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{Sonic the Hedgehog/Juniper of Ebon} [J.O.E EXTENDED SCENE 1]: "Bath Night" (For © KatarinaTheCat) [R-15+]

[Panel 1]

Hailey Ranna: ...And here is the private bathing area that I've also mentioned about.

Juniper: How beautiful, Hailey. ^^

Hailey Ranna: It's the best way to just sit back and relax ^^

[Panel 2]

Juniper: Do you actually come to this place very often, or...?

Hailey: Yes, Sometimes.

Juniper: Looks like place hasn't been done much. This place sure brings back memories, doesn't it?

Hailey: Yes. ^^ Indeed.

[Panel 3]

Juniper: *Whew* Well, I don't know about you, but I sure could go for a nice soak. My muscles might have been aching up a sweat :)

Hailey: Same here.

Juniper: So, it's just the two of us tonight? Just as long as no one's watching us?

Hailey: thats right. ^^

[Panel 4]

Juniper: *blushes* oh, well... I'm not sure that's quite possible...

Hailey: Don't worry, Juniper. ^^ It'll be alright.

[Panel 5]

Juniper: Well, it's just... I've never undress in front of another girl before ^///^

Hailey: Really?

Juniper: Yeah, it's actually my first time...

[Panel 6]

Hailey: So, you've never been to spas or bath houses before?

Juniper: Well, not in places like this. It's quite possible, actually.

Hailey: I see. Places like this sure is quite expensive.

Juniper: Kinda like what we're in right now?

Hailey: Obviously.

[Panel 7]

Juniper: Well, since we're actually both girls here... I might as well give it a shot ^^

Hailey: That's the spirit, Juniper. ^^

[Panel 8]

(After a few moments of undressing)

Both: *Sighs of relief*

[Panel 9]

Hailey: That's more like it. ^^

Juniper: Mmph... Now, that is refreshing ^///^

Hailey: Indeed. ^^

[Panel 10]

Juniper: *Curiously stares at Hailey's chest*

Hailey: What's wrong, Juniper?

[Panel 11]

Juniper: Ah, err... Nothing, just... Couldn't help but notice that your chest caught my attention... *Blushes* Sorry :/

Hailey: Its okay, Juniper. ^^ Say, you inherited your mother's bust and curves.

[Panel 12]

Juniper: Oh, uh... Thanks, I get that a lot sometimes. So, yeah... I actually kinda take after my family. It's basically a girl thing.

Hailey: I understand.

[Panel 13]

Juniper: So, what about you? Which family do you take after?

Hailey: Mostly my late mother.

Juniper: I've heard you both actually shared the same similarities. What's that like?

Hailey: Well, it's kind of a genetic thing; one carries the genes after another and vice versa. So, basically that sums up pretty much of my family history. I could say the same about you though ^^

[Panel 14]

June: You think so?

Hailey: Well, yes. I mean, you have your father's hair and all, but you also got your mother's curves. So technically that make pretty much of everything, doesn't it?

[Panel 15]

Juniper: I guess that's true... *thinks to herself while looking at her own chest*

[Panel 16]

Hailey: From what I hear, you sure are growing into a fine young woman. I can see why you take after her.

June: Yeah. Not to mention that my chest went bigger.

[Panel 17]

Hailey: Well, that does seem kinda obvious. Speaking of which, would you mind passing the bucket?

Juniper: Sure.

[Panel 18]

(June passes the bucket to Hailey)

[Panel 19]

Juniper: You know. There is something weird before I returned to Ebon. There was a little girl about 2 years or so, I think she's called Melissa. You're not gonna believe this, but she snuggled and placed her face between my chest.

[Panel 20]

(Hailey rises out of the tub as she proceeds to rinse herself.)

Hailey: Really? How did you think you've managed to leave that part out?

June: I have no idea why she did that.

[Panel 21]

(Hailey proceeds to rinse herself the second time)

Hailey: Well, she must have a reason for doing that. I meant, she is a kid after all. Not to mention a toddler in her early years.

Juniper: Yeah. She's just a child. Some of them are kinda like that sometimes.

Hailey: Yeah, well.... Believe it or not. I used to be like that once. Full of energy not knowing what the outside world was like. All I did was remain at the palace all day while being looked after by maids.

June: Yeah. That happens to many kids that age.

[Panel 22]

(Hailey rinses herself the third time before re-entering the bath)

Hailey: I'm guessing you might've went through the same thing?

[Panel 23]

(Hailey reenters the bath)

Juniper: So, what's your secret?

Hailey: What? You mean my hair? Usually I just brush three times daily. I just happen to braid them on most occasions. At any rate, I'm sure this kid didn't really give you much trouble, though if I'm not mistaken.

[Panel 24]

Juniper: It's not like that. She's usually a good kid, really. Just... Not in the way you actually think ^^'

Hailey: Oh? Then, how would you describe her?

