He's awfully docile about this whole thing.

[cutandtake]

What, did you expect me to start kicking and screaming like some little kid? The world stays right as it was when you picked me up, so I can resume my duties whenever we're done here. As for where you're planning on sending me... Can't say I know much about Pokemon. I've heard the name in passing but it didn't really pull me in.

...So, he's gonna be there huh? Hope you aren't expecting a tearful reunion. We're not the kind of people to go crying our eyes out over seeing old friends, especially ones that should be dead.

I don't know what a 'Scyther' is, either, but I'm liking the sound of the name. Sounds like a perfect fit for "Jack the Ripper", huh?

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[imthe_shit]

[ This was like the fifth Raiden Snake had seen in the last two weeks... It was hard to be surprised at this point. The old soldier tilts his head, frowning somewhat at the sight of him. ]

Raiden.

[ He's not exactly sure who you're talking about, but he has a feeling it's him. As in. Himself. ] You're coming to the Pokemon world, huh?

[cutandtake]

Looks like it. Guess that makes you my informant for this mission, Snake.

{ See Snake, Raiden has a sense of humor. Isn't it awesome?

Okay it's a lame joke but he's trying to brighten the mood. }

[imthe_shit]

Wouldn't be the first time. [ Smirk. ] You've got your youth... You'll be fine in that kind of place.

It's nothing like the shit we've had to deal with, anyway. I like to think of it as a vacation.

[cutandtake]

I know it sounds kind of weird, coming out of the blue, but now that I can actually ask... Those last days of yours, they treat you alright? Otacon wasn't too naggy over your health, was he?

{ See look he cares Senpai all because you noticed him. }

[imthe_shit]

... [ Snake looks briefly confused, and then... Oh right, this Raiden was from... 2018, was it? ]

I don't know. Not there yet. [ He gives a bit of a shrug. ] Knowing Otacon... He will. He'll always be like that.

[majorcrotchgrab]

You know, my mun's been curious about that place...

And I certainly wouldn't complain about getting to see you again, Jack, even if you are all... robotic now.

[cutandtake]

You'll be surprised if you think the only thing that's changed is my body. A lot's happened.

...Wait, did you say again?

[majorcrotchgrab]

I imagine so. The look in your eye isn't the same as it used to be.

[He smirks and slowly starts circling around him]

I never find any Jacks that remember me. It's depressing, you know?

[cutandtake]

{ He's standing his ground pretty well. No reason to go swinging his blade around, or even draw it, on a guy that didn't appear to be a cyborg. Only his head moves, so his eye can watch Raikov properly. }

Maybe you didn't leave a very lasting impression.

[majorcrotchgrab]

[Wrong thing to say, Raiden. Raikov stops and puffs out his chest]

Oh, you'd remember me alright. No one forgets me.

[jack_theripper]

[Raiden found it odd that he was now staring at his double. Another of him. He had already met one double and now another showing up. It was just weird.]

Pokémon? Who's "he?"

[cutandtake]

{ Given what they've seen so far, "weird" is sort of common at this point. Still, it's a bit unsettling but easily brushed away. }

Not exactly knowledgeable about the things, just heard it in passing. Might not have a choice in getting acquainted with them now though. As for who "he" is... If you don't just look like me, you should recognize the name: Solid Snake. ...Hell, even if you're not me and it's just a coincidence, it's a pretty infamous name.

[jack_theripper]

Yeah, I know that name. [He knew it very well indeed. It saved his ass at the Big Shell Incident.]

He's a well-known hero. Even though he doesn't like to think of himself that way, as he's as stubborn as a mule. So, Pokémon, huh? You're going with a Scyther?

[cutandtake]

Mun picked it out for me, with some assistance. Think yours would've gone with a different one?

[jack_theripper]

I'm not sure. He might have gone with Scizor instead, who knows? They're both blade Pokémon.

[otakon_geek]

Did you say Pokémon? My mun is thinking of placing me within a Pokémon game too, since he loves Pokémon. It'll be good to see you there, Raiden.

[cutandtake]

{ It's not often you get to hear Raiden laugh. It's small and more like a chuckle but it's still there. }

Considering how little I know of 'em, it'd be nice to have a credible source of information. I've noticed you've been taking good care of Sunny too. She takes after you in a number of ways.

[otakon_geek]

Yeah, Sunny is doing fine aboard the Nomad with me and Snake. She's a good kid and she'll always have a special place in her heart for you, Raiden. Ever since you rescued her.

[cutandtake]

Couldn't let those bastards do what they please with her. Not after what they did to her mother.

[paterpeacock]

My, myyy... such emotional restraint is not healthy, young man.

[In this thread, someone who's only real connection to you is coming from the same company that made your ridiculously amazing solo-game.

Dressed in a gilded priest robe, monocle, and a stuffed peacock slung around his shoulders like a stole. As you do, because Platinum.]

[cutandtake]

Funny, I'm more used to hearing people say the opposite.

{ Well, normal people. Desperado weren't normal. }

[paterpeacock]

Ones dearest friends deserve ones full range of emotions. Tears of joy, or tears of anger. Any true bond would be shamed, by anything less than complete honesty.

[This man has a spell that lets him emanate lipstick from his fingertips. Normal left the room with a triple flip and a killer combo ages ago, Raiden.]

[cutandtake]

{ Indeed. }

All whining would do is tick off my "dearest friends". It's got more of a potential to shame our relationship than keeping my mouth shut.

[icequeen_aran]

Either that or an electric type. Maybe a Raichu.

[cutandtake]

It was considered, but it looks like my mun's gonna stick with Scyther. I hear Pokemon teams aren't usually just one though, so a Raichu might be in my future.