@Soren : 1. I mean, that's kinda the point; I had this prepared in waiting for post #665 to make it #666 on purpose.

2. Why did this come up with Fighting Game Roleplays? RMMD is completely unrelated to the fighting genre.

3. ...No further comment.

. . .

...One step. I took literally ONE STEP out of my private dimension, and already some nosy brat intervenes. This is why I don't take walks for "fresh air", Ro-

Coda "Zenith"
The So-Called "Embodiment of Chaos". He's in for a rude awakening.

...Oh. It's you. I suppose you're the one behind th-

Coda is launched across the empty void like the waste of space that he is.

...Care to repeat that?

...Do you not realize? Even with your "perfect body" or your "copied battle data", you're still WORTHLESS. And so are ALL of those pathetic whelps you recruited. They were forgotten for a reason. They serve no purpose to any "grander scheme of things", assuming there WAS a purpose for existence. And even if they get more recognized HERE, it isn't going to change the fact that they are lost and forgotten to time... As they SHOULD be. As YOU should be... Evil Man.

...I have long since abandoned that name. It is too... Uninspired.

Personally, I think it fits you... Because you YOURSELF are uninspiring. Face it: A robot named EVIL MAN, created by DR. WILY to be the ULTIMATE MACHINE for the sake of conquering the world, and then you BETRAY HIM, and went off to conquer the world for yourself... In other words, LITERALLY THE BACKSTORY OF EVERY EDGY DEVIANTART OC. ...And all for the sake of some STUPID Fighting Game roleplay* to boot.

You're starting to annoy me.

GOOD. The more annoyed you are, the more you are simply proving my point. And with that said, why should I stop there? Why not bring up your life OUTSIDE of the stupid Fighting Game? Entering a MULTITUDE of Tournament threads- which wind up being cancelled, anyways- so you could lurk in the shadows with your army of Darkness Alts. Sooooo original... NOT. There is NOTHING "original" about you. Even when redesigned, your gimmicks can be summed down to two components: 1. Recruiting worthless pieces of trash, simply because YOU are worthless trash yourself, and 2. Everyone's movesets dumped into one big cauldron.

Nothing about you is original. Nothing about you is worth bringing back to existence. And yet, here you are, clinging onto it like a damn stain. Incapable of accepting your TRUE nature... Worthless garbage that will NEVER be remembered when you are gone.

SHUT UP. WHAT DO YOU EVEN INTEND TO GAIN FROM ANY OF THIS!?

...Gain? This isn't about gaining ANYTHING... This is to make you understand your place in this meaningless world... So you could learn to stay the HELL out of my way.

Beta Team. Brash Crew. Team Sonic. The SFRs. The Mario Bros. They, among several others, are MY victims. And unless you wish to join them in the pile of bodies, you will hold off on your endeavors indefinitely. They are MINE to slaughter like lambs, and mine alone.

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"The Forest"**

Sent back to where he was earlier, Coda slowly gets up.

...Keep out of your way, hm?
...No dice. I have waited far too long for this moment... I will achieve my purpose, and follow my role... Down to the bitter end.

Coda opens a portal to his dimension and leaves, closing the portal behind him.

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*More specifically, THIS stupid Fighting Game roleplay. Seriously, why did Beta Shadow even MAKE this!?

**Reference: Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Subspace Emissary, Stage 9; Has no true name.

Joyous Tower - Floor 100

A cunning start... But we'll soon see if it's cunning enough.

Beta Shadow fires a basic spread-shot energy bullet (of the Shadow Core variety) at Rotom and his doubles!

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Woodland Passage*

Bane, Fortem, and Pikason are walking through the passage to get to Doppler's Lab.

Piiika? (Are you sure about this?)




Suddenly, a net of sorts captures the three of them!



Suddenly, a trio of sorts appears, laughing at the other trio's misfortune...

What a shame... We were actually hoping of capturing those so-called "Brash Crew" twerps, so we could get away with that rare Pokemon...
Well, on the bright side, not all is lost... This trap has given us a rather decent prize, either way.
Still... I suppose we'll have to contact the Boss and tell him to continue on with the original plan.



