Heroes Never Die It's Hero Time

by Guardian-Sigil

One would think that in a world where everyday people possess impossible abilities nothing would really be a surprise. Izuku Midoriya, who upon the age of four was diagnosed as quirkless, was denied of his dream of become a hero that can save everyone with a smile. But fate gives him a chance; allowing him access not to one but a universe of powers and abilities.

86. Ch:79 Missing Pieces

Finally, it is ready. Been working on this for literal months now. Sorry for the long delay but I did say I wanted to get this right. And I think I got it. And it's a long one so it should make up for the wait. I do wanna apologize for lack of updates and Omakes, been extremely busy and this took a long time to write. So, much so I rather worked on this main chapter than spending time writing up an Omake. Hence why you haven't heard from me in a while. But it's here the beginning of the Abduction Arc! Full warning, this is gonna be one crazy ride.

*Check out the side-story "Heroes Never Die; It's Hero Time, Anytime" for cannon one-shots, Omakes, OVAs, Announcements, and Updates.

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*Disclaimer I do not own the rights to Ben 10 or MHA.

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A dark chamber sits locked away from the rest of the outside world. And yet quiet incorporeal whispers echo throughout its unknown space. The whispers themselves originate from the almost-ghostly silhouettes lining the chamber's space, there is a great number of them of twenty or so as they all discuss amongst themselves with great disquiet and turmoil.

"This is unacceptable! Vilgax's actions are a clear and obvious violation of the cease fire!"

"And what would you have us do?! Declare all-out war?!"

"We kin ke'u rä'ä keye'ung to tsampongu. We kin be tsun."

"He is gathering Weapons of Mass Destruction! Surely that is strong enough grounds to declare as such."

"luq! ghu' ghaH 'e' wlchaw' 'e' wlchaw'!"

"We have no proof Vilgax would be able to harness the weapon's power. It may destroy him in return."

"And what of his actions? His actions took place on Earth, a planet that is not of the coalition. When taking that into account Vilgax's actions took place on neutral grounds and are of no violations."

"Are you condoning the titan's actions?"

"No. But we must remain logical and keep our emotions out of this debate. Before we recklessly commit to a path that will lead to the end of that we wish to protect."

One of the silhouettes, one of a tall yet slim stature, peers gently down at the one that called upon their council and asks in a soft almost sympathetic voice. "And what is it you seek to protect?"

"Life…" answers Principal Nezu with a breath of reservation. Despite being unable to see the silhouettes' true forms he does manage to meet their eyes and to remain unwavering even before these great authorities.

He must remain calm and resolute as all gazes turn to him.

Until one of the silhouettes addresses him directly. "Nezu of Planet Earth, Magister of the Plumber's Japan Branch. We of the Plumber Magistratus have reviewed your report and your request in seeking additional aid in combating the overlord Vilgax and rescuing the youngling, Izuku Midoriya, and Earth's mightiest hero, All Might. After much deliberation we have come to the conclusion that we must…deny your request for additional aid and support."

To say he has the rug pulled from under him would be an understatement, as it feels like his entire existence has just been flipped inside out and twisted. And yet he holds his composure, hoping to rectify the decision. "May I have the right to know why the council has come to such an…unfavorable decision?"

"Vilgax, Conqueror of Nine Systems, is an individual that provokes and retaliates with merciless abandon. He has raised an empire and razed many more. He's calculating and cunning especially on a grand scale."

One of the Magistratus, the one sympathetic to his plea, asks, "Magister Nezu, are you aware of the current situation of things?"

Before Magister Nezu can respond, however, one of the other Magistratus interrupts him, speaking with an arrogant and mighty superior tone. "Perhaps not. He is after all so fascinated by the simple-minded Earthlings and they're primitive world."

The Magistrata scowls at the conceited Magistratus but moves on. "Vilgax's forces are beginning to move and gather at the edges of his territory in mass along the systems bordering their own such as the Anur, Piscciss, and the Aeropela systems."

Another one of the members takes over the explanation. "In response, the Incursians, Triceratons, and several other empires are gathering their own forces and readying themselves for a potential invasion. Which leaves much of the systems under our protection exposed and ground zero for potential conflict."

The conceited Magistratus speaks up once again with the same level of indifference as before. "We do not have the resources to spare for an insignificant rescue mission that will amount to nothing but the rescue of a youngling and a haughty warrior far past their prime."

"It is much more than that!" Principal Nezu snaps, his fur is standing on end like a rat's when they find themselves before a pack of hungry cats. "Izuku Midoriya is a Plumber Cadet! He falls under our jurisdiction! He is our responsibility! And All Might is-…was Earth's greatest champion. He was the sole reason Earth never experienced invasion or major alien threats! He was the reason you pulled our own Hisashi Midoriya, the father of Izuku Midoriya, and one of our most prized Plumber agents, away for over a decade in the name of peace! His and All Might's work has brought about peace to our system and to many others. They have both dedicated their lives to protecting the innocent! The very innocent we ourselves have pledged to protect! And now a child, a Plumber Cadet, is in Vilgax's custody. Alone. And unprotected. And you wish to seal his fate for the worst? And after the decades of service his father and his teacher have done?!"

Not one of the many members bothers a response, most stand there indifferent and cold with only a few shrink in shame or regret.

Although one Magistrata has the nerve to speak up. "The Magister's words ring true. Agent Cinder has been of great use to our organization. Surely we have a responsibility to aid him in his time of need."

"Your emotions cloud both your judgments." The conceited Magistratus chides as if he were speaking to a mere child. "We must always proceed with the most logical actions. We cannot afford to go off of one's own whims and individual sense of right and wrong. No, for the greater good we must look at the bigger picture."

"Bigger picture? This is about the future!"

"Of whose future? Of the boy's? Your school's? Earth's? Or the entire galaxy's?" The conceited Magistratus shakes his head at how ridiculous such an endeavor would be. "The boy is not worth the risk in resources and personnel. The most logical action is to not provoke Vilgax or his forces and instigate an all-out intergalactic war. All for the sake of two Earthling lives! I'm sure you all can see how organizing a direct assault on him and his own ship would spark devastating conflict."

Magister Nezu is speechless; he can't believe what he's hearing. Surely this must be some kind of mistake?!

But it is not as even other members of the Magistratus speak their own minds. "The boy…is not recognized as an official cadet."

Magister Nezu is taken back so much so he nearly stumbles as the member clarifies their point. "He has failed to attend the official Plumber Academy and its official courses and regulations. As such he cannot be officially recognized as a cadet and isn't under contract with our regulations and responsibilities."

"That is ridiculous!" Magister Nezu shouts, actually shouts, finally losing his temper and patience. "Izuku Midoriya is an official cadet! He is undergoing training and an education!"

"Education that solely focuses on Earth's own needs." Replies the same troubling Magistratus. "He knows nothing of intergalactic law or our place in it." Even through the illuminated hologram, Nezu can feel the Magistratus' gaze burning into his skull. "He has only fallen under your agenda, Magister Nezu."

"M-my agenda?" Nezu has no clue what the Magistratus is talking about. He's at a loss for words.

"Your agenda to catapult Earth into the galactic forefront!" The conceited Magistratus accuses. "Yearly broadcasts of your school's gladiatorial matches. Training armies of champions at your favor. Idolizing the strength and power wielded by All Might. Is it all not to promote and display to all the existence of Earth's might and supposed greatness? Perhaps you were grooming this youngling to become an even greater "symbol" than All Might ever was. If you have truly aligned yourself to the Plumber's values and goals then you would have transferred responsibility of the boy and the Omnitrix to the proper channels."

"Y-you have severely misunderstood my intentions! Without proper resources or manpower, I have been forced to find alternative ways to keep potential threats like Vilgax at bay!"

"And yet it has done nothing but attract what you apparently wished to avoid." The conceited Magistratus scoffs. "One might think you wished for Vilgax to conqueror your planet and use its abominations as a means to propel Earth's own standing."

Nezu can't believe this, this being is accusing him of ambitions that are not his nor were they ever. "If that were true then what of All For One?! If I truly wished to be this grandmaster to Earth's glory then why throw away an allegiance with a being as powerful as All For One?!"

"Why indeed?" The Magistratus faux consideration. "Who can really say what you…younger species are thinking? But there is one detail that interests me. Did you not report that this All For One has some kind of alliance with Vilgax?" With a flick of his hand a holographic screen appears showcasing All Might's fight with All For One.

"Y-yes."

"And you and All For One have been in conflict before. Correct?"

"Y-yes…"

"So, perhaps an illogical grudge has clouded your judgment. If you were so desperate to protect Earth and its assets then perhaps you should have sought this one's aid instead."

"You are bluntly disregarding my own standing! I only desire-."

"The rescue of an insignificant youngling and of your fallen champion. As well as the return of the weapon known as the Omnitrix. Unfortunately for you, they are no longer our or your concern. To attempt any such feat will only welcome utter ruin for those that actually contribute to the greater intergalactic state."

The Magistrata from before finally loses her patience and slams her fist down on some invisible desk. "You cruel-... Then you are sealing the boy's fate! You're throwing away his future! His life!"

"If it's for the greater good…then so. It. Shall. Be."

Devastation. The sense of absolute despair washes over Principal Nezu and nearly sweeps him off his feet as the Magistratus' words strike down like a heavy gavel.

"This is what it takes to lead such an organization, Principal Nezu. We are not your pro heroes who make arrests and hand out tickets. We are the Plumbers. We eliminate all potential threats. We do as needed." The Magistratus pulls the screen closer to their form, and pauses the screen as it zooms in on All For One's dark and menacing form. "We use the resources available to us."

With another flick the screen vanishes and the Magistratus signals the end. "You have our verdict, Magister Nezu. I suggest you make peace with the consequences of your actions. This meeting is now adjourned." And without another word or at least a condolence the Magistratus' hologram blinks out of existence.

With their exit the others quickly follow suit and begin to vanish away, making the empty chamber feel even more vast and empty.

As Principal Nezu stares on in abysmal defeat one Magistrata remains. The very same one that was brave enough to express her concern. She watches Nezu with a sorrowful gaze. "I'm-I'm so sorry…Nezu."

The Principal doesn't respond, he can't even bring himself to meet her gaze.

Feeling like she cannot provide him with any comfort the Magistrata regretfully signs off but not after much hesitation. "Please, reach out if there's anything I can do…"

Nezu nods slowly but doesn't outright answer.

With nothing more to say, the Magistrata logs off leaving Principal Nezu all alone in the vast dark chamber.

With the last member gone the system's protocols activate the sound of automatic doors unlocking can be heard. As per Plumber protocols the doors wouldn't have broken open for him until the meeting had adjourned.

Suddenly the door slides open as the last lock is finally released, and stumbling through falling to the floor is a broken Hisashi Midoriya. He collapses, his fists bloodied and bruised, a clear sign he had been banging on the door in a desperate attempt to break in. The man's will has been lost.

From the doorway stands Thirteen, One-One, and Chopper all of which were listening in along with Hisashi. Not one of them speaks a word as they're all still reeling back from the shock and the sense of betrayal.

As for Hisashi, he can do nothing but stare up at Nezu with pleading desperate eyes.

But how is Nezu supposed to tell him to give up? How is he to tell him that his son is lost? How is he to help him? For once in Nezu's life he has no clue on what to do next…

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Ch.79 Missing Pieces

(A new OP Theme will be added later)

["It still feels like a nightmare. A terrible horrible nightmare. And although the danger has passed, this nightmare is still going on for those here at Kamino Ward."] A young reporter pops onto the tiny screen with the logo of NHN inscribed at the screen's corner. ["We're still live on the scene here at Kamino Ward where rescue heroes from all over are hard at work, cleaning up the wreckage that resulted from last night's brutal attack. Thankfully our Symbol of Peace, All Might, was there to save the day and to stop the villain! However, shortly after All Might's victory over the rumored villain known as All for One, I'm afraid that another threat emerged. Unfortunately, our cameras were unable to catch anything of the following battle, but we have prepared a clip from last night's battle."]

The screen changes to show the POV of a camera that was mounted on one of the helicopters during the Kamino Ward attack, and at the moment that camera is homed in in all All Might's weakened form just as he launched that villain, All For One, out of frame. ["The villain's been defeated! Blasted away to kingdom come! All Might stands victorious! He saved us yet again!"] The helicopter reporter cheers into his mic as other heroes begin to gather onto the scene below. ["He did it! All Might! All Might! He's our hero! He's our-"]

Suddenly something falls from the sky and smashes into the earth, causing a thundering shockwave that crashes into the .

["AAAAAAaaaahhh!"] The reporter and his cameraman scream for their lives as their helicopter is sent spinning through the air and plummeting with the camera cutting out just before they hit the ground.

The NHN logo reappears and the young reporter emerges back onto the screen, they cup their hands in a grateful prayer as they bow their head back at the camera. ["We are grateful to report that our helicopter crew survived and are making proper recoveries. However, the same cannot be said for a number of pro heroes. Interviews with the heroes who witnessed this villain's power have been…unreliable. We only have rumors and stipulations of a villain appearing with a bomb and a machine of death. And nothing more. There are even rumors that All Might willingly departed with the villain, however, we have received word from the police and U.A. that All Might is safely back in an undisclosed hospital to recover from his injuries. And of course, we wish our Number One Hero a speedy recovery."] The reporter smiles as if assuming All Might himself is watching, however, the smile quickly fades as they get ready to deliver dire news. ["However, the bad news doesn't stop there. Not only are casualty numbers still coming in as well as missing people reports. There are still those missing, those that started all of this. The League of Villains and Izuku Midoriya are nowhere to be seen. The heroes have confirmed that they failed to rescue the Hero Student, Izuku Midoriya, from the League of Villains. And the League seemingly has gone into hiding with no arrests made to their core group. And as they vanish and hide we as a society are left with many questions. Who is All For One? What exactly was this mysterious new villain? What is the League planning? Where is Izuku Midoriya? And…what will become of our world now that the Symbol of Peace is gone?"]

Ochaco's been wondering the same exact things for the last day or so. Even at the hospital while Recovery Girl and Tiger were berating and chastising her for her actions, she couldn't focus on any of it, all she could think about was All Might and Deku. Are they okay? Where are they? What's going to happen next…?

That was all hours ago. She was released this morning to her parents who brought her straight home to Endori in a barrage of hugs, kisses, and worry.

And although they've been super attentive and alert of her needs, Ochaco wants to do nothing more than to shut herself in her room and watch the news on her phone. And all of it has been the same thing: mysterious villain, All Might weakened, All For One gone, and what happened to the League and their captive?

"Deku…"

There's a gentle rap at the door before Ochaco's mother peers through the door. "Ochaco, sweetie. A-are you hungry?" She asks gently, not wanting to worry her.

"No…I'm fine."

Her mother frowns clearly not convinced but doesn't want to push it and accidentally upset her daughter. However, hopefully someone else can help Ochaco feel better. "Okay. Well then I hope you don't mind but there's someone here to see you."

For the first time Ochaco finally looks away from her phone with her hopes naively rising thinking that maybe, just maybe, the visitor is All Might or Deku or at least someone who can give her some answers.

But much to her disappointment yet understanding, a worried Mina Ashido is the one that steps inside with a concerned look as her antennas wiggle and twitch. "I…figured you might want some company…"

"Mina…" Ochaco settles back down, slumping down while seated on her bed she goes back to staring at her phone and goes quiet.

Mina stands there awkwardly, not sure of what to do or what to say, but after a moment she takes a seat at Ochaco's desk chair and waits. She waits for Ochaco to say something first but the girl just continues scrolling through her phone with a lost stare.

So, awkwardly trying to get the ball rolling, Mina pats the desk lightly with her hands before awkwardly starting at what's on her mind. "So, you all really went…"

The brunette doesn't answer, not that she really needs to since Mina wasn't exactly asking.

"I can't believe Iida couldn't stop you but then again could he have? … I-I heard from Kirishima that you guys got Bakugou away. Wow…that's awesome, right…? You guys saved his life."

Tucked in on herself, she still doesn't answer, but she is listening at least although Mina would feel much better if she answered.

"Everyone else is checking on the others. We figured you all must be…." Mina gazes down at Ochaco's phone as well spotting the various news articles and clips depicting the events of last night. Mina pauses, unsure of how to say or rather ask this delicately, but even she can't stop the urge of worry and curiosity eating away at her insides. "We, um, we-...we all saw it. All Might's fight, you know… You saw it too right? I mean, you saw it."

Ochaco doesn't meet her gaze but instead flips the phone down so Mina can't see it.

"And then that last attack. What was that explosion? Do you think it was…y-you know?"

Ochaco lowers her head mainly because she's unsure herself if it was something…alien.

"The news said Midoriya wasn't there… That the heroes didn't save him." Mina shutters, blinking back tears as Emote picks up on the waves of guilt and regret radiating off her friend. "I'm-I'm so sorry, Ochaco. I'm-I'm so-so sorry." Mina hugs herself while trying to blink back tears of her own guilt. "I should have-... Ochaco, please, please tell me you're okay? Please."

She doesn't answer or at least not immediately but after reminding herself that Mina can in fact sense her emotions she tries but fails to give a confident answer. "I'm fine…"

Mina shakes her head. "No you're not. And I don't need Emote to know that. Ochaco…you're eating yourself up from the inside."

Ochaco immediately turns away, unable to meet her friend's gaze.

"You can't blame yourself for what happened." Mina continues while trying to be as gentle as possible. "You had no control over it… None of us did. It's not your fault."

"YES IT IS!" Ochaco snaps, spinning around and finally meeting Mina's gaze to which her own is blurry and foggy with tears. "It is my fault! It's my fault Deku was taken! If I was able to reach him! If my body didn't quit I could have saved him before the League could pull him away! And none of this would have happened! All Might would have never lost his strength! None of the heroes would have gotten hurt or died! Deku would still be here! But instead, he's gone! That villain-that monster has them both! And there's nothing I can do! It's my fault! It's my fault… It's my fault that Deku and All Might are…gone." Her facade finally breaks down in tears as she sobs and cries.

Mina hurries to her side and offers a shoulder to lean on as Ochaco cries and chokes on one of her sobs. "Hey hey hey, it's not your fault. It's not your fault. They're going to be okay."

"But what if they're not?! What if-what if the League has them?! Or worse?! I-I think that villain, the one that killed all those heroes was-was Vilgax, Mina! And he has Deku and All Might! He has them both!"

Mina holds her closer as she tries to hold back her own fear and tears. "Y-you don't know that for sure. T-they might be alright."

"But what if they're not?! What if…" She eyes her phone which once again displays the hero's lack of knowledge of the situation. "What if the heroes can't save them?!"

Fear flashes through Mina's system, taken back by the outburst and the sudden jolt of hopelessness she felt through Emote. Causing her to pull her hand away.

Noticing, Ochaco goes quiet, feeling guilty for making her friend suffer through her own pain as well.

The two sit awkwardly and with uncertainty, both feeling nervous and guilty for pushing the other.

After another moment of not making eye contact or communicating, there's a soft knock at her door again as this time Ochaco's father slips his head in. "Hey, girls. Sorry for interrupting but your Mom wanted to know if either of you like something to eat or drink?"

They stare at him, as if unable to process what he said. Ochaco frowns, turning away again as she hugs herself. "No, I'm okay…"

He figured she'd say that and so with a soft smile he gives Mina a knowing look.

Assuming he wishes to speak to his daughter, Mina slowly gets up and feigns stretching. "Actually, I'll have some tea. If that's alright?"

"Of course. My wife is in the kitchen, she'll get you whatever you like."

"Th-thank you." Mina slips out the door leaving the father and daughter duo to themselves.

He closes the door behind her, granting them privacy as he now turns his attention towards his sulking daughter. With a soft understanding smile he stands at the door, acting as if nothing's wrong at all, yet still speaks gently so as to not upset her. "Hey, there kiddo. How are you feeling?"

"I'm fine." She responds rather curtly and while barely acknowledging him.

And yet he seems unphased and even chuckles at her response, almost like he planned this all out. "Then it's okay if I sit here right?"

Before she can tell him no, he plops down beside her anyway, so she makes a point to turn away while holding her knees to her chest.

They sit there in silence as her father patiently waits for her to acknowledge him. But she's determined to sulk, using her phone as a distraction as she scrolls through more articles and posts.

After a moment, her Dad remembers something and whatever memory crosses his mind it can't help but make him laugh. "Ms. Recovery Girl was really mad at you. What you did was really reckless. I thought she was gonna knock your eyes out with how hard she hit you with her cane. Ha ha!"

Ochaco tucks in on herself some more. She remembers her berating and scolding very clearly, after all it was last night when it happened. It occurred shortly after everything happened at Kamino. Tiger made sure she got home personally along with her friends but not before U.A. sent over Recovery Girl to check up on her and to patch her up. It's why she slept in for so long this morning and why there's a good-sized bump on her head from how mad Recovery Girl was with her actions. What they did was stupid and reckless… And that statement couldn't be more correct, much to Ochaco's shame.

"She even recommended that we have you grounded for the next month. Can you believe it?"

Ochaco certainly can. "Is that my punishment then…?"

"No." He smiles with sympathy as if he understands her situation better than even she does. "I think you're going through enough as it is."

Is she going through enough? How else can she suffer? She's lost her friends. Her mentor. Her teachers' trust in her. And maybe even her friends' trust too… It's not fair but also it could have been prevented. If she had done one thing differently, just one then maybe, just maybe, none of this would have happened. Maybe if she listened to Tsuyu about not confronting Toga and Charmcaster? Maybe if she partnered up with Deku instead? Maybe if she was just a bit faster or stronger… And yet she did none of that. Not one.

"Why do these things happen…?" She mumbles, mainly to herself as she presses her head to her knees.

"That's because life is about struggling." Her father answers, not blinking an eye as he answers her openly and honestly.

She finally meets his gaze and it's one of bewilderment and with little clarity.

