A Sporting Good Time

Over on Dagobah beach, Momo leaped out of the wat of the Green Gorilla's slamming fists! She then made a massive mallet and whacked the beast across the face before using it to knock him back with a hit to the chin! Before Momo could use the mallet again, the Green Gorilla knock the head off with the back of his hand before using a palm strike to send Momo flying back! She tumbled a bit before landing on her feet and using the momentum built up to launch herself forward and kick the Green Gorilla! The beast flew back, just barely avoiding falling into the water before Momo surged forward! The Green Gorilla grabbed her in mid-air and slammed her onto the sand! But then, Momo's eyes were wreathed in crimson flames as she pushed the Green Gorilla back! Then, she threw a mighty punch, forcing the Green Gorilla to block the sand that was hitting him! Momo tried to punch again, but cried out in pain.

The Green Gorilla turned back into Izuku as All Might ran over to look over Momo's arm. "Yaomomo, are you OK?", he asked. "I'm fine, really", said Momo, but All Might shook his head. "It's no good", he said, "You've sprained your arm, Young Yaoyorozu. At least you didn't break it". "How could that happen?", Momo asked, nursing her arm. "I'm not sure", said All Might, "Any insight, Young Midoriya?" "Well, how do you use One for All?", asked Izuku. "I channel it into my arm before throwing a punch", said Momo, who then slapped her forehead, "Oh! I've been a fool!" "How?", asked Izuku. "When All Might throws a punch, he uses his whole body, moving everything in sync with each other", Momo said, "I should be spreading One for All out throughout my body, not channeling it into one piece of me at a time". "Let's not do that just yet", said All Might, "We're more or less done for now. I'll go get something for your arm, Young Yaoyorozu". He walked off to his pickup truck when his phone rang. It was Detective Tsukauchi, who sounded urgent over the line. "Are you sure?", All Might asked in a worried voice, "Did you speak to his mother? OK, I'll talk to him". When All Might got back to bandage Momo's arm, Izuku noticed the expression on his face. "What's wrong?", he asked. "You know that Villain you stopped at the USJ?", asked All Might, "He wants to talk with you".

Tartarus, a cold and dismal prison. The worst of the worst were held here, sometimes for a short while, other times an eternity. As Izuku and All Might walked through the unholy halls, they could feel the eyes of the prisoners following them. "Just keep your eyes forward, Young Midoriya", said All Might as they reached the interrogation room, a box-like structure that housed a single, white room with a steel table bolted to the floor. Behind that table sat Tomura Shigaraki, his white hair all frazzled. His cold, blue eyes stared intently as Izuku sat down in front of him. "Player...2", he growled. "You wanted to see us?", asked Monkey as his face transformed. "Indeed", said Shigaraki, "You're a remarkable specimen, Player 2. Sensei would absolutely go...heh...ape shit seeing you in person". "There a point to this?", asked Monkey. "Bring the other guy back", said Shigaraki, "He's the one I want". Izuku returned to normal, but his intense stare didn't waiver. "Kid, I've been hurt a lot in my life", said Shigaraki as he leaned forward as best he could, "I was beaten by my father simply for wanting to be like you. Beaten simply for wanting to help others. Forced to endure cold, rainy nights in the shed. Believe me, I know pain. So what you did to me may have hurt like Hell, but it is nothing compared to what you and everyone you love will endure when Sensei frees me". "Just who is your Sensei?", asked Izuku. "Ask All Might", said Shigaraki, "Everything that has happened and will happen all comes back to him. Ask where he was when a young boy, who saw his whole, awful family wither and die, who needed help and got nothing. Knowing him, he was probably training a protege relying on cheat codes like you". "Cheat codes?", Izuku asked. "I saw it happen", said Shigaraki, "Eraserhead was looking at you, but you stayed in your monkey skin. I want to know how you did it. How did you cheat?! HOW?!".

