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Neon Genesis Z
Genesis: 16
Training Day
The rest of the weekend flew by. Monday after school the pilots were to start there new hand to hand training with Trunks at NERV. Shinji, Asuka and Rei were walking to NERV.
"So what do you think we will learn?" Asuka asked.
"Hand to hand combat tactics." Shinji said.
"I know that but to what extent?" Asuka asked.
"That would depend on the individual Pilot Soryu." Rei said.
"Sounds like you have experience in this already wondergirl." Asuka said.
Rei nodded.
"I've been trained in several forms of martial arts." Rei said.
"Interesting, I have only been trained in Karate how about you Shinji?" Asuka asked.
"No training for me, I didn't really believe in taking it up." Shinji said.
"Figures." Asuka said.
Meawhile at NERV Trunks was preparing for his "students". He has read there files and knows that Asuka and Rei have previous experience. He figured that Shinji will need the most attention, but Trunks was prepared for that. Misato walked into the room.
"Hey teacher all set for class?" Misato said with a chuckle.
"Hi Misato, yea I think I'm ready, question is will they be?" Trunks asked.
"Well I think they will do really well. Speaking of which there are a few slight changes today for you Trunks." Misato said.
"What kind of changes?" Trunks asked.
"Nothing much really, Ritsuko, Kaji and myself will be attending your classes." Misato said with a smile.
Trunks raised his eyebrow.
"Well I am the operations manager I will need to know all my resources, Ritsuko is the medical officer so she will need monitor the pilots medical conditions and how these classes effect the pilots with there Eva's, and Kaji well I think he just wanted to take the class, but it's a order from Commander Ikari, I don't mean to put you on the spot. Don't worry all of us have basic close combat training already." Misato said.
Trunks smiled.
"It's ok Misato, I understand I will be happy to teach you guys too and anyone else willing to be in class, but I ask one thing I know you are my superior officer I will appreciate that once class starts I'm the instructor I command this room." Trunks said.
Misato nodded.
"That will be great Trunks thank you so much see you in 60 minutes." Misato said.
The pilots arrived at NERV HQ, waiting for them in there lockers were traditional karate Gi's. The pilots quickly changed and reported to Trunks. As they were walking to the class room, they noticed Misato, Kaji and Ritsuko all dress in Gi's like them.
"Hey guys are you attending Trunks's class too?" Shinji asked.
"That is right Shinji we are taking the same training like you, order by the commander." Ristuko said.
Shinji pondered why his father would have them take the class. Shinji shrugged his shoulders and followed everyone. He was nervous because he knew everyone here has close combat training and he didn't, he wasn't a fighter he was just thrown into the Eva. Shinji suspected Trunks knew this information and had a plan, he trusted Trunks which is rare with him.
The group entered the class room. Misato already seen the room, it look like a tradition karate dojo room. Towards the front of the room Trunks was standing there as if he was expecting them. Trunks was dress in a traditional sensei Gi. He smiled at the group gestured for them to come over.
"Come over everyone have a seat I won't bite." Trunks said.
Everyone came over and had a seat on the mats waiting for instructions. Trunks looked at the group, he thought this was going to work out better then he thought. He already in his head had everyone paired. Asuka and Rei then Shinji and Kaji then Misato and Ritsuko. He smiled.
"Welcome to your first day, I don't have much of a introduction but let me lay down a few ground rules. First in this dojo I'm the Sensei and you're the student you will address me as such, Sensei or Captain is acceptable. I will not play favorites nor tolerate excuses. This class was created to benefit the pilots fight better in there Eva's that is my top priority. Second leave your business outside, I do not want outside interference with your training. I know some of you have some outside arguments, but here you are equals. Third I want you guys to have fun any questions?" Trunks said.
Everyone just looked at each other. No one answered. Misato was a bit impressed with Trunks attitude with this class.
"No questions? Good then I will explain what will happen during class since we have 4 hour blocks of time. The first 45 minutes of class will be meditating. You cannot perform well if you are not calm and peace with yourself. After that the next two and half hours will be learning different techniques with practice. The last 45 will include another meditation session and a class wrap up." Trunks said.
Trunks looked at the students.
"Any questions?" Trunks asked.
Shinji raised his hand.
"Yes Shinji." Trunks said.
"Hai, Sensei will you be showing us how to properly meditate?"
Trunks smiled.
"Yes Shinji I will be teaching you how to meditate."
"Any other questions?" Trunks asked.
Trunks gave the group a minute to responded.
"Ok then since there are no more questions I will begin." Trunks said.
"Lets start with getting into a formation, now mind you are my first students, I wouldn't even consider myself a myself, were I come from I'm still learning. I will be pairing you up with someone. Asuka please stand next to Rei. Misato you stand next to Ristsuko. Kaji you stand next to Shinji." Trunks said.
