Zed Pov:
"Seabrook. Once considered a small town that seemed perfect for anyone to live in, to suddenly become a home for zombies after one accident involving a power plant and lime soda. Then changes to it being a home for werewolves after learning about how the town originally belonged to them and then finally aliens coming here to tell us that my girlfriend's family originally came from space. It's a lot to take in, but also how it opened the door to many creatures coming to town and stirring up trouble. Luckily the town had a plan for that, which came in the form of my friend and a zombie everyone can call a protector. Revenant, him along Sentinel who helps Seabrook with unusual incidents and help any of creatures that need assistance have done everything in their power to help out whenever they can. Yet I think even Rev and the others need a break from looking after the town, which is why I'm inviting them to the new boardwalk that was rebuilt after the Leviathan incident. Just need to pick up some things and we're will be heading off, best way to finish the summer."
Morning-TZ's Nick Knacks Lounge
It was a usual sunny day in the town of Seabrook with everyone enjoying numerous activities before the season was over. Lately it seemed that the residence of Seabrook needed it after surviving another life-threatening moment that came from their very own beach. Right now was Zed and Addison who planned a day to spend with their friends were heading to a new store that had opened up out of nowhere. While they would think there would be something off that a shop came out of nowhere, it didn't look mysterious or had ill intentions. It was open at Zombie town which had many of the zombies coming over to buying supplies for the season, meaning it be unique as well have things that no one would suspect to be useful.
"It's been a few weeks since everyone began to settle down, along adjusting to the Ceto living here since they're still adapting to the town. I still think it's a good idea you came up with to invite everyone to the boardwalk."
Addison bringing up that the mayor who had to look over anything else that could be hiding either in Seabrook either in the forest or in the beach. She could do her job and welcome the Ceto fully as well give them the homes that were made for them and make them honorary citizens of the town.
"You're telling me. My dad has been nervous to step outside since Leviathan, whenever he goes to work he has his old baseball bat and pads just in case if anything happens. At least he can say he's a zombie ready for anything."
Zed responding about that his father not taking things lightly and would be prepared if anything else comes out of nowhere and starts causing a ruckus. Deciding to go off topic and focus on getting supplies for the boardwalk trip, they looked around seeing numerous items they could use during the boardwalk. Such as several snacks and things to keep them hydrated during the hot day, there were many items to purchase for the occasions which all were half off. Addison on the side was looking at another part of the shop that was labeled 'trinkets' with each one more decorative than the last.
"Would be nice to have something to help make this Day memorable, though it be nice that this day wouldn't end."
Thinking that this might be the only day which felt peaceful, and nothing would happen after the events that happened in town. Deciding to take the goggly eyed trinket she made her way to the cashier spot, Addison waited for Zed to come back as she waited for a while to see if anyone would come over to help her out with the purchase. Hearing a shopping cart from behind her she saw Zed coming over with several items he found which were bags, several beverages and sunglasses that were personally designed to be unique for whoever wears them.
"Got everything for the perfect day. What you'd get?"
Asking her about what her purchase as she showed Zed the small trinket which looked like something Zoey would make on her own. He had thoughts about the item but saw how it made her happy since it was adorable like, placing the items on the counter he looked around to see if anyone was around to help with the purchase.
"Hello?! Is anyone here?"
Zed calling out to the owner or any employees that might be lingering around to see if they could help them out with the items they wanted to buy. While he was focused on trying to find help, Addison noticed by the cash register was a sign that read 'please leave money by the side and have a good day', which left the impression of the owner being occupied and trusting the customers to pay for the products. Obliging to the note and putting the right amount of money by the cash register, the pair walked out of the store and made their way back to Zed's house who was right now helping Zoey with Puppy's growth spurt that he's developed over the past week.
"Hope this trip to the boardwalk helps Rev relax for the day. Even after things had settled, he's been keeping busy with Sentinel and reading Nightwing's books on myths and legends."
