DLN-001

{ self interpreted mega man; post mm10. private; group only. }

[ninjawilybot]

 “B-biased? Me? Not at all. I - er…. okay. Okay, maybe you’re right. I might be a little biased. But not that much so! As for Blues I… honestly have no idea. Can you see him as the type to play video games? I think that’d wreck the image he keeps up… And why not just get copies of both so you can pick two out of the three starters? Besides, maybe it will be like X and Y where you get one of the others at the end of the game anyway!”

[mxgabuster-blog]

“That’s okay, though! As long as you’re not being mean about it, there’s nothing wrong with having a favourite. But even if Blues doesn’t, I bet I could get him to start! He doesn’t need an image if he’s spending time with Roll and me! And the rest of our family! Heheh. Dad says that he’ll buy us each a copy, but if we want the other we’re gonna have to save our allowance. That’s usually how it works, anyways! Roll’s getting Sun, and I’m getting Moon. Which one are you getting? ... Or playing first? Maybe we can trade all the starters to each other if the three of us each get a different one!”

[ninjawilybot]

 “It’s nice enough, I suppose. But… it’s no frog ninja. Besides, we don’t even know what it will evolve into yet. And it’s going to be doomed if it ever goes up against an ice type.”

[mxgabuster-blog]

“You’re also really biased. You’re a ninja and you like frogs. They’re all really great! Roll says she wants Litten, and I bet Blues would like him, too. I... Dunno if he plays Pokémon. I should find out when I see him next. But I guess you’re right... Maybe it’ll change its type when it evolves or learn something that can cover the weakness? We’ll have to wait and see! Man, Popplio’s really cute too... I don’t know which to pick this time around!”

[ninjawilybot]

 “I don’t care what the new games offer in terms of starters, nothing’s replacing Greninja as the best one.”

[mxgabuster-blog]

“Yeah, but have you seen Rowlett?! It’s so cute and round-- Like Beat!”

[mxgabuster-blog]

“I was wondering where everybody wandered off to! Too bad Roll and I were asleep when everyone got home, huh?”

[fightingismyforte]

 “Eh? Sure. She’s gonna need friends, ‘n it ain’t like most of my brothers’ll wanna give someone who’s my twin a chance…” Forte shrugs, then frowns at Rock’s expression.  “Pretty sure she’d want to? I - look. I wanna prove I’m better’n you, yeah. But…” Maybe fighting isn’t the best way to do it? 

 “She won’t want that? It’s not her job. So she can’ probably be your friend. As. For… uh. Me’n’Roll that’s…”

 “Er…. whatever…she….wantsust’be? Eheh….”

Yeah he’s… not sure how to answer that. Sorry, Rock. But the enormous blush might be a giveaway?

[mxgabuster-blog]

“You don’t know that. You might’ve gotten off on the wrong foot with your family but it doesn’t mean they’ll be horrible to your sister. I mean, I know some of your brothers. Blake and Tone are really, really nice... And Quick Man’s a lot friendlier now than he was back in the day even if he doesn’t like me-- Hehe, I think my big brother really mellowed him out. She’s not even done yet, anyways. Don’t write your family off as a lost cause! Besides, if Quick’s any indication you’ll be able to fix things-- Not even your brothers liked him very much, but they’re okay with him now!”

Rock trails off, going quiet for a bit. Poor Forte... He’s glad that the SWN at least had Gospel and Roll to hang out with for now. That said, Rock just knows he can patch things up with his family; Tone, at least, seemed fond of his little brother.

“You’re probably better than me at some things,” Rock agrees with a laugh, “It’s just all you’ve ever tried to do is fight me, so we don’t know what they are yet!”

And back to Roll. ...Ah. So they really would have to talk to his twin for the inside scoop, huh? He winces slightly. Yeah, Blues can deal with that. Rock’s not touching this subject with a ten foot pole. He’s not sure why this crusade is even that important-- What Roll’s up to is her own business, and really... Forte’s not that bad! The fact that he’s standing around blushing and not attacking him is proof enough of that. As long as he’s treating Roll well, Rock honestly doesn’t mind what’s up between them.

