"Whoa… check out all the horsepower in here!" Ethox said as the next chamber they went into was designed like a sort of soccer stadium, and different kinds of cars with varying designs were lined up along the pitch.

"Oh...that's a Rocket League stadium. It's a sport where you control rocket powered cars to get a ball into the goal." Jet said.

"So… basically it's Soccer with Cars?" Kendo asked.

"Pretty much." Jet said.

"There are stadiums like this all over the Future Universe, supposedly. I didn't think we'd find one here." Fulgore said.

"Oh, you all have no idea how big the sport is." A voice called out to them.

"Wait… Who said that? I can feel its aura, but…" David said.

"Hmm… Impressive. So some of you were able to sense my presence." the figure said as they decloaked, revealing a creature familiar to some of them.

"Well, well… Didn't expect to find one of your kind lurking in these parts." David said as the figure was revealed to be a Predator.

"Oh, come on. I gotta make some downtime somehow." the creature said through the translator.

"A Predator, talking to us? This is certainly surreal." Zephyr said.

"He's not exactly talking. He's using a translator to communicate with us. Our comms pretty much work the same way." Fulgore said.

"I see…." Hope said. "So, about what you said before… is Rocket League really that popular?"

"Oh, you bet your spine it is. As it implies, there is even a professional league centered around it." the Predator said. "10 teams from all over compete in a round-robin fashion. And the top 6 teams move on to the playoffs to see which team is crowned champions. Every season of that league is so intense, for veterans and new-bloods alike."

"Wow, sounds pretty rad." David said.

"And I could tell the look of interest in some of your faces. Perhaps some of you would like to try it?" the Predator asked.

"Really? You'd give us the chance to use this field and the cars?" Hope asked.

"Well, this stadium is still new. So although it isn't used officially yet, it's still good for exhibition matches." the Predator said.

"So, some of us are gonna play the first game ever to be played in this stadium?" Ethox said, stars in his eyes. "That's awesome!"

"Yeah. Just hearing about it gets me excited. I want in too!" David said.

"This will be quite interesting to see." Fulgore said.

"Uh, actually Ethox, do you know how to drive?" Ultra asked.

This question caused Ethox to deflate a bit. "Uh…you just step on the pedals and turn the wheel, right?" the Nobody asked hopefully.

"...Yeah, you're not going." DJ said flatly. "I have experience driving, so I'll represent you."

"Okay, thanks DJ." Ethox said, a little disappointed.

"Alright. So how many drivers are on each team?" Hope asked.

"Supposedly, it can range up to 4." the Predator said.

"Hmmm… okay, so how about one member from each group goes up to be selected? Then the teams will be randomized for the exhibition match." Hope said.

"Um, Hope. There's a little problem with your math there." Cheetah said.

"Right… there's 9 groups. How will this work exactly?" Hope asked.

"It's fine. Not all of us are really into this stuff to start with." Jexi said.

"You're really okay with sitting this out, Jexi?" Fulgore asked.

"Eh...if I can't hit anything, not interested." Jexi said.

"Same with us since we don't know how to use cars." Riolu said.

"Same over here too." Theo said.

"Okay, so that's three groups sitting out." Rhatla said. "That means 2 groups will have to double up."

"We're okay with doing that." Hope said.

"And Fulgore has already shown interest as well." David said.

"I suppose I'll join in too. Might be interesting." Rhatla said.

"I think we'll pass too." Ace said.

"In that case, would you mind if I joined as well, sister?" Agursu asked.

"I shall represent Team Chronicle in this competition!" CP declared.

"Uh, do you even know how to drive a car, Cap?" Zephyr asked.

"Hah! Of course I do! After all, who do you think is in charge of driving the Go-Go Mobile when it is required?" CP asked.

"And to round the eight men out, I'll be the second entrant for the Hope Squad!" Peni declared.

"You? But you're 14, I'm pretty sure you don't even have a license yet." Kaibara said.

"I know I'm still young, but I drive Sp/dr around all the time. What makes you think I can't drive a car?" Peni asked.

"She makes a good point, and I don't think age really matters in Rocket League." Al said.

"Pretty sure it still does." the Predator said. "But… This is an unofficial match, so I think this can slide."

"Alright, we got our Eight reps. Let's get into our teams." Hope said.

"Have a good game, everyone." Tsuki said.

The eight of the selected members were then randomly shuffled into the 4 man respective Blue and Orange teams. On the Blue team was David, Hope, DJ and Peni. That leaves the Orange team with Fulgore, Agursu, Rhatla and CP.

"Okay, now for some ground rules. A standard match lasts for 5 minutes. Much like your sport of soccer, the object of the game is to score as many goals as possible within the time limit. If it is a tie after 5 minutes elapses, the game will go into Sudden Death until someone scores a goal." the Predator said.

"Sounds simple enough. Okay guys, let's start our engines!" Hope said.

A metallic ball soon drops into the middle of the field.

"Both sides ready?" the Predator asked as lights started to flash until they turned green. "Begin the match!"

"Temporary Go-Go Rocket, AWAY!" CP called out as he charged full throttle towards the ball and hit it, sending it flying across the field. "Quickly, my teammates! We must intercept the landing!" the captain said as he took off after the ball, the other players doing the same.

