"Well, this is weird." Looking around in confusion, I raised an eyebrow. I am surrounded by gray/purple mist. "Don't tell me I've been taken from the Avatar world?" Seriously if someone did that… I am not sure how I will react; most likely, I'll scream bloody murder.

But, seriously, this is rather annoying; I've been stuck in the Avatar world for three months now. If I am suddenly transported to another world, I will lose it all. Unless I am somehow back home, then… Well, I think I will be okay with that.

"Do not worry; this is simply a dream."

Turning to the voice, my jaw dropped. "Yo-Yo-Your… A Saiyan!"

The being before me is most certainly a Saiyan; the tail and hair are a dead giveaway. His hair is similar to Vegeta, though he has a singular bang hanging over his head. Though what's strange is he has delicate features, nothing at all like the prince of Saiyans.

Instead, he looked like a happy-go-lucky guy. He is dressed in a black leather jacket, a blue polo shirt, khakis, and loafers added to this strange image. His long monkey tail is just swinging back and forth as he stands there with a smile. "Yes, sir, I am."

"Who are you?" Please don't tell me a Saiyan and I traded places or something… Or like this isn't a Quantum Leap kind of deal… Like he isn't in my body? No, my reflection is mine, so I don't have to worry about him causing problems in my life. Or so I hope.

"Relax, I'm a friend. Plus, I didn't take your body or anything. Your still you." Smiling happily, the strange Saiyan held up his hands.

Letting out a breath I didn't know I was holding; I placed my hands on my knees. "Thank goodness for that… I would be pretty freaked out if a Saiyan was in my body… No offense."

"None taken, Magnus." Placing a hand on his hip, the strange Saiyan turns his head to the side. "I know exactly how our race is; no need to explain it to me."

Okay… That … Yeah, I am still not used to the fact that I am a Saiyan. "Wait… If you didn't take over my body or something, who are you, and what is going on?" Lifting my head, I stared at the taller Saiyan with a suspicious look.

Who is this guy? I mean, he looks kind of like Gogeta, only not a super Saiyan or anything. Also, what is he doing here? Could this be my Saiyan half talking a physical form? Because well, if he is, why isn't he dressed in cool battle armor or Goku's gi? Man, this is confusing. So many questions!

"Well… As I said, I am a friend." He rubbed the back of his head as his tail wrapped around his waist. "However, if you want to call me something… Call me Yoshi."

He seemed somewhat hesitant to tell me his name… Is Yoshi even his real name? Raising an eyebrow, I straightened up and crossed my arms. "But you're not a green dinosaur, nor the owner of a karate rat."

"Uh…" Yoshi turned his head in confusion, looking like a confused puppy.

"Never mind…" My humor is lost on so many people; it's hard being a comedy god. "So, Yoshi… Who are you? I know you keep saying you're a friend, and I know you're a Saiyan… But that doesn't explain anything."

Yoshi turns his head to the side. "It's sort of hard to explain, but think of me as… A Spirit Guide. Yeah, that's it." Snapping his fingers, the tall Saiyan nods. "I'm your Spirit Guide, more or less."

"Okay… Not what I was expecting… But this is the Avatar World, I guess they are more… Spiritual than Dragon Ball, so I guess you have to be Spirit Guide." Shrugging my shoulders, I decided to let this go. I mean, what else could I do? "So… Are you a spirit of this world? Or something?"

"Or something." Chuckling, Yoshi walked over to me and held out his hand. "Anyway, it's nice to meet you."

Taking his hand, I nodded. "You too… So… Spirit Guide, what sort of guidance do you have for me?"

Yoshi begins to grin widely at me, which is a little unsettling. He went from look like a friendly puppy dog to a shark in an instant. "Just don't die; I'll be back to check in on you later."


"Don't die? What kind of advice is that?" Looking at Naga expecting an answer, I felt extremely disappointed when the polar bear dog didn't say anything. All she did was look at me confused. "Never mind, girl." Rubbing her massive head, we both watched Korra as she performed an earthbending kata. "Keep up the good work, Korra!"

Stopping for a moment, the Avatar smiles and waves, then she goes back to what she was doing. Typically I would join her during her training unless it's 'official' Avatar stuff. Which this is. In the show, Korra was a 'master' of her bending arts, but in reality?

She is just good with the skills. Expect waterbending; she is an expert when it comes to that. However, she trained under Katara, so that's to be expected. The woman is a monster when it comes to waterbending.

"Having fun watching Korra?"

Turning to the voice, I smiled happily. "Hey Katara, how are you doing?" Katara is always a welcome sight in the compound, and when she can, the woman spends time with me. We mostly just talk to one another about… Well, whatever came to mind.