Everyone did what they asked. Asuka was a bit unnerved that she was going to be partnered with Rei, but she didn't want to upset Trunks. Next Trunks asked them to sit Indian style and place there hand on there knees.
"Ok, I want you guys to close your eyes, just breath normally. Clear you mind of all your troubles. When you become totally at peace you will know. I don't expect you to get it on the first try but that is why we are doing at the beginning and ending of class. Let's begin." Trunks said.
Trunks sat in the front of the room and assume the position like his students. He closed his eyes and started meditating. Everyone went into meditation. About 45 minutes later Trunks opened his eyes, he saw the rest with there eyes closed and they seem to be at peace.
"Ok everyone open your eyes and stand up next to each other." Trunks said.
Everyone followed his instructions.
"So did everyone have a peaceful meditation?" Trunks asked.
Everyone looked at each other.
"I don't know about the rest but I seem to feel less stressed." Misato said.
"Yea me too, my mind seems clearer, I feel energized." Ritsuko said.
"Me too." Rei said.
"Same here." Shinji said.
"I can't argue." Asuka said.
"I liked it." Kaji said.
"Good I'm glad everyone had a good experience. Now we are going to begin some of the basic's in martial art's, I compared Karate to the styles I know, not much difference so I will begin there, I understand some of you have experience in close combat training and I understand some of you don't. I will not accelerate the class because of this. I want everyone to learn like they are just beginning. Martial Arts aren't just about fighting it's about discipline too. I know I'm different in regards to strength and power, but I have discipline to, if I didn't who knows what would happen." Trunks said.
Misato raise her hand. Trunks pointed to her.
"Thank you Sensei, my question is regarding training will you be teaching us how to increase our Ki just like yourself?" Misato asked.
It was a question Trunks thought.
"That is a good question, and one that I have thought about since you ask me to do this. I came to conclusion that it wouldn't be wise to fully open that door. This world's ki is off balance, I can feel that, if the pilots were to increase there Ki with the Eva's I'm not sure how that will effect there sync ratio's. If it's necessary I will, but until that point comes I will not." Trunks said.
The group just blinked hard.
'Does he know the Eva's secret?' Ritsuko thought.
"Ok then lets get started." Trunks smiled.
For the next two and half hours Trunks thought and shown some of the basic move's in Karate. The students were in formation practicing punches and kicks. Shinji found it easier to learn then he thought, but his stance needed a bit of work he thought. Once the lessons were done the group meditated.
"Ok everyone open your eyes and stand up." Trunks said.
Everyone stood up. Trunks smiled.
"I think this was a great first day, I look forward to the next lesson on Thursday." Trunks said.
Trunks bowed to his students as a sign of respect. The group bowed back and left the classroom. Trunks smiled and cleaned up the dojo before getting changed. In the girls locker Rei knew that Asuka has been on a date with Trunks she was thinking what how she needed to act on her first date, she never thought she would be asking the second child for advice.
"Pilot Soryu, may I ask you a question?" Rei asked.
Asuka looked at Rei.
'Wonder girl wanting to ask me a question." Asuka thought.
"Sure Rei ask me the question." Asuka said.
"I know you and the captain have gone on a date, Shinji has asked me on a date for Friday, I am unclear on how I should act on a date, can you advise me?" Rei said.
Asuka was floored. Shinji asked Rei on a date? When, where, how. All these questions popped in her head. She thought it would be best if she talk with Shinji.
"Well this is a tough one, the best way to act on a date is to be yourself. There is no special process for dates it's just something natural." Asuka said.
Rei took a minute to think about what Asuka said.
"I understand I will just be myself." Rei said.
Asuka smiled.
"That is all it takes." Asuka said.
"Thank you for your time Pilot Soryu." Rei said walking out the door.
"Anytime." Asuka replied.
Trunks got himself cleaned up and walked out his office which connects to dojo room and has its own private bathroom with a shower. His private training room will be completed tomorrow and he can't wait to train himself. Has he was walking out he saw Misato and Kaji swapping some kisses. Trunks acted like he didn't see anything, but they noticed he was there.
"Oh hey, it's not what you think." Misato said.
"It's not?" Kaji said.
Misato gave him the look to shut up.
"What you do in your private life is your business none of mine, it seems you two are happy with each other I'm happy for you two." Trunks said.
Trunks walked pasted them heading for the exit.
"Hey Trunks, can you tell Asuka and Shinji I won't be home till late, I will be out." Misato said.
"No problem Misato I can do that have fun." Trunks said.
Trunks turned towards the exit and headed out. Waiting for him at the exit was Shinji and Asuka. Trunks looked at them.
"Hey guys Misato is going out with Kaji tonight, she wanted me to let you know." Trunks said.
"Alright." Both said.
"Ready to head home?" Trunks asked.
