(Unfortunately, Kirby is not even there right now.)

Yodh merely blocks with an Electrical Barrier, then attacks with a barrage of... Hyper Bombs?

What, you think electricity was all I had? I may excel at it, but I'd be ed if I am seen as just some One-Trick Pony.

Yodh follows this up with a Rain Flush, which also catches Updog and Cosmo Man!

I am Yodh Man! With my army, I have destroyed the very landscape of my world, and all the people in it. And though I may be without that army, I shall not need it to purge this world of all li-

Yodh is interrupted by a pink barrel- more specifically, the one Pinky threw at K. Rool- hitting him and knocking him to the ground, the barrel having been knocked into the air by the cannon of the K. Rool's Blunderbuss instead of K. Rool actually letting it get stuck in the Blunderbuss. Yodh is not amused, but ignores this for the time being to focus on his opponents.

---

Joyous Tower - Floor 100

A Gemini Clone double- possibly made in a prior turn- jumps in the way of the attack, taking the damage for Beta Shadow before disappearing. Meanwhile, Beta Shadow himself launches three Noise Crushes in different directions, one of them heading for Rotom himself.

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The Void

It would appear that Ashura is fiddling with his Inhibitor Rings...

...*Sigh*... If I wasn't so careless, then that wouldn't have been released again... But...

Ashura then stops messing around with said rings and sits on the floor. Or... Whatever the Void's equivalent of the floor would be.

...Ugh, it's probably no use. I'd hate to just be stuck in a place like this, but if I can't control this curse, then...

...So. You're the one responsible for the outburst of Temporal Leakage in Wood Zone.

...*Sigh* Yeah... I-
Say, wait... I think I know who you are. Missingno., right?

...

...Hey, come on. It's rude to not respond to people trying to talk to you, you know.

..........Do I?

Huh?

I try very hard to actually understand these people. Back when I was simply planning to destroy Arceus, things were... simple. And then I decided that I should try and find myself an ally, a partner to have my back in the more dangerous times.* But even after turning Techno into an emotionless combat machine, and converting several others into obedient allies free from the illusions of reality, not a single person was capable of doing simple tasks**... And when I punished Techno for his shortcomings***, he not only regains the personality I've worked so hard to remove, but he also plots against me****. And eventually, at what should've been my journey's end...

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*Reference: A Fighting Game Moveset Maker with a Storyline... Kinda, Page 2, Post #17 and Page 3, Post #2.
**Reference: Robot Master Mystery Dungeon's initial run. (Page 18, Post #8, Page 20, Post #20, and (primarily) Page 34, Post #4.
***Reference: Robot Master Mystery Dungeon, Page 34, Posts #19 and #20
****Reference: Robot Master Mystery Dungeon, Page 37, Post #8 and the original Chaos Zone, Page 28, Post #13.

Name: Techno (+ Returning Techno, Techno +)
Fighting Style: Skill
Classification: Chilling Flame Robot

Punches
Normal Punch: Jab
Heavy Punch: Hook
Low Punch: Palm Thrust
Midair Punch: Jab

Kicks
Normal Kick: Crescent Kick
Heavy Kick: Flip Kick
Low Kick: Low Sweep
Midair Kick: Axe Kick

Special
Normal Special: Techno Flare - A strange fireball with freezing capabilities. Said freezing- of which occurs at a 20% chance, slightly slows down opponents.
Heavy Special: Techno Blitz - Launches a large fireball into the air. After going past the top of the screen, smaller fireballs proceed to rain down on the particular area where the fireball was launched for 3 seconds.
Low Special: Techno Ember - A short-ranged, rapid-fire fireball attack. Deals no knockback, but is good for racking up damage.

Power Gauge
Hyper Attack: Techno Frenzy - Assaults the opponent with a flurry of Techno Flares.
Ultra Attack: Techno Flameshower - Causes large fireballs to begin raining down on the field in a patternless manner.
Omega Attack: Techno Fever - Rushes at the opponent with a flaming attack combo before finishing off with a large spiral of flames around himself.

Taunts
Taunt Animation: Gives a thumbs up in front of himself.
Taunt Quote 1: Come on, you can do it!
Taunt Quote 2: You can do better than that!
Taunt Quote 3: Go for it!

Intro Quotes
Intro Quote 1: Time to mix things up!
Intro Quote 2: Turn up the heat!
Intro Quote 3: Things are getting hot up in here!

Victory Quotes
Victory Quote 1: Whew! Time to cool down...
Victory Quote 2: That was really heated... Hope I didn't hurt you too badly!
Victory Quote 3: Alright! Thanks for the warm-up!

Additional Quotes Here

Intro/Victory Animations
Intro Animation 1: Techno falls down in a fireball, landing on his hands and feet before getting up.
Intro Animation 2: Dashes in while surrounded in fire before dusting himself off.
Intro Animation 3: Flips in, similarly to Beta, but has a bit of a shaky landing.
Victory Animation 1: Wipes his arm against his forehead while resting on one knee.
Victory Animation 2: Dusts his hands off before giving off a thumbs up.
Victory Animation 3: Two flames spiral around Techno, seemingly absorbing “Weapon Data”. The two flames then flies into Techno, getting absorbed themselves, while Techno gives off a peace sign.

