The Beach Episode [Open]

Cowabunga! Its summer time. R&R which stands for rest and relaxation. Thats exactly what Miku wanted. Today she was supposed to meet with her dad and spend beach summer fun time with him. Nice family fun. But he got busy with Vigilante work, which was a bummer. But Miku was already here and unpacked, so she couldnt just leave as she just got here. She sighed and shrugged the problem off.

She thought about going for a swim, but didnt quite wanna leave her things alone, maybe some sneaky beach pickpocket thief might swipe it. That would suck more. It was just a certain paranoia that while she was having fun in the sea and swimming that her stuff is left unguarded. Miku as much as she wanted to go for a swim, didnt as she decided to just sit on her towel in her beach swimsuit to try and get a tan and maybe see someone familiar, someone she can trust to protect her stuff. She totally blamed her dad for this beach paranoia, he always spoke of villains and petty thieves on beach.

What about Haruuhi and Hana? Well, Miku didnt hear from them. Can one of them come to the beach? Decisions decisions

Krahno was not the most fond of the beach but at the point in time he was only really not fond of the heat and not the warm sands and cool waves that made the experience of the beach fun to most. As he scanned his clothes for something suitable to call a swimsuit he would just look to see that all he had was an older pair of swim trunks that were likely not to fit as they were back when his dad was still alive and well. "This will not do. I need something my size." A small shopping trip was in order as he was going to go out and about in his regular clothes for the time being.

Packing only a few things he would take this chance to bring some sunscreen and a water bottle with him to the taxi bound toward the beach where he would travel to but as luck would have it his travel bag which had his things in it had a bit of a surprise for Krahno when he would open it. First was the fact he had a swimsuit in his size but that was not all it seemed. His mother must of somehow found out about the trip because next to his bag was a large cooler holding what Krahno assumed to be Ice cream or Shaved Milk. "Thank you mother...." he would say to himself as he got in the taxi.

Once he arrived he had made sure he had his student pass with him as well. That was not something he would forget as the birthday girl named Emi was holding this for everyone who was a student. While technically it being his first week at UA he still counted as one. Krahno's violet eyes scanned the beach as he entered the beach area. First thing his noticed was all the girls in their swimsuits.

While most were rather skimpy he noticed a girl he had met before even starting at UA highschool. A certain student that bumped into him on his first day. Violet eyes looked over to her as his lips curved into a smile. "I see you are here too Kumoko. Well this is a pleasant surprise indeed." he would say before exiting the taxi after paying the person driving it their fee. Krahno took his bag and the cooler with the frozen goodies in it with him to the beach.

Smiling was a rarity for Krahno as he would only really do that when he was happy and today was a pretty good one to do that. The girl he healed at the start of his school year was here plus many potential friends from when he was in the UA Chatroom. Krahno was in his standard clothes of course. A white labcoat with long brown pants and black shoes being his usual outfit but he had his travel bag and in it was his change of clothes that would be what he needed to have 'fun in the sun' as others called it. Krahno went over to the food tables and set down his cooler of what he thought was ice cream or shaved milk for the trip.

Instead what he got was something he did not expect. Inside the cooler was a cake but on closer inspection it was a cake with ice cream in it. "I swear my mother likes to do this on purpose." he chuckled as he placed the ice cream cake back in the cooler. His lips curved to a smile again as he then wrote a note on his cooler stating this. 'All guests to this party are welcome to a slice but the birthday girl gets the first bite.' he would write on the note before going over to a nearby changing stall to change into his swimsuit.

After he did so he would be wearing a simple white T-shirt and with dark blue swim trunks that fit his frame as they had snowflake designs on the design of the trunks. "I suppose this will do for the party. Now then I should check up on the others are doing." he would say as he took his change of clothes into his travel bag and went to find a nice place under the shade to relax.