Both nodded, the three of them headed home. It was a good walk from NERV HQ to the apartment all of them were exhausted. Trunks's stomach growled loudly. Asuka and Shinji looked at him and laughed. Trunks smiled as well.
"Are you hungry Trunks?" Shinji asked.
"Yes I am, it's almost a curse sometimes." Trunks said.
"What makes you say that?" Asuka asked.
"Saiyans have big stomachs, we need to eat more often then humans, since we burn off more energy, but since I'm half saiyan my intake is manageable." Trunks said.
"I didn't know that, I will make something to eat I'm a bit hungry." Shinji said.
"Sounds good." Trunks said with a smile.
Shinji went in the kitchen to start cooking, Trunks and Asuka decided to watch some TV. 30 minutes later dinner was served. Everyone ate. Shinji and Asuka decided to do there homework, Trunks was just reading a book. Misato came in the door soon after. She was a bit drunk which was nothing new for Misato after her dates with Kaji.
"Evening everyone!" Misato yelled.
"Hi Misato, how was your date?" Trunks asked.
"It was great, but I'm a bit drunk." Misato said.
"We noticed Misato." Asuka said.
"I think I'm going to sleep now." Misato said.
"Good night Misato." Shinji said.
Misato cracked a smile and went into her bedroom, a few minutes later she was snoring. Soon everyone else followed suit. Trunks was the last one to hit the sack.
The next day it was the same routine, getting ready, breakfast going to school or work. Trunks and Misato headed to NERV. When they got to NERV everyone was in a panic. They headed for the control center, there technicians were typing fast on there keyboards or on the phone.
"Report." Misato said.
"We lost NERV-02 in the US, it's not there we are investigating." Aoba said.
"My god the whole facility?" Misato said.
"It looks like there is a lot of interference, we will know more in the hour, the commander set up a damage assessment meeting in one hour." Maya said.
"Anything I can do to help?" Trunks asked.
"Not at the moment but please attend the meeting if it was an angel your expertise will be needed." Misato said.
Trunks nodded and headed off to his office.
One hour later the senior staff met up to discuss the incident.
"Looks like it happen just when they were activating Eva 04 with the experimentally S2 Engine from Germany, NERV-02, its support group, and the surrounding area have disappeared." Maya said.
"How did that happen there were no explosion marks." Misato said.
"Probably swallowed by a Sea of Dirac like Eva 01 was." Ritsuko said.
"Never the less, this sets us back from learning anything about the S2 Engine." Commander Ikari said.
"Agreed." Sub Commander Fuyski said.
"Doctor have a analyst team sent to the sight for further investigation, dismissed." Commander Ikari said.
Everyone left the room. Trunks was disturb that people can vanish so quickly without a trace, he also came to same conclusion that NERV truly doesn't understand the power they handle and that could be dangerous for everyone on this planet. He headed back to his office he wanted to give his personal training area a try out and work out.
Trunks changed his clothes and began his training. The room was to his specs he walked over to the computer console and typed in some command soon after the program began.
"Attention gravity moving to 100 times that of earth gravity." The computer voice said.
Trunks felt it change he struggled for a moment; he forgot how it felt at 100 times. Soon after he adjusted he began his exercises. Gradually the program got harder, which was fine that is what Trunks wanted. The program was at 500 times Trunks was struggling in his normal state, he knew he would adjust if he turned super saiyan but he wanted to wait. Meanwhile Ritsuko was watching through a window that was installed to observe Trunks. See was amazed at what she saw. She didn't believe it at first but this has amazed her. She will need to report this to the commander.
When the room hit 600 times gravity Trunks fell to his knees, he couldn't no longer keep up with the program. Trunks got mad at himself for slacking behind training he cranked his power level to super saiyan. Ritsuko was blinded for a moment because of the flash. When see looked in the room she saw Trunks up close in his super saiyan form standing in the room. He continued his work out for another 20 minutes. The program shut down and Trunks walked out of the room to clean up and get changed. Ritsuko waited by his office door, Trunks walked out heading he was still his super saiyan form.
"Hi Ritsuko did you need me for something?" Trunks asked.
"No not really but why are you still in your super saiyan form?" Ritsuko asked.
"Well this is part of my training, my super saiyan form does eat up a lot of my ki energy so staying in this form help me build up that energy, its something my friend Goku taught me and my father, I'm not treat to anyone, I'm actually the same level of power if I was in my normal state at the moment, maybe a bit higher but I won't explode if that is what you are worried about." Trunks said with a smile.
"I'm not worried if I was I would ask you to go back to your normal state, I was just curious you and a interesting person Trunks." Ritsuko said.
"I was wondering if I can go with the team to the US and help with the investigation with NERV-2." Trunks said.
"Not up to me Trunks I would ask commander Ikari." Ritsuko said.
Trunks nodded and headed for the commander's office.