[Panel 25]

Juniper: Quite small, actually. I mean, she was kinda interested in my breasts. Honestly, I don't exactly know why. Force of habit, perhaps...?

Hailey: I guess that would explain how she managed to end up landing on your chest in the first place, even though she shouldn't be allowed to. But regardless, she is still a child after all.

Juniper: I know... I just find that a bit bizarre, even.

[Panel 26]

Hailey: Say, would you mind scrubbing my back for me? Even though, I can't reach from there?

Juniper: *Picks up sponge* Oh, yeah. Certainly.

[Panel 27]

(June starts scrubbing Hailey's back)

Hailey: Mmmmmm... Thats the stuff.. ^^

[Panel 28]

Juniper: I have to tell you, I think this bath is definitely what we need after a long day. Don't you think so?

Hailey: Yes, totally, Juniper. ^^

[Panel 29]

Juniper: *Blushes a bit* So, how are you and Andrew adjusting to this new life that you've planned out so far?

Hailey: Well, actually we've already started making some recommendations for this ceremony that's happening a few weeks by now. And what's best, is that everyone else on Ebon already received their invitations as well. I'm sure that Andrew recommends that you meet him there also. It's probably for the best if you give him a bit of closure even at this hour.

[Panel 30]

Juniper: Did they also say when the ceremony was due?

Hailey: No, but they mentioned the date that it was going to take place in. So, it shouldn't be much of a surprise overall.

[Panel 31]

Juniper: *Passed bucket around* Sounds like you and Andrew took a lot of consideration, the way I'd see it. *Rinses Hailey's lower back*

Hailey: Well, you know how Andrew is when it comes to celebrations like this. These things actually mean a lot to him.

[Panel 32]

Juniper: Remember how Viola used to tell me about the way you've handled Hiretsuna, even in Wolf form when you managed to leave a mark on him at that point? *rinses Hailey's back again*

Hailey: Boy, did I ever! Although, I can't say for certain that it was that easy to pull off.

Juniper: Out of a Song-and-Dance number, why else wouldn't it be?

[Panel 33]

Hailey: I guess it wouldn't matter much... So, how's the water, btw? Warm? Hot? Perhaps a bit in between?

Juniper: It feels FANTASTIC. Tbh, I was kinda a bit nervous at first when you asked to join you at a private bathing area, even if it involves... Getting undressed in front of another girl °///°

[Panel 34]

Hailey: You get used to it every now and then. Besides, I could use a bit of company ^^

Juniper: ^^

[Panel 35]

Hailey: Do you mind if I wash your hair for a while? It'll be a quick wash, I promise.

Juniper: Alright, sure.

[Panel 36]

*Hailey gently washes Juniper's hair for a while*

[Panel 37]

Juniper: *starts to giggle as Hailey keeps lathering her hair, which makes her squirm a bit*

Hailey: Hold still, Juniper. I can't keep washing there if you start moving.

Juniper: Sorry, Hailey, but that tickles a bit.

[Panel 38]

Hailey: Ok, ok. We're almost done, Now we'll just have to scrub around the rest of your entire body. Now hold still, this'll only take a minute.

Juniper: Okay. *trying to be still and calm as possible*

[Panel 39]

*Juniper starts giggling again as Hailey begins scrubbing away at her entire body, which kinda makes Juniper ticklish even more.*

Juniper: *Squirming* A-ah! No, wait-- Not that way! *Giggles* Please, stop! *Starts laughing* That's my special area! *Giggles even more*

[Panel 40]

Hailey: :3 *Stops scrubbing for a moment; then passes the bucket around for the 3rd time.* Alright, alright... Here. Now, we'll just have to rinse the suds right off you.

June: ^^

[Panel 41]

*Juniper shuts her eyes as Hailey proceeds to rinse all the suds off, starting with head, and then mostly her entire body as the water splashes all over her, which causes her to spit out some*

[Panel 42]

Juniper: Thanks, Hailey.

Hailey: ...There we go. All done. Now, doesn't that feel better?

June: Yeah. Totally. ^^

[Panel 43]

Hailey: Ok. Now, it's your turn to give this girl a good scrubbing ^///^

Juniper: Okay. Let's see what I can do.

[Panel 44]

(Juniper proceeds to do the same thing for Hailey, but only a bit more gently.)

[Panel 45]

(Juniper passes the bucket again then proceeds to rinse all the suds off the same way Hailey did.)

[Panel 46]

(Junes sneaks up on Haily and then drop some water on her afterwards.)

[Panel 47]

Hailey gets all soak as Juniper begins to snicker.)

[Panel 48]

(Hailey smirks as she shrugs if off, knowing that's it's all for fun.)

[Panel 49]

Juniper: ^^

Hailey: Well, it would seem that both of us are all SOAKED.

