The Adventure

The stooges watch Victor and Fuchsia closely, then converse amongst themselves. After a few seconds, they march over to them, grabbing each firmly by the arms.

"We do not know exactly what you're doing, but you're nonetheless impeding our assignment. We've asked you to leave nicely, in the standard OmniCorp manner that research has proven is pleasing to all demographics, but now we must be more firm. We will put both of you in our vehicle and transport you back to town, where you will stay for at least 24 hours. After that, you are free to do whatever you want."

"Do not resist. We do not want to use force, but we will, pursuant to OmniCorp protocols regarding conflict."

Jet Black chuckles at this clusterfuck...but still has her hands near her pistols.

"Nice try, cosplayers, but these stooges ain't gonna roll over so easily. Wonder what you'll do now? Go along with those jackasses cuz you're scared to make a scene? Try some more trickery that'll fail?"

"If only there was a mercenary around who might help, for the right price...."

Fuschia squirms in their grip Gross, your hands smell like sanitizer. Get off of me!

To Jet Black: Sorry to burst your bubble Buster, but we aren't cosplayers, we're the real deal. If you're looking for a one-shot black&blu team-up, then we'll consider letting you tag along, maybe! speaking of...

Blinding bright blue and pink bursts of light explode in the faces of the goons as Fuschia struggles to break free.

Victor sighs as the goons grab him and Fuchsia lashes out. "I guess we're doing this, then. Oof, this part always tingles."

He reaches under his shirt and pulls forth an amulet that hangs about his neck. The necklace bears a design of a triquetra, or trinity knot. He holds it and chants some words in Old Norse: "Komdu með skjaldmeyjuna!"

A golden glow suffuses Victor's body, and he begins to float a few inches off the ground. The same glow surrounds Hilde as the cat levitates as well. From seemingly nowhere, a stirring song begins to fill the air.

Theme Music

As the music continues, Victor's body begins to change. His lean frame begins to fill out with muscles as he gains a couple inches of height. His hair pales from brown to golden blonde, while his skin tone lightens as well. His facial features soften, his eyes turning an icy shade of blue. His shoulders narrow while his hips widen, and a distinct swelling of his chest indicates that his entire body is changing into a woman's! Hilde is changing as well, bulking up as her fur darkens to black.

The music approaches its crescendo, and both Victor and Hilde spin around in the air. Victor's clothes change into feminine armor, and as she holds out her free hand, a large shield flies in from thin air. She grabs it, brandishing it to display the fearsome dragon painting on its face. A Viking-style helmet manifests on Hilde's head.

Then, with a crash, the music ends. The transformed young woman and cat land lightly on their feet, and the Viking woman flashes a fierce grin. "Do not fear. The Shield Maiden is here!" she declares.

The helmeted cat meows in agreement!

The Shield Maiden slams her shield into the ground, creating a boom of thunder that slams into the thugs!

Let's Go!