(If you would like to jump straight to the movie-reaction section, feel free to do so. Chapter three will begin with an incredibly lengthy introduction to each character and their respective worlds)
*Click*
The manager is now standing in front of the big screen.
"Excuse me for a moment, but before we begin watching, perhaps I should introduce each group so that we can get to know each other."
"As you already know, I sent the invitation across space-time, so everyone here is from another world. Different worlds have different logics, so you might be surprised at first. Allow me to present the first group."
The manager motions his hand to where Team RWBY is sitting, and the spotlight shines on them. The screen then shows a short clip of Team RWBY fighting against Grimm creatures.
"They are Team RWBY: Ruby Rose, Weiss Schnee, Blake Belladonna, and Yang Xiao Long. They are Huntresses-in-training who fight against the dark creature, Grimm, to save innocents."
"Oh, umm, hi everyone!" Ruby waves sheepishly.
"Greeting, I'm Weiss Schnee, the heir of Schnee Company." Weiss bows politely.
"Hi there, this hot chick's Yang." Yang confidently said.
"Hello everyone, my name is Blake." Blake said.
"Wow! That's seriously cool. Do you guys fight those things every day?" Yuji's eyes sparked with interest.
"Yes, it's a Huntress's mission to fight against Grimm. We are still in training, but we want to be Huntresses so we can protect everyone!" Ruby said it confidently in her voice.
"That's so amazing! You guys are heroes for fighting to protect the innocent like that!" Yuji complimented.
"O-Oh, thank you! We are just novices, but we will do our best." Ruby blushes at Yuji's comment.
Seeing this, Yang snuck an elbow at Ruby with a grin on her face, while Gojo whistled at Yuji, leaving both of them embarrassed.
"I swear, those two are so adorable, I am going to die of diabetes just looking at them." Nobara smirked.
"May I ask what kind of weapons you are using there? They are unlike anything I have ever seen." Megumi asks the girls. At first glance, these girls appear to be wielding standard weapons such as scythe, knuckle, rapier, and katana, but upon closer inspection, Megumi notices that these weapons can fire shells and change shapes, which is unlike any of the Cursed Tools he has seen before.
"Oh, you want to know more about us, handsome?" Then I got your back." Yang stated.
"You see, my dearest sister here uses the Crescent Rose Scythe that can transform into a sniper rifle, and she can harness the recoil to increase her mobility or propel through the air. Next, the Ice Queen's favourite weapon is the Myrtenaster Rapier, which can fire various types of Dust to enhance her attacks. Third, Blaky's Gambol Shroud can transform into either a sword or auto-pistol, and she can use the ribbon to swing around like a grappling hook. Finally, me; I have my Ember Celica gauntlets, which allow me to punch my enemies to death or blow them up with shells." Yang explains as she shows everyone her and her teammate's weapons.
"I see, they are certainly interesting." Megumi said. He never expected to see so many gun-hybrid weapons in his life. Despite the fact that the Cursed Tools are anything but normal, he has no idea how these weapons work, but the video is undeniable proof that these girls are exceptional weapon masters, even more so than other Zenin Clan members he knows.
Others were just as impressive as Yuji and Megumi when they saw Team RWBY fighting the Grimm creatures.
"But this is extremely dangerous! How could the adults allow you to participate in the battle?" McGonagall is shocked at what she is witnessing. The fact that these young girls are fighting so well indicates that they have been doing so for a long time.
"Miss, we were taught at Beacon Academy. Although many of us have prior experience, we are taught directly by the Beacon professors. And because the Grimm are a threat to the people, it is our responsibility as Huntresses to eliminate them." Blake explains this to McGonagall.
McGonagall could not say anything else, but seeing how dangerous the Grimm were made her realize that the people in that world would have no choice but to fight them from a young age.
"Pardon me, young lady. "Are you saying there is a school where people learn how to fight?" Dumbledore inquires.
"Yes, Mister. Haven Academy, Atlas Academy, and many other schools are dedicated to assisting students in becoming Huntsman in order to defend against Grimm. We are currently enrolled at Beacon Academy." Blake's response made Dumbledore wonder if a school like Hogwarts existed in their world.
"Wait a minute, if you are a student, then there are people who are stronger than you?" Shun'ei asks.
"Yes, even though it is somewhat embarrassing to admit it, we are just newbies in comparison to trained Hunstmans. My uncle Qrow and Headmaster Ozpin are so powerful that they could bam and pow these Grimm like nothing!" Ruby enthusiastically exclaimed.
"No way..." It was all Shun'ei could mutter. The KOF group shared the same sentiment with him. Heidern honestly believed that these girls were no amateurs, and he could only imagine how strong a trained Hunstman could be.
"Pff, I could beat them easily." Isla stated confidently.
"Oh yeah? Then how about you and I test it out, paint girl!" Yang cracked her knuckles.
"Bring it on; I will show who's the boss here." Isla summons Amanda, her phantom hands, and clenches her fists.
They were about to fight when they became frozen in place.
"Wha..."
"May I remind you that fighting is not allowed here?" The voice came from the manager, who, despite not having a face, exuded a deathly aura that paralyzed them.
"If I see anyone trying to start a fight again, I will send them home right away, understand?" The manager said it in a calm voice. He then unfreezes Isla and Yang, who begrudgingly sit down.
"Grimm, huh? They look like a pain in the ass to deal with." Kaeya said. With Hilichurls and the Abyss Order already on his plate, adding the Grimm would only add to his workload, so he prays that those things don't find their way into his world. His fellow knights have the same thought, as facing three groups of enemies at once is unimaginable to them.
"Where the hell do those things even come from?" Isla exclaimed.
"That's what we have been trying to figure out for a long time. We don't know what or how the Grimm came to be, but we do know that they are drawn to negative emotions like jealousy, grief, loneliness, hatred, and fear." Blake explains.
"Damn, it must have been tough dealing with them every day."
"Yes, the Grimm are becoming more reckless by the day, but we must work harder to protect the lives of the innocent."
"Shit, I know we did not start off on the right foot, but you totally deserve respect for doing this kind of work."
"Thank you for your kind word." Blake understands that it is her and her friends' responsibility to protect the people, but she never expects anything in return. Hearing encouraging words like this, on the other hand, makes her smile and realize that her efforts have paid off.
"So, you admit that we're cool, paint girl?" Yang teased with a grin.
"Yeah, yeah, don't let it over your head. I can still beat you if I want."
"Whatever you say, paint girl."
The manager cleared his throat to get everyone's attention. "That concludes the first group; next is the second group." He motions his hand to where the Jujutsu Sorcerers were sitting, and the spotlight shifts to them. The scene plays a clip of Yuji, Megumi, and Nobara fighting against Curses.