The older woman and widow of the last Avatar would ask me about where I came from. Or about my life. I, of course, got to ask her about her adventures, which let me tell you… It's one thing watching a cartoon; it's another hearing it from the person who was there. It turns out things didn't go exactly the way the show made them out to be.

"I am well, Magnus, and you never answered my question." The elderly waterbender smiles at me as she sits in the snow next to me.

"A little bit, yeah, it's pretty interesting. The different bending styles, and the movements that go with them." Shrugging my shoulders, I turned my attention back to Korra. This is pretty interesting.

The styles of bending are unique, even without adding in the mixture of bending. firebending is exceptionally vicious; waterbending involves a lot of back and forth, similar to tai chi in some ways.

Earthbending consists of facing down your opponent and their attacks. However, since Korra is the Avatar… She combines all these styles, which have interesting results. She can lead with the firebending style, go straight into earthbending and finish up with waterbending. She is a mixed martial artist, much like me.

"Yes, they are." Katara turns to look at me, a curious expression on her face. "So is your fighting style. It is unique. I have seen similar fighting styles, but nothing exactly like it."

Right… My fighting style has a decent about of Korean, Japanese, Brazilian, other countries mixed into it. So it's hard to pin down how I fight. Rubbing the back of my head, I grinned slightly. "Well, fighting styles where I come from are… Different."

Katara just smiles at me, like she always does. "Magnus, can you indulge an old woman's curiosity?"

"Uh… Sure, what's up? I mean, what do you want to know?

"Something I've noticed since you came here months ago, every time there is a full moon, you are either asleep. Or you refuse to leave the healing hut." Katara turned her head to the side and placed her hands on her lap. "I wonder why is that?"

Crap… I didn't think she would notice that; to be honest, I didn't think anyone noticed. The full moon is a special time in the water tribe. They typically have a festival, which consists of snacks, dancing, and all-around fun.

However… I can't be involved with that. I have yet to turn into an Oozaru, and I plan on keeping it that way…. Would it be simpler to cut my tail off? Yeah, it would be, but I am not into self-mutilation, and it would be difficult to explain why I cut my tail off to the others.

Plus… I am curious about something. Could Super Saiyan 4 be a thing? There are a lot of factors to go into that, including learning to control the Oozaru. However, that is something I can't even fathom doing yet. Something about turning into the giant monkey… Well, it bothers me. Until I learn a safe way to turn into that form without killing someone… Or a safe way to go out under the full moon.

"Have you ever heard of moon sickness?" I asked the healer, hoping she had. If so, she did… Well, it would make things a little easier. "Or have you noticed how the full moon affects people? Makes them different in some ways?"

Raising an eyebrow, Katara slowly nods, not getting my point. "Yes, I have."

"Well, it's like that for me; the full moon makes me sick and affects my mood." By sick, I mean to turn into a giant monkey and by affecting my mood… I really mean, I become incredibly violent, and I will most likely kill everyone around me.

"I see; why didn't you say anything?" I think the elderly waterbender knew I wasn't telling her everything. "We could have offered you aid."

"Nothing you could do." Which is true, unless we cut off my tail… But again, that's not an option for me…. It's more of a last resort, but if it came down to it… I would cut off my tail….

"That is quite sad; the upcoming festival is a special one." Katara gave me a pointed look.

That look made me sigh…. Korra's seventeenth birthday is during the next festival, which will signal the start of the series. It's both exciting and nerve-wracking, not just because it means I could finally leave the compound with Korra… But it would mean that our lives would be in danger.

Looking over where Korra is practicing, I nod. "I know, but there isn't anything I can do." At least I can spend the day hanging out with my friend, but come nightfall? It's off to my hut for me. Which is sad, but I will deal with it.

I hope Korra understands, though I one of her only friends. At least around her age, which sucks for her. Luckily, that will change when she goes to Republic City; however, I am all she has for the time being.

The poor girl.

All jokes aside, I wish I could spend the night celebrating Korra's birthday. Oh well, unless I find a way to block the rays of moonlight…

"Hey, Magnus! Are you ready for our spar?" Katara called out to me with a smile.

Huh? Oh right, I guess it's around that time. See, after Korra is done with her official training, she trains with me since I insist on helping her, not only for my sake but for hers as well. Though to be honest… I like doing this for fun!

Though it isn't fun if Kya is around, don't get me wrong, she is a good person… However, she is so overprotective! She is worse than my mom. Thankfully she isn't here today. She is off in the town, which means I don't have to wear any protective gear!

"Go on and go, Magnus." Katara motions for me to go with a grandmotherly smile. "Have fun."

