Neko's Request Thread: Midnight's Request

Midnight · Posted: Mon Nov 28, 2005 12:18 am Post subject:

That's...just fantastic. So well-written, and yet so damn devious at the same time. As Sol has said, you do an excellent rendition of Dark RockMan, and I especially enjoyed how he seemed to prolong the pain by choosing his motives carefully and not diving in for the kill until he's had his sadistic pleasures fulfilled. Fantastic job.

Now, erm, I actually have a request, but seeing as how there are three people ahead of me, I'll drop it here, and leave it entirely up to you if you ever want to fic it.

My request is simple--a Shuko and Aquaman-centric fic. Let her take some time to reflect on how she's changed from her inception into the storyline to the present moment, "present" being the initial...say....eight episodes or so of Beast. The situation I leave in your hands.
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Neko · Posted: Mon Nov 28, 2005 11:24 am Post subject:

Barrel walked into his dorm and sat down on his bed with a heavy sigh. His navi, not quite sure what to make of this looked at his Net Op with concern and asked, “Barrel, are you all right?”

Barrel nodded, “I’m fine. It’s been awhile since we’ve met up with that kid and his dad, hasn’t it?” he asked.

“Hikari, sir?” Colonel asked.

Barrel nodded. He knew what he had to do for the Nebula Grey incident but it was hard, to come and go through the future as he pleased. He could feel his body wearing thin while he hopscotched through time to watch over the kid and his navi. Not that it wasn’t worth it, he knew that the kid was headed for even more dangerous battles that only he could fight. Still… such weariness was new the Barrel and he wasn’t sure if he liked it.

“Barrel, if I may?” Colonel asked.

Barrel nodded and lay down on his bed with his face turned towards the ceiling. “Go ahead,” he told Colonel.

Colonel cleared his throat, “Are you sure you wish to be doing this?” he asked him softly.

Barrel smirked, “If I didn’t, would I have you?” he asked.

“That’s not what I meant,” Colonel replied.

Barrel shook his head, “I know what you meant. And my answer is yes. I like that kid and his navi, they’re good people. They deserve a chance and I like doing something worthwhile with my life, even if it does mean to sacrifice a few things.”

“Barrel, I can tell you’re getting tired, you can’t continue to do this,” Colonel pointed out.

“I think…” Barrel paused. “I think there may be only one more incident.”

“You think?” Colonel asked dubiously.

Barrel shrugged, “Intuition. Anyways, you’ll be there, and that’s probably what helps them the most.”

Colonel allowed himself a small smile. “You belittle yourself.”

Barrel shook his head, “I’m far from being modest, my friend.”

“Oh, I’m well aware,” Colonel replied. “Believe me, I’m well aware.” He paused for a bit, “So, are you going to finish this out?” he asked.

“You can bet on it,” Barrel said with a grin.

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When it was all said and done, Barrel still believed what he did was most of what he could do. Before the notorious last fight, of which the outcome he already knew he visited a place that he had only seen in nightmares.

“So, this is where it ends, huh?” Barrel asked softly while gazing down at the stone.

Colonel nodded silently in his PET. “Yeah…”

Barrel kneeled down and wiped some dirt off of the grave stone. “A beloved soldier and friend…” he read.

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Two months later Netto knelt by the grave stone and placed flowers on top of it. “Barrel the immortal,” he whispered, reading the familiar nickname one last time and let a few tear drops fall onto the cold granite.

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Damn, I'm into the depressing stuff lately >.>;
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spiecas · Net Battler Joined: 16 Sep 2005 Posts: 77 Location: Earth

That was...sad. It was very good, but still sad. I love it when people do fics that delve into Barrel's character. He's such a cool guy.

Anyway, I have a request if it's not too much trouble. I'd really like to see a fic on what would happen if one of the net saviors, specificly Enzan or Netto, lost their sight and was permanantly blinded. How would they deal with the handicap and how would others react?
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kuro-kitsune · Posted: Mon Nov 28, 2005 7:15 pm Post subject:

o__o

That was so pretty and sad all at the same time. *has a stunted reaction to depressing things now*

Senpai wins!! XD

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Yoshiman · Posted: Tue Nov 29, 2005 4:34 am Post subject:

Very, touching Neko, I though it was nice how you had Barrell read his own grave, and then have NEtto read it too. Very good work, Thanks.
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Neko · Posted: Tue Nov 29, 2005 4:44 pm Post subject:

Netto slowly opened his eyes, putting up his hand to block an unwanted light from reaching his eyes. “Hello, Netto-kun,” a soft voice said to him.

