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Who: Yusuke Urameshi

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When: IC: 8/2
Where: A really, really bad Street Fighter knock-off in ViViD
What: The past few weeks and the disappearance of a friend have been rough on Yusuke, so he's taking his frustration out in the best way he knows how-- punching things. Unfortunately, with CERES machinery on the fritz, it seems like there's new (and not entirely willing) challengers being glitched into his level of Ultra Alley Brawlers...
Rating/Warning: RATED Y FOR YUSUKE aka heavy chances of violence, bad language, blood, and everything else that comes with sticking a hot-blooded shonen protagonist in a fighting game-- also potential embarrassing outfits

[So you may be minding your own business, happily playing some innocent ViViD game such as Cybuddy Raiser or Gourmet Mother, or you're in the middle of labor-intensive RPG-style session, about to finally hit that desired stat level and take on the regional boss. Or you may even just be hanging around the ViViD Center, taking a break from the energy draining effects of the machines before jumping back into the fray again.

Suddenly, the area around you shifts and pixelates, stuttering and glitching for a moment or two, before it corrects itself, and-- wait a moment. This wasn't where you were before! Instead, you're looking out at one of these slightly grainy surroundings, while the dulcet sounds of this beautiful song blares all around you. Thankfully, your attire remains the same-- unless you're one of the unfortunate few whom the game had decided needed an outfit adjustment. But it's okay! High-cut leotards are great for kicking!

Like a large, blinking sign, the words A NEW CHALLENGER HAS APPEARED flashes above your head, before vanishing into thin air, replaced by a time slowly counting down from 90. Before you can really dwell on what those words mean, however, the loud sound of pounding feet rushes in your direction, a young man in this get-up charging towards you, fist cocked and ready to fight.

... you may want to do something about that.]

[tl;dr, welcome to the not!Street Fighter simulator! It's up to you if you want your character to be glitched into a weird fighter-game outfit, keep their normal attire, or change into some alt outfit from canon! If your character isn't a fighter, that's okay! There's handicaps in place, and, given how ViViD likes to mess with things, your character can easily be super strong or super weak given how you want the interactions to go! There's potential for final boss fights and bonus modes (as well as time-up 'draws'), so go wild! If you want to hash anything out or plot, hit me up at

Urameshi!]

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[After spending yesterday trying to get to his new surroundings, Takeru figured it would probably be better to spend some time in the ViViD. If he was new here once again, he might as well start ranking up his credits.

Hoping play a relaxing game of Gourmet Mother, that's when he found himself glitching into a strange new game. Wondering what's going on, he was just about ready to leave the game until...

He just had to see a familiar face pop up. Well, this is one way to spend the afternoon! But if he's a fight this person wants, it's a fight he'll get!]

Takeru! [Patamon shouted before showing a gust of wind straight to Yusuke!]

[It's odd for Yusuke to be in ViViD willingly-- after his previous experiences with it, he had every reason to be wary about it, and he gave it a wide berth when he could. However, dealing with sudden kidnappings and missing memories and people he knew suddenly vanishing left and right was frustrating to say the least, and waiting until night-time to run off to the Pleasure District to fight some dudes was not helping whatsoever. So, despite his own misgivings about ViViD, he decided to throw caution to the wind and load himself up into whatever fighting game was available, hoping that maybe heading into the system of his own free will would make things different.

And, so far, it seemed to be pretty standard: the opponents were of various strengths, though he managed to beat them fairly quickly. However, he blinked for a moment when the NEW CHALLENGER sign flashed in front of him, somewhat confused. Did someone else join the session? They looked somewhat familiar, but he couldn't quite place his finger on it. He wasn't going to dwell on it long, however. Whoever showed up here was here to fight, and he wasn't about to lose his upper-hand.

As he rushes the newcomer, though, the sudden appearance of a certain winged potato nearly causes him to fumble, and the name the small creature cries just confirms it.]

T... Takeru?!

[And thanks to that distraction, Patamon's wind attack hits him head on, flinging him back a few feet before he tumbles to the ground.]

Gah!

