TOON WARS: The Final Days
Chapter III
By Frozarburst
Jimmy Neutron, Goddard, and Jenny arrive in Bikini Bottom in the vast sunny Jellyfish Fields where Spongebob should be to pay him a visit.
Jimmy looking and calling: Spongebob?! Spongebob?!
Jenny: I still don't get why you'd want to see him Jimmy. Don't you feel like even the slightest thing we do will put him in danger?
Jimmy: Not especially. Plankton's on the other end monitoring things in case something goes wrong. And besides, Spongebob's capable. Remember that attack of those Toybots years ago? He had all sorts of different things!
Jenny: True. He did have that torpedo thing he used to save me from those capsules. Still, it was your idea to keep him out of our 5-year run for a reason. And-
Before the android could finish her speech, Spongebob, the short square sponge himself comes running past the three with his Jellyfish net and nerdy-looking glasses trying to catch some Jellyfish. Noname is back and is swimming fast, forcing Spongebob to rocket himself from his pants and chase after him. He almost catches him, but misses, and shoots his hand with the net at Noname, who catches it and tosses it back at him. He springs himself back up like a slinky and runs toward Noname, this time pausing in front of him at the edge of a cliff.···
Spongebob: Well Friend, we can do this the easy way, or the semi-hard way. (Aims net) Your call.
Friend: Bzz Bzz Bzz, Bzzzzzz!(Come at me, bro!)
Spongebob leaps in the air and tries to catch Friend but he dodges and causes him to fall from the cliff with a sounding, "AAAAAAAAAGH!" He continues to fall, almost hitting the ground. But thankfully, Jenny catches his leg and brings him back up the cliff.
Jenny: Wow! That was amazing! (Puts Spongebob down)
Spongebob looking up to Jenny: Jenny..?!
Jimmy doesn't know how to react. His friend from so long ago is sitting right in front of him and he doesn't even know what to say to him. Over 15 years they've been gone from one another, but the rest of their old team had been together for sometime now. Quietly in amazement, Jimmy takes a step toward him and asks, "Spongebob..?"
Spongebobturning to Jimmy: …? Jimmy? GREAT NEPTUNE! IT'S YOU! Jimmy Neutron! (Hugs Jimmy) Boy, am I glad to see you! How long has it been? 10, 15 years?!
Jimmygetting crushed in Spongebob's arms: Urk..! More than that, actually. (Lets go) I'm glad to see you're still around.
Goddard barking and wagging his tail: BARK!
Spongebob stroking Goddard's head: Daaw. And I especially missed you too, Goddard ol' pal! What happened? You look much older than the last time I saw you! Also, kck kck. Lovin' the beard.
Jimmy stroking his beard: We, uh… We've been through a lot together. Long story short, we've been together since the last time we met, and we've figured we'd visit you again for old time's sake.
Spongebob: Really? I didn't know you two were a couple!
Jenny flapping her ears and blushing: Ahehe! What he meant by that was we've been part of a team for a while. We just wanted to see you after all those years ago.
Spongebob: Oh, that's lovely! Wanna come play charades, or go jellyfishing to catch Friend, or visit Patrick, Squidward, or- (gasps and puts arm around Jimmy) We could go back to the Krusty Krab and I could make you a fresh batch of Krabby Patties!
Jimmy: Gee, that's a bit much. We just got here.
Spongebob: No, really! I insist! After all, you are my visitors.
Jimmy: ...Ah what the heck? What do you think Jenny? You want some?
Jenny: I would like that. (Taps gut) Need to adjust my stomach motors anyway. Let's go.
Spongebob leading the two: HORAAAY!
Spongebob brings Jimmy, Goddard, and Jenny to the Krusty Krab while Plankton back at Jimmy's lab installs files from the flash drive to Karen.
Karen tickled: Oh, Sheldon! Please, this is just too good for me! HAHAHAHA!
Plankton: I told you I was smooth. I've been saving this for years when we finally had our privacy.
Karen: Ahahaha! (Gets message) There's...There's a message that just pulled up!
Plankton: Oh great. Who could it be this time? Jimmy forgot his air gum?
The screen pulls up and Dr. Noreen speaks to Plankton.
Dr. Noreen: Jimmy? Jimmy?!
Plankton: It's just me lady. What do ya want? I'm busy!
Dr. Noreen: Where are you? I cannot see you.
Plankton: Down here!
Dr. Noreen: I'll take your word for it. Listen, you have to get everyone to safety immediately!
