Episode 6: The Tornado Twins
The Daily Planet: 9:15am. Jon is sitting at his desk, looking at photographs (Him and his parents, him and his grandmother, him and Damian, him and his team, him and Lian) when Lois comes in to check on her son.
Jon:
Yes?
Lois:
I was just coming to see how you were doing.
Jon:
I'm fine, why?
Lois:
Your father noticed that you've been dating Lian Harper for some time now, but you have yet to bring her over to our house for dinner.
Jon:
I've been pretty busy and haven't had time.
Lois:
Well, when's your next day off? You can invite Lian then.
Jon:
It's Saturday. Right now, I'm investigating sightings of lighting bolts.
Lois:
It's called weather son.
Jon:
I meant, certain lightning bolts. Not the ones that are common, I meant rare. Like flashing yellow and Orange.
Lois:
Knowing your father, he'd assume it's someone in costume.
Jon:
It's not Thunder or Lightning. They're part of the Titans now. It's something else. Look, here's the footage.
He opens a file on his computer, and showed his mother some footage of a desert in Nevada where a bolt of orange lightning struck a cactus, causing it to catch fire and then the yellow one struck the same cactus.
Jon:
See that?
Lois analyses the footage.
Lois:
Yes, that is odd. You're right; this is not an ordinary storm.
Jon:
Weather Wizard?
Lois:
No one's heard from him in years. It could be possible that he made a resurgence, but let's not jump to any conclusions.
Jon:
Well, I'm going to investigate. Jimmy Jr!
Jimmy Olson Jr, son of Jimmy Olson and Lucy Lane, ran to the booth.
Jimmy Jr:
Hey Jon. What's up?
Jon:
Pack your things, we're heading to Nevada.
Nevada; 45 minutes later. Jon and Jimmy Jr are in the desert; Jon is taking photos of the burnt cacti.
Jimmy Jr:
So, two separate bolts of lightning struck in the same place? That's impossible
Jon:
Yes, but not for Weather Wizard.
Jimmy Jr:
You sure it's him?
Jon:
Like you said, it's impossible for this to occur naturally.
Jimmy Jr:
What makes you think it will happen again?
Jon:
Just airing on the side of caution.
Then they heard the sound of thunder roaring in the distance.
Jimmy Jr:
Is that him?
Jon looks at the clouds in the distance.
Jon:
No. This one's natural.
Then, a burst of orange lightning flashed.
Jon:
That one wasn't.
Jimmy Jr:
Let's get closer.
Jon holds him back.
Jon:
No. Superboy can deal with this.
He proceeds to take a photo of the orange lightning just as it flashes.
Central City Retirement Village: the same time. The Allens (Barry, Iris, Don, Dawn and Bart) and Wests (Wally, Jinx, Kacey, Mary and Rudy) were gathered around a picnic bench; streamers and balloons were hung around the area, including a banner that read "Happy 120th Birthday Jay Garrick".
Kacey:
I can't believe the original Flash is still alive after all these years.
Wally:
'Old Man Garrick' is a fighter. There's no doubt about it.
Barry:
He is an inspiration to us all; as a member of the original superhero team and the first speedster. He deserves this great party and then some.
Jay:
I appreciate all the praise and this special day.
Everyone turns around to find the elderly superhero walking towards them, cane in hand.
Bart:
Hey, there's the man of the hour!
Iris:
Happy Birthday Old Timer.
Don:
Yeah, happy birthday, gramps!
Dawn:
You do know he's not really our grandfather, right?
Don:
Ain't nothing but a nickname.
Dawn rolls her eyes at her twin brother as Jay sits at the table.
Barry:
120 years on this planet, and your legacy as the Flash is still going strong. How do you feel?
Jay:
All things considered, I feel pretty darn good. (Looks at Bart) I'm especially surprised you got a relative from the future to join us.
Bart:
Well, I never got the chance to meet you in my own time but I'm glad things are changing now. It's an honour to meet a legend in the flesh.
Jay:
And it's amazing to know that my legacy still lives on even when I'm gone.
Iris:
Bart, I never asked. Do our kids become heroes? If so, good for them and Barry remind me to try and stop them.
Bart:
I'm not one to spoil things. You'll just have to wait and see for yourself.
Don:
Dawn and I becoming superheroes? Like the Teen Titans?
Bart:
(Whispers in her ear) Not "like" the Teen Titans. You two "become" members of the Teen Titans
Dawn:
Sure we do.
Bart:
You've gotta believe me.
Dawn:
Do you really think they'll accept us. I mean, they already have you and Kacey. Don't you think four speedsters is a little bit overkill?
Kacey:
We don't believe in overkill; and I have the added benefit of hexes.
Don:
Well, contrary to what my sister thinks, I think it would be awesome to be a Teen Titan!
Barry:
I think it'll be really good for you two; to do good in the world and hang out with people like you.
Iris glares at her husband for supporting the idea of their children becoming Teen Titans. Barry notices her face and takes her aside.
Barry:
Iris, you're always telling our kids to get out there and do something positive with the powers they inherited. Kacey's a Teen Titan; Bart's a Teen Titan; Wally and Jinx were Teen Titans. Why are you against the idea of Don and Dawn helping the world?
Iris:
It's like you don't even remember the types of threats they went up against in the past. I just don't want our babies to get hurt out there.
Barry:
You never worried about me getting hurt; rapid healing and all. Don and Dawn have those same powers. I know they'll be fine.
Before Iris can respond, a worker comes outside carrying the cake; approximately 120 candles were stuck on it.
Barry:
Come on, I don't want to miss this.
Barry and Iris make it just in time to join everyone in singing 'Happy Birthday' to Jay.
All:
(Singing)
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to Jay!
Happy Birthday to you!
Once they're done, Jay blows out his candles; everyone applauds.
Wally:
So, what did you wish for?
Jinx:
Wally, you know if someone tells you what they wished for then it won't come true.
Jay:
Well, I never was one to believe in superstitions like that.
Jinx notices Kacey.
Jinx:
You've been happier recently.
Kacey:
Murdoc's been found alive and hopefully well. I just can't wait to see him again.
Don:
It still boggles my mind that you're dating a musician, who has a legitimate band, and a record deal. You're pretty much set for life dating a guy like that.
Kacey:
I love Murdoc for more than just the money and the fame. Anyway, if you and Dawn want to be Teen Titans, come to one of the towers. Steel City doesn't have a speedster yet. You might want to try there. (She hands them a card from her pocket) Their location. You should head there after the party.
Steel City Titans Tower; 10:20am. Superboy, Black Arrow, Avocet, Alloroc and Beast Girl were present. Superboy was showing them the unnatural lightning strikes that have occurred in Nevada.
Avocet:
So you really think Weather Wizard is behind all of this?
Superboy:
No-One else.
Beast Girl:
Should we go over there and check it out?
Superboy:
I wouldn't be showing you guys these pictures for any other reason.
Black Arrow:
The storms would have subsided by now, but there's no telling where they're gonna strike next. (Laughs to herself)
Superboy:
You're right. We need to track this storm surge to see if Weather Wizard really is behind all of this.
BEA:
INCOMING CALL FROM KID FLASH.
Kacey appears on the monitor with Don and Dawn right behind her.
Kacey:
(On the screen) Sorry to interrupt whatever it is you're doing. But Don and Dawn are coming over to try-out.
Superboy:
Bring them over as soon as you can. We're about to go investigate some strange weather phenomena.