WC: 722

Oh yeah. Now this was heavenly.
The sand beneath his feet, the sun in the sky, the sea before him and the world behind; this is what Saito would call a great place to be. Beaches were a rare treat to the students of UA, that’s obvious, in between studies and drills and exercises and the near constant slew of dramas and crises, a genuine time to relax was welcomed with open arms. Literally. Saito stepped onto the beach with arms wide and open as if embracing the cosy warmth of sunlight flowing along his amber skin. He was grinning, taking in a lungful of the salty ocean air and probably some bits of sand with it. Awwww yeah.

Saito was fashionably late of course. The last of all the students to show up. Such was the consequence when he not only had to wait for Hye to get ready, but they ALSO missed the first bus over so had to wait a while. He didn’t regret it though. It meant he got to be with Hye and chat about her day before they had to be social and mingle and shit. He came dressed in beachwear, which was sparse to say the least. His shades; a thin, red, short-sleeved jacket worn open and revealing his bare chest and chiselled abdomen beneath; a black/red pair of baggy swim shorts and an odd little box wrapped up all neat and nice at his side. He didn’t even attempt to hide the large, off-pale burn scar on his right calf. It was eye-catching, but Saito didn’t care much at all.

Needless to say, Saito was in his element! He just about danced onto the beach proper, like a child that hadn’t seen one before. Hye, in her gorgeous outfit, would point out their friends and Saito would look, instantly spotting the pinkette birthday girl. She wasn’t around anytime in the last couple days for him to give her his gift on her actual birthday, but Emi was weird like that. As they approached, Saito would catch the attention of whoever was around with a wave, mischievous smirk and call of “Yo! What’s up, partypeople? Who’s got the fuckin alcohol?”

Passing by numerous schoolmates, Saito was sure to greet them all on his walk towards Emi, calling to each and every one, giving the ones in arms-reach a fist bump or brohug or, in Chimera’s case, a sympathy pat and a ‘keep at it’ expression. It was safe to say most, if not all of them, knew Saito by his name at least – the socialite he was. It was like he’d known everyone on the beach for decades with how friendly he was, how warmly he greeted them all – and how informally he teased them too...
”Sup, Yumi-chan! That a new costume? Ya lookin’ to murder some of these poor boys?”
“Great to see you, Miku-chan! Gonna get some photosynthesis going?”
“Issac, where’s the fuckin drinks man, I thought you knew a guy?”
“Kalo-kun, since when do you go outside?”
“Nice hat, Kumoko! Don’t forget to get some food, yeah?”
“Jack! Don’t get us arrested!”

“And last but certainly not least, the bitchqueen herself.”
Saito beamed at Emi as he arrived before her, having methodically gone through every single person on the beach to arrive, finally, at the lady of the hour. To anyone else, Saito’s attitude would probably be reprehensible – just imagine him insulting Hye in that manner, she’d probably beat him up… Or cry. One of those.
“How’ve ya been? Party’s already kickin’ up a storm huh? So many people came down!” After her response and rather unceremoniously, the tall, affectionate boy wrapped Emi in a semi-crushing hug, lifting her from the floor and laughing. “This is for not letting me give you your gift on your actual birthday.” He chuckled, letting Emi go again swiftly after.
“Speaking of.”
Saito then presented Emi the box he was holding the whole while. It was a glittery, flat, rectangular thing, a cream box wrapped in elegant silver ribbon, the size of her palm perhaps, though longer. She’d likely recognise it as a necklace box, but both she and Saito knew how far jewellery was from his budget… But could he truly have gotten her something so precious? How far back would he have set himself? What would Hye think? Oh god what the hell has he d-
But no.

Inside the box, laid simply against blue velvet, was the ribbon of a bow, similar to the ones Emi wears in her hair, though this one was considerably less “designer” and was perhaps the pinkest thing she’d ever encountered. It radiated the pastel colour and shone iridescently in the sunlight. Saito scratched the back of his neck, already moving around her as if to escape explaining the gift.
“All those outfits and these bows are the only things that are always – always – in your hair. So, I figured I’d get you one. It’s not as prim as you’re used to, I’m sure, but hey! Gimme credit for trying!”

Whatever her response, Saito would give his close friend a strong smile and pat on the shoulder before heading off to make trouble. If Hye wanted to come along or do her own thing, that was up to her, but if she stuck with him, she’d have to deal with Saito being more excitable than a puppy on this glorious summer day!