However, he is more than happy to clarify his answer for her. "Take us for example, most of the time we barely have enough money to scrape by, we have to work long hours and we don't always have the luxuries that everyone else has." It does sadden him to think about the many times they had to go hungry for a night or skip out on laundry day or air conditioning just to save a few bucks. "We've struggled a lot just to make sure we keep the lights on. But after struggling so much our victories, even the small ones, feel that much more special to me." He leans over her, pressing his shoulder to her back as he smiles down, bashfully remembering when she was just his little girl. "After a long day of hard, often backbreaking work. I love the moments I'd come home to find you there waiting for me. You'd smile and laugh, making me smile along with you. Before we played all your favorite games like Rescue Hero or Floaties~." He singsongs, gushing at the memories.

Ochaco breaks her sulking, becoming embarrassed and blushing. She remembers those games how she used Zero-gravity to save her Daddy from an avalanche of pillows that he floated over himself into a pile. Or how they'd use both their Zero-Gravity's to make each other float and bounce around the room while he caught her and she giggled like there was no tomorrow. "Dad…I'm not a kid anymore."

"I know, you're growing up. A concept I'm struggling to accept but it's also something I'm so proud of." He smiles on and thinks about her question. "Why do these things happen? Well, answer me this, why do we fall?"

Ochaco can't, she just can't. "Please don't go quoting Dark Knight right now."

"Actually, it's Batman, but…fine. But answer this instead: do you understand gravity?"

She gives him a look like he's crazy.

"Humor me."

Turning away she answers with a stiff. "…Yes."

"What is it?"

"…It's the force that pulls us down."

He smiles as if this is exactly the answer he wanted. "True. But wrong."

She starts but doesn't turn back around as he happily explains it to her.

"Gravity is the universal force of attraction acting between all matter." He nods his head along as he says it, like it's a silly song to sing. "At first glance it's by far the weakest known force in nature. You fall. Rocks fall. Rain falls. Simple and straightforward. Not exactly remarkable or significant. Buuuut on the other hand it can influence the destiny of the stars."

Now he has Ochaco's attention as she slowly rotates herself around, she doesn't meet his gaze, but she is at least looking forward and listening which is progress.

"Gravity affects everything, pulls everything to its own destiny. It holds our entire existence together: to the Earth, the stars, the galaxy, the entire cosmos." There's a wistful look in his eyes as he peers up at the ceiling which is plastered with stickers of stars and comets. "Gravity has the ability to create the most beautiful things in existence. It pulls us down and yet we fight against it and rise again. Your Gravity can do the same." He smiles at her like she's the most beautiful thing he's seen.

But it doesn't make sense to her at all, how can her "gravity" do the same? Her gravity repels, not pulls.

But that's exactly how he sees it. "Your gravity can pull others to you." He explains. "You pulled your friends together in order to do what you all thought was right. You all pulled together to defend and save one another. Even now your friends come to your side to help. Your gravity calls to them." He takes her hands in her own, his fingers rubbing over her little finger pads. "Not only does it pull them towards you but you can use it to lift them up. You can help them defy gravity and rise above the pain and hardships. You can help them fly."

For the first time since she had been dragged home, pained and lost and full of sorrow, her eyes brighten with hope albeit hesitant.

"To answer your earlier question. The reason these things happen is so we can try again. Do better. To lift ourselves up. These are the moments we live for, that we struggle towards. We work hard and never give up because if we do then we went through all that for nothing." He nods to himself as if reinforcing what he already knows. "Life is about overcoming obstacles, of enduring the bad times, so that we can cherish the good ones."

She doesn't answer but she certainly sees his point. Life will always be suffering, be pain, but…the moments they feel truly alive are when they're surrounded by joy, love, and warmth… She lost her classmate and a teacher. A friend and a mentor. The world lost its Symbol of Peace. But the Midoriyas lost a son… "But what about his family…? Can-can they endure this?"

Her father tightens his lips as he thinks on it. "I don't know. But I do know that you can help them make it through this."

She starts, picking up on what he's hinting at. "Are-are you sure it's okay for me to…?" She slowly gestures to the door as if nervous that he'll change his mind if she says it aloud.

But it's exactly what she thinks he means.

He stands up and offers her a hand.

She stares at it, not really sure, but decides to take it and he lifts her up to her feet. "Go. Use your gravity to help them. And take your friend with you. I'm sure they would really appreciate both of your company."

She stares back at him, tears welling in her eyes, as she doesn't know what to say. She has mixed feelings of guilt for leaving so soon, surely they'll worry, but on the other hand she can't help but worry for them either. She feels both guilty yet full of gratitude. And so she hugs him, hugs him tight in thank you for understanding.

"Ochaco. My sweet little girl." He hums, embracing her back with his chin to her head. "No matter what you do or where you go just know that I'll always be proud of you."

She presses her face to him harder as she tightens her embrace so much that her fingers press to his back and they both begin to float…

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Meanwhile, Shoto is at home, sitting quietly in his traditional Japanese home. It's a usual tranquil setting when he sits himself out in their garden and pond but today is no such luck as the sounds of thrashing and burning flames echo through the manner.

He knows it's his father, and he can only assume that he's taking his fire and rage out on his own gym equipment. Not that quite of a surprise for Shoto especially considering the new orders the No. 2 Hero had received that very morning.

[FLASHBACK]

After ensuring that Bakugou got to the police, Shoto left or rather escaped Kamino Ward for home. He had actually beat Endeavor home and it wasn't until the next morning till his father, Endeavor, arrived home. But what really surprised Shoto was the officer that just so happened to pay his old man a visit.

"Detective. Might I ask why you bothered to come to my doorstep?" Endeavor growls, annoyed by the officer's appearance.

Naomasa Tsukauchi frowns back but joins Endeavor in his traditional living room. "I figured it'd be best to give you this order in person. But the Hero Public Safety Commission has decided that all heroes that were present at Kamino Ward are hereby placed under a gag order."

"What?" Endeavor growls threateningly as if the detective was threatening him.

Shoto's interest is piqued. Curious and concerned, he follows the two men to their family's traditional living room. He presses himself against the fusuma, grateful at how paper-thin it really is, allowing him to listen in.

Meanwhile, Tsukauchi presses on with the order. "You are not to reveal or share any details of the events that took place: nothing about the fight, the mission, All Might's fight, or the unknown villain that arrived late onto the scene. The "official" story you're allowed to share is that although Izuku Midoriya's rescue was unfortunately never completed. All Might was able to repel the mystery villain along with you and the other heroes. And as to explain his lack of media appearance, the "word" is that All Might has been relocated to an undisclosed hospital for recovery and treatment."

"This is ridiculous! Those are all lies! You don't really expect me to stay quiet about this?! To stay on the sidelines while some villain with tech and power like that I've never seen is running around, do you?!" Endeavor slams his fist onto the table, his fist flashing with flames as it does. "And All Might in recovery? Bullshit! We all saw his state! He's a skeleton! He was-has been for a long time! And because of that he couldn't even lift a finger when the villain wanted to take him away! Even if All Might managed to pull off one last miracle and escape that villain's clutches, do you really think this cover up will last?!"

'Official story? All Might was taken?! And they're covering it up?!' Shoto is shocked, what could this all mean?

"No." Tsukauchi answers with full-seriousness. "We can't stop rumors from spreading, but that's why I wanted to talk to you directly." He sighs exasperated as if admitting that he didn't want to do this either. "It's one thing for a sidekick or a local hero to leak information. But it's another issue if you or another top hero were to break this seal. Do you have any idea the panic it would cause if people knew that the same day the image they had of the Symbol of Peace was wrong and then find out he was so weak that he had to surrender completely to a potentially even stronger villain?! Forget losing faith in U.A. or heroes! People would lose all faith in hero society, entirely! Do you get what I'm saying, Todoroki?!"

Endeavor remains silent, glaring angrily at the detective. It's his own way of saying that he understands the situation.

"And don't think we aren't just sitting by and doing nothing. We currently have every detective and officer on the case to find All Might and Izuku Midoriya. We will find out who this villain is and what they want. And once we know where they are you can trust that you'll be the first one I call to take them down. But for now, rest, get yourself prepared, and stay silent about all this until then. Do I make myself clear?"

"…Crystal."

"Good. Until then, Endeavor. Be sure to take care of yourself." Tsukauchi gets up to leave, grabbing his hat as he does.

But before he can turn to leave, Endeavor calls out in a low growl. "Tsukauchi."

The Detective turns back to face him with a curious look.

"How much exactly do we know about this villain? Who or what was he?"

"We…we have nothing."

Endeavor's eyes widen slowly. "What?"

Shoto nearly lets out a gasp, clasping a hand over his mouth as he listens.

"We have nothing. No records. No origin. Not even a name." Tsukauchi lowers head in shame, even hiding his gaze under his hat. "Not a thing… But I promise you we will find out everything and bring him to justice."

Endeavor considers the news, contemplating what it could mean, before asking. "Did you debrief Cinder yet?"

"We gathered a basic statement from him for now. I will be speaking with him for a more thorough and detailed report. I figured for now it'd be best if he had some time to process…"

Endeavor scowls but remains quiet about the topic of the missing brat, but instead moves onto what's most important. "He knows."

Tsukauchi blinks in confusion. "What?"

"They knew each other. The villain and Midoriya. They recognize each other." Endeavour explains. "This wasn't the first time Cinder has met that monster."

Now it's Tsukauchi's turn for his eyes to widen. "How do you know that?"

"Because the villain said so himself."

From behind the fusuma, Shoto shoots to his feet in astonishment. 'Mr. Midoriya knows?! But who is this villain? What's going on?!' He presses against the fusuma again, hoping to learn more.

"I will speak to him directly on this." Tsukauchi gathers himself making a note to use his Lie Detector Quirk when he finally pays Cinder a visit. "But it'll have to wait, I have a meeting at U.A. to attend to. I need to discuss this gag order with them as well and figure out how we will proceed. I'll contact you with when we have any further news."

"You better."

And with that Shoto hurries away before the detective makes his leave.

[End of FLASHBACK]

That was only a couple hours ago, it's nearly noon and that meeting has been the only thing on his mind ever since.

It's all so confusing and suspicious. 'Who's this villain? And was he so strong that it forced All Might's hand? And what would this villain want with All Might and Midoriya?' So many questions, so little answers. However, there is a way to get answers. Only one way and only one place to get them. 'Hisashi Midoriya, just what exactly are you hiding? And what does it all have to do with Izuku Midoriya and his power?'

---

They've arrived. After a long train ride and walk, Ochaco and Mina have finally made it to the Midoriya's apartment. Actually, they arrived over a minute ago but have been too nervous to knock. But after an encouraging nudge from Mina, Ochaco slowly steps forward and gently raps the door before stepping back and waiting.

At first there's no noise or movement but after a moment or two of waiting the doorknob begins to wiggle from the other side. The door opens slowly and the girls half-expect to find Mrs. Midoriya crying her eyes out but instead they are met by the soft gaze of the Midoriya's neighbor, Mr. Baumann.

Ochaco blinks back, startled. "Oh, um, sorry, Mr. Baumann, we must have knocked on the wrong door."

"No, you had the right door." He explains, greeting them with a gentle understanding smile as he steps aside to allow them into the Midoriya's home. "They'd appreciate you both for stopping by."

"T-thank you." Ochaco enters first and is immediately met by Mrs. Midoriya herself, and by no surprise she is a mess.

She looks outright tired and her cheeks red with wiped tears, she clearly hasn't been able to sleep and looks a little paler and a bit more disheveled than normal. But yet she greets the girls with a kind smile, truly happy to see them. "Ah, Uraraka and Ashido, it's wonderful to see you." She greets, completely hiding how exhausted and worried she really is.

"M-Mrs. Midoriya, it's nice to see you too." Ochaco greets, speaking carefully.

"T-thank you for having us." Mina greets, looking like she wants to say something more but opts to stay quiet instead.

Inko immediately checks them over as if looking for injuries and such. "I heard what happened. Are you alright? Are you okay? You're not hurt are you? Do you need anything?"

Ochaco shakes her head. "N-no, I-I'm fine."

"Oh, good." Inko smiles; she's genuinely grateful to hear that. "Come in, come in, you both must be hungry! Let me get you something."

"N-no, we're okay…"

But it's too late, she's set her mind and hurries the girls inside to sit down while she prepares some snacks. Ochaco and Mina go along with it, as not wanting to be rude, while Mr. Baumann shuts the door and follows them to the living room.

Once the girls enter the living room behind Inko, they both stop dead in their tracks as they realize that there's more people here than just them and Mr. Baumann.

"B-Bakugou…?" Ochaco chokes.

Katsuki Bakugou's head snaps up at attention as he spins around, his eyes popping open in surprise. "Uraraka?"

Next to him is Eijiro Kirishima who shoots out of his sea in surprise. "Uraraka?!"

"Kirishima?" Mina gasps.

"Ashido!" Kirishima grins.

"Kirishima?!" Now Ochaco gasps.

"Uraraka!"

"Kirishima." Bakugou growls, annoyed.

But Kirishima laughs it off and exclaims. "Bakugou!"

"Katsuki!"

Bakugou jumps, spinning around to find his own mom exiting from the kitchen.

"Behave yourself." Mitsuki warns him with a look before turning her attention to the new arrivals. She smiles softly, patting the girls' arms gently and checking them over much like Inko had done. "How are you both holding up?"

"W-we're okay." Ochaco lowers her gaze. "T-thank you."

"No." Mitsuki rubs her arms and has the girl look up to meet her kind grateful smile. "Thank you. For everything." Her gaze shifts over to Katsuki who turns away and sinks back into the couch.

Ochaco watches him for a second before turning back and giving a nod of understanding.

Inko rushes out of the kitchen like a waitress working the lunch rush with a tray of steaming tea while Mr. Baumann helps out by producing a tin box of cookies from his shop.

"Please, sit. Sit. Sit. Eat something." Inko insists on having the girls sit down on the opposite couch of Bakugou and Kirishima before serving each of them a cup.

After they each have a sip and take a cookie from Mr. Baumann does Inko join the girls on the couch with a heavy tired breath. She looks expectantly between the teens, happy to have them and waiting for them to speak, but the moment is more awkward than anything else. As no one really knows what to say, they each sit there not making eye contact, specifically Ochaco and Bakugou who both find their shoes the most interesting things in the room apparently. Leaving Inko, Mina, and Kirishima to look between them with uncertainty.

After another moment, Inko smiles on happily and offers another treat. "Can I get you kids anything else? Have you all eaten yet? If not I can make you all some katsudon, it's Izuku's favorite!"

The kids, especially Ochaco and Bakugou, flinch at the mention of Deku with both of them having looks of guilt and regret.

Inko's smile softens and for a moment the kids fear that she might break down. But she doesn't, instead she takes a breath and smiles on watching them close like a mother hen worried about her chicks. "I heard about what you all did." She pauses waiting for the teens to react but when they don't she presses on, speaking softly yet with purpose. "You all…wanted to help. And you did. You brought Katsuki home." She smiles, genuinely smiles. "We couldn't be more grateful. Thank you. All of you. You were so incredibly brave."

Ochaco shrinks in on herself, still unable to face her. "B-but…we-...we couldn't bring De-...Izuku home too…"

Inko wraps her hand around Ochaco's and holds it tight, grabbing the girl's attention. Ochaco can feel her grip tighten like she's holding onto Ochaco for dear life like she's afraid that she'll be the one to fall into despair and not her. "But you tried. Didn't you?" Inko questions with a compassionate smile. "I'm not sure if Izuku told you, but I assume you probably already know, but he…didn't have many friends growing up." A sad truth, one that she often feels guilty over. "There were only a few…" Her gaze darts over to Katsuki before she looks back at the brunette. "But now, because of all of you my boy has never been happier. He's never been so outgoing getting into trouble. Making memories. And has a chance to be himself. It's all because he has all of you. And I am so grateful that you all care so much for him that you'd risk life and limb for him."

"Well, he would-...has done the same for us." Ochaco corrects thinking back on all the times Deku's rushed in to help them. "I…I miss him."

"So, do I…" Inko admits her smile shrinking as she stares down at her lap. "I worry for that boy…" Her body shivers for a moment as her worry and fear begins to break through the cracks, to which Ochaco holds her hand tighter, not daring to let go. "Will, will you all keep looking out for him? Will you all be there…for my boy?" She desperately asks while choking back a sob. "P-please…"

Ochaco doesn't need to think twice about it, she already has her answer. "Of course."

Inko nearly breaks down as she cups a shaking hand over her mouth and tears threaten to spill. "T-thank you…"

"Mrs.-...Mrs. Midoria I-"

There's a click from the door and then the sound of wood creaking as the front door slowly swings open.

Everyone stops and turns to look to see that Hisashi Midoriya has finally returned home after long hours of assumingly rounding up Nomus and investigations. They each hope to hear good news but their hopes are quickly stomped when they see just how much of a broken state he's in.

He hasn't shaven nor slept and at this rate they can almost assume that he hasn't eaten either. He looks almost sickly with how pale he is and how dark it is under his eyes. His suit is filthy, still covered in battle scrapes and dust. And there's no purpose to his step, no fire, the way he stumbles in just cries of a broken soul. A crushed spirit that's fallen to despair. He's a defeated man, that much is obvious.

"Hisashi!" Inko's smile breaks away to that of a look of worry yet excitement as she oh so desperately clings to hope. "How-how was the meeting?! Did-Did they find Izuku? Is he okay?1 When-when will come home?!"

He can't do it. He can't look her in the eye and say it. He won't lie but he can't tell her the truth either.

And she knows it as she nearly faints and collapses.

Mina, having sensed the sudden change in emotions though Emote, reacts first and catches Mrs. Midoriya just as she finally breaks down and wails. She lets it all out, crying and sobbing into Mina's shoulder while Ochaco still holds onto her hand, trying her best to comfort the poor heartbroken mother.

Mitsuki hurries over to help while Mr. Baumann hangs back, his head hanging low in sadness.

Kirishima falls back in his seat, confused and alarmed, and unsure how to take news. He looks to Katsuki but he is at a loss. The ash-blonde is staring off into space with a perplexed look of utter uncertainty.

Inko wails and sobs. "Wh-where's my boy?! Where's my Izuku?!"

---

U.A. is closed. Empty, dark, and quiet.

It's a much needed quiet for Principal Nezu especially after that less then fruitful, and rather dispiriting council. And dispiriting is putting it mildly.

It's a frustrating, chaotic mess in Nezu's mind as two thoughts of his brain conflict with the other. The more…animalistic side of Nezu wishes to forgo the orders and regulations for the sake of his teacher and student. And yet the more logical side of him can't help but understand the council's standing, no matter how much it disagrees with him. Neither option sounds ideal or the most logical route. Risk the safety of the planet and the galaxy for two individuals? Or stand back and keep the peace for the greater good? It's not an easy answer even for one as highly intelligent as himself. Frustrating…

But he can't or rather shouldn't focus on it right now. He has another meeting to prepare for, one with the rest of his teaching staff and Detective Tsukauchi. Thankfully due to All Might being so integral to their staffing, the detective and Nezu are permitted to discuss the true, or most of the true, nature of All Might's disappearance and the coverup that soon followed. They will certainly not take the news well but hopefully with a trusted face like the detective around they will hopefully not jump to rash action.

Then again what could they possibly do if they knew the truth? A truth that even now Magister Nezu refuses to share…

*KNOCK. KNOCK. KNOCK.*

Principal Nezu's ears perk at the sound of knocking at his officer door, for a moment a spark of hope makes him delusional in thinking that All Might or Izuku will stroll right in. But his hope is quickly dashed as he summarizes that it is nothing more than the good detective. "Detective Tsukauchi, you've arrived sooner than expected. Please come in, I'd like to you-..." Nezu's greeting fades away and for a moment animalistic dread seeps in as two new presences enter his territory.

At first glance the presence of the first is nothing impressive, at least not physically. The one to enter is nothing more than a middle-aged woman with a stoical and steely expression on her face. Despite her age her gaze is sharp and narrow as if inspecting every twitch and breath of those caught before her, with turquoise eyes that pierce right through you. Her ash blonde hair is slicked back giving her a more professional appearance that pairs well with her dark suit jacket and dress along with a purple shirt and necklace.

She is followed inside, escorted by a man twice her stature. A brute of a man marches in with a steely look and a hard expression of a well-seasoned soldier. His blonde hair, shaved to the sides and parted slightly up, help frame his strong chined face. A long scar stretches across the soldier's face, from the tip of his left brow to the top of his right cheek. Yet he seems to hold it up like a medal, something that was earned and well fought for. He is dressed in a navy-blue military attire, full on riot gear minus the helmet, and a bullet-proof vest with the letters H, P, S, and C written out at the chest in yellow.

Out of the two, Nezu knows exactly which one he should truly be wary of. "Oh, my, I would have certainly appreciated a warning, I don't think my little heart can take any more surprises I'm afraid… Now to what do I owe this visit from the Hero Public Safety Commission, Madam President?"

The Madam President herself approaches the other side of Nezu desk, and stares down the tiny chimera with what can only be described as sheer cold indignation and yet respect for the little Principal. She stands firm, standing steadfast and with full professionalism before confronting the highly intelligent rodent. "We are here to discuss the terms of our agreement…Magister Nezu."

Principal Nezu does not fail to recognize the clear and obvious incitement, and quickly his demeanor gives. Gone is his welcoming smile, replaced by a tired and already frustrated expression. And yet he holds his own temper back and addresses the Madam President as professionally and as curiously as he can. "Terms? Agreement? I'm afraid you've lost me Madam President. Perchance what exactly are you referring to?"

She scowls at that. "Skip the games, Magister. I'm not in the mood." And from what she can tell, he isn't either. "We've done as you asked, we're covering up All Might's disappearance at that alien's hand."

