lantern_kid (lantern_kid) wrote in dc_nextgen,
@ 2010-03-16 10:16:00

Entry tags:

inactive - avalon, inactive - henry jordan, inactive - josh casey, jon kent, npc - jai west

Death and Life, or, Henry's Healing Harem
Of course Black Hand would attack Coast City with his latest scheme for world-devastation when Dad and Carol were both out of the galaxy. Thankfully, he did have some backup -- his new Blue Lantern partner was pretty much the only thing keeping Henry alive right now.

Henry hopes that the Guardians can do something to help his arm. Black Hand managed to touch him, and his left arm feels like it's shriveling away, held in check only by his green charge. But it's not time to worry about saving his arm right now. He needs to take Black Hand down, and fast, before he kills any more people.

"Hey, Hand?" Henry snarls. Ava's been keeping him on the ropes for a bit while Henry catches his breath. Black Hand looks up at the Green Lantern. Henry's mind races to think up a pithy line he can deliver.

"Fuck off."

Oh, well. He'll be more pithy next time. He unleashes the full power of his green ring at Black Hand, knocking the zombie flat on his back. "Wrap him up, Ava," he tells his partner. "We need to get him to the Sciencells."

Henry wavers a moment... then collapses, the ring fighting to keep the infection from spreading up his arm. But something must be done, and quickly...

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healingbug
2010-03-16 03:53 pm UTC (link)

Coast City was a nice place as far as Josh Casey was concerned. He enjoys the sights of the city he was peeking around, just killing time until he figures out what to do with his day. The life of a homeless healer is a remarkably boring one. He tosses an empty can of soda into a garbage can and sighs. "I really should invest in a map or GPS or something," he says to no one in particular. Just as he turns to walk down the street, Josh is stopped by a sharp pain as his senses pick up on something. Death. The young healer shudders and scowls, looking around. In no time, he's off and following his superhuman sense.

Eventually, the blond reaches a crowd gathered and makes a face. If there's some kind of danger they should be somewhere else instead of right there in the line of fire as far as Josh is concerned. When he finally makes his way to the front of the crowd, Josh looks the scene over. Glowing blue guy, check. Creepy zombie guy that makes his head hurt, check. And then Josh sees the Green Lantern and the infection working it's way through his arm. The teen's eyes go wide and he glances around. No one's paying attention to him so he takes a bandana from his pocket and ties it into a makeshift mask. Once it's up, Josh pulls the hood on his sweatshirt up and starts moving. Police and their tape and barriers are ducked with uncanny agility as Josh runs forward, the strange young man not paying attention to any of their calls or warnings not to join in the fight.

Josh has no intention of joining in the fight if he doesn't have to though. His sights are set on the fallen Green Lantern and that's who he stops by. "Heya. Hold tight and let me handle that arm," he says as he kneels down. The blond holds his hands over the arm and white light begins to pour from his hands, Josh's power working to purge the infection and restore the fallen Lantern's health. "Don't know who that guy is but I can't stand him," he mutters, Black Hand's handiwork irritating the healer.

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bluelantern
2010-03-16 04:14 pm UTC (link)

Things were going from bad to worst, and Avalon was running out of options. The good news was that Henry wasn't completely down and out - yet. Baring his teeth, the Nalorian spreads his wings wide and focuses another blast of blue light at Black Hand. Of course, all Black Hand does is laugh.

"Foolish little Blue Lantern." he growls out, and then focuses his attention directly upon Avalon.

Luckily for Avalon, but perhaps not for Black Hand, Avalon isn't your normal Blue Lantern. "All will be well" is indeed his motto, but unlike most of the other Blues, Avalon is a warrior.

"Shut up!" he snarls as he brings to bear a glowing blue sword of pure Hope to bear between himself and Black Hand. It's like an angel is battling the forces of evil, right there in Coast City.

Avalon swings his sword, sending off a powerful blast of concussive force that sends Black Hand back farther, driving him away from Avalon's fallen partner.

"Green, are ya still with me?" he calls out, glancing behind himself just in time to see a figure hovering over Henry's fallen form. Crap. Crap, crap, crap, crap, crap!

It seems that Avalon has picked up a bit more Earthling lingo than he though, without thinking he whirls, his expression the closest to murderous anyone might have ever seen on a Blue Lantern's face. He brings the sword up to bear, his eyes starting to glow blue fire as he says "Whoever you are, you've got two seconds to step away from my partner."

