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>You are Son Peppa, Son Gohan, and Izumi Mahogany, children of Earth’s heroes, Maple, Goku, Acer, and Chi-chi

>“Canon” has taken a radical shift from the series’ norm, you’re just one part of it, and things could go even further off the rails from here

>Mechanics and character details in the pastebins here:

Peppa: https://pastebin.com/Qfc8e5Fn

Gohan: https://pastebin.com/Kjh0u5e4

Izumi: https://pastebin.com/kG6TVyVL

>Let’s all try to have some fun, ok?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sj5PGIqnaFs

Last time, on Dragon Ball Tuffle Quest Kai! The reality-warping Janemba was defeated and sealed away in a sword thanks to the efforts of Gohan and his allies! After helping send some of those escaped from Hell back to the afterlife, Gohan finished his round with Pikkon and came out the victor, earning the title Champion of the Heavens! Meanwhile, Izumi wrapped up the situation on Z’s and even managed to get Cheelai and the Para Brothers to work for her! Lastly, Peppa encountered Artificial Human 21, who not only is working with Towa, but managed to run off with the restored Ozotto and Luud! Still, even with balance restored to the universe, Gohan encountered a mysterious creature on the Supreme Kai’s world. What next awaits our heroes? Good luck, Gohan! Good luck, Peppa! Good luck, Izzy!
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>>4475810
Okay. No need to start screaming just yet. You have options here. Sleeping before you is some pink blobby creature with the Majin symbol on it. And no Majin Buu egg. Ahah. Haha. Hahahaha… oh no. Yet it doesn’t look like it’s waking up soon. You could… just blast it before it wakes up, but Supreme Kai was training Tapion and Minotia to remove those it absorbed. How did it even get loose? Was it some after-effect of Janemba? Was it Towa’s doing? Mmnhhh… maybe you can do something to seal it away? Maybe you could work with Tapion and Minotia?

Ugh. What can you do?

>A. Call over EVERYONE! Quickly!
>B. Blast it blast it blast it! Blast it before it wakes up!
>C. Check the sword, see if it has a reaction to this… Majin Buu
>D. Panic? PANIC!
>E. Something else?
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>>4475813
>>A. Call over EVERYONE! Quickly!
Good luck today, Kato
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>>4475810
>A.
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>>4475813
>A.
Glad to see you running again!
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>>4475813
>A.
>E. Try to sense this thing out, see if you can feel anyone in there or get a read on what kind of power we're dealing with.
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>>4475867
Support
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>>4475813
>E. Let sleeping Buus lie.
>F. Go ask King Kai if they have Nimbuses in Otherworld.
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“G-guuuyyyyys! We might have a situation here!” you call out as you look over the creature, sensing out to see just what the heck this IS. It… does feel like what was in that egg, but far more “solid” now. You’re not really sensing any distinct energy signatures inside it, though maybe that’s because it’s not letting out as much power? It… doesn’t feel exceptionally strong, but it’s also just sleeping.

Shin hurries over with everyone. “What’s the matter Gohan? What did you fiiiiiiAAAAAAAAH!” He lets out a scream, then quickly shuts his mouth. Tapion and Minotia draw their weapons, Kibito standing in shock and disbelief.

“M-MAJIN BUU IS FREE!” the tall red Kai exclaims.

“Supreme Kai, what do we do?” Tapion asks, rushing next to you with his brother.

“We have to stop it qui- …wait. It’s… sleeping?” he asks in confusion. “How did it get out, then?”

“...Maybe it was something to do with the sword?” you speculate, holding up the covered blade.

He rubs his head, unsure. “That… could explain it. Yet, even in this state, he is very dangerous!”

“Should we try to seal him away in something?” Minotia asks. “If we destroy him, all our training is gonna be wasted.”

“Might we be able to separate the Grand Supreme Kai in this state?” Tapion questions.

“I wasn’t able to sense anything inside it, though that might because it’s asleep and isn’t giving off a lot of Ki.” you mention.

Shin eases slightly, but still looks unsure. “…Tapion, Minotia, Gohan, can you all work together and try to locate the Grand Supreme Kai inside Majin Buu? If we can manage at least that, we have something to start with. It will take all three of you focusing together, but this might be our best chance.”

>A. All right, let’s give it a try!
>B. What happens if Buu wakes up?
>C. I dunno… should we really risk something like this?
>D. Something else?
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>>4475996
>>C. I dunno… should we really risk something like this?
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>>4475996
>B.
Then
>A.
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>>4475996
>A. All right, let’s give it a try!
>D. Shin be careful. In fact, disguise yourself as candy, that way he won't turn you into candy.
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>>4476002
C'mon. You feel great. You can win. You, can, do, this!
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>>4475996

Supporting >>4476006
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Rolled 8, 11, 20 = 39 (3d20)

Okay! Roll me 1d20, best of three! DC is 15!
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Rolled 17 (1d20)

>>4476077
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>>4476077
Can we ask for a taller body when we rez?
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Rolled 18 (1d20)

>>4476077
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>>4476077
Ooh, better wish: Can we make everyone else on Earth shorter?
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>>4476086
>>4476095
Why?
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Rolled 7 (1d20)

>>4476077
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>>4476104
So Towa and Co. will stop saying Gohan's new sword is compensating for his shortness.
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Rolled 2, 11, 7 = 20 (3d20)

>>4476082
>>4476092
>>4476108
Passed! Writing...
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>>4476104
Also, Kato keeps going "Do not wish to be taller." So if everyone's shorter, no one will be!
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And ignoring for the rest of the thread. So much for that.
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>>4475996
“Supreme Kai, what happens if Buu wakes up? And by that I mean, what specifically should we expect?” you ask.

He closes his eyes solemnly. “When Majin Buu absorbed the Grand Supreme Kai, the innocence and purity of him balanced out the chaotic tendencies of the creature, resulting in a childlike state, but one prone to outbursts and without real restraint on his abilities. He may just as readily be willing to slaughter innocents as he is to seek out food… sometimes mixing the two and turning people into candy for him to consume.”

You shudder. “That sounds… horrible.”

“And if we remove the Grand Supreme Kai, will he revert to what he was before?” Tapion questions.

“Lacking the innocence, he will retain South Supreme Kai’s strength, and the original form’s unrelenting chaotic nature.” Shin explains.

“Feh! Gohan should be more than capable enough to take on such a foe.” Elder Kai exclaims, approaching and looking to you with confidence. “With that power I helped you unlock, no form of Buu would be able to hold a candle to you.” You smile back at him, and he gives you a thumb’s up.

Minotia though has a more pressing question, “How long do we have?”

“It… is hard to tell, but I would suspect no more than 20 days.” Shin replies.

You and the two brothers give one another nods. “Then we have no time to lose.” The three of you close your eyes and focus on the form of Buu before you. After reaching out and trying to feel the being’s energy, you… kinda get something. Somewhere in its head, you sense a subtle shift in the energy. It feels SIMILAR to the rest of Buu, but more concentrated and ever so slightly off. Minotia doesn’t quite get it, but Tapion picks up on it, even more clearly.

“I think… I think I feel it.” Tapion states.

>A. Let’s coordinate with Tapion then and try to pull Grand Supreme Kai out of there pronto!
>B. Wait until Minotia can sense it too, maybe help him out first
>C. Supreme Kai, it’s your decision, what should we do next?
>D. Something else?
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>>4476268
>D. Oh right, what about the South Supreme Kai? We should save him too, right?
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>>4476268

>B.
>>4476284
>C.
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>>4476268
>B. Wait until Minotia can sense it too, maybe help him out first

>>4476284
...That actually isn't a bad point. But let's say it a bit differently.

>D. Is the South Supreme Kai beyond saving? We can't feel him right now, but perhaps after removing the Grand Supreme Kai...
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>>4476268
Support
>>4476299
>>4476300
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>>4476268
>>4476301
Voting against.
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>>4476313
Literally the only change is being less of a dick about it.
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>>4476321
Oh, I don't mind your write-in.
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Rolled 11, 16, 5 = 32 (3d20)

Behave.
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>>4476327
>>4476323
Apologies.
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>>4476333
Don't worry about it, easy mistake.
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You look back to Shin. “Supreme Kai, what next? I feel we should at least wait until Minotia’s got the hang of this, but the decision’s up to you.”

He crosses his arms and lets out a contemplative “hmm.” Glancing at Minotia, he recommends, “We should be as prepared as possible for this. Let’s take a day to go over this, and be absolutely sure we’re ready. We’ll need to watch Majin Buu until then. Minotia, I shall assist you in trying to find the Grand Supreme Kai within Majin Buu.”

“Understood, sir!” the boy responds with determination. “I’ll do my best!”

As the situation calms down you let King Yemma know you’ve got an important thing to work on with the Supreme Kai first, and he understandingly gives you the OK, but reminds you that you still have some paperwork to go through. Sitting down and watching as Shin helps Minotia with the task at hand, you actually have a question for the Supreme Kai. “So, what about South Supreme Kai? Will we have a chance to free him too?”

“That is the plan, but we need to make sure we’ll be able to bring out Grand Supreme Kai first. From there, we will have a base to work from to locate South Supreme Kai as well.” he responds, still helping Minotia.

Tapion sits by you, giving you a curious look. “So… how long do you have left before you’re brought back?”

You rub the side of your head. “Well, given the wish sis made, I think I still gotta wait out all the Dragon Balls resetting. If we use Namek’s like we did for Minotia, it would be… October 18th, at the absolute soonest. But if we wait for Earth’s, I’m waiting until July of next year. So, still a ways away from now.”

He nods. “I see… you’d prefer being home sooner rather than later, no?”

You also hear Elder Kai grumble underneath the tree he’s sitting by.

>A. Absolutely! If the Namekians are willing, that is
>B. Better just rely on one big wish, I think, so might be better to wait for Earth’s
>C. Elder Kai, come on, sis did away with that Negative Energy stuff! Clean slate!
>D. Something else?
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>>4476428
>B. Better just rely on one big wish, I think, so might be better to wait for Earth’s
>D. Nah, Grand Kai still has to train me how to rock. throughout the projects
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>>4476428
>A.
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>>4476428
>B. Better just rely on one big wish, I think, so might be better to wait for Earth’s
>D. I have people waiting for me so I want to be home. But I don't mind the company here either, and I'm in no rush. And I did say I wanted to train with the Grand Kai, sorta.
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>>4476428
>A.
If for some reason the Namekians need to use the Dragon Balls for an emergency then we can use Earth's.
>D.
"I want to train as much as I can, but I think due to Hell breaking loose that my strength is needed more at home. I'm lucky to have a second chance at life and I need to make the most of it."
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>>4476428
>>4476451
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Well… as much as you do miss your family… “I mean, I definitely have people waiting for me back home, but it would be better to use the Earth’s Dragon Balls rather than Namek’s. That way we can bring back people with one big wish, just in case something else happens between now and then. Plus… I kinda have made some good acquaintances here. Friends, even. It’s not like I’m gonna be hurting for company.”

“I see. If that’s what you feel is best.”

“How about you? Are you gonna head back home some time?” you ask Tapion.

“Well, it would depend on what else Supreme Kai has in store for us, but I wouldn’t mind returning for a time. Nor would I mind seeing a bit more of the universe. And…” He smiles softly. “I wouldn’t mind going to Earth again, actually.”

“Heh, to see Izzy again?” you question cheekily. Tapion returns a soft laugh.

Supreme Kai finishes helping Minotia, and the three of you spend some time preparing for exorcising the Grand Supreme Kai. Now… do you wait longer to try and bring out South Supreme Kai, or pull out Grand Supreme Kai first?

>A. Exorcise Grand Supreme Kai
>B. Try to find South Supreme Kai too
>C. Something else?
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>>4476659
>A. Exorcise Grand Supreme Kai
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>>4476659
>B.
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>>4476659
>B. Try to find South Supreme Kai too
Easier now than later.
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>>4476659
>B.
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Rolled 6, 7, 4 = 17 (3d20)

Okay, one more roll of 1d20, best of three! DC is 15 once more!
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Rolled 1 (1d20)

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Rolled 10 (1d20)

>>4476679
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Rolled 5 (1d20)

>>4476679
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Rolled 7, 2, 16 = 25 (3d20)

>>4476682
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>>4476688
Welp. Didn't pass this one. Writing...
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You attempt to try and find South Supreme Kai as well, Tapion and Minotia doing the same. And… you don’t have nearly the same kind of luck. Unlike Grand Supreme Kai, there’s no real energy signature you can feel out that’s distinct enough from the surroundings that you can get a focus on it. It’s like if you were looking for a sewing needle in uncle Raditz’s hair. Tapion’s having no luck either, from the expression on his face. Minotia might have something, but he’s taking his sweet time. Hrmn… maybe if you try a bit harder…

“Mmh…”

Come on, you just gotta try a bit harder, almost…

“Mnngh…”

You… start to feel something as you sense through Majin Buu’s energy. Minotia seems to sense something as well, but he then has a questioning look on his face. His eyes then widen as he steps back. “Uhhhh… bro, Gohan, Supreme Kai…”

“Just a bit more and-”

“HEY!”

The sudden shout causes you to leap back, Tapion and Minotia doing the same, Supreme Kai gasping in shock. And… Majin Buu sits up. Oh. Oh crap.

“Why you interrupt Buu’s nap?!” it demands… letting out a big yawn in a strange, childlike voice. “Yaaah… Buu still sleepy.” the pink Majin grumbles, rubbing its eyes. “Huh? Who you?” Buu asks, pointing at you.

>A. …I’m here to tell you a bed time story, Majin Buu!
>B. Okay change of plans! Tapion, Minotia, let’s exorcise him immediately!
>C. Knock ‘em out!
>D. Something else?
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>>4476804
>A.

>D.
"Tapion, Minotia. I need you to play a lullaby on the ocarinas."
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>>4476804
Support >>4476816
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>>4476804
>>4476816
Sold.
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Rolled 19, 8, 4 = 31 (3d20)

All righty, one last roll for tonight. 1d20, best of three. DC is 14.
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>>4476804
> Supporting >>4476816
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Rolled 10 (1d20)

>>4476828
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Rolled 16 (1d20)

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Rolled 14 (1d20)

>>4476828
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Rolled 8 (1d20)

>>4476831
>>4476834
>>4476835
Passed! Nice job! Writing...
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Rolled 15, 10, 9 = 34 (3d20)

>>4476837
Whoops, one more...
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>>4476804
Gohan, think, quick, what do you say? Uh… uh… ah! AHA! “…I’m here read you a bed time story, Majin Buu!”

Buu smiles with joy and claps its hands together. “Bedtime story! Bedtime story!”

“Tapion, Minotia, you guys set the mood with your ocarinas.” you ask your friends as you walk up beside Buu. “Okay Buu, I’m gonna tell you the… uh… the story of the Little Blue Robot Hero!” Oh god what are you doing Gohan. Oh god you hope this works.

“Little… Blue Robot Hero?” Buu repeats innocently. “Can Buu have candy for story?”

“Y-yeah, sure!” you respond. You glance over and see Supreme Kai hyperventilating, bracing himself against the tree Elder Kai is now hiding behind. Which just leaves… “Kibito! We’ve got candy, right?”

He gulps. “Candy. Yes. We. Have that. I shall. Get some.” He then teleports away with a call of “Kai Kai.”

“He’ll… get you some good candy, Buu!” you tell the Majin. He starts to clap again. You sit down in front of him. “So! Let’s begin! Off in the distant year of 20XX…”

And so you… give a rather embellished retelling of two of your favorite games (even taking in ideas from some fan comics you’ve read), Kibito coming back with candies that the Majin enjoys. As you start to reach the climax of the the second game, Buu starts to get drowsy again. And to Tapion and Minotia’s credit, they keep up decently well with you telepathically giving them your best recollections of the soundtrack.

https://youtu.be/rw9BYlAmM74

“And so our little Blue Bomber finally makes it to the Skull Fortress, but as he passes through the obstacles and enemies before him, a massive mechanical dragon gives chase! It corners our hero, who turns to face it, and-”

“Zzzzz…”

And Buu’s finally fallen back asleep. Shin walks beside you, sighing in relief. “I am not sure how that worked. But it did.”

“Eheh… yeah. He’s… somehow really easily satiated.” Still… who knows how long Buu will be asleep? What do you do now?