[The moment that Patamon hit him straight in the face, the boy wasted no time in rushing over to Yusuke's side. And yet, there was a nagging part of him that should know this person. If this raven haired boy knew who he was, why couldn't he?

His name was on the tip of his tongue. Why can't he remember him at all?]

Are you okay? I'm sorry, you're not hurt are you? [Well, of course he was. His flying hamster just hit head on! But it never hurt to ask!]

I don't think Patamon meant to hurt you but I think you should be careful next time. And especially when the ViViD can glitch and hurt people.

Edited 2016-07-07 16:07 (UTC)

[It takes him a moment to sit back up again, somewhat dazed by the attack. It wasn't as if it was the worst thing he's ever been struck with, but boy, did that ever take him off-guard. He blinks for a second or two, trying to regain his senses, and looks over to the boy hovering nearby. If he had any doubts before, Takeru mentioning Patamon erased all of it. But why the heck did he look so different?

Yusuke waves a hand, brushing away Takeru's concern.]

Don't worry, kid, I'm fine. I was just stupid and got distracted.

[He shoots him a curious look, though, trying to puzzle things together in his head. Hikari said he was missing, so Yusuke assumed he was sent home, but... maybe they brought him back? But why?]

I'm more concerned about you though. Where the heck were you the past few days? Growthspurt-ville?

[After the events of yesterday, Takeru was trying to resist a smirk on his face. But alas, it seeme as if he couldn't win the battle. While it had been a surprise to many of his friends that he appeared before them, it was another thing to see their reactions.

Was it really that surprising to see him grow up? And especially when he turned 10 not too long ago either?]

You could say that. It's been 3 years since I left Cerealia so I've been through I lot! I suppose you weren't expecting to see me back here were you?

[However, that did raise another question in Takeru's mind. Why did Cerealia sent him back home if all they wanted was to bring him back? It seemed to serve no purpose in mind at all.]

... three years?

[If there was anything about this whole situation that was throwing him off right now, it was that. Never mind Takeru vanished and suddenly came back a few inches taller, but how did that even add up?]

No way, it wasn't three years! Three days, maybe, but I'd be a mess if I was here for THAT long.

[His brow furrows a bit, recalling the conversation he had with Ruby when he had first arrived. Many people have said that time here and time back in their worlds flowed different, so it was entirely possible.

Takeru's last statement hit a little too close to something within him, however, and after a brief look of surprise flutters across his face, a small, genuine smile breaks across his face.]

And to be honest? I wasn't. But... I'm glad to see you back, squirt. I'm sure your little friend will be too.

I know a few people who had been here for a really long time now! It's impressive that they can handle that!

[While there were only 2 or 3 people that were popping into his head, he still had to give where credit was due! It had only been here for 4 months and it was still frustrating to see what little he could do.

Hopefully he might be able to change that this time around. Oh how he hated feeling like he couldn't do anything. If Yusuke looked carefully enough, he might be able to see a small frown on him.

But as soon as he saw that smile, Takeru couldn't help but smile right back!]

Squirt? I'm not so sure about that! I think I've gotten a lot taller since I saw you! If you're not careful, I might be as tall as you.

[And Trollkeru strikes back!]

[The troubled look that flits across the younger boy's face isn't lost on Yusuke, and he debates on prying into it. Did he say something to upset him?

But Takeru's reply was a surprise, and a laugh of disbelief bubbles out of him. When did this kid get so sassy? He reaches over and gives him a small noogie with his fist, not hard enough to hurt but enough to probably mess up his hair.]

Yeah? I dunno, you need at least five years and a gallon of milk if you're get to MY level, shrimp. [... never mind that Yusuke's kind of on the shorter side already, so Takeru may even outgrow him in the next year or two..........]

[The ticking of the timer catches his attention, however, and he balks at how much seconds have already passed.]

... crap.

[In return, Takeru couldn't help but just chuckle right back! It was a good thing that he had his hat on or else he really would have messed up his hair! ...Even though his hair was more than likely already messed up anyway.

Although many with the ticking, that's when Takeru couldn't help but nervously look back at Yusuke.]

Yusuke-san, you're not going to have to do what I think you're going to do, are you?