Miscellaneous
Bio: After an apparent disagreement between Beta Man and MegaBoy, Dr. Light decided to build Techno as a new partner for Beta, as the 9th member of the Noble Light Numbers, of which were built to help further make up for the damage caused by Wily’s robots. ...Such was the case for a universe of which, along with Techno himself, was discarded by Beta Shadow when he realized that Beta didn’t need such a blatant replacement for MegaBoy. However, something- or someone- seems to have pulled Techno back into reality to compete in the tournament... of which Techno seems rather happy to partake in.

Ending:

Alright! I did it! I really did it!
Indeed... And I must say, I am rather impressed.
Gee, thanks! I'll admit, it's strange how Beta and the others don't seem to recognize me, but-
...Wait... Who are you?
...Consider me a friend. More specifically, one who is rather... intrigued by your potential... Potential that seems to have been discarded, all for the sake of a more "standalone" approach.
I... Don't think I understand what you mean.
Oh, nevermind that. I suppose what I mean to say is... How would you like to be a part of a little... Adventure of mine?
Wow! Not only did I win a fun tournament, but I also get to go on an adventure with a new friend? That's great! I'll just go find Beta, and-
That won't be necessary. Now, then... If you're going to come with me, you're going to need some... Adjustments.

Fish time.

Basic Info

Name: Bass (+ Bass Devil)
Fighting Style: Power
Classification: Strongest Challenger Robot

Punches
Normal Punch: Jab
Heavy Punch: Hook
Low Punch: Chop
Midair Punch: Double-arm Hammer

Kicks
Normal Kick: Side Kick
Heavy Kick: Roundhouse Kick
Low Kick: Knee
Midair Kick: Knee

Special
Normal Special: Bass Buster
Heavy Special: Noise Crush/Tengu Blade/Solar Blaze
Low Special: Switch Weapons - Changes Bass' Heavy Special

Power Gauge
Hyper Attack: Treble Rotary - Bass' equivalent to the Rush Drill.
Ultra Attack: Bass Fortissimo - Bass surrounds himself in a purple flame as large, blue crosses rise from the flames, spiraling in the air to damage the opponent (Akin to Castlevania's Grand Cross).
Omega Attack: Treble Boost - Bass merges with Treble via Adaptor technology. Bass can hover, and his buster becomes a spreadshot, though the charged shots are individually weaker.
Transformation Omega Attack: Bass Meteor - Bass fires into the air, causing large charged shots to fall directly on the opponent's location. Bass reverts to normal afterwards.

Taunts
Taunt Animation: Bass crosses his arms.
Taunt Quote 1: Tch!
Taunt Quote 2: Hmph.
Taunt Quote 3: Worthless...

Intro Quotes
Intro Quote 1: Worthless trash... Out of my way!
Intro Quote 2: I'll crush ANYONE who gets in my way!
Intro Quote 3: You wanna fight!? Fine then!

Victory Quotes
Victory Quote 1: See now how far below me you are!
Victory Quote 2: I am the strongest... Nobody is greater than I!
Victory Quote 3: Send me a REAL challenge. Stop wasting my time with worthless trash!

Additional Quotes Here

Intro/Victory Animations
Intro Animation 1: Warps in, then pounds a fist into his palm.
Intro Animation 2: Flies in on Treble, hopping off before pulling a "bring it" gesture.
Intro Animation 3: Walks in with his arms crossed, before doing a slashing movement with his arm before getting into a fighting position.
Victory Animation 1: Rises into the air before being surrounded in a fiery, purple aura.
Victory Animation 2: Treble walks up to the screen growling as Bass pats his head. Both look at the camera menacingly.
Victory Animation 3: Bass puts on a tattered cloak (similar to that of his Battle Network counterpart's), turning his back on the screen as the cape blows in the wind.

Miscellaneous
Bio: The self-proclaimed strongest robot, Bass always has two goals on his mind: making sure everyone knows he is the strongest, and defeating Mega Man. ...He has not had any luck in either, especially on the latter. Could the tournament be his lucky break? Eh, we'll see.

Ending:
...For the last time, old man, I got rid of those stupid gems! They were completely worthless to me, after all.
Grrrrr...! How DARE you! To defy me like this... I'm starting to consider throwing you out, you ungrateful bucket of bolts!
Whatever. Just remember the next time you try to build another worthless scrap pile: I will ALWAYS be the strongest.

Bass disconnects from the call.

...Hmph. That's what you think...

The screen pans over to a particular capsule.

...For while you are a pain in the neck... At least I still have SOME manner of control over YOU.
This machine that I have built... Project Z... It has proven far too powerful- in terms of both strength AND thinking capacity- for me to properly control... And that's not even to mention the other surprise I've kept hidden in there. So, as much as it would be a shame that I might not live long enough to see my plan come to fruition...

