, sometimes I really hate you."  She rubbed
her eyes and yawned, pulling off the blankets. "Why can't I have
normal sisters who let me sleep late?" She slumped over to the door,
and yanked it open.

The music player blared gratingly on Akane's nerves.  With a growl,
she kicked it against the wall, stifling its irritating noise.  She
wiped her brow, and opened the bathroom door.

Kasumi lay deep in bubbles, a mask over her eyes.  Akane knocked
on the open door.

Kasumi sat up and removed the mask.  "Why, hello Akane! Did you
have a good sleep? I already made breakfast, so I thought I'd take a
nice bubble bath and relax, before we hear Father's announcement.

I still have to do the laundry later, so make sure to give me
everything you want cleaned.  That includes socks, too, Akane!"

Akane blushed.  "I know, Kasumi.  But these are my lucky socks!
When I wear them, I never lose a fight, even against Daddy or
Nabiki!"

Kasumi chuckled.  "That's because the odor knocks them out."

Akane grinned.  "Well, maybe there's some truth to that.  Anyway,
I promise to give you them next time, ok?"

Kasumi sighed, but smiled at her younger sibling.  "Very well, Akane.
But this time keep up your end of the agreement! Don't make me get
out of the water!"

Akane giggled.  She knew that Kasumi hadn't practiced any kind of
martial arts or even much exercise except for general calisthenics
since their mother had passed away.  "Oh, Kasumi, you're so silly!
You should be a comedian!"

Kasumi snorted.  "I don't think so." >> Hmm, I wonder.<<

Akane winked at her sister.  "Just think about it."

(Ten years ago)

Nabiki ran as hard as she could, panting as she looked behind her,
keeping a lookout for her sister.  She slammed into something hard,
and tumbled to the ground.  Her father stood before her, a
despondent expression on his face.

He held out his hand and helped his daughter to her feet.  "Go get
your sisters, Nabiki.  We have something important to discuss."
Nabiki felt afraid, a strange feeling new to her.  She ran back to the
house, the doll left forgotten on the ground.

Soun closed his eyes and let a few tears run down his cheeks.  "I
can't believe this.  How could this happen? How could I let this
happen?!"
He opened his eyes and his expression turned from sadness
to fury.  "Aargh! I can't believe this happened!" He slammed his fist

into the wall next to him, which crumbled instantly.  He grabbed his
head and shook violently.  "I'll find whose responsible and make
them pay!"

(Ten years later)

Soun looked at his daughters lined up, standing straight.  He smiled.
They would make excellent wives someday, and would help to ensure
the continuation of the Anything-Goes School of Martial Arts.  Yes,
just excellent.

(Vileverse - Primary)
(Nineteen years ago)

Soun looked on anxiously, trying to make out his daughter among the
blurred figures behind the glass partition.  He knocked on the
window, but instantly pulled back his hand.  "Ow! That was really
painful."  His eyes dampened and he put his injured hand in his
mouth.

A doctor walked up to him.  "Now, now, Mr. Tendo.  The window is here
for
protection, for both you and your daughter.  In case of trouble, this
bulletproof glass will keep her safe in case of intruders, and it
ensures
that you don't accidently interfere with the operation."

Soun took his hand out his mouth.  "But why can't I at least be in the
same room as her? I mean, what if I promise to sit perfectly still and
silent?"

The man smiled indulgently.  "Ah, but you see, the specialists are
constantly talking to each other, making sure everything is going
exactly as it should be.  You might misinterpret or be confused by a
person's remark and overreact.  That wouldn't be good for anyone,
especially your daughter."

Soun hung his head, ashamed.  "I understand."  He lifted up his head
and looked at the doctor.  "So then the implants will be effective?
With no problems?"

The doctor grinned.  "Well, she'll have to come in every once in a
while to check up, but I'm sure there won't be any problem at all."

(Eighteen years later)

Kasumi woke up shrieking.  She quickly pulled herself together.  She
was the responsible one, after all, the eldest child.  Kasumi sat up and
rubbed her eyes.  The dream had been particularly realistic this time.

Perhaps Dr. Tofu could assist in interpreting the dream.  It was so
strange, yet so real.  Everything in flames, people screaming.  It was
as though Kasumi had just found herself in some weird world that
had changed without her.  Then she was running, running, with
nowhere to go.  The dream always ended the same way, cradling her.

Kasumi choked and sniffled.  Her dead father in her arms.  Then she
would look up at his killer, and instantly wake up.  It made no sense.

