Some Reality Web

Now that I’ve had time to sleep and to think, I’ve decided to follow James’ and Tony’s advice. I’m not one for sitting around and waiting.

For those of you who do not know me, my name is James Rhodes, though most people call me Rhodey. I have been in the Air Force since I graduated High School many, many decades ago. I have been struggling with a restlessness that I did not understand since coming here, and I know what I need to do about it.

To be honest, things with the influx of evil-doers could have been worse, but we came together and worked together as best we could without knowing each other-- without having and understanding of each others strengths and weaknesses. Some of us fought even though they were reluctant, some of us helped even when they didn’t have much to give. Over all, everyone acted commendably. Still, we were scrambled, it was very obvious that we were caught off guard.

I don’t want to be caught off guard again.

My suggestion is that I am going to run a training program. It is entirely voluntary, but will act as a guard for Goodland if necessary. We will train together two saturdays a month. We will learn how to work best as a team. We will learn each others strengths and weaknesses and we will be ready to fight against whatever hardship we face.

There is no pressure here, just thought that having a proactive guard might be worth investing in.

Morg, Tony, I need someone to look at my suit. The left gun is jammed and its really slowing me down out here.

Stark Industries is under attack, I can't get out. I can't-


[ooc: there's the sound of falling walls, damage to the building and a raspy voice of Voldemort followed by silence from Cisco. All that can be heard are things falling in the background and a crackle of magic, fire, and chaos]

[04:14 am] >> you up?
[04:14 am] >> sorry if I wake you.
[04:15 am] >> I dont know--
[04:18 am] >> nevermind. I'm going to the gym.
[04:19 am] >> just text me back when you see this.

We might be in the damn 1920s, but it is still National Trivia Day.

Q: Which 1980s movie spawned 6 sequels and a T.V. series?

First person to answer correctly gets a prize. At least I know you can't cheat and use Google.

P.S. I will ask more questions in the comments.

Nothing like the holidays to make someone feel alone in a room full of people!

Cheers.

[Tony & Pepper]

Before you ask, I'm fine. I'm just a grumpy old man with too many thoughts.

This has been the best Christmas I've ever had. Thank you to everyone for the gifts.

To whoever sent the stone, I don't know how you knew, but it's perfect?

Oh...also? I got a letter from Columbia before Christmas; it's a big envelope. Big means good, right? I haven't opened it yet. But I probably should since the Spring Semester starts soon.

Uh. You know how the Entity's been giving people gifts?

I don't really remember living in the Avengers Mansion, but I think I must be three years old in this video and almost everyone seems to be there, but [...] at least Tony's hair was already graying, so sadly, I can't take credit.

And I look like both my parents. I think? Does anyone wanna see it? I got pictures too.

Glad to know that no matter what age I get here... I always assume that It's Tony's fault.


[Tony]

I suppose one way to avoid those pre-wedding jitters is to age up entirely.

How are you settling in?

[Pepper and Tony's Wedding Party]

I'm going to make a large dinner for everyone the weekend before the wedding. Any allergies?

Stark

What the fucking hell did you get us into?

Why can't we ever just have a nice quiet night in the dorms?

I guess it's Boss Day? Here's to you Tony. There will be another burger in your future. Thanks for being such a great boss.

[a little while after the maze is gone]

... I'm good. In the hospital.

Is everyone okay!?!

[Pepper]

Can you help me with my hair and face for a few days? I don't want to look in a mirror.

[Peter]

ASDFGHJKL YOU Legos! I didn't cry. Maybe just a little.

[Markus]

It's perfect. Thank you. ♥ Now I have to name your bike, don't I?

...I tried to find you. I'm so sorry I couldn't.

[Wanda]

Are you okay!?! I'm sorry I lost you.

[Rhodey]

...hi.

[Lincoln]

I'll never be able to properly thank you.

[Pepper]

I couldn't just sit there and wait anymore. I'm sorry. I love you. I have an amazing Pepper Potts supply bag. I have my suit. I'll be okay.


[Tony]

I love you.


[Friends and family outside maze]

I'm going down the corn maze shaped rabbit hole. See you soon.


[Friends and family inside maze]

I'm coming.

[Once EDITH reminds Tony of the date late Sunday, he posts a voice message.]

Hey. Rhodes? Rain check on that statute in Central Park? Happy birthday. Let's get out of this fucking maze.

I know that I am not going to talk anyone out of going into the maze because I know that lots of us have many people important to us trapped in there.

However, I encourage you to use your best judgement and take supplies. I will be putting together emergency backpacks at Stark Industries for anyone who is going to willingly go into the maze and rescue the people in there. Please, if you don't get one from me, put together one of your own and don't go in there empty handed.


[Morgan, Peter, MJ]
Want to come help me put bags together and keep busy and in my sight?

[Rhodey]
I know you have your suit, but be careful.

And bring Tony home.

[Voice Post]

Hello. I am in what appears to be a maze. Not sure how I got here. I last recall falling asleep next to Pepper. It is quite dark, but my phone remains charged. I cannot summon my suit. There are others here. I can hear screams at times. There are dangerous --- look, I'll just fucking say it. There are horror film killers in this thing. It is dangerous. I'm trying to find the others so we can get out. Please do not enter the maze. I repeat, please do not enter this shitty maze.

Pepper, Rhodes, kids --- STAY HOME. I will get us out of here.

NAT. CLINT. MORGAN.

What is a bridesmaid? What are the duties? I am feeling an odd sense of ... pride? Should I be feeling this?

Do I have to kill someone in this role?

GAMORA.

I have gummy things. They have alcohol in them. You may share them with me.

GAMORA. CAROL. RHODEY.

I believe that it is customary to congratulate humans when they agree to bind themselves to one another. I wish to invite Tony and Pepper through to our apartment for dinner. Also with Morgan and Peter and MJ. I would also suggest Thor, Wanda, Clint, Natasha and Steve, but I believe there would be too many shoulders in the space.

It is purely so that Pepper and Tony may have a night off from hosting family obligations and enjoy themselves. Would you all be agreeable to this endeavor?

Pete and I continue to bring "national" days to Goodland by way of Planet Bob. We only did a few considering Halloween is around the corner.

( October Calendar )

My son is better at describing shit, but you'll have to put up with me until next month.

P.S. Hope you are all ready for the wedding of the century in November.

[FILTER: Rhodey, Peter, Morgan]

Hey, Rhodes, three of your faves have a surprise for you. Have you been behaving?

Okay. Okay. This is ... it's kinda cute, I like it. Cosy.

But listen, Chewie and I have had a hard week. Hell month? I think birthing 117 babies is a month of hardship, Chewie needs a rest, I need a rest. So can we like just point me at whatever the problem is, I'll do the Avenger spiel and then can I go back to my ship? Harrison is going to take all this disappearing personally. Tony's AI's get offended sometimes.

So. What's the mission? Can I blast it or am I going to need to barter something?