“Ah, okay. I know I don’t need to tell you this, but... Just be nice to her, okay? Like I said, Proto Man’s not too happy with the thought of you guys being a thing. You don’t want him to have more reason to get mad at you... I think it’s fine, though? If you guys are dating or not, that is. She gets really happy when she’s around you or we’re talking about you-- Just, um. You might want to try and get on Pop’s... Er, Bomb Man’s good side while you’re at it. They’re really close, so... Having his approval should get Proto Man to lay off. I hope? I don’t get all this, but...”

[whistlingtheblues]

 “N-no, it’s. It’s okay, Rock, I -” As the sparks flare in intensity and number, then die away, Blues sags in his brother’s arms as his system’s energy drops to a level that will allow only the most negligible output.  Even the glow of his eyes behind his sunglasses dims, the optics another part of his systems going into an emergency-conservation mode.

 “You didn’t do anything I was… probably due for another one, anyway…”

He smiles at his little brother, the expression both apologetic and sardonic.  “Sorry… I try to be away from the labs when they happen. I didn’t want to scare you.” Which is exactly what he’s doing now, isn’t it?

… He’s so hunting that bird down with an armed buster as soon as he can. He’ll mail him back to Wily in pieces. Everyone can live happier then.

[mxgabuster-blog]

Yikes--! The sparks startle the younger brother, and he has to quickly readjust and tighten his grip on Blues to avoid dropping him. Blues hadn’t dropped him while he was hurt, after all... Besides, he’s only a little shocked; It’s not like Blues is heavy. 

“It’s not okay,” He replies, frowning, “Not if this happens frequently.”

How is Blues... overheating, maybe? Rock’s not entirely sure what’s going on with his older brother right now, but he’ll go with that for now. Either way, it shouldn’t be possible-- Hadn’t Dr. Wily fixed him? 

“I thought you were repaired, though,” He continues, beginning the trek back to the lab. There’s no time like the present to get Blues out of the open and somewhere he can rest. “Shouldn’t your core be okay now? I-- I’m not scared, Blues. I’m just worried about you... Why didn’t you tell us about all this? We could’ve been ready if you knew that a-- That this was gonna happen soon.”

He wants to mention that their father could probably solve the issue once and for all, but his stubborn brother probably wouldn’t take well to that. It had taken being literally cleaved in half for Blues to accept Dr. Light’s help, and from what he heard even that was reluctant. ...And interspersed with innappropriate Monty Python quotes about the situation.

...

What else is Blues keeping from him? Rock’s beginning to realize just how litle he knows his older brother, and the thought isn’t a very happy one.

[whistlingtheblues]

mxgabuster  “Did Rock just - and did Reggae just - that… that…

“…Blues?”

“Rrr-…Rock. It’s… It’s okay. This… this happens, sometimes…”

Ugh, why do these flareups have to hurt so much?  “J-just… don’t say… nngh… ow… words like that. Oh—okay…?”

[mxgabuster-blog]

“That’s not okay! It looks like it really hurts...! Um... Here!”

Carefully, the younger of the two DLNs picks the older up, much like Blues had when he was damaged. He’s not sure what to do to fix this, but just leaving his older brother out in the open doesn’t seem like a very good idea. At the least, Rock could bring Blues somewhere comfortable while he figures out what to do.

But...

“...Did I say something bad? Is... Is that why you sparked up like that?”

This wasn’t his fault, was it?!

[worstbirdever-blog]

“THE ONLY MODE I HAVE IS YELLING. WHAT DO YOU EXPECT FROM A ROBOT BIRD MADE BY AN INCOMPETENT OLD GEEZER? DO YOU EXPECT SUNSHINE AND RAINBOWS?” Never mind the fact that he just liked yelling at people.

“I CAME OUT HERE TO CONGRATULATE YOU. I DID THAT. NOW WHAT?” As he asked his question, he flew up and sat on Rock’s helmet, getting comfortable.

[mxgabuster-blog]

“...None of his other robots are stuck on one volume level... But I guess I’ll take constant yelling over you trying to fight me.”

Rock blinks in confusion when the bird perches on his head, reaching up to hesitantly pet him. He’s really not sure what to think about Reggae... But so far he wasn’t all bad? 