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight. We’ll continue tomorrow starting ~4:30 pm PST. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there.
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>>4476957
Fun had, Kato, thanks for running!
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>>4476957
https://youtu.be/9LmdO3TCzpM
Very nice way of de-escalating things!
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>>4476975
Glad you had fun!

And okay, we are back!

>>4476957
So. Buu is back asleep… for who knows how long, really. What to do now? Try again to find South Supreme Kai? Try to free Grand Supreme Kai? …Maybe leave Buu alone for a bit? He wasn’t THAT dangerous. Hrmn…

>A. Let’s try again to find South Supreme Kai
>B. Better get Grand Supreme Kai out there
>C. Might be better to leave Buu be, for the time being
>D. Something else?
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>>4477906
>D. The flute lulled the monster fatty back to sleep? How ironic.
>A.
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>>4477906
>D.
"Maybe we're looking at this from the wrong angle. Maybe instead of looking for just the Kais, we should look for their divine ki instead?"

>A.
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>>4477906
>A.
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>>4477906
>A.
>D. Try to use Grand Supreme Kai's presence as a sort of guide. They've at least gotta be more like each other than like Buu.
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>>4477947
Sure
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Rolled 13, 13, 6 = 32 (3d20)

Okay! Roll me 1d20 once more, this time DC is 14!
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Rolled 3 (1d20)

>>4477965
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Rolled 19 (1d20)

>>4477965
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Rolled 20 (1d20)

>>4477965
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Rolled 15, 8, 11 = 34 (3d20)

>>4477967
>>4477969
>>4478016
Perfect! Writing...
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“Okay, Buu’s asleep. One more try?” you ask the two brothers.

“One more try! I almost got ‘em last time!” Minotia affirms.

“Let’s try to use Grand Supreme Kai’s Ki signature as a basis to look for him.” you recommend, getting to work on just that.

Now taking your time, and with a better lead on where to look, you feel out South Supreme Kai’s Ki signature inside Buu. Tapion struggles to really locate it, but Minotia manages to do it. And… there! You’ve got it! You can clearly sense out where South Supreme Kai is too! He’s… well, “deeper” inside Buu, in a way. Like there are layers to it. And yet… there also feels like something else inside there. Something… different.

“Well, how is the progress?” Shin questions.

“I believe Minotia and Gohan have found him, but I’m not sure if I have yet.” Tapion replies. “Should we wait until I have?”

>A. I think we should, just to be on the safe side
>B. Let’s try to pull them out together, right now
>C. One after the other might be best, Grand Supreme Kai first since we all have that down
>D. Something else?
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>>4478113
>D. You should be able to find it when me and Minotia are pulling.
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>>4478113
>A.
>D. Check on what that something different thing is. Could be a red flag. Make sure we can contain it too.
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>>4478113
Support >>4478128
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>>4478113
>>4478128
>>4478121
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Rolled 9, 16, 13 = 38 (3d20)

Hmm...
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“I mean, I think we should. Better to have it all down before we try it, though if you’re still having difficulty finding South Supreme Kai, you can follow Minotia and I for it.” you tell Tapion.

He gives a quick nod. “Very well. I’ll keep at it.”

As he spends time trying to search out South Supreme Kai, you walk over to Shin and mention to him, “Hey… so, did Buu absorb anyone else, as far as you’re aware of?”

The Kai looks to you with surprise. “What do you mean?”

“Because I felt something… different, in there. Like, there was another presence inside Buu. Something… different. More sinister. Not very strong, but nonetheless there.” you explain.

https://youtu.be/2okaf_qOqgE

He rubs his chin contemplatively. “I’m not aware of Buu absorbing any other beings, especially not one of any substantially evil Ki, but… hrmn.” He looks towards Buu, eyes focused intensely. “…It’s unlikely, but…”

“But?” you repeat.

“It… is possible that Grand Supreme Kai managed to sequester some of Buu’s darker impulses away when he was absorbed. Hence why you weren’t attacked when the Majin awakened.” he speculates.

“So, what happens if we pull the two out of Buu?” Minotia asks, hands behind the back of his head.

“It shouldn’t really make too much of a difference. Buu would still revert back to his pure, chaotic state. So we must be ready.”

“I believe I have the hang of this, Supreme Kai.” Tapion calls out. “Shall we begin?”

>A. Let’s get them both out!
>B. Maybe we should check on that other bit first, see if we can pull it out too
>C. Something else?
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>>4478223
>A. Let’s get them both out!
We have enough gummies.
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>>4478223
>A.
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>>4478223
>A.
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>>4478223
>A.
>C. Be ready to call someone strong but canny for help if this goes sideways. Pikkon, maybe.
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>>4478223
>>4478239
We should call for Krillin or Piccolo.
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Rolled 14, 8, 10 = 32 (3d20)

All righty then! Roll me 2d20, best of three! DC is 13 for both!
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>>4478239
Support
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Rolled 20, 8 = 28 (2d20)

>>4478246
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Rolled 3, 10 = 13 (2d20)

>>4478246
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Rolled 7, 1 = 8 (2d20)

>>4478246
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Rolled 15, 13, 15 = 43 (3d20)

>>4478248
>>4478250
>>4478253
...Good news and bad news! Writing...
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>>4478254
Thank god for small miracles. Which are the only kind Shin is capable of.
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The three of you hold your hands out, locating the Ki signatures of Grand Supreme Kai and South Supreme Kai. And… you got the first one! Got ‘em clearly! You, Tapion, and Minotia all give out a pulse of energy that grabs hold of him, and you’re clearly able to free him from where he is inside Buu. And next is South Supreme Kai! And…

https://youtu.be/_ZD09Lyx9g8

“RGH…” Buu’s eyes open wide, his body starting to change. “NGH… HHRRLLGHH…” For a moment it sounds like… Buu’s choking, or something. Agh, come on, just grab hold of the other Supreme Kai and you’ll…! “BUUUUUU!” the Majin stands up and yells angrily, steam erupting from his vents, an eruption of Ki starting to push the three of you away. Damn it!

“Gohan, Tapion, Minotia, get out of there!” Shin warns.

“Almost… got ‘em!” With all your might, you and the two brothers free, at the very least, Grand Supreme Kai from Majin Buu! The three of you set the growing form of him down beside Shin. Kibito quickly runs to him and starts to heal him.

The steam around Buu blinds you all to his form for a moment, but you can feel something change. Something drastic. You take a defensive stance as it starts to clear… and from it, a massive, tall, buff and bulky form stands. Buu tilts his head. “…You… you made… me like this…” Buu declares, voice significantly deeper, filled with rage. A malicious, hideous smirk appears on his face. “You try to take… Buu’s power… Buu not let you! BUU NOT LET YOU! Hr… HRAAAAHH! Ahhh!” He starts to beat his chest, but his form suddenly shrinks slightly, before growing again. Damn it!

>A. This has changed nothing, get South Supreme Kai outta there!
>B. Buu! …Bedtime story?
>C. Power up and get ready to fight, he’s not going to back down!
>D. Supreme Kai, get out of here and take everyone else with you!
>E. Something else?
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>>4478277
>C. Power up and get ready to fight, he’s not going to back down!
>D. Supreme Kai, get out of here and take everyone else with you!

The whole thing will have been for nothing if he absorbs the Grand Supreme Kai and maybe some others
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>>4478277
>D.
>A.
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>>4478277
>D.
>A. We had ahold, we know what to grab. Unleash full power and PULL.
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>>4478277
>A.
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Rolled 18, 10, 12 = 40 (3d20)

Okay, roll me 2d20 this time, best of three! DC is 14 for the first, 15 for the second!
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Rolled 12, 10 = 22 (2d20)

>>4478297
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Rolled 13, 11 = 24 (2d20)

>>4478297
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Rolled 19, 5 = 24 (2d20)

>>4478297
RAAAAAAA
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Plus les choses changent, plus elles restent les mêmes.
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Rolled 12, 16, 14 = 42 (3d20)

>>4478299
>>4478302
>>4478304
Passed one!

And sadly I'm gonna have to turn in for the night. Thank you all for playing! We'll continue tomorrow starting ~5:30 pm PST. Hope to see y'all then! And stay safe, everyone!
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>>4478307
Goodnight!
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>>4478307
Thanks for running!
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>>4478305
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>>4478311
Thanks for playing!

And okay, we are back!

>>4478277
“Supreme Kai, get everyone else out of here!” you demand as your white aura surges around your body. “If he goes after you, all of this will be for nothing!”

“R-right!” Shin replies. “Gohan, Tapion, Minotia, good luck!”

Buu lets out a loud roar as his body pulses again, everyone else teleporting away. It’s now or never! “We free South Supreme Kai and we’re good! Come on!” You and the two brothers hold your hands out, Tapion and Minotia also attempting to use telekinesis to hold him in place. The three of you then manage to find South Supreme Kai’s Ki signature, but right as you send out a pulse of energy to try and take hold of him, Buu lets out an explosion of energy from his body.

The three of you are pushed away right as you grab hold of him, Buu then charging at you and trying to slam his massive fist into you. Thankfully, you’re quick enough to catch it, using his inertia against him and flipping him over behind you, Buu slamming into the ground. You spin around and land, at the ready. Buu gets up and starts firing a massive barrage of Ki blasts… above you? “RRAAAAAHHhhaaa?” Right as Buu sends them careening down at you, his form pulses once more, steam erupting from his body, and making what would have been a rain of Ki blasts into an uncoordinated mess that you, Tapion, and Minotia are capable of deflecting away. Steam erupts from Buu’s body once more as he yells out louder. Now might be your chance!

>A. All right, once more! Let’s get South Supreme Kai out of there!
>B. Tapion, Minotia, you get him out, I’ll keep Buu pinned down!
>C. I need you guys to hold Buu in place, I’ll get South Supreme Kai out of there!
>D. Something else?
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>>4479267
>B.
>D. Pull Dark Buu out of Buff Buu instead.
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>>4479267
Support >>4479271
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>>4479267
>>4479271
Sneaky. Also really dangerous. Let's.
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Rolled 20, 11, 12 = 43 (3d20)

Well, if you're sure. Roll me 2d20, best of three! DC is 14 for the first, 16 for the second!
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Rolled 16, 18 = 34 (2d20)

>>4479312
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Rolled 16, 1 = 17 (2d20)

>>4479312
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Rolled 8, 20 = 28 (2d20)

>>4479312
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Rolled 13, 12, 16 = 41 (3d20)

>>4479314
>>4479315
>>4479322
Ooooh, this is a very interesting set of rolls. You passed both! Writing...
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“Tapion, Minotia, you get South Supreme Kai out of there! I’ll hold Buu off!” You charge forward, slamming your foot down to get Buu to back off and focus on you. His body pulses once more as he dodges away, letting off more steam, swinging his massive limbs at you, with you barely dodging. You manage to kick Buu in the stomach and force him back, his body pulsing one more time, staying small for longer. But just then, Tapion and Minotia send out their pulses of energy to locate and grab on to South Supreme Kai, and quickly the pair force him out of Buu’s body. Buu lets out a loud yell as he becomes engulfed in steam.

Here’s your chance! You try to find that bit of malicious energy from before and exorcise it. You locate… what feels like it, though there’s something off. Not nearly as… chaotic as you felt before. Can’t worry about that now, no time to lose! You grab hold of it and pull it from Buu’s body, a small pink blob flying out.

https://youtu.be/7tZ6OSlZGsE

The cloud of steam from Buu’s body is pushed away with a powerful burst of energy. Before you… stands a much smaller figure. Childlike, even. Yet unmistakably Majin Buu. He slowly lifts his head, eyes opening, a menacing grin appearing on his face, sclera of his eyes pitch black while his irises are crimson red. A lot, vile chuckle escapes from his lips. And… you feel the malicious energy from before still there, in fact it seems like Buu is nothing BUT chaos and malice now. Then… what did you pull out?

You look over to the small pink blob… as it reforms into the chubby Buu from before. Only significantly reduced in size, his whole body barely the size of your head. He’s also fast asleep. Well. That’s. Not what you were expecting.

“HOOOOOOOO!” the child form of Buu howls out, beating his chest.

>A. Tapion, Minotia, get these two outta here, I’ll finish this Buu!
>B. Guys, can you seal away this Buu somehow?
>C. You two keep Buu occupied, I’ll take these away from the battle!
>D. Something else?
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>>4479465
>A. Tapion, Minotia, get these two outta here, I’ll finish this Buu!
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>>4479465
>D. Even as a kid, he's taller than you! And Vegeta!
>C. You two keep Buu occupied, I’ll take these away from the battle!
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>>4479465
>A.
>D.
See if Muramasa is reacting to Kid Buu at all.
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>>4479465
>A & D.
"King Yemma, got a soul coming in for washing! Hope it comes back some day as a good person."
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>>4479465
>>4479501
Sure why not. We have many gummies but not enough Majuub.
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Rolled 12, 20, 7 = 39 (3d20)

All righty then! Roll me 2d20 once more, best of three! DC is 13 for both!
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Rolled 15, 9 = 24 (2d20)

>>4479530
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Rolled 8, 14 = 22 (2d20)

>>4479530
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Rolled 8, 6 = 14 (2d20)

>>4479530
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Rolled 17, 17, 14 = 48 (3d20)

>>4479534
>>4479546
>>4479549
Passed both! Writing...
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“Tapion, Minotia, take these two out of here!” You motion to South Supreme Kai and the Mini Buu. “I’ll finish off this guy!”

The kid Buu lets out an uproarious laugh. “AAAHAHAHAHAHA!” A pink aura flows around him. “Hohohohoho… HAHAHAHAHAHA!” He launches towards you, arms stretching out wide and then flinging at you to try and grab you. You leap above them, but Buu opens his mouth and lets out a massive beam. So this is how he’s gonna play, huh? You chop at the beam and knock it away. Buu then launches his body at you like a cannonball…

https://youtu.be/muDdK21j3NM

And you slam your fist into him with all your might, causing his rubbery, gummy body to bend slightly from the sheer force of it before rocketing back to the surface. Buu carves a path through the ground, standing back up quickly, but stunned at how powerful that blow was. You crack your knuckles. “What’s wrong? Don’t tell me that’s the best you’ve got.”

Buu starts fuming, literally, and flings his antenna forward, firing out a beam from it, then another, and another, only for you to doge each one as you get closer. You land on the ground and narrowly avoid another blast, with it… turning one of the rocks into a jawbreaker. Okay, DEFINITELY avoid that beam at all costs. You start by grabbing Buu’s antenna and yanking his head into your knee, then barraging his body with relentless blows, even mixing in Lightning with it. Buu screams out at you angrily, even attempting to bite your arm as you punch him.

You knock the Majin away, letting your aura really flare up around you. “King Yemma! Got a soul coming to you soon for washing, and it’s a real feisty one! Hope it comes back as a better person when it’s all over.”

Buu fumes and seethes, part of his body liquefying and dripping down. That looks dangerous… or, it would, if not for… “BRAVE CANNON!” A blast of energy bolting at it and destroying the sludge. Tapion floats above you. “Supreme Kai says to avoid that, it’s how Buu absorbs his victims! You have do destroy every part of him.”

Minoatia floats beside him as well, the two brothers ready to help. “We got those two to safety, too!”

“Sneaky! Thanks, Tapion, Minotia!” Okay, how do you finish this?

>A. Luminaire!
>B. Shinespark!
>C. Thunder Break Slash!
>D. Draw the Muramasa and slash ‘em down!
>E. Ghost Wisp barrage!
>F. Full Power Lightning-boosted Kamehameha!
>G. Something else?
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>>4479668
>A.
>G.
Triple tech! Tapion and Minotia use their Ocarinas to keep Buu in place for the attack.
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>>4479668
>>4479676
ULTIMATE LIGHT
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>>4479668
>A. Luminaire!
>>4479676
SONG OF SUN!
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Rolled 17, 15, 8 = 40 (3d20)

Okay! Last roll of the night! 2d20, best of three! DC is 13 for both once more!
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Rolled 5, 12 = 17 (2d20)

>>4479687
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Rolled 17, 19 = 36 (2d20)

>>4479687
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Rolled 7, 6 = 13 (2d20)

>>4479687
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Rolled 6, 5, 4 = 15 (3d20)

>>4479690
>>4479693
>>4479695
Passed both! Congrats!