June: Yeah. *giggles*

[Panel 50]

Hailey: Not to mention naked at that. But, at least we're both girls here ^^

June: Good point. ^^

[Panel 51]

Hailey: *lies back a bit* Hah... Now, doesn't this feel like paradise?

June: Yeah. ^^

Hailey: I feel like I can just stay here a hours.

June: Me too. ^^

[Panel 52]

*Juniper proceeds to sit down as she lets a bit water trickle all over*

Juniper: ^^

[Panel 53]

Hailey: *Sees something on Juniper's left thigh, knowing to be a birthmark of some sort*

[Panel 54]

(Juniper starts whistling to herself as Hailey begins to notice looking at something on June's left thigh as she relaxes for a bit)

[Panel 55]

(June begins to blush a bit, but not much)

[Panel 56]

(June shrugs it off as she gently taps her feet into water gleefully while Hailey looks on curiously.)

Hailey: You seem to have a birthmark on your left side there... How long have you had that for?

[Panel 57]

Juniper: oh, this? *Shows birthmark* This is just something that I was actually born with, is all. I think it was something that Mrs. Grey herself mentioned earlier to me at the orphanage a while back.*

Hailey: I see.

[Panel 58]

Juniper: Yeah. I think this birthmark's supposed to represent something special, or someone in particular, I didn't really know what that means, at first. I thought it was just some plain birthmark that I was often born with.

Hailey: I must say, this birthmark seems extraordinary.

[Panel 59]

Juniper: Well, I just figured it might be something that I was born with genetically even at a very young age. So, I guess that explains how I got it in the first place.

Hailey: Have you ever figured out where you even got it from?

[Panel 60]

Juniper: No, not really. All I know is that I might've got it for a reason. It usually runs in the family.

Hailey: Good point

[Panel 61, 62, 63]

*Hailey rises from her bath, then proceeds to sits alongside a naked Juniper as both of them begin to chuckle*

[Panel 64]

Juniper: Y'know, I have to admit, this definitely feels way better than I've imagined it would ^///^

Hailey: See? I've told you :)

[Panel 65, 66, 67]

*Both Juniper and Hailey sit for a while, then they proceed to reenter the bath as Juniper looks on at Hailey's chest while she sits back and relaxes for a while*

[Panel 68]

Hailey: Y'know, you could stop staring. My chest isn't THAT big.

Juniper: *Blushing* Sorry. Force of Habit.

[Panel 69]

Hailey: So, have you considered about staying here? Ebon still needs a priestess to look after things, after all.*

[Panel 70]

*Juniper hesitated abit but she accepts it*

[Panel 71]

Hailey: Very good. So, we're both agreed then.

[Panel 72]

Juniper: Yeah, it's just... I wasn't sure first when you told me that I would have to fit in the position as a priestess, but it's good to know that I keep track of these things, even though if it is a huge responsibility.

Hailey: Well, I'm sure something might turn out eventually. I could say the same about Andrew, though.

Juniper: Yeah.

[Panel 73]

Hailey: You're still thinking about your old home, aren't you? Your old friends, and Probably also Mrs. Grey herself?

Juniper: *tearfully nodded* I know. I'm sorry, it's just... I'm actually more comfortable being on Earth there rather than just having to return here after learning about my true heritage and all that. But, after being away for so long, I just can't seem to decide on what my true place is; Either it be Earth or Ebon otherwise*

[Panel 74]

Hailey: I'm sure it must been hard, even for you.

Juniper: Well, I'm glad you understand that.

[Panel 75]

Hailey: I know that feeling... My father used to tell me the same thing as well.

Juniper: When was this?

[Panel 76]

Hailey: Oh, I think a couple of years back should do it. I would ask him the same question just to be sure if was on the right track of becoming the rightful ruler for Ebon. Needless to say, I was a bit anxious at first. But overtime, I've managed to overcome my obstacles as well as learning from them. Surprisedly, it wasn't that easy to begin with.

Juniper: that's relatable.

[Panel 77]

Hailey: I just feel like anything's possible here, y'know?

[Panel 78]

June: *nodded abit*

[Panel 79]

Hailey: It's a good thing you still have us around or else you would've been lost without us, for sure.

June: Not to mention very vulnerable without you guys

[Panel 80, 81]

Hailey: Well, you still got Andrew to thank for that, having to bring you back all the way to Ebon, even when things got a bit off a rocky start at first.

Juniper: It is nice... I could get being used to loving in this place, I guess.

[Panel 82, 83]

Hailey: Besides, by having you around these days, who knows what you might get to see besides Echidna Town.

Juniper: Maybe. but, I don't know... Lancelot and Hiretsuna might eventually show up after being imprisoned in crystal and maybe even try to get back at us.

[Panel 84, 85]

Hailey: He's just one lousy Echidna. Don't let the likes of him get your spirits down.

