[The Terminal's position is a little awkward, centering on Leatherhead's face. Huh, it's like he wants to keep something hidden or something. But that couldn't be it.

But from the lighting it's obvious he's in his apartment.

And telling from his face, the tired and puffy look, it's fairly obvious that's he's been through a lot lately.]

why you gotta shove that thing in your face like that?!

[IGNORING DUKE. Yeah, it's that serious.]

I wish to discuss a problem...it is Donatello. He is a human with brown hair, tall, and has a missing tooth.

When I talked with him, he...he has changed. Something has happened to him...I am not sure if it is only me who has seen this. That is why I ask if anyone has seen this change.

[The video opens up up to the Ice Cream Shoppe in all its ice cream glory. The people who started said video? A Bullmon and Sheepmon who look extra excited for some reason. There’s even a cute little jingle playing somehow, as if this were some kind of commercial--

Oh.

...Oh.]

Hey there boys and girls! Enjoying this super unnecessary heatwave? Haven’t had your faces melted off yet? Wanna stick something in that unmelted face of yours? Well guess what’s great on a hot not-actually-summer day? Say it with me now: Ice cream!

To celebrate my new favorite holiday, Blistering Heat Day, we’re having an extra special special at the Ice Cream Shoppe! Check out such amazing flavors like

Blue and Pink Arcee Deliciousness. None of the grump, all of the sweetness.

Wheeljack Cookie Explosion! Just as exciting, half as dangerous.

Minty, Chippy, Bulkhead Bananza. Guaranteed not to enlarge your chin.

Optimus Primesicle. ...It's a popsicle to show your true red and blue spirit!

Aaaaaaand… Ultra Magnus. He... he can be, um… vanilla. Bam. I guess.

[The pictures of ice cream flash on screen whenever the two Digimon say their incredibly original names. They really put a lot of effort into this little spiel. Never mind that those are just normal ice cream flavors.]

So come on down to the Ice Cream Shoppe, people! This stuff's only while supplies last, and before we get in trouble. Definitely before we get in trouble.

Too busy to come down? Well that just means you're a silly!

Seriously. Do it anyway.

As an added bonus for surviving the trip over here, me and my darling Sheepmon will even come up with a flavor just for you! Who WOULDN'T want a delicious dairy treat named after them? Fearless.

[[ooc: Replies will come from either Sprocket (blue text) or You (pink text), plus the added possibility of either one of their partners.]]

[Oh, right. Now that the sun is back on, Arcee has some serious business to get down to. Namely in the form of a warning.

She opens the feed, looking especially thrilled. The black out did a lot of things, but it also introduced someone she thought she'd never have to deal with again.]

I'm only gonna say this once. Don't talk to Airachnid.

[That's it, that's what she leaves it at. Just...don't. Don't do it. Why would you even want to do it. And whatever you do, don't fight her.

She's hers.]

Gooood morning!~

[It sure is bright and early, and Mabel's feeling pretty chipper, all things considered. The blackout lasted a lot longer than she expected, but thanks to sticking with Leatherhead and the others she was able to make it through the ordeal without any problem at all, really. If the angle of the video seems weird it's because it is- since she's holding the Terminal right side up while she's upside down, talking into it.]

Now that the lights are back on, why don't we do something fun? All of you guys seem so busy being fuddy duddies and worried about when the next Digimon's gonna attack, or when this or that's gonna happen....

[With a snicker she rights herself before continuing.]

So ya'know what you guys need?

A SLEEPOVER!!

[THAT'S RIGHT. Or did she mean makeover. Well, the two went hand in hand as far as Mabel was concerned.]

This weekend Aoshima and I are gonna go aall over town and have sleepovers at people's apartments. It's a sleepover if I know you already, and sort of a "Welcome to town, Mabel!" party if I don't! And you guys can always come over to our apartment too, if you want. And remember....if you fall asleep, you're fair game!

[She of course isn't going to be sleeping for a while come the weekend, that much she's sure of.]

[A video suddenly blips into life on the feed, and for a moment or two the only thing that can be seen is a weird, blurry grey mass. A muffled scratching can be heard over the microphone, like something being brushed across it before an even more muffled voice can be heard.]

You're holding it too close!