Addison telling Zed about how Rev had been focused on research and studying then socializing with the others after he took down Leviathan. He noticed it himself after he tried to convince Rev to welcome the Ceto fully into Seabrook which was a massive celebration which everyone attended except for Revenant, who stayed behind at the big house to read stories about ancient monsters and legends. Though he took a break today after Zed called him to help out with Zoey since her pet had begun to change after it's time being with the zombie girl.
"Hope it does. Cause once summer it's over it'll be fall again and everyone will be busy and won't have time to hang out, so it has to work."
Zed stating that most of them would be doing their own things such as himself heading to college with her and the others doing their other stuff that required their attention. Heading up to the door the pair heard a ruckus happening inside which made Zed and Addison worried, rushing inside to see what was happening they saw outside in the backyard was Zed's father and Zoey who were trying to calm Puppy down who had now become the size of a car.
"Puppy! Drop him! I said drop him!"
Zevon calling out to the big dog as it looked like Puppy had something in his mouths as well refusing to let go of what he was chewing on. Taking a chance to the zombie dog, Addison placed her right hand behind his ear softly scratching him as it was able to make the excited canine relax and sitting down at her feet. The zombies were surprised about how calm she was at the dog as well how Puppy was reacting to her.
"I learned several things when I was in space for a bit, mostly that it's good to stand your ground against something that's both large and just is too excited."
Responding to the surprise look she was getting from everyone as Puppy's jaw slowly began to open up as well dropping what looked like a body. Startled at what Puppy had in his mouth, it was Revenant who was covered in dog drool as well shocked at how long he was in there.
"So. I have questions, which I think they should be answered right away."
Zed suggesting to everyone about why his friend had become a chew toy to Puppy and capable of eating him whole. Rev however was out of breath from being chewed and stopped his friend for a moment before looking at the zombie dog, who was whimpering about what he might do to him. The only thing Rev does to the large dog was rubbed the front of his face not holding any type of aggression at him.
"He was playing playful. Got to excited and licked my face, which then he ate him. Zoey and Zevon tried to get me out but was impossible, somehow I'm a delicacy."
Answering his friend's question as Rev headed inside to clean himself after spending time as a chew toy. Zed looked at his dad who wasn't sure on how to handle the matter but knew he should talk with him since he needed to spend some time with friends then hang around here all day. Addison decided to stay outside with Zoey to help learn how to calm Puppy since it had become difficult with his new size, meanwhile Zed heads inside of his house where he heard from the bathroom was Rev getting himself cleaned up.
"So Rev, I got some stuff for the new boardwalk today. Everyone's coming to visit, thought would join us."
Bringing up what was happening today as Zed waited to hear a response from his friend as he heard nothing but rustling in his bathroom. Taking a few seconds to see if Rev would respond, he saw the door open showing the zombie in different clothing as well a look on his face that he wasn't interested in accompanying them. Walking over to the couch he sits down to settle himself from being Puppy's chew toy and takes out EarPods as he plays some music on his phone.
"Come on buddy. It's been weeks since you survived that fall from the tower and almost losing yourself. That shouldn't stop you from enjoying your life."
Expressing a concern attitude to him since Rev has been keeping himself busy at the Big House and ignoring the remaining week of the summer. While the zombie was listening to the music, he was able to hear Zed's mention about spending his summer with amusement than work. Looking over to Zed who waited for him to answer, he turns off his music deciding to respond to him since he was the only one that knew him better than anyone.
"Who says I'm not enjoying it? Lately whenever something happens I'm at the center of it, or the one to investigate it. So right now, for the good of Seabrook. As well my closest friends and family, I'm going stay in this house. Help with the dog I gave your sister house training since it's getting bigger and stronger, and nothing else."
Making his proclamation about how when an occurrence that involved either mysterious visitors or unnatural discoveries, he was the one to either that starts it or has to get involved. In order to avoid that outcome and get involved in another type of strange situation, he decided to not do anything and stay on the couch as well spend time with Puppy since he became a handful for Zed's sister. While it was admirable for him spending quality time with his sister since he was busy trying to get into college, Zed couldn't let this go on as he merely sighs in a sly manner about his suggestion and coming up with a resolve for the matter.
