Robin Investigates: Rise of A Hero

"Do you have any idea what kind of a responsibility you're taking up?"

 

"The instant I put on this costume."

 

I can't believe Jackie's doing this. I mean, yes, I wanted him to become a hero. But this soon? RIGHT after a freaking war? So much danger, so young. And I've barely showed him anything. Yet he wants it. He wants to be a hero. But I can't just lets him go out and be done with it. He needs help. We needed to talk. We gathered in the Nest's computer room. Nice part of this new home of mine. Completed, and with the one of the best supercomputers in the country. Only one other surpasses it...

 

"Jackie, look. This may seem fun, but it isn't. There's alot of pain that goes with this life, and the rewards aren't that big, not to mention the limitless challenges that you'll be outright bombarded with."

 

"I don't care how hard it is. I'm doing it. I want to help people, one way or another."

 

"Well, that's not happening for a bit. You're still inexperienced with your abilities and--"

 

"I know how to use my powers. I told you I've been practicing here while you guys were gone."

 

"You'll need more than just your powers, Jackie. You need smarts, you need willpower. Being a hero is more than just putting on a colorful suit and clocking the nearest jaywalker. And there's no second chances when things go bad."

 

"I understand Tim. Whatever you teach me, I'll listen. I promise."

 

" Do you?"

 

"Yes! Yes I do!"

 

I glanced at Steph for a second who was right next to me by the chair I was sitting on. She just grinned. I knew she was all in for this. Her and Jackie...it's like a little brother and big sister, minus the constant bitching and yelling at eachother to get out of their rooms. Both would support eachother to the cold, bitter end of it all. She was all for Jackie suiting up and playing hero. Bought into to easy. I'm not going to, though. I'm not risking Jackie getting hurt.

 

"So, this is what you want. Why.?"

 

"I've told you before. I always wanted two things. To get rid of my powers, or use them for something better. I can't get rid of them, so I'll use them for good."

 

"Good, huh?"

 

"Yeah. I'm not bad, really. I don't wanna be Stasis again. I'm not a bad guy. I've actually made my new name myself!"

 

"Oh god...Well, lets hear it."

 

"How does 'Pulse' sound?"

 

"Eh, not the greatest, but it'll do. So, 'Pulse', your days of a villain are behind you?"

 

"Yes. I don't wanna hurt people anymore. I want to help people. "

 

"Alright then...."

 

I got up out of my chair, walked up to him, put my hand on his shoulder, and looked him right in the eye. I need to say this just right. This needs drama, dammit!

 

"Jackson Ludwing...Pulse. Do you swear to uphold the principles of our order and that for which we stand?"

 

"Uhh...yeah?..."

 

"And never to share in our secrets nor divulge in th--"

 

"Oh. My god, Tim. You are not referencing video games right now. I mean, really? This is serious."

 

"C'mon, Steph, I'm just having some fun! sheesh..."

 

"Tim, what's a 'divulge'?"

 

"Forget it, Jackie. Look, you say you want to be a hero? So be it. I'll show you how to be a hero. I'll make you one of the greatest heroes to ever live!"

 

Done