Proper Introductions

After several hours of waiting, the one in blue and Raphael enter your holding cell. Raph stands beside the door while the other slaps a glowing bracelet on your wrist. You give him a dubious look that he simply ignores, taking grasp of your left forearm and leading you out. Raph strolls behind you whilst blue drags you along, compelling you to feel as if you're being escorted to your doom. This was nearly identical to a prisoner's Death March on your home world.

"Where are we going?" You finally question, eyeing blue mask expectantly.

"To the bridge, your highness," he responds with a formal tenor.

"You are not required to address me with such a... stiff title." You stumble somewhat, struggling to keep up with his long, swift stride. "Simply Y/n or madam will suffice."

He bobs his head in understanding, walking into the bridge and releasing your arm. Once done, you peer curiously at your bracelet.

"Madam Y/n, thank you for joining us! Do pardon that, but considering your previous escape, we must take precautions," the robot, or 'Professor', as the crew members addressed him, strides towards you with an apologetic manner. "I am Professor Zayton Honeycutt, know as the Fugitoid as of late..." his tone expresses sheepishness as he introduces himself.

Blue mask approaches you and holds out his hand to you.
"I am Leonardo Hamato, but you're welcome to call me Leo," he smiles somewhat warmly while appearing to study you with a suspecting gaze.

You flit your eyes to his hand and lift your eyebrow as you return your stare to his face.

"Oh, on Earth, this is a gesture of friendliness, generally used in introductions," he explains. "You take my hand with your right, and shake it slightly."

'What a strange custom,' you muse while complying with his directions. "Blessed be thy fortune, fate has brought us to meet. I am Y/n Starlight of Lumina Stellar," you say, looking up at him. He seems confused but nods in hesitant agreement.

Next, the one in orange leaps forward and attempts to crush you in his arms. You yell in surprise and thrash around until he lets go rather quickly.

"Oh, sorry dudette! I mean, princess dudette!" He grins, occupying a merry aura. "That was a hug. A um... gesture of affection and/or friendliness," he clarifies, staring at the purple masked mutant who mouths those exact words to him.

You take a slight step back and nod inunderstanding.
"I see.. perhaps.. we should remain with the um.. handshaking," you propose, holding your hand out as Leo did.

He pouts slightly, then shakes your hand enthusiastically.
"My name's Michelangelo, but you can totally call me Mikey or Mikester or Dr. Prankenstein or MC!!" His words roll off his tongue in a rush and you only catch the first two names.

"Very well, Mikey. I am Y/n," you reply slowly, electing to skip your full title while pondering how many he had listed. Michelangelo nods happily before dashing off excitedly to a black haired, male human. Shaking your head slightly, you observe the tall, purple clad terrapin stroll over with a curious look in his eyes. You crane your neck to look up at him once he stands before you.
"Er.. hello," you begin, when suddenly he grabs your hand and studies your fingertips.

"Amazing.." he mutters. "Fingerprints like ours.. very similar hand bone structure," he muses as he feels your hand, his eyes alight with excitement and discovery.

"Pardon me," you speak up, turning his attention to your face. "Release my hand forthwith, or I will make you." You speak with a serious tone, your eyes stone cold and exceedingly frightening. The tall mutant removes his hands from yours as his face burns red, smiling nervously.

"S-so sorry... um, Donatello," he gives you an awkward nod, afraid to hold your hand again. "You may call me Donnie."

You nod and clear your throat.
"Y/n Starlight," you reply, mentally hoping you aren't required to repeat your name too many more times. 'Why don't they just call out their names one by one and save all this time? Because you're a princess, they're star struck, and must have a personal audience with you, make a dazzling impression.' You think with a sigh.

Raph clears his throat and taps your shoulder from behind, rendering you to spin around and face him. Once more, his green eyes startle you, his stare not unkind, but not especially fond either.

"I'm Raph, Raphael. Whichever you prefer," he shrugs indifferently, which surprises you. He acts so casual, as if you are no one other than a new acquaintance.

'How peculiar..'
"Um.. hello, Raph," you greet him, astonishment lacing your words. He chuckles slightly, merely returning a curt nod before 'April' and 'Casey' introduce themselves, leaving him to stand to the side and observe.

You realize now, this crew is fairly intelligent, while admittedly loud and rambunctious. They interest you a great deal; especially Raphael.

(Excited for the eclipse?? I know I am!)

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