Who: Espio the Chameleon & YOU Status: Mostly open, some closed Where: eh you know What: Catch-all of variety of shenanigans for May Warnings: Will update as needed but nothing right now.
[Sonic he knows about, as well as Shadow. Tails isn't surprising; it's rare to see Sonic without his brother. However, all of that feels glossed over as soon as Amy mentions Eggman.
That part is a surprise, one that briefly gets him tense. The pain of the Metal Virus still haunts him, but it is something he can mediate, all the more ease with Vector and Charmy in his company.
[ Her back slouches a little. No rest for the wicked, or the good, it would seem. ]
He has been relatively quiet. I've spoken to him once, it was... enlightening. He's making robots.
[ She looks skeptical, her hands on her hips as she considers. ]
He's named them something super lame, he's calling them Radniks. I dunno. It's a lot, but Sonic can probably fill you in more about that. I don't trust Eggman to behave forever, though. But maybe I'm just being pessimistic.
Yes, he will. He's been quiet though. For now, at least.
[ Keyword: for now. Amy doesn't trust that to last at all. It's been both a blessing and a curse, really, she thinks; but she also isn't dumb enough to think that a quiet Eggman is a good Eggman. It's usually the opposite. ]
Yeah! It's better to find out early then, y'know... bump into him, right? Anyways, I'm sure Sonic will be glad to see you, too! I know I sure am. How are you? How have you been settling in?
[ Because that's more important to her than the doctor right now. Besides, if Espio needs help settling in or... well, with anything, she's definitely more than willing as always. ]
[That's almost worse! If he's been so quiet, he's been scheming! Something is going to happen, but this definitely means he needs to have a word with Sonic, soon.
For now, though, he has Amy's company. Whenever Sonic turns up is when they'll talk.]
I'm still adjusting to this world, but in due time I will understand it. I suppose I should be looking into potential housing.
[gonna be so weird not just sleeping at the office, messed up tbh]
I did talk to him once. Eggman, that is... it was... enlightening.
[ Ignore how Amy looks amused, hmm? ]
I found out that he seems to be from my past. That's what we're assuming, at least, because he and I don't have the same memories of events that happened.
[ Which was great at the time. Now with Surge and Kit, she's experiencing the same thing and it's not so great, thanks. She hums at Espio's comment about housing, and she nods her head sagely. ]
Housing is pretty easy here! There's places on the ship you can sleep in too. Like the cabins! I think there are free places on land too, if that's more your thing. I just stay in the ship for the most part.
[Well, it must have been amusing indeed, but he still can't help but feel anger and bitterness about the doctor. Still, that isn't Amy's problem, and he settles back into his more restrained self.]
Hm. I've noticed that's something of a trend. Some of us are displaced in a way.
[There's a nod for his response, but Espio debates with himself internally. He hasn't lived alone in a long time, but he also isn't someone who likes to admit to his own needs and weaknesses.
[ She fiddles with her device after pulling it out, and after a few moments of scrolling, she pulls up what she's looking for, turning the device so Espio can see the perfectly captured screen shot of an angry looking Eggman, his cheeks red, and a STUPID look on his face. He's clearly yelling at her, there's even spit flying out of his mouth. ]
Enlightening.
[ Because they have proved that they are very mature people around each other. She'll spare Espio the MS painted things the two sent back and forth at each other, at least. ]
What's the last thing you remember from home? For me, it was leaving a place called the Starfall Isles.
[ ENJOY IT ESPIO. Make it your wallpaper like she did. Make crude memes. It's fun! ]
We actually did it?! Ahhh, that's so cool! I'm so glad we got to do it, even if uh, I haven't. Actually gotten there yet.
[ She bounces excitedly and claps her hands. Man. She's been looking forward to a good murder mystery party! Too bad it's on hold for her... for now. Unless they do something similar here... ]
I'm just glad everyone had a good time and it worked out! I can't wait to experience it~
[By the end of it all, it's kind of a clusterfuck, but it was still kind of fun too. Still, he'll give his additional apologies for when she remembers.]
Until then, I think it's safe to say I'm from your future.