“Rock… man…” he mumbled slowly.

“Yes, Netto-kun. I’m glad you’re awake, you scared me for a minute,” Dark Rockman said quietly.

Netto shook his head dazedly, “Rockman…” he said again. “I…”

Dark Rockman helped Netto sit up. “It’s all right, you’re fine now.”

Netto took in a deep breath and shook his head to will away the bad feeling he had in the back of his mind. “Yeah,” he said, a little more sure of himself. “I’m fine.”

Dark Rockman nodded, “Yes.”

Netto looked around with a small grin on his face. “Rockman is here,” he told himself. Then he looked at Rockman with empty eyes, “I missed you nii-san.”

Dark Rockman grinned and hugged Netto, “I missed you too, little brother,” he said truthfully. “Very much.”

Netto looked past Dark Rockman and blinked. “You’re here, but where is everyone else?”

“What do we need them for, Netto-kun?” Dark Rockman asked. “We’re here, and that’s all that matters.

‘No!’ a voice yelled in the back of Netto’s mind. ‘No, that’s not true.’ Netto shook his head and shoved away the small voice. “Right,” he agreed.

Dark Rockman’s lips twisted into a small smile. “Very good, Netto-kun.”

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In the deep recesses of Netto’s mind, a small light throbbed vainly against the dark energy that consumed the area. “No…” Netto thought harshly. “This isn’t right. That’s not my nii-san and I’m not being heard!”

‘Netto-kun…’ a soft voice said.

Netto relaxed for a second to try and hear the voice again.

‘Netto-kun…’

“Rockman?” Netto called out. “Is that really you?”

‘Netto-kun, calm down,’ the voice said again.

Netto did as he was told and when he became aware again he was standing in a dimly lit room with no noticeable boundaries except an unknown light source. In front of him stood his elder twin and best friend. “Saito!” Netto gasped and hugged his twin tightly.

Saito smiled and hugged Netto back. “I knew something was wrong,” he murmured. “As soon as I felt the dark energy I knew something was wrong.”

“Saito, I can’t do anything,” Netto said in a small voice. “Something…”

“You’re infected with the Dark energy,” Saito said while clutching Netto closer. “I was convinced you were gone,” he gasped. “I was so worried.”

“But, if I’m here then what about…” Netto wasn’t quite sure how to word the rest.

“The Dark energy has taken over your body, just like it took over mine. Netto-kun, you have to fight it, or it will consume your entire being,” Saito told him with worry in his dark eyes.

Netto shook his head, “But how?” he asked. “How do I fight it? I tried before but…”

Saito smiled sadly. “I’m afraid I can’t tell you how, but if you don’t you will never regain yourself.”

Netto shut his eyes and buried his face in Saito’s chest. “I don’t want to leave you…” he whispered.

“I’ll be fine,” Saito replied with a soft smile. “I promise. I’m always here with you, Netto-kun, I promise. If you escape the darkness then you can get Rockman and together we’ll fight back against my dark side but… until then you have to win your own battle.”

Netto nodded and held Saito closer. “All right,” he said.

Saito put his hand on Netto’s head and pushed his head back gently so they would look eye to eye. “Promise?” he asked.

Netto gave him a broad grin that seemed to put his twin at ease, “I promise, Saito-nii-san.”

Saito grinned, “Good, Netto-kun. Are you ready?”

Netto nodded and gave Saito a smile. “I’m always ready. You should know that.”

Saito winked at him, “I’ll remind you that tomorrow morning,” he teased.

Netto nodded, “Yeah, see you tomorrow morning.”

The dim room slowly began to grow lighter and lighter until Netto could no longer see Saito’s face but only feel him. Saito squeezed Netto’s hand gently before the room dissipated.

