Thomas
"All good here... But are *You* Alright? That's a lot of darkness to take in."
Julie
Gursht's tension disappeared completely and he stood well and strong again... As for the harness, it still held together, but overall the energy that flowed was able to relax. The harness turned into reins for Zero to handle properly.

Of course as he grabbed it, the hive queen could sense some of Zero's feelings, and if Zero would allow himself - it was possible to weed out some strange memories lurking amongst his dark thoughts.

*The image of an armored man upon the back of a massive theropod; a tyrannosaur he might recognize it as. The pair were wandering down a stone-paved path, leading out of a city made of sparkling stones, and heading into the temperate wilderness beyond.*

But the thought was brief, and Gursht would soon respond to Zero's question.

"Gursht feels better... But Kami is right: Is Zero-Friend okay?"
Eric
*A strange image. Is that from Gursht's imagination...? Either way, it's fucking badass. He'd watch the hell out of that show.*

"I'm... I'll be fine." *Deep breaths. The flame casts an eerie blue light on Zero's face.* "Better me than you three." *Technically, he's not doing anything for Suzuka, but it's the thought that counts.*

"Let's get going. We've got engineers to meet." *Untrained on riding a horse, Zero waits for Gursht to begin moving forward.*
Mark
Upon entering the factory proper, the group is met with a large round room. It looks to be some kind of reception area, had anyone been in a factory before. It's eerily empty- perhaps the factory workers have gone home for the day.

Surrounding the group would be a multitude of closed metal warehouse doors, blocking off the paths they would otherwise lead through. However, three remain open. One on the left, one on the right, and one straight ahead.

A foreboding feeling could be felt from the one directly ahead, while the other two seem comparatively fine.
Julie
Gursht padded further into the room, but stopped somewhere between all three doors. With Zero redirecting the darkness, he couldn't actually tell the difference between the doors.

"Gursht isn't sure where he should go. What does Zero think?"

Gursht would ask, before sniffing the air for any helpful indicator, but the building smelt really sterile... Could he parse anything between the stench of cleaning chemicals?
Eric
"Middle path is a disaster waiting to happen." *He peers at it suspiciously.* "We should avoid it if possible."
Mark
For gursht, the scent of another living creature could be smelt from the direction of the right door. It's faint, but there.
Julie
...!

"Gursht smells someone - down there!" The dinosaur would say, waving his head once towards the right door.
Eric
"Lead the way, but be careful. This place is fucked up."
Julie
Alright... Lead the way.

Gursht wasn't sure if he wanted to find out what the scent belonged to, but it stood out in this place. Friend or foe? If they were seen by the wrong critter it could be bad, but if they found just who they needed to it would work out in their favor.

If they really needed to, they could run for the empty door.

So Gursht(deciding to gamble a bit) would head into the Right door.
Mark
Walking into the right door would lead into a long hallway, full of various smaller wooden doors. "Smaller" Being slightly smaller than the previous one. Gursht could easily fit through them, with a bit of a squeeze.

Nontheless, to zero, it would seem like an assortment of various office rooms based on scratched out identification beside the doors. Alongside this, the area seems to be in dissaray with plenty of knocked over objects and various spilled things. The walls seem scorched, too. It looks abandoned with how bad the mess is.

To gursht, the smell would only grow in intensity. Having closed some distance, he would now smell not one- not two- but *Three* Living individuals. One seems significantly larger than the others, based on the variations between scent and how much of it there is. The scent seems to be coming from the third door on the right.
Eric
*Silent anger fills Zero.*

*This world is in shambles. Civilization crumbled when the darkness took it. All because of one colossally proportioned idiot.*

*The identification beside each door has been scratched out. Mass-replacing identification would make sense in the event of a change in management, but scratching it out? That's just childish vandalism.*

*The knocked-over objects and spills hint at a scuffle of some sort. Disorganized evacuation and/or stampeding? That wouldn't explain the burnt walls. There was a fight.*

"Still smell someone?" *Zero's voice is bitter. He hopes Gursht is smelling someone, rather than someone's remains.*
Julie
He snorted, "Gursht still smells them... Smells more. They're this way."

His good eye trailed across the scorches that marred the walls. He didn't think much of the scratched up doors or strewn-about items, but the signs of fire were hard to miss.

