Authoress' Notes: Don't be intimidated by all the chapters. None of these Seasons have to be read in order. My first two are not my best so I recommend starting on the third one if you want a better read.

Disclaimer: I do not own Super Smash Brothers, the characters, or anything related.

Episode 1, Part 1

Musings

What did Super Smash Brothers mean anyway? That same question crossed every Smashers minds at least once regardless how well they progressed in the tournament. Many took it as a positive experience nourishing their lives and helping them reach potential in many areas of talent they did not know they possessed. Unfortunately, there are a few who do not see the bright side and view as confinement with other people they did not know.

There was one Smasher who wasn't enthusiastic about being in Super Smash Brothers, but not quite pessimistic either. What the purpose of being here was remained a mystery. A sigh escaped Meta Knight as he was heading upstairs to his and Jigglypuff's bedroom. He had to admit, he was a little unsure about being roommates with her at first, but after the first day, he was accustomed to it.

"Is something wrong Meta Knight?" Jigglypuff asked him as he was passing by. She appeared very worried, never seeing him so disturbed and troubled before. This was one of the only times where he gave hints about how he felt, whether he was aware of it or not. The aura that surrounded his very being gave off the impression he was restraining from a confusing emotion.

At once Meta Knight noticed his own strange behaviour, immediately regaining his composure. "It is nothing, I'm fine." With that, he walked past her and went up the stairs, eyes glowing green from a deep concentration. Denial or not, he had a harder time controlling the colour of his eyes. Once in a while, he would isolate himself from everyone and give himself time to think over the causes for his mood shifts. This was one of those days.

"I never gave the tournament much thought. Why do I suddenly feel ... conflicted?" Meta Knight could feel his body begin to tense, and he tightened his grip on his cape, loathing his emotions daring to break his usual focus. Since when had he been this unsure of himself? Fortunately for Meta Knight, he was alone in the bedroom so no one could see his internal struggle.

After ten long minutes of contemplation, Jigglypuff opened the door in search of finding Meta Knight. "Oh there you are Meta Knight! I've been looking all over for you—" Jigglypuff suddenly stopped, now noticing he did not acknowledge she was even. "Uh, Meta Knight, is something wrong?"

His green gaze returned to a neutral gold as he noted her presence with a curt nod.

"Jigglypuff, may I ask you something?"

His question took her off guard, but she decided to go with it. "Yeah, sure."

"What is the purpose of the Smash Brothers tournament?" Meta Knight said to Jigglypuff, eyes glowing green.

Jigglypuff was surprised at that question. "What do you mean by that?"

"You are a veteran Smasher, are you not? I also heard you were in the last tournament, Melee, I believe so. From your experiences in Super Smash Brothers, what does being here mean to you?" Meta Knight told Jigglypuff, eyes reverting to his thoughtful green.

Jigglypuff regarded his question with a moment of dedicated silence. The question was complex; something she never thought about before. She did have an answer though. Looking up from the ground, she made eye contact with Meta Knight. "Well, the Super Smash Brothers tournaments brought many people from different worlds together and created a sense of diversity. The tournaments are never all about fighting. Facing an opponent on the battlefield can teach you different fighting styles, strategies and help strengthen your abilities. To me, the Smashers helped me improve my communication skills and to associate with others more effectively. I always find meeting someone new a really exciting experience and an opportunity to make new friends."

She paused momentarily.

"Companionship is important to me because I know without it, it can be a pretty lonely world. Very often, the Master Hand will create a wide range of special occasions or activities. The best part is being involved, enjoying every moment and cherishing the memories. To me, Super Smash Brothers means more to me that can't be described in words. Coming to the Smash Brothers Tournaments was the start of my world… So that pretty much sums it up …"

Meta Knight looked at her, comprehending every word she spoke in his mind. He had to admit, all of what she said accurate, even the part about companionship. He wasn't social himself and did feel isolated at times. Though he didn't talk to the other Smashers unless he had to, they felt like a family to him; a family he would protect with his life.

Inside, the feeling did shock Meta Knight. He was known to be cold and uncaring to others. However, Jigglypuff knew how he could be the opposite. Though Meta Knight wouldn't admit it, he had a soft side and was caring deep down. The only Smasher he did speak to was Jigglypuff, and sometimes they spent an hour talking before bed. She was someone he trusted and could be somewhat open with.

Even with that bond between them, Meta Knight would not take off his mask or utter a word of his past or his feelings. Once in a while, his eyes would change colour, but other than that, there would be slight behaviour differences such as tensing up or secluding himself from everyone, including Jigglypuff. These problems made happiness difficult for Meta Knight to feel in Super Smashers Brawl.

What was his purpose here anyway? Did anyone really want him in this tournament, or was he yet another part of the background to the Smashers?

Jigglypuff put a hand on his shoulder. "Meta Knight, is something bothering you?"

Meta Knight turned to face her, eyes now changing back to yellow. "… No."

Jigglypuff could hear doubt in his voice, like he was unsure of his response. "Are you sure about that?"

"Yes I am sure," he asserted, about to turn away when he felt a restraining tug on his cape. He gasped under his breath, whirling around expecting an attack but he cleared his mind at the thought of mistaking Jigglypuff for the enemy.

Jigglypuff was now looking concerned and worried. "Meta Knight, I know something's bothering you. You wouldn't be so insistent on the subject. You've never been ... this curious." Before she could stop herself, she put an arm on his shoulder. "You can tell me anything. We're friends … Don't you understand that?"

Meta Knight found the physical contact unexpected, taking him off guard. "That is correct. I suppose that would the appropriate word ... to describe us." The thought kept echoing through his mind as he finally returned the gesture to Jigglypuff, surprising her in the process.

They stayed still for the longest moment, hand on the other's shoulders, without exchanging words. As friends, they found they sometimes never had to. They could pick up on the other's mood by their vibe alone.

Surprisingly, Meta Knight felt better after expressing his persistent thoughts. Jigglypuff always knew what to do when the situation called for it—always knew what would put the masked knight at ease.

Meta Knight was finally starting to realize his purpose for being in Super Smash Brothers Brawl. His purpose was the same as everyone else's. What Jigglypuff told him described his role clearly. Though they all shared the same purpose, he and Jigglypuff were some exceptions.

What Jigglypuff did not mention was the possibility of blooming love underneath a trusting friendship. Not everyone experienced it to their knowledge. However, Meta Knight felt a peculiar tingle in his arm as he came into contact with Jigglypuff. He wondered if Jigglypuff experienced the same feeling.

Jigglypuff smiled at him. "Feeling a little better?"

He nodded, returning the friendly smile behind the metal that hid his face from her. Perhaps a deeper connection between them proved possible. Time proved itself to answer their questions before, if they had the patience to wait.