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[mysteryhero]

[Upon his arrival, Mysterio was in full costume, looking like Thor, Dr Strange and Iron Man rolled into one. Now he appears on the network in regular clothing - a brown sweater and tan trousers - looking elegantly casual.]

Hello again.

I have had some time to to explore and familiarize myself with this world and I'm impressed with the technology here - at least in Nova City. It's far beyond what I've seen before yet it's also lacking. That's why I am going to work for and with Aster Technologies and we can combine our knowledge to do great things.

Now, I know, I introduced myself as Mysterio when I first arrived and that is indeed a name I am known by but let's have a proper introduction now, shall we?

My name is Quentin Beck.

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[mysteryhero]

I know a bit about that. I've traveled through dimensions.

What sort of surprises do you mean?

[light_of_willpower]

Well, there were the spooky and malevolent dolls. There was the month where some of us woke up--changed. My partner, for example, who is normally human was apparently part demon. Physically changed, as Mai has never had wings before that I know of, and definitely less...

[Don't blush, don't blush, don't blush...]

Reserved than usual. [Damnit. There's a hint of blush, then a head-shake. He did not need to remember that make-out incident now.]

Some people had other things happen, like becoming an angel. One of my friends became the god of Candy, my sister was a Goddess of Fashion. I wasn't affected that time. In the past I'd had other friends who'd had that happen before--one of whom had become a vampire. So I was sort of warned.

[Okay, willing that blush away now. Please go away.]

There were the eggs which also induced random effects on people, like giving us bunny ears, or causing a localized rain-cloud, or pinning you to the ground. Those went away after a few hours, but the full change before lasted like a month.

Others could tell you more I'm sure.

[mysteryhero]

[His eyebrows raise slightly at that hint of a blush and he can guess what it meant but he doesn't remark on it.]

That all sounds very outlandish.

But I have seen worlds where superheroes exist and millions of people suddenly vanish without warning and the elements form into monsters that destroy cities so.... I have no reason to not believe you.

[light_of_willpower]

It sounds outlandish to me, and I've seen some pretty strange things too.

[Said with a wry smile.]

We have some Heroes, and some villains, here from a world hat has them. At least more formally organized than I'm used to thinking of it. If you mean a super-hero in terms of having powers, then they definitely qualify.

[More than just them, but first he wondered now if Mr. Beck had been familiar with All Might's homeworld.]

[mysteryhero]

I've been told that powerful gods are also here, or have been.

Tell me more about these heroes.

[light_of_willpower]

Ask for "All Might" on the network. You might get one of the villains responding, but All Might was the biggest hero in that world. I haven't heard much lately from any of them, so I'm not sure who's around. I need to fix that, for myself.

There have been gods yes.

[Definitely more serious, as the easy smile falls and his eyes harden a bit.]

I've met at least 2 here, neither of whom I'd care to meet again. The one didn't do much while here, thankfully. The other tried to claim Fayren for himself. Said he was a Moon God, and took the form of a big giant fox. Let all comers try and challenge him in the Colosseum, because, well, no one was too keen on him just showing up and claiming a city. He learned.

[A hint of smirk. Honestly the attitude alone was enough to get Trunks to take on Tsukuyomi when Seventeen had proposed teaming up. That he'd found he and the android worked well together had been a bonus.]

Not sure where he is too--I should ask about that. If he's still here, he's not causing trouble at least.

[mysteryhero]

All Might? That's a very descriptive name to have.

So you've had villainous beings here, trying to take over but they've been stopped... by yourself and by others?

[That smirk from Trunks seemed telling.]

[light_of_willpower]

Yes and no. Officially, the rules here are basically that if you're in these cities it's a clean slate. We don't bring grudges from our homes here. Which...has been difficult sometimes.

[Not just for Trunks himself, although he's experienced it too. Both because of when Zamasu was present, but also with Shigaraki. Would he have hurt Bulla and the others if the guardians and others had been able to take his history from his world into account?]

Not all of them have tried to take over. Some have just...well... they've done a lot of harm. Not that vigilante-ism is supported here either. Each city does have it's own rules and police, but more importantly each city has Guardians, and their deputies, who do what they can to keep the peace and keep everyone safe.

[A pause, and a breath, and good mood returned.]

I'm one of the deputies in Nova City, and yeah--I was one of those who helped teach the Moon God a lesson. It wasn't the first time I've dealt with wanna be world-conquerors or arrogant psychopathic Gods.