“Weeelll... Are you hungry? I think we have some treats at home, if you wouldn’t mind sharing with Beat!”

[fightingismyforte]

 “Yeah, really… an’, uh. Twin. I was supposed t’ get her when I was first activated but Doc’s … Doc ‘n scrapped th’ idea ‘til I dug out her blueprints ‘n talked him into it. Not, er, t’ fight you with, she ain’t even a combat model. Just… kind a sucks bein’ the only one of my line, aside Gos….”

He grins a little at the thought of his soon-to-exist sister, but it fades out along with Rock’s own.

 “Wouldn’t bore me, prob’ly, but if y’ don’t wanna mention it that’s fine. Er… yeah, she liked the thought. I might… ‘kidnap’ her soon, fair warnin’. To like… Tokyo or somethin’. Think she could use a day out visiting someplace new.”

Kidnapping sounds better in this case than going on a date, right? … Probably.

[mxgabuster-blog]

“Cool!! I’m really happy for you, Forte-- D’you think I could meet her when she’s all done? I mean, if she’d want to...”

After all, Forte’s twin or not, she’ll probably be programmed to hate him. Shame... Rock’d been looking forward to making a new friend. Well, as long as Forte’s sister could get along with Roll, he supposes he can deal.

“Uh, yeah. I should... Probably fill you in, then. It wouldn’t be fair if you don’t know what’s up, I don’t think... But-- Before I get into this, can I ask...? Er, what’s going on with you and Roll? Blues-- Er, Proto Man thinks you two are dating, and I just... Wanna be sure? He didn’t sound too happy about it...”

[worstbirdever-blog]

“WHAT IF I JUST CALL YOU MEGA DWEEB?” He cawed. “YEAH, LET’S STICK WITH THAT. I HAVE LESS POLITE NAMES BUT I THINK I HATE YOU THE LEAST SO I WON’T BRING THEM UP.”

He flapped his wings a few times before settling down. “WILY’S FORTRESS, WHERE ELSE? IF I WAS LOST I WOULD BE PISSED OFF, PROBABLY.”

[mxgabuster-blog]

...Yep, this is one of Dr. Wily’s creations alright. Rock sighs, now seriously regretting actually talking to the bird. Well, he has to finish what he’s started, right...?

“Uh... Sure, okay. W... Whatever you want, Reggae. Though you could’ve fooled me-- With all that yelling, it’s easy to assume you’re pretty, um... Pissed off. So, um... What brings you out here? I imagine the fortress is pretty far away...”

[fightingismyforte]

 “Actually, I was… kind a wantin’ t’ talk to you.”

 “An’… I guess? ‘s been borin’ at the fortress, ‘n sh— stuff. I’m gettin’ my own sister, though?”

Man, this is awkward… how does he talk to Rock without wanting to fight him?

“Y’… alright? I know Roll’s been upset, so I guess y’ are too, huh…?”

[mxgabuster-blog]

“Really?”

That’s... New. There isn’t going to be a fight coming after the talk, is there? Oh, well. He supposes that if Forte picks a fight, at least he can say he earned it-- Since he’s around, Rock can ask about what’s going on between him and Roll! After all, Blues said Forte might attack him for asking, but the SWN is right there and it’d be nice to hear his side of the story...

“Oh, congratulations!” The smaller boy claps appreciatively, grinning. “An older sister or a younger one? Ohhh, or a twin?”

...Though his grin soon fades at the next question.

“I wouldn’t say upset... Not anymore, at least. Just... Worried. It’s kind of a long story... I wouldn’t wanna bore you with the details, especially if my sister didn’t want to say anything. Have you told her about your sister yet? I bet that’d cheer her up a little!”

[fightingismyforte]

 “Ehhhh…. maybe. But there’s worse things he knows so be glad for blueberry. B’sides, you do wear a lot of blue.”

[mxgabuster-blog]

"Hehe, I guess you’re right. I like it, though! Blueberries are good...”

“So, what’s up? Are you looking for Roll, or...? It’s been a while since I’ve seen you around, Forte. Hope things’ve been better for you than they have around here...”