"They are Jujutsu Sorcerers, people with special abilities who fight Curses to keep humanity safe from the shadow. The ones who are presented here are: Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, Nobara Kugisaki, and finally, Satoru Gojo."
"My name is Yuji Itadori. I am pleased to make your acquaintance." Yuji politely bowed his head.
"Hello, I'm Megumi Fushiguro."
"Nobara Kugisaki, I'm the only woman who hangs out with these idiots."
"My name is Satoru Gojo." Gojo slowly removed his blindfold, revealing his vibrant blue eyes. "And I'm the strongest." Gojo stated confidently, a huge grin on his face.
Many people are left speechless, either by Gojo's outrageous statement or by his stunning appearance. Some blush and turn away, while others widen their eyes in surprise.
Makima, despite her expression remaining unchanged, was staring at Gojo with intense interest. Both Heidern and Dumbledore scratched their chins, wondering if what he said was true. The battle-hungry people were eager to put their strength to the test against Gojo.
"Hey, hey! You said you were the strongest, right? How strong are you really?" Amber asked excitedly.
"Hmm, to put this simply...
Throughout heavens and earth, I alone am the honored one."
These words alone shook everyone in the theater.
"Anyway, pleasure to meet y'all." Gojo's tone then shifts to a casual one.
"I would like to know if you Sorcerers exorcise Curses like Shamans since you mentioned that you fight them." Hermione inquired, wanting to know more about the spiritual aspects, as Hogwarts has not documented much of them other than ghosts and poltergeists.
"Technically speaking, yes, we do exorcise Curses, but we use much more straightforward methods." Gojo explains.
"How so?"
"We just punch them until they're gone." Yuji responded by pumping his fist up.
"But aren't they untouchable by normal means? How are you able to pull that off?"
"Let us just say that it is a basis that our world's Sorcerers must understand." Hermione's surprised at Gojo's word. It would be helpful if she could communicate with ghosts; otherwise, she would have to ask those who live in that world for more information.
"By the way, I would like to point out that curses are not ghosts."
"Wait, they aren't? So, what exactly are they?" Ron curiously asked.
"Curses are the culmination of human negative emotions." When enough negative emotions congregate in one place, cursed beings emerge. The greater the fear, the more powerful the curse."
"Huh, they sounded kind of like the Grimm." Ruby said.
"Schools and hospitals come to mind as hotspots for birthing curses due to the negative memories associated with those locations."
Dumbledore and McGonagall could not bear the thought of curses spawning naturally at Hogwarts. Peeves are difficult enough to deal with, but if more invisible creatures threaten the lives of their students, they will have to take drastic measures. Harry, Hermione, and Ron consider themselves fortunate that they do not face anything frightening in their world, as they fear that their spells will not be sufficient against them.
"Of course, curses are not localized; in fact, when you consider humanity's collective fear and hatred, that, too, will produce powerful curses. As curses have existed alongside humanity, you can imagine how such a curse would be."
Everyone in the theater was stunned when they heard this. If curses were born from humanity, the people in that world would essentially be fighting an endless war forever, if not centuries more in the future.
Team RWBY understands this because humans in their world have been fighting Grimm since ancient times. Given that the devils they faced were somewhat similar, the Devil Hunters feel a certain similarity to the Jujutsu sorcerers. Heidern noticed an odd parallel to the Kusanagi, Yasakani, and Yata clans' millennia-long battle against Orochi.
"If a curse is that strong, wouldn't you lose against them?"
"Nah, I'd win." Gojo stated confidently.
...
The manager clapped his hands to get everybody's attention again. "Alright, that's the Jujutsu Sorcerers; the next one is..." He motions his hand to the Devil Hunters seats; the spotlight shines toward them.
"They are the Devil Hunters, government contractors who have taken it upon themselves to fight Devils whenever a threat related to them arises in the world. Standing here are members of Tokyo Special Division 4 of Public Safety: Denji, Aki Hayakawa, Power, and their commander, Makima. "
"I'm Denji, and I like eating jam on toast, I guess."
"Power, the strongest devil, is here. Grovel before me, lowly humans!"
"My name is Aki Hayakawa, Devil Hunter of Public Safety."
"I am Makima, a member of the Public Safety Devil Hunters. It's a pleasure to meet everyone here."
Everyone turned their heads toward the Devil Hunters, but the sight of Makima caused many to be unable to take their gaze away from her. It's like her yellow eyes hypnotized them into a trance.
"So, you guys hunt devils? What is it like?" Gojo speaks up, which snaps everyone out.
"Well, we just beat those motherfuckers until they were dead." Denji enthusiastically said.
"That sounds simple enough." Yuji muttered.
"The Public Safety Devil Hunters are divided into several divisions, each of which is dispatched to dispatch devils based on the level of threat to the public. We belong to Division 4 under Makima-san's command." Aki explains.
"Wait a minute, that Power girl just said she is a devil; then how did you let her in?" Ron exclaimed.
"Power is an exception; she is employed to ensure public safety. If she ever steps out of her line, there will be consequences." Makima explains as she casts a chilling glance over Power.
"Y-Yeah! I'm nothing like those devils." Power spoke with a shaky voice.
"From what you have said, I get the impression that the devils in your world aren't simply your typical demons. Is that right?" Gojo spoke up, his gaze meeting Makima's. There was a brief moment of silence as the two exchanged glances before one of them spoke up.
"Indeed. In our world, devils are born with a "name" that corresponds to a fear."
"Fear? As in the concept of being afraid of something?" Megumi enquired.
"That's right. Fear of blood, fear of death, fear of monsters,... anything that instills fear in humanity is the devil's embodiment of what that "name" represents. Devils will reincarnate as long as fear exists."
"Hold on, they sound exactly like curses." Yuji spoke up. The Jujutsu sorcerers also noticed the similarity between curses and devils.
"Hmm, is that so? If so, it might not be a coincidence that fate brought us here together." Makima stated, her gaze fixed on Gojo. It appears that there are a few troublesome people in the room that she must deal with first.
"Haha, then this will be an excellent opportunity for us to learn from each other, Miss Makima." Gojo responded cheerfully; however, he was sensing something wrong from this woman, so he must keep an eye on her to avoid any danger she poses.
"Certainly, Mr. Gojo, that will benefit both of us." Makima could not afford to miss out on so much valuable information, especially from that theater manager. If she could make use of his power and knowledge, her plan would undoubtedly succeed, but for the time being, she will just sit back and wait.
"I am curious, but if you are fighting devils, what kind of power or weapon do you use?" Yuji asks.
"I can transform into a badass chainsaw guy and chop those devils up like minced meat." Denji said. The screen shows Denji pulling on his chest cord, causing a chainsaw to form on his head and arms. Some of the audience winced at the bloody scene, but Yuji stared at it in awe.
"Woah, that's so cool!"