Gursht was very careful as he approached, his footfalls softening as he tread with more controlled steps.
Eric
"Civilians seeking shelter," *Zero speaks quietly.* "They have a child." *His scowl is pained. They're still within the world order, but... They have a __child__. Can they really leave them?*

*...If anyone has directions, it'll be them. Helping them is necessary. Clearly.*

"Relax," *Zero calls out.* "We're here to help. This place is too dangerous, especially for a kid."
Julie
The child's giggle made Gursht's gummiphone flicker to life - but only for a moment.

Gursht softly huffed in response to Zero's call "Careful to not be so loud, Friend. There was a fight; predators could still be hiding."
Eric
*Ahh, shit. He's right. He hadn't remotely thought of that...*

"Sorry," *He speaks quietly.*
Julie
"...There's signs of fire outside, it looks like a fight happened - It looks dangerous in this building. Gursht and Zero mean no harm."

He paused.

"...Gursht and Friends also need help finding something." Gursht would say, trying to keep his face as close to the door as possible as to not have to speak so loudly.
Eric
*Zero remains silent, content to let Gursht and the others do the talking.*
Mark
The deeper voice speaks up once more.

"Gursht and Zero, huh? I dont know those names, so you must not work here."

It takes a few more seconds of hushed talking, before a click near the doorknob is heard. They unlocked it for the group to enter.

"Okay, you can come in. It's not safe outside to talk."
Eric
*Zero ducks somewhat, ready for Gursht to enter. He looks back, making sure Kami and Suzuka were okay behind them.*
Thomas
*Kaminari and Suzuka were keeping pace with the two, just staying weary behind them with the strange voices.*
Debra
*Suzuka whispered to the others.*

"Be careful... Some of the citizens of this world I saw looked... Dangerous."
Eric
*At this, annoyance swells in Zero. The fireball flashes green for a moment.*

*Jiminy's cutesy little biased encyclopedia described the citizens as "Monsters". Yeah, no shit they look dangerous. But he's not gonna judge them right off the bat, especially not from their looks alone.*

*Then again... Why not judge a little? After all, it's just as likely they'll judge him when they learn what he is. His existence is inherently dangerous; screw the fact that he's protecting his friends from the darkness. In fact...-*

*Stop.*

*That's not __his__ internal monologue.*

*He takes a deep breath in, then out. The flame glows a brilliant blue.*
Julie
Of course, Zero's passing thoughts didn't go unnoticed - while Gursht probably didn't catch them, someone else was listening. Though, without concentrating, only the general feelings could be gleaned by the bug queen.

But it was a two-way street. Similarly, Gursht's passing vibes could be felt. He's fought carnotaurs and helped combat Pira, he's seen the biggest and scariest *Normal animals* That ever roamed mankinds imagination, and some more frightening supernatural things.

He was certain he could probably handle most threats that came their way, especially with Zero's help.

In any case, he'd make his way in once he was invited... And as a consequence of his impressive crest, it was easy for Zero to hide behind it for a decent moment.
Mark
As the group enters the room, they would be greeted by a messy office space. A large desk is turned over, used as some kind of extra security against the door.

Those inside the room are a sight for sore eyes.
Lorene
Turned away from the door and facing the opposite direction would be a large furry monster, his posture crouched a bit as if he's looking at something lower than him.
Walter
Facing the group, however, would be a small green monster with a massive eye. He can't quite see Zero due to the towering figure of gursht and close positioning, and has yet to see Suzuka and Kaminari.

"Woah-hoh-ho! You're a big fella!" He seems suprised at the sight of gursht. "But where's your friend? Wasnt another person with you?"
Mark
The residents suzuka had seen before had looked far more horrifiying, corrupted by the darkness in the world. These two, while potentially unsettling, dont look nearly as bad. Giggling could be heard once more from behind (or rather in front) of the furry monster. Its enough to give gurshts phone another flicker of life.
Eric
*Zero stops crouching down, poking his non-monstrous head above Gursht. Damn. "Monsters" Is kind of fitting, but... It's not perfect. Little Green's a little uncanny, but he looks super friendly. And the big blue fuzzball hiding the kid is about as unintimidating as they get.*

"Hi. I'm Zero. We're actually a group of four." *As Gursht finishes walking through the door, he gestures Kami and Suzuka through.*
Julie
Gursht would turn enough to let the trio see Zero properly. "Sorry, Gursht is kinda of big..."
Thomas
*The two would enter behind the two.*

*Kaminari bowed his head.*

"I'm Kaminari, and this is Suzuka."
Debra
*Suzuka nodded and shifted to the side.*

"It's a pleasure to meet you..."
Walter
The large pupil of the cyclops drifts around the room, his nervous look becoming a smile after gursht speaks properly, and zeros voice is heard.