And sadly gonna have to rest for the night. We'll be back starting ~5:30 pm PST tomorrow! Hope to see y'all there! Stay safe!
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>>4479693
always bet on sword!
https://youtu.be/aa11arT_wvI

Next you're gonna say, "You passed! But sadly, I'm going to sleep for the night. See y'all tomorrow!"
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>>4479700
Thanks for running! Fun had!
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>>4479703
Glad to hear!

And okay, we are back!

>>4479668
“Tapion, Minotia! Use your ocarinas to keep this Buu from escaping! I’ve got something to end this for good!” you call out, your white aura surging around you. Dashing at the Majin, you strike him in the gut, dodge under a swing of his arm, move to the side to avoid the follow-up kick, and then grab his leg and spin him around, flinging him into the air. Buu stretches his body out like a parachute to slow his ascent, then trying to stretch out wider to cover you, laughing maniacally… when he notices you holding your hands up, a bright white light emanating from your body. “LUMINAIRE!”

https://youtu.be/Ch461Ux75a4

And right as your attack is about to go off, the brothers suddenly start playing their ocarinas, Buu’s body retracting. He screams out in pain, limbs flailing out wildly. His right arm manages to take a swipe at Minotia, who has to break concentration to dodge it, blocking a grab with the flat of his sword. Buu’s arm retracts, and he holds both above his head and charges a sphere of energy with enough power to have blown up the Earth several times over. But it’s too late. The powerful blast of your attack makes contact, causing Buu to lose focus and even forcing his attack to hit himself. Tapion’s continued playing is enough to hold him in place. You let out all your power, and in one final push, blast away Buu until there is absolutely nothing left.

It… it’s over? Haha! It’s over!

https://youtu.be/JAaQ1kZiues

“King Yemma… you see that Buu’s soul pop up over there?” you ask aloud, trying to contact him.

‘That I do, kid. You and your pals are something else! Heh, guess you’re really showing off that new title of yours isn’t just for show.’

You fall back, laughing. “Th-thanks! Hahaha! Wow! Can’t believe it’s finally over!”

‘I’ll expect you to be helping with the paperwork for that little request of yours too, though, Gohan.’ King Yemma adds.

>A. Aaaaabsolutely, hahaha…
>B. I’ll… get back to you on that!
>C. Contact Supreme Kai and see how those you rescued from Buu are doing
>D. Something else?
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>>4480878
>A. & C.
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>>4480878
>A.
"We should talk to you about upgrading to digital. A God Pad or something."
>C.
>D.
"Let's double-check the area. That Dark Buu could've hidden a piece of himself away and had it hide while we were busy."
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>>4480878
>A & C.
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>>4480878
>>4480889
This, but maybe not the god pad.
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“Aaaaaabsolutely, hahahaaa…” Gotta get that paperwork done sooner or later. “That’s a promise, King Yemma.” You sit up, Tapion and Minotia floating down beside you and helping you up.

“It would seem our task is complete.” Tapion remarks. “Buu has been vanquished, and the Supreme Kais have been freed.”

“Let’s be absolutely sure, just in case that Buu hid a bit of himself somewhere.” you comment.

Minotia gives you a side-eye. “…You literally just checked with King Yemma to see if he’s dead.”

“You always gotta be sure. Mom’s been through too much stuff with Towa for me not to know to double check.”

He blinks. “Gohan, the only other bit of Buu left is that little one you pulled out of the kid one. Like. Come on.”

“Oh! That reminds me, where did you put it?” you ask. “Also, Supreme Kai, everything good with you guys?”

‘That we are. We’ll be back shortly.’

Minotia motions for you to follow, and you end up near South Supreme Kai, still out cold, and the tiny Buu, still fast asleep. And… yeah. There’s no trace of the other Buu left anywhere. Supreme Kai teleports in with Elder Kai, Kibito, and the now awake and recovered Grand Supreme Kai. Kibito heads to South Supreme Kai and starts to heal him.

https://youtu.be/hNxpDaULjEs

“You have surpassed my expectations. Gohan, Tapion, Minotia, all three of you have gone above and beyond what you were tasked with. I am proud of all of you.” Shin states.

“And that power within you I helped unlock really is something, ain’t it?” Elder Kai asks.

“Heh, absolutely. Would’ve been much harder to deal with Buu without it.” you reply, rubbing the back of your neck bashfully.

Grand Supreme Kai walks towards you, smiling kindly. “Having been caught up on the situation, I must say that I am astounded and proud of you mortals. Shin picked the perfect students.”

“You flatter me, sir.” the smaller Kai comments bashfully.

“So… what about this Buu that Gohan pulled out?” Tapion questions.

Grand Supreme Kai looks towards it, then towards you. “I am surprised you noticed this being. It is what remains of the goodness that Buu gained when he absorbed me. With the other Majin vanquished, this is what remains of Buu.” He looks to you. “Tell me, Son Gohan, what do you believe we should do with it?”

>A. Might be better to seal it away and keep it napping, somehow
>B. Well… if he does have some of the “goodness” you gave Buu, maybe he can become good too?
>C. It… might be better if it was destroyed too, to be honest. It’s still Buu, after all
>D. Something else?
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>>4481090
>B.
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>He blinks. “Gohan, the only other bit of Buu left is that little one you pulled out of the kid one. Like. Come on.”
>“Oh! That reminds me, where did you put it?” you ask. “Also, Supreme Kai, everything good with you guys?”
>‘That we are. We’ll be back shortly.’
>Minotia motions for you to follow, and you end up near South Supreme Kai, still out cold, and the tiny Buu, still fast asleep.
https://youtu.be/Ko_CF_WLDDQ
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>B.
>D. "I have plenty of bedtime stories about heroes to tell Buu should he need help sleeping."
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>>4481090
>>4481112
>E. Maybe we can train him as a defender of creation, rather than its end?
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>>4481178
Sure
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>>4481178
support
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“Well… if he does have some ‘goodness’ in him still, maybe this Buu can learn to use it? Become, well, completely good.” you ponder aloud. This catches Shin and Kibito by surprise… but not the Grand Supreme Kai. You laugh softly. “Eheh, might also have plenty more stories to tell ‘em, of heroes he could learn from. I just think… maybe it’d be better if we make him a defender of creation, rather than a bringer of the end, y’ know?”

“An excellent outlook, young Son Gohan.” Grand Supreme Kai praises. “I shall hold you to that.”

“Are you really sure about this, sir?” Shin questions.

He nods, and Elder Kai too speaks up in support. “Gohan has proven to be capable of handling situations like this. Don’t worry so much, young one.”

Finally, South Supreme Kai awakens too, and Grand Supreme Kai catches him up to speed. The mini Buu is given a tiny, comfortable bed to rest in. All the Supreme Kais thank you, Tapion, and Minotia for all you’ve done, with Shin declaring that you’ll all always be welcome on this world. So… now what?

>A. Head to King Yemma and get started on that paperwork!
>B. Take some time to train at Supreme Kai’s world and learn a bit from South and Grand Supreme Kai
>C. Check up on grandpa Bardock in Hell, see how he’s doing down there
>D. Something else?
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>>4481255
>A.
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>>4481255
>A.
>D. On the way to Yemma contact Bardock telepathically about the day we've had.
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>>4481255
>C. Check up on grandpa Bardock in Hell, see how he’s doing down there
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>>4481255
>A.
We did promise.
>D.
"I know you've all recently returned but I would like you both to visit Earth and meet my friends and family with me."
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>>4481264
>>4481267
Sure.
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>>4481255
>>4481264
>E. See if we can send a message to Grand Kai about scheduling our jams.
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>>4481267
I also like this D.
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“Hey, I know you all have only recently returned and everything… but think you might be able to stop by Earth some time? Maybe when I get revived?” you ask the Kais.

South Supreme Kai rubs his massive chin, while Shin looks to the Grand Supreme Kai. It’s Elder Kai, however, who answers first. “Eh. I’m not one for social visits, my boy. I’ll think about it, but no promises.”

“Not even for the cute ladies?” you ask.

South Supreme Kai gives him a side-eye as Elder Kai’s head perks up a bit. “…I’ll. Think about it. Ehehehe…”

“Seems what you heard about our great ancestor was spot on, sir.” the massive Kai comments to the more portly one.

“Well, it wouldn’t hurt to see how the mortal realm has developed up close.” Grand Supreme Kai responds. “We will be sure to make time.”

“Indeed, in fact we should start checking in on what all has transpired in the last… hooh, five million years since we were absorbed.” South Supreme Kai then pats shin on the shoulder. “I must say, you’ve done quite well to make it this far on your own.”

He rubs the back of his neck. “It… admittedly hasn’t always been easy, I’ll admit. Especially considering how long it has taken me to get to this point. But, thank you nonetheless.”

“Well! Now that that’s settled, I gotta help King Yemma with paperwork.” you mention.

“Very well.” Kibito places his hand on your head. “Kai Kai.”

The two of you appear next to King Yemma, who gives you a nod. “You have had quite the last couple days, it would seem.” he comments.

“Hah! I’ll say… actually, mind me letting grandpa Bardock know while I help with your work?” you request.

“So long as you promise to keep focused on the task at hand.” He pushes a stack of papers down towards you, some ogres bringing a desk thrice as tall as you are over for them. “I had these started up after formalizing Bardock’s new position. You’ll be required to go through all of the requested members of his squad in becoming Hell’s Martials.”

(cont.)
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The stack of papers, now on the desk, is even taller than the desk itself. You start to look through them, surprised that they’re legible to you, and notice that there are… rather long and detailed lists of each member’s deeds both before and after dying. At the top, though, you find grandma Gine’s. Smiling softly, you grab the oversized pen on the side of the desk, wielding it like a sword, and start writing. ‘Grandpa Bardock, can you hear me?’

‘Ah, Gohan, I see you dealt with that Buu thing at last.’

You blink. ‘Ye- wait, how’d you know that?’

‘These psychic visions, remember? Heh, still, impressed by how you handled that. Good job.’

‘Oh but it wasn’t just defeating Buu! Tapion and Minotia and I managed to free Grand Supreme Kai, and then we held off a bulkier version of Buu…’ And you continue to relay what all went down, working hard on the papers as you do. And you get the sense that Bardock’s smiling all the way through it.

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight. We’ll continue tomorrow starting ~5:30 pm PST. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there.

Also, more Gohan tomorrow, or switch over to Peppa or Izzy?
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>>4481304
Izzy!

And much fun was had. See you, tomorrow boss!
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>>4481304
Fun had, thanks for running!

Also Peppa time.
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>>4481304
A satisfying conclusion as always, Kato.

I'm feeling it's Izzy's turn.
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>>4481304
A very good time had. I think Izzy's ready on rotation.
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Chi-chi rubs her forehead, sighing softly. “You know, most kids your age will bring home a stray animal or something. Not… four criminals.”

“They’re not pets, mom. They’re gonna be working under me to show they’ll reform.” you explain.

“Daaaang.” Cheelai comments, looking over your home. “This is some gilded cage to end up in. Way better than the slammers the Galactic Patrol has.”

Chi-chi narrows her eyes, now looking to the Para Para brothers, the youngest actually sitting down with Icarus, who coos gently as the kid pets him… while the older two are given some ground rules by dad. Mom’s attention back on you, she comments, “Izzy, are you sure you’re up for this?”

>A. Ah come on, what’s the worst that could happen?
>B. I take my role as their new boss very seriously, and I am serious about helping them reform. Give ‘em a chance
>C. Come on, mom, you and dad and all your friends got up to stuff like this when you were younger!
>D. Something else?
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>>4481306
>>4481307
>>4481339
>>4481381
Gah, and the first part of the post got eaten somehow. Thank you all for playing!

And okay, we'll switch over to Izzy tonight! We are back!
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>>4482515
>B.
>D.
"It was either them or Buster the lizard wolf-tiger."
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>>4482515
>C.
>B.
>D. "I'm going t have to learn to rule over subjects eventually, right?"
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>>4482515
Support
>>4482524
>>4482532
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>>4482515
>>4482532
>B.
And this D.
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“I mean it was either them or Buster the lizard-wolf-tiger…” you respond lowly. Chi-chi gives you an unamused stare. “Look, mom, for real? I’m taking this role as their new boss seriously. I want to help them reform. I’m gonna give them a chance. Can you give them a chance too?”

Mom crosses her arms and sighs. “Izumi, you’re barely a teen, and most of these people look even older than you. I don’t know if it’s wise…”

“You and dad and everyone else were able to help people older than you when you were my age.” you comment, causing mom to flinch. “And I gotta say, I think I learned from the best. Besides, some day I’ll have subjects to rule over myself, and best to get some experience in before then.”

Chi-chi has a very mixed reaction on her face, trying not to pout at your retort, and yet also feeling pride well up inside her, and yet further finding it hard to argue with the logic of you growing as a leader. Sighing louder, she relents. “Fine, fine. I’ll allow it. But…!” She points her finger right at Cheelai. “Acer may be giving those boys the dressing down, but the same goes for you, young missy. We’ll be keeping our eyes on you.”

Cheelai just gives an OK sign in response. Mom grumbles, but turns away and heads off. The green girl then places her hands behind her head. “Okay. What now, boss? Got something set for our ‘rehabilitation’ already?”

>A. First order of business: shopping. Come on let’s go! You all could do with some new threads!
>B. Better we start with something small. Some community service, minor stuff, you know
>C. Soooo… how do you feel about handling larger animals? Because there’s a certain island park that could use some helping hands
>D. Something else?
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>>4482670
>C.
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>>4482670
>C.
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>>4482670
>C.
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>>4482670
>C. Yes, but also
>A.

What is the good in being Giant Monster God Park Rangers without a snappy uniform?
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>>4482724
Yeeeesss
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>>4482724
Why don't we just clothes beam up something respectable? We can train them to behave in a public setting some other time and way.
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>>4482726
Are you suggesting...

MAKEOVERS?
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>>4482743
...Maybe we can hold off on the changing their personal details until they're more settled.
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A sly smirk appearing on your face, you motion for her to follow. With everyone gathered, you place your hands on your hips and grin wide. “Soooo… how do you guys feel about handling larger animals? Because there’s a certain island park that could use some helping hands.”

The Para Para bros give a shrug. “We’ve handled big game before, no sweat. Just tell us where and we’ll be there, boss lady.”

Cheelia though places her hands in her pockets, raising an eyebrow. “And just what kinds of animals are we talking about?”

You Clothes Beam up a 30 meter long sash, then hold it vertically, keeping it in place with Ki. “See the top of that? That’s the average height.” You ease it a bit, bringing it down to about 10 meters. “Though most will be about this tall and below. And a few…” You bring the sash all the way up to 100 meters. “…will be this tall, though they keep to themselves. Usually.”

Cheelai gulps. “Y-you’re… serious.”

You bring the sash down to about 2 meters, then divide it into little strips. “I am absolutely serious. First task is going to be helping the park rangers of this island.” You give each of them outfits matching Lapis and Chuu Lee’s, and then add the divided sash as little armbands. “Will there be a problem, Cheelai?”

She looks down at her uniform and frowns. “…Mnnh. No, boss.”

“Good! Because afterwards we’ve got some makeovers coming up!”

She plays with her white hair, glancing at the Para Para bros. “…Fiiiiine. Whatever.”

“Good, let’s be on our way!~”

You get in contact with Lapis and Chuu Lee, letting them know of your plan, and getting your group teleported over to Monster Island. Lapis looks over the group, the Para Para bros actually a little enthusiastic over what they see as an easy gig. “So, take it you two can fly… what about the little guy though?”

“Para Para!” Son Para exclaims excitedly.

“Eh he’s a tough lil’ squirt. He’ll just stick with us though.” Bon Para responds.

“And you, girly?” he then asks Cheelai.

She huffs. “Ain’t got that kind of skill on my own, pal.”

“That’s fine. You’ll be on watchtower duty.” He motions to the tall tower in the distance. Lapis then looks to the brothers, and in a nonchalant tone tells them, “You three, you guys are on patrol. Keep an eye out for poachers, make sure any trapped animals are freed, and don’t get eaten.”

“Got it, don’t get eaten, and those other things. This’ll be a snap.” Don Para replies… with a snap of his fingers for emphasis.

Lapis then looks to you. “As their boss, will you be watching over their progress, Izumi?”