Plankton: Safety? From what, the Syndicate? They're not coming back here anymore! We took care of those old hags years ago.
Behind Plankton is Brad Carbunkle, still with Jimmy despite Jenny's wishes from earlier. Confused, he asks the doctor, "Ms. Wakeman! What's the matter? Is something wrong?"
Dr. Noreen: Brad! Thank Heavens you're still there! There's something everyone must know. It's much worse than the Syndicate this time! Where are Jimmy and Jenny?
Brad: In Bikini Bottom visiting the Spongeguy from back then.
Dr. Noreen: Oh no...
Planton: What?
Dr. Noreen: Get them out of there! Hurry!
Meanwhile at Elmore Junior High, Gumball is brought by Darwin and Anais with his eyes closed for a very special surprise for his reunion.
Darwin: Almost there bro.
Gumball stumbling from his lack of vision: Oookaaay, what am I gonna see?
Anais: Don't worry. It's a surprise.
Darwin stopping: Open your eyes!
Gumball opens his eyes and in front of him, the entire school and all his friends wait for him at the front door shouting an immediate, "SURPRISE!"
Gumball: …!?
Alan: Penny arrived early and told us all about you!
Penny walking over to Gumball: Sorry. I figured you wanted a surprise too. They definitely gave me one this morning.
Gumball: N-no, no. Its great! I really wasn't expecting this! You guys would do all this for me?
Ms. Simian: Of course we would! You're the main character of the show after all!
Julius: Not many of us may like you, but we can't argue nothing would be the same without you!
Gumball giving a weak thumbs up: Gee, thanks.
Rocky: Come on! We've got a special for lunch just for you!
Everyone step back into the school while Gumball pauses for a moment. He feels his forehead while voices go off in his mind telling him someone is coming, though he simply shakes it off. He walks into the school with everyone. As he wanders the halls, he realizes everything is exactly the way it was before he left for the Toon Wars. People wave at him, some coming up to him and staring for what feels like minutes due to his new look. Along the way, Bobert is met at the library by Gumball and Darwin happy to see them again, though not as hype as everyone else because of his programming.
Gumball: Bobert, ol' pal! How's it hanging?!
Bobert smiling: Gumball, you have returned! (Hugs for 10 seconds)
Gumball: ...Ok, you can stop now.
Bobert letting go: I've heard everything about you from Penny. Are you alright from the attack?
Gumball: Well, I'm still under a lot of pressure, but, I'll live.
Darwin: Yeah, he looked like he wanted to kill someone earlier. Looked like he saw a ghost!
Gumball: Darwin, bruh, relax! I'm gonna be A-OK this time! Look at me! I'm normal! (Grins)
Bobert: …I am detecting maximum blood pressure.
Gumball: I'm sorry guys. Really, I've been through a lot, ya know? Some people actually got hurt. Like really bad.
Darwin: You mean like they got smacked by Mom?
Gumball: Close but worse than that. You know, like (Crosses throat)
Darwin: Oooh…
Gumball: Yeah. (Sniffs and looks down at floor) Poor Rob didn't even stand a chance…
Bobert and Darwin: …
Darwin: Who?
Bobert: Define Rob.
Gumball looking back up: You don't remember Rob? The cyclops guy. The guy who we accidentally left in the Void once and brought back, turning him into a glitchy mess and a casual supervillain?
Darwin: What's a Void?
Gumball: U-um… Ah, it's nothin to worry about!
Gumball still wonders why Darwin doesn't know who Rob is. It's understandable why Bobert might not remember him, since he hasn't really interacted with him before, but Darwin's seen him and helped him become who he was. Gumball's also surprised he remembered the Void since it normally isn't something he's supposed to know about. He and Darwin even went to Volcano Island when the Syndicate attacked. Considering Darwin doesn't remember, its likely he doesn't even remember the Island, so Gumball just continues with his conversation.
Gumball: Well, anyway, enough about me! Let's talk you! Any upgrades or what not?
Bobert's eye turns red with an upgraded laser coming out of it aiming at Gumball's face.
Bobert in a deep voice: RUN.
Gumball: Uh oh. Here we go again! (Runs outside to the field)
Bobert chases Gumball and Darwin outside with a new attack mode. Meanwhile, Penny watches from afar, though she looks both worried and happy for Gumball.
Teri walking over: Hey Penny. You alright?