"We're not gonna let you win that easy!" Hope said as the main player accelerated to grab the ball as well.

"Let's see what this baby can do." David said as he pulled a lever, causing his car to do a front flip towards the ball. The ball was hit by the car, sending it over to the orange team's side.

Peni then hit the rocket boosters on her car to catch up to the ball. "Whoa! These things really move!" she called as she rammed the ball to pass it. "Heads up, DJ!"

"I see it!" DJ confirmed as he raced towards the ball, attempting to line up the shot towards the Orange Team's goal. With a quick application of his own rocket boost, he hit the ball head on at full force, sending the metal construct rocketing into the goal. "First point."

"Nice work, DJ." David said.

"Buck up, everyone. It's only the first goal. We can still turn this around." Agursu said.

"You're right. One goal doesn't mean they win." Fulgore said, grabbing the ball as it was dispensed again.

"After all, the game has only just begun." Rhatla said.

"Let's go then." Fulgore said as he passed it over to Rhatla, who boosted in for a shot.

"Come on, get in, get in…" Rhatla muttered as the ball was flying towards the goal.

The blue team tried to block it, but the ball went in, the ball exploding in orange smoke to signify a point was won.

"Yes! Yes, I got it!" Rhatla said.

"That's a very nice play, sister." Agursu said. "Our scores are now tied."

"And it seems there is only 1 minute left on the clock. If things stay like this, we'll be going to Sudden Death." Fulgore said.

"Then all we must do is score another goal, then guard our own until the timer runs out." CP said. "Fulgore, I put my trust in you. I will follow your lead."

"Alright then. Then it looks like it's time for the 2x2 strat." Fulgore said.

"That strategy, huh? Alright. Let's do it." Agursu said.

"Be careful, guys… It looks like they're up to something." David said.

"Hm… David, let me guard the goal." DJ said. "If they try to get a shot in, I'll do my best to block it, then you grab the ball and drive like you're in NASCAR towards their goal."

"Or at least like I'm trying to get away from the cops." David said. "Alrighty. Hope, Peni. Arrow Formation."

"Got your back, David!" Hope said.

"Let's do this!" Peni said.

"Let's go!" David said as both teams began to charge at the ball, Agursu and Rhatla going by the flanks, going right past them. "Hmm… That's odd. I wonder why those two are going off like that…"

Back from the goal, DJ got a full view, seeing Agursu and Rhatla going past his teammates. "Looks like the siblings are passing them. Why leave Fulgore and CP-" he wondered before realization set in. "Sonova gun, it's that strategy! Guys, it's a 2x2!"

"Wait, seriously? Oh crap. We better not let these guys get a chance to score. Go, go! Full throttle!" David said. "Hope, Peni. It's a game of chicken. Send them an invitation!"

"On it!" Hope said going off to the right while Peni went left to cut off Agurusu and Rhatla.

"Meanwhile, I'll try to keep these guys on me." David said as he grabbed the ball and zipped across the field.

"He's stalling. He's waiting for the clock to run out. Oh no you don't!" Fulgore said as he launched his pursuit.

"A high speed chase then, eh?" CP noted before he got a crazy idea. "Then high-speed it shall be! Tally...HO!" the man yelled as he activated his rocket boost and his car's jump at the same time, sending his car flying through the air towards David's. "I'm definitely acting like a madman, but I'm having fun! Face the Go-Go Missile Offense, Ishihara!"

"Okay, they're pursuing me. That's good." David said as he punched it, sending the ball towards the dome's edge, bouncing it off the chain as it was flying in the middle of the field. "Hope, Peni, punch it!"

"Ikuze, Hope!" Peni said, swerving around Rhatla as she caught the ball. The final seconds were ticking down as she vollied the ball in the air.

"Down to the wire, this shot will take it home!" Hope said, hitting some colored boost pads as he kicked his boosters and jumped into the air. "The Blue team to bring it home, Number 7 makes the shot!" he slammed into the ball with force, sending the ball flying to the orange team goal. Fulgore tried to block it only to miss it by inches. The ball exploded in blue smoke just as the horn sounded.

"GOOOAAAAAAAAAALLLLLL!" Peni cheered.

"Game set! By a score of 2-1, winner is...Blue Team!" the Predator announced.

"We lost… Forgive us, we have failed you." Rhatla said.

"There's nothing to apologize for. It was a very intense match. In fact, it triggered an emotion I don't usually feel." Fulgore said. "Excitement. Not since the Olympics have I felt anything like this."

"You all were awesome out there!" Kor said, starry-eyed.

"Haha!" CP laughed. "Truely, this game is full of excitement! May this match be a herald of things to come from this stadium!"

The Predator let out a laugh. "Your kind never ceases to surprise me. I can tell those maneuvers will serve you all well."

"Thanks. That was a blast!" David said.

"Yes. I hope to see you all again soon...preferably not as enemies." the Predator said.

"Uh...yeah. Just...don't rip out our skulls as hunting trophies." Sunset said.

"No promises." the Predator said, cloaking himself again.

"Eep!" Ginseng said.

"Enemies...enemies...crud! We were so busy having fun, we forgot about the reason we even entered this place." Jet said.

"That Reploid, correct? I think he's ready for us." Fulgore said.

"Then let's go take care of business." Zero said.