Based off of my dream I had
Warning: Major Death ;-;
Lots of grief
Poor Mumbo doesn't deserve thisssssss

Takes place in an AU.

AU Notes needed for this chapter:

Every hermit has a power form, which is like an animal or something or they also have actual powers. Sometimes Hermits will only have a power form, or only have a power. Sometimes they have both. Other times they have no powers and no power form. Two people can possibly possess the same power, but it's quite rare and strange to see this. It's not overly rare, but not common either.

Powers needed for this chapter:

Iskall:
Power form: Wolf
Power: None

Mumbo:
Power Form: Cat
Power: Ice

Grian:
Power Form: Angel
Power: Crystal magic (stole this from Poweraph, if your reading this I'm sorry lmao I needed a power. Plus ice and crystal go well together lol)

Wels:
Power Form: None
Power: Can Make opaque silver shields, more of a defence guy

False:
Power Form: None
Power: Fire

Jevin:
Power Form: None
Power: Being a slime basically is his power lol

X:
Power Form: None
Power: Admin, no other power like the others

I will add more to this AU later :3

If a hermit passes away, their power will be passed onto their closest family member/friend as to continue their power line (basically so they continue the chain)

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Grian watched as Mumbo was thrown to the side, into a tree. Looking back at the evil being that was intent on killing them all, he saw a glint in its eyes. Most of the Hermits had ran for cover, but some stayed back to fight off the monster. These Hermits were Iskall, Jevin, Xisuma, Mumbo, Grian, Wels And False.

It raised its fist, bring a shadow tentacle up with it. Then it wrapped around Mumbo, pulling him up into the air. Wels And Jevin we're both struggling with the same problem. False was slicing them, but whenever she destroyed one, two grew back in its place.

X was doing his best to distract the monster, as to give the others a good opening to attack, but it didn't seem to be working. Iskall was doing his best to get Mumbo down.

Grian closed his eyes briefly.

He snapped his elytra on, and took off. The wind whistled in his ears as he glided around the back of the creature, slicing the back of its neck open. It screamed, releasing the Hermits it had held. Mumbo fell, Iskall instantly helping him up, while Jevin and Wels both landed on their feet.

The moment Mumbo stood up, he looked back over at Grian.

The strawberry blonde was making circles around their enemy, every now and then having to use a rocket. Giving up on that idea, a flash do white light enveloped him, and his elytra dropped to the ground in front of him.

Grian was in his Power Form, his angel wings working hard to keep him in the air. Most Hermits stayed in their power form most of the time, but Grian decided not to. It was difficult for him.

He flew in close, blasting his enemy with crystals, that kept his foot glued to the ground. The monster let out a screech, trying to free his leg.

(AN: So let me explain. If a hermit used their power form AND powers for too long, they'll become weak, the heart will slow down from the pressure of keeping two things going at once, and they'll pass away if they don't change. Got it? Hope so cause I'm not explaining again)

"What is he doing?!" Wels shouted.

X used his Admin abilities to bring up Grian's statistics. "If he keeps this up longer, he'll never make it! His body's already weak from the previous battle!"

"Get away from him, Grian!" False shouted as her voice cracked. Iskall and Jevin were terrified. "What is he doing?!" Mumbo asked no one in particular.

"He's protecting us..."

Grian could feel his energy draining. But when he looked at his friends- no. Family.- he knew he had to keep going. For them.

He stopped flying face to face with the beast, and held his hands together. Grian could hear Mumbo shouting his name, but he summoned an attack unlike the others he had used so far.

"We have to get out of here! Or we'll all be caught in his attack!" X started backing away, only for Mumbo to try to run forwards. "Grian! Just let go!" Iskall grabbed his wrist, Wels grabbing his other. "Mumbo! We have to leave!"

Iskall was pained to see the usually calm, collected hermit thrashing to get out of their grip, to save his 'older brother', as he called Grian. But knowing it was a horrible idea, he couldn't let go. He couldn't risk both of them being taken out.

They evacuated to a nearby house which was made not too long ago. Knowing the door wasn't too stable, Wels thought on his feet, and used his magic to make an opaque force field over the door.

That's when Mumbo managed to break free of Iskall and Wels' grip. Tears streaming down his face, he ran to the force field keeping him from his brother. He pounded his fists against it, trying to break through. Mumbo's fit of emotions damaged Wels slightly.

No one did anything as the moustached hermit sobbed, trying to break through. "He needs me! I can't leave him out there! I- I won't let him stay on his own!" The words were barely distinguishable as his frenzy continued.