[Please don't tell him that he has to punch him in order to win, thank you!]

[Yusuke can't help but wince at Takeru's question, the idea not leaving a very good taste in his mouth. They were in a fighting game, after all, and Takeru would have known what he was getting into when he joined the session... or did he? His reaction certainly didn't seem like that, and he didn't peg the kid to be the type to play innocent in order to get a sneak attack on him.

Not that Yusuke had any qualms about fighting children, given if they were strong enough or little assholes, but he wasn't sure if that was the case with Takeru. However...

Yusuke's brow furrows as he weighs his options, hoping to find a loophole around this.]

I hope not. I don't know what the penalties here are, and I don't really want EITHER of us to find out.

Maybe we can make it a draw...? Crap, but you already hit me with your flappy loaf thing, so I'm gonna have to find a way to even that out, but I don't want to hurt you...

[Somewhere in the back of his mind, Takeru was resisting the urge to face palm. And yet, here he was! As he placed his hand on his face, how did he end up in a situation like this? Although, he really shouldn't be surprised when Cerealia was involved.

But if they really wanted him to fight, Takeru wouldn't mind. However, having in him fight a fellow friend for no real reason was definitely going to be difficult. If only there was another way around it...!

Which was why he was about to raise his hand up!]

Well, can't I just give up? Isn't that always an option? Because I don't think I have to fight you! [Pause] Unless, you want me to.

[And you know. Have him punch Yusuke like he'll punch Ken in the near future]

[There's a small grunt in response, unsatisfied with that answer, and he rests his chin on his fist.]

That's the thing, though-- I don't know if you CAN give up. I think you have to keep beating these guys until you hit the final boss or some secret cheat code or something. And I don't exactly want anything weird to happen to you because you somehow wound up here.

[What a predicament, indeed. Yusuke ponders on this a moment or two longer, before an idea hits.]

... you think they'd let us do a tag team or something? You wouldn't mind sending your digi-roll against somebody else, right?

[Before Takeru could say anything else, that was when Patamon had to speak up!]

That's very rude! I'm not a Digi-roll, I'm Patamon! [The Digimon gave a small huff before looking back at Takeru] But I wouldn't mind helping you out! If it means we get to go back home and eat something, that would be great!

[But as Takeru gave a sigh at his partner, he just gave a chuckle] If Patamon is okay with it, I don't mind either. And I know we can beat the boss with Angemon around too! It'll be a really easy win!

[And there Takeru goes, being smug once more!]

[There's a smart-ass grin at Patamon's protests, as well as a snicker.]

Yeah, yeah, same thing. How about this-- we beat this thing by sundown, and I'll treat you guys to ramen. How's that?

[He stands back up, dusting off his pants. The setting flickers for a moment, before the text 'PLAYER 2 HAS JOINED YOUR TEAM' blinks over Takeru's head and disappears once more.]

You wanna show me what you got?

[Yusuke, you just unleashed the fury that Takeru could have! With the title appearing before the young boy's head, he just chuckled a little.

With his Digivice ready to go, he simply looked back at his older friend and back at his Digimon.]

I could but I don't know would it be cheating if I let Patamon evolve into Angemon! We could easily win without them knowing it!

[And there Takeru goes, being smug about Angemon]

[Clearly Yusuke is the best role model. CLEARLY.

It was interesting to see Takeru be so cocky about something, but Yusuke wasn't entirely sure if that was just him being excited over finally showing off his digi-friend, or if it was a new trait he grew into. There's a roll of his shoulder as he smirks back to his younger companion, readying himself for their new opponents.]

We won't find out until we fight these guys, right? [And he holds up a finger, briefly glowing blue, before it flickers back out.] And it's not like I'm playing by the rules either.

[As if on cue, two goons materialize in front of them, waiting for just a moment before charging in to fight.]

[If you seen Takeru in 4 more years, you'll see that he had changed plenty all right! But until then, he was just so proud to show off Angemon that he couldn't help himself! Although, as two more enemies showed up before him, he had to get ready!]

I'm ready whenever you are, Yusuke-san! Let's show them what the both of us can do!