This weather sucks.

Kaz stares at the brand new empty page in his Chronicle, fresh from the mental oven of sorts. It's a brand new day, and therefore what better way to highlight it with a new entry in the Chronicle? What sort of things can he write about? Must he discuss about the recent revelations he has discovered in class? Can he just talk about the food he ate this morning? Will he discuss how hot and humid today's weather is and why is it so hot, why must it be so hot? Gah, the sweat from his forehead is covering up his vision now! Kaz rubs his eyes and laments his situation. Why must it be today of all days that this weather is on the rise? All he wanted was to chill out and just write down something, not to be bombarded by this...by this heat wave! Honestly, maybe he should have gone to that beach thingy that Chat was going on and on about.

It's not that he despises the beach. It's just that...well...okay. He only hates the part with the water. Now, hold on a second. He can swim, alright? He isn't one of those people who will panic when entering the water. It's just that...well. It happened a few years ago. He was just...goofing off and just messing around with his sis, throwing around a ball of sorts. You know how kids are. You know how tempting it is to go to the deeper part of the beach, with no sand bank to lay your feet on top of and use it as a sort of safety guard. You also know how dumb they can be. Oh hey, let's just make a Construct to play with, sis! Just raise my hand above the water, make some Metal, and just make it sol-

He didn't drown, okay. He just….he just sank, alright? That's why he isn't a big fan of beaches. He wouldn't dare risk it again...twice...yeah he tried to do it again later on, so that's why he's a bit more anxious to go there. Kaz shakes his head as he sits under the shade, watching some students in beach gear head off. Enjoy your relaxation, potential chosen ones, he'll just stay here and just write...write in the heat...write with no one to talk around. Not even his roommate Red who is carrying some-wait why is he going? Him as well?

Now that he thinks about it...a LOT of people are going there. More than he expected! What's all this then? Is this an impromptu special event? Did someone plan this without him knowing? Well, this can't be: As the chronicler of the world, he must know these sorts of things! He can't just be ignorant of social events, otherwise how will he write them down and record them in the memories of the world? It just doesn't make sense. It's not like its a birthday party, right? For someone that he might tangentially know, right? Perhaps someone from the news cl- It's for Emi. It's...it's for miss Tachibana. Ah. Yeah...she did mention that in chat.

Well, that seems like a reasonable thing to do. Host a party at the beach while the weather's hot. Risk sunburning, sure. Sounds cool, yeah. Kaz nods his head left and right, struggling whether to follow suit and join the others, a sort of last temptation. Will he forgo his usual outfit and put on some beach appropriate wear? Or will he just...stay here? In the heat? Alone? This is...this is kinda hard to decide...yup...really hard.

…

I think I brought along some swim shorts shorts and a casual t-shirt to wear.

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Ah yes, the blazing heat is counteracted by the beach air! Kinda! The point is, it is no longer the dull and boring school grounds but the fantastical and sandy and coarse and potential drowing-Why is he here again? Kaz shakes his head as he steps his sandals onto the sand. He was, once again, a victim of peer pressure. Even if it was an indirect method...and no one actually invited him…or told him to.

Let's see...whos's here. Ah there's the person whose party revolves around, with a surfboard of such. There's someone he doesn't know, might talk to her to see. There's one of the well known upper-classmates. Heard he's a good singer. There's a...there's a spider girl there...that's kinda cool, if he were to be honest. There's one of the chosen ones, Yumi, with a weird swimsuit, that's weird. Weird patterns for some reason. Anyway, might say hi to her later. There's some guy who looks like he belongs in a snow-related area. Neat. Theres Isaac, who apparently had a role in this set up. Good for him to be able to pull it off. There's another upper classmate, casually chatting it up with the others. There's Kirk, burning it up at the grill. He's not much of a grill person, but he'll make an acception. There's Karen, surfing as well. And there's Red, who has that gift he was working on all night. Some sort of high tech...surfboard, maybe? Whatever, wasn't really paying enough attention to it. Plus, more! More people are here! That's neat!