Juniper: Easy for you to say, You weren't sent to earth as a baby like I was. You're an actual princess yourself.

[Panel 86, 87]

Hailey: Actually, not necessarily... Some of the other felines took a disliking to me as a young girl back then...

Juniper: In what way?

[Panel 88, 89]

Hailey: Back when I was your age, they said I didn't belong with them because they think I was too "self-entitled" and "materialistic" to even fit in. But, you know what? I was kind, to each and every one of them. They may have written me off, but that won't stop me from giving them the benefit doubt.*

Juniper: I think I might as well sleep on that one...

[Panel 90]

Hailey: ...Still not convinced?

Juniper: *Quietly grumbling to herself*

[Panel 91, 92]

*Out of nowhere, Hailey playfully splashes a bit of water onto Juniper, which gets her all soaked up from before.*

[Panel 93, 94]

Juniper: *Sputters* What was THAT for??

Hailey: *innocently* To snap you out of it, silly ^^

Juniper: Yeah-- *Coff* but, not like that! *Sputters*

[Panel 95, 96, 97, 98]

*Hailey quietly chuckles to herself. Then, out of nowhere, Juniper quickly passes the bucket and then playfully splashes some water onto her, now even more soaked than ever, Hailey sputters, then smirks at Juniper*

[Panel 99, 100]

Juniper: There. Now we're EVEN ^^

Haily: *giggles*

[Panel 101, 102, 103, 104]

*Both Juniper and Hailey start splashing each other just to make things more fun. They do this for hours, until finally they eventually start to get tired, then they sit back and go back to another hour of relaxation time.*

[Panel 105]

Juniper: Well, THAT was fun ^^

Hailey: Yeah, tell me about it.

[Panel 106, 107]

Juniper: Y'know, I could get used to living here in a place like Ebon. I think I might like it here ^^

Hailey: *Chuckles* You still have a lot to learn about Ebonitians, my friend ;)

[Panel 108]

Juniper: :)

[Panel 109, 110,]

*Both Juniper and Hailey calm down for a moment, then they take a few minutes to think about what they're going to do next, still not saying a thing as they relax for now*

[Panel 111, 112]

Juniper: ...Wanna go get something to eat?

Hailey: ...Ok, sure :)

(END SCENE)

[mikimuun]

this man is about to be banned from the public library for being too stinky

[gm-the-dm]

McAllister's Retirement Agency

<u>Page 1</u> (six panels)

Panel 1. A superhero stands with his hands on his hips, cape flapping majestically behind him. His head is turned to the left. This is Incredible Man who we will meet later. He is a stereotypically handsome superhero. A cross between a Superman and Homelander.

CAP. It is a truism in the super community that superheroes don't retire.

Panel 2. A man in a suit uses pyrokinetic powers to light candles on a birthday cake, surrounded by happy office workers. He does this via finger guns.

CAP. A pyrokinetic lawyer may only light the candles at birthday parties...

Panel 2. The man in the suit from earlier is now older and standing on the deck of a yacht.

CAP. ... and stop working at 65 to cruise the Caribbean on his boat.

Panel 3. A person in a polo and khakis holds a filing cabinet in each hand. They are in a room cluttered with filing cabinets and look overwhelmed.

CAP. A civil servant with superstrength may be the go-to for reorganizing the old records...

Panel 4. The same civil servant, now older, holds two grandchildren in the same pose as they had held the filing cabinets. Now they are smiling.

CAP.

...and retire with a pension.

Panel 5. A close up on a superhero's tights from behind. Once again, this is Incredible Man.

CAP. Yet the minute you put on the flame-resistant, rip-stop, dry clean only tights...

Panel 6. A full-body shot from the front of an elderly superhero, posed to fight. This is the WWII hero we will meet later.

CAP. ... retirement is no longer an option.

<u>Page 2</u> (one panel)

Panel 1. Two friends lounge about, drinking beer. One is Incredible Man, out of his supersuit. The other is our Narrator. We have walked in on them mid-conversation.

INCREDIBLE MAN: It's not like I can get a job anyway with a three year gap on my resume.

NARRATOR: I'm sure being Incredible Man counts as work experience.

INCREDIBLE MAN: No one would believe I was him. Even if they did-

<u>Page 3</u> (one panel)

Panel 1. Incredible Man sits behind a desk sipping coffee. He is in a button down shirt and tie, not his supersuit. He looks content. Through the window we can see a bank being robbed.

INCREDIBLE MAN (speech bubble carried over from other page): -would you be satisfied with the guy who can stop bullets sitting behind a desk while bad things happen?

<u>Page 4</u> (three panels)

Panel 1. Incredible Man, out of his supersuit, and the Narrator are in the same room as Page 2. They are still drinking.

NARRATOR: How about we fake Incredible Man's death and claim you worked for a failed start-up?

