Disclaimer: I do not own anything related to Zatch Bell. The only thing I own are my OC'S names Potat and Nick.

Character thoughts are italicized


I can't believe it's already Monday. Nick thought as he walked towards his new school. I spent all my time ssince coming here looking through Potat's book and besides the new spell, which I dare not read in my house or near people, I haven't figured anything new out. I was hoping to be able to figure out some secrets of the books, but nothing. And now I have to go introduce myself infront of a new class. Nick what did you get yourself into.

As Nick was deep in thought he never noticed Potat following and getting into his backpack. I promised Nick's mom that I would look out for him and that is what I plan to do. Thought the young mamodo.

Riiinngg, the school's bell went off as Nick entered the school and learned which room he was in, which was room 2-2.

"Please class take your seats and lower your voices. Today we have a new student joining our class." Spoke the teacher as he began to introduce Nick. "He is from the United States, and received perfect scores on the entry exam. Please enter the room now son."

"Thank...you." Nick tried saying while his heart was pounding. What should I say about myself? I don't want to sound dumb or too full of myself...

Nick was beginning to sweat he felt all the eyes on him as if they were daggers piercing into his back. "He-hello, my name is Nick." Okay start nice and easy now what should I do?

What is Nick doing? He practiced this with me last night. Oh well time to help him. In a blur something jumped out of Nick's bag and landed in front of the class. "Hi, as you know this is Nick. He is sometimes shy around new people so I apologize for his silence right now. He really is a nice person who helps people out. His hobbies include playing baseball and basketball, doing his schoolwork and reading." Spoke Potat.

Nick in all of his nervousness didn't even notice him until Potat had finished. "What are you doing here?!" Questioned Nick who was becoming even more nervous over what the teacher would say.

"Nick." Spoke the teacher, "What is this child doing with you and who is he?"

"That I can answer." Responded Potat politely, "My name is Potat and I'm Nick's friend. You see before we came to Japan I made a promise with Nick's mother that I would look out for him and help him if he ever needs help. So I noticed that he was nervoud this morning and I tagged along without his knowledge. That and I really wanted to see what this school was like." Potat's eyes glimmered with joy as he enjoyed learning almost, if not more than Nick.

"Well then, Nick please take your seat now. You may have the empty one next to Mr. Takamine if you don't mind. Also please stop by the office to pick up your school issued bag." Replied the teacher.

"Hi there" spoke the young boy who Nick was sitting next. He looked the same height as Nick, but had black hair which went in even more directions than Potat's hair. "My name's Kiyo, nice to meet you."

"Hi I'm Nick, which you already know." Began Nick.

"Hey don't forget about me." Interrupted Potat.

"I was about before interrupted me!" Nick yelled back. Hey, did anyone else hear something?"

"Kiiiyyooo!" A new voice yelled.

"Not again" moaned Kiyo. "I've told you countless times that you can't follow me to school Zatch."

"But Kiyo, this guy brought someone" argued Zatch as he pointed at Nick and Potat.

Zatch is in the battle too. That means this Kiyo must be his book keeper. Thought Potat. "Hey Zatch how have you been. It's been awhile."

"Uhh, sorry but do I know you?"

"Zatch its me Potat. You may not recognize me, give me one second." Responded Potat as he showed Zatch his maroon book. "See, I'm in the battle as well."

"What do you think you're doing. They could burn your book right now because of how your acting."Responded Nick.

"You're wrong Nick,"argued Potat. "Zatch is a friendly mamodo. We grew up in the same area. We didn't spend much time together but from what I know of him he is a kind mamodo who looked out for those who couldn't protect themselves.

"I see that you know Zatch from the mamodo world, I don't mean to sound rude,but do you mind waiting until after class to continue this? I have a few questions to ask you about Zatch." Inquired Kiyo.

"Sure." Replied Potat.

Class went by fairly quick in Nick's opinion. Instead of worrying about class he was worrying about after class and if this meeting was a trap or if they could actually trust these two.

Riiinngg, and with that class was over. Nick picked up his new bag from the office and then headed to the roof to meet Kiyo. You know, for someone assmart as Potat, the kid lacks some commen sense. You don't go and show a possible enemy your book is there for the taking. He needs to think before doing something like that again.

"Ah, thanks for coming the reason why I wanted to talk with you is because Zatch has lost his memories and you might be able to help us." Kiyo spoke while pointing at Potat. "Do you know if he has any family or just anything about him?"

"I'll be quick, Zatch didn't have any family that I know of. We're in the same boat, you see I have no family either. We both live in a neighborhood where children without families are taken by others. It isn't an orphanage though. Each house has one child to one caretaker my caretaker's house just happened to be near Zatches. He was always peaceful, protecting even the wildlife from those trying to hurt it. I'm sorry, but that's all I know."

"Don't worry, that was more than we expected anyway" Thanked Kiyo as he stood up.

"Before you get going, I have a question for Zatch." Began Potat "What kind of king do you want to become?"

"Wha.." Zatch was still digesting the information Potat just told and wasn't paying attention. "Well, I recently met a mamodo who was being forced to fight against her will here. I realized that from then on that I would become a kind king who wouldn't force mamodo to fight in this battle if they chose that they didn't want to compete. That is the kind of king I want to be"

"I see, well then Nick give it to them."

What, this mamodo who seemed all peaceful a minute ago is going to attack us now. This can't be happening. Wait, why did he put the book down?

"I see that your confused over our actions. Let me clear this up, we have no intention of fighting anyone unless we're attacked first. You see Potat doesn't wish to become king, instead he wishes to find someone who he believes can become an excellent king and help them win. We're building a team of allies that are made up of mamodo that are seen as good hearted. They won't all threw thid competition, but they are willing to work together to make sure that no one evil will become king. Potat has friends in this battle and they have revealed that there are rumors that an evil force is gathering an army to wipe us out. I can't say if this is true or not, but its better to be prepared instead of sorry." Explained Nick as he pulled something from his pocket. "This, is the symbol of our team. This pin is to make it that we don't attack each other by mistake. So, can we count on you join us?"

Before Kiyo had a chance to reply Zatch ran over and grabbed the pin. "Of course we'll help you guys."

"Zatch! You should at least talk it over with me your partner first. No offense to you guys, but how can we trust them when we reslly don't know them."

"Kiyo, I don't know why but for some reason I trust them. They dont seem like the kind to lie. Besides Potat has done nothing but help people today. I trust them and so should you."

"Alright Zatch you're right. I'm just a little paranoid because we've already fought five mamodo already. Anyway, where do you guys live?"

"We just moved into a house right near the park. We've only been here for about four days." Replied Nick

"So you're the ones that moved in down the street from us. I guess we'll be seeing each other a lot. You'll have to come over and play." Said Zatch

"Zatch they don't have time to play right now they're busy unpacking!" Yelled Kiyo But anyways you guys should really come over sometime."

"Well, we've got to get home right Nick?" Asked Potat "We'll see you tomorrow Kiyo and Zatch."

"Oh no, tomorrow you're staying home" replied Nick and with that they ran off.

"Zatch."

"Yes Kiyo?"

"Those two are different, but I think they'll really help us make you become king."

"Kiyo, why do you think they're different?"

"What mamodo doesn't want to become king, that Potat is the only one we've meet so far who is like that."

"Yeah, well now we have friends we can trust in this battle. I can't wait until school tomorrow."

"Oh no, I don't know how many times I have to tell bustop following me to school!" Kiyo said as he ran off for his house.

"But Kiyo!" Zatch cried while chasing him.