is it supposed to look like this

It’s a present. Probably because it’s an important holiday today :-)

( hissing like a cat )

⏳ I modified myself to gain the power I have now. In the future, no one on Earth can defeat me. ⚙️ #MMRP #MVRP ⠀

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That's an understandable assumption to make. Where I come from, we've become more human-like. Some of us can blend in seamlessly, and others cannot... my design sort of falls in-between.

The same goes for me, and I'm glad we found each other again. ( Dragon's smile remains as they open their arms for a hug, should Lunus want one. )

I am! Ah... was that not obvious? I'm sorry, I should've said something. ( They dip their head in apology, feeling a little bad. )

// don't mind the lore retcon. it means nothing. source: trust me bro

I try my best. I was built to heal, not to fight. I've learned a lot, though, and I make do with what I have.

I tend to sleep a lot anyways… it was honestly refreshing for me to have an uninterrupted break like that. ( They smile right back at them, and their tail starts wagging. ) I’m happy to see you too! It always relieves me to know you’re safe.

That’s the spirit. ( Not helpful, Dragon. ) I’m… not sure, honestly. I slept through most of the past few months.

( Dragon thinks for a moment, gauging how to tell this story, before starting to explain. ) They’re a group of eight— no, seven robots. They call themselves the Dimensions. Their designs make them look like pushovers, but they’ve upgraded themselves into ruthless power-hungry monsters.

Oh. Sorry to hear about that. ( ?????????? Now they're both confused )

( nc ) we're getting the band back together...

👋 hey

literally all the time

I agree. Maybe time can actually be /kind/ sometimes. ( They gently laugh, but they mostly just sound nervous, knowing there could be bigger threats out there. )

( They’re in yet another makeshift shelter outdoors. Unfortunately they are now shivering because it’s just snowed. )

We really do. ( They put a hand to their chin. ) I… guess we’ve got a lot more talking to do, don’t we?

// its been so long that i forgot the lore of this account and i might retcon it in the future so i can bring dragon's toxic yaoi nemesis on here

That's a shame... at least if he's not present here, that's a good sign? And yes, although I'm actually from the future... /also/ trying to stop a tyrannical ruler. That's... really strange.

( Their brows raise, and so do their ears. They're shocked, of course, but mostly intrigued. ) I've never heard of that name, but he doesn't sound pleasant. What a weird coincidence, though - because I'm not from this time, either.

That’s similar to how I got my name, as well. ( Dragon tilts their head, though, after pondering the rest of Jack’s sentence. ) “Arrived in this time”?

// hope everyone’s doing alright today 🫂

( Dragon looks back up towards him, a little more curiously now. They still smile back, though. ) I think so, too. I hope you'll forgive me for pointing it out, but... I had the same reaction. The opposite of expectations, I mean.

( It's then that their ear flicks, and their tail sways slightly. Their gaze wanders away, looking a little more reserved. ) It's alright. I had a feeling someone like you would find it a little odd. It... wasn't my original name.

// lunus....... i missed you lunus......

It's very nice to meet you, Jack. ( They know full well why he's examining them further. To someone in that attire, it'd be obvious what they really are. )

( They smile back, nodding their head slightly. ) Most people call me Dragon. What's yours?

Well, as someone who also tends to make do… you’re doing a good job of it, from the looks of things.

Ah, that's a shame... I'll keep an eye out for any.

I think they are, if that helps. What happened to your sandals...?

to the chagrin of my enemies, i am NOT dead

No problem. And that makes sense, I can't say I've seen anything like them before. ( They're kind of being a hypocrite here. They gaze away, feeling a bit awkward. )

( They stop for a second, observing the other guy and his strange attire... ) ... nice outfit.

( walking across your timeline like this )

「 This year's different. I see it in the skies.

// I GOT INTO DRAGONS ACCOUNT

It’s nice to meet you… And I would understand your confusion if you’re not in the correct body. Hm… ( This is a conundrum. It’s a good thing the other isn’t seriously hurt, but how would he stand in such a state, let alone start walking…? ) If you’d like, I can try to teach you…?

( They kneel down slowly, assessing his condition; the scrapes aren’t life-threatening, thank goodness. But he doesn’t seem to be interested in moving. ) Of course, I’ll help you as much as I can. My name is Dragon. What’s yours…? And what happened? ( Their voice is soft, but a bit aged. )

That does sound exciting, I’m glad you’re getting enjoyment out of it. Sometimes, curiosity is a better feeling than knowing everything right away.

black holes going off next to me

it's okay. I'm a professional and this happens all the time. ( this is not reassuring )

MORE

my secret stacking technique ( it literally breaks the laws of physics )

Can I come over and watch with you

That's right, you wouldn't have background processes, just your own thoughts! That's an interesting trade off. ( They're starting to sound a little more energetic. )

( The pile isn't really that big - just some things that were left behind during camping, or something similar. Dragon can use all of them for their own shelter... although the sound of movement makes their ear perk up in the other's direction. )