...When 100 years finally come to pass... Albert Wily WILL have the last laugh. Nuhahahaha...

...Hm... Ah. I think I know what the problem is. Let me try...

There. Should be a bit of a lighter red now, I think.

If I may, Techno, I believe that what you just changed was the hue, not the saturation.

...Oh.

Actually, as a suggestion: Why not use Orange instead? I don't think I've seen a lot of characters that do this sort of thing sport orange, if any at all.

Orange? ...Uh, yeah. I think I can do that.

...Alright, here. How's this?

It certainly works. Alright, I'll leave you guys to your conversation.

Thanks!

What a nice person, whoever that was.

---

Cranky's Hut

...I suppose this was slightly unexpected. But you would be foolish to think this makes your chances of victory any better.

Suddenly, Thunder Strikes storm the entire area, attacking Cosmo Man, Shired, and Updog!

Meanwhile, K. Rool takes out his Blunderbuss, then proceeds to try and suck Pinky Kong into it!

The Void - September 27th, 2020*

...A fighting tournament**. You're offering us a one-way ticket to existence- the KEY to our FREEDOM from this hellish landscape... In exchange for joining some stupid fighting tournament.
Of course not! ...Only the eight of you will suffice.
...Of all the asinine... Why did you even choose US, exactly? Why not... I dunno. Knight Man, or Ring Man. Or literally anyone who would actually give a damn about some dumb fighting competition!
Oh, come now. I thought you all would enjoy being free from this droll, empty place!
Look. The problem isn't that we don't want out of here; We do. The problem is that you aren't doing this out of kindness; You're doing this for the sake of your own selfish desires.
...Alright, look. Yes, I'm doing this because I'm in desperate need of contestants. But if that really was the ONLY reason, I wouldn't have come here.
I could've gone out and picked just some random fighters off the street if I wanted; Or, better yet, I could've just had my own employees do it. But, the truth is... Well. Perhaps I miss the way things used to be. Before the Void... Hell, before even that Rotom guy popped into our world out of nowhere.
Maybe it is a little selfish to ask this of you. But, considering what I'm offering in comparison to what I wish for in return... Wouldn't you say it'd be worth it to at least give it a try?

The eight other figures stay silent for a moment, then begins murmuring silently. After a while, one of the eight figures step out from among the crowd...

Very well. We shall accept thy offer...
...But in return... Thee must uphold a promise of thy own. A promise that thou shall return here to free the rest of us. ALL of us.
...
...I will. I promise.

---

Allegrotropolis** Security Force HQ

...
...Honestly, I don't know what you were expecting. You infiltrated a military base to take back something we've impounded? You truly HAVE reached an all-time low.
So, as we prepare your cell for you, why don't you tell us all about why you did this. After all, I'm sure it is something that the courtroom will LOVE to hear all about.
...This "something" you've impounded from me is a VERY important object for me...
...And I MUST have it back. Or, at the very least, use it for a very brief moment.

Primetime Gemini
Narcissistic Ex-TV Executive***

Gemini Man of Universe MMRPG-AJAX

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*See the original Chaos Zone, Page 252, #19
**The city of which Little Papa Beta's reside, in terms of Chaos Zone, Dimension 1's Earth (of which dimensional mishaps caused it to exist on all habitable planets in all MMRPG universes), as determined in the original Chaos Zone, Page 262, Post #18. The location this side-story took place in was originally Mega City, but this has been retconned to avoid particular conflicts, especially in terms of who is in charge of security issues between the introduced department and the MCPD.
***To save room in this post, I decided to place the planned recap into a Google Doc. All future recaps I end up putting in a Google Doc may also appear here.

K. Rool swiftly scratches at Pinky's eye with his other claw, allowing him to slip out of the hold. Meanwhile, Coda Defense prepares for Cosmo Man's attack, with Surge right behind him, as Yodh uses his rapier to deflect the Shadow Blade.

...What fool do you take me for? I know exactly the response you're looking for*.
I'm going to go, "what is updog?" And then you say, "Updog isn't a thing, he's a person." And then I turn around or something, and get attacked by what I'd assume to be some giant dog from one of those stupid internet MeMes**. You must be an idiot to think I'd fall for such a stupid tri-

---

* And this HAS been known prior to its mention in the Discord chat, for the record.
**Yes, he said it exactly as you have read it. And yes, he is that much of a terrible person.

Unfortunately, an automated system deletes Mighty's message before it could reach Missingno.

However, a response does come from someone else...

Eh, to be honest, he wasn't going to listen to it, anyways. He's just stubborn like that. Always has been...

Not like it's his fault, either; Not entirely, at least. He's lived his entire life in the Void, or at least he has no memory of ever having a life before the Void to begin with.



Truthfully, it's all he's ever known... What all he knows about life outside of it is what he's heard of from denizens of the Void who came from there, and actually retained memories of their existence out here. And it's because of this that he fails to truly understand the way this world works... Especially how the people- like us- think. Why we are the way we appear to be. And it's... At least somewhat why he has such a short fuse: It is because he struggles to understand us.