"Right? I did need blood to be able to transform, though."
"But is it not painful for you when the chainsaw appears out of your head like that?"
"Well, it hurt at first, but I am used to it now."
"Man, I wish I could make weapons sprout from my limbs or something; that would be awesome."
"I'll pass; I don't want anything to grow off my body like that." Nobara said.
"Eh? But having that ability is still pretty cool, right?"
"Not by any chance; remember the last time you were given a weapon." Megumi reminds Yuji of the time he broke the Slaughter Demon knife while fighting the Finger Bearer.
"O-Oh, right, but... Ugh, I'll just stick with my fist then." Yuji sighs in defeat.
"Next is P-P-P-Power! Witness my super cool power, pathetic humans!" Power then formed a massive hammer out of her blood and began swinging it around.
"Oi, watch it, you dumb fiend!" Denji ducks down.
"Hahaha, how was it, you pathetic humans? Isn't I the coolest?" Power grins confidently.
Yuji stared in awe at Power's blood ability, while Megumi and Nobara just deadpanned.
"Hey Nobara, do you think this ability is compatible with you?" Yuji asks his teammate.
"A bigger hammer might come in handy, but I don't want blood on my clothes or face, so no."
"Hah, you're just jealous because I have cooler power than you, lowly human." Power taunt.
"Bitch, please. I could easily nail you down with my hammer, but I will spare you because I do not want to get near a stinky demon like you."
"I'm not stinky; I am as clean as a whistle!"
"Oh yeah? "You stink so bad, I could smell you from here."
"I'm not!"
"Yes, you are."
"Not!"
"Yes!"
"Not!"
"Yes!"
"Not!"
"Yes!"
"Will you two cut it out?" Aki yelled at them, which eventually stopped them from taunting each other. That is not before Power blows a raspberry, to which Nobara responds by pulling down one eyelid and sticking out her tongue.
"I'm next, right? I have a contract with the Fox Devil that allows me to summon him in combat." The scene shows Aki summoning the Fox Devil by saying the word "Kon," after which the giant fox head appears from nowhere to chomp down the enemy in one bite.
"Woah, so cool! Megumi, can you summon a giant fox like that too?" Yuji asks his friend, his eyes twinkling.
"I can't." Megumi responded directly.
"Wait! That's it; it all makes sense now!" Nobara said it as if she had discovered something. She looks Yuji in the eyes, who knows exactly what she is thinking.
"Black hair, the ability to summon foxes, a gloomy attitude—could you two be long-lost brothers?!" Yuji exclaimed.
"No." Megumi and Aki both spoke at the same time.
"Really, Aki? "You have a brother you never told us about?" Denji asks in surprise.
"No! I mean, I do have a brother, but... he's gone." Aki reminisced about the memories of his late brother.
"Oh, I-I'm sorry." Denji empathizes with Aki, understanding how it feels to lose a loved one.
"Don't worry, it happened a long time ago." Even so, Aki recalls the memories of his brother being killed by the Gun Devil, and in his rage, he vowed to exact revenge on him one day.
"So I'm the last person, hmm~" Makima, stand up; all eyes are on her. "I have the telekinetic ability to move things around."
"So, that's all? "I thought the big boss was supposed to have some sort of OP ability." Gojo said.
"Raw power is not everything, Mr. Gojo. It's the power to control others that is most powerful. I'm sure that you can understand it, no?" Makima and Gojo's gazes meet again.
"Oh, I do get what your saying, but I don't necessarily agree with you. You see, I am not the type to order people around while hiding in my safe haven; I am more willing to figure things out on my own."
"Hmm, it appears that we share more than I thought."
"I'll consider that a compliment."
They exchange another brief stare before Makima sits down.
"It is a good thing I am not the only person here who sensed something was off with that woman." Kaeya thought. He hoped he would not be the first to confront her when the situation arose, because God knows what trickery she would pull on him.
Heidern was really worried that he would now have to watch this Makima woman and this Gojo guy, in addition to the theater manager. At the very least, the theater manager has no hostile intentions, and Gojo appears to be opposed to Makima, so he should not try to make an enemy of them right now.
"Thank you for the wonderful introduction, Devil Hunters. We will now move on to the next group." The manager motions his hand to the Knights of Favonius, and the spotlight shines on them. The screen then shows them in a parade.
"I present to you the Knights of Favonius, the knightly order that protects Mondstadt, keeps its citizens safe, and creates and enforces laws for all. The representations here are: Lumine, Paimon, Amber, Kaeya Alberich, Diluc Ragnvindr, and Eula Lawrence."
"Wow, you are actual knights? Like in the fairy tale, right?" Ruby excitedly exclaimed.
"Indeed, we are. The Knights of Favonius have always protected the citizens of Mondstadt from injustice and monsters. My name is Amber, and I aspire to be the best outrider ever."
"What's an outrider?"
"Ah, you see, an outrider is someone who patrols the area on a daily basis using wind gliders." The screen shows Amber patrolling her surroundings while flying through the air on her wind glider.
"So she is essentially a flying scout? That is interesting." Blake said.
"Who needs that when you have these babies!" Yang raised her Ember Celica up. The screen switches to a clip in which Yang is using her gauntlets to propel herself through the air.
"Is that even possible?" Eula and other knights gaped at the scene.
"Oh, I think my sister and Ice Queen can do it too. It is one of those things you have to learn to survive at Beacon Academy, I suppose."
"I-I see." Eula was still in shock at the display. It is normally impossible for someone to perform such feats unless they are exceptionally powerful vision users. Perhaps she could look into it further and learn how it works.
"I apologize for my rudeness; I forgot to introduce myself. I extend to you my greetings. I am Eula Lawrence, Captain of the Reconnaissance Company." Eula gratefully bowed.
"I'm Kaeya Alberich, the Cavalry Captain. Since Grand Master Jean is here, it's my responsibility to babysit these kids."
"Hey! We aren't kids; we are fully grown women." Amber protested.
"Whatever you say, Amber." Amber pouted in response to what Kaeya said.
"My name is Diluc Ragnvindr, and I have retired from the Knights of Favonius."
"Yeah, this kid here used to be the cavalry captain, but now he's just doing his own thing. Not really the fun type, you know." Kaeya grabbed over Diluc's shoulder, which annoyed him.
"And finally, our newest member..." Kaeya gestures toward Lumine.
"Hi everyone, I'm Lumine; I'm just the Honorary Knight."
"And I'm Paimon, Lumine's most trustworthy companion!" Paimon puffs out her chest.
"Wait a minute, how is that girl flying?" Ron exclaimed in surprise.
"Huh? Are you saying that Paimon isn't allowed to fly?"
"No, I don't mean that. It's just that only a fairy or pixie can fly; I have never seen a human who can do that before."