"Yeah. About that, I told Nightwing about you taking a break which doesn't mind. You definitely earned it, but also that he had some new books coming about several new legends that could happen since your reputation started to grow."
Brining up an interest that he's been going into which caught Rev's attention as he looked at Zed with an annoyed look at how he was getting to him. Especially bringing in Nightwing of all people since he might come to see the boardwalk. Unable to think of a response for his friend and how Zed had seemingly won him to come with them today, he only calmed himself as well decided to get better clothes if he was going go with them. Coming from the back was Zed's father who saw the young man heading out as he saw how the conversation went between them ending quickly.
"How'd it go?"
Asking Zed since he couldn't hear the conversation happening since he was focused on watching Addison helping Zoey with Puppy and was wondering if it went alright. He saw how his son looked conflicted about bringing him outside to spend quality time with the others, as well that he wanted to keep to himself for the time being.
"He didn't say no. But I think it's because I brought up something he might be interested in if he came out with us."
Responding to his father about what Rev get if he came with them to the boardwalk leaving Zevon to sigh at his son deciding to use that option in getting the zombie protector out of the house. Yet if that was it took in helping Revenant settle down and enjoy the summer, then it had to be done in the hopes for him in not thinking about any upcoming crisis or monster attack.
Later-Seabrook's Boardwalk
When Leviathan had rose from the beach his tower had left most of the area covered in debris as well destroying most of the boardwalk in the mist of its downfall. Though with Sentinel's assistance as well from city hall, the boardwalk was brought back and had become bigger than before. Especially how it involved zombie, werewolf as well alien stands for everyone to enjoy. Revenant was looking over the pleasant sightseeing everyone enjoying the sight, except for him since it was bringing up memories about his fight with Leviathan as well scaring Wynter in almost dying. For the time being he thought that both of them could spend quality time with their families and meet up when they knew nothing was going happen and could go back to being a couple.
"She misses you."
Breaking his moment of silence as Rev looked over seeing Wyatt who was with Eliza since the two needed this after helping the mayor with what would be the best entertainment for the new boardwalk. So far the people that Zed and Addison brought along was the two of them, as well Brit and Nightwing since they wanted to check out how things were settling, especially with the Ceto who were at the beach enjoying the water as well socializing with everyone. Revenant was the only one without anyone to hang out with.
"Next week the pack is going a werewolf solstice party. It'll be perfect for you to see her again, and possibly have a good old fashion wolf party."
Eliza bringing up an event that she was invited to since she began dating Willa's brother. Hearing that news made him lightly happy since he always enjoyed seeing Wynter excited and showing her fierce personality to everyone, though right now he still didn't feel like himself due what happened here. Looking over at the ring toss stand was Brith and Nightwing as he saw the Sentinel leader beating the Fruitpire in the contest.
"How come you know how to chop up a perfect fruit salad but not throw a ring on a bottle? You have to be several centuries older than me and you still stink."
Messing with him as Nightwing said nothing but muttered about how he wasn't himself since there were no fruit on the boardwalk but fast food and snacks. The only thing he had to eat was the reserved fruits he brought with him when he was invited to come and join the event. Hearing a whistle from Addison who was by Zed as they noticed the rides now opened, the gang walked over to join the pair as they saw everything ready to be rode on.
"Alright. So the werewolves got the wild bumper cars up and running, the zombies have the brain ball throwing contest and lastly the aliens have this game called. 'Star boat cruise' which is using remote control boats on a lake that looks like outer space. That sounds fun."
Zed reading off the numerous activities that would be fun to try out as each of them made their way to enjoy the games. Meanwhile for Revenant, was still nervous about participating and looking at his amulet since he hasn't worn it in a while. Keeping it in his pocket he made his way over to one of the stands while Zed and Addison watched at their friends enjoying themselves. Taking the opportunity to show Zed the trinket she got from the store, Addison had to tell him something important about.
"I found something unique about our little buddy. It grants wishes, and the one wish I thought of was an endless summer. One where we can enjoy it without any trouble and our friends enjoying everything around us."
