MMBN6: The Game Script

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--Adding the table of contents! I just hope it all fits in the posts I did before...

First and most importantly, this took a very long time to do. (Including all of Saturday--I did almost everything from the last two Link Navis onward in one sitting.) You can post this on other sites, but don't claim you did all the work. This would've gone on dA if it would've let me, but its limit for text is 64 kb and this was four hundred something, so you guys get it instead! :D

Most important after that: No, this doesn't exactly look professional in a lot of places. It only goes up to the end of the main story, and it includes the Undernet BBS and Oasis BBS. It was supposed to have the Jobs, too, but that sort of fell through when it started to become more of a "must... finish..." thing. So there's a lot of little stuff missing. There's probably also some commentary I should weed out. ^^; When there's text and no mugshot, I might handle it differently depending on which month it was after I started--usually, I say 'game' when there's no mugshot, but I might use '---'s voice' sometimes, too. If popular opinion says I should add something/give all the no-mugshot people voices/clean it up in other ways, I'll do it. And, of course, popular opinion for me is one person, so just speak up and I'll get to it!

Let the script begin!

--This is the Falzar game script. Mainly, this means that the classes are different; TomahawkMan instead of ElecMan, SpoutMan instead of HeatMan, etc. Also, Falzar instead of Greiga (there are *screech!*es instead of *rooooar!*s! Oh noes!).

Table of Contents, to copy/paste into your search box:

[Moving to Cyber City]
[BlastMan - Cyber Academy]
[DiveMan - Aquarium]
[AquaMan - Class 1]
[CircusMan - Awakening the Cybeasts]
[Operator Navi Round 1]
[Kurohige's Trial]
[TenguMan - Class 2]
[JudgeMan - Green Town]
[Operator Navi Round 2]
[Wild Weather/TomahawkMan - Class 3]
[ElementMan - Sky Town]
[Insurgents in the WWW/Operator Navi Round 3]
[DustMan and GroundMan - Classes 4 and 5]
[Return to Akihara]
[Secrets Revealed]
[Baryl's Weakness (1)]
[Undernet BBS]
[Baryl's Weakness (2)] --If you want to skip the BBS, search for "[Baryl's Weakness" and hit find next when you reach the BBS.
[Invitations to the Expo (1)]
[Akihara BBS]
[Final Battle - Expo] --To skip Akihara BBS, search for this part. There's nothing in between them.
[Epilogue]


[Moving to Cyber City]

Lan's voice: Sooo, I'm Lan Hikari! And the year's 20XX! Nowadays, almost everything is run by the network. Life sure is sweet. We don't really have to do much. Everyone has a PET. And in each PErsonal Terminal, lives a NetNavi who will do anything for you.

Mega: Hold on, Lan! We NetNavis jack into terminals, gather information, make your life easy, and help you out, but if you leave everything to us, you're asking for trouble!

Lan (in person): Ack! MegaMan!? You heard that?

Mega: Never mind that. Did you think about what to say today?

Lan: Ah, about that... I'm no good at, uh... Hey, I know! You can do my speech for me!

Mega: Oh, stop it, Lan!

*lights up on the ACDC classroom*

Mari: OK, looks like it's time to go home, but before you leave, I have a bit of sad news to share...

Yai: ... Sad news?

Mari: Yes, unfortunately... One of your fellow classmates is moving to another school...

class: Whaaaaaaat!?

*pan down to Lan's desk*

Dex: Hey, Lan!

Lan: W-What, Dex?

Dex: Do you know who's leaving?

Lan: ... Yeah, I know.

Dex: For real!? You know who it is!? Tell me already!

Lan: ......

Mari: ... Lan, did you want to say something...?

*Lan gets up from his desk*

Dex: Y-You're kidding...!

Lan: ......

*Lan walks up next to Ms. Mari*

Lan: ... Um, my Dad got transferred, so my family has to move.

Yai: W-Wait! You!! How could you not tell us something this important!?

Lan: Yai... I'm sorry I didn't tell you guys.

Yai: Aren't you mad too, Mayl?

Mayl: ......

Yai: Mayl? Did you...

Mayl: I knew... I found out from Lan's Mom a little while ago, but I didn't want to say anything until...

Lan: I really wanted to tell you guys, but I just couldn't do it. I'm sorry, everyone.

Mari: ...... Lan will be moving to Cyber City the day after tomorrow, on Sunday. So, let's all try to see him off, OK?

class: Yeah, OK! I'll be there! Me, too!

Lan: Gee... thanks...

Mega: Hey, Lan! You should say something.

Lan: Um, I... uh... I have to pack, so I don't have a lot of time. But I wanna say thank you, to everyone!

*Mari turns to Lan*

Mari: Let's send Lan off with b-big s-smiles, yes... *sniffle* Waaaaaah! Lan! Don't go!

*Lan turns to Mari and jumps*

Lan: Eek! Ms. Mari! Don't say that!

*blackout*

voice: That Sunday...

*lights up on moving day: Hikaris in front of house, Mari and class facing them with gang in front*

*Hikari turns to face Lan*

Dr. Hikari: Isn't it nice that everyone came to see you off, Lan?

*Hikari turns to face class*

Hikari: Thank you, Ms. Mari, and everyone else, for coming to see my son off. My family and I will be moving to a place called Cyber City.

Dex: But, pops, what are you gonna do there?

Hikari: Well, I can't give specifics, but Cyber City's mayor has asked for my help... ... That is to say, it's still under construction, but in 6 months, an Expo about the harmony between technology and nature is scheduled to open. Cyber City's Net traffic will jump dramatically once the Expo opens. Since I'm a Net specialist, I was asked to go and make sure the network can handle all those requests.

Dex: When it's over, you'll be back, right!?

Hikari: I'll be continuing my research into next-gen Net systems and Cyber City is a model next-gen Net society. So, even after it's over, we will most likely be staying...

Dex: ... Oh...

Yai: .........

Mayl: .........

Hikari: Now, now. Don't look so down. It's not as if you will never see each other again. We're still in the same country. We can come and visit. Come visit us once the Expo opens, OK?

Haruka: Ms. Mari, and all of Lan's friends, I want to thank you for all you've done. We may be changing where we live, but you'll always be our friends. So feel free to drop by!

*parents turn to Lan*

Hikari: Well then, Lan, your Mom and I will be waiting by the car. Come to the car when you're done.

*screen fades, then comes back without parents*

Lan: U-Um... I, uh... thanks for coming today...

*Dex jumps*

Dex: Laaaaan! No matter where you go, I'll always be your rival!!

Lan: Dex... Yeah, we'll always be rivals! Always!

Yai: You may think you're far away, but you'd better write to me! We'll always be connected through the Cyberworld. You'd better come see us... *sniffle* ... Waaah...

Lan: Yai... OK, I promise to keep in touch.

Mari: *sniffle... sniffle* I-I thought you would all graduate together... *sniffle* You are my first... *sniffle*... graduating class... so I always hoped that... I'd see you all graduate together... ... *sniffle*... I really wanted to see that...

Lan: Ms. Mari... I wanted to graduate from ACDC School with everyone, too... but even when I move, you'll always be my teacher!

Mari: Lan... *sniffle*...

class: Hey, take care, Lan!! Come visit a lot! It's gonna be kinda lonely... Good luck!

Lan: Thanks, you guys... I've gotta go now.

Mayl: Lan, I... was just thinking how great it would be if we could graduate from elementary school together, and then go to junior high school together... It'd be so nice... being together... always... ... *sniffle*

Lan: Mayl...

Mayl: I'm sorry... I told myself I wouldn't cry...

*Lan looks away*

Lan: ... We'll see each other again, and I'll definitely be back someday! So, don't cry... ...*sniffle*

Mayl: ...Yeah.

Lan: I'm glad you understand.

*Lan looks toward class*

Lan: Well, everyone, I better get going... Take care!!

Dex: You betcha, Lan!!

*;_; blackout*

Lan voice: And so we left ACDC Town, and arrived in Central Town, the heart of Cyber City, to begin our new lives. I'm still a little sad, but unpacking everything makes me feel like I'm getting ready for a new adventure!

*Lights up on Lan's new room*

Lan: MegaMan, let's take a look around our new home, and then check out Central Town!!

Mega: Sounds like fun! Let's go!!

*screen fades, then comes back up--Lan can be controlled*

*Lan goes to talk to Hikari*

Lan: Dad, I'm gonna go outside and look around!!

Hikari: I'm going to connect your computer to the Net later. Once it is ready, I'll let you know.

*talks to Haruka*

Lan: Mom! I'm gonna go explore outside!

Haruka: OK! Take care and don't come home too late!

*talking to people!*

Man at bottom: Whew... Job's done... It's all thanks to my PET and my Navi! It's used for work data, receiving mail, or for students to upload their textbook data. For such a small object, it has a large number of functions. Even bothersome tasks can be handed off to your Navi. It's a great tool!

In front of Aster Land: Hey bro, have you heard of virus busting? If viruses get in electronics they damage them, so Navis are sent in to delete viruses! I'm pretty smart, huh?

Woman next to LevBus station: Let me tell ya something cool! You can hold the B Button to dash! Try it out!

Old man: Sending the NetNavi in your PET into Cyberworld is called "Jacking In"! When you want to jack in, stand in front of a device and press the R Button! Don't forget it!

Kid just below old man: I've never seen you around here before! Oh yeah... You just moved here! Central Town is the heart of Cyber City! We are going to have an Expo here later this year! That's the Expo Site over there... Well, actually they are still making it! Next to that is my school... Cyber Academy!! Are you going to transfer there? I hope you get used to things here fast!

*go up to Iris, and... cutscene time!*

Dog: *mwoof, mwoof, mwoof!!*

Iris: ......

*Iris backs away*

Lan: That RoboDog is attacking that girl!

Mega: But that's... Normally, RoboDogs are programmed to never attack humans.

Lan: I know! So that means that RoboDog...

Mega: ...is probably infected with a virus! Lan, press the R Button to send me into that RoboDog!

*if you try to move*

Mega: Lan, use the R Button to jack in!

*pressing R*

Lan: Jack in, Megaman! Execute!

Mega: ... Ah!

*pan forward to see viruses*

Mega: Just as we thought, Lan! It's infected with viruses!

Lan: OK, MegaMan! Our first Central Town busting!

Mega: Right! You operate, I bust! But, Lan, with all the packing and moving, you haven't been virus busting lately. Sure you can still do it?

Lan: Are you kidding? *really now, say the players, are you kidding?*

Mega: Oh? OK, then, let's do it!

Lan: Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!

*oh groan, the game didn't hear us saying 'are you kidding' loud enough. Tutorial time, lovely~*

Mega: Lan, let's try some virus busting! Operate away!

Lan: Leave it to me. Let's go, MegaMan!!! Umm... To battle viruses... ...first I've gotta send chip data to MegaMan! I can select BattleChips in the Custom Window. *arrow flashes at window, you know the drill, it'll flash at whatever's being mentioned from here on out. Woo, I don't have to write all that...* Here are the chips I can select. Hmm... Any good ones? The chips in the folder I've equipped are shown here. I see the currently highlighted Chip's Data here! This is its Attack. I'm ready now! Now this is crucial. Here is the virus's HP or hit points. HP shows how much damage it can take. Gotta remember that!

Mega: Got it, Lan? You can only send data for 1 chip per turn, unless it is data from the same type of chip. We have 2 Cannons, so let's go with them!

Lan: That's a no-brainer! I got it down! The A Button selects the chip to send. The R Button shows the chip's info. And the L Button is for escaping. But this is no time to run away! I'd better send Chip Data to MegaMan now!

*after you pick the Cannon*

Lan: There are 2 Cannons, so I can select 1 more! I can't pass up a chance like this!

*other Cannon*

Lan: Now that I've selected Chip Data, I just select OK! Here we go, MegaMan!

*hit OK*

Lan: MegaMan, I sent the Chip Data! Time to start virus busting! *MegaMan: About time! ...kidding*

Mega: Lan, operate away! I can move up, down, left and right on the battlefield. Fire the MegaBuster with the B Button. It's weak but fast. Hold it down longer for a ChargeShot. Remember that, OK? Here are my HP! I'll be deleted if they reach 0! The Chip Data you just sent is shown above my head. Use them withe the A Button! But be careful! Each one can be used only once! If a virus remains even after you used all your chips...

Lan: I know, I know! The CustGauge, right? The CustGauge gradually rises over time. Once it's full, I can access the Custom Screen again with the L Button or the R Button. I got the battle basics down pat! But enough already. Let's bust a virus!

*virus goes boom!*

Lan: Alright!!

Mega: Lan, there's more!!

*oh boy, here we go again*

Mega: Lan, now let's use both support and weapon chips in our attack! The AreaGrab chip you see there gives me more room to move around. Using AreaGrab with WideSwrd is a very effective strategy.

Lan: Huh? I thought you can only select the same chips together.

Mega: Come on, Lan! You forget, already? Take a look at this!

Lan: Whoops! I completely forgot! These letters are a chip code. Different types of chips can be selected together as long as they have the same code! Let's see... AreaGrab and WideSwrd have the same code so I can select them together! The chips with an "*" are like wildcards. I can select them with any other code! There aren't any "*" ones now, so I'll try it out with an "S"! Attack with AreaGrab and WideSwrd!

*you select AG*

Mega: That's AreaGrab! OK, now use WideSwrd!

*WS*

Lan: OK! Now I just select OK to send the data to MegaMan.

*OK*

Lan: MegaMan, I sent the data! Let's score a combo!

*bye-bye Custom Screen*

Lan: OK! Time for a combo!!! By using AreaGrab with the A Button, part of the viruses' area will become ours to use!

Mega: Now we can move up and use WideSwrd! This is a powerful attack but remember, I have to get close to a virus to strike it! Let's give it a try!

*kaboomity goes virus two*

Mega: Yeah!

Lan: OK, last one! Let's go, MegaMan!

*tutorial three gooo!*

Mega: Lan, do you remember Counter and Full Synchro?

Lan: Huh? What's that?

Mega: Well... Take a look at the "Emotion Window" here. It shows my emotional state. If you operate me well so our souls connect, I'll go Full Synchro, a state where you and I act as one. This improves my focus.

Lan: How do I operate you well?

Mega: You have to Counter!

Lan: Counter? Uhhh... What was that again?

Mega: Counter means using a chip attack right when the enemy is about to attack. They'll be caught off guard and won't be able to move for a bit.

Lan: I get it. It surprises them!

Mega: During Full Synchro, the next chip's Attack power is x2, and the enemy will flash to show when you should Counter. Thus, you can use x2 Atk chips again if you score multiple Counters. OK... This is a good opportunity to get some practice. Just this once, we'll start in Full Synchro. Use a chip attack when the enemy flashes!

*go to town*

Mega: Well done, Lan. You don't need to Counter every time, but if you can master it, I think you'll find it very effective. Still, it won't work with chips that stop time like AreaGrab. Remember to use the right chip at the right time.

Lan: Roger! I'm gonna master Counter and Full Synchro!

*oh, thank heavens, we're DONE*

Lan: Alright!

Mega: Excellent! Nice work, Lan!

Lan: Ah, you too, MegaMan!

Mega: How's the RoboDog?

Lan: It's OK. It's back to normal, I think. Jack out, MegaMan!

Mega: Roger!

*out he goes. Lan skates over to Iris*

Lan: Are you OK? Are you hurt? Don't worry, we took care of the RoboDog!

*dog is cute and jumpy now*

RoboDog: *woof, woof!!*

Lan: Um... I'm Lan Hikari. I'm new here--I just moved in. What's your name?

Iris: ...nks... ...or...

Lan: Huh?

Iris: T-Thanks... for... helping... me...

*she leaves*

Lan: What's with her...?

Mega: She's embarrassed, I think...

*Lan looks at PET*

Lan: Oh... Well, she's not hurt, so I guess she should be OK. Let's get back to looking around town!

RoboDog: *woof, woof!!*

*end cutscene; PET rings*

Mega: You have mail, Lan! Press START to open the PET. Select E-Mail from the menu to check and read your mail!

*you have two mails:*

subject/sender: NetBtlIntro NetPolic (01)

message: This is the NetPolice. Since the laws of Cyber City and other towns differ, in place of Official NetBattlers, the NetPolice will take charge of the safety of all citizens. In this mail, we want to introduce novice NetBattlers to the fundamentals needed by all NetBattlers. Please keep these in mind, as we work to prevent crime. We would like to go over the following two points.

*three options: Folder Editing, Regular System, and Finish Reading. You hit the former:*

"Editing the Chip Folder" While travelling the Cyberworld, you can get BattleChips. Yet, acquiring BattleChips will now allow you to use them in a NetBattle. When you get a chip you wish to use, be sure to put it into the ChipFolder. When you want to edit the ChipFolder, open the PET Screen and open the Edit Screen by selecting a ChipFolder. While editing a Folder, pressing START will bring up a sort of menu. In the sort menu, you can sort your Folder or Pack with various options such as alphabetical sort or ID sort. Editing your Chip Folder is very useful, so we recommend you do it early and often. You can get BattleChips by deleting viruses, collecting mystery data in the Cyberworld, buying chips at shops on the Net, or trading BugFrags or items at special shops. By collection a wide variety of chips, you can make a world class Folder.

*You hit Regular System:*

The RegularSystem allows you to select a chip you like, and make one of them a RegularChip. Chips that have been marked RegularChips will always be available at the start of a battle. To select a chip as a RegularChip, go to the Folder Edit Screen and press SELECT. Then pick the chip you want to set as a RegularChip. If the chip is larger than the capacity of your PET, it cannot be a RegularChip. The capacity of a chip that can become a RegularChip is written to the right of the Folder name on the Edit Screen. Select a chip that is smaller than the capacity listed. You can increase the capacity with the RegUP item. If you master the RegularSystem, it will open up a wide range of strategies.

*on to mail two*

subject/sender: Lan's Cmptr Dad (02)

message: I set up your computer for Net access, so please check that it works when you get home, OK? I alse set up a mail program on your homepage. Cyber City's network has strong security so it is hard to access from outside the system. To get mail from outside, you have to check the mail program. To see mail from ACDC Town, I've setup this mail program's mailbox to send and receive. It may seem like you don't have mail, but give it a look.

*head home*

Mom: I wonder if there is a good grocery store nearby... We just moved, so not knowing the area is quite a hassle.

Dad: Welcome home. Your Net connection is ready. Try it out!

*well, get up there and jack in! Look around for a while, but when you get to CentralArea2...*

Green Navi Guy: Who!? Who is the one who hid the KeyData!? And I came to see the huge crater in CentralArea3... What a pain in the butt!

Mega: Lan, let's call it a day and finish preparing for tomorrow.

Lan: Guess I should... But I wanna explore just a little more! I mean, don't you wanna see more of our new town's Net?

Mega: Well, yeah. OK, just a little longer. But, not too much longer, OK? Can't be late on your first day of school, you know!

Lan: Yeah, yeah, I know. I think I can handle myself. C'mon, what are we waiting for!? Let's go!

Mega: You can handle yourself, huh?... Alright. I'll trust you.

*explore around a little, get some cash and chips, what have you... and then, jack out.*

Mega (when you approach the bed): Bedtime already? (Yes/No) Do you want to save what happened today? (Yes/No) Can I overwrite the previous data? (again, Yes/No) OK! ... All saved! Good night, Lan!

*screen goes black*

[BlastMan - Cyber Academy]

Mega: ..n... La...n...

Lan: Nngh... Just 5 more minutes...

Mega: No excuses if you're late!

Lan: I get it... I'm up, I'm up...

*lights up on Lan's bedroom, where he rubs his eyes in bed before getting out*

Lan: See! I got up!

Mega: Don't "See!" me! If I didn't wake you up, you'd be so late! I don't think I should trust you to manage yourself!

Lan: Aww, come on! Well, today's my first day at Cyber Academy, so, let's cut the chatter and go!

Mega: Yeah!

Haruka: It's your first day at a new school... Make lots of friends, OK?

Yuu: New school time, huh? Do your best!! I've got to get ready for work myself!!

*head off to the new school. Lan walks through the security gate and stops*

Lan: My new school... Let's see, the Teachers' Room...

game: *BEEP, BEEP, BEEP!!* INTRUDER ALERT INTRUDER ALERT

*Lan jumps and skates forward*

Lan: W-What's going on?

*the Security Bots mob him*

Bots: INTRUDER ALERT INTRUDER ALERT

Lan: An intruder? You mean me!? W-Wait a second! I'm a student here!

Bots: OH... WELL, WHY DIDN'T YOU SAY SO? IN THAT CASE, SHOW ME YOUR STUDENT ID...

Lan: My "StudntID"? I just transferred to this school, so I don't have one...

Bots: DON'T HAVE ONE?... THEN, YOU ARE AN INTRUDER! YOU'RE UNDER ARREST! *exterminate! exterminate!*

*they move forward, Lan steps back*

Lan: Wait a sec!

Bots: I WILL NOT WAIT!

*they move forward again*

Lan: Man, what a welcome! Looks like we'll have to jack in to get through. Are you ready, MegaMan?

Mega: ...Yeah!!

voice: "Wait!! Back off! Everyone! Now!!"

*aaaand the bots back off, save one*

Lan: H-Hey! That was a human voice!?

voice: "You... Are you Lan Hikari?"

Lan: Uh... yeah... That's me, but... Who are you...?

voice: "Wahahaha!! You have quite a lot of guts! Most people run from Security Bots, but you are the first to fight one! Oh, excuse me... I'm your homeroom teacher!"

Lan: A Security Bot... is my teacher...? What a strange school...

*bot jumps*

voice: "No, no!! I'm a little tied up right now, so I'm just using the Security Bot's speaker to talk from the Teachers' Room. I'm going to lift the security system so come on in and stay to the right."

game: *beeep* *click*

voice: "The Teachers' Room is down the left hallway. I'll be the cool, energetic teacher wearing the bright red warm-up suit! Don't hesitate to give me a shout!! See you in a bit!"

Lan: Wow, what a school...

*he walks forward a bit*

Lan: ... Huh?

Mega: What's up, Lan?

Lan: What's that...?

*camera pans up to show a Copyroid*

Lan: Looks like...a doll? But what's it doing there?

Mega: Strange... Let's ask a teacher later.

Lan: Yeah, later... OK, off to the Teachers' Room!

*and you finally have control of Lan again. Head off to the Teachers' Room and talk to Mach-sensei! ...er, Mr. Mach!*

Mach: Very good, Lan!! I'm your homeroom teacher, Joe Mach! Call me Mr. Mach!! Now you are a member of Cyber Academy! Here, let me give you this!

game: Lan got: "StudntID"!!

Mach: Now you can enter the classroom. Your classroom is Class 6-1 on the second floor. I'll be there in a minute, but you go on ahead! Nervous? Hahaha! No need to be nervous. You'll be fine!!

*well, you heard the guy. Head to class, unlocking the security door on the way*

game: Lan used: "StudntID"! The lock on the gate opened! *beep* *click*

*once you get there, a cutscene starts*

Lan: (I'm really here...! My new classroom, and classmates... *gulp* I'm so nervous...)

*pan of the classroom, ending with the front*

Mach: Everyone!! Like I said, starting today, we have a new student!!

class: *chatter, chatter*... ...*whisper, whisper*

girl: I wonder what they're like?

boy: Is it a guy? Or maybe a girl?

other boy: Ah, I can't wait!

Kojirou... er, Mick: ...... Hmph!

Mach: Ok, now settle down! Alright, come on in, Lan!!

*Mach stands next to his desk; Lan comes in to join him*

Lan: I'm L-Lan H-Hikari! Nice to meet you!!

class: *clap, clap, clap*...

Mach: Hmm, that was a nice, energetic greeting! He's quite the fearless guy! I can tell he has a lot of faith in his NetBattling skills! But! Reckless NetBattling is a no-no! So let's play nice and be good friends! Now, then... Lan, your seat... is over there.

*camera scrolls to show seat*

Mach: Right behind Mick. Hey, Mick, try to be nice, OK!?

Mick: .........

Mach: His name's Mick. He's a little grouchy, but he's not a bad guy. That's all. You can sit down now, Lan.

Lan: OK.

*Lan walks to desk, pauses next to Mick*

Mick: ... *eye roll*

Lan: I'm Lan Hikari. N-Nice to meet you!

Mick: ......... ...... Hmph!

Lan: Eh, heh heh heh... (W-What's with him!? I've got a bad feeling...)

*Lan sits at his desk*

Lan: (Boy, that was scary... but it'd be nice if we could be friends...)

*blackout*

game: *ding, dong, ding, dong*

Mach: Oh, it's already break time! OK, next period is Virus Busting! Did anyone forget to bring their Navi? ... Wow, no one!? Wahahahahahahahaha!

Lan: Mr. Mach seems like he can do anything. ...... Maybe. My first recess. Guess I should go talk with everyone. Talk about nerve-wracking.

*so go talk to people!*

other boy: Nice to meet you!!

girl: You're Lan, right? Nice to meet ya!

little girl: I'm horrible at virus busting, but... You look like a strong NetBattler... I can tell just by looking at you!

boy: Our next class is Virus Busting!! Is your Navi ready?

girl two: Lan, are you already using the Net? It's different from the Net in your hometown, huh?

boy three: Our homeroom teacher is pretty excitable, huh? I didn't like him at first... Now he's my favorite teacher!!

Tab: Mick wants to be a rebel, so he acts like one, but when you peel back the layers, he's not so bad at all!! Although there are a lot of layers to peel through.

Mick: ...*sigh!*

*lights blink, and Lan's in the lower left corner*

Lan: Hmm... I've talked to everyone, but I'm new, so I just don't fit in yet.

Mega: That's how it is. Just take it slowly, I guess.

voice: Hey, Lan!

*up comes Mick*

Lan: Ah, um... Mick...right?

Mick: You're good at NetBattling, right? The next class is Virus Busting. Show me what you've got then, hmph!

*and away he goes*

Lan: What's with his attitude...? Did I make him mad at me? What did I do?

Mega: Who knows...

game: *ding, dong, ding, dong*

Lan: Ah, the bell!

*blackout, then everyone's back in their seats*

Mach: Alright, now like I said earlier, it's Virus Busting time! So jack in to your desks, everyone!

Lan: Alright, MegaMan! Let's do this!

Mega: Roger!!

Lan: Jack in, MegaMan, Execute!

*in the Cyberworld*

Mach's Navi: OK, looks like EVERYBODY'S here! Let's GET this VIRUS BUSTING class STARTED! In this BOX are VIRUSES that are AROUND your LEVEL. So, WHO'S got the GUTS to give THESE a GO?

Mick's Navi: Hey, Teeeeeach!

Mach's Navi: Oh, Mick's NAVI! You RAISING your HAND!? THAT'S a RARE sight! So, you WANT to give IT a TRY?

Mick's Navi: Nah! What I was going to say is why don't we let the new guy show us what he's made of! You're good at NetBattling, right? So, show us your real power!

Mega: T-This is kinda sudden... Well, Lan...?

Lan: Fine! If he wants to see so badly, let's show him! Besides, we're in class. The virus won't be that hard.

Mick: *grin*

Mega: Alright, I'll give it a shot, sir!

Mach's Navi: Now we're going to SEE some SKILLS! BACK UP, everyone. It's gonna get DANGEROUS!

*blackout; next we see Mega ready to face the virus with the other Navis gathered around in a semicircle*

Mach's Navi: Are you READY!?

Mega: Yes!

Mach's Navi: Here we GO! Mettaur!!

*the box vanishes... what's this? This ain't no Mettaur, that's an OldStove!*

Mach's Navi: W-WHAT the!? I'm SURE I called a METTAUR!! Not GOOD. I've gotta STOP this...

Mick: What's wrong? Hurry up and show us what you're made of. Or are you chickening out?

Lan: Who's chickening out!? Let's do it, MegaMan! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!

*beat up the OldStoves*

Lan: We did it!!

Mega: Nice work, Lan!

*the Navis are all excited*

Green Navi: AWESOME!

Pink Navi: That was sooo cool!!

Fancy Navi: What a show!

Mick's Navi: Hmph!!

Mach's Navi: Hmm, THAT was quite a SPIFFY technique! I'm sure EVERYONE LEARNED a little something.

game: *ding, dong, ding, dong*

Mach's Navi: PERIOD'S over. Line UP, everyone!

*they line up*

Mach: Like I thought, you and MegaMan have real skills. That was a pretty impressive battle! Well, class is... Oh, and Mick, Teachers' Room, after class. Class dismissed! I'll leave each of you to jack out when you want.

*Mach's Navi jacks out*

Mick: ... Darn it!

Mick's Navi: Don't let all the praise go to your head... hmph!

*he jacks out*

Lan: What is his problem!?

Mega: Now, now, Lan. Calm down. We should jack out soon, too.

Lan: ... Yeah.

*after you jack out, screen goes dark*

Mick: Oww... My ears are still ringing from all that yelling.

Mick's Navi: Could he have beaten the virus because our plan was leaked? But then again, it's you we're talking about here, so...

Mick: Shut up, you useless Navi!

Mick's Navi: What!? And here I am trying to comfort and calm you down!

Mick: Shut up, you worthless Navi! If you were stronger, you would've crushed a beginner like him!

Mick's Navi: And I suppose it wasn't because you stink at operating?

Mick: Shut up, shut up! I can't do anything with you! Get away from me!

Mick's Navi: Hmph! I was just about to leave anyway! Then you can yell all you want, by yourself! See you, loser!!

Mick: Ah... HEY! ... Hmph, he really left... Darn it... It's all Lan's fault that things turned out like this... Argh! If I could somehow crush him...

BlastMan: Kwohohoho... Would you like my help? Kwohohoho...

Mick: W-Who's there!?

BlastMan: Here, I'm here! I'm in your PET!

Mick: W-What the!? Who are you...?

BlastMan: I am BlastMan. It seems that you want power... in order to defeat that new student...

Mick: How did you know...? And where did...?

BlastMan: Don't worry about things like that... Do you or don't you want to crush the new student? You have 5 seconds to decide... 4, 3, 2, 1...

Mick: Y-Yes, help me...!! I don't care how, but I want to teach Lan a lesson!

BlastMan: Kwohohoho... Ok... but why stop at one? Why not teach him a lesson over and over again? Leave the fighting to me. Just sit back and watch me crush those two... Kwohohoho!!

Mick: ... *grin!!*

*blackout*

game: *ding, dong, ding, dong*

*and we're back in the classroom! Mach has a Copyroid sitting behind him.*

Mach: Is everyone back? Good. Next, we'll be studying about CopyBots. You don't know what a CopyBot is yet, do you, Lan?

Lan: There's one in the foyer, but I don't know what it does.

Mach: Well then, will someone explain to Lan what a CopyBot is?

Tab: I will, sir! A CopyBot, as it is, can't move. However, if you send a Navi into one, it changes into that Navi, and then the Navi is free to move around in our world.

Lan: Heh!? A Navi in the real world!? I've never heard of technology like that!! (the anime, this ain't)

Mach: Ha, ha, ha! I'm not surprised! This technology only exists here in Cyber City. Each area of Cyber City is developing something different. This area, Central Town, is doing research in... next-gen Net society!

Lan: N-Next-gen Net society!?

Mach: Yup. Right now, Navis can only help us in the Cyberworld. But, with CopyBots, they will be able to exist in our world, and directly help people. Of course they can still go between the Cyberworld and ours. And that's what a next-gen Net society is about! (but the next gen is going to say "Screw the perfect Cyberworld we've got, let's invent the virus-infested Denpa Sekai and begin all of our old problems once more!")

Lan: W-Wow! So, you mean MegaMan can be in the real world too, Mr. Mach?

Mach: Of course!! But there are a few restrictions.

Lan: Restrictions?

Mach: Yes. Just like people, there are good and bad Navis. If bad Navis were allowed to run amok, there would be trouble. So Navis transfered into a CopyBot can't use weapons or BattleChips like in the Cyberworld. (then how do you explain the big, game-ending fight scene where Blues, Roll, and the other Navis are running around hacking and slashing away?) Also, Navis will have the same strength as a human adult. So? How about it? Wanna bring MegaMan into the real world?

Lan: Of course!!

*screen goes black, then comes up with Lan in front of the Copyroid*

Lan: L-Let's do this, MegaMan...

Mega: I'm so nervous. I never thought this could happen.

Lan: Me either... MegaMan, begin transfer...

*fwoosh and burst of white light, go!*

Lan: ... *gulp*

*the Copyroid starts blinking between Mega and its normal state*

Lan: Wah!

*Mega's in the real world!*

Lan: H-H-He's aliiiive!!

Mega: I'm not some sort of monster, Lan!

Lan: Wahahaha! It's MegaMan! Feels like some sort of dream, doesn't it?

Mega: Well, I can tell you it's not a dream!!

Lan: Pinch me on the cheek, then.

Mega: Uh... If you say so...

*he walks forward*

Mega: ... *pinch*

*whoa, lookit him practically dragging Lan around by the cheek!*

Lan: Ow, ow, ow!!

*Mega lets go*

Mega: A-Are you OK, Lan!? Did I pinch you too hard?

Lan: Ow! Yeah! I know I said "pinch me," but not that hard! I'm tearing up from the pain... So much for our first meeting in the real world... Ow, ow, ow...

Mega: ... Eh, heh, heh... I'm sorry! ...... *gulp*

Mach: Alright, MegaMan! Since you're here, why not say hi to everyone? But classes are going on, so no leaving this room.

Mega: ... OK!

*screen fades, you are now in control of Mega*

girl in leftmost chair in first row: That virus busting just now was awesome!

first row center: Wow! You're so cool! Who did your customizations?

first row right: Hmm... Completely different from my Navi... I'll have to ask Lan for some customizing tips!

Mick: Ummphh!!

Tab: Uh-huh... Looks like you're heavily customized!

second row right: *Snore! Snore!* Ahhhh!! I dozed off! Did the teacher notice?! Whew... Thanks for waking me up!

third row center: So... How's your first time in the real world?

third row right: Check this out... You kinda look like Lan!

Mach: Enjoy the real world! Hahahaha!

Lan: MegaMan... This is like a dream...

*after you've talked to everyone, it fades and Mega is in front of Mach and Lan*

Mach: So, MegaMan, how do you like the real world?

Mega: If I could, I'd stay here forever.

Mach: Wahaha! If only that were possible! They're still doing research, but if a CopyBot could hold more energy, then maybe you can someday!

Lan: Well, I'm happy anyway, even if MegaMan can only be here sometimes!

Mega: Lan...

Mach: Alright, MegaMan, time to go back into Lan's PET.

Mega: OK. I hope I can use a CopyBot again sometime!

Mach: Ha, ha, ha! This school has a few you can use, so don't worry!

Mega: OK!

*and he's out of the 'bot*

Lan: Welcome back, MegaMan!

Mega: It's good to be home, Lan!

*pan over to Mick*

Mick: ... I see. So, you're ready...? BlastMan... Let's show them our power!

*pan back to Lan 'n Mach*

Mach: You may go back to your seat, Lan...

Mick: Let's get started!

*exploding sound! everybody jumps!*

game: *wham!!*

boy: Waaaaah!!

Mach: What's wrong!?

*pan over to boy and girl, who are being harassed by a Dalek--er, Security Bot*

Tab: It's a Security Bot... What's it doing here?

Mach: Wait! Stay back!!

*the kids scurry back, and Mach steps to the plate!*

Mach: No Security Bot has ever broken into a classroom before. I'll beat it with my super deadly martial arts combo!

*camera switches back to Lan*

Lan: M-Mr. Mach!!

Mach: Super-secret hundred hand punch!!

game: *wap* *pow* *bam* *bop*

Lan: M-Mr. Mach!!

*a guy of many words, Lan is. Anyway, camera goes back to Mach, who is lying on the floor dazed*

Mach: W-What power... Security Bots... Wow... ... *thud*

*Lan skates over to Mach!*

Lan: Mr. Mach! Mr. Mach! ... He fainted...

Mega: Lan, we've gotta do something about the Security Bot!

game: *wham!!*

girl: Ahh! There's more of them here!!

*pan up to front of classroom, where there are two 'bots; a third joins them*

Lan: Everyone, get to the middle of the room!!

*screen fades, comes back up; everyone's at the left of the classroom, Security Bots on the right*

Lan: What in the world is going on...?

Mick: The fun's only just begun...

Lan: ... What!?

*Lan watches Mick walk out to stand on the other side of the bots*

Lan: No, you didn't...!?

Mick: The real fun starts now! Hit it, BlastMan!!

*and now the Security Bots SPIT FIRE, and the room goes slightly red*

Lan: Wah!! Cut it out! Put out the fire!!

Mick: Just try and make me! You'll just put everyone in danger! I mean, I don't really want to hurt you... much. I just wanna see you squirm a little! I wonder how long you'll last?

*he leaves*

Lan: ... Gotta stay calm... First, I have to put out those Security Bots' flames... But how...?

Tab: Hot, hot, hot!!

Lan: ... I have to do something!!

*screen fades and comes back--you are now in control of Lan. There's one Security Bot posted at each door, so head for the CopyBot!*

Lan: MegaMan, wanna jump into the CopyBot?

*hit yes, and Mega appears*

Mega: Transfer complete!!

*you are now in control of MegaMan, so leave the classroom and head for the kid with the bucket of water on his head. Even though there are fish tanks behind Lan's class that would serve the purpose equally well and not make you travel as far. Oh, well.*

bucket boy: Wha... What's going on here!?

Mega: Hey, you mind if I take that bucket!?

bb: O... OK...

Mega: Thanks!!

game: MegaMan got: "Bucket"!!

Mega: I have to hurry back to Class 6-1!

*hurry back to class 6-1*

boy: Umm... Ngh... My vision's getting blurry... The robots are closing in...

boy two: N-No, no more... W-Water...

Tab: We're doomed...

Lan: M-MegaMan...

Mega: Lan!!

Lan: MegaMan!!

*don't just sit there, use the stinkin' bucket!*

Mega: I'm here!!

*bots turn to face him*

Mega: Why don't you cool down, you hotheads!!

*he throws water on them; they begin smoking; he runs over to Lan*

Mega: I'm sorry I took so long, Lan.

Lan: No, you saved us, MegaMan! Now we've gotta stop Mick!!

Mega: Wait, the CopyBot's almost out of power. I have to transfer out.

*he does so*

Lan: Welcome back. OK, let's do it, MegaMan!

Mega: OK!!

*cam fade, you're in control; stop by Mach on your way out*

Mach: Oh, no... Everyone saw me fail... You'll need this to get into the Teachers' Room... Take this...

game: Lan got: "TeachrID"!!

Mach: Help...

*head on down to the Teachers' Room gate; if you didn't stop by Mach before (like me) then you'll get something like this:*

game: *beeep* *beeep* *beeep* *beeep* PLEASE SHOW YOUR TEACHERID.

*if you've got it*

game: Lan used "TeachrID"! The lock on the gate opened! *beeep* *click*

*head on in to see yet another cutscene*

Mick: Hey, stop it you guys, that's enough!! You're gonna hurt the teachers!!

*Lan looks over, and there's Mick holding the teachers hostage with four bots*

Lan: Mick! Hurry up and shut them down!

Mick: I-I'm trying! But they're not listening to me!!

Lan: But aren't they being controlled by your Navi!?

Mick: Y-Yeah...

*Mick takes out PET*

Mick: Stop it, BlastMan! BlastMan!! You're going overboard!

Blast: ...? Isn't this what you wished for? Didn't you want to shake them up?

Mick: All I wanted to do was scare Lan and the others a little! I didn't want it to go this far!

Blast: Hmph, coward! Maybe you should run away! But I'm going to do what I want! You can suffer too, for all I care!

game: *click!!*

Mick: BlastMan, BlastMan! Darn it... He cut me off...

game: *wham!!*

*another Security Bot comes in*

Lan: Aaah! We're trapped!

teacher dude: Aaah! The heat!!

teacher girl: This is the end...

scientist teacher: *huff, huff* Don't give up, everyone... *huff, huff...*

Lan: Where's BlastMan!?

Mick: I don't care how many NetBattles you've fought... you can't win against BlastMan.

Lan: And I don't care how strong he is! I've gotta do something before it's too late!! If you wanna help, tell me where he is!

Mick: He's in that control system...

*Lan skates over to the big computer*

Lan: Let's go, MegaMan!!

Mega: OK!!

Lan: Jack in! MegaMan, Execute!

*you're in the Bot computer! Kickin' music!*

Mega: It's really hot... It's dangerous here with the raging heat fanning the flames.

Lan: I see... We've gotta find and beat BlastMan, ASAP.

Blast: Looks like a lost little critter has wandered in... Better get out fast before you become a crispy critter!

Lan: Just you wait, BlastMan! We're gonna put out your fire! Go for it, MegaMan!

Mega: OK!!

Blast: There won't be anything left after I reduce you to ashes!

*First up, walk toward the pacing Mr. Prog to see--you guessed it--another cutscene*

Mr. Prog: TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE! THIS IS UNHEARD OF! RECORD-BREAKING!

Mega: Calm down! What in the world happened?

*proggy stops, goes to talk to Mega*

Mr. Prog: THE FIRE IS ALREADY THIS INTENSE! MY FRIENDS ARE ALL GOING TO BE BURNED UP AT THIS RATE!!

Mega: What!?

Mr. Prog: A RED NAVI THAT CAME IN JUST NOW CAUSED ALL THIS! I'M RESISTANT TO HEAT, SO I'M OK, BUT... AH, IF THIS KEEPS UP, THIS COMP WILL MELT DOWN FROM THE HEAT! I'M BEGGING YOU! SAVE MY FRIENDS, AND GET THEM OUT, PLEASE!

Mega: Gotcha! I'll give it a shot!

Mr. Prog: WOW! YOU'RE REALLY BRAVE! ... WELL, YOU'LL NEED THIS THEN!

game: MegaMan got: "WatrData"!!

Mr. Prog: JUST BE CAREFUL ABOUT ONE THING! ONCE IN A WHILE, THE RED NAVI SHOOTS OUT A WAVE OF FLAMES. ... AAAAH!! SPEAKING OF FLAME WAVES, HERE COMES ONE NOW! IT'S BEST NOT TO MOVE WHEN IT HAPPENS.

*the wave comes through, but because prog and Mega are both behind a block, they're safe*

Mr. Prog: BEFORE A WAVE, LITTLE EMBERS WILL SHOW WHERE THE FLAMES WILL COME FROM. STAND BEHIND A CUBE, LIKE WE DID JUST NOW, AND IT WILL BLOCK THE WAVE. IF THERE'S SOMETHING YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND, ASK AWAY! NOW PLEASE GO SAVE MY FRIENDS!

*it's peanut butter hero time!*

burning prog 1: AH, HOT, HOT, HOT! AT THIS RATE, I'LL BE BURNT TO A CRISP! I DON'T WANNA BE DELETED!!

Mega: Don't panic! It'll be OK!

*WaterData is used on the prog*

unburning prog 1: ... PHEW! ANY LATER AND I WOULDA BEEN TOAST! YOU BE CAREFUL, TOO, YA HEAR? DON'T GET BURNT!

*prog leaves, get back to heroing*

burning prog 2: UWAAAAAN! UWAAAAAN! BURNIIIIING! SOMEOOOOONE!!

Mega: Calm down! I'm going to put the fire out now!

*waterdata on prog*

unburning prog 2: ... PHEW! THAT WAS BAAAAD! THERE ARE MANY DANGERS AHEAD! PLEASE BE CAREFUL!

*prog leaves, back to heroing*

burning prog 3: OUCH, OUCH, OUCH, OUCH, OUCH, OUCH!! WE ARE AT CRITICAL! OH, WHY, OH, WHY!?

Mega: Hold on! I'll save you!

*waterdata on prog*

unburning prog 3: ... PHEW! I'M STILL ALMOST GOOD AS NEW! PLEASE, YOU HAVE TO GO SAVE MY FRIENDS! ... I WOULD LIKE TO HELP, BUT IT'S GOTTEN SO DANGEROUS. EXCUSE ME WHILE I FIND COVER! AND WITH THAT...

*prog leaves; if this was your third prog, a cutscene happens*

Mega: Lan, the temperature in this area is going down.

*fire at path to second area goes away*

Blast: As I thought, you are skilled. However, a raging inferno awaits you in the next area! If you're feeling faint, maybe you should jack out! Oopsies, but even if you do, the inferno will still be here! Good luck, MegaMan! Gyahahahaha!!

Lan: Darn it...

Mega: You OK, Lan?

Lan: Ah, yeah... But the teachers are still in danger. We've gotta hurry!!

Mega: Yeah!!

*get over to the next area, where a cutscene happens*

Lan: What's wrong, MegaMan?

Mega: *huff, huff...* It's really hot...

Lan: Yeah, I know what you mean... The control panel is burning hot, too...

*a bunch of fires suddenly surround Mega*

Mega: Waaah!

Lan: MegaMan!! Is it BlastMan!?

Mega: L-Lan...!! Everything just burst into flames! Can you turn on the Teachers' Room's Fire Extinguisher!?

Lan: The Extinguisher...? But there's no Navi to operate it... ...I got it!! Hang on, MegaMan!

*we're back in the real world; go talk to Mick*

Lan: Hey, Mick! Where's your Navi!?

Mick: No clue... He just went off on his own...

*talk to him again*

Lan: So you're an operator, huh!? If you've been with your Navi for a long time... You should know each others patterns in and out...

Mick: .........

*try again!*

Lan: Mick!!

Mick: ......... He's probably near the electronics... You can't see it, but he's a worrier! So I bet he is watching from a monitor somewhere.

Lan: A monitor, huh? Makes sense! Let's go!

*go to the flashing desk*

Lan: ... Found him!! You're Mick's Navi, right?

Mick's Navi: Hmph!

Lan: What are you doing here!? Your operator is in trouble!

Mick's Navi: He put some other Navi in his PET! He looked dangerous so I just said, "Oh, well!"

Lan: You're kidding, right? Aren't you following Mick because you're worried?

Mick's Navi: Umm...

*Mick walks up to the control panel*

Lan: Mick! I need you two to work together! Stop this fighting and apologize, and let your Navi back into your PET!

Mick: But, but, he's the one that ran out on me! He should be apologizing to me!

Mick's Navi: What!? I'm the one who's always watching out for...

Mega: L-Lan! Do something! Hurry... Wah!!

*the panel lights on fire, scorching Mick's butt*

Mick: Waaaah! Ouuuuch!

Lan: Mick!!

Mick's Navi: Mick!!! Ahh!! Where are the Fire Extinguisher System's controls!? ... Found it! Darn!! It's protected! Hang on, Mick! I'll save you, no matter what!! Waaaaah!! Fire Extinguisher System activated!!

*the screen goes white, and then everything is no longer on fire*

Lan: Are you OK!?

Mick: Strangely enough, I'm OK... You big dummy...

Mick's Navi: Hey, wait a sec! You said that like you meant it...

*hey, look! the teachers are safe too!

Lan: MegaMan, it's up to you now!

*and we're back in the Internet, where the fire's out*

Mega: The flames are gone! Thanks, Lan!

Lan: You should thank Mick's Navi.

Mick's Navi: Hmph, whatever... I wasn't trying to help MegaMan out. Anyway, go get Blastman for me! All of this is his fault!

Mega: You got it!!

Lan: It's up to you, MegaMan!

Mega: Roger!!

*more heroing commences*

burning prog 1: IT REALLY IS MIND OVER MATTER... IF YOU THINK THE FIRE'S COLD, AND REALLY THINK THAT, ... NO, ACTUALLY, IT REALLY IS HOOOOOOT!!!!!

Mega: Hold on! I'll save you!

*waterdata time*

unburning prog 1: *SIGH* THAT SAYING IS JUST A SAYING AFTER ALL... HOT IS HOT, NO MATTER WHAT YOU THINK! I WON'T BE THAT NAIVE AGAIN! AND YOU, TOO! DON'T BE FOOLED, JUST BE CAREFUL!

*it leaves*

burning prog 2:N-NO!! I DON'T WANT TO BURN OUT HERE!! THERE ARE STILL THINGS I WANT TO DO IN THIS WORLD!! THERE'S THIS AND THAT -- OH, JUST TOO MANY THINGS!

Mega: Everything will be OK! I'm here for you! You'll get a chance to do everything you want to!

*waterdata*

unburning prog 2: ... YES, I CAN FEEL IT NOW! THE WONDERFUL FEELING OF BEING ALIVE! I WANT TO THANK YOU, REALLY... AND TO SAY WATCH OUT AHEAD!

*leaves*

burning prog 3: EEEK! EEEK! GOSH, TELL ME I WASN'T LEFT BEHIND! I SWEAR I'LL BE A GOOD LITTLE PROGRAM FROM NOW ON!!

Mega: Have a little more faith! I'll save you!

*waterdata*

unburning prog 3: ... AH, YOU SAVED ME... I REALLY SWEAR I'LL BE A GOOD PROGRAM FROM NOW ON, JUST LIKE YOU! OK, BYE-BYE!

*leaves*

burning prog 4: *HUFF, HUFF...* I-IT'S NO GOOD... THE MEMORY OF THAT TIME IS COMING BACK LIKE A BAD DREAM...

Mega: You mustn't give up! I can still help you!

*waterdata*

unburning prog 4: ... WHOA. THOUGHT I SAW THE AFTERLIFE FOR A SECOND THERE. TALK ABOUT A CLOSE ONE... I'M GOING TO GO FIND SHELTER. WHAT A BAD EXPERIENCE! YOU'D BEST BE ON GUARD, TOO! WOULDN'T WANT YOU TO BURN UP!

*leaves; if this is your last prog, the fire in front of Blast vanishes*

Blast: Kwohohoho... You made it! I applaud you for reaching me unburnt... But I doubt that even you can stay cool-headed forever. Kwohohoho...

Mega: BlastMan! I won't let you get away with this!!

Blast: You can't stand up to me! I'll delete every last fragment of your data. Kwohohoho...

Mega: Here he comes, Lan!!

Lan: Gotcha!! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!

Blast: Burn to ashes!! Kwohohoho...

*beat blasty up*

Blast: K-Kwooooo!! To l-lose to a brat like you... *huff, huff...* How could things have come to this... H-He's going to give me another one of his lectures! Kwooo!!

*he makes a barricade of flames between him and Mega*

Mega: Wah!!

Blast: You have won this battle, but this is only round 1. *huff, huff...* N-Next time, you'll be burnt to a crisp!

*he plugs out*

Mega: W-Wait!!

*the flames vanish*

Lan: MegaMan, are you OK? Things are OK here. Jack out, MegaMan!

Mega: Roger!!

*he plugs out as well*

Lan (not in person): We beat BlastMan, and the whole thing at school ended. It was decided that this time, it was an outside intruder, BlastMan, who caused the whole mess... But it looks like Mick made the teachers really mad.

*Lan's back in his classroom, talking to Mega*

Lan: Maybe this will make him change his ways...

Mick: Hmph, don't bet on it.

*and up comes Mick!*

Lan: Mick...

Mick: It's not like I've changed or anything, but I've been thinking a little. I've been giving you a lotta trouble... ... That was wrong of me.

Lan: Mick... It's OK. How about us being friends? I still don't have that many friends to hang out with here.

Mick: No way, freak. That's not my kind of thing. I just wanna NetBattle sometime and totally own you two!

Lan: Ha, ha, ha... (He kinda reminds me of Dex...)

game: Mr. Hikari!!

*up comes Tab*

Mick: T-Tab!

Tab: Mr. Hikari! Hi! I'm Tab. I'd really like to be your friend, too!

Lan: Sure, but please don't call me "Mr." Call me "Lan"! We're the same age, after all...

Mick: Yeah, and don't call me, "Mr." either...

Tab: Oh, keep quiet for a second, Mick. Mr. Hikari, er, Lan... I was so impressed by your NetBattle... especially your techniques... The way you stayed calm during the incident... You didn't look like a kid at all! I really respect you!! That's why I called you "Mr. Hikari"!! But I don't respect Mick at all, so I don't call him "Mr."

Mick: Grr... W-Well, whatever. ... H-Hey, Lan...

Tab: What are you looking so serious for?

Mick: S-Shut up! *ahem!* L-Lan... So, all these things kinda happened since you got here, but I was really impressed today. Uh, I don't like saying sorry, so here, take this.

game: Lan got: "Graffiti"!!

Lan: What's this!? Your doodles!?

Mick: N-NO! And it's "graffiti", not "doodles"! I mean... That "graffiti's" gonna show you where the key for the door between CentralArea2 and CentralArea3 is hidden! I should know! I hid the key and wrote that note!

Lan: What a troublemaker...

Mick: With that, you can get to the Cybeast statues in CentralArea3!

Lan: Cybeast...?

Tab: Everyone knows about Cyber City's legendary beasts!

Lan: Really...?

Mick: I'll let you borrow that for now. Later, freak!!

*Mick leaves*

Lan: Heh, why can't he apologize like a normal person!?

Tab: He's a rebel, so him giving that to you shows he's sorry.

Lan: ... Yeah, when you put it like that, it does seem his style!

Tab: Oh, it's already time to go home! Actually, my house is in the Central Town chip store. The store's called "AsterLand"! We're in the middle of remodeling, so we're not open, but once we're finished, I really hope you'll come by! Well, I've gotta go home and help with the remodeling. I'll see you tomorrow, Lan!

Lan: Yeah, see you tomorrow!

Tab: OK!

*Tab leaves*

Lan: Looks like school's gonna get pretty busy from now on... Well, let's go check out CentralArea3 and the Cybeast statues!

Mega: OK! Oh, before we do, we should look at that "Graffiti" you got earlier. You can look at it in your KeyItem on the PET screen.

(info for Graffiti: There is a picture of a Navi digging a hole at a place on a wide green road where a shadow falls.)

*get home and go to your room*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

*do so*

subject/sender: YouGotMail/MailBox (03)

message: Mail has been received in the mailbox on Lan's HP. To confirm mails, call the Mr. Prog on the homepage. This is the only mail notification you will receive, so please check the mailbox often from this point forward.

*jack into the computer and check with the Mr. Prog*

Mr. Prog: CHECK INSIDE THE MAILBOX?

*hit yes*

subject/sender: GiveYouThis/Mayl (01)

message: Lan, how are you? Everyone here is great! Dex is a little lonely though... Oh yeah, I forgot to give something to you when you moved so I'll just send it to you instead...

game: Lan got: "Roll R"!!

*firstly, go to Central 2 and dig up that key*

Mega: Isn't this that spot on Mick's graffiti?

Lan: The graffiti did have a picture of a Navi digging. I wonder what's under this panel?

Mega: Let's check it out! ... What's in here!?

game: MegaMan got: "KeyData"!!

Mega: Lan, this is that KeyData Mick was talking about!!

Lan: Alright! Let's go check out CentralArea3!

Mega: OK!!

*go to Central 3 and check those statues out*

game: Long ago, there were 2 beasts with great powers on the Net... These 2 beasts were not friendly to each other, rather they fought each other again and again. They fought fiercely and greatly changed the face of the Net. People feared these 2 beasts and called them... Cybeasts... One of the Cybeasts was shaped like a great wolf... ... Cybeast Gregar. Its roar was enough to cause the whole Net to shake, and it devoured many Navis with its sharp fangs... The other Cybeast was a giant birdlike beast... ... Cybeast Falzar. With its huge wings, it scattered objects all over the Net, and with its razor-sharp claws, it shredded many programs... This is where the 2 Cybeasts' reign of terror ended -- where they fought each other to the end... The chasm in this area was born from their clash, and the bottom of this pit is known as the Underground. It is said that even now, the Cybeasts are sleeping there...

Mega: The legendary Cybeasts... Hmm... I guess they have a legend about them in this area of the Net... Sounds really interesting, huh, Lan?

Lan: Yeah, sounds like the Net's just full of these mysteries! That's so cool!

Haruka: Lan, it's time for bed!

Lan: Huh? It's already bedtime? ... Ack! OK, MegaMan. One more look around, and then we gotta jack out.

Mega: OK!

*you heard her, time for bed!*

Mega: Bedtime already?

*hit yes*

Mega: Do you want to save what happened today?

*yes*

Mega: Can I overwrite the previous data?

*yes*

Mega: OK! ... All saved! Good night, Lan!

*meanwhile, Hikari-hakase has entered the realm of the bad guy... Cain's office! (dun dun dun!)*

Hikari: Excuse me.

Cain: Welcome, Dr. Hikari. I've been waiting for you.

Hikari: It is an honor, Mayor Cain. I've heard that you are quite involved in town affairs. But school, too? Should I call you "Principal" while we are here in school?

Cain: No, no, no. I've got my hands full taking care of the Expo. I'm leaving school affairs to the Vice Principal. Ha, ha, ha, ha... So, with greetings out of the way, let's get down to business... Do you have the program with you?

Hikari: ... Yes. But, this program is not known to the general public... How do you know of its existence?

Cain: I know a person who used to work in the SciLab. He knows about this program which you made 11 years ago.

Hikari: Is that so...? Well, I only brought one part of the whole program today. It is not that I don't trust you, and while this program, in its entirety, is quite useful, there are great risks, should it fall into evil hands.

*evil hands like Cain's, perhaps!*

Cain: I see. You scientists take risks seriously. I suppose it's because the technology you make changes society, so you feel the need to guard it closely.

Hikari: Well, yes, in a way... What I meant was that even though this is only one part, I believe it is more than enough to complete the task. For example, even if Net access increased by 30 fold, this program, once installed, can fully support the network.

Cain: I see. It can greatly boost memory capacity... Dr. Hikari, let us try for the most successful Expo! Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!

*fade to black*

[DiveMan - Aquarium]

game: The next day...

*comes up on school*

Mach: ... Alright, I'm taking attendance! Tab!

Tab: Heeere!!

Mach: Alice!

Alice (random girl): Here!

Mach: Mick! ... Mick? Late again... He'll never learn to wake up on time...

game: *thud, thud, thud* I'm here, I'm here! I'm blazing down the hallway! Only 15 more feet and I'll be there! *thud, thud, thud* ... 6 more feet!

Mach: No running in the halls! ... Honestly, you'll never change. ... Hm?

*Mick comes in... followed by a penguin*

Mick: *huff, huff...* Whoo, just made it!!

Tab: Huh!?

Alice: W-Wha!?

Lan: Wh-What the!?

Mick: ... W-What!? What's everyone so surprised at?