Principal Nezu goes quiet as he cups his paws together and listens to the woman's report.

"We've implemented the gag order and are keeping a close eye on all the heroes as to ensure none of them slip. However, this is not the first time we at the Hero Public Safety Commission had to help cover for your repeated incidents." Folding her arms she frowns in annoyance of it all like all of this is nothing new or of any advantage to them. "To put it bluntly you have quite the tab built up and we'd like to be paid back for all our efforts."

Principal-…Magister Nezu sinks back into his chair and for once a crack of exhaustion seeps its way through. "I knew you'd come eventually." He sighs. "Although I already know your answer, is there by any chance albeit slim that we can discuss this after the current situation has been resolved. After all, I do have a staff member and a student missing from my care."

"We are well aware of the situation; however, this cannot wait any further Magister." Her eyes narrow: analyzing, calculating, the chimera's reactions and response. "Especially not when an alien battleship is orbiting Earth's moon as we speak. I highly suspect it's our "mystery villain" and if I were to wager it's where it has both All Might and Izuku Midoriya imprisoned."

Magister Nezu should be shocked but after everything he just can't bring himself to be. "I'm surprised, you know."

The soldier scowls, clearly visiting the rat bothers him. "Don't look down on us, rat. We're under constant vigilance, especially when in regard to those things." He growls in disgust as he refers to the aliens as things and clearly he has no qualms about referring to them as such in front of the Magister.

Magister Nezu would almost find it humorous if he could. "Oh my, then can you tell me when exactly you identified this ship?"

The soldier scowls in embarrassment as Nezu caught him red handed. "We detected it only after the thing launched his attack pod onto the city." His fists clench at his side and for a moment Nezu fears the man might try to smash one of his prized possessions. "However what I really hate is that you knew that this alien overlord or thing was there! Hovering over our heads this whole time! And not once were we notified!"

Nezu stares at the soldier blankly, not reacting, and appearing seemingly indifferent to the man's ire. "You were never notified because it was and is not your concern. It is not a necessity for you to be aware, nor is it your jurisdiction. So, please, before you throw around accusations I would prefer that you be aware of where your rank lies, Lieutenant." he spits out the word lieutenant much like the man had with the word "thing" before.

And unlike Nezu, the Lieutenant does not take the jab at his pride well as the man's steely glare digs into Nezu's skull.

"That is where I see things differently, Magister." The Madam President interjects with a cold and calculating tone. "As far as I'm concerned my jurisdiction is anything that regards the national security of Japan and its allies. If Earth is being targeted for invasion then it is certainly a necessity that we are made aware of such incredible risks."

The Lieutenant scowls in agreement. "For starters we don't even know how many of those things are living on Earth, let alone Japan. It's a risk to national and global security."

The Madam president then adds. "To be frank the way you Plumbers run your operations only creates more security risks to this nation and its people. You purposefully keeping us out of the loop instead of incorporating us which has finally led to the disaster you find yourself in now."

The Magister scowls in response, a look foreign to a face such as his. "I'm sorry but I thought you came here to discuss terms, not to air your grievances with our methods."

"That is exactly what we're here to do.". She leans in over the desk, staring Nezu right in the eye with a dark look on her face. "I want to be in the motherfucking room where it motherfucking happens."

Magister Nezu on his part remains still and silent, completely stoned face.

"I want your organization's full cooperation with the Hero Public Safety Commission." The Madam President explains. "No more secrets. No more redactions between us. Granted we are still willing to help with cover ups and tampering of data when necessary. We want to know the alien population you have in Japan. We want monitoring systems in place. And we want full access to your technology," She eyes him warily from her peripheral as she adds. "and weapons."

Almost instantly the Magister has a response. "Denied. As per galactic law and Plumber regulations I cannot and will not divulge such access of information to you and your agents. Nor will I ever hand over weapons humanity is not ready for."

The Lieutenant scoffs at that. "And yet you're willing to hand them to a kid?"

"This game you're playing is a losing one, Magister." The cold woman shakes her head in disbelief. "I find it ridiculous. Why deny our assistance? We could have great service to you and those who went missing under your care. And yet you follow your superior's orders even after they've forbidden you from acting."

Now Nezu shows some surprise as he generally did not think they'd be that knowledgeable of his current situation. "I wasn't made aware that you knew about that."

"If you're thinking that you have a mole then you're wrong. Call it intuition. Or the fact that it's an obvious order. If you did have permission…or a spine, you would have confronted this alien and his forces months ago before any of this could happen. You're clearly following a superior's orders. And although I can appreciate the mindset," Her gaze drifts towards the Lieutenant. "It goes completely against the mission." And she will not tolerate that, not for anything. "Your priority-our priority should only ever be our nation's and our planet's security and progress. Nothing else should matter when compared to that."

"You misjudged me Madam President. I care very deeply for humanity and what happens to our home very much!"

"But you're not doing anything to secure its well-being or its future. With your mind and resources available to you, you should be leading Earth's progress and development. And yet you wish to sit back and hope for the best. That humanity will miraculously stumble its way forward." Honestly she's almost disgusted by the idea. "You're not protecting the mission, you're ignoring it."

This is not the first time she's mentioned this mission, and Nezu for one would like to know what it entails for her. "And what would you do to complete this mission?"

"One word. Anything."

Nezu certainly doesn't like the sound of that.

"Unlike you I am willing to cross whatever line there is before if it means the mission's success. I'll use whatever tool, weapon, or damned rock I find on the road to complete it. I am willing to do whatever it takes for the mission. But what about you, PrincipalNezu? What are you willing to do for you?"

Principal Nezu sits there in silence before spinning his chair away from the two and staring off through his panel windows that overlook the school's empty courtyard.

"I am not someone to be trifled with Magister." The Madam president continues. "However, I know you and I are the same in that regard. You will have no worries about us exposing your little secret." Which is a strategic move on their part, if they end up scaring the aliens away too soon then they will take their technology with them. Which means she won't have a chance to place it under their custody. "And I have no intentions of rounding up your precious aliens either." At least while it's not necessary to do so. "I would hate to stir the hornet's nest as it were. However, I don't appreciate our own hive being attacked and having our honey stolen by a foreign creature either. That cannot happen again." her eyes flare with warnings of disaster as she instates her final verdict. "So, either you take action, or I will."

The Principal doesn't turn around, instead he stares off into space, thinking… "I will not involve you in Plumber business, Madam President. I'm afraid you will not be allowed in the room."

She scowls but in all honesty she figured as much anyway. There was never a chance Nezu would willingly cooperate.

But much to her surprise, or perhaps not, Nezu will cooperate in another way. "But I can agree that it is unfair for me to make such requests of you without ever compensating for your…kindness." He spins around, his face emotionless and expressionless as he addresses the Hero Public Safety Commission Directly. "I will divulge a small shipment of higher-level technology to the Hero Public Safety Commission. However, I refuse to hand over any weapons or items of harm. And will not be providing detailed analysis nor instructions on how the technology works. I will require that you have your own men to reverse-engineer the technology themselves."

"We can agree to those terms." The fact that he's actually handing it over so willingly is a gift in itself.

"What about that portal gun?" questions the Lieutenant. "The one your agent used on All For One? Grant us access to that too."

"Absolutely not!" Nezu snaps, surprising the soldier. "That weapon will never fall into anyone else's hands! Understand?!"

"Tsk. Can't blame me for trying."

"Magister Nezu." The Madam President calls for his attention. "I understand and respect your decision not to involve us. However, it is still necessary that you provide us with information. I am not asking for details into your organization nor the alien population. But instead I wish to learn only about one thing so that we may be able to understand that situation more accurately."

"And that is?"

"I want you to give me all the information you've collected on the alien weapon known as the Omnitrix."

Under normal circumstances, Principal Nezu would be shocked at the reveal but right now…nothing's phasing him anymore. "Your informants are impressive, Madam President."

The Lieutenant gives a big cocky smirk. "It wasn't that difficult, Principal. After all, the brat literally wears it on his wrist and literally announces it to the world when he's going to use it. It wasn't hard to put the pieces together on what that weapon can do." His smirks turns cold as it shifts into a big nasty scowl. "Don't you find it's at least a bit disturbing that a Quirkless punk is packing firepower like that? Just imagine what kind of damage he can do with such a thing."

Principal Nezu doesn't need to imagine. He already knows.

Suspecting he might back out, the Madam President uses her final card. "If you do not agree to this term then I cannot promise our cooperation in the future. You will be left to deal with coverups and redactions on your own and with your…limited staff."

Not good, they have Nezu in a bind and they know it as the Lieutenant is quick to point out. "What now, rat?"

Now…Nezu does something he hasn't done in a very long time, give up. "You will have your technology when everything is said and done. And as for your last request…" he turns away, looking back through the glass and towards the sky and its infinite expanse. An expanse so wide it can truly make a man or animal feel small." You shall have it."

The Madam President cracks a smile as this was her goal the entire time. "Thank you Principal Nezu. You're making the right decision."

He certainly hopes so.

---

The Midoriya household is quiet despite being full of people, not a soul makes a sound. All they can hear are the faint sobs from Mrs. Midoriya coming from down the hall after Hisashi and Mitsuki led her away to compose herself.

And so the teens are left sitting there, unsure of what to do next while Mr. Baumann gathers their now cold tea and heads for the kitchen.

After another minute of awkward silence Mina finally tries to break the tension by telling Kirishima something that's been on their mind since they arrived. "I-I didn't expect to find you two here…"

"Yeah, well I was already at Bakugou's place." Kirishima explains with a sheepish yet guilty look.

"You were?" Ochaco asks.

To which Bakugou answers. "The moron thinks he's a bodyguard. He's worried I'm gonna disappear or something."

Mina bobs her head in understanding. "After everything…I can't blame you."

"Yeah…" Kirishima nods back.

The awkward silence returns and this time it's more frustrating then anything, especially for Ochaco who's been eying Bakugou occasionally ever since Inko broke down. She fidgets and looks about ready to say something to him before giving up entirely only to try again and give up.

This happens a few times to the point Bakugou, who has been watching her too, finally gets annoyed enough to call it out. "I know what you're going to ask. And the answer is that I'm fine." He says rather blankly and without meeting her gaze.

To which Ochaco responds rather awkwardly as she doesn't know what to say next. "Oh…"

No one says anything again but after a brief second Bakugou surprisingly takes an awkward initiative. "How are you…?"

"I'm f-...I could be better…" Ochaco corrects after a slight pause.

"Same…"

Ochaco sits there, fidgeting again, she wants to press him for more Ask what happened. If he saw Deku. If Deku's okay. But also…she knows he's not okay and maybe she can help lift up any grief or regrets he has. "Bakugou-"

*DING-DONG!*

With the sudden sound, everyone jumps, startled for a moment before calming down to realize it was just the doorbell ringing. Ochaco nearly jumped out of her seat but Bakugou actually did, looking shaken and horrorstruck for a moment before realizing what it was and taking his seat again.

"I'll get it." Mr. Baumann states while waddling past. He reaches the door and peeks through, not allowing the others to see who's at the door but they can pick up on some of the conversation. "Hello-Oh? It's you all. … Yes, it is. … I understand, you're not the only ones to arrive actually."

Mr. Baumann steps aside and now it's Mina and Ochaco's turn to be surprised by new arrivals as in walks-ins Shoto and right behind him is both Tenya Iida and Momo Yaoyorozu.

Ochaco frowns, questioningly. "Todoroki?"

Shoto stops, finally just realizing she's there. "Uraraka?"

Mina shoots up from her seat as well. "Momo?"

Momo stops and greets her back. "Mina."

Kirishima blinks while watching Iida enter. "Class Pres?"

"Kirishima." Iida greets.

Shoto scans the room and quickly spots the surprised looking ash blonde. " Bakugou."

Bakugou furrows and greets him back. "Icy-...Todoroki." He corrects before turning back away on the couch.

Everyone pauses, unsure if they heard him correctly, but they don't dwell on it for long as pretty soon a much more composed Inko is led back into the living space with Hisashi and Mitsuki at her side.

Inko quickly wipes at her face for any remaining tears before welcoming the children with the warmest smile she can possibly muster. "Y-you're Iz-Izuku friends. W-welcome, thank you for c-coming."

Momo kindly returns the gesture with a proper and well-respecting bow. "T-thank you for having us, ma'am."

Iida follows her lead, bowing his head in respect. "Pardon our intrusion but…we wished to express our…condolences."

Inko nods her head shakily as she's still recovering from her earlier breakdown, but she genuinely appreciates their words. "T-thank you. Coming here means a lot." As she examines the new trio her gaze soon falls on Shoto, and her eyes widen with recognition. "You're Rei's boy. Correct?"

Shoto's taken off guard for a moment but remains composed and gently responds. "Y-yes…"

Inko cups the right side of his face and smiles warmly. "You have her eye. And her hair." She giggles.

To which Shoto's not sure how to respond so he just nods quietly.

"Shoto." Hisashi finally speaks up, stepping forward to meet the teen. "I'm a bit surprised to see you here. I'm surprised your…father would allow you to come visit.'

"Well, he doesn't know I'm here."

Hisashi nods but doesn't say a word about it while Inko welcomes them all inside.

"Please have a seat." She insists before offering them drinks or food.

Mitsuki sighs and goes for the kitchen to help. "We're going to need more cups."

"And cookies." adds Mr. Baumann as he follows her to the kitchen.

The three new teens join their classmates with Momo joining the girls on the couch while Iida opts to grab one of the chairs from the dinner table.

As they take a seat, Kirishima speaks up and asks. "Didn't expect to see you three. Were you all hanging out?"

"No." answers Shoto. "I was already on my way here when we all ran into each other."

"Yes." Iida nods before clarifying a little more. "We all happened to come across each other at the train station in fact."

Shoto opts to stand but moves over towards where Bakugou's sitting so they could talk. "Bakugou."

"What do you want?"

"Did-...Are you okay?"

"I'm fine!" Bakugou shouts back, not meaning for it to sound so loud and angry but now he has everyone's attention.

Iida pushes up his glasses before addressing his classmate. "Well, I'm relieved to see that your ordeal didn't drastically change you."

"Yeah, yeah, I'm fine." Bakugou growls back sounding annoyed but still unable to meet any of their eyes.

Kirishima pats him on the back. "Hey, I am glad we were able to help you though… We got you back."

"Yeah…" Bakugou goes quiet as the others talk amongst themselves, he folds his arms in and sinks into the couch, uncomfortable and uneasy as the night's events plague his mind. The events, the knowledge, it all replays in his head. His mind also weighs on the fact that if one thing had gone wrong, had gone different, during their escape attempt that each of them would not be here. "You're all idiots." He breathes under his breath but unfortunately everybody heard and goes quiet. "You should have never come for us…for me."

Safe to say that everyone is caught off guard and even hurt by his statement. Leaving Kirishima to slap his shoulder and exclaim. "What are you talking about man? We had to come for you."

"No, you didn't." Bakugou growls, finally snapping around and letting his frustrations and regrets out. "You morons! Think about it. What if you got caught or worse?! What if the villains took you too, then what?! Did any of you think of that?!"

Ochaco flinches but fires back. "We d-did and they were never going to get us. We-we had it handled!"

"Really?! Ha! That's rich. Because from what I saw you guys were flying off the seat of your pants!"

"Well, it got you out of there didn't it?! We couldn't stand by and do nothing. Not after everything! We-we had to do something before you or Deku got hurt!"

"THAT'S NOT THE POINT! THE POINT IS THAT YOU COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED AND IT WOULD HAVE BEEN ON ME!"

Everyone's in whiplash right now as they're taken completely off guard. Inko looks to be ont he verge of crying again as does even Bakugou's own mother. Mr. Baumann looks on trying to look stoic but clearly alarmed as is Hisashi, as the teens all lose their breaths from the shock. All the while Bakugou hides his face behind his hands as even he is almost about to let the tear ducks flow.

"All of you." He chokes on a sob as he addresses each of them. "Kirishima. Iida. Yaoyorozu. Todoroki…Deku. You could have all died because…because I was useless…"

"Bakugou…" Ochaco blinks back her own tears and tries but fails to reach Bakugou.

"Deku…he…he was there. He was right there! We were-we were tied together. They had us! They had us right where they wanted us… I wanted to fight. I-I thought we could but then…"

"Bakugou…" Ochaco reaches out to him, but he turns away.

"And then they…he took him away. That villain he…he took Deku! And I couldn't do anything! They have Deku because-because I wasn't strong enough! All For One he handed Deku over to that monster!"

Simultaneously, Inko and Mitsuki rush to the young man's side. Holding him tight as his entire body begins to shake as he forcibly tries to hold back his own sobs and tears to of no avail.

However, Hisashi albeit concerned for the young kid, is more hooked onto what Bakugou was saying. As such he rushes over, trying to get the boy to look at him as he begs him for answers. "Bakugou?! Katsuki! Are you sure?! Did he take him?! Are you sure that's what happened?!"

Suddenly there's a pull on his shoulder and Hisashi is spun around and met with Shoto's alarmed yet suspicious gaze. "You do know something." It's not a question, it's a statement.

About now Bakugou's managed to compose himself a little and now everyone's more focused on this odd confrontation as Shoto stands up before Hisashi. "Mr. Midoriya, although I am sorry for all that's transpired. I must apologize and admit that…I had other reasons for coming here today."

Everyone pauses, watching curiously yet worriedly. Wondering what Todoroki could mean.

To which he explains. "Detective Tsukauchi showed up at my home today, he wanted to speak with…my father."

Hisashi composes himself, he becomes more tense and stands straighter, watching the kid suspiciously but he is listening. Shoto has his full attention.

"I wished to be delicate when bringing this up, but I think it's only right for you all to know so you understand." Shoto continues while his gaze drifts over his classmates. "But the police have issued a gag order on all heroes that were present during the end of the Kamino Ward attack and that might have witnessed…All Might's disappearance."

It feels like a flash freeze just hit the tiny apartment as every last soul is thrown into turmoil. All Might is gone? That's impossible. Utterly and totally impossible.

It's so bizarre that Iida can't just sit by and let Shoto spread such false rumors. "Todoroki! Please, watch what you say! It was reported that All Might is simply recovering, most likely at U.A. with Recovery Girl."

Ochaco heard that report too, but she unlike Iida she's not so sure she can just blindly trust the media on this…

And neither does Shoto. "That's just what the police want the general public to think. To keep them calm, but the truth is that the villain that appeared so suddenly…took All Might away." it pains even Shoto to admit it, he almost still doesn't like this is all some grand lie. And yet he knows it isn't. It's not. "And apparently they believe that the same villain has Midoriya." he continues causing everyone to gasp, but all Shoto cares about is Hisashi's own reaction. "And apparently you know-you know who this mystery villain is. Don't you?"

If it was a flash freeze before then now they are at death's doorstep as everyone's heart stop for the briefest of seconds. Each of them locked onto the scene unsure, confused, or too scared to know what to do or how to take the revelation.

Inko seems on the verge of shattering, standing back and shaking as a result of the accusations. "Hisashi…?"

Hisashi doesn't answer, instead he seems to be the only one holding it together but it's a facade. A facade to seem calm and thus a poker face even as sweat drips from his brow and his hands begin to tremble.

"None of it makes sense to me" Shoto rants on becoming more and more emotional with the more he reveals. "Why target Midoriya? Then again this isn't the first time it's happened. At the U.S.J. Tetrax came for his watch, the Omnitrix. Then SixSix went for the support item at Hosu. And then there are the events at Tokyo, then I-island… Now this. There's more going on here! Why would villains target a kid for his support item? What's with Midoriya's power? How can he transform and take on such crazy abilities? What does it all mean?!"

Ochaco looks between the two, her mind racing as she does know the answers to Shoto's questions. And honestly looking back it's kinda a miracle no one's dug into any more or has questioned it until now. And yet can she really just tell him? Maybe…? "Todoroki, what are you saying…?"

"The villain, the one the media calls All For One, he…he had multiple Quirks. He was able to use all sorts of powers…just like Midoriya."

He doesn't say it but the implication is clear. Did Midoriya receive his powers through All For One? And that thought…scares them.

"Mr. Midor-...Cinder you know more than you're letting on. I know you are. You know who the villain is. You know why they want the watch. You know the reason Midoriya can transform like he can! What's going on?! Who is this villain?! Why would he take All Might?! Why'd he steal our FRIEND!?"

A swirling silence of astonishment and dread cascades into the tiny apartment. As they all now mentally ask the same questions. With only those in the know hanging back with expressions of guilt and shame.

Inko is at a loss as she now desperately looks to her husband for answers as well. "Hisashi…?"

But he remains poker faced, holding his best to feign control and composure.

"Explain!" Shoto seethes when he doesn't get a response. "I want answers! I think we deserve them!"

"Todoroki!" Iida scolds, unable to stand by as an authority figure gets yelled at. "That is enough! I'm sure Mr. Midoriya has his reasons for remaining discreet. And I'm sure that he's already explained everything to the heroes and police! Isn't that correct, sir?!"

There's no answer as Hisashi lowers his head, hiding his eyes under the shadow casted by his disheveled hairline.

"S-sir?" Iida asks again, shakily. "You have told everything you know to the police, correct?"

Again there's no answer as he's unable to meet anybody's gaze.

It's now to the point that Inko begins to quiver with worry and fear. "Hisashi…?"

Mitsuki scowls, suspicious and upset that he's upsetting his own wife. While Mr. Baumann shakes his head in regret. And the teens are left waiting with bated breath for a response.

But after what feels like hours Hisashi's gaze stays locked to the ground as he speaks just barely over a whisper. "Even if I told them…there wouldn't be a thing they or any hero could do about it."

Cold realization washes over Bakugou as the combination of what he knows and Todoroki's inquiries finally piece together. "YOU KNEW!?" He roars, nearly blasting out of seat with a burning Explosion. "That's where you've been?! All this time?! You weren't even on the FUCKING PLANET!?"

