A/n: Well, I've been addicted to Ruby Gloom for I think about the last week. As a result, my subconcious mind finally convinced me to start a fic... Only the first bit so far, I'm testing the waters with this so to speak; subsequent chapters will probably be a bit longer. Let me know what you think! ^^


It was just another typical, gloomy day in Gloomsville. The clouds were out, and a light rain fell, rain pushed by a wind that came in spurts and gusts. An absolutely perfect day, and Ruby and Iris were outside enjoying it. They played hopscotch, just outside the Mansion, and were having a great time. That is, until they were interrupted by the invasive roar of an overtaxed engine.

"What on earth is that?" Ruby blinked, nearly falling over as she stood on one leg on square number four.

The roar got louder, and then a motorcycle ripped over the crest of the nearest hill, spitting steam and the occasional flame. All the while the roar grew louder, undercut by a series of rumbling undertones, until motorcycle and rider came to a stop in front of the two girls. Close up, it could be seen the rider wore leather, and a dark helmet that obscured his face.

"Can we help you!?" Ruby shouted over the roar of the engine.

The rider shouted something in reply, pointing at his bike. Then he reached down, turned off the engine, and removed his helmet.

For a brief moment, Ruby thought the rider was Skullboy, perhaps having found some new family history to 'try on'. But the skeleton on the motorcycle wasn't Skullboy; he was someone neither Ruby nor Iris had seen before, though he did bear a resemblance to their friend.

"Is this Gloomsville?" he asked.

"Yup!" Iris declared. "You've found Gloomsville! Well… it's right down there, but we're still technically in Gloomsville… you know, depending on where exactly…"

"Yes," Ruby interrupted her ever excitable friend, "You're in Gloomsville."

The boy let out a sigh, sounding relieved. "Then half my quest is done. Tell me, do you know of anyone in this town by the name of 'Skullyboy'?"

Ruby and Iris both exchanged glances.

"Yes," said Ruby. "We do… we can take you to him. Um… how do you know Skullboy?"

The boy was already smiling at Ruby's answer, but he smiled even wider as he gave his. "Skullboy is my brother… I've been looking for him for a long time."