"Yes, ma'am!" Getting to my feet, I patted Naga on the head. Then, jogging over to the training field where Korra is waiting for me. Before sparing, though, I began to stretch out my muscles.

As I did so, my tail unwrapped from around my waist and started to swing back and forth. It needed some stretching too. Keeping the darn thing wrapped around my waist is not easy work. Plus, if I am not careful, I could get a cramp… And getting a kink in your tail is pain!

Korra taps her foot as she watched me stretch. Then, letting out an impatient groan, the Avatar rolls her eyes. "You almost done?"

"Hold your horses I almost done." Then, grunting, I put one of my arms over the other.

Blinking in confusion, Korra turns her head. "What's a horse?"

"It's like a pony only bigger, but that's not important right now." Ignoring the confused look that the Avatar kept giving me, I began to cackle. It's hilarious; the number of mixed animals they have in this world the amount here will amaze and shock you.

Sure there is Naga, but she is just a giant dog with bear-like legs. That's about it, so she isn't that shocking. No, the shocking thing is running into a huge leopard with caribou antlers…. It freaked me out, and yet… I want one.

"… Can we just fight now?" Korra asked, one eye twitching.

Grinning, I shrugged my shoulders. "Why not?"

The Avatar covered the distance between us both in a flash of movement. Now I am not sure if it's the fact that Korra isn't taking it easy on me anymore or if she is just getting faster. But… I think she is getting faster! I dodged the punch by flipping over Korra; when I landed behind Korra, my tail lashed out and struck her in the back.

So yeah, it turns out this thing is helpful in combat. At least when appropriately applied.

Stumbling, the Avatar was able to maintain her footing; turning around, she smirks at me. "So it's sensitive, huh?"

Rubbing the back of my head, I let out a chuckle. "I never claimed otherwise." Dropping my arm, I ran toward my fellow teen. Jumping into the air, I punched at Korra. Only for my fist to smack into the ground.

Grunting, I turned to see Korra's foot heading for my face; extending out my hand, I caught her boot and pushed her back. Standing back up, I began to laugh. "Not bad, let's try something different."

"Wait… Are you finally going to show me that thing you've been working on?" Korra asks excitedly, her eyes going wide like a puppy that is about to receive a treat.

"I'm going to try." Let's hope this works; ever since I learned how to sense energy, I've been trying to learn to draw out my power. It hasn't been easy; even with three months of being here, I still haven't gotten it all down yet.

Well, not entirely. I have been able to do that little ball of light that Gohan made back when he showed Videl how to fly. However, using my energy to fly or even attack… It hasn't gone all that well. Despite my Saiyan biology, I still haven't figured out how to manipulate energy perfectly. Who said doing this kind of thing would be easy?

Spreading my leg slightly and bending my knees, I pulled my fists back to my sides. Then, taking in a large breath and closing my eyes, I focused on my energy. Slowly pulling from the center of my stomach, I felt a tinge…

Tugging at that sensation as hard as I could, and when I opened my eyes, I let out a shout. "Ahhh!" A burst of wind and light rushed out around me, or did it come from me? Either way, around my body, a white flame-like aura appeared as electricity danced around my arms and legs. Strength and power filled my muscles, and suddenly I felt like I could suddenly do anything.

I wonder if this is how all Saiyans feel when they use energy… Okay, I need to stop that train of thought; just because I am physically Saiyan doesn't mean I am not human anymore…. Okay, it does, but my mind is that of a human.

Screw this thinking thing…. I figured out how to use my energy! It's strange but amazing at the same time; I can't quite describe the feeling. It's like being hooked up to a car battery, but no pain here.

"Magnus… What… Is… That…?" Korra's face showed nothing but shock.

Oh, right, I am not alone here. I better explain what this is. "Uh… Kind of what I wanted to show you, not the entire thing… But it's close enough." Grinning nervously, I rubbed the back of my head. "Don't worry, it's not dangerous, well it can be… If I am not careful."

"What does it do?" Katara asked, coming up to me with Naga following close behind; the polar bear dog sniffs at me and tries to paw at my aura.

"Oh, well, this is my aura. It doesn't do much; however, what I did is empower myself with my ki. It just increases my strength, speed, stuff like that." As I explained, Korra's eyes widened, and she began to jump up and down in excitement. "I can also do other things with it… Like… Uh… Hold on." Walking away from the two waterbenders and polar bear dog, I made sure I was some reasonable distance away before I tried this. "Korra, can you create a large ice block for me? Near the wall?"

"Sure…?" The Avatar slowly created a large block of ice near the wall of the compound. "Now what?" Placing a hand on her hip, Korra gave me an expectant look.