Concerned and startled by his outburst Mitsuki snaps back at Katsuki in confusion. "Katsuki! What are you talking about?!"

Now all eyes are on him as he stands there seething and trying to think of the best way to explain. "Before they took Deku. Shigaraki started talking…"

"T-talking about what?" Kirishima's almost too afraid to ask.

"Shigaraki…he-he told me things. Talked about crazy-insane things that I'd never believe. But then…but then he showed me. He showed me the truth about what's really going on!" He glares up, locking eyes with Shoto's mismatched eyes. "You want answers, Todoroki? I got em, courtesy of the wackjobs that kidnapped us!" he glares over at Hisashi who's finally broken his poker face to reveal an expression of fear and panic. "They told me exactly why they came after Deku. It's because they made a deal with that villain to-"

"Bring him the Omnitrix." Hisashi finishes for him, sounding defeated and shattered.

Lightning strikes as reality hits them. Hisashi does know the villain. He does know what they took Deku and All Might. And he's seemingly not doing a thing about it.

"This is on you! It's because of you that Deku was ABDUCTED!"

Despite being screamed at and interrogated, Hisashi can't bring himself to argue or deny them the little answer he can give. "It's much more complicated than that."

"How so?!"

"You wouldn't understand…"

"Understand what?! That you're a lousy father?! That you do nothing but lie! That you'd abandoned your family just to play space cowboy?! This is all on you! You abandoned Deku! You're abandoning him again!"

"I AM NOT ABANDONING HIM!" Hisashi finally snaps, losing all composure he's oh so desperately trying to hold onto as it feels like he's losing the tiniest amount of control he had left. "You don't get it! There's nothing we can do!"

They can hear his heartache, that his soul has just shattered but has been shattered and that the earlier stoic expressions were nothing more than his attempt to mask the pain. To hide it from them to prevent them from feeling it too.

"Do you really think I want to sit here and have a pity party while my son, MY SON, is facing that monster alone?! You don't think I understand what's at stake here?! You listen to me, out of everyone in this room, hell, on this planet, I'm the only one that knows exactly the danger we're all in!" He nearly collapses, stumbling and having to use the end of the couch to stand up right as tears stream down his face. "And the worst part is…there's nothing any of us can do…"

Inko is nearly in tears herself, the only reason she hasn't started sobbing herself is because of how worried she is for Hisashi. And yet, she can't make sense of it, what is he saying? "H-Hisashi you're scaring me. Wh-what are you saying? What's-what's the truth?"

"The truth?" With tears clouding his vision he looks to each of them, conflicted and desperate, wanting answers himself and yet unsure if he should answer theirs. "The truth is…no one's going to rescue him. No one's coming to save our boy."

Momo steps back, fearful and worried. "But All Might-"

"Is powerless…" And Hisashi feels the same about himself as he slips his iconic Plumber Badge from his pocket. He stares at the red dot one that is often filled with him pride and purpose, but he feels none of that now. All he feels is betrayal and regret. "I spent years in service for a greater cause, I gave everything to the system. My whole being. My purpose. My life. And when I ask them for help THEY SAY IT'S NOT WORTH IT!" He grips at his hair as he screams, pulling at it as fast further into despair. "They said my service was not important enough to be repaid! They said Izuku wasn't worth the risk! They said it was all for the greater good! And that I should just…-" He freezes, relieving the pain as he hears the Magistratus' words. "-...move on and do nothing about it."

"B-but you gave them over a decade of service!" Inko cries in utter disbelief. "They're the reason you couldn't be home with us! I-I can't believe the Self-Defense Force s-said that!"

"No, they didn't…" Hisashi stays quietly while turning away feeling guilty.

None of this makes sense to Inko, she doesn't know what to say or how to take it and so she breaks down feeling scared and confused.

"You're right about me, Katsuki." Hisashi admits feeling defeated and lost. "I am a liar. That's all I am… I lied about who I really worked for. I lied about where I was going. I lied to my son! My wife! My friends and neighbors…! Even now, I'm still lying… lying to myself that there's still hope." And with that his legs give out as both his mind, body, and soul have been utterly crushed by the wait of guilt, regret, and sorrow. As it all just weighs him down and brings him to his knees. "I lost my only child…and there's no hope in saving him."

Devastation. That's all anyone feels. Shoto stumbles back and actually regrets ever asking. Even Bakugou collapses into his seat as he stares off into space with a far off look with Kirishima collapsing down beside him. Ochaco begins to tear up as well as Mina as they both let the true reality of Hisashi's words sink in. The Plumbers have turned their back on Deku without a care. And if the Plumbers can't do a thing then…they really have lost all hope of saving Deku.

"Perhaps there is still hope."

Everyone stars, turning to Mr. Baumann who's been quietly listening in the corner. The older gentleman has a considering look on his face as if he's come to another conclusion.

But Hisashi doesn't see it, shaking his head in denial. "Mr. Baumann I-"

"Stop overthinking it, Hisashi." Mr. Baumann states rather exasperated. "You know, you weren't always like this. I remember the punk kid that would run head first into danger if it meant saving a friend. You didn't care about the rules or the regulations or what any authority figure told you. You did it, because it was the right thing to do! And right now you know exactly what the right thing to do is."

"But-...do you realize what you're telling me?"

"I do. And these kids-...sorry, these young heroes, are more than capable to deal with it."

Realizing what he's suggesting, Ochaco steps up, ready to cling onto any hope she can. "We are capable. We can accept the truth." She looks to Mina and smiles before adding in. "We already have."

Her antennas twitch as Mina picks up on the slightest hints of hope and nods in understanding.

But Bakugou isn't happy, he's been watching the four and it finally sets in what Uraraka is implying. "You knew?! This whole time?!"

"Yes. Deku told me…" Ochaco answers, showing no hesitation as she assumes that Bakugou must know already too. "Mr. Midoriya, you said there's nothing we can do. That anyone can do. Because they ordered it so. But-but I'm not ready to give up, none of us are. And neither are you. I know it. And Deku wouldn't give up either. There's always something we can do. And-and I know we already broke the rules once but-but that's because we had to! And we're willing to do it again!"

"Uraraka, please!" Iida insists already knowing where she's going with this and assuming the worst. "We have already risked enough as it is! We've disobeyed the heroes, the police, and our teachers and now you wish for us to do it again?!"

"This is more than that!" Ochaco exclaims with a cry. "This isn't just about saving our friend! But to save everyone! It's about saving everyone from VILGAX!"

Those unfamiliar with the name blink in confusion.

"V-Vilgax…?" asks Momo.

"That's the villain." Ochaco answers while turning to Todoroki. "The villain, the one that took All Might and has Deku…his name is Vilgax."

Shoto's eyes widen in shock as if he's seeing Ochaco for the first time. "Who is Vilgax?"

Before she can answer, however, she is cut off by Hisashi who wants to make sure she's truly willing to bring them into their world. "Uraraka. Do you realize what you're doing? What you're dragging them all into?" He just hopes she understands the consequences that might come with it. "Are you sure you want that? Or that after they know the truth that they'll regret having you tell them?" he shakes his head in warning, not because he doesn't want to tell them, but because he fears what that knowledge might do. "Not everyone's cut out for this life. If you tell them then whatever happens becomes your responsibility. Do you understand that?"

She considers his words of warning, but she doesn't take long to make her decision. "I do."

Kirishima can't take it; they're talking all cryptic and it's too confusing. "Can someone just finally tell us what's going on?!"

"We can…will explain everything." Hisashi answers before turning to his wife, the wife he owes so many answers to. "It's time I finally told you the truth. But not here."

"And why not here?" Mitsuki glowers, already finding this all suspicious.

"Because you wouldn't believe us without proof." Hisashi answers.

But Bakugou isn't going anywhere, not without being told first. "And where are we going?"

"All the answers you need are at U.A. We need to talk to Principal…Magister Nezu."

Iida frowns. "Magister…?"

"Nezu…?" questions an equally stumped Shoto.

"We need him to help…explain. And not just him." Hisashi turns his gaze to Mr. Baumann.

To which the older gentlemen understands. "I need to make a few phone calls."

"And so do we." Ochaco adds as she and Mina dig out their phones.

With no clue what's going on Momo seeks answers from her friends as they go along and text numbers she doesn't recognize. "Ochaco. Mina. Wh-what's going on? I'm so confused. W-why are we going to U.A.?"

"We'll explain everything I promise." Ochaco replies, praying that they'll understand. "Just-just trust us, o-okay?"

"I trust you." Bakugou answers with a bit of hesitation but he does truly mean it. "You may be a liar too but…you did save my ass. So, I'll hear ya out. It's the least I can do."

Shoto thinks on it for a moment but considering how long he's had these questions about Midoriya he's willing to hear them out. "I want answers. But if it'll also help save my friend, then I'm coming."

Momo frowns while cupping her chin in consideration. "I'm still not sure what's going on but I won't lie and say I don't want answers."

Iida let's out a heavy sigh. "I'm coming too. But only so I can witness Principal Nezu talk some sense into all of you."

Kirishima nods along with all their statements before simply shrugging. "Well if you're all going then I might as well too."

"Thanks guys, just be patient." Ochaco turns to address Bakugou and Shoto directly as she makes a promise to them both. "Everything will make sense soon."

Meanwhile, Hisashi pulls Inko aside so they can talk. "I don't deserve your trust but if you may just grant me one chance to explain… And I'll do whatever I can to make it up to you. But if you can't forgive me…then I understand." He's hurt just from saying it but he'll respect her wishes no matter what.

Inko is clearly still hurting but she's not so unfair as to toss aside his own feelings. As such she is willing to come along. "Let's…let's not assume anything for now. But just now…that it better be one good explanation."

"For all our sakes, I hope it is…"

---

Detective Tsukauchi is tired, he hasn't slept since before their failed raid on Kamino Ward and at this point he's lost track of how much coffee he's digested. But he carries on with his duties: communicating with his officers, supervising several investigations, and issuing gag orders. After everything he can certainly use a shower, a shave, and a cozy bed but he's made up his mind that he'll rest once he knows All Might is back.

Until then he has to see his job through till then. And right now that involves reporting to one of the pillars of their society, U.A.

"As previously stated we managed to capture a great deal of Nomu however extraction of any information from them has brought up virtually nothing. As for their masters, the League of Villains are still unaccounted for with their whereabouts unknown."

He turns his head up from his notes and meets the gazes of all the teachers and heroes that Principal Nezu had summoned to the conference room. Eraserhead looks tired and sullen, more so then usual. Midnight seems cold and wary but listening intently. Even Present Mic doesn't have his usual air of jovialness about him, instead sitting there quietly with his arms folded. Same as the other teachers like Snip, Cementoss, Vlad King, Recovery Girl, Power Loader, Ectoplasm, etc. Then of course there's Principal Nezu himself who brought along the Rescue instructor Thirteen too.

After giving his report each of the heroes pause in contemplation as they digest everything.

Midnight cups her chin in thought before speaking up and asking. "And what of the villain, All For One, where is he being held?"

Tsukauchi shrugs in exasperation while shaking his head in annoyance. "Unfortunately, we received word from the Hero Public Safety Commission that his prison location is to remain disclosed and redacted from all records to ensure proper security."

Cementoss nods in understanding of the situation. "Makes sense, I can see why they would believe this is a concrete plan to ensure the villain's incarceration."

That might be true but Snipe sees it a bit differently. "Makes sense but then again…I can't shake the feeling that this is all too fishy. Something just ain't right here."

"It feels like there are ulterior motives." adds in Vlad King. "The Commission didn't even know about All Might's condition until it was revealed to the entire world. So why bother trying to cover it up now?"

Tsukauchi reiterates. "The gag order came directly from the Commission. As stated before it's to help prevent any panic or fear that might spread."

"To prevent?" present Mic scoffs. "Too late for that buddy, it's not gonna take the public long to realize what happened. Even with a gag in place, word is gonna get out, one way or another. And when it does, well, it's gonna be a disaster."

Shota Aizawa slouches in his chair, his locks hanging over his head as he airs his own thoughts. "For once I agree with Mic. If you ask me this sounds like the Commission knows something that we don't and are acting on that knowledge."

Snipe folds his arms over as he takes in Aizawa's implications. "Are you saying they're in cahoots with that villain that kidnapped All Might?"

Honestly not even Aizawa's that sure of his own suspicions. "Maybe. Or maybe they are aware of how dangerous this unknown villain is."

"Then perhaps we should hold our own investigation." offers Ectoplasm. "Find out who this villain is and what kind of information the Commission has on them."

Midnight frowns, unsure of what to do. "Hmm, I don't know. What do you think about all this, Nezu?"

They all wait for the little dog bear mouse to give them words of encouragement and advice with his usual chipperness and sincerity.

But it never comes, alarming the teachers as they all slowly rotate around back towards the end of the conference table where Principal Nezu sits alone and with a far off look to his little rodent face. He doesn't even acknowledge them almost like he's in a trace and is unable to hear them as he stares down at the long stretch of table with no interest.

"P-principal Nezu…?" Recovery Girl repeats to no avail as the little chimera continues to stare off into space.

Everyone grows concerned but none more so than Thirteen who walked the dear-old Principal in here. The Principal hadn't said anything since the Hero Commission paid him a visit. And that isn't even considering the disastrous meeting he had with the Plumbers. Thirteen is especially worried about that considering they haven't forgotten it either. Orders to stand down and comply weigh on them like chains. But even so they have to keep going for Midoriya's sake at least. "Um, sir?" Thirteen taps him on the shoulder.

"Hm yes?" Principal Nezu finally snaps up to attention, a bit slow like he had just woken up from a nightmare.

The other teachers frown with worry as Midnight asks if he's feeling okay. "Sir, are you okay?"

"What? Oh, yes-yes. Please continue detective." Principal Nezu puts on a smile but it is clearly forced.

They can all tell and based on how they all look to each other they can only assume that they all see it too. But they each chalk it up to stress and fatigue, and so Tsukauchi continues on with his report.

"There is some good news. Thanks to the actions of All Might and your students. We were able to successfully recover Katsuki Bakugou from the villains' clutches."

Recovery Girl gives a huff, crossing her arms in annoyance as she does. "Oooh, those kids. Thank goodness they weren't hurt but they were stupid for going! Eraserhead I hope you intend on disciplining them!"

"Don't worry, Recovery Girl." Aizawa frowns as he thinks about his students' rash actions. "I'll make sure they understand the severity of what they did."

Even for Midnight a punishment at Eraserhead's hands sounds too far. "Don't be too hard on them. They only did what they thought was right. And we couldn't have rescued Bakugou without them anyway."

Power Loader has to agree as he adds in to her thoughts. "It's thanks to them that we achieved a small semblance of a victory then."

"Did we though…?" Thirteen asks as their gaze falls.

"We might as well call it a defeat." asserts Snipe; not even trying to sugar coat it. "We got Bakugou back. All For One is gone. But we still have one student missing along with All Might. And some powerful villain shows up out of nowhere and claims to have them both. Somehow it feels like we're way over our heads here."

Vlad King scowls, irritated with the fact that this villain is seemingly mysterious. "Surely we must have something on this…mystery villain?"

Tsukauchi sighs, tired of repeating a line from earlier in his report. "Unfortunately, we don't. Me and many other officers have been on the case, but not one of our leads have brought up anything. It's almost as if this villain never existed until that very night."

Thirteen watches on in concern unsure of what to say, after all as far as Earth itself is concerned Vilgax actually didn't exist in the public concussion until that night. But they can't just reveal that… They can't.

As Thirteen sits there quietly their cellphone buzzes. They check only to spot a text message from one of their Plumber recruits asking them to meet them at the front gate. Unsure of what it is but figuring it had to be important if they'd be willing to come here now, Thirteen gets up and gently announces to the room that they're leaving. "My apologies, please continue without me. But I need to take this."

They hurry out, calling the number back so they can discuss.

"There are too many unknowns." comments Cementoss, continuing on as Thirteen commanded. "Where are our missing? Who is this villain? What's their connection to All For One?"

"Why take All Might?" adds Ectoplasm.

Aizawa responds with a curt growl. "Why not? I mean, why bother taking a student for that matter? It's one thing to make U.A. seem incompetent but now…it seems like Midoriya was targeted for a reason. Otherwise why go through all this effort The League attempting to convert Midoriya was one thing but now what could this new player possibly want with the kid?"

Snipe shrugs, throwing out the first idea in his head. "Perhaps All For One wanted his Quirk."

Midnight frowns at this. "Then why didn't All For One attempt to go after All Might's Quirk too?"

"None of this makes sense." Vlad King echoes. "With All For One imprisoned, what use would this new villain have for All Might and his power?"

"It can't be for anything good." comments Recovery Girl with a sadden tone. "As you all know, All Might's power has been diminishing. And I'm afraid what's left at this point is nothing but dying embers."

"Not to mention the villain's weaponry." Power Loader interjects while flipping through the various reports and witness statements. "I can't even fathom a guess where this kind of machinery came from. I don't think I-island has anything like what was described."

Present Mic shakes his head at all of this as an unsettling feeling in his stomach takes hold. "I don't like this. I don't like this at all."

And neither does Aizawa, he out of most here feels the most frustrated. Afterall it was his students that were taken. They are his responsibility but because of forces out of his control the chances of them getting Midoriya back are slipping away with every question that appears/ "There's so much we don't know."

Nezu sits and allows the turmoil to unfold all around him. Unphazing and seemingly stoned faced with little to no expression as his trusted and precious staff hound each other with more and more questions, Questions he has as well and questions he can so easily answer. And yet he remains silent, and passive. Why? Because for the first time in his long career, Nezu has no idea what to do next…

"Excuse me everyone."

The teacher and the detective all stop mid-discussion to find Thirteen poking their head in from the doorway looking mighty nervous and concerned.

"Apologies for interrupting our discussion but…we have some visitors who, um, are really persistent. And they want to speak with all of us." Thirteen explains, while keeping said guests out of view.

"Absolutely not!" Aizawa snaps, already frustrated with the current situation. "We are prohibiting all visitors until further notice! We don't have time to deal with the press until we have answers!"

"That's the thing, this isn't the press, it's…well." Figuring there's no point in hiding anything at his point, Thirteen slowly opens the door to reveal the guests to the rest of the staff.

And in walks a group of nervous and uneasy teens are led in by Ochaco. She walks in with purpose or at least tries to but under all her teachers' stares she buckles. Walking in behind her are her classmates: Mina, Shoto, Bakugou, Kirishima, Iida, and Momo. They are then followed in by a trio of adults that every teacher has mixed reactions on. Most of the teachers have pits of guilt and shame as Midoriya's disheveled parents walk, with Hisashi looking particularly perturbed, while Bakugou's mother remains glued to Inko's side to give her friend some much-needed support.

There is no Mr. Baumann present with them as he peeled away from the group shortly before they arrived at U.A.'s front gate.

In any case, the teachers all stare on, surprised to find their students here and now. With the Detective eyeing Hisashi particularly, remembering Endeavor's insight into the man's potential knowledge.

Midnight leans back, frowning as she folds her arms and takes in this odd group of characters. "Well, this is unexpected."

Snipe tips his hat down in disbelief. "Why isn't it the guilty party themselves. Now that's mighty coincidental."

"It's not a coincidence." Aizawa rises, getting up to meet the group at the doorway. "I was hoping to scold you all as a class, but this will have to do." He hisses, his eyes flashing red with Erasure causing the teens to shrink and cower. "Do you have any idea what kind of trouble you put yourselves in?! What you did was rash, stupid, and irresponsible! "I expected this kind of action from most of you but Iida and Yaoyorozu…?! I can't say I've ever been more disappointed."

Iida is personally wounded by the statement to which he begins stuttering in defense before giving up. "M-my ap-pologies s-sir. I-I-I…."

After witnessing Iida's defeated response, Bakugou glares back at the teacher in his Class Rep's defense but a hand from Shoto pulls him back.

Even Momo hangs her head in shame with only Kirishima and Mina propping hands on her shoulders to give her some comfort.

Feeling sorry for them, considering all they've been through, Midnight tries to smooth it over and justify her colleague's response. "You have to understand, you all have broken our trust. It was one thing to defend yourselves at the camp, but another to go out of your way to put yourself into the line of fire on purpose."

The kids do actually feel shame for that, not even they can argue against how stupid their decision was.

Their expressions of shame must be enough for Aizawa, however, as he takes a breath before calmly explaining why he thinks what they did was wrong. "I understand why you did it. Why you all went. That you have the urge to help. That you wanted to help your friends. But…we live in a society. A society with laws and regulations. Laws that are in place for this sort of action and it can have real consequences! I thought you all would have learned that during Hosu."

The teen shrinks back further in shame while Inko looks on guiltily and Mitsuki looks just as murderous as her own son does.

Hisashi chokes, he wants to step up in the teens' defense but his confidence buckles and stumbles. His feet become heavy as lead and he's unable to move as he throat feels like it's closing in on itself, making him unable to speak.

However, a hero ironically arrives to save the teens from their heroic teachers. Speaking with confidence and wisdom gained over many years. "Don't be giving the youngins too hard of a time. Afterall, they might be our only way out of this mess."

Another group part to allow an elderly man through, the old man hobbles forward with his cane as his little yellow cape drags behind him on the floor.

Ochaco beams, finally a ray of hope. "Gran Torino!"

He looks beaten and bruised, with bandages around his arms and forehead. But he's moving around just fine after a trip from Recovery Girl and a goodnight's rest.

He seems to be the only one there not despairing over their loss, but instead he hobbles in with confidence and a calm that they desperately need.

That said, Recovery Girl is still quite upset to see him up and about. "You are supposed to be at the hospital resting! What do you think you're doing here?!"

"I am here…because this one called me here." he swings his cane, pointing it right at Ochaco with the end stopping just inches from her chin. "And she has one hell of an idea." He puts his cane back down, holding it out in front like a wiseman that is about to deliver a powerful sermon. "One that can save Toshinori and Midoriya."

