005 - Fifth Flight [Action]

[trainsurdragons]

[It took a bit of time, but after the physical and mental stress the Field put on Hiccup and his aquatic partner, things for them finally seem to be leveling out somewhat. The job the viking managed to get at the Ice Cream Shoppe has been...well as smooth as a job like that can go. (especially when he's spending part of his time keeping an eye on Arcee and the customers) Ever since Gomamon's last video, the two haven't really talked about their experiences as they went to rescue Taichi, but a difference can be clearly seen between them. Their bond definitely isn't a typical one, but it's strengthening.

Hiccup at least has recovered almost fully from the incident, save for a still healing burn that's still quite visible along the side of his face. It doesn't appear to be causing him much discomfort anymore. One thing is for certain: Hiccup has found himself restless in this city. Compared to Berk, the place is so unfamiliar that even the time he's spent here hasn't completely gotten him used to the advances in technology and the like. Either way, something feels....missing.

With a low grunt, Hiccup rolls his shoulders and tugs on the handle of what appears to be a wooden wagon, fairly crude in its make but artistically crafted, something he must have built himself sometime. The wheels squeak audibly as he pulls it along the sidewalk, and upon further inspection it can be seen that the wagon is lined with a rubber tarp of some sort. There's a soft splashing coming from the inside of the tarp...]



Ahahaa! Now this is what I call a chariot! Ya shoulda' built me this weeks ago Hic, this is great! The ONLY way to travel.

[Gomamon snickers, rolling over onto his back before dunking his head beneath surface of the water-filled wagon, obviously enjoying himself as he rolls around and around in the cool little pool the area forms. Hiccup just rolls his eyes a little, careful to walk slow so all of the water doesn't slosh out of the wagon.]

Well I'm glad you like it, but don't get used to it alright? It's just kindof hot today, and I wanted an excuse to finally build something.

[The seal Digimon pops back up and shakes his head, neatly spraying Hiccup with water before plopping his fins on the edge of the wagon.]

Aww, but ain't this nicer than me just ridin' on your head all the time?...
....Oh speakin' of which! Are ya ever gonna give me a nickname kid? I mean geeze everyone else is doin' it.

Gomamon that has nothing to do with what you were just talking about. ...And maybe? I'm getting used to just calling you Gomamon-

No no, that's lame! Ya gotta think'a somethin' better than that! Somethin' cool. Ya aren't really just gonna call me Gomamon forever, right?

....Weeeell-

Aw come OOON, Hiccup!!

Comments

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[robotfightclub]

How about "Spoiled Brat"?

[It's fun to overhear people sometimes. Not that it's hard to overhear Gomamon, he has that kind of voice that...demands attention.

The kind of attention that brings Arcee and Tapirmon over. By the looks of things, the two of them were doing some training, judging by that "Just got done working out" look. Or, you know, the hot weather is getting to them. It's one of those things, although I'd pick the one that sounds more productive.

Despite the attitude, though, she does look happy to catch up with the two. I don't know, it might be because he was the first 'friend' she made here, plus the added time at the ice cream shoppe, but she'd be lying if she said she wasn't attached.

Tapirmon's eyes sparkle at Hiccup's creation.]

I like your portable bathtub!

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[Of course the second Hiccup turns to thank Tapirmon, Gomamon interrupts, lightly slapping the surface of the water with a fin for emphasis.]

Scuse me, but this is no bathtub. This is a portable POOL, thank you. For aquatic digimon only, might I add.

[Also, "Spoiled Brat"? He heard that Arcee, and is squinting at you something awful.

For the moment Hiccup drops the wagon's handle, letting the wheels rest in one of the cracks in the sidewalk so it doesn't go rolling away so he can walk over to Tapirmon and Arcee, running a hand over Gomamon's head as he passes.]

It could be a bathtub, if you really wanted. It just might not be a very comfortable one.

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[robotfightclub]

[She gives a casual shrug in response to Gomamon's look, although it's the kind of casual that shows that she's only teasing. That is, if you know how to speak Arcee.]

I call it like I see it.

[Tapirmon doesn't seem to respond as friendly, his eyes narrowing at Gomamon. Not that his expression lasts long, however, as it immediately changes to his usual, happier, bright eyed on. He looks at Hiccup and grins.]

Can I pull it?! It's hot, you shouldn't be pulling anyway!

[He bats his eyes.]