Kacey:
(On the screen) Roger Roger.
She hangs up. Within seconds, Kacey, Don, and Dawn show up via Zeta Tube. Don and Dawn look around in amazement.
Don:
So, this is your base?
Dawn:
Unreal; like the Hall of Justice.
Superboy:
Don, Dawn, it's been a while.
Don:
Hey, Jon, what's going on? (He shakes his hand and brings him into a hug)
Superboy:
Nothing much. Come on, I'll introduce you two to everyone. This is my division of the Teen Titans. Lian Harper, whom you already know.
Dawn:
Yeah, Kacey's 10th Birthday Party where we got into a food fight and I nailed you in the face with a piece of the cake...(Chuckles nervously) Sorry about that.
Black Arrow:
Hey, that's in the past.
Superboy:
Moving on; Lilith Logan. Also known as Beast Girl and the youngest sister of Paine and Murdoc Logan.
Don:
All the green's a dead giveaway.
Beast Girl:
I'd watch what you say in front of me. I have way of getting even, you know.
And just like that her arms turn into octopus tentacles. Avocet rubs her back before she can ensnare the twins. Beast Girl's arms turn back to normal just as Jon introduces Avocet.
Superboy:
And that's Avocet, also known as Koro Grayson, the younger brother of Nightstar, also known as Mar'i Grayson.
Avocet:
Hi. (He grins as he shakes Don's hand; Dawn blushes very slightly) There's no need to be shy, Dawn.
Dawn:
Huh? I-I'm not being shy. You just...surprised me, that's all.
Superboy:
And last but not least, Alloroc Markov.
Don:
So what's your codename, man?
Alloroc:
I don't really have one. My name is so unusual every assumes it's a code-name.
Don:
I can get behind that. (Turns to Jon) Pretty nice team you got here, Jonny Boy. What do you think, sis?
He looks to see Dawn admiring Alloroc as he looks at her in confusion.
Don:
Yoo-hoo, Earth to Dawn! Come in, Dawn!
Dawn:
Huh? Oh, was I staring into space.
Don:
Clearly.
Superboy:
So, from what I understand you two are here so we can see if you two can cut it as Teen Titans?
Dawn:
That's right.
They hear a scampering of paws.
Superboy:
Oh, did we forget you Colby? (He picks up the dog) Our team mascot.
Dawn:
Aw he's so cute!
Dawn lovingly pets behind Colby's ears, making the dog happy.
Superboy:
Anyway, you're here to tryout for the Teen Titans. Our division in Coast City received a new member not too long ago
Alloroc:
The Monkey Prince. I saw him when I paid the Coast City Tower a visit yesterday.
The zeta tube activates. Mor'gann arrives, out of uniform.
Black Arrow:
You're late.
Mor'gann:
My bad. So, what's going on?
Superboy:
I was just introducing our two new recruits to our team. This is Mor'gann, the son of Conner Kent and Miss Martian.
Don:
So you're Half-Martian. Can you transform into anyone?
Mor'gann:
Observe.
He transforms into Bart.
Don:
Whoa! Do me next! Do me next!
Mor'gann transforms into Don.
Don:
That's so awesome! What else can you do?
Mor'gann transforms into Batman.
Mor'gann (Clears his throat and deepens his voice):
I'm Batman, and I live in Bruce Wayne's basement, and I hate pie.
Hearing this makes everyone howl with laughter.
Superboy:
I think he means what other abilities you can do other than transformation.
Mor'gann (Transforms back to normal):
I can read minds, communicate telepathically, phase through solid surfaces and create illusions.
Don:
Pretty cool. But what I really want to know is can you put up a decent fight?
Superboy:
We should go outside first.
Dawn:
Good call.
Outside, Don and Dawn are jogging on their spots, raring to go. They go up against Superboy and Mor'gann.
Don:
How about it, sis? I take Martian Boy, you take Superman Jr.?
Dawn:
Sounds like a plan.
They run at the two. Superboy flies out of the way of Dawn and Mor'gann turns invisible causing Don to literally run through him and crash into a nearby wall. Everyone winces at the sight. Dawn runs over to her brother.
Dawn:
Are you alright?
Don:
I've crashed harder, and on harder surfaces.
He looks at her, his nose crooked.
Dawn:
Make sure mom doesn't see that.
Don:
I'm not worried. My rapid healing will take care if it before she even knows I broke it.
His nose straightens up.
Superboy:
You alright Don? That collision looked painful.
Don:
Don't worry about me, right now you and Morgan need to worry about yourselves.
Mor'gann:
It's Mor'gann! Mor'gann!
Don:
What's the difference?
Mor'gann:
Two n's, and an apostrophe between r and g!
Don:
Enough talking! Let's get back to fighting!
Superboy raises his fist and Mor'gann gets ready as Don and Dawn go at them again. Dawn charges at Superboy with a punch of her own and they both hit each other in the face. Meanwhile, Mor'gann stops Don in his tracks with his telekinesis and is now lifting him off the ground.
Mor'gann:
Is running fast really all you've got?
Don:
(As he's running in mid-air): Unfortunately.
Mor'gann:
Gotta step up your game, my man! (He pushes Don away)
Superboy and Dawn, meanwhile, get up; Dawn wipes the blood from her nose and Superboy hardly has a scratch on him.
Dawn:
Bulletproof and fistproof. You're the whole package aren't you?
Superboy:
Half-Krpytonian. Which means I can also do this!
He fires heat vision lasers from his eyes, which Dawn quickly runs away from. Meanwhile, Mor'gann notices some flower pots near the door and he uses his telekinesis to throw them at Don. Avocet gets triggered.
Avocet:
I was growing those for my mom's garden of friendship!
Mor'gann:
Sorry!
Don manages to quickly dodge the flower pots and hit Mor'gann in the face anyway.
Mor'gann:
I think I've had enough. Does anyone else want a turn?
Superboy:
You keep training. This Weather Wizard phenomenon will be cracked soon enough
Don:
My sister and I are willing to face the rest of you if you so wish.
Superboy goes back inside, as Black Arrow and Avocet step forward. oBlack Arrow loads her bow while Avocet takes out his bo staff. Don and Dawn smirk.
Don:
Let's do this!
Don and Dawn begin running circles around Avocet and Black Arrow. Black Arrow tries to land a shot, but the twins are making her dizzy. Avocet sticks out her bo-staff and trips Don up.
Avocet:
Nice try!
He tries firing a starbolt at Don but he quickly dodges and kicks him in the chest, too fast for Avocet to react in time. Avocet gets up, rubbing his chest as Black Arrow fires a tripwire arrow and Dawn falls over.
Black Arrow:
Down for the count!
Dawn:
That's what you think!
Dawn quickly runs over to the arrow and pulls it out of where it was stuck from. From there, she runs around Black Arrow with it super fast, and before Black Arrow knows it she's wrapped up in her own tripwire. She falls to the ground.
Dawn:
Who's down for the count now?
Black Arrow takes out her knife and cuts the wire.
Black Arrow:
Part of being a Titan is preparing for every possible situation. How prepared are you for this!
Black Arrow lunges at Dawn and the speedster jumps back to avoid her.
Dawn:
Very.
Avocet:
Alright, Beast Girl, Alloroc, you're up.
Alloroc:
I'll take the brother.
Beast Girl:
You don't want to hurt Dawn, is that it?