Everyone let's out a collective gasp from the teens, to the parents, and to the teachers. With the only ones not reacting being Bakugou, Hisashi, Mina, and Ochaco herself. Although Principal Nezu has yet to react as he continues to stare off into space like he hasn't even noticed all of their entrances.

Sensing this, and after having everyone's attention, Hisashi finally summons his will to move, stepping forward to address the chimera directly. He barely makes it as Tsukauchi instinctually stops him with his arm.

The father stares at the arm pressed to his chest before peering up and locking eyes with the confused and trepidated detective. They stare for an intense few seconds as Tsukauchi silently asking whether this man should be trusted.

But after a moment of searching for any suspicions or ill-will Tsukauchi releases him allowing the suspect to approach the Principal.

Hisashi leans down, speaking gently so as to not startle the poor chimera. "Principal…" He pauses and corrects himself mid-sentence. "Magister Nezu."

Most of the occupants stare on in confusion, unsure of what the man called their Principal. However, it seems to do the trick as Principal Nezu finally peers up, blinking in recognition. "Midoriya…? I thought I told you to go home…?" He scans the room, finally noticing that they have more visitors than just Hisashi. "What's going on…?"

"Magister…" Hisashi begins before looking back at the group as a whole before pressing on. "We-we need to talk. All of us…with them." he gestures to the group as he hangs his head for a moment, coming to solace with what he's about to recommend. "We can't do this on our own."

"We have our orders, Midoriya…" Principal Nezu echoes, sounding like a robot who's following his basic programming.

The teachers reel in shock, bewildered that the two know each other but the implications that Nezu is receiving possible orders is jarring.

Tsukauchi snaps, alarmed by the possible implications. "Midoriya! What is going on here?!"

That is honestly the same question everyone wants an answer to. One they've been begging to know since they left the Midoriya's abode.

To which all Hisashi answers is with a short statement. "That's what I'm trying to explain." His gaze drifts to his wife who shivers and shakes with nerves and fear. He closes his eyes, takes a breath and turns back towards his Magister. "Sir, I know what the Magistratus' orders are, sir. But I believe them to be ill-advised."

Nezu says nothing, instead his gaze and his spirit falls once again.

"It's wrong!"

Nezu snaps up, startled by Ochaco's sudden outburst.

"Uraraka!" Midnight scolds her for yelling but the young girl has none of it.

"He has our friend!" She exclaims with no regard for subtly. "Our classmate! Our teacher, too! I-I know what we did was wrong! I know we weren't supposed to get involved but we did-we are involved! And it's too late to take it back! We want to save them!"

Everyone stares in shock and a bit of admiration. Bakugou especially looks ready to fight as Iida, Shoto, and the others think about how far they've come already and how it's too late to turn back. Even Thirteen picks up on her intentions before sharing a look with a knowing Hisashi to confirm their suspicions.

"We want to save them." Ochaco repeats, pleadingly. "We have too. No matter what."

Nezu is especially taken back by her words. Not that he should be surprised, but still after everything's he has to consider he's still unsure… For assurance he looks to his trusted staff and friends for guidance only to find none as none of them are truly aware of their situation. And so he looks to the youth and despite their lack of knowledge or understanding they do have the convictions to see this through. They don't regret involving themselves but rather regret upsetting those around them. They wish to help. They will complete the mission, no matter what it takes…

Still unsure but seriously considering their options, Nezu looks to the students for answers. "Ms. Uraraka, are you sure? Are you absolutely sure this is what you desire? And if so, then are you prepared…? Are you prepared for what happens next? And the consequences that may follow? Once we pull back the veil there will be no turning back…for any of us."

"…I'm sure."

A gong rings, signaling the change of fates which they all unknowingly feel. The teachers are especially bewildered as they look between their boss and their student, now finally realizing that the two are more acquainted with each other then any of them would have first assumed.

"You said that they betrayed our trust." Thirteen hums, turning to their colleagues with sympathy and with thoughtful understanding. "And they have. They betrayed ours. However, are we not guilty of doing the same?"

The question gives them, especially Aizawa, pause.

Gran Torino sees exactly where Thirteen is going with this and thus adds in his own criticisms. "We asked them to trust us, to keep them safe and we didn't." He patiently explains. "Trust is a two way street. We should abide by it…" He shares a look with the young Plumber Agent.

To which, Thirteen turns and locks their gaze with their Magister as they tell him what he needs to hear. "And so should we."

With a bow and a slight smile, Nezu accepts the inevitable while promising himself to instill proper guidance for them all to ensure no poor outcomes. "…Very well." He slides out of his chair and hops down, before strolling away and moving on with his returned steadfast calmness and guiding atmosphere. "Everyone would you be so kind as to follow me?"

But none follow as Aizawa questions what's happening. "Nezu…what's going on?"

"The world is changing my friends." Nezu states with a bittersweet smile. "Everything we know is about to change."

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With that ominous statement the teachers, students, and parents are all left with lots of questions. However, none are answered as Principal Nezu just strolls away with Hisashi, Ochaco, Mina, Thirteen, and Gran Torino acting as his loyal entourage. So, driven by concern and the need for answers the off crowd of heroes and innocents follow the group out of U.A.'s main building and out towards the rear gate that leads right into the local woods. There's an increasing tension as they walk and with every passing second that there's no explanation.

As they enter the woods, Momo tugs on Ochaco's arms, hoping for answers. "Ochaco…where are we heading? What exactly were you and the Principal talking about?"

"I too have questions." Iida hushes, clearly disturbed by all the ominous talk and speeches. "Please! You've refused to answer us since we left the apartment."

Shoto scowls in annoyance. "It's pretty conceited of you to assume we'll go along with this without you providing us with any context."

She knows that they've been remarkably patient with her; they deserve answers. "Just…trust me on this, guys. There's…a lot going on here then what you realize and…it's going to be a lot to process."

Bakugou frowns, suspicious yet growing in nervous anticipation, giving him a mix of excitement yet trepidation.

The same feeling Ochaco is having as her heart races more and more with every step that gets them closer to their destination. "Honestly, this might be a bad idea and you might hate me after it's said and done. But…" Her gaze falls as she begins to feel guilty for what she's about to do…

Sensing, without Emote, how much turmoil she's going through internally, Mina grips Ochaco's hand in her own. Giving it a squeeze in comfort. "Please guys give her-...us a chance. Just one and then, you'll understand." Mina asks, feeling just as scared and nervous, because if they go through this…they'll have to find out about her secret as well.

Kirishima might not understand the gravity of the situation, but he does quickly pickup on how uneasy and scared the girls seem. And so like the gentlemen he is, he gently grips Mina's free hand and gives it a firm grip, letting her know he's here for her. "I really don't get what's happening, but I know you guys. You wouldn't hurt us. So the reason you can't say anything right now has to be important."

Bakugou sits on Kirishima's comments before coming to the conclusion that the rockhead is right. "So, do I. You're not the type to lead us on unless it's for a good reason."

"Guys…" Ochaco couldn't be more grateful for their patience.

Meanwhile, the adults are having their own discussion with Mitsuki growling at Hisashi from behind. "Hisashi, what are you planning?"

Inko holds onto Mitsuki's arm tighter out of nerves. "Hisashi…I'm scared."

He stops in his tracks and rotates around to address them. He places his hands gently to his wife's arms with a remorseful caress. "I…I know. I know you're scared but…please hold out a little longer. I don't deserve it but please j-just hold out. And everything-everything will make perfect sense."

That seems to be enough for Inko as she doesn't press it but it still clearly bothers her.

Overhearing the conversation Tsukauchi grows suspicious and wary.

"Tsukauchi."

The Detective peers down to find Gran Torino hobbling by his side. The older hero and trusted ally speaks sternly and with full seriousness as he addresses the officer. "Your investigation into All Might and Midoriya's disappearance is about to end."

Tsukauchi gasps, nearly making everyone jump as he does.

"However!" Gran Torino warns. "I highly recommend against reporting this to your superiors."

Tsukauchi blinks, stunned by the…command? "What?"

"Tsukauchi, what you are about to see may disturb you. It may shake you to your very core and make you question everything you know. However, you cannot allow that to happen. You understand me?"

He knows the veteran is fully serious, his Truth Detector Quirk is making that blaringly clear, and yet what kind of secret could that be to warrant such confidentiality?

He is not the only one as Snipe airs his own concerns. "Principal N-Nezu? Sir? …Where are we going? Why are we leaving U.A.?"

Principal Nezu doesn't stop, however, instead he continues along the well trodden path through the ever-darkening woods. "I'm afraid none of the answers will or can be properly explained within the walls of our dear school." He peers up and back at the group, looking past them and back at his castle known as U.A. High. "I treasure this place dearly and all it represents. The honesty. The heroism. The pride. And justice. The public and all of you see U.A. as one of our pillars of hero society. A place for our best and brightest to learn and grow in a safe environment. However, for others this pillar means so much more than just producing the next batch of heroes."

"And was is that?"

"A chance." Principal Nezu responds just as they find exactly what they set out for.

Down the hiking path stands a shamble of an outhouse. With its rotting boards and creaking panels, its frame leans to one side and flies buzz about near the tin roof. It looks like it's one breeze away from toppling over and honestly kinda looks like the set up of a bad slasher film.

Bakugou's face scrunches up in disgust at the sight and half-jokes half-insults the structure. "A chance to take a shit?"

Oddly enough a bit of laughter echoes through the odd crowd, somehow Bakugou's comment breaks the tension for a short second.

Even Principal Nezu and Gran Torino chuckles but move on and quickly shepherd everyone inside.

Almost every person eyes the abandoned looking outhouse warily, only going in after Ochaco steps in looking oddly comfortable and familiar with the disgusting facility.

They slowly fill in, very much surprised to find that the inside is a loooot bigger than it appears from the outside.

through the threshold

Looking around, Bakugou's face scrunches up in disgust as he stupidly peers into the open toilet that has some strange moss and green ooze leaking from its side. "This some kind of joke?"

Present Mic shutters at the sight of a crawling cockroach before responding. "If it is, it's not a very good one."

But Gran Torino shushes them. "Quiet the both of you. For now just stand back and listen."

As they step inside, Aizawa enters alongside his junior Thirteen who he's been carefully analyzing since they left the conference room. It seems that Thirteen, the usually kind and thoughtful junior to the entire U.A. staff seems to be aware of everything Nezu, Cinder, and Uraraka were talking about. And the fact that he missed some potential connections doesn't sit with him well especially when it concerns his students as well. "Thirteen, how much are you not telling us? How exactly does this relate to anything?"

"It relates to everything…" Thirteen ominously answers as they shut the door, locking everyone inside.

It's surprisingly not a tight fit as everyone stands shoulder to shoulder with everyone looking around in confusion at the odd outhouse and wondering if maybe this is some elaborate joke or something.

But seems almost at ease now, like the stress of it all has started to wash away because he's accepted the truth. That this has to be done. And so with a guiding smile he peers up at one of his students for assistance. "Mr. Kirishima."

Kirishima starts, nearly jumping as he's addressed directly by their principal. "Y-yeah? What's up, Principal?"

"Would you be so kind as to pull that string please?"

"This one?" He grabs the pulley that flushes the moss ridden toilet.

"Yes, that's the one."

"O-okay?" He pulls it and everyone holds their breath, expecting something to happen.

When nothing happens they all relax but jump as the toilet makes a gross flushing sound and then the floor shifts out of place, causing nearly all of them to stumble. With Inko nearly taking a tumble before Hisashi swiftly catches her.

Before anyone has time to question if that was an earthquake the floor begins to lower slowly, taking them down with it and leaving the outhouse rousing above their heads and exposing a clean dark metallic tunnel as they descend.

Gran Torino smirks at their reactions, muttering to himself that it never gets old.

The teachers stare on at shock-and-awe as they descend as daylight shrinks and shrinks, becoming a tiny dot over their heads. Inko, Mitsuki, and even Tsukauchi are in awe but not as fearful, assuming that this must be a part of U.A. that the public must not know about. But then there are the students who look between the adult figures to each other, looking for answers.

"Uraraka…" Bakugou grips the girl's arm, more out of fear than anger, as he begins to shake with anticipation.

Ochaco, calmly, places her hand over his in an attempt to calm him down. "Hang in there. It'll all make sense soon."

[The elevator reaches its end, coming to a full stop before a set of thick automated doors. With baited breathes they all brace themselves as the doors begin to slide away revealing the entire underground facility that's been hidden away, underneath their very noses. What greets them is a large room illuminated by green neon lights giving the place a quiet glow to it. With everything from the architecture to the furniture and appliances appearing to be part of some highly advanced technology to the point it's nearly unrecognizable. Rows of metallic desks line this high-tech lobby of sorts, with the centerpiece being a mountain of holographic monitors and screens. Above them on the ceiling corners are large metallic frames, they are big and bulky, but it's unclear whether they are there for support, aesthetics, or perhaps in security. All the while massive curving pillars pitch upwards in rows, keeping the entire facility up and from caving-in.

The astonished arrivals slowly wander inside, unable to look away from the strange hidden base.

Ectoplasm takes it all in with a mixture of wonderment and bafflement. "I never knew this facility was here…"

"Are we…under U.A.?" asks Midnight as she stares up towards the high ceiling.

"We are." confirms Cementoss. "Far down, if I were to guess at least 15 stories deep."

Meanwhile, Power Loader approaches one of the metallic desks and hovers his hand over its top, unintentionally activating the strange machine as it powers on and holographic displays with symbols unbeknownst to him or anyone else pop into view. "This…layout. This architecture. This…tech. It's like nothing I've ever seen."

Vlad King is stunned, Power Loader has worked with the best technicians and engineers out there, even those of I-island fame. "How is that possible?"

Recovery Girl would like to know too. "Principal Nezu, I believe it's finally time for some answers. What exactly is this place?"

"It's home." Someone just out of view answers.

Everyone is instantly on their guard as Mr. Baumann strolls out of the nearby passage and into the lobby.

"Who are you?!" Aizawa shouts, getting into a defensive stance alongside his fellow heroes and Tsukauchi.

"Relax, you kids are all too quick to act." Gran Torino scolds as he hobbles forward to meet the store owner.

Tsukauchi frowns. "Gran Torino, you know this man?"

"Of course, he does." Mr. Baumann retorts. "Don't you know that all old people know each other. Speaking of which, hi there Chiyo. How's tricks?"

Recovery Girl nods back, both pleasantly surprised and having no clue what's going on. "Confused and not quite sure how a local market owner is doing here."

"I came here for the Midoriyas. I'm their neighbor you see, and after hearing about how I can help well I had to run ahead to gather them all up."

Aizawa's eyes narrow suspiciously. "Gather who?"

Mr. Baumann smirks, pushing up his glasses in response. "Well, all of them."

On his cue, an entire crowd of people emerge from the backrooms and nearby passageways.

Bakugou nearly jumps at the sight of them, his palms at the ready as he keeps a close eye on all of them.

All of the cloaked individuals approach and watch the heroes warily and with trepidation even. They all appear to be human in nature, most wearing thick clothes that cover nearly all their features. There are families present such as the mother and daughter pair that are both in matching raincoats. Another individual is lugging around such a huge backpack that it's nearly dragging on the ground while his massive bodybuilder of a buddy stands nearby. A family of flannel wearing lumberjack like folks stand near the back, while a married couple between an obese but stout bi-speckled man in a Hawaiian shirt huddles with his skinny gale-green skinned wife. And those are just a few of the many many strange looking individuals that have come to meet their guests. All of them huddle within the center of the lobby like a herd tightening their ranks for safety.

However, one individual is brave enough to leave the safety of the herd. A woman cladded in full on winter gear and a pink scarf, preventing anyone from seeing any of her features other than her long black hair, steps forward and bows her head in greeting. "Welcome, heroes to our sanctuary~."

Kirishima perks up at the sight of her as a comfortable feeling of familiarity takes over. "Hey, I know you. Mrs. Ashido is that you?!"

Eirene smiles gleefully from under her scarf. "Why yes it is, dear Kirishima~. It's been a long time hasn't it~? Tell me, how are your mothers doing~?"

"They're doing great!" he cheerfully responds much to her delight.

"Wonderful~."

Aizawa grows suspicious of the exchange or rather of this parent. Another parent in on some big secret? Not only is it suspicious but it grows on his ever-increasing frustration and distrust.

But before he can act on any of his emotions, Eirene smoothly interjects for him to stand down. "Please, calm yourself, Mr. Eraserhead~. We mean you no harm~. Not that your Quirk will do you too much good in our presence~."

Aizawa blinks back, a bit startled by the fact that she read him so easily.

However, others like Shoto, were quick to pick up on her words of choice. "And who exactly are all of you?"

She gives him a kind smile and much to everyone's embarrassment, she begins to disrobe and remove her wig. Many like the teachers and the students blush and try to look away but they can't as they are met with a gorgeous, and not erotic, sight. Ashido's mother is elegant, yet strange, in ways they can't define. Graceful yet inhuman even though she has a clear humanoid body. Her features are soft, her skin pale as fresh snow, her attire alien yet sleek like a veil made of unearthly silks practically floats off her body. Her blush-pink hair is lush and runs down her sides and past her shoulder blades, as two smooth yellow antenna protrude out her head, and curl ever so slightly back, almost waving in the air like they're underwater.

She is beautiful…uncanny but why none of them can tell.

That is until the ever-growing suspicions of Bakugou finally make him ask the million dollar question. "What are you?"

"She's an alien." Ochaco responds carefully, wary of his reaction, as she too takes in the crowd before them. "They all are."

Understanding her meaning, the crowd of strange individuals shed their disguises and reveal just how strangely odd they truly are.

Many familiar faces stand within the crowd such as Eirene Ashido to the sweet ML-E and her mother T8-M. A few Megawatts spark their way out from a nearby computer as Bubble Helmet rips off his trench coat. And of course, even Chopper and One-One managed to sneak their way in and push their way to the front of the crowd.

The muscle builder from before suddenly reveals a second pair of muscly red arms as his friend removes his backpack to reveal that he's a slug-like being. The married pair remove their fake mustache, glasses, and wigs to reveal a wary Jamba and a nervous Pleekly. A nearby house plants curls up and reshapes into a hippie-looking Florauna. While the lumberjacks shed their flannels and remove the ties holding their beards to reveal a family of Wookies. And a seemingly normal family shed away their holographic disguises to reveal an assortment of colorful Atrocians. And even the pink bunny of an alien is hiding away towards the back, poking his head out from between other aliens' legs or appropriate appendages.

Others stand firm as if to intimidate Earth's champions such as the creatures of the Covenant, a squad of Pickaxe Aliens, and a pair of Vulpimancers who growl and snarl in warning.

A plethora of other species are mixed in as well such as the Quarren, Twi'lek, a few Salamandrians, there's a married pair of Kornans near the front along with a whimpering Boov, some one-eyed Unopans are towards the back, and even a few Namekians are here.

All in all, the assortment of inhuman and the seemingly impossible appearances of these aliens are enough to have the heroes, teachers, and students stumbling back out of shock-and-awe.

Everyone last one of them is taken back, doubting whether or not this is real or some dramatically planned out fable.

"What is all this? I don't understand!" Iida half-whispers, half-shouts as beads of nervous sweat drip down his brow.

Mina frowns, worrying for him and her other classmates. "Take a look. Don't some of them look familiar?"

She points towards ML-E specifically, and the cute little girl happily waves back while still clutching her mother's claw-like hand.

"Hahahahaha bzzzzz!" From above a swarm of Megawatts buzz past, laughing up a storm as if this is the funniest thing they've ever seen.

Then there's the hippie-looking plant alien that looks a lot like Midoriya's Wildvine form.

There's also a little kid version of Stinkfly, named Buzz, hovering over the pair of Vulpimancers. And of course, there's the muscular Tetramand alongside a female-version of Ditto.

Momo quickly spots the many similarities and speaks on them. "Are they relatives of Midoriya as well?"

Her question makes Hisashi snicker into his knuckle. "It honestly baffles me how many times anyone bought that explanation."

Inko pulls on his arm, her nerves threatening to take the best of her. "Hisashi, what is all this? Why-why do all these people look like Izuku?"

Hisashi's gaze softens as he's unsure how to proceed. "There's so much I have to explain to you. So much…"

^Wa-wop^ Rolling up is the ever faithful and loyal Chopper who pat's Hisashi's leg in support.

To which Inko and Mitsuki backup from the robot as they are unsure of what it is or what it wants.

Midnight turns to their potentially not-so trusted Principal for answers. "Prin-...Nezu. What is all this? What is this place? And who are all these…people?"

The little principal lowers his gaze as he considers how to best explain this. "So, many questions with so many answers, but with such a short amount of time… We should approach this in a delicate manner… I shall start from the beginning." He pauses, closing his eyes as he thinks long and hard about what to say. "In the beginning there was no life. The planets were forming… BOOM! The planet shivered with earthquakes! Mountains forming! Oceans boiling! AND THEN-all is quiet. A little pool of water forms, in that pool 2 tiny amoeba, the start of life~."

"THAT'S TOO FAR BACK!" Everyone from the teachers to the students and even the aliens cry out in anguish.

All the while One-One watches on gleefully as his Glad side chimes in. ^Hehehe! Our Magister sure love his history. It's very important.^ His Sad side, also known as Sad-One, scoffs at Glad-One's comment. ^Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it…^

After everyone has settled down, Nezu takes a moment to collect himself before going into proper detail this time. "When you look to the stars, what is it you think about? Our existence? Our time? Infinity? Or if we're truly alone in the universe? The answer is we are not alone. We never were."

There's an array of reactions from the humans ranging from disbelief to suspicion, and complete astonishment as their little minds are blown away.

"Look around." Hisashi commands. "All of these beings. All these races. These people, they're not of this world. Literally." He chuckles at his little joke, but no one is laughing.