...That being said, it's not like he makes a bad point; It just lacks a good, proper foundation.

For instance, his claims of you using your "gizmo" to steal... The way he sees it, the problem isn't your valuable possession. The problem is the emotion that ACTIVATES that possession... Namely, Spite.



Spite is, to put it boldly, not a positive emotion to have... Having had such an emotion in the past, this is something I should know well. I mean, yes, it certainly helped in the past, especially during the fight against Grey Matter... But the truth is, if you rely on an emotion such as that too much, it WILL end up twisting your motives. Trust me... What we are preparing for is an example of why we shouldn't let such emotions control us.



...But that is besides the point. The point is, Missingno. isn't going to calm down from this over words alone. I feel it is best we leave him be for now.



There's a reason- perhaps even many- why a good number of those who live in the Void longs to enter our own domain. One way or another... He'll come around. We just need to give him some space.

---

...Mere moments later, a follow-up message appears...

...On the topic of why Master Missingno. thought of your actions as "stealing"... Perhaps there's a particular reason he considered it as such? And perhaps Jazz didn't bring it up because of a similar reason?

Just a little food-for-thought. -T

P.S. This... Doesn't match anyone else's text color too badly, does it? Sorry, I only recently asked Master Jazz to teach me this, so I'm kinda new at this.

---

Cranky's Hut

K. Rool counters Pinky's attack, only to be hit by Shired's Yamato Spear... Which seems to do light damage, but is enough to catch his attention.

...Only for it to quickly return to Pinky Kong, charging at Pinky with a boxing glove.

Meanwhile, Yodh simply sidesteps the attack, allowing for it to hit Defense instead.

...Doing basically nothing to him.

Ah, a defensive type, like me... Neat.
I'm sure we would've gotten along under different circumstances, but... Well, orders are orders.

Coda Defense then throws a Leaf Shield... at Cosmo Man.

What? I know I'm not too offensively strong, so it isn't like I'd be able to actually do anything to him. I mean, have you ever seen a Tanker battle another Tanker? It's as tedious as it sounds.
...Tch.

Yodh proceeds to rapidly pummel Shired at intense speeds with electrified fists.

---

Gut Check - (Shield/Impact) Guards K. Rool from the front with his armored plating, then counterattacks. Enough force can break through this defense and leave him vulnerable, though since prior to the Absurd Roleplay*, he has replaced the armor with a more-durable, golden-painted metal; While not completely indestructible, it is harder to break, as well as stronger.

---

*Of which he was an antagonist of.

Seems like this place is getting a revival... Might as well join in on the fun.

I have updated the alts past characters, namely Beta Man, Ninja Man, Sergeant Man, Epsilon, and Beta Shadow. And speaking of, I think I'll kick off my new characters with a bit of a Beta Shadow echo fighter that is quite... Devilish.

Beta Devil
Archetype: All-Round (w/ slight power increase and floatiness)

Moveset

Jab: Punch, Punch, Kick
Up Tilt: Upwards Kick
Down Tilt: Stomp
Forward Tilt: Knee
Dash Attack: Charges Forwards with a Knee.

Forward Smash: Kick
Down Smash: Punches the ground, causing rubble to rise from the ground.
Up Smash: Backflip

Neutral Aerial: Spin
Forward Aerial: Forwards Dropkick
Back Aerial: Backwards Claw
Down Aerial: Foot Dive
Up Aerial: Upwards Headbutt

Grab: Grabs the foe with an evil influence.
Pummel: Claws at the foe's face.
Up Throw: Tosses the foe into the air.
Down Throw: Slams the foe into the ground and blasts them with sinister energy.
Forward Throw: Drops the foe and quickly follows up with a heavy punt.
Back Throw: Tosses the foe backwards, then fires an energy blast back.

Normal Special: Element Ball- Launches a ball of Anti-Omni Energy.
Forward Special: Nightmare Blade- Dashes forwards with a twisted sword, boasting high power, but no shield-piercing, unlike Beta Shadow's side special. Holds more power at the base of the sword.
Down Special: Berserk Instinct- Creates a temporary Super Armor for Beta Devil, lasting 5 seconds. He will still take damage, but cannot be flinched or launched. Does not protect him from Final Smashes, however.
Up Special: Warp- Beta Devil simply warps from one point to another, evading damage.

Final Smash: Demonic Destitution- Beta Devil spawns a black hole around himself, dragging in opponents. Those who are caught then witness Beta Devil in his Beta Diablo form, hovering above them and an alternate Earth. He then disappears as an explosion of red energy quickly envelops the trapped opponents, followed by the galaxy, then the universe. It then returns to the regular fight, with Beta Devil reverting to normal as the foes are launched. Those with 100% damage or more at the end, however, will be instantly KO'd.

Taunts
Up Taunt: Beta Devil crosses his arms and laughs maniacally.
Side Taunt: Drags his thumb across his neck. "Heh heh..."
Down Taunt: Holds a fireball of Anti-Omni energy in his hand. Will damage foes if they are too close.

