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[A young teenage girl pops onto screen with a meek little wave and smile.] Hey! Long shot of all longs here, but... Ammi, Abu, Aamir? Squishy muffin? If you're seeing this, I'm okay! Tell Bruno not to do some crazy mad science to rescue me. I technically was already rescued by this really cool lady. Her name is Allison. I promise I'll get her to introduce herself on camera before I come home because yeah! [She chuckles nervously.] This is actually the part where I do the whole hero's journey back to you! Just be patient, okay? I swear I'm coming home. I love guys. You can click off here, okay? I want to talk to the other guys here. [She flashes a peace sign and counts to ten.]

Okay so assuming my friends and family clicked off by now! [She puts on a big smile.] Hi! I'm Kamala. First time ending up in a weird space and time. Any hot tips on how to survive the experience and keep parents from locking you in your room forever when it's over?

Oh! Before I get to all that I want to share with the class all the weird stuff that happened before Allison rescued me. For one: totally didn't drown! That's super weird because I have no idea how long I was down there. I also saw a lot of weird stuff while I was not drowning. I was having visions of these weird, blob-y creatures with me. Sometimes they'd look like me or people I know but, it wasn't really right? Does that make sense? This is so much easier when I have visuals... Anyways, I swear sometimes they were crying or howling or something. I think something was hurting them which is kind of sad. I mean they were just hanging out with me. I think I would have been really scared if they weren't there since it sucks to be alone. I hope they're okay.

[She sighs in frustration.] I don't know. Do you think it was real or one of those near death experience things? I feel like I'd imagine something way cooler like being rescued by Captain Marvel or at least Hulk. I've never been underwater for a super long time so maybe I'm wrong. Thoughts?

[action | closed to Allison, two days prior to the network post]

[It comes out of nowhere. One minute she's examining her rapidly blinking bangle while in costume and the next she's gone. Kamala finds herself in a strange place with strange creatures. It's terrifying and lonely. She does her best to be brave as the tar-like creatures she's been left with imitate her, objects around her, and sometimes even the people she knows.

(She's not proud of the fact she cries when one takes on the appearance of her mother. She likes to think Captain Marvel would have cried too.) As time goes on, it's hard to remember why these images upset her so much. Everything she knows and loves seems to be fading away as time ticks by. Her identity even becomes harder to recall. All she has is random words floating through her consciousness: perfection, Kamal, marvel, miracle... to remind her that she is in fact Kamala. She desperately wants to go home.

That's the reality her spirit is in. Her body is very much in the water; a teenage girl with a homemade superhero costume and domino mask. The image she makes is unsettling to say the least.

In the water Kamala very much looks like a little girl in a Halloween costume, long hair floating around her like a halo. It might appear peaceful if it weren't for the real fear anyone would have that she's either drowned or drowning as they watch.]

[action - open to all aboard the Blood Moon]

[Kamala knows she can't just cling to her rescuer forever. It's tempting, of course. Her memory isn't the greatest right now. Allison did save her life so she's pretty sure she's safe. Bit by bit, Kamala starts to move away from what counts as familiar now to explore the ship.

The teen gets bolder and more comfortable over the next two days as she remembers herself. She starts waving to people on board while looking around, asks about the weather, their lives, or notes a cool outfit or piece of jewelry.

Feel free to run into her while she's cautiously lurking around or openly mingling with whoever is willing to talk to her.]

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[Kamala straightens immediately at the callout. She turns on her heel towards Diego. She's less scared of him and more just stuck in her head as per usual.] Yeah, I'm okay. I just still feel weird from the whole drowning thing. Like my head is still in the clouds, but not in a fun way.

[She confesses openly. That's the rub about Kam: she's never been good with keeping things to herself so most times she doesn't bother. Belatedly, Kamala decides to pay attention to her surroundings and finally notices that pack of wolves back there.

Both eyebrows raise as her gaze flips back to Diego.] Are you patrolling with a pack of wolves? [She laughs, lowkey impressed by the fact he has an actual pack to run with.] Because that's kind of awesome and terrifying at the same time. Mostly awesome.

Yeah, that'll take some time to recover. But you're in good hands. (maybe, they might be a questionable bunch but they care a lot. even diego, as much as he tries to carry on a cool batman-like attitude. much like batman, however, he also has a weakness for children.)

I'm Diego, Allison's brother.

(and he can't help but grin like a little shit at her excitement -- most people don't react so well to his patrolling. he's kind of used to being mocked -- mostly by five.)