[The screen moves up sharply and gives everyone a nice, dizzying view of the sky (upside down, by the way) before righting itself, revealing a little girl sitting on a bench with a Digimon in her lap. He huffs and looks up at her, dropping his front legs over the one arm she has wrapped around him.]

I can hold it, I got it this time!

[The girl just shakes her head a little and adjusts her grip on the D-Terminal in her hand before flashing the screen a bright, braces filled grin. She seems to be wearing a bright pink sweater and looks perfectly comfortable in said sweater no matter what the temperature might currently be, with a pink headband, purple skirt, and black shoes to match.]

Dipper! Dipper are you out there? LOOK at what I've got!

[She squeezes Tapirmon a little, who lets out a faint squeak at her added affection. He was hoping his partner would be nice, but he NEVER expected she'd be this enthusiastic about the whole situation. Then again, was she really listening to what he said...?
In a world filled with talking animals, it's a wonder Mabel doesn't think this isn't just all a dream.]

He says his name's Tapirmon, but I was thinking I could give him a nickname, like...Aoshima~ Doesn't that sound adorable?

[Mabel looks down at Tapirmon who flicks his ears in response with a giggle.]

I 'unno, sounds pretty cool to me! Does that mean I get to give you a nickname too, Mabel?

[She ponders that for a moment, swinging her legs over the edge of the bench.]

We'll see! I gotta think of something first. I don't think ANYTHING'S gonna beat out Aoshima though.

 [The feed opens on a very distraught looking young man, running a hand through his awful, wrong hair. His new partner, a Kamemon, can be seen sitting behind him, arms crossed over its chest. They're already off to a bad start.]

So... mm, ok, I read the thing-

You skimmed it. [The two stare at each other between an awkward silence.]

-I read the thing, and I couldn't find anything about how to get back! I really, really, need to get back home, ok? 

[His Kamemon sighs and pushes his way into frame.] I've been trying to explain it to him! You're supposed to be here Milo, you were Chosen-

But I don't wanna be! I don't wanna be here, and I sure don't wanna be THIS again! And you seem really cool n' all, but I've already got a partner! Two of 'em! There's gotta be something I can do...

Milo, there isn't..

[He whimpers and tugs at his hair again.]

[Okay, he is really feeling weirded out right now and he wishes he could explain all this away, but for now it looked like he had to play along with what was going on. And what was going on was really super weird.

Right, do a call out for his brothers, find out if he is alone in this, maybe find out who is behind it? Did the Kraang find a way to stick him in a video game?]

Um... Hello? Leo, Raph, Donnie? Anyone around? It's Mikey.

Something really weird is going on. If this is a joke it isn't funny.

It's not a joke, didn't you pay any attention at all. You are a Chosen Child, you are my partner and here to help save both the digital world and the real world. Really, I thought my Chosen Child was a bit brighter than this.

Hey! I listened! I just... didn't think it was real. I still don't think it's real.

I heard that.

So? What do I care if you hear me... you... you...

What is your name?

I am Salamon, but since I'm not the only Salamon if you want you can give me a name to go by.

I get to name you?

Yes...?

I have to think on this, it needs to be a good name.

[And on the communicator was the crying child from a little while ago, except now that he seems a lot more cheerful.]

Hey everyone! My name is Mike Wazowski; future scarer. You probably know me as that crying monster from a little while ago. Well don't get used to it; I don't cry easily. I'm sure a lot of other monster would be twice as upset as I was if they turned into a human child!

So are ya just gonna introduce me or talk to yourself?

[Mike shoots a quick glare before returning to the camera]

And this is my new friend Biff! I think he's supposed to be my bodyguard or something, which is super cool. And I'm already coaching him on good scare tactics so watch out everyone!

[Suddenly on the screen appears a rather confused Goblimon. He looks off screen for a moment as if expecting something to happen, then turns back to the screen.]

Does anyone know how to get this kid to stop freaking out? He won't even let me near him 'cause he thinks his touch his poison. It's getting kinda awkward and I'd like to get him to stop crying before he has to leave.

[And off screen there is quite obviously the sounds of a child sobbing, occasionally you can hear things like "WhatdoIdo?" and "Someone help!" It might be a good idea for someone to try to help them.]

[OOC: This takes place before the event, by the way!]