A talking Pokemon... I thought Meowth was the only one!
Hey, wait a second...! If you could talk like me... Then you must be those meddling Pokemon that's been getting in the way of our plans!
What is it do you even have against us, anyways? Are you just LOOKING to start trouble with us?

Fortem looks over to Bane, seemingly knowing the answer already. Bane simply stares sternly at the catlike figure.



...Eh, whatever. None of that's important. ...What is important, though...

The trio turns their attention to Pikason.

...This is quite the peculiar Pikachu... I've never seen anything quite like it...
Pikaaaaaaaa! (You're not getting away with this! I can escape a trap like this easily!)

Pikason suddenly lets out a Thunderbolt... Only for the net to absorb it!

Pika!? (What the-!? A rubber net!?)

Ahahaha! Sorry, but we've had our fair share of Pikachu encounters in the past. I'm afraid you'll find it won't be easy to escape!




Fortem creates a blade made out of sharp water** to cut through the net, freeing the three heroes!



Well, what else? We battle, of course! And if we win, we will be able to get away with whatever we like!
...Of course, as it is customary with every battle... We might as well introduce ourselves to the lovely participants of this roleplay!
Pika? (The what now?)

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*A small, simple woodland area that leads to Doppler's Lab (at least, assuming Brash Buster allows). Intended to be a Chaos Zone-exclusive location.
**Akin to Greninja in Super Smash Bros.; In terms of Chaos Zone, Bane and Fortem is (somehow) equally efficient in their basic stages as average members of their fully evolved states (Mega Evolution and Bond Phenomenon aside), and can become even moreso, as shown in the original Chaos Zone, Page 106, Post #10.

Before Ninten or Soren could do anything, Betallix and Ninjynx were warped away. Because it is not their place to intervene.

Besides, isn't there a Pump Man guy you're supposed to be worried about?

@Saint :

Actually, Ninjynx is only fighting Betallix; Nobody else is getting involved.

...Well, "fight" is a strong word. It's more like "Ninjynx is assaulting Betallix while the latter is trying to get him to just stop and get a life".

@TheHighTower : Who's to say they aren't equally destructible in the present?

Joyous Tower - Floor 100

...Yep. It's me. Beta Shadow. And actually, it's that whole "fighting me" thing that I'm here about.

Beta Shadow begins some warm-up stretches.

You see... I'm not sure if you know about Beta Devil, but he got EXTREMELY powerful. And in order to be able to face that, I'm in need of some training. And on top of being the Christmas season and all that... Well. I decided to finally give you that fight you've been seeking. Consider it my gift to you this year.
...However. There are going to be some conditions to this fight.

First off, I will not be going Ultra Instinct, not even in its Sign state... In return, however, you are NOT to use the Theta Sigil, or any other alternate form or technique.

Beta Shadow stops his warm-ups.

...Secondly, and this is the most important part... No. Killing. Each other. There would be dire consequences for us BOTH if the other were to bite the dust... So, all-in-all, I'd much rather avoid the matter altogether.
...That being said... Are there any conditions you would like to add?

Joyous Tower - Floor 100

Well, I wasn't here for the whole "scientific explanation", but I think I can agree with you there.

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Acorn Valley

...After having recovered, Team Sonic and the SFRs discuss their next course of action...

...Initially, I came here because of the imbalance of Chaos Energy... But now, with this "Beta Devil" character... It would seem the danger has become far much worse.

Silver the Hedgehog
Messenger from the Future

You're telling me... But what do we do? He was far too powerful for us to fight, and I have the sneaking suspicion that wasn't even close to his full power!
Don't tell me you are all planning on giving up like this. We've faced our fair share of villains like this, haven't we?
Regardless, how are we supposed to find a way to close the gap? We already have the Chaos Emeralds, but something tells me even that factor won't do us too much good in this situation...

Proto Man
Renegade Robot Prototype

Well, for starters, I think you should take this...

Sonic gives Proto Man the Hyper Energy Crystal he had.

...Since we have the Chaos Emeralds, neither me nor Shadow will need to use them to access our Super forms... Not that it's been doing us any favors, due to the physical strain.
...Aside from that... We'll need to find as much help as we can. The problem is knowing where to start looking...

Mario Bros. Residence*

Luigi, who has long since finished up his game of Poker**, is doing some minuscule chores around the house.