Alloroc:
Shut up.
Beast Girl:
I'll take that as a yes. (She prepares herself to face Dawn) You're not the only one who can move fast! (Her legs turn into gazelle legs)
Dawn:
Actually, I outran a gazelle once.
Don:
I think it was a Pronghorn.
Dawn:
Same thing.
Alloroc:
We going or what?
Inside the tower, Superboy was analysing the pictures of the unnatural lightning storms. That's when he sees a strange figure in the distance. One that doesn't look like Weather Wizard. Superboy zooms in on the figure: it resembles the Flash, only its suit was white.
Superboy:
Is that...the Flash? It can't be.
Black Arrow comes in, heading to the fridge and takes out a can of soda.
Black Arrow:
Phew, those Tornado Twins really can put up a good fight.
She notices her boyfriend looking at the monitor and she decides to see what's up.
Black Arrow:
How are things going in here?
Superboy:
I found someone who looks like the Flash.
Black Arrow:
What would Uncle Wally be doing out in Nevada? And why would he be wearing a white suit as opposed to his red one?
Superboy:
That's because I don't think that's Uncle Wally at all.
Black Arrow:
Some kind of doppelganger?
Superboy:
Could be.
Superboy scrolls through more pictures.
Black Arrow:
When are you inviting me over for dinner?
Superboy:
My mom came by earlier today to ask me the same thing. Saturday night sounds right.
Black Arrow:
I don't have anything planned then. Saturday night it is! (Kisses his cheek)
Superboy:
Okay, Saturday. You better not waste my time Nega Flash!
Mor'Gann:
Dude!
Superboy:
Nega! Not that word! Short for a negative!
Mor'gann:
My mistake.
He leaves.
Superboy:
So how are our two new recruits shaping up?
Outside, Beast Girl had turned into a cheetah in an effort to keep up with Dawn, who was running circles around her.
Dawn:
Too slow!
Beast Girl was starting to get dizzy as she got closer to her; she stuck out her claws and tripped Dawn up; she went tumbling into Alloroc.
Dawn:
(Blushes) Oh, sorry.
Alloroc:
(Also blushing) Don't worry about it.
Don:
Oh look; love on the battlefield.
Dawn:
Shut up!
Don:
Just calling it how I see it.
Beast Girl turns into a bison and butts the distracted Don into the wall. Don gets up and cracks his knuckles.
Don:
Time for some animal control!
Beast Girl turns back to normal as Don sprints at her.
Beast Girl:
Azarath Metrion Zinthos!
She uses telekinesis to stop Don right in his tracks.
Dawn:
I guess you didn't learn your lesson when you fought that half-Martian earlier.
Beast Girl then sidesteps, unfreezes him and Don goes running through the wall, leaving a human-shaped hole in the brickwork. He takes off across the water. Fortunately, he gets his bearings straight and he turns himself back around, running back across the water, back through the brick wall to create another human-shaped hole in it, and then back at Beast Girl, who he drop kicks. Beast Girl turns into a beetle to absorb the impact before quickly changing back to normal.
Don:
That was a cheap trick you pulled, Lilith.
Beast Girl:
Your enemies aren't going to be playing fair. So why should you?
Don:
Touché.
Meanwhile, Alloroc and Dawn are facing off. Alloroc splashes Dawn with a large body of water from the bay; she quickly gets dry, but not before Alloroc sees what's underneath. Dawn sees Alloroc's blushing face.
Dawn:
What?
Alloroc points towards Dawn's chest to see that her bra is showing underneath her shirt. Dawn then runs at him and knocks him into the ground.
Dawn:
You were taught not to be distracted by anything, right?
Alloroc gets up and readies his blades. Dawn just runs at him and knocks him out. She proudly rests a foot on his chest and crosses her arms as she gives a victorious grin.
In the tower, Black Arrow had been watching.
Black Arrow:
They're doing well, Jon. The girl just took out Alloroc without breaking a sweat.
Superboy:
Then they can help with our mystery speedster.
Mor'gann:
You think they're ready?
Superboy:
There's more to being a superhero than just knowing how to harness your powers; discipline is a big factor. I'm confident that when the time comes, Don and Dawn will show that they're worthy of being Teen Titans.
Mor'gann transforms his outfit into normal clothes and slumps down on the sofa, looking at Superboy and Black Arrow.
Mor'gann:
You're having dinner this Saturday; beef bourguignon followed by crème brûlée for dessert.
Black Arrow:
Scrumptious.
Mor'gann:
And you'll be playing '3 Doors Down' on the radio.
Superboy:
What can I say, 'Kryptonite' is an ear worm. (Realises) Please stop reading my mind!
Mor'gann:
Excuse me for just having a little bit of fun.
Black Arrow:
So when do we leave for Nevada so we can look more into this 'mystery speedster'?
Superboy:
The sooner the better.
They look at the photographs.
Fade-cut to Nevada; Superboy and Black Arrow arrive in the desert. Superboy lands and Black Arrow hops off from his back.
Black Arrow:
I think I'm slowly but surely starting to get used to hitching a ride with you.
Superboy:
That's good.
Black Arrow:
Excuse me.
She runs behind a cluster of rocks; Superboy can hear her hurling. She comes back out and wipes her mouth of any residue.
Black Arrow:
Alright, let's get to work.
She and Superboy see the same charred cacti. Ahead, Black Arrow sees something else that wasn't there before. She points it out to Superboy.
Superboy:
Let's take a closer look, but keep your guard up.
Black Arrow:
(Readies her bow) Yup.
They get closer and realise its a charred animal corpse. Superboy has a disgusted look on his face while Black Arrow gasps and cups her mouth with her hand. Steeling her resolve, she bends down and analyses the body.
Black Arrow:
A coyote. Poor thing didn't stand a chance.
Superboy then looks in the distance to find another charred cactus.
Superboy:
Whatever made these lightning bolts and charred the local plant and wildlife left a path. Come on, let's follow it!
They follow the trail of charred plants and animals (a peccary, a bear, etc.)
Black Arrow:
Where do you think our mystery speedster was running towards?
Superboy:
I don't know.
They keep following the trail until there are no more charred plants or animals in site.
Black Arrow:
Dead end.
Superboy:
Not quite. Start digging.
Black Arrow:
Why?
Superboy:
Just trust me.
The two Titans start digging. They dug until they found what looked to be a lightning bolt symbol made from gold Black Arrow tried picking it up but burned her hand in the process.
Black Arrow:
Ow!
While Superboy picked it up with ease.
Superboy:
Whoever this is, it's definitely not Weather Wizard. Nor is it Reverse Flash or Zoom. Let's hope this speedster doesn't cause us trouble.
Back at the tower: Don, Dawn, and the rest of the Steel City Titans are coming back inside after they felt they broke in the Tornado Twins enough. Avocet was carrying Alloroc inside. Don and Dawn made a beeline for the kitchen.
Don:
All that training made me hungry. What do you guys have to eat around here?
Avocet:
Well, we have-
Dawn:
Tofu, frozen pizza, chilli, sushi, salami, chocolate, chicken, cheese, ham, chips, cake
Don:
How about all of the above! Except the tofu...seriously, who eats that stuff?
Lilith:
Ahem!
Avocet:
Lilith loves tofu. In fact, that's how she got her nickname.
Lilith:
I loved tofu ever since I was a little girl.
Dawn and Don quickly ate every single one of the aforementioned items, leaving the tofu. The Titans just look at the Tornado Twins amazed.
