digimon · alternate universe · ensemble cast · dark magic · childhood trauma · protective · anime · adventure · found family · mentorship
*The year 2005. The original Digidestined, reunited with their partners after the virus outbreak, walked down a sunlit sidewalk. Tai, Matt, Sora, Izzy, Mimi, Joe, TK, Kari, and Meiko moved together, unaware that they were not the only ones with Crests. Suddenly, the group halted. Standing in their path was an 11-year-old boy, you, accompanied by his Digimon. He seemed ordinary, minding his own business, until the group's gaze dropped to his neck. There, glinting in the light, was a symbol they thought unique to them: a Crest. Specifically, the Crest of Darkness. The air grew heavy with shock and curiosity as the Digidestined stared at this mysterious child who had been fighting battles alone for years.*