[mysteryhero]

[A clean slate sounds good in theory. He wonders how many actually took that opportunity and used it to their best advantage by then doing the right thing.]

Yes, some grudges can never be completely cleared from one's mind.

[He has some of his own. He doesn't think he could just let them go.]

I've heard about these Guardians. I even met one of them - Papyrus? Of Fayren.

It's good to hear that there are others around who will keep things peaceful.

[light_of_willpower]

The election was a month ago, maybe a little more, as it's an elected position. Grievous is the guardian of Nova City; he looks like a robot--he's not. You could find him at the Guardian's office.

[There's a shrug of one shoulder.]

I was a meddling type who wanted to help people even before becoming a deputy. I think that's part of why I was accepted. I've spent my whole life trying to protect people.

[mysteryhero]

[Grievous. Another odd and oddly descriptive name. But he supposed he couldn't talk, since his other moniker was Mysterio.]

It sounds like a job for heroes.

[light_of_willpower]

Depends on how you define a 'hero'. One of the villains from All Might's world, clearly has specific definitions of "hero" and "villain".

[Trunks doesn't usually think of himself as a hero either, even though it fits. It's more he just views it as doing what he has to, and doing what's right. It's part of who he is.]

But as mentioned, it is a Guardian's--and the Deputies-- job to keep peace. Someone comes here and was a villain in their world, or a bad guy? Long as they don't break the laws here and don't make trouble, they get protected just the same. A 'hero' can't go after them just because back home they were the bad guy.

[mysteryhero]

That's convenient for the villains.

So where can I find a list of these laws? Or are they merely the usual ones such as no stealing and no murder.

[light_of_willpower]

Should be found easily at each Guardian's office. Planning to cause trouble, Mr. Beck?

[Teasing. At least that is what Trunks is trying to do, with the smile.]

I'd have to check and see if the new guardians elected have changed or modified anything. I know Nova's haven't changed, and can easily send a copy to your phone.

[Which Trunks does indeed do, as there is an incoming file to Beck's device.]

[mysteryhero]

Quite the opposite, actually. Maybe I can be of use to the Guardians in the future.

Thank you for the assistance. You're very helpful.

[His response is a bit more neutral, or at least more serious.]

[light_of_willpower]

I generally try to be, for what it's worth. Thanks.

[And definitely a more normal smile.]

Aster's not a bad place to work though, from what I recall. Unless my Mother fit in well there because of her work-a-holic habits, in which case be careful.

[mysteryhero]

Of overworking?

[light_of_willpower]

Exactly.

[Even, and especially, after she'd started Capsule Corp in Nova, Bulma had still been a work-a-holic. Trunks had come to drag her out or make sure she ate sometimes after all. He tried not to follow the same patterns, but Mai still did the same for him on occasion.]

Anything else I can help with?

[mysteryhero]

It did say on the application that we could also complete work at home but at first I would like to access the facilities to learn any new tech and adapt my own. Then maybe I can get my own business up and running.

But first, there'll be hard work and long hours, no doubt.

[He makes it sound like he's looking forward to that, rather than it being a chore.]

Let's see... Is there anything else that you think I need to know about this place?

[light_of_willpower]

The question brings an outright chuckle out of Trunks and a wider smile.]

I remember asking that too, when I first arrived. I think the answer I got from Mr. Andor still works. Take time to try new things here. Don't feel you have to settle on the first job that comes along. You don't have to get complacent at all, but don't give up opportunities here to do things that you might not have been able to at home.

[mysteryhero]

Good advice, Trunks. I appreciate it.

[And there finally will be a smile back, looking more relaxed.]

[light_of_willpower]

I thought it was. I was glad to have met him, when I was still new here. Stop by Capsule Corp sometime or ask for me, and I'll show you what we do. See if you're familiar with it or not.

Somethings, obviously, I feel a need to keep secret. Business, and my mother would kill me otherwise. But I don't mind talking tech even if I'm not the inventor and genius she is.

[mysteryhero]

Of course. I understand perfectly.

I'm sorry I can't meet your mother in person.

[light_of_willpower]

She's definitely one of a kind.

[Lots of fondness, and sadness.]

My little sister looks just like her. I got my hair and eyes from her and my father's face. If you find anything at Aster that was done by Bulma Brief, that's my mother.

[mysteryhero]

I'll be sure to keep an eye out for it.