"Technically, Ron, we can do it with flying brooms or any floating spell." Hermione told her friend. However, she had never heard of anyone who could fly without the use of spells or magic tools.
"You guys fly with a broom? That's so weird." Paimon curious.
"Well, little girl. Our world is full of wonders that we would like to share with others as well." Dumbledore said.
"Do you think we can just openly share our secret like that, Albus?" McGonagall whispered to the headmaster.
"I can assure you, my dear Professor. The most fundamental step in building mutual trust is information exchange. If we have to disclose our status to every person in this theater for unimaginable knowledge, then so be it." Dumbledore winked at Professor McGonagall, who reluctantly agreed to his word.
"But isn't she a little, you know, too big to be a fairy or pixie?" No offense, Paimon." Harry said.
"It's fine; Paimon doesn't really know what she is. All Paimon can remember is her name." Paimon stated.
"But how can that be? How can you forget who you are?" Harry asks further.
"Paimon's not really sure; Paimon can only remember when she met with Lumine for the first time."
"Yeah, I just fished her out of the sea one day, and we have kind of become companions since then." Lumine said.
"Paimon have become besties with Lumine ever since!"
"I also keep her close by in case food runs out." Lumine teased.
"Hey! That's not funny; Paimon's not emergency food!" Paimon protested.
"Emergency food? So, she is edible? Can I eat her?" Power jumped up when she heard the word "food" and drooled when she looked at Paimon.
"Eek! Don't eat Paimon; Paimon doesn't taste good." Paimon then retreats behind Lumine to avoid Power's hungry gaze.
"Umm, Nobara, are you okay?" Megumi noticed that his friend was shaking intensely.
"Megumi, Yuji, I don't think I can hold it anymore." Her words drew the attention of her friend and teacher.
"That Paimon girl... She is... So cute!" Nobara was giddy with excitement. "She's so small and adorable, like a plushie. OMG, I just want to hug and smooch her all day."
"Agh, how can such a cute creature exist on this planet? I'm sorry, everyone, but I must do this; if not, then I will regret it for the rest of my life." As soon as Nobara said that, she tried to jump at Paimon.
"S-Stop Nobara! You can't do this now." Yuji and Megumi are now struggling to hold her back.
"I can't! Cuteness is the bane of my existence! Let me go right now!"
"Quit it, you dumb fiend! You're not allowed to eat people." Nearby, Denji and Aki were also attempting to restrain Power, preventing her from devouring Paimon.
"Nuh, uh, I want to taste that girl over. Just one bite, please~"
Now there are two crazed women setting their gaze at Paimon, who are completely terrified behind Lumine.
"Alright, that's enough. Please save it after the filming, and then you can cuddle all you want. Next is the fourth group." The manager motions toward the KOF's seats, and the spotlight shifts to them. The screen displays various fighters demonstrating their movesets and skills in the KOF tournament.
"The King of Fighters is the most prominent fighting tournament in their world. Fighters across the globe united in one place to compete for first place! Our fighters who have joined us today are Shun'ei, Meitenkun, Heidern, Leona Heidern, Ralf Jones, and Clark Still."
"A tournament, huh? I have not seen any of them in quite some time." Dumbledore wonders as he caresses his beard.
"You used to be in a tournament, Professor Dumbledore?" Harry inquired.
"Well, no. There used to be a contest called the Triwizard Tournament, in which three of the biggest wizarding schools competed for the honor and glory of winning the Triwizard Cup. It was one of the most spectacular competitions ever held in Europe."
"Then what happened, Professor?" Hermione asks.
"Unfortunately, the competition is also notable for being extremely dangerous. The tournament was discontinued after the 1790s due to the risk and rising death rate." McGonagall explains.
"Yes, there have been a few attempts to revive it, but none have been successful so far." Oh, how Dumbledore recalls the thrilling moment when Hogwarts champions claimed their victory over Beauxbatons and Durmstrang. All he could do was hope to see that scene again someday.
"Hey, was not there an upcoming festival that held something like this every two years?" Yang asks.
"Yes, there is. It is the Vytal Festival, an international festival that marks the end of the Great War. People around the world would gather and partake in a combat tournament. Because it will take place over several weeks, the festival requires a significant amount of organization and planning." Weiss explains.
"Hmm, girls, what do you say that we are joining this tournament together?" Yang stated her idea.
"That sounds great, sis! We could join as a team." Ruby excitedly said,.
"I have no objection," Blake said.
"All right, I will join, but do not dare hold me back, or I will make sure you regret it." Weiss warned her teammates.
"Yeah, sure, Weiss Cream. We can win this together." Yang smirked, and Weiss returned the smile.
"A tournament, huh? That gives me a great idea." Gojo grins as he mulls over the tournament concept.
"Are you plotting something sinister, Gojo-sensei?" Megumi can tell Gojo was up to no good with that grin.
"How cruel, Megumi-chan! How could you think badly of your dear teacher like that? Tell him, Yuji, Nobara." Gojo pretended to cry.
"No, you obviously are." Yuji and Nobara both said it at the same time.
"Greeting, everyone. My name is Heidern, and I'm the commander of the Ikari Warriors." Heidern stated this as the Ikari Warriors stood up and saluted.
"Leona Heidern, ready for orders."
"Colonel Ralf Jones, in your service."
"Lieutenant Clark Still, I help keep this group in check."
"Guess we're doing this now, huh?" Shun'ei stand up. "My name is Shun'ei, and I competed in KOF twice."
"I am... yawn... Meitenkun. Nice to meet you." Meitenkun said this as he fell asleep standing up.
Isla, on the other hand, was still refusing to stand.
"Come on, Isla. Just this one, please?" Shun'ei begged.
"Ugh, fine." Isla then finally stood up. "My name's Isla, and I paint stuff."
"Haha, it's that clown girl again." Power laughed and pointed at Isla.
"Fucking bitch, do you need me to teach you a lesson again?" Isla growled at Power and prepared to beat her, but Heidern's glance stopped her.
"Power." A single command was all it took for Makima to make Power meek again.
"Alright, everybody. Now we have our fifth and final group." The manager moves his hand to where the Wizards are sitting, and the spotlight shifts to them. Various scenes of Hogwarts students performing spells and magic appear on the screen.
"Wizards from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry study and practice magic in a world separate from Muggles. Today, we welcome Harry James Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Professor Minerva McGonagall, and their headmaster, Albus Dumbledore."
"Greetings, my name is Albus Dumbledore, and I am the headmaster of Hogwarts, and I am here to serve you."
"Hello, I'm Professor McGonagall; I'm a Hogwarts Professor."
"Greeting, I'm Hermione Granger, a third-year student at Hogwarts."
"Hello, my name is Harry. Harry Potter, Hogwarts third year."
"Uhhh, Ron Weasly. I'm in the same class as them." Ron pointed at his friends.