"Well its nice to meet ya! Gursht, Zero, Kam..."

Then his expression drops, suddenly looking terrified as he repeatedly jabs the blue monster with a finger. He just came to a realization.

"Sulley! Some of them are hu-hu-hu-hu-hum-hu-!"
Lorene
"Hm?"

The larger monster turns around to look at the group, gently holding a small child in both hands. A *Human* Child.

"Oh! They're humans. They're not toxic to us, remember?" He seems more focused on the smaller monster than the others.
Walter
"T-thats not the point, Sulley! They're humans!! Humans can't be here!! We already have to worry about the K-I-D!!!"
Lorene
His calm expression stays the same as he nods, before turning his head to look at the group.

"That's true. How did you all get into the factory? And through a door, too with how guarded they've been?"
Rose
The small child then points to gursht upon catching sight of him.

"Serop!!"

She giggles afterward, the lights in the room flickering as she does.
Eric
*Ahh. Fuck. He's breaking World Order again, isn't he.*

"Well, uhhhh..." *A wizard did it.* "A wizard did it!" *Zero blinks twice, cursing himself silently for saying something so stupid. He looks back at Kami and Suzuka for help.*
Thomas
*Beneath the black hood, Kaminari's eye twitched. It had been so long since he'd visited a world like this something like "World order" Was the last thing to cross his mind. Besides... Master Mod's magic had always... Right.*

*Anyways that's besides the point... A wizard did WHAT ZERO?! THIS DOESNT HELP!*


"Ahem... I keep telling you Zero, just because a magic door opens up to a creepy factory doesn't make it a wizard's doing!"

*Kaminari points a finger up at Zero, playing up the sass.*
Debra
"Apologies if we're intruding... As for the guards, we had this big guy to protect us."

*Suzuka smiled and pat Gursht's shoulder.*
Julie
"...To dust with World Order! Everything's already mucked - there's no more time for games! People are getting hurt; World Order doesn't matter to the enemy."

He didn't raise his voice, but his tone certainly sounded more grounded than usual.
Eric
"You don't know it *Wasn't* A wizard!" *He sasses back to Kami, playing up the cloud cukoolander. He can tone it down gradually, hopefully make up for the bad first impression later-*

*Ah. Gursht's dropping all pretenses. He sighs, frustrated.*

"Fine. Look, we have a battery that's not holding a charge. We were advised to come here and look into Scream Energy as an alternative."

*Zero hopes this doesn't turn into yet another mess for him to clean up later.*
Thomas
*Nobody can see it because of the hood, but Kaminari is in absolute disbelief, jaw dropped practically to the floor.*

*Gursht had a point though. The Organization, Maleficent and even Kiki all couldn't have cared less about world order...*
Lorene
Sulley raises an eyebrow at the discussion being had by the visitors, his eyes drifting to look down at Mike for any form of response.
Walter
Mike looks back to Sulley, shrugging.
Lorene
He continues on with the conversation. 

"Well, it's not safe here. Especially for humans." Though a moment later, the statement regarding the battery registers. "A battery, huh?" He nods to himself, seemingly knowledgeable on them. "We can help you get one, but we also need some help in return."
Walter
Mike looks surprised for a moment, before nodding rapidly.

"Yeah! Yeah! See-! We've been trying to think up a way to get the Kid here back through her door so she can go home! But everything in that area is extremely guarded. We can handle most of them-" *Sully* Can handle most of them. "But there's this weirdo guarding the place for some reason. He looks human, but he's not! He's not a monster, either- like some kinda creature that's been destroying the place for fun!"
Lorene
"All we're asking is that after we help you get your battery, you help us distract him long enough to safely help boo escape."
Then the realization that the group probably dont know what the doors do hits him. 
"The door's we're talking about are special. They help us get to the rooms of human kids to scare them for energy. Nobody gets hurt."
Walter
"But ever since that big jerk took over, We've had to scare them even harder! I mean, personally, i go easy on em.. Sully does too, but nobody else seems to have a problem with it!!"
Julie
Gursht snorted, "...Human-hatchling needs help getting home? Gursht is happy to help, but... If the funny doors lead to their dens then wouldn't they just be found again? Those dens don't sound safe."
Debra
"So their screams are used for energy? I've noticed that when the kid here giggles the lights flicker... Perhaps it's not unlike gummi tech..."
Thomas
*Kaminari sighed. He would definitely have to talk to Zero and Gursht later about world order... Especially Gursht. He had to at least tell them everything Master Aria had taught him...*