INCREDIBLE MAN: If I worked for a start-up, it wouldn't have failed.

Panel 2. The same room as Panel 1. The Narrator and Incredible Man are still drinking but now Incredible Man is excited.

INCREDIBLE MAN: I have an idea. Give me a pen, some paper, and another beer.

Panel 3: The same room as the previous two panels. Incredible Man points to a pad of paper. There are empty beer bottles and crumpled papers strewn about the room.

CAP. Several beers later, McAllister's Retirement Agency was born.

<u>Page 5</u> (six panels)

Panel 1: The dossier on Dr. Lazarus. It states that Dr. Lazarus has an obsession with lasers and no familiarity with the biblical Lazarus.

CAP. I'd be lying if I said our first retirement was a flawless success.

Panel 2: Dr. Lazarus laughs maniacally as he wields a large laser weapon. There is a crowd gathered but keeping a respectful distance from the superhero/supervillain fight.

CAP. The retirement party itself went off without a hitch.

Panel 3: A laser shoots from Dr. Lazarus' weapon toward Incredible Man.

Panel 4: Incredible Man wraps himself in his cape to shield himself from the laser.

Panel 5: A blinding flash.

Panel 6: A smoldering pile of ash sits where Incredible Man had been.

<u>Page 6</u> (three panels)

Panel 1: Dr. Lazarus threatens a group of people with his laser. They are more afraid than they were on Page 5, panel 2.

CAP. That's where the trouble began.

CAP 2. Everyone believed Dr. Lazarus had killed Incredible Man..

Panel 2: Dr. Lazarus' henchmen stuff optics equipment into sacks.

CAP. ...including Dr. Lazarus.

Panel 3: Incredible Man, in civilian clothing, and the Narrator clink beer bottles in the living room where they had planned his death. The tv news is covering Dr. Lazarus' crime spree and the ensuing panic in the city.

CAP. While we celebrated a job well done, the city panicked.

<u>Page 7</u> (One panel)

Panel 1: Incredible Man stands before a very alarmed Dr. Lazarus. Incredible Man is in his heroic pose. A car is on fire in the background.

CAP. The situation had become intolerable. Someone was going to get hurt.

CAP 2. The city needed Incredible Man back.

<u>Page 8</u> (Five panels)

Panel 1: Dr. Lazarus is led into the back of a police van in handcuffs. Incredible Man is surrounded by reporters.

CAP. We came up with a ridiculous lie...

INCREDIBLE MAN: His laser sent me to an alternate dimension.

CAP 2. ... and the public ate it hook, line, and sinker.

Panel 2: A parade. Incredible Man rides in the back of a convertible and waves to the crowd. He seems to be genuinely enjoying himself.

CAP. The city celebrated their hero's reluctant, triumphant return.

Panel 3: Incredible Man, in his supersuit, sits on the couch of a late night host.

INCREDIBLE MAN: You'd think Dr. Lazarus would have realized someone resistant to every conventional weapon thrown at him-

LATE NIGHT HOST: And several unconventional ones

INCREDIBLE MAN: -would also be resistant to hot light.

Panel 4: Movie posters, books, magazine, and academic journals all covering Incredible Man's return.

Panel 5: The Narrator looks up at Incredible Man on a large screen similar to the ones seen in major cities.

CAP. Caught up in the limelight as he was-

CAP 2. -I thought my friend had forgotten about McAllister's Retirement Agency.

<u>Page 9</u> (One panel)

Panel 1: A grinning Incredible Man, in civilian clothing, stands in front of the Narrator. The Narrator holds his door open. He is shocked by Incredible Man's presence. Incredible Man holds a six pack of beer in each hand.

CAP. So I was flabbergasted when he showed up a few weeks later.

INCREDIBLE MAN: How are we going to kill me this time?

<u>Page 10</u> Six panels

Panel 1. Incredible Man and the Narrator are in the same living room as on page 2. Incredible Man stands before a large pad of paper on a tripod. He is brandishing a Sharpie. The Narrator sits in front of him. There are various empty beer bottles scattered around.

NARRATOR: So we need a villain we can control.

INCREDIBLE MAN: Someone who will be content to kill me and slink back into the shadows.

NARRATOR: We need-

INCREDIBLE MAN: You.

Panel 2. The Narrator is incredulous.

NARRATOR: Me?

INCREDIBLE MAN: You.

NARRATOR: You're insane. I can't be our villain.

INCREDIBLE MAN: Why not?

NARRATOR: I'm not evil.

Panel 3. Incredible Man is exasperated with his friend.

INCREDIBLE MAN: There are only three things you need to be a supervillain...

Panel 4: Incredible Man throws open a closet full of supersuits and accessories.

INCREDIBLE MAN: A costume

Panel 5: An online ad on a hench-for-hire site.