Addison explaining the purpose of the item which made him smile since the idea of an endless summer would be just the thing that everyone needed. Heading off to enjoy the boardwalk with everyone else, each of their friends were checking out the rides as well games set up for the people to participate in.
"Summer cheers on the boardwalk, Ferris wheel don't stop sales at the Seabrook shops!"
She started to sing about where they were as well what they could do while checking out the place such as the Ferris wheel that was set up and new shops selling numerous items to the residents. Zed was walking over by the edge seeing several aliens showing off to the people small firework rockets they made for the occasion and lighting them up.
"Roller skate at the art park. Fireworks spark at our froyo spot, so much to do. With the perfect view!"
Joining along with the song as well watching the fireworks going up into the air lighting the sky up with dazzling colors and imagery. Right by the beach was Wyatt and Eliza who were looking at the beach and having tea that was made by a Ceto server as well handing out tea to the beach goers.
"Hit the beach with a tan, lemonade in my hand. Then we do it again and again and again!"
The two singing along as they saw half of the people at the beach starting to dance in sync with the moment. Unable to control themselves, they participate in the dance as they couldn't help themselves. Revenant was by the rails who saw the group dancing as he smiled at seeing his friends enjoying themselves.
"Cause time flies when you're having fun! In an endless, endless, endless summer! Feels like it just begun, don't wanna end this end this ever!"
Hearing everyone talking about an endless summer which sounded something he'd enjoy, no worries and no work for him to worry about. He felt his foot tapping to the beat as he was slowly about to join them, but not without noticing his amulet glowing in his pocket.
"Endless sun, endless beach. Endless school days of all week. Cause time flies when you're having fun in an endless, endless, endless, endless summer!"
The singing interrupted his curiosity as he decided to ignore it since could have been from the sun reflecting the glow off the metal. Deciding to check out the other stands, Brit and Night wing were participating at the alien's game where the two were remote controlling the boats and hitting each other.
"I sunk my boat in the Star Boat Lake, it's probably from the nine hundred funnel cakes."
Brit questioning about how the funnel cakes she ate might have been messing with her concentration while Night wing was feeling hot. Which was strange since he was used to enjoying walking out in the morning, but this time it felt off.
"Is it me or is it getting hotter by the day? Feel my face burning red like a cherry on a fudge sundae!"
Asking her as he was about to pass out from the heat before dropping onto the floor. Brit panicked as she dragged him over to the tea stand that Wyatt and Eliza who were suddenly getting tired at their dancing. Just as Revenant was noticing it, he saw how more people were getting tired as well unable to stop themselves from playing more games at the boardwalk.
"Will every day in Seabrook just be the same till we lose count? Will fun lose all its meaning when it all just keeps repeating?
Joining in on the singing as he felt confused that he wasn't in control of himself. Especially how from behind was Zed and Addison who were still enjoying themselves but saw how they looked tired themselves like the others on the beach.
"Time flies when you're having fun! In an endless, endless, endless summer! Feels like it just begun, don't wanna end this end this ever!"
Joining along the song as well tried to not fall on the ground like Nightwing did by Brit who couldn't stop eating at the boardwalk's food stands. Revenant wanted to help out but felt his body moving with the song as he synchronized with the two as well dancing by their side.
Endless sun, endless beach. Endless school days of all week. Cause time flies when you're having fun in an endless, endless, endless, endless summer!"
Calling out the wish as well prepared to drop on the floor as Rev rushed over to catch the two. Just as things began to settle and the song ending, several of the games gave the trio a jump scares as well noticed how they couldn't stop themselves coming over to play more games and rides.
"It's all a disaster, this ain't happily ever after! We're never gonna last here stuck without warning, can't cheer our way out of boring, did we cause global warming?"
Asking each other as the more they continued to participate the more it got hotter as Zed and Addison were confused about what was happening. Wyatt and Eliza managed to get off the beach while getting a tan in an instant due to the extreme heat. Rev was about to check them out before hearing what sounded like a stomachache, which was Brit who was holding her stomach from the food as well fanning Nightwing who couldn't move at all by how hot it became.