>A. Absolutely. My responsibility, so I’ll be there in case any of ‘em need help
>B. Naaaaah, they’ll be fine on their own, won’t you guys?
>C. Anything in particular they should know about as of late?
>D. What about you, Mr. Lapis? You gonna be sticking around too?
>E. Something else?
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>>4482838
Sure, fine, but if you don't indoctrinate your employees early, they might think they have rights.
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>>4482867
>A & C.
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>>4482867
>A. We promised Mom we were taking this seriously.
>C.
>E. Maybe we can get some magic tracers on them in case of runners.
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>>4482867
>A.
>C.
>E. Shadow clone for each one of them.
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>>4482867
>A & C.
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Is Cheelai short or is Broly tall?
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>>4482867
“Absolutely. They’re my responsibility now, so I’ll be there if any of ‘em need it.” you reply confidently. “In fact, anything they should be aware of, keep an eye on, that sort of thing? Like, y’ know, rowdy animals, sneaky poachers.”

Lapis nods approvingly. “Atta sport. And been sensing some folks staking out the island at night from afar. Shouldn’t be too big. Just keep your eyes out and you’ll be good.”

“What exactly have they been scouting out for?” Cheelai asks.

“Been stalking some of the carnotaurus nests from last I checked. Might be after their eggs.” he tells her. “But might just be doing that as a distraction. Keep an eye out in either case.”

“Hmmmm…” Cheelai taps her chin.

“Anyway, just last until next morning and I’ll consider that enough.” Lapis tells you all. “Remember: no getting eaten.”

He teleports away, leaving all of you to your work. Hands on your hips, you tell everyone, “All right, let’s get to it!”

As the Para Para bros head off, Cheelai takes a step towards the watchtower, before stopping and turning her head back. “Heeeey boss. Mind giving me a lift?”

…A teasing smirk appears on your face. “What, don’t wanna walk the whole way?”

She shrugs. “I’d get to my duties quicker if I didn’t have to hoof it all the way there.”

You chuckle deviously. “I guess you have a point. Come on. Let’s get you there quickly.”

Cheelai suddenly becomes very aware of what you’re plotting, and gulps. But before she can decline you’ve already picked her up like an oversized puppy and are flying off at incredible speeds. In what would have taken her a good 30 minutes to even reach on foot, you’ve already got her at the watchtower within 3 seconds. Her legs shake a little as she realizes she’s on something solid again. “…Okay. Lesson learned there.”

“Honestly you should try to learn how to fly yourself, some time. Pretty handy.” You toss her a Scouter and start to float away. “Keep in touch~!”

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight. We’ll continue tomorrow starting ~5:30 pm PST. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there.
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>>4482922
Yes.
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>>4482941
Fun had! I can't wait to mold these miscreants into useful minions. Be safe, Kato!
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>>4482941
>Cheelai now realizing her boss is a teenage girl with a pranking habit
Fun times as always, thanks for running!
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>>4482946
Thanks for playing!

And I am so, so, soooo sorry for the delay, shit came up at work earlier. Dealt with, but I had to stay behind longer than normal. We are back now though!

>>4482941
The next hour, leading into dusk, goes by fairly uneventfully. You observe the Para Para bros break up a scuffle between a larger dinosaur and a purple bull-like animal… through getting them both to dance away from one another. Useful. You also check in on Cheelai a couple times, making sure she doesn’t give in to boredom and start to slack off. The girl, to her credit, gets the hint quickly enough… partly because she’s rather unsettled about a couple of the harmless but surprisingly sophisticated pranks you’ve pulled on her dozed off.

You also checked on the carnotauruses that Laips mentioned. The skinny, swift, horned dinosaurs look up at you with… kinda derpy expressions all things considered, as you fly over their area. Hmm… doesn’t feel like there’s anyone else nearby. Not yet, at least.

>A. Keep an eye on the place from afar, but don’t tip off anyone who might be after them
>B. Head in closer, check the area, maybe see if there’s anything amiss
>C. Check in on the Para Para bros first
>D. See what Cheelai’s up to again
>E. Something else?
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>>4484115
>A.
>E. Send out spirit bits to scout for anything above.
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>>4484115
>A.
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>>4484115
>A.
>E.
Multi-form
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>>4484148
support
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>>4484119
How about multi-form (at least 4), and each copy with a spirit bit?
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>>4484156
support
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Well, since you’ve got the ability to… heh heh heh. You use the Multi-Form and make a few copies, each of them forming a Spirit Bit, and all of you heading in different directions to scout out and watch over the dinosaurs, though keeping your distance from them. One going higher above, watching from the air, one heading back in closer to the middle of the island, one a bit closer to the shore, and one closest to the carnotauruses. With the sun finally dipping below the horizon, the copy of you closest to the shore sensing something in the distance.

https://youtu.be/myxUmcpBaqU

Cheelai then contacts you via Scouter. “Heeeey boss? We might have company. South-east of the island, Scouter’s picking up a couple new things. And… something higher in the sky. Seems to be something like a ship… hah wow this Scouter’s way better than the ones the PTO use! It can even detect that!”

The one of you higher above doesn’t sense anything, but a quick check with the Scouter shows an unmanned robot flying towards the island. Well well well. And the ones that were approaching by sea have stopped, just outside of visual range. You’ve got some options here, does seem like the robot is heading towards the carnotauruses. What to do?

>A. Send the Spirit Bit at it and knock it out of the sky!
>B. Back away and see what it’s up to, don’t tip them off just yet
>C. Everyone, get ready for a pincer move to corner these trespassers!
>D. Something else?
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>>4484226
>C.
>D.
Bits barrier around the ship
>E. Hero's Barrier carnotauruses
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>>4484226
>>4484237
Seconded.
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>>4484226
>>4484237
Sure
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Rolled 12, 14, 3 = 29 (3d20)

Okay, roll me 4d20, best of three! DC is 10 for all!
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Rolled 18, 7, 14, 13 = 52 (4d20)

>>4484269
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Rolled 15, 11, 17, 3 = 46 (4d20)

>>4484269
Nice
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Rolled 7, 3, 14, 12 = 36 (4d20)

>>4484269
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Rolled 5, 14, 7 = 26 (3d20)

>>4484272
>>4484273
>>4484279
Passed all! Writing...
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“Everyone, get ready for a pincer move with these trespassers.” you comment over Scouter, having the Spirit Bits encircle the ship in the air as your copy by the shore floats silently and stealthily towards whatever is in the ocean. Leaving your last copy on standby in the interior of the island, you head into the carnotaurus’ area and watch as the unmanned robot heads inside as well… and finally get a glimpse of it.



You almost feel like you’re being pranked when you do.

Inside flies a large, mechanical ape, maybe half the size of Godzilla, that looks… oddly non-threatening. The dinosaurs are startled, but one among their group angrily charges towards it, flapping its tiny arms in a threat display as it leans its head forward. The carnotaurus’ horns clang against the steel ape’s frame, causing the dinosaur to take a back up. A flash of light starts to repeatedly shine from its head as the machine then opens its mouth, and lets out a… song?

https://youtu.be/ZnCJ3OUv-bc

Instantly the dinosaur is baffled and unnerved, yet… starts to become strangely soothed. The robot ape’s massive hand starts to reach for it as the carnotaurus is calmed. You use the Hero’s Barrier to block the grab and knock the hand away. The song the robot was playing stops, and the dinosaur comes to… letting out something halfway between a roar and a whine as it quickly runs away.

Grinning up at it, you announce, “Heeeeey buddies!~ You’re not supposed to be here! You better turn back now, or preferably, surrender.”

The gorilla robot lifts its arms and starts to beat its chest threateningly. Not backing down. And that doofy face of its just… you can’t take it seriously.

>A. Spirit Bits, encase that ship with a barrier!
>B. Toss the ape away from the dinosaurs!
>C. Check out what’s on the water
>D. Something else?

That said...

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight. We’ll continue tomorrow starting ~5:30 pm PST. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there. Sorry I have to cut it short tonight, but vote will remain open until tomorrow. Hopefully things will settle down a bit by then.
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>>4484367
>Izzy shall rustle some jimmies
And had fun Kato. Thanks for running! Get the rest you need.
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>>4484367
>A. Spirit Bits, encase that ship with a barrier!
>B. Toss the ape away from the dinosaurs!
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>>4484367
>A.
>D. Record the song.
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>>4484367
>B.
Toss it in the direction of our minions so they can take care if it. Don't forget why we're here and do all the heroing ourselves.
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>>4484588
This is a good idea, I'll support.
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>>4484367
>>4484588
And also
>>4484587
This D for use in further analysis.
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>>4484588
>>4485201
Sure
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Rolled 19, 12, 1 = 32 (3d20)

>>4484376
Thanks for that, anon!

And okay, we are back! So to start things off, roll me 2d20, best of three! DC is 10 for both!
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Rolled 10, 2 = 12 (2d10)

>>4485358
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Rolled 9, 4 = 13 (2d20)

>>4485358
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Rolled 5, 2 = 7 (2d20)

>>4485358
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Rolled 3, 8, 3 = 14 (3d20)

>>4485361
>>4485362
>>4485370
Passed one! Writing...
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You grab the robotic ape by the leg, and using a bit more strength then you really expected to need, toss it away from the carnotauruses and off towards the center of the island. The one dinosaur that headbutted it earlier slaps its stubby little arms against its sides and roars at the machine. Pftahahaha. It sounds like it’s clapping. Now what do you- oh right! You have the Spirit Bits try and form a barrier around the ship, though your momentary distraction allows it to narrowly slip away. Bah! Okay, keep on target!

Meanwhile, you sense Don and Bon Para engage with the machine after your copy directs them to it, though for Don it proves to be a bit harder, lobbing grenades at him and forcing him away. Bon Para meanwhile is able to get up close and punch the robot gorilla in the face, though it quickly retaliates by firing blinding eye-beams at him.

“Come on guys, don’t let this thing get you down!” your copy near them cheers. “You ain’t gonna let this thing style on you, are ya?!”

“Tch, she’s right, bro! Come on, let’s show this mechanical lameo some real moves!”

To your surprise, the robot opens its mouth… and starts to speak! “Yooouuuuu Monster Island Ranger FOOLS! You know nothing of the power of Mechani-Kong III! Even with that accursed Head Ranger Lapis gone, I should have known he would leave some ungrateful underlings to try and foil my plans!”

“Yo geezer, who the heck are you?” Don Para asks.

“I am the illustrious Doctor-! HEY!” He’s interrupted for a moment, your Spirit Bits chasing the ship still. Ahhh, so he’s on that thing.

“Doctor Hey? Never heard of you.” your copy comments.

“NO! I AM THE ILLUSTRIOUS DOCTOR WHO!”

“...Who?” Bon Para repeats.

“Exactly! Now prepare to meet your doom!” The robot ape begins to advance, the strange light on its head flashing bizarre colors as it does.

>A. Why are you poaching dinosaurs? And why with a giant robot ape?!
>B. Blast the ship’s engines with your Spirit Bits!
>C. Cheelai, coordinate things on the island! I’ll handle this Doctor!
>D. Something else?
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>>4485445
>A.
Get him to monologue.
>D. Clothes beam cover up the light. Trying not to break it for study later.
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>>4485445
>A.
>D.
Distract, but focus on letting the others take this down.
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>>4485445
>A. Why are you poaching dinosaurs? And why with a giant robot ape?!
Well, Lapis is gonna have fun with this villain.
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Rolled 4, 6, 17 = 27 (3d20)

Okay, another roll. 1d20, best of three! DC is 10!
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Rolled 17 (1d20)

>>4485478
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Rolled 15 (1d20)

>>4485478
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Rolled 20 (1d20)

>>4485478
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Rolled 18, 16, 1 = 35 (3d20)

>>4485482
>>4485483
>>4485484
Perfect! Writing...
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You shake your head. “Whyyyyy are you poaching dinosaurs? Actually, adding to that, why are you doing it with a GIANT ROBOT GORILLA?! What do you gain from this that you couldn’t by just… I don’t know, selling your design documents to the highest bidder?”

https://youtu.be/Z0-cdqJ0PaM

“I am not merely POACHING these creatures you foolish girl!” this Doctor exclaims through the robot’s mouth. “They are in the way of my genius! Within their den I have detected a special crystal I need to complete my goals! Goals beyond your comprehension!”

“Oh as IF.” you exclaim in irritation. “I bet that not only could I comprehend them, I could point out the flaws with them. Try me.” Good, good, get ‘em monologuing, that’ll make this all the easier.

“You mock me?” he exclaims, having the robot advance on you, flashing its bizarre light. You Clothes Beam up some sunglasses for yourself and your allies. “You little Ranger sprout, I seek the ultimate power! The power over time itself!”

Your eyes roll as if they’re going to fall out of your head. Great. “What kind of crystal?” you question next, motioning for the Para Para bros to move closer.

He laughs, overly eager to show off what he probably thinks is his supposedly superior intellect. “Haha! You know nothing, girl. Time Crystals, of course! They should be within that den! Selling them off for further funding is merely a bonus to accessing usable Time Crystals! …Why aren’t you hypnotized yet?”

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“Your fancy lightshow doesn’t work on us, Doc!” Bon Para declares, setting down a few devices that starts to play a beat and give off a lightshow of their own. “And you moves are as stale as your motives, ya dig?”

“Now let’s show you some real funky beats! BON PARAPARA~!”

https://youtu.be/KehhtBcHn0I

“Bonpapa~!”

The pair start to dance, to the annoyance and growing frustration of this Doctor character. “Are… are you mocking my brilliance?!”

“Right and right, left and left, now spin and turn and a GREAT BIG SMILE!”

And… while they have to dodge another couple grenades, Don Para even getting nicked by one, soon enough the machine ends up dancing along to the beat. And not only that, it seems the Doctor guy and whoever else is with him get caught up in it too. Your Spirit Bits not only manage to catch up with the ship, they also are timed perfectly with your copy reaching the boat.

“N-no! NOOOO! HOW?! HOW COULD THIS HAPPEN?!” He exclaims through the robot’s speakers.

“Para Para Boogie!~” the brothers yell out together, leaping up and kicking it in the chest, causing it to stumble and fall to the ground. Meanwhile, the captured aircraft keeps trying to escape, only to be rattled against the barrier you set up.

>A. Boys? Great job there! High-fives!
>B. Gather up these troublemakers into one place so Lapis can handle them in the morning
>C. Don, Bon, you two get these guys to the proper authorities, gonna check on their robot
>D. Something else?
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>>4485585
>D. Heal Don Para
>A.
>C.
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>>4485585
Support >>4485592
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>>4485585
>>4485592
sold
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>>4485585
>>4485592
>>4485602
Agreed.
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>>4485585
>>4485592 works for me
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You head over to Don Para and heal his injury quickly, then hold your hands up. “Boys? Great job! Come on, high-fives!” The two grin and do as asked. “Seems like you’re already starting to get the hang of this.”

“Eh, not the first time we took down some big dumb machine, ya know.” Bon Para replies. “Buuuut… guess this is just a bit different from the norm.”

“Now, I managed to catch the ship they’re in with my Spirit Bits, so I’ll have you guys take these people to the proper authorities. I’m gonna check on this robot in the meantime. Follow the copy of me by them to a place closer to the mainland.” You turn to look over at the robot gorilla. “I’m gonna take a look at this in the meantime.”

“You got it, boss!” the pair call out and start to fly off.

With them leaving, you fly over this… what did that Doctor guy call it? “Mechani-King III?” Ugh does that mean he had two more of them? Well, whatever, let’s see how this works! Taking your time to go over it… you realize that this isn’t actually that sophisticated a machine. It’s certainly a DIY build, but most of the tech used in it looks even less sophisticated than some of the Battle Jackets you’ve seen. In fact, even the mech you saw Monty using is probably newer tech than this. Even those eye beams it had aren’t really high-powered weapons… in fact they’re barely better than flashlights. The grenades are just… low-grade napalm. What you do find interesting is the hypnotic device on its head linked to the speakers in its mouth. Investigating them, you see strange mechanisms hooked up to it.

As you try to find where it leads, deeper in the mech… you sense something. You find a hatch and… inside, there’s a gorilla hooked up to strange machines. A very confused gorilla, but nonetheless a gorilla. Hhhhuh. That’s. Different.

