Zero
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All things are possible...
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Post by Zero on May 5, 2012 0:40:01 GMT -4
Long ago, an old man named Dr. Aven Nero gave the world his son, a new type of robot, to shine as a beacon of light in a dark and uncertain world. Imbued with a strong sense of justice and great power, the Son of Nero fights for those who cannot fight for themselves, endeavoring to move others to action, ever proving that all things are possible.
These are the adventures of XJ-0.
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Post by Zero on May 5, 2012 0:41:55 GMT -4
Dawn breaks in Tremorton. The sunlight stretches across the city and into the forest. Deep in the forest there is a lake. Overlooking the lake is a white tower, surrounded by green globe-like structures. It's as though it was made to resemble a tree. The globes react to the sunlight and revolve around the tower. The light shines through the windows. Inside, there is a stir in the bed. Zero sits up from under the sheets and looks out the window and smiles.
”Today’s the day.”
He steps outside to the lake. All he has on is a pair of sleep pants. He splashes his face with the lake water. The cold sensation increases his alertness.
Back inside he changes his clothing, switching to a pair of zip off pants with a short sleeve t-shirt and vest. Lastly, he puts on white sneakers and a pair of black gloves. Grabbing a duffle bag, he heads back out and takes flight.
Leaving the vicinity of the forest, Zero reaches the suburbs of Tremorton. He land in front of the home of Jenny Wakeman. Waiting for him is Dr. Nora Wakeman.
”You sure this is the last checkup?”, Zero asks.
”By me, yes.”, responds Nora, ”I’ll have the new monitors installed while you’re out of town.”
Inside Wakeman’s lab, with Jenny assisting, Zero is scanned. All primary systems and powers check out fine. Next, Nora approaches Zero with a pin and pokes him.
”Ouch!”
Nora then nods to Jenny. She transforms her arm into a cannon and takes direct aim at Zero. He hold his ground. Jenny fires at him. The shot is a direct hit, but Zero emerges unscathed.
”Didn’t feel that.”, Zero says.
”Good, your skin’s sensory is operating properly.”, says Nora.
Changing the subject, Jenny asks, ”Are you sure Jessie’s okay with this?”
Zero gathers his things and responds, ”More than okay. She’s gonna meet me there in a few days for a night out. She’s really excited.”
Zero leaves and does a quick flight around the city. He’s joined by Alex 13.
”Hey Boy Blue! Aren’t you suppose to be going the other way?”
”I just wanted to see the city one more time.”
”Champ and I have a handle on it. Just do what you gotta do.”
”Right, right.”
Zero goes to the other side of the suburbs, where Jessie Winkler is waiting for him. They hug and she gives him a gift box.
”What’s this?”, Zero asks.
”Just something I made for ya.”, Jessie replies with a smile, acting squeamish.
Zero slowly open the box. Inside he finds a cape, with his bolt symbol fashioned with a Z design. Zero is stunned and touched.
”Wow, you made this for me?”.
”I know you, Zero. You wouldn’t be you without it.”, she says.
Zero looks at the new cape and then back to Jessie.
”It's perfect. I love you.”
He swings the cape around to his back, and fastens it to his vest. Jessie glows with pride watching her boyfriend wear the cape she made for him.
They kiss, and flies off again. He looks back to Jessie one more time.
”I’ll call you as soon as I get to New York City.”
She smiles and waves goodbye.
Zero speeds off, leaving Tremorton behind , and into the world.
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Post by Zero on May 6, 2012 20:11:57 GMT -4
An airplane enters New York airspace.
”Turning for final approach.” says the pilot.
As he maneuvers the plane towards the airport, and electric error occurs in the tail. It explodes and rocks the plane.
”Mayday, mayday! We’re going down!”
People in the city see and point to the falling craft.
Zero enters the airspace a few seconds later. He can hear the screaming. Up ahead he can see the plane. He then increases his speed to catch up to it.
The pilot pulls on the yoke desperately, but the controls are no longer responsive. The plane is headed into a residential area. Families run from their homes.
Zero manages to reach the plane and flies directly below, grabbing it under the fuselage. He pushes it high enough to pass right over the homes. He looks for a safe spot to land the plane, but the land is too dense with buildings, there would be too much damage.
Zero pushes harder, raising the the plane’s altitude. Passing over the city, people point.
”It’s a meta from Tremorton.”
Taking advantage of the plane’s acceleration, Zero leads it uptown. He takes notice of the Hudson river nearby. He turns the plane to it and begins to guide it down for a landing.
Sweat runs down the pilot’s head as he watches out the cockpit window. He can see the Queensboro bridge up ahead and coming up fast. Zero drops the plane, just barely missing the bridge. He goes underwater as the plane touches down. The inside shakes violently as the passengers brace.
The water decelerates the plane to a stop. Everyone is calm for the moments, but then the. Plane starts to take on water. Before it can sink, Zero lifts it out of the water and flies it to the nearest airport hanger. Witnesses cheer the rescue.
At the hanger, the passengers make their way off the plane. News crew surround the plane and approach Zero.
”Hey, I know you! You’re Zero. What brings you to the Big Apple?”
Zero looks around as he is bombarded by questions. He gains some composure and speaks.
”Honestly, I didn’t expect to run into trouble upon arrival, but then again, I’m just here to help.”, Zero says.
”And that’s all? Of all places, why come to New York?”
Zero look to the city.
”Throughout history, humanity has built great cities that have stood out in the world. Symbols of achievement and possibility... And you all know what I think about possibility.”
He points to the city.
”New York is full of possibility, and I’m here to find it!”
At City Hall in downtown Manhattan, the mayor watches the event on the news, and he does not look happy.
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