*That's right... He had still been thinking of Aria and Mod as his masters, but are they truly still HIS masters? They were Ikazuchi's masters...*

*He shook his head while spiraling to himself.*

"We could have something to help with that. We've had our fair share of interactions with doors."

*He said, obviously alluding to... Something... Was hard to tell his intention while under the hood.*
Eric
"That..." *That sounds horrid. Is that why there were so many stories from his home with a stock episode about a monster hiding in a kid's closet or beneath their bed?*

*The weirdo guarding the doors, though... That'd explain the vandalism. Possibly a Heartless. He and Gursht can probably take him.*

*At Kami's joke about doors, Zero puts a hand to his forehead. Yeah. That's certainly one way of putting it.*

"Gursht is right. If we help Boo get back to her home, you gotta promise to destroy her door. Either that, or let us put a special lock on it."
Lorene
Sully's eyes widen a little in surprise. Zero is pretty clever.

"That's actually what we were going to do anyway. If her door is destroyed, nobody can go there anymore." Despite the agreeability, he does seem a bit sad to say this.
Rose
The child picks up on this, looking back to him. 

"Kitty?"
Lorene
"It's alright, boo. We're going to get you home." Assuming the group are all in.
Walter
For once, mike remains quiet during the exchange. He has his reservations, but Sulley is clearly growing attached.
Eric
*Zero's golden eyes stare at Sulley's. That sadness...*

*The kid being here is a mistake. One Sulley has to correct, even if he's reluctant to do so. Zero can relate.*

*He gives Sulley a somber nod.* "I'm game."
Debra
"We'll help all we can, but Kaminari and I are strictly non-combatants. If things get hostile, we'll likely have to flee as well."
Thomas
*Kami shifted uncomfortably. He hated having to be delegated to the sidelines. Alas, no keyblade meant no battling.*
Julie
Gursht nodded... Though, he knew that Zero was probably upset with him. He probably shouldn't have been as direct as he was, but at the same time it felt a bit late to maintain the World Order now.

"Gursht is always happy to help - but Sully and Big-Eye have to promise to keep this secret after we help. Gursht doesn't think we're normally supposed to be here either... But lots of bad stuff happened, we need more friendly faces, and Gursht thinks that Sully and Big Eye might too."
Walter
His large pupil drifts to look at gursht, before rapidly nodding.

"Of course! We'd be in big trouble if any of this got out to the public! Well, anymore of it anyway.."
Lorene
He returns the nod to zero, then nods to suzuka, before walking closer to the rooms door. 

"Are all of you ready? We might bump into some of those things that have been crawling around the place. But it should be fine if we're careful."
Eric
*Zero focuses energy into the fireball. It continues to vent dark smoke, burning Negativity into more neutral darkness.*

"Ready as I can be."
Thomas
*Kaminari gulped. Would everything really turn out okay?*
Julie
Gursht snorted, raking his paw across the ground once. The reins within Zero's reach hummed, as if readying itself for something.

The dinosaur seemed about as ready as he could be...
Mark
And so, the group leave the office. A walk begins through the hallway they had originally entered from, making it back to the very first room they had entered upon arrival. The reception office. The dire feeling coming from the middle path has only gotten worse than before. However, the two monsters seem to be ignoring it for now and instead opting to head to the left pathway.
Walter
"We're in luck!" He exclaims in a hushed tone, "Thats where we keep all of our goods! Batteries, spare parts, stuff like that!"
Mark
Sully nods, Boo just curiously watching. If anybody has anything to say, now is the time as the group are led down the left hallway, until eventually reaching the end. It seems to lead into some kind of storage area- Massive like a warehouse. The door is yet to be opened, but mike is about to do so.
Eric
*The feeling of dread from the middle path is even stronger. Whatever darkness is over there... It's getting stronger by the second.*

"Is the Door area down that middle corridor?" *Zero matches Mike's hushed tone.*
Walter
Mike looks over to Zero and nods. 

