After accepting the fact that she could not avoid making bonds with people, Robin slowly began to open up to her classmates and they in turn opened up to her. It felt nice to not be so alone while she was stuck here in Japan. The weeks passed by quickly as she learned more about the students of 1-A and more about her teachers. Her closest allies in this world so far were Shouto, Uraraka, Deku, Iida, surprisingly Aizawa, and a kid from the General Studies course - Hitoshi Shinsou. Robin had met Shinsou shortly after forming a C-Rank bond with Shouto. She had been engrossed in a book when she quite literally bumped into Shinsou. Since Robin had no idea about his Quirk, she wasn't scared of him and even after telling her, Shinsou was surprised to see that Robin still stuck around.
With Shinsou, the two had bonded over not being trusted right away by others for the most part. The indigo haired male explained how everyone was terrified of his Quirk and constantly called his Quirk evil. Robin, instead of calling it evil, asked him to explain how his brainwashing Quirk worked and to try it on her. With a little bit of hesitation, Shinsou complied and used his Quirk on Robin for a bit, simply having her dance for a few seconds before dropping it. Robin was impressed at how strong his Quirk was and praised him for it. In return, Robin explained how prior to coming to UA, she wasn't trusted right away due to having genuine amnesia. She talked about how she had been constantly under scrutiny from a few of the people who were friends with the one guy who gave her a chance to fit in. Instead of explaining in the context of the Shepherds, Robin made sure to twist her past so that it fit a school setting which was a lot harder than she originally thought it would be. Of course she showed off her magic in return when Shinsou asked about her "Quirk".
On the few Sundays that Robin had had so far, she had gotten closer to Aizawa. Since Aizawa was an Underground Hero, it made more sense for him to help her find a way back instead of Midnight. Aizawa was helping her to find the Outrealm Portal to get back to her original world. The Erasure Hero also took on this job as it would mean more intel for him and for other Heroes. After all, it could help them prepare for an invasion from another world for some reason. He would have laughed at that thought before but after meeting Robin and hearing her explain the Outrealm Portals and about the Future Children traveling to the past, it wasn't too crazy of a thought. Aizawa and Robin actually got along with their sense of logic presiding over emotions, especially when it came to fighting. While exploring, the two discussed battle tactics both had used when working aside others. It made Robin happy that Aizawa was not the big, grumpy, grizzly bear he made himself out to be, but she would never out him like that.
When it came to bonding with Iida, Robin found that it was due to their similar sense of responsibility. Iida had admitted to Robin his foolishness during his internship and how had it not been for Deku and Shouto, he might not be alive. As much as Robin wanted to tell Iida that something similar had happened, she simply gave him her sympathy. Robin then noted how much happier and brighter Iida seemed to be and figured it probably had to do with telling someone outside the incident that wasn't a professional and not judging him. It made her heart swell up with joy that she could still do something even if she couldn't be completely honest with these people.
Robin grew close to Deku and Uraraka at the same time. It was actually amusing to her as she, much like the rest of 1-A, thought that the two had feelings for each other and as such, she teased the two. Both had blushed at the teasing, not because they liked each other because it wasn't until Robin's tease that it struck them that they acted like people who might like each other in a romantic sense. After explaining to Robin that they were just really good friends and that they both would be thrown off by the other every now and then since they weren't used to having a friend of the opposite sex. The mistake made Robin think of how she mistook Flavia and Basilio to be lovers but unlike Deku and Uraraka, they didn't get flustered by the other. It made Robin really happy to have some sense of familiarity in this world and with her bonds with Uraraka and Deku, she didn't feel like such an outcast anymore.