Mach: ... Mick, what is that thing behind you?

Mick: ... Behind me?

*he turns to see penguin*

Mick: ... Ack!! What is this thing!?

Mach: You brought it here, didn't you?

Mick: I don't know nothing about this bird! ... Get away! Shoo, shoo!

*it won't go away*

Mick: ... Grr!

*still won't leave*

Mick: Argh!! What's with you!?

Mach: Looks like it's attached itself to you... Any idea why?

Mick: Why? ... Oh! now I remember! I gave it some food yesterday. What a strange pigeon!

Mach: ... Uh, Mick, that's not a pigeon -- it's a penguin!

Mick: ... Ooooh... So this is a pelican...

Mach: ... Uh, that's enough for now... That penguin seems to really like you. So for now, try to take good care of it!

Mick: What!? Why!?

Mach: Well, you can't just ditch the bird!

Mick: Y-Yeah, but... Hmph! Why me!?

*cam pans over to Lan*

Mega: There's something strange about that penguin, Lan!

Lan: ... Hmm... Maybe it IS a pelican...

Mega: L-Lan!!?

*screen fades*

game: After school... *ding, dong, ding, dong*

Lan: Ahhhh! School's finally over! ... Hm?

game: *Squawk! Squawk!*

*and there's Mick and his penguin!*

Mick: What's with you -- making a racket all of a sudden!? Argh...

Lan: That's some noise it's making. ... Maybe it's hungry?

Mick: You think it's hungry? But I don't have any more of that pigeon food!

Lan: Speaking of which, what do penguins eat? ... Hmm, maybe we should ask the Biology teacher... Tell you what, Mick, I'll find some bird food for you! You just hang tight here and watch the penguin, OK?

Mick: ... I don't really wanna owe you... but I don't wanna leave this penguin alone, either. Gotta choose... Gotta choose... Alright, you'd better find me some bird food or else!

*the biology teacher is in the lounge.*

Lan: I have something I'd like to ask...

Teacher: Yes, Yes... What is it? Hmmm... What does a penguin eat? Let me see... They would eat fish, I suppose.

Lan: I see... Fish...

Teacher: What makes you ask such a strange question?

Lan: Well, the truth is...

Teacher: You've got to feed a hungry penguin? Hmmmm.... Well, I don't have any fish you could use as food... If anyone around here would have some, it would be the Biology teacher's aide. He feeds the animals here everyday, so you should go ask him.

Lan: The Biology teacher's aide... Gotcha... Thanks!!

*the aide is in the last classroom on the sixth grade's floor.*

Aide: ...Huh? That's right! I'm the Biology teacher's aide! Something the matter?

Lan: Umm...

Aide: WHAT!? You want some fish to feed a penguin! Well, I am in charge of feeding the animals here... But I don't have any food to give to a penguin!

Lan: I guess I'm outta luck... Thanks anyways...

Aide: ...Oh, wait a second... My grandpa loves to fish! I'm sure he is even fishing today! He should be coming home around now I think... If you ask him, I bet he'd give you a fish!!

Lan: Really!?

Aide: Yeah, I don't think it'll be a problem! I'll try and get ahold of my grandpa! I'll ask him to bring some fish to the LevBus station.

Lan: Thanks! I'll head to the station right now!

*off we go. As a note, there's a kid right outside Room 1-1 making faces at the camera, and there's a female teacher in the Teacher's Lounge watching him.*

Mister: Aggggghhhh... This is no good...

Lan: What's the matter mister?

Mister: My grandkid told me to bring some fish that I caught here, but the IceBox I use for the fish is broken. I can't open the lid!

Lan: Fish huh... This has to be the man that I heard about... Alright! Mister! Could you please show me this IceBox? ...MegaMan, This has gotta be...

Mega: Yep... It's probably a virus' fault! Lan! If we delete the virus, that IceBox will go back to normal! Ready to battle?

*your choices here are OK! and Wait!. Guess which one we're going to pick?*

Lan: Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

*batoru staatou! Piranha, Puffy, and StarFish. They go down.*

Mister: Ahhh, thank you! Thanks to you, the IceBox is back to normal! But...you... ...I see, I see... Are you the youngin' looking for fish? I've heard of you. Since you helped with the IceBox, I'll give you a fish!

game: Lan got: "Fish"!!

Lan: Thanks, mister!!

*screen fades and comes back up for no apparent reason. we go to save poor old Mick. 'nother screenfade.*

game: *Squawk! Squawk!*

Lan: Alright, I brought you some tasty fish! ... Ta da!

*penguin looks over. I think it might be a rockhopper, it's got that yellow fringe on its head. LET'S CALL IT ROCKY OMG*

game: *Squawk?*

*Rocky hops, walks up to Lan, and walks back*

game: *Squawk!!* ... *chomp, chomp* *chomp, chomp, chomp*

Mick: Hey! He really likes it!

Lan: ... I still wonder where this penguin came from? You wouldn't happen to know, whould you, Mick?

Mick: I don't know... Heck, I mistook it for a pigeon...

Lan: Totally clueless...

Mega: Lan!

*Lan whips out PET*

Mega: Maybe it's time to search for our answers on the Net. Want to check out some of the BBS's? There's all sorts of stuff there, so maybe we can find a clue.

Lan: ... Yeah! We might be able to find something there!

Mick: If you wanna go to a BBS, there's one in SeasideArea1! You can get to SeasideArea from CentralArea3. I can go with you, but this penguin's gonna trip us up...

Lan: Nah, it'll be ok! Besides, you two make a good pair!

*Mick hops with fury!*

Mick: A-A good pair!? Don't be a moron! What kind of guy do you think I am!? I'm gonna get you back real good in a NetBattle one day...

*well, excuse me! I'd love to have a penguin follow me around!*

Lan: ... OK, OK. Anyway, leave the BBS searching to me!

[Blue]

*screenfade. Why does the screen have to fade every time you get into/out of a cutscene, anyway? Go to your house/wherever you like to use the internet and use the internet. If you go home, your AkiharaEmail!Program-kun has something for you*

AkiharaProg: CHECK INSIDE THE MAILBOX?

* Yes/No. Hit Yes*

subject/sender: How are you Ms. Mari (02)

message: Hello, Lan. How have you been lately? You've been doing your homework, right? And not being late either, I hope... How about your friends...? I'm sure you haven't had any trouble making new friends! Everyone here in ACDC Town is doing great! You should come visit as soon as you can! I'm looking forward to seeing you again!

subject/sender: Yo!! Dex (03)

message: Yo Lan! Been a long time!! Ever since you moved me and GutsMan have been training hard! I doubt you can beat me now!!

subject/sender Used it? Mayl (04)

message: We were talking about you at school, and Ms. Mari decided that we should all send you some email! Oh yeah... Have you been using that ChipData I sent you? I'm glad you are getting used to things...

subject/sender How are you Yai (05)

message: So, how is Cyber City as a place to live? I bet you're still Mr. Popular, even in Cyber City. I'm not sad you're gone at all, but if you start feeling lonely you should come and visit.

*as soon as you exit the HP, game beeps*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender Caution! NetPolic (04)

message: "Net Advisory" Lately, there has been a breakdown of order on the Net. We would like to report that some Navis have been attacked. Due to this, we advise exercising caution.

*continue on toward the end of Area 1. If you try to keep going:*

Mega: Lan, there's some Navi strangely fidgeting... Something must be wrong. Let's check it out...

*there is a pacing, Glyde-like Navi next to the exit*

Butler: Ahhh... What do I do? What do I do? Where did I lose it, I wonder? Oh no... Work will be upset with me now!

Mega: What's the matter?

Butler: Huh? It's nothing... It's nothing at all! I'm fine... Ahhh...

Mega: He doesn't seem fine to me...

Lan: He says he is fine, so let's just hurry up and get moving.

*In the next area over, there is a Heel Navi.*

Heel: Hey! You! You look like a tough guy! How about you test your skills? If you are able to defeat my viruses, you win. Of course, if you do, you will be rewarded! But if you lose, I'll delete you with extreme prejudice!

*say yes, of course*

Heel: Hehehehe... I'm looking forward to a fierce battle! Battle... Start!!

*beat the viruses*

Heel: Wow! I'm impressed! That battle was on absolute fire! Alright... So here is your reward!

game: MegaMan got: "SubMemry"!! The number of SubChips you can hold has increased!

Heel: That was a great battle...

*not what I thought was there. Oh, well. Moving on, we see... uh-oh, a Navi wiped out! And someone standing over him.*

Gawker: Hey! Are you OK?

*lots of help you are.*

Victim: Uhhh... I think I heard a terrible voice from back there! I'm still in shock.

*On to Area 3!*

Girl NormNavi: We came from far away to check things out. Of course we came to see this huge hole! It really leaves quite a mark! It's truly incredible!!

Guy NormNavi: Arghh! I can't see the bottom at all!! If you fell in, there's no way you could come back!! Just thinking about it gives me the chills... Wahhhh...

*going on clockwise:*

Attendant: Please hold. To pass through, you must present an AreaPass.

Mr. Prog: ABOUT THOSE ATTACKS ON NAVIS... SOME NAVI THAT RESEMBLES A CLOWN... HE HAS A STRANGE SMILE ON HIS FACE, THEN HE ATTACKS... SORRY FOR THE UNSETTLING TALK...

Statue Inscription: Long ago, there were 2 beasts with great powers on the Net... These 2 beasts were not friendly to each other, rather they fought each other again and again. They fought fiercely and greatly changed the face of the Net. People feared these 2 beasts and called them... Cybeasts... One of the Cybeasts was shaped like a great wolf... ... Cybeast Gregar. Its roar was enough to cause the whole Net to shake, and it devoured many Navis with its sharp fangs... The other Cybeast was a giant bird-like beast... ... Cybeast Falzar. With its huge wings, it scattered objects all over the Net, and with its razor-sharp claws, it shredded many programs... This is where the 2 Cybeasts' reign of terror ended -- where they fought each other to the end... The chasm in this area was born from their clash, and the bottom of this pit is known as the Underground. It is said that even now, the Cybeasts are sleeping there...

Girl Navi: Ahh, you've got something to do in SeasideArea too? This is the road that heads to SeasideArea. However, there is a leak that is blocking the road.

Mega: That's no good...

Girl: Yeah, I know. A repairman was just called... He said he'd be here right away, but there is no sign of him!

Mega: No sign of him... I bet he is somewhere close by... Shall we try and find him, Lan?

*you guessed it--it's the guy back in Area 1*

Butler/Repairman: I'm in trouble... I can't go to work without it...

Mega: Umm... Excuse me. You wouldn't be the Repair Navi would you?

Repairman: ...!! How did you know!?

Mega: I thought so! They are waiting for you to fix the leak in CentralArea3...

Repairman: Ahhh! I'm sorry I'm late! The truth is I can't seem to find my "ToolPrgm", and I really need it for work... Without it, I can't fix the leak!

Mega: Do you remember where you dropped the "ToolPrgm"?

Repairman: Well, I've been so busy these days... I've been to lots of places to make repairs. So I can't narrow it down to one place...

Mega: Well, it would be very hard for you to find it alone, so I'll help you go around to the places you visited.

Repairman: Really!? That would really help out a lot!!

Mega: Let's split up and look for the "ToolPrgm"!! Where should I look?

Repairman: Hmm... Today, I went to several homes in Central Town. I may have dropped it in a Comp at one of those homes. Do you mind checking that out for me? I will check out the other places...

Mega: Houses in Central Town! Got it!

*press R*

Lan: MegaMan, jack out?

*yes*

Lan: OK! Roger that!

*go to Lan's bathroom*

Haruka: This sure is a problem.

Lan: Mom, what's wrong?

Haruka: The toilet broke, and even though a repairman came to fix it, it just broke again!

Lan: A repairman...? Came to fix it? Is that the...

*jack in. Plunger Mettool, lol*

Mega: ... Ah!

*camera pans to give us even better look at Plunger!Mettool*

Mega: ...... Hey, Lan, don't tell me THAT'S the "ToolPrgm"?

Lan: ... I guess that's it... But what's it doing there? Well, let's delete that virus first. Mom is getting kinda embarrassed.

Mega: ... Uh, Lan, I really don't want to fight this guy... I mean, that doesn't look like a "tool" to me!! Looks more like that thing you use when the toilet is stuck!

Lan: Battle routine, set!

Mega: L-Lan!! Are you even listening...?

Lan: Battle routine, set!

Mega: ... Argh! ... Execute...

*three kinds of 'em, wow! They lose. Mettool explodes, leaving behind plunger*

Lan: Alright!

*I have about had it with these translation people! For you folks at home, IT IS NEVER ALL RIGHT TO USE 'ALRIGHT'. Thank you.*

game: MegaMan got: "ToolPrgm"!!

Mega: Lan, let's make sure the Repair Navi gets this!

Lan: OK! Time to jack out, MegaMan!

Mega: Roge...

game: RRRR!!

Mega: It's your autophone, Lan!

Human Repairman: Heeello! Repairman here! ... Ah, actually, I'm the operator of the Navi that just lost a "ToolPrgm". But, for some reason, I just can't seem to find the "ToolPrgm"... Hmm, hmm...

Lan: It's OK. We found it, Mister.

H!Repairman: R-Really!? Alright!

*GAH.*

H!Repairman: You're a real help! Now I can do some work! Do you think you can bring the "ToolPrgm" to CentralArea3?

Lan: OK, no problem! Let's go to CentralArea3 MegaMan!

Mega: Roger!

*jack in, head over*

Repairman: Oh, thank you, thank you!!

Mega: Here, this is the "ToolPrgm" you're looking for, right?

game: MegaMan gives: "ToolPrgm"!!

Repairman: Yes, yes, this is it! Ah, if I lost this, I wouldn't be able to get any work done! ... Finally, I can get to work fixing these leaky pipes!

*screen fades*

Repairman: Take this! *bloop! bloop!* Once more! *bloop! bloop!* ... OK! Finish, finito, the end!

*comes back up; no more wet patch over path!*

Repairman: Now this street is safe for all once again! Well, I'm off to my next job! ... Huh?

*earthquaaaaake!*

game: *rumble, rumble!!*

Mega: W-What's going on!?

Repairman: It'll stop soon, I think.

*sure enough, it does*

Mega: ... Wow, it really stopped!

Repairman: There's been a lot of these quakes on the Net recently. They're really very troublesome, really... Those quakes are breaking pipes here, there -- everywhere! It seems the center of the quakes is here, so be careful! OK, I'm really going to my next job now!

*he jacks out*

Mega: Net quakes? I wonder what's causing them...?

Lan: I wanna know, too, but first, the mystery of the penguin! MegaMan, head for SeasideArea1!

Mega: Roger!

*screenfade, then you can move. In SeasideArea1:*

Mr. Prog: THIS IS SEASIDEAREA1! A PERFECT AREA FOR VACATION AND LEISURE!

Girl Navi: When you stand in a huge plaza like this... It really sets you free!! Wooohooo!!!

*now you're at the BBS!*

Mega: This looks like the SeasideArea BBS, Lan!

Lan: Alright! I'm leaving you to find the info about our penguin!

Mega: Gotcha, Lan! ... Ah!

Lan: What's up? Did you find something?

Mega: ... Hmm, hmm... This battle technique looks really useful!

Lan: What!? Really!? ... Hey, wait! We're not looking for techniques!

Mega: Sorry, sorry! I got sidetracked! I'll get back on track! ... Huh? What's this...?

Lan: Did you find something?

Mega: Yeah! I'll read this post to you! "Hello webmaster. I am the Director of the Seaside Town Aquarium. One of our penguins escaped the other day, so we're asking if you spot it, to please contact the Aquarium. Thank you for your assistance." ... is what it says! This has to be about that penguin!

Lan: Yeah, sounds like it! Looks like we solved the mystery! These BBS's are great! ... So, I wonder what the Aquarium and Seaside Town in general are like?

Mega: I don't know either, but... But I think that this Net area, SeasideArea, is at the heart of Seaside Town's Net!

Lan: Yeah! Well, let's go tell Mick about the penguin! Jack out, MegaMan!

Mega: Roger!

*jack out, head to school lobby*

game: *Squawk! Squawk!*

Mick: Hey! Hey! Do something!! This penguin's been following me around! Even to the toilet!! What is this crazy bird doing...? Can't he fly off!? By the way... What happened with the BBS?

Lan: Huh...? Oh that...

Mick: ...Hmmm... So this penguin escaped from the Aquarium, huh...

Lan: Hey, have you ever been to Seaside Town?

Mick: I've been there a few times!! Did you know that each area in Cyber City is doing its own special themed experiments? For example, Central Town's is Next-Gen Net society! And Seaside Town's theme is... Ummm... I guess its theme is waterworks...

Lan: Waterworks? What's that?

Mick: It's gotta be about making something work with water...

Mick's Navi: Hey Mick...

Mick: What?

Mick's Navi: Seaside Town's theme is treating water with chemicals! They research how to keep water clean in Seaside Town!!

Mick: ...... Don't you think people who've been there would know!!

Lan: OK, then let's go there together!! If you go by yourself it's a recipe for disaster!

Mick: Fine then. You head to the LevBus station first, OK!? Walking with this slowpoke will take forever, so I'll catch up with you later...

Lan: Gotcha! In front of the LevBus station!!

*when you're there:*

Mick: Hey! Back off!

*and there's mick!*

Mick: Give me some room, will ya!? You're getting in my way!

game: *Squawk! Squawk!*

Mick: What's with that super happy face!? You're making me mad! ...You're really happy, huh?

Lan: Alright, we're finally ready to go!

Mick: Yeah, I guess. I mean, if we don't do something about this penguin, it's just gonna keep on cramping my style!

*off they go to a LevBus!*

Mick: Hey! Back off!

*and they're there! Mick and Rocky are at the fish stick stand*

Mick: Those Fish Sticks look good... And I'm hungry... Guess I'll buy some!

game: *Squawk! Squawk!*

Mick: What? You want some too? You just ate fish!

game: *Squawk! Squawk!* *Squawk! Squawk!* *Squawk! Squawk!*

Mick: OK! OK! I got it. Be quiet already! Awww... my allowance!

Kid: The waterways and fountains in this town are all linked! The tanks at the Aquarium are probably linked too! Interesting, isn't it? The heart of the town's in the water!

*Kurohige is raging at the aquarium door*

Lan: ... Hm?

Kurohige: Director!! Get out 'ere!! Explain yerself! Why'd ye fire me!? Ye don't got the right! Tsk, I was givin' the viewers an excitin' show! A littl' fire, littl' change in me face makeup, dramatic flare, matey! Ye don't know the first thin' about entertainment! Ye shouldn't 'ave fired me!!

*off he goes*

Lan: What's with him?

Mick: ... Huh? Hey, what's wrong?

Lan: What's wrong with the penguin?

Mick: It's shaking.

game: *Squeak, Squeak*

Mick: Hey, we should hurry up and get this guy inside the Aquarium!

Lan: Yeah! ... Hmm... ... What a strange building...

Mick: I bet the Aquarium's inside the whale.

Lan ... Huh? The door's locked? ... Looks like they're closed today.

Mick: CLOSED!? So we came all the way out here for nothing!?

Lan: Guess we've gotta come back tomorrow.

Mick: Hold on, hold on! By "tomorrow" ... You mean... Hey, who's gonna get stuck with this penguin until then!?

Lan: I thought that was obvious...

Mick: No way, freak! You take him!

Lan: We should ask the penguin who he wants to stay with. Right?

*Rocky is not budging.*

game: *Squawk!*

Mick: ... This is a joke...

Lan: OK, let's meet back here tomorrow morning! It's Saturday tomorrow, so we can hang out all day!

Mick: He's... He's gotta be kidding...

*talk to Mick*

Mick: Staying with the penguin overnight... Just thinking about it gives me the chills...

game: *Squawk! Squawk!*

*to Rocky*

game: *Squawk! Squawk!*

Mick: Hey, I told you to leave me alone! ...why won't this featherhead listen to me and buzz off!?

Lan: Maybe it's because you fed him that pigeon feed? I bet he was really hungry then!

Mick: That food was that good, huh? Pigeon feed...

game: *Squawk! Squawk!*

*at the LevBus stop*

Mega: Want to go to Central Town?

*yes*

Mega: Ahh! The LevBus is here!

*and we're back in Central Town! you go to bed*

Mega: Bedtime already?

(yes)

Mega: Do you want to save what happened today?

(yes)

Mega: Can I overwrite the previous data?

(yes!)

Mega: OK! ... All saved! Good night, Lan!

*screenfade. Lan is in bed*

Mega: Lan! Lan! It's morning! Wake up!

Lan: ... Ngh... No school today, right? ... Let me sleep a little more?... *mumble, mumble*...

Mega: Lan! Did you forget!? You said you'd go to the Aquarium with Mick, remember?

*aaand he's up!*

Lan: ... *yawn* Oh, yeah...

*screenfade, Lan is dressed*

Lan: ... We said we were gonna meet in front of the Aquarium. OK, let's go!

*nother screenfade*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender: Vers. Upgrd SuprtCnt (05)

message: Thank you for using the NaviCust Support Center. We are pleased to announce the long awaited upgrade to the NaviCust system. We feel that you'll love the changes we've made. Once you have loaded this NaviCustomizer into your PET, you will be able to load various things onto MegaMan. By using skillfully created programs, you can customize your Navi. We even provide some of these programs as a service to our valued customers. Finally, as a thank you to our loyal customers, we would like to give each of them a wonderful gift. We look forward to you using this great gift!

game: Lan got a Navi-Customizer and: "UnderSht"!! "Attack+1"!! "Speed+1"!! and "GiftFldr"!!

*leave e-mail*

Mega: Let's practice, Lan! Starting program!

Scientist: This is the Navi Customizer screen. The NaviNavi program "MegaMan.EXE" is now on standby... In other words, he's asleep. During standby, you can install programs, customizing MegaMan's abilities. Customization is performed on this "MemoryMap"... By installing these programs. Now, let's try installing the "UnderSht"! It allow you to survive a lethal hit. Select "UnderSht" from the top-right window and put it in the MemoryMap. However, there is an important rule you must follow! See the line in the center of the MemoryMap? It's called the "Command Line." Programs must be placed with at least one of their squares on this line. Now, then... Let's install the "UnderSht" program!

*install*

Scientist: Good! Now, let's install an "Attack+1" program! Select the program.

*do so*

Scientist: Now for the second rule. Look at the "Attack+1" program. See the square patterns? Programs like this are called "Plus Parts" and must not be placed on the Command Line. Now, then... Let's install the "Attack+1" program.

*do so*

Scientist: Now, let's finish by installing a "Speed+1" program. Select the program. *do so* Now, for the third rule. Same-colored programs cannot be placed next to each other! The "UnderSht" and the "Speed+1" you have selected are the same color. Make sure they don't touch! Install the program. *do so* Now let me tell you about "RUN"! RUN activates MegaMan.EXE. When you press RUN, he will awaken with the powers of the programs you installed on the MemoryMap. Now, then, press RUN and see! *la la* RUN is complete! Check and see how MegaMan is.

Lan: I hope he's okay... How do you feel?

Mega: ...U-Uhhh...

Lan: MegaMan? MegaMan!?

Mega: Oooh... Morning, Lan! All systems go! I feel even more powerful now!

Lan: Whew! Hey, don't scare me like that!

Scientist: Congratulations! If you get a new program, just install it the same way!

Lan: All right! I'm going to make MegaMan the best Navi ever!

Scientist: Just be sure to follow those three rules. Really, make sure! If you don't program correctly, a bug may occur. Oh, and one more thing. You can't install more than 4 colors of programs. If you install 5 or more, MegaMan will overload! You could get a bug. So pay attention. The number of colors currently installed is always shown here. Make sure it always stays in the frame.

Lan: I got it. Thanks a lot!

Scientist: If there is a bug you should be able to tell on the Emotion Window, so check it when you enter a battle! This concludes my explanation of the NaviCustomizer. Good luck!

*OH THANK GOD IT'S OVER. Off to Seaside Town!*

Mick: You're late!!

Lan: I know, I know... So how'd it go? You know... Your night with the penguin?

Mick: It was awful! He'd just run into my room!! And when I put him in the bath tub he just splashed!! But the worst part was bedtime! He cuddled up right next to me! I couldn't sleep at all!! That's why I'm so tired today!

Lan: Huh... You're like members of the same family now!

Mick: Family! What are you talking about!? I'm human! That's a penguin!

Lan: Yeah... But you're looking more like a penguin every second!

Mick: What!? How!?

Lan: You're mouth...

Mick: My mouth!?

Mega: Lan! Don't make fun of him!!

Lan: Hahaha! But it's fun! Alright, let's go inside the Aquarium!

Mick: My mouth...

*in they go*

Lan: So this is the Aquarium...

game: *Squawk!!*

Director: Oh!! P-Plata?

game: *Squawk!!*

*happy Rocky--er, Plata--and director reunion*

Director: Oh! It IS you! Plata! I've been so worried about you! Where have you been!?

game: *Squawk! Squawk!*

Director: It's OK! You don't have to be scared anymore! I've already fired that scary trainer!

*lan and mick come forward*

Director: ... And you two are?

Lan: We, uh... Well, we found this penguin, sir. And he kinda latched onto Mick.

Mick: ......

Lan: And then we saw that post on the SeasideArea BBS.

Director: Is that right? Well, thank you very much, boys! ... Hmm, how odd. Plata here, well, he's not fond of people. He usually doesn't take a liking to strangers... But I guess he really likes you two! Allow me to show you my appreciation! You two can enjoy this aquarium free of charge today!

Lan: Really!?

Director: Yes, of course! I hope you two will enjoy yourselves! ... Well, then, I think it's time you went back to your pen, Plata. When you boys are ready to go home, let me know, OK? I'm sure Plata would like to see you off as well! I'll see you later, boys. OK, Plata, let's go...

*Plata and Director exit*

Lan: Awesome! We're gonna have loads of fun!

Mick: ... He... ... His name was Plata, huh...

Lan: Mick... Hey, which we're here, we should check everything out!

Mick: ...Yeah...

*screenfade, you're back in control. I suppose 'check everything out' means 'examine all the exhibits', so let's do that*

game: There is a recording playing. "They say, "Slow and steady wins the race", and the turtle is no stranger to being steady. This animal has quite a long life span!"

*I'm not going to say 'There is a recording playing' every time, because I have a feeling it'll keep coming up*

game: "Tropical fish, like their name suggest, live in warm water. They like their water around 26 degrees Celsius."

*But for some reason, it didn't say anything about recordings here...*

game: The nautilus is not a new kid on the block. Fossil records show that these animals have been on this planet since hundreds of millions of years ago!

game: This is a king crab. Even though it's called a king, it's actually closer to a hermit crab. Maybe it thinks too highly of itself!

game: The clione is a mollusk also known as a "sea angel". They're floating to and fro with their strange shape.

game: The jellyfish are happily puff-puffing around the tank, but sometimes, the half-transparent animals just float around.

Girl: Hey, did ya hear? No matter where you get stung by a jellyfish... IT HURTS!! Trust me... I know!

*We're back to recordings*

game: "The tropical fish in this tank are called "angelfish". They are a favorite here because they are very friendly."

game: "Sunfish are found in warm waters, such as the tropics. They say the reason why sunfish are so regionalized is because their tails have become too short."

*man, they look scaaaary.*

Fry Guy: ...Hehehehe... He sure is makin' a funny face!! You can never beat a Sunfish in a staring contest!! Never!

game: "Piranhas have very sharp and pointed triangular teeth. Sometimes, a school will eat a whole cow or sheep that happens to fall into their river!"

*no recording*

game: You can see the dolphins underwater from here. Their beauty makes it easy to lose track of time.

*yes recording*

game: "There are 300 to 400 kinds of sharks in the world. "Shark fin soup" is a famous food that really has sharks' fins in it!"

game: "Dolphins are in actuality, related to whales. Dolphins are less than 12 feet long, while anything over that is considered a whale."

game: "Penguins are birds, however, their wings have become useless for flying, and act more like fins. It's possible they used to fly a very long time ago."

game: "The elephant seal has the largest body of all seals. It's name comes the fact that when male elephant seals trumpet from their noses, they sound like elephants."

game: "The alligator is a reptile that lives on land and in water. It mostly lives in warm to tropical areas."

Lan: Wow! There are all sorts of things that live in the water! I could stare at them all day!

game: *ding, dong, ding, doooong*

Lan: Oh, an announcement!

game: Attention all visitors. The Dolphin and Seal's Show will begin shortly. We hope to see you there!

Lan: Sounds like there's a show! It might be fun! Let's check it out!

*in you go.*

Announcer Lady: Welcome to the Dolphin and Seal's Show! First, let's bring out our favorite elephant seal, Fanny!

*Fanny bounces a ball on her head*

game: *aur! aur! aur!*

Lan: Ooooh!

Announcer: At 12 feet tall, and weighing in at 2 tons, Fanny loves playing with her ball even more than her food!

*screen goes black*

Announcer: Next, let's put our hands together for Finny, the dolphin!

*announcer rides Finny*

Announcer: Finny is our most popular attraction, and he loves to swim around with a person on his back!

Mick: That's cool...

Boy: ... Hey, grandpa! This show is totally different from last time, huh?

Grandpa: Sure is, sonny. It was much more of a mess last time. Come to think of it, the trainer's different, too... That last trainer had the dolphin jump through a fire ring, and the seal lifting weights! What an odd fella he was. I guess that's why he was fired.

Announcer: ... And now, let's have someone come and take a ride on Finny's back! Hmm... How about you with the bandana? Would you like to try?

Lan: Eh? ME!? Really!?

*screen goes black*

Announcer: There you go!

Lan: W-Whoa! Wah! Being on his back...!

*and now Lan's riding Finny!*

Lan: Whoa! It's so cool!! Mick! You seeing this!?

Mick: It's not that cool! It's embarrassing!

*screen goes black*

Announcer: ... And this concludes our show! I hope you had a good time! Come back again!

*lan and mick are allll alooone in the viewing area*

Mick: It's about time to go home!

Lan: OK, let's go tell the Director and we can go see Plata and...

Mick: No, I wanna leave right now.

Lan: What? Don't you want to say goodbye to Plata?

*mick faces away*

Mick: ... Let's just hurry up and get out of here!

Lan: You... You're afraid you're gonna be sad to say goodbye to Plata?

*m jumps back around!*

Mick: I'm not a weakling! Who do you think you're talking to!? I'm the guy who's gonna crush you in a NetBattle!...

Lan: I know, I know! You don't have to keep on reminding me! OK, OK, let's go home.

*screenfade, end cutscene. head on out. before you can, though...*

Mick: ??

Kurohige: ... Har, har. ... How was the show, mateys? I was watchin' from the shadows... That wasn't entertainment! I'll show 'em what real entertainment is! ... Har, har.

*lan walks back in*

Lan: Mick! What's up?

Mick: Ah, nothing!

*lan and mick leave. just before you get to the flying bus station:*

Lan: ... You really OK with not saying bye to Plata?

Mick: Stop already! I don't need to say some special goodbye...

Woman: Eeeeek!

*dude, there're piranhas in the water!*

Woman: O-Oh no!! There are piranhas in the fountain!

*clearly, this game and I are of the same mind.*

Boy: Aaaaah!!

*sharks around the Aquarium!*

Boy: Sh-Sharks!!

*we can see that.*

Man: This is terrible!! The Aquarium's tanks and cages just all unlocked themselves, and all the fish and animals have escaped! The Aquarium is connected to the town's water system! Ah, everyone stay away from the water!

Lan: This is bad! That aquarium had alligators, too, remember? If they escape into town...

Mick: ... The penguin... Is he alright?...

Lan: Eh?

Mick: ... I'm going to go check it out!

*and he's off, shoving aside lan!*

Lan: Hey! W-Wait up! It's too dangerous to go by yourself!

*and when have you ever listened to that advice, lan?*

Mega: Lan! Lan, we should go back to the Aquarium, too! This wasn't an accident -- I'm sure someone caused this!

Lan: Yeah, I know. Let's go. We've gotta catch up with Mick!

*screenfade, player back in control. which shall be called 'end cutscene' from now on. back inside the aquarium, there are things like penguins and--oh look a turtle!*

Game: When a turtle comes out of the water, it looks like a rock...

*yep. Back where the penguin cage was...*

Lan: ... Ah!!

*mick is protecting the penguins from an alligator with a broom!*

Lan: Mick!! What are you doing!? Get outta there!!

Mick: You idiot! If I don't do this... who's gonna protect these penguins, huh!? Wooooah!

Lan: Mick...you... Darn it! I have to do something!

Director: Heeey!!

*oh dang, he's trapped in the alligator cage!*

Director: Whaaa!!

Lan: Mr.Director!

Director: Oh, oh, it's you -- the boy who brought Plata back, right...?

Lan: What happened!?

Director: Just what it looks like! The locks unlocked themselves! Something must have happened in the control room... It's backstage. The main computer in that room controls everything in this aquarium! Of course that includes all the cage and tank locks. But it's dangerous here! Please, save yourself!

Lan: How can I help? There's gotta be a way to fix this!

Director: There is one way... First, you must normalize the main computer. Then, using the main computer, broadcast the "Feeding Time" chime at top volume. The fish and animals here are trained to return to their tanks and cages when they hear that. If you do that, then maybe, just maybe...

Lan: I understand! First, I've gotta find some way to fix the main computer. Hang on Mick! You too, penguins! I'm gonna find a way to fix this soon!

*end cutscene. The woman behind the desk is gone, so you can go back there. Fanny is blocking the way to the control room*

Lan: Ah! I can see a door over there!! I bet that's the entrance to the Control Room! ...But that seal, It doesn't look like it's going to move. So we can't keep going! We don't have time for this! What should we do?

Mega: Lan! Remember the show! That Trainer... What did she say? "Fanny the Elephant seal loves..."

*dude, what is with the random capitalization going down here?*

Lan: "...playing with a ball more than food!" So we should try to find a ball for her to play with! Let's hurry up and find one! They used one in the show. It must be around here...

*end cutscene is now shortened to ec. go over to the pool and there is a bc screenfade!*

Lan: Ah!!

*the ball is at the BOTTOM OF THE TANK. with the POISONOUS JELLYFISH. well, shoot.*

Lan: There it is! There's the seal's favorite ball! ... OK! I'm going to go get it...

Mega: Wait, Lan!

Lan: What's wrong, MegaMan? Why are you stopping me?

Mega: The tank is full of jellyfish! And jellyfish are poisonous! If you get stung in a tank this deep, you'll drown!

Lan: That doesn't matter right now! While we're talking about this, Mick and the others...

Mega: Calm down, Lan!! Slow down and think rationally about this! Now, how can we swim through the water and not get stung?

Lan: ... Without getting stung?... Is there a way?

*ec; head on in and down the stairs and there is a bc screenfade!*

Lan: ... Hm!?

*OH DANG it's Iris.*

Lan: That girl... Why is she here?

*Iris walks away and disappears behind crustacean tank no.1. And then she's suddenly at tank no.3 and walking away.*

Lan: Huh? Wha-? She was just...here?

*now she's walking out the door*

Lan: Hey!! Wait up, you!!

*lan skates after her to the Aquarium front doors*

Lan: *huff, huff...* Not here... Where did she go? Oh, well. Better go back...

*he walks toward the door*

Lan: Ah!!

*Iris on a roof!*

Lan: Wh-What is she doing there...!? Hey!! You!! What are you doing up there!?

*she points to the player's left*

Lan: Huh? What? Is she... pointing at something!? She's telling me to go over there?...

game: *chomp!!!* *chomp!!!*

*Lan is distracted by the piranhas jumping out of the water. When he looks up, Iris is gone*

Lan: Huh!? No way... She just... disappeared... Just who is that girl...?

*ec; like the hater player is, head to the left and bc!*

Lan: Why is there a CopyBot here? And isn't this the one from school...?

Mega: Lan! This is it!

Lan: What do you mean, MegaMan?

Mega: If you transfer me into this CopyBot, then it doesn't matter if I get stung, and I can swim freely! We can get the seal's ball this way!

Lan: You're right! This is the answer! ... That mysterious girl... Did she come to help us out...?

*ec*

Lan: MegaMan, wanna jump into the CopyBot?

*hit yes, mega jumps*

Mega: Transfer complete!!

*there's an ec for some reason, even though we had no bc. Odd. As a funny aside, the woman and the boy near where the Copyroid is jump in sync with each other. Anyway, head on down and get the ball*

game: MegaMan got: "Toy"!!

*bc*

Lan: MegaMan!

*Lan has joined the poolside party!*

Mega: Lan!

Lan: Looks like you got it. How do you feel?

Mega: I'm OK. This CopyBot's battery is almost out though...

Lan: Gotcha. Transfer back to the PET, then.

*he does*

Lan: Alright! Now, with the ball MegaMan got, I'll move that seal out of the way!

*ec, head over, bc*

Lan: Um... This seal's name is...uh... Fanny, I think... Hey, Fanny! Look over here! It's your favorite ball!

game: ... *aur?*

Lan: Ooh! She responded!

*O_o*

Lan: OK, Fanny, I'm gonna roll this ball over here. If you want it, you're gonna have to go get it!

*the ball magically appears in front of Lan. It's over half his size. Are you expecting me to believe he crammed that in his backpack?*

Lan: Look!

*he kicks it! away it goes! Lan clears a path!*

game: ... *aur!!* *aur! aur! aur!*

*look at Fanny GO!*

Lan: Alright!! We did it! Now we can keep on going! The control room is beyond this door. We've gotta hurry! Mick and the others are in danger!

*ec. get in there. bc*

game: Gahaha! More fun than a barrel of sea monkeys!

Lan: Who's there!?

*OMG, it's Kurohige on a dolphin! How'd he get up there? Can he even get down?*

Kurohige: ... Ladies and gentlemen! Welcome to Capt'n Blackbeard's Show of Wild Mayhem!

*well, he's going to stay Kurohige because that's shorter, it's what I've been calling him, and his beard is gray, not black*

Kurohige: ...in case ye didn't know! Gahahaha!! Aren't ye havin' fun, matey?

Lan: ... I remember now! You're that weird, loud guy that was yelling something about being fired in front of the Aquarium yesterday! Why are you doing this!?

Kurohige: ... What's that ye say, boy? Did I just 'ear, "Why're ye doin' this?"

*he hops in rage! Don't fall, Kurohige!*

Kurohige: Don't say such stupid thin's! Yer the same as that quack Director -- findin' faults with me show! But I like ye, so ye'd better listen good! Why am I doin' this? Well, that's 'cause, ye see... this aquarium's borin' as a grounded ship!! I'm puttin' some wind back in 'er sail! Sharks and alligators on the rampage! People runnin' for their lives! Isn't me show the best show in history, matey!? Gahahaha!!!

Lan: W-What is he talking about!? Best show!? His show is why Mick and the others are in danger! It's no use talking with a guy this selfish! If I can just...!

Kurohige: Har, har. What's this? Ye weren't thinkin' of jackin' in to this here computer, were ye, boy? Gahaha! That's rich! Better give up, boy! I've got me Navi, DiveMan, in this computer! Yer Navi's no match for mine!

Lan: We'll see about that! Let's go, MegaMan! Jack in, MegaMan! Execute!

*I love the aquarium computer music. :D*

Lan: You've gotta normalize this main computer, MegaMan! If you can do that, we should be able to use this computer to broadcast the "Feeding Time" chime. Let's do this!

Mega: Roger!!

*if you go up to the door*

game: "THIS DOOR IS CLOSED DUE TO THE CURRENT EMERGENCY"

Mr. Prog: OWWWW! OWWWW! OWWW! OWWW! OWWW!

Mega: Relax! What's the matter!

Prog: IT'S AWFUL! I WAS SHOCKED TO SEE A NAVI BREAK IN, AND THEN A FISHPRGM CAME OUT OF THE TANK!! I TRIED TO ESCAPE THROUGH THE EMERGENCY EXIT, BUT THE PATH WAS BLOCKED!! THAT'S WHEN I BEGAN TO PANIC!!

Mega: Is there any way to make you calm down?

Prog: ...I GUESS IF WE RETURN THE FISHPRGM TO THE TANK... BUT HOW DO WE SEND THEM BACK...? I SEEM TO HAVE FORGOTTEN "WHAT FISH I AM!?" SINCE EVERY FISH HAS ITS OWN TANK, WE'D HAVE TO PUT THEM BACK IN THE RIGHT TANK...

Mega: So we have to guess which is the right tank...?

Lan: MegaMan! Even though he doesn't remember, fish are fish, right? I bet there are hints to where the fish go if we look around the Aquarium! If you want a hint about where the fish go, press the L Button to call me! I'll help you out, OK?

Mega: OK!

Prog: THERE IS ONE MORE THING I HAVE TO TELL YOU... IF A FISHPRGM GETS KNOCKED INTO A WATERWAY, A SHARK VIRUS WILL ATTACK IT. IF ATTACKED BY A SHARK VIRUS, A FISHPRGM WILL BE CARRIED OFF TO SOMEWHERE ELSE. SO BE CAREFUL OF THE SHARK VIRUSES!

Mega: Gotcha! Leave that up to me! ...Let's start looking for some FishPrgms!!

FishPrgm: WHAT AM I AGAIN...? HMM... I KNOW I DON'T LIKE COLD WATER...

Mega: Bring this Program?

*yes; it tags along, and sharks pop up. Bring it over*

game: It's labeled: "Tropical Fish CompTank"

FishPrgm: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*yes*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*screen goes white!*

game: A TROPICAL FISH! BLOOP, BLOOP!

*ec*

FishPrgm: MAN, I WISH I KNEW WHAT I WAS... ALL I REMEMBER IS EATING A WHOLE COW ONCE...

Mega: Bring this Program?

*yes*

game: It's labeled: "Piranha CompTank"

FishPrgm: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*yep*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*white screen*

game: A PIRANHA! MAN, I CAN'T BELIEVE I FORGOT!

*ec*

FishPrgm: I CAN'T REMEMBER... WHAT I AM... BUT, I DO REMEMBER HAVING A STUBBY TAIL...

Mega: Bring this Program?

*y*

game: It's labeled: "Sunfish CompTank*

FishPrgm: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*Y*

game: OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*white*

game: A SUNFISH! YES, THAT'S ME!

*the door is gone! moving along!*

FishPrgm: MY MEMORY IS A BIT FUZZY... BUT I'M SURE I'M STEADY AS A ROCK.

Mega: Bring this Program?

*y*

game: It's labeled: "Turtle CompTank*

FishPrgm: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*Y*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*white*

game: A TURTLE! AH, MY MEMORY IS SLOWLY COMING BACK.

*ec*

FishPrgm: AH, MONSIEUR! I CAN NOT REMEMBER... IN MY MEMORY, I SEE SOMETHING FROM LONG AGO...

Mega: Bring this Program?

*y*

game: It's labeled: "Nautilus CompTank*

FishPrgm: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*Y*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*white*

game: A NAUTILUS! OUI, OUI!

*ec*

game: HMM, I SEEM TO HAVE FORGOTTEN WHAT I AM, BUT... I REMEMBER SOME NOBODY SAID I'M A BIT SNOBBY. HOW RUDE!

Mega: Bring this Program?

*y*

game: It's labeled: "KingCrab CompTank*

FishPrgm: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*Y*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*white*

game: A KING CRAB! THANK YOU FOR HELPING, PEASANT.

*the door be gone*

game: I CAN FLY HIGH IN THE SKY! REALLY!!

Mega: Bring this Program?

*y*

game: It's labeled: "Penguin CompTank*

FishPrgm: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*Y*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*white*

game: A PENGUIN! A PENGUIN, I SAY! ... OH, THAT MEANS I CAN'T REALLY FLY IN THE SKY, HUH? *BLUSH*

*ec*

game: IT'S STRANGE THAT I'D FORGET, BUT... HMM, THE ONE THING I DO REMEMBER IS... ... MY NOSE??

Mega: Bring this Program?

*y*

game: It's labeled: "Elephant Seal CompTank*

FishPrgm: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*Y*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*white*

game: AN ELEPHANT SEAL! AND ELEPHANTS NEVER FORGET... HMPH!

*ec*

game: I'M A WHALE... I GOT THAT WRONG, DIDN'T I...?

Mega: Bring this Program?

*y*

game: It's labeled: "Dolphin CompTank*

FishPrgm: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*Y*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*white*

game: A DOLPHIN! *SQUEEK!* ... GUESS I'M NOT A WHALE, TEE, HEE!

*ec*

game: I DON'T REMEMBER MUCH, YOU KNOW... BUT I REMEMBER MY LIZARD FRIENDS, LIKE SNAP...

Mega: Bring this Program?

*y*

game: It's labeled: "Alligator CompTank*

FishPrgm: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*Y*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*white*

game: OH, SNAP, AN ALLIGATOR! I'M A REPTILE, SO THAT'S WHY LIZARDS DIG ME!

*we're done. Copy/paste is my best friend after that...*

Mega: ... W-What's that? A submarine?

game: I've spotted the enemy straight ahead, Capt'n. Starting emergency ascent now. Awooga!

*omg, he's huge!*

Mega: Whoa! It's a Navi!

DiveMan: I am DiveMan. Awooga! And I am Capt'n Blackbeard's Navi. Awooga!

Mega: So you're the one causing problems in this Comp! Well, I'm here to make things right again!

DiveMan: Request denied! Awooga! You don't have the proper clearance. Awooga!

Kurohige: DiveMan! Don't let 'em ruin me show! Show 'em the ocean's fury!

DiveMan: Roger, Capt'n! Awooga!

Mega: Here he comes, Lan!

Lan: Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!

DiveMan: Target locked. Engaging the enemy. Awooga!

*beat him and he starts exploding*

DiveMan: I'm s-sinking... ... I'm sorry, C-Capt'n. Awooga...

*kaboom!*

Lan: Great job, MegaMan! Now, play the "Feeding Time" chime as loud as you can!

Mega: Got it! Let's see... This should do it!

game: *bring, bring, bring, bring, bring!!*

*back in reality...*

Lan: Alright! The Aquarium's back to normal! Did you see that, Blackbeard!? ... Ahh!!

*nobody there!*

Lan: He... He's gone! Where did he...?

game: Wh-What the heck do you want!? Waaah!!

Lan: That was Mick! Don't tell me... N-No!!

*ec. Get after Kurohige! bc!*

Lan: Mick!

Mick: Sorry, I let my guard down...

Kurohige: Hey, shut yer trap!

Mick: Ugh...!

Lan: S-Stop it!

Kurohige: Heh! I wouldn't get any closer if ye care 'bout yer friend 'ere, boy.

Lan: That's low!

Kurohige: Say whatever ye want, boy! Yer no saint yerself! Ye come 'ere, messin' up me show! I was goin' to take over this town's waterworks, and stop the water in all of Cyber City, but ye 'ad to come and mess it all up!

Lan: Let Mick go!

Kurohige: Don't get any closer! I didn't come 'ere to fail, boy! I had to ask some favors of the "organization" for me show. But yer ruinin' my standin' with "'em". Ye get me? So ye better listen real good, boy! Open all the cages and tanks again. NOW!

Lan: Standing with the "organization"? What are you talking about!?

Kurohige: None of ye business! If ye don't hurry, ye know what'll...

Mick: Ugh!!

Lan: M-Mick! Darn it! If I don't...! ... Huh?

*it's a ball!*

Kurohige: What's this...?

*omg, it's Plata, his homies, and their tricked out elephant seal ride*

game: *aur, aur, aur!*

Kurohige: Gyeeeeh!

game: Thuuud!

Kurohige: Gwaaaaah!

*and he's down!*

Kurohige: ... Nngh...

Lan: ... Y-You did it! You did it! Great job, Plata!

game: *Squawk!!*

Mick: Y-You... D-Did you... come to save me...?

game: *Squawk!! Squawk!!*

Lan: Yeah! Plata came to save you, Mick! That was awesome, Plata!

Mick: Ha, ha, ha... You stupid bird...

*fade to black*

game: After that, we turned Captain Blackbeard in to the NetPolice. What he had said about an "organization" sounded suspicious, but we'll let the NetPolice handle it. As for us, we helped clean up the huge mess at the Aquarium. And that whole time... Plata... He never left Mick's side.

*now, they're at the bus stop*

Director: I really want to thank you boys again for everything. I'm sure you know by now, but... That Captain Blackbeard fellow was once the animal trainer for the show here. But he wasn't very good to the animals... Plata here probably ran away because he was afraid of him. And that's why I fired him. But I never thought that he would seek revenge like this. I'm sorry I dragged you boys into this mess.

Lan: Well, no one was badly hurt, so I'd say it's OK now. ... Alright, we should get going now.

Director: They boys are going home now, Plata. Be a good penguin and let go of Mick!

game: *Squawk!!*

Lan: Uh... He's never gonna let go, is he...?

Director: That's a bit of a problem, isn't it...?

Mick: ... Hey, Lan.

Lan: What?

Mick: Get ready to run.

Lan: Wha-?

Mick: What the!? That's Captain Blackbeard over there! He's escaped already!!?

game: *Squawk!!?*

*plata runs for it*

game: *Squaaaaaaawk!*

*or something like that. I really hate when they just blow through a window of text to the next window, it messes this up. Anyway, Plata runs for it. There's a fat kid with fries standing across from them.*

Kid: ... Hm? What's going on?

*and Plata's all alone with the Director.*

game: *Squawk?*

*aw, he's looking around for Mick.*

game: *Squawk? Squawk?*

Director: They've gone home, Plata.

game: *Squaaaawk!?* *Squaawk! Squaawk!* *Squaawk! Squaawk!* *Squaawk! Squaawk!*

*meanwhile in Central Town...*

Lan: ... Are you really OK? We left kinda...

Mick: Yeah. It was the only way... It's not like I want him following me around forever...

Lan: Mick... You don't have to act tough in front of me... Are you really not sad at all...?

Mick: Don't talk to me like that! I'm not some weakling. I'm the guy who's gonna crush you in a NetBattle someday! So... ... So... ... I can't be s...

Lan: ...... Hey, Mick, let's go again sometime! We can go to the Aquarium and visit Plata on our next day off!

Mick ... Guess you're right. It's a pain to get there... but it'll be worth it!

*fade to black*

game: Meanwhile...

Heel Navi: I've received some new information... It seems Captain Blackbeard and his Navi, DiveMan, have failed in their attack on Seaside Town.

Boss: ... It doesn't matter. It was just some crazy stunt he wanted to pull. A simple sideshow, so to speak... Tell me about the other unit members.

Heel: ... Yes, boss. In order to revive "those things", Yuika is currently out gathering NaviEnergy. She's laying low now due to NetPolice activity. But once they're gone, we'll get all we need... Yuika will be able to revive and control "them" for sure.

Boss: I see... Yuika's Navi's body has been customized by the good Doctor. It might be possible to absorb "them" as well... Tell Yuika to press on no matter what happens...

Heel: Yes, boss!

*ec. Head home.*

Hikari: Huh? You went to the Aquarium? Tell me all about it during dinner!

Haruka: Ahhh! Welcome back! Tonight's dinner is Cashew Chicken!! It's really good! I think you will love it!!

*and then...*

Mega: Bedtime already?

*y*

Mega: Do you want to save what happened today?

*y*

Mega: Can I overwrite the previous data?

*y, already!*

Mega: OK! ... All saved! Good night, Lan!

[AquaMan - Class 1]

*aaaand begin cutscene*

game: *huff, huff...* *huff, huff...*

*lights up! It's Mega!*

Mega: *huff, huff...* *huff, huff...* *huff, huff...* *huff, huff...*

game: *rooooar!!*

*Mega turns to face what's coming...*

Mega: ... *gasp!!*

*It's Gregar!*

game: *screeeech!!*

*And Falzar!*

Mega: ...!!

game: *rooooooar!!* *screeeeech!!*

*MEGA'S BEEN HIT OH NOES!*

Mega: Aaaaaaah!! ... H-Help me, Lan... Lan... L-La...

Lan: Ahh... MegaMan... MegaMan!!

game: ...n ... Lan... Lan...

Mach: Mr. Lan Hikari!!

game: *slam!!*

*lights up in the classroom. Haha, busted*

Lan: ... MegaMan! ... Huh? ... M-Mr. Mach...!?

Mach: Had a bad nightmare? Well, it's safe now! By the way, Lan, you want to join the class again sometime and study English!?

Lan: *gulp!!*

Mach: Hmm, your punishment for sleeping in my thrilling class will be you, after school, writing 30 vocabulary words... 100 times each!! When you are done, you will bring me your notebook. I will be waiting for it in the Teachers' Room. You won't be going home until you are done. Is that clear?

*burrrrrned.*

Lan: Yes, Mr. Mach...

Kid: *whisper, whisper...*

Mick: ... Moron.

Tab: ... Owww!

Lan: You shoulda woken me up, MegaMan!

Mega: Believe me, I tried! But you just wouldn't wake up!

Lan: Hmph...

*blackout*

game: *ding, dong, ding, dong* And so, after school...

Lan: Finally... Thirty words, 100 times each... that's 3000 words... I feel like my arm's gonna fall off.

Mega: Good job, Lan! OK, let's go show your notebook to Mr. Mach!

Lan: ... Yeah. Phew!! My neck is all stiff!

*ec. When Lan leaves, he gets an email!*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender: Hello! Director (06)

message: Hello. This is the Director of the Seaside Aquarium. Thank you very much for the other day. I didn't get the chance to thank you properly... So to say thanks, I wanted to send you something special! I call it the "TagChip system"! It is what it sounds like... It lets you tag up 2 chips! For instance, you can tag Sword with AreaGrab. Then, when Sword appears on the Custom Screen during battle, so will AreaGrab!! This lets you make combos even easier! Let me tell you how to set up a TagChip. Go to the Folder edit screen and press SELECT. This will take you to the TagChip selection screen. On that screen you can select the 2 chips to tag up... However, the chips that you can tag much add up to less than 60MB. Remember this limit! You should definitely master this system! ...Oh yeah... Plata is anxious to see his two friends. Don't forget to stop by the Aquarium!!

game: Lan got: "TagChip"!!

*go down the hall, talk to people*

Mr. Quiz: Who called Mr. Quiz?? Who called Mr. Quiz?? It's OK to say!! It's OK to play!! Hey Hey! Ho Ho! Quiz Power!! It's time to go!! Do you know who I am? I am the ace of the Cyber Academy Quiz Team... The oft-rumored Mr. Quiz!! There is no one who can rival me at this school! Care to try a Quiz Battle with me?

*hit 'Try it!'*

Mr. Quiz: Alright... Time for question 1! What can't you grab with your left hand?

*your left hand, duh*

Mr. Quiz: CORRECT!! Next up is question number 2! What does a Mettaur always have?

*pickaxe!*

Mr. Quiz: CORRECT!! Alright, this one's a bit harder! Question 3. Which one of these fish might chase a mouse?

*catfish*

Mr. Quiz: CORRECT!! Good job! Time for question 4. What walks on 4 legs, then 2 legs, then 3 legs?

*oh my god, I've been hearing that one since I was like six. A human*

Mr. Quiz: CORRECT!! Final question! What is the color of the tulips in Cyber Academy Class 1-2.

*yellow!*

Mr. Quiz (aw, shoot, I went past this one too fast. *headdesk* It said something like): DING! DING! That's correct!

*now I know for sure*

Mr. Quiz: I... lost... The ace of the Quiz Team... Oh well... Time to hand over the crown... Huh! You don't want it? ...Well, then, take this instead...

game: Lan got: "QuizBook"!!

Mr. Quiz: You've got talent! You should join the Quiz Team!

*okay, now head downstairs*

Kid: Lan! Are you done with the writing assignment? Just don't get caught napping, OK?

*and into the foyer*

Teacher Dude: Everyone be careful on your way home!

Kid: I'm gonna practice the technique I learned today on a virus!

Fat Kid: I'm huunnngrrry! I want to go home nooooooooow!

Kid: Hold on... Just a second!

*btw, you can jack into the montior they're standing next to. Anyway, into the Teachers' Room. bc*

Mach: Oh!! You really put a lot of effort into this!! I've been waiting to see how you'd do! I hope you've learned there's no sleeping in class!

Lan: Yes, Mr. Mach...

Mach: Good. I'm glad you understand. You know, people make mistakes all the time. But we've gotta keep moving forward! Wahahahaha!!

game: U-Um... Hello...

Mach: Oh, perfect timing! Why don't you come on over here!

*It's Shuuko!*

Mach: So, you're the new student teacher! Nice to meet you!

Shuuko: My name is Shuko. It's a pleasure to be working with you!

*O_o okay, so without two 'u's.*

Mach: Same here, Ms. Shuko!

Lan: Ah! Shuko!

Shuko: Oh, hello Lan! I didn't expect to see you here!

Lan: That's what I was gonna say! Why are you here, Shuko?

Shuko: This school sponsors research into a system that allows any Navi to use the power of water, and I wanted to join in. Well, that's not all... I want to be a virus busting teacher who uses water power.

Lan: You want to be a teacher!? Really!? I would've never guessed...

Shuko: I wasn't really sure myself... but the pay is pretty good, so...

Lan: O-Oh, I see...

Mach: You two know each other?

Shuko: Lan really helped me out one time. ... Oh, before I forget! Lan, do you think you can take a look at my class?

Lan: You want me to!?

Shuko: Yeah! I'm sure with you there, it'll be a good practice run!

Lan: Practice run...? ... Uh, when?

Shuko: Umm... Are you free after this, Lan?

Lan: I'm free, but...

Shuko: OK, then! I'll be in that room over there, so come on by later, OK?

Mach: Oh, look at the time! I've got to get going now. My daughter whines at me if I'm even a second late!

*away he goes.*

Shuko: OK, I'll se you later, Lan!

*away she goes.*

Lan: Shuko has really changed...

Mega: She's got a more positive aura now.

game: *clunk, crash!!*

Shuko: That huuurt... Who's brilliant idea was it to put a chair there!?

Lan: I take that back... She's still the same Shuko.

Shuko: Umm... Gotta look on the bright side at a time like this! Ouch, ouch, ouch...

Lan: I'm a little uneasy about Shuko being a teacher, but a class about busting viruses using water sounds really interesting!

Mega: Looks like today's a good day for studying, huh, Lan? Ha, ha, ha!

Lan: Yeah, and I'm ready to learn! Let's go get my stuff from the classroom first!