...Okie-dokie! I-a paid the bills, washed the sheets, and-a swept the floor... I guess I'm-a all done with the chores.

Luigi
Green-Stached Player 2

...Although... I... I-a have this nagging feeling that I'm-a forgetting something...

Luigi ponders in his chair for a brief moment...

....................

...And then, the realization strikes him.

Mama-mia, that's-a right! I'm supposed to help protect the-a Kingdom!
Wh-what if Bowser and-a that Koopenstein is at the Castle right-a now... I need to get over there immediately!

Picking up the Item Bag***, Luigi rushes off, heading off for Peach's Castle.

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*Reference: Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga
**The original Chaos Zone, Page 330, Post #13
***Mario has entrusted Luigi to carry around a bag full of various Power-Up items, from simple Super Mushrooms to Super Acorns, and basically everything in-between. This is usually placed within a Hammerspace to keep others from snatching it so easily, a technique taught to him by Shaggy. (Yes, Chaos Zone Luigi is currently enrolled by Shaggy himself.)

...

Beta Noir simply climbs up the vine ladder to follow Mezzo.

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The Notes of Beta Noir

Little Papa Beta's

As the crew enjoys their Christmas gifts, Beta Shadow puts back on his regular attire.

You going to be alright?
...I'm about to be fighting Rotom, something I've been trying to avoid doing. Apologies if I have a little bit of trouble hyping it up.
Hey, don't worry. I'm sure it'll end up fine in the end.
...I certainly hope it will. As I'm sure you know, Rotom was always the... fickle sort.
...Well... Wish me luck.

Beta Shadow leaves the building to find Rotom.

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soren and ninten

A lone figure stands on a nearby hill or elevated place.

...Huh. My aim must be rusty... I was aiming for Beta.

Ninjynx Manello (Great Matt, these names are stupid.)
Shinobi of the Dojo

Ninja Man of Universe MMRPG-SJ-1

And just what are you doing here?
Isn't it obvious? I've come here to end our rivalry once and for all! I will prove that I am Wily's greatest robot!
Ugh, Ninja... Our universe went kaput a long time ago! That INCLUDES our world's Wily! Will you ever just STOP!?
NEVER! I will not give up on my Wily like the other one*! I will serve my purpose, regardless of the circumstances!
*Deep, long sigh* ...Will you guys excuse us for a while?

Betallix pulls Ninjynx aside.

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*Ninja Man Z; He sees no purpose in trying to serve his Wily anymore, since his Wily- alongside most of the Ajax Universe- has been lost to the Void.

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...For the record, Ninjynx is NOT the friend Betallix tried to bring. The person he was bringing was MegaBoy, controlled by Joey.

Let Joey return to the roleplay on his OWN terms. If he doesn't wish to roleplay at the moment, then that decision should be respected.

...Well, good riddance. He makes just about everyone's lives a living Hell even when it's not Christmas.
Look. I get why people don't tend to like him. And I still meant what I said to him at that party about how self-centered he is.* But if the chances are he's going to be spending his Christmas like this... Well. I don't want that for even HIM.
And if he decides against staying up in there for the Holidays?
Well, then, good on him for keeping his usual Christmas spirit... Even if it tends to be rather chaotic spirit. But, still... He at least deserves something from us for Christmas, despite- and even regarding- everything that has happened with him...
...And what else could you give such a complicated, self-centered individual like Rotom than the one thing he's been wanting ever since the day he arrived to this universe?
...And you're sure you want to go through with this? A fight with Rotom certainly won't be an easy one.
Well, I'm fairly certain he probably already has Pokemon Sword and/or Shield, AND its Expansion Pass. So, considering he never really talks about any of his other interests, it's either this, or be cheap and send him a Christmas Card and some money.

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*Reference: The original Chaos Zone, Page 142, Post #1.

(OOC) I guess it should also be mentioned that this whole "Rotom goes on a Christmas Rampage every year" thing didn't come from a Roleplay, or not a public one, at least; It's a bit of an in-joke between me and Rotom revolving around a certain screaming animator and his usual Christmas tradition.