"Yeah. It's where that jerk likes to hang around. It's pretty weird for it to be there of all places, though."
Eric
*The darkness from the Door Area is getting stronger. A dark asshole is by the Door Area. The Doors lead to kids' bedrooms, where they get scared regularly.*

*Oh, no.*

"He's harvesting negative energy and darkness from all those kids' screams." *Zero looks urgently at his allies.* "He's doing what I've been doing this whole time, but without venting the darkness. He's getting *Stronger*."
Julie
That's not good.

"A tough fight then. Gursht is not sure how well he'll hold, but Gursht is everyone's shield for as long as he can. Light may be weak in this place, but Gursht has great strength to..."

—Gursht has great strength to take a hit.

An epiphany!

"Batteries can absorb bad energy... Could Gursht use those to help combat the darkness?"
Eric
*The fireball flashes gold, as a grin stretches across Zero's face.* 

"Gursht, you're a genius!" *He whispers excitedly.* "We can siphon his energy mid-battle!"
Mark
Both monsters look suprised at the idea- Before mike comments on it.
Walter
"That's genius! But you'd need a lot of them to get a lot of the energy from the screams. I mentioned that everyones been terrifiying the kids way harder than before, and, well..." He seems to be having trouble phrasing it.
Lorene
"We think that the other monster's have been *Traumatizing* The kids. The screams are much louder than they used to be, ever since things started changing."
Julie
"Gursht is strong - Gursht can carry a lot on his crest alone! Gursht has thrown heavy beasts like toys! Gursht might be able to carry enough to fend off the Dark Ones; long enough for the Human-Hatchling to return to her den."

He shifted a bit to make sure Zero was still settled properly on his back.

"...And if not, then maybe Friends can throw Zero empty ones if ours get full?"
Eric
*...*

*Suzuka mentioned the lights flickered whenever Boo laughed. It's possible Dr. Z was hinting that Scream Energy and Laugh Energy are conducted by the same means. If that's the case, they're already basically on the cusp of Gummi Tech, right...?*

"Trauma is unsustainable. Eventually, you go numb. You stop screaming. You stop laughing." *Zero's expression is murderous.*

"Let's go to the storage room. Hopefully, there's something with wheels that Gursht can tow. It'd be easier than trying to balance them on his head."
Mark
The monsters oblige, pushing open the door and allowing the group to enter. Strangely, the door stays open for a few seconds longer than it should have before closing...
Walter
"Aha! There it is!" He runs down some stairs into the massive warehouse. With a short walk, the group have found multiple boxes of batteries."
Lorene
Sully, however, is deep in thought. "You know," He walks closer to Zero. "I think you're right. Scare power hasn't been as strong when compared to when boo is laughing. Her giggle is enough to bust a lightbulb."
Eric
*Zero grabs the reins atop Gursht, giving them a gentle squeeze. He does his best to communicate a single thought:*

*"We're not alone. Something is lurking."*

"Yeah," *He nods to Sulley.* "Overhauling infrastructure to make the switch to Laugh Energy'll be a pain in the ass... But in theory, it should be as simple as adding more resistors to account for the increased voltage, or installing converters in outlets. Plus, it's more easily sourceable, and a hell of a lot more ethical."

"Little Green, toss me one of those batteries real quick. E.E., can you hand me Gursht's Gummiphone?" *Zero lets his dark fireball hover slightly above himself, then materializes a mini-Autocracy Ethereal Blade between his pointer finger and thumb to act as a wedge/screwdriver.*
Mark
Sully nods, remaining quiet. That gives him some idea's.
Walter
Mike opens a box, grabbing one of the batteries.

"One battery comin right up!"

He throws the battery at zero, before it suddenly stops in its tracks.
Mark
It begins to float, before it moves over to one of the shelves, rising to an empty space higher up.

Then, a voice rings out from the same spot.

"Mike wazowski.. Giving away company property to outsiders? Is that really how a scarer should act?"
Denise
A moment after these words are spoken, a new monster seems to fade into view. It had been invisible before.