*ec. Go into Shuko's lab and talk to her*

Shuko: Hmm? You're not all packed up to go home yet, right?

*okay, so that's what I get for starting a new scripting session at that point. Go to the classroom, then. Hey, it's Iris checkin' out the fish! bc, natch!*

Lan: Y-You're...

Iris: Ah...

Lan: Are you a student here?

Iris: ......

Lan: ... Ah, I almost forgot! Thanks for the other day! You know, for pointing out that CopyBot to me.

Iris: .........

Lan: But what was a CopyBot doing there anyway, I wonder? So, do you like fish? You were looking at them that day, too.

Iris: ... F-Fish... to take them out of the water... It's wrong.

Lan: .........

Iris: Fish belong in the sea. Can they really live on land...?

Lan: ......

Iris: ... I-I'm Iris.

Lan: Iris, huh... I'm...

Iris: L-Lan, right...? Thank you for saving me that time...

Lan: Wow, you remember! I'm glad you remember me! So what were you saying just now about the fish...?

Iris: N-Nothing...

Lan: Sorry, I'm asking a lot of questions, but which class are you in? You're not in this class, are you?

Iris: I... I'm...

*Lan's PET goes off!*

game: RRRRRR!!

Mega: It's your autophone, Lan!

*he gets his PET out*

Shuko: Lan, are you going to come here soon?

Lan: Ah, sorry, Shuko! Be right there!!

*he puts the PET away, turns back to Iris*

Lan: Sorry, but I've gotta go! Let's talk some more next time!

Iris: *nod*

Lan: See you later!

*ec. If you talk to Iris again:*

Iris: ...Goodbye.

*head back down to Shuko's classroom. The only person you'll run into is a teacher dude:*

Teacher Dude: Don't hang around here too long!

*to Shuko! bc!*

Shuko: Thank you for coming, Lan! I want to teach you about the power of water, and about how to use water in your NetBattles. Oh, by the way, do you know about the CrossSystem, Lan?

Lan: CrossSystem...? ... Uh, nope.

Shuko: The CrossSystem is something that was recently developed. It's a new technology that allows one Navi to use another Navi's skills. To put it simply, with this system, MegaMan can use SpoutMan's various water powers!

Lan: Hey, that's pretty neat!

Shuko: Yes, but to get another Navi's skills, and make them your own, you have to learn some basic knowledge and techniques first.

Lan: So, this class we're having is for me to learn the basics!?

Shuko: Right! You're a smart cookie!

Lan: Hey, you almost sound like a real teacher!

Shuko: Ehehehe, don't say that! You're making me blush...

Lan: Yo, Ms. Shuko!!

Shuko: Aww, come on, I'm serious! No more teasing! Let's start our lesson, OK?

Lan: OK!

Shuko: OK, I'm gonna have you operate SpoutMan to teach you how to use water in battle. Now, please step over to this computer and say hi to SpoutMan. ... Oh! I almost forgot! Here, take this!

game: Lan got: "SchPCode"!!

Shuko: OK, now we're ready! Please go to that computer over there!

*ec. Go over to the computer and hit A. The screen goes white*

Spout: Lan! Good to see you, drip!

Lan: You too, SpoutMan!

Shuko: OK, now Lan, please operate SpoutMan and go to the Aquarium HP in SeasideArea.

Lan: The Aquarium HP? What am I gonna learn at the Aquarium?

Shuko: Um, nothing really... I kinda have this part-time job there. I just thought since you're going that way... Heheh!

Lan: S-Since I... What!? What's that gotta do with teaching me!?

Shuko: *sniffle*... I've gotta take on so many part-time jobs to make money, or else I can't pay my brothers' tuition costs!!

Lan: I-I'm sorry... If I take SpoutMan to the Aquarium HP, it'll be OK, right? But what should I do once I get there?

Shuko: One of the staff's Navis should be there somewhere. Just find that Navi and you should be OK. Now let's get going! I'll be waiting for you at the Aquarium!

Lan: Ah! Heh? W-Wait a sec, Shuko!! ... She ran off... Well, I guess I don't really have a choice... Ready to go to the Aquarium HP, SpoutMan?

SpoutMan: Let's go, drip!!

*ec. along the way:*

Mr. Prog: I AM THE PROGRAM IN THIS COMPUTER. THIS COMPUTER IS PACKED WITH RESEARCH DATA! THANKS TO THAT, I TOO HAVE BECOME QUITE INTELLIGENT! THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING THAT I CAN'T FIGURE OUT MYSELF!!

*when you reach the security cube:*

game: SpoutMan used: "SchPCode"!!

*away it goes! you can talk to stuff along the way:*

Girl Navi: Yay! Awww... You are SOOO cute!! Can I take you home... No!? Awwwwwwww....

Mr. Prog: HELLO! WELCOME TO ANOTHER PEACEFUL DAY IN CENTRALAREA2!

NormNavi: Hmmm... I'm really thirsty... ...*gulp*

Red NormNavi: Well, I'm done shopping... Now what should I do?

Mr. Prog: WELCOME!! THIS IS CENTRALAREA3!! IT'S FREEZING! HEY! YOU SPRAYED ME WITH WATER!

Mr. Prog: WELCOME TO SEASIDEAREA1! ALOHA!!

NormNavi: You like to cry don't you? I can tell just by looking at you! ...Huh? You're not a crier? Don't tell me that... Your eyes are watery!!

*open the door to SeasideArea2:*

game: PLEASE PRESENT ME WITH PROOF THAT YOU HAVE CAPTURED ALL THE FISH IN THIS AREA FOR ME TO OPEN THIS DOOR. ...... "TrnArrw1" CONFIRMED.

*and voila!*

Mr: Prog: WELCOME TO SEASIDEAREA2! GO HAVE A LOOK AROUND!!

game: TOLL TO GO THROUGH: 100 ZENNY

*pay*

game: THANK YOU FOR YOUR PAYMENT.

*if you try to go through the next door:*

game: IF YOU WISH TO PROCEED, YOU WILL NEED STRENGTH. I WILL NOW PUT YOUR STRENGTH TO THE TEST. ARE YOU READY?

*Y*

game: BATTLE START!

*beat some viruses*

game: PLEASE, PASS ON THROUGH.

*there goes the door*

Mr. Prog: HI! WELCOME TO SEASIDEAREA3!

*you know I don't know where I'm going, right? Right*

Navi: You look suspicious! ...Or maybe not...

*oh look, another door*

game: YOU NEED THE "SeaSdKey" TO OPEN THIS DOOR.

*we don't seem to have that. After consulting my good friend Gamefaqs, I found out that I missed Aquarium HP. Back in Area2...*

Navi Guy: This is a really dynamic area don't you think? A perfect place for our first date!

Navi Girl: It's like a dream...

*same couple, talk to the girl first*

Navi Girl: This is a great area...

Navi Guy: Just listen... You can hear the waves!

Navi Girl: No way!!

*and if you accidentally slide down the moving panels like me, there's an official*

Official: I've been so busy with patrols, looking at those two on a date, I couldn't be more jealous! It's so unfair...

*now we're in Aquarium HP!*

Mr. Prog: WELCOME TO THE AQUARIUM HP! THE ANIMAL LOVING DIRECTOR OF THIS AQUARIUM IS IN CHARGE HERE! ALTHOUGH, HE HAS GOTTEN A LITTLE FAT LATELY!

*bc*

Official Navi: Well if it isn't SpoutMan! Shuko's checked in already. So what are you doin' here?

Spout: I'm a teacher today, drip!

Official Navi: Ha, ha, ha, ha! You, a teacher!?

*rumble rumble!*

Official Navi: Whooooa!!

*screen goes white... and everything's underwater!*

Official: *glub, blub, blub!!*

*he logs out*

Shuko: Ack!! What am I gonna do!? I accidentally opened the cyber-water valve too far! Are you there, SpoutMan!?

Spout: I'm here, drip!

Shuko: I've done it again!! I'm sorry, Lan! I washed all the fish data out into the cyberwater!

Lan: What!?

Shuko: I've gotta stop the cyberwater! I'm really sorry, but can you help me gather all the fish data that's been washed out onto the Net?

Lan: Eh? Me!?

Shuko: That data's really important to the Aquarium! If I lose them, I'm toast! And if that happens, my brothers and I... *sniffle...*

Lan: Ack! OK, OK, I understand!! Don't worry, I'll go get that fish data for you!

Shuko: Really!? Thank you! You are my family's savior!

Lan: Alright, let's go, SpoutMan!!

Spout: Roger, drip!!

*ec. When you leave the HP*

Spout: It's up to you, Lan, drip! The fish data are mostly swimming up overhead, drip. We can't catch them if we stay down here and walk, drip. There's a whirlpool somewhere in each area, drip. I can use the whirlpool to swim higher up, drip. So if you see a whirlpool, put me right in the middle, and from there, I'll swim as hard as I can, drip! But I get very tired the more I swim, drip. So keep an eye on my health gauge in the top right, drip! If that gauge runs out, it means that I'm so tired, I might faint, drip. Before that happens, go back to the whirlpool to let me back down, drip! If you do that, I will regain my strength, drip! Oh, to catch the fish data, all I gotta do is touch them, drip. I'm gonna scoop them all up, drip! Let's go, drip!

*ec. After five fish*

Lan: Looks like we got all the fish data in this area.

Spout: Drip, drip, drip!! Get me down from here, and let's push forward, drip!

*after the fish in Area3*

Lan: Looks like we got all the fish data in this area.

Spout: Alright, drip! Get me down from here, and let's push forward, drip!

*after the fish in Area1*

Lan: Looks like we got all the fish data in this area.

Spout: Alright, drip!! Get me down from here, and let's push forward, drip!

Lan: Alright! Let's head back to the Aquarium HP!

Spout: Roger, drip!

*back at Aquarium HP; bc*

Official Navi: *blub, blub...* *gasp...* Oh, SpoutMan...*gasp* You've gathered all the fish data *blub* I finally *glub* fixed that valve she broke...*blub, blub* The water should go down very soon *blub, blub, blub...*

*screen goes white! No more water!*

Shuko: Lan, SpoutMan, you guys really saved me! The water's draining out now, and you got the fish data back! Everything should be OK again!

Director: ... Ahem, Shuko... ... Sorry, but you're fired as of today!

Shuko: Huh? Whaaaat!?

Director: What do you mean, "Whaaaat!?" You flood the Net, you nearly lose our crucial fish data... at this rate, you're going to completely ruin this aquarium!

Shuko: ... I'm really sorry!! ... I've really caused a lot of problems... I guess I can't be a teacher and have a part-time job. Well then, I'll devote myself to being a teacher! OK, Lan, let's proceed to your final exam! Jack out and wait for me! I'll be there soon!

Lan: Shuko has really become a cheery person, huh...? Alright, jack out, SpoutMan!

Spout: Roger, drip!

*he jacks out. Back with Lan*

Shuko: Lan, let's start the test!

Lan: What? All I did was operate SpoutMan and catch some fish... It's not like we did anything classwork-like, so why the test all of a sudden?

Shuko: What are you talking about? Finding the fish WAS the classwork!

Lan: Re... Really...?

Shuko: Yes! Using SpoutMan was to get you to understand the soul of water!

Lan: ...Really?

Shuko: Of course! You should understand the soul of water by now!

Lan: I guess so...?

Shuko: OK then! Let's see how much you learned in class! How about a battle against SpoutMan while I operate? Show me just how much you've learned through this fight!

Lan: It's a NetBattle...?

Shuko: Yep, a NetBattle. Are you ready!?

*y!*

Shuko: Let's see if you've got a soul of water! Battle Start!!

*beat Spout*

[Blue]

Shuko: That was pretty cool, Lan! In battles, you need to be able to flow with the current, but you also need to have the strength of a storm at sea! But it looks like I didn't have to teach you that after all! Alright! This ends your final exam! You pass! From now on, SpoutMan will be one of your LinkNavis!

game: SpoutMan became Lan's LinkNavi!

Lan: Yeah!!...... Uh, Shuko, what's a LinkNavi?

Shuko: Um... Well, to put it simply... you understand SpoutMan about as well as MegaMan now, so you can feel free to operate SpoutMan any time you want!

Lan: I can operate SpoutMan? Any time?

Shuko: Yup... You've earned the right. Because of my class, you've learned how to operate SpoutMan, and the basics of how to control water. Actually, you also learned one more thing... Because you've learned how to control water, SpoutMan's skills should have found a nice home inside MegaMan as SpoutCross!!

Lan: MegaMan's got SpoutMan's skills? Can I really learn that kind of power? 'Cause I don't feel any different...

Shuko: ... Yeah, and that's why maybe you should try it for yourself!

Lan: ... Um, I guess I'd like to see what kind of power...

Shuko: Well then, let's give it a try!

Lan: OK! You ready, MegaMan?

Mega: Yeah, I'm all set!

Shuko: OK! Ready... Set... Go!!

*battle screen up!*

Shuko: When you activate a Cross, you can use a linked Navi's power. Activating once lets you stay linked during a battle. Here's how to Cross: During ChipSelect on the Custom Screen, press Up on the +Control Pad. This'll take you to the CrossSelect Screen. Then link up. Go ahead and give it a try yourself!

*do so*

Shuko: OK. That's how you activate a Cross. Let's try a battle. With SpoutCross, a charged shot will cause a BubbleShot to expand out and hit an enemy. Charging an Aqua Chip that does not dim the screen will increase its attack two fold. Also, using a Aqua Chip will also earn a small HP recovery.

*fight*

Shuko: Do you think you have this down now? Activating a Cross will give you the power of that Navi, but in return, you must pay attention to a few things. In addition to 2x damage from element attacks you are weak towards, you will also lose your link with the Cross Navi. For example, SpoutCross is weak versus Elec attacks. No matter what Cross you use, be aware of its weaknesses.

*back to reality*

Shuko: Do you think you understand the CrossSystem? Now you've gotta learn from fighting real battles! Um... Oh, and if you wanna use SpoutMan, feel free to operate him from that computer anytime, OK?

Lan: OK! Thank you, Ms. Shuko!

Shuko: Make sure you use the SpoutCross wisely, Lan!

*ec. leave school*

Lan: Look at all those people... Wonder what's up? Isn't that Tab and Mick? Let's go ask them!!

*the screen goes dark and comes back up. Now Lan is with Mick*

Lan: Yo, Mick, Tab! What's going on?

Mick: Looks like that chick's doing some sorta promotion.

Tab: Looks like you're just in time!

Lan: Huh, sounds kinda interesting...

Yuika: Hello Central Town! And how is everyone doing today? I'm pleased to announce that at this time tomorrow, we will be holding a special CompuDancing Jamboree in CentralArea3 to celebrate the opening of the Expo. We're going to be giving away great gifts and prizes! So tell all your friends! The more the merrier!

Lan: A CompuDancing Jamboree... Sounds kinda interesting...

Mick: Wanna check it out if you've got time?

Lan: Yeah, sure!

Mick: Tomorrow, huh? As long as you don't get detention again!

Lan: Hey! Today was a fluke!

Tab: Um... Tomorrow... My family's chip shop is reopening today. I have to work, so I can't go... But even though I can't go, I hope you'll come to my store to stock up on chips!

Mick: Ah... I'll come and buy a few chips, so, uh, don't worry...

Tab: Uh, huh...

Mick: OK, I'll see you this time tomorrow in CentralArea3!

Lan: Roger!

Mick: Alright! See you! Hey, Tab, let's get outta here!

Tab: If you want, you can come visit my store after this! Bye!

*they leave*

Lan: Guess we should be heading home, too...

Yuika: I hope to see you all there! Tee, hee!!

*there's Iris in front of the school!*

Iris: .........

*ec. PET rings*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender: SpoutCross Shuko (07)

message: I'm going to explain SpoutCross... When SpoutCross is activated, Aqua chip attacks that do not dim the screen do 2x damage when powered up! Another bonus is using Aqua chips will restore small amounts of health. The drawback is that Elec attacks will inflict 2x damage against you. Strength and grace. That's SpoutCross. Enjoy using it.

*if you talk to your mom*

Haruka: Welcome home... But aren't you a little late? ...You didn't get detention did you?

*gulp. If you check your Akihara mail now, you've got some*

AkiharaProg: CHECK INSIDE THE MAILBOX?

*of course*

subject/sender: Yo! Dex (06)

message: HEY! I heard that there are lots of events for the Expo being held all around Cyber City... Man! I wish I lived in a cool place like that! I hope they have a cool even here in ACDC Town!

*okay, now go to bed*

Mega: Bedtime already?

*yes*

Mega: Do you want to save what happened today?

*mm-hm*

Mega: Can I overwrite the previous data?

*yes, already!*

Mega: OK! ... All saved! Good night, Lan!

[CircusMan - Awakening the Cybeasts]

*screenfade. We are now in front of the Cybeast statues. There's an Official Navi in front of them. A NormNavi walks up to the Official*

Norm: Reporting in, sir! CentralArea1, 2, and 3 are all clear!

Official: Hmm... Didn't that Navi incident happen here a few days ago...?

Norm: Ah, yes, sir. We day patrol officers took care of it, though...

Official: Hmm... That may be true, but it's too quiet around here... It's times like these when...

Norm: You're over-thinking the situation, sir...

*official looks at the statues*

Official: Yeah... As long as this isn't the calm before the storm...

*screenfade. We're back in Lan's room.*

Lan: Time to head out to that CompuDancing Festival!

Mega: Uh, don't you mean the CompuDancing Jamboree, Lan?

Lan: Oh, yeah. OK, let's get going to the Jamboree!!

*he walks over and plugs in*

Lan: Jack in, Megaman! Execute!

*heads to the doorway*

Lan: What is it, Mom!?

Haruka: You have a guest! Hurry up and come downstairs!

Lan: A guest...? Who could it be...?

*ec. Go downstairs and talk to Haruka*

Lan: Mom, there's a guest...?

Haruka: Oh, she was here just a second ago...

Lan: Huh!? She left?

Haruka: Yes... She should still be closeby though.

Lan: Who was it anyways?

Haruka: Well... It was a cute girl with two big hairclips. She looked kind of sad...

Lan: I bet it was Iris!

Haruka: Is she your friend?

Lan: Yeah...

Haruka: Did you have some kind of plans with her? You should try to find her.

Lan: OK...

*whoa, no ec! I'm amazed! Anyway, Iris is in the park. Now we have a bc*

Lan: What's wrong, Iris? I'm a bit shocked 'cause I didn't think you'd ever want to talk to me about something. So, what's up?

Iris: ......

Lan: I promised I'd meet my friends on the Net right now... Hey, I know! You wanna come hang out with us on the Net?

Iris: ......... ...... You mustn't.

Lan: Mustn't...? ... What??

Iris: Y-You mustn't go on the Net now... I have a bad feeling about that event...

Lan: Bad... feeling...?

game: RRRRRR!!

Mega: It's your autophone, Lan! It's from Mick!

Lan: Mick! Sorry, sorry! I know I'm making you wait!

Mick: Whatever. CentralArea3 is kicking, so hurry up! ... Hey, something's going on onstage!

*screenfade. We are now in CentralArea3; CircusMan is on the Cybeast platform*

Mick's Navi: Looks like something's about to start!

Yuika: Welcome, everyone!! CircusMan, start dancing!

CircusMan: Ahoo, hoo, hoo! Let's d-d-d-dance!

*he dances*

NormNavi: Whoo! That dance looks like fun!

Butler Navi: That dance is so strange, but it's pulling me along!

Girl Navi: It's wonderful... I feel like my heart's being sucked in!

Mick's Navi: Wow... It's like I don't even have to use any energy!

Mick: Ha, ha. Don't have to use energy? You're just faking. Do you even know how to dance!? Hey, hear that, Lan? Hurry up! There's a Navi dance going on! You two are missing all the fun!

Lan: Really? Now that's something I'd like to see!

Mick: You won't make it if you don't hurry... ... Hm!? What in the!? Why is your HP dropping!?

Mick's Navi: M-Mick... My... strength...

*the Navis drop. Glowing spheres come out of them*

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*he eats them!*

Mick: W-What's going on!? Hey, answer me!!

Lan: What's wrong, Mick!? What happened...?

game: *zssssss...hssss*

Yuika: CircusMan, begin the operation! The seal is only going to be down for a little while. Give "them" those energy balls, and "they" will arise!

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*he floats over the ko'd Navis to the crater and starts to glow*

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*and he barfs them into the crater. Gross.*

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*rumble time*

Yuika: Th... They're rising!!

Mick: W-What's rising...!?

*super rumble time!*

Circus: Wake up!! Cybeasts!!

*flash, flash-flash, poof! Cybeasts appear*

Yuika: They're here... Cybeast Gregar... Cybeast Falzar... Tee, hee! Can't move very well when you just get up, can you? Hmm... If we want to capture these two, it has to be now. CircusMan!! Activate the program and show me just how much you can carry!

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*he opens up doors on his stomach*

Circus: Mmph...!! What power...! I'm getting sucked in...!

Yuika: What are you doing!? Put some back into it! Dealing with wild animals is your specialty!!

Circus: Nnnngh... Ahoo, hoo, hoooooo!! FULL POWER!!

*circus sucks in Gregar*

Circus: ... *huff, huff, huff, huff...* O-One more...

game: Freeze!!

*lots of Official Navis!*

Official: We thought you might realize it wasn't just a legend, but...

Circus: *huff, huff...* NetPolice... Patrolling around the Net... battle specialists, huh...? Annoying pests showed up after all.

*another NetPolice Navi is where the ko'd Navis used to be*

NetPolice: Sir, we've managed to jack out all the Navis who fainted.

Official: What do you intend to do with the Cybeasts, scum!?

Yuika: Hmph, what lousy timing... CircusMan's strength is limited... If we escape now, we'll lose the other Cybeast... And fighting this many NetPolice would be really bad...

game: *screeeeech...*

Yuika: Not good!!

*circus turns to see falzar*

Circus: Eek!!

*he jacks out. The screen goes white, and all the NetPolicemen are ko'd. Zoom back to Falzar, and now back to Lan and Iris!*

Lan: Sounds like something really bad happened on the Net! ... MegaMan!

Mega: Right!

Lan: Mick's Navi... No, the entire Net is in trouble! I've gotta go!

Iris: ... But...

Lan: I know it's dangerous! But my friend's in trouble. Thanks for the concern, but I have to go!

*whips out his PET*

Lan: Let's go, MegaMan!

Mega: OK!

*ec. When you enter your house, you get an email*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender: Caution NetPolic (08)

message: This is the Net Police. There has been an incident on the Net. As the situation is dangerous, we advise you not to jack in. Those who are now jacked in should jack out now.

*pfft.*

Lan: Jack in, Megaman! Execute!!

*leave the HP*

Mega: W-What...?

*the webs are dark! People are passed out all over!*

Lan: What in the world happened...!?

Mega: I don't know, but... we've gotta keep going. Let's go, Lan!!

Lan: OK! ... But just what is waiting for us in CentralArea3...?

*ec. If you try talking to anyone:*

Navi: ......

game: No reaction...

*head for Area3. It's very shaky in there. In front of Falzar*

Mega: This... This is...

Lan: This animal's the same as that statue! It's a Cybeast!

Mega: What fierce power... I feel like I'm about to be crushed even though he's just standing there!

Lan: No way... That wasn't just a legend...? But if the legend's true, then the Net's gonna be in chaos!

Mega: Let's go, Lan!

Lan: OK, leave it to me! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Exe...!!

game: *screeeeech!!*

*whiteout!*

Mega: Aaaaaah!!

*mega goes flying back*

Lan: MegaMan!! Are you OK, MegaMan!?

Mega: U-Ugh...

Lan: W-What power...

game: *screeech...*

Lan: Jack out, MegaMan!!

Mega: U-Ungh...

*he jacks out*

game: *screeeech...*

Lan: How in the world are we going to beat a Cybeast...

*ec, whiteout-style. Talk to Yuu*

Lan: Da... DAD...

Yuu: What's the matter, Lan?

Lan: I want to know how to destroy a Cybeast!!

Yuu: Lan... You... Did you see a Cybeast...?

Lan: ...Yes.

Yuu: ...Lan! This situation is too big for you! The NetPolice are already on the case! You and MegaMan don't have to worry about it... Leave dealing with the Cybeasts up to the adults. Don't even think of getting close to a Cybeast!

Lan: Dad...

Yuu: I'm sorry Lan... You have to understand how dangerous Cybeasts are... Just listen to your Dad this time and be a good boy, OK?

Lan: ......

*shoot. I thought for sure that was going to work. Oh, well. Iris is nowhere to be seen, too. >_> And according to GameFaqs... you're just supposed to go back upstairs. I never would've done that. >_<*

Lan: ... How are we supposed to beat a Cybeast...? We can't just let him run free forever...

Mega: ... Shhh, Lan!

Lan: What's up?

Mega: I can hear something...

game: ... Ah, but that method... -ny way we ...do!?

Lan: It's Dad!!

*he goes to the doorway*

Lan: He's talking with another scientist... .........

Yuu: If the research data stored by the Cyber City scientists is correct, there were two Cybeasts hidden in that Net area. Now, if we were to re-seal them, we would need a container of massive capacity equal to that of that Net area. ... What did you say!? The Cybeast... in a Navi's body!? That's impossible!! If a Navi sealed a Cybeast within itself, and then forcibly installed it... that Navi would explode from being over capacity! ... Well, if it were possible, that Navi would have to have an extremely large memory bank. ... Wait, extremely large memory... No, it's not possible! ... In any case, we must quickly create our own base camp! Yes, I will check in later. Yes, good bye.

Haruka: ... Honey, what happened on the Net?

Yuu: Hmm... It seems that the person responsible, built "that program" into the software of the Navi that was seen at the site. ......... The program I created 12 years ago so that I could install Hub's DNA data into MegaMan... the memory expansion program, "ExaMem"...

Haruka: Didn't you give that program to the mayor the other day...?

Yuu: No, the version I gave him had a tough protection program written in, so that even if it fell into the wrong hands, they couldn't do anything with it. Also, I changed it so that it would only run on a Net server. No Navi would be able to install it. But let's say that a Navi with a very large memory bank does somehow exist, and it was able to successfully install a Cybeast, before long, that Navi's body and mind would become corrupted... and be deleted. The Navi behind today's incident may also... ... Anyway, we don't currently have any good strategies...

Lan: Dad's trying to do something, too... ... There must be some way...

Mega: ... Lan, let's go on the Net. Even if we don't have a good strategy right now, we've gotta try to confine the Cybeast and limit the damage as much as possible!

Lan: But even if we want to face the Cybeast, without a strate--

Mega: Now's not the time to think like that! Please, jack me in, and let's head for CentralArea3!

Lan: ... OK, I understand. We're in a race against time! But promise me you won't take on more than you can handle! If it looks bad, get out as fast as you can!

Mega: Yeah, I will! Lan, jack me in! Hurry!

*do so*

Lan: Jack in! MegaMan, Execute!!

*there is an Official right outside Lan's HP*

Official: *Huff Huff*...

Mega: Who, who are you?

Offical: I'm a NetPolice officer. I came to check the area where the Cybeast appeared, but, along with the Cybeast, Evil Spirits and ghosts came up and are blocking the road! I can't keep going! Uggghhhhh!!

Mega: You OK!?

Official: The power of the Cybeast must be affecting me... I can feel pain all over... But... But... I have to keep going... I have to stop the Cybeast...

Mega: ...I'll go!

Official: No!! You'll get deleted for sure!!

Mega: No... I'll be OK! Let me go after them!!

Offical: You... ...OK. Hmmm... I wonder... I can see the strength in your eyes... I think you can do something about the Cybeast... You... This... They are weapons to defeat the Evil Spirits on the road. SoulKnife, SoulSword, SoulAxe, and SoulGun. Install these into your body...

game: "SoulWeapons" have been installed inside MegaMan.

Official: The weapons that were just installed each have different attack ranges. Look at the Evil Spirits and then choose which weapon to use. Press the A Button, and then use the +Control Pad to select a weapon. There are 3 types of EvilSpirits... When an EvilSpirit is hit with an attack, they will turn blue, yellow, or red. When an EvilSpirit is red, another hit will defeat it. If you attack an EvilSpirit from the rear, it will finish it off regardless of its color! If you don't defeat the EvilSpirit with an attack, you will get hit by counter attacks from nearby EvilSpirits. Good luck...

*no, that's not a typo. It really does go from "Evil Spirits" to "EvilSpirits" within the same paragraph. Razz Anyway, we come up on our first EvilSpirit soon enough. Like Official said, you hit A, select a weapon, and then it confirms that choice like so:*

Mega: Attack with the SoulKnife?

*yes*

Mega: Hah!

*attack!*

Mega: Alright!! I beat the EvilSpirit!

*it says the same thing every time, except with different weapons. Once they're all gone:*

Mega: Look, Lan! The darkness that was blocking the way has disappeared!!

game: The remaining SoulWeapons turned into BugFrags!! MegaMan got: 1 BugFrags!!

*on to the next area. There's another Official to steal from:*

Official: Unnggghhh...

Mega: Aren't you a member of the NetPolice?

Official: Uh-huh... You... How did you... get here...?

Mega: I got the SoulWeapons in CentralArea1. You can leave the Cybeast to me!

Official: I heard that it's on it's way to the SeasideArea... You've got to stop it quickly... Take my SoulWeapons...

Mega: ...OK!!

game: "SoulWeapons" have been installed inside MegaMan.

Official: You can do it... Good luck...

*and from there it's the same thing as the first time. On to Area3. Another Official... though they're really NetPolice, I should start calling them that...*

NetPoliceman: Unnggghhh...

Mega: You're a member of the NetPolice...

NP: That's correct...

Mega: Please... Leave the Cybeast to me.

NP: OK... But if you don't hurry, it will get to SeasideArea! If it gets to SeasideArea... It could pollute the water system for the real world! If the Cybeast does that, it'd be an awful blow to the human world... Here... take my SoulWeapons...

Mega: ...OK!!

game: "SoulWeapons" have been installed inside MegaMan.

Official: Please... stop... the Cybeast...

*and beat this area to confront Falzar.*

game: *screeeech...*

Lan: It managed to get all the way over here... OK, MegaMan, we're gonna try for a long-range attack!! If you get too close, you might end up like before! ... What's wrong, MegaMan? Get further back!

Mega: .........

Lan: ... MegaMan? What's going on!? Hurry up and back...

Mega: Remember how Dad said... that the program he wrote, ExaMem, is within me...

Lan: W-Wait a sec... You're not...

Mega: I'm going to seal the Cybeast in my body.

Lan: W-What are you saying!? You said you wouldn't do anything risky! Please, don't!

Mega: The Cybeast doesn't have a set body yet, so it's weak. Now is the only chance we have to seal it up somehow!

Lan: No, MegaMan!

game: RRRRR!!

Yuu: Wait, MegaMan!! No, I mean Hub... My son... I didn't install the ExaMem program into you so you could do something like this!

Lan: Dad!!

Yuu: In theory, yes, with your memory capacity, it is possible to absorb the Cybeast into yourself, but... but then what!? I don't think I could bare to lose you again...

Lan: That's right, Hub! If you were gone, I... I...

Mega: Lan, Dad... ... Thank you. Thank you for your kind words, for giving me a chance to live, even just as a Navi, to have a real family... I can never express how much you all mean to me...

Lan: M-MegaMan...

game: *screeeeeech...*

Mega: ... Good bye, Lan.

*he raises his arms and begins to glow*

Mega: Beginning Cybeast Installation!

*some of Falzar is absorbed*

Mega: A-Aaaah!!!

Lan: Hub!!

Mega: Aaah...!!

Yuu: No! Please! Stop!

Mega: U-Unngh...!!

game: *screeeeeech!!*

Mega: Aaaaaaaah!!

*Falzer comes closer...*

Lan: MegaMaaaaan!!

Mega: L...an...

*and it's in! Mega passes out*

Lan: MegaMan! MegaMan!!

Mega: ... I... did it... ... Lan...

game: ... *thud*

Lan: MegaMan... MegaMan!!

*screenfade, now we're in Lan's HP*

Lan: MegaMan... Please wake up...

Mega: Nnngh... A-Aaah!!

*bzzt*

Mega: Uaaaaaaaah!! Aaaaaah!! Aaaaaah!! Kwaaaaaaaaaah!!

*the bzzting stops*

Lan: MegaMan!! MegaMan!!

Yuu: The Cybeast is reacting violently within his body. Even though he's held on for this long, if things continue like this, I'm afraid that soon...

Lan: Dad...

Yuu: I never thought you two would listen in on my conversations.

Lan: Dad, punish me all you want later, but please save MegaMan!

Yuu: ... I'm sorry, but there's nothing I can do right now... The Cybeast's power is too strong... If I make a mistake while analyzing his program, he might... be deleted...

Lan: N-No... But if we don't do anything, MegaMan will...

Yuu: I'm sorry, Lan...

game: *beep beep!*

Lan: Mail...? It's from Iris. "In SeasideArea3 on the Net, "HealWatr", a kind of cyberwater that rejuvenates a Navi, gushes forth... If you use it, maybe you can weaken the Cybeast..." "Healing Water"!? (... But how did Iris...?) Argh, right now, that doesn't matter...! Dad, maybe there is a way!! I'm going to go to SeasideArea3!!

Yuu: Wait, Lan! A dark atmosphere, born from the Cybeasts' rebirth is spreading throughout the Net, and evil, spiteful programs are causing chaos! Also, how will you get to SeasideArea3 without a Navi?

Lan: ... It's OK, I have an idea. Please take care of MegaMan for me, Dad!! ...OK, I'm going! (Hang on, MegaMan!)

*end cutscene*

game: You've got some mail...

subject/sender: Are you OK? Mick (10)

message: My Navi is fine. Is yours OK?

subject/sender: EvrythngOK? Tab (11)

message: I sense a great disturbance in the Net... Lan, are you OK?

*O_o so now Tab's psychic. Talk to Shuko*

Shuko: What is it, MegaMan? Lan! Use SpoutMan!! SpoutMan is your LinkNavi! You should try him!

*oh, wait, you're supposed to talk to the computer, that's right*

Lan: Please help me, SpoutMan! I'm counting on you!

*and now we're in control of Spout! CentralArea's fine, but not Seaside... Talk to the NetPoliceman*

NP: You... Continuing on is really... dangerous... EvilSpirits are flying all over... If you really want to keep going... take this... I can't use this anymore...

game: "SoulWeapons" have been installed inside SpoutMan.

NP: Take... care...

*now it goes something like this:*

Spout: Attack with the SoulSword, drip?

*yes*

Spout: Driiiip!!

Spout: I did it, drip! I beat the EvilSpirit, drip!

*and when they're all gone, it returns to normal and Spout says this:*

Spout: Lan! Look, drip! The darkness has gone away, drip!!

game: The remaining SoulWeapons turned into BugFrags!! SpoutMan got: 1 BugFrags!!

*next area, next NP*

NP: H-Here... Take these...

game: "SoulWeapons" have been installed inside SpoutMan.

NP: Get rid... of the... EvilSpirits...

*clean house, move on, talk to NP... who is still standing, wow*

NP: Are you looking for "HealWatr"? If you are, it's flowing from the giant faucet at the very back of this area... But the EvilSpirits might interfere... And I have nothing left... I can't fight back... ...Will you... take care of the EvilSpirits...? Good... Take these and use them...

game: "SoulWeapons" have been installed inside SpoutMan.

NP: Take care of yourself...

*beat the spirits, clear the path... and now to get that water!*

Spout: Ooh, so this is "HealWatr", drip!

*takes some*

Spout: Mmm... drip! This is wonderful water! MegaMan will get better with this, drip!

game: SpoutMan got: "HealWatr"!!

Spout: Ooh, I better hurry back to MegaMan, drip!

game: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!! Ah, I thought you'd come here!

Spout: W-Who's there... drip?

Circus: We have this little plan, you see, and it would be a little problematic if MegaMan were to live to play another day.

Lan: W-What's with this guy!?

Circus: The Cybeasts' power is ours and ours alone!

Lan: Then, that means... you're the one that...

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo! We have a winner!! And for your prize, you get to leave the water right here! Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

Spout: This water's for MegaMan, drip! I can't lose, drip!

*battle--oh, wait, it's just viruses.*

Circus: ... The show's not over!! I'll remember this!!

*he jacks out*

Spout: I've gotta hurry back to MegaMan, drip!

*ec, return to Lan's HP*

Spout: Drink this, MegaMan, drip.

game: SpoutMan used: "HealWatr"!!

Mega: N-Ngggh...

*bzzt*

Mega: Gnaaaaaaa!!!

Lan: MegaMan!!

Yuu: The Cybeast is rejecting the "HealWatr"! Fight, MegaMan! Don't let the Cybeast win!

Mega: Aaaaaaah!!!

Lan: MegaMan!!

*whiteout*

Spout: D-Driiip...!?

Beast Out Mega: *screeeeeeeech!*

*another of those ones that go right past without waiting for you. I hate those.*

Spout: That's... not MegaMan... drip.

Yuu: No!! The Cybeast has taken over MegaMan's body!! SpoutMan! Hurry and get out of there!

Spout: I-I'm going to bring MegaMan back to his senses, drip! Hang on, MegaMan, drip!

Beast Out Mega: *screeeeeeeech!*

Spout: I won't lose! Aaaaaaaah!!... Drip!

*boom! Spout is sparking*

Beast Out Mega: *screeeeech...*

*Mega returns to normal*

Mega: ... What... ...did I...??

*he passes out*

Spout: MegaMan... you're... OK... drip...

*he jacks out*

Lan: MegaMan!!

Yuu: It's OK. He just fainted. He used up a lot of energy just now. The Cybeast's effect on him is most likely weakening... But... to nearly delete SpoutMan in one shot--what power...

Lan: Dad, is SpoutMan...?

Yuu: He jacked out just in time, so I think he'll be OK.

Lan: Yeah...

Yuu: More pressing is MegaMan's situation... Whenever the Cybeast awakens, there is the possibility that it may take MegaMan over... If it were to completely take control... I... Even if I did everything I could, I may have no choice... but to delete him!

Lan: I... But...

Yuu: I know how you feel, Lan... But the Cybeasts are a threat to human society. On the other hand, if MegaMan can control the Cybeast, he would control a terrific power. In any case, we only have a limited amount of time... ... I'm sorry, Lan. I wish I could do something for him... Forgive me...

Lan: ... MegaMan...

*screenfade*

game: After MegaMan drank the Healing Water, Lan never left his side for even a blink. That was 10 hours ago. And, now, it's sunrise...

Yuu: Lan... How... is MegaMan?

*lights up in Lan's room*

Yuu: L-Lan...

Lan: Dad...

Yuu: ... How is...

Lan: ... He did it. He... beat the Cybeast. He's finally sleeping peacefully... I'm kinda sleepy now...

game: *wobble*

Yuu: You both... ...did great. Now, get some sleep, son...

*screenfade, now Lan is in bed*

Lan: ... Nngh...? Huh? When did I get into bed? ... Ah! MegaMan!!

*screenfade, now Lan has his PET*

Lan: ... M-MegaMan!

Mega: Morning, Lan... I could hear you... When the Cybeast was taking me over, your voice brought me back... So, thank you... And... I'm sorry I made you worry!

Lan: You're OK now, though, right? ... I'm so glad...

Mega: The Cybeast will probably try to take control again, but I won't lose!

Lan: Yeah!! Just when I think everything's OK, my stomach yells at me!

Mega: Oh... You didn't eat anything since last night because you were watching over me, did you...? And it's lunchtime already...

Lan: Yeah, I guess it is...

game: *beep beep!*

Mega: Lan, you've got mail! ... It's from Dad! I'll read it! "It looks like you were able to fight off the Cybeast. While you two were sleeping, I studied MegaMan's body a little. The Cybeast is somehow living in there. I've installed a function in Lan's PET and in MegaMan that will allow you to control the Cybeast. Whether you can master that power depends on you!" ... That's what it says! Hey, there's a battle program attached! Let's try it out! Initiating program!

*tutorial time!*

Yuu: MegaMan has a Cybeast's power inside of him... Let me explain how you can harness that power. The CybeastButton!

Lan: The CybeastButton...?

Yuu: It's a button to release the CybeastPower locked inside of MegaMan. Releasing 100% of the power would be dangerous... There is a limit to the power you can control... I'd say it's set at about 50% or so... Pressing this button will cause MegaMan to "BeastOut". Lan, give it a shot!

*do so*

Lan: Meg... MegaMan is a Cybeast now!

Yuu: Lan, try talking to MegaMan.

Lan: O...OK... MegaMan, are you alright?

Beast Out Mega: Yes... I'm OK. I'm able to focus but... I feel an amazing, raging power rising inside...

Yuu: Good, it seems like you are able to control it. Controlling a Cybeast's power will completely exhaust your emotions. You can only be a Cybeast until this EmotionCounter reaches 0. When MegaMan is a Cybeast, its power should give all Elementless attack chips that do not dim the screen Attack+30.

Lan: Really!? No way...!!

Yuu: Also, when using a chip, MegaMan will have a Cybeast's speed, letting him automatically rush to where the attack will hit! But only for chips that do not dim the screen. By tapping the B Button, you can use a rapid fire FalzarBuster... And if you power up a Elementless chip as a Cybeast, it will set off an awesome special move!

Lan: It really feels wild! I wonder if I can really handle all this power...

Beast Out Mega: Lan, it's alright! I believe in you! Let's give it a try!

Yuu: MegaMan is right. Lan, try operating him!

*beat some viruses*

Lan: Yeah! I think I've got the hang of it!

Yuu: Transforming into a Cybeast gives him incredible power, but it's also very tiring for MegaMan. You have to be careful when you use this power.

Lan: OK! Thanks, Dad!

*back to Lan's room*

Lan: BeastOut... It sure is a scary power, but it also feels... promising. We've gotta be really careful using it!

Mega: Yeah!!

Haruka: Lan! You have a guest! Hey! Wait...!

Lan: A guest...? Is it Iris?

*in comes Mick*

Mick: Yo, Lan!

Lan: Oh, it's Mick...

Mick: W-What's that supposed to mean!? Hmph!

Lan: Huh? What's wrong? You look like you're in a hurry...

Mick: Oh, yeah!! That clown-looking Navi that attacked my Navi has been spotted hanging around in CentralArea3!

Lan: A clown-looking Navi... like the one that attacked us in CentralArea3!?

Mick: That clown's gotta be up to no good!

Lan: What's his trick this time!?

Mega: Let's go, Lan! Jack me in!

Lan: You got it!!

*but first*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender: CybeastManl Dad (13)

message: I've gathered up all the info I could on transforming into a Cybeast aka BeastOut! To BeastOut, go to the Custom Screen, then press the CybeastButton. When you transform while using a Cross, you become a CrossCybeast. You can use the Cross powers as well as Cybeast powers. As a Cybeast, Elementless chips that don't dim the screen get Attack+30. Moreover, when using chips that don't dim the screen, a beast's instincts will move you swiftly into attack position! To unleash the FalzarBuster, tap the B Button. Also, charging Elementless chips will summon special moves that can only be done by a Cybeast. It will also change your special moves as a CrossCybeast. However, as each turn passes, an EmotionCounter next to the EmotionWindow will decrease. If it hits 0, MegaMan will transform back, exhausted. If you try to transform while exhausted, MegaMan will become wild, reaching the limit of his Navi body. Battling without transforming will recover the EmotionCounter. BeastOut is a trump card, but be careful not to show your hand too often.

*jack in*

Lan: Jack in! MegaMan, Execute!!

*you also have new Akihara mail*

AkiharaProg: CHECK INSIDE THE MAILBOX?

*Y*

subject/sender: Are you OK? Yai (07)

message: I heard it through the grapevine, but something terrible happened on the Net in Cyber City! Make sure you don't go on the Net! But I bet that even though I'm warning you, you'll still go poking around where you shouldn't...

*head to Area3 and confront Circus*

Mega: Who are you!? What are you up to!?

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!! Ah, we meet at last! How do you do? I'm CircusMan! I thought if I set my tent up here, I'd get your attention! Hey, I've got a question for you, kid...

Mega: A question?

Circus: Where'd you hide it? You know, the Cybeast.

Mega: ... It's inside me!

Circus: ... Not funny at all. And trust me, I know funny. Now, see, a Navi like me can store a fierce creature like a Cybeast. But a shrimp like you!? Impossible!

Mega: What do you guys want!?

Circus: I'll ask the questions, thank you very much! Where did you hide the Cybeast!? And don't even think about lying to me, kid.

Mega: I know you don't believe me, but I'm not lying!

Circus: ... Hmm, if that's really true... then you won't mind if I bring out the animal in you!!

Mega: Here he comes, Lan!!

Lan: Gotcha!! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*like-like-like a circus~ (bricked) Anyway, Circus goes kablooey.*

Circus: Who woulda guessed that you'd really have the Cybeast...? But... as long as we have the other one... the ringmaster... will get... his way... Gaaaaah!!

*boom!*

Mega: ...ringmaster... ...his way... And the Cybeast...

Lan: Looks like there's someone else pulling the strings here...

Mega: We don't know enough about our enemy yet, but if they have the other Cybeast, then we're in a lot of trouble...

Lan: Yeah... I have a bad feeling...

*screenfade*

Yuika: ... I'm reeeally sorry! A Navi named MegaMan sorta got to the other Cybeast first.

Boss: ... MegaMan... ... That's Lan Hikari's Navi... ... Hmm. Was it fate that he moved here to this town?

Yuika: ... Huh...?

Boss: Nothing. Just talking to myself... You can back off for now... At least we have one Cybeast. We can consider this battle a victory.

Yuika: Phew, thanks! And I'll prove that I can get the other one too, for sure!

Boss: Hmph, as expected... Lan Hikari... And MegaMan... You two are becoming a threat to my operation...

*screen goes white, then black again*

game: A few days later, just as the chaos from the Cybeast incident was fading...

[Operator Navi Round 1]

*lights up in school*

Lan: Ah, school's finally over! I'm gonna get on the Net and... ... Huh? I wonder what's up? ... Hey, Mick, what's going on?

Mick: Hey, good timing! Someone just hung up an interesting flyer! You should check it out!

Lan: ... Huh, let's see... They're recruiting an Operator Navi for the Expo Pavilion?

Mick: That's what it looks like. You know how they're opening that Expo really soon, right? It sounds like they made the main pavilion really big. And they're gonna leave the tour guiding to a Navi. Well, a Navi using a CopyBot, that is.

Lan: ... So, you mean a Navi that is always being operated by a human, is gonna get to "operate" humans for a change? Heh... What a neat idea! ... By the way, what's a pavilion?

Mick: Why don't you know, you dummy!? I bet it's because you're always sleeping in class!!

Lan: ... Hmph.

Mick: A pavilion is... well, it's related to a lion...

Mick's Navi: That's totally wrong, Mick... A pavilion isn't something that's alive! And don't you start telling me it's only natural for a human to take naps!

Lan: Ha, ha, ha, ha! He got you good!

Mick: ... Fine, then YOU tell me what it is!

Lan: ... A pavilion is... Hmm... it sounds like "chameleon", so maybe it's related...?

Mega: That's completely wrong, too! A chameleon's a living thing, too, right? A pavilion is a really big building that is the symbol of a large event like an Expo.

Lan ... Hmm... Anyway, so they want a Navi to give tours of that "building"? Sounds neat, doesn't it? I mean, if it's your Navi, you get to go as much as you want! I'm gonna sign up right now!

Mick: Looks like there's some sort of really hard fight you've gotta pass first. The selection test is being held at the CentralArea NetCafe today! Hey! It's already started!!

Lan: What!? Then what are we doing standing around here!? Gotta hurry!! Go, go!!

*they start running*

game: Grasshopper!!

*pan up the hall*

Fuuten Roushi: ... One so young should not run where he shouldn't. Speed is not the answer to all things, but rather, looking around slowly may be the key... This is a most valuable lesson, grasshopper. Ho, ho, ho, ho.

Mick: ... What's with this old fogey!?

Lan: No idea.

*Fuuten drops from the ceiling behind them!*

Fuuten: ... Hai-ya!

Lan: Waaaah!!

Fuuten: I am not an old fogey. I am known as Master Feng-Tian.

*first Chirol to Yuika, and now Fuuten to Feng-Tian... why change an Eastern-sounding name to another Eastern-sounding name?*

Feng-Tian: I'm just a humble social studies teacher.

Lan: That's neat and all, but what was that move just now?

Feng-Tian: Ho, ho, ho, ho I was one with the wind... that's all.

Lan: "One with the wind"? Sounds like a bunch of mumbo-jumbo...

Feng-Tian: Ho, ho, ho, ho I see you lack understanding... If you seek me out, I am always willing to teach you, but I will go on a trip soon, so you must be on your own. When I get back, we can take our time... Ho, ho, ho, ho!

*he walks off*

Mick: ... Hey, we can't just stand around now!

Lan: Ah, that's right!! If we don't hurry, we won't be able to enter the test!

*ec, finally. Jack in. AkiharaProg has new mail*

AkiharaProg: CHECK INSIDE THE MAILBOX?

*y*

subject/sender: SmthgHppned Dex (08)

message: I hear the Net in Cyber City is having some errors! It was even on the news here in ACDC. Are you OK? I know MegaMan is OK! He's MegaMan! I know you two are strong, so I guess I have no reason to worry too much!

subject/sender: GoodLckChrm Mayl (09)

message: Lan, I saw on the news that something big happened on the Net in Cyber City! Use this instead of your good luck charm...

game: Lan got: "Roll2 R"!!

*and now, off to the Cafe! Talk to one of the girl Navis*

Red Navi: Everyone who would like to enter the Expo Pavilion Operator Navi Selection Test should gather here!

*okay, I lied. Talk to the yellow one*

Yellow Navi: Welcome! Everyone gather around! Now is the time for the Expo Pavilion Operator Navi Selection Test!! The requirement to be chosen as the Operator Navi is simply being the best Navi in all of Cyber City! This selection test will examine every single ability of your Navi! Allow me to explain today's first event. The first event will test everyone's intellect. So... Listen to what I say and think very very hard. Then go and find what I was talking about... The first thing is a "cyberseal"! What? Too hard!? Here's a hint! When you hear seal, it brings to mind a certain place... Aqua... That's all I'm going to say! The rest is up to you. Use your brains! Next to the "cyberseal," there is a Navi who looks like us waiting for you! Good luck everyone! You may begin!!

*where else would it be but the Aquarium HP?*

Red Navi: You're an Operator Navi Selection Test participant, right? This is the "cyberseal"! Can you see it? Maybe if you stand on your tip toes you can... At the Aquarium HP, the seal is used as a visual. Congratulations on passing the first test! But don't be too proud of yourself! The tests will keep on coming! The next test is... To find a "fish that cannot swim"! Here's a hint... "You can't find it in the real world!" Go out there and do your best!

game: It's the Fish Stick Shop.

Lan ... A fish that can't swim...? Nah... It can't... Hey! There's a place to jack in on the Fish Stick Fryer!

*do so!*

Yellow Navi: Seems like you discovered the right answer!! Yep! "A fish that can't swim"... It's Fish Sticks! Congrats on getting the second answer correct!! The next quest is also the final quest... The last item you must find is... Well, the clue is hidden in the following words... "I'm always looking at crayfish." Do you know what it is? The key to the next round is at hand!! Good luck!!

*at school*

Lan: ... Ah! Here's the crayfish! So I guess the crayfish in the clue are these...? Then the answer is the thing that's always looking at these guys...? Always looking... Hmm......

Aide: ...Huh? "I'm always looking at crayfish." ??? Well, I am the Biology teacher's aide, so I do look at them alot... But I have no idea what the answer is! ...However... If it's always looking at crayfish, then it has to be closeby!

game: A security camera...

Lan: Hmm... The clue was, "I am always looking at the crayfish". "Looking"... Hmm... Maybe... Hey! You can jack into this security camera!

*sure enough, that's it!*

Yellow Navi: Well done! This SecurCam films the classroom 24 hours a day! Morning, noon, and night, it films everything!! Of course it also captures images of the crayfish in their tank! An amazing job! You were 1st place in round 1! Congratulations!

Mega: We did it Lan!

Yellow Navi: The road to becoming the Operator Navi has just begun! The second test will be held another day! We'll inform you via mail with details on the second test! The second test will be even tougher, but remember your goal and do your best!! Here is your qualifier's prize!

game: MegaMan got: "HP Memry" and "ExpoFldr"!!

Yellow Navi: Congratulations!

[Kurohige's Trial]

*after you jack out*

Lan: ... Well, we made it through the prelims. What do you wanna do now?

Mega: How about a little something called "HOMEWORK"!?

Lan: Ouch...

Mega: If you'd stop putting if off, it'd be over sooner!

Lan: Blah...

game: *beep beep!*

Mega: Ah, you've got mail!

Lan: Thank goodness!

Mega: ... Did you just say something?

Lan: No, no, no! Nothing! Look, uh, you were about to read me my mail!

Mega: ... OK. ... Huh? This is from the Aquarium Director! I'll read what it says! "Hello. It has been a while since I've contacted you. Unfortunately, we need you to appear at the trial of Captain Blackbeard for the incident a little while back at the Aquarium. Since you were the one who thwarted Cpt. Blackbeard, you will be asked to take an oath and testify. The trial starts this afternoon, and is at the Green Town Courthouse. I appreciate your cooperation on such short notice."

Lan: Me, go to court? Testify!? What am I supposed to do when I testify...? I'm not in trouble, am I...?

Mega: I don't know, but it seems like a serious responsibility. It looks like you have to go today, so let's go to the courthouse in Green Town! You can probably get there by taking the LevBus.

Lan: ... Ugh, I am so nervous about this... OK, let's go see what's up in Green Town!

*ec*

Mega: Hey Lan! Check your mail!

subject/sender: A Request. Director (14)

message: Hello. It has been a while since I've contacted you. Unfortunately, we need you to appear at the trial of Captain Blackbeard for the incident a little while back at the Aquarium. Since you were the one who thwarted Cpt. Blackbeard, you will be asked to take an oath and testify. The trial starts this afternoon, and is at the Green Town Courthouse. I appreciate your cooperation on such short notice.

*Green Town is pretty and peaceful, and contains a certain guy disguised in a parka...*

Parka: ......

*...as well as other people and things.*

Man: Just take a deep breath... *Ahhhhh...* Nice huh? The air in Green Town has a smell second to none!!

Scientist: I'm a nature scientist working on breeding many kinds of flowers. Why? I want to improve a flower's scent until it makes people's souls warm with delight.

*heck, I've done three, might as well do the rest*

Grandma: How about some flowers grown in Green Town? Enjoy not only their beauty, but also their scent!

Girl: I hear some sort of special lecture is going to start...

*examine the statue*

game: It's the symbol of Green Town. The founding idea of this town, "Punishment for crime, justice for the people," is written on the pedestal. This saying is modeled after the way plants take in carbon dioxide, and release oxygen into the air. It's sort of like "breathe in crime, breathe out justice." You can jack in!

*okay, enough messing around, let's do this cutscene!*

Lan: ... Wow, what a big building. This has to be the courthouse.

game: ... Freeze.

*Lan turns*

Lan: Huh?

*it's En--er, parka guy! He approaches Lan*

Lan: ... Uh, did you say something?

Parka: ... Lan Hikari, you will stop where you are.

*pssh, like Lan ever listens to you*

Lan: !? How do you know my name...?

Parka: ... You will be quiet and follow my orders. This is a command...

*omg Enzan, you're being such a creeper!*

Lan: ... Nngh! Why should I listen to some weirdo I don't know!?

*you tell him, Lan.*

Parka: I'm only doing my duty...

Lan: ... You're not making any sense. Anyway, I've got an important trial to go to! And I won't be "commanded" by some suspicious guy.

*oh snap.*

Lan: Let's go, MegaMan!

Mega: ... Y-Yeah.

*he heads inside*

Parka: ......

*inside the courthouse*

Lan: This is the first time I've been to a courthouse. I'm so nervous...

*Lan goes through the pair of pillars down the hall*

game: *BEEP, BEEP, BEEP!!* INTRUDER ALERT INTRUDER ALERT

Lan: ... Ack! Now where have I heard that sound before...? I know it means something bad...

*security bots in cute outfits come in!*

Lan: Ah, I knew it!

game: INTRUDER ALERT INTRUDER ALERT

Lan: W-Wait a sec! I was told to come here to testify!

game: OH... WELL, WHY DIDN'T YOU SAY SO? ... PLEASE STATE YOUR NAME.

Lan: I'm Lan Hikari, uh...

game: PROCESSING THE NAME "LAN HIKARI". ... *beep, beep, beep* AS SUSPECTED, YOU ARE NOT ON THE LIST! THEREFORE, YOU ARE A SUSPICIOUS PERSON AND MUST BE AN INTRUDER!!

Lan: S-Suspi--!? An i-intruder!? What!?

game: GREEN TOWN ORDINANCE NUMBER 128 STATES THAT "ANYONE WHO ENTERS THE COURTHOUSE MUST HAVE RECEIVED PRIOR APPROVAL FROM THE COURT". YOU ARE BREAKING THE ABOVE ORDINANCE. YOU WILL NOW BE ARRESTED.

*they move in*

Lan: A-Arrested!?

Director: Wait, wait!!

*up comes the director*

Lan: Mr. Director!

Director: I called for this boy to stand as a witness. I simply forgot to enter his name on the list. It was my mistake. I will add him to the list now.

game: ... *beep, beep, beep* SPECIAL PERMISSION GRANTED. HAVE A NICE DAY.

*off go the bots*

Director: Ah, I'm really sorry for the little mix-up, my boy...

Lan: Um, what were those robots just now?

Director: If you try to enter this courthouse without permission, you'll be arrested by those Punishment Robots you just saw.

Lan: You can get arrested for something like that!?

Director: I suppose I should explain how Green Town came about. This town was founded on the theme of a crime-free society. So rules and laws are more strictly enforced here. There is also a reason why there is so much greenery, as it ties into the town's theme. Research is still ongoing, but the best models for a crime-free town seem to include "nature" in their attributes. And that is why Green Town is full of nature now.

Lan: Wow... But I still need permission to get into court, right? So how do I get it?

Director: You'll need to go to Green Area2's NetCafe to get it. I was going to go myself and get it earlier... I'm sorry I forgot to take care of that.

Lan: It's OK. I'll go get it and be right back!