"Pulling out my hair from the same thing, same day, same me! I need another season to save me. Can't eat at the beach shack, no not ever again! And by the way does this song ever end?"
The four singing at the same time as Revenant saw how his amulet glowing showing there was something wrong with everyone. Taking a chance to use the moment to his advantage, he followed the rhythm and saw the trinket that Addison brought was at the railings as well acting like a clock moving its arms clockwise as it made everyone redo their activities again.
"When time stops it ain't no fun! In an endless, endless, endless summer! Feel like it's begun, somebody end this, end this, end this!"
His friends pleading to end whatever was happening to them as Revenant rushed over to grab the small toy and smash it in the hope he stops the loop. The more it made everyone continue their actions, the more restless they became and almost causing accidents around the boardwalk.
"Endless sun, endless beach! Always the same day of the week. When time stop it ain't no fun in an endless, endless, endless end this! End this! End this, end this, end this summer!"
Screaming at wanting this to be over as Revenant grabbed the trinket and throws it hard to the ground causing it to break into several pieces. Suddenly on impact it broke whatever had his friends and half of the people under its influence. Walking over to check out in his friends, Rev saw how each of them manage to get back up as well figure out what happened.
"Can someone tell me how I got this tan and feel like I'm ready to go back to school?"
Eliza questioning her friends since she didn't plan on going to the beach as well Wyatt since he noticed himself getting one as well. Zed and Addison looked just as confused themselves as they looked over at the trinket they bought from the store. Going over to check if it wouldn't move again, the trinket suddenly reassembled itself as well looked at the group with its googly eyes.
"I thought it was supposed to grant a wish not come to life and make it a nightmare."
Addison claiming how it was just an item to make wishes on, she didn't expect it to happen as well make everything go wrong. Watching the trinket stare at them, it turns it's back and hops off running away from them trying to avoid getting smashed again. Revenant looked at his amulet as it was losing its glow as the trinket was making its escape.
"Nightmare or not. I called it when weird things happen when I'm around, and right now I'm not exactly feeling upset about it."
Telling the others as he chased after the trinket as the others would follow him. But they'd take their time since the constant moving and dancing made it difficult to catch up with him, but even if they want to head home. They had to figure out what exactly happened to them and how that item was responsible for the trouble.
Afternoon-TZ's Nick Knacks Lounge
Following the runaway trinket all the way to Zombie Town, Revenant was able to catch up with it as well seeing it hope right into the window of where it originally came from. Taking a second to catch his breath from the running ad not stopping for a second, he looked at the store for himself and not remembering it being open. He didn't even know it existed, as he looked at the store, he didn't hear coming up from behind was Zed and Addison who were accompanied by Brit and Nightwing who came along to see this for themselves.
"Eliza and Wyatt had to go home due to the tan they got, but right now I'm getting the feeling that toy Addison got is from whoever owns this place."
Brit telling Rev about why their group were two members down as the zombie nodded about that the owner was the one responsible for its actions. Taking a look at the doorknob appearing unlocked, he took the first step and decided to enter the store. Everything was off and was now giving off an eerie atmosphere with the items appearing unusual.
"Can't believe one little toy makes us have a summer blowout. Should have told you about this place."
Zed apologizing to Rev as well Brit and Nightwing who were in charge of checking out mysterious activities happening either outside or here in Seabrook. Though now it was too late since if that item alone could make them get stuck in a loop, then everything else here was dangerous if it got into the wrong hands.
"Neither of you knew about this place, even I'm skeptical at who would own something like that. Or more importantly what TZ stands for."
Nightwing responding to the apology made as the fruitpire was fascinated with the store along Brit since it didn't look sinister but had a mellowed charm to the place. Revenant continued to look for the trinket as he checked each of the shelves, having no luck he turned around seeing how the others were doing.
"It may have glued on eyes but it's clever. Let's try to watch our step and not fall into whatever home alone trap it's set for us."