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight. We’ll continue tomorrow starting ~3:30 pm PST. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there.

Also, one more night with Izzy? Or switch over to Peppa?
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>>4485689
> A mad scientists going after crystals and hooking up animals to machinery? Looks like we're dealing with Eggman.

Keep the Izzy train going and fun was had.
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>>4485689
Dr. Who has come to make an announcement.

Fun acquired. I am down for keeping Izzy rolling but you know I'll take Peppa anytime.
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>>4485696
But does he have the master plan?

>>4485689
Was fun, Kato! I'm good with either, it's nice seeing Boss Izzy with these former crooks, but Peppa Time would be fun.
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Rolled 9 (1d20)

>>4485689
Evens Izzy.

Odds Peppa
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>>4485850
The dice say Peppa then.
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>>4485704
>>4485705
Heh heh heh heh.

And glad y'all had fun! Sorry for the delay, something came up just a bit ago, but looks like we'll be switching to Peppa tonight! We are back!

>>4485689
“Wow, Gohan really managed all that?” you ask Videl, walking with her on your way to school. Mom had mentioned hearing about how Gohan helped save the day, but didn’t say how much he’d accomplished in doing so. You smile wide, tail swaying behind you.

“Yep. Guess while you’re holding the title of Strongest Under the Heavens, Gohan’s got the Heavens themselves covered. You better be careful, Peppa, else he might get that title too.” she replies with a smirk, then adding, “Or it might be me that claims the Championship next time.”

“Hehehe, we’ll see about that.”

As the two of you enter Orange Star High, you spot Sharpner waiting by the entrance. He waves to Videl, walking closer. “Heeey Videl, welcome back from your trip!” he greets… then sourly glances at you. “Peppa.”

“Hey.” you reply. “What’s up?”

He looks back to Videl. “Hey, so, you have the time to talk for a bit?” His eyes sharply glance at you for a brief moment. “…In private?”

>A. All right, all right, sheesh, you lovebirds don’t be too late for class now
>B. …I’m sorry is there something wrong?
>C. Can’t it wait until like lunch or something? Classes will start soon, y’ know
>D. Something else?
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>>4486291
>D. "You two have fun. I'm headed to class."
Telepathically to Videl: "Do you want me to try and get along with Sharpner?"
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>>4486291
>>4486301
Probably the best way to phrase it. Support.
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>>4486291
>>4486301
>>4486308
Agreed
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“All right, you two have fun, I’m headed to class.” you remark, waving and walking away. However, as you do, you telepathically contact Videl. ‘Do you want me to try to get along with Sharpner better?’

She gives you a quick glance, then starts to walk away with Sharpner. ‘…Has there been something going I should be aware of?’

‘Call it an unspoken unease. I don’t think we’ve been getting along all that well as of late. And… I think I owe some blame for that. Point is, you want me to try and get along better with your boyfriend?’

‘I mean… yeah, but, I don’t get why you sound like you’re upset with him.’

As you head in, Izzy slides beside you, a smirk on her face. “Hey coooouuuuus. Guess what.”

You raise an eyebrow. “What?”

“My new pals just completed their first rehabilitation mission… this morning?” She taps her chin. “This morning yeah. Stopped some wannabe supervillain. And you just wanted to leave them to the Patrol.” She playfully sticks her tongue out at you.

‘Peppa, are you upset with him?’ Videl asks you.

>A. Well that’s actually great news, cous. Hope they can keep it up
>B. Maybe you should be just a bit more cautious about them, Izzy
>C. I’m… not really sure, Videl. Just something that’s been bugging me, and bugging him
>D. Maybe there is, but I’ll try to get along better. Sorry for bothering you over this
>E. Something else?
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>>4486494
>A.
>C.
>D.
>E.
To Videl: "How about we go on a double date. You, Sharpner with Cocoa and I? Really clear the air between us all."
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>>4486511
Eh, scale back E to just having a talk with Sharpner instead.
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>>4486494
Sure >>4486511
>>4486515
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>>4486511
>>4486515
>>4486522
Sure.
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>>4486494
“Well that’s actually great, cous. Hope they can keep it up. Best of luck with them.” You give her a thumb’s up, then focus back to Videl. ‘I’m… not entirely sure, to be honest. Maybe there is? Maybe there isn’t and we’ve been making a big deal over this over nothing. But there has been something bugging me, and something bugging him…’ You rub your chin as Izzy starts to gloat. ‘Maybe we should just talk it out.’

‘All right, you two talking this out will probably be for the best. I’ll let him know.’ Videl responds.

Well, that settles tha- …You sense something in the distance again. Something vaguely familiar. Is that one of those paparazzi guys again? Yeah, definitely, and more than just one of them. Yet they’re actually not near the school this time. Feels like they’re headed somewhere. Hmm. Suspicious. Going to need to keep an eye on them.

Classes start to pass by with relative normalcy, though the dead walking through the streets certainly ends up quite the gossip of the whole school. Lots of people end up barraging the History teacher over some of the zombies they’d seen roaming around. You even manage to catch sight of a few people sharing pictures of that guy who looked bizarrely like a human Vegeta.

With lunch finally arriving, you sense that those paparazzi folks are heading back past the school, but not really stopping by. Hmmm…

>A. Try to sense them out, they’re up to something
>B. Better not to focus on them too much. Just keep an eye out while you’re having lunch
>C. See if Izzy is willing to send a copy out to find out what they’re up to
>D. Something else?
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>>4486636
>B.
>D. Get a picture of that human Vegeta.
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>>4486636
>B.
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>>4486636
>B.
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You decide not to focus on that for now. You’ll keep an eye on them, but you’ve got lunch to worry about. Just gonna head to the roof and-!

“Peppa.” Sharpner’s voice calls out to you.

Turning back, you see him at the turn of the stairwell. “…Hey.”

He stares at you accusingly. “All right, look, Videl and I had a talk, and she’s picked up on this too. She didn’t say it directly, but I’ve seen how you’ve been acting throughout this year. So, tell me honestly: are you trying to break us up?”

You blink. “Excuse me?”

“You’ve not kept a very good secret how much you don’t like our relationship. So tell me, are you actively trying to split us apart, or what?”

>A. I’m not! Honest!
>B. …Just roll your eyes and walk away, Peppa
>C. Okay. Why would you think that, really?
>D. Something else?
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>>4486823
>D. Honestly surprised, "You two were going out? I suppose I must've missed that. I should hang out with Videl more."
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>>4486823
>C.
>D. Me have a problem with you? I thought you had a problem with me! I havent understood what was going on with our weird vibe from the beginning!
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>>4486823
>A.
But support this D. >>4486849
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>>4486823
>A
>C
>>4486849's D
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>>4486823
>A.

>>4486849
This D.
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Sorry for that, dozed off for a bit.

>>4486823
You have a dumbfounded look on your face for a moment, then face him properly. “I’m not! Honest! Why would you… why would you think that?” You place your hands on your hips. “Sharpner, I thought you were the one who had a problem with me, not the other way around. I-” You rub the side of your head. “I’m sorry, I haven’t really been able to understand this weird vibe that’s been between us. But I mean it, I haven’t really been trying to split you two up.”

He stares in confusion. “…Y-you’re serious? Then… why have you been pestering me when I try to set up stuff with her? And why’ve you been so apprehensive about us?”

You pinch the ridge of your nose, closing your eyes. “Is this… is this about you trying to ask her out in class? Sharpner, come on!”

The blonde boy blinks. “…That was just you being teacher’s pet?”

“I was trying to get you to focus back on your work, and help Videl focus on hers! You know how hard she works for her grades, right?” you ask, taking a step closer.

“Then… w-why’ve you acted jealous and-?”

You let out a loud, pained, grumbling sigh. “Uuuuugh. I’m not jealous, Sharpner. Videl’s my best friend, I look out for her where I can.”

He frowns. “You… really mean this?”

A quick nod to confirm and another sigh. “I’m… sorry that it got to this point. We should have talked this out before we started making assumptions like this.”

Sharpner sighs, running his hand through his blonde hair. “Yeah. Let’s… just put this past us.”

“Agreed.” You head down a few more steps and hold your hand out. “Shake on it?”

He smiles. “Shake on it.”

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight. We’ll continue tomorrow starting ~4:30 pm PST. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there.
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>>4486919
oh man is that a sharpner social link?

neat.
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>>4486919
Fun had, Kato, thanks for running!
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>>4486923
We'll see about that.

>>4487444
Glad to hear!

And okay, we are back!

>>4486919
With that all dealt with, you have a fairly standard lunch with your friends, chatting about the weekend craziness. Erasa is astounded by what you and Izzy managed on Z’S, though you do find it kinda iffy that the Machine Mutants managed to get away with one of their number “restored” to life. You’re also pretty interested in seeing what Videl might be able to manage with that old Kai’s potential unlock. Hmm… maybe you should try to learn Fusion again soon.

As the day continues, you once more sense some of that Paparazzi group pass by the school. What ARE they doing? Are they just… waiting for something? What’s going on?

>A. See if they have a repeat of last time during PE. Maybe Izzy can continue the tale of the Glitter Ghost
>B. Best to wait until after classes to deal with this, just focus on schoolwork for now
>C. Saaaaay, Izzy, wanna send a copy out to spy on them?
>D. Something else?
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>>4488095
>B.
>D.
Ask Izzy if she'd be interested in trying Fusion? Use that half-hour to walk right on by the Pepparazzi as... PIZZA! Videl can help us get it right too.
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>>4488095
>B.
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>>4488101
supporrrt...
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>>4488101
All right fine, supporting.
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Well, if you're sure. Roll me 2d20, best of three! DC is 15 for both!
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Rolled 15, 14 = 29 (2d20)

>>4488186
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Rolled 4, 14 = 18 (2d20)

>>4488186
https://youtu.be/bpet67TTVag
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>>4488186
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>>4488190
I can hear you laughing from here Kato.
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>>4488188
>>4488190
...Passed one. Writing.

>>4488192
Haha...
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>>4488095
You think up… a plan. An interesting plan. One you might need Videl’s help for. One Izzy might enjoy quite a bit. After school, you bring it up with them telepathically.

‘Fusion?’ Izzy asks. ‘Wouldn’t it be easier to like… just kinda spy on them from afar? Heck I could use a clone to-’

‘No no, I think this’ll work great. They’d never expect it.’ you explain.

‘Peppa, have you even been practicing with Fusion?’ Videl asks to cool your jets a bit.

‘I… I mean, I’ve done a bit? But that’s why I’m asking for you to come along, Videl. Come on, it’ll take what, 30 minutes tops?’ That’s how long they last, you think. Right? …Right?

‘Fine, fine, meet me on the roof.’

All right, this’ll go great!

Videl has the two of you repeat her movements, you paying close attention, while Izzy… attempts to. Once you both get the idea down, she has the two of you try a couple practice runs, matching your Ki, keeping the movements steady. You start to get the hang of it, and Izzy comes close, but…

“Wait, hold it you’re about to-!” Videl calls out. But it’s too late.

https://youtu.be/MuavWI3sAew

“HA!”

There’s a flash of white light as you feel your body merge with Izzy’s, and you… you… oww… your hip. You look down at your hands and they’re all… wrinkly and shriveled. Your arms too. You start to feel your breathing more labored than normal. As you hold some of your hair, you see that it’s black and blonde and… got some strands of grey in there. “Wh… wha happened? I was... supposed to become the cool... fused... Pep...zy?” you ask in a pained voice.

Videl sighs. “You look more like a spoiled Pizza. Izzy was at the wrong angle when the two of you fused. You almost got it down, but you messed up at the end there and ended up touching fingers. And so, you fused.” She places her hands on her hips. “What do you plan to do now?”

>A. …Slight change! I’ll clothes beam up a disguise and pretend to be an old granny!
>B. I need to defuse. Plan ruined. Ow my back
>C. Find a place to sit down and try to make the best of this, have your two minds attempt to think things over together
>D. Something else?
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>>4488267
>D. Where's Gohan? I am hungry for a challenge.
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>>4488267
>C.
>D. "Do failed fusions also take an hour to wait to try again?"
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>>4488267
>>4488271
>A. …Slight change! I’ll clothes beam up a disguise and pretend to be an old granny!
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>>4488267
>C.
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>>4488267
>C.
>D. Regret life choices.

I can't leave you jerks alone for a minute.
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>>4488300
support D.
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>>4488267
>A. …Slight change! I’ll clothes beam up a disguise and pretend to be an old granny!
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https://youtu.be/J1VGY-CfGps
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https://youtu.be/rW3LAJrZoQ0
Still alive, Kato?
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>>4488453
Somehow.

>>4488267
“Gimme a minute.” You find a place to sit and try to think this over. Try to make the best of this situation. You let your shared mind share some various thoughts, first about the plan, but then about some other things. Staaaaarting with a sudden regret of your life choices as you feel more aches and pain. Ugghhh is this what it’s like to be all old and everything? This suuuucks.

Gah, no, no, focus. Before it wanders to thoughts about Peppa’s girlfriend aaaaand Izzy’s crush, you put your mind to work thinking up a solution to this conundrum. Definitely going to need to learn how to defuse, but… this could still work. Need to test something out first, since this Metamoran garb isn’t really doing you any favors. You try to use the Clothes Beam to create a little scarf… and it still works. Even Videl is surprised by that.

“Huh, so guess this hasn’t impacted your ability to use Magic.” she comments.

You grin. “…Slight change of plan then. I’ll Clothes Beam up an outfit and play the part of a lil’ ol’ granny walkin’ the streets. Ohohohoho~!” You create a little babushka outfit over your fusion garb and try to fly off… and realize that your imbalanced Ki makes even that suddenly very, very difficult.

Videl chuckles. “Need a lift, little miss Pizza?”

“Quiet, young’n.” you respond cheekily. Okay. This can work!

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight. We’ll continue tomorrow starting ~5:30 pm PST. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there.

Sorry for cutting this short, not really been feeling that great today and my body’s been trying to get me to sleep for the last couple hours.
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>>4488494
Was fun, and that's understandable, Kato. Please get the rest you need.
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>>4488494
>I just hope it's nothing serious
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>>4488510
Thanks, anon. Think I got enough rest.

>>4488514
Don't think it is. Just exhaustion.

Anyway, we are back!

>>4488494
As Videl flies you a bit closer to the group, you take the time to sense out who all they are. You’re sensing four in total, and they seem to have stopped at a round building a bit further into the downtown area. Hope they’re not up to anything bad. You motion for Videl to set you down on a block some ways away from where you sense them.

You then Clothes Beam up a cane, to go with your outfit. Videl pats you on the head. “Now you take care, Granny Pizza. I’ll be back in 20 minutes.”

You bonk her head with your cane gently. “Don’t you start, ‘young missy.’”

She giggles and flies away. “I’ll be nearby if you need anything! Just give me a call, Granny Pizza!”

Letting out a grumble and shaking your cane, you turn your attention to the group. Well, here it goes. How should you go about this?

>A. Walk nearby and keep trying to sense if there’s anything suspicious in the area
>B. Try to read some minds, maybe do so while finding a place to sit and look inconspicuous
>C. Start a ruckus! You’re a grumpy granny! That’ll surprise them and interrupt whatever they’re doing!
>D. Something else?
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>>4489549
>B. Try to read some minds, maybe do so while finding a place to sit and look inconspicuous
Then if appropriate (or if the first fails)
>C. Start a ruckus! You’re a grumpy granny! That’ll surprise them and interrupt whatever they’re doing!
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>>4489549
>B.
>C.
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>>4489549
>B.
>D. Prepare sparkly goat munitions.
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>>4489549
>B & C.
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>>4489575
Support, but let's not use them until we can create plausible deniability.
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>>4489575
>>4489580
we should plant them around and pretend to discover them.

Might even need to glitter goat ourselves to make it believable. Cuz, I mean. What sort of monster glitter bombs an old lady?
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>>4489586
>>4489580
sold
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>>4489586
Obviously the work of... the glitter ghost!
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All righty, roll me 3d20, best of three! DC is 9 for all!
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Rolled 9, 19, 18 = 46 (3d20)

>>4489603
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Rolled 3, 12, 3 = 18 (3d20)

>>4489603
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Rolled 11, 11, 6 = 28 (3d20)

>>4489603
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>>4489606
>>4489607
>>4489608
Passed all! Writing...
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>>4489549
Okay. First thing’s first. The glitter goats. Stealthily, you set a few of them in the area, then hobble forward slowly as you try to read a couple minds of the people there. You spot a bench nearby and start to move towards it. Okay, let’s see…

‘This meeting is absolutely pointless. Why is this moron still trying to find dirt on the Champ? Why couldn’t I have been assigned to the spook story?’