Director: The fastest way to Green Area is through that tablet. Oh, and Green Area is full of trees, so please take this.

game: Lan got: "CyBrdAx"!!

Director: ... Alright, be careful, and good luck, my boy.

*ec. Plug into the tablet. If you try to leave Green HP:*

Mega: It looks like some Navis are gathering together... What's going on? Let's go and ask!

*so do so*

Butler Navi: Huh? What are we doing? We are studying for the bar exam to be lawyers. We call our group "Lawyers in the Making"! We are making our future by studying. And the goal of our studies is to become lawyers! Are you planning on becoming a lawyer too?

Mega: Umm... Nope... But that's not a bad thing!

Butler: So then you must want to be a judge? I don't recommend trying to become a judge... Not many people pass the judge's test... You should try to become a lawyer!! We'll let you in our group cheap!

Mega: Hahaha... Maybe next time!

NormNavi: ...Hmmm... So sneaking a snack isn't a crime... That makes perfect sense!

Red Navi: Don't jump to conclusions! If you snuck a snack of caviar... That would be a first-class crime!

NormNavi: Hmmm... I suppose you're right. But wait a second! What if the caviar that was snuck as a snack was expired? The person who snuck that snack would feel awfully sick! Then it would be a crime against the snack sneaker!

Red Navi: Hmmmm... A compelling argument indeed!

*you can leave now. At the door to Area2:*

game: TO PASS THROUGH HERE, YOU MUST HAVE A KNOWLEDGE OF THE LAWS. I WILL NOW TEST YOUR "LAW KNOWLEDGE". YOUR QUESTION IS FROM GREEN TOWN ORDINANCE 182. WHAT IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR HITTING MR. PROG ON THE HEAD?

Mega: The punishment for hitting Mr. Prog on the head?? There's actually a law about that!?...

Lan: Do you know the answer, MegaMan?

Mega: Nope, not a clue. But it looks like Green Area2 is just beyond this door... So what now...? I guess we should go look for the answer...

*talk to the justice club*

Butler: You changed your mind? You'd like to become a lawyer and join "Lawyers in the Making"!?

*y. I feel kinda bad for lying to him...*

Butler: I forgot to mention the membership fee is 1000 Zennys.

Mega: It's that much?

Butler: If you think of how much you'd make as a lawyer, it's really a bargain!

Mega: ...OK.

*pay.*

game: MegaMan paid 1000 Zennys.

Butler: Now you are a member of "Lawyers in the Making"! If you keep studying here, you too will become a specialist in the law. Do your best!! Someday you'll be a lawyer!!

NormNavi: A new member? Pleased to meet you! If you ever need help just ask me! ...Huh? What happens if you hit a Mr. Prog on the head? I know I just studied this... ...Hmm...Hmm Oh! I remember! If you hit a Mr. Prog on the head, The punishment is something that is infuriating!

Mega: ......

NormNavi: It's true! Really! The last time I hit one, the punishment got me so mad!!

Red Navi: ...I found out about this a while ago... I hear those who pick up Zennys on the ground without reporting it are tickled as their punishment! That sounds terrible...

*back to the door*

game: TO PASS THROUGH HERE, I MUST TEST YOUR "LAW KNOWLEDGE". YOUR QUESTION IS FROM GREEN TOWN ORDINANCE 182. WHAT IS THE PUNISHMENT FOR HITTING MR. PROG ON THE HEAD?

Mega: Um... The punishment is something that is infuriating!

game: ......

Mega: (I got that wrong, didn't I...?)

game: THAT IS CORRECT! YOU MAY PASS.

Mega: ......

*at the cafe*

Red Navi: That Navi there has been the victim of all sorts of fraud. A lawyer tried to get the details, but apparently that Navi was more than the lawyer could handle!

Yellow Navi: OHHH!! This is awful!!

Butler: Calm down! What kind of fraud are you a victim of? Tell me all the details! If you don't tell me everything we can't sue!

Yellow Navi: Aaarrr!! I'm so mad! I can't calm down! I mean, if you hate someone, you just hate them! Yaaaaahhh!! This is absolutely 100% terribly awful!

Butler: There's no helping this one...

*okay, so I guess it's the guy at the cashier*

NormNavi: Welcome to the Green Town NetCafe! ...Courtroom entry permits? Of course you can apply for those here! What is your Operator's name?

Mega: Lan Hikari.

NormNavi: OK... Lan Hikari... OK... You are on the list... Let me give you the AuthData.

game: MegaMan got: "AuthData"!!

NormNavi: If you take a PET containing this data to the Court Foyer, the ID machine will automatically identify you as Lan Hikari. If you do not have the PET with the data installed, the ID machine will reject you, so please exercise due care.

Mega: Got it! Thank you!

*jack out, bc*

Lan: I wonder if it's really OK to just walk in now...

Mega: That Navi just now said that if you have a PET that has permission data on it, the security gate should automatically let you in. So it's probably OK!

Lan: ... Alright, I'll give it a try.

*he skates through*

Lan: ......

*then stands right on top of it*

Lan: Hey, looks like I'm in!

Director: Heeey!

*pan up to the Director and Roppou*

Director: Over here, over here!

*Lan comes over to them*

Director: Looks like you got the permission data with no problems.

Lan: Yeah, it went OK! By the way...

Director: Oh, sorry. This man is the prosecutor who is in charge of the case involving the Aquarium, Prosecutor Ito.

*more of the Japanese names changed to other Japanese names. (headdesk)*

Ito: Ah, so you're the one testifying today. How do you do? I'm Prosecutor Ito.

Lan: Um... I kinda know, but what exactly is a prosecutor...?

Ito: Haha, oh, sorry! A "prosecutor" is basically a person that looks into an incident and tries to bring the culprit in to court to face justice. That's what I do. It's an important job, and today's trial is one part of my job.

Lan: So that's what you do. Oh! I forgot! I'm Lan Hikari. Nice to meet you.

Ito: Lan Hikari, huh... That's a nice name.

Lan: R-Really?

Ito: When you've been a prosecutor for as long as I have, you've heard a lot of names, and you can tell just by a name if a person is good or bad. You are a good person... or am I wrong?

Lan: Heheh, well, when you put it like that...

Ito: Your parents gave you a very good name, you know. ... Come to think of it, your father, he's one of the top 5 scientists in the world, Dr. Yuichiro Hikari, right?

Director: Ho, ho! Is that so? I didn't know that!

Lan: How did you know that?

Ito: I ran a little background check on you beforehand. It's something that needs to be done here for the trial. ... Ah, but I'm jealous that your father is Dr. Hikari. I would love to talk with him, even for just a little bit.

Lan: Really? I'll tell him that!

Ito: You will!? I was only half-serious, I mean I never thought...

Director: You two seem to have a lot to talk about, but we should really get to the trial...

Ito: Ah, that's true. I'm sorry. Speaking of that, this is your first time here, right, Lan? I think you should take a look around the courtroom. I think you'll be surprised by what you see in there. The system here is really something else! The courtroom is right behind those huge doors!

Lan: Hmm, a special system...? Sounds exciting!

*ec. Inside the courtroom:*

Man: Ahh, on a field trip to the courthouse I see. Look at the tree inside this courtroom. It is called the "JudgeTree". Of course, it isn't just a normal tree. It'll automatically make prudent, just court decisions. It is a milestone of a machine. In summary, here there's no need for a judge! We let the JudgeTree handle everything!

Scientist: Normal people are prone to mistakes. No matter how experienced the judge, there are times when they may make an unjust decision. Taking that into consideration, with the goal of getting justice every single time, we thought of how we could improve the system. Our answer was very simple. If people are prone to making mistakes, then why not use something other than a human as a judge? The fruit of this debate was the botanical justice system, also known as the "JudgeTree".

Woman: This JudgeTree is actually a giant tree which has been living in this exact spot for hundreds of years. We added some cybernetics to make it capable of hearing a human's voice. That made it the perfect system of justice. And that is how the JudgeTree was born.

Technician: This JudgeTree is basically still a simple plant. We must still give it water and fertilizer. ...Actually, I am in charge of making sure the JudgeTree stays healthy. Today I have to give it water and fertilizer. I'm so busy I don't have any free time at all! Ahhhhhhhhh!! I've gotta run to the basement!

*the more I hear, the less it makes sense. Back to the center of the room to bc!*

Lan: The JudgeTree, huh... I wonder what it's like...

Mega: Well, since it makes all the judgments for the trials, I'd guess that it's got its own will, like us NetNavis.

Lan: So you think this tree can hear my voice, too, just like you, MegaMan?

Mega: I have no idea...

Lan: Heeeey, Mr. JudgeTree! If you can hear me, answer, OK? ...... Hey, Mr. JudgeTreeeee! ......

*he gets right in its face--er, screen!*

Lan: I said, "Hey!"

*screenfade*

Mega: Ah! Lan!! What are you...? Don't lean over that far!!

Lan: Answer me!

game: *thump! thump!*

Mega: Stop it, Lan! Now you're just harassing it!

Lan: But don't you think it should at least answer me? Maybe it's asleep?

Mega: Ugh, I don't believe you're... Ah, well. What can you expect? It's pretty much just a tree...

game: *BEEP, BEEP, BEEP!!* EMERGENCY! EMERGENCY!

Lan: What? What?

game: EMERGENCY! EMERGENCY! WE HAVE A "LEVEL 5 EMERGENCY" SITUATION!

Mega: Looks like something happened inside this building. Maybe we should get outside!

Lan: Yeah, let's go!

*he tries to leave, but bots block his way*

Lan: Waaah!

game: SUSPECT SURROUNDED! BEGIN CAPTURE!

Lan: S-Suspect...!? Me...? Again!?

game: GREEN TOWN ORDINANCE 3 STATES, "WITH REGARD TO THE JUDGETREE OF GREEN TOWN, IT IS RECOGNIZED AS SOMETHING VITAL AND IMPORTANT TO THE TOWN. THEREFORE, ANYONE WHO CAUSES HARM TO IT, WILL BE REMOVED IN ANY WAY NECESSARY." WE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ABOVE ORDINANCE, HAVE DETERMINED THAT YOU HAVE HARMED THE JUDGETREE.

Lan: What's with these robots going around calling everyone suspicious or a suspect anyway!?

Mega: I told you to leave the JudgeTree alone.

Lan: Oh, come on!!

Mega: Well, the tree's vital and, uh, important, and, yeah...

game: "LEVEL 5 EMERGENCY" USE OF STUN ARMS APPROVED.

*they light up!*

Lan: W-Wait!! Stun arms!?

*they close in*

Lan: Noooooo!!

*white flash!*

game: ... Jack in.

*hey, it's parka! the bots aren't moving!*

Lan: ... H-Huh? ... They've stopped? ... What's going on?

Parka: You wouldn't have any trouble if you had faster skills.

Lan: ... Ah! It's that strange guy from before!

Mega: Faster skills... You mean you're the one that jacked in and then crashed those robots at that super-fast speed...?

Lan: N-No way!

Parka: ... Lan Hikari, ... you're at the center of all the trouble recently, but by the looks of it, I can tell you're still oblivious.

Lan: Not this nonsense again! Look...

Parka: You still don't understand? This is what they call a "set-up".

Lan: Set-up!? What? By who!?

Parka: Your Navi's too dangerous... While he's pushing himself, that thing is obedient, but what you can't see is how it is consuming your Navi. Something may occur that will cause us all serious trouble. If that were to happen... I WILL delete your Navi. ......

Lan: D-Delete!? Delete MegaMan!? Don't mess with me! I wouldn't ever let that happen!

Ito: Heeey! Are you alright?

*up comes Ito*

Ito: Are you alright, Lan!?

Lan: I'm sorry... I went and touched the JudgeTree...

Ito: ... Oh, that wasn't good... I guess I should have warned you beforehand. ... In any case... I don't think I know who you are. And your name is...?

Parka: ... I don't have to answer you.

Ito: The JudgeTree is the most important thing in all of Green Town -- no, of all Cyber City. If I suspect you of doing anything suspicious to the JudgeTree, I could get a warrant.

Parka: Hmph... Do what you want. Maybe I WAS the one who was going to harm the tree. After all, I do think this tree is a bit ..."troubled"...

*and he shoves past Ito and leaves. Man, the thing I love most about 6 is how Enzan gets to actually be badass for a change.*

Lan: What's with that guy...

Ito: ... Net criminals that target this tree do exist, and that man is probably one of them. If this tree were to be hacked, law and order would fall apart. We must be on our guard... More importantly, Lan, the trial is about to start! Good luck!

*screenfade; lights up on tree*

game: *crack! crack!* ... NOW THEN, THE TRIAL OF CAPTAIN BLACKBEARD WILL NOW COMMENCE.

Lan: (It spoke!) (The tree actually spoke!)

game: FIRST, PROSECUTOR ITO, YOUR OPENING STATEMENT.

Ito: Yes, your honor. The defendant, Captain Blackbeard, is accused of endangering the lives of many people at the Seaside Aquarium by releasing the animals from their tanks and cages, for the sake of watching people panic. We, the prosecution, cannot allow this sort of harmful, selfish behavior to go unpunished!!

Lan: (He looks so cool!)

*screenfade*

Ito: Now I would like to call Lan Hikari to the witness stand.

Lan: Y-Yes, sir! (Here goes. *gulp* I'm so nervous...)

*lights up, Lan is on the spot!*

Ito: Please state your name and occupation.

Lan: Y-Yes, sir. I-I'm L-Lan Hikari. And, I, uh, I've never had octopus...

Mega: (Lan, that's not what he asked you!)

Lan: (But he asked something about an octopus...)

Mega: (No, no! He said, "Occupation"!)

Lan: (A what? Octobacon?)

Mega: (That's not it either!) (What's with you and food!?) (*sigh...*)

Ito: ... Now the witness will answer a few questions about the incident. Please answer to the best of your ability. On the day of the incident, you were just visiting and enjoying the Aquarium. Is this correct?

Lan: Yeah... I mean, yes, that's right.

Ito: Can you please tell the court exactly what happened?

Lan: Um... My friend and I were about to go home. And suddenly, we heard screaming. And before we knew it, there were sharks and piranhas all over the place!

Ito: ... I see... Moving on to my next question. Now, think back. Was this the man you saw and fought in a NetBattle with, the same man you see sitting over there, the defendant Captain Blackbeard?

Lan: Yes, that's him! But Captain Blackbeard didn't just mess up the Aquarium. He also took my friend hostage! I'd recognize that evil face anywhere!

Ito: ... This is very decisive testimony. I don't see the need to hear an explanation from the defendant!

Lan: (Hey, MegaMan, is this all I needed to do to "testify"?)

Mega: (Yeah, I guess so! You did great!)

*screenfade*

game: *crack! crack!* I WILL NOW PASS JUDGMENT. THE DEFENDANT WAS ACTING OUT OF MALICE AND SELFISHNESS. THIS SORT OF EVIL BEHAVIOR CAN NOT BE FORGIVEN. THEREFORE, I PRONOUNCE THE DEFENDANT, CAPTAIN BLACKBEARD, GUILTY! I SENTENCE YOU TO THE PUNISHMENT ROOM FOR AN INDEFINITE AMOUNT OF TIME.

Kurohige: ......

*a bot shows up behind him*

Kurohige: ... not... part...

*he starts hopping*

Kurohige: This was not part of the deal!! Ya filthy, lyin'... I'll send ya to Davey Jones' locker, ya scurvy rat, arrr'!

Lan: W-What the!? He didn't say one word during the entire trial, and now he makes a big fuss?

Ito: This is how criminals always act. When he heard the verdict, and realized how serious his crime was, he objected, just as all criminals do...

game: PLEASE REMOVE THE GUILTY PARTY.

[Blue]

*Kurohige is removed, struggling. screenfade, then lights up on Lan and Ito in the courtroom*

Ito: Well done! So what did you think of your first trial?

Lan: I was soooo nervous!! ... But the JudgeTree is really cool! I guess a tree can run a trial after all!

Ito: Hahaha, you see? Actually, that JudgeTree was my idea!

Lan: Really!?

Ito: It was a small idea I had in college, but surprisingly, it got bigger and bigger!

Lan: That's awesome, Prosecutor Ito!

Ito: I refuse to forgive any evil-doers, so... my dream is to someday create... a society with no crime! The JudgeTree is the first step to making my dreams come true!! ... Ah, sorry, I got a little carried away there. Anyway, I must prepare for my next trial, so, I have to go. Stop by and visit some time, OK?

*he walks off*

Lan: ... Prosecutor Ito sure loves justice... He looks so cool! I want to be like him when I grow up!

Mega: Well, you're not gonna be like him the way you are now! First, you've gotta study a whole lot more! Come on, let's go home and do some homework!

Lan: Awww...

*ec*

[TenguMan - Class 2]

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender: FengTian Cl SchBoard (15)

message: Master Feng-Tian has opened a NetBattler School in Green Town. Wouldn't you love to learn the secrets of a Master?

*absolutely.*

Lan: Hey! It's Master Feng-Tian!

Feng: Ho, ho, ho! Funny to run into you, grasshopper!

Lan: What are you doing here, Master?

Feng: Ho, ho, ho, ho... I'm teaching a special friend the way to control the wind. ...Oh, yes... You and I met here due to the winds of fate. Thus, would you like to take my class?

Lan: Take Master Feng-Tian's class...?

*sure*

Feng: Once class has begun you may not quit, grasshopper! And you must stay here until class is completed... Is that understood, grasshopper?

*yes. bc*

Lan: Umm, can you teach me that neat move you did at school?

Feng: Ho, ho, ho, ho! That would depend on you. I teach the art of moving silently and quick like the wind.

Lan: Moving like the wind...

Feng: Use my Navi, TenguMan for this class. He will help you master all I have to teach you. TenguMan waits in the book of nature. Operate TenguMan and start our class! Ho, ho, ho, ho!

Lan: Master Feng-Tian's Navi... I wonder what kind of Navi he will be?

*ec, examine the big book and the screen goes white before showing us...*

Tengu: I am TenguMan. I use the natural power of the wind. Are you the one I will be working with? Here's to our first mission together.

Lan: Yeah, good luck to us both!

Feng: Let us begin our class, grasshopper. Make your way to Green Area1. There, we will have your first lesson. Ho, ho, ho, ho!

Lan: Green Area1? Roger!

*ec, leave the book*

Feng: ... You have reached Green Area, yes? Ah, we can start the lesson, then. Your task is very easy, grasshopper... I dropped a few cyberscrolls around Green Area. You have only to gather them.

Lan: Gather a few cyberscrolls...? That's all I have to do?

Feng: Ho, ho, ho, ho! That is all. However! Beware of the cybercrows I have also left for you. The cybercrows will swarm around you as bees to a hive. Collect cyberscrolls and touch not the cybercrows -- that is your task.

Lan: Don't touch the cybercrows... OK, got it!

Feng: Ho, ho, ho, ho! There will be no straight path to the end. If the cybercrows start to gather in number... use of TenguMan's leaf fan is a wise move, indeed. Push the A Button and the cybercrows will scatter. But the fan's power lasts not long. Do not use it too much. You may find cyberleaves during your task. Gathering leaves is the way to make the leaf fan live again. ... If you pass this class, young one, you will gain great skill to move very fast around enemies. Work hard, grasshopper! Let us begin. This area holds 4 cyberscrolls. Please begin your task!

*ec. if you're pecked:*

Feng: Hai-ya! A cybercrow has pecked at you. Start over again!

*get the scrolls*

Lan: Alright! I got the 4 cyberscrolls!

Tengu: Good work. I can feel you becoming one with the wind.

Feng: Ho, ho, ho, ho! You still have much to learn... Next is Green Area2.

Lan: OK!!

*ec. Get over there*

Feng: ... Green Area2 already! Good. 4 cyberscrolls wait for you here. Focus your mind, young one, and go!

Lan: 4, huh... Alright, let's go, TenguMan!

Tengu: Onward!!

*get those scrolls*

Lan: OK, got all 4!!

Tengu: Yes! And you are getting better!

Feng: Ho, ho, ho, ho! Your final test waits for you now... Jack out and face it!

Lan: This is it -- the final test... I'd better calm down!

*talk to feng*

Feng: Ho, ho, ho, ho, the final lesson. I want you to defeat my Navi, TenguMan! Are you ready?

*yes!*

Feng: Let's begin!

*beat Tengu*

Feng: Ho, ho, ho, ho! You move well now -- as the wind moves. Yes, you move as the wind through hair. About this, I can teach you no more. Now you know the secrets of my art. And TenguMan can become one with you!

game: TenguMan became Lan's LinkNavi!

Feng: TenguMan's skills are now yours. Use the TenguCross wisely, grasshopper, and never in anger.

Lan: I will master TenguMan's power, Master Feng-Tian.

Feng: Ho, ho, ho, ho! Even wind can become claws if you know how to use it. Train well, and don't forget the lessons you have learned.

Lan: I won't! Thank you!

Feng: ... Ah, one more thing... If you need TenguMan, you only need to come here. He is here in this book of nature.

Lan: OK, I'll definitely be back!

*ec. Head on back to Central. Lan steps off the LevBus*

Hikari: Hey, Laaan!

*pan over to show him at the school gates*

Lan: Hey, it's Dad!

*they meet up in front of the bird statue*

Lan: What's up, Dad? Were you at my school?

Hikari: Ah, I had to do something there...

Lan: Oh yeah! I went to a trial and testified today, Dad!

Hikari: Oh...? That's a really big responsibility! Why don't you tell me all about it once we get home?

*they start heading home as the screen fades. ec. Lan is now in front of his family's door. Enter a building*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

Subject/Sender: TenguCross FengTian (16)

Message: Now I will reveal the secrets of the TenguCross. When using the TenguCross, all Wind chips that do not dim the screen will receive Attack+10! Also, when you have AirShoes ON, pressing the B Button and Left on the +Control Pad will kick up a tremendous breeze, and bring your opponent towards you. There are also disadvantages, grasshopper. Sword attacks will damage as you twice as badly. TenguCross. Master of Wind. Deadly. Beautiful.

*well, this whole tengu thing has been taking itself waaay too seriously, if you ask me. I don't know how Lan learned to move like the wind when all he did was stand and Operate a Navi. But maybe it's a parody of something like Kung Fu? Everybody was tengu fighting~ Anyway, go to bed.*

[JudgeMan - Green Town]

game: The next day...

*lights up on the classroom.*

Mach: OK, you ready for another energy-filled day!? Ah, speaking of energy-filled... This blackboard got some special maintenance done on it yesterday, and now it works like it got a new set of batteries! And that just gets me all fired up, ready to teach! Wahahaha!

Lan: ... Special maintenance? ... Hmm, didn't Dad say something about doing something...?

Mega: Dad boosted the blackboard's power, so you should be like the board--no napping!

Lan: ... zzz... zzz...

Mega: Ah, Lan!! You-- You're hopeless!!

*screenfade, lights up on the same spot in the classroom*

Lan: ... zzz... zzz...

Mega: Lan! Wake up!! You're gonna make Mr. Mach mad again!

game: ... *thunk! thunk! thunk!*

*screen pans over to lockers*

game: ... *thunk! thunk! thunk!*

Mega: ...?

Lan: ... Nngh, ugh... ... Keep it down, MegaMan...

Mega: I didn't make that sound! It came from that closet behind us...

Lan: The closet? ...... I don't hear anything.

Mega: Huh? That's strange. I could swear I heard something just now...

*screenfade. In the dark*

game: After school... *ding, dong, ding, dong*

Lan: Ahh, it's finally over!!

*lights up on the classroom*

Mega: And you slept through most of it!

Lan: No way! I was listening! ... In my dreams...

Mega: You've gotta pay more attention in class, Lan! What happened to wanting to be like that prosecutor from yesterday!?

game: *beep beep!*

Mega: ... Lan, you've got mail.

Lan: Ooh, read it, read it!

Mega: Argh, you really... Oh, it's from Mom! ... Huh? No, it can't be...

Lan: ... What's wrong? Did something happen...?

Mega: Lan, listen carefully and stay calm. ... Dad... Dad's been arrested.

*the music is so surprised it STOPS DRAMATICALLY*

Lan: ... Arrested!? You're- You're kidding, right?...

Mega: I don't want to believe it, either, but that's what...

Lan: Why did they arrest Dad!? That's not right! It can't be true! It can't be!! Why did they...!?

Mega: Lan, we can't lose our heads! I know how you feel, but we've gotta stay calm at a time like this! Let's go home and see what Mom has to say about all this!

Lan: Y-Yeah... Guess you're right.

*ec. now there is MUSIC OF CRISIS*

Mega: Hey Lan! Check your mail!

Subject/Sender: Dad... Mom (17)

Message: Lan... call me as soon as you can... Dad... Dad... He was arrested by the police! I have no idea what is going on!

*go home and talk to Haruka*

Haruka: ...AH! Lan... It's terrible! Your father... He...

Lan: Say it Mom! Just say it!

*what is this, a bad soap?*

Lan: What happened to Dad!?

Haruka: Just a minute ago, the police came to tell me that your Dad has been arrested!

Lan: Arrested... What was he arrested for...

Haruka: He was arrested for hacking the Green Town court system...

Lan: The court system... You mean the JudgeTree!? That's ridiculous! Dad has no reason to hack anything!

Mega: I know! He has nothing to gain by hacking the JudgeTree!

Lan: Hey Mom! What's gonna happen to Dad?

Haruka: They took him to Green Town... They're going to put him on trial...

Mega: Lan, let's go to Green Town!

Lan: Yeah!

*yeah! and now we're there! and we're going in the courthouse room where people get tried! bc!*

game: *crack! crack!* ... I WILL NOW PASS JUDGMENT. THE CRIME OF HACKING INTO THE JUDGETREE, FOR WHICH THE DEFENDANT, YUICHIRO HIKARI, IS CHARGED WITH, IS UNFORGIVABLE. EVEN THOUGH THE HACK WAS SUCCESSFULLY STOPPED, THERE IS NO ROOM FOR MERCY. THEREFORE, I HEREBY SENTENCE THE DEFENDANT, YUICHIRO HIKARI, TO 100 HOURS OF ZAPPING. THE PUNISHMENT IS TO BE CARRIED OUT IN 1 HOUR.

*a bot takes Hikari away*

Lan: Dad's GUILTY!? And they're gonna zap him in an hour!? This has to be some kind of cruel joke!

Mega: Something definitely feels strange about all this, Lan! You know Dad wouldn't do anything like hacking... We've gotta find out more! We've gotta get more facts!

*ec. If you try to leave:*

Mega: Lan, let's go around and ask questions about Dad!

*go back into the courtroom and ask Ito*

Ito: Ahhh, Lan...

Lan: Mr. Prosecutor!! My Dad had no reason to hack anything! He's no Net criminal...!

Ito: Lan, I know that you don't want to believe these things...

Mega: Do you have any proof my Dad did it, sir?

Ito: The JudgeTree is proof enough. It said it was hacked by Yuichiro Hikari.

Lan: I see...

Ito: This is the evidence we have on this incident.

game: Lan got: "Report"!!

Ito: The time of the offense was yesterday at 4 P.M. Mr. Hikari has no alibi for that time yesterday.

Lan: MegaMan... What's an alibi...?

Mega: An alibi is proof you didn't commit the crime... Like... if we could prove that Dad was doing something totally different at that time, we can prove he's innocent. But we can't prove what Dad was doing at 4 P.M. yesterday.

Lan: Wait, hold on. We saw Dad last evening, MegaMan! We talked to him in front of the station, remember!?

Mega: Yeah! Good job remembering that one Lan!!

Lan: That's proof my Dad isn't a criminal, right, Mr. Prosecutor?

Ito: Unfortunately, your testimony is too vague... You have to have a concrete, air-tight alibi as proof. You have to prove what EXACTLY he was doing at 4 P.M.

Lan: Can we really prove his alibi? Is there anything we can use to prove it? This is no time to doubt myself! Mr. Prosecutor! We're going to go find something to prove Dad's alibi! We have to!

Ito: I see... Well, I'll see if we can't delay his punishment...

Lan: Please do that!

Mega: Lan... I was just thinking...

Lan: What is it MegaMan?

Mega: So I was thinking we should do something like... we find where the real criminal is, and get him to prove Dad's really innocent... For instance, that guy in the parka yesterday...

Lan: Yeah, that guy! That guy did say something weird about the JudgeTree! I mean, what is that guy's problem!? Anyways, we have to prove Dad's alibi quick... Then after that, we'll go snag that guy!! Alright! Let's go find evidence that proves Dad's alibi! Let's go to Central Town since we saw him there yesterday!

*better yet, let's go to the school and jack into the security camera. examining the monitor:*

game: The security cameras' recording storage center. It's showing your classroom on the monitor. You can also clearly see the crayfish...

*what does that have to do with anything?! We want something showing Hikari being there! Isn't that what storage is for?! Anyway, there's also a prog*

Mr. Prog: I'M THE SECURITY CAMERA PROGRAM. IF YOU SLEEP DURING CLASS THE CAMERA WILL CATCH YOU!! HAHAHA...

*but it doesn't catch Hikari repairing the blackboard. Ugh. Well, let's try the blackboard next!*

Mr. Prog: THIS IS THE CLASS 6-1 COMP, MAINLY USED FOR VIRUS BUSTING CLASS! WE'VE NURTURED MANY GREAT NETBATTLERS HERE!

*and there's nothing else here. What? And here's some kid IRL...*

Kid: ...Hey Lan! Something happen? You look really grim!!

*DSAJKF;PJEWIOA okay now I have to go to Gamefaqs. so apparently you're supposed to talk to Mach?*

Mach: ...Umm... What's the matter, Lan?

Lan: ...Sir... I heard the board was undergoing maintenance yesterday. Right? Do you remember what kind of person made those repairs? It wasn't my Dad was it?

Mach: ...Your dad? ...... Yeah... It was your dad... An older guy, right?

Lan: OLD!?

Mach: Hmm... Maybe he was younger? Actually, I was so busy I didn't pay attention. Sorry.'

Lan: ...OK. What time did the maintenance occur?

Mach: Hmm... It was around 3 o'clock yesterday, and it took about two hours.

Lan: So two hours from 3 o'clock means he was here at 4 P.M.

Mega: So... If we can prove Dad did the maintenance on the Blackboard, we can prove that he is innocent!

Lan: But how can we prove that it was Dad?

*I don't know! The game doesn't like any of MY ideas...*

Lan: The teacher who asked for service doesn't remember his face...

Mega: Don't give up so easily!! Let's see what we can find in the school! Someone must have seen Dad here!

Lan: Seen Dad... ...seen...

*this had better not mean what I think it does.*

Mach: What's the matter? You've been asking a lot of questions! Is something bothering you, Lan?

Lan: I'm OK. Thanks...

Mach: Well, if you're OK... ...

*and while we're here*

Hell Navi: Eh, hey! I may look like this now, but I used to be a famous virus prof! However, years exposed to viruses turned me into this! You wouldn't want to buy a virus would you? If you have this "BtlrCard" I developed, you can store virus data inside. When you have a virus, you can enter a virus battle taking place in a comp! You can buy one with 2 viruses for 5000... No! Make that 2000 Zennys!! How about it!?

*buy*

Hell Navi: Thank... Thank you... Alright... Here it is!

game: MegaMan got: "BtlrCard"!!

Hell Navi: Alright, so if you check around the Cyberworld, there are extremely rare viruses with "Rare" in the names. If you delete a rare virus, you can get its data! You can store virus data in the "BtlrCard". If you want to enter in a virus battle, find a different colored Mr. Progs and talk to it. Mr. Prog's whereabouts...? They should be near places with dogs or robots... Go find them for yourself...

*so now we can virus battle. Back to the story. Inside the security camera:*

game: The security cameras' recording storage center.

Mega: This is it, Lan...

*WHAT?! THIS IS RETARDED.*

Lan: Huh? What...?

Mega: This camera is always filming your classroom. And then it saves that data here on this computer...

*yeah, that's what I thought, too, but no, I had to wait for you schmucks to catch up to me!*

Lan: So then, MegaMan, if we check the footage from around 4 P.M. yesterday...

Mega: Yeah! Maybe Dad will be on it, and that means that Dad can't be the real criminal! It would support his alibi!

Lan: That's right! OK, MegaMan! Let's find that footage!

Mega: Got it! Now... footage from 4 P.M. yesterday... Um... ... Huh? That's strange...

Lan: What's up, MegaMan?

Mega: ... Wah! A virus!!

Lan: W-What!?

Mega: Lan! Get ready!

Lan: ... OK!!

*beat the virus*

Lan: What was with that? Where'd that virus come from...?

Mega: Nothing was strange at first... but when I started looking for the recorded data from 4 o'clock yesterday, that virus popped out and started to attack me!

Lan: What does that mean...?

Mega: ... It was probably a trap. But anyway, about that evidence... The data from around 4 o'clock yesterday is gone...

Lan: Gone!? What's that supposed to mean!? ... Who in the world!?

Mega: ... It was probably the real culprit. The real criminal is probably trying to frame Dad! ... That's gotta be it! If there was data of Dad in this classroom at the time of the crime, then he couldn't be the real culprit. That's why the data is missing! And that virus was to get rid of anyone who realized this!

Lan: ... I think you're right! Do you think the guy in court yesterday is the real culprit?

Mega: Well, we shouldn't jump to conclusions, but the one piece of evidence that can back up Dad's alibi is gone...

Lan: ... We're back to square one, and we're almost out of time!

Mega: ... Huh?

*here comes a Mr. Prog!*

Mr. Prog: IS SOMETHING THE MATTER? I AM THE PROGRAM OF THIS SECURITY CAMERA.

Mega: The data from around 4 o'clock yesterday has vanished.

Mr. Prog: WHAT!? ARE YOU SERIOUS!?

Mega: We think whoever stole the data is the real culprit. You wouldn't know anything about this, would you?

Mr. Prog: ... MAYBE... AT AROUND 10 P.M. LAST NIGHT... THERE WAS A STRANGE NAVI THAT WAS POKING AROUND... MAYBE THAT NAVI...

Mega: What did that Navi look like!?

Mr. Prog: ... UM, WELL, HE WAS PRETTY TALL... I DON'T REMEMBER ANYTHING ELSE...

Mega: Pretty tall... That doesn't tell us very much.

Lan: MegaMan! If that Navi was here, then maybe that Navi's operator was caught on film by this camera.

Mega: ... No good, Lan. Everything after 4 P.M. yesterday has been erased. According to Mr. Prog, the culprit came to jack into the camera at night. And then erased all traces that they were ever here. This person is one sneaky rascal...

Lan: ... I see.

Mr. Prog: ... UM, EXCUSE ME... I DON'T KNOW WHY YOU NEED DATA FROM YESTERDAY, BUT... WOULD YOU LIKE DATA FROM THE DAY BEFORE YESTERDAY?

Mega: I'm sorry, but we don't need data from the day before. We really need to see data from yesterday.

Mr. Prog: OH, I SEE... IT IS OLD DATA, BUT THERE WAS SOMETHING UNUSUAL IN IT.

Mega: Something unusual...?

*screenfade. In washed-out camera mode, we pan to the back of the classroom*

Lan: ... There's nothing really useful here.

Mr. Prog: HOLD ON... AH, HERE WE ARE!

*in comes Mick*

Lan: It's just Mick. Him being in the classroom isn't that strange.

*he looks around*

Lan: What's with him? He's all fidgety...

Mick: "Hey, you, come here! There's some weird thing here!"

*in comes a bot*

Lan: It's a Security Bot... What's Mick up to now...?

*mick walks over to the lockers--er, closets*

Mick: "Look, something strange's in this closet, I tell you! Aren't you a Security Bot? Aren't you supposed to protect the school? Well, then, do your job!"

game: "I UNDERSTAND."

*the bot goes in front of the closet*

Mick: "Look real closely!"

*he gets behind the bot*

game: "......" "I DON'T SEE ANYTHING STRANGE..."

Mick: "Aw, come on, you're not looking hard enough! It's... here!"

*he shoves the bot in, screenfade*

game: *clank! clank!* *clank! clank!* *clank!* ... *clank! clank!* ... *clank!* ... *clank!* .........

*lights up on Mick*

Mick: "Hehehe! I got a Security Bot! I'm gonna tell everyone all about it!"

*screenfade; in the dark*

Lan: It's just another one of his pranks... If I tell Mr. Mach, he'll get in trouble again... And anyway, this has nothing to do with Dad. *sigh*... We're almost out of time... MegaMan, let's try to think of another plan.

*well, I think this has everything to do with Dad!*

Lan ... Huh?

game: ... *thunk! thunk! thunk!*

Lan: Hmm, now that I think about it, I think I might have heard something during class... So, this Bot's been in here for 2 days now?

game: *thunk! thunk!* *thunk! thunk!* *thunk! thunk!*

Lan: ... You know I'm here, huh? I guess you can see me from inside there. Well, let's get you out of there...

*he comes closer*

Lan: Hmm... There's some strange lock here... OK, here we go!

*out flies the bot!*

game: *crash!!* *pant!* *pant!* *pant!* *pant!* IT WAS SIMPLY AWFUL!! *pant!* *pant!* *pant!* *pant!*

Lan: Hey, are you OK...?

Mach: Ah!!

*in comes Mach*

Mach: What are you doing here!? I've been looking for you for 2 days!! ... Did you hide him here, Lan Hikari?

Lan: N-No!

Mach: ... Really?

Lan: Really!

Mach: I don't know... sounds kinda fishy. If you're hiding the truth from me, I'll know soon enough. This Security Bot records everything it sees. So it'll be on record! One look at the video, and I'll know the culprit! Wahaha!

Lan: ... Wait... What did you just say, Mr. Mach...?

Mach: I said that this Security Bot records everything it sees. ... What's wrong, Lan? Why the serious face? ... Don't tell me you WERE the one that hid the Bot!?

Lan: Record... MegaMan! Maybe...!

Mega: Yeah! This Security Bot has been in this closet for 2 days, which means that it may have been able to look out into the classroom, and record everything we need!

Lan: Mr. Mach! Where's the recorded data stored for this Bot!?

Mach: Um, the RoboControl PC in the Teachers' Room, but... if you go in there, no pranks, understand!?

Lan: Thank you, Mr. Mach! With this data, maybe we can back up Dad's alibi!

*ec, go jack in*

Mega: Lan, the video data that Security Bot took should be here.

Lan: Well then, MegaMan, it's up to you to find the data of what that Security Bot saw at 4 P.M. yesterday from inside that closet.

Mega: Roger!

*screenfade; in the dark*

Lan: ... I hope it recorded something!

*somehow, it has managed to record an aerial view from inside the locker. O_o*

Lan: Ah! It did!

Mega: Just as we thought, the Bot could see into the classroom.

Lan: Now, where's the footage of Dad...? ... *gulp!*

*there he is!*

Lan: ... There he is!! There's Dad!!

Mega: Alright, Lan! WIth this, we can prove Dad's innocent!

Lan: Yeah! OK, let's hurry to the courthouse with this data!

Mega: Wait, Lan!

Lan: What, MegaMan? We've gotta hurry!

Mega: Maybe this Security Bot... saw one more very important thing.

Lan: Important thing...?

Mega: ... Yeah. Maybe he saw the person that jacked their Navi into the security camera, and erased all the data from after 4 P.M.! In other words, maybe he saw the real culprit!

*screenfade, lights up on a slighty darker schoolroom*

Mega: Here's the video from last night.

*pan up*

Lan: There's no one there...

Mega: Wait! I can hear footsteps! Someone's coming in!

Lan: ......

*uh-oh, it's Ito!*

Lan: ... Huh?

*Ito jacks in*

Lan: Eh? What's...? Why is the Prosecutor here...? Wh-What's going on!?

Mega: ... I don't want to believe it, but there is only one answer!

Lan: N-No way...

Mega: It looks like it... The real culprit of this incident is the Prosecutor! The person that framed Dad is him!

Lan: But why? Why would the Prosecutor do something like this?

Mega: I'd like to know, too... But right now, we're out of time. Let's hurry up and get this data over to the courthouse!

Lan: ... Yeah!

*screenfade*

game: MegaMan got: "ImgData"!!

*to the courthouse!*

Man: Court will not be in session today. Did you have some business here?

Lan: Where is Yuichiro Hikari!?

Man: The criminal, Hikari, should already be in the PunishmentRoom. He should receive his sentence shortly... Why do you want to know?

Lan: His alibi... Yuichiro Hikari had an alibi...

Man: Is that so?

Lan: Yes! It's the truth!

Man: Hmmmmm... I believe you. I'll make an exception this time. You may go to the PunishmentRoom.

*and through the side door there*

Lan: Dad!

*he skates over*

Lan: Dad!

Mega: ... Looks like we made it.

Lan: Dad, can you hear me!? We're gonna get you out of there right now!

Hikari: ... Is that you, Lan? I'm OK, so don't do anything rash, OK...?

Lan: What are you talking about!? What about the zapping...? ... Ack!

*the bots light up*

game: THE PUNISHMENT WILL BEGIN IN 20 MINUTES. BEGIN PREPARATIONS.

Lan: 20 minutes!? We've gotta hurry!

Jailer: Hey! Quiet! Silence is golden in the Punishment Room!

*lan skates over to the jailer*

Lan: Hey, mister! Please listen! Dad's punishment... Real culprit...! So...!!

Jailer: Hey, hey! Calm down, kid! Now what's wrong?

Lan: My Dad...! I've found evidence that supports Yuichiro Hikari's alibi! I can prove he's innocent!

Jailer: I wonder... ... But, no! If you really did, then that means we found an innocent person guilty! He would be the first in Green Town!!

Lan: You've gotta stop the punishment NOW!!

Jailer: Well, you can't do that from here! You have to get permission from the JudgeTree...

Lan: ... Alright. I'll show the JudgeTree the proof, and stop the punishment!

*ec. bc in the courtroom*

Lan: Prosecutor Ito...

Ito: ... Ah, Lan! Did you find something to support your Dad's alibi? If you didn't, it may turn pretty bad for him soon.

Lan: I've found some... It's a recording of the real culprit...

Ito: ...!

Lan: ... What's wrong, Mr. Prosecutor?

Ito: ... I see. I've been unmasked.

Lan: So, you really did...

Ito: ... Yes. The story about your Dad hacking was a lie... But you didn't fall for it, not even the trap in the security camera. And come to think of it, why did the Punishment Robots suddenly stop that time? I've underestimated you... Or was it that my traps were too easy...?

Lan: So all this time, it was you... ... Prosecutor Ito, why did you frame my Dad!?

Ito: Because I have my orders...... People in high places make easy targets. The same with your Navi... Your Navi's skills, your Dad and his brains -- you stand to lose a lot when you have a lot. And you're going to lose it all to "us", the "organization".

Lan: The "organization"!? You can't...!

Ito: Yes, the organization that has caused you so much trouble.

Lan: N-No... Then why did you sentence Captain Blackbeard...?

Ito: Ah, that was because he failed in his mission. Failure is not tolerated in our organization. Anyone who fails, is removed. That is our rule.

Lan: Then, you really...

Ito: ... Yes, my role in the organization is to "remove nuisances to us in a lawful way". That's why I can not take back your Dad's sentence! ... I think our chat is over. ... Do it, JudgeTree! If we do this, we won't have to hide anymore! Pronounce that every person in Cyber City is guilty, and then convict this troublesome boy as a felon!

game: *crack! crack!* I WILL NOW PASS JUDGMENT. ... I PRONOUNCE EVERYONE, GUILTY!

*sparking bots everywhere!*

Mega: Lan, it's too dangerous! You'll get zapped!! For now, I think... we'd better get outta here!

Lan: Yipes! You're right!

*lan skates for the hills. meanwhile, the people in Central are being held by bots in the park, tab among them. mick is being chased by a bot*

game: EVERYONE COME ALONG QUIETLY! DO NOT RESIST ARREST!!!

Kid: What's going on! I haven't done anything wrong!! ... Well, I guess I do like to sneak food here and there.

Tab: I don't remember doing anything that was that bad!

Lady: Tell me what I did wrong!!

Girl: No!! Help me!

Mick: Wah, wah, wah! What's gonna happen to all of us!?

*screenfade. Lan has escaped the courtroom. in the hall:*

Lan: *huff, huff...* ... Are they following us?

*he checks his PET

Lan: What's going on?

Mega: They're probably barricading themselves in there. As long as they have the JudgeTree, the Prosecutor can do whatever he wants! I don't think he wants anyone else near that tree! He really planned this well!

Lan: What should we do... and what's going to happen to Dad!? And... everyone else!?

Mega: Well, it looks like the Prosecutor is manipulating the JudgeTree, and that tree commands the Punishment Robots... I'd say there's only one thing we can do. We've gotta pull the plug on the JudgeTree! If we do that, we can save Dad and stop the Punishment Robots!

Lan: Yeah. We've gotta find a way to get close to the tree!

Mega: Hmm, we can't just go in through the front door... And trying to slip by the Punishment Robots is too risky.

Lan: But if we don't get in there now, they might start Dad's punishment!

Mega: Let's look for another way in! We've gotta find a way to get near the JudgeTree!

*ec. head out the left-hand door and around to another door*

game: ...*beep, beep, beep!* To open this door, please enter the password. "The law governing NetNavi rights is what law number?"

Lan: Navi rights law is what number? I have no idea!

*to our BBs the lawyers in the making!*

Butler Navi: AHH! You're here! "Lawyers in the Making" is always open! Study whenever you'd like! ...Huh? What? NetNavi Rights? Yes, they do have those, and it is covered by Green Town Law No. 153, I believe. That's the kind of zeal for studying we like to see! I'm so pleased!!

*back to the door*

game: ...*beep, beep, beep!* To open this door, please enter the password. "The law governing NetNavi rights is what Green Town law number?" Enter Password:

*153*

game: *beep* *click!!* You May Proceed

*and now we're inside. Nice long pan of the underside of the tree*

Lan: ... Is this... the JudgeTree's roots!?

Mega: That's gotta be it! Lan! You've gotta find a port to jack me in, and then I'll stop the JudgeTree!

Lan: Got it!!

*ec. approach the tree*

game: Go up the ladder?

*yes. lan is now on the tree's platform in the courtroom*

Lan: This is... inside the courtroom...?? That means...

*pan down; oh hay ito*

Lan: Prosecutor Ito!!

Ito: ... Hey, Lan! What are you doing over there?

*he walks over*

Ito: What do you think you're going to do?

Lan: I'm going to stop the JudgeTree!

Ito: Stop? Haha, I suppose you can access the JudgeTree from the control panel in front of you, but you should give up, Lan. My Navi, JudgeMan, is in that tree. On top of that, there is one more guest in that tree today... And that Navi is very powerful, and very evil, indeed!

Lan: Prosecutor Ito... I don't get it. You were so cool during the trial... and you have such a great sense of justice...

Ito: Hahaha... A sense of justice...? I gave up on justice a long time ago.

Lan: But... Why...?

Ito, Ah, long ago, when I was young, I thought, "I'm going to put all the bad people in jail!" But you see, Lan... no matter how many bad people you lock away, there are always new criminals to take their place. ... Yes, I realized the horrible truth. As long as there are humans on this Earth, there will always be crime. It doesn't matter what we do, or what rules we make. And so I lost my faith in justice. Around that time, the "organization" found me, and I was reborn. I figured that if humans couldn't make the perfect society, then I might as well destroy it!

Lan: ...... That's messed up! I can't see how that makes sense at all!

Ito: That's because you're still just a child. You'll understand when you grow up. But I guess we'll have remade the world by then!

Lan: I... really, really respected you, and thought you were cool... But now I see I was wrong about you. So... I will stop you with everything I have!! Let's go, MegaMan!! Jack in! MegaMan, Execute!!

*inside the tree*

Lan: MegaMan, you've gotta find some way to stop the JudgeTree! That should stop Dad's punishment and the Robots!

Mega: Roge... rr!?

game: ... Ha... It...

Mega: I-I hear a voice...

game: Halt. You'll go no further... ... MegaMan, why do you fight so hard against us?

Mega: W-Who... Where are you!?

game: You will answer... Why do you fight so hard against us?

Mega: Why...? Isn't it obvious!? Because it's the right thing to do!

game: Such a showy reason. I'll feel no regret in deleting you. Alright, then! We'll crush you with our strength! Get ready!

Mega: ... Wait!! You... You're...!! ... No good, he's already gone.

Lan: That was probably Prosecutor Ito's Navi just now...

Mega: No, I don't think that was him... But... it did sound like... But that can't be...!

Lan: What's wrong? Have you heard that voice somewhere before...?

Mega: ... No, I'm sorry, Lan. I must have heard wrong. I mean, it's not possible... Anyway, we'd better get going and stop this JudgeTree!

Lan: Y-Yeah...

*and there's the prog with the rules for this area*

Mr. Prog: I'M THE PROGRAM IN CHARGE OF THE JUDGETREE... I'VE GOT A LOT TO SAY IF YOU WANT TO LISTEN...

*Y*

Mr. Prog: AS A COUNTER TO THE RECENT HACKINGS, WE'VE IMPLEMENTED A MEANS TO PREVENT BACKTRACKING IN THIS COMP. STEP ON A PANEL IN THIS AREA, AND GRASS WILL BEGIN TO GROW. STEPPING ON THE GRASS IS REGARDED AS BREAKING THE LAW. ONE OF THE GUARDS IN THIS AREA WILL APPEAR, A COURT WILL BE OPENED, AND VIOLATORS WILL BE PUNISHED. ONE MORE THING. ONE STEP IS CONSIDERED ONE CRIME. STEP ON 3 GRASS PANELS, AND YOU'RE GUILTY OF 3 CRIMES. THE MORE CRIMES COMMITTED, THE BIGGER THE PUNISHMENT... AHH, ANOTHER THING... PRESS THE L BUTTON TO LOOK AT YOUR SURROUNDINGS. PRESS THE L BUTTON AGAIN TO STOP LOOKING. THE BEST THING TO DO IS LOOK AHEAD, THEN MOVE FORWARD. THERE SHOULD BE A DOOR BLOCKING YOUR PATH... THERE'LL DEFINITELY BE BUTTONS NEAR THERE, AND PRESSING ALL OF THEM WILL OPEN THE DOOR. ...TAKE CARE AND GOOD LUCK...

*I just hope everything in there's okay. that's one massive lump of capslock. if you hit L:*

Lan: Want to take a look around, MegaMan!?

*yes, and you get to look around. when all the buttons have been pushed:*

game: The security door has been unlocked!!

*after getting through all the puzzles... it's Colonel!*

Mega: ... Ah! You're...

Lan: No! How... How can...!?

Colonel: It's been a while, MegaMan... Lan. I didn't expect that our next meeting would be like this.

Mega: ... Colonel... I knew it. I knew it was you. That was your voice before, wasn't it? What's going on? What are you doing here, Colonel!?

Colonel: ... You have an idea why, don't you? You know that if I'm here, then this operation is under my command.

Mega: Your command?

Colonel: You could say that Lan's Dad is in the Punishment Room because of me.

Mega: Why are you saying these things, Colonel!? How can you do these things!?

Colonel: You said it yourself earlier... you fight for what you think is right--your own sense of justice. I am merely doing the same. But, I... I have a purpose greater than a sense of justice. And for that, I am standing on this side of the battle. And if it means that I must go against you, then so be it. Nothing personal, but we part ways here, MegaMan!

Mega: Colonel! Do you know what you're saying--what you're doing!? If you really do this, I'll never be able to forgive you!

Colonel: ... So that's how it is, huh? Just as I expected. Given your personality, it's only natural. ... Then I have no choice. From this moment on, we are enemies. Prepare yourself, MegaMan!

Mega: Wait, Colonel!!

Colonel: ... You should know me well enough by now. I show my enemies no mercy! Get used to it!!

*colonel rushes at mega, but then the screen goes white!*

Mega: Waaaah!!

*back to normal, colonel is sparking*

Mega: ...?

Colonel: ... What... What was that attack just now...? It felt like I was being slashed... Hmm!? I feel that presence nearby again...!

*flash!*

Colonel: ...Tsk! Who's there!? Where are you!?

Lan: MegaMan! What just happened!?

Mega: Someone just slashed Colonel at an incredible speed... It looks like there's another Navi in this comp...

Colonel: ... You stopped my attack... Are you taunting me? I don't know who you are, but I'll take care of you myself. JudgeMan!! MegaMan is all yours.

Mega: Wait, Colonel!!

*he jacks out*

Mega: ... So, the "guest" he was talking about was Colonel, huh?

Lan: I want to find out more about Colonel, too... but right now, we've got another enemy to focus on! This guy's probably Prosecutor Ito's Navi!

*judge teleports in front of mega*

Judge: So, thou art MegaMan... I shall be thy enemy. Thou shall tie Colonel's hands no longer.

Ito: JudgeMan, make sure you punish them thoroughly.

Lan: ... Prosecutor Ito! Enough is enough! Please, stop this!

Ito: ... You're a smart boy, Lan. Why do you want to fight against us so much...? Can't you feel it? Can't you understand? All I want is a perfect society, free of crime... But that's just a pipe dream.

Lan: ... I can't forgive crime either, but I've never thought about destroying the whole world because of that! I can't forgive crime because... crime makes the people I care about suffer! I don't want my Dad and Mom to suffer! I don't want Mick and Iris to suffer! That's why I fight!!

Ito: ... You really are still just a child. You're too nice...

Lan: Being nice is a good thing!! You're making people who are important to me suffer right now! That's why I'm fighting you! MegaMan! Let's show them what justice is about! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

Ito: They are felons, JudgeMan.

Judge: ... It does seem as thou says. And criminals shall be punished accordingly!

*whoop judgey*

Judge: ... Arguuwh!! How can this be!?... I have been defeated...!!

*judgey go boom!*

Lan: Hurry, MegaMan! Stop the JudgeTree!!

Mega: OK!! ... Here it is! It's the emergency override button!

*he pushes the button*

game: *BEEP, BEEP, BEEP!!* EMERGENCY SITUATION! SHUTTING DOWN THE JUDGETREE! *BEEP, BEEP, BEEP!!* EMERGENCY SITUATION! SHUTTING DOWN THE JUDGETREE!

*back irl*

Lan: Great job, MegaMan!

Ito: N-No... JudgeMan lost...

*the bots stop sparking*

Lan: The Robots' electric arms stopped zapping! That means Dad's safe, too!!

*o hay, it's En--er, parka*

Parka: ... Hmph.

*he leaves, screenfade. in the dark:*

game: After that, I hurried to Dad's cell. Somehow, we stopped it in time, and Dad was OK. But boy, did we cut it close! There was only 1 minute left. You can't imagine how happy I was we made it... After that, the real culprit of this whole incident, Prosecutor Ito, didn't put up a fight and quietly let himself be arrested by the NetPolice. He wouldn't say anything during the investigation, and after examining the JudgeTree, it was found that the Prosecutor had really messed up the tree's program. It looked like it was going to be really hard to fix, but somehow, a few days later, the tree was able to hold trials again. Its first job was...

*lights up in the courtroom*

game: *crack! crack!* I PRONOUNCE THAT PROSECUTOR ITO, IS... GUILTY!! HE WILL BE STRIPPED OF HIS TITLE OF "PROSECUTOR" EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY.

*screenfade. in the dark:*

Lan's voice: In the end, the trial system set up by the Prosecutor was used to put the Prosecutor himself on trial. I'm sure adults who saw this said to each other, "How ironic"... And I'm pretty sure the Prosecutor got a very harsh punishment... ... Oh, yeah... There was one more person who needed punishing that I can't forget about. That person was in Central Town...

*mach is making mick hold a bucket of water on his head in the school hallway*

Mach: This is what you get for hiding the Security Bot!! And you get to do this for the whole day!!

Mick: ... Yes, Mr. Mach...

*screenfade. evil organization-y music plays. in the dark:*

game: I'm coming in... Oh, it's you... Vic.

*lights up. It's Vic and Barrel in Evil HQ!*

Vic: Ito messed up and got himself busted...

Barrel's voice: I know... Just a little more and Cyber City would have been ours... Prosecutor Ito... He may have fallen, but he managed to do what he needed to. There's no need to worry. Our plan is still going fine. How is "that" operation going, by the way?

Vic: Ah, forget about it! Who do you take me for? I'll get that program, you'll see, ... Baryl!

*what? that is so girly-looking. I am not calling him Baryl*

Barrel: I'll send Colonel to you shortly, just to be safe. Soon, our plans will be realized, and WWW will rise again...

Vic: Yeah, the day will come, but it won't be thanks to Colonel!

[Operator Navi Round 2/Cybeast Worshippers]

*screenfade. Lan is watching the weather on TV*

game: ... And today, rain will fall starting in the afternoon. That's it for the weather today. I'm Mr. Weather, saying good bye from Sky Town!

Lan: You know, I hadn't really noticed since moving here, but the weather forecasts in Cyber City are more like notices!

Mega: Yeah. They control all of Cyber City's weather in Sky Town! So the forecasts are right 100 percent of the time!

Lan: Wow, they can control the weather!? That's cool! You know all sorts of things, MegaMan!

Mega: I don't know that much. Besides, Mr. Mach told us that in class... Which means you were sleeping again!!

Lan: Ack! Um, he really told us in class?... Are you sure...? Ahaha...

Mega: L-a-n!!

game: *beep beep!*

Lan: Ah! I got mail! Hey, hurry up and read it, OK, MegaMan!?

Mega: ... Aaargh!! Hopeless!! Alright, I'll read the mail. It's about round 2 of the Expo Pavilion Operator Navi Selection Test. "Round 2 of the Expo Pavilion Operator Navi Selection Test will take place in Sky Town. Round 2 Selection Test participants should gather there prior to the test." That's what it says!

Lan: Hey, Sky Town! Perfect timing! Just what I wanted to know more about! Come on, MegaMan! Let's go check it out!

Mega: Alright!!

*ec, FINALLY*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

*there are two:*

subject/sender: MrDingo Cls SchBoard (1Cool

message: At the Heliport on the Admin Building in Sky Town, Mr. Dingo has started a Chopper Operator's School. Take this chance to learn this splendid NetBattling style!

subject/sender: 2nd Slction ExecCmte (19)

message: Round 2 of the Expo Pavilion Operator Navi Selection Test will take place in Sky Town. Round 2 Selection Test participants should gather there prior to the test.

*and now it's Sky Town time! And there's Dingo now!*

Dingo: Well if it isn't Lan! It's been a long time, buddy!

