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The following Texts would go to Anastasia K. Leonheart, Cassian Andor, K2S0, and Rose Tyler, locked individually.

So, my mother is having a party on June 23rd and 24th. It's going to be on the Nova City Islands, and there will be games and prizes. I wanted to invite you to join us as my guest? If you want to come please meet us at the Nova City Docks at 11am on June 23rd.
--Trunks

[Action: Genessia City]

Trunks has gotten the lay of Nova City pretty well, and a decent start on getting to know and explore Attleton, so time to add Genessia city to his list. He'll be out and about exploring, with particular visits to the Genessia Scientific Research Foundation's lab--mostly to find if they have a head-office, a few shops and parks, and making note of certain locations.

[OOC: Feel free to approach him and hit me up with tags.]

[Action: Genessia Garden Park--Locked to Rose-Tyler]

Trunks hadn't wanted to disrupt Rose's yoga schedule, so he didn't meet her every day to work with her on meditation. But--aside from her recent hermiting because of things--they did try to meet regularly. One such morning finds them in the Garden Park, slightly off (but not too far) off the path by the trees.

[OOC: I figure this is probably like...3rd or 4th lesson for Rose, if that works?]

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[ That... is a lot to take in.

His facial expression remains carefully measured to show interest - too carefully, maybe, too blank, not to betray it as a mere facade - but no more than that, even as his mind begins to calculate the damage people with such powers could do to suburban Attleton if they took their fighting there. Yes, he finds himself suddenly quite glad that they live in Nova City. ]

I don't advise you go full power on the Colosseum until I have that double-checked.

[ His tone of voice is as bland as his face. And then, because he will always think of worst-case scenarios first. ]

Your enemies have these powers, too. [ Not a question. Because of course they would. That's how their luck goes. ]

[Cassian ia good---and Trunks isn't as observant as Mai is. But he can recognize that the other man is wearing a poker face.]

Not what you were expecting, huh? Sorry about that.

[Trunks is genuine in that; he really didnt mean to put the other off-balance.]

Our enemies do, but they aren't here. Or rather, one is--but if he makes trouble he'll have about 5 of us ready to squash him like the bug he is.

Mai and I though...we...spent the last year fighting to protect what's left of humanity from an enemy like this. I wasn't strong enough on my own, either. It's why I went to the past for help.

Hmm... [ It's not as reassuring as Trunks might have intended it to be, just because he's come to terms with it that it's his job to nudge more powerful people into place to fight the important battles doesn't mean he has to like it. But it is a fact, one he's had a year to come to terms with, so he forces himself to shrug it off and move on. ]

Well, as long as there are people here who will fight any who pose a threat. Whoever poses a threat. It will have to be dealt with when the time comes.

But no, I wasn't expecting it. I'm sure you understand that as a Guardian, it's not the news I hope to hear. But it is as it is.

[ They'll just have to account for one more group of superpowered people in their plans. At least this group seems neither hostile nor eager to cause destruction for destruction's sake. ]

If you choose to come to our gathering today, it might give you an opportunity to speak to others like you and Mai.

Gathering?

[Blinks, huh? But the smile remains.]

No, I completely understand your position as Guardian.

[Pausing again, tapping his pencil for a few seconds.]

Depending on the threat, not just our enemy, but what the threats are, you'll likely have 5 of us ready to squash it anyways, not counting Mai who'll fight and strategize and do her best, or Mom who's also used to being a strategist and inventor. I've lived my whole life defending others, so I...do not take threats kindly.

Goku can be childish, but also does not take actual threats kindly. Father is more mercurial, but he hates when someone thinks and acts like they're better than he is. He IS also more protective than he lets on.

On the subject though--I won't like it, but I also AM more than willing to fight my own family, if the need is great enough.

[Slightly grim there, and a bit lower voiced.]

It...came up in my past before. Father was being goaded and not thinking as strategically, and I had to go against him to make a point.

[Said point might have involved blasting him with Ki when Vegeta thought Trunks wouldn't actually do it... Vegeta learned otherwise. Then back to a more thoughtful and normal conversational tone.]

I can't speak well for 17 and 18 just because I don't know this version of them well, but I think they'd help too. They're part of the '5' I keep mentioning.

As a guardian, although also as a friend, what else can I answer for you?

Edited 2018-06-12 17:07 (UTC)

Remember that rebel gathering last month? I've been thinking that we should get something like that going more often. Maybe not regularly, but every now and then... It's a good way to connect and keep up with people's lives.

[ Both to make connections, or just see who needs a closer eye to keep on.

He inclines his head slightly. ]

I thank you for the information on your companions. I promise, I will take all you have told me into consideration when I meet them, whether as Guardian or at the party or in some other capacity. I do want us to have good relations, I hope for them.

[ He's usually pretty good at dealing even with difficult people so... Yeah, not too concerned. But more intelligence is always valuable, even on friends. ]

I believe you have answered my questions well for now. [ He smiles a little. ] I feel well-prepared for meeting your family.

Huh, that might be nice.

[A nod, and a genuine smile.]

I think it'll be fine, honestly. For the most part. Our world was a backwater in terms of the galaxy, but has attracted some very bad luck over the years. Also some good luck--and if it helps, we weren't actually that 'common' back home. It is normal to me, only because I was in the center. We were the exception, more than the rule, in terms of abilities.

If you want a demonstration too, I promise not to break the coliseum, and can give you enough of an idea in person without going all out. I usually keep my own ability 'masked', as it were. I've had to learn to hide.

Edited 2018-06-12 17:30 (UTC)

Well, at least it's going to be nice to be in the company of people from spacefaring civilizations, who are familiar with life from different planets. There aren't too many of these here.

[ It might provide some common ground, backwater world or not. ]

And I'm not going to ask you for a demonstration as such, but if you're going to have a duel or training there? I would love to watch.

Not everyone on Earth is, but out smaller group is. We're also kind of the exception in a lot of ways, in terms of martial arts capabilities and technology as well. I sometimes have to remember what 'normal' is for others isn't quite the same as 'normal' was for me. Even before throwing in the homicidal androids and rebuilding and time travel and genocidal god.

[Y'know, like it's Tuesday. His life has been ~~hell~~ interesting.]

If we can find a way to keep you safe then sure. I'm not too worried, but it's still something to keep in mind.

[ Uhmm... Yeah. Sure not a normal people's normal, that... ]

Yes, of course, I'm not going to endanger myself recklessly, or take away from your training experience to hold back on my behalf. We can see how or if it's doable when the time comes. If it's too dangerous to watch right there, maybe a video?

[There's a shrug, as Trunks honestly isn't that concerned.]

Depends on who's doing the training. Also on what kind, but we'll figure it out.

I should get back to my notes, but if you have questions or need anything, don't be afraid to ask, alright?

Right, and I should get back to work. We will talk again soon enough, I'm sure, Have a nice day, Trunks.

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