I am. These are the Graces -- I ran into them when I first arrived and they sort of accepted me as one of their own and they've been with me ever since.

(yes he names all his wolves the same name and all after his dead robot mom....maybe it's right to judge him, a little.)

Hey, it's nice to meet you! I'm Kamala which Allison probably already told you.

[Kamala ducks her head, instantly embarrassed. Thankfully the wolves give her something else to focus on than getting embarrassed over something silly. Yes, they're huge but, also fuzzy?? That's so cool?? She waves at them shyly before turning her attention back to Diego.]

Is that like your thing back home or is this one of those community watch kind of patrols? Are you Wolf Guy? [It'd sound like a mean joke if Kamala didn't appear to be completely dead serious.]

She has.

(but he doesn't dwell on that as it clearly embarrasses the kids. the graces wag their tails a little in response to to the wave. they like you, kamala.)

I'm not a Wolf Guy back home -- but yeah I do tend to patrol. Kinda a habit. I like to make sure my people are safe.

(especially after there's been so many of them he couldn't keep safe.)

[Kamala beams at them. The dogs like her!! No, they're not dangerous wolves. That's Ammi-talk. She can't get too caught up in convincing wolves to love her. Diego is mentioning patrol which immediately reminds her of superheroes: a thing she loves a normal amount. She is trying very hard to hold back her interest. This child has zero poker face. It's pretty obvious Diego has her attention.]

That's so cool. Like community watch kind of patrol or... you know vigilante kind of patrol? Because that's totally a thing where I come from. We have the best superheroes.

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(diego is used to people giving him shit for his vigilante actions -- being called a discount batman and shit like that. so there's something refreshing and welcome about kamala's enthusiasm. About time someone recognized his skills.)

Vigilante kind. Superheroes is a thing in my world too. Grew up in a family of 'em. Do you want to see my powers?

[Kamala blinks slowly. She repeats like a mantra to act normal about this. Don't get all hyped up. You just met these people and they're being so nice to you. Don't be weird. Don't be weird....

She holds out for roughly five seconds. Kamala brings out her hands to her face, lets out a soft squeal of delight, and hops on her feet.]

Oh my God, yes! I should have known. That rescue was so heroic! Allison is a total pro which means you must be too! Do you mentor? I'm not saying I have superpowers too, but like maybe Allison might have mentioned that since you're her brother and I totally used them without thinking so let's just get that out of the way now. I don't want to cause any drama for you guys. You've both been totally awesome so far.

[Now she stops to breathe. Nailed it. Totally not weird.]

Allison didn't mention, but she's good at keeping secrets. And so am I, if you don't want anyone else knowing.

(but he promised her a demonstration, did he not? he grabs a knife from his holster, he directs the curve of the throw so it ends up hitting a wooden chair.)

You know that really depends on if- [Kamala starts to explain before the knife curves in such cool way that screams super powers.] Oh... no!!!

[She hops on her feet, clearly excited as her mind races through the possibilities of what Diego can do.] That is... okay! [She waves her hand animatedly while talking.] Do you move things with your mind? Is that it? The trick is it has to be in motion or something? That is an awesome superpower. I'm kind of embarrassed to show mine now.

I can't move things with my mind, but I can control projectiles, knives are what I tend to favor, but I've also been able to do shit like stop bullets.

(no one ever thinks his power is cool. he's going to bask in this feeling forever.)

Bullets?! Ugh! That would been so helpful like a month ago. I don't know why government agencies always shoot at you for just having powers. I don't think that's against the law.

[It's not like she or anyone else ever read the Sokovia Accords. Technically her existence is a crime according to them. :) ] Oh! Right! I should show you what I can do. It's kind of lame compared to stopping bullets so you better not laugh.

[She points at him and gives what passes for a stern look. Seriously!! No laughing!! After a beat, Kamala holds out her hand. A second passes a small, purple circle of hard light manifests. It looks like a crystal and shines like one. It's hard and cold to the touch if Diego were tempted to put his hand on it.]

It's kind of hard to explain because we're just broke teens trying to figure out why I have super powers to begin with but, I can turn this energy into pretty much anything I can imagine. I can't stop bullets but, this makes a pretty decent shield.

It's not, but people are often suspicious of people who are different. At least in my experience.

(he doesn't see how anyone would see this ball of sunshine as a threat though.)

No laughing, prommise.

(his eyes do widen at the first, and he reaches out to touch it out of curiosity. it's more solid than he expected.)

This doesn't seem silly, seems useful. Lots of versatility, I'm guessing.

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