Noctis and his crew had just received a call from Cindy, asking them to go find a person named, Dave. Their first clue was to check a shack that he was suspected to be hiding in.

Heading towards the rundown shack, the enter inside, only finding it to be empty. They find a table in the corner with some documents.

Noctis: What's this?

Reading the document, it said, 

Mutant Dualhorn Sighting
Codename: Bloodhorn
Characteristics: Red tusks, extremely violent
Outstanding bounty on sabertusks in the area

Y/N: Huh. Seems Dave is a bounty hunter of sorts.

Ignis: Noct!

The Crown Prince was startled, turning around as he heard a vicious growl.

Prompto: Get outta here!

A sabertusk had leaped into the air, ready to pounce on him. Expecting an impact, Noctis falls on the floor and was expecting to be damaged, but heard the sound of a swinging sword instead.

Opening his eyes, he saw that Y/N had quickly drawn his katana, his moves from training with Cor clearly showing.

Y/N: Eyes up and remain vigilant.

Doing a 360 spin, Y/N drew his blade once more, swinging it quickly and eliminating any that got in his way. Sheathing it, he let's it disappear and helps Noctis up.

Prompto: You okay?

Gladiolus: (finishes off sabertusk) We are now.

Ignis: Spoke too soon!

Ignis had spotted even more sabertusk and they begun to fill the room.

Noctis: I'm going all out.

Y/N: (sigh) Try not to hit anyone.

Gladiolus: And don't get too carried away.

Noctis: You're one to talk.

Noctis was a master of many different arms. Summoning a two-handed broadsword, he swings it with great strength, but not as fast as Gladiolus. After swinging the giant blade, eliminating five of them, Noctis and the others run outside as the small space was too small for them to do their abilities.

Y/N desummons his katana and summons out his one-handed sword. Getting into a particular stance, Noctis knew what he was going to do.

Noctis: Y/N, you're up!

Y/N infuses fire magic into his sword, slicing upwards as he jumped up. After his attack finished, his sword disappears out of his hands, which then appears in Noctis's hands, who twirls in the air before he comes down, plunging Y/N's sword down into the skull of a sabertusk.

Noctis: Gladio!

Gladiolus gets into position, readying his two-handed sword as he prepares one of his Glaive Arts called, Tempest. Spinning three times as wind picks up, bringing in the foes, Gladiolus's swings eliminate the beasts.

While the others were fighting and Y/N had finished his, he looks to Prompto, who was currently running away from three sabertusks. With a sigh and a chuckle, Y/N goes off to help the blonde gunslinger. 

Prompto: Hey! I had that covered!

Y/N: Really? From what I saw, your ass was being chased.

Prompto: Shut up...

Y/N: Your welcome, Prompto.

Helping him up, they look to the other three to see they too have finished as well. Gladiolus was collecting what was left of the sabertusks, hoping to sell for some more gil.

Y/N: Hey, what about that shack over there?

Directing his friends to the shack, they see the one the red-haired male was referring to.

As they head over there, they see more sabertusks there. Noctis was about to head in, but was held back by Ignis.

Ignis: Not yet! I've got a plan.

Y/N: Always have one, don't you specs?

The plan was for Noctis to warp to the windmill and attack from above. Satisfied with that, Noctis summons his Engine Blade, throwing it towards the windmill as the sword embeds himself in the side.

Disappearing from his friends' sight, Noctis appears hanging by the sword's handle, gazing at the enemies below.

Noctis then lets go, quickly grabbing the hilt of the sword and throwing it, disappearing as he stabs it into the side of the sabertusk. Ignis and the others soon come out of hiding from behind the rock and engage the sabertusks in order to check who was hiding in the shack. The battle then ends after a few minutes.

Gladiolus: We all good?

Y/N: Yep.

Prompto: Better than good.

Noctis: Good to go.

A voice could soon be heard inside the shack.

???: Hey, who's out there?

The door opens to be a man with brown hair and stubble, wearing a vest and combat pants and boots. The most distinctive thing was the dog tag hanging from his neck.

This was presumed to be Dave, the person they were looking for.

Gladiolus: And look who's in here--the man of the hour. Dave, right? Been looking for you.

Dave: Didn't mean to cause y'all any trouble. Been stuck here on account of my strained ankle. Somethin' funny about them varmints. I gave 'em hell, but I couldn't finish the job. Still one mean mutt about.

Y/N: Mean mutt?

Dave: Y'all don't look like Hunters, but whaddaya say? Put that puppy to rest for me?

Noctis: Oh, yeah. We'll take care of it.

Dave: Y'all got guts, that's for sure. Lemme tell ya where I last saw him.

Marking the location on their map, the group then know where to head next.

Gladiolus: Way to show some spunk. Now, let's get ready to kick some tail.