Midnight backs away, unable to process this. "Are you saying what I think you're saying?"

Thirteen bows their head as they try to navigate the situation as delicately as they can. "Everyone, please understand that we're not kidding when we say that everyone you see here…is an alien."

"An alien?" Present Mic repeats with a raised eyebrow and a not-so-convinced frown. "Like E.T. go home? Or like Independence Day aliens?"

Thirteen pauses, sweat dropping as they're not really sure what kind of answer he's looking for. "Um, yes to the first and for the most part, no, to the second."

The more and more they say and the more they observe these supposed aliens the more and more true it slowly becomes.

And even though Shoto of all people has been pleading for answers, not even he can process this level of absurdity. "You must all be insane…"

Even the usually joyful Kirishima is at a loss. "Yeah, man, you're crazy!"

"No way any of that is true!" Snipe snaps. "Come on, they're just normal people with Mutant Quirks!"

Mr. Baumann shakes his head in disappointment in response to their reactions. "You would think so."

With a scowl, Gran Torino addresses the Class 1-A homeroom teacher directly. "Eraserhead."

Aizawa somehow manages to snap his gaze away from the creeping E.T.s and towards the veteran instead.

"Why not test out your Quirk on these fine folks. I want you all to see what happens."

Realizing where he's going with this, Aizawa suddenly grows very wary. "Are you sure?"

But a firm response from Nezu holds him to it. "Yes."

Aizawa turns his eyes back towards the aliens, to which they understand what they must do as they each demonstrate their natural abilities from lifting nearby structures to sparking around like lightning, or in ML-E's case zipping around until she's nothing but a little blue and pink blurr.

They all hold their breaths as Aizawa summons his courage before closing his eyes and then opening them to reveal a set of glowing red eyes.

The teachers, students and parents expect at least half the group to reel back as their Quirks disappear… But it never happens. The Tetramand still has the heavy metal desk held over his head, the Megawatts are still buzzing around, and ML-E is running around so fast and uncontrollably that she leaps up and snatches away Aizawa's goggles right off his neck. His Erasure unable to do anything about it.

Aizawa spins around, looking for goggles, that is until ML-E zips to a stop at his feet.

"Hehehe! Here you go." She holds out the goggles to him.

"T-thank you." He gently reaches for them, moving slowly as if she might bite.

In a blink he snatches them up and away, but nothing happens. Instead she giggles and laughs at his ridiculous expression. "Hehehe! You're funny, Mr. Hoboman!"

Every single person is left stunned at the display, well, all except Present Mic who suddenly fell into a fit of snickering at ML-E's innocent comment.

But overall, no one knows how to take in this revelation as they are seriously questioning everything they know and understand.

But for Bakugou, who's already had time to think on this, only has one question. "What Shigaraki was saying was true then…?"

"Yes." Ochaco confirms. "Aliens are real. But they're not the monsters you think!" She quickly defends,

"They've traveled the cosmos to be here." clarifies Thirteen. "Each for their own reasons: some came for safety." Like Eirene Ashido. "Others a new chance at life." Such as the Kineceleran family. "Or for opportunities… Just like us."

This is all so confusing, especially for those not even in the hero business like Mitsuki. "Are-are you actually serious? None of you are joking are you?!"

"They're not." Tsukauchi confirms with a scared but stony expression. "Not one of them is lying. Otherwise, my Quirk, Lie Detector, would have sensed it."

They all let out a sharp gasp, as the implications really sink in.

Gran Torino sighs. "Of course, we're not lying. The only reason we couldn't tell any of you was because we all swore an oath of secrecy."

"Oc-chaco…?" Momo is shaking, looking to her friend for comfort and for one last chance that this is a lie.

But a solemn nod back from Ochaco causes the teens to shiver.

Inko grips Hisashi's arm tighter as her entire being begins to shake and quiver. "H-Hisashi…?"

At this point, Midnight is so over the confusion and mixed feelings that she feels like she's gonna have an aneurysm at any second now. "Let's pretend that we do believe you. How does this explain anything? Then what does that make all of you?"

Thirteen picks up on her questions and answers light heartedly. "If you are asking if we are human or in my case a creature of Earth," Such as in Nezu's case. "then yes we are!"

Mina grimaces at that though. "Well most of us anyway."

It takes a second but soon Momo, Kirishima, Iida, and even Shoto are left stunned with their eyes widening in cold realization as their heads swivel between looking at Mina and then to her mother and back.

However, Nezu takes this moment to address the confused audience directly, speaking with purpose and a flourish as he dramatically reintroduces to those that only know him as principal. "Welcome everyone! I am Magister Nezu! And those here are my agents and recruits. We are part of an organization that holds up intergalactic laws and peace. We protect the innocent and ensure security across countless worlds and systems."

Shoto's face scrunches up with utter . "So, like you're all some kind of-...Space Cops?"

"Yes!" Thirteen happily agrees. "Or rather, Space Heroes rather."

"Space Heroes?" Kirishima repeats as he suddenly becomes excited about the prospect. "Wait, do you guys have spaceships?! And laser guns? And all kinds of other cool stuff?!"

"Yup!" Magister Nezu laughs. "I'd be happy to show you our collection if you'd like!"

As everyone bring up their own round of questions and accusations, Inko is quiet. Too quiet as she holds onto her husband's arm for dear life as she takes in everything she's just learned and places the pieces together.

"Is-is that where you've been?" She asks. "All this time…you weren't even on the same planet as us?"

Here it comes, the moment he finally gets to tell her the painful truth. "Yes." he closes his eyes, unwilling to see her broken expression. "I am one of these agents. And for the last decade, high command has tasked me with missions all across the galaxies. All in the name of the greater good…"

Magister Nezu frowns worriedly and hurries to inject and mediate the impact. "Mrs. Midoriya, your husband is the best Plumber we have, maybe even the best recruit to come out of U.A.'s doors. And one of the best and most renown agents in our entire organization. We are very proud of him, him and your son."

Inko blinks back her tears in response to the resounding words of praise as she tries to make sense of it all.

"Hang on." Shoto's expression hardens as he latches onto one of Nezu's choice o words. "What did you call him? A…Plumber?" he gives a look, suggesting that he's assuming that he just heard him wrong.

But even Present Mic heard it. "A Plumber? What, you fix alien faucets and pipes?"

Ochaco blushes, as she gets all sheepish and embarrassed. "That's the name of the organization. We're the…Plumbers."

She is met with the same deadpan expressions from everyone, much to her own dismay.

"I didn't come up with the name, alright?!"

"Yeah!" chimes in Mina with an angry shout. "If we did, I would have gone with Alien Force! Or Starfleet! Or even Space Rangers!"

That's all interesting but Momo is hung up on the hints Mina was dripping to her heritage. "Mina… Are you…?" She nervously gestures between Mina and her alien mother.

Emote senses the uncertainty coming from Momo as Mina calm down and tries to tell her straight. "Yes, I am an alien."

Momo gasps, surprised as are the others.

Although Midnight has a thoughtful look. "So, the name Alien Queen was accurate." She's of course referring to the time Class A had to decide on hero names.

"Well, half-alien anyway." Mina corrects before flashing a smile and posing cutely. "I'm half-Emotlyst!"

"Emotlyst?" Kirishima repeats.

"Yes~." Eirene interjects with a hum. "We are beings of pure emotion~. We can sense and manipulate others emotions at will~."

The teachers understandably flinch, concerned that perhaps they are being manipulated emotionally.

"But fret not, you are of your own free will~." She assures.

"It's how I sometimes sense things coming." Mina points to her antennas for emphasize. "It's also how I got Fun Gus to come to us at the camp."

Aizawa's interest is snapped up as he recalls how she threw herself at the villain only for the head of the fungus flood to crash onto the scene a few moments later. "You baited him to us by manipulating his emotions through your…alien powers."

"It's called Emote, actually. Not a Quirk but I like to think of it as a second one."

"Almost like, Todoroki." Iida comments while giving Shoto some skeptical side-eye.

Which is a look Shoto really doesn't appreciate. "I'm not an alien, if that's what you're thinking."

Iida freaks, getting all defensive while his arms karate chop the air like a haywire robot. "Of course not! But you cannot possibly fail to see why we would have such doubts!"

Kirishima sweat drops, watching as Iida moves around inhumanly. "Iida…are you sure you're not an alien? Or a robot for that matter?"

^Wa-Wop!^ Chopper beeps, possibly offended by the comment.

"Fascinating." Power Loader leans over him, observing him closely before receiving a slap to the hand by the annoyed Chopper.

^Wa-oo!^

Seeing as they're getting off track, Thirteen tries to pull the conversation back. "Please understand everybody. But these aliens mean us no harm at all. They simply wish to live their lives in peace."

Hisashi nods before adding in the fact that they're essentially cops. "And if they did they'd have to deal with us."

"Then why come to Earth?" asks Recovery Girl very poignantly.

Gran Torino steps forward and offering up an answer. "Earth is what most would consider a backwater planet. Out in the boonies as it were. Makes it an ideal place to get away from the harsh realities and turmoil going on all across the known galaxies."

Mr. Baumann nods along before adding to Gran Torino's explanation. "Some of them are refugees. Others are looking for second chances. But all of them are honest and willing to abide by our laws."

That gives the humans things to consider and process. Albeit slowly as they really do try to make sense of this all. But it's still crazy. Aliens? Real aliens? Are here and living amongst them. It's almost too much. And yet they're here. They exist…

However, this brings in so many other concerns especially for the good and incredible patient detective. "That's all well and good." Tsukauchi begins, trying his best to remain as calm as possible and not…instigate anything. "But how does this relate to Midoriya's or All Might's kidnapping?"

And like that it feels like everyone takes a punch to the gut, especially Inko who threatens to spill over in tears.

The only one not to reel back is Magister Nezu who is now prompted to go into detail. "The reason we brought you all here is because this has everything to do with Young Midoriya's and All Might's abductions."

All eyes are on him, ones of fear and regret from both teachers and students alike.

"Throughout our own investigations we have come to the conclusion that the League of Villains have themselves a new alley. One that is dangerous beyond measure and as power hungry as All For One. Although we do not know the full extent of their…partnership. We now know that the League is well aware of aliens and were hired by this new alley to capture Young Midoriya."

Now that's a revelation, finding out that your polar opposites have been aware and working with such beings is certainly a thought that'll make anyone's blood run cold.

Yet it's Iida who dares ask the burning question. "Who is this…p-partner?"

"The same one that turned the raid on Kamino Ward upside down." Magister Nezu answers with a tone of grim and warning. "The same one that killed a number of heroes with little challenge. And took All Might without a fight. An alien overlord, an emperor, known for his cruel and conniving ways, the Conqueror of Worlds, Vilgax."

A shiver runs down their spines as their imaginations run wild with how menacing this titan could be.

But Hisashi only grows angry at the name, as if it's a trigger for all his pent-up emotions. "He has them both. He's got All Might. He has my son." He shares a look with his wife one of guilt and shame for his own failures. "He has him, Inko. And it's all my fault…"

A quivering Inko holds him tighter, afraid that he might fall under the guilt.

"But why?" Recovery Girl asks, wondering about what should be obvious. "Why target Midoriya? He's just a child."

"A child with a power like anyone thought he did." The Magister responds ominously. "All of you up until this point have been living with the falsehood that Young Midoriya's Quirk is a powerful one dubbed as One Man Army." He shakes his head at the lie. "However, that was merely the cover up explanation that Thirteen and I fabricated over a year ago now."

People take stumble, from Aizawa to even his students as they're left stunned and speechless. "What…?"

But Bakugou had already knew that… "Deku…is Quirkless." He whispers just barely loud enough for them all to hear. "He always was and always has been…Quirkless."

Gran Torino frowns, eyeing the boy up and down and examining critically. "So, you are aware."

"Aware of what?" asks Mitsuki who is just lost and seriously wondering what all this craziness is. "What are you aware of, Katsuki?"

"One Man Army isn't real." He explains before repairing his last statement. "He's Quirkless. He always was and always has been…Quirkless."

"Yes." Thirteen affirms. "It was spring of last year. Vilgax was pursuing an escaping space cruiser through our system. That space cruiser was carrying precious cargo, one that they jettisoned from their ship and towards Earth for safe keeping. It washed onto shore, onto a local beach where a boy found an alien watch that stuck itself upon his wrist."

Shoto repeats the word in his head: Quirkless, Quirkless, Quirkless, as he thinks back to all the hints and pieces of knowledge he's collected on Midoriya's supposed Quirk up till now. That is until the pieces all click together to creature the perfect picture. "The Omnitrix! His support item! Are you telling me that that device is what actually allows Midoriya to transform?!"

Ochaco gives a humorous, albeit small, smile thinking that it's appropriate that Todoroki be the one to piece the conspiracy together. "It is."

"Then that means-."

"Yes." Gran Torino reaffirms. "Izuku can transform into any alien and grant any superpower. Making him no ordinary kid."

"The Omnitrix," Magister Nezu breathes out the word like it shouldn't be taken likely, and it really should not. "is the most powerful weapon in all of existence. It can grant its wearing the ability to become any alien race they wish with the capability to wield all their abilities and powers. That is why Vilgax targeted…has been targeting Young Midoriya all this time. He has sent agent after agent after him to no avail. Or at least until now…"

Midnight frowns, unable to pull this all together without so many other questions. "Hang on, something's not adding up. If Midoriya really is Quirkless and that…watch thing really the source of all our problems. Then why haven't you confiscated it or taken it off of him already? Seems unsafe and irresponsible not to. I mean if it's some great weapon then why have a kid be in charge of it?"

^We're afraid it's not that simple.^ Answers Glad-One which makes the heroes jump as they were not expecting the bowling ball to answer. ^The Omnitrix is bio-genetically linked to Mr. Deku. It's bonded to his DNA itself, fusing them together.^

^In other words,^ continues Sad-One, One-One's other half. ^Taking the watch would be like tearing off the kid's arm… So, you're probably right that we should have least given it a try.^

"One-One is correct. Well mostly." says Thirteen." We simply don't have the means to remove Level 20 technology like that. Not to mention we've been kinda having a shortage of new Plumber recruits and such."

Aizawa looks around once again, noting that no one else, not even the aliens, look like they have any sway or authority here. "Speaking of which, you said your part of this giant space organization. But this place is looking kinda empty. Where are the rest of your um…P-Plumbers?"

"I'm afraid this is all of us." Thirteen is sad to say. "Or at least here at the Japan branch. But none of the other branches are going to help us, not after our recent orders…"

"Orders?"

Inko gasps as she recalls the horrible revelation back at their home. "H-Hisashi! Is-is that w-what you were sp=speaking about earlier?!"

"Y-yes…" He admits defeatedly. "The Plumber Magistratus-er, our bosses, have "decreed" that attempting a rescue for Izuku and All Might is…ill advised. And that we are restricted from any actions or attempts to save them…. They're afraid it'll spark intergalactic war and turmoil between the Plumbers and Vilgax's forces. And so they've banned us from pursuing the case further…"

Now the initial shock wears away as several of the teachers and students become openly angry and suspicious. It's sad to know that even higher beings can succumb to selfish politics and walls of procedure too.

"We're on our own." Hisashi continues with no spirit left in his heart. "We don't have the higher ups' support. No back up. Limited resources. And we're up against the biggest threat in the galaxy. The reason we called you all here and told you all of this is because, well, we're desperate. If Vilgax successfully takes the Omnitrix for himself I fear that he will turn his sights onto Earth itself. And thus bringing an end to our society and way of life. That goes for us Earthlings and those not of this world. We need your assistance. We need all the support and allies we can in order to rescue those we've lost. Please, will you all help?"

Much to Hisashi and Inko's dismay, no one jumps on the opportunity to help. They're all too hesitant and still taken back by everything. Honestly it feels like the Plumber is asking them to dive down into the trenches of the ocean with him without suits or any knowledge of what monster's they'll cross to get there. As such they all remain silent, unable to meet the pleading parents' gazes…

Ochaco's heart clenches, she frantically wonders what to do or what she can say to convince them. That is until she remembers her father's words, to use her gravity to pulley hem together. To help them rise out of this tragedy. "I know this is weird." She speaks, startling some of them as she quietly grabs their notice. "I know this isn't normal or easy to swallow. It feels like everything you know is in question and maybe none of your actions have mattered. You probably feel betrayed that none of us," She gestures to herself and then to the rest of those that were in the know already. "trusted you all sooner. That your feelings don't matter. But none of that is true… It's because we have such faith in you all that we're telling you this now."

Now they are listening, every last one of them from the grateful Inko to even the somber and wary aliens.

"There's a lot more we have to explain, and we will. But right now…Deku and All Might need us. I know you all feel like we've failed. At the camp. At Kamino Ward. That we could have done more or done something different, just one thing and they'd be here with us. I know because…I feel the same way." And she doubts she'll ever feel differently about it. But wallowing in defeat is not gonna bring her friend back. They need to step up and take action. "I don't blame you if some of you are angry or upset that…I instigated this. I don't blame you if you can't accept it either. But just know that we didn't tell you because we don't trust or care about you but it's because we do care that we didn't."

No one can look away. They're all gravitated towards her words and conviction like hooks barbed to their very spirits.

"We all want to do the right thing. Whether we're human, alien, animal, or even a droid." Her voice rises as she addresses each type of individual within the grand structure of the Plumber Base. "We all want each other to live with smiles on our faces. So, please, will you help us get our friends back?" And with that she bows, bows as low as she can, even kneeling to the ground with her head pressed to the floor.

A gesture that catches many of the humans off guard.

They all stutter with their response, unable to speak or move.

That is until Aizawa feels a tug at his pant leg. His head snapping down he spots little ML-E peering up at him with big-ole pleading eyes. "Will you help us, Mr. Heroman? D-Deku is my friend. I don't want him to get hurt."

The question makes Aizawa's breath catch as the other aliens begin to plead for the heroes to help such as Eirene Ashido. "We have made this planet our home~. We'd hate for any harm to come to it~."

"Please, help." pleads a green skinned Twi'lek who speaks with a light French accent. "If Vilgax got one of us then he'll come for all of us."

"We live in Japan, too!" calls out one of the Unopans. "We love our home here, we don't want to leave!"

"Gre'greb gre'greb…"

"You're our heroes, too!" cries one of the terrified aliens.

"Yeah!" cries a Namekian. "We don't care that you're human or anything! The only reason any of us can smile is because of all of you!"

"puqlI' QumwI'lIj. bImatlhqu' 'e' DatuQnISbe'."

"All Might was our Symbol of Peace too!" exclaims the little pink bunny alien. "Without him…we're sc-scared." He sniffs, his tiny pink body shivering in freight as he does.

Mr. Baumann lowers his head in trepidation of the future. "Without him, there won't be anybody left that can deter villains like Vilgax."

Together the alien residences of Japan follow Ochaco's lead and lower themselves to their knees, or their equivalent of leg joints, and bow before not only the champions of Earth but the heroes they too love and depend on. "Please, heroes! Will you save us?!"

To say the scene doesn't feel like a bizarre dream would be denying the very reality of this situation. These aliens…these people are scared. They're worried about their friend. About their hero. About their family, friends, and neighbors. They truly wish to live lives of peace and now there's a looming storm cloud threatening to wash that all away from them…

Bakugou can't take it, as his consideration turns to an indignant scowl. "Will you all shut up already?!" He barks, startling them all, that is until he continues. "Of course I'll fucking help. After all…"it's what Deku would have done."

Ochaco raises her head, locking eyes with Bakugou's ambers and finding not hate or spite but genuine trust and support. "Bakugou…"

"Don't get me wrong." He continues, putting on the facade of a tough guy. "I hate the fact you all knew about this and kept it to yourselves. But I get it. If the average fucker knew about aliens they wouldn't be as levelheaded about it as I am." Upon seeing Ochaco's grateful smile he blushes and snaps his head away quickly out of embarrassment. "That said, don't get all sentimental about it. I have a more selfish reason for going. And that's I owe Deku one." He pauses thinking back to way back when this mess all probability started… "He saved my ass from that Sludge Villain last year. And I'm willing to bet it was the same day he found the stupid watch. Fucking hell, two minutes into having an alien gismo strapped to himself and he can't stop himself from being the hero." He doubts the nerd was even all that scared of the device once he knew what he could do with it… And that's being a hero. "If I rescue Deku, that'll make us even. And I'll be able to get payback on the League for all the shit they put us through." He smirks as he makes Ochaco and the others a promise. "When I'm through I'll make sure that every alien invader thinks twice about messing with my goddamn planet."

"Bakugou…" Ochaco's nearly in grateful tears.

"Today has been a whiplash…" Iida comments quietly almost like he's still unsure about all this. "I never expected any of this. But meeting you all," He gestures towards the now rising aliens. "I understand why Midoriya would risk everything. You are people just like anyone else." He closes his eyes in thought. "I should be upset. I should be scared and alarmed. And I am. However, I shouldn't act with malice. Midoriya taught me that when he saved me from myself at Hosu… I owe it to him. It's my turn to make sure he doesn't get hurt! And that he comes home safely!"

"Iida…"

"He's still the same Midoriya right?" Kirishima asks even though he already knows the answer. "I mean if he was actually dangerous then why is he like the nicest guy we know?" He smiles just thinking about all the times Midoriya would help them with their homework or give tips on how to best utilize their Quirks in training. "He's so manly! I mean, think about it guys! If Midoriya has been using an alien device all this time doesn't that mean he's U.A's first Quirkless student?! I don't know about you all but that's manly as hell! Or Alienly? Yeah! He's alienly!"

Mina shutters, cringing at the new phrase. She really hopes it won't be a thing.

"And it wouldn't be alienly of me to leave him hanging! Just because he's not what we thought doesn't change who he is! He's still the same Midoriya!"