"I know everything! You're going to try and overthrow our new management. And i can't let you do that, now can i?"
Lorene
Sully immediately goes on guard, speaking with concern and mild anger in his voice.

"Randall!"
Walter
Mike follows sully's attitude, shouting at the now-elevated Randall.

"Randall! What are you doing here!?"
Eric
*With a laugh and a flick of the miniature Ethereal Blade, the fireball, previously hanging over Zero's head, splits into thirteen much smaller embers, each homing in on Randall's newly revealed presence. On impact, they won't harm him... But they'll certainly hurt.*

"Invisibility!" *Zero's laughter continues.* "And it's through camouflage? Aww, man, that's awesome!" *His positive tone is very clearly ingenuine, yet the laughter continues, and the accompanying smile widens. His eyes flash, and the dark aura surrounding him grows.*
Julie
Gursht let out a snort of surprise; having been a little spooked by Randall's sudden appearance. Had the reptile been too close to the dinosaur, Gursht probably would have tried to trample him to death.

Gursht still might, and Zero could probably glean this thought - especially when it was accompanied by the memories of a venomous snake too close for comfort; only for Gursht to quickly stomp it to death so it didn't bite the yearlings in his herd.
Eric
*As the memory pops into Zero's head, his eyebrows raise.* "Oooh, now that's a fun idea~. Say, 'Randall'. How do you feel about being *Crushed alive*?"
Julie
...Gursht was starting to become uncomfortable. Sure, he just thought about stomping on Randall, but he didn't exactly share the same glee... It was just out of necessity if need be.

"...Maybe we shouldn't threaten people at random?"
Eric
*Zero sighs, then lets the cheshire smile fade into a look of disdain.* 

"When dealing with a bully, it helps to scare them off before they can catch their stride. This guy, right here, is most certainly a bully."

"Whatever. It won't work anymore."
Denise
Randal goes wide eyed in suprise and partial fear at the sight of thirteen embers being shot at him. He had a whole monologue planned and everything-

***"GET OUT HERE!!!"***

He screams as loudly as he can, the room beginning to rumble. All of the embers hit him, searing his skin.

"H-How do **YOU** Feel about being crushed alive, you pathetic waste?!"

He weakly climbs over the back of the object hes standing on, saying one final thing before leaping off.

"Destroy those batteries! All of them! And kill everyone but the little brat!"
Mark
And suddenly, a powerful force of darkness can be sensed from above. A second after this, loud slamming on the roof.

**SLAM!**

**SLAM!**

**SLAM!**
Julie
Gursht glared at Randall, getting into the proper stance to guard his allies or the batteries if need be.

Gursht doesn't take back the thought about threatening people, but Randall certainly gave Gursht a reason to inflict objective brutality.

"...Gursht doesn't make threats ; Gursht makes promises - and Grusht will eat Randall for his *Calcium supplements.*"
Eric
*As the slamming begins above them, Zero sends a pinpoint of darkness towards the door behind them. When it makes contact, it explodes, hopefully knocking over the door.*

"Everyone! Out!"
Mark
***A massive hammer breaks through the ceiling!***
Willie
***Alert! The creature is attempting to destroy the batteries! Due to having been too close to the batteries, Mike Wazowski is directly in the line of fire. If nobody protects him, he will suffer the full weight of the strike and be crushed. Additionally, if the batteries are hit, they will be destroyed!!***

*Note: You do not need to fully mitigate the attack to protect the targets, merely intercept it.*
Mark
***Thanks to the efforts of zero, the door has been knocked over!***
Thomas
*Kaminari looked up to the thunking ceiling and collapsed back. He actually fell flat on his butt as the thing came crashing through.*

*He stared in shock and horror seeing the Unversed symbol... Here...*

"N-no... No it can't be... It-it's an Unversed! W-what is an Unversed doing here of all places?! They should all be..."

*Kami crawled backwards on his palms and heels, clearly thrown off in a panic.*
Debra
"Kaminari! Calm yourself!"

*Suzuka rushed to Kami and hoisted him up from behind.*

"The lecture can wait for later, but what you should know now is that is an old threat called an Unversed... They're beings that were created when an old enemy of Ikazuchi's was still around! They're made up of negative emotions and thrive off of it! Keep your emotions in check, this is for real!"

*Suzuka pulled Kaminari away from the fight while he was still locked at staring at the Unversed's symbol.*
Julie
Gursht heard Suzuka loud and clear - it was time for him to put Stoicism into practice.