[bigsoftie]

[Leatherhead and Impmon don't really spend time together per se. Rather, Impmon and Leatherhead spend time in the same general vicinity. Impmon doesn't wanna deal with the ticking time bomb that is the big guy and Leatherhead doesn't wish to unintentionally inflict harm on the digimon. So the two never really bothered with the other, which gave Impmon some time to sneak off now and then like right now.

Ah, yes, this looks like a great opportunity to bother someone. A mobile pool? Count him in! He was in some need of relaxation, who cares if it was at someone else's expense? The digimon sneaks behind the wagon before he grabs the edge, hopping into the wagon.]

Thanks for warming it up, buddy! Always wanted my own personal pool!

[trainsurdragons]

[The second Impmon jumps into the wagon water splashes out over all of the sides onto the sidewalk. It's not a terribly large amount, but Gomamon wails like he's been kicked in the face, jumping back with his fur standing on end out of anger and surprise.]

Hey hey HEY! No no, what's the big idea here!? This is MY pool, get'cher own buddy!!

[Before Hiccup can turn around good Gomamon's just causing a scene, trying to shoo Impmon out of the wagon, pushing at him with his fins.]

Move iiit, you're splashin' all the water out!!

[bigsoftie]

[Geeze, relax you big baby. Impmon throws his arms behind his back, shoving back with his own feet. You're gonna ruin his fun, dork.]

You know, if you didn't shove so much, there wouldn't be so much splashin!

[Meanwhile Leatherhead overhears some of what Impmon is doing. The tall teen strides over in his typical slouched posture.]

Impmon...?

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[headup_stickontheice]

[Who's out today? Cam is. Out and about, since it's good for him, or something. He's not in a bad mood today, but it took some doing to get out of bed, and those are the days that seem to sour his mood.

So what better than to get out, so Lucette had said. She's mostly leading him, looking for something to do. It's then that she picks up one of her buzzwords, and that's nickname. She's so fascinated by them, so every time she hears it...]

A nickname? You're thinking of a nickname? What are you thinking of?

[At the same time, Cam turns his head, he does recognize that voice...] Lucette, don't just interrupt-- oh no.

Campbell? What is it?

[It's Gomamon. :|]

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[trainsurdragons]

[Gomamon shakes his head free of water a second time before popping his head back up over the edge of the wagon at the new voice, raising a brow.]

Well uh...

[He doesn't really finish his sentence though once he spots Lucette and Cam, and his strange pause causes Hiccup to stop walking and turn around. Oh Dear Odin.

Quickly, Hiccup drops the wagon handle and darts past the wagon in front of Gomamon, shooting the pair a weak grin. Maybe he can get a few words in before Gomamon ruins everything.]

H-hey...

[..Well that's...awkward. He trails off a bit, unsure of what to really...say, so he just hopes Cam's exuberant partner will pick up the conversation somehow.]

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[headup_stickontheice]

[Luckily, unlike Cam, Lucette doesn't recognize Gomamon. She hadn't heard his comment, so she just looks confused.] Hello. I don't believe we've met, I'm Lucette, and this is Campbell. We're out for a walk and I couldn't help but hear, what about nicknames? I like them a lot, a whole lot, I could help! I could! Oh, Campbell, why're you looking like that, is something wrong? ...More wrong? [She adds the last bit in an undertone, but it probably still carries.

Jeez, Cam just looks at Hiccup, and Gomamon. He doesn't really have anything against the Chosen. And it's not like he's especially angry at Gomamon, just...

Short, simple:] We've met.

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[whatisthislife]

[BlackWargreymon had been absent from the city for a time, so he isn't quite certain what he should be expecting upon his return. However, he certainly could not say he expected to see Hiccup pushing his partner around in a wagon full of water.

He can't help but stare down at the pair as they pass him.]

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[trainsurdragons]

[The two spot BlackWargreymon almost immediately, though their reactions are both very different. Hiccup slows somewhat and waves up at him, whereas Gomamon sinks down into the water up to his nose, as if that would keep him from being noticed.]

Oh hey, BlackWargreymon! I haven't seen you in a while.

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[whatisthislife]

[BlackWargreymon tilts his head, allowing some of his confusion to show plainly.]

I have been absent, yes. It is good to see you, Hiccup.

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[wall_flower]

Marley! Come on! You can do it! Run, run, run!

[Marley chuckles as she chases after Hawkmon. She's been out picking up a few things and her partner has taken it upon himself to take off with the bags. Looks like a game of chase.]