Penny: Huh? O-oh, yeah! I'm fine. Just watching Gumball and Darwin play with Bobert.
Teri: ...That's slightly disturbing. Never seen you watching your boyfriend like you are now. Your face is shushed against the glass.
Penny removing her face from the window: I know! I'm a train wreck right now! Ever since I came here, I've been distant from everyone, even the school! I was lucky enough to come here and tell you guys about our adventures! And yet everything feels so…off.
Masami floating over: You said didn't want to start a fuss. Why did you say that?
Penny smiling and scratching her head: It's a long story. But short answer is it's going to take some getting used to…
The school bell rings and the students around the halls make their way to their classrooms.
Penny: I've no idea what it's gonna feel like going back to class.
Masami: Why? What's the problem?
Penny: Because I went to college where I came from. (Smiles and gives thumbs up) 5 years running!
Teri: 5 years..? I thought it was just a week since you've left. Or was it longer?
Penny with her thumb drooping down: Um...
Teri: That and I had no idea you could attend a higher level of learning elsewhere like that.
Penny: ...Ie...Yeah. (Nods up and down) Yeeeeah. Yeah...
Walking by in the back of the hallway, the adult Anais takes a tour of the school with Momo after many considerable years away from education; partly due to her advanced intellect. As they continue down the halls, several students, such as Juke, 8-Bit Dog, Clare, Hot Dog Guy, and Fuzzball gaze at their beauty.
Alt. Anais walking down the halls: Well, I hope you're enjoying every second of this Momo, cause for me, this certainly brings back plenty of fond memories.
Momo: So, you used to go to school here?
Alt. Anais: Of course. Bet you haven't seen anyone like these guys before back in Jack's world, have you?
Momo: Not like this. This world is amazing!
Alt. Anais: Hehe. That's why it's part of the title! (Pauses) Wait… What did I just say..?
When Anais and Momo pass by, one of Anais' classmates, Billy, notices her walking down the halls and is left in a state of shock. After all, he was bullying Anais at one point after being rejected, but since then, he moved on thanks to Gumball. However, with this Anais, their story may have been much different.
Billy: A-Anais..?
Alt. Anais turning around: Wait a moment. I recognize that voice. Ah, yes! Billy!
A few more students just happen to walk by and listen to their conversation, with Momo smiling in wonder.
Alt. Anais: I remember you! You wanted to be my boyfriend…even though I was 4. (Takes out Daisy from her pocket) And you didn't even like poor little Daisy over here. (Strokes Daisy's head) Couldn't handle the rejection either, could ya?
Billy sweating profusely: U-uh…Uuuuh…
Alt. Anais scratching Billy's head: AAH, I'm just messin with you, ya little knucklehead! You're good. Plus, it's been 30 years since I've seen you last time in my timeline. You think I would've had time to cry over a little egg?
Hot Dog Guy, Juke, and Pixel Octopus: OOOOH!
Alt. Anais: But don't worry. I already got a man.
Billy: Oh, you do? Is he here?
Alt. Anais: Nope. But I can definitely say, even though he might be an idiot, he's my idiot. Which reminds me, here's our daughter.
Momo: Sup dude?
Billy still sweating and blushing: H-hi…
Momo: Sorry, I forgot my manners. My name is Momo. I'm thinking about attending the school to be a part of the show. Can't wait if I do!
Alt Anais: Still? You just completed 5 years of school with the Toon Force and Casper Community.
Momo: Yes, but I wanna know more about this world too since I'm gonna be living here.
Alt. Anais nodding her head: Yeah, I guess that's true. Well, if you wanna do that, I'll have to take you to Mr. Brown. You wanna see me try and weird him out and make Mrs. Simian jealous?
Momo: I don't know who she is, but it sounds hilarious! Let's do it!
The Adult Anais and Momo walk to the office while everyone else continue to look as they leave. Behind them, the actual Anais comes over and joins them.
Anais: Hi. Are you guys ok?
Billy looks back at Anais and faints onto his back while the younger bunny looks down at him confused. Meanwhile in Amity Park, Timmy is still getting himself adjusted to life living in his own apartment despite having already done it prior to recent events. This time it's different because normally he goes straight to the Toon Force H.Q for a new mission , but now he's just casually brushing his teeth in his pajamas and getting ready to make a resume on his home computer for a job. Next to him is his wife Tutie, who still has her original clothes new custom made with a nametag and glasses styled like Phoebe's.
Tutie: Hey hun. Are you ok? You don't look so good.