"Don't let the Dark Beasts take the Human Hatchling if you can - Gursht thinks they'll try to use her as another source of power!"

And with that, the dinosaur wasted no more time diving straight into action; and he'd open with a hum of mana weaving through the etchings in his bronze helmet!
```Action 1: Haste [-15MP] 
The reins would glow brightly, and a proper saddle and bridle would manifest for Zero; tailored to allegories alluding to himself, and to the relationship with his mount. These allusions would cause he and Gursht's appearance to change...
```Bonus Action 1: Destiny's Destrier Activated
Bonus Action 2: Unbound Strength Activated```
—and a newly-bound Knight and Beast would charge into the fray!
```Action 2: Block [-10AP] | Covering for 
= 890 Damage Mitigated! 
-2000 - 890 = 1610 | 30% of 1610 = 483 | 1610 - 483 = 1127
-1127 damage Taken!

Action 3: Block [-10AP] | Covering for 
= 890 Damage Mitigated! 
-2262 - 890 = 1372 | 50% of 1372 = 686 | 1372 - 686 = 686
-686 damage Taken!```
Gursht halted his charge in front of Mike, before throwing his head in a massive wide-swing!

**DONG**
Walter
Mike raises his hands as though to cover himself from the hammer, before gursht saves him right in the nick of time. He forms a smile, before scrambling back to his feet and running back to sully. 

"Thank's guys!" He shouts out to them, reaching sully at a record pace.

He then looks up to sully, a determined expression covering his face.

"Sulley, we need to help these guys."
Lorene
He seems conflicted, responding. 

"I want to.. But what about boo?"
Debra
*Suzuka set Kaminari up against the wall.*

"You... Stay. Stay here. I'll be right back."

*Suzuka ran up to Sulley and held her arms up.*

"I'll take her. Kaminari and I will go to where its safe."
Thomas
*Kaminari sat against the wall, his mind racing...*
Lorene
His expression lights up, eyes widening at the offer.

"Really?" He hadnt expected a stranger to outright offer. Especially with Randalls threat. "Thank you."

He gently lowers boo into suzukas arms, nodding in thanks.
Rose
Boo squirms a bit, calling out to the monster in clear distress.

"Kitty!"
Lorene
He gives her a smile, before responding.

"Dont worry boo, Kitty will be right back."
Mark
And with that, Mike and sully have joined the fight!
Rose
Boo, however, just looks up at suzuka in confusion.
Willie
On the ground near Kaminari would be three usable metal pipes of similar size. It's likely that they fell during the attack on the ceiling.

__Metal Pipe__
*2.5x STR*
*1x MAG*
*2.0 DEF*
*2.0 SPD*
Debra
"No need to worry, little one.."

*Suzuka smiled at Boo and booped her on the nose.*

"Lets go play a little game of hide and seek! Big Kitty is going to come searching for us so we need to stay vewy quiet so he doesnt find us!"

*She would giggle a little to appeal to Boo's childlike nature and take her to go hide.*
Eric
*Zero and Gursht's forms change as armor materializes around them. Armor befitting Zero's memories and ideas of himself, and his mount...*
Mark
The unversed seems to raise a metaphorical eyebrow at the transformation.
Bobby
"Negative emotions, huh?" *Zero, in his gaudy armor, points his Ethereal Blade, lengthened to the size of a proper cavalier's sword, at the Unversed.*

"Bring me in close!" *He gently tugs the reins towards the cringing Unversed, spinning Autocracy confidently.*

"If I'm to be darkness..." *Two purple casts fly out of the blade's tip: a crushingly pressurized blast of water, and a barrage of dark flames. The casts outspeed Gursht, but not by much.*

"Then my darkness... Will be your downfall!" *As the Styracozord reaches the Unversed, Zero unleashes a wide, heavy slash against it, his blade cloaked in darkness. Most importantly, he tries pulling in and sapping the negative energy from the Unversed as he spills its form into the air, just as he's been doing with the atmosphere throughout this excursion.*

```
HP: 4584
AP: 230 -205
MP: 190 -145
Darkest Darkness lv4
Dark Boost 1/7
Environment Boost

Dark Fire: 699
Dark Water: 723
Dark Buster: 717

Total Damage: 2139
```