Well, enough was enough.  She would tell Dr. Tofu as soon as he opened.
But
first, Kasumi knew she needed some sleep.

(One year later)

Soun tripped over a crack in the ground and stumbled.  He slowly
slumped to the ground. >> How could this have happened? It wasn't
my fault, really.  I mean, how could I have known? << He broke
down and started sobbing.

(Altaverse - Primary)

Soun cleared his throat.  "I have an announcement, daughters.  My
old friend, Genma Saotome is on his way here with his son, Ranma."

The girls murmured to themselves and exchanged glances.  A boy? In their
house?

Nabiki frowned. >> I hope this kimono is nice enough. <<

Kasumi pouted slightly. >> Oh, my.  Well, I'm glad that I took a
bath.  I'm nice and clean. <<

Akane crinkled up her face. >> A boy? Well, as long as he's not like
those perverts at school, I guess I don't mind. <<

Soun grinned. >> They certainly look excited. <<  "They're coming
to honor an old agreement between the two houses."  His daughters
focused their attention on him.  "An agreement to be completed by
marriage."  The girl's mouths dropped.

"What?!"

"I'm too young to marry!"

"I won't marry anyone younger than I am."

"Is he cute?"

Soun held up his hands.  "Calm down, girls.  You'll meet him soon
enough.  They're supposed to arrive today."

Nabiki bit her lip.  "Arrive? Where are they coming from?"

Soun laughed.  "Some sort of training journey in China.  I'm sure Genma
was teaching the boy our martial arts traditions.  Just like I've
tried to teach to you girls."

All three glared at him.

Kasumi narrowed her eyes. >> Why is everyone I know obsessed
with martial arts? I'm surrounded by martial arts-obsessed people in
my family already, and now Daddy's invited two more? <<

"Ah heh heh.  I mean, like I've succeeded in teaching to you girls.
Anyway, I want you to be on your best behavior, understand? That
includes you, Nabiki! Got it?"

Nabiki smirked.  "Oh I got it."

Akane and Kasumi giggled.

Soun cleared his throat.  "Ok now, settle down.  They're arriving
very soon, so again, best behavior!"

The doorbell rang.

Nabiki squealed.  "Ooh, that must be Ranma now!" She ran over to
the door and opened it with a bow.

(Secondary)

A frowning man, slightly overweight and with a handkerchief on his
head, entered the house.

(Primary)

A panda and a girl entered the house, completely ignoring a gaping
Nabiki.

She shook her head.  "That wasn't.  It couldn't be.  Not a panda?"

(Secondary)

Soun slowly approached the downtrodden man.  "Saotome? Is it
really you?"

The man looked up.  "Indeed, Tendo.  It is I, Genma Saotome."

Soun broke into a huge smile and hugged his estranged friend.  "It's
great to see you! But where's your son Ranma?"

Genma pulled away and adjusted his glasses.  "I'm afraid I have some
bad news.  Ranma has disappeared."

Soun's jaw dropped.  "What? How?" His daughters gathered behind
him.

(Pocketverse - Outertime)

Ranma R appeared in an extravagant and well-designed room with
exquisite furniture the norm.  He looked around and saw the black-robed
man
with his eyes closed, seemingly in some sort of trance.

"Uh, sir, or whatever your name is? Are you okay?"

The man opened his eyes and whirled toward Ranma.  "Someone has
been here!"

Ranma blinked.  "What?"

The man held up a hand.  "I don't know how, but someone has
trespassed here!"

Ranma laughed nervously.  "But I don't see any signs of a break in or
nothin'.
How do you know?"

The man smiled slightly and shook his head.  "This is no ordinary
room.  You see, I built this room out of extra-dimensional space,
which basically means space outside the normal universe.  To answer
your question, only someone with the same soul as me should be able
to enter, which is why I'm confused.  No one should be able to
trespass without setting off the alarms and booby traps."  He shook his
head again.
"Well, it doesn't concern you anyway.  It's my problem, so I'll worry
about it later."

Ranma raised his hand.  "Listen, I appreciate all this stuff you're
telling me and all, even if it is sort of weird.  But what's your name,
anyway?"

The man hesitated.  "Well, I suppose you can call me, uh, Jeram."

Ranma squinted.  "Is that your name or not?"

Jeram sighed.  "I guess so.  Just try not to tell anyone, ok?"

Ranma frowned.  "Uh, sure, why not? Hey, so what are we doing here
anyway?"