‘There has to be something to this brat’s goody two-shoes act. I’ll find it. I’ll show she’s nothing more than a sham.’

‘Still don’t know how we haven’t found anyone with a bad thing to say about her. Maybe we should scrap this story. And why this abandoned old shack?’

‘Oooogh I shouldn’t have asked for that tuna club…’

You pout. So they are still after Peppa. Well. One of them is. Hmmm. Let’s see… aha, there’s their car! Okay, gotta pic an accent to go with the look. You hobble over to it, and… “AAAAYH! WHATYEH YOUNGPUNKS THINKYEH DOIN’ PAHKIN’ THIS EYESORE INA PLACE LIKE THIS!” you grumble out angrily, smacking the side of it with your cane. Not hard enough to dent it, just enough to make a decent clang.

You hear a distant “Oh what the hell now?” yell out from the building, sensing one of them heading to the entrance. A man that the Izzy side of you vaguely recognizes. Aaaaahhh. He was trying to get pictures during practice the other day. “Granny what are you doing to our car?!”

>A. DON’CHA KNOWTAH GLITTERGHOASTS HATETAH EYESORES LIKE THIS? YAHBE WAKIN’ THEM MIGHTYBAD!
>B. SONNY? SONNY THA BE YEH? WHYYEH NOT CALLMEH IN SO LONG! YEH THINK TOO GOODFER OL’ GRANNYPIZZA NOW?!
>C. Hobble towards him and wave your cane, shouting louder to get attention
>D. Something else?
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>>4489716
mamma mia, that's got me hankerin' for a red pepper pizza and sundried tomatoes.

>B. SONNY? SONNY THA BE YEH? WHYYEH NOT CALLMEH IN SO LONG! YEH THINK TOO GOODFER OL’ GRANNYPIZZA NOW?!
>C. Hobble towards him and wave your cane, shouting louder to get attention
https://youtu.be/iI8t6sLHdV8?t=107
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>>4489716
>B & C.
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>>4489716
>B. SONNY? SONNY THA BE YEH? WHYYEH NOT CALLMEH IN SO LONG! YEH THINK TOO GOODFER OL’ GRANNYPIZZA NOW?!
>C. Hobble towards him and wave your cane, shouting louder to get attention
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>>4489716
>B.
>C.
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>>4489716
>DON’CHA KNOWTAH GLITTERGHOASTS HATETAH EYESORES LIKE THIS? YAHBE WAKIN’ THEM MIGHTYBAD!
>B. SONNY? SONNY THA BE YEH? WHYYEH NOT CALLMEH IN SO LONG! YEH THINK TOO GOODFER OL’ GRANNYPIZZA NOW?!
>C. Hobble towards him and wave your cane, shouting louder to get attention
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>>4489716
>B.
>C.
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>>4489716
https://youtu.be/1q5RpBl3SY0

You turn and give a weary glare, squinting your eyes. “SONNY?” you ask aloud, taking a step closer and grumbling louder. “SONNY THA BE YEH?” You then raise your cane, hobbling closer. “WHYYEH NOT CALLMEH IN SO LONG! YEH THINK TOO GOODFER OL’ GRANNYPIZZA NOW?!”

The man just stands there staring, baffled. He finally lets out a flat “What” as you move closer.

Another heads towards the doorway as you continue ranting. “DON’YEH GO ‘WAH’ ONYEH GRANNYPIZZA NOW!” you yell out louder. “WHATYEH BEEN DOIN’ SOOOO HAR THATYEH NEVER NEVER NEVER CALL YER OL’ GRANNY? THATYEH GETA FANCY EYESORE LIKE THAT?” You point your cane in the direction of the car.

“You didn’t tell me your granny lives in this town.” the second person, who you recognize as the last of the quartet you read the mind of, questions.

“I… what? No she- that-” the man mumbles out, still confused. This catches the attention of others in the area, a few folks taking notice. “Listen, Granny, you have the wrong-”

“BASEDEH AREMAH SONNY! YEH NEVERWRITE, NEVERCALL, NEVERSEND OL’ GRANNYPIZZA A FRIENDLY EEHMAHL!”

>A. Keep up your ranting, draw all of them out
>B. Ready your glitter goats, you’ve got an audience set now
>C. Contact Videl and have a cover story ready so they’re none the wiser
>D. Something else?
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>>4489790
>C. Contact Videl and have a cover story ready so they’re none the wiser
>B. Ready your glitter goats, you’ve got an audience set now
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>>4489790
>A. Keep up your ranting, draw all of them out
>D. Trip, let go of your cane.
>When they come to see if you're alright, crabwalk up a wall while making cracking and chirping sounds with your mouth. Whip our rat tail at them and hiss with our head turned.
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>>4489790
Support >>4489793
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>>4489790
>C.
>B.
>D. Be ready to drop some wind magic to help the glitter impact and effect an escape.
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>>4489803
>>4489790
Support.
>"Welp, we're an old windbag. I knew this day would come, but not so soon..."
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>>4489819
Pun accepted as canon.
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>>4489803
>>4489819
Acceptable pun
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>>4489790
‘Okay Videl, might need a pickup soon.’ you communicate telepathically. As you continue to rant out loud, you get the glitter goats ready.

The first man tries harder to calm you down, moving out of the building. “Ma’am, please, you’re making a scene here.”

“ANDANOTHER THING SONNY! HOW COME YOU-” Well. Here it comes. You use your dramatically waving hands to let out juuuuust a bit of Wind Magic… and oh boy does it suddenly wind you. You cough and place your hands on your knees, and just as the guy steps closer to ask if you’re all right…

POP!

One of the glitter goats that’d been nearby manages to float over to the two of you and explode, letting out a blast of glitter all over you. You let out a pained yell as the second one heads closer, only for the second glitter goat to pop near him, and the remaining exploding around you all. The Wind Magic managing to swirl up some more of the glitter and give you all a nice coating of it.

As crowds gasp and murmur, Videl lands nearby, asking aloud, “Okay, what’s going on over here?” She marches closer, pretending not to know what’s going on… and not really needing to as she’s honestly just a little baffled by what she sees. “Hey you! Why’re you picking on an old lady?!”

“Wh-what? I wasn’t-!” the first figure tries to protest.

She heads up beside you, walking you away, giving him a glare. You mumble out incoherently, “THA GHOASTS! THA GHOASTS! THEY’RE COMIN’TA TAKEME OLDBONES!”

“It’s okay granny, you’ll not be bothered by these pranksters.” Videl comments, the crowd that gathered giving very judging looks to the pair that got covered by glitter. Once out of view, she files you away, and smirks down at you. “…So, Granny Pizza, you get what you needed?”

“Eheheheh. Certainly know who to watch out for going forward.” You give a grin back. “And all it took was becoming an old windbag. Knew this would come, but not this soon…”

The two of you laugh as you both fly away.

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight. We’ll continue tomorrow starting ~5:30 pm PST. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there.
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https://twitter.com/FTWStudios99/status/1315291061749596160?s=20
thanks kato!
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>>4489880
>pic
https://youtu.be/iczLwdwgr_s?t=255
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>>4489880
Hahahaha. It was great, thanks for running, Kato.
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our scarf's pretty good, but you know what would make it better? If it could channel the RIPPLE
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>>4489880
Gotta try to redeem myself for another fusion. We can even go to Pantea and get pointers from her. Maybe even test two fusion out against one another?
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>>4489882
>>4489888
Thanks for playing!

>>4490600
Could certainly do that.

And okay, we are back!

>>4489880
Well, you’ve found out about that little plot. Might not be best to try and act against it immediately, especially since it seems like it might solve itself; only one of them was really all that interested in pursuing this “story,” and the glitter goat ghost is probably going to be quite the talk of town for the next few days. Izzy’s certainly proud of herself over that. Besides, there are other things you could be doing! Though it may be best to try and deal with this Pepparazzi sooner rather than later.

As school continues on, things settling into a routine again, you also…

>A. Start training again! Videl, Pantea, Izzy, and Gohan have all gotten so much tougher, you should keep it up too!
>B. Spend some more time with your friends! Take this time to rest, relax, and not worry about the Pepparazzi or that 21 lady
>C. Check with mom and 16 for info on what 21 was doing, and if there are any places she might be hiding on Earth
>D. Take up your Gym Teacher’s offer to meet with that club he mentioned a while back
>E. Look into what this Pepparazzi group is up to, just in case
>F. Try to practice Fusion! Gotta make up for that poor attempt
>G. Something else?

Pick two at most please.
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>>4490715
>A.
Remind ourselves of 21's attacks and prepare for them this time too.
>F.
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>>4490715
A.
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>>4490715
>A. Can't be outpaced by anyone. Must be main character!
>B. As long as we're ready for her, 21 can take her shot and get trashed like the rest. Let's enjoy the life we defend!
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>>4490715
>A & B.
Maybe keep D. in mind for later?
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>>4490723
>>4490753
>>4490768
supporting the extra bits with these, unless it's too late
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>>4490715
You decide to start training again! Videl, Pantea, Gohan, Izzy, they’ve all gotten so much stronger recently! You gotta keep up with them! But… what do you focus on? Especially considering the fights you were in recently…

>A. Gotta get stronger! Focus on strength training! Break your limits!
>B. Work on your techniques more! Try to develop a new skill or two!
>C. Need a way to counter 21’s abilities… maybe you should look into barriers?
>D. Work more on Super Saiyan, try to master this enhanced Super Saiyan 2!
>E. Maybe work with one of your friends… Equivalent Exchange?
>F. Something else?

(Pick two at most)

In addition, after promising to coach you’ll check out that club some time, you decide to spend some time with your friends! 21 can take her shot and get trashed like the rest, you wanna enjoy the life you’re trying to defend! And you do that with…

>A. Cocoa and Lime
>B. Videl and Pantea
>C. Izzy and her henchfolk
>D. Daikon and Baozi
>E. Keli and Chuu Lee
>F. 19 and 16
>G. Someone else?

(Two at most)
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>>4490799
Oh right, we should start seeing who's up for the Tag Tourney.
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>>4490799
>B. Work on your techniques more! Try to develop a new skill or two!
Peppa Grinder, two ki drillls
>G. Flambe and Ddifa Bowen.
(the vampire and werewolf)
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>>4490799
two of each or one of each?
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>>4490804
Two of each.
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>>4490805
Thank you!

>>4490802
C. Need a way to counter 21’s abilities… maybe you should look into barriers?
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>>4490799
>A & C.
>A & B.
And mix some of the first A with the second B.
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>>4490799
Training
>C.
>D.

Friendship
>A.
>B.
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>>4490799
>D & C.
>A & E.
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>>4490799
Training
>C.
>E.

Chillin
>A. Best girl is best girl.
>E. We don't get enough Keli.
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All righty! Roll me 3d20, best of three! No DC for the first, DC 13 for the second, DC 14 for the third!
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Rolled 7, 8, 12 = 27 (3d20)

>>4490818
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Rolled 10, 8, 12 = 30 (3d20)

>>4490818
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Rolled 3, 6, 13 = 22 (3d20)

>>4490818
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>peppa has no friends now
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>>4490819
>>4490820
>>4490821
Didn't pass the two.

And okay, this time roll me 1d50, best of three! No DC.
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Rolled 2 (1d50)

>>4490825
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Rolled 23 (1d50)

>>4490825
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Rolled 47 (1d50)

>>4490825
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>>4490828
yaaayyy!!!
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>>4490826
>>4490827
>>4490828
Nice! Okay, writing...
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Sorry that took so long, bit of a long one, and I kinda dozed off for a bit.

>>4490799
https://youtu.be/4wVhc6gGJjA

So! Alongside strength training, you focus on trying to figure out a few new tricks… and sadly don’t quite manage them. Recalling how 21 was able to send that pulse through you, you figure a barrier of some sort would be the best bet, but… you just can’t really figure out how it would work. Sure there’s a basic idea of a barrier, but what you need is something that can prevent those specific things from affecting you. In addition, you attempt to work more with your enhanced Super Saiyan 2… but even while training with dad, you don’t really improve on it any further than you already have.

Goku places his hands on his hips, genuinely pondering on the form. “Hmm… maybe there’s something to how you maintain it. It seems stable enough, but short of trying to stay in that state for a longer time, I don’t really know what else you can do to improve it at this rate.”

“So, like what we did in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber? I have been still trying that with normal Super Saiyan 2.” you mention. “Hrmn… but spending a whole year in there again, I dunno…”

“Eh, it’s an option. Was thinking Tarble might benefit from- oh! Right!” Dad gets an excited look in his eyes, a wide grin on his face, tail wagging behind him. “I’m gonna have Tarble as my tag partner in the Mifan Tournament, whenever it’s gonna be.”

“Oooh, you’re really feeling confident about him, huh dad?” you ask.

He’s positively beaming now. “Ehehe! Yeah! Maple and Acer decided to team up together this time around too. You got someone in mind?”

“I might… honestly, I have a few in mind myself, butstill gotta think about that. Especially with Gohan not back yet…”

Goku snaps his fingers. “Oh! About that…”

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>>4490947
And now you learn one more thing about that wish you made. Meeting with Cocoa, Lime, Videl, and Pantea again, you do your best to keep cheerful. Videl’s the first to speak up about it. “Jeeze. Didn’t realize that he’s gonna be like that for so long.”

“It… could be worse.” Pantea adds in. “We’re only able to use the Dragon Balls at all because we keep the planet safe.”

“Well that’s a comforting thought.” Lime remarks dryly.

“Ah, sorry.” the purple haired girl responds, rubbing the back of her neck. “I mean, just saying, let’s count our blessings while we’re still able to appreciate them.”

“Yeah…” you sigh out.

Cocoa taps her chin. “...Couldn’t you go see him whenever you want?”

You blink. “Eh?”

“I mean, you could teleport to where he is, couldn’t you?” she questions.

“I… guess, but doing that frequently, uninterrupted, might be a bit rude, y’ know?”

Your girlfriend shrugs. “So just ask before you head up there. Come on, no need to be all mopey about it.” Cocoa then pauses, putting into context what she’s saying. “Telling my girlfriend to pop into the afterlife, which is an actual thing, like it’s nothing more than a call away.” She turns her head and, comically seriously, asks, “Peppa am I a bad influence on you?”

https://youtu.be/XcIkYVo9y0s

You fall back and laugh your butt off. “Hahahaha! Cocoaaaa!”

“Okay taking that as a no.” she quickly says before you can add anything else, causing everyone else to start laughing too.

“Heh heh heh… okay, okay, I’ll think about that some other time.” you tell her.

“Well, now that we’re off that, you also mentioned trying to find a way to counter Number 21’s abilities, right?” Pantea questions. “Maybe we could start working on that. Might not be something you can directly counter with Ki alone… or at the very least, it might not be something based in Ki she’s using.”

Oh, now that is something interesting. “You think so? Heh, okay, how about this then, we make a deal on it: Equivalent Exchange. You help me develop this, and I help you develop something you’ve been working on.”

She nods. “Sounds like a plan. Let’s work on that some time.”

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>>4490949
Cocoa rests her chin on her palms. “Hmm…”

Lime scoots closer to her. “Oooh, getting protective already?” Cocoa flicks her on the forehead, not even looking. “Ow!”

“Don’t you start. More thinking about the Pepparazzi that you brought up before, Peppa.” she mentions.

“Oh right! So… I know that the ones near Orange Star High are definitely led mostly by one guy, keeping a group chasing a story. Dunno if they’d follow me all the way to West City, especially with a certain Glitter Ghost on the prowl…”

Cocoa pulls out her phone. “…Hrmn. Maybe there’s more to it. A few sites and tabloids have been trying to put up rumors about you. Mostly the usual, unfounded stuff, things I’ve been able to brush off pretty easy.” She shows you it, and… hoo boy you have not been paying attention to that kind of social media and now you’re glad you’re not. Even with her scrolling through quickly you see quite a few whining about you. You pout as you see a few ruder ones implying you’re “faking it” for attention. Cocoa stops at one though.