Avocet:
Damn...
Don:
Got any more?
Avocet:
I can make you something.
He heads to the kitchen, puts on an apron, takes out a pot and heads to the pantry and takes out several vegetables and spices. He turns on the stove, puts oil in the pot, slices the vegetables and adds them along with the spices into the pot.
Dawn:
So what are you cooking?
Avocet sniffs the pot and puts some diced habanero and jalapeno peppers in, and sprinkles in more salt and pepper.
Avocet:
Chilli.
Don and Dawn get excited from hearing this.
Don:
Awesome!
Dawn:
Make sure it's nice and spicy!
After a few minutes of simmering, Avocet loads up two bowls with red chilli and sprinkles some cheese over them, and two forks, and gives them to Don and Dawn.
Avocet:
Bon Appetit.
Within seconds, the Tornado Twins eat their entire bowls, both letting out a hearty belch when they're done.
Dawn:
(Wiping her face) That was... wow.
Avocet:
A little recipe I learned from my dad, and modified by my mom.
The screen begins buzzing; INCOMING CALL FROM SUPERBOY.
Avocet:
Answer.
Superboy's face appears on the screen.
Avocet:
What's new?
Superboy:
We followed a trail of scorched cacti and animal carcasses before the trail stopped. However, we started digging right where the trail stopped.
Avocet:
You think whatever or whoever caused those lightning strikes is hiding underground?
Superboy:
They left this.
He holds up the gold lightning bolt symbol.
Alloroc:
That kind of looks like the Flash's symbol.
Superboy:
We think it's an imposter.
Dawn:
Do you think our dad, Uncle Wally, or Old Man Garrick would know anything about this?
Superboy:
They might. It wouldn't be a bad idea to go to them and find out. Report back to me if you find anything out.
Avocet:
Copy that.
Central City Retirement Village: later. The party was winding down. As Barry, Iris, Wally, Jinx, and Kacey were helping cleaning up, Don, Dawn, Avocet, and Lilith arrive.
Barry:
Don, Dawn, have you been initiated yet?
Avocet:
Not yet sir, but we are in the process of training them.
Kacey:
What are you guys doing here?
Avocet:
We have to ask you. Jay, Barry, Wally, Jon and Lian are in Nevada and they found a gold lightning bolt. Does it mean anything to you?
Wally:
I can't say for sure, personally. Out of the three of us, I've been The Flash for the shortest amount of time.
Barry:
Oh no.
Dawn:
What is it, Uncle Barry?
Barry:
It's Godspeed.
Jay:
Godspeed?
Barry:
August Heart. He and I used to be close friends until his brother got murdered.
Don:
Why are we just hearing this now?
Avocet:
And he holds you accountable?
Barry:
I never like to talk about August. It's a shame what happened to him. He used to be such a nice guy, but he let his speed powers and need for vengeance go to his head and he's not the same guy I once knew. He doesn't capture criminals; he kills them. And if you face him head-on, he won't be showing any mercy to you.
Avocet:
Yeah, vengeance is an ugly thing.
Lilith:
Superboy is powerful.
Barry:
But not powerful enough to take Godspeed. It'll take your team and then some to pacify him.
Wally:
You seem to have experience with this guy, Uncle Barry. Why don't you and I go with them?
Barry:
It's best that we do.
Jay:
Maybe I should come along as well.
Wally:
You stay put, Mr. Garrick.
Jay:
I may be old, but I still have a little bit of fuel left in the tank.
Barry:
But first, (To Don and Dawn) you're not fighting anybody like that.
Don and Dawn:
Awwww.
Don:
Why not?
Barry:
Godspeed is far too dangerous for heroes of your skill level. Not to mention your mom would kill me if something bad happened to you two on my watch.
Dawn:
But Dad, we've had plenty of training.
Barry:
I don't care if you've been training for years, Godspeed is too dangerous of a foe for you two right now.
Don:
Dad, Koro and Lilith are younger than us, yet you're allowing them to engage Godspeed?
Wally:
They've done this superhero thing much longer than you two have.
Don:
Fair enough. If you ask, we'll be at the tower.
Don and Dawn run off.
Barry:
So, when are we leaving for Nevada?
Avocet:
Superboy and Black Arrow are there right now. We need to get there ASAP.
Jay runs to his room, surprising everyone. He returns moments later in his old 'Flash' uniform.
Jay:
Still fits after all these years.
Wally and Barry had already changed into their outfits.
Wally:
Well, look at us. Three generations of speedsters all in costume.
Barry:
Give us, Superboy's location and we'll be there in no time.
Avocet:
Nevada; desert.
Wally:
Alright, we'll find him.
Avocet:
We'll meet you guys there with the rest of the Steel City Titans as soon as we can. Thank you guys for this.
Barry:
We're heroes, Koro, that's what we do.
Kacey:
Do you need mom or me to come with you, dad?
Wally:
Thanks, Kace, but I think we got this.
Kacey:
Good luck.
The three Flashes run off.
Kacey:
I don't know about you, but I doubt it's Godspeed
Bart:
So do I. Mom and Dad told me Godspeed didn't reappear until I was a baby. Something doesn't add up.
Steel City Titans Tower; later. Don and Dawn return and begin raiding the fridge again.
Mor'gann:
When are you guys not hungry?
Don:
Never.
Dawn runs into the pantry.
Dawn:
Jackpot!
She emerges with a huge bag of crisps.
Don:
What flavour are we talkin'?
Dawn:
Barbecue!
Don:
The king of chip flavours! Hell yeah! Also, I found some dips.
He shows her a tub of tzatziki and another tub of salsa.
Dawn:
Perfect.
The other titans gag at the thought of mixing barbecue with tzatziki.
Mor'gann:
Do those two even have tastebuds?
Don:
What's on?
Dawn flicks through the channels.
Don:
I hope 'Gotham's Funniest Home Videos' is on.
Dawn:
In any case, get more snacks.
Don:
On it!
He goes to another cabinet and grabs some snack cakes and other candies, as well as a bag of pretzels.
Mor'gann:
We're going to be out of food by the end of the day.
He looks over at Alloroc who is swooning over Dawn as she eats.
Mor'gann:
And all you can do is make 'goo-goo' eyes at the new girl!
Alloroc:
Huh?
As Don and Dawn eat, Mor'gann gets in front of them.
Mor'gann:
You are aware that all these salty, sugary, deep-fried snacks can't be good for your organs.
Don:
We'll just burn these calories off in a matter of seconds, no big deal.
Mor'gann:
Well, I can't stop you. Just know that if you two are going to be a part of our team you need to pitch in when buying snacks.
Don:
Just after this show.
At this moment, Avocet and Lilith return. Don and Dawn laugh at the TV (someone dressed as the Joker is getting pie thrown in his face).
Mor'gann:
So?
Lilith:
We got Jay and Barry out of retirement, temporarily.
Avocet:
But now we're taking a field trip to Jon's location in the Nevada Desert.
Alloroc:
Can I stay? I don't want to be water-deprived.
Dawn:
How long can you usually go without water?
Alloroc:
A good long while. I just don't like being away from it.
Avocet:
We should be fine if it's me, Lilith, Mor'gann, Jon, Lian, Uncle Barry, Uncle Wally, and Jay Garrick.
Mor'gann:
You just want to be here to get cosy with Dawn.