I want to have a big party here at some point! Except, everything's been a little crazy lately. Sonic and I are going to host a game night though, you should come and join in!
[ CLOSE ENOUGH TO A PARTY! ]
Precise insight is the best kind! Mm, there's a whole lot I'd actually like to know. Who is Mr. Tinker?
[ Because she wants to get everyone's take on this alter ego of Eggman's, thanks. ]
I would gladly come. Be prepared to give it your all, for I will not hold back.
[GO HARD OR GO HOME that's how he rolls.
At the question, Espio holds his breath a moment before folding his arms.]
A man whose presence was too short lived.
I don't know what you've been told, but after the war, Sonic asked Vector, Charmy, and myself to locate Eggman. We did... technically.
Only he had complete amnesia. He was not himself at all, and his personality was effectively the opposite as we know him. Windmill Village took to calling him Mr. Tinker as he was all too happy to help them repair and improve their lives.
Sonic convinced me that we should leave him alone to live his life as Mr. Tinker. He convinced Shadow to hold back as well, in hopes Mr. Tinker would live his peaceful life helping others.
Oh, I'm definitely not going to hold back. Especially if we play Monopoly.
[ She's coming for your properties, Espio. Get TAXED!!
Amy hums, nodding her head. ]
I haven't been told a whole lot. But... yeah, that tracks. Sonic isn't one to want to... end things permanently. That's not his style. Super noble of him... I felt that way too, I still kind of do? But... that man has caused a lot of trouble. Mr. Tinker sounds like an amazing person, and it's a shame he's not in existence anymore.
Hmph. I welcome the challenge. I handle the invoices at the agency.
[LET'S GOOOO]
...I know.
[He knows it isn't Sonic's style. At Espio's heart, he wants to respect that, but it's impossible to do for all of the horror that comes after Mr. Tinker stopped existing.]
When he became Eggman again. ... Let us just say there are some atrocities that I can't excuse. I can't abide by Sonic's sense of justice in this regard, nobly naive though it may be.
You sure do, you're a pro! I'm gonna make a lot of snacks too, and I know Tails is bringing some as well. I'm a little limited here when it comes to cooking, I sure do miss my kitchen at home...
[ S I G H. She wants to cook and bake for everyone but she CAN'T HERE and that royally blows. ]
...What did he do? You don't have to tell me if you don't want to, but... I can say that I'm in agreement with you. I don't want to hurt him, or see him dead... but also, we can't just keep letting him run around doing whatever he wants. There's a lot of people here who don't know Eggman like we do. I don't want anyone else to get hurt.
I can't offer much, but I have stocked up on some tea. I'm happy to bring some for the occasion.
[not that he's ever been much of a cook tbh
The talk of Eggman is... difficult, but he would rather be truthful with Amy. So, he takes a second to prepare himself mentally before speaking.]
When Eggman became himself once more, he developed a wretched infection. The Metal Virus. It would spread by touch, and people would become robotic and violent. Their desire to attack and ensure the infection would spread to others. Many were infected.
We eventually had to flee to Angel Island for a period of time with the few that remained uninfected. It got out of hand.
We almost didn't manage to reverse it all. It was close. Too close.
You don't have to bring anything but yourself, silly.
[ Amy listens to Espio's story intently, and her eyes widen significantly at the plot twist. Metal Virus. It sounds like something straight out of a horror movie and right up Eggman's alley. ]
Espio, that's horrible! Are... are you okay though? Vector and Charmy too?
It's not a question he verbally responds to. He can't, the words stuck in his chest, swirling with anger and regret. Deception is the coward's way, he's told himself a hundred times. Be honest, he can do that, it's Amy--]
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[Sonic he knows about, as well as Shadow. Tails isn't surprising; it's rare to see Sonic without his brother. However, all of that feels glossed over as soon as Amy mentions Eggman.
That part is a surprise, one that briefly gets him tense. The pain of the Metal Virus still haunts him, but it is something he can mediate, all the more ease with Vector and Charmy in his company.
But they aren't here.]
Eggman as well.
I see.
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[ Her back slouches a little. No rest for the wicked, or the good, it would seem. ]
He has been relatively quiet. I've spoken to him once, it was... enlightening. He's making robots.