Little Papa Beta's

As snow begins to fall (this time not because of any sort of ice-type robot master), Papyrus, Sans, and Reggae proceed to enter the building. Papyrus seems to be carrying a rather large tree... Or so it would seem. In reality, a blue glow around the tree seems to indicate that one of the skeletons (possibly Sans) seems to be using that wacky gravity-control magic in order to make it seem like Papyrus is carrying the tree. Reggae and Sans appears to be carrying a bunch of grocery bags full of ornaments and other Holiday decor. (And yes, this includes other Holidays as well; Business practices and all that.)



*

And I've got the decorations! The decorations, SQUAWK!

Reggae
Core Collector & Local Swear Censor

As various members of the Little Papa Beta's crew and Beta Team- taking a time off from prepares to put up decorations, Beta Shadow seems to be simply staring outside the window, lost in thought.

...

...And, suddenly, a certain pinkish-red ghost decides to talk to him about it.

...You know, as you were the one who initially proposed the idea of taking a break from training for the fight of our lives, it wouldn't hurt to involve yourself in the preparations. You know, put ornaments on the tree, hang up the wreaths... Provide extremely heavy defenses to guard ourselves against a certain purple Pokemon?

Ninja Phantom
Ex-Villainous Spectre[/type-swift_empty]

First of all, Rotom would find a way around any defenses we make... That's just how he- and his reaper- is. Secondly, I kinda decided to just accept this as a yearly thing; I'll survive it. I always do.
...Not that it matters... Something tells me we might just be anticipating something that'll never arrive.
...And this implies...?
...To be honest... After learning that he was in this world, I was... Kinda worried. This is a world where he could gather all the power he wants... He's basically free to do whatever, as long as it's not some kind of world-dominating or universal extermination thing.
...All that potential. All the possibilities... And what does he spend it on?

Beta Shadow creates a one-sided dimensional window that displays a certain purple Pokemon... A 4th Wall-proof veil prevents said Pokemon from being aware of this.

...Just... Waiting. Waiting on top of a tower he decided to turn into his battlegrounds... Awaiting a battle that might as well never happen. Quite possibly forever.

The window dissipates.

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*Any actual, physical appearance of any currently unseen Undertale character is not guaranteed.

Beta Noir shakes Mezzo's hand in response.

Beta Man*. B-Class member of the Light Detective Agency.

After shaking Mezzo's hand, Beta Noir turns towards the Garden.

...Well, with introductions out of the way... We should probably get going. The faster we find one of the doctor's robots, the faster we can rescue him.

Beta Noir heads for the Garden, taking the lead.

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The Notes of Beta Noir

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*Beta Noir is actually a nickname given to him by Betaverse archives. However, since he is unaware of this nickname to begin with, he will be referring to himself by his true name. (The only exception being if I just forget.)

Of course, I probably shouldn’t have expected to find one of the good doctor’s robots so easily. After obtaining some ham, cheese, and roast from the dinner table, I have made conversation with a few robots in the main room...

But, as it turns out, none of them were who I was looking for. Thankfully, they seem to have had a lead on where to look... The Garden. And it seems that at least two other robots were a step ahead: that blue Charge Man robot, and Cut Man.

In any case, I suppose I should head for the Garden to look for Dr. Marceau’s robots... and perhaps, having a little bit of company to travel with, at least for now, could be rather useful, especially since I aim to cross into rather unfamiliar territory.

Beta Noir turns to Mezzo.

...You aim to help out Dr. Marceau as well, correct? If so, I think it's best that we stick together for the time being; I'm certain you are as unfamiliar with this place as I am.

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The Notes of Beta Noir

Beta Noir looks over to Trio screaming after struggling to open a door, and then to Cut Man crashing into another one.

...What a strange bunch of oddball individuals.
Anyways...

Beta Noir focuses back to his interrogation with the robots.

I grabbed myself some meat and fruit, then decided to further inspect my surroundings.

There were some other robots hanging around on the couch of the Main Room. I noticed one of them had a Copy Arm, so I decided to start my interrogation with them.

Excuse me. Pardon the interruption, but would any of you happen to be one of Dr. Marceau's robots, or at least know where any of them are?

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The Notes of Beta Noir

Also, side-note: In case it's not obvious, but any highlighted text without the mugshot is internal dialogue; Nobody else is really able to hear it.