Alloroc:
What? No. I just don't want Dawn or Don to be left alone here in the tower that's all. Someone needs to keep an eye on them.
Avocet:
Very well. Speedsters have a habit of letting their appetites go out of control.
Mor'gann:
(Looks at Don and Dawn as they continue snacking) Clearly.
Avocet:
Okay, Mor'gann, let's go!
Mor'gann:
You got it!
Avocet, Mor'gann, and Lilith, who changed into her Beast Girl uniform, get in their T-Jet and head off to the Nevada desert where the Superboy, Black Arrow, and the three Flashes will meet up. Alloroc watches them leave, before returning to the Tornado Twins.
Don:
Come on, pop a squat.
Alloroc:
Actually, I'm going to meditate.
He walks over to the edge of the railing, takes his shirt off and jumps into the pool in the entrance hall. Dawn couldn't help but stare at the shirtless Alloroc. Her face turns steadily red, causing her to miss another funny clip on the TV.
Don:
(Laughs at the clip on T.V)
Dawn:
What did I miss?
Don:
If you didn't care enough to keep your eyes glues to the screen, you won't care if I tell you or not!
Dawn:
I do care! Tell me!
Don:
Hand me that bag of crisps and I will.
Dawn hand Don the bag of chips and the two of them chat about the clip she missed.
Nevada; a bit later. The three Flashes, Avocet and Beast Girl rendezvous with Superboy and Black Arrow. Superboy was showing them the lightning bolt.
Barry:
No doubt about it, it's Godspeed.
Beast Girl, out of curiosity, touches it.
Beast Girl:
Ow.
Avocet:
Don't touch anything.
Beast Girl:
Sorry. (Blows on her hand)
Wally:
So, why is Godspeed here and what does he want?
Barry:
Maybe he wanted to lure us here for revenge.
Black Arrow:
So it's a trap.
Beast Girl looked around nervously and lit up her hands.
Avocet:
What? How are you doing that?
Beast Girl:
I'm quarter-demon.
Avocet lights up his own hands.
Avocet:
I don't have demon blood. I inherited it from my mother. But I don't remember Raven being able to do that.
Beast Girl:
She's always been able to do it.
Superboy and Black Arrow look ahead to the horizon; yellow lightning hits the ground and only seems to be getting closer.
Superboy:
I think he's coming.
The three Flashes and youths brace themselves.
Barry:
(Calling Out) August! It's me, Barry Allen!
The lightning and dust cloud stop, and before the group stood a Speedster, all in white.
Beast Girl:
Uh...hi.
Speedster:
August? August Heart is dead, Old friend. And only Godspeed remains.
Barry:
Just tell us what you're doing here. What do you want?
Godspeed:
Justice.
Avocet:
From what we hear, your definition of justice involves killing the criminals you capture. That's not what a real hero does.
Godspeed:
Tell that to the courts, who let my brothers' killer go free.
Barry:
The system failed you, August, and for that I'm sorry, but this is the wrong way to go about things.
Godspeed:
You should've been there for me, to indict him. But you didn't; you're no better than the criminals who took my brother away.
Wally:
We're wasting our time here, Uncle Barry. He just won't listen to reason.
Godspeed:
I lost my brother; and now Barry, you will lose somebody close to you to compensate.
His gaze shifts towards Wally.
Godspeed:
Your nephew seems to fit the bill!
Wally:
I can kick your ass.
Godspeed:
Actually, someone younger and of more emotional value. And I think I know exactly where to go.
With that, Godspeed leaves.
Beast Girl:
Where did he go?
Avocet:
I hope I'm wrong, but I think he's going after Don and Dawn!
Jay:
Oh crap.
Barry leaves in a hurry, but finds himself running at standard speed.
Wally:
Uncle Barry, what's happened to you?
Barry:
Godspeed took my speed, and I'm guessing he took yours too.
Wally and Jay try running, but they too now run at normal speeds.
Wally:
Damn it!
Jay:
And there's no doubt he took all of the other powers that came with our speed, like our self-healing.
Wally:
What's the plan now?
Avocet:
Take the Jet!
Superboy:
I can fly. Lian, take the jet.
Black Arrow:
Good idea.
As Superboy takes off for the Steel City Tower, everyone else piles into the T-Jet. Once everyone is onboard, they fly off to the tower as well.
At the tower, Don and Dawn had finished their program. Don went out to purchase more snacks, while Dawn was on the ground floor, standing next to the pool, waiting for Alloroc to resurface. When he does, the water made his toned body all the more appealing to her. Don arrives, with a cartload of snack items.
Don:
Hey, sis! Quit looking at the eye candy because I got real candy right here.
He throws her a packet of gummy worms. She manages to catch it and tear it open will still admiring Alloroc. Alloroc then resurfaces and gets out of the pool. Alloroc looks to find Dawn admiring him.
Alloroc:
What?
Dawn:
(Snaps out of it) Oh, uh, nothing. My bad.
Alloroc:
Can I have a worm?
Dawn:
Open wide!
She tosses a gummy worm his way and it lands in his mouth.
Alloroc:
Mmm, cherry!
He wrings out his long, wavy blonde hair and ties it back.
Alloroc:
I'm just gonna get dressed. I'll be back soon.
As Alloroc leaves to get changed, Dawn goes to back to the living room where Don is.
Don:
You got the hots for him, just like dad when he met mom.
Dawn:
Shut up and pass me a pudding cup.
Don passes Dawn a chocolate pudding cup and the two watch their show.
Central City: meanwhile, Godspeed is at the Allen residence, looking for Don and Dawn. As he searches the house, he soon realizes that no one is home. However, he finds a photograph of Don and Dawn standing in front of Titans Tower with Kacey on her first day as a Teen Titan. (this was before Bart arrived from the future)
Godspeed:
I find this girl, I find Barry's kids!
The landlord shows up.
Landlord:
Hey, you're not supposed to be here! I'm reporting you for trespassing!
Before the landlord could do anything else, Godspeed quickly punches him out and knocks him unconscious. He quickly runs out of there, headed towards Jump City.
At the Jump City Tower, Kacey was just coming back from the Central City Retirement Home to find Mar'i, Damian, Damon, Paine, and Crush watching T.V. Mar'i and Damian are cuddled up next to each other.
Paine:
How was Jay's party?
Kacey:
It was alright. Cake was delicious though. I even bought over a couple of pieces if you want some.
Crush:
Right here.
She gets up, approaches Kacey, takes the plate and wolfs it down.
Damon:
Serve me up some of that.
Mar'i, Paine, & Damian:
Us too.
Kacey hands her other friends a piece of cake, leaving her with one for herself. The lights begin flickering and the TV goes wavy.
Damon:
What's going on with the T.V?
Suddenly, Godspeed appears in the living room, startling the group.
Kacey:
What the hell!
Before anyone could do anything Godspeed runs up to Kacey and grabs her by the arm tightly.
Kacey:
Hey! Let me go!
Godspeed:
Not until you reveal the location of Barry Allen's offspring!
Kacey:
Forget it!
Godspeed squeezes her arm tighter; the other five Titans get up and arm themselves.
Mar'i:
Leave this place now or we'll get you to leave by force!
Godspeed:
If you're this one's friends, you must know the location of Barry Allen's kids too!
Godspeed moves his grip from Kacey's arm to her neck.
Godspeed:
Tell me where they are or she dies!
Kacey:
(Gasping out) Never.
Damian:
Titans! Go!
