Hello Earthlings. Just an idea that I had bouncing around in my head that I wanted to share with everyone. This purely for fun and I don't really know how far I'll go. However, I'll keep writing it as long as I can.
Again, this is a non-canon spin-off that's based on the original Watching Him Die Again and Again by Reactionist. Please go support the original story.
Disclaimer: I do not own Re: Zero, or any of the characters.
"Aye brotto, how long have we even been here?" Garfiel asked a gray-haired merchant.
"I am not really sure. It feels like we've been here for a couple days now." Otto responded to his demi-human friend.
The two friends of Subaru were comfortably sitting down in their seats at the theater they are currently being housed at. Garfiel had his chair reclined down and his hands behind his head. Otto sat up straight and was eating a small bag of snacks.
"I mean, I ain't really complain' since this place has taught us a lot bout Cap'n but still…" Garfiel started, as he looked at the 4 walls that surrounded him
"...this place is starting to feel like another home."
"Well, home isn't exactly what I would call it Garf..." a female demi-human maid cut in as she walked down the steps of the theater
"...Warden-sama did say we are his prisoners." Frederica told her brother
Garfiel let out an irritated sigh at the remainder. "Yeah, yeah, I get that."
"W-Well even if we are his prisoners, Warden-sama still does treat us relatively well." a small maid said from behind Frederica
"I mean he gives food, water, and even our own individual rooms to sleep in!" Petra said with a smile on her face
"Things could definitely be worse." Otto agreed.
"And most important of all, we are learning how important Natuski-san really is to our world." he followed
At this, Garfiel, Frederica, and Petra looked down with sad expressions.
"I-I still can't believe… how much… Subaru-sama has gone through since coming to our world." Petra said with tears once again forming in her eyes. Frederica enveloped her understudy into a hug as she patted the top of Petra's head.
"Yeah… Cap'n really is amazin'" Garfiel said with a small smile.
"Speaking of Subaru-sama, isn't it time we watched another viewing about him?" Frederica questioned
Otto nodded his head at this. "Indeed, Warden-sama did tell us all to meet back here at this time."
As if on cue, the various members of the cast slowly began to re-enter the theater. All of the candidates and their respective camps steadily made their way to the seats.
A certain silver haired half-elf sat next to the sleeping Subaru.
"Good morning, Subaru." Emilia said to the sleeping boy. She couldn't tell if it was morning or not. No one in this theater could tell considering it's closed off on all sides. However, she still felt like she needed to say out loud. It's likely due to nostalgia as she reflects back on all the times she greeted him in the morning when they were at the mansion.
On the other side of the sleeping boy, a short blond-haired girl sat down as well.
Felt was glad that she was able to sit next to the person she affectionately called 'Big bro'. However, she was still slightly traumatized from the various deaths she witnessed Subaru endure. She gently placed her hand on top of his.
"I hope I can learn everything I can about you Big bro. So that I can help you…" Feld said quietly.
"All of you better not be too rough with Betty's contractor, I suppose." a certain drill-haired loli said as she entered the theater.
She slowly made her way to her contractor and took her usual seat in the theater. In Subaru's lap.
"Throughout this entire ordeal, the hands of Betty's Subaru have endured a lot of punishment, in fact." Beatrice said with an annoyed expression.
"I-It's not our fault Betty-chan…" Emilia said, red-faced with embarrassment.
"...i-it's just really comforting."
"Hmph! Comforting or not you are destroying the hands of Betty's Subaru, I suppose! How will he provide Betty with proper headpats if his hands are squished to a pulp, in fact?!" Beatrice responded angrily
"B-But Betty-chan-" Emilia started to say
Alright, alright hurry up now. Back to your seats
"Wa' are ya goin' to make us watch now?!" Garfiel shouted at the screen
Something...very interesting.
"What's that supposed to mean?" Anastasia asked suspiciously
Oh you'll see very soon. And I suspect you'll find it entertaining most all, Anastasia
At this, the purple-haired candidate could only raise her eyebrow. The members of her camp slightly tensed at the mention of their candidate.
"If I may ask, who are you? You don't sound like the usual Warden?" Crusch questioned.
Ah yes. How perceptive of you Miss Crusch. I am in fact, not your usual Warden.
The rest of the cast looked at each other with confused expressions. Being kidnapped by an all powerful-being such as the Warden was weird enough, but now having TWO wardens keep them hostage was starting to get ridiculous.
"Why are you different, nyan?" a confused Felix asked
Well I'm different because I'll be showing you another reality.
At this revelation, the entire cast widened their eyes.
"Another reality? Is this similar to when Subaru-kun was chosen as a candidate instead of Felt-sama?" Rem asked
Felt grimaced at the reminder.
Indeed it is. It's a reality where a different choice altered the fate of our dear Subaru
"Is this where Big boss bro joins our camp?!" an excited Mimi called out
"Ha! That sounds like a lot of fun doesn't it." Ricardo laughed out
"It certainly will make things more...lively." Juilus said quietly. He didn't want to show it, but he is genuinely excited to find out if Subaru joined Anastasia-sama's camp.
The Emilia camp could only look down with sad looks at the mention of Subaru joining another camp. He has become so essential to their group, that they wouldn't know what to do without him if he decided to leave.
No, no. He won't be joining your camp, or anyone else's camp in here
"Then where the hell is Big bro gonna go?!" Felt demanded, ticked off that she won't be able to see Subaru join a camp with her.
Where will he go you say? Well, nowhere…
"I-I don't understand." Emilia tried to say
"Tch. Enough of these foolish games. A goddess such as myself has no patience for such useless banter." An annoyed Priscilla said through her fan
I meannnnn, he won't be transported to Lugunica. He'll stay right there, in his homeworld.