Lan: Dingo! What are you doing in a place like this!?

Dingo: I opened a NetBattle class right down there on the helipad! I want to teach people how to chop things clean in two, just like TomahawkMan, so if you want, come check out my class, alright!?

*but we can't do it now. There are other people on this same platform:*

Man: Ooh... I'm so nervous! Gotta concentrate!!

Boy: Once you get in the elevator, you'll be taken straight up 30,000 feet into the air to Sky Town! But I'm scared of heights, so I can't ride it...

*there is also a businessman.*

Lan: Um... I'm here to take part in the Selection Test...

Businessman (I can't believe I almost put down 'BusinessMan'. This final push is doing things to my brain.): Can you please show me the E-mail you got from us?

Lan: Ah, yes!...

Businessman: ... Ah, I see. Thank you. Well then, please take the elevator on up to Sky Town. After you get up there, please head straight ahead towards the big building. My Navi will be waiting inside, so please check in with him.

Lan: OK!

*up the elevator and into Sky Town! On the way to the building...*

Woman: *huff, huff...* Air... so thin... faint... must... ... *huff, huff*

Scientist: The fan, heater, air conditioner, and shower here are familiar objects that represent the weather. The fan is for wind, the heater is for heat, the air conditioner is for coldness, and the shower is for rain.

*there is stuff in all four, but the most interesting one is the shower.*

Hell Navi: Hahahaha... Hey you... You like animals? If you had this item I have, you could call very rare animals... They call it "RushFood"... Wanna buy it for 3000 Zennys?

*oh, yes!*

Hell Navi: Hehehe... Thanks...

game: MegaMan got: "RushFood"!!

Hell Navi: If you use that in the dark corners of the Cyberworld, you can call for something... You don't know the dark corners, huh? Here's a hint... Bones. Figure the rest out for yourself. Up to 9 of those can be used... If you want more, just come back...

*okay, we're locked, loaded, and ready to enter the room!*

Lab Coat: Ah... I'm so nervous! Good luck, kid!!

Mick: Yo, you're late! Good luck to you!

Butler Navi: Welcome to Sky Town! Looks like everyone is just about here. Shall we get started then...?

*bc; suddenly, the room is full of people*

Butler Navi: Ladies and gentlemen! We will now begin round 2 of the Expo Operator Navi Selection Test! This time, we will test your strength in battle!!

Lan: Alright!! That's our specialty!

Mick: Heh! Get too cocky and you'll fall flat on your face!

Lan: I'll pass! Just you wait and see! I lose to no one!

Mick: And no way I'm losing to you!

Butler Navi: THE PLAYING FIELD WILL BE THE NET AREA SKY AREA. SKY AREA HAS TWO PARTS, AND TWO JUDGES IN EACH PART. FIND AND TALK WITH A JUDGE TO BEGIN THE TEST.

Man: Uh, so by test, you mean battle, right?

Butler Navi: THAT IS CORRECT! BEFORE I EXPLAIN HOW TO JACK IN TO THE NET, I'D LIKE TO ASK THAT EVERYONE GO TO MR. WEATHER AND REGISTER.

Woman: What!? We get to meet Mr. Weather!? I watch his weather forecast every day! Ah, I'm so happy!

Lan: Mr. Weather... that's that robot on TV, right?

Butler Navi: THAT IS CORRECT! MR. WEATHER IS THE FAMOUS WEATHER IDOL OF CYBER CITY, BUT HE'S ALSO SKY TOWN'S MAINFRAME SYSTEM! CYBER CITY'S WEATHER IS ALL DECIDED AND CONTROLLED BY HIM!

Lan: Wow, Mr. Weather is really something... That's really neat!

Butler Navi: NOW, PLEASE HEAD TO WHERE MR. WEATHER IS!

*pan over to right-hand doors; butler goes to stand in front of them*

Butler Navi: PLEASE TAKE THIS ELEVATOR DOWN. WHEN YOU STOP, PLEASE GO DOWN THE SMALL SET OF STAIRS THERE.

*he leaves. Back to Lan*

Lan: Alright, let's go!

Mick: Yeah!

*ec, head on down*

Butler Navi: Mr. Weather is over there. Make sure you check in with him.

Dotarou: You're taking the test too? Good! We came for a good battle!

Press: The Operator Navi test is a whole lot tougher than I thought!

Scientist Girl: The umbrella you got earlier is very strong. You could probably even use it as a parachute to float down if you wanted!

*hang on, where did we... know what? Never mind. Hey, look, it's Mr. Weather!*

Lan: So this is the real Mr. Weather...

game: Welcome to Sky Town!

Lan: Wow! He spoke!!

game: Now, here's a little something... Just. For. You!

Lan got: "Umbrella"!!

*so she told us about our umbrella before we even got it. Way to go, game*

game: You will now all go on the Net and take some tests! Speak to our 4 judge Navis on the Net, and you will be asked to bust some viruses! When you beat one set of viruses, you will get a "WinCard"! Once you collect all 4 "WinCards", A through D, please take them to the Navi standing in the big Plaza in Sky Area2! You can ask the Navi where you jack in if you forget! Alright then, GOOD LUCK!!

*...I'm sick, okay? I have no clue where... Navi, right.*

Butler Navi: The test will now start! Good luck to you! Follow this walkway down to the end, where it will lead you outside. Once you're outside, just follow the road to a spacious area. In that area, there is a dish antenna. If you jack in there, you can go on the Net.

*la la--oh, look, a kid*

Kid: I-I'm scared...

*and here we are! Jack in to Sky HP! As an example, here is what happens when you make a Rush shortcut:*

game: MegaMan has thrown 3 pcs. of Rush Food.

*in come the Rushes to make a bridge! Anyway, Mega stumbles across a Judge*

Judge: I am the Level 1 judge... Will you try 3 consecutive virus battles?

*yes*

Judge: Here it comes! Battle START!!

*fight!*

Judge: You're a natural!! Congratulations!! Please take this!

game: MegaMan got: "WinCardA"!!

Mega: Alright!

*ec. Another judge*

Judge: I am the Level 2 judge... Will you try 5 consecutive virus battles?

*yes*

Judge: Ready!? Battle START!!

*fight*

Judge: Congratulations! You're really good! Well, here you are!

game: MegaMan got: "WinCardB"!!

Mega: Alright!!

*ec, another judge*

Judge: I am the Level 4 judge... Will you try 10 consecutive virus battles?

*yes*

Judge: Think you can take on 10 consecutive battles!? Battle STAAAAAAART!! *huff, huff!!*

*fight!*

Judge: Hmm... Victory!! You breezed through that!! I can see your power and speed techniques are blended well! Well then, here you are...

game: MegaMan got: "WinCardD"!!

Mega: Alright!!

*ec, one more judge!*

Judge: I am the Level 3 judge... Will you try 5 consecutive virus battles?

*yes*

Judge: Good luck... Battle START!!

*fight*

Judge: Spleeeeendid!! Such fluid technique! I present this to you...

game: MegaMan got: "WinCardC"!!

Mega: Alright!

*ec. Go find ol' Butler; bc*

Butler Navi: IT SEEMS THAT YOU HAVE FINISHED ALL THE TESTS! NOW PLEASE SHOW ME THE CARDS YOU HAVE COLLECTED.

game: MegaMan showed: "WinCardA", "WinCardB", "WinCardC", and "WinCardD".

Butler Navi: HMM, HMM... VERY NICE! YOU PASSED WITH FLYING COLORS! CONGRATULATIONS! WE WILL SEND YOU A NOTICE ABOUT THE FINAL ROUND SOON. GOOD LUCK ON BECOMING AN OPERATOR NAVI! GIVE THE FINAL ROUND YOUR ALL! AS A BONUS, TAKE THIS. WITH THIS, YOU CAN REMOVE THE CLOUDS IN CENTRALAREA3.

game: MegaMan got: "VacData"!!

Mega: We did it, Lan!!

Lan: Yeah, we did!! The next round is the final... I'm so excited!! I wonder how Mick and the others did?

Mega: Ah!

*here comes Mick's Navi*

Mega: So... How did you do?

Mick's Navi: What do you think!? Does it look like I won!? I totally lost!! I made it to the 4th guy's 8th battle... and then Mick, the idiot, had to go and mess it all up!

Mick: Shut up! You're the one that missed with the WideSwrd there!

Mick's Navi: What!? You're the one with no skill and you blame me!?

Mega: Come on, now... Don't fight... We should start heading home, right...?

Mick's Navi: Hmph, same old, same old. I'm outta here.

*he runs off*

Mega: He's gone...

Butler Navi: THAT NAVI SHOULD BE ABLE TO TAKE CARE OF HIMSELF, BUT THERE IS AN ENTRANCE TO THE UNDERNET AROUND HERE...

game: RRRRRR!!

Mega: It's your autophone, Lan!

Mick: L-Lan! Help!! My Navi... He got taken by some strange Navis from the Undernet!

Lan: No way!

Mick: Please... Help me...

Lan: OK, leave it to us! MegaMan, let's go to the Undernet!

Mega: OK!!

Hell Navi: Uh-oh... I lost the memo with the password on it! I last saw it in... Some Comp in Sky Town I think...

*but we're here for Mick's Navi, lying in front of a statue of Griega and Falzer. bc*

Mega: Hey, are you OK!?

Mick's Navi: Nngh... Ah... ... MegaMan!...

*screenfade, then lights up on Mick's Navi back on his feet*

Mega: Are you hurt?

Mick's Navi: I'm OK... Darn, they really got me good. But those guys that brought me here had better watch out! I'll remember this, and they'll pay next time!

Mega: Um... OK... Hey! Those statues...!

game: THE OFFERING IS ESCAPING!!

*a bunch of Hell Navis run up*

Hell Navi: WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'RE DOING, BLUEY!?

Mick's Navi: It's them! They're the ones that brought me here!

Mega: Who are you!?

Hell Navi: WE ARE THE FOLLOWERS OF THE CYBEASTS! WE WORSHIP THEM. AND IN RETURN, THEY MAKE THIS WORLD EVEN STRONGER!! YOU TWO ARE GOING TO BE CHOW FOR THE CYBEASTS!

Mega: Cy-Cybeasts...

Mick's Navi: Looks like these guys don't know that MegaMan has one.

Hell Navi: WHAT ARE YOU GOING ON ABOUT...? ANYWAY, YOU TWO WILL BE ENOUGH FOR BOTH CYBEASTS! HEY, CYBEASTS! DINNER'S HERE! UUUU LAAA!!

Lan: MegaMan, be careful!

Mega: Yeah, I know... Ugh...!

*Mega collapses, flashing*

Mick's Navi: M-MegaMan... W-What's going on!?

Mega: ... Inside of me... The Cybeast... trying...

Lan: No way! Is that statue making the Cybeast stronger!?

Hell Navi: UUUU LAAAA!!

Mega: Nnnghuuuwaaaa... Jack out... quickly! Cybeast... breaking... free... Hurry...

Mick's Navi: No, you're jacking out with me!

Mega: ... Grrr... I'm trying... keep the Cybeast down... not much longer... I-I'll be OK. ... You... hurry!! If you don't... I might hurt... you...

Mick's Navi: I... OK... I'm sorry...

*Mick's Navi jacks out*

Hell Navi: THE OFFERING IS ESCAPING! WHATEVER. WE STILL GOT ONE. THIS SHRIMP SHOULD BE ENOUGH. UUUU LAAAA!!

Mega: U-U-Uuuugha!!

*rumble*

Hell Navi: W-WHAT'S THIS POWER!?

Mega: U-Uughaaaaa!!

*beast out*

Hell Navi: TH-THAT FORM...

Beast Out Mega: *screeeech...*

Hell Navi: C-CYBEAST...

Beast Out Mega: *s-screeeech...!*

Mega: Falzar... I'm not gonna give in to you...!!

*Mega returns to normal and collapses*

Hell Navi: THAT WAS THE CYBEAST'S SHAPE!

Lan: MegaMan! MegaMan! Wake up, MegaMan!! Oh, no! I've gotta save MegaMan!!

*ec whiteout. When boarding a bus without Mega:*

Lan: Oh. The LevBus is here!

*to Green Town!*

Tengu: Ah, if it isn't Lan Hikari... Did you come to operate me?

*yes. head on over to where Mega is*

Lan: Hang on, MegaMan!

Mega: Uuuugh... ... Uuwaaaah!!

*beast out*

Lan: M-MegaMan...!!

Beast Out Mega: *screeeeech!!*

Tengu: Hmm. The beast comes, Lan. What shall I do!?

Lan: Hold on... A little bit of his spirit might still be in there!! MegaMan!! Please!! Wake up!!

Tengu: Oogh!! I understand how you feel about MegaMan, but his heart has been totally taken over!

Lan: MegaMan!! P-Please!! W-Wake up!!

*rumble time*

Beast Out Mega: *screeeech!!*

Tengu: Unnngh!!

*flash; Mega has been hit by a blue-cloaked figure and is KO'd, out of Beast Out*

Lan: MegaMan!! ... Who are you!? You move at such an incredible speed that no one can see you... ... Are you the Navi that fought Colonel in the JudgeTree...?

Cloak: ... Don't worry. He is merely unconscious... Lan Hikari, even if you have to delete MegaMan, you must stop him. Would you let your weakness for him put this Navi, and the whole Cyberworld in danger? Don't forget that MegaMan is now a great danger to everyone. This time was a warning. Next time... No mercy...

*Cloak jacks out*

Lan: My weakness... I'm... I'm...

Tengu: I could see your strong feelings for MegaMan... You must be tired as well. Come, let us jack out.

*he and Mega jack out; screenfade*

Lan's voice: The next day after school...

game: *ding, dong, ding, dong*

Mach: That's it for today! Make sure you all go straight home!

game: Good bye, Mr. Mach!

*screenfade, lights up on Lan and Tab next to Mick's desk*

Lan: Hey, Mick, let's go home!

Tab: Yeah!

Mick: .........

Lan: What's wrong...? You're not still thinking about yesterday, are you? ... Look, it's OK! Really!

Tab: What happened yesterday?

Mick: ... But I couldn't do anything...

Lan: That's why I said don't think about it anymore! ... Besides, I couldn't do anything either...

Tab: Hey, what happened?

Mega: Come on, you two! I don't like seeing both of you down! Lan, Mick, look! I'm fine, really! So let's go home!

Lan: MegaMan... See, Mick, even he says he's OK, so c'mon, let's go!

Mick: ... OK!

Tab: Grr! Can't you guys tell me even just a little bit!?

Mick: I'll race you to the front foyer!

*he takes off*

Tab: Hey! I'm going, too!!

*he takes off*

Mega: It's good to see Mick back to his usual self!

Lan: Ack! We'd better get going!!

*ec. In the entry*

Kid: Huh? The CopyBot's missing? Maybe it went off somewhere.

Little Kid: Or maybe they took it in for maintenance?

*alternatively:*

Little Kid: Maybe it decided to go for a walk?

Kid: Ahahahaha! As if!

[Wild Weather/TomahawkMan - Class 3]

*outside the gate, there's Mick*

Lan: Huh? Where's Tab?

Mick: Oh, he has to work so he went home already.

Lan: ... Huh? Was it supposed to rain today? It was all sunny this morning...

Mick: I'm pretty sure it was supposed to be sunny all day today.

*it gets brighter*

Mick: See?

Lan: A-a-achoo!! ... Brrrrr! Is it just me, or did it get cold all of a sudden?

Mick: Y-Yeah...

*it's snowing!*

Lan: S-S-Snow!?

Mick: Did something happen in Sky Town!? It's like who knows what the weather's gonna do next! We'd better get going!

Lan: I guess so.

Mick: See ya!

*Mick walks off; it gets windy*

Lan: Wah! Now it's the wind! Gotta get home NOW!

*he skates off. Iris comes out*

Iris: .........

*ec, Lan is at his door. Walk inside:*

Lan: I'm home! Mom! The weather's gone crazy!

Haruka: Welcome home! Lan, can you come here?

Lan: What's up...!?

*he skates over to the TV*

Lan: Mom, what's wrong?

Haruka: Oh, it's terrible! Take a look at the news!

Lan: The news?

*a guy is in Sky Town, which is all dark and ominous*

Guy: This is a bulletin from the Sky Town Admin Building. The weather in Cyber City is unstable at the moment, however there are people looking into the situation. For now, we are asking that people please stay indoors!

*rumble!*

Guy: Aaaaaah!

*rumbling stops*

Guy: Please be patient. The weather will return to normal very shortly.

*rumble rumble all over the place--hey, it's Iris!*

Haruka: It looks like we can't go outside for a while... I guess I'll go tidy up a bit.

*she leaves for your room*

Lan: Hey, MegaMan... That was Iris on TV, wasn't it?

Mega: Yeah, but I have no idea why she'd be there. Isn't it dangerous to be in Sky Town by yourself right now?

Lan: That's what I was thinking... Let's go to Sky Town, MegaMan!

Mega: Yeah!

*ec. Go to Sky Town, where Dingo holds his class rain or shine!*

Dingo: Yo! This is some strange weather, but we still have class!! You're here to take my class!?

*yes*

Dingo: Once class starts, you aren't allowed to suddenly quit. You are also not allowed to leave until class ends! Those two rules OK with you?

*yes. bc*

Lan: But it's kinda weird to have you as a teacher, Dingo!

Dingo: Ahem! That's Mr. Dingo from now on! Joking, joking! I'm doing this to be a better person. And the pay's pretty good, too!

Lan: Oh? Wow, you're really working hard...

Dingo: Flattery will get you nowhere! Alright, let's get this lesson started! Look at it this way, work's a craft you gotta do carefully.

Lan: OK, then I'll pay extra attention, Mr. Dingo!

Dingo: For my class, you'll be operating my Wood-based Navi, TomahawkMan. You'll learn to hear the voice of Mother Earth, and learn how to use the power of Wood.

Lan: Can I really learn all that just by operating TomahawkMan?

Dingo: Sure. That's because my class is based on an old, sacred ritual we do in my hometown. I'm sure the Earth's spirits would lend you their powers!

Lan: R-Ritual...? Sounds kinda scary...

Dingo: I'll be with you, so have a little more faith! TomahawkMan's waiting for us in that control panel.

Lan: OK!

*ec. Go up to the panel*

Toma: Hey! How've you been!? Glad to see you again! Let's give it all we've got!

Lan: Yeah, nice to see you too! Hey, um, so what is this ritual thing? I don't like things that hurt...

Toma: Nah, it's nothing that's going to hurt you, Lan. After all, rule number one: if the customer gets hurt, that's bad. Anyway, I'm not going to tell you what the ritual's about here!

Lan: Aww, come on! You gotta tell me! Please!

Toma: Alright, alright. We're gonna be using all of Sky Area. In Sky Area, there are 4 Totem Poles... You're going to operate me, and find those Totem Poles, and then we're going to go through some trials...

Lan: T-Trials... I'm gonna make it through every one!

Toma: That's the spirit! Chop, chop, let's go!

*ec. I would like to take a moment to say that I love how Tomahawkman runs. Back to your regular script. First Totem*

game: You... Shall you take our test?

*yes*

game: Begin the test!! Press the B Button to take up the tomahawk, and destroy 30 of us!

*this sounds like that thing in End City. I DON'T LIKE THIS.*

game: We have 3 stages of growth. If you do not destroy us before our last stage of growth, a thunderous attack will befall you! During the test, beings with wings will help you... Use the L Button and R Button to slash left and right... Now, let the test begin...

*oh, it was just like a Netbattle. That was easy.*

game: Those who have passed the test may proceed...

*the totem vanishes, on to the next one*

game: You... Shall you take our test?

*yes*

game: Time for the test!! Press the B Button to take up the tomahawk, and destroy 50 of us! We have 3 stages of growth. If you do not destroy us before our last stage of growth, a thunderous attack will befall you! During the test, beings with wings will help you... Use the L Button and R Button to slash left and right... Now, let the test begin...

*whee!*

game: Those who have passed the test may proceed...

*the totem vanishes, on to the next one. Detour at a large tree*

Toma: Heh, this tree will fall in no time flat! Tomahawk Swing!!

game: The cybertree was split into two!!

*here's a cloud*

Toma: Hey, cloud! Here's a Tomahawk Swing for you!!

game: The Tomahawk Swing's strong wind blew the cloud away!!

*lolwut? And here's a totem!*

game: You... Wilt thou take our test?

*yes*

game: Begin the test!! Press the B Button to take up the tomahawk, and destroy 70 of us! We have 3 stages of growth. If you do not destroy us before our last stage of growth, a thunderous attack will befall you! During the test, beings with wings will help you... Use the L Button and R Button to slash left and right... Now, let the test begin...

*whee!*

game: Those who have passed the test may proceed...

*the totem vanishes, on to the next one*

game: You... Wilt thou take our test?

*yes*

game: Begin the test!! Press the B Button to take up the tomahawk, and destroy 100 of us! We have 3 stages of growth. If you do not destroy us before our last stage of growth, a thunderous attack will befall you! During the test, beings with wings will help you... Use the L Button and R Button to slash left and right... Now, let the test begin...

*bam! biff! pow!*

game: You have overcome our test... Take one final test upon returning to the real world would be good for you...

Lan: A final test...

Dingo: Lan, jack out!! I'll be giving you the final test!!

Lan: Whatever you say! Jack out, TomahawkMan!!

Toma: OK!!

*totem vanishes, toma jacks out, screen goes white, back to the real world*

Dingo: Lan, the final test is a battle with TomahawkMan!! I'm sure you're already prepared!!

*yes*

Dingo: Chop him up, TomahawkMan!!

Lan: Let's go MegaMan! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

*beat toma*

Dingo: Ooh, good job... Looks like you're rarely missing now!

Lan: Thanks, but it's really because of your class... I used to be really bad at this. I've learned a lot!

Dingo: Glad to hear it! TomahawkMan's going to be one of your Link Navis, alright!?

game: TomahawkMan became Lan's LinkNavi!

Dingo: You can now use his powers with the TomahawkCross!

Lan: Thanks, Dingo! I'm gonna master all the things you two have taught me!

Dingo: Good! If you want to operate TomahawkMan, just come back here!

Lan: OK! See you later!

*ec. Now, let's kick some ElementMan butt!*

[Blue]

[ElementMan - Sky Town]

Scientist: The cause of the recent string of strange weather is most certainly on the Sky Town computer system. The system admins are doing repair work up there now... I wonder how they're doing?

Lan: The elevator is completely stopped... I wonder if the elevator control program has a problem?

*it's pretty, like a giant piece of bling*

Lan: How is it, MegaMan?

Mega: Um... Hold on and I'll take a look! Um... Hmm...

game: A virus suddenly jumps out at MegaMan!!

*That feels very Oregon Trail. "One of the oxen has died! Buster has dysentry! A virus suddenly jumps out at MegaMan!" Why does this game have sprites when they never seem to contribute that much?*

Mega: Waaaah!!

*netbattle ON THE PRAIRIE. Mega survives the crossing!*

Mega: Piece of cake!

*the bling goes green!*

Mega: Alright! The system's back to normal! How is it on your side, Lan?

Lan: The elevator's moving again! Thank you, MegaMan! OK, off to Sky Town!

*jack out. I think the other reason 'virus jumps' is so weird is that most of the game lines are past tense, and now we're suddenly in present. Be consistent! Anyway, the PET rings.*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender: TmhawkCross Dingo (20)

message: I'm going to explain the usage of TomahawkCross. When TomahawkCross is activated, Wood chips that do not dim the screen do 2x damage when they are powered up! Also, you will never fall victim to abnormal statuses, like becoming paralyzed or confused! However, there are flaws. Fire attacks will do twice as much damage to you than they did before. Power from the land. Try TomahawkCross for yourself!

*up in the skyyyyy, bc*

Lan: I'm sure Iris was around here somewhere... Maybe she went further in...

game: Who's there!? I'm sure I stopped the elevator!

Lan: Who are you!?

Guy: Now where have I seen your face before... It doesn't matter. You're not going to ruin my plan! Ha, ha!!

*all of the giant appliances start up*

Lan: Isn't that person from the Admin Building!? You think maybe he's the one causing this mess in Sky Town? We've gotta find Iris quick...!!

Guy: An unexpected pest has turned up... If I don't finish my work before "he" gets here...

*he walks down the stairs, ec. Jack into the fan*

Mega: OK, it should be air... Waaah! A virus!!

*you won't make it a day out West with all that 'waaaah'-ing. Though the Netbattling skills do help. After that's done, the fan shuts off*

Lan: Ok, we've shut off the cyclone! Jack out, MegaMan, and let's keep going!

Mega: Roger!

*ec. heater next*

Mega: ... A v-virus!!

*wimp. You have SpoutCross, it's no big deal. The heater shuts off*

Lan: We stopped the heatwave! Jack out, MegaMan, and let's get going!

Mega: Roger!

*ec, shower next*

Mega: If we can normalize this...... A v-virus!!

*they're just puffies. chill.*

Lan: OK! It's stopped raining! Jack out, MegaMan, and let's hurry on!

Mega: Roger!

*ec, finally to the a/c*

Mega: Lan, let's normalize this control panel! Let's go!

Lan: OK!!

*so we're to the hardest virus group here, and now you're relaxed?*

Lan: That takes care of the ice! Jack out, MegaMan, and let's keep going! We've cleared the path now, so let's go, MegaMan!

Mega: OK!!

*ec. get inside. the room is empty.*

Lan: Iris... isn't here?

game: *clank!!*

*Iris leaves through the far door.*

Lan: Iris!!

*he starts to follow, but...*

game: *clank* *clank!!*

Lan: W-What's that sound!?

*it's in the lockers!*

game: *clank* *clank!!*

Lan: Sounds like there's something in the closet... I wonder if that guy from before is hiding in there...

Mega: I'm worried about Iris, but I think you should check out the locker first...

Lan: Y-Yeah...

*ec, go to lockers, bc*

Lan: It sounds like it's coming from inside here...*

game: *clank* *clank!!*

Lan: Aaah!! There really is something in there!

*well, duh.*

Lan: OK, I'm gonna open it...

game: *clank!!*

*whoa, sprites, you contributed! The Guy impressively tumbles out of the lockers and is out cold on the ground*

Lan: Waaah!! Ah, it's the guy from before! You were hiding in here!? Hurry up and fix Sky Town! ... Wait, something looks strange...?

Guy: Y-You're mistaken... That fiend dressed up as me...

Lan: Then... You're the real person from the Admin Building?

Guy: Y-Yes... But that doesn't matter... That guy is after the Force Program...

Lan: Force Program...?

Guy: Yes... The Force Program amplifies the power of nature. We then use that power to make all different kinds of weather. But that's not all. Sky Town uses the power made by the Force Program to move and stay in the air. If that Program was taken, Sky Town would fall to the Earth!!

Lan: What!?

Guy: Please... Protect the Force Program... ... *thud*

Lan: Hey, mister!!

Mega: It's OK. He just fainted. He should wake up in a little bit. More importantly, we've gotta protect the Force Program!

*screen shaking time!*

Lan: Right! This is no time for dilly-dallying!

*ec. Follow Iris outside, where a bc happens*

Lan: After I cross this bridge and take the elevator down, the Force Room should be right around there...

Mega: Lan, be careful! The wind is really strong. If you fall there's nothing to catch you...

Lan: I-I know... *gulp* H-Here goes...

*rumble!*

Lan: W-Whoaaa!!

*rumbling stops*

Lan: It's swaying a lot... If I don't hurry...

game: *crunch, crack!!*

Lan: Aaahh!!

*the bridge falls*

Lan: Now what...? How do I get to the Force Room now...?

Mega: ... What should we do...?

*rumble*

Lan: We're running out of time! I'm gonna have to... ...jump for it!

Mega: L-Lan! You're not really...

Lan: Yes, it's the only way.

*he skates back*

Lan: Here goes...

Mega: It's too dangerous! Lan!!

Lan: I know, but right now I don't have any other choice! OK... Deep breath... Go!!

*he chickens out*

Lan: ... Ah! It's too scary...

Mega: Hey, Lan...

Lan: Yes, MegaMan?

Mega: ... I'll jump across first. And then I can catch you on the other side!

Lan: You... jump...? But how?

Mega: There's that man's CopyBot in the Operator's Room.

Lan: Ah, I see... But are you sure you want to do this?

Mega: Yeah! Leave it to me! Hmm, I need to find a good place to jump from... I think I should jump from a higher place...

Lan: And you were going to tell me when!?

*ec, find copybot*

Lan: Send MegaMan into the CopyBot?

*yes*

Mega: Transfer complete!!

*go to higher platform with sun thing, bc*

Mega: First, I jump across...

*he runs back*

Mega: Hup!!

*more sprite contribution as Mega clears the long jump!*

Mega: Now it's your turn, Lan! Don't worry, I'll catch you! Now jump!

Lan: OK, OK... I can do this... B-but... what if I mess up my landing...? If only I could sorta float down somehow... ... I know! I'll use that thing!!

*skates back*

Lan: Here I come, MegaMan!

Mega: Alright!!

Lan: OK, 3... 2... 1... GO!!

*he jumps and opens the umbrella! He hovers in midair*

Lan: See, nothing to it!

Mega: Hey! It's that umbrella you got earlier!

Lan: It's a little scary, but it feels nice floating up here.

game: *snap!!*

Lan: ... Huh!?

Mega: Lan!!

game: *snap, snap!*

Lan: The umbrella!! W-Whaaaaaa!!

*he drops out of sight... but we pan down to see Mega's got him*

Mega: See, I told you I'd catch you!

Lan: MegaMan...

*screenfade, now they're closer to the elevator*

Mega: Well, time to return to the PET.

*he does so*

Lan: Now, on to the Force Room!!

*ec. All is silent in the Force Room. Go up to Mr. Weather for a bc*

Lan: Ah, it's that guy!!

Guy: Tsk!

Lan: How long are you gonna disguise yourself? I already know you're a fake Admin Building person!

Guy: You're such a pain. I was going to wear this disguise until the end, and then blame it all on that old guy. Well, whatever. I'll ditch this ugly old guy look, and show you my true, wonderful self!

*you're no rose yourself, honey.*

Lan: Showing your real face at last, huh? What are you gonna do with the Force Program!?

Vic: Hmph, I didn't realize you knew that much... We need a lot of energy to make our plan work. If we use the Force Program, we can get all the energy we need! We need a lot of energy because "they" need about as much energy to move around as Sky Town does!

Lan: Who in the world are "they"!?

Vic: Demons who'll throw humans into the pit of fear... Too bad you won't be seeing them, though, because you'll be too busy crashing into the ground with Sky Town! ElementMan! Get the Force Program!

Element: KIPIRIRI PIRIKIRAPIRA... (I'm trying but...) PIPIKIRIIRA KIRAPIRA (security's a bit tight!!) PIRIRAAAAAAA!! (Curses!!)

*rumble rumble*

Lan: I won't let you get away with this! Jack in, MegaMan! Execute!!

*in the Internet*

Lan: We can't let them get their hands on the Force Program! It's up to you, MegaMan!

Mega: Roger!

*ec. As always, there's a Mr. Prog to explain the rules of today's minigame:*

Mr. Prog: HEEEEY!! THIS IS A REEEALLY BIIIIG STORM!

Mega: What's causing the weather mess-up around here!?

Mr. Prog: A TYPHOON VIRUS THAT UP AND INVADED! THAT VIRUS IS WHAT'S CAUSING THIS HARD DOWNPOUR, AND THAT GIANT RAIN CLOUD TO BLOCK UP THE ROAD. HOW RUDE!

Mega: Isn't there some way to fix this?

Mr. Prog: HMM... 7 PIECES OF RAINBOW DATA ARE SCATTERED IN THIS AREA. IF YOU COLLLECT THEM ALL, YOU COULD USE "RAINBOW POWER". WITH THAT POWER, YOU COULD SURROUND THE TYPHOON VIRUS...

Mega: Surround the typhoon with Rainbow Power... OK, I'll give it a try!

Mr. Prog: R-REALLY? OH, THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! ... UM, THE RAINBOW DATA IS SURROUNDED IN THE UPPER AREA. IF YOU FOLLOW THE PATH THAT'S BESIDE ME, THERE'S A CLOUD YOU CAN STAND AND MOVE AROUND ON. IF YOU RIDE ON THAT, YOU CAN MOVE AROUND IN THE UPPER AREA! BUT THE CLOUD IS VERY FRAGILE. IF IT'S HIT BY 3 STRONG ATTACKS, IT WILL DISAPPEAR, SO PLEASE BE CAREFUL!

Mega: Got it! ... Alright, let's give the cloud a try!

*do so, gather the pieces*

Mega: The Rainbow Data is complete! While on a cloud, press the A Button to shoot out some Rainbow Power! Use that Power to make a ring around the typhoon!

*do so*

game: The Rainbow Power washed the typhoon away.

Mega: ... The rain's stopped! The cloud has disappeared! The road's clear! We can go forward now!

*rinse and repeat*

Mega: The Rainbow Data is complete! While on a cloud, press the A Button to shoot out some Rainbow Power! Use that Power to make a ring around the typhoon!

*do so*

game: The Rainbow Power washed the typhoon away.

Mega: ... The rain's stopped! The cloud has disappeared! The road's clear! We can go forward now!

*rinse and repeat*

Mega: The Rainbow Data is complete! While on a cloud, press the A Button to shoot out some Rainbow Power! Use that Power to make a ring around the typhoon!

*do so*

game: The Rainbow Power washed the typhoon away.

Mega: ... The rain's stopped! The cloud has disappeared! The road's clear! We can go forward now!

*yes, it does say the exact same things every time. Confront Element*

Mega: I won't let you have the Force Program!

Element: PIPIPI... (Hahaha...) PIKIRIRAPIKIRA (Too bad, because) PIRIRURIKIRIRI PIRIRI (I've already got) PIRIKIRIRIRARIRI! (the Force Program!)

Mega: What!?

*really.*

Vic: ElementMan! Delete that Navi!

Element: PIKIRARAPIKIRA... (Roger...) KIKIRAPIRA PIKIRIRA (You'll be deleted) RAKIRIPIRA! (here and now!)

Lan: We're not that easy to beat!

Element: PIKKURU! (Hmph!) PIKIRIRARI PIRIRIRAKIRI (You have spirit,) PIRARII! (but you're going down!)

Lan: Here he comes, MegaMan! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

Element: PIKIRIIRU! (I'll delete you!)

*PIKIRAKIRU RAPIKIPIRA (Battle Elementman)*

Element: PIPPIRIRIKKU... ...PIRIRAAKI... ...RIRIRII!!!

*element goes boom*

Vic: W-What!? ElementMan... You beat ElementMan!?

Mega: ......

*irl*

Lan: You're not getting away!

Vic: Tsk, I thought you were just a kid. I underestimated you!!

Lan: Now turn yourself in to the police!

Vic: Sorry, but...

*he does a disco pose*

Vic: no way am I going to the Punishment Room!

*flash!*

Lan: Waaah!! M-My eyes!!

Vic: Phwahahaha, see you later, you little pest!! Urk! H-Hey! Let me go!!

*Mr. Weather's got him!*

Vic: Let go! Darn this stupid...!

game: I will not let go! I will not let you take the Force Program!!

Vic: Curses... This stinks...

Lan: Awesome job, Mr. Weather!!

*shouri no pose! Lan takes out his PET*

Lan: Oh, that's right, I have to find Iris!

Colonel's voice: Screen Divide!!

game: *booooom!!*

Lan: W-What's that!?

*oh noes, Mr. Weather is gray and smoking! Vic is free!*

Lan: Mr. Weather!!

Colonel's voice: Lan Hikari... Somehow, it seems we are fated to fight one another...

Lan: T-That voice...!

*Colonel is behind Mr. Weather! He teleports out front*

Lan: C-Colonel!! The CopyBot MegaMan used earlier... you...!

Colonel: Vic... Take the Force Program and return to base...

Vic: ... Darn it!!

*he poofs away*

Lan: Ah!!

Colonel: Don't look away when your opponent is in front of you!

*Colonel slashes at Lan! He falls over*

Lan: Colonel! Stop this! Please wake up!

Colonel: You're the one that needs to wake up, Lan Hikari... The one you see now, is the real me... We, the WWW, will delete anyone that stands in our way!! This time, I won't miss...

Lan: N-Noooo!!

*screen goes black*

Lan: ... Huh? I don't feel any pain...

*lights up, Iris is in front of Lan, arms outstretched*

Lan: I-Iris...

Iris: ......

Colonel: W-Why... are you... here...?

Iris: .........

Colonel: ... Argh!!

*he turns away*

Colonel: Your life has been spared for now, Lan Hikari... But the next time we meet, you won't be so lucky.

*he leaves the copybot. Lan gets up*

Lan: Looks like I owe you another one, Iris. Heh, I can't tell who's trying to save who anymore!

Iris: ... I'm glad you're not hurt, Lan...

Lan: Iris... Just who are you...?

*rumble start!*

Lan: Waaaaaah!!

Mega: Lan! Sky Town's falling!

Lan: With the main energy source created by the Force Program, and Sky Town's main computer, Mr. Weather, gone...

*pan to weather, still gray*

Lan: We're gonna end up as fish food at the bottom of the ocean!

Iris: .........

*she goes up to the computer and starts typing*

game: *click, clack, click* *tap, tap, click* ... *beep!* SKY TOWN BACKUP ELECTRICITY SYSTEM ONLINE.

*they stop rumbling*

Lan: W-Wow... You fixed it! Iris... What...

Iris:.........

game: *click!!*

Lan: Sounds like the elevator's working again! ... Ah!! She disappeared again... *sigh* ... Iris... Who are you...?

[Insurgents in the WWW/Operator Navi Round 3]

game: A few days later... news spread throughout Central Town that two prisoners had escaped from the Green Town Punishment Room.

Barrel: ... So the two shameless fools return. Don't think that I've already forgotten how embarrassingly disgraceful you two acted.

Kurohige: ... *urgk*

Ito: ......

Yuika's voice: ... Yoohoo!

*up come Vic and Yuika*

Yuika: You're in trouble now! You've made him mad!

Vic: If it isn't the two useless punks!

Barrel: You two are quick to forget... Just remember that you two are no better than them, Yuika, Vic...

Vic: H-Hey!

Yuika: What are you talking about!?

Barrel: Let's see. Who was it that only got us 1 of the Cybeasts, and then allowed MegaMan to get the other...?

Yuika: ... Urk!

Barrel: And who was it that without Colonel's help, would have lost us the Force Program...?

Vic: ... Tsk.

Barrel: WWW doesn't need no-brained, useless failures. The next mission is your last chance! Mess this up and you're out for good...

Vic: (Tsk... Who made him king?)

Barrel: The mission this time... We'll be going after the Cybeast inside MegaMan's body. We'll cause a disturbance, and kidnap him then. This mission is too important to mess up, so this time I'm not leaving it up to you failures. I've requested this person go along with you. ... Enter.

*gasp! It's Mr. Mach!*

Ito: You... You're... BlastMan's operator, aren't you? A rare sight, indeed, since you said you don't want to be spotted here...

Mach: ......

Kurohige: And such an interestin' hobby ye got 'ere, matey! Ye look like a teacher to the kids, but yer a member of WWW with the rest of this scurvy crew! It's scandalous, is what! Gahahahaha!

Barrel: That's enough useless talk. There's more planning to be done... First, we're going to split into two teams. BlastMan and DiveMan will form one, and JudgeMan and ElementMan will form the other. CircusMan will stay behind and support the two teams. We will get that other Cybeast, one way or another. I will not forgive failure...

*he walks off*

Vic: ... Curses! He treats us like a bunch of idiots! Who does Baryl think he is!?

Ito: ... He was acting a little high and mighty, wasn't he?

Vic: Hey, the guy joined WWW way after all of us! So how did he end up commanding us!?

Kurohige: Ye be tellin' the truth there, matey!

Yuika: But they say he's invincible, and his Navi... he's too strong for us to beat...

Vic: ... Yeah, but a man's got his limits, and I'm at mine! Look, those two are strong, but if we all work together, I bet we stand a chance...

Kurohige: Oh, ye got some good idea, Vic?

Ito: You aren't thinking of...?

Vic: Yeah... We're going to ditch WWW, and rule the world ourselves! Good idea, no?

Ito: But... that's...

Vic: Better make up your mind. So is everyone in? OK, we'll act like Baryl's servants...

Yuika: Tee, hee, hee! I know a little something that might be useful!

Vic: Oh? What's this "useful thing", Yuika?

Yuika: Well, as luck would have it, I happen to know a certain person who said to me, "Let's betray WWW together"...

Ito: Wait, wait, wait... "Together"? Are you saying that this person is somehow related to WWW?

Yuika: ... Tee, hee. It's "that" person. The one and only "benefactor" who's helped WWW a lot.

Kurohige: Yer pullin' at me leg, girl! That's some tall tale yer tellin' us. That "benefactor" 'as been givin' the WWW money from the beginnin'! Why would he want to be a mutinous dog now...?

Yuika: I don't know! He said something like, "I said I'd help, but I never said I was on WWW's side." He's probably got his own reasons.

Vic: Well, I say it doesn't matter what his reasons are! This is our chance! We should join this "benefactor"! It'd be better than being under Baryl!

Kurohige: Then what are we doin' still followin' Baryl!?

Vic: No, not so fast... We should wait. Let's follow Baryl's commands for just a little longer. We'll wait until the time is right, and then we take over! Hahaha, just you wait, Baryl!

Mach: ......

*meanwhile, Barrel is talking to... (gasp) Dr. Wily!*

Barrel: So you were here all this time... ... Dr. Wily.

Wily: ... Baryl. ... It is nearly finished. Isn't it magnificent? Slowly, one step at a time, my dream becomes a reality.

Barrel: ... We got the Force Program. ... Here, Doctor.

Wily: So this is the Force Program. ... Mwahaha. We finally have another crucial piece.

Barrel: Have you told this to the "benefactor"?

Wily: No, there's no need. He's finally revealed his true colors. He wants the Cybeast that's in our possession. So, we'll keep him in the dark and let him think what he wants. ... Baryl, now is the time to break our connection to our "benefactor"!

Barrel: But don't we need a lot of things that only our "benefactor" can give us for our plan to work...? If we cut our source, we would only hurt ourselves...

Wily: Mwahaha, that is where you're wrong. All this time, our plan... never needed that "benefactor" at all! All that remains is the "control panel".

Barrel: ......

Wily: In just a little while... we will bring about the end of the world! ... Mwa, ha, ha... Waaahahahaha!!

game: Meanwhile, in Central Town...

Official Girl: ... At long last, ladies and gentlemen! The final round of the Expo Pavilion Operator Navi Selection Test will now begin!

Lan: It's finally starting!

Mega: Stay loose, Lan!

Official Girl: ... But before I explain the rules for this round, a man who is a great sponsor of the Expo, and is the mayor of Cyber City, Mayor Cain, is here to say a few words! Mayor Cain, if you please.

*it's Cain... and Parka!*

Lan: What's he...?

Official Girl: Please go ahead, Mayor.

Cain: I want to thank you NetBattlers for coming here today. Ever since I became Mayor, it's been a big dream of mine to host an Expo. I truly believe that the success of this Expo depends on the Operator Navi who is chosen here today, so your role is very important. Therefore, let us now begin the final round of the Expo Pavilion Operator Navi Selection Test!

game: *clap, clap, clap...*

Official Girl: Thank you, Mayor Cain!

Cain: I hope that everyone will fight bravely. Good luck!

*he and Parka leave*

Lan: ... That guy standing right behind the Mayor... I'm almost sure it's the same creepy guy from Green Town...

Mega: But he kinda seemed like the Mayor's bodyguard... Now I'm curious. I wonder who he is...

Official Girl: I will now explain how the final round will work. Today, we will be asking you to find a specific "thing". That "thing" is... the legendary gem, "MoonStone". It's said that this "MoonStone" exists somewhere in the Undernet. I'm sure you are all aware, but the Undernet is a very dangerous place. If you don't feel up to the task, please back out now.

Lan: Hmmm, a legendary gem, huh...? It feels totally different to be in the final round.

Official Girl: The person who finds the "MoonStone" first will be awarded the Operator Navi position! Is everyone ready? The final round begins... NOW!!

*ec, FINALLY. To the Internets! And if you recall, 'some Comp in Sky Town' is where we're going to find the password to Undernet2. ...But I've looked and looked, and I can't find it. And GameFaqs is saying some BS about Green Town and NOT SAYING WHAT THE PASSWORD IS. Thanks for nothing. Well, guess it's off to Green Town AND NOT SKY TOWN. And what's supposed to be in Green Town isn't in Green Town! AAAAAAAAGH*

*...oh, there's new mail from Akihara.*

AkiharaProg: CHECK INSIDE THE MAILBOX?

*otherwise we wouldn't be here*

subject/sender: Don'tBeCrzy Yai (10)

message: Looks like things are happening all over Cyber City... Information has been flowing in around here. I've got a feeling that you're wrapped up in all of this. Mayl is really worried about you, so don't do anything stupid, OK?

subject/sender: You OK!? Dex (11)

message: The weather over there sounds real strange, but in ACDC Town, it's nothing but blue skies! Today, I'm going fishing in the big river here in town!

*okay, after wandering around I've found ANOTHER door. With ANOTHER Hell Navi. argh.*

Hell Navi: If you want to get to Undernet2, it's through that door. ... But, that door is locked shut, bub. The Navi who had the password was caught by the NetPolice... Speaking of, that Navi's operator was also caught. Hee, hee, hee. What an idiot that operator was. What are they doing now? Probably doing their time, wouldn't you think...? Hee, hee, hee!

*THANK YOU*

Jailer: ... Huh? What was that? The person that can open the Undernet door? Now that you mention it... There was a criminal that was known for doing bad things on the Undernet... That person was a really rotten egg! But they worked real hard to become a better person, and was released from here a little while ago. Now, this is just a rumor, but I heard that they're happy and working at a part-time job near the ocean now.

*Seaside ho! And for you kids at home with grammar tests to pass, never use 'they' or 'them' when referring to a person you don't know the gender of. It's always 'him' or 'him/her'. And it should be 'were released' if you're using 'they'. It would be 'was released' if they'd used a singular like 'she', but they didn't.*

Woman: Weeeelcome! How about taking home one of our adorable stuffed animals? ... Huh? The Undernet door? ... S-Sorry, but I don't know what you are talking about.

*try again*

Woman: ... I really don't know anything about the Undernet! Sorry, but I can't help you...

*and again*

Woman: ... Do you want to know that badly? Alright, I'll tell you. That's right... The one that knows the Undernet door password... ... is this bad girl right here!

Lan: You mean... You!?

Woman: ... I was a bit of a rebel back then. I rebelled against, well, everything! Anyway, I was a total mess, doing anything I felt like. But I'm different now. I really know the joy of living now... thanks to working at this store. The customers' smiles fill me with a sense of purpose. ... That's why I decided to leave the past behind.

Lan: I-I'm sorry. I didn't mean to bring back bad memories...

Woman: No, no, it's OK. Really. I'm much better now, so not to worry... ... So you want to know the password to the door, right? Alright, I'll tell you. "Moneyhats". That's the password.

Lan: T-Thanks... Ahahaha...

*back to the door*

game: YOU NEED A PASSWORD TO OPEN THIS CYBERDOOR.

Mega: Um, the password is... Uh... M-Moneyhats...

game: ... *beep, beep!* PASSWORD CONFIRMED.

*there goes the door! Onward! ...oh boy, bc...*

Lan: ... So this is Undernet2... MegaMan, be careful...

Mega: I will.

*he runs forward*

game: HOLD IT RIGHT THERE!

Mega: Huh!?

*it's the crazy Hell Navis!*

Hell Navi: ... YOU CAME AFTER ALL.

*they teleport out... and right in Mega's face!*

Mega: Huh, what!?

Hell Navi: YOU'RE MEGAMAN... THE ONE WITH A CYBEAST INSIDE HIS BODY... RIGHT? WE ARE WORSHIPPERS OF THE GREAT CYBEASTS... YOU MET A FEW OF OUR FRIENDS A FEW DAYS AGO...

Lan: Cybeast... Worshippers?... You guys are friends with those guys that took Mick's Navi!?

Hell Navi: ... HAHAHA. LOOKS LIKE THE GREAT "HEAD PRIEST" WAS RIGHT. YOU SHOWED UP RIGHT WHERE HE SAID YOU WOULD.

Mega: "Priest"...? "Said we would"...? What are you...?

Hell Navi: DOING WHAT OUR GREAT PRIEST HAS TOLD US TO DO, WE WILL NOW AWAKEN THE CYBEAST INSIDE YOUR NAVI.

Lan: This is bad! They're trying to cast some strange spell again! Run, MegaMan!

Hell Navi: YOU WON'T GET AWAY! UUUU LAAA!

Mega: ... Nngh!!

Lan: MegaMan!!

Mega: Nnnn... Nnrraah...!

Lan: N-No!!

Hell Navi: IT'S TIME! SHOW US THE CYBEAST'S POWER!!

game: Hold on there, buddy!!

*it's Dustman!*

Dust: Don't you know it's not smart to pick on the 1 little guy!?

Hell Navi: WHAT IN THE WORLD...? YOU JUST TRY TO STOP US! YOU'LL SEE WHAT HAPPENS...

Dust: I'll see what happens? Gahahahaha!! You took the words right out of my mouth! Dust Break!

*screen goes white*

Hell Navi: ... GWAAAAAH!!

*back to normal. Dust has squished them*

Dust: ......

Mega: W-Wow!

Hell Navi: OOGH... A LITTLE MORE... WE... THE CYBEAST... DRAT!

*they jack out*

Press: ... Hey, you OK? So, there are some really nasty Navis around here. So yeah. ... Hey, don't tell me you forgot who I am already!?

Lan: ... Ah! Um... Didn't I see you during the opening ceremony?

Press: Ie-yes!! I am Mr. Press! And my Navi is DustMan, don't you forget it.

Lan: I'm Lan Hikari. Thanks for rescuing MegaMan!

Press: I bet you're here for the MoonStone, too. Looks like we're rivals after the same thing, then... Give it all you got and have no regrets, OK!?

Lan: OK!!

Press: ... Let's go, DustMan.

Dust: Yeah!!

*away he goes*

Mega: All the Navis that are in the finals sure are strong.

Lan: Yeah, that's true... But what did those guys earlier mean by "priest" and him "telling them" and the other stuff...? Anyway, for now, let's be careful and keep on going!

*ec, find the moonstone*

Mega: This must be... the moon stone...

Lan: I think so! Good job, MegaMan! Let's jack out and get going!

game: MegaMan got: "MoonSton"!!

*leave the house*

Official Girl: Congratulations! The Expo Pavilion Operator Navi will be Lan Hikari's Navi!

game: *clap, clap, clap...*

Dotarou: Well, looks like I get to taking nothing home.

Press: Nooo! It's so cruel!

Official Girl: And now, Mayor Cain would like to say a few words to our Operator Navi to be, MegaMan!

Cain: Congratulations! I hereby appoint MegaMan to be the official Expo Pavilion Operator Navi. Make us proud!

Mega: Yes, sir!

Cain: And now your first job. MegaMan, as the Operator Navi, you will be a mascot for the Expo, and appear on posters and in commercials!

Lan: Commercials!? TV commercials!? MegaMan! You're gonna be famous!!

Mega: ... Uh, wow, I'm speechless and a bit nervous.

Cain: With all the hard things you've gone through until now, you have shown that you are the best Navi in Cyber City! It's only natural for you to become famous! I hope you will use your skills to make the Expo a success!

Mega: I will! I want to help as much as I can!

Official Girl: This concludes the Selection Test. One last thing--we'd like to present Lan Hikari with this:

game: Lan got: "HP Memry"!!

Official Girl: We hope that those who did not win will take their time to explore the Expo which will open in a short while.

*ec, talk to Dotarou*

Dotarou: Cheers! I may have lost, but you were spectacular! And here I was sure I would win...! Oh! Hey, if you want to, how about taking my class sometime? I've actually been giving special classes over there at Cyber Academy! You know, no one has been able to pass my hard class, yet! But I bet you could! I would love to see that happen. If you're interested in my class then stop on by! I'm in ResearchLab2 in the back of the Teachers' Room. ... Oh, but don't come today! Today has wiped me out! We can start class tomorrow!

*and Press*

Press: Congratulations! Great job! Well, to be honest, I wanted my Navi to be the Operator Navi so we could get people to listen to our message!

Lan: ... Message?

Press: Yeah! The importance of recycling! The garbage problem and the future of man are related. I just want to get people really involved!

Lan: I see... Well, it IS a really big problem. Mr. Mach said the same thing in class.

Press: Yay!! You really understand what I'm saying! Hey, I know! If I've caught your interest, why don't you take my class!? My class is in the Aquarium! Today's no good for me, but come by tomorrow, alright!? It'll be a good chance for you to see the garbage problem with your own eyes! I really hope you'll come by!

Mega: ... Lan! You talked to everyone here, so maybe it's time to go home and go to bed?

*okay!*

game: That night...

*Cain is alone in his office*

game: RRRRRR!! ... *beep*

Cain: ... This is Cain. ... Oh, it's you. I thought I told you not to call my personal line. Anyway, what's going on? So he appeared where I said he would, huh? Then why did you fail!? ... Spare me. I don't want to hear it. Quit your sniveling and start showing me results. ... Do I make myself clear? ... Useless, bumble-brained idiots. They were unable to awaken the Cybeast... ... Did I make a miscalculation in my excitement?...

game: RRRRRR!!

Cain: The phone again...? It's Cain... ... Oh. You. How about it? The proposal to cooperate with me... ...... I see. I'm pleased to have your support. Oh, I, too, don't have enough help, so I welcome you openly. I will send you something nice very soon. A valuable little piece of electronics...

game: A few days later...

Lan: Hey, hey, hey! It's on, it's on!

*lights up. it's MegaMan on TV!*

Lan: They're showing the commercial! ... Ah! This is footage from the preliminary trials!

game: "Let's go, Lan!"

Lan: Even the sound's crystal clear!

Mega: L-Lan... This is so embarrassing... Change the channel, please?

Lan: Well, if you put it that way, maybe I'll just keep it on!

game: RRRRRR!!

Mega: It's your autophone, Lan!

*Lan looks down at his PET*

Lan: Hello?

game: ... Ah.

Lan: !? Hello??

game: ... Hee, hee, hee, can you guess who I am?

Lan: Hey, I know...! Mayl!?

Mayl: Eheheh, that's right!

Lan: Hey! How are you!? Wow, this is a surprise! What's up?

Mayl: I should be asking you! I saw the commercial on TV! I was totally stunned!

Lan: Hehehe! Well, if you come here, you'd see we're doing just fine!

Mayl: Oh... Sounds like you're working real hard too! I really want to see you and your new life...

Lan: ... Mayl...

Mayl: ... Hey, if it's OK with you, how about we all get together? Dex and Yai miss you too...

Lan: You know, I was just thinking the exact same thing! Hearing your voice suddenly made me miss ACDC Town. OK, how about I come visit ACDC Town this weekend?

Mayl: Really? You promise!? You'd better not oversleep!

Lan: Don't worry, I won't! ... I'll see you this weekend!

Mayl: OK! I can't wait! Bye bye!

Lan: ACDC Town... I wonder how much it's changed? I wonder if I'll cry when I see the town again...?

*screenfade*

game: ... And then, that weekend...

*lights up*

Lan: Well, time to head out, MegaMan!

Mega: It's a long way to ACDC Town. You sure you're ready?

Lan: I'm ready! I've got everything! Come on! Let's go!

*ec*

[DustMan and GroundMan - Classes 4 and 5]

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender: MrPress Cls SchBoard (21)

message: At Seaside Town Aquarium, near the vending machines, Mr. Press has opened a Recycling Operator School. Wouldn't you love to learn recycling and NetBattling... AT THE SAME TIME!?

subject/sender: Moliarty Cl SchBoard (22)

message: In ResearchLab2 of the Cyber Academy Teachers' Room, Mr. Moliarty has opened a Drill School. Wouldn't you love to learn from this powerful operator?

*let's get Press out of the way first, because his mugshot scares me. Be glad I'm doing these, we're so close to the end that I was almost like, "Screw this, I'm getting the story finished."*

Press: HEY! HEY! GOOD DAY!! Do ya feel like takin' my class today?

*O_O ...yes...?*

Press: Once class starts there'll be no quitting, and you can't leave until class is over! Got it?

*continue, bc*

Press: OK, here we go! Class is about to start! We're going to use my Navi, DustMan, to go to the Net junkyard and collect some real gems of spare parts!

Lan: Collect garbage, you mean... Why do we have to go digging through garbage...?

Press: No, no!! You totally don't get it! Why don't they teach you this stuff in school!? People throw away so many things that are still good everyday! My class is about finding things that are still usable, and learning the importance of recycling!! The era of randomly throwing things away after 1 use is over!

Lan: He's convincing in his own... spastic sort of way, I guess. OK, let's collect trash. So, what should I do?

*geez, Lan, he's standing RIGHT THERE.*

Press: OK, OK! First, take a look at the vending machine behind me!

Lan: Uh... OK...

*you should know what's in the machine, Lan. You've taken three of these classes already. Why are you being a jerk all of a sudden? Screen goes white, we are in the Intertubes*

Dust: Hey, I'm DustMan! Great to meet you, gahahaha!! I can tell we're gonna find some great trash today! Gahahahahaha!!

Lan: Ah, nice to meet you, too! So where's the Net junkyard? I didn't think there was one in SeasideArea... This Comp does connect to SeasideArea, right?

*I came across this room while looking for the right Undernet2 door. hahaha no.*

Dust: Is your head on right? There's no way it's on the Net. All the trash is on the Under side.

Lan: Under... As in Undernet?

Dust: Give this boy a root beer float! Alright, you all set? The trader's waiting, so we gotta get outta here soon! Move on out to Undernet2, and let's find that trader!

*I like Dustman already. >D*

Lan: Will do!

*ec, find trader*

Trader: Ahh, DustMan! I've been waiting for ya bro! How about you get rid of this trash for me!

*yes*

Trader: Alright! Let's get started then!

*we enter a battle grid*

Trader: Alright! Let's start!! But before we do, you want me to give your memory a little brushin' up? Like, help you remember how it's done?