Netto was back in his own private little corner and he could feel the Dark energy begin to pulsate around him. “Please,” he whispered. “I promised…”

The small light within the Darkness grew stronger and stronger until Netto could no longer keep his own thoughts inside of the small area and he slipped into oblivion.

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“Netto-kun, are you all right?” Dark Rockman asked, suddenly wondering why Netto was looking at nothing in particular.

Netto shut his eyes tightly and put his hands to his head. “No,” he whispered.

“Netto-kun?” Dark Rockman asked.

“NO!” Netto yelled.

Dark Rockman backed off at the sudden surge of emotion that came through his link. “What?”

Netto collapsed to his knees and shut his eyes tightly. “No…” he whispered. “I promised.”

A dark energy pulsated around the child before slowly dissipating. “You…” Dark Rockman growled.

Netto took in several deep, shuddering breaths, “I won’t… give in… to you!” he yelled while fixing Dark Rockman with an angry glare.

Dark Rockman took a slow step back then his expression changed completely. He gave Netto a cruel smirk and nodded, “All right… Netto-kun,” he smirked.

Netto stood up shakily, “What are you planning?” he snapped, the devious thoughts of Dark Rockman making themselves know through the link.

Dark Rockman stepped forward and grabbed Netto’s shoulder. “Hmm… I wonder?” he asked before sending a shock through the brunette’s body that rendered the child unconscious. "A promise, huh?" he asked dully to the air.

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Netto opened his eyes slowly to look up at the ceiling of his familiar room. “Huh?” he asked.

“Good morning, Netto-kun,” a soft voice greeted him.

Netto sat up quickly and stared at his navi before his face broke into a large grin. “Morning, nii-san!” he answered cheerfully.

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Sheesh I might as well just start a series of one shots for this >.> Maybe like... an awakening series or something.
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**Sol** · Posted: Tue Nov 29, 2005 4:47 pm Post subject:

Very, very nice. I like how Saito comes to Netto's aid, and the subsequent events that follow. Wonderful job.

You DO know I'm going to prod you until you make another sequel to this, right? XD
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Midnight · Posted: Tue Nov 29, 2005 6:56 pm Post subject:

You're getting good at writing the tear-jerkers, I'll admit.

I concur with Sol on this one--having Saito appear to him in an ethereal state was a rather touching method of passing inspiration onto Netto--and this is definitely something I can see as being continued on its own accord. You spent just the right amount of time allowing for Netto to realize his error and for him to resist. This should be good.

I look forward to the next, as always.
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YaminoMiko · Posted: Tue Nov 29, 2005 7:27 pm Post subject:

Start a series for this Neko. I love it!
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Anime Master ZERO · Posted: Tue Nov 29, 2005 7:43 pm Post subject:

It's good to see you writing these requests again, Neko. I loved all the recent ones you've written. You've captured Dark Rockman as the perfect specimen of evil - cunning and manipulative.

If you are able to, Neko, could you please do another ShunxYaito fluff? I don't care about the content so long as it's cute and fluffy.
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Neko · Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2005 3:46 pm Post subject:

Netto skated slowly down the sidewalk looking around at the stores to see if they had something he might want. “Hm…” he said thoughtfully.

“Netto-san?” Colonel called from his PET.

“Yeah?” Netto asked while peering into a window.

“Are you sure you want to be out? I mean after everything…” Colonel paused.

Netto grinned, “Nah, I want to be outside. Rockman would yell at me if I stayed cooped up inside all day.” A brief look of sadness crossed his eyes before he spotted something on display in the window. He grinned and walked inside.

“What are you looking for?” Colonel asked.

Netto headed towards a small rack with hats on it. “Mama’s birthday is next week,” he said in a happy voice. “I need to get mama her present before I spend my money on anything else.” He looked a little sheepish as he looked at a hat. “I’m really bad with money.”

Colonel smiled a little, “I can imagine. I don’t think I know of many 12 year old boys who are good at handling money.”

Netto put the hat back and wandered over to a place with pretty silk scarves he saw his mom looking at last time they were there. “Do you know many 12 year old boys?” he asked with a laugh.

“Well… no,” Colonel admitted.

“Point,” Netto said and picked up a pretty silk black scarf with red roses on it. “Besides, it’s not like I’m horrible at it. I know when to save money, it’s just if I see something I really want I…” he paused and laughed, “I’m not good at holding back.”