It was the night before Final Exams and Robin was doing some last minute studying with Shouto, Iida, Deku and Uraraka at Deku's house. Robin was fairly confident in her ability to do well on the tests. With the exception of History, Robin had everything down on lock. Since it was mostly review, the five were mostly just relaxing, occasionally randomly quizzing another out of the blue. Even when questioned with History, Robin managed to get each question right the first try. Every now and then, Inko would stop by to give them refreshments and Robin couldn't help but smile, albeit a little sad, and think of Emmeryn. When it was eventually time to leave, Shouto offers to walk Robin back to Midnight's place and Robin accepts. With a wave to their friends, Robin and Shouto head back to their home.
"Think Aizawa-sensei is really going to not let people go to the summer training camp if they fail?" Shouto asks, looking at Robin.
"Nah. Probably one of his logical ruses. Besides, I'm not worried for either of us. We're both very intelligent and do well in combat," Robin answers.
"I had the same thought," Shouto hums. He glances at Robin's hand, wanting to hold it but unsure if that was something friends did. After all, if it was a couple thing, Shouto didn't want to ruin his chances by being too bold. Robin notices the glance and she holds her hand out. Shouto gives a ghost of a smile and grabs her offered hand with his left hand. The tactician was pleasantly surprised to feel the warmth that came with holding Shouto's hand. It was a different warmth than whenever she held Chrom's hand, but it was similar to holding Olivia's hand - a gentle, warm hold that conveyed friendship. Robin's curiosity gets the better of her and while still holding hands with Shouto, she moves in front of him, causing their walking to stop.
"Give me your right hand," Robin says, holding out her left hand. Shouto blinks owlishly before slotting his right hand into her left. "Oh! How weird! I didn't realize your Quirk affected your body temperature like that when not in use too!"
"Not just my hands. My entire body," Shouto says, amused at Robin's newfound discovery.
"Really?"
"Really really. Want to find out for yourself?"
"Of course! I suppose a hug would be the best mode of operation to test that. Is that acceptable to you Shouto?"
"Yeah, that's fine," Shoto answers calmly. On the inside he was internally panicking as he did NOT think this all the way through. Robin smiles at Shouto before removing her hands from his so that she could hug him. The dual haired male gently puts his arms around Robin while he tried to not burst into flame on his left side. Since he was a few inches taller, Shouto was able to get the faintest whiff of Robin's scent - jasmine, lavender and a soft smell he couldn't quite place a word to. By being so entranced by Robin, Shouto almost didn't hear her speak.
"Oh wow, that's so weird! Getting both the warmth and cold at the same time!" Robin says. The tactician didn't know why she found the dual but contrasting temperatures so intriguing but it absolutely fascinated her. She then steps back and smiles up at Shouto. "Well, let's keep walking. We need to get home so we can be well rested for the physical final exam."
"Right. Lead on," Shouto nods. He started to calm down as he walks with Robin the rest of the way. It was a comfortable silence as they walked, both just enjoying the other's company. Upon reaching Midnight's place, the Plegian turns to Shouto and hugs him goodbye. The dual Quirk user hugged back and then waved as he watched Robin run up to the apartment. He then goes on his way, a smile on his lips as he thinks about the purple haired female.
The next day went by fast, even with the written final exams. The entire class was buzzing with excitement and nerves as they all knew the physical final exam was coming up. As instructed, they all went to get changed into their Hero Costumes and to gather outside the training grounds to await further instruction. Robin was more than excited to put her familiar Grandmaster robes on, having missed the cloak that she took so much comfort in. Robin hadn't had the chance to show off her robes since there hadn't been a need for the students to have their Hero Costumes and she knew that everyone was really curious as to how she would look. Just as Robin was about to enter the changing rooms, a hand grabs her and pulls her back, causing the purplette to come face to face with one particular pinkette - Mei Hatsume.
"Ah! Hatsume! What's up?" Robin says pleasantly. Deku had introduced her to Hatsume after mentioning that she wanted a support item.
"I just completed your baby! And just in time it seems too!" Hatsume says, grinning widely. "I'll admit the design was rather interesting, given the peculiar blade shape but I got those storage and channeling modules set up just as you asked! Oh, and I added a little something-something to your baby too!"