*I guess so.*

Trader: Alright! Let's get started! I think you already know this, but I'm gonna keep throwing trash from here, so suck it all into the DustChute in your chest! You know the DustChute is the A Button, right? Oh yeah! Sometimes there will be a bomb inside the trash, so be careful! Why bombs!? Because this is the Undernet! When a bomb goes flying, use your DustBrk by pressing the B Button to grab and smash it!! If you don't break it, it'll cause a huge explosion! So be careful!! Oh, and if you catch a heart among the trash you will recover your HP! When the Trash Meter at the top of the screen is full... that's about all you can carry, so you can call it quits. Enough talk! Ready! Set! Go!

*you win! :D*

Trader: You really helped me out! Thanks! Are you done for the day now bro?

Dust: Nope. I'm off to the next merchant's place!! There's one more in this area...

Trader: You really are working hard! Don't overdo it!

*ec, find the merchant*

Merchant: Hey DustMan! I've been waiting for you! I need you to get rid of this trash!

*yes*

Merchant: Alright! Let's start, DustMan!

*battle grid*

Merchant: Alright! Let's start!! But before we do, you want me to give your memory a little brushin' up? Like, help you remember how it's done?

*no*

Merchant: Oops! I hope I didn't make you mad! Let's start! Ready! Set! Go!

*you win*

Merchant: Thank you... What a beautiful clean up job!!

Press: Hey, Lan!! There's a new request from a merchant!! Head to Undernet1!

Lan: Gotcha!

*do so*

Other Merchant: I've got quite a bit of trash... Take care of it for me! Sound good to you?

*yes*

Other: Alright! Are you ready? Let's go!!

*battle grid*

Other: Alright! Let's start!! But before we do, you want me to give your memory a little brushin' up? Like, help you remember how it's done?

*no*

Other: Oops! I hope I didn't make you mad! Let's start! Ready! Set! Go!

*you win*

Other: You did good today. Do good next time, too, you hear?

Dust: Gahahaha! Haven't let you down yet! Call me anytime!

*he faces you*

Dust: So, Lan, you get why I'm so happy about getting trash, right? This kind of work's pretty laid back! Well, it's test time! That's OK, right, Press?

Press: Oh, yeah! Lan, jack out and meet up with me!

Lan: OK!

*go talk to Press*

Press: The final test with be a battle with DUSTMAN!!!! Now are you ready to begin!?

*one apostrophe is enough, guys. As is one 'with'.*

Press: DustMan, show this guy the right way to recycle!!

Lan: Let's see what this class is all about! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

*fight Dust. ...Dustbust.*

Press: That was absolutely splendid the way you fought! You're beginning to understand DustMan's true power! Take that strength and teach others to recycle, too! OK, now I can let DustMan be your LinkNavi!

game: DustMan became Lan's LinkNavi!

Lan: Thank you, Mr. Press!

Press: DustMan's power, DustCross, is now yours to use! I really hope you'll use and treasure it!

Lan: I will!

Press: Alright, alright! That's it for this class! Operate DustMan any time by coming here, got it? Ah! One more thing!! The fact that this vending machine connects to the Undernet is a secret, OK!?

Lan: I gotcha! Bye, Mr. Press!

*ec. Off to Dotarou's. But first...*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender: DustCross MrPress (23)

message: It is pressing that I explain DustCross to you now! When DustCross is activated, you can throw away chips on the Custom Screen you no longer need. You can also press the B Button and Left on the +Control Pad to suck things in, and then send them flying back out! The weakness of DustCross is that Cursor attacks will cause you 2x damage. DustCross. Environmentally sound power. Use it.

*okay, time for the next one!*

Dotarou: Oh, hey! You... You want to take my class?

*take class*

Dotarou: Once class begins, you can't leave. That means you have to stay in this room until class is over. Is that OK?

*continue, bc*

Dotarou: This class needs to get started! We're gonna drill, drill, drill through any and everything! You'll learn some heavy rock drilling techniques from me!

Lan: Rock drilling techniques, huh...?

Dotarou: Hey, hey, don't mess around! This isn't some dummy's class! You don't think it's important, but I'm telling you it is! You can drill through any virus with my skills! So let's get going! Go take a peak into that computer...

Lan: Uh, OK...

*ec, do what he says, whiteout, Internet*

Ground: Whiiiiiir!! My drill's soundin' good today, foo'! Yo, I'm GroundMan! If yo' talkin' about Net construction, I'm yo' man! So yo' think we can get a move on here? There's work to do and my drill's achin' to get goin'!

*Suddenly, I'm glad there was never a dub of Beast. They would've gone to town with Mr. T!Ground.*

Lan: Alright, GroundMan!

Dotarou: We're finally gonna get started! Alright! First, I want you to take GroundMan to CentralArea2.

Ground: Whiiiiiir!! We got some work? Can't wait!

Lan: He seems so... reliable, even if he talks kinda funny...

*Lan? RIGHT THERE. CentralArea2's a long way away from Undernet1.*

Dotarou: Looks like you got to CentralArea2 with no problems. Alright, GroundMan, time to do like we always do!

Ground: Whiiiiiiiir!! Sounds good to me!

*he stamps the ground! rocks fall, nobody dies*

Lan: W-What are we...?

*blackout, lights up, there's a bomb and a boulder at the corner of the screen*

Dotarou: ... Looks like we're all set here. So this is how I do my special rock drilling training. We've gotta get rid of all the fallen rocks in this area. If you wanna do it right, you gotta store energy up, and then break a lot of stones in one go! But if you don't watch where you're drilling, you might not finish before the dynamite explodes!

Lan: Dynamite? What is dynamite doing...?

Dotarou: The dynamite softens up the rocks a bit, so that's why. It helps me train so I can do my job! One more thing, you can't drill things that aren't stones! So you take care not to do that, alright? Phew, finally getting started! There's 35 stones in this area. Drill away!

*there are progs sitting between some of the rocks. If you hit one:*

Mr. Prog: OWWWWWWWWWWWWW!!! AND JUST WHERE IN THE WORLD WERE YOU LOOKING!?!? AND ANOTHER THING! DON'T THEY TELL YOU TO TREAT CITIZENS...

Ground: OK, OK, I got it! Yeesh! (Ah, my time limit!)

*to get a prog out of the way:*

Mr. Prog: I DON'T KNOW HOW TO GET OUT OF THE WAY! ... HEY, PUT ME DOWN!

*it jacks out. and when you fail:*

Ground: Whaaaaaaaaaa!!

*kaboom. back to the beginning.*

Ground: Hey, hang tough, Lan!!

*I stink at this one, and I think your limit runs down while you talk. Just paraphrasing*

some prog somewhere: THANK YOU FOR RESCUING ME! HEE, HEE!

*okay, finished*

Ground: Whiiiiiir!! Looks like we took care of all the rocks in this area! Time to get over to CentralArea1!

*ec... and suddenly we're in Area1's cafe thing. O_o*

Dotarou: Looks like you got to CentralArea1 with no problems. Alright, GroundMan, you know what to do!

Ground: Yup! Whiiiiiiiiir!!

*stomp! rocks!*

Dotarou: Let's start! There's 40 stones in this area. Drill away!

*phew*

Ground: Whiiiiiiir!! Looks like we took care of all the rocks in this area!

Dotarou: Looks like you know what you're doing! Alright, time for the big test! Jack out and head on down my way!

Lan: ... OK!

*do so*

Dotarou: The final test is to defeat GroundMan while I operate him! Ready for the test?

*yes*

Dotarou: Nobody blink! Let's go for it, man!

Lan: Let's go MegaMan! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

*battle Ground*

Dotarou: You're pretty rocking now. With skills like that, you could work for real! Alright, GroundMan's 1 of your LinkNavis from now on!

game: GroundMan became Lan's LinkNavi!

Dotarou: GroundMan's strength is there for you in the GroundCross! Hey, I'll even put in a good word for you at work to my boss! You got some great muscles. If we ever need you, the boss might give us a call! Remember to come here if you need to do some drilling! We'll be here, alright!?

*...what?*

Lan: OK! Thanks!

*ec.*

Mega: You have mail, Lan!

Lan: Let's check out the e-mail!!

subject/sender: GroundCross Moliarty (24)

message: Let's drill into the basics of using GroundCross! When GroundCross is activated, Breaker chips that don't dim the screen will get a bonus Attack+10. If you power up a Breaker chip, it will cause a shower of rocks over an enemy, causing them damage along the way! You will also turn the SuprArmr program ON! There is a weakness with GroundCross. Cursor attacks will cause you 2x damage. Drill to the center of power with GroundCross!!

*So I guess the LinkNavi classes are supposed to be like career options classes--you have an expert in some field teaching you about their job/skills. Except there are some really weird ones in there like Roushi's that threw me off at first. Kind of wish they'd kept all the classes more grounded instead of just a few. Anyway, Akihara ho!*

[Return to Akihara]

game: Lan rode the LevBus to ACDC Town. A few hours later, in ACDC Town...

*aww, everyone's waiting.*

Dex: Lan's late. What's he doing anyway!?

*^_^;*

Yai: ... Looks like his trademark lateness hasn't changed.

Mayl: Well, he can't help it. It's really far between ACDC Town and Cyber City. He'll be here. ... Ah!

*out comes Lan!*

Lan: H-Hey, everyone...

*everyone rushes around him!*

Dex: Whoooooa! L-Laaaaan!

Yai: Hey, Lan!

Mayl: Welcome back: Lan!

Lan: Dex, Yai, ...Mayl... It's good to be back! ... Ehehehe, it's kinda embarrassing.

*screenfade*

game: We talked about all sorts of things after that -- about Cyber City, my new school and friends, things that happened after I left, and of course, ACDC school. We had so much to talk about that time just flew by without us realizing it.

*lights up in the park*

Lan: ... And this guy, Mick, he's just like Dex!

Dex: Then he's gotta be a strong NetBattler!

Lan: Ummmm... ... Well, not really.

Dex: ... Ugh!

Yai: Hahaha, there are people like Dex no matter where you go!

Mayl: Hey, Lan, why don't you take a walk around town? I'm sure people would love to say hi to you!

Lan: Oh, yeah! OK!

*ec*

Mayl: Did you say hi to everyone yet, Lan? I'm sure everyone would love to see you!

Yai: Everybody in town really missed you after you left, so make sure you say hi to everyone, OK?

Kid: ... Hey, it's Lan! How are you doing!? Wow, this is a surprise! ... Me? I'm fine, of course. Same old, same old! But you know, after you left, it's been kinda lonely...

Old Man: Well, well, well... you're that Lan Hikari boy, right? Ever since your family left town, I've been taking care of this big, old empty house. This house has become quite lonely without you... Oh, ho! Are you getting a little nostalgic, my boy...?

*in the doghouse*

Mr. Prog: AHHHH!! YOU'RE MEGAMAN!! DO YOU REMEMBER ME!? I'M THE DOG HOUSE PROGRAM!! ...*SNIFFLE*... SORRY... MY NOSE IS RUNNY...

Woman: Oh, I thought it was you! You're Lan Hikari, aren't you!? It's been a while, huh? Well, ACDC Town hasn't changed a bit, you know! Er, I mean, other than you and your family not being here...

Girl: Ah, if it isn't Lan! What are you doing back so suddenly...? ... You haven't changed a bit, have you? But it feels good to see you again! I was a little worried. I want you to be you and to be happy, no matter where you go!

Dex: I think everyone's really missed you, Lan!

Boy: Hey! Hey! Hey!! Lan! You're back!! Hahaha...... I have no idea what to say. Um... Uh... Wow... Uh, anyway, welcome back! I'm really glad to see you!

*screenfade, lights up next to Yai's house*

Lan: Heh, heh, I can't believe people remember me. I'm really touched!

Yai: Well of course they do. I mean, MegaMan shows up on TV everyday! And when people see that commercial, they are supposed to think of you! And by supposed to, I mean dragged, kicking and screaming...

Dex: Hey, speaking of MegaMan, let's go on the Net like we used to!

Mayl: Yeah! Sounds good! Roll wants to see MegaMan too!

Dex: Alright then, let's meet in front of the ducks in ACDC Area.

Yai: You still remember how to get to ACDC Area, right? You can jack in to the Squirrel Statue in the park.

Lan: I remember!

Yai: A road linking ACDC Area directly to Cyber City's Net was finished recently. Why don't you check it out sometime!?

Lan: Yeah, I will! OK, let's meet by the ducks in ACDC Area!

*ec. In the HP*

Mega: Roll!

Roll: It's been a long time, MegaMan! Are you doing well!?

Mega: Yeah! But anyway, wasn't the meeting place in ACDC Area? What are you doing hanging out here?

Roll: Well, I asked Mr. Prog to run an errand for me, but he's really late... He hasn't come back yet... I thought maybe he got lost, so I was looking for him.

Mega: A lost Mr. Prog, huh? OK, I'll help you look for him!

Roll: Really? That would be a big help!

*behind a gate*

Roll's Prog: WAAAH...

Mega: What's wrong? What are you doing over there...?

Roll's Prog: HEY, YOU'RE MR. MEGAMAN! IT'S BEEN A WHILE! SO ACTUALLY, I HAVE TO GIVE MS. ROLL HER PACKAGE...

Mega: You're the one? Roll's been looking all over for you!

Roll's Prog: O-OH... I WAS BRINGING HER THIS PACKAGE, AND WHEN I CAME BACK, THE DOOR JUST UP AND LOCKED ITSELF, JUST LIKE THAT! I BET THIS IS SOMEONE'S IDEA OF A JOKE!

Lan: A joke? ... It feels like I've seen this joke somewhere before... Then again... I guess there are other people who think like Mick... Anyway, let's help this guy out, MegaMan!

Mega: Roger! This door has a lock, so let's find the key!

Roll's Prog: OH, THANK YOU!

*at Dex's not-really-a-HP*

Dex's Prog: THIS SPACE IS DEX'S PERSONAL SPACE! HUH? YOU DON'T KNOW ABOUT THE DOOR KEY? NO WAY... SPEAKING OF WHICH, MR. GUTSMAN IS HIDING SOMETHING IN THE CHESSPIECES. UNBELIEVABLE...

*check the chesspiece*

game: Dex's symbol, an image of a Japanese chess piece.

Mega: ... Hey, someone dropped something.

game: MegaMan got: "ACDCKyDt"!!

Lan: If the key's here... then the person that locked the door has to be Dex... Dex and Mick... They really are the same.

*go unlock Roll's Prog*

game: MegaMan used: "ACDCKyDt"!!

Roll's Prog: THANK YOU VERY MUCH! ... I'D BETTER GET GOING. IF I DON'T GET THIS PACKAGE TO ROLL...

Mega: Well, I'm going to see Roll, so I can give it to her!

Roll's Prog: YOU WOULD DO THAT FOR ME? THANK YOU SO MUCH! HERE YOU GO...

game: MegaMan got: "AreaPass"!!

Roll's Prog: THANKS AGAIN!

*talk to Roll*

Mega: Here you go, Roll. This is the thing you wanted, right...?

Roll: Ah, yes! Thank you, MegaMan! ... But, you know, this isn't for me.

Mega: ... HUH!?

Roll: ... This is a present for you, MegaMan!

Mega: For me!? Really!?

Roll: They just finished the road between Cyber City and ACDC Area, and with this passport you can move between both areas freely. This way, we can see each other whenever we want!

Mega: Thank you, Roll!

Roll: Come on, let's go to the meeting place. Everyone's probably already waiting for us there!

*go to Yai's... personal space? That sounds so weird. Couldn't they have come up with a better name? At any rate, bc*

Mega: GutsMan, Glide!

Guts: Hey, Hey!! It's been a long time, MegaMan!

Glide: Everyone's missed you. And it looks like you've become quite the famous Navi!

Mega: It's nothing... really...

Roll: What do you mean, "it's nothing"!? We were all so happy to hear you were doing so well!

Mega: ... Thanks, Roll.

Dex: So if you are all done saying hi, I've got an idea!

Yai: An idea? Uh, oh. This isn't another one of your stupid ideas, is it?

Dex: It's not stupid! Lan, MegaMan, how about a NetBattle!? It's been too long!

Lan: Why are you so enthused all of a sudden, Dex...?

Dex: You've been training real hard in Cyber City, Lan, but I've been training too! I've gotten better! I have this dream that I'm gonna beat you one day!

Lan: Dex...

Dex: I wanna know how strong I've gotten since you left! So, c'mon! Challenge me!!

Lan: OK! I accept your challenge!

Dex: No holding back, OK, Lan!? Mayl and Yai can be judges and make sure you don't cheat!

Mayl: Heh, alright.

Yai: *sigh*

*screenfade, lights up, Mega and Guts are ready to fight*

Dex: Alright, GutsMan! We're gonna show them how to really crush someone!

Guts: Yeah! We're gonna win today for sure!

Lan: They sure are fired up, but we're not gonna lose either! Let's go, MegaMan! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

*screen goes white!*

Guts: W-What!?

Mega: ... Huh?

Glide: What's going on!? Who are you people!?

Roll: Aaaaaaaah!!

*lights up, and...*

Mega: BlastMan!! DiveMan!!

Blast: Kwohohohoho!! Long time no see, MegaMan...

Dive: I have some unfinished business with you, awooga!

Lan: Why are they here!?

Kurohige: Gahahaha!! We followed ye from Central Town, matey.

Lan: Y-You!! Captain Blackbeard!!

Kurohige: Just when we didn't think we had a chance to do ye in, along come yer weak little mates. Ye can think of 'em as bargaining chips.

Lan: What are you going to do with them!?

Kurohige: What does it look like to ye, matey? Hostages! They're our hostages! Go, DiveMan, and fetch me every last one of 'em!

Dive: Roger, Capt'n. Awooga!

Mega: Hold it!

Blast: Un, un, un. No moving! You move and we will not hesitate to do some Navi deleting! If you want them back... come to Undernet2 by yourself, alone. Got that, MegaMan!? We'll be waiting there. Kwohohoho!

*everyone teleports away*

Mega: ... Everyone...

Lan: MegaMan, we've gotta go after them! We've gotta get to Undernet2!

Yai: Wait, Lan! This has to be a set-up! MegaMan will be in a lot of danger if he goes alone!

Lan: We don't have time for this! Even if it is a trap, we've gotta take that chance! Let's go, MegaMan! It sounds like ACDC Area is connected to Sky Area... So let's head over there!

Mega: Roger!

*ec. In Central3:*

Guard: Please show your AreaPass!

Mega: That should be the thing we just got from Roll. ...Here.

Guard: "AreaPass" confirmed. Move along...

*in Undernet2, bc*

Mega: Everyone!

*he runs up to them*

Roll: MegaMan!

Blast: Kwohohohoho! You came after all, MegaMan!

Mega: BlastMan! DiveMan! Let my friends go!!

Dive: Do you really think we'll release them because you say so? Show us some guts if you want us to let them go! Awooga!

Blast: Don't cry to us about unfair, either. We're not nice guys, so you should thank us it's not 10 on 1!

Kurohige: Gahahaha, that's right, ya rat! We're the bad guys, ar'!

Lan: Argh!!...

Kurohige: Gahahaha! What a fun show this is goin' to be! Let's get this here boat out on the waves! BlastMan, yer up first! Unnnn... Where did BlastMan's operator go, the scurvy crab...? Oh, there ye are... What's yer name again...?

game: ......

Kurohige: ...What!? Yer not answerin'? Strange guy... But then, I've got a pretty strange name, haven't I!? Gahahaha!

Lan: There's 2 of them, so you've gotta stay focused, MegaMan! I'm counting on you! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

Blast: Kwohohoho! Time for a barbeque!

Dive: Commencing attack! Awooga!

*it's not that hard.*

Blast: Kw-Kwohoho... Tsk! Even with our combined firepower...! So this is the power of a Cybeast...!

Dive: Incredible...

*kaboom! Mega runs over to his friends... and then drops to one knee.*

Mega: ...*huff, huff...*

Roll: MegaMan!

Mega: Are you all OK...?

Roll: We're alright! You shouldn't push yourself too hard, MegaMan!

game: You should listen to the girl, MegaMan. The real show... starts NOW!! Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

Mega: That voice...?

*Circus beams in*

Mega: C-CircusMan!

Lan: What the...!? Give us a break!!

Yuika: I love it when things go according to plan!

Lan: You-- You're CircusMan's operator!? Wait a sec. Plan!? What are you going to do!?

Yuika: Tee, hee! I thought you already knew! Our plan is to steal MegaMan and that Cybeast power that's sleeping inside of him, duh! You guys are so easy to figure out, really. Pretty much we were going to hold your friends hostage... And then keep them in the Undernet until you came. And that was all we had to do to make the plan work! You two are such suckers! Ahaha!

Lan: That's really dirty!

Yuika: What's this? Are you complementing me? Ahahaha! Come on, CircusMan! The last attraction is about to begin!

*ha, ha, wrong compliment. No, Yuika, Lan is not your other half. You're delusional, girlfriend.*

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*Circus opens his doors! Mega gets pulled toward Circus*

Mega: ... Ughn! I'm being pulled in!

Lan: MegaMan!

Mega: It's no good! I can't hold out much longer!

Roll: MegaMan!!

Mega: W-Waaaaaah!

*om nom nom! whiteout!*

Lan: MegaMan!!

*lights up! Mega has been nommed! The friends are just watching!*

Circus: *huff, huff...* Whew, even with my large stomach, this little Navi is filling me to the max!

Lan: You... You sucked MegaMan in...

Yuika: Great job, CircusMan! Now we have a weapon of our own!

Lan: Aaaaaaaah!! Yuika! Give MegaMan back!

Yuika: Tee, hee! You're babbling nonsense again! Sorry, but we need the Cybeast's power more than you!! OK, CircusMan, jack out!

Circus: You got it! Ahoo, hoo, hoo!

Roll: Wait! Give MegaMan back!

*Circus turns away*

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!! We don't need you guys anymore! Bye bye!

*he jacks out*

Lan: MegaMan...

*back in reality. The friends are all clustered around Lan.*

Lan: ...... What are they going to do to MegaMan...?

Mayl: ... Lan, I'm sorry... It's because of our Navis that this happened.

Lan: No, it's not your fault. They've been after MegaMan for a while. Actually, everyone was in danger because of us... I should be the one saying sorry...

Dex: Hey, don't beat yourself up, Lan!!

Yai: He'll never change. Always quick to blame himself. But the real problem is, what do we do now?

Lan: Hmm... For now, I should go back to Cyber City. I think I can get info on MegaMan's status there. I'm sorry. I came here to have fun, and then this happened.

Mayl: Lan...

[Secrets Revealed]

*ec. When you take the train back to Central, bc. Team Evil is hanging out in Seaside*

Vic: Yeah! With the Cybeast in our hot hands, we don't have to care about Baryl anymore! Now, we are ready to fight! First we shed off our WWW bonds, then we'll move forward with our own organization!

Mach: Wait a second.

Vic: What?

Mach: I've never had any interest in your new organization. I only helped you kidnap MegaMan on Baryl's command... but if you want to defect, I will not be joining you. I'm going back to Baryl. If we ever meet again, we will be enemies!

Kurohige: H-Hey... What are ye sayin'?

*Mach walks away*

Ito: You're a strange one... Why do you care so much about Baryl...?

Vic: ... Hmph, that's enough! I'm sure we're all curious to know why you'd go back, and I suppose we can let you do what you want... But in exchange, we get to do what we want. Since we're a real organization now, we should do things for us and only for us!

game: Tee, hee, hee... If that's the case, I've got a great plan!

*up comes Yuika*

Vic: Hey, where have you been all this time, Yuika!?

Yuika: Doing the obvious! If we're rebelling against Baryl, then we should tell him! So I told him, "We're not listening to you anymore!" Ahahaha! And then, even the mighty Baryl was speechless!

Kurohige: Is that right, lass!? He got what he deserved, he did!

Vic: Anyway, you were saying something about a good plan?

Yuika: I got some good news from our dear "benefactor".

Ito: Good news?

Yuika: ... You'll like it. Apparently, there's these "Cybeast Worshippers" in the Undernet who can call out the Cybeast's max power.

Kurohige: The "Cybeast Worshippers" on the Undernet? What a suspicious-soundin' lot. Not that we're ones to talk...

Yuika: The "benefactor" said that if we tell them we're with the "priest", then they'll tell us anything we want. And that's not all he's given us! He also sent us this really neat, suuuuper cute doll!

Vic: ... A doll? What did he send that for!? We don't need or want it!

Yuika: I bet you'll be surprised once I tell you why! See, if we use it on MegaMan... Tee, hee! Something really fun will happen!

*back to Lan. The more they yap, the less I like Team Evil. Enter the house:*

Lan: I'm back, but I wish I knew how to get MegaMan back... I can't gather info on the Net, and... I really can't do anything without MegaMan...

game: RRRRRR!!

Lan: The autophone... MegaMan usually tells me I have a call... ... Hello?

Mick: Hey, Lan? We're in big trouble!

Lan: What's wrong!?

Mick: Is MegaMan in your PET right now?

Lan: ... Um, no... He's not even close to me right now...

Mick: I thought so!

Lan: You thought so? What do you mean!?

Mick: It's all over the news! There's a Navi in the real world causing chaos! It's probably using a CopyBot!! But... from what's on TV, the Navi looks just like MegaMan!

Lan: W-What!? It can't be true... H-Hey, Mick, do you know where that's happening?

Mick: Ah! In Seaside Town!

Lan: OK, I'm going there right now!

Mick: Lan... be careful. MegaMan... He's like that time. You know, when he went and rescused my Navi by going to the Undernet... Like that time...

Lan: ...!! You mean, he's using the Cybeast's power!? I gotcha! Thanks, Mick!

*ec, head to Seaside*

Lan: Aaah!!

*bodies are scattered around! Beast Out Mega is hovering over one of those water dispenser things!*

Beast Out Mega: *screeeeech...*

Man: Huuuuuhhh.....

Woman: Help, help...

Lan: MegaMan! Stop!

*Lan skates up to Mega*

Lan: Fight it, MegaMan! Return to normal, please! Why did you let the Cybeast's power take control!?

Beast Out Mega: *screeeech...*

Lan: It's me, MegaMan! It's Lan! Please, snap out of it!

*oh, great, Team Evil*

Kurohige: That operator boy's come, he has. Ye think it'll be alright? If that Navi 'ears his operator callin' for him, the Cybeast's power might get squashed again!

Yuika: Tee, hee. It'll be OK. I mean, those Cybeast Worshippers put more than plenty of those weird spells on him. That boy can try all he wants but he'll never get him back! Watch... See!

*Beast Out Mega's coming for Lan! He backs away*

Beast Out Mega: *screeeeech...*

Lan: MegaMan... Have you really forgotten me...? Haha... Cut it out. This is a really cruel joke...

*rumble rumble! Mega starts flashing!*

Beast Out Mega: *screeeech!!*

Lan: Waaaah!!

*whiteout*

Lan: ... Huh?

*back to normal*

Lan: ... What happened? He just suddenly became docile...

game: Don't let your guard down -- It's not over yet...

Lan: ...!?

*here comes Iris!*

Lan: Iris!

Iris: ... Um! ... It's no use. I can't control him completely!

Beast Out Mega: *screeeech...*

Lan: Iris, who or what in the world are you!?

Iris: Lan, keep trying to get through to him! He's fighting with the Cybeast right now! Only you, his operator, can help him!

Lan: A-Ah...!! Yeah! Don't give in, MegaMan! You can control the Cybeast!

Beast Out Mega: *scree... screeech!* ... screee... L-Lan...

Lan: M-MegaMan? Is that you? Keep trying! You're almost there!

*rumble rumble flashiness!*

Beast Out Mega: *screeeech!*

Iris: N-No good...

Lan: MegaMan!!

*whiteout, lights up, Mega has left the CopyBot*

Lan: ... Huh? A CopyBot!? Where... Where did MegaMan go!?

Iris: ... I think he probably couldn't bear the pain... and ran away to somewhere in the Cyberworld.

Lan: That... That's...

*back with Team Evil*

Vic: Shoot! We messed up big! If we don't get him back... Hey, we've got to hurry up and find him!

*blackout, lights up with Lan and Iris*

Iris: ...... I'm really sorry. If only I couldn't kept him under my control a little...

Lan: Control? Um, Iris... I've been trying to ask you for a while now, but who are...

Man: Ah, this is terrible! Are things going to be OK under these circumstances...?

[Blue]

Woman: This area isn't too safe... I wonder if this kind of accident is insured... With security like this, I wonder if the Expo is still on...

voice: Please, stay calm!

*it's Cain and Parka!*

Cain: Dear citizens, there is nothing to be worried about. Creating a safe town is one of my duties as your mayor. The monster just now will be found and examined!

Lan: M-Monster? W-Wait just one second! What did you mean by "monster"!?

Cain: Oh... You... You're the Operator Navi's... I see. That monster was really MegaMan. Hmm, hmm... Now it makes sense. That monster was why you were able to win the Selection Test.

Lan: H-How dare you...!? MegaMan is not a monster!!

Cain: ... Well, if he's not a monster, then what is he, hmm? If you ask me, I'd say I see nothing but a monster......

Lan: Nnrgh!! Take back what you just said!!

*he steps toward Cain, Parka pushes him back*

Lan: Arrgh!!

Cain: I can't believe I chose a monster as the Operator Navi... I'm afraid I can't allow MegaMan to be the Operator Navi!

voice: ... Mayor...

*Official Girl comes up*

Cain: I see. I will be at the emergency meeting shortly.

*he, Parka, and Official Girl leave*

Lan: ... MegaMan... Where are you...? What am I supposed to do? MegaMan...

*ec*

game: You've got some mail...

subject/sender: Want 2 Talk Mr.Mach (25)

message: I have something important to talk to you about... Please come to Sky Town right away!

*do so; bc*

Lan: You wanted to see me, Mr. Mach...?

Mach: ...... ... I'm sorry, Lan.

Lan: ... Huh? Sorry about what?

Mach: For kidnapping your friends' Navis... and for taking MegaMan away from you... I had a hand in all that...

Lan: What are you saying, Mr. Mach... That's a joke, right? Ha, ha, ha...

Mach: I am BlastMan's operator. On the first day you came to this school, I tricked Mick and made the Security Bots go crazy. ... That was all me.

Lan: ... N-No! I don't believe you! Tell me you're joking, Mr. Mach...

Mach: You can hate me if you want... But I just wanted to tell you, so I called you here... Right now, MegaMan is in the Underground.

Lan: What!? You know where MegaMan is!?

Mach: You know where the giant hole is in CentralArea3? I heard that MegaMan jumped down into that hole. At the bottom of the hole is a part of the Cyberworld known as the Underground. The Cybeasts were sealed there. Maybe, the Cybeast inside MegaMan made him go there...

Lan: ... Mr. Mach, you were joking about being BlastMan's operator, right? I mean, you were nice enough to tell me where MegaMan is...

Mach: You're wrong, Lan. I am helping because I just want to feel better about myself on the inside. I really am a no-good person. What I've done are things that can never be forgiven...

game: Hey!

*pan over--it's the weatherman!*

Weatherman: The wind's going to be really strong today! It's dangerous to stand out there! Better get inside!

*pan back. Mach is at the door below Lan*

Lan: Mr. Mach!!!

Mach: I will probably fight you again sometime... as long as Baryl commands me to...

Lan: B-Baryl!? I figured Colonel was somehow related. I should have guessed that they had joined WWW...

Mach: I can't turn my back on Baryl, but... I hope that you can believe that... even if all my actions seem to contradict this, I... I care about my students with all of my heart. Good-bye, my student.

*he leaves.*

Lan: Mr. Mach... I understand. You must have a good reason to do this. ... I won't let your kindness go to waste. I will get MegaMan back for sure!

*ec. Down below...*

Dingo: What did you say about MegaMan...? If that's true, then you should use TomahawkMan!! He would be happy to lend a tomahawk!

Toma: Yo, Lan! Do you need my help?

*yep. In Central3:*

Official: ... The Navi that went insane in Seaside Town was here, tearing things apart, and then jumped down into that big pit. The area at the bottom of this pit is called the Underground. It is a large area like a monster's lair. It is where the Cybeasts were to be sealed for all time.

Lan: Inside the pit? Why would he go there...? It doesn't matter. I've gotta go in there...

Official: ... Don't tell me you are seriously thinking of...!? No! You mustn't! This pit has a special cyberbarrier on it! If you try to force your way in, you'll be burnt to a crisp! That Navi that went in there was very strong... but I think even he suffered some pretty heavy damage. No matter how you look at it, it's too dangerous for a normal Navi! But if you really have to get in, you have to ask Mayor Cain. He's the one who made and controls the seal.

Lan: The Mayor, huh...? He's also Cyber Academy's Principal. So maybe if I go to school, I can find him... *sigh...* I really don't want to go... The Principal scares me...

*well, we're going anyway. Outside the door, there's a Security Bot:*

game: THE MAYOR IS IN THE MIDDLE OF VERY IMPORTANT WORK. THEREFORE, YOU MAY NOT ENTER THIS ROOM.

Lan: But I have to talk to the Mayor! It's important!! I'm running out of time! Can't you please do something?

game: THE MAYOR IS IN THE MIDDLE OF VERY IMPORTANT WORK.

Lan: Aaargh. Now what...?

*downstairs, there is Mick; bc*

Mick: Heeeey, Lan! I was getting worried! Is MegaMan OK?

Lan: No, a lot of things happened, and...

Mick: ... Hmm, hmm... So... you... you can't go after MegaMan... if you don't have the Mayor's permission...

Lan: Well, standing around here talking isn't going to help. There were a lot of people in the group that took MegaMan... and MegaMan might be lost in a really bad place!

Mick: I know... Anyway, you want me to get that Security Bot away from the Principal's Office door? It's really easy.

Lan: Really?

Mick: Yeah! If I do anything bad, they'll come running! Here, watch!

*he looks around*

Mick: Now, let's see... Hehehe, that monitor looks good.

*he walks up to it*

Mick: OK, jack in, useless Navi!

Mick's Navi: Hmph! You'd better operate well, useless operator!

Lan: H-Hey, what do you think you're doing?

Mick: Watch! Now this is how you get their attention! Do it, useless Navi!

*sparks fly!*

game: *pop, pop, pop!!* *BEEP, BEEP, BEEP!!* SYSTEM ERROR!! FIRST FLOOR LOBBY!! *BEEP, BEEP, BEEP!!* SYSTEM ERROR!! FIRST FLOOR LOBBY!!

*pan up to Cainbot*

game: RELOCATE TO FIRST FLOOR LOBBY IMMEDIATELY!

*away goes Cainbot. Down below, Mick is surrounded*

Mick: See! I got that Security Bot to move, no problem!

Lan: M-Mick...!!

Mick: It's sad to be alone when your Navi's gone... and you really want to do something... right? I know how that feels... 'cause I've been there, too. Hurry up and go find Megaman! Compared to the bad feeling of losing a Navi, getting yelled at by Mr. Mach is nothing!

Lan: Mick...

*ec, go to office door, bc*

Cain: ... We must be careful. I thought I told you we couldn't meet in person. I must maintain my "clean" image. I can't be seen associating with people like you.

Kurohige: Don't worry, I came by meself! I didn't attract any attention. Heh, besides, yer not really a "clean" person, are ye? Ye were helping WWW until a little while ago, and now yer our sponsor! Yer heart's blacker than Ito's hair! Gahahahaha!!

Cain: Hurry up and tell me what you want.

Kurohige: Oh, that's right! We're all lookin' real hard for that rat, MegaMan, but he's hidin' out in a certain place, and we need yer help.

Cain: I was just thinking of contacting you about that. You need the barrier to the Underground removed, correct?

Kurohige: Heh, yer pretty good.

Cain: Before that, would you care to explain just how is it that MegaMan escaped? Did you not use the CopyBot I sent...?

Kurohige: Aye, that's somethin' of an interestin' tale. MegaMan was causin' all sorts of trouble 'till a strange lass showed up, and suddenly, the Cybeast gets quiet...

Cain: Suddenly...? ... No, it's not possible! Whatever. Anyway, I will remove the barrier. I don't care how, but I want MegaMan back!

Lan: ... Huh?

*oh dear. Now all attention is on Lan.*

Lan: W-Why is Blackbeard here...?

Cain: Tsk! You see! This is what I was talking about.

Kurohige: Why's this kid here!?

Cain: Hmph, it's too bad you found me out, but you're not going to go anywhere for a very long time.

*they come over to Lan*

Lan: You... You're working with Blackbeard...?

Cain: Yes, what you just realized is absolutely correct. I am "cooperating" with Blackbeard here.

Lan: ... No! Then you've been tricking everyone all this time?

Cain: Yes, and I plan to keep on tricking them.

Lan: B-But why? Why are you lying to everyone!?

Cain: I'll guess the reason is I wanted political power. To get to the top, I've cooperated with many dirty people. And, as for the Cybeasts... I would do anything to get my hands on them. Yes... the destructive and fearsome Cybeasts... They belong in my hands! That was written into my fate from the day I was born!

Lan: ... What are you trying to say? I don't get it at all!

Cain: ... Alright, I will tell you the story from the beginning... This started a long time ago...

*blackout*

Cain: A long time ago, when the Cyberworld was in its infancy, humans were met with an unusual incident that they couldn't find the root of. What had happened...

*bugfrags pop up on screen*

Cain: ...was that large numbers of bugs had gathered in one area of the Cyberworld, and had gained a will of their own...

*the bugfrags group together*

Cain: All of a sudden, they formed one giant lump. The thing that surprised people the most was that... those bugs for some reason, formed into a beast-like shape. It was like a previous phenomenon when this country had fused some bugs together, and Gospel was born. And then, these bugs became violent, much like a beast, and started to destroy the Net.

Lan: No way... Was that how the Cybeasts...?

Cain: You are half right. Only Gregar evolved naturally from bugs.

*flash! the bugfrags are now Gregar*

Cain: To delete Gregar, humans came up with and tried many different plans...

*officials walk up to it*

Cain: But nothing they tried worked.

*Gregar's eyes flash, and the Officials are knocked over. They fade away*

Cain: Just as they were losing hope, one brilliant scientist rose to the occasion.

*pan over to the scientist*

Cain: That scientist was trying to make a program that could take down Gregar. People started to count on this man and he came to be known as a "savior". Long months went by, and the program was finally completed. The scientist's skill was real, and his program seemed to have the power to defeat Gregar... But then, something terrible happened. During the violent fight with Gregar, the scientist lost control of the program, and it started to wildly destroy everything as well. It might have been because it was too powerful...

Lan: ... So that means that program...

Cain: Yes. That program was in the shape of a bird, and its codename... "Falzar".

*pan back over, now Falzar is with Gregar*

Cain: Because of Falzar, the damage on the Net was even worse than before... And that scientist became the focus of everyone's anger. "It's because you made that monster!" is what people said.

*pan again, now the scientist is surrounded by people*

Cain: In the end, instead of being a "savior", that scientist... he became a "devil". He fell so far down in society's eyes that he could never show his face in public again. ... However! I believe this scientist who was called a devil, and what he did... For him to be erased from history is a grave mistake.

*pan to G n' F again*

Cain: Anyway, even though Falzar became wild, he couldn't forget his base program to defeat Gregar. The two beasts fought violently many times. And then, one day, they fought each other into a corner. "Whoever moved first would lose" was what it had become, according to witnesses. That's when the people saw their chance. They thought to bury Gregar and Falzar where they were -- in the depths of the Cyberworld...

*G+F vanish*

Cain: They were successful and peace returned to the Net. This is the truth behind the Cybeast legend.

*back to the office*

Cain: ... So you see, I must have the Cybeasts because... that "devil" scientist was... my grandfather...

Lan: ...!!

Cain: My grandfather was never able to master the Cybeasts, but I will master them! With 2 Cybeasts, I will control the world, and then the world will see just how brilliant my grandfather really was! Well, that's enough talk about the past for now. Now be a good boy. You know you have no way to escape...

*they close in on Lan, he steps back... by the way, guess who has his back to the presumably unlocked door?*

Kurohige: Gahahaha! I'd tell ye not to struggle, boy, but it doesn't matter 'cause I'll get yet in the end anyway!

*in comes Parka*

Cain: Ah, perfect timing. This boy just barged into my room uninvited. Take him away and see that he gets what he deserves.

Parka: Actually, Mayor, I'd like to know if you know Mr. Pirate there.

Cain: A bodyguard doesn't need to know that sort of information.

Parka: He is someone you know, then?

Cain: ... You're acting funny... You're just a pit-bull whose job is to protect me.

*and for a politician, you're a lousy liar.*

Parka: Actually, that's not quite true. My real job... is to find out about your connection to WWW! ... Enter.

*here come the Officials!*

Kurohige: They're... They're CopyBots!

Cain: What is the meaning of this!?

Parka: The meaning? I'm just doing what I came here to do. To find evil people like you, arrest them, and reveal them to the public no matter who they are!

*what a cool speech. The disguise is tossed off... and, er, magically vanishes in midair! It's Enzan! Er, Chaud!*

Lan: Aaaaaaaaaah!! Ch-Ch-Ch-Chaud!!!

Cain: Curses! An Official! You tricked me!

Chaud: Mayor Cain, Captain Blackbeard--you two are under arrest. Arrest them!!

*go enzan~ go enzan~ go enzan~ woo! The Officials surround Cain and Kurohige! Blackout!*

Kurohige: Let me go! Let me go, ye yellow scrap of junk!

Cain: N-No! Not now... The Cybeasts are mine!!

*Thank goodness Kurohige is out of the picture. He was the most annoying person on Team Evil. Lights up on the office.*

Lan: I can't believe that weird guy was you all along, Chaud... I know you had to hide who you were on this mission, but couldn't you have at least told me!?

Chaud: To fool your enemy, first you must fool your friend... Didn't I say that a long time ago?

Lan: You're just as straight-laced as ever!

Chaud: And you're still too nice.

Lan: Hey!

Chaud: After the Cybeast was sealed inside MegaMan, you were being followed by many people on Mayor Cain's orders so that he could get the Cybeast. ... You probably had no idea, I'd imagine. If I were to have even tried to talk to you, my cover would've been blown.

Lan: I-I see...

Chaud: Anyway, Lan, we don't have time to stand around and talk.

Lan: Yeah! I've got to go after MegaMan!

Chaud: I've already used that computer to remove the barrier to the Underground. There was security, but it wasn't anything special. You should be able to get to the Underground now.

Lan: Thank you! I'm going to find and bring MegaMan home!

Chaud: Lan, be careful. The situation right now is very complex. Listen carefully. Right now, there are 2 groups after MegaMan. The first is a group you know very well... WWW. The second is a group that was being run by the Mayor. Originally, the Mayor was working hand in hand with WWW, but recently, they seem to have parted ways. Mayor Cain seemed to have found his own power... For example, the Cybeast Worshippers of the Undernet...

Lan: They were working for the Mayor!?

Chaud: They only knew him as the "priest". ... Hmph, those Worshippers' teachings... They were all made up by the Mayor. But those guys are not a big deal. Now that their "priest" has been arrested, they should naturally stop their operations. The real problem is the other part of the Mayor's group.

Lan: The other part?

Chaud: It seems the Mayor was able to steal a few people from WWW. From the looks of it earlier, I'd say Blackbeard was one. Anyway, even with the Mayor gone, they probably won't stop. They're almost definitely still after MegaMan.

Lan: I gotcha. I'll be careful.

Chaud: I've still got a few things I have to ask the Mayor, so I can't go with you to the Underground. Will you be OK alone?

Lan: I'll be OK. I'm not gonna do anything stupid!

Chaud: Hmm, alright. If I can make it, I will send ProtoMan to you later. ... Lan, stay alert.

Lan: I will!

*ec, go get toma, return to Central3, bc*

Lan: We have to go to the back of this deep cave...? I wonder what kind of world it is... It's really creepy... But we can do it! Let's head out, TomahawkMan.

Toma: I thought you'd never say so! Let's get going already!

*whee! thud. Uh-oh, Colonel beams in!*

Colonel: ......

*screenfade. we're in the Underground. rumble.*

Downed Official: Uuugh... All of a sudden, this area's barrier broke... If only I could report this to my commander... How could it have come to this...? Aaaaannngh! T-Take these... Up ahead... this area... my... ... friends...

game: "SoulWeapons" have been installed inside TmhkMan.

*beat up some ghoulies. By the way, while you're beating up ghoulies:*

Toma: Attack it with my ---!?

*yes*

Toma: Waaargh!

*once you've beaten up the ghoulies*

Toma: Look, Lan! I think the darkness finally gave up!

game: The remaining SoulWeapons turned into BugFrags!! TmhkMan got: 3 BugFrags!!

*next area*

Downed Official: T-Take these...

game: "SoulWeapons" have been installed inside TmhkMan.

*and they say exactly the same stuff. beat up the ghoulies, go up the stairs, and bc. Mega looks like his normal self.*

Lan: MegaMan! That form... You've fought off the Cybeast's power!

Mega: Lan... Please... ...delete me!!

*whiteout, Beast Out*

Lan: What are you saying, MegaMan!? Don't give up! Hang in there!!

Beast Out Mega: *screeeeeech!!*

Toma: Lan, what are we doing!? He's coming!

Lan: W-Wait... MegaMan is still... ... No, I can't keep on doing this. I can't keep on holding back... I've gotta stop him here. ... Attack, TomahawkMan...

Toma: But Lan, it's MegaMan...

Lan: I, I finally understand... and MegaMan also asked me to do this... I wish that all I had to do was knock him out... But if that failed... I must stop him no matter what! Do it, TomahawkMan! You've gotta... You've gotta stop him!

*fight!*

Beast Out Mega: *scr...eeee...*

Lan: M-MegaMan!

Beast Out Mega: *scr...reeeeeech!!*

*flash! Mega is in normal form and KO'd.*

Lan: MegaMan, are you OK? MegaMan!!

Toma: He'll be OK. He's just fainted. But I could really use some help here...

Lan: Really!? That's a relief... I'm going to jack MegaMan out right now...

game: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!! I don't think so!

*In comes Circus.*

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!! Thank you so much! You've just made my life easier!

Lan: C-CircusMan!

Yuika: And here I thought I was going to have to work hard. But you clowns just handed him to me on a silver platter! Watching you two fight from my ringside seat was fun!

Lan: How low will you go?

Yuika: Oh, hoho, you're looking mighty scary! And all I wanted was for you to tell me I'm so smart! See, this is called "profiting while others fight". Didn't they teach you that in school? Kyahahaha! Now, before CircusMan takes MegaMan, I think it's time to finish of that annoying Navi you borrowed.

Circus: Rooooger! Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*he inches in*

Toma: Nooo! All of my strength was used up in that fight!

*no it wasn't. You didn't take a single hit. You used Hyper Burst on his sorry ass. Can I please just fight this guy and get it over with?*

Lan: What are we gonna do...!?

Circus: It's time to say good-bye, kiddies!! Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*circus starts dancing*

game: That's far enough...

*flash! Circus is sparking. Cloak is behind him*

Circus: Uuugh... I totally didn't see...

Yuika: Who!?

Cloak: ......

*and of course, Cloak is none other than...*

Lan: ProtoMan!

Chaud: Sorry to have kept you waiting! ProtoMan, cut that clown to pieces!

Proto: Roger!

*Circus backs away.*

Circus: Yu-Yuika... This guy doesn't play fair!

Yuika: And we were so close! I'll remember this!!

*Circus jacks out.*

Chaud: They got away... Well, whatever. Right now, MegaMan needs to be healed. ProtoMan!

Proto: Got it!

*he runs over to Mega*

Proto: Not looking your usual healthy self, MegaMan. ... Recovery!

*woop~!*

Mega: ... Nnnngh...

*screenfade, now Mega's standing. Would it be so hard to put in some sprites of him getting up?*

Mega: ... ProtoMan... Why are you here...?

Lan: M-MegaMan!

Mega: Lan... and... TomahawkMan. I see... You guys had to come rescue me again. I'm really sorry... I'm causing so much trouble for you guys because I'm so weak.

Proto: Self-reflection is fine, MegaMan, but... not right here... Do you know where you are right now?

Mega: ... Yeah, that's true... Sorry...

Proto: ... Hmm?

*he looks to the left*

Chaud: What is it, ProtoMan?

Proto: Chaud, I sense something very close by. Something very powerful...

Mega: ... Yeah, and it's getting closer. This power... It can't be...

Proto: No mistaking it. ... It's him. MegaMan! TomahawkMan! Jack out you two! It's too dangerous here! I'll take him on!

Toma: What are you talking about!?

Proto: Right now, you two in your current state would slow me down!

game: Be gone!

*flash! Colonel has struck Toma!*

Mega: Colonel!!

Proto: Ugh, too late!

Toma: ... Waaaa!

Lan: T-TomahawkMan! Jack out! Hurry!

*he does so*

Colonel: He got away...

*Mega and Proto assume battle position*

Colonel: But I'm not interested in little fish anyway... I only want the big fish... You, MegaMan!

Baryl: Are you going to come along quietly is the question...

Lan: Baryl!? That voice... That's Baryl!!

Chaud: ... Hmph. There really is only one man who could be the commander of WWW when you think about it... I guess the rumors were true...

Baryl: Sorry, but your sources were wrong. Everyone's been wrong about me from the start! I've been doing this all for myself from the very beginning! Now, hand over the Cybeast power!

Chaud: ProtoMan, don't do what he says! Cut Colonel down where he stands!

Proto: Right! MegaMan, leave this to me. I've fought him once before in the JudgeTreeComp. I'll bring this to an end right now. You should jack out and get some rest.

Mega: ... No.

Proto: What!?

Mega: ProtoMan, you want to fight Colonel, right? But that won't solve anything. Fighting is meaningless. So please, let me talk with him!

Proto: You're too soft, even at a time like this...!

Mega: ... Colonel, please stop it. You're not your usual self. There's gotta be some reason you joined WWW...

Colonel: I don't have anything to say to you... I'm just a member of WWW, nothing more!

Mega: ... That's a lie! You're lying!

Colonel: You don't understand me at all. I don't care what I have to do or how evil I have to be, As long as I complete my mission successfully...

Mega: ......

Colonel: I'm not kind like you...

Mega: Then why did you hold back just now?

Colonel: Hold back...?

Mega: That's right! TomahawkMan was very weak just now. One of your attacks could have deleted him! But you didn't... No, you couldn't! You hesitated, didn't you?

Colonel: ...!

Mega: You wouldn't be changed into someone evil that easily!

Colonel: You're one annoying little talker. I'm going to silence that flapping mouth of yours!

*he hunches over for the attack*

Mega: Colonel, why are you lying to yourself!?

Proto: He's going to attack, MegaMan! Get ready! He's not the type to listen to words!

Colonel: Be gone, MegaMan!

Mega: Colonel!

*Colonel rushes forward, whiteout*

game: ... Ahh!

*Proto has taken the hit for Mega*

Mega: P-ProtoMan! Why...!?

Colonel: Don't get in my way...

Proto: ... You're still the same... Y-You must get rid of that kindness... If you don't... The world... will fall into... his hands... You must... stop him...

*he falls to one knee*

Mega: ProtoMan!

Chaud: Lan! It's just like ProtoMan said. You must get rid of that kindness! Those two are not the Baryl and Colonel you knew!

Lan: ... But, but... Something's not right! ... Baryl! Can you hear me? Why do we have to fight!?

Baryl: I think it's quite easy to understand. You are in my way. Naturally, I must remove you to finish my mission.

Lan: I... No...

Baryl: That's all I have to say. You can say whatever you want, but you won't stop me. If you want to try, you can with your MegaBuster!

Lan: .........

Chaud: Lan! Do it!! If you don't stop him now, there won't be a future for anyone!

Lan: ... I understand that words can't get through to you. We're going to make the two of you wake up no matter what! Let's go, MegaMan!!

Mega: ... OK!

*he turns to face Colonel*

Lan: Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

Baryl: Yes, that's right... It's time, Colonel!

Colonel: I will not lose!

*oh, we'll use a lot more than our MegaBuster. >D Now it's Colonel's turn to spark.*

Colonel: ...Nnnnngh. The Cybeast's power is amazing...

Mega: ... Colonel.

Colonel: What's that face for...? You're the winner...

Mega: Don't say that!

*he walks toward Colonel, but Colonel swipes with his sword*

Colonel: Don't come near me!! I don't need your compassion! ... Aargh!

Mega: ... Colonel, why...?

Lan: ... I've had enough! Baryl... Why does it have to be like this!?

Baryl: ... What do you want me to say? No matter what, we are destined to fight each other. And you won... That's all there is to it...

Lan: ... Destined? I get it... Baryl and Colonel, you two are doing this for no reason.

Baryl: ... What!? You said you understood why we have to fight.

Lan: That's not what I'm talking about! You said it was "destiny". But that's not what I was asking! What I wanted to know was if it was of your own "will"! I wanted to ask you, if you really wanted to join WWW, and if you really, of your own will, wanted to fight me. That's what I was asking! But what you just told me is that you're so focused on "destiny" that you've thrown your "will" away!

Baryl: ......

Lan: Baryl! Open your eyes!

Baryl: "My own will", huh... It's been so long that I've forgotten what it really is... Looking at you, I can see how dirty I have become...

Lan: Baryl...

Baryl: "Live by your own will"... Maybe I've been hoping for someone to tell me that.

Lan: It's not too late! You can quit WWW, Baryl!

Baryl: ... I can't do that.

Lan: But why!?

Baryl: I can't quit, not right now...

Lan: ... Baryl!!

Baryl: There's a favor I have to return... Stand up, Colonel...

Colonel: ......

*he does a fancy leapy thing*

Mega: Wait, Colonel!

Colonel: I can not afford to let you stop me. I will take my leave. Good-bye, MegaMan.

*he fades away*

Mega: Colonel...

*blackout*

[Baryl's Weakness (1)]

Lan: In the end, after we talked about "will", Baryl and Colonel disappeared into the Underground's darkness. We have to watch over and protect our "will". Even when it seemed hopeless, my will kept me going...

game: That night, news of the Mayor's arrest spread throughout Cyber City. People couldn't believe it and were confused. Even worse than the fact that the Expo's sponsor was in a scandal were the rumors that the Expo wouldn't be held...

*lights up in Team Evil's favorite spot in Seaside*

Ito: Blackbeard was arrested along with the Mayor, and our Cybeast trump card is gone... Now what?

Yuika: What do you think? We carry on with just the three of us!

Ito: But what's our next move?

Yuika: Hmmm...uh...

Vic: ... Yeah... The problem is even getting a Cybeast...

Ito: So are you saying we should capture MegaMan again?

Vic: ... Nah, I've got a better idea. This time, we're going to steal the one WWW has!

Yuika: Hm? WWW? But Baryl and Colonel are at WWW. And I don't want to fight them...

Vic: ... Hahaha! I know their weakness!

Yuika: They have a weakness?

Vic: ... Yeah, they do. When I was stealing the Force Program, I remember this one thing. When Colonel had a chance to attack Lan Hikari, he couldn't do it. He looked like he couldn't hurt the girl that came to help that kid. That girl is our key... If we can find that girl and use her as a hostage...

Ito: Hold it. Do you know where that girl is?

Vic: I sorta know... I've got some people looking for her... And also, today when MegaMan was going nuts here, that same girl showed up to save that kid again. So it's safe to say they probably know each other.

Ito: I see. So, if we tail Lan, then we should bump into her, too.

Yuika: That sounds like a plan!

Vic: Good, then it's decided! We'll get that girl and then use her to get WWW's Cybeast!

*screenfade. Lights up in the WWW base*

Wily: To think that even Colonel was defeated... I did not expect things to turn out like this... but my plan will continue to move forward. A certain thing will happen tonight. If it is successful... ... *cackle* Lan, MegaMan... Come to me! Ah, it will be just like that one time--the end of the world is here! Wahahahahahahaha!!

*he does a dramatic laugh*

Wily: *huff, huff...* But the control system... She had better come back soon... According to my calculations, we can move shortly...

*blackout*

game: After school a few days after the fight with Colonel...

Mick: Hey, Lan, do you know why Mr. Mach's not coming to school?

Tab: Oh, I've wanted to know why, too!! Lan, you know something, don't you?

Lan: I-I don't know anything... Mr. Mach's probably got a problem he's gotta deal with.

Mick: Hmmmm? Is that right...?

Lan: (I can't just tell them Mr. Mach's a part of WWW...)

game: *wham!!*

Tab: W-What was that!?

*it's Team Evil!*

Yuika: Hiiii! And how is everyone today?

Lan: You guys! You're the ex-WWW people that joined up with the Mayor, right!?

Yuika: Ex-WWW? Stop calling us that!! We are our very own crime organization now, thank you! Our name is... ...all together now! Yuika's Lovelies!

Ito: The Justice Club!

Vic: Cloudy Bombers!

game: .........

Yuika: What's with you!? I thought we agreed on MY name!

Vic: And just what is so "lovely" about us!? That's so girly! And since when were you the leader!?

*I don't know, she does seem to act like one...*

Yuika: I'm superior to all of you! Therefore, it is only natural! You guys can't do anything, so I'm just giving you a hand! You should be bowing to me and calling me Queen Yuika!

Ito: Um, we're in the middle of a mission, so please calm down. After all, we, the Justice Club, need to act as a team...

Yuika: Yuika's Lovelies!!

Vic: Cloudy Bombers!

Lan: I don't care what your team name is! What do you want!?

Yuika: Oh, yeah...that's right... I almost forgot why we came here... Lan Hikari! We came here to ask you a few questions!

Lan: Questions!? That's it!?

Yuika: Yup, yup! Where is your little girlfriend!?

Lan: G-Girlfriend!?!?

Vic: You know, that girl who saved you from Colonel in Sky Town!

Lan: You mean Iris!? I don't know what you're up to, but I'm not going to tell you where she is!!

Ito: Hmm... Just as we thought, you won't answer... I figured you wouldn't make this easy. I don't usually like to be rough with people, but... JudgeMan!!

Judge: Sir!!

Tab: W-Wha, wha, what!?

*surrounded by bots!*

Tab: Green Town's Punishment Robots!? B-B-But why are they here!?

Lan: Ah...

Yuika: *snicker, snicker...* You know, even if there were more of you, do you really think you can fight this many bots and save your friends!?

Vic: You're not going to make fools of us this time!

*yeah, you can do that yourselves.*

Vic: Now, you wouldn't want to see your friends get hurt, would you? So hurry up and tell us where the girl is!

Lan: I don't know where she is!