“I think most people have that problem, Netto-san,” Colonel said good naturedly.

“Really?” Netto asked. “Does Barrel?”

Colonel shrugged, “I would think, even though he doesn’t talk about it.”

“What does he talk about?” Netto asked while they headed towards the register.

“Not very much,” Colonel admitted. “Barrel-san is a very action first, talk later kind of person.”

Netto giggled, “Rockman would probably say the same about me. I know for a fact I act on impulse. It drives him crazy.”

Colonel nodded, “Oh I can see why,” he said softly.

“Hm?” Netto asked as he accepted the bag from the cashier.

“Nothing,” Colonel said quickly. “So, is that what you’re going to get for your mother?” he nodded at the bag.

Netto nodded, “Yeup, mama was looking at this last week when we were out. I think she liked it because she kept on looking at it but she didn’t have enough money. I think it will make a good birthday present.”

Colonel smiled, “I believe you’re right.”

Netto walked out of the store and clipped on his skates. “So, you ready to go home?”

Colonel opened his mouth then closed it. “Excuse me?”

“Are you ready, to go home,” Netto repeated slowly. “I was just wondering if you were ready to leave or if you wanted to stay around for a bit.”

“O-oh…” Colonel said slowly. “Umm… we can go home now.”

Netto started to skate in the direction of his house. “Barrel doesn’t ask your opinion much, does he?”

“Not outside the context of battle,” Colonel replied. “I just go where he carries my PET. Does Rockman ever want to stay?”

Netto shrugged, “Sometimes. And sometimes he wants to leave early.” Netto made a face, “Sometimes I don’t want to listen. Anyways, it was just a question.”

Colonel smiled, “I know,” he replied. “And I think I’m ready to return back to your house. I need to e-mail Barrel anyways.”

Netto nodded, “All right, we’ll be home in about ten minutes. If we’re lucky I can get upstairs and hide mama’s present without her seeing.”

Colonel laughed and nodded then looked out of the PET and the world whizzed by. It was a lovely day and he wished it would never end.

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Here ya's go Starry :D Enjoy.
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Midnight · Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2005 6:28 pm Post subject:

Aww, this was nice. I've seen several authors take on this time period, but I still think that you interpret the events the best. Not by much, though.

I do not know much of Colonel, having not played EXE5 Colonel, but from what I can tell from his brief appearance in the game, you seemed to get his personality down pat. Great job.
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Anime Master ZERO · Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2005 7:55 pm Post subject:

I liked it, Neko. I'ts nice to read fics about the characters just acting like normal humans.

BTW, I noticed a typo in the last paragraph. You put in Barrel instead of Colonel.
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Flame Buster · Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2005 8:49 pm Post subject:

Actually, you put Barrel twice.

Anyway, I like this one. It's always fun to see Colonel from a human view.
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RollSoul · Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2005 11:49 pm Post subject:

I always loved ur work Neko ^^
I really liked your Guardian Angel fic hope your write another chap.
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Anime Master ZERO · Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2005 7:39 am Post subject:

Make that three instances where you've typed in Barrel instead of Colonel.

Neko · Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2005 9:09 am Post subject:

Midnight · Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2005 11:36 am Post subject:

Aww...that was cute, if not a bit strange. I suppose it is the influence of the IRC channel, but I can DEFINITELY see you guys take on your repsective roles in this fic, as if this was a recapitulation of events that actually happened...

Great job. :D
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**Plantman** · Posted: Thu Dec 01, 2005 2:06 pm Post subject:

Awww Larkman fluff. XDD I love it, Neko. It's funny, it's cute and sweet. Larkman is so cute and devious XD
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HubHikari · Posted: Fri Dec 02, 2005 12:44 am Post subject:

Wonderful fic neko great work Im glad your taking requests again.

If you have some free time I would like to request if you could you write about Netto's birthday and meiru trying to get a rare chip as his present since he has all the ones from The Chip shop so she has Roll go to the undernet looking for the rare chip Final Gun and being watched by forte as she looks for the chip data then Just as she finds and gets the Final Gun Rare Chip data she gets attacked and forte Saves her.

If its not to much trouble, thanks ^_^
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