INCREDIBLE MAN: Some hired henches

Panel 6: Incredible Man in a dramatic pose.

INCREDIBLE MAN: And showmanship!

<u>Page 11</u> Four panels.

Panel 1: Incredible Man and the Narrator square off. As with the fight with Dr. Lazarus, there an audience of civilians keeping a respectful distance. The Narrator is in his new costume as Death, the supervillain.

CAP. We followed largely the same script as last time.

Panel 2: Incredible Man and the Narrator fight.

CAP. Fight

Panel 3: Incredible Man and the Narrator have broken apart during their fight.

CAP. Dramatic dialog

INCREDIBLE MAN: You're reign of terror ends here!

NARRATOR: You fool! I have only just begun!

Panel 4: Incredible Man and the Narrator fighting.

CAP. Fight some more.

<u>Page 12</u> Four panels.

Panel 1: A large metal dome descends on Incredible Man.

Panel 2: Inside the dome Incredible Man operates power tools in front of microphones.

CAP. With a little acting from my friend...

INCREDIBLE MAN: Aaaaahhh!

Panel 3: Incredible Man squeezes a blood bag out onto the ground underneath the dome.

CAP. ... and a bit of blood...

Panel 4: The dome is lifted, revealing blood and some scraps of Incredible Man's costume.

CAP. ... we convinced the city their hero had been mulched in front of them.

<u>Page 13</u> One panel.

Panel 1: Incredible Man, in civilian clothes, whistles a happy tune as he walks down the street. Other heroes battle robots overhead.

CAP. Other heroes continued to deal with minor world-ending disasters and my friend got his life back.

<u>Page 14</u> Five panels.

Panel 1: Incredible Man and the Narrator are setting up an office.

CAP. Our small start-up became a thriving business.

CAP 2. My friend reached out to other heroes he knew wanted to retire...

Panel 2: Incredible Man is punched by another hero.

CAP (this caption stretches out across panels 2-4). ... and received an amusing assortment of reactions when they found out he was alive.

Panel 3: Incredible Man is hugged by another hero.

Panel 4: Incredible Man stands beside a hero who is sitting at a bar. There is a glass and a bottle of hard liquor sitting in on the bar in front of him.

HERO AT THE BAR: Who cares?

Panel 5: An elderly hero whispers into the ear of a younger hero.

CAP. McAllister's Retirement Agency became a closely guarded secret in the superhero community.

CAP 2. Whenever an old hero is ready to retire or a new one determines that life in the tights isn't for them, they come to us.

<u>Page 15</u> Three panels.

Panel 1: The Narrator sits inside a van, watching monitors. He is not wearing his helmet. The monitors show the WWII hero from page 1.

CAP. Today I am retiring a 90 year old superhero who wants to spend more time with his grandchildren.

Panel 2: A close up on the WWII hero's face.

CAP. On the van's monitors I can see the giddy excitement in his eyes though his lined face has the same grim determination it has had since WWII.

Panel 3: The Narrator steps out of the van, prepared to do fake battle. He is wearing his helmet.

CAP. A moment before the door slides open, I pull on my helmet.

CAP 2. I am become Death.

[chio-chan2artbox]

Step Forward - Part 3 They are going on a date!!! Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 Check out my tags for fun facts XD

Kofi

[ato-dato]

Cartoon character lookin ass

[kingoftieland]

“BUB” WASN’T EVEN IN THE SCRIPT for the first X-Men movie! 📃

[moonsofmachinery]

playing around with ocs :3 wanted to highlight BOMAK because i think its design is cool! It's based off of one of my pups in an artificer run. Second row is G^s (Gas/gis), Paddle, Fuckface and Rae

[okaystoptellingmetomakeanaccount]

HELL YEAH MYSTERIES OF PARIS GOT TRANSLATED TO DUTCH (its gonna take them several years to translate the entire series if they keep going at this pace and even longer before they go on sale but its a start)

[vivi-theakuneko]

I'm so excited hehe

[aliciasfantasyxox]

[novankenn]

Just Peter... MJ

Disclaimer: Peter Parker/Spider-Man, Mary Jane Watson/Jackpot, Felicia Hardy/Black Cat, and Paul Rabin are owned by Marvel Comics. This is a work of Fan-Fiction and the author has no ties to Marvel Comics.

(A/N: This is story is going to follow the same format as it's predecessor "Just Peter...". That is comic-book script. And YES this is a Direct Sequel.)

Sequel to "Just Peter..."

Her children are gone, faded away like the illusions they were, and her relationship with the man she was raising them with is in shambles. Mary Jane Watson... is woman drowning.

She is filled with doubts and suspicions. Second guessing every decision and choice she has made recently. Was she being fair to Paul Rabin... the man she spent four years with raising a family and surviving a nightmare hellhole with?

Did she actually love him, or was their relationship one born of connivence and circumstance?