Y/N: But some well needed rest first, yes? We may get to the location around nightfall. Judging from what Cindy told us about the daemons, they seem to be real dangerous.

Ignis: Good call, Y/N. It would wise to rest before we set out.

Noctis: Yeah, that's a good idea.

Ignis: In that case, let's find a spot to make camp.

The group then began making their way to the campsite, making conversation as they went.

Gladiolus: The Hunters are really in full force around here, huh?

Prompto: So they're the new Crownsguard or something?

Y/N: Not really. The Crownsguard are more for the Insomnians.

Ignis: Similar, though technically a civilian outfit.

Gladiolus: They've definitely seen a lot more action than we have.

Y/N: Think we can gain some benefits by becoming Hunters ourselves?

Ignis: Perhaps.

Prompto: Uh, is it cool we rock Crownsguard outfits?

Noctis: Be worse not to. They made 'em especially for us.

Gladiolus: Even got a sweet insignia on them.

Y/N: They certainly knew out taste in design.

Ignis: In the Crownsguard, your attire identifies you. So wear it with pride.

Upon arriving at the location, they start to set up. Noctis and Prompto carrying chairs and other essentials. Gladiolus setting up the tent, Y/N managing the group's weapons and other items, and Ignis setting up a grill and a small kitchen.

It was soon dawn and Ignis opens up his recipe book. Knowing what he wanted to make, Ignis snaps his fingers and heads to the cooking station. An hour later, he finishes up the groups dinner and presents them with, Veggie Medley Stew. Noctis was hesitant upon eating it, as his picky nature of eating vegetables was kicking in, but he ate it nonetheless. After eating, they took a small break, just hanging out and viewing Prompto's pictures, as he was a man of photography. After their small break, they called it a day, heading into the tent that Gladiolus had set up.

Daybreak soon comes in, Ignis and Y/N being the earliest to wake up. Ignis was prepping the groups breakfast and Y/N was sharpening his sword and katana, finishing the last touches on the groups weapons, making sure they were fully functional and not a hindrance.

Noctis: ..."Like a father to her?"

Gladiolus: Ever since they got back, Cid's been the only one looking after her.

Ignis: Rather more than a middling mechanic can handle.

Prompto: All things considered, I'd say she turned out okay.

Y/N: Oh? Did someone catch Prompto's eye here?

Prompto: What!? No!

Y/N: Suuuurrree.

Noctis: Look who's talking, "Mr Ladies man." You had so many asking you out during high school.

Y/N: And I declined them. I can tell most of them were only after my status as I was a noble. Plus, wasn't looking for a relationship.

Gladiolus: Anyway, like any girl, you just need to treat her right.

Prompto: Treat her wrong and Cid'll stuff his wrench where the sun don't shine!

Ignis: Take care of the car, and it will take care of us.

Noctis: Yeah. The car...

Y/N: Right. Let's head on out and take care of that mutt Dave was talking about.

After tearing down camp, Noctis and the others head towards the area that Dave was talking about.

Prompto: (sigh) Sometimes I wonder if we'll ever sit inside that beautiful car again.

Gladiolus: Sitting most of the day was pretty nice.

Y/N: Yeah, if weren't so crowd in the back.

Noctis: Yeah. But napping was even better.

They come across three valleys and they enter. The group could hear the groaning and roars of the wildlife that lived here.

They head in deeper and find a giant creature. A dualhorn. The one on the paper they found in the shack.

Gladiolus: That's a dualhorn?

Ignis: Yes, but not your run-of-the-mill breed. We'd best make quick work of it.

Y/N: All that meat on it...it would be great with a noodle cup.

Gladiolus: Now you're speaking my language.

The dualhorn then roars, taking notice of them.

Gladiolus: Wait a sec.

Prompto: What--scared, big guy?

Y/N: You should be too.

Gladiolus: That thing's vicious.

Prompto: You sure? Looks tame to me.

Y/N: Famous last words?

Prompto: Please don't jinx it...

Y/N: You were asking for it.

Ignis notices that it was charging towards them, warning his comrades. It comes charging in and Gladiolus readies his broadsword, taking the large blade and swinging it upwards, damaging the giant beast.

Prompto: Yeah! Show him who's boss!

Y/N: I think that just pissed him off!

Ignis: It's not over yet!

Everyone summons their weapons as they prepared for battle.

The dualhorn would charge at them and try to ram them from the sides. Y/N being the fastest out of his friends, he was able to maneuver on top of the beast, striking from the top as he repeatedly stabs the beast. Prompto was at a distance, using his revolver to attack from the back.

Ignis would use his daggers, marking and creating warp points for Noctis to use his warp-strike ability. Gladiolus was the heavy-hitter, but the groups greatest defender. After a few hours from hacking away at the giant beast, it soon falls dead to the five Insomnians.

Soon, Noctis's phone rings.