Just then, the door swung open and a man wearing a brown suit and yellow tie with his blue slicked back stepped in. "Tomura Shigaraki, stop talking", the man said, "You'll have to excuse me, Mr. Midoriya, but my client and I need to discuss the details for his court appearance". "I was already leaving", said Izuku. "May we meet again, Player 2", said Shigaraki as Izuku left the interrogation room. His lawyer took a seat in front of him. Shigaraki briefly saw purple smoke emerge from the man's sleeve. "How is Sensei getting me out, Kurogiri?", he asked. "At the moment, he has appointed the role of leader to me in your absence", Kurogiri said as he pulled out some papers, "From what little Dr. Merlot could uncover, it seems he wants you to remain here for the next while. At least until he finds a way to heal your body". "Do you know of any Quirks immune to Erasure?", asked Shigaraki. "None, that's why I avoided a direct conflict with my old friend, Aizawa", said Kurogiri. "Whatever cheat that Player 2 is using, I need it", said Shigaraki. "Have no fear", said Kurogiri, "As soon as I find out a way to recruit the Hero Killer's followers, we should be able to collect a DNA sample from the ape." "Excellent", said Shigaraki, "Does...Sensei still plan to?.." "It seems inevitable", said Kurogiri, "However, I have contingencies in place should Sensei move forward". "Thank you, Kurogiri", said Shigaraki. "My loyalty lies only with you", said Kurogiri, "Now, I have some other business here I need to attend to". "Do what you must", said Shigaraki as he rung a bell. At once, two prison guards and nurse came in with a wheelchair to return Shigaraki to his cell.

As Kurogiri left the interrogation room, he passed by many cells holding the most evil and dangerous Villains he ever knew. He kept walking until he stopped in front of the cell of a woman with purple hair, toned muscles, and a steel glare. "Kaina Tsutsumi, the Beautiful Lady Nagant", said Kurogiri stoically. "You lawyer types had your chance", said Lady Nagant, "The HPSC will never let me free". "Why do you think my master asked me to retrieve you?", asked Kurogiri, "You're a remarkable woman driven to despair by the very people you swore to protect. Why bother staying here?" "Who are you?", asked Lady Nagant as a purple portal opened up on the wall next to her. "I am Kurogiri, "and I need you to help me tear this system down".

All Might looked over the file, his eyes not believing what they were seeing. "Is something wrong, All Might?", asked Izuku. All Might hesitated for a moment, then handed Izuku the file to look over. It said:

Tomura Shigaraki, alias Tenko Shimura

Subject's psychological issues possibly stem from abuse by one or both parents, in addition to an unexpected Quirk Awakening.

Decay Quirk possible for the state of recovered bodies of the Shimura family.

Izuku looked up at All Might, who had tears in his eyes. "The beast...he's tarnished her legacy", he wept. "Whose?", asked Monkey as Izuku's face changed. All Might wiped tears from his eyes before looking to his protege. "Monkey, Izuku", he said, "I have never told anyone this aside from Nezu. It should shed light on the situation as best it can. My master, Nana Shimura, was the holder of One for All before me. We were quite a pair, her and I. At some point, Nana had a son, but in order to protect him, she gave the boy up for adoption". "No wonder he was so bitter about the idea of heroism", said Monkey, "Shigaraki's father's abuse must have warped his idea of it". "I should have been there", said All Might, "I could have…" "What ifs and suppositions won't help us", said Monkey. "What my brother means", said Izuku as his face returned to normal, "is that there may have been nothing we could do. Evidently, it's too late for him now. It's harsh, but at least Shigaraki is in here, where he won't be able to hurt anyone else". "Well", said All Might, "I guess we can count our blessings there".

The next day, Mina and Ochako began to spar in the gym. "You know", said Mina as she dodged a kick, "the Sports Festival may just be too tough for you". "What's that supposed to mean?", asked Ochako as she threw a punch, which Mina ducked under. "Come on, it's obvious', said Mina, "Midori likes big, strong ladies like Yaomomo." Ochako froze with rage, allowing Mina to get in a few kicks! "I know he'd give me a chance", said Ochako. "Not if I ask him out first", said Mina, "Oh, look, there he is now". Ochako then charged, only to slip on acid Mina threw down in front of her! Ochako used her Quirk to stop in mid-air, only for Mina to kick her into the padded walls of the gym!