Hawkmon! Bring it back!

[She's so focused on chasing after Hawkmon that she doesn't even notice Hiccup and Gomamon at first.]

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[trainsurdragons]

[Hiccup looks up when he hears approaching footsteps, but it's Gomamon who spots the pair first. With a grin he pops up and props himself up on the edge of the wagon with his fins, waving to Marley and Hawkmon.]

Heeey, Marley! ...and uh- ..Hawkmon!

[Hiccup raises a brow, lowering the wagon handle. Since when did HE get so friendly with those two...]

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[wall_flower]

[Marley stops, hearing her name, and when she turns to see Gomamon and Hiccup, she's all smiles.]

Hey there, you two!

[She jogs over, Hawkmon flying close behind and still carrying Marley's bag.]

Hi, how are you? Hiccup, you're looking so much better! That ointment helped a lot, I bet. And this wagon looks refreshing, Gomamon! Enjoying it?

[Excited rambling aside, Marley reaches out to pet Gomamon on the head as Hawkmon settles on her shoulders.]

[strengthinkindness]

Hiccup...!

[The voice comes from above, as Fluttershy is flying overhead, carrying a sleeping Choco in her arms. Her hair and clothes seemed a bit disheveled, but despite that she seemed in a good mood.]

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[The viking gasps with surprise at the voice coming from above him, and lets a chuckle pass his lips before he looks up, shielding his eyes with a free hand.]

Woah! Fluttershy, you're flying!

[strengthinkindness]

[Her wings stretch out as she swoops down, gently landing in front of him.]

Mmhmm...! I've been practicing...and I'm starting to get the hang of it...

But how are you? Have you been doing all right?

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[brain_behind_purple]

[Kamemon hated today. Really hated today. Currently, he was running down the sidewalk, a piece of a broken bo staff in his hands.

And that's when he ran straight into Hiccup from behind and falls onto his shell. He sits up.]

Weird kid? That you?! [Stands] Weird kid, you gotta hide me! I don't wanna die!!!

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[trainsurdragons]

Wh-?

[Hiccup slows to a stop when he feels something suddenly run into his leg, nearly tripping him up. Oh, was he just called "Weird kid?" Only one Digimon THAT could be.]

Kamemon? ...What's going on, are you alrigh-

[Theeen he notices the piece of the staff.]

Oooohhohoho you are IN for it!

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[brain_behind_purple]

Okay, I may have been messing with Donnie's stick and... broke it. He's looking for me, and he looked mad! Hiccup, you gotta hide me! Please? Pretty please?!?!

[Cue puppy-dog eyed look ad Kamemon hugged Hiccup's legs in a desperate attempt to convince him to save him.]

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[watchesoverthem]

[Aqua and Otamamon had been out shopping for groceries when they both noticed the wagon. Well, not like it was that hard to miss after all. While Otamamon remained starry-eyed at the tub, Aqua was busy overhearing the two.]

Are you sure you want to your partner rush something like that? A name is supposed to be special after all.

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[trainsurdragons]

[Both Hiccup and Gomamon look up at the voice, Gomamon not quite noticing Otamamon eyeing the wagon just yet.]

Well everyone ELSE is gettin' cool nicknames n' junk, and I'm like...one of the only Digimon left out! It shouldn't be that hard t'come up with somethin'...

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[superfan]

[ Conrad can't help but overhear the conversation between Hiccup and his Digimon pal. Veemon's ears also prick up and he rushes over before Conrad can grab a hold of him.

How did he get stuck with such an energetic and charismatic partner? ]

Woooaaaahhh! That's pretty neat! How come you never build me anything, Conrad? Huh? I know you can!

[ Conrad dismisses his partner with a roll of his eyes before addressing Hiccup himself. ]

You built that? Not bad.

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[trainsurdragons]

[Hiccup looks over at Veemon when he runs up to the wagon, but turns his attention to Conrad instead when he addresses him with a curt nod.]

Took me a bit to find the supplies I needed, but yeah. I figured since I wasn't able to go help out in rebuilding, I'd find some other excuse to make something. And Gomamon here wouldn't quiet down about wanting some sort of... pool, so this is the best I could think of on short notice.

[Gomamon pops up from the water with a low brrr and a shake of his head, lightly spraying Veemon with water when he does.]

And it's the best thing EVER! Who ever woulda' thought a pool on wheels would be this much fun?