Timmy: Ah, it's just it feels so awkward filling this out. We should be out in Retroville fightin' bad guys, shooting things, telling jokes, shooting things, patrolling the streets, shooting things… Did I forget anything?
Tutie grinning from Timmy's humor: You forgot the part where you shoot things. (Looks at Timmy's resume) And you also forgot to put down "Toon Force Founder" in your experience header.
Timmy: Oh I did that on purpose. Leading was never usually my style compared to Jim and Dan. I just did the fighting and called it a day. Plus I didn't have to worry about funding, taxes, other world governments, etc. That's their department.
Tutie getting her sleek black jacket on: Even someone like Danny could always use a bit of help when Jimmy's not around.
Timmy: That's what the council was for. Then again, they're pretty distant compared to people like Jack and Nicole, so, go figure.
Tutie: Hm… How bout this? Walk with me for a sec.
Timmy getting out of his seat: Okaay..?
Timmy follows Tutie downstairs to the open sidewalk of the apartment complex where the street is on a vibrant sunny day unlike most days in Amity. Tutie observes the activity going on at the other side of the street one block down from them and keeps her sight on a mother bouncing a toddler up and down happily.
Tutie: You see that woman over there with her kid?
Timmy: Yeah, why?
Tutie: Say we happen to have a child like her and the Toon Force aren't around. Sure, we get benefits after technically retiring, but to be working, it would help a lot to take care of them.
Timmy: …
Tutie: Hey, just cause you're getting a job doesn't mean it is going to be miserable. It's like what Wanda said. You have so many options but you need to do some digging first. (Gives Timmy a kiss on the cheek) I'm sure you'll find one you'll really enjoy and hopefully it won't be evil babysitting like my sister used to.
Timmy: Yeah, I guess that's… Wait. Wait, what's this about babies all of a sudden?!
Tutie before getting a bus coming up: I dunno. It seems like a pretty big responsibility, but so's being the leader of a whole family. Maybe it wouldn't hurt to start another. (Gets on bus) I'm going to see if I can apply for a nursing job. Seems pretty fitting since I've been studying here on the medical field. (Leaves and waves) Love you!
Timmy thinking and watching Tutie leave: ...Love you, too. ...Hm...
In the Krusty Krab, Mr. Krabs is counting shiploads of money as always while Squidward speaks to Jimmy and Jenny while they're enjoying themselves. Goddard is shut down temporarily sitting next to Jimmy for a quick recharge.
Squidward: So, you've been gone for more than 10 years, huh? Small world.
Jenny: Trust me, it's much bigger than we thought. Not much to say about it other than Plankton and Karen staying with us all this time.
Jimmy wiping his face after eating: Say, Squidward, you're more of an adult compared to Spongebob and Patrick.
Squidward: That's kinda my gimmick and lifelong curse, but thank you. Go on.
Jimmy: How do you think I should come out telling Spongebob we've been in a war for 5 years and didn't wanna put him in danger?
Squidward: Honesty I'd say go for it, but chances are it'll lead to another episode where he feels left out, cries, and goes out of his way to fix all that. But if ya don't wanna deal with it like I don't, just don't tell him much of anything.
Jimmy: Oh good. I guess I can tell him some of it, but not all the details. Besides, he's probably worried sick over what happened to Plankton and Karen.
Squidward: No wonder things have been quiet lately. I'm guessing Sandy's with you too?
Jimmy: I'm afraid not, Squidward. Why do you ask? Is she still here?
Squidward: Not since that one time we became superheroes and went above water to get the formula back seven years ago.
Jimmy tilting his head: I'm sorry..?
Squidward: I know. It's stupid. Just as usual.
Spongebob comes over to everyone.
Spongebob: Are you pals enjoying yourselves?
Jimmy: Oh yes, we are. But Spongebob, you never said anything about Sandy disappearing.
Spongebob: Yeah. I hope she's ok. She didn't leave any notes or anything to tell us she was leaving. She's been gone for a few years and never said anything about it. But that's ok. I've still got Squidward! (Puts arm around Squidward)
Squidward: Please don't do that.
Spongebob: I even have Patrick and Mr. Krabs!
Patrick's painting a pillar in the corner by smacking it with his brush while Krabs continues counting money and starts bathing in it.
Patrick: HAHAHAHA! Check me out! I'm painting the Mona Lisa!