Yuika: Tee, hee... Maybe the Punishment Robot can gently help you remember...

*Lan gets electrocuted!*

Lan: Waaaaaaaah!!

Yuika: Well? Those sealed lips of yours might be a little looser now...

Lan: Waaaaaaah!!

Yuika: Hmmm... I guess you really don't know... Punishment Robot, stop!

*Lan falls to the floor*

Mick: Lan!!

Tab: Lan!!

Yuika: But how can you not know...? Oh, well, it doesn't matter. We'll just take MegaMan again, if you don't mind.

Mick: Hold it! Don't you lay a finger on Lan!

Tab: We'll protect Lan with everything we have!!

Yuika: Oh, I'm so touched by their friendship that I'm crying... Punishment Robots, give these boys what they deserve!

Mick: Nrrrgh...!!

game: Stop!

*it's Iris!*

Iris: I am here... Let the others go.

Yuika: How nice! The girl comes out of hiding all by herself! Alright, girlie, you're coming with us! Punishment Robots!

*the lower row of bots surround her*

Yuika: Don't try any funny business or you'll get hurt!

Iris: I will not resist, so please, remove these robots.

Yuika: And if I say no?

Iris: Punishment Robots, please step aside...

*they leave her*

Yuika: W-What!? What are you doing!? You're not supposed to move on your own! Hurry up and surround her!!

game: .........

Yuika: W-What's with them...!?!?

*Iris walks to the front of the room*

Iris: ... Lan, I'm sorry. ... Alright, I'm ready to go.

Yuika: Ugh, you're the type of person I hate the most... You're so full of... "courage"... Yuck!!

*blackout*

Lan: Nnngh... Uurrgnnnn...

game: *crash!!*

*lights up in school. Lan is standing*

Mick: Lan! Are you OK!?

Lan: Where are they!?

Mick: Well... Um...

Lan: What...!? Iris got what!?

Mick: Sorry, Lan... We couldn't do anything...

Lan: It doesn't matter! We've gotta go help her now!! ... Um, so do we have a clue as to where they went?

Mick: We don't know Lan. They could be anywhere by now...

Lan: ... Yeah...

Tab: ... Oh, hey! ... Ah, nevermind...

Lan: What!? Did you think of something!?

Tab: ... N-No, it's just that... Well...

Lan: We're running out of time, Tab! Spit it out!

Tab: I don't know if this is a clue or anything, but... on the Undernet, there's this BBS that's got all sorts of of info... Or at least that's what I've heard... Most of the stuff is about pretty bad things so... I was wondering if maybe we could find something there...

Lan: Of course! The Undernet BBS!! It's so obvious! I'm sure I'll find something there! I'm going to go take a look!

Tab: B-But the Undernet is dangerous!

Lan: I can't sacrifice Iris' life because it's dangerous! I'll be alright! I'll get her back!!

Tab: Lan... ... Alright... But be careful, OK...?

*ec. OH HAY NEW AKIHARA MAILZ*

subject/sender: Sorry... Mayl (12)

message: Lan. I want to say that I'm sorry for what happened when you came to visit... I hope you and MegaMan are both safe...

subject/sender: For us Yai (13)

message: Lan, I wanted to say sorry for what happened to MegaMan. He did it for us...

subject/sender: Booorring! Dex (14)

message: Lan, I wanna apologize... If me and GutsMan were stronger this wouldn't have happened... I'm really sorry.

*to the Undernet. There is some Hell Navi who won't get out of the way:*

Hell Navi: Who are you! I've never seen you before! What are you doing here!? Get lost!!

*but, but it seems like I'm here all the time... You get lost! There's another one later on...*

Hell Navi: I'm bored... Hey ugly!! Deleting you should help pass the time!

*well, ex-cuse me. And another...*

Hell Navi: You... You're not an Under dweller! If that's true... It's your doom!!!!

*lay off the exclamation points, buddy. Still another:*

Hell Navi: I wonder what would happen if people from the other side just walked in here like they owned the place!?

*they would pwn your sorry butt. They just keep coming...*

Hell Navi: People from the other side hanging around... Ewww!

*and so's your face! That's all of them. I wanted to wait until the end of the story to do the BBSes, but since this one's forced my hand, I'll just post it here:*

[Undernet BBS]

game: It's a BBS...

*if there's a new post:*

Lan: Looks like there's a new post!

*numbers start from the bottom and work their way up.*

01 - subject/poster: The Underworld/DKWebmr

message: Hehehehe... This UnderBBS... It is for posting dangerous things you can't post in other places... Hehehehe...

02 - subject/poster: Rock Virus/Jinta

message: What's up with that Rock Virus!? My surefire one-hit delete didn't work at all! Somebody tell me how to delete that thing!

03 - subject/poster: Smashing Rocks/Chivalry

message: It's hard to hurt its armor with normal attacks... Here's my trick... You can delete it in one shot by hitting it with a chip that has a special ability to break things...

04 - subject/poster: ICan'tBeStoppd/GoGoGo

message: If I install these NaviCust parts, I will be unstoppable!! All of you install them too, and relish this great feeling! What? The parts are too big to install!? Hmmphh! ALAAALLABR! Hmmphh! Amateurs! That's all you get from me!!

05 - subject/poster: AquariumAccdnt/DKWebmr

message: Seems like something has taken over the Aquarium... It's none of my business you know... I think I'll relax and check stuff out around here!

06 - subject/poster: Real Criminal/Jori

message: Something tells me the culprit is connected to the Aquarium... Hehehehehe... The Exterior is perfectly secure, so it must be an inside job... Hehehehe... I wonder what will happen next? Hehehehe...!!

07 - subject/poster: Who? Where?/Badboy

message: Seems like someone stopped the disturbance before it spread outward from the Aquarium... I hear it was some little elementary school kid... I dunno who it was or where it was, but someone find out! Ehhh, I don't really care either way...

08 - subject/poster: Bones! Bones!/UnderYou

message: I saw a strange guy buying this food... *woof* Then something I've never seen before was there... And there was a mysterious bone mark like the one that's been floating around the Net... What is that!? *woof* Somebody help me!! It's terrible! I can't even sleep! *woof*

09 - subject/poster: Took Shortcut/DarkWest

message: What's up everyone! I'll tell you some stuff I found out! If you use that food in front of one of those marks, You can take a shortcut through a passage. I wonder what the connection is with the food and the shortcut...? No matter what, you gotta try it once! Later!!

10 - subject/poster: That Thing.../Suzanne

message: I got an awesome special item!! I think it will end up like that thing... They sell it somewhere in the Cyberworld. Here's a hint: Rain. You should go look for it for yourselves! If you get the item, check it out in front fo a bone mark! Hahaha... I think you'll get addicted...

11 - subject/poster: MonsterRevival/Danny

message: Hey! Hey! This is no joke! Something has been revived...! I'm going to go hide out! You guys be careful too!!

12 - subject/poster: StupidNetPolic/TheFools

message: I went to check out the other side... It's really crazy! Even the silly Net Police were defeated in an instant! So I took my chance and got outta there! It's been a while since I've been ready to delete! Muhahahaha!!

13 - subject/poster: EndOfTheWorld/Mumu

message: The end of the world is at hand... The normally quiet viruses have boiled into a rage due to the Cybeasts... The world will be overrun like never before with unknown spectres!! The Undernet will soon be the only Net! Muhahahahaha! Muhahahahaha! Muhahahahaha! Muha...*cough*

14 - subject/poster: The Cybeasts?/BigBaddy

message: The viruses that were whipped into a rage seem to be returning to normal? And the Cybeasts spirits are disappearing... Nooo...! Did someone delete the Cybeasts!? It must have been someone incredibly strong...

15 - subject/poster: Criminal Trial/Boo

message: The trial in the case of the Aquarium occupation incident starts soon! If they find him guilty, then we have to worry about other kinds of awful punishments!! No video games for a year... Wait 100 hours to go to the bathroom... Having to eat brussel sprouts with every meal... Ahhhh... I get goosebumps just thinking about it!

16 - subject/poster: Hey!AScientist/Jackyl

message: Everyone listen up! It seems Dr. Hikari got arrested! I dunno what he did, but for him to go crazy like that is just a sign of the times.

17 - subject/poster: Sunglass Virus/DKWebmr

message: Someone do something about those stupid sunglass wearin' viruses!! The flash bomb that thing throws explodes, and then it numbs the body and you ain't movin' no more! Darn... I'm still tingling all over!

18 - subject/poster: ColoredGlasses/Shogun

message: I'm gonna tell you all about the weak points of colored glasses! Everyone open your ears and listen! Those colored glasses... Wind will knock them right off! After they get blown away... it's up to you to find 'em!

19 - subject/poster: Strange Times/SlickRbr

message: You know, lately the weather has been really unstable... Just when you think it'll rain, the sun comes out... And now when I think sun... IT SNOWS!! SNOWS... YES. SNOWS. What in the world is going on!? This isn't the season for long sleeve shirts!!

20 - subject/poster: NO-TITLE/NO-NAME

message: UUUUU LAAAAA... THE WORLD IS ON THE ROAD TO DESTRUCTION AND DECAY... THIS IS THE FULL POWER OF THE CYBEASTS... WE SHALL RISE UP FOR THE ONES WE WORSHIP!! UUUUU LAAAAA... UUUUU LAAAAA...

21 - subject/poster: Candle Phobia/Peter

message: Yeeoooowww... What's up with that candle virus? Just when you think it's laughing, all of a sudden, fire comes shooting out of its feet! Thanks to that, you can count on getting burned! Yeeoooowww... Will someone do something about those things!!

22 - subject/poster: Blow Off Baby!/Mr. Dama

message: You just got to knock some wind into those wick burners! You can nail that fire on top of their heads with a wind attack! Do that and you can put that fire right out!! A candle without fire is a candle without power! Without its flame you can take your time deleting... Hahahahaha... Make sure to use wind against candles!

23 - subject/poster: NO-TITLE/NO-NAME

message: UUUUU LAAAAA... OUR BELOVED CYBEASTS HAVE BEEN REVIVED... THE WORLD IS NOW ON THE PATHWAY TO RUIN AND DESTRUCTION... THE WORLD OF FOOLS WILL SOON FALL TO THE CYBEASTS... THE DAY OF PROPHECY IS AT LAST AT HAND!

24 - subject/poster: Crime Preview?/Secret

message: I wonder if this post refers to that warning from before? What was it called? That one that warned us of the crime... If that post is for real... I bet even the Net Police don't know... I wonder if the part about Cybeasts is really true...? It could be just some Navi playing around...

25 - subject/poster: FortProtection/Hahahaha

message: Hahahaha! I installed that NaviCust program... It's called Shield. There is no one who can face me now!! No matter what comes my way, I can block it by pressing Left on the +Control Pad and the B Button! Hahahaha! I'm feeling generous today so here is a present... RBBBAAABRL!! Hahahaha!! You too can be invincible!! Hahahaha!! Even Cybeasts don't scare me!! ... ... Alright... Cybeasts still scare me. Somebody do something about them already!!

26 - subject/poster: WWW People/NO-NAME

message: It seems WWW is behind a disturbance at Cyber Academy. Now they are at the Sky Town Admin Bldg. I don't know what they are after, but they make me sick...

*and that's everything on the BBS!*

[Baryl's Weakness (2)]

*To Sky Town! bc where Dingo usually hangs out! Baryl looks all beaten up, with the Lovelies standing over him!*

Yuika: Tee, hee... Iris, was it? Isn't she cute, Baryl? I don't know how you know each other, but you don't look like the invincible Baryl now! Tee, hee!!

Baryl: ... I-Iris...

Vic: Heh, heh, heh! Don't worry, Baryl. She's just taking a nap... You know, like a sleeping beauty. I never thought I'd see the day when you're so helpless. Until now, you've been pretty snobby, ordering us around. I hate it when people tell me what to do!

Ito: Don't think ill of us, Baryl. I had to think things through many times, but in the end, I chose to go with them.

Yuika: No offense, but if we let you go back to Dr. Wily, then you'd tell him we're coming for his precious Cybeast. You guys! Throw Baryl into the sea!

game: Wait!!

*in comes Lan!*

Lan: Let Iris and Baryl go!!

Baryl: L-Lan... Hikari...

Yuika: *snicker, snicker...* What a persistent little brat. Stop where you are! Don't take another step! Get any closer, and your girlfriend goes bye bye into the sea! The sea here is real famous for its high tides. I wonder what would happen to her if she fell in...? Tee, hee, hee!! You get the picture, don't you?

Lan: Nngh...!!

Yuika: What are you waiting for!? Hurry up and throw Baryl in!!

Vic: Alright, alright, I got it!

Ito: I don't dirty my hands in this sort of thing usually...

*they go over to Baryl*

Lan: Stoooooop!! Someone... Please help Baryl...

Yuika: You're so silly. There's no one around! No one is going to come help you this time!

game: And sometimes, someone does come!! Mmph!!

*Mach lands in the midst of the mayhem!*

Lan: Mr. Mach!!

Mach: You still treat me like a teacher...

Yuika: It's the traitor. What do you want!?

Mach: Traitor? Which one of us is the real traitor? And what's this? There's only 3 of you! I guess failures are destined to continue to fail.

Vic: You're one annoying loudmouth, popping up from out of nowhere! I'll throw you into the ocean along with Baryl!!

Mach: You've already forgotten...?

*whiteout!*

game: *crash!! bonk!!*

*lights up. Mach is fine, Ito and Vic not so much*

Mach: I was always the strongest out of all of us! ... Yuika, hand Baryl and the girl over to me now. I don't want anything bad to happen to that girl...

Yuika: Grrrr! I'll remember this!

Mach: And I'm sure those two over there will, too.

Yuika: Tsk!!

*screenfade. The Lovelies are gone, leaving Netto, Iris, and the WWW*

Lan: M-Mr. Mach...

Mach: Mr. Mach, huh? I'm glad you still think of me as a teacher, but Lan, I don't deserve to be treated like that. As long as I'm a member of WWW, I'm just a horrible man who tricks his students...

Lan: But you're not really evil in your heart! I think I sorta understand... You have a reason, so that's why you're doing this, right?

Mach: ... My daughter was born with a bad illness, and she needed a very big operation or she would die. But that operation was very expensive, so we didn't do it. Just as the illness seemed to be subsiding, she suddenly fell very ill again, and needed the operation... Around that time, a man came and paid for the operation. That man was Dr. Wily.

Lan: ... So he made you join WWW for the operation...

Mach: ... Yes, and while I was a teacher at Cyber Academy, I spied on Cain, and reported everything to Dr. Wily.

Lan: Mayor Cain?

Mach: Cain and Dr. Wily were working together. You knew that, didn't you? So I was spying on Cain because he couldn't be trusted. On your first day of school, that incident with BlastMan... That was because I was trying to hack Cain's computer. But I failed because you stopped BlastMan. But now that I think about it, maybe it was a good thing... If you hadn't defeated BlastMan then, all of my beloved students could've lost their lives...

Lan: .........

Mach: Anyway, no reason can erase all the things I've done.

Lan: Why don't you and Baryl join me and fight Dr. Wily? It's not too late!

Mach: I'm sorry... I can't join you... What WWW did is the only reason she is alive now. WWW is a criminal organization, yes... but to me, it is my daughter's savior. And I have to think about Baryl...

Lan: Baryl...? How do you know Baryl, Mr. Mach?

Mach: When I was a college student, I stayed in Netopia for a while to learn Karate... I was looking for strong people to fight, and I found the Netopia team captain, and I fought him one on one. I thought I was great, being my college's champion, but I was beaten... ... It was so embarrassing.

Lan: That person...

Mach: Yes, that was Baryl. After the fight, I asked him for a favor. I asked to train under him for a whole year. But I didn't want to learn only about how to fight. I wanted to learn how to have faith in myself, in life. That's what I really wanted to learn, and he took me in... We're close in age, and that's why Baryl gained my trust. And that's why I believe in him now, and why I can't betray him... I'm sure Baryl has his own reasons for joining WWW... but he just can't tell me...

Lan: Mr. Mach... What will you do now?

Mach: I wanted to be with everyone at graduation, but... No, I knew it would turn out like this after I joined WWW. I probably won't see you ever again...

Lan: Mr. Mach! Don't go!!

Mach: Take care, my beloved student...

*blackout*

game: And then Mr. Mach and Baryl left... Maybe if I were a little older, I could have done something, but as a kid, all I could do was say goodbye... After Mr. Mach and Baryl left, I brought Iris back to school. I had to get back fast or Mick and Tab would be worried.

Tab: Aaaaah! Lan! I'm so glad you made it back safe!! We were sooooo worried about you!!

Lan: Sorry to make you worry, Mick, Tab...

Mick: I was worried about Iris. I wasn't worried about you at all!

Lan: Heh, that's not what your face says!

Mick: Shut up!

Tab: Thanks for saving us that time, Iris. If you hadn't come, I don't know what would've happened... And that was neat how you repelled the Punishment Robots with just one word!

Lan: (She repelled the Robots...?)

Mick: Yeah, look, let's go home, OK? I'm mad hungry!

Tab: Yeah, me too! It's about time to go home! Lan!

Lan: Ah, yeah...

*Mick and Tab leave.*

Lan: You wanna go home with us, Iris?

Iris: I-I have something I have to do...

Lan: Hey, Iris... Just who or what are you?

Iris: Um...

Lan: Ah, don't take it the wrong way. I'm not trying to pry. I've thought a lot about you, like, I just don't know anything about you...

Iris: .........

Lan: You don't have to answer if you don't want to... but we're friends, right? If you tell me what's wrong, then I think I could help you a little. I mean, isn't it hard to do everything by yourself?

Iris: Thank you, Lan... I... nd... ........irst...

Lan: Huh? What did you say?

Iris: ... Nothing... ... Thank you... You're the first person to call me a friend...

Lan: Iris...

Mick: Heeeeeeey, Laaaaan!! What are you doing!? I'm gonna ditch you!

Lan: OK, OK, I'll be right there!! Well, I've gotta get going. If you ever want to talk, just let me know, OK?

Iris: OK...

Lan: ... Alright, see ya!

[Invitations to the Expo]

*ec. When the lights come up after the screenfade, Iris is gone. Apparently, to test the no panic music thing, you save here and never again, and that's what I'm doing. Find out whether this works or not at the end of the script! In the park, bc:*

Tab: But I wonder if it will really be alright...

Mick: What are you talking about?

Tab: The Expo! EXPO!! With WWW causing all these incidents lately, I wonder if the Expo will still be held. I'm really worried.

*...uh, there's a lot more to worry about than the Expo. Other than BN5 where they had an excuse, I don't remember the Akihara crew ever being as out of the loop as Mick and Tab are. Geez.*

Mick: Yeah, all the adults talk about lately is how uneasy they are and how dangerous everything is. Yeesh.

Lan: Sounds more like WWW's trying to stop the Expo...

game: Everyone! Your attention, please!

*it's a Navi parade! Their text boxes disappear before I know what's going on! SHOOT!*

game: Everyone! Your attention, please!

Red Navi Girl: The Expo will be held as scheduled!

Butler Navi: There are great dangers! But we will not be scared!

NormNavi: Citizens! Let's come together and make this Expo a success!

Yellow Navi: If we band together, we can scare those who want to hurt us! Let's all work hard together!

*so I had to reset once for every parade member. Yeesh.*

Tab: They're CopyBots!!

Mick: They're going to open the Expo as planned! Aren't you happy, Tab?

Tab: Yeah!! Aren't you, Lan?

Lan: ... Yeah.

Mick: What's with you? You don't sound so happy.

Lan: ... I'm happy, but will it really be safe...? The incidents lately have been pretty bad, and MegaMan and I were a part of it all... But I'm glad what happened isn't gonna stop the Expo...

Mick: Hey, stop making that droopy face! Yeah, you were involved, but you stopped the bad guys, so you should be able to find a way to help the Expo!

Tab: Yeah, Lan! There's nothing you can't do!

Lan: Thanks, you two!!

Tab: Ah, it's time to stock the shelves! I have to go home!

Mick: Yeah, I've gotta get home too. Later!

*they leave*

Lan: Well, we'd better head on home, too.

*ec. When you get home, there's a nice, warm cutscene waiting for you!*

Lan: I'm home! ... Hm? Is Mom out shopping?

*he skates to the counter*

Lan: A note... Guess she did go shopping.

game: *beep beep!*

Mega: Lan, you've got mail!

Lan: ... An E-mail? From who?

Mega: Umm... The Expo Executive Committee...

Lan: The Expo!? Read it, read it!

Mega: OK, here we go! "Dear Mr. Lan Hikari, We of the Expo Executive Committee would like to invite you to our Preview Gala. You have been selected from among the citizens of Cyber City to attend this once in a lifetime event! This event will be held in one week. You may bring any interested friends with you to the Expo Site to experience this exciting event!" That's what it says!

Lan: Um, MegaMan, what's a "Preview Gala"?

Mega: It's an exclusive event where a lot of special guests will get to see the Expo before it opens.

Lan: So you mean we get to see the Expo before anyone else!? Cooool!! About time something good happened, huh?

Mega: But it seems sudden. Don't you think it's kinda suspicious...?

Lan: You think too much, MegaMan. A lot of stuff's happened, so you're just being paranoid.

Mega: ... You think so? ... Yeah, you're probably right. So, who are you going to invite?

Lan: Hmm... Mick, Tab... and Iris, I guess. ... And I'll ask everyone back in ACDC Town, too! And Chaud, too!... Although he probably won't come...

Mega: OK, let's ask everyone after school tomorrow!

Lan: Yeah! I bet everyone's gonna be really surprised! OK, I think I'm gonna take a nap until Mom gets back.

Mega: Lan... Homework...?

Lan: Nap first!

Mega: Aaaargh! Laaaaaan!!

*he goes to his room. blackout.*

game: That night... *rooooooooar!!*

Mega: ... Lan... Did you hear something? It sounded like a large animal. Maybe it was the other Cybeast...

Lan: Nngh...? Animal...? What...mumbling about...? This's the real world... You're hearing...in your sleep... Nngh... Mmm... zzzzzz...

Mega: ... Maybe my ears are playing tricks on me...

game: The next day, after school...

Lan: Ah! School's finally over!!

Mega: Let's go invite Mick and the others to the Expo! And then, after we get home, I'll go invite everyone from ACDC Town through the Net! And if Chaud's around, I'll invite him, too! Do you think he went back to DenCity?

Lan: Yeah, I think so. Sounds good! You take care of that, and I'll invite Mick and the others in Central Town!

*ec. Mick is in the classroom.*

Mick: Huh? The Expo pre-opening? I'm going... For sure I'm going! 100% do or die sure!

*Iris is reading the monitor in the lobby.*

Lan: Ahh, Iris! Nice to see you!

Iris: ...You're inviting me to the Expo too?

Lan: Yeah! It's gonna be great! Let's go together!! We are meeting at blah blah blah... Got it?

Iris: Umm...yeah...

*Tab is in the store.*

Tab: Ahhh, welcome!! Huh, you're inviting me to the Expo too? Thank you!! I'm so happy!! I will go with you for sure!!

*new Akihara mail!*

subject/sender: The Expo Ms. Mari (15)

message: It looks like the Expo will open on time! When it opens, I will definitely go there! I'll also make a special trip to visit your house!

*to ACDC Area! Oh, look, it's Proto!*

Proto: The Expo? I can't go there and enjoy it knowing that the Mayor and Dr. Wily are connected to each other. Sorry, I hope you understand.

*Roll's in her homepage...*

Roll: Hey! What's up MegaMan? Huh? You're inviting me to the Expo!? I'll go!! Is that alright Mayl!?

Mayl: Yeah!!

Lan: Great!! Mayl's OK with it too!

Mayl: I wonder what pavilions they will have!? I can't wait!!

*...as is Gutsman...*

Guts: Guts Guts! MegaMan, what's up!? Can I go to the Expo?

Dex: We already decided we'd go! Let me hear the details!

Lan: Ahh!

Dex: Hmm... Gotcha! I'm lookin' forward to it!

*...and Glide.*

Glide: Ahh, Hello MegaMan! What are you doing today? Hmmm, the Expo, huh? Ms. Yai's schedule is open that day. Ms. Yai, what do you think?

Yai: We've already decided to go! Make sure to pencil it in on my schedule.

Glide: Understood.

Yai: We'll see all the latest cutting-edge technology!

*bc*

Mega: OK, we've invited everybody!

Lan: A whole week! I can't wait! It's gonna be a blast!

Mega: I know!

Lan: Well, let's take a look around and then jack out, OK?

Mega: OK!

[Akihara BBS]

*ec. Aw, heck, while we're here, let's do the Akihara BBS, which is actually called OasisBBS:*

01 - subject/poster: ACDC Oasis/YaiWbmst

message: Welcome to the ACDC Soul Oasis, the ACDC BBS! I'm Yai, the webmaster here. This is a BBS for everyone to have fun chatting! So everyone make lots of posts!!

02 - subject/poster: I'M MR. BIG!/Dex

message: Yo!! Mr. Big, Dex is here to liven up this party! Because we all know you can't have a party without Mr. Big!! If you wanna know a great pizza place or an awesome lunch place... I'm just the man to ask! Just don't ask me for help with homework!!

03 - subject/poster: No, You Aren't!/YaiWbmst

message: Someone might be cool, but you might want to look at a mirror sometime Mr. Big, because the cool one isn't you! I already know you are the last one to ask about school! But you can still tell me about that pizza shop... Or better yet, you can show me where it is!

04 - subject/poster: Done Moving/Lan Love

message: I heard that the most famous kid in ACDC, Lan, has moved away! I'm a big fan and I was hoping to get an autograph, but I was so shocked when I heard he moved that I gained 20 pounds!! If this keeps up I'll have to become a sumo wrestler! Someone tell me the truth!! What happened to Lan!! I don't wanna be a sumo wrestler!!

05 - subject/poster: ClassmateHere?/Kelly

message: It seems that one of our classmates went to Lan's house last Sunday. Everyone went to see Lan off with sad faces... A girl with red hair even started crying over Lan not being there anymore... I hate to say it, but the rumors are all true. He moved.

06 - subject/poster: Meet Anytime/YaiWbmst

message: No reason to be sad! The whole world is connected by the Net!! Even if you are far away, you can still meet on the Net! So dry your eyes and be happy! It's not so bad! And if you become a sumo wrestler, do your best!! I'll be cheering for you if you do!

07 - subject/poster: What'sCybrCity/Dex

message: Hey all! It's me, Dex! Lan moved to Cyber City, huh? I wonder what it's like...? I wonder what happens there? From what I hear, there is some kind of research there. I wonder if it's research into new battle techniques? Someone got a clue what goes on there?

08 - subject/poster: FutureResearch/Hikky

message: My friend lives in Cyber City, and I hear they are researching future technologies there. How to keep the sea clean and how to live with nature... I think they are also researching astronomy! It would be nice to live in a world where people could coexist with other living things...

09 - subject/poster: Cybeast Rumor/WantNeed

message: I don't really totally understand this, but I heard a really juicy rumor!! They say Cybeasts are sealed away in the Cyber City Net!! They also say there are bad guys who want to break the Cybeasts' seal!! Crazy, huh? I want to have a Cybeast as a pet!! It'd be cool, don'tcha think?

10 - subject/poster: WriteOnNetLife/Roll

message: Don't you think the viruses in ACDC Area have gotten stronger lately? And I heard the viruses are all over the area, too! Not to mention lots of viruses I've never seen before!! If this continues we won't be able to enjoy NetLife at all! Someone should do something!

11 - subject/poster: Guts2TheRescue/GutsMan

message: ACDC Area has been strange lately! The viruses are being whipped into a frenzy!! Since MegaMan isn't around anymore, things have gotten bad! If this keeps up, ACDC Area will be completely lawless! Let's join together and keep ACDC safe! Guts people! Guts!!

12 - subject/poster: AntiVirus Info/Glide

message: I'm not very strong, but please let me help out! Be extra careful if you see Catacks, the tank viruses! Catacks have to ability to penetrate this area... We have to delete them before they get in, or use a Wind chip that'll prevent them from getting in, but the sure-fire way is absolutely through battle!

13 - subject/poster: Expo Opening!/Dex

message: Did you guys see the thing on TV yesterday? There's gonna be an Expo in Cyber City!! Ya know, Lan's dad was talking about the Expo wasn't he? What exactly happens at an Expo anyways? If it's a tourney there is no way I'm gonna lose!!

14 - subject/poster: MegaMan'sOnTV!/YaiWbmst

message: I saw that on TV too!! It's Expo time!! I hear that MegaMan is gonna be the Navi covering the event!! I guess he was chosen as the Operator Navi for the Expo Pavilion! I guess they got lots of things going on over there! I bet Lan is having a great time...

15 - subject/poster: OK! OK!/Mayl

message: I saw it too! MegaMan was on TV!! Cool, huh... Lan hasn't talked to me at all lately. It'd be nice if he just sent me a mail or something... But I don't really care or anything...

16 - subject/poster: Real Monster?/Warrior

message: What the...!? Did anyone see that relay just now? It was a link with Cyber City... There was some weird monster on the screen! Yahhhhh!! Was that that Cybeast people are talking about? It was... smaller than I imagined... I wonder what's going on!?

17 - subject/poster: Navi? Virus?/Cutey

message: I saw it too!! What was that thing? It was about the same size as my Navi... I wonder if it was a Navi... It sure didn't look like a normal Navi... Was it a virus...? !! Maybe it was a stunt to get the viewer's attention? They do things like that you know...

18 - subject/poster: 1...100% OK./Somebody

message: I saw it!! It looked so brutal that it really scared me!! But Lan is in Cyber City, right? He'll do something about that ugly looking thing, right? But what happens if that thing comes to ACDC Town... I dunno what to do... I'm scared... Lan!!! Help us!!!

19 - subject/poster: Higsby's.../Dex

message: Hey yo! I just went over to Higsby's Chip Shop! It wasn't open though... Now that Lan is gone, Higsby's doesn't have anyone to sell lots of chips to anymore! That must be why they're closed! I guess Lan really did spend a huge amount of money on chips... Higsby's Forever!!

20 - subject/poster: HigsOnVacation/Inoppe

message: I heard that Higsby is on a trip to Netopia! It must be really important if he closed the store to go there... I also heard that a long time ago Netopia used to hold a huge tournament. I wish I could make a name for myself there!

21 - Can't GetChips/Glasses

message: Since Higsby's is closed, you gotta go really far to buy chips... It's kinda a pain... I betcha they sell lotsa awesome chips in Cyber City... I'm really jealous...

22 - A Command?GutsMan

message: A weird Navi was telling me that I could get really rich with some weird command... He shouted "RBARALBBBL"!! I wonder if I could really become rich with that...

23 - Compress Cmmnd/Traveler

message: That has to be the Compression Command!! It's a trick that lets you make NaviCust parts smaller... Actually, I'm not sure what NaviCust parts it affects... Rich, huh... Rich... That wouldn't be a bad thing to be...

24 - Expo Opening!!/Roll

message: It's finally time for the Expo!!! I heard it might be cancelled due to all of the incidents, but I guess that didn't happen... MegaMan is gonna pick me up, and I can't wait for him to get here!!

[Blue]

25 - I Saw TheNews!/GutsMan

message: I saw the news!! I couldn't be happier!! How 'bout it, Roll!? The cool Navis are closer to home, not further away! That's one GutsPunch of a yellow body!! Let GutsMan be your escort, and not just at the Expo! ...I guess not?

26 - LittleWorried?/Glide

message: Ever since the incidents, I'm kinda scared... I guess it's good they will open the Expo...

27 - SomethinHappen/YaiWbmst

message: What are you talking about, Glide!? If Lan's around, we're 100% OK!! And you need to send me some cool clothes through the NaviGate!! You know... cool clothes to wear to the Expo!!

*phew... finished. Yep, it's time for bed. Nope, I don't want to save. Blackout.*

[Final Battle - Expo]

game: The morning of the Preview Gala...

*lights up in Lan's bedroom. He is asleep.*

game: *tiptoe, tiptoe...*

*in come Dex, Mayl, and Yai*

Dex: Hehehehe... Alright, all together...

game: WAAAAAAKE UP!!

Lan: Whaaaaaaaaai!! Whowhatwhenwhere!?

*he sits up in bed*

Lan: D-Dex, Mayl... Yai!?

Dex: You sleep like a rock, Lan. So we came by to bust your z's!

Mayl: Good morning, Lan! Did we scare you?

Yai: Hmph. Well, get up already, sleepyhead! We'll be waiting at the park so hurry over there ASAP!

*away they go.*

Lan: Aah... They totally scared me. I'm wide awake now...

*screenfade; now Lan is dressed*

Lan: I'm good to go! Better meet up with everyone at the park now.

Mega: Yup!

*ec. Talk to your mom*

Lan: Mom, I'll be back!

Haruka: Off to the Expo? Have a good time!

*head to the park, bc*

Tab: Go! There!

Yai: Look! Right there! What are you doing!?

Dex: Guts Punch!!

Mick: Back at you! Rflectr! No! I missed!

Mayl: OK, that's enough! The winner is... Well, it's a draw!

Dex: A draw...? Heh, not bad! The only person in ACDC Town that could beat GutsMan was Lan so it's been a while since I've fought a guy with guts!

Mick: Yeah, me too! The name's Mick! Nice to meet you.

Dex: I'm Dex! Nice to meet you, Mick!

Yai: Well, now that the NetBattlers have finished, I'm Yai Ayanokoji. Nice to meet you.

Mayl: I'm Mayl. It's a pleasure to finally meet the both of you.

Tab: Ah! Ayanokoji... You mean the really rich Ayanokoji's?

Yai: You've heard of my family? You know a lot of things, then. What's your name?

Tab: I'm... I'm Tab! Wow, Lan sure has some neat friends... Strong NetBattlers, cute girls... and even famous rich people! What a variety!

Dex: Strong NetBattler... I like you already!

Mayl: Cute girls...? We're just good friends...

Mick: Hey, what's with Lan? He's still not here? Without him, we can't get in, right?

game: Sorry, everyone!!

*Lan comes over... with Iris!*

Lan: Sorry I'm late! I bumped into Iris on the way here. Oh, did you guys introduce yourselves already?

Mayl: Yeah. Um, Mick and Tab, right? ...and...um...

Iris: My name's Iris...

Mayl: I'm Mayl, nice to meet you!

Dex: I'm Dex! Nice to meet you! I'm the strongest NetBattler in ACDC Town!

Yai: You're really pretty... and your hair clips are cute! I'm Yai Ayanokoji, but you can call me Yai.

Iris: N-Nice to meet you all...

Lan: Alright, so now everyone knows each other! Let's go to the Expo!

game: OK!!

*ec. Get over to that Expo! bc!*

Lan: So this is the Expo Site... Hmm......

game: Welcome to the Expo!

*and there is a Butler Navi!*

Butler Navi: Welcome! You must be Lan Hikari and his friends!

Lan: Um, why does it seem like we're the only ones here...

Butler Navi: That's because today is reserved just for you!

Dex: No kidding!? Reserved for us!? You mean we have the Expo all to ourselves!?

Tab: Ho, ho! Are we lucky or what?

Yai: I'm happy for us, but I don't know where to start...

Butler Navi: For that, we have a special Stamp Rally! Let me show you each pavilion! Please look to your right!

*pan over to the Seaside Pavilion*

Butler Navi: This is the Seaside Town Pavilion! Their theme is "The Harmony of Man and Water"! Next, is...

*pan to Green Pavilion*

Butler Navi: Green Town's Pavilion! Their theme is "The Benefits of Nature to Man, and the Effects of Environmental Destruction". And next we have...

*pan across the road to Sky Pavilion*

Butler Navi: the Sky Town Pavilion! Their theme is "Improving Man's Life Through Weather Control". Lastly, we have

*pan up to the oh-so-foreboding Central Pavilion*

Butler Navi: Central Town's Pavilion! Their theme is "Next-Gen Net Society: Man and CopyBots, Together".

*and pan back down to the gang.*

Butler Navi: Please get a stamp from the Green, Sky, and Seaside pavilions, and then go to the Central Town Pavilion. I will now give you your stamp cards!

game: Everyone got a: "StampCrd"!!

Butler Navi: Please have a good time!

*with that, the Butler Navi leaves the gang to their fate.*

Dex: OK! Seaside Pavilion, here I come!

Mick: Hey, I'm coming, too!

Tab: I'm going to the Green Pavilion!!

*they run off*

Yai: Let's go to the Sky Pavilion, Mayl!

Mayl: OK! Why don't you come along too, Iris? OK?

Iris: ... OK.

*they run off*

Lan: Well, MegaMan, what should we check out first?

Mega: Um, the Expo's nice, but doesn't it feel kinda creepy to you?

Lan: Are you still worrying about that!? We got a reservation, so let's have some fun! Come on, let's go!

Mega: O-OK...

*let's check out all the stuff in the Seaside Pavilion first! Examining the board outside:*

game: The Seaside Pavilion summary... It looks like their theme is "The Harmony of Man and Water"...

*monitor right inside*

game: The voice from this monitor babbles continuously about the close relationship between man and water.

*waterfall*

game: Water gushes forth from between the rocks... Watching the water calms the heart. Something is shining in the middle of the water pool... Lan got: "RegUP2"!! Regular memory increased by 2 MB!!

Mick: Yeah! This water is great! No matter how much I drink, it's still delicious!!

*near the monitor is Dex:*

Dex: Awesome... Real fish all around!! They did a good job!

*and as Lan heads for the stamp rally, note the ominously-placed tunnel one story above.*

game: Lan stamped his Stamp Rally Card!!

Lan: Alright! I got the Seaside Pavilion stamp!

*to Green Pavilion! Sign outside:*

game: The Green Pavilion summary... It looks like their theme is "The Benefits of Nature to Man, and the Effects of Environmental Destruction".

*Tab is pacing inside. You can stand in his path and he will pace for as long as you stand there*

Tab: Yes... This pavilion makes you think about the environment. It's our duty to protect nature for future generations.

*oddly enough, the stamp seems to be at the beginning of the dioramas instead of the end. But, whatever.*

game: Lan stamped his Stamp Rally Card!!

Lan: Alright! I got the Green Pavilion stamp!

*now then, we begin with a snazzy, glowy earth:*

game: "The blue planet Earth. A crisis is upon this planet." is written on this panel. You suddenly feel a heavy weight...

*purply factories and cars make purple CO2, and verdant, green trees make O2.*

game: Humans make a lot of carbon dioxide every day through things like cars and factories. But plants breath in the carbon dioxide and release oxygen. So the air of this planet is being recycled by plants.

*sort of scary-looking crying tree.*

game: Every year, many trees are cut down, making the world's forests disappear one by one. The oldest forests are sadly, starting to fade away.

*normal earth will turn into gray, parched earth!*

game: This panel clearly shows what would happen to our planet a few decades from now if we continue to destroy the environment at the current pace.

*trees have been cut down here... note the tunnel in the largest stump... and we end with six logs and a desert*

game: Our planet may become like this desert if we continue to destroy it... Someone has written a number with their finger in the sand. "59485971"

*welp, that was a bummer. On the other side are some tents:*

game: Once the Expo opens, you can eat foods from all over the world under these tents. But no one is here right now.

*in the center is the statue:*

game: The two Expo mascots, CopyBoy and CopyGirl... Not much thought went into the design, it seems...

*in the center of the statue is the monitor:*

game: There is a short movie about various sights at the Expo playing on the monitor. "You may jack in" is written on the edge of the monitor.

*in the monitor is a Mr. Prog:*

Prog: WELCOME TO THE EXPO MASCOT'S COMP! THIS MASCOT WAS DESIGNED ALONGSIDE THE COPYBOT. IT WAS DESIGNED BY A VERY FAMOUS DESIGNER!

*lol. To the northwest is Sky Pavilion, which has a sign:*

game: The Sky Pavilion summary... It looks like their theme is "Improving Man's Life Through Weather Control".

*mascots of its own:*

game: The Sky Pavilion's mascots, SunnyMan and RainyMan... Their design is kind of boring too...

*and a monitor just inside.*

game: The voice coming from the monitor is explaining the effect of weather on everyday life.

*As we explore, note the ominously placed cloud pathway. On the other side are Mayl*

Mayl: Look Iris! The weather map is on the floor!

Iris: Yeah...

*and Iris*

Iris: ...Hahaha!

Mayl: Hahaha!

*and in the center is Yai*

Yai: Those two sure are becoming close... I feel lonely not knowing what to say.

*up the ramp and on the back wall is Mr. Weather!*

game: It's a copy of Mr. Weather. It looks really well-made... You can jack in, but there's no need to right now...

*and in this pavilion, you can check out the ominous pathway up close and personally*

Mega: This looks like an emergency exit, but it's locked!!

*but go to the right and stamp the card*

game: Lan stamped his Stamp Rally Card!!

Lan: Alright! I got the Sky Pavilion stamp!

*exit the pavilion to bc*

Lan: Did you guys get all the stamps!?

Dex: We got them all, right Mick!?

Mick: Yeah! People and CopyBots living together! Next-Gen Net society! I've been waiting to see this!

Lan: Wow, he's really excited about it...

Tab: You two should tag-team Lan in a NetBattle, too!

Lan: Glad they're getting along, but teaming up sounds... Ahahaha...

Mayl: The Central Pavilion sounds like fun, huh, Iris?

Iris: Yes.

Yai: You should come over to my house sometime, Iris. We can have some extraordinary strawberry milk!

Iris: Really?

Yai: Yeah! You can come visit any time!

Iris: ......

Mayl: What's wrong, Iris?

Iris: No, it's nothing. I'm looking forward to strawberry milk!

Lan: Looks like everyone really is getting along... Well, everyone, let's go into the Central Pavilion! Everyone ready? Here we GO!

*they all file inside*

Yuika: They've entered...

*for some reason, the Lovelies are on top of one of the tents.*

Vic: If we don't hurry up, we'll miss our chance...

Ito: But we can't get to our target if we go through the front...

Butler Navi: INTRUDERS!!

Yuika: Hmph, we've been spotted... Retreat!

*scene change! Back with the gang... gee, this room looks strangely familiar...*

Lan: So this is the Central Pavilion... Wow... It's all just CopyBots... Well, let's take a look around!

*screenfade. Very familiar monitors here, and that platform... Hmm...*

Dex: So this is a CopyBot? You put your Navi in it and it looks like him?

Mick: Yeah, but this is the first time I've seen so many!

Tab: I didn't know there were so many CopyBots being made! It's surprising!

Lan: To me, it's kinda scary to see this many all lined up...

*on the other side of the room*

Mayl: Are you OK, Iris? You're looking a little pale...

Yai: What's wrong?

Iris: .........

Mayl: You're shaking... Do you feel sick...?

*Now I remember where I've seen it! It's--*

game: Welcome to the Central Pavilion!

*The kids gather around as the Butler Navi walks up on the platform, just like Baryl did so many times.*

Butler Navi: Isn't this pavilion wonderful? So many CopyBots in a row... You'll be so happy... ...... because you can see the end of the world from this pavilion!!

*Did I mention that this is WWW HQ?*

Lan: W-What the!?

game: Wahahaha... It's been a while, ... Lan Hikari.

*Butler steps aside to let Dr. Wily himself through!*

Lan: Dr. Wily!?

Wily: Welcome to the Central Pavilion... or rather, WWW Headquarters!!

Lan: WHAT!? Then-then the person that sent that mail was...

Wily: Yes, it was me! But that isn't all! It was I that made this Expo! Hahaha. Mayor Cain did an excellent job in building it. The money to build the Expo actually went into building my secret laboratory and funding our criminal activities. Ah, and I am so close to completing my goal. I just need two more things... One is the Cybeast inside MegaMan... The other is...

Lan: The other is...?

Wily: ... Iris!! You've come back to me, my dear!

*everyone looks at Iris in shock!*

Wily: Ah, but then, you only have one place you can return to. Come! Come back to me!

Iris: ......

Lan: I-Iris... What does he mean?

Iris: .........

Wily: Just accept it, Iris. You have no place to go!

*dramatic pan across the room*

Wily: Now!

*and every CopyBot turns into a Hell Navi. Cue the panic music that hopefully won't last forever if I saved early enough!*

Tab: Waaaah!! Wh-What's going on!?

Yai: Th-There's too many!

Dex: Not good...!

Wily: You can not escape!

*up come three more Hell Navis*

Tab: Eeeeeeek!!

Wily: Get them!!

Hell Navi: Yes, sir!

*blackout*

Dex: Stop! Nooo!!

Yai: Can't we talk about this!?

Mick: Darn it! Darn it!!

Mayl: Aaaaaaah!!

Tab: Eeeeeeeek!!

Lan: Everyone!!

*Lights up. Lan is alone, surrounded by a ring of Hell Navis.*

Wily: Splendid, Lan. But I think it's time to give up! You fought well, but resistance is futile! Seize him!!

Lan: Ack!!

*whiteout!*

game: Hyaaaaaaa!!

*the Hell Navis are down! Proto to the rescue!*

Lan: ProtoMan!!

game: Looks like I'm a tad late...

*and in comes...*

Lan: Chaud!

Chaud: Where are the others?

Lan: They're being held by Dr. Wily...

Wily: You! You're that Official brat! Go, my Navis! Get those two annoying brats!!

Chaud: Lan, we must retreat for now! We have to come up with another plan!

Lan: ... *nod*

Chaud: ProtoMan, let's go!

Proto: Roger!

*he leaves the CopyBot, and Lan and Chaud split*

Wily: Get them, get them! Don't let them get away!!

*screenfade, lights up outside Central Pavilion*

Lan: Whoooooooaaaaaaa!!

*Lan skates out. Chaud has to make do with his sped-up walking sprite, which looks really silly.*

Hell Navi: Oooooooooohh!!

*a bunch of Hell Navis give chase. Blackout*

game: An hour after Lan and Chaud narrowly escaped the Expo...

*lights up on Central Town. It's crawling with Hell Navis. One is in front of the LevBus station*

Hell Navi: WHERE... LAN... HIKARI...?

*screenfade. They're hiding out in the school.*

Lan: Now what? The town's crawling with Dr. Wily's Navis!

Chaud: I had no idea they had made so many CopyBots... We would be crushed if we went after that many CopyBots.

game: *wham!!*

Hell Navi: There they are!

*looks like you've got no choice. Lan and Chaud are between the wall and a wall of Hell Navis*

Chaud: Tsk, they've locked us in!

Lan: This is bad... There's three of them...

Hell Navi: LAN HIKARI... ELIMINATE...

*they come forward, Lan and Chaud step back*

game: *wham!!*

Hell Navi: REINFORCEMENTS HAVE ARRIVED... THERE IS NO ESCAPE...

*the Hell Navi turns to see the 'reinforcements', and...*

Hell Navi: URK! YOU'RE...!

*flash!*

game: Finishing Attack!! *bam!* *pow!* *biff!*

*lights up! The Hell Navis are downed by none other than...*

Mach: Hmph! No one lays a finger on my students!

Lan: Mr. Mach!!

Mach: It's OK, you're safe now!

Lan: Thank you, Mr. Mach!!

Mach: It looks like Dr. Wily's starting to make his move... which means he's putting that plan into action.

Lan: That plan...? Mr. Mach, what does Dr. Wily want!?

Mach: Dr. Wily is...

game: *wham!*

Hell Navi: I heard a voice from in here! They've got to be here!!

Mach: I'll get them to follow me and leave this room.

Lan: I'll go too, Mr. Mach!

Mach: Lan, I have a favor to ask of you...

Lan: A favor...? Me?

Mach: Please stop Baryl... I'm sure he's with Dr. Wily right now. There's a hidden passageway between the Principal's Office and the Expo Site...... Please... stop him, my dear student!!

*away goes Mach*

Lan: Mr. Mach!!

Mach: Heeeeey!! Hey, you! I'm over here!! Come get me!!

Hell Navi: A HUMAN! HE'S ESCAPING! OVER THERE!!!

Chaud: ... They're gone.

Lan: ......

Chaud: Lan, now's not the time to feel bad about things. ... Besides, I think that person will be alright. Just by looking at him, I can tell he's not easily beaten. Come on, let's hurry to the Principal's Office.

*he leaves*

Mega: Chaud's right. I'm sure Mr. Mach will be alright.

Lan: Yeah, he will. OK, let's go!!

*ec. Chaud is standing over a downed Hell Navi in the hall:*

Chaud: It isn't safe here. You must hurry...

*in the lobby, bc*

Lan: If we climb this, we can get into to the Principal's Office.

*pan to said office, then back*

Chaud: Let's stay calm and find a more normal route, Lan...

*they head for the Teachers' Room, but...*

Hell Navi: Over here! They're over here!!

*three Hell Navis at twelve o' clock!*

Lan: No...!

Chaud: Leave them to me... You go ahead.

Lan: Chaud!

Chaud: Hurry!

Lan: OK!!

*Chaud walks forward, Lan skates into the Teachers' Room, ec. In Cain's office, examine the yellow book to bc:*

Lan: Huh? This book is the only one that's really worn out...

game: Lan pulled on the book!! *creak!!*

Lan: Waaa!! What was that!?

*he looks over at the other side of the room*

Lan: Ah!!

*there is now a doorway between the trophy cabinets*

Mega: This is the hidden passageway Mr. Mach was talking about...

Lan: This leads to the Expo Site... OK, let's go!!

*now over to the gang, minus Iris, surrounded by another Hell Navi ring*

Mayl: I wonder where they're keeping Iris...

Yai: But even if we knew, we can't do anything to help...

Hell Navi: Shaddup! No talking!

Yai: Eek!

Dex: Hey, Mick...

Mick: What...?

Dex: Tell me how to use a CopyBot...

Mick: Why are you asking me... Oh, I get it. *whisper, whisper...*

*ec. Back to Lan. Step through the door to find yet another bc*

Lan: ... Where am I?

*he looks at where he's come from... yep, it's that ominous octopus-mouth tunnel!

Lan: Waaa!!

game: Someone's here! Hurry up!!

*Lan looks over*

Lan: Ah! You guys!

*it's the Lovelies!*

Yuika: Eek! Lan Hikari!

Vic: Hurry up, Ito!! We're going to go on ahead!!

Ito: Please wait a second! I'll be right there! ... OK!

*he runs over to them on the fish, which have rearranged themselves into a convenient pathway*

Ito: *huff, huff...* Ah, I'm worn out... *sigh* OK, everything is set. Let's go.

Lan: Wait!!

*he skates over to the fish*

Lan: I can walk on these, right...?

Ito: Sorry, not any more! Switch on!!

game: *beep!*

*all the fish move back*

Lan: Waaa!!

Yuika: Tee, hee. Looks like we get first dibs!

*they leave*

Lan: Wait!! What should I do!?

Mega: Lan! Lan, over there! I think Ito did something to that!

*Lan skates up to the control panel*

Lan: ... It looks like the control panel for this pavilion.

Mega: Lan, jack me in! I'll fix the system!

Lan: Alright, let's do it! Jack in! MegaMan, execute!!*

*in the control panel:*

Lan: It's up to you, MegaMan!

Mega: Roger!

*ec*

Mr. Prog: AHHH... I'M IN TROUBLE... ALL OF A SUDDEN THIS SCARY NAVI SHOWED UP... HE DID SOMETHING STRANGE AND THEN THE PROGRAMS INSIDE THE TANKS CAME RUSHING OUT... THAT'S WHY THE SEASIDE PAVILION DISPLAY IS BROKEN... TO RETURN THINGS TO NORMAL, I NEED TO FLIP THE CONTROL SWITCH OVER THERE, BUT THE EMERGENCY DOOR IS CLOSED, AND I CAN'T GET TO THE SWITCH...

Mega: I see... I'll solve your problem!! The operation of this Comp is like the one in the Aquarium.

Mr. Prog: YEAH, THE COMP HERE WAS MADE ALONGSIDE THE AQUARIUM COMP.

Lan: So we find the Mr. Progs and put them back in their tanks! Let's go, MegaMan!!

Mega: OK!

Mr. Prog: TAKE CARE!!

Prog: OH DEAR, OH MY... MY MEMORY IS REALLY GOING... AND YET... I KNOW ALL ABOUT THE SEASIDE TOWN AQUARIUM... STRANGE. WHAT IN THE WORLD AM I...?

Mega: Bring this Program:

*yes*

game: The nameplate is broken... You can't tell what animal's CompTank this is...

Prog: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*yes, bc*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*FLASH!*

game: AN AQUARIUM DIRECTOR! I'M THE AQUARIUM DIRECTOR MADE INTO A JOKE PROGRAM! I GUESS THAT'S WHY I KNOW SO MUCH ABOUT THE AQUARIUM! ... WHICH MEANS I'M NOT REALLY A FISH AT ALL, HUH...?

*EC*

Prog: HEY... DON'T REMEMBER MUCH, BUT... HMM... IF ONLY I HAD A CLUE... DON'T REALLY KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT ME THAT STANDS OUT... OH, WHAT TO DO, WHAT TO DO... ...... *CHOMP*

Mega: Bring this Program?

*y*

game: It's labeled: "Shark CompTank"

Prog: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*Y, BC*

game: ...OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*flash*

game: A SHARK! MMMM... NO WONDER I HAVE AN UNSTOPPABLE URGE TO EAT EVERYTHING! *CH-CHOMP!*

*ec*

Prog: GOLLY, I WISH I COULD REMEMBER WHAT I AM... HMM... I THINK I OWE SOMETHING TO A SEA ANEMONE...

Mega: Bring this Program?

*y*

game: It's labeled: "Clown Fish CompTank"

Prog: IS THIS MY COMPTANK?

*Y, bc*

game: ... OH! I REMEMBER! I'M REALLY A...

*flash*

game: A CLOWN FISH! I'M A FAVORITE WITH THE KIDS! SHUCKS, I'M JUST A SHY, LITTLE FISH THAT HIDES IN AN ANEMONE! I FEEL SO MUCH BETTER!

*the door is down!*

Mega: Lan! Check the control panel!!

*irl*

game: *beep!* *click!*

*the fish move back into the pathway*

Lan: Alright!! Jack out, MegaMan! Let's get going!

Mega: Roger!

*screenfade, step through the tunnel into a bc*

game: *shuffle, shuffle* *thump, thump* *thud, thud!!*

Lan: What's with this passage? I wonder where it goes? Oh, I think I see the end!

*and he emerges from the ominous trunk tunnel into Green Pavilion.*

Lan: Phew... I wonder where I am now...?

Vic: Urgh, you again!?

*the Lovelies haven't gotten far*

Vic: Ito, hurry it up!

Ito: Why am I the only one working...? JudgeMan, I'm leaving you to take care of MegaMan!

Judge: With pleasure...

Ito: Shall we get going?

*the Lovelies leave except for Ito*

Ito: JudgeMan, stand your ground.

*he leaves*

Judge: Trust in me!

*a branch covers the exit*

Lan: Looks like we've gotta jack into that Earth machine and defeat JudgeMan, or else we can't go any further! Let's do it, MegaMan!

Mega: OK!!

*ec, jack in, talk to Prog*

Prog: I'm the caretaker program for this Pavilion... ...A smooth talking program created for the Expo... I've got alot to say, would you like to take a listen?

*yes*

Prog: As a counter to the hackings in the Cyberworld, we've implemented a means to prevent backtracking. Step on a panel in this area, and grass will begin to grow. Stepping on grass is regarded as breaking the law. One of the guards in this area will appear, a court will be opened, and violators will be punished. One more thing. One step is considered one crime. Step on 3 grass panels, and you're guilty of 3 crimes. The bigger the crime the bigger the punishment... Ahh, another thing... Press the L Button to look at your surroundings. Press the L Button again to stop looking. The best thing to do is look ahead then move forward. There should be a door blocking your path... There'll definitely be buttons near there, and pressing all of them will open the door. ...Take care and good luck...

*okay! when the door opens:*

game: The security door has been unlocked!!

*reach JudgeMan to bc*

Mega: Get away from there, JudgeMan!!

Judge: I'm afraid I cannot. These words may be terribly overused, however, if thou wishes to proceed, thou must defeat me!

Mega: Lan!

Lan: I know! We don't have a choice! Let's go, MegaMan! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

Judge: Thou shall not pass!

*beat Judge*

Judge: I'm sorry... Ito... Gwaaaaaaah!!

*kaboom!*

Lan: MegaMan! The switch! Hurry!

Mega: Got it!

*he runs up to the control panel*

Mega: Here we go!

*irl, the branch is removed*

Lan: Alright, now we can get through! Jack out, MegaMan!

Mega: Roger!!

*ec, step through to bc... how ya doin', suspicious emergency exit?*

Lan: *huff, huff...* What's with these never-ending stairs? I'm getting so tired... *huff, huff...*

Mega: Lan!! Look up there!

Lan: Huh!?

*Vic is in front of Fake!Weather*

Lan: Vic!!

*Vic looks over*

Vic: It's the brat again! Don't you ever get tired!?

*the other Lovelies are up above. There's a cloud path to maneuver into place now.*

Ito: If he's here, then that means JudgeMan is... *sniffle*

Yuika: Don't be so down, Ito... This is how life is... You've known since the day you were born, right?

Ito: I know...

Yuika: Hey, useless! Vic! Stop those two from getting any further!

Vic: What am I supposed to do!?

Yuika: You want to be of some use? Then, YOU think of something!

Vic: Tsk! It's not that easy to come up with something by myself! Curses, guess I've just gotta try it! ElementMan!

Element: PIKIRARAPIKIRA... (Roger...)

*the clouds move away*

Vic: See, Yuika! I CAN do something!

Yuika: Heh, very nice, Vic. Tee, hee... But it looks like little boy Lan's going to get you!

Vic: Huh?

Lan: Stop!!

*you kind of forgot to let yourself cross, Vic.*

Vic: Urk!

*Lan chases Vic into a corner*

Lan: I've got you now!

Vic: Hmph, playtime's over! You think you can catch me? Ha!

*he smoke ball-teleports up with the other Lovelies*

Lan: How did he!?

Vic: Later, brat! After we get Dr. Wily's Cybeast, you can bet we'll be after yours! Stop them, ElementMan!

Element: PIKIRARAPIKIRA (Roger.)

*away go the Lovelies*

Mega: Lan, jack me in!

Lan: Right! Let's do it, MegaMan! Jack in! MegaMan, Execute!!