Victory
Animation 1: Stares at the screen with a sinister smile before snapping his fingers. Right as the name's splash screen appears, the entire victory area becomes engulfed in flames, the background similar to Sephiroth's victory screens.
Animation 2: Holds a soul-like essence in his hand, slowly changing it to a red color before closing his hand, absorbing the essence. "Now, you are under my power."
Animation 3: Stands over a collapsed Beta Shadow, his shades laying broken next to it. Beta Devil puts his foot on the body. "All pathetic heroes will fall."
Victory Theme: Cthulu Saves the World - Existence Collapses (GaMetal Remix)

Alts



Default - Red/Black
Alt 1 - Pink/Purple - Theta Mephisto
Alt 2 - Tan - Phi Doppelganger
Alt 3 - Purple - Psi Foretell
Alt 4 - Lime Green - Limited
Alt 5 - Dark Red/Grey - MKII Virus
Alt 6 - Purple/Navy - Evil Energy
Alt 7 - Pink/Blue - Coda Corruption
Alt 8 - Red/Black - "Devil Reaper"
Alt 9 - Purple/Grey - "Beta Reaper" (Note: Becomes Issoro in Final Smash instead of Beta Diablo.)
Alt 10 - Maroon/Purple - Robbie Rotten
Alt 11 - Green/Brown - Shaggy Rogers

...Well, even if he was eavesdropping on this conversation, what he intends to do with the knowledge... *Sigh* Well, I guess it isn't our problem.
...Well, anyways... You mentioned Missingno. earlier, and that actually reminds me...
He went off to check up on Rika in Gensokyo, right? When's he coming back from that?
...

---

The Void

...And then she just... snaps at me! Like all my TRYING to cheer her up was actually an attempt to rant at her! Well, EXCUSE ME, but it's not my damn fault if Beta Shadow didn't understand what was going on! It's not like I was the one who misinterpreted what she ranted to herself about!
But you know who's REALLY at fault here? The boy.
"Oh, look at me! I carry the Prototype Ring of Spite! That means I can take whatever the hell I want, and spit in everyone's face, like a selfish BRAT!" It's not like we would've said NO if he just asked before he ripped a circuit out of OUR droids! I would've never even CAME if he didn't just straight-up steal from us!
And the worst part is, I'M the only one who's OFFENDED by this blatant thievery of our technology! I mean, yeah. I get it, Jazz did it, too*. But if someone takes your stuff without your permission, you're supposed to stand up for yourself, not act like a damn coward!
Honestly, between this and avoiding taking a single step in Gensokyo, it's almost like Jazz wants people to treat him like goddamn DIRT.
And the very fact he only brought me back to life just to fight in a battle we couldn't even win**... And this wasn't even my ONLY terrible experience with these... Existent people.
The outside world is broken and torn. And the people in it are either too stubborn or too foolish to learn, and therefore are incapable of fixing it... And henceforward, I will want NOTHING to do with it.

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*Reference: Jazz possessing the body of an MKII Clone during the Worship Arc, then later possesses the body of a Reguhalla citizen during the Badnik Arc.
**Reference: Regulus Arc - The titular antagonist of the arc, who only was "defeated" because of being touched by an orb I can't recall the name of- if it is even named- and then went off to dismantle himself. And even then, he is still alive in the form of Proto MKII, who has been left to his own devices.

Doppler Labs - Some kind of Workplace Jazz set up in a corner somewhere

As Jazz is seemingly studying Drone Man's IC Chip, a red figure walks in...

...You called me, Master Jazz?

Techno +
Noble Light Returning

From Universe CAMMG-B&T*

First off, just "Jazz" will be fine. Secondly, yes, I wished to bring your attention to something.
What is it?

Jazz takes his focus off of Drone Man's IC Chip, then pulls out Trimmer Man's. He then turns to Techno.

I have found something... interesting in the data of this IC Chip... Namely, the serial code. Tell me... How familiar are you with the designation NLN?
NLN...?
Uh... C- It could mean anything! Right...?
Actually, yes. One of the meanings could be "New Light Number...
Whew...
...A concept that was created by DaCrashBomber**, an inactive user.
Oh...
Which leaves us with only one other option (unless the forums search results managed to miss something)... The Noble Light Numbers. Of which belongs to 9 different robots, including...
...Oh god...
Mhm.

Jazz then turns back to Drone Man's IC Chip.