And what about Peter... the man who tore his own world apart to save her? The man she had once given her heart to? Where her feelings true, or was she just desperately reaching out to something that was familiar?

She has No Answers... Nor does she know the right questions to ask to get them...

Page One == Page Two

Page Three == Page Four

Page Five == Page Six

Page Seven == Page Eight

==> A Check in... <==

Page Nine == Page Ten

Page Eleven == Page Twelve

Page Thirteen == Page Fourteen

Page Fifteen == Page Sixteen

==> ???? <==

Page Seventeen == Page Eighteen

Page Nineteen == Page Twenty

Page Twenty-One == Page Twenty-Two

Page Twenty-Three == Page Twenty-Four

==> ???? <==

[james-spooky]

this is a test

[watchnrant]

Quake: Shadows of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Series Overview:

In the aftermath of Avengers: Endgame, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) finds itself vulnerable. With S.H.I.E.L.D. disbanded and former allies scattered, the world is left exposed to new and emerging threats. These aren’t the grand battles against alien invaders or gods, but rather insidious, shadowy forces manipulating global events from behind the scenes. Quake: Shadows of S.H.I.E.L.D. follows Daisy Johnson, aka Quake, as she navigates this treacherous landscape, taking on a leadership role to revive S.H.I.E.L.D. — not as it was, but as it was meant to be. Along the way, she encounters Daredevil, a vigilante who operates in the shadows, bringing his own unique set of skills and moral dilemmas into the mix.

Issue #1: The Shadows of a Broken World

Synopsis:

The world is fragile, and Daisy Johnson is trying to stay hidden from it. Disillusioned by the fall of S.H.I.E.L.D. and the betrayals she’s faced, Daisy is attempting to lead a low-profile life. However, a mysterious message from her past pulls her back into the fray: “The world is more fragile than you think.”

Plot:

Daisy investigates and uncovers an unfinished S.H.I.E.L.D. operation codenamed “Project Phoenix.” This mission was designed to neutralize threats too dangerous for conventional methods — threats involving advanced technology, rogue superhumans, and remnants of Hydra and A.I.M. Daisy realizes the world needs S.H.I.E.L.D. once more, but in a form that’s mobile, flexible, and true to its core values. She decides to lead this new S.H.I.E.L.D. unit, ready to take on the dangers lurking in the shadows.

Character Development:

Daisy Johnson (Quake): Daisy is more hardened and cynical than in her earlier days. She’s experienced loss and betrayal, but beneath her tough exterior, she still wants to protect the innocent. The story explores her internal struggle between the desire to live a normal life and the responsibility she feels towards the world.

Phil Coulson (AI or Hologram): Coulson makes a return, but not in the flesh. Instead, he’s a highly advanced AI, programmed with Coulson’s memories and personality. This AI serves as Daisy’s guide and moral compass, pushing her to see that S.H.I.E.L.D. can be a force for good if done right.

Maria Hill: Maria Hill, who has been operating in the shadows since the fall of S.H.I.E.L.D., joins Daisy. She’s pragmatic, more willing to bend the rules, but her loyalty to the cause is unwavering. She believes Daisy is the leader the world needs.

New Characters: A young, tech-savvy hacker with ties to Wakanda and a former HYDRA operative seeking redemption join Daisy’s team. These new faces bring fresh perspectives and skills to the table, showing that the new S.H.I.E.L.D. is a mix of old values and new blood.

Cliffhanger:

Daisy, having accepted her new role, assembles a team aboard a stealth aircraft. They set out on their first mission, with Daisy declaring, “We’re bringing S.H.I.E.L.D. back—not the way it was, but the way it should have been.”

Issue #2: Into the Serpent’s Lair

Synopsis:

Daisy and her team uncover a plot that ties back to Hydra’s roots—an underground network of cells regaining power and manipulating global events from the shadows.

Plot:

Infiltrating a high-security compound in Eastern Europe, Daisy’s team discovers a bioweapon engineered to target superhumans, capable of turning their powers against them. During their mission, they encounter Daredevil, who has been tracking a mysterious syndicate in New York City involved in smuggling advanced weaponry into the U.S. His investigation has led him across the globe to the same Hydra operation Daisy is targeting.

Daredevil’s inclusion adds moral complexity to the mission. Known for his vigilantism, Daredevil operates outside the law, creating tension between him and Maria Hill, who, despite bending rules, still believes in a structured approach. The collaboration forces Daisy to navigate the differing philosophies of justice between Hill and Daredevil.

Character Development:

Daisy Johnson: As she leads her team deeper into the enemy’s lair, Daisy’s leadership is tested. She must learn to balance the safety of her team with the mission’s importance. Her past with Hydra resurfaces, bringing back painful memories that threaten to cloud her judgment.