"Excuse me, but I'm curious about one thing." Yuji raised his hand.
"Yes, please ask your question." Dumbledore remembers him as the hyperactive young man with pink hair from before.
"Does your school actually teach magic students? Like actual magic that can make you float or create things as you like?"
"Well, you aren't wrong, young man. Magic is a precious gift bestowed on wizards from birth; our school only teaches them how to control and utilize it to the fullest. Hogwarts professors are experts in their respective fields. Professor McGonagall, for example, specialized in teaching transformation to students."
"Transfiguration? As in changing things into what you want?"
"Correct, young man. It is the art of altering the shape and appearance of an object or a person, and it was considered both complex and dangerous even for trained wizards." McGonagall explains.
"Really? Can you show me what it is like?" Yuji's eyes light up with excitement.
McGonagall was hesitant to perform magic in public, but Yuji's enthusiasm and Dumbledore's smiles persuaded her.
"Conversus." McGonagall said as she pointed her wand at her hat. The hat then turns into a sparrow, which flies away.
"Woah! That. Is. So. Cool!" Yuji and Ruby shouted.
"Thank you; have a treat. Conversus" McGonagall points her wand at the flying sparrow, which explodes into a rain of candies.
Yuji then picks some up and munches on them.
"Seriously, you're eating that?" Nobara looks in disgust.
"*munching noise* But they're tasty. Want some?"
"No, get those things away from me."
"Miss, miss. Can you teach me how to create cookies with magic?" Ruby asks.
"Oh, I don't know, dear. Magic cannot be taught; you must be born with it." McGonagall said.
"Aww." Ruby's face saddens.
"Don't be sad, sis; maybe one day you will have the magic to make whatever cookies you want." Yang comforts her.
"I'm not really sure about that, Yang. I don't think magic exists in our world; they're just fairytales." Blake said.
"Hush now, Blaky. "If magic exists in another world, why not in ours? Maybe it is just waiting for us to discover it."
"There is nothing that can't change your mind, isn't it?" Weiss sighed.
"Nope, not in a million chances." Yang grins back.
"So, how exactly do you make this magic thingy work? Simply point your wand where you want and say the magic words?" Gojo inquired.
"That is the Muggle explanation, yes. However, it is far more intricate than that; a spell's effectiveness is dependent on the caster's intention, wand movement, incantation, and focus. Not to add, the wizard's magic level also matters a lot because some spells need a higher magic level, which can only be used by wizards who have received the necessary training or who have sufficient magic level." McGonagall explains.
"That is more complicated than I thought, but what if I took away your wands? Would you be able to perform magic without them?"
"Wizards do not need wands to use magic at first, and we can do it without chanting an incantation as well. Wands, on the other hand, make it possible for wizards to channel magic and cast more powerful and precise spells."
"Ah, I see. In other words, a wand serves as a wizard's conduit, correct?"
"Yes, that is technically correct, Mr. Gojo."
"Last question: You have been calling Muggles ever since; what does that mean?" Despite wearing a blindfold, McGonagall could feel Gojo's cold stare on her.
It sent shivers down her spine, but she quickly regained her composure. "Muggles" is the term used by wizards to describe non-magic people. Although I have heard that the name varies by country. Many wizards use it as a derogatory term for Muggles, but this is no longer the case. Mr. Gojo, please accept my apologies if you found it offensive."
"Is that so?" Gojo said calmly before breaking into a smile. "It is fine; it was just a misunderstanding; we're cool, right?"
"Yes, thank you for understanding." McGonagall is perplexed by this man's sudden mood shift.
"Based on what you have said, I am guessing there are two sides: magic and non-magic, and both are hidden from each other, am I correct?" Gojo said.
"Yes, both Muggles and Wizards are safeguarded by the International Statute of Wizarding Secrecy, which demands that Wizards remain hidden from the Muggle world in order to protect both parties."
"Interesting, it seems like wizards and sorcerers have a lot in common."
"Pardon me, but how do your sorcerers come across?" Dumbledore said.
"Let us just say that Jujutsu sorcerers are kept secret from the general public and that we also set up schools to teach aspiring sorcerers how to survive."
This is in stark contrast to the Huntsman, Knights, and Devil Hunters, all of whom made their status public. KOF fighters have also competed in global tournaments, so this comes as a surprise to them as well.
"There is one thing I dislike about sorcerers: too many ignorant higher-ups who only cared about their traditions and would discard those who went against them. They are like weeds; no matter how much you kill, more will grow."
The Dumbledore group became uneasy upon hearing this man speak casually about killing as if it were nothing. The chills came back, and McGonagall was especially uneasy. She clutches her wand tightly, ready to hex him if he dared to threaten her or Dumbledore.
"However, I admire teachers such as yourselves, as you are helping the future generation, which is a plus in my opinion." Gojo gives them a thumbs up.
"Thank you, Mr. Gojo. We appreciate it." Dumbledore spoke calmly. McGonagall fears having heartache talking to this man again.
The sounds of hands clapping were heard from the manager.
"All right, has everyone finished introducing themselves?" Good, because we have arrived at the main event of the day: movie watching!"
"Finally, I was waiting for this for so long." Denji excitedly said.
"Viewer Disclaimer: The film is rated PG12 due to elements of sex, violence, drugs, crime, and so on." For children under the age of 12, parental guidance and advice are required."
"Dumbledore, I'm not sure about letting the kids see this."McGonagall worried.
"But, Professor, we are over the age limit; is that not enough?" Hermione said.
"Professor, if that happens, we can just ignore it or erase our memory later?" Harry said.
McGonagall agrees grudgingly; she just does not want the film to traumatize the children.
"As always, please be civil during the movie and do not litter on the floors. The snack bar is on the right, while the restrooms are on the left. Finally, enjoy the show."
"Just hurry up and show us already!" Nobara said.
The movie title shows up on the screen: Shin Kamen Rider.
The screen begins with the Toei Company logo and quickly transitions into a chase between the main characters and two trucks on mountain passes.
"Catch the wind! And use your mask!" The woman who was gripping the man tightly said:.
They run into a swarm of trucks connected by webs that explode, sending the trucks and the main characters flying off the road.
"Geez, that's one way to start a movie." Shun'ei said this while chewing on buttery popcorn. Despite the loud noise, his friend, Meitenkun, continues to snore.
As the woman falls from a great height, she is picked up by riot police wearing white pointed masks.
"Terminate all traitors. That is my task."
A strange man in a spider mask appeared, and he appeared to be in command of "the police."
"Woah, that is one hell of a creepy mask." Yang said it in disgust.
"Why does it always have to be spiders?" Ron mutters. Yang shares his fear of spiders.
He claims that the organization instructed him to capture the woman while she was still alive. Instead, he will simply ensure that she can never escape again. He presses his fingers against the woman's eyes, ready to crush them.