"Oh I'm excited. Please explain everything just so I know how it all works!" Robin says, her curiosity spiking. She watches as Hatsume produces a replica of the Levin Sword she had used back in her world. Hatsume hands it over but her hands linger as she gestures to certain spots while she explains each part.
"So as you requested, the storage module is on the hilt. Just grasp it and activate your Quirk for a hot second and boom - Quirk stored! The channeling module goes throughout the blade and all you have to do is click this yellow button and the energy you had stored will last for about a minute. Only works with elemental Quirks so if you got Todoroki to use his Ice Quirk on it, you'd have Ice!" Hatsume explains.
"Whoa... This is amazing Hatsume!" Robin praises. She backs up a bit to give it a few experimental twirls and swishes. "And it's super light too! Now what did you add?" the tactician says, looking over at Hatsume again. A wide grin splays on Hatsume's face.
"I'm glad you asked! So you told me that your Quirk is always instantaneous which got me thinking - what if you could cause a delayed reaction? And as such, I answered that question with a delayed activation module! To use it, point the tip of the sword at your target and whack the butt of the hilt. It'll cause whatever energy is stored to be launched in an orb and stick to the first surface it comes into contact with. Since the orb form is not very stable, it'll explode between half a minute to a minute!" Hatsume says, puffing her chest out in pride.
"Hatsume.. You're a genius! That's absolutely brilliant!" Robin gushes.
"I'm glad someone appreciates my genius! If anyone asks, make sure you tell them who made it!" Hatsume grins. "Now, I gotta go deliver something to Aizawa-sensei. Good luck on your final!" she says before running off. Robin waves to Hatsume before running off into the changing room. She quickly and eagerly changes into her familiar robes and hooks her new Levin sword onto her waist. She walks out just as Aizawa, and some of the other staff, walk out. The tactician got a lot of compliments on her outfit and many curious glances at her sword. Aizawa clears his throat, getting everyone's attention.
"Now, you all probably have an idea as to what this physical final will be dealing with," Aizawa starts out.
"Oh! Robots!" Denki and Mina both call out.
"Nope! You'll be facing off the staff!" Nezu says, popping out of Aizawa's scarf, startling a few students. Robin chuckles as she found it adorable. "This is due with the sudden rise of villains and as such, we will be testing you with real-life situations. You will all work in pairs, except for Robin who will work on her own, and you all will face off against a staff member!"
"Since you all are students, we will be handicapped with these super compact weighted bracelets. To pass this test you have two options - capture us with the handcuffs you will be provided with or get one person to escape. You will be in separate locations and going at the same time. The test lasts thirty minutes," Aizawa explains as he hands out the bracelets. "Robin, your victory conditions are different. You have to win either by knock out or capture. And should another pair finish before you do, that teacher will join the fight."
"Wait, why does Robin have a slightly different test?" Kirishima pipes up. The staff was putting on the bracelets, except for Nezu and Hound Dog who were handing out the handcuffs to the students.
"This is due to her being able to one v all of you, yo! As such, to make things fair, we had to amp up the difficulty!" Present Mic explains. Robin smirks at the challenge.
"Challenge accepted!" Robin says confidently. It was war time. "Oh, and anyone who joins should take the bracelets off. I can handle it."
"That's the idea for you Robin. Now, after I finish listing the teams, get on the buses so we can get started," Aizawa says. "The teams are as follows: Midoriya and Bakugo against All-Might, Todoroki and Yaoyorozu against myself, Kaminari and Ashido against Principal Nezu, Asui and Tokoyami against Ectoplasm, Kirishima and Sato against Cementoss, Hanata and Mineta against Midnight, Aoyama and Uraraka against Thirteen, Iida and Ojiro against Power Loader, Hagakure and Shoji against Snipe, Koda and Jirou against Present Mic, and Robin against Hound Dog to start. Now, get going!" he says. Everyone hurries onto the buses, the last leg of the final exams about to begin.