And something tells me that bringing back the ASNs isn't just about revitalizing their failed story arc***. This led to me coming to a conclusion about what I believe to be Coda's motives...
...He isn't just dredging up forgotten pasts. He's trying to dig up lost memories of us and the heroes. In other words... His plan is to mess with our heads.
...So, then... Should we warn the others?
...
...I don't think we should. Not yet.
But why not...?
...Because while he was working on this stuff, Missingno. informed me about how the group that attacked them brought up something about a "doctor". And if my theory is correct...
...Then it's best if the DOS Bots do not know this... ESPECIALLY Dyna. Their reaction... Might not be pretty. As well as exactly what Coda would WANT them to react.
...That... Might be a problem.
...Why...?
One of the DOS Bots, Sonic Man... Isn't he a sound-sensitive robot with greater hearing than most, if not all of the others here?
...
...Cr-

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*"Create" a Mega Man Game" thread, Beta and Techno. See Page 17, Post #1
**Backstory Time!, Post #1. [It's one of my older threads that... existed.]{spoiler}
***Reference: All-Stars Arc - The Arc was anti-climatically ended after Dark Prince (a HighTower character) managed to get ahold of back-up IC Chips for the other ASNs. Afterwards, Beta Man arrives to further calm down Surge, and then in comes "Uncle Jazz".
You're never going to let me live that one down, will you?

But when Yodh crashes into Coda Defense- who seems to be... Reading? ...Coda Defense doesn't even seem to flinch!

Hey, guys. You oughta read this weird book I found in Cranky's closet. There's a million-and-one spelling errors, but the plot is truly interesting. Though, I've been mostly busy simply correcting the spelling mistakes.

...Huh. Guess he's a stickler for grammar. (But, wait, why would a book in Cranky's closet have so many spelling errors...?)

Give me that! What were you even doing in Cranky's closet, anyways!?
Well, I wanted to investigate an odd, nasty smell- turns out to be some sort of old, rotten sock- when I found some massive shelf.

...Huh. You know, I think I'm supposed to be remembering something, but I can't seem to put my finger on it...

So, I climbed the shelf. And when I got to the top, I just found this strange book with no title. I started reading-
In the middle of a fight?
Hey, I didn't judge your decision to come down here, plot to kill an old man, and changed the plan to literally trash anything and everything.
-and that's when I noticed: The person who wrote it had the most awful grammar. So, I decided to start correcting things. It was... Kinda easy. Actually, it was kinda like magic.

A magic... book? ...Wait...

...Oh no. Oh no.*

So, you've been spending this WHOLE battle busy with some dumb book!?
Yep. I've actually got one more spelling error to fix, too.

You idiots! Do not finish fixing the errors of that book!

...Fine, whatever gets you back into the actual fight.
...Hm... Ah, ok. I think I see the problem.

Nonononononononono-

You're*.

...And in an instant, the book emits a powerful beacon of light. The shape of a giant head begins to emerge... Then... Transforms into a smaller form? Huh?

KIDDING! I WAS-A- ...I... I'm... Alive? But-a how...?

Evil Mario**
The Super Fighter**

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*Reference: 2K Arc - Two entities- Weegee and Mario's Head- attempted to free each other from their three separate restraints in order to reform into the Anti-Matt, WAA HAA HEE. Mario's Head was sealed within the CD-i Triforce of Courage (Face), the Krabby Patty Secret Formula (Voice), and CD-i Mario's Toaster (Eyes; Later moved to a copy of Super Mario 64, later to be eaten and digested by Placeholder Mario (HighTower Character)), while Weegee was sealed within the CD-i Triforce of Power (Legs), AOSTH Robotnik's Can of PRINGAS (Torso), and- most importantly for this context- I.M. Meen's Spellbook, which contained the head of Weegee and was given to Cranky Kong by King Harkinian, the former placing it on top of a long shelf in his closet. (See the original Chaos Zone, Page 110, Post #14
**Reference: Super Fighter M bootleg

(OOC) Don't worry; He's not actually going to be as powerful as he would be as WAA HAA HEE.

Castle Mephisto, Now

...I still can't believe we ended up failing that project, anyways, simply because our batteries were powered by animals. I mean, the theme of the project was alternate energy resources. I don't see why our great idea was picked over Thomas' solar-powered batteries!
I know of a group who would disagree, but nobody really likes them.
It's been a long time since then... I heard he goes by the name "Eggman" now... An evil scientist, like myself. Perhaps I should find a way to contact him...
(Should we tell him that there is another Robotnik standing right here?)
(Something tells me he wouldn't care.)
You know what? Yeah... That's EXACTLY what I'll do! And together, we will conquer this entire planet! Nuhahahahahaha!
*Ahem* Sorry to interrupt your evil plotting of which we already know how this is going to end* but-
Oh, of course. How could I forget. *Ahem* Please do not hurt me, I'm sorry, you can stay as long as you'd like, beg beg beg, etcetera. Now, look. You can do whatever you want here, as long as you let me do whatever I want. We keep out of each other's ways, and everything will be good. Alright?
Actually, I-
Great. Now, if you excuse me, I need to make a call... Once I find the proper number.

Wily and Piano heads off elsewhere in the castle...

...*Sigh*...

Theta takes back out the Soul Agate.

...And if I may be so bold, I think I know EXACTLY where to start. Insert dramatic tension.

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Cranky's Hut

K. Rool manages to avoid the attack, then launches a barrage of explosive Cannonballs at Pinky!

Meanwhile, the electrical pair proceeds to circle around Cosmo Man at lightning speed, eventually creating a tornado made of pure electricity to trap him!