"Oh god, please don't." Harry and his friends close their eyes, refusing to look at the screen.
Suddenly, a loud sound startled the spider man's group. On top of the hills stood a masked man with a cloak.
The masked man jumped at the spider man's group. Immediately, he grabbed the heads of two riot police officers and crushed them with his hands, causing blood to spurt on his mask.
The majority of the audience in the theater gaped at this screen.
"Wow." Gojo whistled at the brutal scene.
The spider man retreated, but not before leaving a small spider crawling on the woman's leg.
The masked man continues his assault on the riot police. Every hit was fatal, with cracked bones, skulls split open, and so on. The police barely had any chance to defend themselves; they were spewing blood everywhere, like inflated balloons. This is not even a fight; it is a massacre.
Eventually, the masked man finishes with a flip jump, and the title appears.
"SHIN KAMEN RIDER."
"Oh god, I don't feel so good." Ron dashed to the restroom to puke. His friends were able to contain their nasea, but they were not faring any better.
McGonagall froze and turned to face Dumbledore, who was also speechless. As someone who lived through the First Wizarding War, she has witnessed many things that would leave others speechless. But this? At worst, the man on the screen has no remorse for killing others. Even the dark wizards are not capable of such brutality.
Heidern and his soldiers were looking at the screen with serious expressions. While the Ikari Warriors are no strangers to death or bloodshed, the fact that the film begins with a brutal screen means they can no longer take it lightly.
Heidern was particularly concerned about who the masked man was and how he came to wield such power. If he is capable of killing without remorse, he must be monitored closely.
Leona was having a flashback to the time she lost control of the Riot of the Blood, which caused her to go berserk and nearly kill her teammates.
"You're okay there, Leona?" Ralf asks.
"No, I'm fine, really." Leona assured.
"Hey now, no need to take the burden by yourself. Just talk with us if you aren't feeling well, 'kay?"
"Teammates are supposed to look out for each other, remember? Do not think you are bothering anyone, Leona." Clark said.
Leona eventually regained her cool. "Of course, I remember. It is because of you that I was able to fight to the best of my ability." She gave them a gentle smile.
"Eh, too much blood for my liking," said Isla. Shun'ei thought the fight scene was cool, while Meitenkun is still sleeping.
The Knights were mostly fine, but they were uneasy seeing the masked man slaughering cops mercilessly.
The scene's brutality and copious amounts of blood make Team RWBY cringe. Yang covered her sister's eyes, not wanting her sister to be traumatized.
The Devil Hunters were unfazed by the scene because they were used to seeing blood and guts spill. Power, on the other hand, was ecstatic when she saw the bloody scene.
The same could be said for Jujutsu sorcerers. Yuji, Megumi, and Gojo are still watching intently, and while Nobara is disgusted by the blood, she is intrigued by the plot.
The screen then shifts to a wooden cabin, followed by a close-up of the masked man's face. He is now questioning why he murdered those people.
Examining his body, the man was constantly reminded of how he brutally killed those people in the flashbacks.
His hands tremble in fear, and his voice is shaky, as if he is still in shock from what he has done. He took off his gloves, revealing his grotesque hand, then quickly put them back. Following that, he attempted to remove the mask and reveal his hideous face.
The man could not believe his eyes. He recalls being kidnapped while riding his motorcycle by a group of women wearing masks and being taken to a sort of surgery room. Then the woman from before had rescued him from that place, and they fled together but got chased down; the rest is history.
After remembering everything, the man closed his mask and went to find that woman for answers.
"Well, that was certainly... something." Kaeya said. The situation escalated faster in just a few minutes, so it appears that watching a movie will not be as relaxing as he anticipated.
"I am not the one to judge, but whoever did plastic surgery on this guy was not doing a good job." Yang said, which got a few chuckles from some people.
"Yang!" Weiss shot her a glare.
"Come on, I was trying to make things a little less intense."
Despite the fact that the flashbacks only lasted a few seconds, Heidern was able to deduce that this man was being experimented on. Probably for some sort of super-soldier program, similar to what the NESTS used to do. If that is the case, it explains his abnormal strength.
"Although it is strange that this man has just killed people mercilessly, he appears to be terrified of what he has done now. Most likely because the woman rescued him from the experiments before he could be brainwashed." With limited information, perceptive individuals like Heidern, Makima, Gojo, and others were able to draw this conclusion.
The man interrogated the woman by grabbing her shoulder, but when he realized he had accidentally hurt her, he drew his hands away.
Before the woman could say anything, an old man in a suit, whom the man recognized, intervened. He introduces himself as Professor Midorikawa, stating that a mysterious organization has turned him into a synthetic insect-hybrid augmentation.
Professor Midorikawa says that he can revert to human form simply by expelling the excess prana from his energy converter. The belt slides the turbine device outward and spins counterclockwise, releasing colorful energy through the nozzles and the armor; the lower half of the mask retracts, allowing Midorikawa to remove it. Hongo's face has returned to normal, though he still appears shocked.
Professor Midorikawa informed Hongo that he had chosen him to be on his side and that only he could entrust Prana's future to him. Midorikawa then explains that Prana is an omnipresent source of energy that sustains all life and that by harnessing it, Hongo was able to wield superhuman powers.
Hongo's body is currently outfitted with a Prana Absorption-Amplification System, and his protective gear includes a converter lung that is integrated with his belt and mask.
Many people were intrigued by the concept of Prana. Gojo thought it was quite similar to Cursed Energy. Makima is enthralled by the prospect of harnessing this energy for her own purposes. Heidern was particularly concerned that such potential power could fall into the wrong hands.
Midorikawa explains that Hongo has sought and been granted the power to protect, but Hongo denies it and claims to have killed people with it. Then Midorikawa stated that while all of the Augs in the organization have the same power, they all use it for personal gain. For this reason, he wants Hongo to use his power to defend the countless weak.
The woman introduces herself as Midorikawa Ruriko, Midorikawa's daughter. She then listed all of Hongo's details: Straight-A student and all-round athlete, but a glum-chum. Unemployed and only hobbies are riding motorcycles.
She goes on to say that, while she does not trust him, she'll put her faith in his abilities. Ruriko then puts on a red scarf for Hongo because she believes it is important for motorcycle riders to dress well, and heroes always wear red.
"I can tell she has a soft heart beneath that cold face." Amber stated.
"Really? How do you know?" Eula skeptic.
"Well, it's just my gut feeling."
"Naive girl, it'll get you killed some day."
"But my gut instinct has never been wrong, which is why I put my trust in you, Eula." Hearing that, Eula only humped in return.
Professor Midorikawa then shows Hongo the motorcycle Cyclone, which is custom-made for him to fight the organization. He goes on to explain that the spider mask man from before is Kumo Augment, one of the evil-infused augmentations.
