A hole ripped open in the sky. The burning sphere of the sun had just disappeared, and yet, a ray of light as bright as day shattered the horizon. It was a sight that had the inhabitants of the small village huddled together in fear. In this desolate world where the sun was a distant luxury above the rock overhead, the sudden display of resplendent light wasn't a good omen. They whispered amongst themselves, heads downwards, brows furrowing �it wasn't natural. It was alien. But amid the collective dread, a single figure watched the light dissolving in the sky, a spark of determination burning in his young eyes. His name was Kamina.

Kamina’s determination was fueled by the belief that humans weren't destined to live their lives buried within the confines of the underground. They were meant for the skies. Indeed, the hole in the sky advanced his resolve to someday break through the top and reach the place of legends: the surface world. His dream echoed in the hearts of many, yet others rebuked it as delusion. However, Kamina wasn't to be deterred.

The Call to Adventure: The Meeting with Simon

Working alongside Kamina in the underground village was a timid, timid boy named Simon. Unlike Kamina, Simon never thought of the surface world. His world revolved around boring into the earth and keeping the village safe from earthquakes. While everyone voiced out their fear about the anomaly in the sky, Simon was only concerned about its implications on their daily drilling.

Yet fate had other plans. A chance encounter with a mysterious artifact �a core drill �changed the course of his mundane life forever. The artifact resonated with Simon's spirit and paired up with the boy. Together, they shook the very foundation of their world, igniting the spark of rebellion. The duo became inseparable, vowing to break through the roof and reach the surface together.

The Journey to the Surface: The Battle against Beastmen

The surface world was not the paradise they envisioned. Instead, it was ruled by humanoid beings called Beastmen who were determined to wipe out the remnants of the human race. Using giant mechs known as Gunmen, they instilled fear and despair into the hearts of the remaining humans.

With the help of the core drill and Lagann �a small Gunman that Simon unearthed �the pair fought the overbearing oppression. They gave the oppressed humans a beacon of hope, a ray of light in their uncertain lives. Their victories, though small, gathered momentum, attracting other humans who dared to dream. Like a snowball rolling down a hill, they grew in size and resolution.

The Formation of Gurren Brigade and the Fight for Freedom

The pair realized soon that they couldn't pull off their grand endeavor alone. They needed comrades who believed in their vision of a brighter future, of a world where humans could breathe the free air of the surface. Thus, the Gurren Brigade was born.

With newfound strength in numbers and bolstered morale, they resumed their fight against the Beastmen and their tyrannical ruler �the Spiral King. Each victory was a stepping stone towards their dream of humanity’s freedom. They fought not as individual warriors, but as a unified front under one banner, the Banner of Gurren.

Conclusion: Breaking through the Heavens

The Gurren Brigade's struggles culminated in the epic showdown against the Spiral King. With unwavering resolve and unquestionable comradeship, Kamina, Simon, and their team confronted the epitome of despair and tyranny.

Despite losing a warm-hearted, passionate leader in Kamina, the Brigade never retreated. Simultaneously, Simon rose to the occasion and embraced Kamina's legacy, leading the Gurren Brigade against the odds. Against a resounding chorus of "Who the hell do you think we are!", the Spiral King succumbed, and the path to freedom was finally opened for humans.

FAQs

Q1: What is 'A hole in the sky' about?
A: It is a fanfiction about 'Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann', an anime series. It explores the journey of Kamina and Simon, from the confines of their underground village to the surface world.

Q2: Who are Beastmen?
A: Beastmen are humanoid beings who rule the surface world in 'A Hole in the Sky'. They operate giant mechs known as Gunmen.

Q3: What is Gurren?
A: It is the name of the Brigade that Kamina and Simon form. The Gurren Brigade aims to free humanity from the oppression of Beastmen.

References

1. Gainax, and Kazuki Nakashima. "Tengen toppa gurren lagann." Gainax (2007).

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