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*Reference: Badnik Arc - AOSTH Robotnik and Ruby-Spears Wily worked together to create Orcheggstra, then plotted to rid of every Sonic and Mega Man in the Multiverse. However, they eventually became demoted to comic relief after losing the Phantom Ruby, started to have a falling out (concerning disagreements on opinions of other Robotniks, such as CD Robotnik, a form the Life Virus took), and were eventually defeated by Sonic, Tails, and AOSTH Sonic.

...Feh! I'm not scared of you! In case you forgotten, robots are incapable of harming humans!
Actually, Master Wily, I have found two factors that counteract your statement. First off, all scans report that this entity- "Phi Doppelganger"- is actually a cyborg.
Secondly, it would appear that the Laws of Robotics have actually been abolished quite some time after your demise.
Wait, what!? Who's wise idea was THAT!?
The initial reasoning behind the acceptance of appeal is not known, and even sparks some controversy... In fact, some regions- such as Italy- still prefer to retain said laws, even with President Oliver merging all governments into one.
President Whonow*?
However. It appears that the initial appeal was sent by a Mr. "Rib Vinotook".
"Rib Vinotook"? What kind of dumb name is THAT!?
...Wait a second... That doesn't sound like a real name... That sounds more like...
...An anagram. Piano! Rearrange the letters of that name into every other name possible!
Don't you DARE tell MY creations what to do!
...Piano, do what he just said.

The group waits for a brief moment for response...

...At least two matches have been found: Dr. Ovi Kintobor, deceased**, and Dr. Ivo Robotnik.
Ivo Robotnik!? ...Hm... Ivo Robotnik... Where have I...
...Wait a minute...

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Robot Institute of Technology, 19XX

...I can't believe what I'm hearing! I thought we were supposed to be partners!

Albert Wily
High-Geared Scholar

I'm sorry, Albert. But we cannot grow as scientists unless we are willing to work with people other than each other, at least once in a while.

Thomas Light
Independent Spirit

Thomas then leaves the scene.

...Argh... Thomas, you absolute simpleton***! We both know the ONLY reason you decided to pair up with that Noele**** chick is so you could impress her! NOW what am I to do...? If I don't get a partner for this group project, I'll fail for sure!
Excuse me. I couldn't help but notice you're in need of a partner.
...Hmph. Depends on who's asking.
Well, my name is Ivo Robotnik. And I just so happen to be in need of a partner, myself.

Ivo Robotnik
Egg-Headed Student

I don't know... How credible are you, exactly?
Well, I'm pretty resourceful. Not to mention I'm good with structure, design, and engineering. Also, I've been working on a teacher's degree on the side, since I love telling others what to do.
...
...Yeah, this'll work.

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*President Worship, actually. See Page 26, Post #10
**Reference: Sonic the Comic- Dr. Kintobor was a kind scientist who, after a lab accident concerning Chaos Energy, would become the Dr. Robotnik of that particular series.
***Yes, this word is being used exactly as you think it is.
****Dr. Noele Lalinde, Archie Comics' Mega Man

...You know what? Maybe I was wrong in one factor: Jazz isn't a coward, at least not completely. He's just aware there will NEVER be peace between us.
You want so badly to be remembered for something? Fine...

Suddenly, through means of Code Manipulation, a Helix Tendril breaks through the floor... and destroys the circuit! (The Moon Tears, however, are still intact.)

...Just do it with your OWN damn technology.

Missingno. then dissappears in a blink of an eye.

Gensokyo - Outside Rika's Base

...*Sigh* Of COURSE she completely ignores completely valid advice. See, this is why I just don't get you existent types.
Listen. If you think anything of what I said to Mighty just then disproves ANYTHING he just said? Stop it.
...Look. I'm sure Jazz would have a thing or two to say about feeling "inadequate" or "worthless". The problem is, he's too busy being a ed coward.
I mean, SERIOUSLY. The ONLY reason he decided to start living on Shiver Star is because he's too much of a ed coward to face the things he has done*. At least Dark Elf has the ing courage to try and make up for what she's done instead of running awa-
...I'm getting off track. Look, I'm not good at pep talking or any of that , but, well...
There are a LOT of braindead idiots out there who will claim to be "the best". There are meatheads like Bass claiming to be "the strongest". There are clowns like Tachyon and Prontoman claiming to be "the fastest". (No offense, Mighty.)
Hell, there are even pompous jerks who think they're just perfect in general, like that Proto MKII hole, or Rotom. And I don't mean the character, I mean the species.
...But I come from the Void. I KNOW what exists and what does not exist. And this concept you mortal plane-dwelling folk made about "perfection"? It most certainly does NOT exist. Nobody is the best at ANYTHING. There will ALWAYS be someone out there better than you. And there will always be someone out there better than THEM.
Is what I'm saying making you feel better? I doubt it. Like I said, the person who would actually KNOW what to say in this situation is too much of a coward to even step foot in this entire region. So you know what? Here's MY advice, harsh as it may be:
Don't be a coward. Even if you're not the best, it doesn't matter, because NO ONE is the best. In fact, it only means that you can become even greater than you are now. But that won't happen if you just run away from the problem; In fact, all it'll succeed to do is make you feel WORSE.