"Mumbo..." Iskall finally walked towards his friend. The swede gently held Mumbo's wrist to stop him damaging himself more than he already had, Mumbo's hands bleeding slightly.

Iskall was gentle as he held both of Mumbo's wrists in place as the shorter architech struggled to get out of his grip. Giving up on that idea, Iskall held Mumbo close in a gesture of comfort. The raven haired man was still sobbing as he pounded at Iskall's chest.

His sobs turned into shuddering breathes as he leaned into the embrace, still crying silently. Iskall rubbed his back, knowing he needed all the comfort he could.

All the other Hermits watched, after that outburst, none of them knew what to say

~~~

Two hours later, and Mumbo had cried himself to sleep. X looked outside, ensuring it was safe to leave their comfort. Nodding back to the others, he exited the house, others following.

Iskall gently shook Mumbo awake. The redstoner sighed, sitting up tiredly, face still stained with tears from earlier. As they both left, you would have been able to tell there was a battle here. A massive crater was where Grian and the monster once fought, crystals coming out of it outwards.

X looked around for a few moments, before a piece of red cloth caught his eye. He rushed over, heart beating out of his chest. The others gathered around, minus Mumbo and Iskall, who took a slower approach.

X turned to see Mumbo, and bowed his head, moving aside, with the remaining Hermits following suit. Grian was very much there.

Mumbo ran over, sliding onto his knees, next to his best friend. He checked him for any sign of life. Grian was cold, and he was still.

A small smile was on his face.

Mumbo burst into tears yet again.

Wels took off his knight helmet in respect, closing his eyes. False looked away, tears brewing. Jevin stood emotionless, not sure what to say to his friend. X bowed his head, fist clenching his sword. Iskall knelt next to Mumbo, who held Grian's head on his knees.

~~~

A week passed.

A week since Grian had saved them.

Mumbo barely came out of his base, but Iskall convinced him to come out for the funeral. Words were said by X, through tears that threatened to fall. The whole server was in grief.

"And now, Mumbo has some things to say."

Everyone looked over at the raven haired man, who walked to the front, tears welling up again.

"Grian wasn't just my friend... he was like a brother to me. And I know that he'd want us to continue living life on this server to the fullest. No matter if it hurts us. Wherever he is... he will always be one of us."

Everyone smiled slightly. Mumbo let out a small smile as the tears rolled down his face.

~~~

Mumbo sat on the grass, staring at the gravestone as the wind blew his hair gently.

GrianMC

Loved brother and friend

May his soul rest in peace

"It's not even been that long, Gri... but I miss you." He looked away. "We did the spell to transfer your powers and Power Form to me, and in reality, I don't even want to use it."

He felt the tears coming back, but hurriedly wiped them away. "It reminds me of you so much..."

His gaze slowly turned back to the tombstone. "Can you see me up there?"

A hand was laid on his shoulder. Mumbo flinched, looking up. Iskall smiled warmly, his robotic eye glowed a warm blue. Mumbo couldn't help but smile as Iskall helped him up. Mumbo looked back towards the grave.

"Goodbye, brother. I love you."

He turned away, him and Iskall walking side by side.

~~~

"Can you tell me another story about Uncle, Papa?"

A young blonde boy sat in his bed, his older sister asleep in a bed not too far away from him. Mumbo laughed. "Aspen, you know it's past your bedtime. Maybe if your good, you'll hear one tomorrow night."

Aspen grumbled slightly, before hopping under his covers. Mumbo looked at his son, who had his eyes. His hair was the same strawberry blonde as Grian's was years ago.

"Am I missing the good night cuddles?" A Swedish voice echoed.

"Daddy!"

(AN: Mumbo is Papa, Iskall is Daddy/Dada)

"No, your just in time, actually." Mumbo smiled, watching as Iskall gave his son a big hug. "Goodnight Aspen..."

As both Mumbo and Iskall left the twins' room, Iskall stopped him. "You know how proud Grian would be right now?" Mumbo looked up at him, smiling. "Thanks, Iskall..."

As the lovers embraced, they didn't see the faint silvery outline watching them.

"I am proud, little bro... See you on the other side."

And like that, they were gone.

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Aaaaaaa my angsty self is backkkk REEE

The last paragraph was sorta filled :p I wanted to get this to 2000 words but gave up lol.

Plz don't hurt me-

I'll add more on the AU later I'm just bored rn seeya