This caused the entire cast to drop their jaws in shock. Based on what they've seen so far, Subaru has become such an essential part to the stability of Luginica. The idea that there's a world where Subaru isn't sent here was… unsettling to say the least.
"P-Preposterous, in fact. B-Betty will always find her Subaru, I suppose." Beatrice said with a trembling voice, gripping Subaru's clothes tighter. It scared her to even think about a reality where she wasn't contracted with the person she cares for so much.
"A-A world, without my Subaru?" Emilia said as she looked down on her sleeping knight.
A certain clown-faced man raised an eyebrow at this. 'It's interesting to think how events would have played out had Subaru not been in our world. I wonder how Teacher would deal with this?' Roswaal thought to himself
"B-But then who will save our village? Who will stop the giant Whale?" Petra cried out, heartbroken that she wouldn't be able to meet her idol
Crusch and her camp also gritted their teeth at this. Without Subaru's help, they are almost certain they all would've died during the subjection of the White Whale.
"So we won't see anything from Luginica?" Crusch asked, trying to take her mind off the troubling thoughts.
Nope! Everything you will see from here on out will be from Subaru's homeworld.
At this, the mood of the theater was slightly improved as the feeling of excitement filled the air, everyone was aware that Subaru's world was more technologically advanced than Lugunica. Therefore, taking a proper look, instead of a small glimpse, of this world is something that everyone is interested in.
'Hmm. Was this why the warden said I would find this viewing interesting?' Anastasia questioned with a wide grin. This viewing could prove to be a gold mine in discovering new information about the place where Hoshin came from.
I can see I got you guys hooked now huh
This caused many in the theater to give a nod. While many still feared the consequences of Subaru not being in Lugunica, they also felt genuine curiosity about the mysterious knight's homeworld.
Well before we begin I guess I better properly introduce myself since you'll be hearing from me a lot more than your usual warden.
Everyone once again got confused.
"We're going to be hearing from you a lot more?" Emilia repeated
"How do you mean Warden-sama?" Wilhelm politely asked
What I mean is, that I'll be here to provide you all with basic information to help you understand the things you'll see in Subaru's world. I mean… you guys do know how far back Lugincia is in terms of technology.
Everyone gave hesitant nods. They didn't really like to be reminded how technologically superior Subaru's world was compared to theirs. Not out loud at least.
Well, almost everyone.
"Now this is something I can get behind." Anastasia said with a wide smile. Her leg shaking with anticipation at the thought of learning more about the world of that half-wit's knight.
To give proper context of what you all are about to witness, the people in Subaru's world has developed to the point that they can visit other planets.
For the second time today, everyone's collective jaw dropped.
"O-other planets?" Reinhard asked in shock
"You mean they can touch the stars?!" Petra asked excitedly
"T-That's absolutely amazing!" Crusch cried out
"And they were able to do it without magic!" A shocked Rem said
It truly was a feat that came to the shock of everyone in the audience. No one has even considered the possibility of traveling enough that they would be able to touch the stars.
"EEEEEP" Anastasia said in a very un-Anastasia like manner. Much to the surprise of the members of her camp. Her mind was just booming with possible business opportunities of having technology that could reach the stars.
'The possibilities are endless!' Anastasia thought greedily.
Hehe. If you think that is cool, then wait till you hear this.
The cast looked at the screen with bated breaths.
"Well cmon! Spit it out!" A frustrated Mimi yelled
Your Subaru would eventually grow up to become one of the people skilled enough to travel among the stars. They called these brave few… astronauts.
Everyone's eyes widened at what their warden revealed to them.
They all turned their gazes to a certain sleeping boy at the center of the theater.
"Did you hear that Federica ne-sama! Subaru can travel through the stars!" Petra said jumping up and down in her seat
Garfiel could only shake his legs and pound on his arm chairs in excitement. He always knew his Capn' was awesome!
"I knew you were destined for greatness Subaru-dono." Wilhelm said fondly
"Hmph! You are all fools if you expected anything less of Betty's Subaru, I suppose!" Beatrice said proudly
"I'm sure Barusu must've found a way to cheat his way to that position." Ram said, but she wore a small smile on her face that indicates her true feelings on the young man's accomplishment
Rem could only hold her hand in her chest with a fond expression.
"My hero always accomplishes the most amazing things!" She said happily
'Hehe. Who woulda thought you became one of those people bro?' Al thought to himself with a smile on his face.
'An astronaut. A person capable of walking among the stars.' Emilia thought in amazement
"You're so cool Subaru!" Emilia said while clutching her knight's arm.
However, her emotions then shifted to that of guilt. As she remembers that her knight won't have this amazing future since he's been transported to Lugunica.
Pretty cool huh? Now let's get started before I spoil the fun.
"Wait Warden-sama!" Petra called out
Hm? What is it child?
Petra began to nervously fidget with her hands.
"I-it's just that… you said you'd introduce yourself." She said shyly to the great-being
Oh yeah! Your right! Thanks for reminding me dear Petra.
This caused the young maid to smile.
Ahem. Well ladies and gentlemen. My name is Bill. Bill Nye. It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance
"Nice to meet you Bill!" Mimi said with her thumbs up.
Now… let's get this show on the road shall we?
So uhh... yeah... Bill Nye "The Science Guy" is the warden. It felt appropriate considering he's going to be explaining some HARDCORE KNOWLEDGE on these fools. I'll try to keep his dialogue to a minimum, mainly for info-drops. Anyway hope you guys enjoyed it. Chapter 1 is coming really soon.
Big thanks to my Beta readers. You guys helped make my trashy grammar better. Appreciate ya.