"Just stand back." Waving her away, I knew I needed space for this if it worked. Dropping my aura, I moved into a familiar stance, one that an orange-clad hero uses.

Cupping my hands, I pushed my energy in between my hands. "Ka… Me…" As I began to speak, a blue light appeared, my arms budged as energy coursed through my body. "…Ha… Me…" Holy crap, it's working; I am doing it! I can't believe I'm doing it! "Ha!" Pushing my arms forward and opening my hands, a blue ki beam extended out and slammed straight into the block of ice, shattering it into a million pieces. As the energy dissipated, I fell to my knees out of breath; trying to catch my breath, I shook my head. "I… I did it…."

I promptly passed out after that.


"…. What was that…?"

"Is he dangerous?"

"He's my friend!"

"Korra, you don't-"

"Woof!"

"I think we should ask him about it first before we make any decisions."

"You weren't here, Kya; you didn't see what he did."

Opening an eye, I found a strange sight, and I am in the healing hut with several people. Oh, and Naga. I can't forget warm, cuddly Naga. Anyway, among the people in the shed with me are Korra, Katara, Kya, Chief Tonraq, the White Lotus guards, and leaders.

They all seem to be arguing about… Me. I sure am popular; it's such a burden. Sitting up, I watched the argument go on with a small satisfied smirk. Mostly because I was able to use my energy, and I was able to pull off the Kamehameha Wave.

"I'm telling you Magnus wouldn't hurt us or me. Plus, what he did was amazing! It was like… Woosh! And Boom!" Korra tried to describe the Kamehameha Wave's wonder, and I think she is doing an excellent job. I think the hand motions are especially significant.

"What makes you think he won't use it on us? We know almost nothing about this free-"

Chief Tonraq swipes his arm in the air, interrupting the head White Lotus guard. "Enough! He has been here three months and has done nothing to show he is an enemy." The older man crosses his arms and shakes his head. "Where does your distrust stem from? Just because he has a tail-"

"No, Chief Tonraq, it has nothing to do with that." The White Lotus leader shakes his head, his arms in his sleeves. "Avatar Aang charged the White Lotus to protect Avatar Korra, which we will do from anyone or thing. We know nothing about this young man, except for what he tells us. Then add in the other things about him. He has a strange fighting style, and he can adapt from grievous injuries and grow stronger. Something we witnessed firsthand, add in he has been physically keeping up with Avatar Korra. Now, this. We have no choice but to think of him as a threat until we can prove otherwise."

Huh… He has a point. It explains why they don't like me… And here I thought it was my tail. Well, that and my penchant for making faces at them when their backs are turned.

Kya crosses her arms. "He's a teenager! Sure he's a little… Different, but he is a seventeen-year-old teenager."

"That itself may be dangerous," Katara says jokingly… Did she tell a joke? Sokka must have rubbed off on her.

You know it's a good thing everyone isn't facing me. Otherwise, they would realize I've been listening to all of this… Maybe I should let them know that I am awake. Clearing my throat, I turned my head to the side. "Before you decide to execute me, can I speak for myself?"

"Magnus, your awake!" Korra turns to me with a smile.

I tried to give her a thumbs up but was tackled to the ground by Naga. Now for those of you who haven't been tackle hugged by a polar bear dog... It freaking hurts! Seriously! Naga is extremely heavy!

It's like she is a polar bear mixed with a large dog or something… Oh, wait. "Yes, I'm fine, girl… Get off." I tried to shove the massive beast off, but to no avail. Naga decided to show how excited she was that I was not dead. By licking me to death.

The cruel irony of it all, I survive using the Kamehameha Wave. Only to die by being kissed to death by a dog.

"Get off him, girl." Korra pulled the white death away from me with a nervous grin. "Sorry about that; she's just excited that you're alright."

Whipping the drool off, I gave the Avatar a grateful smile. "Thanks for that… Don't feel bad, Naga." I told the polar bear dog, who looked dejected. What is with dogs and being able to guilt you with just a look? "I appreciate the love, but I need to breathe. Which is hard to do with you standing on my chest; you can hug me later, okay?"

"Woof!" Barking happily, Naga wags her tail.

"Not that this isn't heartwarming, but we have questions, young man." The head White Lotus guy stares down at me.

Kya stepped in front of him with her hands on her hips. "He just woke up; give him some time before you interrogate him."

"I appreciate it, Kya, but I can answer a few questions." Peaking around my protector, I cleared my throat and put my hands on my lap. "What would you like to know?" Now that I didn't know, it's good to know what people want from you.

