Props: Thanks this week go out to Wafflesbelike-NYANCAT, the one known as "random gal", and Oceanic Coral for your OCs and opinions.
Author's note: You know, I just realized that Christmas is literally next week. Just keep in mind that most likely, I WILL have an episode on that merry night! You all hold more awesomeness than can be seen by the naked eye… and dinner is usually earlier during those holidays…
"Hello, everyone, and welcome back to Thoughts of the Unknown!" beamed Rachel, the TV show's hostess, as she went live. "This week, we're discussing the shipping of the anti-hero and the royalty. Shadow and Sally, everyone. I'm not really sure what to say on this one. I feel like… if Sally actually has a thing for Sonic, this is something that would instantly run out of fuel where it sat. It's a more flexible "specific circumstances required" thing, I think. Maybe if a set plot played out, they could start seeing a bit of magic in each other's eyes. At the same time, though… why do I think they'd look really cute together? I dunno. I wish I knew Sally better. Or do I? Do I? Urgh… Welp, I'm gonna get my three special veterans out here to help me out. Everyone, please welcome back… Levi, Mercury, and Thorn!"
The three figures, dancing to the beat of the raving applause from the crowd, found their ways to their seats. All three of them, even Levi, found them in one fluid motion, picturing them as specifically-engraved thrones.
"Hi, guys!" Rachel smiled, finding her own seat. "…This part of Mobius is strange. One day, I walk out of my house with nothing more than a T-shirt and I'm actually a bit heated. Now… I think my nose is still red…"
"Surprised more people don't get stopped on suspicion of smoking weed this time of year," Thorn added. "What with how thick our breath is."
"Yeah, really!" Rachel agreed. "So, Thorn… How does your mind feel about the shade and the queen uniting as one beating heart?"
"Well, Shadow is a Black Arms-hedgehog hybrid from outer space, created by Professor Gerald Robotnik to help heal Maria Robotnik," Thorn explained. "Sally is a royal chipmunk-squirrel hybrid who is leader of the Freedom Fighters… Next in line for ruler… I'm not sure, but still, this is gonna be interesting. In certain circumstances, it might work out. Keyword MIGHT. But it could… and I have an odd feeling it would… end up in a bomb of Epic Failure."
"So it could go either way!" Rachel nodded. "Levi, would you agree with this?"
"Shadow and Sally?" Levi replied. "That… never really crossed my mind. Ever. For some reason, I feel that Sally really wouldn't get along with someone like Shadow. I'm not sure what it is. His attitude toward most things may rub her the wrong way. Maybe that's it… Sally is more of a take-charge person, and Shadow's arrogance and bullheadedness might not agree with that. Neither of them, though, are above putting aside disagreements and conflicts to get a job done. They could become good allies, should they ever meet and know each other… but that's it. My thoughts do not reach beyond that."
"So friendship is still completely on the table," said Rachel. "You never know with these things. I do see what you're saying, though; sometimes, the friendship card is the last one you need to get that winning hand in life. Mercury… what are your thoughts on all of this?"
Yes, Mercury… How did it feel to see your special one be paired with a half-nude princess?
"Hmm…" Mercury responded. "Do they really interact that much? They're quite an interesting pairing, but I don't know. I mean, I think Shadow would kinda see a bit of charm in her bravery and determination, but I don't think he'd dig how opinionated she is… And even still, Shadow is still not the type to be caught up in a whirlwind of love. And Sally's got her eyes turned to Sonic anyway. To be honest, I really can't set an opinion with this one."
"I think you've spoken for all of us there," said Rachel.
"I'm not sure if Sally and Shadow have interacted more in the past," Mercury continued. "But as of right now… I don't think they have. Who knows? Maybe Sally's not into bad boys."
"Again…" Rachel concluded. "I think you've spoken for all of us when you say that you really can't draw an opinion."
Levi and Thorn nodded.
"Well, that's it for this week," said Rachel, getting up from her seat. "…And next week is FREAKIN' CHRISTMAS! Don't be surprised if I go on the air with a bit of pumpkin pie on my shirt. Join us for our Christmas episode when we sit down, around a fake open fire, roasting fake chestnuts and the like, whilst we discuss the shipping of…"
One snicker escaped from her face.
"Another crack shipping, as I like to call it," she explained. "The anti-hero continues his saga on the show for next week… when we discuss how he has been paired with the golden-hearted time traveler. Shadilver, everyone. Shadow and Silver. Keep open minds, and I'll see you all on Christmas Night!"
The cameras flipped off, and she snickered a bit more as she headed for backstage.
However, she was stopped by a sharp call.
"'Ey!" came from Mercury, who was still sitting in her chair.
"…Yep?" Rachel responded, turning around and walking over to her.
"What do you want most for Christmas?" Mercury asked.
"…I've got a couple of things in mind… and one is going to sound cheesy as hell…" Rachel laughed.
"On of 'em is Silver, isn't it?" Mercury laughed back.
"I've just established a friendship with the man, I know!" said Rachel. "But… I mean… I've got a crush on him! Whaddaya expect?"
"True that," Mercury nodded, completely knowing the feeling. "What was the other thing?"
"…A huge gift card to GameStop," Rachel said. "Just… so I can go nuts, you know?"
Author's casual discussion #1: I'd like to thank Oceanic Coral for bringing up a little thing called "Reader's Casual Discussion." Well… you asked, and you got my OC's answer. My answer? Uh… Huh… Probably a Wii U. I realized that I'd be super excited if I found that under some wrapping paper next week. So now, I give the same question to all of you readers. What do YOU want the most for Christmas? Or Hanukkah? What do you want most for the holidays?
Author's casual discussion #2: And… I mean, it would be cool if the Sonic universe was real, right? I get this image sometimes of… well… What if one school was just suddenly filled with the fictional characters that each of its students was in love with? How would you feel if you just walked in to find your fictional special one awaiting you right beside your seat?