"So be it," a voice rang out like thunder in the sky. "The Dark Avatars have sent shards of their souls into the multi-verse to corrupt and destroy. Therefore, my Avatars of Light, you shall do the same. Your souls will be shattered and bound to one another. All of you will be reborn again and again throughout the many worlds created by this tragedy. None of you will remember this time or place, but what you know is embedded in your souls, so you will not truly forget. When darkness seeks to rule your new worlds, you will be drawn together. Whether for good or ill is up to you. Go, my children, seek out your destinies!"
The Avatars bodies’ dropped to the ground, their souls torn from them. If souls can scream, these did. They were torn into shreds and then bound to each other. It was a feeling of loss and belonging all at the same time. Finally, the groups began to separate, each finding a new universe to exist in; each knowing that some day, they would all be together again and then evil was going to get its ass kicked.
We call them cool those hearts that have no scars to show
The ones that never do let go and risk the tables being turned
Quick shots of Relena in her best clothes looking regal followed by a few shots of Hilde, the Doctors, and Alex and Mueller. In each shot, however, they look a little different. Sometimes a little older, sometimes a little younger. In other cases they are dressed in modern clothes, but other shots show them in medieval clothing.
We call them fools who have to dance within the flame
Who chance the sorrow and the shame that always comes with getting burned
Quick shots of Heero, Duo, Zechs, Treize, Wufei, Trowa, Quatre, and Ashi. It is the same as above. In each shot, the group is different somehow. The differences here, though, are much larger. In some cases, their clothes are torn and bloody; in others, they look like Royalty. In still others, they horribly poor, but they are always together.
But you’ve got to be tough when consumed by desire
Cause it’s not enough to just stand outside the fire
Close ups of various groups. Wufei is glopmed by a younger, and smiling, Duo and Ashi, as an embarrassed Quatre looks on; all are wearing Security Guard clothes. In the background, looking almost see-through, are a very serious, threatening looking Zechs, Treize, Heero, and Trowa, They are watching the group. In another picture, everyone is wearing armor and dragons fly through the air. In yet another, pirate ships float on seas and the group is looking off into the distance with expressions of grim determination. As each picture starts to fade, it catches fire.
We call them strong who can face this world alone
Who seem to get by on their own those who will never take the fall
Relena looks very proud as a battered and chained Duo and Ashi are dragged away by two guards, Zechs and Trowa. Hilde watches as Duo is on trial for her crimes. The Doctors blame Heero and Trowa for a magical mishap, and the young men are being burned at the stake. Alex and Mueller make a toast as a kingdom burns around them. At their feet lay Zechs; a pool of blood slowly forming around the young man.
We call them weak who are unable to resist the slightest chance that love might exist
And for that forsake it all
Duo, dressed in pirate clothes, chases after Heero. When he catches him, he throws his arms around the other man. Ashi glares at Wufei who has his hand extended to her. Finally, she takes his hand. Trowa, dressed like a Prince, slowly draws a poor Quatre into his arms. Both faces reflect hopeful uncertainty. Zechs and Treize spar with swords on a battlefield, smiles on their faces.
They’re so hell bent on giving, walking a wire convinced it’s not living if you stand outside the fire
Duo and Ashi stand against a group of soldiers and defend a fallen Quatre. Heero and Trowa, wield magic against a wizard in order to protect an unconscious Treize. Wufei, cut and bleeding, grins and charges his enemies one more time as his city burns around him.
Standing outside the fire
Heero and Quatre are ordered, by invading General Trowa, to put down their weapons and surrender. They look at each other.
Standing outside the fire
Treize, Zechs, and Ashi are outnumbered, hurt, and tired. Their pursuer, Duo in a military outfit, offers them surrender.
Life is not tried it is merely survived if you’re standing outside the fire
A split screen shows: Heero and Quatre charge the men surrounding them. Treize, Zechs, and Ashi make one final, desperate attempt at escape. Just as they reach the enemy, the images burst into flames.
There’s this love that is burning deep in my soul
Dressed in modern clothes, Heero holds Duo down and devours his mouth. Duo hooks his legs around Heero’s waist. A naked Ashi is trapped between Wufei and Zechs; their sweat-covered bodies are in what appears to be a cave. A noble looking Treize is laying on a huge bed in a castle. Trowa and Quatre cover the younger man with their own bodies.
Constantly yearning to get out of control
Heero and Duo stand together against all odds, refusing to give each other up. Ashi, covered in blood, defends a wounded Wufei until Zechs can come back with help. Quatre ties up both of his lovers.
Wanting to fly higher and higher
Duo’s face is twisted in ecstasy as Heero thrusts into him again. Wufei and Zechs run their hands over Ashi’s swollen belly. Quatre, Trowa, and Treize survey all they rule and smile.
I can’t abide standing outside the fire
Again a group picture. All of them are dressed in different clothes. Duo and Ashi are dressed in Celtic garb. Quatre is dressed in Arabian robes. Heero is dressed like a samurai. Zechs, Treize, and Trowa are dressed in the European noble style. They are gathered between two armies. Caught in the middle. Wufei is dressed like a martial artist.
Standing outside the fire
Duo and Ashi share a smile and charge to the right.
Standing outside the fire
Heero takes one look at the foolish pair, smiles to himself, and follows.
Life is not tried it is merely survived if you’re standing outside the fire
Wufei shakes his head. Foolish youngsters. The leaders of the armies on the right, Relena, Alex, Mueller, and Doctor J, stare in shock.
Standing outside the fire
Wufei lets Ashi get about half way to the army and then joins her. They share a sly smile.
Standing outside the fire
Zechs shrugs and charges the army on the left, his hands glowing an angry red.
Life is not tried it is merely survived if you’re standing outside the fire
Treize laughs at his impulsive lovers.
Standing outside the fire
He shifts forms and where he stood, a dragon now stands. It takes to the sky with a roar.
Standing outside the fire
Quatre and Trowa look at each other and realize they are the last ones. With a fierce battle cry, the two men converge on the left side army.
Life is not tried it is merely survived if you’re standing outside the fire
The leaders of the army on the left, Doctors, O, S, and G, feel their mouths fall open. This isn’t what was supposed to happen.
As the music runs down, the battle progresses. Duo and Ashi cut a path through the enemy, even as Heero and Wufei move like wraiths through the main body. Treize breathes fire on those at the edges, further cutting down the numbers. Zechs casts magic after magic, turning men into frogs, trees, and killing others outright. Trowa and Quatre fight back to back, killing any who come near. Fire starts at the edge of the screen and as it covers everything, faces appear in the fire. Duo, grinning like a mad man; Ashi, looking content; Heero, glaring for all he is worth, but with a little smile at the edges of his mouth; Trowa, staring ahead; Quatre, seeming helpless and innocent, but with a his eyes glowing from an inner fire; Zechs, looking very smug; and Treize, looking superior and noble. Then the fire burns away everything but itself.