[ She looks skeptical, her hands on her hips as she considers. ]
He's named them something super lame, he's calling them Radniks. I dunno. It's a lot, but Sonic can probably fill you in more about that. I don't trust Eggman to behave forever, though. But maybe I'm just being pessimistic.
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[Which isn't the hedgehog's fault, but it certainly will motivate Eggman to do something loud and flashy.]
Thank you for telling me. I'll reach out to Sonic and see what he knows.
[Ideally, Sonic will know generally where Eggman is, but that's a matter to discuss with a certain blue speedster.]
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[ Keyword: for now. Amy doesn't trust that to last at all. It's been both a blessing and a curse, really, she thinks; but she also isn't dumb enough to think that a quiet Eggman is a good Eggman. It's usually the opposite. ]
Yeah! It's better to find out early then, y'know... bump into him, right? Anyways, I'm sure Sonic will be glad to see you, too! I know I sure am. How are you? How have you been settling in?
[ Because that's more important to her than the doctor right now. Besides, if Espio needs help settling in or... well, with anything, she's definitely more than willing as always. ]
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[That's almost worse! If he's been so quiet, he's been scheming! Something is going to happen, but this definitely means he needs to have a word with Sonic, soon.
For now, though, he has Amy's company. Whenever Sonic turns up is when they'll talk.]
I'm still adjusting to this world, but in due time I will understand it. I suppose I should be looking into potential housing.
[gonna be so weird not just sleeping at the office, messed up tbh]
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[ Ignore how Amy looks amused, hmm? ]
I found out that he seems to be from my past. That's what we're assuming, at least, because he and I don't have the same memories of events that happened.
[ Which was great at the time. Now with Surge and Kit, she's experiencing the same thing and it's not so great, thanks. She hums at Espio's comment about housing, and she nods her head sagely. ]
Housing is pretty easy here! There's places on the ship you can sleep in too. Like the cabins! I think there are free places on land too, if that's more your thing. I just stay in the ship for the most part.
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[Well, it must have been amusing indeed, but he still can't help but feel anger and bitterness about the doctor. Still, that isn't Amy's problem, and he settles back into his more restrained self.]
Hm. I've noticed that's something of a trend. Some of us are displaced in a way.
[There's a nod for his response, but Espio debates with himself internally. He hasn't lived alone in a long time, but he also isn't someone who likes to admit to his own needs and weaknesses.
Troubling.]
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Enlightening.
[ Because they have proved that they are very mature people around each other. She'll spare Espio the MS painted things the two sent back and forth at each other, at least. ]
What's the last thing you remember from home? For me, it was leaving a place called the Starfall Isles.
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Extremely.
[As for her question, Espio grows a bit thoughtful.]
Starfall Isles. I see. [No, he wasn't there, but he kinda hast the gist?? Eggman keeps making himself daughters huh]
So you don't remember your birthday party, I take it.
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[ She looks at it often, mostly after dealing with Surge. She'll keep that bit to herself, though. ]
I don't remember my birthday, unfortunately, no! Did we have fun~? Did we get to do the murder mystery train I wanted to do?
[ This has been HER DREAM BIRTHDAY for a while so BOY does she hope... that is what happened. ]
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[it gives him life]
Oh, it was plenty enjoyable. We did precisely what you wanted: the murder mystery train. I'm afraid I won't spoil the results for you, though.
[especially since HE IS THE MURDERER]
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[ ENJOY IT ESPIO. Make it your wallpaper like she did. Make crude memes. It's fun! ]
We actually did it?! Ahhh, that's so cool! I'm so glad we got to do it, even if uh, I haven't. Actually gotten there yet.
[ She bounces excitedly and claps her hands. Man. She's been looking forward to a good murder mystery party! Too bad it's on hold for her... for now. Unless they do something similar here... ]
I'm just glad everyone had a good time and it worked out! I can't wait to experience it~
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[BLESS HER.]
I look forward to you enjoying it. Eventually.
[By the end of it all, it's kind of a clusterfuck, but it was still kind of fun too. Still, he'll give his additional apologies for when she remembers.]