[With that, he got his DigiVice out before he looked back at his flying hamster]

Be prepared, those two people look really strong! They look like they could do a lot of damage!

[There's a snort at Patamon's warning, his arrogance in full-throttle.]

Oh yeah? Well, so can we! Let's kick their asses, kid!

[With that, he rushes towards the burlier of the goons, the one with the purple and the chains, sending a rapid-fire punch towards the man's midsection.

... of course, he is going to keep an eye on Takeru during whatever dust-up they'll get themselves into, to make sure the little guy isn't getting in over his head, but he's not going to let him know that quite YET.]

[As that familiar glow of light appeared before Patamon, Angemon appeared shortly afterwards! When they took on the other goon, Takeru had to make sure that his partner was safe at all times!

However, it appeared the both of them didn't have any trouble at all. Not when Angemon was flying up in the air and hitting said goon with his golden bat toward his head!]

You got him Angemon! Go and show him what you got!

[Even though it was clear to see that said goon was looking like he was ready to aim toward Takeru at any second]

Edited 2016-07-23 19:28 (UTC)

[Yusuke's tried-and true barrage knocks the purple goon down for a good few seconds, giving him enough time to glance over at Takeru and see how he was doing. Admittedly, he was curious to see the 'evolved' version of Patamon, given how much Takeru kept hyping him up in the past, and his eyes searched the field to see where the winged potato might be.

... yeah, okay. Large angel dude was nowhere on the list of creatures he expected this thing to turn into.]

WHAT.

[Seriously, what??? It threw him off so much, he didn't notice the purple goon getting back up and coming to punch him until it was almost too late. Working quickly, he grabs onto his opponent's arm and hurls it towards Takeru's opponent, knocking him out of the way before he can do anything to the kid.]

Takeru?! What in the HELL is that?!

[All things considered, this should be an easy battle. After all the enemies the both of them have defeated, a video game goon was nothing! And it was quite nice to be able to defeat something and not have to worry were they going to be okay in the end. At least now, Takeru could relax and pretend that everything was fine.

...Or at least that's so he thought.

The moment he saw Yusuke throwing said goon on top of his opponent, that's when both Angemon and him simply stared at the older boy]

Oh, you mean Angemon? He's my partner! Remember when I told you a long time ago about how cool he was! Now you get to see him!

[See that smirk on Takeru's face? It was most definitely there now! Look how proud he is of his Digimon partner!]

Edited 2016-07-25 20:39 (UTC)

[Okay, this fight is going to be put on hold for JUST a second (the goons probably won't be getting up in that time, anyway), because this is seriously a matter that needs to be addressed.]

THAT'S him?! [And he looks from Takeru to Angemon, and then back to Takeru.] How the hell do you go from a loaf with wings to THIS?! There's no way that's the same guy!

You sure he didn't just swap out with someone else? 'Cuz this is like comparing a good-looking actor to his crappy stunt double.

[With that, Angemon couldn't help but give him a certain look. If Yusuke were to look up, he could see a very obvious frown on the angelic digimon!]

That's not very nice and I can hear you!

[At the same time, Takeru still had the same smirk on his face. It was definitely the same smile he gave to Daisuke not too long ago either!]

He is the same digimon Yusuke-san! Digimon can change their form and then revert back whenever they use up all their energy! Patamon can just change into Angemon, that's all!

[And he's not getting into how Patamon can evolve even into a stronger angel but...maybe that was for another time. Right now, he just kept on being smug!]

[As if seeing the flying potato turn into a (mostly) human angel wasn't weird enough, now he was talking like him too? This just got more and more bizarre.]

But... he changed into a person. You don't think that's just a LITTLE bit weird? At least with Puu he mostly looked the same...

Is this really a thing these guys do?

Yup! Just wait until you see Tailmon, she can evolve into Angewomon and she can turn into a person too!

[It's because not to question Digimon logic, Yusuke. The more you accept it, the better things will turn out!]

But as far as I know, they aren't the only Digimon who can turn into a human! There are a lot of evil Digimon that look like a person too!

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THAT GAGTAG OH MY GOD

I TRY MY BEST

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