Man, the beach really is something to be amazed at, even if it is a potential death hazard. He smiles a bit as he readies himself to join the others...by just remaining outside the ocean. He waves at some of them and smiles at the ones he knows, as he stares off to the people in the waves. He envies them for conquering the fear of sinking down and unable to get up again. He'll just...hrmm.

What can he do? Will he just...stay here in the wet part of the sand? Well, if it's to relieve himself of the heat, yes. But what else can he do?

…

Oh, silly Kaz. The answer is all around you! It's time to pull out the ultimate test in skill! He shall show everyone here the power that is the chronicler of the world! All this sand, all this water, it shall be the cornerstone to a new future! He shall create the ultimate structure and make sure it stands proud among the others! That's right...he's gonna make a sand castle! But not just any sand castle! He'll shall make a Sand Monument! And nothing shall ruin it!

...Any pail buckets and shovels around, though?

With a rowdy knock, Iwasaka Shouko would beat on the door of her neighbor in both housing and seating. "Mianon! Mianoooon! Come on, Mianon! You've gotta come! Emi-senpai's having a beach party for her birthday! If we take too long, the Rock Monster will be defeated before we've gotten to take a stab at it!" Shouko would proclaim, although it seemed her reason for attending was... Slightly strange? See, this all began several days ago, when Emi Ryoko Tachibana, a second year at UA, had begun thinking about holding a party for her birthday. Now, this would all be fine and dandy... Except that in the brainstorming process, the topic of beaches had come up. And with them, an anecdotal story of fighting a giant rock beast on the beach.

That was when Shouko knew she had to go! Although it seemed Emi-senpai herself failed to understand the romance, for Shouko, what could be more attractive!? Battling a giant creature, the shifting sands hampering your footwork... A clash of stone against stone! Which was why, upon learning that today was the big day, Shouko had naturally asked if the beast was there as well! And for some ineffable reason, Emi had told her yes. Why she felt like ensuring Shouko would arrive was a good idea, the world may never know.

As for her insistence on Mia coming along... Why, why not? As a fellow Battle Maniac (presumed) and good friend, how could Shouko let Mianon miss such an event as this! And so the twintailed brunette would refuse to leave until her friend had emerged from her room, and yank her along for the ride! But Mia was not the only unfortunate victim of the human whirlwind today, for on the second floor rested her handy dandy camerawoman, Hanamin! And unfortunately for this poor girl, she had left her room unlocked. Even if Shouko had to carry her out over her shoulder, the gamer girl would be coming along.

"Hanamin! Let's go! Here, take this, it's dangerous to go alone!" Shouko would shout as she thrust her camera upon the unprepared girl. Had Hanamin met Mianon yet? Did it matter? Surely they would at least recognize each other from class! It was good enough! "Now come! Let us be off! To the beach!" Shouko would not take no for an answer as she (perhaps literally) dragged her two quiet friends off into the sunset!

Now, to say Shouko was prepared for the beach- She was at least prepared for what she was planning to do at the beach! One stone battle dress lay hidden beneath a simple tunic... Wait, you say, isn't that the same thing she always wears? However, one must always remember, they were going to the beach! How could it be as simple as her usual outfit. That was right, in addition to her normal clothing, Shouko was also wearing...! A thin layer of sunscreen! Naturally! It was important to protect one's skin when you would be out in the sun like this!

It would only occur to her later that she had forgotten something relatively important for the beach.

After one zany misadventure which occured along the way to the beach which Emi had rented out for the day, the story of which may or may not ever be told, the trio would finally arrive! But gazing out over the hot sands, it would be immediately obvious that something was horribly wrong. A look of dawning horror would grow over the girl's face as she failed to find what she was looking for. "Emi-senpaiiiii! The Rock Monster! Where! Where is the promised rock monsteeeeer!" For after all that, how could a creature which had never existed in the first place be there? Shouko fell to her knees in despair at realizing she had been tricked- But how would the two who had been caught up in this by no choice of their own feel?