Until then, I think it's safe to say I'm from your future.
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[ A content sigh. She does love parties, especially when all of her friends show up and have a good time, too. ]
You're definitely from my future, which is pretty cool! Ooo, what can you tell me about the future that my tarot cards can't~?
[ She grins, and wiggles her fingers ALL SPOOKY LIKE at him. ]
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[It's very endearing how much she enjoys watching her friends have fun. It was easy to accept her party invitation.
GET FUCKED CHARMY]Ha. I have faith in your tarot readings, but I would be able to give you precise insight. What sort of information would best aid you?
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[ CLOSE ENOUGH TO A PARTY! ]
Precise insight is the best kind! Mm, there's a whole lot I'd actually like to know. Who is Mr. Tinker?
[ Because she wants to get everyone's take on this alter ego of Eggman's, thanks. ]
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[GO HARD OR GO HOME that's how he rolls.
At the question, Espio holds his breath a moment before folding his arms.]
A man whose presence was too short lived.
I don't know what you've been told, but after the war, Sonic asked Vector, Charmy, and myself to locate Eggman. We did... technically.
Only he had complete amnesia. He was not himself at all, and his personality was effectively the opposite as we know him. Windmill Village took to calling him Mr. Tinker as he was all too happy to help them repair and improve their lives.
Sonic convinced me that we should leave him alone to live his life as Mr. Tinker. He convinced Shadow to hold back as well, in hopes Mr. Tinker would live his peaceful life helping others.
[Espio wishes he didn't listen.]
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[ She's coming for your properties, Espio. Get TAXED!!
Amy hums, nodding her head. ]
I haven't been told a whole lot. But... yeah, that tracks. Sonic isn't one to want to... end things permanently. That's not his style. Super noble of him... I felt that way too, I still kind of do? But... that man has caused a lot of trouble. Mr. Tinker sounds like an amazing person, and it's a shame he's not in existence anymore.
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[LET'S GOOOO]
...I know.
[He knows it isn't Sonic's style. At Espio's heart, he wants to respect that, but it's impossible to do for all of the horror that comes after Mr. Tinker stopped existing.]
When he became Eggman again. ... Let us just say there are some atrocities that I can't excuse. I can't abide by Sonic's sense of justice in this regard, nobly naive though it may be.
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[ S I G H. She wants to cook and bake for everyone but she CAN'T HERE and that royally blows. ]
...What did he do? You don't have to tell me if you don't want to, but... I can say that I'm in agreement with you. I don't want to hurt him, or see him dead... but also, we can't just keep letting him run around doing whatever he wants. There's a lot of people here who don't know Eggman like we do. I don't want anyone else to get hurt.
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[not that he's ever been much of a cook tbh
The talk of Eggman is... difficult, but he would rather be truthful with Amy. So, he takes a second to prepare himself mentally before speaking.]
When Eggman became himself once more, he developed a wretched infection. The Metal Virus. It would spread by touch, and people would become robotic and violent. Their desire to attack and ensure the infection would spread to others. Many were infected.
We eventually had to flee to Angel Island for a period of time with the few that remained uninfected. It got out of hand.
We almost didn't manage to reverse it all. It was close. Too close.
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[ Amy listens to Espio's story intently, and her eyes widen significantly at the plot twist. Metal Virus. It sounds like something straight out of a horror movie and right up Eggman's alley. ]
Espio, that's horrible! Are... are you okay though? Vector and Charmy too?
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It's not a question he verbally responds to. He can't, the words stuck in his chest, swirling with anger and regret. Deception is the coward's way, he's told himself a hundred times. Be honest, he can do that, it's Amy--]
I am fine.
[Good thing it isn't Surge, or he'd be lying.]
Yes. Them too.
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I'm so sorry that happened, Espio. But I'm really glad that you guys are okay.
[ She is, too. She doesn't even want to think about any of her friends being hurt. Or worse. ]
I don't... want anything like that to happen here. So we'll be extra vigilant, yeah?
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[It could've been avoided, he thinks angrily. If he just didn't listen to Sonic--]
Indeed. If I could locate the doctor, perhaps I could have eyes on him.
[and many pointy things]
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