...*Sigh* But I only succeeded in making you feel WORSE, did I? Oh, whatever; I at least TRIED. And I suppose that's what matters in the end, isn't it? Is that not why we decided to confront Regulus, or even currently trying to prepare for Beta Diablo? To at least TRY?

Missingno. slowly walks away from the base.

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*His actions in Robot Master Mystery Dungeon, the climax of the Worship Arc, the climax of the Dead Zone Arc, and during his resurrection in the Badnik Arc.

Cranky's Hut

Having better known the attacks, the group manages to avoid them, Coda Surge and Coda Yodh attacking with a combined electrical attack.

Meanwhile, K. Rool looks menacingly at Pinky Kong...

...You two find some other worthless rabble to deal with. The ape is mine.

The two copies that had absolutely no reason to exist leaves the scene, thank Matt. Seriously, Pi, I understand, but I am absolutely not a fighter. Why did Devil feel the need to-

...*Sigh* Nevermind, I'm just rambling. Meanwhile, K. Rool motions for Pinky to make the first move.

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Castle Mephisto

...First of all, for the record, miss Rider, it's THETA.
...Actually, as a matter of fact...



...So, yeah. Don't call me "Tau".
Anyways, second off... How?
Heheheheh... Well, it all began back in July-
You used a Dead Zone Portal, didn't you? (Not like anyone else could guess.)
...Spoilsport.
Wait, then how did you even survive the Star Rod blasts falling to Earth and killing off the other villains that escaped*?
Heheh... You think this was the first time I pretended to be dead?** This whole time, while the other villains ravaged the world blindly, I actually ensured that nobody would even know I was alive again... All so I could plot and scheme undetected.
...Nobody knew you were alive, hm? Who's THAT, then?

Gamma Jewel points towards the second hooded figure, who then takes the hood off...

Greetings... I am designated as SWN-000. Though, you may prefer to me as "Piano".

Piano
Conceptualized Maid

I didn't really want to design a new robot, or even let my real assist-bot know I'm alive again, so I just built this one after a scrapped design for Disco.
Now, then... I thank you all for saving me the trouble of having to fix up one of my old bases myself... Now, get out.
Excuse me...?

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*The Original Chaos Zone, Page 65, Post #14.
**The ending of Mega Man 3.

Gensokyo - Outside Rika's Base

You know, seeing as you took that from one of our droids, I think it would stand to reason that we could help with whatever you're making, too.

Suddenly, Missingno. appears behind Mighty.

...Or, well. I say "we", but Techno and Orchestra doesn't really know anything about the inner mechanics of machines and circuits, while Jazz... Well.
Unless absolutely necessary, he outright refuses to be anywhere NEAR Gensokyo. For... Obvious reasons*.
...Still, I know my way around codes and whatnot, so maybe I could also help in this situation? Not to upstage Rika or anything, of course. Plus, there's a bit of an anti-tamperment measure in that circuit that only we can bypass if need be.

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*The Original Chaos Zone, Page 142, Post #11.

Thank you, Phi. And if I may be so bold...

Theta then pulls out the Soul Agate...

...I think I know EXACTLY where to star-
Yeah, that's great and all, but we have a slight problem.
What!? How did someone else get in here already!?
Apparently, these two came in here when they first put down that barrier.
Indeed. And if I do dare say... I like what you've done with my old base.
...Your old base? Listen, pal; This place was abandoned when I first found it. The person who had it last was DEAD.
..."Dead"... Feh. Such a weak mindset in a world like this with unlimited potential. After all, the people you consider to be "dead"...

The figure takes off the hood...

...May be more alive than you think! Nuhahahahahahahaha!

Dr. Wily
Nefarious Mad Genius

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Cranky's Hut

...A-
And what will you do if we DON'T deny? After all, we WERE here to kill off the old man... But any amount of trouble we cause here will be worth it in the en-

Coda Surge
Corrupt Electrical Powerhou-

Suddenly, an explosion occurs from the wall furthest to them...

...You remember why we are here, right?

Wh- ...Seriously!?
No, I mean it. What in the actual . Why?

INDEED. ALL LIFE IN LOCATION "DK Island" MUST BE ERADICATED.

...I... *Sigh*...
You know what? this. I'm out. *Leaves*

Sorry to say, oh poor servants of Coda...
...But I'm afraid that if ANYONE is going to destroy this island... It will be ME.

Devil K. Rool

Kacodemon of Krocks

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Sky High Zone

Oh! Right... I should introduce myself.
My name is Mega Man, of Mega City.

The others come up to greet themselves, as well.

I'm Sonic! Sonic the Hedgehog!
I'm Tails! And the red echidna is Knuckles.
I'm-a Mario, and this is-a my brother, Luigi! And I-a suppose you've already acquainted yourself with-a Yoshi and-a the others, right?