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lantern_kid
2010-03-16 04:18 pm UTC (link)

Henry blinks as he feels the energy pour into his arm, his muscle and flesh restoring under the newcomer's touch.

He sits back up, flexing his arm and fingers.

"It's cool, Blue," he says, holding up his hand to calm Avalon. "He helped." He glances back and sees Black Hand has fallen finally, then turns to the newcomer. "Wow. Thanks. Who are you?"

A couple cops move towards them, but Henry gestures, shooing them back for the moment.

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healingbug
2010-03-16 04:24 pm UTC (link)

Josh continues to pour on the healing power, focusing on the work he sees. He blinks a few times when he feels the alien lantern a little closer and glances up. "Uh...slice me up later, busy," he says, gesturing at the Lantern he heals.

When he finishes the healing and the Green Lantern calls off the Blue one, Josh lets out a breath. "It's what I do," he says with a chuckle. "No need to thank me," he says. "Er. Well I guess you could call me Lifeforce even if I don't really look all that superheroy," he answers awkwardly. He glances back when the cops move and then looks towards where Black Hand went. "Who's the guy in black?"

	lantern_kid 2010-03-17 02:27 am UTC (link)
	It's a couple hours later. Pizzas are ordered, food is being consumed, and Henry slips to his room to make a quick phone call. He dials the number for the West household. (Reply to this)(Thread)

	dareyoutorun 2010-03-17 02:35 am UTC (link)
	The phone rings once for nearly half a second. He shouts something about getting it, and picks up in the heartbeat after. "West Wing." he says, recognizing the number on the caller ID immediately. "What's up, man?" he asks Henry. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lantern_kid 2010-03-17 02:37 am UTC (link)
	"Hey, Jai. Your dad used to fight some crazy cult leader named Cicada, right?" Henry asks. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	healingbug 2010-03-17 05:02 am UTC (link)
	Josh nodded as Henry excused himself and took a bite out of the slice of pizza in hand. "I don't know many people either," Josh admits. He blushes when his heart is called good. "You and Henry are really great guys," he says. "Do you live here too?" he asks, finding the Blue Lantern very interesting. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lantern_kid 2010-03-17 06:23 pm UTC (link)
	First things first. The drugstore. "Shaving supplies. Deodorant. Cologne." Why, yes, cologne is a basic necessity to Henry... and no, they can't use his. "Pick out what you need. You too, Ava." (Reply to this)(Thread)

	healingbug 2010-03-17 06:28 pm UTC (link)
	Josh keeps quiet for the trip, not minding the driving. He can heal them if they get hurt and he regenerates. Nothing much to worry about. He blinks at the what Henry lists though. "Cologne?" he asks. "I need that stuff? Never worn any before in my life," he says, a bit confused. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dc_misc 2010-03-19 01:53 am UTC (link)
	"Omigawd, is that Henry?" "It is! Heeeeeeeeeenry! Henry, over here!" "Hi Henry!" A gaggle of girls from Henry's school wave at the boys as they're coming the other way, shopping bags in hand. (Reply to this)(Thread)

	lantern_kid 2010-03-19 01:56 am UTC (link)
	Henry turns to the guys in turn. "Out of town cousin. Out of town friend." He turns back to the girls, beaming broadly. "Trish! Rachel! Julia! Sarah!" He approaches, arms wide. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	healingbug 2010-03-19 02:05 am UTC (link)
	Josh doesn't seem too phased by all the life signals walking around. When someone calls out to Henry, he jumps though. "Huh?" he asks, looking around. He recovers when Henry speaks though. "Oh, ummm...hello." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lantern_kid 2010-03-19 09:01 pm UTC (link)
	"Definitely," Henry replies, smiling. "I'm making waffles. You want some?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lantern_kid 2010-03-21 05:09 am UTC (link)
	After his conversation with Avalon, Henry had plenty to think about. A few minutes later, he's bringing a plate of food up to his room and peeking in to see if Josh is up. "Hey, man... you up?" he asks gently, hoping not to wake him if he's still sleeping. (Reply to this)(Thread)

	healingbug 2010-03-21 05:15 am UTC (link)
	Josh blinks as he senses Henry's approach. Still in just his boxers, he's just laying back and enjoying some thought and relaxation time. "Yeah, Henry," he replies. "I'm awake. What's up?" he asks, sitting up and looking towards the door. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lantern_kid 2010-03-21 05:17 am UTC (link)
	"Made some breakfast," he tells him. "Want it?" He offers a plate with waffles, scrambled eggs, and bacon. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)