We open in Super Smash City, the home of Nintendo's Super Smash Bros. Today is Mega Man's
first day in SS City. His pals, Sonic the Hedgehog and Super Mario are giving him the tour of
the city.
"And this is Pokemon Stadium," said Sonic. "You've heard of Pokemon, right?"
"Oh yes," said Mega Man. "Pikachu."
"Correct," said Mario.
"I like it here," said Mega Man. "And I can't wait to battle you two someday."
"I say you're worthy for this game," said Sonic. "After all, every video game character wants to be
in Super Smash Bros. I wanted to ever since the first game came out."
"I was afraid they'd say 'no' to you, Sonic," said Mario.
"Yeah, well, I'm just as popular as you, Mario," said Sonic. "Mega Man, here, is our little rookie."
Mega Man blushed. Then he sees a woman in a red and gold robot suit. She's taking the suit off
at the moment. She's wearing a one-piece bathing suit now. Mega Man has hearts in his eyes.

"Who is that?" asked Mega Man.
"Oh, her?" said Mario. "Ah. That's Samus Aran from the Metroid games. Another popular Nintendo
series."
"You wouldn't believe the reactions of many boys finding out in the end that Samus is a woman,"
said Sonic.
"Yeah..." said Mega Man, still infatuated. "She's beautiful..."
"Go up and say 'hi'," said Sonic. "She's a nice lady warrior."
Mega Man blushed furiously and gulps. "Okay, here I go..."

Mega Man walks up to Samus, practicing her self defense.
"Excuse me," said Mega Man. "Miss Aran?"
Samus didn't hear Mega Man. She accidently kicks him, not paying attention.
"OUCH!" yelled Mega Man.
Samus turns to Mega Man and gasps. "Oh my gosh! Are you alright?"
She helps him up. "I am so sorry."
Mega Man rubs his head and smiles at Samus. Samus smiles back.
"Hi, uh, I'm Mega Man from Capcom. Are you Samus Aran from Metroid?"
"The one and only, honey," said Samus. "Nice to meet you. Welcome to Super Smash City. Are
you new?"
"Yes, ma'am," said Mega Man. "Sonic and Super Mario are giving me a tour."
Samus looks up at Sonic and Mario who are waving to her.
"Hi, guys!" she said. "If it's alright with you, I'll take over on the tour thing."
"Okay," said Sonic. "Meet us at the gym after supper, Mega Man, okay?"
"Will do, Sonic," said Mega Man.

Samus kneels down to young Mega Man. "You're cute."
Mega Man giggles and blushes. "Thank you."
"So, tell me about yourself, kid," said Samus, as they walk down the city streets.
"Well, my real name is Rock," said Mega Man. "I was converted into a robot to help save my
city. My rival is Dr. Wily. He creates robots to take over the city. But I destroy them before it's
too late. I'm a true blue hero."
Samus smiles. "Sounds cool. You are a hero it sounds like."
"Thanks, Samus," said Mega Man. "Now, tell me about you."
"Hmm..." said Samus. "My story, well that's a long story. I'll tell you later. Don't worry, it's
not a boring story."
"That's okay," said Mega Man. "I look forward to hearing it."

They arrive at the park where a young boy is playing with his fellow Pokemon: Charizard, Venusaur
and Blastoise and Pikachu. The little Pikachu runs over to Mega Man.
"Pika Pika!" he said.
"Hello, little Pikachu," said Mega Man. "I'm Mega Man."
The young boy turns to Samus and Mega Man. "Hey, Samus! Long time no see!"
"Hello, Red!" said Samus. "This is Mega Man, our newcomer from Capcom."
"Hi!" said Mega Man. "I love your Pokemon."
"Come say hello to them," said Red. "They're very friendly."
Mega Man goes up to Charizard. "You must be Charizard. I'm Mega Man."
Charizard held out his hand to shake hands. Mega Man does so.
Then he moves on to Venusaur. "Wow, who's this Pokemon?"
"That's Venusaur," said Red. "She's the evolved version of Bulbasaur."
"She looks interesting," said Mega Man. "How are you, Venusaur?"
Venusaur lets out a happy sound and smiles.
"See? She likes you," said Red.
Finally, Mega Man meets Blastoise. "Woah," said Mega Man. "A giant water turtle. Is he
related to Squirtle?"
"You know your Pokemon knowledge," said Red. "Yes, Blastoise comes from a baby Squirtle."
"I love the rocket cannons," said Mega Man. "Does water shoot out from them?"
"You bet," said Red. "They spray big time when in battle."
"Cool," said Mega Man. "What about Pikachu?"
"Ah, Pikachu," Red said with a smile. "He's one of my special Pokemon."
"Why's that?" asked Mega Man.
"Because, in my opinion, he knows what friendship is all about," said Red.
"I see," said Mega Man. "Pokemon are like your partners, right?"
"Yes indeed," said Red. "The golden rule is to not use Pokemon as tools of war. That's not
how trainers do."
"Amen, brother!" Mega Man said with a thumbs up.

TO BE CONTINUED...