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I've...no idea who owns it. But what a MESS!

<whispers to Cobalt>

You know there's no way that's really Lard Lad, don't you? Why do you indulge that evil...thing?

<healing self>

I'm not so sure of anything anymore, Clive. I could have sworn it wasn't Lardy that long ago...but now it really does seem like him. Just a 'him' that happens to hate me.

<grabs Tomahawk's whiskey>

You're a long way from home, amigo. When did you end up on Legion World?

<considers what Tomahawk said>

Still, you might have a point. Crujeckie isn't around LW much these days. Lolita and Lardy were pretty clear about where they stand with me right now.

Maybe its time I cut out for a bit...?

PS - did Lardy make me hallucinate or did Double-Header fight himself in that mess? I was waiting for Giant Robotic Lesbian to start trading blows at some point.

No, you can't leave!

<takes Cobalt to the side>

I can't believe you'd even entertain the thought that it's really him!

Can't you see? He's going to tear Legion World apart with this--that's his plan!

<whispers>

Why not just, you know...<even lower> <span style="font-size: 9px;">take him out?</span>

<raises eyebrow>

<span style="font-size: 8px;">Clive, do you realize what you're suggesting?</span>

<steps back, notices that no one else heard>

No...no, that's not the way. Then I'd just become what he so desperately believes me to be...

<stares away for a minute>

What do you say to you and Tim coming with me, Clive? Take a break from LW and come back with fresh eyes? If I'm not here, we can see what Lardy does with his time.

What about you, Tomahawk? I could always use a guide.

I'll come with you, Cobalt. Hopefully, Tim will, too. For some reason, I think it would be a good idea to bring along that Raging Bull character, as well.

<thinks, this retreat may be my best opportunity to convince him>

But what if "Lardy" takes advantage of our absence and pulls something? Who will keep an eye on him?

<slaps forehead>

Oh, that's right! My sources tell me he's entered into some contest called "Survivor: Marzal"! That should keep him busy long enough! Perfect timing!

Yes, Raging Bull should definitely come. He and I are old friends...nothing you would know about, unless you read some of the LMB's more secret cases...

I suggest we leave shortly. Let's try to clean up as much as we can first...

No fair punching a guy when he's at work ...

[wipes some dirt off his scruffy face]

I'll come... but I'm tellin' ya, I'm not too happy with how you guys let things get outta control here.

My mission has to do with both of you, and I'm not going to let your tempers jeopardize the welfare of Legion World.

Clive, there you are! I got here as soon as I could. What happened to this place? What's going on?

<fixing the bar's porch>

Its not good Tim, and I'm to blame. Seems I've let things get way too out of control these past few months.

Raging Bull is right...which is why I'm taking a little walkabout once the Coral is fixed up again. Clive has agreed to come--interested?

[whispers to Cobalt Kid]

<span style="font-size: 5px;">This Clive fella... he looks kind of like a fancy city slicker, or some kind of movie star. Can he be trusted?</span>

Well friend, I always like a good adventure, and before I made it down here to this fancy city, I was up in them hills. I'll gladly take you all up there and be your guide.

We'll need to make sure we've got plenty of supplies: rope, gun powder, whiskey, tobacco, bowie knives, etc.

Don't forget the sunblock, moisturizer, and make-up. Plus an outfit fit for cocktails is always an essential.

Yes, I'll come along. Just give me five minutes and 32 seconds to let Rocky know I'm leaving. He and Hyvvie will be fine, I know, but he's been so nice to me--and Clive--that I owe him that courtesy.

<gathers around with backpack, gray cloak and large walking staff>

Looking at my large staff? (okay, okay, I won't keep doing that joke, but I couldn't help it)

Well guys, I think we're ready to go. The OK Coral is fixed, even though we still don't know who owns it. But I think its time I took an exit from Legion World to clear my head, and figure out what needs to be done. Hopefully some adventure awaits us...and this little quest brings good change.

<eyes Raging Bull and nods>

Bull, you walk with Time Teller Lad while Tomahawk leads. I'll walk with Clive...I want his opinion on several matters...

[tips hat to Time Teller Lad]

Pleased to make your acquaintance, Mr. Lad.

What do you make of this matter?

Hopefully, these matters are fit for virgin ears, Mr. Cobalt!

Was the O.K. Coral built from the Great Barrier Reef?

<cheeky chuckle>

An update, Mr. Cobalt?

Yes indeedy! Here we are folks...

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Well here we are Sharky...

<has LMB standard-issue flashlight, shining it into the wreckage>

Funny, I seem to recall Cobie and others rebuilding this place, and yet here it is, still a collapsed rubble. Evidently they didn't build at all. But...that makes no sense? Why lie about it? Unless they somehow forgot...or thought they rebuilt and somehow were tricked? More mysteries...

<looks at Shark Lad>

Just thinking out loud, sorry Sharky. Tell me...do you smell Tomahawk's scent? Has he been back here? Has anyone?

<shines light on several empty whiskey bottles, obviously removed from the rubble and then drank>

Someone's been here, after all...

<sniff>

<sniff, sniff>

Yeah, Tomahawk's been here ... his scent ... odd mix of sweat and leather ... kinda like the YMCA ...

<shifts through the rubble>

the bottles aren't the only things that have been touched ... something is buried under here ... it looks like ...

<pulls something out from the rubble>

yeah, it's a sword ... traces of blood too ... and what's this?

<pulls something else out>

an axe ... or better said, a tomahawk ...