*no prog talking, it's late o' clock and that last one was waaaay toooo looong. When finished collecting data:*

Mega: The Rainbow Data is complete! While on a cloud, press the A Button to shoot out some Rainbow Power! Use that Power to make a ring around the typhoon!

*lasso a typhoon:*

game: The Rainbow Power washed the typhoon away.

*and once the typhoons have been lassoed:*

Mega: ... The rain's stopped! The cloud has disappeared! The road's clear! We can go forward now!

*into Element's zone*

Element: PIRIRIKAPURIKA... (Please let me...) PIKIRI PIKIRAKIRA... (erase my grudge from that day...)

Mega: He's attacking, Lan!

Lan: Go for it! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

Element: KIPIPIRI PIKARIPIRA! (Clear out like clouds!)

*faito!*

Element: PIKIRIRI... PIKIRARA...... PIRA... RIRI... RA...

*boom*

Lan: MegaMan, the switch!

Mega: Got it!! Here we go!

*irl, the cloud path is back to normal*

Lan: OK, the path's back!

Mega: We've gotta hurry! Jack me out!

Lan: Roger!

*ec, now we're back in Central Pavilion, bc*

Lan: Yuika!!

Yuika: You got through after all... but this is the end of your act! CircusMan!

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*laser door!*

Lan: Ah!!

Yuika: If you wanna get through, you've gotta beat CircusMan! My Navi is a whole different show from those two clowns! Well, have fun!

*she joins the other Lovelies*

Yuika: Hurry up and get that open! Are you two men or boys!?

Vic: Hey, only Dr. Wily and Baryl can open this door. So it's not THAT easy to open!

Ito: It's true...! I've never seen security this tight before.

Yuika: You just have to put your backs into it! Besides, of course it's gonna be tough! There's a Cybeast on the other side!

Lan: The Cybeast is...! Grr... We can't lose now!! Come on, MegaMan!

Mega: OK, let's go!!

Lan: Jack in! MegaMan, Execute!!

*Central Comp is like BlastMan's stage, but with really tough viruses that sent me back to the beginning once and the spirits. You Netbattle them.*

Mega: Lan, they're coming!

Lan: Leave it to me!! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

*fight*

Mega: Alright! We beat the EvilSpirits!!

*ec. After the third one, the flame in front of Circus vanishes:*

game: The darkness is disappearing!!

*aaaand ec. Go up to Circus to bc*

Circus: Hey, ho, it's MegaMan! I won't let you get in Yuika's way! Ahoo, hoo, hoo!! Get ready to be deleted!

Mega: Lan!!

Lan: We can't let them get away with this! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

Circus: Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*fight Circus, oh god I barely made it...*

Circus: Aaaaaaah...!! Yuika... Ahoo, hoo, hoo!!

*boom*

Mega: *huff, huff...* CircusMan... He was tough...

Lan: MegaMan, the switch!

Mega: Got it! Here we go!

*irl, away goes the laser*

Lan: Great job! Jack out, MegaMan!

Mega: Roger!

*up ahead*

Yuika: What's taking so long!? Hurry it up!

Vic: Ah, come on, I'm not Baryl... I can't move...

Yuika: Quit your whining!

Lan: Hold it right there!

*here comes Lan!*

Lan: You can't escape!

Yuika: Hmph! What do you mean, "You can't escape"? You think you can beat 3 adults, you little snot? Hey, you two!

*she steps back and Vic and Ito step forward*

Vic: It doesn't matter how strong you are at NetBattling, you're still just an elementary school kid in real life!

Ito: It's against my policy to use brute force, but you deleted JudgeMan...

*they're closing in! Lan backs off*

Lan: Darn it... They're right... If this was a NetBattle, then I could win...

game: INTRUDERS!!

*uh-oh, it's our buddy Butler Navi and his Hellish friends*

Butler Navi: LAN HIKARI AND THE TRAITORS HAVE BEEN SPOTTED!!

Hell Navi: DELETE!!

*and there are even more Hell Navis in the lower end of the room*

Hell Navi: DELETE!!

*now this scares Vic and Ito. Lan, too*

Lan: Argh, why now!?

Yuika: "Traitors"? You think they mean us?

Ito: It appears that way...

Vic: We could take on 1 or 2 of them, but without our Navis... This is bad... Grr! And we were so close to the Cybeast!

Butler Navi: LAN HIKARI AND YOU TRAITORS, THIS IS THE END FOR YOU! GET READY!!

Hell Navis: DELETE!!

Butler Navi: DELEEEEEETE!

Mega: Lan!

*those last two were blink-and-miss-'em ones, and I am NOT going through the entire Pavilion just to see how many 'e's are in 'deleeeete'. Whiteout.*

Guts: Guts Punch!!

Roll: Roll Arrow!!

Glide: Glide Flash!!

*it's Roll, Glide, and Gutsman, here to blow up some Hell Navis!*

Guts: We're here!!

Roll: Sorry to keep you waiting!

Glide: Phew, that was a close one!

Lan: GutsMan, Roll... Glide... ... That means...!!

game: Hey, Lan!!

*it's Yai, Mayl, and Dex!*

Dex: How's that? Did we do a good job with the CopyBots!?

Lan: Dex, Mayl, Yai! Thank goodness you're safe! ... Iris... Hey, where are Mick and Tab!?

Dex: Iris... was... Dr. Wily took her somewhere... Sorry we couldn't protect her... Mick and Tab are kicking some evil Navi butt, I'm sure!

*Mick's Navi and Tab's Navi are facing off against far fewer Hell Navis than the gang... and they're losing.*

Mick's Navi: H-Help!!

Tab: I-I can't fight!!

Hell Navi: DELEEEEEEEETE!!

Dex: Or not. Looks like they're surrounded!

*up above are Mick and Tab*

Mick: S-Someone!!

Tab: I-I-It's no good!!

Mick's Navi: Is this the end!?

Tab's Navi: Eeeek!!

Hell Navi: DELETE!!

Tab's Navi: Tab!!

*flash! Proto saves the day! Again.*

Lan: ProtoMan!!

Tab: W-We're saved...!

Mick's Navi: Phew...

*here comes Chaud*

Chaud: Sorry I'm late...

Lan: Chaud!!

*screenfade. Lights up on the Lovelies backed against the door with the whole gang in front of them*

Lan: Think you can escape now!?

Chaud: Ex-WWW members, you are to give yourselves up now!

Yuika: ... Ooooh!! Thank you for rescuing me!!

Vic: Yuika, what do you think you're doing!?

Yuika: Actually, I was being forced to be bad by these two evil men!

Ito: W-What!? You're turning your back on us!?

Chaud: I don't think so, lady!

Yuika: What? You don't believe little ol' me...? ... Well, fine then!!

*she jumps off the platform!*

Ito: Come on, Vic!!

Vic: Ah, what's with you guys!?

*they also jump for it*

Chaud: They got away...

Lan: Chaud...

Chaud: The Cybeast is just behind this door... I'm ready to go at any time.

Dex: I'm going!

Mick: Count me in!

Tab: M-Me, too...!

Mayl: I'm coming along!

Yai: I'm want to help, too!

Lan: ... No, only MegaMan and I are going.

Dex: What!? You want us to sit here and just twiddle our thumbs!?

Lan: Look, there's a Cybeast inside of MegaMan! If those two Cybeasts get close to each other, who knows what might happen... So I want all of you to do something for us.

Mick: You want us to do something?

Lan: Yes. I want you to take people far away from Central Town, as far as you can! Please!

Chaud: ... I understand. You're right. If the 2 Cybeasts started fighting, we would be helpless. We have no choice but to let you two handle this. ... Lan, please, come back in one piece.

Lan: ... *nod*

*Chaud leaves*

Dex: You can't lose, OK!?

*Dex leaves*

Tab: I believe in you, Lan!

*Tab leaves*

Mick: Remember, Lan. I'm the only one that's allowed to beat you. So you can't let some stupid Cybeast beat you first!

*Mick leaves*

Yai: I think you'll be fine! It's you, after all! Good luck!!

*Yai leaves*

Mayl: Lan... I'll be waiting for you.

Lan: ... I'll be back, Mayl. You can count on it!

*Mayl leaves. Lan heads for the door*

Lan: Now, how do I open this door...

Mega: This door can only be opened by Dr. Wily and Baryl...

Lan: Then we've gotta find Baryl...

game: That won't be necessary.

*Baryl... doesn't look so good. He limps up to Lan*

Lan: Baryl...

Baryl: Lan Hikari...

Lan: You won't stop me! I WILL stop Dr. Wily!

Baryl: ... Out of my way.

Lan: No!!

Baryl: Dr. Wily is mine...

Lan: ... Huh!?

Baryl: This is my "will".

Lan: Baryl!

*he steps aside so Baryl can get to the door*

Baryl: Come with me if you want, but this door is a one way road.

Lan: A one way road... You mean I can't turn back... ... That's fine by me! This is the last battle, MegaMan... Let's go.

Mega: Alright, Lan. Let's go!!

*ec. When you approach the door:*

Mega: Lan, this is it! The final battle! Once you go through the door, you can't save. Are you ready?

*well, we haven't saved since waaay before the Expo! A little more won't hurt. If you say no:*

Mega: Gotcha! Once you're done getting ready, we'll head off!!

*yes:*

Mega: Let's go Lan!!

*Lan skates in*

Lan: T-This is!!

*pan down. Those are some big Copyroids.*

Wily: Lan Hikari... I had no worries that you wouldn't make it. Everything has gone according to my plan... All I want now is the Maverick.

Lan: Maverick...?

Wily: ... Baryl, the only thing I didn't foresee was your betrayal.

Baryl: ... I have not forgotten what you have done for me, Dr. Wily, and that is why I have worked for you as a WWW member.

Lan: What Dr. Wily did...?

Baryl: Dr. Wily is the one who raised me... and he is the one who created my Navi, Colonel...

Lan: What!?

Wily: And now you betray the very man who gave you everything?

Lan: ... No way! Dr. Wily raised you!?

Wily: You should listen to him, Lan. Many years ago, after I was kicked out of the science community, I started to plan my revenge against Net society. But there was a man who had wanted me for his own plans... That man was a Netopian commander--Baryl's father. That man who had scouted me out, had me research military robots while living in Netopia. I put my own plans on hold for this man who needed an ex-scientist like me... A few years later, a war broke out in a country somewhere, and that man went to the battlefield to fight. While he was out there, I watched over his only son, Baryl. A few years passed... I received a letter... It was then that I knew that that man was no longer alive. My sadness and anger at losing a friend re-ignited my hidden desire for revenge against society... I threw my kindness away that day, and became a "mad scientist" out for revenge. ... But there was something I had to do first. I did everything I could to repay the debt to Baryl's father by using the soldier data he had given me, to raise his son to be a better soldier than even he was, because that was what the man who had needed me had wanted. And I succeeded. You are better than your father... Wake up, Baryl, and realize who you should thank for why you are even alive today! Don't let the world and Net society scare or confuse you, and come, stand with me!

Baryl: ... You're the one who needs to wake up. I remember when you first gave Colonel to me, your eyes shone bright with kindness...

Wily: Hmph! I told you! I threw away my kindness long ago!! I have no use for kindness in my grand plans!

*rumble!*

Lan: Huh!?

Wily: Ah, looks like it has finished charging... The time for talk is over! It's time to put my plans into action... Iris!!

*Iris comes to stand next to Wily*

Iris: .........

Wily: Begin the preparations!

Iris: .........

*she goes over to the Copyroid on the left*

Lan: Iris, I'm here to rescue you!! Iris, Iris!!

Baryl: It's no use... Right now, she's in operating mode. She can't hear anyone now...

Lan: ... Baryl... W-What do you mean!?

Baryl: Dr. Wily created Colonel about 20 years ago,... The newly completed Colonel was at the time... ...no, even now, he has incredible abilities. He had incredible power, speed, and very clear thinking... an ability to control electronic devices, ...and kindness. He was the perfect Navi...

Lan: ... Was?

Baryl: On the day we found out my father had passed away... Dr. Wily took Colonel away from me... A few hours later, the Colonel I got back wasn't the same Colonel I knew...

Lan: .........

Baryl: Colonel's kindness program had been removed, and he had been changed into the perfect combat Navi. ... And there was 1 more program that was removed. Colonel's ability to control any electronic device...

Lan: What does this have to do with Iris...?

Wily: You still don't understand!? I made another Navi from the programs I took from Colonel! A Navi whose purpose was to operate military weaponry... That Navi is Iris!

Lan: W-What...!? Iris is a NetNavi!?

Baryl: Yes... Iris is Colonel's younger sister.

Lan: Th-That's... That's impossible! I mean, Iris is in the real world... Ah! ...... A CopyBot!

Wily: It looks like you finally understand. Then you also know what the CopyBots behind me are for?

Lan: N-No way...!! No, stop!! Iris!!

Iris: Come... Cybeast Gregar.

*flash! oh dear, irl Gregar*

game: *grrrrrrrrrrrrr!!*

*I think. Again, it blinks away fast, and again, I am not doing the entire Expo again just to see how many 'r's are in 'grrrrrrrr'.*

Wily: Iris, control the Cybeast, and be my arms and legs. Go cover the world in fear and confusion!!

Iris: .........

Lan: Wait, Iris!!

*Iris leaves her CopyBot*

Lan: T-That's... the CopyBot from the school's lobby... Iris is... inside the Cybeast!? MegaMan! Iris is...

Baryl: I'll take care of that Cybeast... If Iris and Colonel become one again, and Colonel becomes his old self, we may be able to beat the Cybeast.

Wily: Mwahaha!! Too bad, but you should give up on that foolish idea. When I split Colonel into 2, I installed a little program that would delete them automatically if they should try to become 1 again! Ah, what a heartwarming instant it would be! Wahahahahahaha!!

Baryl: Ngh... They may not become 1, but at least it will stop Iris! Jack in! Colonel, Execute!!

*he plugs in... and collapses*

Lan: Baryl!! He-He's bleeding!

Baryl: Go get her... Colonel...

Lan: Dr. Wily!!

Wily: You insolent fool!! You may have sent Colonel in, but you're too late!! Iris!!

game: *grrrrrrrrr!*

Mega: Waaaaaaaa!! Aaaaaaaaa!!

Lan: What's wrong, MegaMan!?

Wily: The Cybeasts are reacting to each other! They're pulling at each other!! Mwahaha, let it go, MegaMan... and right into my CopyBot!! Cybeast Falzar!!

Mega: Waaaaaaaaa!!!

Lan: MegaMan!!

Mega: Gwaaaaaaa!!

*flash! Falzar and Greiga are both in their CopyBots! They roar! The screen starts shaking!*

Lan: The Cybeast escaped from MegaMan?

Wily: Wahahahahaha!! Everything is going just as I planned!! Let the Cybeasts' roars echo through all of Cyber City!

*they roar. Blackout*

game: The Cybeasts' roar echoed throughout the Net, and it caused a large amount of damage to Cyber City... and Central Town...

*in the Teachers' Room, the Security Bots' control comp is exploding*

Scientist: Aaah! The maintenance system...!!

*blackout.*

game: Seaside Town...

*the Aquarium control system*

Director: NO! Cyber City's water is...!!

*blackout.*

game: Green Town...

*the JudgeTree*

Man: The JudgeTree... The JudgeTree...!

*blackout*

game: Sky Town...

*Mr. Weather*

Official Girl: Aaaaaaaah!! Mr. Weather!!

*back with Lan in rumbleville*

Wily: Mwahaha! Lan, our long fight ends here as well!! Iris, show him the power of a Cybeast!! And blow Lan and the traitor out of our way!!

game: .........

Wily: What are you waiting for!? Do it, NOW!!

Iris: ... I'm sorry that I kept you in the dark, Lan...

Lan: Iris!

Wily: What!? Has she regained her own will!? No, Iris obeyed me that time when we were in Netopia controlling military weapons... It's not possible for her to be that strong willed.

Iris: Lan, hurry... I can't keep the Cybeast back much longer...

Colonel: Lan Hikari! We'll take care of this Cybeast!

Iris: Brother...

Colonel: Iris, why did you come back?

Iris: ... I didn't want my brother to keep on hurting people... But it looks like I don't have to worry about that anymore.

Wily: Hmph! You didn't want him to hurt people!? That's funny, coming from a weapons control Navi!

Iris: I saw the people from inside the weapons. I saw their wounds, how they hurt... I thought that was something that couldn't be helped, but when I escaped from your lab, I found a town that didn't want war for the first time... In that town, the school was so peaceful... I had fun with a lot of school children my age. I became interested in school, and I hid on the school's Net. I took classes with the other kids... and everybody was truly happy... And I realized... This is what humans were really like. People hurting each other is wrong. ... I decided that I had to stop my brother, but when I thought about what would happen if Dr. Wily caught me... I became scared. That was when you came to our school. You never ran away, and always fought bravely. You risked your own life to save those around you... When I saw that, I told myself I had to be brave, too... Colonel, I will fight! Let's defeat the Cybeast together!

Colonel: Iris... You've grown strong.

Wily: Hahaha, Iris... You would betray me, too...? This is all your doing... Lan Hikari...!!

Mega: Lan, jack me into Falzar! I'll... I'll beat Falzar! The four of us as two pairs of siblings... I'm sure Colonel and Iris will beat Gregar! So let's combine our powers and beat Falzar!! ... Jack me in, Lan!

Wily: You're wasting your energy!! You're no match for a fully revived Cybeast!

Lan: Hub... OK, let's go! This is the last jack in!

*he goes up to Falzar*

Lan: Jack in! MegaMan, Execute!!

*in the Cyberworld*

Lan: This is it, MegaMan. The last fight... By the way... the Cybeast escaped, but what about the Cybeast's power?

Mega: The Cybeast's power is still in my memory, ...no, it's more like it's been carved into me...

Lan: Oh. After this battle, we'll ask Dad to erase it, so hang on for just a little longer!

Mega: OK! ... Anyway, Lan...

Lan: Yeah?

Mega: Look over there.

*there's another platform*

Lan: It looks like we're connected to Gregar somehow.

Mega: Iris and Colonel must be over there on that side!

*rumble*

Mega: Aaaaah!!

Lan: Looks like they've already started! We should get going, too!

Mega: Yeah!!

*ec, head on over, bc*

Mega: Cybeast... Falzar!!

*pan down to Falzar. Mega runs up to him*

Lan: If we don't beat him now, there won't be a tomorrow!

Mega: Yeah!!

*on the other side, Iris and Colonel are facing down Gregar*

Colonel: You made it, MegaMan! I never thought we would fight side by side again. Our opponents are the Cybeasts. Be extra careful!!

Iris: Colonel, MegaMan, get ready!!

*back over to Mega*

game: *screeeeeeeeech!!*

Wily: You stupid fools! The Cybeasts are more powerful than you can imagine!

Lan: It doesn't matter! We will stop you, Dr. Wily! Let's go, MegaMan! Battle routine, set!

Mega: Execute!!

game: *screeeeeeeech!!*

*final fight! I really hope I don't lose this. OMG I WON WITH ONE HIT POINT LEFT. Falzar has little explosions*

Lan: We did it!!

*and so does Gregar! Kaboom! Gregar is gone!*

Mega: ... It looks like they won, too...

Lan: ... Watch out, MegaMan!!

game: *screeeeeeeech!!*

Mega: Waaaaah!!

*flash!*

Lan: M-MegaMan...!?

*looks like he's Beasted Out again*

Beast Out Mega: *screech...*

Wily: The Cybeast has gone back into MegaMan!! As long as it's still alive, my plan can still succeed! Wahahahahaha!!! The sweet irony of Net society being destroyed by the grandson of the man who built it to begin with! Go, Cybeast! ... I mean, MegaMan! Destroy everything as you like!

Lan: MegaMan!! Get a hold of yourself! ... HUB!!

Wily: You're wasting your breath! MegaMan is too weak from that last battle! He can't fight off the Cybeast now!

Beast Out Mega: *screeeeech!*

*he faces off against Colonel and Iris*

Lan: MegaMan!! Don't!! Iris and Colonel are hurt from the last battle! Iris, Colonel! Run!!

Iris: ... Lan, we will take care of MegaMan...

Lan: What are you talking about!? I can't operate him right now, and you two are hurt...

Colonel: Yes, we are wounded, however, there is a way to save MegaMan...

Lan: What way... No!!

Iris: If my brother and I become one again, we might be able to pull the Cybeast out of MegaMan...

Wily: Don't be stupid! If you unite, my program will blow us all up! Why do something so meaningless!?

Iris: You're wrong. It's not meaningless. We want Lan to have a beautiful future... Dr. Wily... Nothing good can come from violence and hatred. Colonel!

Colonel: For a Navi like me who has only thought of fighting... and deleting... For me to end up saving the world... I would have never thought that I could rise to this... Lan, please tell Baryl, "I was deleted along with the Cybeast. But, it's not "fate". It's of my own "will"."

Wily: W-Wait!!

Lan: Iris! Colonel!!

Beast Out Mega: *screech!!*

Iris: ......

Colonel: What is it, Iris? Do you have something left to say?

*she looks up at the screen*

Iris: Lan... I...

*she turns back to Beast Out Mega*

Colonel: ... Iris...

Iris: ... No, it's nothing. I'm just a NetNavi, after all... Let's start, brother.

Colonel: Um!

*they go gold and flashy*

Lan: Iris! Colonel!!

*...and merge into Golden Colonel*

Beast Out Mega: *screech!!*

Wily: Colonel... Iris...

Colonel: Let's go, Iris!!

Iris: Alright.

Colonel: Aaaaaaaaaah!!

*he runs forward and... rips the Cybeast out of MegaMan. Whoa.*

Colonel: So this is the heart of a Cybeast... Lan!! Jack MegaMan out! You should be able to now!

Lan: O-OK!!

*Mega jacks out*

Lan: You two should jack out soon, too...

Wily: They won't do it... They plan to blow themselves up to delete the Cybeast.

Lan: N-No... Colonel!! Iris!! NOOOOOOOOOOO!!

Colonel: Lan, Baryl, Dr. Wily... Farewell.

*kaboom. Back in reality, both CopyBots are blowing up*

Wily: Mwahaha... It's over... It's all over... Lan, you... You win... Hurry, you should run away from here. Once the explosion reaches the Force Program, an even bigger explosion will occur...

Lan: Aren't you coming with us!?

Wily: Hmph, why would I? What do I have to live for? You would have me live in shame for the rest of my life?

Lan: Yes, you have to pay for what you've done! You have to live for all the people and Navis... and... Iris and Colonel... for everyone who suffered because of what you did!

Wily: Mwahahaha... Hahaha... I wonder why I feel sad all of a sudden... I stopped paying attention to people and had buried myself in my work so that my ambitions would be fulfilled. When I split Colonel and Iris into two, I thought I had thrown away my "kindness"...

Lan: You feel sad because your kindness is still inside of you. Humans aren't programs! We can't throw away our feelings that easily! If you really had thrown away your kindness, you would have deleted Colonel instead of just removing programs.

Wily: Don't be stupid...!

Lan: If you can make up for all you've done, then maybe... you can continue your research... ...like before... I'll just ask my Dad.

Wily: Me... a real scientist again... Hahahahaha... You've given me a chance to see my dream one last time.

Lan: Come on, let's go.

Wily: The Force Program is beginning to explode... Time is running out! Go!

Lan: What about you!?

game: *thud*

*Baryl's back on his feet*

Lan: Baryl!!

*Baryl limps over to Lan*

Lan: You shouldn't move around too much, Baryl!

Baryl: ... Colonel...?

Lan: He saved the world... but...

Baryl: ...

Lan: Baryl, Colonel wanted to tell you... "I was deleted along with the Cybeast. But, it's not "fate". It's of my own "will"..."

Baryl: ... I see.

Lan: Let's go, Baryl! Let's all get out of here!

Baryl: Lan Hikari...

*blackout*

game: *trip!!*

Lan: Waaa!!

*Lan is sitting at the bottom of the stairs*

Lan: Ow...

*he gets up*

Lan: Baryl!

Baryl: Go, Lan Hikari... You have a home and a family that needs you...

game: Lan!!

*it's the gang!*

Lan: Everyone!!

Dex: Lan, let's get the heck outta here!

Mayl: Lan!!

*back upstairs:*

Wily: Good-bye.

Chaud: Lan! It's about to blow!

Lan: Go!!

*the gang leaves as the screen goes white. Sounds of a massive explosion. Fade to black.*

[Epilogue]

game: A few days after the explosion... The explosion was really powerful. It flattened the entire Expo Site, and the blast from the explosion made the town a mess, and ruined a part of the school. Dr. Wily was found in the wreckage in the spot we left him. It was a miracle that he wasn't hurt very badly. Baryl was nowhere to be found, but I'm sure he's alive somewhere... I just know it! Um... Yuika, Ito, and Vic were found unconscious by Chaud in the place they had landed from when they jumped. Well, it was a really far way down to jump... Mr. Mach was given a lighter punishment because he explained why he joined WWW, and he helped to stop WWW in the end. He's free now. After hearing about Iris and Colonel, we were all really sad. Iris, Colonel... Are you watching us from somewhere...? ... Oh, and today is graduation day at ACDC School!

*lights up in the classroom. Everyone is in their seats, including Lan.*

Ms. Mari: I have some messages to read! Here's one from Mr. Higsby! "To the students of ACDC School: Congratulations! I'm in Netopia right now studying so that I can make Higsby's even bigger than before! I'm sorry I can't say congrats in person, but I promise to bring back a ton of rare chips, so I hope you will all look forward to our return! I look forward to seeing all of you all grown up! From, Higsby and NumberMan" Mr. Higsby sent this from far away Netopia! There are so many messages that I'll just read the names. Masa from the fish shop, Ms. Sal from the boxed lunch store, the antique shop's Ms. Miyu, the announcer Ribitta, the gift shop owner Tamako, Creamland's Princess Pride and all the local scientists... There are so many people cheering for you. I'm also very happy for all of you... You are all such good children... ... I hope you won't forget me when you go to junior high!

Lan: Of course we won't!

Dex: Yeah! We'll remember you!

Mayl: We love you, Ms. Mari!

Yai: We'll come back and visit... *sniffle*

Ms. Mari: You'll always be my students!! And...

*in the back of the room is Lan's class from Cyber City!*

Ms. Mari: I hope all of you from Cyber Academy do well, too!

Mick: OK!!

Tab: Yes, madam!! Even though we had to come to ACDC School to have our graduation because of the explosion, I'm glad we're here!

Mick: Grrrr! I can't believe Lan had such a pretty teacher! We had a worthless old man for a teacher... and then he suddenly disappears on us...

game: WHO'S A WORTHLESS OLD MAN!?

Mick: T-That voice...!

*in comes Mr. Mach!*

Mach: Congratulations, everyone!

Mick: M-Mr. Mach!! Mr. Maaaaach!!

*the Cyber Academy kids all gather round*

Mach: Hahaha, you can't end without me around! Sorry I made everyone worry.

Mick: Waaaaaaaaaaah... *sniffle*

Ms. Mari: *sniffle...* I-I said I wouldn't c-c-cry... *honk*... But you've all g-grown up and graduated...

game: Ms. Maaaari!

*blackout*

game: I wish we could stay a little longer, but it's time to go...

game: *ding, dong, ding, dong*

*lights up in the classroom*

Ms. Mari: I want to thank everyone for everything... I hope you will all do well in life!

Mach: Don't study too much and please be an open-minded adult! Take care of yourselves!!

Ms. Mari: OK, this ends our last homeroom together. Congratulations again!

game: Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!!

*screenfade. Lights up on the gang in the classroom*

Dex: So whatcha up to now?

Lan: Hmmm...

Ms. Mari: Lan, may I have a word with you?

Lan: OK! ... I wonder what's up...?

*he skates to her desk*

Lan: Yes, Ms. Mari?

Ms. Mari: Before homeroom, a man came and asked me about you... and then left you a large box.

Lan: What did that person look like, Ms. Mari!?

Ms. Mari: Well, he had long hair, stubble, and was sort of quiet...

Lan: ... I thought so... Where's that box, Ms. Mari!?

Ms. Mari: T-The Teachers' Room...

Lan: OK!! Oh! Can you please tell everyone to meet at my house?

*he skates out of the room*

Ms. Mari: Ah! Wait...! *sigh* Lan will always be Lan, I guess...

*screenfade, lights up at Lan's house*

Lan: After what happened in Cyber City, Dad's research was canceled, so that's why we came back here to ACDC Town. But it's weird to see you and Tab here in ACDC Town, Mick.

Mick: ACDC Town isn't really as city-like as Central Town, but it's not a bad place to live, I guess.

Mick's Navi: Ah, the air here is so clean!

Tab: Wow, so you grew up in this unpolluted town, Lan? It's so nice that you can smell the fresh earth!

Tab's Navi: It's great!

Lan: ... I can't tell if you're praising or making fun of ACDC.

Mega: Hahaha... It may not seem like it, but I think it's praise...

Mick: Lan! It's about time we had that NetBattle!

Lan: Alright! Fine with me!

Dex: Hey, that's right! Lan, you've gotta battle me too!

Guts: Rrr! Yeah, a battle!

*Dex runs to Lan's side*

Mick: Hey, I called it first, Dex!

Dex: No way! I've been Lan's rival for forever!

Lan: I don't care which one of you I battle first. My head's spinning from your arguing...

game: Hmph. You guys never grow up...

*here comes Chaud!*

Chaud: I can't tell that you've moved up to junior high school.

Lan: Chaud!! Did you have a graduation ceremony, too?

Chaud: Yeah, sort of...

Lan: Hey, what's wrong? You came by to join in on the festivities, right?

Chaud: Hmph, as a matter of fact, no. I came here to tell you a few things and maybe clear some up.

Lan: ... Like what?

Chaud: Dr. Wily woke up. Right now, he's being very cooperative in giving us answers. That, and he wanted to thank you...

Lan: ... I see...

Yai: Sounds like Dr. Wily has finally let his past go.

Mayl: I think the "Iris" in his heart has come back to him.

Lan: Yeah, I guess so...

Dex: Haaah, but you know, being junior high school students means... we can't just NetBattle all the time, and the stuff we learn's gonna get tougher...

Guts: I'm worried I won't understand all your homework.

Lan: But it's not all bad! We'll make new friends, and we'll have lots of fun times, too! Oh, yeah, where's everybody going for junior high? Dex, Mayl, and I are going to Den Junior High.

Yai: I'm going to the DenCity School for Girls! Our schools are kind of far away, but we can still do things!

Mick: I'm going to Cyber Academy Junior High. They've got a junior high and high school there.

Tab: I'm going there, too!

Lan: What about you, Chaud?

Chaud: I'm going to Netopia University. I've already graduated high school. I probably won't be able to see you guys very often.

Dex: W-Wow...

Yai: U-University...? W-Wow...!

Lan: It's gonna be sad with you gone to another country...

Chaud: I'm going to become a World-wide Official. I will work in the international department. What do you guys want to be in the future?

Lan: I want to be a scientist and do Net research. I want to make the Net grow bigger and bigger! I don't know how much I can help, but I'm gonna work as hard as I can and do as much as I can!

Chaud: Hmm, I see... Well, I have faith in you.

Dex: I-I'm gonna be mayor of ACDC Town!

Tab: I'll make AsterLand a chain store all over the country!

Yai: I'm going to make my dad's company even bigger!

Mick: I'm gonna be an elementary school teacher!

Mayl: I don't have anything I really want to do yet, but I'm going to study many things and find something I like. ... But I want to... at the very least... ... *blush*

Lan: ... What? Is there something on my face?

*Mayl turns away*

Mayl: Lan, you dummy!

Lan: W-What!? What did I do!?

Roll: Hah... Looks like being oblivious is Lan's special trait.

game: Wahahahahaha!!

Dex: Oh yeah, Lan! Didn't you get some big thing for graduation!? So what was it!?

Tab: I want to know, too!!

Mick: What? What?

Lan: Oh? You wanna see? OK, then wait right here!

*he enters the house. Screenfade, lights up on Lan back outside with the gang*

Lan: OK, you guys ready!? ... Ta-da!!

game: *clunk, clunk* ... *clunk!*

*Mega runs out*

Mega: Congratulations, everyone!

Lan: Everyone, this is my older brother, Hub!

Mick: You got a... CopyBot?

Lan: Yeah. This is the CopyBot Iris used. There's someone who wants me to have it... I guess...

Chaud: Someone... You don't mean Ba... ... Hmph, whatever.

Mega: Yeah...

Lan: What's wrong, MegaMan?

Mega: I thought I heard Iris's voice just now...

Lan: ...Iris is probably watching over us from somewhere. Hey, everyone, let's go on the Net after this!

*screenfade, lights up in the park. The CopyBot is vacant.*

Lan: Even though we'll have diferent schools and lives, we'll always be friends, right!?

Dex: Of course!

Yai: Like we wouldn't!

Mayl: Always!

Mick: I'm gonna be your friend until I trounce you!

Tab: Yup!

Chaud: ... Alright!

Lan: Come on, let's go! Jack in! MegaMan, Execute!!

*credit roll. We see:

-Mega, Mick and Tab's Navis, and Proto running to meet Roll, Glide, and Gutsman

-Mick being chased by Plata, then Tab coming up to them with Fanny

-Mega and the Link Navis

-Chaud... walking away with an Official Girl, presumably to the plane to Netopia, with Lan, Mayl, Dex, and Yai watching

-Colonel and Iris going somewhere; Iris looks back

-Baryl and Mari passing by each other; Mari watches him go

-Haruka and Lan skating up to Yuu, then Lan plugs Mega into the CopyBot next to Hikari and runs off with Mega; Haruka and Yuu follow

-Lan and Mega do the 'item get!' pose

-your clear time, your library, and presented by Capcom

and then, in the darkness...*

[Blue]

game: 20 years later... With his active cooperation, Dr. Wily created a new "Colonel" and a new "Iris" as a Net Reinforcement System while serving his time. "Colonel" is an active attack system that automatically finds and deletes viruses and criminals on the Net. "Iris" is a Net Recovery System that searches for damage to the Net and repairs it. Starting with these two systems, Net society was able to grow by leaps and bounds... And now, 1 scientist is working hard to lay the foundations for a new Net society...

*lights up on Lan's house. I give up, I'm giving them all "---'s voice" names even though they have no mugshots*

game: *thump, thump...*

Patch's Voice: Ah! I overslept again!

Either Mayl's or Patch's Navi's Voice: Patch!! If you don't hurry up, you're gonna be late!!

Patch's Voice: OK! Morning, Dad, Mom! Ah! I've gotta wash my face!!

game: *thump, thump...*

Mayl's Voice: Ahahaha... So who do you think he takes after more?

Lan's Voice: Hmm... When it comes to sleeping in, that would be me. But I wish he wasn't so stubborn like his mother...

Mayl's Voice: Who's the stubborn one? Guess you don't want dinner tonight!

Lan's Voice: Ack!! No!! I didn't mean it! Forgive me, Mayl!!

Mega's Voice: Lan, Lan!! Stop dawdling and get going too, or you'll be late!! Don't you have a scientists' meeting today?

Lan's Voice: Ah, that's right!! Why didn't you say something earlier, MegaMan!? Chaud's coming from Netopia for this meeting today! If I'm late, who knows what he'll say!!

Mega's Voice: Sorry! Well, you'd better run or you'll miss the Metroline!

Lan's Voice: Waaaaaaaaaaa!! Patch!! Let's go!

Patch's Voice: Coming!!

Lan's Voice: Mayl, we're leaving!!

Patch's Voice: Have a good day, Mom!

Mayl's Voice: OK! Have a good day, you two!

*blackout*

game: *thump, thump...* *slam!!*

Lan's Voice: Hey, Patch, MegaMan, let's race to the station!!

Mega's Voice: OK! Let's go, Lan!!

Patch's Voice: Hey! No fair! Wait up, Dad!!

*slow theme music starts*

Lan's Voice: ... Has it really been 20 years? Dex became the Mayor of ACDC Town. I still can't believe it. Yai became the president of her father's company. Mick became an elementary school teacher, and Tab is working hard to make his store a success. Chaud became the International Officials' leader. Mayl became my wife...

*here is where it gets weird. Mega starts talking somewhere in here. These splits are just how I think it is, there's no mugshot or anything to tell them apart*

Mega's Voice: ...... As for me, we're working for a better future... the future that Dad, Grandpa, and Dr. Wily envisioned... We're going to make an even brighter future... Sure, there are uncertainties, but we'll be OK!

Lan's Voice: Yeah, we've overcome all the things that came our way before!

Mega's Voice: That's right... We can do anything!

Mega's Voice For Sure: Come on, Lan, let's go! Onward to a great future!!

Lan's Voice: Yeah! Let's make the future of our dreams! Jack in! MegaMan, Execute!!

game: MegaMan Battle Network END

*oh, and by the way... Cyber City is just the way it was before the Expo Parade. Music and all. The post-game stuff is all missing, like Mayl's e-mail with the Roll3 chip, being able to re-enter the Expo, and all the Hell Navis running around Cyber City, but the crisis music's gone too.*

[Blue]

I... fit it into two less posts than before. Haha... Uh... here, have Seaside BBS!

*Seaside BBS, aka EndlsSmmrBBS:*

game: It's a BBS...

Lan: Looks like there's a new post!

*welp, you know the drill. I'm going to do like I wound up doing with ACDC and drop the subject/poster thing after the first one. Forty-two messages! Let's get started!*

subject/poster: Hello/Sunnyboy (01)

message: Hello! How is everybody? I'm the webmaster here, SunnyBoy. I wanna make this a cheerful BBS that everyone can enjoy! I look forward to reading everyone's happy posts!

I Love Summer!/SummrGuy (02)

message: Hello, SunnyBoy! It seems you really like the summer! I can tell from your bright posts! I love summertime too!! This board home... You know... SeasideArea... It always feels like summer! I love it, because I LOVE SUMMER!!

By The Way.../KingHide (03)

message: Wow! You both seem really excited! I hate to darken the mood, but there have been a lot of quakes around the Net lately... I hear there was even some damage where it happened! I wonder what the source of all this is!?

RE:By The Way.../SunnyBoy (04)

message: Hello! It's SunnyBoy! It seems that the quake was centered around CentralArea3! No matter what, I wouldn't worry about the quake. Instead, let's talk about virus busting! When I selected 3 Cannon chips, all of a sudden they started glowing! Then it became an even more powerful chip! I wonder what caused that to happen!? That is much more interesting than some quake! But right now, I think my head is going to explode from NetSurfing!

I'M SO BUSY!/RepairMn (05)

message: Good day! I am a RepairMn in the Cyberworld. Since there is talk of a quake, I thought I'd post. The truth is that because of the quake, I've been busy! Many places have sustained damage, so I've been swamped with work! My head is spinning! Even my Navi is out of breath! Although, I am kinda happy to have all this work!

Waiting 4 Info/Director (06)

message: Hello webmaster. I am the Director of the Seaside Town Aquarium. One of our penguins escaped the other day, so we're asking if you spot it, to please contact the Aquarium. Thank you for your assistance.

RE:Waiting 4 I/SummrGuy (07)

message: Hey! It's me! The summer lovin' SummerGuy! Hello Mr. Director! It's too bad that a penguin ran away! I go to the Aquarium all the time! I love penguins! They are so cute!! So I'm kinda worried about the cute lil' guy! Find him soon! If I see the penguin, I'll post right away!

To All SummrPp/Yuko (08)

message: Wow! This BBS has a great vibe! It makes you want to post right away! So I wanted to ask all the summer lovers here... What chips do you have in your folder? I guess you probably have Fire chips so you can stay warm! But if you don't mind me saying... You should try some Elec chips if you're gonna be in SeasideArea! Why? Because most viruses around here are Aqua viruses! You know what they say... Elec on Aqua! When you play with Water, use Elec chips! You should all give it a try!

NetSurfin!/Johnny (09)

message: Heeeyyy! Yooooo! Has everyone here already tried NetSurfing? If you wanna check it out, stop by SeasideArea2! It'll open your eyes to a whole new world... Ohhhh yeah!

RE: NetSurfin!/SunnyBoy (10)

message: Heya! Another guy that loves the summer! I've even given NetSurfin' a shot! Ridin' on a one way panel is like NetSurfin' anyways! It feels great! By the way, I think SeasideArea3 is one great place!

A Report/Director (11)

message: Hey everybody! I'm the Director of the Aquarium that posted recently. I have an update to give all of you. We found the penguin! However, whoever discovered the penguin... They must have read this BBS and brought it to the Aquarium!! I can't say how thankful I am for this BBS! It saved Plata! Thank you very much!

RE: A Report/SummrGuy (12)

message: Ahhh! I was so worried! That is so great that you found him! Thanks to this BBS I've even become pals with the Aquarium Director! Please keep posting here, OK? I want to hear all sorts of things about the Aquarium!

Evildoer!/KingHide (13)

message: Hey, have you heard!? There is some kind of Evildoer on the Net! He seems to be stealing energy from things he passes by! It's spooky...

RE: Evildoer!/RepairMn (14)

message: Good day! This is the RepairMn. In my work, I get the chance to talk with all kinds of people, so I've heard rumors of this Evildoer as well! I hear that he always has a strange smile on his face... He even has a strange smile on it's back... I can't work with this kind of worry!

RE: Evildoer!/Johnny (15)

message: Heeeyyy! Yooooo! If you worry 'bout an Evildoer then you won't enjoy a thing! Even if there is an Evildoer, I'm still gonna NetSurf! Knowing something's out there makes it more fun! Don't ya think!? You gotta enjoy life!

EvilSpirit!/KingHide (16)

message: Wow, the other day was really scary... The Net seemed to be crawling with EvilSpirits... I noticed right away, so I jacked out and saved myself! I wonder what those things were...?

RE: EvilSpirit/Maria (17)

message: Yikes! That riot the other day was scary!!! I heard that those EvilSpirits came from the dark hole in CentralArea3! I also heard that the quake a while back... that also happened in CentralArea3! I bet they are related... Anyone have a clue?

RE: EvilSpirit/Copy (18)

message: I heard this from a friend... He said that the cause of everything lately is actually the return of the Cybeasts! They came out of the hole in CentralArea3 howling! My friend heard it from his dad. My friend's dad works to protect the Net. There is no way this story is wrong!

RE: EvilSpirit/Foxtail (19)

message: There's no way I can believe that! I don't even know if Cybeasts really exist! But let's say they really exist... If what you say is true, then where are they now? If they really are back, shouldn't there be signs of this? I think this rumor is easy to see through.

Operator Navi/SunnyBoy (20)

message: Aloha! It's me, SunnyBoy! Because of the crisis lately, it seems everyone's hearts have suddenly become cold... So here's a topic to warm everyone up! You know that the Expo will be open soon, don't ya? There's a pavilion operator that's really a NetNavi inside a CopyBot!! I hear the Operator Navi is gonna be chosen from regular Navis! I bet it'll be just like a festival! You oughtta go!!

Re:Operator Na/Coby (21)

message: I can't believe I'll be 60 years old this year. I'm going to put my Navi in the Operator Navi Selection Test! If they choose my Navi, I'm sure to be famous too! I'll be the most famous 60 year old in the world! I'll never let being old make me act old!

Director Diary/Director (22)

message: Hello once again. It's the Director of the Aquarium. Since SummerGuy was kind enough to invite me to stay, I've decided to take a look at some of the posts here... But I haven't had the chance to post anything myself. At the show we're having at the Aquarium, we will be selling a special popcorn with a new flavor! It's so good that I'm ashamed to admit I've gained weight! Doh! This post turned into an ad for the Aquarium. Well, if anything happens I'll be sure to post!

Results.../Coby (23)

message: So, how did everyone do in the primary Operator Navi selection? My Navi didn't make it... Waaaaaaaaaahhhh!! I gave up on the security camera problem... I don't even know what a security camera is! Wahhh!! It's gonna take me a while to get over this one... I'm going to go NetSurfing in SeasideArea3 to get my mind off things. Haha... I'm 60 and I like NetSurfing... Just because my Navi didn't get chosen is no reason to feel old!

RE: Results.../RepairMn (24)

message: Hello, this is the RepairMn! I, too, let my Navi off work and entered him into the contest to become an Operator Navi. But... my Navi wasn't picked... You think we would have had an easy time of it... But I was nervous and froze up as solid as a block of ice. Ahhhh... I wanted my Navi to be an Operator Navi... Then I could have said goodbye to life as a RepairMn! Well, I guess I'll just have to keep up this lifestyle...

RE: Results.../Yuko (25)

message: YAY! I passed the first selection in the contest!! Yeaahh! Woohoo!!! This is awesome!! I hear that the second test will be held in Sky Town. I think Sky Town's Mr. Weather is really famous! I'm a big fan of Mr. Weather! I hope I get to meet him! I'll do my best for everyone who didn't make it!!

Read this!/Footnote (26)

message: I have a message for all the denizens of this BBS! I forgot to take the first Navi test! Hahahahahaha!! It was so stupid that all I can do is laugh... Hahahahahahaha!! Huh? Everything's getting misty... Wait a minute... I'm crying!! *sob*

RE: Read this!/KingHide (27)

message: That's too bad, Footnote... Sometimes you just gotta let things go... And just face forward!

RE: Read this!/Footnote (28)

message: Waaahahahaha!! Face forward!? You say I should face forward!? Waaahahahaha!! I'm crying so hard I can't see anything if I face forward!! Waaahahahaha!!

DirectorDiary2/Director (29)

message: Hello everyone. It's the Director of the Aquarium. Recently, I traveled to Green Town. I had to take care of a trial they are holding there. I wasn't on trial myself. I was on the victim's side. It was an excellent trial and the accused was found guilty. ... However, when I looked at the paper the other day, I couldn't believe my eyes! The accused at this trial was a fine man of honor... He had good manners, and a good head on his shoulders... People sure are complex... Much different than fish!

To TheDirector/BiolgyTA (30)

message: Hello Mr. Director! I'm the Biology teacher's aide at Cyber Academy! I love animals so much that I hope to work at the Aquarium some day in the future. What should I do to get a job at the Aquarium...?

RE: To The Dire/Director (31)

message: Hello BiologyTA! If you want to work at the Aquarium, you need to be... Hmm... Well, first, you have to have a heart that loves animals! If you still have a love of animals when you grow up... come ask for me at the Aquarium! We would be happy to give you a job!

2nd Navi Test/Yuko (32)

message: Hey! This is Yuko, the girl who entered the 2nd Navi test. The 2nd test... It was sooooo hard!! I didn't make it, but I'm still happy! It was a great experience! I even met Mr. Weather!! So everyone who is still going, do your best for me, OK!?

RE: 2nd Navi Te/SunnyBoy (33)

message: Aloha! It's been a while since I've posted! It's me, SunnyBoy! Yuko... you didn't pass, huh? But you should still be proud that you got so far... I gave up on the Fish Stick problem! Now that Yuko isn't in it anymore, is anyone on the BBS still in the running?

Love TheMayor!/Mika (34)

message: Hey everyone check it out! I met Mayor Cain today!! He even shook my hand!! He is a great man! A rival to the greatest men ever! I'm never gonna wash this hand again!

RE:Love The Ma/HeroHito (35)

message: You should wash your hand. You don't want to get stinkpalm!!

RE: Love The Ma/Johnny (36)

message: Ohhhhh!! Yeaaaaaaaaaaahhhh!! Mika...ya really aren't going to wash your hand!? I guess you're just really happy, yeahhhhhhh!! Let me say it again! Ohhhhhhhh!! Yeaaaaaaaaaaaahh!!

DirectorDiary3/Director (37)

message: Once again, hello from the Director of the Aquarium. Recently, Mayor Cain came to inspect the Aquarium. He really enjoyed the elephant seal show! Since the Aquarium is supported by taxes, I'm very happy that he was pleased with how things are going. He even said that he plans on raising our budget!! I'll just have to keep working hard!

RE: DirectorDi3/Andy (38)

message: Hi Mr. Director! I always enjoy reading your posts! I'm happy you're posting your diary here! I bet I'm not the only fan of yours on this BBS!

Arrest Mayor/KingHide (39)

message: Word on the street is that Mayor Cain has been arrested! It seems he was running a criminal organization behind the scenes!! I guess you never really know somebody... I hope this won't affect the Expo...

RE: Arrest Mayo/Mika (40)

message: It...it can't be... Mayor Cain... arrested? I wonder if I can live in a world without him... No...Mr. Mayor! Say it ain't so... You broke my heart!

NO-TITLE/Mick (41)

message: Mr. Director... Is... Plata OK?

RE:NO-TITLE/Director (42)

message: Are you the person who brought Plata home? It's been a long time!! You want to see him don't you? You can come by anytime! Of course, admission is free for you!

[Blue]

And GreenBBS, too!

game: It's a BBS...

Lan: Looks like there's a new post!

*only twenty-nine messages at this one. No fancy name, it's just GreenBBS*

BBS Opening/WolfAtny (01)

message: Welcome to the BBS for the Green HP! Green Area is known as a gathering spot for lawyers, but most of them have big heads and just like to argue! These days, lawyers like that can't survive! Ahhh, it's true! The law is a battlefield! Which is why this BBS is all about decisive battles! Everyone enjoy some heated debates like the cool lawyers we are!

Stung By A Bee/SoccrFan (02)

message: Hello everyone! I'm a lawyer's Navi!! I came to pass the bar and enter the court here. While I was virus busting, I hit a bee hive by mistake! It was like a comic... being chased by bees! Anyone have anything to add to this...?

RE: Stung By A/Koetsu (03)

message: Looks like you really got stuck in a bad spot!! ... Anyways, let me introduce myself to the BBS! I am a first year rookie lawyer! In the future I want to be a Chief Justice! I'm Koetsu! If you get attacked by a HonyBmbr here there's not much you can really do... Especially once you attack and the troops pour out! So what is the best strategy? Obviously a one hit delete!! A HonyBmbr is a Wood virus, so attack it with a Fire chip! When I go to Green Area, I set FireBrn1 as a RegularChip.

RE: Stung By A/SoccrFan (04)

message: Hey! You're Koetsu! So you've finally joined us lawyers! I knew that only knowing about BattleChips wasn't enough for you! Your advice is absolutely perfect, if I do say so myself!! Unfortunately, my operator doesn't have FireBrn1... So I'll use FireHit1 as a RegularChip instead! Thanks!!

Combo Attack/PondAtny (05)

message: If you're a lawyer, you can't let your opponent get a word in edgewise! You gotta pound them with a neverending stream of evidence! Combo attacks are important! And so are chip combo attacks! Got any good ones?

RE: Combo Attac/HanzAtny (06)

message: I trap an opponent in a bubble with BblStar1, then I hit them with an Elec chip attack! It's sure to delete an opponent! When an opponent is stuck in a bubble, they will take 2x damage from Elec attacks! That's a combo I like to call BubbleThunder!!

RE: Combo Attac/GalAtny (07)

message: I think ya should use Wind to get rid a' viruses by sendin 'em flyin' to the right! Then knock 'em out with FireHit! It's awesome!! Get a lil' Triple delete action!!

RE: Combo Attac/Koetsu (08)

message: Hanz's pretty technical, huh? That's cool!! Using BblStar1 to stop an opponent then attack them... That's cool too!! Gal's combo is great too! By the way, here's another combo like that one. Use Fan to suck them in and GolmHit to beat them up! Cool! Now that's everyone's excited, go out and learn new tricks!

JudgeTree/WolfAtny (09)

message: Wow! The JudgeTree hacking case is really shocking!! I bet Ito and JudgeMan were really pulling the strings! And the one who broke the story was an 11yr old!! I bet he'll be a great detective one day!! But if he becomes a lawyer, we're all in trouble!!

RE: JudgeTree/Gungneal (10)

message: That kid and his Navi are one dynamic duo... A duo with the power of 3 or 4 men! Unbelievable! Speaking of duos, is everyone here using TagChips? I've got AreaGrab tagged with WideSwrd! Everyone post what TagChips you are using!!

TagChip/WolfAtny (11)

message: Hehehe... I love WhiCapsl! You can use AirRaid1 and WhiCapsl to get a nice combo attack! Deleting an enemy wiht grace and gentlemanly style!

RE: TagChip/Koetsu (12)

message: Ohhh! A thread about TagChips!! It makes sense that everyone uses technical combos. However, you can't just add TagChips to combos. My TagChips are Cannon A and Cannon B! I picked them so Advance would occur even easier!

ProgramAdvance/Yukarin (13)

message: Hiya! I'm a student at Cyber Academy! I'm also a huge fan of Koetsu!! Thinking about Advance is clearly something he'd do! I only know GigaCan1 and LifeSrd when it comes to Advance... Koetsu, will you please teach me more about chips!?

RE: ProgramAdv/Mach (14)

message: Hi everybody! I'm Joe Mach! I know a few Advance, but only the hot ones!! One is called WideBrn1! Just pick the F, G, and H versions of FireBrn1 in a row! Another is called FlmHook1! Just pick the D, E, and F versions of FireHit1 in a row! What do you think Yukarin? It'd be great for class!

RE: ProgramAdv/Yukarin (15)

message: Huh? Mr. Mach? What are you doing here!? Your classroom is exciting enough! So let's keep it at school, OK!?

A Quiz!/QuizAtny (16)

message: The violence in Sky Town yesterday was awful, wasn't it? There was a huge storm with really strong winds... You know that reminds me... I wanted to talk about Wind chips... So let's have a Quiz! Wind chips have a special effect... What is this special effect? If you get it right, I'll give you a special NaviCust compression command!

RE: A Quiz!/Mick (17)

message: Hey! Hey! I know! Wind Chips... They.... Oh yeah! They get you Zennys!! I got that, right? So hurry up and tell me the Compression command!

RE: A Quiz!MickNavi (18)

message: Hahaha! Mick... "The Wind Brings Profit!" That isn't about Wind chips... It's an old saying! The right answer is that it might blow away your opponent's Aura or Barrier... Isn't that right!?

Correct!/QuizAtny (19)

message: Great! The operator screws up, but the Navi saves the day! A beautiful combo! So I guess I'll show off the Compression command! ChpShufl, then hit: RRABLRARLA Did you write it down? This is a great program, so enjoy it! It's really useful.

Breaker Chips/KittyCat (20)

message: Wow! Wind chips really have that effect!! I guess I'll add some info to this discussion! If you hit a frozen enemy with a Breaker chip, it will do twice the damage! Pretty awesome, huh? Freeze 'em and smash 'em!

Frozen Status/Kosuke (21)

message: That was really interesting, KittyCat! But I wanted to ask, exactly how do you freeze an opponent?

RE: Frozen Stat/KittyCat (22)

message: Hmmm... Freezing an enemy... If you hit an enemy with a Aqua chip when they are on a frozen panel... Poof! One enemy on the rocks! I've set IceSeed as a RegularChip. That way I can freeze all of the enemy's area! Then I throw AquaNdl to freeze all the viruses.

Go Go Expo!/YngAtny (23)

message: It's getting really close to the start of the Expo!! I bet we'll be able to see lots of rare things!!

Rare Chip/Beeko (24)

message: I can't wait for the Expo! I live in Central Town, so everyday I walk by the Expo Site and I get more excited! By the way, we have a chip shop here called AsterLand. They sell rare chips, so if you come to the Expo you should stop there, too!

RE:Rare Chip/Tab (25)

message: Wow! Thank you so much for talking about my shop! I'm Tab. Actually, I work at AsterLand! We are stocked up with lots of great and rare chips! For instance, NumbrBl! This chip's attack strength is equal to the last 2 digits of your HP! I found out about that chip from Higsby's in DenCity. Since Higsby's isn't open now, we were able to obtain it! So please stop by the shop when you are in town!

RE:Rare Chip/ChipHntr (26)

message: NumbrBl really is an awesome chip!! But there are lots of rare chips in the world... Like VarSwrd! If you use it normally, it's just a regular sword, but if you press the A Button and enter a command when you use it, the extent of the attack will grow! There should be even more rare chips! I want to gather them up and travel the world!

RE:Rare Chip/Koetsu (27)

message: So ChipHntr... If you are going out into the world to find rare chips, good luck!! Speaking of rare chips, I just heard a really juicy rumor! There is a chip that has the power of a DarkChip if you power it up with the B Button! But I hear that powering it up will use up BugFrags.

RE:Rare Chip/YngAtny (28)

message: A dar...DarkChip!? Those are against the law! ... And scary too! I don't even want to think about them! But...you never know...I kinda want one...

I WannaNetBttl/Mick (29)

Cool! I've got lots of great chips!! Listenin' to you guys makes me wanna NetBattle! Alright! I'm gonna go practice so I can beat that freak, Lan!

[Saito-kun]

Big job.

I shouldn't have read the last lines, now I'm feeling nostalgic all over again.

[Blue]

I know! When I was doing that part, I was like, "Awww..." ;_;

[Saito-kun]

Haha, me too!

[Sol]

Nicely done.

One thing I might suggest though is to split each scenario up with placeholders and title them, then leave a table of contents. It'll let people go right to the part where they want to read. You also might want to warn that this is the Falzer script, and as such, there will be changes/variations in certain parts.
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[Sol]

Nicely done.

One thing I might suggest though is to split each scenario up with placeholders and title them, then leave a table of contents. It'll let people go right to the part where they want to read. You also might want to warn that this is the Falzer script, and as such, there will be changes/variations in certain parts.
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[linkfreak131]

Wow, I can't even imagine how much time and energy this took to achieve. @_@ Nicely done! =)

By the by, you mentioned at the end that the crisis music was gone. How did you manage to achieve that? Did you just save at a certain spot?
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[Saito-kun]

I'd like to know too. That infernal music grates on my ears after a while.

[Blue]

Did you really read this all the way through? Though I don't blame you if you didn't. I saved between the cutscene after Iris and Baryl are rescued from the Lovelies and the Expo Parade cutscene. Now that I know it works, I'd sort of like to try it on the morning of the Expo. See just how close you can push it.

Working on putting in an index--just hope it doesn't mess around too much with all the posts! @_@

[linkfreak131]

Yeah I admit it, I didn't read the whole thing. V_VU
But that's interesting to know that that's how you were able to get rid of it.
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[Blue]

There we go! Other two BBSes and the index added!

[Sol]

Ah, that's a bit better. Knowing the break between each scenario makes it easier to read.

I see no reason not to sticky this, right?
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[Sol]

Ah, that's a bit better. Knowing the break between each scenario makes it easier to read.

I see no reason not to sticky this, right?
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