Someone has given me a very comfortable new Gi. I wish I knew who gave me such a thoughtful gift. I would like to give my thanks to them.

Oh. I was not aware of this… (He gently shakes the box and looks at it warily)

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

It’s a present. Probably because it’s an important holiday today :-)

I have received a box… I do not know what is inside….

⏳ I modified myself to gain the power I have now. In the future, no one on Earth can defeat me. ⚙️ #MMRP #MVRP ⠀

(He is tending to a wound on his leg. He winces and hisses as he applies a paste of herbs onto it)

there is no place for me other than the battlefield. to live as I please, and die a senseless death. that is who I am. not a mere man of flesh. war is part of my existence.

I see. Things are making more sense to me now.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

That's an understandable assumption to make. Where I come from, we've become more human-like. Some of us can blend in seamlessly, and others cannot... my design sort of falls in-between.

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No! You need not apologize, i am the one who should be sorry. (He bows his head in return) I had assumed. Robots where I am from are much more mechanical. I apologize.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

I am! Ah... was that not obvious? I'm sorry, I should've said something. ( They dip their head in apology, feeling a little bad. )

(A puzzled expression comes across his face ) Built?… (His eyes widen) You are a robot!

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

I try my best. I was built to heal, not to fight. I've learned a lot, though, and I make do with what I have.

(He nods, listening intently) You seem to be a great warrior, my friend.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Their leader is called “Rockman-Shadow”. He has darkened armor, and a blade of plasma… I /thought/ I defeated him in the future before I ended up here, but nowadays I’m not so sure that he’s gone for good.

Perhaps so. Tell me. Who is it that you face. I am happy to assist any who stand against the forces of evil

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

I agree. Maybe time can actually be /kind/ sometimes. ( They gently laugh, but they mostly just sound nervous, knowing there could be bigger threats out there. )

It would seem that way. I believe that we have met for a reason.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

We really do. ( They put a hand to their chin. ) I… guess we’ve got a lot more talking to do, don’t we?

How interesting. We have very much in common… (He thinks to himself for a moment) Strange indeed

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

That's a shame... at least if he's not present here, that's a good sign? And yes, although I'm actually from the future... /also/ trying to stop a tyrannical ruler. That's... really strange.

If you have never heard of him then you are certainly lucky. He has held this planet in his clutches for thousands of years… I have never met another not of this time. It seems as though our struggles are very similar.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

( Their brows raise, and so do their ears. They're shocked, of course, but mostly intrigued. ) I've never heard of that name, but he doesn't sound pleasant. What a weird coincidence, though - because I'm not from this time, either.

(He lowers his head and sighs) Yes. I am not of this time. I was transported here by Aku when I sought to destroy him in the distant past.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

That’s similar to how I got my name, as well. ( Dragon tilts their head, though, after pondering the rest of Jack’s sentence. ) “Arrived in this time”?

No offense is taken. It is what I was called when I first arrived in this time. And so it is what I go by.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

( Dragon looks back up towards him, a little more curiously now. They still smile back, though. ) I think so, too. I hope you'll forgive me for pointing it out, but... I had the same reaction. The opposite of expectations, I mean.

Ah. I apologize for my rudeness. (He smiles softly for a moment) But I believe that you and I are alike.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

( It's then that their ear flicks, and their tail sways slightly. Their gaze wanders away, looking a little more reserved. ) It's alright. I had a feeling someone like you would find it a little odd. It... wasn't my original name.

(Jack watches Dragon for a moment. Watching their posture, any change in expression, any twitch of the ear. He seems satisfied with the lack of reaction) It is nice to meet you too. Your name is interesting. It is not what I would have expected with your armor.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

It's very nice to meet you, Jack. ( They know full well why he's examining them further. To someone in that attire, it'd be obvious what they really are. )

(Jack is sitting next to a smoldering campfire, shivering. Snow lands around him, accumulating on his straw hat.)

This is the first I am hearing about this “Christmas”. Is it a religious celebration?

//Me dodging TADC spoilers like

a man in a yellow suit and green mask is standing on a stage .

ALT: a man in a yellow suit and green mask is standing on a stage .

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//anyone awake for the Geminid meteors tonight woot woooot

(He raises an eyebrow, glancing at Dragon up and down) Dragon. They call me Jack.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

( They smile back, nodding their head slightly. ) Most people call me Dragon. What's yours?

(He sighs and kneels. His Gi is torn in several places and he has deep gashes across his chest) what a day….

(He smiles softly) You are too kind. What is your name, friend?

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Well, as someone who also tends to make do… you’re doing a good job of it, from the looks of things.

Thank you. It is hard to find good materials. But I understand my attire is.. out of style. I am well accustomed to making do.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Ah, that's a shame... I'll keep an eye out for any.

Thank you. That is kind of you to say. The strap has broken on one of them. I am currently looking for a replacement.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

I think they are, if that helps. What happened to your sandals...?

….i was told that they were fashionable… I much prefer my sandals…

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

No problem. And that makes sense, I can't say I've seen anything like them before. ( They're kind of being a hypocrite here. They gaze away, feeling a bit awkward. )

(He also stops, looking a little sheepish) Oh. Thank you… … the shoes are new.

“Dragon” 🍂@displacedsavior.bsky.social · 10mo ago

( They stop for a second, observing the other guy and his strange attire... ) ... nice outfit.