Mina chuckled before she tried striding over to Izuku, only for Ochako to run up and grab her! Then, the gravity girl slammed Mina onto the ground! Mina wrapped her legs around Ochako's head and chucked her aside before leaping up! "What strength", she smiled, "But don't forget, there are guys like you all over the world". "Really, a Fighting Street joke?", Ochako groaned. "I knew a cutie like you would the reference", squealed Mina. Ochako blushed, then dodged a charge from Mina. Mina ran up and kicked off the wall, forcing Ochako to block a flying punch! Ochako threw her own punch, only for Mina to grab her flying fist and pin behind her back before forcing Ochako against the wall! "I win", said Mina happily. "How'd you get so good at this?", asked Ochako. "Lot of people used me as a punching bag", said Mina as she slowly let Ochako go, "I just made sure to hit back harder". Ochako shuddered. "Aw, come on, Mina", said Kirishima, "What about that time you got those guys off my back by break dancing?" "They didn't try punching me in the face", said Mina. Kirishima shrugged, but conceded to the point.

On the other side of the gym, Todoroki was fling ice as fast as he could, only for Momo to block the attack with her shield and kick him in the shin! "When will you realize that using half of your power isn't enough?", asked Momo. "I am using all of my power", said Todoroki, "I'm just using his". "Whose?", Momo asked, only to find her leg frozen! Todoroki then punched her in the stomach, only to recoil in pain as his fist collided with steel! "You're not only cowardly, you're predictable", said Momo as she used the shield to break the ice, "When you feel like actually putting in the effort to be here, let me know". Todoroki scowled as Bakugo walked over. "Who does that bitch think she is?", he snarled, "Ponytail should be happy to be here in the first damn place". "You don't speak for me", said Todoroki as he walked off.

Midnight scowled as she looked over the note given to all UA faculty members. "Stupid board", she grumbled, "I wanted them safe. They want ratings no matter what". "Penny for your thoughts?", asked a voice. It was Vlad King, leaning against the lockers. "Does the school board realize what it's doing?", Midnight growled, "They're putting the kids in danger for money." "Well, all I know is that not a cent is actually going into the school", said Vlad King, "What's Nezu doing about it?" "Knowing him, he's going to break out the rack, the pendulum, and the iron maiden", said Midnight, "But dealing with the school board is an arduous process. Worse, they weren't supposed to know about the mask idea until the day before". "How'd they find out?", asked Vlad King. "A file error, would ya believe it?", said Midnight, "Upside is that Nezu is beefing up security. A Pro Hero at every entrance and exit, HD cameras, automated weapons, you know, standard stuff". "I know how you feel about this situation", said Vlad King, "If it was my students, I don't know what I'd do". "That reminds me", said Midnight, "Tetsutetsu is still needed with me after school." "Don't you think he learned his lesson by now?", asked Vlad King. "Not yet", said Midnight, "He'll grow stronger when I'm through with him, though".

Just then, Recovery Girl walked in, followed by Kaminari. "Welcome back, Kaminari", said Midnight cheerfully, "How are you holding up?" "Much better now", smiled Kaminari, "I heard the Sports Festival was coming up and got to training as soon as I recovered." "Well, just make sure you don't burn out too soon", said Recovery Girl, "Honestly, the school board should be ashamed for letting them go on national TV". "Nothing we can do, unfortunately", said Vlad King, "We'll focus on what we can do, namely keeping our students safe". "I should go see my classmates", said Kaminari. "Indeed, they were worried about you the last two days, sonny", said Recovery Girl. As soon as Kaminari walked into the gym, He was hugged by Mina, Kyoka, Mineta, Sero, and Koda. "Good to see you guys, too", wheezed Kaminari happily.