Mar'i shoots off starbolts at Godspeed, who quickly moves to another part of the common room. Crush flings her chain at him, but he runs around her, tangling her up in her own weapon. Damon charges at Godspeed but he dodges out of the way, causing Damon's head to get stuck in the wall.
Paine:
Azarath Metrion-
Godspeed throws Kacey at Paine, throwing off her concentration. Damian then throws bolas and knockout gas at Godspeed. But Godspeed catches the bolas and throws them back at Damian before he could even throw the knockout gas. With the bolas wrapped around Damian, he falls to the floor.
Godspeed:
(Looking around at the defeated Titans) Ready to talk?
Damian:
What do you want with Don and Dawn Allen anyway?
Godspeed:
To send a message to my old friend. I wish to make him feel the emptiness that I feel by taking away those who are closest to him. (He runs over to Kacey and picks her up)
Kacey:
You can kill me; but you won't get their whereabouts.
Damon gets up, ready to fight some more.
Mar'i:
Damon, stand down! You're no match for him!
Mar'i is enveloped in a green aura.
Mar'i:
You shouldn't have made me angry. My power grows from this emotion.
She uses her laser vision so quickly that Godspeed drops Kacey.
Kacey:
A bit of bad luck? (She throws pink lightning at Godspeed who dodges all) I've never seen a speedster this fast. We need Superman.
Damian:
Keep him busy, I'll try and get in contact with him!
As Damian runs to the main computer, the rest of the Titans (after Crush is untangled) attack Godspeed.
Kacey:
I was told you didn't reappear until Bart was a baby.
Godspeed:
Bart?
Kacey:
I meant Impulse!
Godspeed:
So, Impulse somehow made it to your time.
Kacey:
And somehow, you made it too.
Godspeed:
Well, now that I know Impulse...or rather, Bart...is here! I know just who to go after after I take out Barry's brats! If only you tell me where they are!
Damian:
Even if we knew we wouldn't tell you.
Godspeed:
Don't! Or I will erase you from every timeline.
Godspeed kicks Kacey right in the stomach sending her flying across the room, but she lands on her feet. At the computer, Damian sends a message to Superman.
Damian:
Come on Uncle Clark, wherever you are, please get here soon!
At the Steel City Tower, Don and Dawn, completely unaware they've been targeted, are now playing a 3D platformer.
Don:
Get the mushroom, sis! Get the mushroom!
Dawn:
Got it!
Alloroc comes in, fully dressed.
Alloroc:
Any word from the others?
Don:
Nope.
Dawn:
Haven't heard a thing.
Alloroc:
Can I have a go?
Suddenly, a lightning storm began to emit inside the room.
Don:
WHAT THE HELL?!
Dawn:
Is this Godspeed?!
But this wasn't Godspeed as the lightning appeared to be blue and red.
Alloroc:
Somehow I don't think so.
They were two blonde haired people in a red and blue jumpsuit respectively.
Man:
I swear I'm gonna kill Bart. The amount of times he gets in danger, he goes and does this!
Woman:
Don, you had good reasons
Future Don:
Dawn, he doesn't know the past like we do!
Don:
Wait, what did Bart do?
Future Don:
He used time travel.
Future Dawn:
Uh, Don! Do you have any idea who you just communicated with?
Future Don looks at the current Don and Dawn.
Future Don:
Crap.
Don:
Wait, are you us?
Future Don and Dawn say nothing and just disappear. They ran as fast as they could until their past selves caught up with them.
Don:
Slow down!
They stop.
Dawn:
We want to know why you're here.
Future Don:
To bring our son home.
Don:
Why did it take you so long?! He's been here for like a year!
Future Don:
Dawn, I think we jumped too far ahead.
Future Dawn:
Do we need to go back further?
Future Don:
We're here, we have to find our son and stop Godspeed.
Don:
Do you think this would create a temporal paradox?
Future Dawn:
I don't know. I just want my nephew back.
Dawn:
You attempt that; you could break the fabric of reality.
Future Don:
Godspeed has. We need to stop him before he damages more fabrics in space and time.
Don:
Shall we go back to the tower?
Future Dawn:
No. We have to do something before Godspeed does something terrible!
Dawn:
Like what?
Future Don:
Preventing us from becoming the Tornado Twins.
Don:
Oh, he wants to kill us but it will not happen since you are here.
Future Don:
Alright, we find Godspeed and stop him, then we take Bart home.
Future Dawn:
You two, stay here.
Future Don:
Find a place to hide. This could get ugly.
Don:
So, the tower?
Future Don and Future Dawn:
Yes.
Dawn:
Good; we can finish our game.
Don and Dawn left to do just that.
Future Dawn:
Wow, were we really that devil may care?
Future Don:
We still are, it's just toned down some.
Future Dawn:
And that trait has passed down to Bart, unfortunately.
Future Don:
I know my son can be irresponsible sometimes, but he's good in a pinch.
Future Dawn:
I know.
Then, Superboy landed in front of them.
Superboy:
I don't know if you two are working for Godspeed, but whatever you're planning, don't.
Future Dawn:
Do we look like we work for Godspeed, Jon?
Superboy:
How do you know my name?
Future Don:
Come on, Superman, it's us.
Superboy:
Superman?
Future Don:
Spoilers!
Superboy:
Wait! Don? Dawn?
Future Dawn:
Surprise!
Future Don:
It is not really a spoiler, given who your father is.
Superboy:
No, this isn't right.
Future Dawn:
Yeah, you just told him that Kal-El was dead.
Future Don:
Given that Bruce Wayne is also dead, it is not so serious.
Future Dawn:
Bart is your son; there is no doubt.
Superboy shakes off the shock.
Superboy:
Why are you here?
Future Dawn:
To stop Godspeed from killing our line.
Future Don:
And bring my son back to the present. It will end up creating a paradox if he remains in the past.
Superboy:
He's settled in just fine; he's got a team, and Manhunter's therapy with him is working.
Future Dawn:
You don't understand.
Future Don:
The Don of your present will end up meeting my wife and she will give birth to Bart. That is the temporal paradox.
Superboy:
But under orders of the Justice League, he isn't allowed to leave until his therapy is over. And that's final.
Future Dawn:
Because you're currently part of the Justice League? No, you're a Teen Titan.
Future Don:
We'll discuss this with your father when Godspeed is defeated.
Superboy:
Also, what do you mean my Dad and Bruce are dead?
Future Don:
Okay, probably shouldn't have gone with that. They retire. I thought saying they were dead would prevent a paradox. Which makes me realise I should have come up with a better lie.
Superboy:
Oh, classic Don, never thinking things through.
He flies off.
At Jump City Titans Tower, Damian doesn't get a response from Superman, so he calls up Superboy.
Damian:
Come on, Jon, answer!
Superboy (Voice):
Damian!
Damian:
Jon, Godspeed is here! We need you and the rest of the Steel City Titans here right now!
Superboy (Voice):
Godspeed! We just got done dealing with him over here in Nevada!
Damian:
You know about him?
Superboy (Voice):
It's a long story, I'll tell you later. But, he's at the Jump City Tower right now?
Damian:
Yeah!
Superboy (Voice):
Alright, we'll be right over!
Godspeed:
Your friends won't get here in time.
Damian turns around to find Godspeed staring him down.
Damian:
At least we can stall you!
He grabs his sword and gets into a fighting stance.
Damian:
Everyone, now!