'The same, Midoriya.' Momo echoes the phrase in her head as she reaches into her pocket where she caresses her shrunken Zircon Blade. The blade that was made possible due to Midoriya's kind support. "On the surface one wouldn't think much of him. He's a normal boy with amazing gifts, and yet humble beyond belief… He's always been there for us. Done what he can to help. He's an inspiration to our entire class. We've all seen it during the U.S.J., the Sports Festival, I-Island, and during our trainings." She needs to be more like him. But more importantly she needs to make sure that he'll be back. Back in class with them and the rest of their friends. "I will do all that I can in the hopes that we can rescue them!"

"Momo…"

Mina is beaming, and nearly has to stop herself from pouncing on Momo and giving her a big whole hug. "Midoriya taught me that I need to focus on what I do know and what I can do."

She deflates at his words as she recalls his lecture again. "He told me, as his little Grey Matter form, Which yes is also an alien… he said I need to take in a situation and rather than trying to figure it all out; how about focusing on one part…? I tried that and it got him caught… I wanted to help, and I made things worse. But…I want to make up for it. He said it himself; it takes a team of people to solve big problems. So, use your team. Be useful to your team. You don't need to outright solve the problem, outright. Instead, you help each other to reach a solution. And when one issue is dealt with you move onto the next and the next and eventually you will have solved the problem." She inhales as if letting his tutoring sink in. "If you are all willing then I know we can solve this and get both him and All Might back!"

"Mina…" Ochaco sighs gratefully before holding her breath as she turns to the last member.

Shoto has been quiet, listening to all their points while contemplating his own. In the end he has only one conclusion. "All this time I've wondered and had so many questions about him. About how he does what he does. Why does he meddle? About his Omnitrix. And now that I have the answers all I can think is how was he able to carry on with it all? How can he do what he does with such a target on his wrist?" It's both terrifying and amazing to think about as he recalls all the times Izuku has been targeted. And thinking back now he can only assume that the likes of Tetrax and even Ragnarok must have been aliens too. Not only that but he still went out of his way to help others…like him. "Midoriya…has done more for me than he'll ever know. He meddles when he doesn't have to. It's only fitting that I do the same." He looks right into Ochaco's soul as he makes his declaration. "I am with you, Uraraka."

"Todoroki…" Ochaco cries, gears spilling out as she holds her hands to her face while all the aliens smile gratefully for the young heroes' determination.

Watching from the sidelines, Midnight has never been so moved. Watching these kids is a true pleasure and being their teacher has never been more of an honor. "You kids…"

As she awes at their unity, their homeroom teacher makes a very ominous step forward. His presence snapping out of their moment and into a sense of dread that cares them to their cores.

"I am against this." He states bluntly and without remorse. "You are all already on thin ice as it is. You've already disobeyed us. Acted rashly and put yourselves in danger needlessly. And here you are ready to do it all again!"

They all wince and reel back from his scolding. Even going as far to shut their eyes tight as they expect to be chewed out even more.

"Which is why, this time, I'll be right there to make sure you all stay in one piece."

Their eyes pop open in shock, but sure enough Aizawa wasn't kidding in the slightest.

"Midoriya is my student. My responsibility. My problem child. If I had no clue about the true nature of his Quirk-er-powers then it is on me for not being diligent enough to figure it out on my own." He always suspected something, but he never leapt on his gut feelings. That was his mistake, one that he will not repeat. "His abduction is just as much my fault as it is anyone else's. You all feel the same and knowing you all, I'll be unable to convince you all not to get involved. But I'll be damned if I let you run off without my supervision again."

The students stare up at him like they're seeing him in an all-new light.

"Mr. Aizawa…"

"Sir…"

"Th-thank you."

His gaze softens as he cracks a rare but genuine smile. "We'll get him back. We'll get both of them back. And that's the truth."

His students smile back, smiles that he had worried they had lost.

Suddenly a leather sleeved arm sling itself around his shoulders and nearly topples him down, but it's just Present Mic who's grinning from ear to ear with an ecstatic smile. "Well there you have it! Can't be making Eraserhead a liar now can we?"

Midnight chuckles. "Nope. Wouldn't want that."

"Haha! You know once you're over the initial shock of it all it's actually pretty amazing to think that there's more life out there!" Present Mic beams as he approaches the crowd of strange and colorful beings. "Hahaha! Talk about first contact! Say do you guys even listen tot he radio waves we're sending up there?"

One of the aliens, the female Ditto, lights up. "Oh absolutely! We absolutely love TV and radio! I especially love your talk show, you're so funny and your music choice is out of this world!"

"HA! You guys hear that?! My radio is out of this world! Literally!"

As the other teachers smile on, chuckling silently as their co-worker's reaction. One of the aliens, the hulking red Tetramand, approaches Midnight nervously looking more like a excitable fan than a bodybuilder. "E-excuse me Ms. Midnight. I-I know it's not an ideal time, but CAN YOU SIGN MY BOOK!?" He holds out a tiny purple book titled "Little Purple Women by Nemuri Kayam."

Midnight instantly recognizes the book as her own, a little novel she wrote in inspiration of the book called Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. "Oh, my, why of course!"

"Thank you!"

"Hehehe, my you're so sweet~."

Other aliens summon the courage to approach their favorite heroes too. Some happen to have merchandise such as T-shirts and clothing that are based on their favorite Earth heroes.

And the teachers of U.A. definitely fall into ease as the image of the aliens acting and being regular people cements just how innocent they are.

Aizawa, who most of the time hates fan interaction such as this, can't help but smile. As a genuinely nice human moment occurs between them and these kind visitors. "Aliens or not, if we gave up now we'd be walking away from everything we stand for."

The other teachers pause and nod in understanding as they all come to a unified resolution.

"You read my mind." Snipe comments, standing forward to accept the challenge ahead.

Vlad King crosses his arms in a determined huff.

As Present Mic grins on with sheer excitement.

Thirteen can't take it, their colleagues, their seniors, people they've looked up to for so long have opened themselves up to their plea. They've never been so touched. "You guys…"

"Thirteen." Aizawa stands before them, placing a firm hand onto their shoulder to help hold them steady. "You've been guiding these kids all this time, haven't you?"

"Y-yes, sir…" The sniff.

"You've done a fine job keeping them safe. Let us help you from here on out. Okay?"

Thirteen nods, grateful for the support.

But they are from the only ones in tears. "Th-thank you. Thank you! Thank you!" Inko wraps as she finally breaks and cries tears of pure joy and gratitude. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for doing this for my boy!"

Hisashi and Mitsuki hold onto her tight as they too hold back tears of joy.

As they help her to her feet, Ashido's own mother wishes to greet the fellow mother herself. "Mrs. Midoriya~. Please, do not shed tears~. Your child is caring and selfless, I'm sure he would not want you to cry~. Instead remains strong for his sake~. And be ready to embrace him when he returns home~."

Inko stares up at the beautiful woman and is met with her kind caring smile. So with a sniffle she allows her family to help her up just as her neighbor comes over to address her.

"She's right." says Mr. Baumann. "That boy of yours is stubborn. And too smart for his own good. I wouldn't worry about him too much. I bet right now he's making a mess of things up there and giving the mad titan hell for what he's done." He chuckles at the image and prays for it to be true.

"Inko…" Hisashi gently caresses her chin, wiping away her tears as he turns her face to look at his. "Nothing I say will be enough but…I'm sorry for everything. For the lies. For being away. For everything. I-I always thought I was doing the right thing. That I was protecting our home. Protecting you and Izuku. But it was wrong of me. I should have never lied to you or make our son lie to you as well. It's on me. This is on me. And I will understand if you can't forgive me…or if you want to leave me."

"Hisashi…" She looks away, at first unsure of what to say, that is until she leads with her heart. "It's not gonna be easy. I-I'm not sure I-I can forgive you, at least not right now. And I can't help but feel betrayed. I can't help but feel like you wouldn't trust me. And it hurts… But I don't understand. I understand why you did it. And now that I know the truth we can move past this together… I now understand what you have to do. And right now, what you are going to do is bring our son home to me. You will bring him home, no matter what. No matter what gets in your way. AND!" She stops and looks to the children, Izuku's dear friends. "You'll make sure they do too. Do you understand that?"

He doesn't stop the tears from rolling as he responds with a heartfelt. "Yes, ma'am."

Unfortunately, leave it to Aizawa to end the happy moment by approaching their dear Magister Nezu with a serious concern. "We may have agreed to help, but I'm not sure how useful we'll be. We're all in way over our heads here."

Recovery Girl agrees. "He's right, Nezu. Not to mention this may not be enough of us here to really prove efficient."

Tsukauchi sighs, taking a deep breath as he's still processing all this. "Perhaps…we should call in more heroes? Like endeavor?"

But Magister Nezu is quick to put those thoughts to rest. "That won't be necessary." He activates a nearby monitor under One-One's guidance and has the little bot pull out a list of familiar faces. "The Plumbers may not be at our side; however, I know a great many that will happily come to our aid."

On the monitor displays a number of images, images of those that Deku and his friends have already partnered with.

Ochaco eyes the list wishfully and with a beaming smile. "Have no fear, Deku and All Might. We'll be there."

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It's cold. And dark. And yet it feels like he's floating. Not in air but in a liquid. Not water, however, it's far too thick making his limbs feel heavy yet weightless. Air is pumped to his lungs while it feels like his hair is swaying slowly on his head like a bed of seagrass. But as he begins to stir and try to identify his own situation, exhaustion washes over him once again returning him to the vast darkness of unconsciousness.

A massive claw presses against the glass cylinder. The being glaring into the massive vat of liquid with piercing red eyes. The titan pulls back but never removes his gaze from the eerie green glow emanating from within the healing vat. "Welcome, Izuku Midoriya. Welcome to the end."

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And like that we will be returning to everyone's favorite green haired boy. What did you guys think of this chapter? Was it worth the long wait? What are your thoughts? Should I have spent even more time on it? Let me know. And I want to thank you all for your patience and taking the time to read this story of mine. It really means a lot to me that you do.

*Did you catch all the cameos and easter eggs? We're back to it since now aliens are officially revealed. And I got a lot more next time too. Literally can't wait.

*I will be trying to do some Omakes again. I have some fun ideas in the works.

*As for the next update. Not sure when it's gonna be. It will probably take another month because again I really want to get this Abduction Arc right. But I will try to do better to keep you all updated.

*That being said, October is also next month. Which means Halloween is too. Which also means it'll be time for our annual Halloween OVA Special. I will be holding tradition and writing up another one for this year. I have one idea but I'm not sold on it yet so if there any ideas you guys have then feel free to share. Thank you.

*Also, I want to apologize if I never respond to your PMs. Been so busy with life and trying to work on the chapter itself I just lost time to do so. So please forgive me and don't take it personally if I don't respond immediately.

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Responses for "Guest" reviewers from Ch.78:

Grimm: Everything is screwed up gentlemen, God I loved it, I know it was only the AFO fight against All Might (very well done by the way) but that ending was spectacular, uuuffff this is another level, I imagine/long for a Midoriya conversation and All Might, and since they both blame each other for everything that has happened up to now and as All Might finds out about the Omnitrix and sees how Midoriya is worthy of carrying it, just imagining it makes my skin crawl, very good episode, this one in itself I already love the arc, but seeing how it will extend to another arc, what it will bring with it is already another level. I am very grateful that you have not abandoned this story because I know of promising fanfics that abandon them for one reason or another, and to see that you are passionate about this story it's a gift

PS: I don't like the design of Alien force either, it doesn't go with the character

Guardian-Sigil: I don't want to abandon this story at all. I want to be in for the long haul, and readers like you are literally what keeps me motivated.

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Atom King: Yes yes yes, this chapter was everything I was hoping for and more with Ochaco using the null void gun on all for one that was really unexpected and I love it and it's an better way to remove all for one from the story because one we can focus on the abduction arc and two when he does come back I can imagine him recruiting an army of alien criminals for the sole purpose to destroy the world, but back to Vilgax his appearance is exactly how I imagine it him literally rolling over the heroes and easy killing three of them with breaking an sweat, All might finally meeting Vilgax and it shows that Vilgax is in an whole other League than him and the other pro heroes.

I can't wait for the next arc I wonder who's going to join in the rescue mission Ochaco and Mina are obvious since they're plumber cadets but hope that Momo, Kirishima, Iida, Shoto and Bakugou plus ragdoll join in, I really can't wait for the pro heroes were involved in this chapter their reaction to the existence of alien and the plumbers, especially endeavor his ego is really going to get an massive hit when finds out about Cinder work as an plumber, since they're going into space will the use cinder ship or an different and speaking of cinder I like the back and forth between him and Vilgax really shows that they are arch enemies.

I'm just so excited to find out what happens next.

Guardian-Sigil: Oh yeah there's so much potential with how I can play with AFO moving forward. And hey you finally know what happens next and look at that your guesses were 90% right! Sorry, but no Ragdoll though. That said more alleys will be on the way and soon they'll be off for another raid.

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Bruce: Hope you enjoy your trip! Since you going to be so busy soon I'm assuming the announcement you were planning to make about taking suggestions is gonna be delayed to after the Abduction Arc instead of after the Kamino Arc. I'm excited to see what you'll come up with for this Arc and I can't wait to share my suggestions for Nemetrix Predators.

Guardian-Sigil: I did enjoy my trip. Thank you! And yes the suggestion announcement will be after this Arc.

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Thunder Dragon: Not what I had expected but I like the fact that All Might is willing to stand up to make things right.

Now I was expecting Vilgax to reveal all the secrets to not only stoke fear about Aliens but also cause Izuku to carry the weight of the world and of all hope itself.

And not to mention that Vilgax killing pro heroes just like a boss is so in character he is just like how he used to be in classic Ben 10.

Now I have to own up to something. Thunder Lizard brought up some of my writing challenges I put up in the reviews. I apologize if this bothered you for that is a dirty habit as I have not the time to write because of my ADHD and my other disabilities. I am sorry. I do hope you look at them and at least put them up on some forums and that are inspired to make stories based on them.

Guardian-Sigil: It's all good I just wasn't sure how to take them is all. But hey I'm glad you're so invested in this story.

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Guest: Here is an idea Maybe you can merge the plots of some of the Ben 10 games together for a more compelling Plot in the story.

Ben 10: Protector of Earth: Ben, Gwen and Max deal with their usual rogues gallery while trying to reclaim the Omnitrix's aliens from a space mosquito. (Platforms: PlayStation Portable, PlayStation 2, Nintendo DS and Wii)

Ben 10 Alien Force: An original story of Ben, Gwen and Kevin being recruited by an undercover Plumber to retrieve parts for a dangerous weapon. Naturally, all isn't what it seems. (Platforms: Wii, PlayStation 2, PSP, and Nintendo DS)

Ben 10 Alien Force Vilgax Attacks: Pretty much what is says on the tin. Ben and the group take on Vilgax once more. (Platforms: Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, PSP, Wii and Xbox 360)

Ben 10 Alien Force: Rise of Hex: Once again the title tells you everything you need to know. (Platforms: Wii via WiiWare and Xbox 360 via Xbox Live).

Ben 10 Ultimate Alien: Cosmic Destruction: Ben, Gwen and Kevin find themselves hopping the globe to stop different menaces from destroying the cites. (Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2, PSP, Xbox 360, Nintendo DS and Wii)

Ben 10: Omniverse: Ben's Omnitrix goes haywire once more and warps Ben and Rook into the past where they meet the former's 11-year old self. When Malware gets his hands on Rook's weapon and creates an alternate future, the three set out to stop him and fix the damage. (Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS and Wii U (one of its launch titles in fact).

Ben 10: Omniverse 2: Ben once again takes on the Incurseans. (Platforms: PlayStation 3, Wii, WiiU, Xbox 360 and Nintendo 3DS)

Ben 10 Power Trip (2020) The Tennyson family go on an European holiday until it is interrupted by Hex awakening four mysterious crystals and summoning monsters from the Void. (Platforms: PlayStation 4 , Switch, Xbox One and PC)

Guardian-Sigil: I'll definitely have to think on these. I definitely have to.

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Guest: Oh boy. Izuku is going to get to see the real hero that All Might is. Also Great Scott! Vilgax is such a monster that it is like classic Ben 10. Also All Might is going to die. Vilgax is going to destroy him. This is the all is lost moment!

Now on a lighter topic here is an idea for some space bound adventures.

First off here are some ideas for space bound adventures and elements of Alien Force. Seeing as Sugilte brings back the Petrosapians maybe you can create new adventures where Izuku uses the Omnitrix to bring back Canonbolt's species and gather the survivors home to their restored home world as Arburian Pelarotas are believed to be extinct from the universe, but it wouldn't surprise Eugene Son one of the shows creators if there are a few alive somewhere.

This is confirmed by another of the shows creators as Derrick J. Wyatt believed that there are supposedly a few survivors scattered across the galaxy.

Second I really hope you take inspiration from iconography of the Western and Asian Dragons when you deal with both the mystical and Alien Dragons and maybe when Ryuko hits the scene.

Yes according to one of the shows creators Mystical Dragons live on Earth in the old continuity and also in the reboot. We just never saw them.

Please check the Ben 10 Wiki and their is something you can use involving Dragons as an example. For example There are also Mythical Dragons in Ben 10 Classic Continuity living on Earth along with Alien Dragons. Oh and the Mythical Dragons are in the Ben 10 2016 Reboot now as well.

Here is what I could find.

A sect of Forever Knights would stop at nothing to destroy dragons. Dwayne McDuffie in Alien Force once claimed more of this species would be seen in future episodes, but this did not happen and there were no plans to revisit this species in Omniverse because no one wanted to revisit that arc.

Here are sources from that web-sight. It is called Ben 10 Planet. I hope you get the links.

Crew Statements

Derrick J. Wyatt

File:Dragon Aliens Different From Mythical Dragons.

File:Mythical Dragons Exist.

File:Dragons Excluded in OV.

Speaking of which when you touch on the Forever Knights episode that brought up Alien Dragons maybe Ben gains access to that form and Dragon ends up getting an Ultimate Form and becomes sentient like with some of the Ultimate Aliens. Then maybe that dragon(His name is up to you)ends up looking out for Dragon Eggs and asks Izuku and also eventually Azmuth to keep them safe and the Dragon also ends up finding the more mystical dragons on Earth that never appeared in the classic series but you can take inspiration from the Ben 10 2016 Reboot, the Kirby series, Fairy Tail and also all the ancient legends of dragons from across the world to be unique.

And maybe on Izuku's and his Dragon's journey across the cosmos they also manages to convince the mythical dragons of Ben's Earth to migrate to Legerdomain or work to find the Alien Dragon's home world to help find a new home their as they are being hunted by the Forever Knights. That could also apply to the other mystical species on Ben 10's Earth who now with Earth being invaded every other week do not feel safe their anymore.

The reason why I hope you do this is because Ben 10 is one of my favorite cartoons ever and I want this story to shine. And to do that you need to put in the elbow grease and make something original. Now I hope that I am not offending you and I also hope you keep writing this story cause you do an excellent job with it and I cannot wait for more to come out.

Maybe you can make an arc where Izuku meets the Alien Dragon the Map Maker and also try to make Izuku try to bring the Mystical Dragons and their eggs to the Alien Dragon World to keep them self.

Dig into the Dragon Motiff's from across the world for their abilities. Please take a look at how the Western Dragon is depicted across Europe and also Northern, Southern, Central, and East Asian.

Here is the Western Iconography of the Dragon. During the early Middle Ages, European culture was largely out of contact with classical literature for centuries. During this time there was a gradual change in the usual mental image of the "dragon", i.e. the Latin draco and its equivalents in vernacular languages, which occurred in oral and written literature, including in classical literature. This led to the depiction in this literature of "modern-type" dragons, whose features are described below.

The modern western image of a dragon developed in western Europe during the Middle Ages through the combination of the snakelike dragons of classical Graeco-Roman literature, references to Near Eastern European dragons preserved in the Bible, and western European folk traditions including descriptions and drawings of animals named as types of snakes but inaccurately drawn with wings and/or legs. The period between the 11th and 13th centuries represents the height of European interest in dragons as living creatures.

Dragons are usually shown in modern times with a body more like a huge lizard, or a snake with two pairs of lizard-type legs, and breathing fire from their mouths. This traces back to the continental dragon, commonly referred to as a fire-breathing dragon. The continental, like many other European dragons, has bat-like wings growing from its back.

The Anglo-Saxon poem Beowulf refers to a dragon as a draca and also as a wyrm (worm, or serpent). Its movements are denoted by the Anglo-Saxon verb bugan, "to bend", and it is said to have a venomous bite, and poisonous breath; all of these indicate a snake-like form and movement rather than with a lizard-like or dinosaur-like body as in later depictions, and no legs or wings are mentioned; however it shows several dragon features that later became popular: it breathed fire, lived underground, and collected treasure.

The oldest recognizable image of a "modern-style" western dragon appears in a hand-painted illustration from the bestiary MS Harley 3244, which was produced in around 1260. This dragon has two sets of wings and its tail is longer than most modern depictions of dragons, but it clearly displays many of the same distinctive features.

Dragons are generally depicted as having an underground lair or cave, or living in rivers. They are envisioned as greedy and gluttonous, with voracious appetites. Dragons are often identified with Satan, due to the references to Satan as a "dragon" in the Book of Revelation.

In Western folklore, dragon-like creatures and dragons in Christian literature are usually portrayed as evil, except mainly in Asturian and Welsh folklore and modern fiction. Y Ddraig Goch is the Welsh name of The Dragon on The National Flag of Wales. Dig into Welsh and British folklore! The oldest recorded use of the dragon to symbolize Wales is in the Historia Brittonum, written around AD 829, but it is popularly supposed to have been the battle standard of King Arthur and other ancient Celtic leaders. Its association with these leaders, along with other evidence from archaeology, literature, and documentary history, led many to suppose that it evolved from an earlier Romano-British national symbol.