Hongo noticed a strang spider hanging from the thread, and it was following him back to Midorikawa's hideout. Midorikawa yelled at them to flee, but before they could, Ruriko passed out, and dozens of spiders crawled out of her jacket. Kumo Augment has already inflated their hideout, restraining Hongo with his webs and capturing Midorikawa.
Midorikawa was unfazed by his capture and seemed to accept his fate. Kumo Augment unzipped his vest to reveal his other two arms and strangle Midorikawa. He gushed about how good it felt to take the life of his prey with his own hands, as that is his idea of good manners.
"So now, Midorikawa Hiroshi, please die. Become a part of my happiness."
Hongo had no choice but to watch Midorikawa be killed in front of his eyes.
Ron was extremely terrified, not only because he had just witnessed a swarm of spiders but also because he was now watching this spider guy murder people in full-open view. If there is any food left in his stomach, he might vomit it up soon.
Harry was gripping his throat tightly, as if he were the one being suffocated. It reminds him of his first year, when Quirrell tried to strangle him in the underground chambers. At least he has his mother's protection, but this old man's isn't so lucky.
Yuji despises what is happening on the screen. Although he knew it was just a movie, the fact that he was watching someone else die and being powerless to save them was causing him great discomfort. It is one of the reasons he can sympathize with Hongo and his fear of his own strength, as Yuji's abnormal strength made it difficult for him to make friends before joining Jujutsu High, so he was an outcast among his classmates.
The sadistic tendencies of Kumo Augment also led many viewers to despise him as well. Even those with a calm demeanor, such as Heidern or Kaeya, are disgusted by his actions and want to end his life.
"Hongo. Look after Ruriko." It was Midorikawa's final word before he was strangled to death. His corpse then dissolves into foam and vaporizes.
"Thank you for granting me happiness. I wish you eternal happiness too."
Kumo Augment grabbed Ruriko's unconscious body and left a TNT explosive, intending to finish Hongo off. Hongo's attempt to break free from the web was futile; the bomb exploded, destroying the entire cabin. Yet there was not a scratch on Hongo.
He took Cyclone and pursued Kumo Augment, pressing the red switch on the handlebar and then pushing the front section downward, the motorcycle transforming into its fully armored form. Cyclone's multiple mufflers also function as rocket boosters, significantly increasing acceleration force and maximum speed.
Typhoon belts collect wind and convert it into Prana, transforming Hongo into Batta Augment-01.
"So. Cool!" Yuji and Ruby shouted.
"Woah. It's just like those superhero comics I've read." Denji stared in awe.
The Hogwarts trio can only gasp at the scene: Harry and Ron for how cool it was, and Hermione for how unbelievable it was.
"Yeah, I guess that's pretty cool." Isla said, trying hard not to show her excitement.
"So he gathers Prana from the winds? Interesting. But it's also a drawback if there are no winds to use." Diluc analyzed.
"True, if the enemy figures it out, he will not have time to transform before he is killed." Eula stated.
With Cyclone's incredible speed, Hongo was able to get ahead of Kumo Augment, who was surprised that the explosion did not kill him.
"You really are Midorikawa's masterpiece. You're less damaged than I expected, Grasshopper-Aug."
"That's not my name. It's... Rider. Call me Kamen Rider."
Kumo Augment expressed regret at having to eliminate a fellow Augment, but his mission is to "terminate all nuisances." At Kumo Augment's command, a group of combatants holding electric spears appeared.
The combatants swarmed Kamen Rider, but they were no match for him. He dispatched them with ease, crushing their skulls and bones like they were made of glass.
Despite the fact that the gory fight only lasted a minute, it still made a few light-hearted viewers uncomfortable.
"Bloody hell, not this again." Ron was holding his stomach to not throw up again.
Team RWBY shudders at the sight of the scene; even though Kamen Rider is fighting to protect people, the fact that he was willing to murder people is still unsettling.
Heidern and Gojo suspected there was something more sinister at work. Something that allows Hongo to kill without fear of repercussions.
After finishing the combatants, Kamen Rider went to Kumo Augment. Kumo explains that he kills humans on behalf of other Augments who have given up on humanity because that is his idea of happiness.
They eventually start fighting. Kumo uses his agility to avoid Rider's attack while praising him for his previous bloody display. However, Kamen Rider denies it, and even though they are both Augs, they are unable to see eye to eye.
"Look at this! We're both overwhelmed with lethality! This joy of not being human! You are also an Aug. So why... WHY CAN'T YOU UNDERSTAND THIS HAPPINESS?! Now, please die. Become a part of my happiness."
Kumo used all of his four arms to restrain and pin Rider against the walls. However, Rider used his strength to launch both himself and Kumo into the air, causing Kumo to release him. Kumo is now at a disadvantage due to being suspended midair. Kamen Rider builds momentum, his prana forming butterfly wings on his back, and he initiates the Rider Kick.
Kumo is thrown against the walls and instantly killed; his body dissolves into foam.
"Hell yeah, Kamen Rider!" Isla yelled, unable to hold back her excitement any longer.
"Woah!" "That's teach him a lesson!" Yuji and other young viewers goes wild.
"That was a weird way to finish your enemy, but it was cool though." Blake stated, though she probably should not be surprised at this point.
"Haha, now I want to try my hands against the fella." Ralf's heart was racing with fire.
"His moves were a little sloppy, but he has potential." Clark stated.
After finishing, Rider goes to pick up Ruriko. She explains to him that in order to prevent sensitive information from leaking, all agents melt when they die, which is also how they will die. She also claims that the mask contains a system that enhances Rider's survival instincts. It makes him more aggressive and removes his aversion to bloodshed, allowing him to kill without mercy in order to survive.
Many were surprised by this revelation, and they are relieved that Hongo was not as heartless a killer as they first suspected. The fact that this equipment enables people to kill without remorse is what worries them more.
"So, that is how this organization brainwashes their grunts? Typical secret syndicate movement." Heidern thought.
"Do you suspect this organization to be similar to NESTS, sir?" Leona asks her commander.
"We do not have much information on them right now, but if this organization is using Prana energy for this, they must be stopped at all costs."
"Yes sir!" Leona responded, and Ralf and Clark nodded.
"Whatever this organization's intention is, turning people into heartless killing machines is unthinkable, in my opinion." Diluc stated. The Knights agree with him; protecting the people is their first and foremost duty, so this has left a bad taste in their mouth.
"Humans are weak…*nom nom*." Power said while stuffing a bunch of food in her mouth. She could not understand Hongo's reluctance to kill; killing was in the devil's nature, and if they didn't, they would be eaten.