It’s this long, detailed blog post about how you’re… setting bad examples, and all sorts of other whiny parts. What Cocoa points out is that it’s not a small thing, there are quite a few people that are part of this. You get a worried look in your eyes as you notice some less than pleasant words directed at Cocoa too. “…Are, you okay with this?”

She smiles and pokes your nose with her free hand. “Like I’m gonna let this bring me down. I’m just keeping an eye on things where I can. I think, though, is that whoever’s skulking about your school might be part of this.”

“Well… if you ever need me, you know I’m just a call away.” you remind her, finally smiling again.

“Hehehe, of course, of course.”

“Okay okay enough with the cutsey stuff, lovebirds.” Lime grumbles. “You keep it up and I’m gonna gag.” she mentions as she scoots closer, nudging Cocoa in the arm.

That accidentally gets her to move the screen to a different site, one you’re not familiar with and… is what’s that warning on it? As you move closer, Cocoa quickly hides her phone, laughing nervously. “Aheheheheh. A-anyway! J-just something to keep in mind! Aheh. Heh. Heeeh.”

Pantea, Videl, and Lime all give her heavy-lidded stares, Lime even remarking, “Peppa, be careful with any sudden rescues with that cloud of yours.”

“Lime you little-!”

You roll your eyes. “Giiiiirls…”

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>>4490950
So, with that bit of fun with friends over, you next make time to visit Chuu Lee and Keli. Wonder what they’ve been up to as of late?

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight. We’ll continue tomorrow starting ~5:30 pm PST. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there.
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>>4490952
Fun had! Great to see everyone interacting like that. Now please get some rest.
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>>4490961
Thanks. Got some rest.

Apologies for the delay again. Tonight is gonna be a short one, day's been rough and I'm not feeling especially great. Still gonna try to run tonight though. We're back!

>>4490952
As you fly down, you see the pair with someone else with them: Lapis and Chuu Lee’s new adopted kid, Monty. You give a friendly hello, the boy turning his head in your direction. “Hello Miss Peppa!”

You laugh. “Just Peppa, please. I’m barely any older than you are.”

“Hey kid. How you been?” Keli questions.

“Been doing good, how about the two of you?” you ask, walking forward and taking a seat beside them.

“Training’s been going well. Master Tien’s been giving us some new lessons on improving our defenses. He’s apparently trying to mend some things with that Yurin lady, after Master Shen’s insistence.” Keli takes a sip from her drink. “I’m still iffy about it, but if they can mend things, hey, all the better I guess.”

Chuu Lee chuckles softly… and you notice a ring on her finger you hadn’t seen before. Well well!

>A. Teeeeaaaaach. What’s thaaaaat?
>B. Oh right, Keli! Did you have a partner for the Mifan Tag Tournament set up already?
>C. How’s your training been going?
>D. Something else?
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>>4492272
>C.
>B.
>A.
>D. "Did you magically materialize it, or buy one?"
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>>4492282
Oh, D is for Lapis too.
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>>4492272
>A.
Include a smug smile.

>B.
But open up with the question of she's going at all.
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>>4492272
Support >>4492285
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You smile smugly as your eyes move up from the ring. “Teeeeaaaaach. What is thaaaaat?”

She looks down at it, smiling sweetly. “Well… Lapis finally popped the question, and… I said yes. We’re officially engaged now.” She gently rubs the ring. “Was going to tell Maple about it later today, know she’s going to be overjoyed.”

“That’s the understatement of the century. Matchmaker Maple’s going to have a field day with this.” Keli comments. She rests her chin on her knuckles, smiling. “Still happy for you.”

Chuu Lee laughs. “Thanks… and yeah, I just know Maple’s going to tell everyone. What about you and Melee, Keli?”

She leans back. “We’re not in any rush. We… actually have talked about it, though demon weddings tend to be a bit… extra. Tournaments are often involved.”

The redheaded lady laughs at what she thinks is a joke. Keli just raises an eyebrow. “…Wait, you’re serious about the Tournament?”

“Absolutely. Prince Beelzebub has been setting up one for a while now.” she states with affirmation.

“Huh. Well… on that note, is she going to be your partner for the Mifan Tag Tournament coming up?” you ask.

Keli shakes her head. “No, she’s sadly got a pretty busy schedule ahead of her.”

“Huh. What’s she busy with?”

She runs her fingers through her silver hair. “Prepping for whatever Towa and Dabura are up to.”

“Ahh… that makes more sense.” You tap your chin. “Then… do you have any tag partner at all yet?”

“Not yet, why do you ask?”

>A. Well, how about you Teach? You two could do well together, I think!
>B. Wanna team up with me? I bet we’d do great together!
>C. Something else?
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>>4492394
>B. Wanna team up with me? I bet we’d do great together!
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>>4492394
>B.
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>>4492394
>B.
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>>4492394
>B.
>C. Maybe we can work on some maneuvers to cover for each other's weaknesses.
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>>4492451
Support if it's not too late
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“Well… wanna team up with me?” you question, tail swaying happily. “I bet we’d do great together!”

Keli’s surprised by the question, but after thinking it over for a moment, she laughs. “Hah! You know what? Heck yeah, kid. You can count me in.”

“Great!” you declare, thrusting your fist into the air. “This’ll be fun! Oh, maybe we could work on some maneuvers and skills to cover each others’ weaknesses.”

She laughs, smirking. “Yeeeaaaah, I’m definitely gonna need to do a lot to even hope to keep up with you, for starters.”

“Aw don’t say it like that. The Tag Tournament is more about strategy than strength. Even I could end up losing in the first round if I don’t rely on teamwork.”

“She’s right.” Chuu Lee agrees. “When Mark and I teamed up for it, a few even thought I was doing it with a handicap, but using our wits we made it to the finals. Even if he got knocked out during the match against Tyz and Sugil, he gave me the chance I needed to stop them.” She leans back, grinning wide. “Which reminds me, don’t think the Mifan Champions are gonna slack off just because you’re in the running. You better watch yourself.”

“I hope you do great there, mom.” Tommy comments to Chuu Lee, making her blush slightly and smile kindly. “Oh right, Peppa! You know when Gohan’s gonna be back? I’d really like to hear from him again.”

You breathe in sharply. “Bro’s… not gonna be back for a while, sadly. But he will be back. That’s a promise.”

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36… Paused.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for tonight. We’ll continue tomorrow starting ~5:30 pm PST. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there.

And sorry again that this was a short one. Hopefully things will go smoother tomorrow.
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>>4492520
Fun had, thanks for running Kato!
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Hey folks.

I'd like to start off by apologizing for not being able to run as frequently. Some work related issues have eaten into more and more of my free time, and as much as I'd like to keep the schedule consistent, I just haven't. Compounding that I haven't been feeling all that great these last few days. So I'm sadly going to have to call this night off. I will be running tomorrow, but sadly I just can't tonight.

However, I would like to at least do something more productive, so I'd like to ask y'all a few things. First off, do you have anything you'd like each of the trio to focus on, going forward? Not just in-character, but more generally. I do have something a bit bigger set going forward, but I'd like to know if there's anything you'd all like to accomplish, or at least focus on with the trio, before then. Second, are y'all still okay with these two week threads? Even with these delays I've had to deal with, are y'all really still having fun with them? Would you like them to be shorter, longer, or keep with the pace we've had? Third, for those who are waiting on it, are y'all okay with waiting a bit longer on the next Secret Princess Zelda thread? I still wish to run it, but it might still be a while before the next thread.

Thank you all for your time. I'll vaguely be around for a while for questions and such if you have any, as best I can, until ~11 pm PST tonight.
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>>4493660

Kato. You don't need to apologize to us. You do this for free and I am honored by the privilege of getting to enjoy your quests.

I'm fine with how things have been. I've got some ideas but nothing that can really be implemented atm.

Take all the time you need to prep. I'm fine with the pace we've had. As for SPZQ, I'm mostly just in that to support your work. Even made a room specifically for Zelda Quest in the Discord.

Huum. Nothing really comes to mind at the moment but I'll happily put it forward when I do.
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>>4493660
Heya, a usually unnamed regular here reporting in as Exen. I loved where you've taken us so far and I have complete trust that I'll enjoy any course you set, at any pace you can provide. Looking forward, well, you've done such a number on canon already that I have little to no expectations left, and I'm completely happy with that.

I'm a fan of Secret Princess and look forward to it coming back, but honestly as long as we're doing one or the other I'm happy. If I had to be picky, I'd want to switch back and forth more often, but it isn't a big deal.

I promise if I get any questions or big ideas I'll let you know, but for now I'm good.
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>>4493660
I'm happy every time I get a chance to play, both Tuffle Quest and Zelda Quest, and none of us blame you for needing to focus on work or catch up on rest. Take the time you need, run when you feel able. I don't mind the longer threads, in fact I would be fine with even longer ones if you're up for them, but don't push yourself for our sakes. And I can wait for more Zeldas.

For all the ideas I might have on where the trio can go, I actually have a question before I can say anything: what's the timescale you're working on here? Like I know eventually we'll end up with Beerus waking up and such, but how many major events do you have set going forward from now until then? I know the Mifan Tournament is one, but are there a lot more, or only a few?

Thank you again for running this Quest, and looking forward to tomorrow.
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>>4493660
I think it'd be neat if Peppa had more power tools in her repertoire than drills, like a jackhammer kick, a chainsaw wielded by her tail to be used like BladeWolf's, Circular Saw wind shuriken, Air Sprayer ki that saps an opponent's strength, Sander Palms to scrape an opponent with wind and speed, and an air compressor geist magnum that sacrifices bang for buck, less blasty more piercey like the Dodonpa.

I guess Izzy becoming more GoDlike would be neat?

And Gohan seems good for now. So far as otherworld goes, if he learned to play guitar and another language from his friends there that would be good. Magic fingers and a way with tongues. I wanted some stuff from the Spinoff to figure in too, but I'm not getting that. Oh yeah, I bet he could ride the nimbus now. It's a state of mind, right? Or does he have to get Maple an X-mas present first?

I'd like to see the ghoul school some more, but that's just to reap some of my investment.

And as I always say, more Piccolo and Krillin, please.
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>>4493964
Hmm, why wait until X-mas when we could get her a present on Halloween, coincidentally El Dia de los Muertos?
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>>4493660
Okay, we've discussed and I've pushed for the Izzy directions I'd like before, so I'll skip that for now instead of giving you ten pages of GODDESS OF BALANCE NAZUMI cult propaganda.

Gohan, I really want to keep in the spiritualism he's immersed in now. It's a relatively unique direction as most of our spiritual characters are involved in magic or the Noble Eightfold Path and the spirituality of the Kais is definitely different and more concrete, as well as setting his sights and ceilings as high as creation. Skills-wise I'm hoping to develop more sword techniques and possibly use that spiritualism to draw unique properties out of our weapons.

Peppa is perfect. She's got her father's drive and persistence, her mother's ability to go outside the box, and her own charm and dorkiness of which I will always want more. She has a great outlook and ability to forge connections and relationships that is fantastic for exploring more characters. Skills-wise, I think Peppa could definitely benefit from taking her defenses more seriously. She can be reckless and rely entirely on power, and she could stand to conserve power by deflection and delay.

Thread pace I am solid on, especially as my schedule doesn't allow me to always be here so more nights means better spread of opportunity. And wven if I'm not here, I always enjoy catching up, no matter what bonehead high DC thing Sword got up to without me around to make it worse.

I love everything about Secret Princess and will wait as long as needed for it to always be so damn good.
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More Soba, more Melchior, more KONPEI!

Also whatever happened to Paopao?
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>>4494845
Yeah, more Pao Pao! She should tag with Chuu Lee.
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>>4493668
Thank you for that, Sword. All of that's encouraging to hear.

>>4493688
Thank you, Exen. It might still be a while before we get back to it, but I'll do my best to make time.

>>4493940
Thanks anon.

>what's the timescale you're working on here? Like I know eventually we'll end up with Beerus waking up and such, but how many major events do you have set going forward from now until then? I know the Mifan Tournament is one, but are there a lot more, or only a few?
Apologies if this sounds a bit too vague an answer, but I can say I've planned about three "major events" between now and then, including the Mifan Tournament.

>>4493964
Interesting. We'll see how those might go down the line.

>>4494495
Thank you for that. I'll definitely keep these in mind.

>>4494845
All possible.

>Also whatever happened to Paopao?
She's working as a hairdresser on the side.

And okay, sorry again it took so long to get back to y'all. Feedback's been helpful.

All this said, now we are back!

>>4492520
Well, looks like you’ve got your work cut out for you. Keli’s gonna be your Tag Partner, Pantea’s willing to help you develop barriers, Cocoa’s keeping tabs on the Pepparazzi, and you can keep up your training decently enough. Plus… maybe you could give your brother a visit some time. Y’ know, if you ask nicely.

Now that you think about it…

>A. Start your training with Keli! You two will need a good head start if either of you wanna win this!
>B. Get to work on barrier training with Pantea, still need a countermeasure of some kind
>C. Spend time with Cocoa looking into the Pepparazzi, can’t let her do all the work alone!
>D. Check in with the Kais if you can visit Gohan. Y’ know, if he isn’t too busy training
>E. Something else?

Please pick one, but feel free to elaborate or propose your own.
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>>4494895
>A. Start your training with Keli! You two will need a good head start if either of you wanna win this!
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>>4494895
>She's working as a hairdresser on the side.
Hah.

>B. Get to work on barrier training with Pantea, still need a countermeasure of some kind
Maybe we can do something with the IT Zone and make gateways/portals?
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>>4494895
>B. Once we have some new tricks down we can use them in our training with Keli.
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>>4494895
>B. Get to work on barrier training with Pantea, still need a countermeasure of some kind
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>>4494895
>B.
Maybe take aspects of the bits barrier and the hero's barrier then combine them?
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>>4494895
>B.
>E. laboration:
Let's try the Pendulum Room, maybe with Maple's help?
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>>4494895
>>4494919
Okay!
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>>4494919
support pendulum rooming
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You think it’d be best to work with Pantea on developing some kind of barrier… but at the same time, maybe mom might be able to help too. After talking it over with them, you all get the idea of using the Pendulum Room to properly test out some ideas. You arrive at the Lookout after getting the OK from Trip, Piccolo also curious about this, though opting to investigate more on his own later.

“I must ask, do you have a specific point in time you wish to visit in the Pendulum Room?” Trip questions.

“Well, you mentioned fighting 21 directly, didn’t you, Peppa? Would that be the best point?” Pantea asks.

“Actually, maybe it would be better right before that.” Maple mentions. “She was with Towa and Mira, right? So perhaps ambushing them before they head off might give her more reason to use that technique of hers.”

“Hmm…” you tap your chin. “Well…”

>A. During your fight with 21
>B. While Towa and Mira are still there
>C. How about before 19, 16, and myself show up there? Element of surprise
>D. Something else?
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>>4495034
>C.
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>>4495034
>C.
>D. "You guys can even go train with Ozotto and Luud with my Pendulum self too. Maybe figure out what Ozotto's plans are too?"
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>>4495040
I wonder if the Pendulum Room stops if it reveals alternate futures from the present, if what is secret from God's eyes has not yet been shown?
We should test that out.
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>>4495057
It's probably got some safety features now since we accidentally made the HERO OF JUSTICE Hatchiyack timeline back in the day.
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>>4495034
Backing >>4495040
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Hey Kato, do Liam and Whis hang out?
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>>4495074
Not frequently.

>>4495074
“Maybe… yeah. How about before 19, 16, and myself arrive? That way you guys can also keep an eye on Majin Ozotto and Luud, maybe figure out what they’re planning too.” Not a perfect plan, but a plan nonetheless. “How’s that sound?”

Mom smiles and nods. “Sure, that sounds like a plan. We’ll keep in contact while doing so. Trip, that good with you?”

“It is. Mr. Popo, Yosei, if you’ll please…”

With the Pendulum Room set up, the three of you end up in that same hellscape you were in a few weeks ago. Pantea’s immediately surprised by it. “It’s… bizarre. I’d seen bits of this in Hell when Janemba was sealed, but seeing it on Earth…”

You float up to get your bearings. “…There they are. Okay, Luud is in that direction.” you point out. “Which means Ozotto’s there too. I’ll be going towards Towa, Mira, and 21.”