In the modern period and late medieval times, the European dragon is typically depicted as a huge fire-breathing, scaly, and horned lizard-like creature, with wings (usually leathery bat-like, sometimes feathered), two or four legs, and a long muscular tail. It is sometimes shown with one or more of a crest, a fiery mane, ivory spikes running down its spine, and various exotic coloration's. Dragon's blood often has magical properties. The typical dragon protects a cavern or castle filled with gold and treasure and is often associated with a great hero who tries to slay it. Though a winged creature, the dragon is generally to be found in its underground lair, a cave that identifies it as an ancient creature of earth.

Also remember to take inspiration from the idea of Dragons in Chinese Culture. But whatever you do make him actually work for his combat skills and master his skills.

The Dragon played an influential and beneficial role in Chinese culture. An amalgam of several creatures, including monitor lizards, pythons and the Chinese alligator, the polymorphic dragon was a water spirit, responsible for bringing the rains and thus ensuring the survival of crops. The dragon was the symbolic guardian to the gods, and was the source of true wisdom. This latter feature most likely resulted from the observation of the living reptilian counterparts which, usually at rest, seem to be in a near constant state of contemplation.

The dragon represented two of the ancient elements, Earth and Water, endowing the creature with powers of illusion and strength. A Yang symbol, the Taoists saw the dragon as a personification of the Tao itself—"the Dragon reveals himself only to vanish". Shaolin Buddhists saw him as a vision of enlightened truth, to be felt, but never to be held. Certain very old men were called dragons, these being well versed in the life-supporting skills of herbal medicine, agriculture, and Kung Fu. In early China, these skills were surely a matter of life or death, and those so educated were held in high regard.

Also seeing as Ryuku has a Dragon Quirk and Izuku needs some self defense training without his Watch why not make Izuku train and go into Dragon Style Martial Arts. Go with both North and South Dragon as he needs them to survive without his watch. And it would be awesome! Maybe Ryuku also gets involved in the Dragon Quest(Heh Pun)

Here is what I could find on North Dragon Style Kung Fu.

NORTHERN DRAGON KUNG FU

Students work on a paired striking blocking exercise and practice form techniques.

While there are many martial arts that require acrobatic leaps, dynamic athleticism, or the strength to break boards, bricks, or other inanimate objects, Northern Dragon is not one of those arts. In fact, Northern Dragon teaches students to stay firmly rooted on the ground, and with good reason—being grounded to the earth allows the generation of power from the feet on up. What this means is that as an art firmly rooted in the earth, your main physical concern will be building up the strength and endurance in your legs and core muscles that will allow you to maintain a stance for longer and longer periods of time. That's why its a practice; a discipline. Anyone can do it, given the commitment to the practice.

The dragon represented by Northern Dragon Style Kung fu is not the winged, fire breathing, destructive western dragon familiar to most people; it is the eastern, and more specifically, the Chinese dragon. The Chinese saw the dragon as an incredibly benevolent and life giving creature worthy of reverence. Students mimic this mythical creature's movements. Like the Chinese dragon, Northern Dragon stylists float and sink, circle and twist, and expand and contract in response to attack.

As the embodiment of benevolent, life giving, and revered creatures, a Northern Dragon stylist would never start an attack, and would do everything possible to avoid an encounter. However, if a fight is unavoidable, then an absolute and totally determined effort is applied to overcome a potentially stronger force. Following an attacker's first sign of aggression, a dragon stylist does not hold back, but becomes an instantaneous and non-stop attacking force.

PROGRESS THROUGH THE SYSTEM

Northern Dragon Kung Fu utilizes a standard western grading system of colored sashes denoting rank advancement. The ranks are as follows: Kai Shan (no sash), White, Yellow, Orange, Green, Blue, Purple, Brown, Black.

As students complete levels of the curriculum, they are constantly observed and informally assessed before being formally graded for their next rank. Grading cycles occur every four months.

Following an attacker's first sign of aggression, a dragon stylist does not hold back, but becomes an instantaneous and non-stop attacking force relying on floating and sinking movements with shoulders dropped and elbows bent.

A Dragon stylist defends himself by withdrawing or curving his body inwardly to absorb or neutralize any incoming attack. When the opponent has over-reached in his or her attack, the dragon stylist changes from soft to hard, and combines footwork with blocks as he intercepts his or her opponent.

The Dragon stylist will evade the opponent's attack, simultaneously intercepting and breaking through the defense of your adversary. You will take advantage of the tense side of the opponent's attention, or the lax side of his or her inattentiveness. You will then launch a strike from an unexpected direction and strike an unexpected area.

As one arm strikes forward, the other is readied back. Your arms swing in and out with power generated from the waist. The application of pressure is in the same direction as the attacker's force.

If the opponent moves forward, retreat and move along in the same direction as the attack. If he or she retreats, move forward into their retreating motion, and put the pressure back on again. Counter straight with curved, and curved with straight. Hands follow feet, feet follow hands. When the hands stop the feet follow, when the feet stop, the hands follow. Move left, go right, move right, go left. Up follows down, down follows up. A strike is a block, a block is a strike.

If the opponent's power is too great, the Dragon stylist steps off line, to counter an opponent's open area, and to "bounce" him or her out. The Dragon stylist, keeping the above in mind, uses many large zig — zag stepping movements with the practitioner constantly extending and contracting his or her body.

These concepts may seem hard to understand at first, but they will become more apparent with continued training in the Dragon style. These movements should be done together: up follows down, which could mean first strike up then drop low and strike. They could also be combined with the attacker's movements. For example, if the attacker strikes up, drop low and counter-strike.

As with any history, over a period of time, information is lost or improperly transmitted. Dragon style is no exception. For example, although I have studied Dragon style for many years, I am still learning new things about it. In some instances, I have come across information about the Dragon Style which differs from information that I received earlier. Therefore, all students, even (especially) at the instructors level, are constantly learning or relearning information or techniques in the Dragon System.

Now here is what I could find on Southern Dragon. The movements of the Southern Dragon style of Shaolin Kung Fu are based on the Chinese dragon. The Dragon style is an imitative-style that was developed based on the characteristics of the Chinese dragon that mixes each of the various animal styles of Shaolin Kung Fu.

Guardian-Sigil: I'll keep this all mind. However, I may not go that far into detail with the dragon alien. But you never know

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Kitsunefreak76: This story would've been so much better if Naruto was the main protagonist. He would've been better suited to use the omnitris better than Deku or Ben could ever think of. He also should've had One For All,he would not suffer any backlash and break his bones like useless Deku or Mary Sue Ichako. Naruto as the main protag could've brought more plot and he can easily beat Vilgax and All for One in an instant.

Guardian-Sigil: Soooo you want a Power Fantasy where there's no challenge, the hero has all the power, no struggles, and wins every fight to the point there's no point on even betting on who wins because we all know the results?

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BlueRanger0Lyric: Wow, that was quite the Chapter there, so much has changed and so many additions to it, like All For One being sent to the Null Void, I can't imagine it'll be easy for him to get out of there, especially with the Null Void Projector is destroyed, though this does leave me to wonder if All For One will find a way out or if the League of Villains will find a way to get him out of there, oh and All Might getting a Power Boost and Vilgax taking All Might with him to his ship, and for some reason, I fear that Vilgax will try to take One For All for himself, and if that was the case, then that'll make Vilgax completely unstable, though I imagine Vilgax doesn't know how One For All really works, or maybe he wants something else from All Might, not sure at the moment, but it's definitely not good, and now I'm wondering who's going be in this rescue party for Deku, I know Ochaco and Bakugo are gonna be in that team, same with Cinder, and I get the feeling Mina is gonna be in the group too, maybe Thirteen too (Still think she should be using She/Her pronouns, but I digress) though this does leave me to wonder if anyone else will be taking part in the rescue operation, I guess I'll just have to wait and see what comes in the next chapter, anyway, I liked how All For One got under the skin of both All Might and Cinder, and how the fight went in this chapter, and I'm looking forward to seeing how the next arc goes, keep up the good work

Guardian-Sigil: Only time will tell. Only time will tell… But hey some answers got here sooner like the rescue teaam. Now not all the pro heroes will be part of it as the Plumbers need support on the ground as it were. BUT as Nezu implied there are others on the way.

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Guest: Yikes! Vilgax is a absolute monster and is arguably more threatening than in cannon! And that is high praise considering how Can I make a suggestion? Why not bring in Lilo and Stitch and their cast of characters? That would be awesome! Imagine the Omnitrix Scanning all of Stitch's Alien Cousins and maybe we can see Azmuth and Jumba work together to change the universe.

If this happens you can have Jumba be one of the brains behind the good guys tech development of The Plumbers along with Azmuth and also David Shield (if he is brought into the circle of trust)being the weapons and armor development guy and they can both be the Brain Thrust and also Research and Development.

Guardian-Sigil: Well Jamba has already had 2 cameos now. Now Pleekly too. That said a MHA x Ben Ten x Lilo And Stitch crossover would be cute but it's probably better off as its own thing

But They won't be main stays here. There are already MHA and Ben Ten characters that fit those rolls. Heck we'll see two of them next time…oops. I shouldn't have said that, shouldn't have said that

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BlueRanger-Lyric (Again): I'm curious about something, have you heard of the Sci Fi story called "The Nature of Predators", if not, here's a link so an ongoing AI reading of the series

/playlist?listPLm8OjwhOz-FZG_M_A1u9dvNwW4VdUUHM9

But if you do know about it, I'm curious if you'll include races from this series in your fanfic like The Venili, The Gojid, The Arxur, The Kolshion or Zurulian, but that's ultimately up to you buddy

Hypothetical question, if Izuku had a Cybertronian transformation and the Nemetrix had a natural predator to that transformation, would it be a Scraplet or a Predacon from Transformers Prime?

Guardian-Sigil: Perhaps I will add those species, at least as background cameos.

Also Predacon they're cooler.

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Dreadbot: This chapter was amazing I really like the confrontation between all might and all for one I thought how you use the null void projector was awesome and I like how the end how will get showed up and just started bodying people without even breaking a sweat cannot wait to see where this chapter goes please keep writing

Guardian-Sigil: It's so great to see you all have such positive feedback for this last chapter. It means all my hard work paid off.

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DeadCool14: OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!

Oh sure, just drop another cliffhanger like that, that's cool

Damn, Animo actually said screw you guys, I'm going home XD

Tho I guess it makes sense, it would be weird if he was with the League, but also making a DNA Bomb, a device that turns people into yetis and an army of mutant ants to take over the world lol

Also, his full name is Aloysius JAMES Animo; just informing you because it felt weird reading it without his middle name

So is AFO gonna be D'Void? XD

Would you make Lightyear references? I can see Vilgax replacing Zurg in a lot of shots

If you have time during this break, would you check out some One Piece? Because I believe there are a lot of ideas you can pull from that. I would like more OP references mostly because one time Horikoshi told Oda in an SBS that he would surpass him, and Oda said he wouldn't lose, so I just think it would be fitting. Here's a link to a site where it tells you which episodes are filler so you can skip them: shows/one-piece

Well damn, Vilgax is just way more ruthless. Oh, he has his tentacle arms! Does that mean he'll also have his laser eyes?

Is there gonna be a scene like Into the Spider-Verse with Deku as Spidermonkey teaching Ochako how to swing with Black Whip? Cuz I can see that working in a romantic way

And speaking of Spiderman, Deku will get Ochako's grappling hooks right? And they will emulate web-shooters?

Why wouldn't Feedback die? I mean, I think it would be great for the story. First of all, it would be really trajic, since not only is Feedback Deku's first alien, but also the one that really represents his true personality, the one that he couldn't express because of the abuse he suffered in over a decade, and you could frame it similar to Ace's death, plus the great chapter title of "And Then There Were Nine" (the nine being Deku and the remaining 8 originals); it's also a very pivotal part of the OV story, and I think it would be great character development for Deku, like it's when starts to treat his transformations as living beings and not just tools, and just think of the moment when he's inside of Malware and meets his past self, only it's Aldera Deku with the Classic Omnitrix, which represents the part of himself that still sees himself as a weak, useless loser who believes he isn't worth anything, and finally moving on past that

Plus Albedo having Feedback and screwing with Deku after he loses him. Or maybe if he fights Bad Deku, who is exactly like him but evil, so it makes you wonder what he did so that he could keep him

Guardian-Sigil: Well you know me, I can't help but keep you guys hanging.

Yeah, my OG plan for Animo was that he would stick with the LoV BUUUUT he hasn't had a solo outing in a long time and he's better that way. So this was a good way to let him loose ont he world and where he and Deku can clash.

And I have made lightyear references. The suit was at I-island. And Mina said Space Rangers in this one

And I tried getting into One Piece but there were way too many filler episodes that threw me off. Now there are so many episodes I find it intimidating to start. Also, Fun Fact but there's a side character in an old (abandoned) fanfic of mine that was a MHA Next Gen. story has a little Tanuki that is based on Tony Tony Chopper.

Well Deku has to get Spidermonkey first

Also no. Deku doesn;'t need grappling hooks. He has a hoverboard.

I'm not killing Feedback.

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Metal Lizard: Now this is were things go crazy I know that Ochako will be going to Deku rescue from Vilgax''s ship with Hisahia Chopper and Kraab also maybe some of her friends maybe even Bakugo will help to I don't know what will happen but it will be crazy and maybe a new Alien some of the ones that I'm looking forward to apper are Blitzwolfer Jetray and Way Big again it's going to get crazy.

Guardian-Sigil: Hey wait a minute, where was Kraab? He wasn't in this chapter? So where could he be ;)

And I can't wait for those aliens either. But you will definitely be happy when they arrive

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DeadCool14 (again): Also I think it would be a nice moment that when Deku gets depressed after losing Feedback, Tsu would try to cheer him up by making puns

Oh, because I remember you saying that Way Big would only be a hundred feet tall before

Will some of the electric aliens use powers from Infamous?

Would you do this? "My Hero Academia x Brooklyn Nine Nine Comic Dub (Izuocha and Bakucamie) By rayman64productions83!"

If Deku mistranforms into Ripjaws and someone pins him, could he blind them with his lure?

Would you give a character Jake's obsession with Die Hard from Brooklyn 99? It can it working with either Hisashi or Kaminari

Have you seen these comic dubs by Aduubo on Youtube? There is a lot of MHA material there, they're very good lol

In the Shazam! Omake did Deku really see something in the strip club or did he have his head down the whole time and just got some hot wings?

Could you do a reference to Malignant? It's a badass horror movie made by James Wan, the guy who directed Aquaman. I can definitely see several scenes of that movie with Dekuzarro

When Octagon appears and if Deku has Brainstorm by then, will there be a very articulated spat?

Would it just be Deku time travelling in the spin-off?

Would Deku get Ben's OV shirt? But instead of a 10 it's 09? People could point out his connection with the number 9 and he decides to use it? Maybe they jokingly call him Izu-Kyu or De-Kyu? Like with Ben 'Ten'nyson ?

Would Tezuka also see Dark Shadow as her son? Given how in recent pics the two seemed very close when they were little?

Are you gonna see The Flash movie? There's some great material to pull from there for your time travel fic

Will you please have Brainstorm say "Unorthodox display of hubris but very well"?

You really don't wanna Mt. Lady Bakugou's cousin? It would provide some great omakes. And I for one think it would result in a funnier reaction if it was dropped out of nowhere

Guardian-Sigil: I have to check out Infamous.

I love brooklyn Nine Nine but not sure if i want to straight up copy already existing parodies when people can just youtube it themselves.

Not sure if Ripjaws has that ability.

Die Hard would be Kaminari I think or Hisashi in his younger years

I have to check Adobe. I think i have though

For the Shazam Omake…I don't know that's up to you to imagine what he did. It's funnier that way

I have to watch Malignant then

Octagaon vs. Brainstorm rap battele!

Yes, only Deku would be time traveling in the spin-off.

I have no plans for the OV shirt but he will be getting a costume upgrade very soon

In a way Dark Shadow is more like her child's best friend that's been around so long that she considers it her responsibility as well

I have no plans to watch the Flash movie. Which is sad because he is one of my favorite DC heroes but I can't get past the bad story, bad CGI, Ezra Miller, and the tired nostalgia bait.

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Dinobot: Now I want to know the reactions on Class 1-A when they learn about the Omnitrix and Plumber's and the Aliens and there going to be surpise about it expept Bakugo of course.

Guardian-Sigil: Well I hope I delivered. Seriously, I'm so nervous. Please be honest

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Omar: Is there a possibility that we have a time travel arc? I'm saying this because, well, it's 2023, the Flash movie was released and, honestly, Ben 10 also did that thing about time travel. In fact, we had that episode of Gwen traveling back in time to try to prevent Kevin from turning into a monster. So well, yes, Ben 10 did that. In this case, there is no magic and, therefore, the time travel spell is not an option, but clockwork is still an option. We will have an arc of izuku going through another crisis and actually pulling a Barry Allen by traveling back in time, maybe to prevent his bad relationship with All Might from happening or getting rid of All For One before he did too much damage or, heck, maybe to prevent Quirks from existing in the first place. I mean, after all, he has seen more than one life ruined just because of what this society of super-humans became, like Todoroki or Kota, for example, I can definitely see izuku saying "Look at the world, look at what my life has been, look at what the lives of other people like Todoroki, Kota or Melissa have been, whatever world I create by preventing any of this from happening can't be worse than this one".

Guardian-Sigil: NO time travel arc. BUT i plan to do a spin-off story where this Deku does time travel and visits other realities. Otherwise having time travel in a story can really mess up the stakes.

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Guest: So long shot but would u consider giving Yagi an Axe as a weapon. Like All Might with sword makes sense but an Axe goes with Yagi just something to consider while he's going through the challenges

Guardian-Sigil: It would be cool…Hmmmmmmmmmmmm

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Grimm: hey I have a question, does Aizawa like rath because of his love for cats or does he find it annoying? Besides, it would be funny how rath sleeps since he knows where to scratch a cat, plus I think he would love pesky dust, where he would ask Midoriya to throw some of that dream powder on him, saying that he would give him the least he can, for all those hours of sleep lost due to being the problem child, it would be hilarious. Although I would also like to know which aliens is the favorite of each 1A classmate, some of me already get the idea but it would be cool to know.

Guardian-Sigil: If Rath is asleep then he's adorable. But when he's awake it feels like he's dealing with another Bakugou that has the bad habit of shedding on the carpet. Oh, that would be a fun idea. Each character's favorite alien? Might have to wait till Deku has more then 24 aliens.

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Guest: I got idea for afo when he is in null void due to his damage body he will not survive that long unless someone there and help him by giving him aliens parts make him stronger, faster and deadlier. I got that idea from mib series alpha you can check on YouTube and maybe he can become like aggregor because he want become more powerful in beings in universe

Guardian-Sigil: Oh yeah something like that will happen since I did set up that stray tech does end up in the Null Void too.

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Felipe: Have you seen the last chapter of "and beyond" it was really incredible, they did a lot out of the Arctiguana species

Guardian-Sigil: Yup, I loved it and thought it was the most creative one they've come up with yet. Hope they don't mind that I'm gonna change up Artiguanna's powers/abilties a little bit

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Guest: Сделайте пожалуйста аниме про то где мидория нашёл Омнитрикс ультиматрикс пожалуйста автор умоляю

Guardian-Sigil: I am still considering whether to add the Ultimatrix or not.

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Guest: you know who is the perfect partner for ochako in the future tendi from Star Trek lower decks she fun, curious, funny, smart and bad ass

Guardian-Sigil: Just watched the show and she is great

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Guest: You know there are 10 banned aliens in the watch that are forbidden because they are to powerful or dangerous and shock rock is one of them

Guardian-Sigil: Cool. And Shock Rock is banned from this story too.

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Guest: Are you going to use the aliens in the Omnitrix that was never seen in the show

Guardian-Sigil: There will be some exceptions. HOWEVER, I am prioritizng the ones that did appear in the show first and foremost.

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Wendy: Question did you see the RWBY movie? "Justice League x RWBY: Super Heroes and Huntsmen, Part One"? Well, if the answer is no, there appears a teenage version of Jessica Cruz. This iteration of Jessica's appearance looks reminiscent of Ben Tennyson's design in the original series of Ben 10 as well as taking inspiration from one of his alien's design from the original series, Upgrade (her outfit combines the colors green, black, white, the same as Ben and Upgrade in the original series), this is because there are similarities between the characters, mainly that both Jessica and Ben are humans who come into possession of an alien item that allows them to be a hero in their world, they even gave her a superpower or Semblance that allows her to manipulate the digital world in which she is, which parallels Upgrade's ability to manipulate computers and machinery, many people relate Ben, Izuku and the green lanterns, so how about bringing that teenage version of Green Lantern Jessica Cruz who also has a bit of Ben 10 in there, into the story (not as a recurring character, but more like Mina's mom or mr baumann or Melissa, but we do know that she's an ally of Izuku), you don't have to change many things to adapt her to the world of My Hero Academia, because she is already adapted to the world of RWBY (RWBY and My Hero Academia are quite similar), if you want to know more about what I'm talking about, google "Green Lantern - RWBY Wiki - Fandom".

Guardian-Sigil: I am not familiar with RWBY in the slightest except for what "Jelloapocalypse" said in his "This is basically" series.

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Guest: Does anybody know if armodrillo is coming soon?

Guardian-Sigil: I know! … Oh you want a real answer. Um, eventually he's coming

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Guest: Will you ever bring up other interstellar powers in the universe. For instance in star trek their were dozens of political and military powers besides star-fleet. There should be more than just plumbers worlds and Vilgax's empire. Because their in no way the plumbers have jurisdiction everywhere and Vilgax doesn't control everything else.

Guardian-Sigil: Yes. We won't explore them all but I do have plans for the Incursians at least

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Guest: Hey man are you okay?

Guardian-Sigil: I'm fine. How are you?