Daredevil (Matt Murdock): Matt is thrust into a world much larger than his usual battles in Hell’s Kitchen. He is forced to confront his own limits and the implications of the Hydra threat on a global scale. Working with S.H.I.E.L.D. puts him in unfamiliar territory, but it also presents an opportunity to make a difference beyond New York.

Maria Hill: The tension between Hill and Daredevil adds depth to the narrative, highlighting the differing philosophies between those who operate within a system and those who work outside it. Hill’s pragmatism clashes with Daredevil’s vigilante justice, but ultimately, they both recognize the value in each other’s methods.

Cliffhanger:

Daredevil uncovers a Hydra plan to deploy the bioweapon in New York City, specifically targeting areas where superhumans are known to operate. As he prepares to leave for New York to stop the threat, Daisy convinces him to stay and help them finish the job in Europe first, setting the stage for a high-stakes collaboration.

Issue #3: The Arrival of Serpentor

Synopsis:

A new villain emerges from the shadows: Serpentor, a figure with deep connections to Hydra’s ancient history. He is not just a physical threat, but a master manipulator with a dark agenda that could plunge the world into chaos.

Plot:

Serpentor, having gained control of Hydra’s remnants, is seeking to resurrect an ancient weapon with the power to subjugate entire nations. Daisy and her team, now including Daredevil, must navigate a labyrinth of deception and ancient secrets to stop him. Along the way, they face ancient defenses and Serpentor’s loyal followers, who are willing to die to see his vision realized.

Daredevil’s unique abilities — his heightened senses and combat skills — prove invaluable as they navigate the ancient defenses protecting the Hydra temple. The partnership between Daisy and Daredevil deepens, with each learning to appreciate the other’s perspective and methods.

Character Development:

Daisy Johnson: Daisy struggles with the knowledge that this new enemy is unlike any she’s faced before — one who blends modern science with ancient mysticism. She must adapt quickly, learning to trust her instincts and lead her team through increasingly perilous situations.

Daredevil: Working alongside S.H.I.E.L.D., Matt struggles with his role in this larger conflict. He is used to being the lone protector of Hell’s Kitchen, but now he must learn to rely on a team, balancing his own methods with the need for coordinated efforts.

Serpentor: Serpentor is revealed to be more than just a physical threat. He’s a master manipulator, sowing discord within Daisy’s team by playing on their fears and doubts. His presence forces Daisy to confront her own insecurities about leadership and her ability to protect those she cares about.

Cliffhanger:

Daisy and Daredevil discover a hidden Hydra temple where Serpentor is preparing the final ritual to activate the ancient weapon. To stop him, Daisy realizes she may have to sacrifice something — or someone — dear to her.

Issue #4: The Heart of Hydra

Synopsis:

In the final showdown, Daisy and her team must infiltrate the heart of Hydra’s operation to destroy the ancient weapon before Serpentor can unleash its power on the world.

Plot:

As they face their toughest challenge yet, Daisy and her team discover that Hydra has infiltrated several global governments, ensuring that their fight won’t end here. The stakes are higher than ever as Daisy makes difficult decisions that challenge her leadership and the unity of her team. Daredevil plays a crucial role in disabling the ancient weapon’s defenses, using his unique abilities to detect traps and ambushes that the others might miss.

Character Development:

Daisy Johnson: Daisy fully embraces her role as a leader, making difficult decisions that put her at odds with her team. Her journey comes full circle as she finally reconciles with her past and takes a definitive stand against Hydra.

Daredevil: Matt comes to terms with the fact that his fight against crime has expanded beyond the streets of New York. He realizes that his skills are just as valuable on a global stage, and he contemplates how he can balance his life as a vigilante with the broader responsibilities that come with working alongside S.H.I.E.L.D.

Maria Hill: Hill’s loyalty to Daisy is solidified as she realizes that Daisy’s idealism is exactly what S.H.I.E.L.D. needs. She becomes Daisy’s right hand, ensuring that the new S.H.I.E.L.D. stays true to its mission.

Cliffhanger:

The ancient weapon and Hydra facility are destroyed, but Serpentor escapes, leaving behind a chilling message scrawled on the wall of the temple: “This is just the beginning. The true Hydra never dies, and neither will the darkness you’ve unleashed.” The final panel shows Daisy and Daredevil standing amidst the ruins, the weight of the warning heavy on their minds, knowing that their battle is far from over.

[reinhardtpoetry]

Any Recommendations for Instructional Books about Comic Writing?

I've read books about making comics by Alan Moore, Scott McCloud, and Stan Lee.

I still want to know more about scriptwriting. For example, how do I write arcs and develop characters while avoiding new-writer mistakes?

Does anybody have any book recommendations? Thank you in advance!

[balu8]

Superman for All Seasons #2: Summer

by Jeph Loeb: Tim Sale; Bjarne Hansen and Richard Starkings

DC