Hi everyone. Episode 15 and Chapter 7 are here. Lash breaches the two security nodes in Bonnie Bowl and Fazer Blast. Is Lash finally going to save Embrick?

As he emerges in the hallway, Lash spots a room filled with Circus Baby plushies, which he recognizes from the Pizzaplex.

He decides to pocket a Freddy plush for himself, tucking it into his schoolbag. Suddenly, he hears a soft giggling sound echoing through the halls. Startled, Lash looks around and notices that the Circus Baby plushies are inexplicably vanishing from sight.

Making his way down the dimly lit hallway, Lash stumbles upon the familiar setting of Foxy's Fast Tracks, now eerily abandoned. His eyes are drawn to the collection of plushies on display: DJ Music Man, Chica, and, naturally, the beloved Foxy himself. A grin spreads across Lash's face as he spots multiple Foxy plushies; his admiration for the fox pirate is evident. Eagerly, Lash scoops up each of the Foxy plushies, placing them in his schoolbag. Feeling confident, he calls out on the Foxy-Talkie.

Embrick: Lash, can you hear me? I got a clear signal.

Lash: Embrick. I shut down all the security nodes. I'm in the Foxy Party Garage. Am I close?

Embrick: voice sounded distortedAlmost. There is still one more node left that's keeping the underground sealed.

Lash hears Embrick's distorted voice through the Foxy-Talkie, the sound quality making his words slightly warped. As he processes the information, a sense of determination settles over him.

Lash: One more security node left, huh? Got it. Which node is it?

Lash glances around, ready to locate the final node.

Embrick: Foxy is the final node. You need to deactivate him.

Lash pauses for a moment, processing the surprising revelation. Deactivating Foxy, his favorite animatronic, feels like a betrayal, and he's momentarily taken aback.

Lash: Deactivate...Foxy? You're serious? Are you sure there's no other way?

Embrick: Deactivate him and save me. Save me Lash. Please, my Lǎo dàgē. It's so dark down here.

Tears well up in Lash's eyes as he hears the desperation in Embrick's voice. The nickname 'Lǎo dàgē' brings a pang of familiarity, as Lash recalls its meaning from their language arts class. Despite the oddity of Embrick suddenly speaking Chinese instead of Japanese that he and his mom are always speaking, Lash is overcome with a sense of responsibility, knowing he can't let his friend down.

Lash: Don't worry, Embrick. I won't let you down. Hang in there, I'm coming to get you.

Lash finally reaches the last part of Foxy's Fast Tracks, where he spots Foxy trapped in the forklift. Concern washes over him as he takes in the weakened state of the beloved animatronic, causing him to rush forward.

Lash: Foxy! Oh no, what happened to you?!

Foxy was somehow no longer dangerous, now nice and caring.

Foxy: Lash. Lash Lombardi...Welcome back, Lash.

Lash's eyes widen as he hears his name leave Foxy's lips, accompanied by an unexpected sense of care and familiarity. He's taken aback that the animatronic remembers him.

Lash: Foxy...you remember me? How...how is this possible?

Foxy: You always visit your father's Pizzaplex. You and I spend time together playing as pirates. You're always my number one mate. Do you miss your mom? I always know your mom misses you much.

Lash's emotions are stirred as Foxy reminisces about their shared moments together. The memory of spending time playing as pirates brings a smile to his face, followed by a pang of sadness as Foxy mentions his mother passed away when he was five. The fact that Foxy knows about his late mother's absence hits close to home.

Lash: sorrow in tone I do miss her...so much.

Foxy: Your special day. I remember your special day back on July 24. Do you still like vanilla carrot cake? It has been some time since I last saw you. I'm sure next year, you'll have many friends to come to your party.

Lash's eyes widened as Foxy mentions the date of his special day - July 24, before the earthquake destroyed the Mega Pizzaplex on the 25th. He is surprised that the animatronic remembers his favorite cake - Vanilla Carrot Cake, and the fact that he hasn't seen him in a while.

Lash: amazed You remember my birthday? And my favorite cake? It's been a long time since then, hasn't it? But...you think I'll have more friends at my party next year?

Foxy: Of course my mate.

Lash remembers he has to deactivate Foxy, which leads him no choice nor regret. He puts on the Security Mask and grabs the Faz Wrench.

Foxy: Lash, what are you...doing...?

Lash's hands tremble as he grips the Faz Wrench, conflicted between his affection for Foxy and the knowledge that he must deactivate him to save Embrick. As he approaches Foxy, he struggles to speak.

"Foxy, I...I'm sorry...I have to do this."

With a mix of determination and anguish, Lash places the port into Foxy's eye, causing the matching holograms of himself, Embrick, and Emolly to flicker and glitch. Finally, Lash breaches Foxy, a mixture of sadness and resignation in his expression.

Lash's heart aches as he watches Foxy shut down, the pirate's last words echoing in his mind.

A pang of guilt washes over Lash as he gazes at the deactivated Foxy, the vibrant animatronic now motionless. Taking one last moment to honor the memories they shared, Lash gently pats Foxy's head before continuing on his mission to save Embrick.

Helpi appears one last jumps slightly at the unexpected appearance of Helpi, but quickly processes the message.

Helpi: Well done! That was the last security node. I have located the source of your stepbrother's signal. It is coming from under the fast track. Warning. You are now leaving the V.A.N.N.I. network coverage zone. Goodbye, Lash Lombardi.

Lash: Under the fast track. Got it.

Lash nods to himself as Helpi vanishes again, bidding him farewell. Taking a deep breath, he steals his resolve and prepares to leave the security of the V.A.N.N.I. network as he takes off the Security Mask. With determination in his eyes, Lash heads towards the end of the fast track area.

Episode 15, Chapter 7 ends.

Hi everyone. I hope you enjoy Episode 15 and Chapter 7 of Ruin DLC Arc. This is a very sad episode. Lash has no choice but to shutdown his favorite animatronic, Foxy, to shut down all the security nodes. Now, Lash finally shuts down all the security and heading to the sinkhole to save Embrick. Stay tuned for Episode 15 and Chapter 8. :)