Hi everyone! I've taken a small break from fanfiction after I experienced some spam on my last fic. I recently got Splatoon 2 and found myself OBSESSED with the octolings and the dlc octo expansion pack. This is going to be a look into what happens after the dlc story line for Agent 8. I appreciate any comments/ critique! Enjoy!
- SPOILER WARNING FOR OCTO EXPANSION -
Agent 8 was lying in her bed, staring out her window at the skyline. Lights twinkled and danced across the night scene. Sitting up she hugged herself tightly. Tomorrow would be her first day living among the inklings. She'd just saved the civilization from doom, and now she was allowed to live in the "promised land." Pearl and Marina had promised she'd be safe, and that things were different now. Octolings and inklings lived together and fought side by side.
Still... She shuddered, it was nerve racking. In just an over sized tee she stood and walked over to the window. She could see Inkopolis Square from her room. Running a hand over her shoulder length, pink tentacles she ran through her plan for tomorrow. She'd partake in a recreational turf war, and work at a new job at Grizzco Industries. Marina even offered to take her to dinner after her 7pm session of Off The Hook.
Agent 8's red eyes glint in the moonlight as she turns from the window and crawls back into bed. The silky blankets rest over her slender frame. Her eyes grow heavy as she drifts off to sleep.
Dressed in her octarian gear and holding an octobrush, Agent 8 looks nervously around at the inklings in the waiting lobby. Her clothes look different from theirs, but it's all she owns. Two of the faces look friendly, but one inkling with pigtails is giving her a sour face. Agent 8 looks away quickly. "Hey, what's your name?" A male inkling with dark skin asks her kindly.
Pearl and Marina told her she'd need a new name, and she already had one in mind. "Ali." She manages to say softly. The inkling smiles, "What a nice name! I'm-" "TO THE LAUNCH PAD" Ali jumps at the loud announcement, but the squid kid doesn't seem fazed at all. "I'll tell you after we win." He winks and turns to follow his teammates. Ali hoists her octobrush onto her shoulder and follows him into the lighted doorway.
She was told the stage was called Moray Towers. The ramps all lead to a level surface in the middle. Ali looks across the battle field and sees a group of blue inklings in the distance. Her tentacles, now yellow, match her teammates. The dark skinned inkling boy smiles at her reassuringly. "3...2...1... GO!"
Her teammates dash from the launch pad and start inking a path down the ramps. Ali scans the area and sees a ledge. She morphs and dashes over the edge, landing ahead of her team members. Swatting her brush and inking a path for herself she swims over the edge again. Swinging her brush from side to side she coats the platforms and open space. From behind she hears footsteps and turns in time to see a pale blue inkling girl with a face mask on running towards her. In her arms is Kensa splattershot, aimed at her.
Ali's reflexes kick in and lightning fast she ducks under the fire and swims within close range. Jumping up she swings her brush furiously. With a "SPLAT" the inikling is sent back to the launch pad. Staring at the spot it takes a moment to register, but she suddenly pumps her fist, letting out a gleeful "Booyah!"
"Booyah!" comes a returning cry of victory. From the side comes the inkling boy from the lobby, dualies brandished. "This way!" He beckons as he advances on enemy territory. Smiling, Ali runs after him. He's obviously had his share of battles; he dodges enemy fire with grace and ease. Together they pave a path for the rest of their team. It was a closed match, they inked 70% of the territory.
Walking outside the tower, Ali takes a deep breath. The win was refreshing. "Hey! You have some fresh moves, what are you, a soldier?" He laughs and she laughs along, nervously. "Um, you haven't told me your name." She smiles shyly. He holds out his hand, "My names Keaton. It was great to battle with you." Blushing she shakes his hand, "You're really good." Suddenly someone pushes past her, causing her to stumble forward. "Hey-!"
"You got a problem, octo scum?" The inkling with the pigtails sneers at her and keeps walking, her N- Zap swung on her back. Looking down at her boots, Ali holds back the urge to follow her and ask what she did wrong. Keaton puts a hand on her shoulder, "Don't mind her. Not everyone is used to how stunning you octolings are, yet." He smiles widely and Ali can't help smiling back. "What are you up to now?" He puts his hands in his pockets. He's dressed in a grey hoodie, joggers and flashy sneakers. Resting on top of his slicked back tentacles is a set of studio headphones.
"Well, I wanted to get a job at Grizzco Industries, apparently my skill set is what they're looking for." Craning her neck she peers over at the shady looking garage Pearl told her to visit. "Really? I love working there, let's go! I won't let those slimy salmonoids lay a fin on you!" Blushing yet again Ali runs after Keaton.
Tell me what you think! Thank you for reading! :D