Jeram sighed.  "Well, this was supposed to be like a safe haven, but I
guess
it's not as secure as I had thought."

Ranma shook his head.  "No, I mean why are we here? Didn't you
say I could save the world?"

Jeram smiled slightly.  "Ah, yes, of course.  Well, it's a long
explanation.  Perhaps you had some other questions that I could try
to answer?"

Ranma thought for a second.  "Uh, ok.  How about, uh, what
happened to the planet, anyway? And what happened to Ka" Ranma
breathed in sharply.  "Kasumi?"

Jeram looked at Ranma.  "Well, that's part of the explanation.  I wish
I had more time, but essentially here's what transpired.  This evil race
of beings, often called 'demons', corrupted the timeline.  In addition,
that's what happened to Kasumi.  She was also corrupted."

Ranma closed his eyes and tried not to think about it.  "Ok, ok, never
mind.  Here's another question.  How are we going to 'save the
world' anyway?"

Jeram smiled.  "Ah, well you see, I think that you could help me
change back your world.  You were the only one in your universe
who was unchanged by the timeline."  Jeram tilted his head.  "You
have no memories of a changed past, correct? You only remember
the original one?"

Ranma thought for a second.  "Yeah, I guess so.  So what does it all
mean?"

Suddenly the room shook, and pieces of furniture and valuables were
thrown around the room.  Ranma ducked and spun, dodging the
majority of them, and quickly fell into an arms-crossed block which
deflected an airborne figurine.

The room quaked again, much more violently, knocking Ranma off
his feet.  Jeram was floating in the air, a nimbus of golden light
surrounding him.  His eyes glowed with an unearthly red light.

The black robes seemed to take on a life of their own, and writhed
and twisted around Jeram's body.

His voice echoed throughout the room.  "NO! I will not allow you to
harm him! Never!" Jeram's eyes closed and he held up his hands,
gathering vast amounts of energy.

Ranma started to back up against the wall.  "Whoa, hold on man.
What's going on? Can't I help?" The wall shattered behind him,
sending Ranma sprawling to the floor.
Jeram clapped his hands together and somehow reality started to rip

in a direct line toward Ranma.  The room shattered in non-existence.

(Vileverse)
(Secondary)
(About a year ago)

The party was progressing amazingly.  Nodoka and Kasumi discussed
cooking recipes while Soun and Genma played a fun-filled game of
Cheater's Shogi.  Akane showed of her new dress to excellent effect,
causing various boys, including Kuno and Ryouga, to either drool,
stammer, or both.  Nabiki smirked from the sidelines while collecting
bets and interest from others.  Shampoo, Ukyo, and Kodachi were
each dressed to the nines, and were behaving themselves, as they
wanted to impress Ranma with their niceness.

Cologne was enjoying herself berating Mousse for bothering
Shampoo, who was himself enjoying switching between duck and
human.

Only one person was missing, the guest of honor.

"Hey Viol- I mean Akane.  When Ranma be here?"

"Yeah, honey, when's he gonna be here?"

"Hahaha! I'm sure Ranma-darling will just flip when he's sees how
beautiful I look."

Ukyo snorted and Akane giggled.  Shampoo almost said something
disparaging, but bit her tongue.

"Aiya! That hurt!" Shampoo stuck out her bruised tongue.
Maybe I shouldn't have actually bitten my tongue. <<

A girl ran over to Nabiki and whispered in her ear.

Nabiki walked leisurely over to the center of the room and held up
the foghorn she had brought for this purpose.

BLATT!!

Everyone groaned and held their eyes.

Nabiki grinned.  "Now that I've got your attention, Ranma is on his
way."

Everyone scrambled to their hiding places and Kasumi flipped off the
lights.

Akane waited anxiously to answer the door.  Ranma would be so
surprised! She couldn't stand to wait too much longer. >> I hope
he's almost here. <<

The doorbell rang.

Genma whispered loudly.  "Quiet everyone."  Everyone shushed him.

Akane took a deep breath and opened the door.

End of Chapter Two

Questions for Chapter Three:
So who is Jeram really, a pale dark-haired man or a greasy blond-haired
one?
Is it just me or does the image of Kasumi in a bubble bath make you
twitch? It's probably just me.
Since when did Soun get off being so stereotypical misconception
Akane-like?
Hey wait a minute! Why didn't Ranma hear the foghorn?
And finally: Where's Ranma?
See you next time!




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