Suggesting to everyone as he noticed the four not saying as their attention were right above his head. Addison was gesturing to him how the trinket was on top of his head and looking down at his hair. None of them moved or tried to get its attention as they waited for the right moment to get the jump on it, just before they could move. The lights turned on blinding them as well a butterfly net going over the trinket as well Revenant's head trapping both of them inside of it.
"Got you troublemaker. I've been looking for you all day, had close up shop and lose customers."
Spoke the owner of the store which would sound reliving since he might be able to explain what was happening. Yet none of them could say anything as the owner was more unusual than anything they had seen, since they were look at a tiki headed man with a flower shirt and wearing dark grey shorts with matching sandals.
"What's wrong? My leaf's looking moldy? I just had them watered."
Asking them about the three green bamboo like leaf's he had on his head which got their attention. Though they were still speechless at the tiki headed man since it was the first time seeing one, especially one that wasn't screaming or shouting at them for coming into his store unannounced.
"You have a tiki, for a head. You're a walking tiki man."
Addison being the first to break the silence as the owner could tell how his appearance was startling for them as he took a look at Revenant as well his trinket that didn't escape from his butterfly net. Removing the net off the zombie boy's head, he spoke an unknown language to the trinket as well making turn back into a simple trinket again.
"No, I'm a zombie. Well not exactly your normal zombie but an undead that's just trying to find his own paradise. And it's Tiki Z if you want to name me."
Introducing himself to the group as well correcting her on what he was since they were still trying to wrap their heads around the new visitor of Seabrook. Placing the trinket back onto its shelf and looking at everyone seeing how they had questions for him, presumably how no one was talking about him throughout the zombie town.
"Tiki Z? There was a file on you. I thought it was obscure since it was locked up under 'unknown'. It talked about some guardian on an island called Mooga Bali that had unusual activity going on there. Quill didn't care since it was far away from us but kept it on watch if anything from there would make its way here."
Brit figuring out who the shop owner was along smiling at the brunette for knowing the background as well that he and Revenant were similar in aspects of looking over their homes. Tiki decided to invite them in the back to get a better understanding of him as well what exactly his job was back on his island. Following Tiki Z in the back, they saw a lounge type area with seats and photos of him handling cases much like themselves in Seabrook.
"Feels weird meeting someone else that has this type of lifestyle. As well people who know how to take care of it."
Revenant speaking out as he didn't know if anyone else felt like this, especially how with each photo that was shown was of the tiki man either stopping impending doom and spending time with his friends. Placing the trinket on top of his fridge, Tiki brought out some coconuts with straws in them and handed it to the five as beverages for them to enjoy.
"Yep, it was rough. But after things settled on the island and nothing else going on I decided to leave. Start up a small store and enjoy the quiet life, didn't think the stuff I had was curse. More importantly about where I could go, when I heard about Seabrook. Sounded like home to me."
Expressing his interest in the community since it had numerous species as well having similar issues like the ones on his island. Taking a moment to adjust to them not being the only town to have obscure moments, Rev looked at the store owner with several questions for him he needed answer.
"Does anyone else, that isn't some type of sinister creature that hates good or thinks zombies and monsters to keep being evil. Knows about us?"
Asking him concern since if there were people like Tiki Z who decided to open up show here and make himself at home. Then there might have been others like Revenant that would want some peace and quiet, as well see what made the town so lively. The store owner was unable to answer his question since the people or creatures that have a similar lifestyle like him was impossible to know, or rather wanted to relax from a life of danger. Meanwhile the others felt a bit excited knowing that if there were more like Revenant and Sentinel that wanted to protect others, they'd appreciate the help. The only one that kept to himself was Nightwing since he remembered about talking to Baba Yaga about someone important coming to Seabrook. Who would one day meet him and everyone else, whether or not it was her or him telling them about Lady Death. The one thing he could at the least hope for was the people that heard of them would offer assistance if they decided to visit the community.
"The series will be a mix between Zombies as well numerous characters outside their stories. Mostly residing from Dark Horse and Chaos! Comics. More is to come in the next couple of weeks, can't wait for you to learn who comes to visit Seabrook and the Z gang."