"What was that aura around you, and what did you do to the ice block?" The guard in the room asked with a frown; wow, straight to the heart of the matter, huh? "Also, who are you? What do you plan to do with the Avatar?"

Staring at the guy, I turned my head to the side. "Okay… Last two questions first, I am Magnus Maverick, and I plan on being her friend? I mean, that's a silly question, isn't it?"

When I said that, the guard growled. He was stopped from attacking me by the fact that Korra stood between him and me. You know one day I will smart off to the wrong person, and it will get me killed. Until then, I am going to keep doing it. "Anyway, what do you know about ki manipulation?"

"Bender's use their chi when controlling the elements, what does that have to do-" The guard started to ask but was silenced by the others.

"That's all I do; I control ki to enhance myself physically. As for the beam you saw… Well, it's called the Kamehameha Wave, created by a great man by the name of Roshi." Well, the attack was created by Akira Toriyama.

"You gather your ki in between your hands and then push it outwards." As I was speaking, I saw Korra look at her hands with a thoughtful expression… Huh, ki wielding Avatar… I wonder if I could teach her how to do it?

I have a weird image of Korra going super Saiyan.

And it is awesome.

Granted, not possible or anything since she isn't a Saiyan like myself. Yet the ki using part I can do. Though I wonder if I should? I mean, don't get me wrong, Korra is a good friend, but she can be a hothead.

That is the last thing I need, Korra using the Kamehameha on people who don't deserve it. Or delivering a ki punch to somebody's stomach and killing them… Maybe after she chills out some. Though… Once I learn to fly, I could teach her that. That would be a good idea; it would be helpful… Maybe I can teach Mako, Bolin, and Asami when I meet them.

Maybe I can become the Turtle Hermit!

Wait, didn't the Crane school teach people to fly?

Screw it. I'll think about it later.

"Can anyone learn to do this?" Korra's father asked with his arms crossed, a curious look on his face. "Or is it just something a Saiyan can do?"

Okay, how do I answer this? I need to be honest, but do I want a bunch of ki-wielding people running around? That is a scary thought. What would happen if the Equalizers learn how to do it? I mean, this world can barely handle what's to come, but if you throw in DBZ like fighting? It would be chaotic.

"… Yes… But it will kill most people if they are not properly trained. It took Master Roshi fifty years to even create the technique. So it's not something that others can replicate easily. Unless you're a Saiyan, we can control our ki easier than others can."

Hopefully, this will keep me from teaching too many people. "It's a sad fact, but most people just can't learn to do this." This is true if DBZ is proved right, but… This isn't DBZ. Everyone here knows ki or chi, as they call it. Plus, this world has a lot more fighting and fighters in it… Or they did.

Because of the advances in this world, nobody fights anymore. At least not like they did back during the Hundred Year War. So it may be harder to find actual fighters, people that would devote themselves to the usage of ki.

"That is interesting, do you think-" Before Chief Tonraq could ask me to most likely teach him or his men. Kya got involved. Hurray for mother henning!

"Chief Tonraq, let him rest. I believe he has been questioned enough for one day." Kya interjected. "Mother, don't you agree?"

Katara looks in my direction and slowly nods. "Yes, Magnus exhausted himself. What he needs are rest and food-" At the mention of food, my stomach rumbled… Very loudly. A small smile appeared on Katara's face. "-Right away, it seems."

"Very well, but Magnus, I would like to know more about this ki thing. It sounds fascinating." Korra's dad smiles at me.

"Yes, we would like to know about this as well." The head of the White Lotus said in a tone that meant…

They won't be taking 'no' for an answer. As they left, Katara followed suit and Kya, who said she would be bringing me food. I told her I could go and get it myself, but she insisted on me resting. Which means I am now alone with Korra and Naga. You can't ever forget Naga; she's important after all.

"I'm glad your awake Magnus, we were really worried." Korra said as she wraps her arm around Naga's neck.

"Woof!" The polar bear dog nods its head to confirm her words.

Smiling, I pet Naga's head. "Sorry to worry you both, but I am fine. I never did something like that before, and this situation has proven one thing."

"What's that?" Korra asked as she rubbed her dog's head.

Laughing, I rubbed the back of my head. "I have to train a lot more!"

Snorting, Korra punches my knee and rolls her eyes. "You're an idiot, Magnus, only you would think about training after hurting yourself. Oh, by the way, can I ask you a favor?"

I had a feeling about this but might as well humor her. "What's that?"

"Can you teach me how to do that beam thingy?" She asked with a large grin.

Snorting, I shook my head and held out my hand. "Sure, why not, but let me figure it out first, okay?"

"Okay, it's a deal." Korra takes my hand with a large grin.