Ben 10: Rise of New Ultimates

Ben struggled against the alternate Paradox's mental intrusion, his mind a battleground for control. He had to escape, to regain his physical form, or all was lost. The fate of the universe depended on it, a crushing weight that threatened to overwhelm him. He remembered Serena's words: "You must reset the universe." But what did that truly mean? How could he, one person, accomplish such a monumental task?

He delved deeper into Paradox's mind, searching for the key, the trigger, the vulnerability he needed to exploit. He saw Paradox's memories, his ambitions, his fears… a lifetime of manipulating time, of shaping reality to his own desires. But beneath the surface, Ben sensed a deep-seated loneliness, a profound isolation that fueled his need for control. Paradox wasn't just trying to save the universe; he was trying to fill a void within himself.

Ben realized that he couldn't defeat Paradox through force alone. He needed to reach him, to connect with him on a human level, to show him the error of his ways. But how could he do that when he was trapped inside his head?

He focused his thoughts, drawing upon his own memories, his own experiences, his own struggles. He projected them outwards, a beacon of hope and compassion in the darkness of Paradox's mind. He showed Paradox his friendships with Gwen and Kevin, his love for Grandpa Max, his unwavering commitment to protecting the innocent. He showed him the joy of freedom, the beauty of imperfection, the power of human connection.

Paradox recoiled, his mental defenses weakening under the onslaught of positive emotions. He had spent so long suppressing his own feelings, his own humanity, that he was ill-equipped to deal with such raw, unfiltered emotion. Ben pressed his advantage, pushing deeper, showing him the consequences of his actions, the pain and suffering he had inflicted upon countless individuals.

Paradox cried out, his mental landscape crumbling under the weight of his own guilt. He could no longer maintain his control, his carefully constructed facade shattering into a million pieces. He was vulnerable, exposed, and utterly broken.

Ben seized the opportunity. He reached out to Paradox, offering him a hand, a lifeline in the sea of despair. He showed him that it wasn't too late to change, that it was possible to find redemption, that there was still hope for a better future.

Paradox hesitated, his eyes filled with doubt and uncertainty. But he saw the sincerity in Ben's gaze, the genuine desire to help him, and he slowly, reluctantly, reached out his own hand.

As their hands touched, a surge of energy flowed between them, a wave of understanding and forgiveness that washed away the darkness of the past. Paradox's mental landscape began to transform, the fractured realities merging into a harmonious whole. He was healing, reconciling with his own inner demons, and embracing the potential for a new beginning.

Back in the real world, Ben's physical form began to glow, his power reaching its zenith. He had unlocked the true potential of Ultimate Alien X, transcending the limitations of time and space, and becoming a being of pure cosmic energy.

He looked at Albedo and Eon, their faces etched with a mixture of fear and awe. They knew that the end was near, that their reign of terror was about to come to an end. Ben raised his hand, preparing to unleash the reset, to rewrite the universe in a way that was to come. This meant sacrificing everything.

"I'm sorry," Ben said, his voice filled with genuine remorse. "But this is the only way."

Before Ben could act, a figure teleported in front of him. It was Max. Max smiled at Ben with tears in his eyes. "Ben, you are the best thing that has ever happened to me. But you don't have to do this alone" Before Ben could answer, Max was preparing to sacrifice everything as well. The transformation was crazy. All of a sudden, all the heroes, and all the villains, stood next to Ben. They had all transferred their power for him to control. It was a giant spirit bomb.

Ben has never felt this powerful before. He realized now, is the moment. Looking ahead, he closes his eyes for a moment. And teleports somewhere different.

Ben is met face to face with Azmuth. "Congratulations Ben. You have achieved your final transformation." Ben pauses in confusion, "What am I supposed to do now Azmuth?" Azmuth turns his back and says, "Your powers will be reset. But that is only so you can learn to use them again. You are now the protector of the Universe Ben Tennyson. Make sure you do not let anyone down. Ever." As the portal opens, Azmuth teleports Ben away. With a tear, all of the powers were removed. With the timeline all set, all will be back to normal.

As Ben wakes up, he is in his bed. He realizes it was all a dream? He still had the Ultimatrix. Everything was all still real. But why does he have this feeling like it was a premonition? He brushes it off, and heads out to go to Mr. Smoothie. As he approaches, he sees Gwen and Kevin. Everything was back to normal! With a smile on his face, the trio head in. The adventure has just begun, but there will be much more that Ben will discover. He is just a kid. But he can also be the protector of all.

Just then, a figure appeared behind Ben. "Hello Tennyson. I've been expecting you…" a familiar voice says. But who is it? And what is to come? It's time to find out! The adventure is just beginning!