Spongebob: And now, you guys! (Hugs both Jimmy and Jenny)
Jenny: I'm just surprised it's been so long since we last met and you haven't aged a day! I mean, don't get me wrong, you ARE a seasponge, but still…
Squidward: Too bad I'm not gonna not see him for the next thousand years or so.
Jimmy: Why is that?
Spongebob: Because after I dismantled Krabs' oppression, I got our jobs back forever!
Jenny: ...Does not compute...
Jimmy: So then, what have you and Patrick been up to since we last met? I know Squidward just said you two went on some sort of superhero adventure for one.
Patrick pushing Spongebob over: Ooh! I can answer that. First we went jumping and jumping and jumping and…
Five minutes later
Patrick is still hopping on Spongebob while Goddard is back online munching on a patty at the table.
Patrick still jumping on Spongebob: And jumping!
Jimmy: So basically, not much has changed.
Spongebob getting back up: Nothing except for Plankton and Sandy. I miss going him and his evil plans to take over the world and steal the krabby patty formula. He's succeeded once, but since then, he's been on repeat. Kinda like a hobby like me in jellyfishing!
Jimmy: Well, you'll probably love to hear this. Plankton's been with us for the last 5 years. It's a project we were doing.
Spongebob: Oh really?! Where is he now?!
Jimmy: Yep. Maybe later I'll let you visit him. He and Karen are back at my lab right now.
Spongebob: And Karen?! Gee, everyone is leaving. (Does Signature Laugh) I guess they got tired of seeing my spongey goodness again.
Squidward: Here here…
Mr. Krabs stepping out his office: Spongeboy, what are you doin'? I thought you were still at the grill makin' me money. I-I mean, um, patties.
Jimmy: Oh, Mr. Krabs! (Gives Mr. Krabs a claw shake) It's great to see you again!
Mr. Krabs: Er, uh… You as well..? (Leans over to Spongebob) Spongebob, who's your friend?
Spongebob: Why, Mr. K, these two are people I've teamed up with before. Remember when Plankton used a Jellyfish Harvester to steal power and captured and tortured you years ago?
Mr. Krabs squinting at Spongebob: Boy, there were a lotta times that had happened.
Jimmy: To be more specific, there was a time where other heroes including myself had teamed up with Spongebob to save Bikini Bottom from Plankton, who himself teamed up with a Syndicate.
Patrick: I got to sit on him.
Mr. Krabs: Oh, now THAT I remember. And speakin' of, don't tell me you're here to make me boy go out on another space adventure to fight a booger creature er I dunno.
Jenny: Hehe. No. Not this time. In fact, we were just about to leave.
Spongebob: Are you sure? I haven't even got to know what you've been up to lately. And, forgive me Mr. K, but it's not a busy day today. Nobody's here but us.
Jimmy petting Goddard when he walks back to him: We appreciate the hospitality old pal, but, we really can't stay for long. There's a lot that's going on that we have to deal with back home. That's why I said we'd let you visit later.
Spongebob: Oh, that's ok. But did you at least wanna tell me what you and Plankton were working on?
Jenny hesitating: U-um... Uh..
Goddard looking up to Jimmy: (Whines)
Jimmy starting to sweat: …
Spongebob: Guys..?
Mr. Krabs: Com'on kid. Spill the beans.
Jimmy: Spongebob… We don't really know how to tell you this, but, this whole time we-
Goddard suddenlyin alert: BARK BARK!
Immediately behind the Nicktoons outside, a massive flaming purple flail shaped like a fist busts through the Krusty Krab's entrance and knocks down the ceiling and the pillars! Luckily, Jimmy deployed his hypercube at the last second and saved himself and everyone around him. They get out of hyperspace and examine the damages.
Jimmy: Woah! That was close! Good thing I've got my Hypercube!
Krabs getting back up: What happened?! (Gasps) Not me restaurant! I just had it repaired from that mayonnaise incident! (Squints at Spongebob) Spongebob…!
Spongebob: Please Mr. Krabs. It was an accident!
Jenny: Boys, I think we have company.
The Nicktoons gaze above them a colossal woman with four arms, long wild hair, sleek shades, and her fist-shaped flails. She looks down on them, grinning with sheer cockiness and stature.
Sugilite: Hello little boys! My name's Sugilite. And yo names are: Big Nose, Cone Red, Derrell, Whippy Dip, Rocket Girl, Rocket Dog, and… (Gets angry) Moldy Fungus..! RAAAAAH! (Combines and tosses flail)
End of Chapter 3