Later on, Momo and Izuku walked down the halls to meet up with the other Class Representatives. "So, about the Sports Festival", said Izuku, "How do you want to broach the topic with them?" "Let us hope they're more polite than that miscreant, Tetsutetsu", said Momo. "Please", said a red-haired girl, "We're not all bad. I'm Itsuka Kendo, Class Representative of Class 1-B". She gestured to a short, fat student with gray hair. "That's Shoda, my Vice Representative", said Kendo as Shoda gave a short wave. "I'm Izuku Midoriya, and this is Momo Yaoyorozu", said Izuku, "And if my face changes to one vaguely ape-like, that's Monkey, my brother". "Good to know", said Kendo. With that, the four Representatives talked about their classes and their plans for the Sports Festival. "One person you need to watch out for is Monoma", said Shoda, "Guy has it in for your class". "Thank you for the warning", said Momo. "Don't mention it", said Kendo, "Though don't think we won't try to win as well". "I've got no complaints", said Izuku, "Let's just both do our best". "Same here", said Kendo as she grew her fist to giant sized before fist bumping with Izuku, "I can't wait to see how my Jeet Kune Do style does against your gorilla form". "Jeet Kune Do? Like what Bruce Lee used?", asked Momo. "Yep", said Kendo, "Can't give away much more than that, though. Don't want you guys finding ways to counter my attacks". "I hear you", said Izuku. "But yeah, this was productive", smiled Kendo as she and Shoda began to walk off, "We'll see you next week". "See you around", smiled Izuku.

As Momo and Izuku walked back to class, a thought occurred to them. "She's trying to get us to let our guard down", said Monkey as Izuku's face changed. "Yes, but she was at least polite enough to help us plan out strategies for the Sports Festival", said Momo, "Although, we should probably find ways to counter any attacks she might use". "I'm already going back to those old Bruce Lee DVDs", said Izuku as his face changed back. "That's a good starting point", said Momo, "But movies like that usually exaggerate the movements to make the fights seem more...intense. If you would prefer, I could show how to use Jeet Kune Do correctly." "How soon can you show me?", asked Izuku. "Tonight", smiled Momo.

Later on, the President of the HPSC, a woman in her mid 40's with aging, blonde hair, stared crossly into Lady Nagant's empty cell. "How could this happen, Mera?", she asked a man with shaggy, blonde hair and a blue suit with yellow shirt. "Electrical failure in the cameras was discovered before she went missing", said Mera, "Camera three went back online after she left". "We need to cover this up", said the President, "The second the rat finds out, our whole organization is doomed". "Too late", said Mera tiredly as he held up his phone, showing off a news article of the escape. "Clean this shit up", muttered the President as she left the prison.

Two weeks later, the students of UA put on their blue gym uniforms and went out to the stadium, where thousands of people were cheering and hollering in the stands. "Welcome back to the Annual UA Sports Festival", said Present Mic from his booth as announcer, "Today, the dynamic class of our great school will prove their worth and show the world true heroism." The crowd cheered as Class 1-A stood in front of the pit of flames, determination seeping through into their spirits. "Now, before we begin the fun", said Present Mic, "My usual companion has been banned from commentating for life as a result of the lawsuit last year". Aizawa snorted in the stands, only to then notice an Altesian Dropship flying over. "So, without further hot dogging and grand standing", said Present Mic, "Please welcome the apprentice of Team RWBY, leader of Team THBS, the one, the only...Thomas Azure!"

Cue Song: Thomas the Tank Engine by Junior Campbell and Mike O'Donnel

At once, a youthful, Arab man with long, black hair, a blue vest, white, baggy pants, purple sash, and two scimitars leaped out of the Dropship! He spun through the air before doing a perfect three point landing, with blue energy seeping up through his limbs and into his chest. The crowd went absolutely wild, as did Izuku. "Wow, it's really him", he said, "He can manipulate kinetic energy to defend and attack people. He's so cool". "Don't let All Might hear you say that", smirked Mina. "Thank you, thank you", said Thomas, "Now let's start this Sports Festival with a bang!"

To Be Continued…

Author's note: Thomas Azure is a RWBY OC I thought up months ago, though his Quirk was a very recent addition. He's based on a certain, very famous tank engine, as well as Aladdin from the Disney movie, even shares his voice actor. Oh, and THBS is pronounced Thebes, like the ancient city in Egypt.