Noctis: Hello?

Cindy: (on phone) Hey! Dave just called an' said he was okay. Thanks for findin' him.

Noctis: 'Kay.

Cindy: (on phone) Nice work, y'all. By the way, the old girl's looking good as new. She'll be waiting at the garage.

Noctis: Gotcha.

The call ends and the group then head back to Hammerhead.

Gladiolus: So, who's up next behind the wheel?

Y/N: Not unless you want me to go past the speed limit.

Prompto: Ignis should take it and never let go.

Gladiolus: It helps that he can four eyes on the dash.

Y/N: Unlike a certain someone.

Prompto: Hey! Well, I couldn't even keep one.

Noctis: Not sure I'd do any better.

Ignis: Put me in the driver's seat.

Gladiolus: Good. Cause I need the legroom in back.

Hammerhead was quite a ways away, so the crew were passing the time from travelling by conversing with each other.

Noctis: There's only so far a man can walk.

Prompto: Our Crown City upbringing didn't prepare us for this.

Ignis: Pretend you're walking to the car.

Prompto: It's rude to keep a girl waiting. You'd better apologi--what is that!?

Y/N: What's what?

Glancing up from where Prompto was pointing, they see a giant bird was making it's way down towards them. A brushed over them, the wind picking up as dirt rises up from the ground.

Noctis: A live hurricane!

Prompto: That thing's like half-bird, half-storm, half-airship!

Y/N: You do realize that you stated three halves in that sentence?

Ignis: Would explain it's size.

Noctis: (amazed) Awesome in every sense.

After that event, the group finally arrived at Hammerhead. The garage door was open and the Regalia was out of it, clearly fixed and clean as it's black paint was shining in the sun.

Cindy: Sorry 'bout the wait. Ain't she purdy?

Gladiolus: She's almost too pretty for the road.

Y/N: That indeed.

Prompto: She's back! We should all get a picture with her!

Taking out his camera and handing it to Cindy, the group then pose in front of the car. On the left, Gladiolus was leaning against it with one hand, Ignis standing on the right with his arms crossed. Prompto and Noctis were sitting in front of the car, the blonde flashing his hands out as if he was presenting it. Y/N was sitting in the car, sitting on top of the back seats. 

Smiles were present on their faces as they heard the camera shutter click.

Cindy: All the more reason to ride with care. Oh, and before I forget--would y'all mind makin' a little delivery for me?

Noctis: No, not at all.

Cindy: Perfect! Thought you'd say yes, so I already put it in the trunk. There should be a motel on your way to Galdin. If y'all wouldn't mind giving that to the owner, that'd be swell.

Noctis: Grandpa like grandkid.

Ignis: Now that she's all polished up and ready for the road, you care to take her for a little test drive, Noct?

Noctis: Sure, why not?

Ignis: And I needn't remind you to exercise caution.

Y/N: Wouldn't want to crash her first thing after she was repaired.

Getting into the car, they set off for the motel to deliver Cindy's package. Noctis activated the convertible function of the car, the roof transforming and heading to the back. With the roof now open, the wind flows through, the group's hair flowing with the wind.

Prompto: Hammerhead is like no garage ever, y'know?

Y/N: What? Because of Cindy?

Prompto: Maybe.

Ignis: One would expect no less of purveyors to the crown.

Prompto: (sigh) I'll miss it once this road trip's over with.

Noctis: Huh?

Gladiolus: There's no reason you can't pay them a visit any time you please. I'm sure Cindy will be glad to look after your car. Oh, right.

Ignis: So that's what this is about.

Y/N: Someone is a simp!

Noctis: If you need, I could always lend you the Regalia.

Prompto: Whoa! Thanks for the offer, but once we're back in the Crown City, I think I'd better score my own wheels.

Y/N: First your buying me a car because you crashed my last one.

Prompto: How many times do you have to bring that one up!? I said I was sorry!

Y/N: The look on that woman's face was very--

Prompto: I'm sorry!

Y/N: Whatever.

Noctis was smiling at his friend's argument. If there was anything that was good about this trip, he had his friends at his side.

Noctis: Wake me when we get there.

Y/N: Got it.

Noctis closes his eyes, leaning his head on his hand as his elbow rests against the door frame of the car. He begins to drift off to sleep as the only thing he could hear was the sound of the car engine's humming as they drive down the road.

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And another chapter done. Thanks for reading and hope you enjoyed it. If you love the endless banter and love fantasy games, I suggest picking this game up. It's a great game and displays great story telling.

Not only that, what's not to like about the characters? They are all likable in their own right, Ignis being my personal favorite as I love his personality. I love Aranea too, but her character doesn't come in till later on in the story. She is one badass lady. Also, I'm probably not going to put as many gifs as creating them are a pain in the ass. Anyway, thanks for reading and for enjoying it.

-okami