They charge at Godspeed, who uses his speed to quickly dodge and parry all of their attacks, before Godspeed remembers what Damian said to Superboy.
Godspeed:
Steel City Titans? Thanks for the help.
Damon:
What are you talking about, Zippy?
Godspeed:
I know where to find Barry's brats.
He vanishes in a bright flash of lightning.
Mar'i:
This is not good! Damian, get back in contact with Superboy and tell him to go back to the Steel City Tower. We should all suit up and meet them there.
Paine:
You got it!
Damian:
Jon, Godspeed has changed course. He's heading for Don and Dawn.
Superboy (Voice):
Thanks for the heads up. Will you guys meet us there?
Damian:
Yeah, we're suiting up right now to help you take this guy down. He can't handle all of us.
Daily Planet; meanwhile. Lois is at her desk when Jimmy Jr appears.
Jimmy Jr:
Do you know when Jon is coming back?
Lois:
I haven't heard back from him, but hopefully soon. He said he was staying out later to photograph more lightning strikes and worried for your safety, lest you were to get zapped.
Jimmy Jr:
Jon has always taken risks. Do you ever worry about him?
Lois:
He's my son, Jimmy. Worrying about her child is every mother's job.
Jimmy Jr:
Yeah, it's normal.
Lois (Thinking):
At least he doesn't know about Jon's identity as Superboy.
Jimmy Jr (looking around before dropping his voice):
And don't tell anyone but, I think Jon is Superboy.
Lois:
I don't think so. I am his mother. I would know if he had Kryptonian powers.
Jimmy Jr:
I'm just asking because of his prolonged absences and his interest in going to dangerous places for photos.
Lois:
But I too was putting myself in danger to take photos. Am I Supergirl? No.
Jimmy Jr:
Technically, you're a superwoman, even without superpowers.
Lois:
Well, thank you. (Getting back to Jon) He should be back soon.
Jimmy Jr:
Are you afraid that if I know Jon is Superboy, I might infer that Clark Kent is Superman?
Lois:
Yes. It's true that I had a flirtation with Superman but I prefer Clark, the man I married. And no, they're not the same person.
Jimmy Jr gives her a look.
Jimmy Jr:
Alright.
He walks back to his desk.
Lois (Thinking):
Why can't he be naïve like his father?
Steel City Titans Tower; later. The Jump City Titans arrive via the zeta tube. Don and Dawn look over the back of the couch.
Kid Flash:
Phew, he's not here yet.
Impulse:
But he will be soon.
A beeping on the screen tells them at a T-Jet has landed in the underground hangar. The Steel City Titans (Superboy, Black Arrow, Avocet, Mor'gann and Beast Girl) appear at the door.
Kid Flash:
Where are the Flashes?
Superboy:
They're coming. Godspeed took their speed away.
Don:
Even Old Man Garrick's?
Robin:
That means we're three men down when Godspeed finally gets here.
The door opens; Wally, Barry and Jay appear. Jay leans against the kitchen island, panting heavily.
Jay:
I'm too old for this.
Don:
Dad! Uncle Wally! Old Man Garrick! What's happened?
Barry:
Godspeed somehow took all of our speed powers. If we're not careful, he could do the same to Kacey, Bart, and you two kids.
Kid Flash:
How do we reverse this?
Barry:
He has a gauntlet; you break that, we'll get our speed back.
Don:
Everyone, the craziest thing happened. We just met-
The TV goes static and the lights begin flashing.
Kid Flash:
He's here.
Robin/Superboy:
Get ready.
Everyone arms themselves as Don and Dawn run to the pantry and hide. A blinding white light appears in the centre of the common room; Godspeed. Godspeed is immediately met with everyone's fighting stance.
Godspeed:
Now this is one hell of a welcome wagon. Five generations of the Flash in one room. But not one of you are the ones I'm looking for.
They hear a muffled sneeze coming from the pantry. The group looks in their direction, and Godspeed knows that they're hiding in the pantry.
Godspeed:
What's wrong? Skeletons in the closet?
Nightstar:
Now!
She and Avocet throw a barrage of starbolts at him. They end up catching Godspeed by surprise as he ends up getting hit by them, but he dodges out of the way and clothes lines both Grayson siblings.
Kid Flash:
Alright.
She and Impulse run at Godspeed, Kid Flash firing hexes at him. But all Godspeed does is point the gauntlet at them. And just like that, Kid Flash and Impulse's speed are gone.
Impulse:
Damn it!
Emerald Witch:
Stop!
She freezes time; everyone is affected except Godspeed. Godspeed runs up to her, much to Emerald Witch's alarm.
Godspeed:
Nice try, also-ran!
He grabs Emerald Witch by the face before throwing her into a wall. Time resumes. Beast Girl runs over to her sister.
Emerald Witch:
(Gets up) I'm fine. Worry about Don and Dawn. They're the ones in danger, not me.
Robin then throws freezing disks on the ground around Godspeed's feet. This traps Godspeed long enough for Damon to go to town on him. Godspeed phases right through him, and immobilizes him. He then breaks free from his icy prison before knocking Robin out with one punch. Superboy, Mor'gann, Black Arrow, Alloroc and Crush attack him at the same time.
Godspeed:
Pathetic!
From their hiding place, Don and Dawn watch as Godspeed gets closer to them, and giving the Titans a run for their money.
Don:
There's gotta be something we can do.
Dawn:
They're getting pummelled out there, and we're next. Are you thinking what I'm thinking?
Don:
(Smiles) Let's rock!
Dawn:
Let's go.
Dawn opens the pantry; the twins sprint out and Godspeed doesn't expect it. They both drop kick Godspeed hard, causing him to fly through a wall and into the adjoining room. Godspeed lies in the rubble as Don and Dawn stand over him.
Godspeed:
So you finally decided to come out of hiding and face me yourselves?
Don:
We chose to disobey our better selves for that reason.
Godspeed:
Your disobedience will be your downfall!
The light above them flickers; Future Don and Future Dawn reappear.
Godspeed:
Hmph, talk about seeing double.
Future Dawn:
It's over, Godspeed.
Future Don:
We're going to take this damn bracelet off you.
Impulse:
Dad! Auntie!
Both Dons and Dawns look at him.
Impulse:
What? Everyone knows that!
Future Dawn:
We'll discuss this later.
Godspeed:
So, this little guy is your son? That's perfect! If I kill your younger selves then I'll effectively wipe you and him from existence! This is too good of an opportunity to pass up.
Impulse:
All to get even with Grandpa?
Godspeed:
He must feel what I feel!
Don/Dawn:
Feel this!
Together they punch Godspeed in the gut and take off his gauntlet.
Dawn:
Quick! We gotta figure out how to use this thing so we can give dad, Uncle Wally, and Old Man Garrick their powers back!
Don:
Maybe this will work?
He vibrates his hands, and the gauntlet begins to fracture. Godspeed gets up and sees this occurring!
Godspeed:
No, stop!
He runs at Don, but by the time he makes it to him the gauntlet shatters into pieces.
Don:
Whoops. Sorry.
Just like that, Barry, Wally, and Jay started to feel energized again. They sprint in and the Speedsters surround Godspeed.
Wally:
This time, it's Game Over!
Barry:
You should surrender now. Look at yourself August; if your brother was still alive, would he be proud of what you've become?
Godspeed doesn't say anything, implying that he knows the answer to that question. Future Don and Future Dawn tie him up and put a chip in his neck.