'Interesting boy.' Ritsuko thought.
Trunks got the commander's office door, he went back to his normal state. He knocked on the door.
"Come in." Sub Commander Fuyski said.
Trunks entered the office, he couldn't believe the size of it, plus it had weird symbols and such on the floors, walls and ceiling. He walked up to the commander's desk.
"Commander I request to be attached to the team investigating NERV-02." Trunks said.
The commander looked at Trunks.
"The team has already left for the US they should be landing soon." Commander Ikari said.
"Not a problem, I don't' require to be flown, I can fly myself and get there faster then you think, I like to see what happen up close, it's for my interest since I'm unfamiliar to these situations." Trunks said.
The commander thought about it, Trunks made a point he isn't familiar with these situations.
"Permission granted, I look forward to your findings." Commander Ikari said.
"Thank you sir." Trunks said.
Trunks walked out the door and headed for the exit he needed to get going. He picked up his cell to call Misato.
Ring Ring.. Misato picked up her phone.
"Hello." Misato said.
"Hey Misato it's Trunks, I'm heading to the US to help out the investigation I got commander's Ikari's permission, I'm heading there right now, I will be gone a few days." Trunks said.
"Alright Trunks just be careful, I just got out of a meeting that Unit-03 will be coming to Japan, I will going to the activation site in Matasiro, I will be leaving tomorrow, no worries though I will ask Kaji to stay at the apartment and keep a eye on Shinji and Asuka." Misato said.
"Sounds good you be careful too." Trunks said.
They both said good bye. Trunks dialed Asuka's cell phone.
Ring Ring.. Asuka picked up her phone.
"Hello?" Asuka said.
"Hi Asuka." Trunks said.
"Hey Trunks what's up?" Asuka asked.
"I just wanted to tell you that I will be gone a few days, I'm going to the US to help the investigation and to say I will miss you." Trunks said.
Asuka almost seem to melt when he said 'I will miss you.'
"I will miss you Trunks, be careful who knows what is going on out there." Asuka said.
"I will take care." Trunks said.
Asuka said goodbye and hung up the phone she was smiling brightly. Trunks took off to the sky heading for the US.
"Trunks is going somewhere?" Shinji asked.
"Yea he is going to the US to investigate NERV-02 he will be gone for a few days, I guess that cancels class." Asuka said.
"I see, well Trunks can take care of himself, we need to get to NERV for our sync tests." Shinji said.
Asuka nodded and they both walked out the door.
At NERV Misato walked into Ritsuko's office.
"Hey Ritsuko what ya up to we have a sync test this afternoon." Misato said.
"I know I was inputting some data into the system, we found our pilot for Unit 03." Ritsuko said.
"Already? I didn't get a report on my desk." Misato said.
"You will receive it on your desk soon Major." Ritsuko said.
"How did the Marduke find the pilot so quickly?" Misato asked.
"Well for there protection, it seems everyone in the pilot's class room are capable pilots. This pilot was chosen based on the timeline we needed to work the Eva's core." Ristuko said.
"I see I learn something new everyday. So who is the pilot?" Misato asked.
"Take a look." Ritsuko said.
Misato took a look at the screen, she was in shock.
"It's Touji, I didn't see that coming. Will you inform the other pilots?" Misato said.
"I think we should wait till the activation is done, Asuka is sure to take the news alright, Rei is exceptional, but Shinji has suffered some serious truma I'm not sure if he will take the news well, lets wait." Ritsuko said.
"Agreed, when will Touji be notified?" Misato asked.
"Tomorrow morning." Ritsuko said.
Misato nodded and headed out the door.
Asuka was passing by Kaji's office on her way to the locker room, she decided to surprise him.
"KAJI!!" Asuka said has she ran up and hugged him.
"Hi Asuka." Kaji said.
Asuka was hurt that he wasn't happy about her entrance.
"What ya up too?" Asuka asked.
"Just inputting data, I'm really busy Asuka I need to concentrate." Kaji said.
"Ok Kaji but we need to get together sometime." Asuka said.
"No problem." Kaji said.
Asuka gave him another hug and notice what was on the screen, it was a new security profile for the fourth child.
"Oh my god it can't be, he is going to be a pilot?" Asuka said.
"Yes he is, if you can keep this under wraps, as a personal favorite to me, you weren't suppose to know after the tests at Matasiro." Kaji said.
"Just great another stooge to the team, I will keep quiet about it." Asuka said.
She stormed out the door fuming mad at what she saw but she will keep her promise.
Meanwhile at a undisclosed base a B-2 was taking off with some precious cargo, Unit-03. The pilot report no bad weather from delaying there trip as there were passing through a cloud. Unknown to them the cloud has something waiting for them.
(AN: How will the pilots deal with the news? How will Touji for that fact. Stay tune to the next chapter: Genesis 17 Activation)