Dumbledore and McGonagall are still shaken by the bloodshed and cold-blooded nature of the Augs. While Dumbledore is still fascinated by Prana and how they might interact with magic, McGonagall is all for bringing the students back for their own safety. Fortunately, the students persuade her to let them stay because, despite the extreme violence and graphic images, they want to see Hongo's journey and where the plot will lead him.
"What I did… It pains me." Hongo laments.
"Pain" and "happy" are almost identical when you write them in kanji characters. "Happiness" is just one stroke away from "pain." At least when you endure the pain, you make somebody else happy. That's what it takes to protect others." Ruriko consoled him.
The audience feels mixed feelings after hearing Ruriko's words.
This hit Yuji hard. Yuji was always willing to put himself in danger to save people because it was the right thing to do, but hearing these words weighed heavily on him. It is as if it is reminding him that just having strength is not enough and that protecting people requires more. Yuji felt Hongo was similar to him.
"Hey now, buddy, you have already done a lot of good. Just keep doing your best." Yuji was on the verge of tears when Gojo patted him on the back. Gojo's smiles reassure Yuji that he is on the right path.
"Thank you, Gojo-sensei." Yuji wiped his tears and gave his biggest smile.
Megumi and Nobara both have someone close to them who has protected them since they were children, but now it is their turn to protect them because they want them to be happy as well.
Gojo's happiness was seeing those grumpy higher-ups die and be replaced. Gojo will gladly endure all of their schemes and get his hands dirty so that one day, the younger generation can finally be free to decide their own fates.
The Devil Hunters each have their own way of finding happiness: Denji was eating good food and touching girls' boobs, Power is her cat, Meowy, and Aki was exacting vengeance on the Gun Devil. But deep down, they have come to see each other as family, and they wish for others to have a better life.
Makima, however, as the Control Devil, is unable to comprehend human concepts of happiness, but her heart craves love and the ability to feel emotions like any other person. Unfortunately, her nature would twist that love into a tool to manipulate others for her own gain.
Ruriko's remark got Team RWBY thinking. To keep people safe, Huntsman must be strong enough to fight Grimm while also carrying the burden on their backs. They may not understand the full meaning yet, but it is a step toward learning and becoming a true Huntsman for them.
The Knights nodded at Ruriko's words. As Mondstadt's protector, they must deal with not only physical threats but also injustice and corruption to ensure that its citizens can live comfortably and without oppression. Although the workload is always heavy, seeing the citizens live peacefully has been enough to motivate them to continue their service.
"He possesses great strength, but he lacks conviction. How naive." Heidern knows that if Hongo wants to protect people, he must step up and do whatever it takes, or he's just a mere pretender.
"Maybe now, but I have faith in him." Clark said.
"Haha, since when you were a believer, man?" Ralf said.
"Just now, we'll have to wait and see."
"Pfft, this guy is too wimpy." Isla stated.
"Really? Weren't you just shouting like a kid when he kicked the spider mask guy?" Shun'ei teased.
"No, I didn't!" Isla denied
"Yeah, you totally did; even Meitenkun can tell it, right?" Shun'ei turns to his sleeping friend, who nods slightly.
"Hell no! Do you want me to give you a knuckle sandwich now?!" Isla threatened, but Shun'ei only chuckled in response.
"I don't think he is a bad person." Harry said this to the professors.
"How can you be sure, Harry?" McGonagall asks.
"If he's really a bad person, he wouldn't save that woman."
"Oh, Harry." McGonagall could not deny that, but Hongo's ruthlessness still bothers her.
"There are many different kinds of people in this world, Harry. It is impossible to tell whether they are good or bad just by looking at them." Dumbledore has witnessed a great deal of good deeds carried out by people with ill intentions. "How about we make a bet, Harry?"
"A bet? For what, Professor Dumbledore?" Hermione asks.
"To demonstrate whose belief is correct. If Mr. Hongo remains a good person throughout the film, Harry will be able to make one request of me."
"But what if he isn't? What does Harry lose?" Ron curious.
"Well, let us just say it is a secret, unless you do not want to participate." Dumbledore shot a grin at Harry.
"Albus! You can't be serious." McGonagall scolded, but Dumbledore gave her reassuring looks.
"Deal! Anything here means I can ask for anything, right?" Harry stated firmly.
"As long as it is within my authority." They shake hands and sign the deal.
"Bloody hell, Harry, did you seriously just strike a deal with Dumbledore?" Ron exclaimed.
"He did, indeed. It was a stupid thing to do." Hermione facepalmed.
Regardless of what his friends said, Harry chose to believe in his conviction.
Hongo was lost in thought, his body trembling. He apologizes to Ruriko for not being able to save her father, but she dismisses him, saying that saving her was enough.
Ruriko maintains a calm demeanor. She claims that her father and she share only one thing: a strand of DNA. She, like Hongo, is merely a tool to assist him in developing a practical application for prana.
Hongo disagrees with her, believing that Professor Midorikawa created this body out of love for Ruriko.
"That's a surprisingly positive take on his ego. You're so naive. No wonder he chose you."
"The guy is too good for his own." Kaeya thought that the goody two shoes like Hongo always have it hard in life.
"Kindness is a virtue, but too much of it will lead to your demise." Eula stated. Being a descendant of the infamous Lawrence Clan has taught her not to show her vulnerability to outsiders, or she will find herself on the receiving end of the blade.
"He and Yuji are really alike." Gojo thought to himself. Both are gentle souls thrust into a cruel world where dogs eat dogs, though Hongo is more reserved. "At least he isn't alone on his journey."
"I'm liking this so far." Nobara's interest in this film has been piqued by the plot and the characters. She is most impressed with Ruriko because of her strong personality, which she shares.
"An easy target to control, Midorikawa has clearly thought this through." He clearly chose Hongo specifically because his gullibility and desire to save people allowed him to be easily manipulated. If it had been anyone else, they would have refused or betrayed him, proving that Hongo was not a random choice after all.
"Midorikawa was clever, but not clever enough to save himself." Makima muses.
Ruby was conflicted when Ruriko dismissed her own father. She had always believed that family members love one another no matter what, but hearing Ruriko's uncaring tone about her father was new to the red hooded girl.
Yang and Weiss, on the other hand, can see why Ruriko said that. Both were never on good terms with their families because of how abusive they were. Despite only knowing Professor Midorikawa for a few minutes, Ruriko's words made them wonder what kind of person he actually was.
(To Be Continued)
(Author Note)
Heya everyone, It's Daichung06 again with another chapter. This time with an actual reaction chapter and a long ass introduction. I will split Shin Kamen Rider into two parts because it is 2 hours long. The story will include a lot of audience reaction cut-in because, as I previously stated, I want to focus more on the reaction, so I would normally assume you have already seen the movie.
Anyway, if you enjoyed it or have a suggestion, please leave a comment. I will see you in the next chapter, Daichung06 is out!