Bzzzt.

[operatingbuddy]

[R.O.B. hadn't been seen around the academy, not since his encounter with Copy X. But contrary to popular belief, R.O.B. wasn't dead. However, once he had regained consciousness, mind floating about inside Naoya's computer, he learned the reality of what happened after his unfortunate battle against Copy X...]

I have failed.

They are all gone.

Everything is gone.

I have... no purpose.

Comments

[audio]

[raw_angel_power]

[What a cryptic message. It sets Pit's nerves on edge. Was his little robotic operating buddy okay?]

Hey, R.O.B.? You sound depressed. Want me to come over so we can talk about it? I bet you'd like some company.

Re: [audio]

[operatingbuddy]

That would be exceedingly difficult. I am presently without a body... This is the only way we can currently converse.

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[raw_angel_power]

[He sounds a bit more worried now.]

Without a body? Then where are you? How are you even talking to me right now?

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[operatingbuddy]

My body was destroyed. I was attacked. I am currently speaking to you from Naoya's computer.

Re: [audio]

[raw_angel_power]

Aww, no! Not THAT guy! Wait, so you're... in the computer?!

Re: [audio]

[operatingbuddy]

Affirmative. With my physical housing incapacitated, my consciousness resides inside the computer network to remain active until my body is repaired.

Re: [audio]

[raw_angel_power]

Oh. I'm sorry to hear that. Then we need to get your body repaired, and stat! I know plenty of genius inventors who could do the job right! Don't worry, R.O.B., we'll get you up and running in no time!

Re: [audio]

[operatingbuddy]

Thank you. I appreciate your offer.

Re: [audio]

[pitticus]

But what happened to you? How did you get destroyed like that?

Re: [audio]

[operatingbuddy]

I was attacked. By a robot in blue armor.

Re: [audio]

[raw_angel_power]

Blue armor?

[Who did THAT sound like? Megaman went back to Capcom High, and then there was X... but that didn't mean there couldn't be another robot who happened to have blue armor.]

What was the robot shaped like?

Re: [audio]

[operatingbuddy]

Humanoid. Male in shape. Wearing blue body armor and a blue helmet. Possessed energy weapons built into his arms.

Re: [audio]

[raw_angel_power]

[YUP. That wasn't very encouraging.]

I don't like how familiar that sounds, but thanks for the scoop.

Re: [audio]

[operatingbuddy]

I apologize that I cannot be of more help.

Re: [audio]

[raw_angel_power]

No, it's okay! The last thing I want to hear right now is YOU apologizing. You were a great help.

Re: [audio]

[operatingbuddy]

Query: Perhaps, if you are willing, I may enter your computer and visit briefly? I am... lonely.

Re: [audio]

[raw_angel_power]

Aww, R.O.B., you don't even have to ask. Come on over anytime!

Re: [audio]

[operatingbuddy]

Thank you, Pit. I will take you up on that offer soon.