Future Dawn:
This'll inhibit the use of his powers.
Jay:
Where are you taking him?
Future Don:
Back to our time.
The rest of the Titans show up.
Alloroc:
Not bad, Dawn.
Dawn:
(Blushes) Thanks.
Future Don and Dawn look at Superboy.
Future Don:
We need to speak with your father regarding Bart.
Future Dawn:
Is there a place where we can talk in private?
Superboy:
I know a place.
The Daily Planet; later. Superboy, Impulse, Future Don and Future Dawn are on the roof. Superboy quickly changes back into his work clothes, puts on his glasses, and enters the building. He approaches his parents' office and knocks. Clark and Lois look at him.
Lois:
You're back.
Jon:
And we found the cause of the lightning storms. (To Clark) Dad, you're needed on the roof.
Clark:
Of course, son. (Turns to Lois) I'll be back if Perry comes looking for me.
Clark and Jon return to the roof, where the three speedsters are waiting.
Future Dawn:
Kal-El.
Future Don:
Nice to see you again.
Clark initially looks confused.
Jon:
These are Don and Dawn Allen's future selves, dad. They helped us against the fight with Godspeed earlier today.
Clark:
And this involves me how?
Future Dawn:
We need to talk to you about Bart. We're planning to bring him home, but we've been told he's undergoing therapy with Manhunter.
Clark:
That's correct. And until he is deemed cured, he is not allowed to leave.
Future Don:
Do you know how much longer he needs to stay here?
Clark:
As long as we deem necessary.
Jon:
You guys did seem to travel here no problem. You could always swing by every once in a while and keep an eye on him to make sure everything is going smoothly.
Future Don:
Thanks for the offer.
Impulse:
Dad, Aunt Dawn, you two don't have to worry about me. I'll be just fine. I promise.
Future Don and Future Dawn look at him, then at Clark and Jon.
Future Don:
If you're sure, Bart...(He and Dawn hug him) Take care of yourself.
Future Dawn:
We'll try and swing by as much as we can, so try not to cause too much trouble.
Future Don:
We gotta collect someone first.
The twins disappear.
Clark:
We should go back inside.
Jon quickly changes into his Superboy outfit.
Superboy:
I'm going back to the tower.
Clark:
Alright, I'll see you home son.
Impulse:
See you soon, Dad. Say hello to Mom for me. See you soon, Auntie. Say hello to Mandy for me.
Future Dawn:
End your sessions as soon as possible, she is waiting for you.
Impulse:
I know.
Steel City Titans Tower; later. Superboy returns; the Titans and Flashes had cleaned up the common room.
Superboy:
No sign of the future versions of Don and Dawn. I take it they took our 'uninvited guest' home already?
Wally:
Correct.
Superboy:
So, Barry; your kids have potential to be Teen Titans.
Alloroc:
They really saved our skins when Godspeed attacked.
Barry:
I suppose.
Superboy:
As leader of the Steel City Teen Titans, I would consider it an honor of your children join our ranks.
Mor'gann:
Though their taste in food needs improvement, but we can fix that.
Barry:
You've got your work cut out for you, then.
Superboy:
With training and discipline, they can become what their future versions are.(He turns to Don and Dawn) What do you think? You want to become Titans like the rest of us, Tornado Twins?
Don/Dawn:
Hell yeah!
Superboy:
Lilith, Koro, do the honours.
Beast Girl and Avocet leave and return moments later with two communicators, one for each of them.
Avocet:
These are yours.
Don and Dawn take them.
Don:
(Looking at his) For real?
Avocet and Beast Girl nod.
Superboy:
Welcome to the Teen Titans, you two!
Dawn:
This calls for a feast!
They run to the fridge and pantry and begin stuffing their faces with crisps, dips and sodas.
Avocet:
Hope you plan on sharing some of that!
The rest of the Titans run up and join them. Barry takes out his phone.
Barry:
Hello, Iris. Don and Dawn have joined the Teen Titans. Yeah, they're over the moon. Don't worry, I know they'll be fine. You should've seen them today. You would've been so proud. See you at home.
He hangs up; he, Wally and Jay watch as Don and Dawn celebrate with their new teammates, and Alloroc hugs Dawn.
Barry:
May they make us proud.
Superboy:
Hey, guys. I know the name of Bart's girlfriend.
Impulse:
It is a very common name.
Beast Girl:
Oh, I want to know.
Avocet:
It would be better that we keep the mystery. It is supposed to be the daughter of one of us. If we know the first name, that would change the situation.
Mor'gann:
It is true that it is a very common name. Her parents were not very inspired.
Beast Girl:
Oh no, you read his thoughts! I want to know too!
Impulse:
Avocet is right. I have spoiled you a lot but I can just tell you that she is not the daughter of Jon or Mor'gann.
Beast Girl:
So maybe it's our daughter!
Avocet:
It's better not to know.
Metropolis; Kent Residence; Saturday night. Jon is getting the table ready as Lois takes a pot of beef bourguignon out of the oven, while 'Kryptonite' plays on the stereo.
Jon:
Everything is almost set up, mom.
Lois:
That's great. When's Lian getting here?
There's a knock at the door.
Jon:
Right now.
Jon opens the door to see Lian standing there, her hair tied into a neat bun and wearing a jade-green kimono.
Jon:
You look very nice, Lian. Please, come inside.
Lian:
Thank you.
Lian walks inside as Jon closes the door behind them. They two give each other a quick peck on the lips before Jon guides her to the dining room.
Lois:
Make yourself at home.
Clark enters from the bathroom.
Jon:
Dad, you know Lian Harper. She's my girlfriend.
Clark:
I've heard. (He walks up to Lian and shakes her hand) We're glad you could make it, Lian.
Lian:
Likewise, Clark.
Lois:
Dinners' ready.
Jon, Lian and Clark sit at the table as Lois loads the plates with bourguignon.
Lian:
Dinner looks delicious, Lois.
Jon:
And trust me, it tastes even better.
Lois smiles warmly at Jon and Lian.
Jon:
We got two new members. Nothing can be better.
Lian:
Our future is looking brighter by the minute.
Jon nods and the family begin eating.
End of 'The Tornado Twins'
Cast
Kari Wahlgren: Nightstar/Mar'i Grayson
Taylor Grey: Avocet/Koro Grayson
Stuart Allan: Robin/Damian Wayne
Cameron Monaghan: Superboy/Jon Kent
Ashley Eckstein: Emerald Witch/Paine Logan
Debi Derryberry: Beast Girl/Lilith Logan
Jessie Flower: Kid Flash/Kacey West
Lacey Chabert: Black Arrow/Lian Harper
Sean Chiplock: Alloroc Markov
James Arnold Taylor: Damon Jones
Jason Marsden: Impulse/Bart Allen
Jack De Sana: Mor'gann Kent
Janet Varney: Crush
Max Mittelman: Don Allen
Olivia Hack: Dawn Allen
Jason Spisak: The Flash/Wally West, Jimmy Olsen
Lauren Tom: Jinx/Jenny West
Michael Rosenbaum: Flash II/Barry Allen
John Wesley Shipp: Flash I/Jay Garrick
Jennifer Hale: Iris West Allen
George Newbern: Clark Kent
Rebecca Romijn: Lois Lane Kent
Ben Diskin: Jimmy Olsen Jr
BD Wong: Godspeed/August Heart