[fightingismyforte]

 “Don’t waste your time with the feathered buttface, Blueberry. He’s Doc’s pet.”

[mxgabuster-blog]

“No wonder he was calling me Blueberry... He picked it up from you, didn’t he?”

[mxgabuster-blog]

worstbirdever:

“YOU’RE WELCOME!” Reggae screeched in response, apparently not understanding the concept of lowering one’s voice. Or he did know, and just didn’t care to do it.

“REGGAE.” He replied, ruffling his wings. “I KNOW YOUR REAL NAME IS ROCK BUT I’M NOT GOING TO USE THAT.”

...Geez, this bird is loud. The brunet winces, pressing a hand to his audio receptor. Would he listen if Rock asked him to quiet down? 

...If he belongs to Dr. Wily like the kid thinks he might, probably not.

“Um... That’s okay, Reggae! You can call me Mega Man if you want! So... Where did you come from? You’re not lost, are you?”

[mxgabuster-blog]

"I WANT TO CONGRATULATE YOU ON ALL THE TIMES YOU RUINED THE OLD FART'S PLANS. SO CONGRATULATIONS, BLUEBERRY. AS A REWARD I'M NOT GOING TO TRASH YOUR HOUSE FOR A FEW MONTHS. BE GLAD."

The small child is entirely speechless. Where did this bird come from? Why did he choose now of all times to pop up, and– Isn’t Blueberry Forte’s nickname for him? Is this one of Dr. Wily’s pets? Granted by his speech patterns, Rock wouldn’t doubt it…

“I, um… Thank you?” He crouches down to get a better look at the little guy. “What’s your name, birdie?”

[whistlingtheblues]

 “No,” Blues says, even though he’s not sure he isn’t. This is what big brothers do, right? Worry about their little sisters and protect them from terrible ideas for boyfriends! 

He saw it on T.V., anyway….

 “And if there is, we need to see it too. We can’t let him hurt her Rock. I mean… I almost killed her, what could - what could a Wilybot do?” 

…Yeah, he still feels awful about that, Rock, and no, you aren’t imagine a hitch in his voice. Just thinking about how he hurt Roll so badly is enough to make him have to fight down a sob.

[mxgabuster-blog]

Rock frowns at the reminder of when Blues had first shown back up in his life; prodding his index fingers together awkwardly. Maybe Blues has a point and they ought to talk to Forte-- Just to make sure everyone’s on the same page. Perhaps he’s just naive, but the little boy in blue really doesn’t want to believe Forte is all bad. Roll likes him, after all! There has to be something about him... Rock thinks maybe he can see it, but with how grumpy Forte gets around him... Well...

Whatever. 

“Hey...” He says, reaching over to wrap his arms around his older brother, “That wasn’t your fault. You were aiming for me, not her specifically... It’s not like you can stop a half-fired blast or stop someone from getting in the way. It probably wouldn’t have been as bad if, you know... Ra Moon hadn’t started his EMP wave seconds later. And Roll forgave you, right?”

He sighs, grip tightening slightly. He doesn’t want Blues to be upset over this anymore! Um... Maybe going back to the Forte and Roll thing would help... He thinks...? “But... If you think we need to look into it, then we probably should. As long as we’re not mean about it? I really don’t think Forte’ll hurt her if he hasn’t before, but what harm could just talking to him do? Right?”

[whistlingtheblues]

“ “Of course he wouldn’t be when she’s around, if he’s trying to get her to like him!” Look out Blues, you’re losing your cool… not that his cool actually matters that much to the DLN in the face of the fact that his little sister might be going out with someone like - like Forte Wily. Never mind the fact that she was dating at all!

 “I’m going to have to look into this. It can’t be that simple.” At least, it can’t in Blues’ mind.

[mxgabuster-blog]

“Don’t you think you’re overreacting just a little? Isn’t it fine as long as Roll’s happy? I mean, it’s not our business to get involved in, anyways!"

He’s officially regretting everything right now. Rock and his big dumb mouth! If Roll or Forte ever found out it was him who let it slip to Blues that something was up...

“Besides, I feel like there’s something we’ve gotta be missing out on if Roll likes him back-- I’m really sure he’s not all bad! You’re worrying too much, Blues...”