“Okay Peppa, keep in contact!”

You all fly off, and following the path you took as you sensed them out, you lower your Ki and close in on the three troublemakers. Just about in visual range… how’ll you go about this?

>A. Attack! You’ve got the element of surprise!
>B. Better listen in first, might learn something new
>C. Get them separated, 21 is the one you wanna focus on
>D. Something else?
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>>4495131
>B.
>D.
Get 21's scent. That could come in handy tracking her down in real life.
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>>4495131
Backing >>4495135
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>>4495131
>>4495135
Support!
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Rolled 18, 8, 10 = 36 (3d20)

All righty, roll me 2d20, best of three! DC is 13 for both.
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Rolled 19, 14 = 33 (2d20)

>>4495150
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Rolled 11, 2 = 13 (2d20)

>>4495150
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Rolled 10, 4 = 14 (2d20)

>>4495150
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>>4495154
Passed both!

And sadly this is where I should call it a night. We'll be back one more time tomorrow starting ~3:30 pm PST. Hope to see y'all there! Stay safe out there, everyone.
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>>4495160
Fun as always, Kato. Thanks for running.
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>>4493964
Oh right, can Peppa use her IT abilities to create a pocket dimension she can pull giant hammers out of?
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>>4495425
I think we'd need to learn how to use portals. So that's something we could talk to Korin about.
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>>4495166
Glad to hear! Thanks for playing!

>>4495425
No, and Capsules exist.

And okay, we are back!

>>4495131
Getting in close, you basically repeat what you did when you first found them, though this time you’ve got more you want to hear from them. Stealthily climbing up a tree but keeping yourself hidden, you get close enough to listen in on their conversation.

https://youtu.be/1lxJCx9CxoU

“..pearance of this Janemba entity goes according to your predictions, Lady Towa.” 21 comments to her. “Yet the effects it’s having on the dimensional barriers are beyond the pale.”

“Do keep in mind we are still on a time limit. Should Janemba’s power be quenched, all our new acquaintances will be brought right back to Hell.” Towa responds.

“Oh I think Ozotto is well aware of that. He wouldn’t want to be trapped in Hell once more, especially since he’s so close to… reunification.” The redheaded lady smirks viciously. “It is a shame that it seems Babidi failed to bring out Majin Buu. I would have liked to see what the original Majin was capable of, though I guess your counterpart’s minions have given me a decent start.”

Mira carefully looks over the horizon as they converse, mentioning to the pair, “We may have trouble. I sense Maple in the area.”

“Oh, so soon? Well well, maybe I’ll get some more direct combat data on what she’s picked up recently.” 21 says with a malicious enthusiasm, adjusting her glasses and grinning.

Hmm… you’re kinda picking up a scent this lady’s giving off. It’s subtle, and masked slightly by the strange smells in the air, but… there’s a faint sweet scent to her, an artificial one at that. Like some kind of factory-made cake. Also a slight chemical smell… kinda reminds you of preserved specimens you’ve dissected in Bio class, that weird, kinda formaldehyde scent. All of this masked under some kind of perfumes, now that you’re able to pick them out.

Looks like they might be on the move. Still got the element of surprise…

>A. Attack them all at once!
>B. Wait for Towa and Mira to leave, then try to corner 21
>C. Check in with mom and Pantea, see how they’re doing
>D. Something else?
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>>4495956
>Reunification.

But Ozotto wasn't the original Majin. The Dark Djinn and Teapot Genie were Towa! Get your facts straight!

Also...
Even if he reunites, he would still probably not be as powerful as all of us. He needs some sort of boost.

Ozotto is after the time crystals isn't he?

>B.
>C.
>D. Set up some glitter mines while we wait. Make sure its not in the way of our other self.
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>>4495972
Nevermind, didn't read that thoroughly enough.
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>>4495956
Backing >>4495972
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>>4495956
Capsules are lame. If I wanted a capsule I would've said so. I just want a Gauntlet Knight's ability to have a battleship's worth of weaponry in a pocket dimension.

>A. Attack them all at once!
>D.Tunnel through the Earth just to see if they'll follow you.
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>>4495956
>B.
>C.
>D. Mock her fashion choices.
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>>4496016
Support
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Rolled 16, 15, 2 = 33 (3d20)

Okay! Roll me 3d20, best of three! DC is 13 for all!
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Rolled 6, 2, 6 = 14 (3d20)

>>4496019
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Rolled 4, 16, 15 = 35 (3d20)

>>4496019
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Rolled 4, 8, 18 = 30 (3d20)

>>4496019
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Rolled 19, 10, 5 = 34 (3d20)

>>4496020
>>4496022
>>4496028
Passed two! Writing...
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>>4495956
‘Ghost Pepper to Momma Bird, come in Momma Bird. Majin Ozotto causing you any trouble? Over.’

‘Handling things well enough, Ghost Pepper. How goes trailing 21? Over.’

You watch as Towa and 21 talk some more, leaning forward just a bit more to make sure you’re hearing it all correctly. “Well, as amusing as it would be to see her fall into that little trap, I believe Peppa has just arrived, which means your son shouldn’t be far behind. Do try to get some more data before getting these two out of here.”

“Of course, of course. And I hope your investigation into these distortions prove fruitful.” She then… gives a strangely soft smile. “My boy may have refused my offer, but my request for him still stands, Lady Towa.”

“We will not bring any harm to him, that is a guarantee.”

The pair teleport away, though as they do Mira very briefly glances in your direction. Crap. You make sure you’re not visible to them. You then start to prep some glitter bombs as you reply, ‘Towa and Mira just absconded, 21’s still in the area. I’ll be after her soon, ov-’ You sense her rocket off much quicker than last time. ‘Crap, gotta go, she’s running!’

‘Understood, Ghost Pepper! Over and out!’

You trail after her, digging underground, waiting until she slows her movements. The moment she does… you poke your body out of the ground and toss out one of them at her! It hits her in the hair, causing her to swiftly turn around. “YOU! SHOW YOURSELF, SON PEPPA!” A crimson orb of energy forms in her hand.

“Right here!” You call out from below… and teleport in front of her as she tosses the blast down at the ground. “Too slow!” You bean her in the face with another glitter bomb. “That’s what you get for being a fashion disaster!”

“HOW DARE-! GRRAAAH!” An aura erupts around her, the glitter covering her body only making it look even brighter. Well she’s pissed. Now what?

>A. Power up and smack her down!
>B. Attempt a barrier. Even if it doesn’t work, you’ll have a better idea on what to expect
>C. Grab her and teleport her to where mom and Pantea are!
>D. Pantea, mom, watch this fight carefully!
>E. Something else?
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>>4496016
What the duck is wrong with red and blue? Ducking autocorrect!
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>>4496082
>A. Power up and smack her down!
>B. Attempt a barrier. Even if it doesn’t work, you’ll have a better idea on what to expect
Both are valid practice. Even if we're primarily here to train barriers, it'd be weird to sneak attack and just defend.
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>>4496082
>E. Seriously, who wears a labcoat outside a lab? "Oh look at me, I'm so smart, and I show it off like it's Halloween!"
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>>4496082
>F. Your husband dressed better!
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>>4496082
>B.
>E.
"Do you actually need those glasses or do you wear them just to look smart? Because they aren't working."
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>>4496082
>>4496089
>>4496092
>>4496095
Hehe, seconding all this and anything else to piss her off
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>>4496098
Absolutely this, supporting.
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>>4496098
>>4496099
"I mean. Hoop earrings? Seriously. Your asking for a ripped ear lobe. Even if you can heal it."
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I do like this part of the outfit tho. It does weird things with her breasts in fanart, which is interesting.
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Okay! Another roll of 3d20, best of three! DC is 13 for the first, 14 for the last two!
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>>4496100
Eh, lay off a little.
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Rolled 7, 10, 2 = 19 (3d20)

>>4496100
>>4496104
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Rolled 10, 17, 14 = 41 (3d20)

>>4496104
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Sword rolled a 20 for the first one over on the discord using a system of his own creation.
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Rolled 19, 18, 9 = 46 (3d20)

>>4496104
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Rolled 3, 8, 9 = 20 (3d20)

>>4496109
>>4496112
>>4496114
Passed all! Writing...
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>>4496113
Let's not mix the discord nonsense in here.

Else it'll get messy
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>>4496120
Well, the 20 ended up somewhere!
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>>4496082
https://youtu.be/43zByBYMoko

“So you really are Number 21, huh? I gotta say… even Gero has a better fashion sense than you.” You power up, going Super Saiyan and quickly rushing 21, starting off with an elbow strike to the gut and following with a roundhouse kick to the side of her head that sends her careening down to the ground. She lands hard, creating a small crater, and you teleport down to her, dodging a Ki blast she fires back up at you. “Do you actually need those glasses, or are you just wearing them to look smart? Because I gotta be honest, if that’s the case: not working.”

“YOU’RE ONE TO TALK!” She swipes at you angrily, trying to chop and stab at you. “Those goggles are absolutely ridiculous!”

“A step above what you’re capable of. And seriously, who wears a lab coat outdoors? Who does that? ‘Oh look at me, I’m super smart, showing off in my Halloween costume!’” You keep dodging and swatting away her attacks.

21 backs away and holds up a finger, charging a strange energy at the tip, then firing it out at you. You manage to dodge away, though look back as you see it create some exceptionally heavy bands of black cloth… radiating an ominous energy as they hit the ground with a loud “THUD.” Okay, keep that in mind too. You turn your head and tilt your chin up, looking down your nose at her. “You wear that outfit even though you know the Clothes Beam? Wow! You’re definitely bold.”

Now absolutely fuming, her aura flares up higher. For a brief moment, you see something change. The whites of her eyes go pitch black, irises becoming blood red. “You’re going to suffer a hundred times the-” She stops, turning her head briefly as her eyes return to normal. An opening!

You dash at her and try a tail slash, one a beat more readily telegraphed, so she’ll dodge it even with the distraction. “Oh what, getting distracted, 21?”

“That’s it, I don’t have time for this you brat!” You feel a strange energy flow from her body. Immediately you raise your guard, even bringing up a barrier of Ki in preparation. 21 launches herself at you, but stops, letting out a pulse of energy from her body. The barrier manages to stop some of it, but it weakens substantially, and a numbness jolts through your body, your legs starting to feel weak. “That should hold you for a bit.” she says as she floats away.

>A. Try to power through it!
>B. Teleport to Maple and Pantea while you can!
>C. Call her a coward with an out of style outfit!
>D. Try to reinforce the barrier you made, you’ve got a better idea of the kind of energy she lets out
>E. Something else?
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Dang this would have been a really good time for Peppa to know Spirit Bits. Well, can't quip 'em all.

>>4496263
>D. Try to reinforce the barrier you made, you’ve got a better idea of the kind of energy she lets out
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>>4496263
>D.
>E. Use Telekinesis in tandem with the barrier to reinforce it.
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>>4496263
>>4496279
Is there a Fruit Tree nearby?
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>>4496263
>D.
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>>4496263
>D.
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Rolled 4, 6, 16 = 26 (3d20)

Okay! Roll me 1d20 this time, best of three! DC is 15!
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Rolled 9 (1d20)

>>4496297
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Rolled 3 (1d20)

>>4496297
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Rolled 18, 10, 13 = 41 (3d20)

>>4496297
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Rolled 17 (1d20)

>>4496297
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Rolled 19 (1d20)

>>4496297
>>4496297

wrong button!
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Rolled 15, 20, 19 = 54 (3d20)

>>4496298
>>4496299
>>4496300
>>4496302
Well. I'll accept either. Passed! Writing...
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I wonder if Fake!21's stomach can rumble so loudly and powerfully it would let her escape the Pendulum Room?
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>>4496263
Powering through this probably won’t work… you need to try something else. “You… you’re not getting away!” you call out to 21, trying to stall.

She laughs at you mockingly. “Hahahahahaaa! Awww, is the little pepper all out of her spice? Where are your witty comebacks this time?”

“Gimme a sec and I’ll give you more than you can handle!” Stalling not working. Come on, there’s got to be some way to counter this…

“Oh I’m afraid it’s no use. I do have to admit, that Dr. Raichi was quite the genius. A shame we never got to work together properly, though my hubby’s time with him did allow us to discover something not even you Tuffles are immune to. So… sit there for a bit, while I go and collect a couple things.” She then starts to fly off, but stops, turning back. “Actually, just to be on the safe side…”

https://youtu.be/0_tCOc6juMU

Crap she’s coming back. Well… now or never. You need to try something with your barrier. It stopped some of this energy, but it still managed to weaken you somehow… you can kinda feel how they work, but what to do to counter it…? …Unless… well, worth a try. The moment she lets out another pulse, you first try your barrier again, but the moment you feel it weaken, you lower your Ki as quickly as you can. A sort of… ripple of energy clashes with the pulse, canceling most of it out! Some still passes through, but with your lowered Ki it doesn’t affect you as drastically.

21 begins to fly away once more, unaware of what you’ve managed. As you feel your strength return, you teleport to her and grin. “Hello there.”

“S-Son Peppa!” She floats back slightly. “How’d you-? GRK!”

A quick jab to her gut stops her in her tracks. “That’s a heck of a trick. Wasn’t smart to try it again though.”

“OH I’LL MAKE YOU PAY FOR THIS YOU LITTLE…!”

(cont.)
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>>4496484
But right as she’s about to finish her threat, the area around you fades. And you’re back in the Pendulum Room, mom and Pantea just a ways away. The three of you regroup and talk about what you’ve learned. Pantea actually did exceptionally well for herself, managing to disable Luud’s body while mom distracted Ozotto, and then was able to trick the Majin into revealing some of what he’s planning… reunifying with his sealed self, and apparently attempting “apotheothis.”

“I’m still not sure exactly what he means by it, but perhaps it has something to do with what Hirudegarn went through before Izzy destroyed it.” Pantea speculates. “Though I think I soured his plans just a bit by kickin’ his oversized butt.”

“Heh heh, I bet. 21 was preeeetty peeved that I managed to outsmart her. Well, she was already peeved that I talked smack about her outfit, but still, that didn’t help any.” you tell her with a smirk. You notice that mom’s been surprisingly quiet, though as you look to her you see a wide smile on her face. “…Mom? What’s up?”

She shakes her head. “Oh, nothing. Just… glad to see how well you two have done.”

https://youtu.be/-MMbAz-U7o8

>DRAGON BALL TUFFLE QUEST KAI #36 END.
>Twitter account is @KatoQm, will have status updates there
>Got some questions for the QM? Suggestions? Throw them at ask.fm/QMKato and I’ll try to answer them as best I can

All right folks, that's all for this thread. Thank you all so, so much for sticking through with this for so long. I’ll be around for a bit for questions and stuff. Did y’all have fun? Hope everyone’s staying safe out there.

And also, I have a few things I’ve noticed I’ve neglected from the previous thread, so making sure they’re all addressed here. Social Links updated from both last thread and this one:

>PEPPA AND KELI SOCIAL LINK 4: COMPLETE!

>GOHAN AND SUPREME KAI SOCIAL LINK 3: COMPLETE!

>GOHAN AND MAJIN BUU SOCIAL LINK 1: COMPLETE!

>GOHAN AND PIKKON SOCIAL LINK 1: COMPLETE!

>IZZY AND CHEELAI SOCIAL LINK 1: COMPLETE!

>IZZY AND PARA BROS. SOCIAL LINK 1: COMPLETE!
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>>4496485
Been a blast, Kato! Thanks for running and giving us these fun times.
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>>4496485
Good times, good thread. Thanks, Kato.
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>>4496485
Absolutely had fun. Always do!

No Sharpner social link? Damn.

We'll make you into a real character one day, Sharpner. One day.
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Something from this quest that sticks with me still is Future Peppa and seeing how Basilea picked up all her worst qualities, which inspired Peppa to not pick those up. I thought that was a neat moment.
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>>4500035
Boy did I read that wrong on first look. But a good point and interesting take.
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>>4496506
>>4496518
>>4496753
I'm glad y'all had fun! And happy Halloween, everyone! Sadly I wasn't able to write up a special this year, things have been pretty busy for me as of late. Thread next Friday though! Hope to see y'all there!

>>4500035
>>4514131
Definitely one way to look at it.



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