Ah yes, you are from Shouto's world, yes? I've been teaching him how to maintain his equipment and I must say, it's impressive work. This support department is it? Of heroes is something that fascinates me in turn.
Yeah! You might want to talk to Ruby Rose-san. She's in this chat. She helps me with mine. I have to admit, I was a little worried how long mine would last when I first came to this world. Every hero knows a little cleaning and everyday maintenance, but repairs are something else.
There's a number of people in Trench with amazing talents like that. I'm very happy with my equipment, but I know the original designer back home would say there's always room for improvement and is probably already trying something new.
The designer would be right, there is always something to trying to surpass yourself rather than rest on old victories.
Ruby Rose then? I'll have to speak with her, I haven't met many other engineers. I never thought I'd miss collaboration until I found myself without even the chance.
I had a research partner and an assistant, so I suppose I did if those count. To be entirely honest with you most academics are unbearable to work with, myself likely included. It is a delicate balance.
[ Not to worry, he knows the type. And despite his friendly appearance, Midoriya spends a lot of time alone as well. He's less shy than he used to be, but he will always be a nerd. ]
The person I was talking about also works mostly alone, because they think too fast for people to keep up. Still, they're a student, so there's got to be a teacher supervising at least.
In the Hero Course, we do a lot more teamwork, especially in the field. So my classmates and I are ready for emergency team-ups since we've trained and worked together for a while. It's been hard without school, but I've done my best to find a variety of teachers and sparring partners in Trench. Rose-san was one of the first people I met last year, and I started practicing with Paul-kun early this year.
[nerds are viktor's people so it's good company. otakus, as it turns out. a curse he's learned that word.]
Ha, I know the feeling. My research partner and I got along because we could keep up with each other. It can be difficult not to get an ego in these circles.
And Shouto was a student as well then? Well, in terms of schooling if you are ever interested in learning engineering I've already been teaching a few people, Shouto included. Though I imagine your school was more to learn use of these 'quirks,' yes?
Oh no, we have the Support Course too for exactly that. It's Hero, Support, Management, and General Studies. It's just that we were in the Hero Course, and you're basically right about that. Rescue, combat, and evacuation with our Quirks.
And thank you, that's so generous of you! I'd be happy even with just some advice on long-term maintenance of my support items. That's always been a worry.
No worries, perhaps you can join Shouto's lessons. I am a believer in self sufficiency I suppose, especially in this place. You never know who will be around when you need it.
[the sea does take people at random]
If I may ask, how do you know Paul? You seem to be part of his 'house,' as it were.
[ Oh crap, he's so bad at explaining this. He has never bothered to explain any weird-looking relationship in his life. He just sort of let things be. ]
He and Kaworu-kun and I are seeing each other.
[ He borrows a phrase he's heard Paul use. Midoriya and Paul are both habitually polite, but Paul was raised to say things with class. It's also vague enough--No, that sounds too easy, too little. Paul wanted a House again, a family. Whatever else happens, they're that. ]
We're boyfriends.
[ Also not enough. ]
But we were friends first. I met them both last year.
[ Friendship is important to Midoriya to note. They did not simply meet somewhere and go for a date. Midoriya does close friendship very intensely. ]
Eh, terms are difficult, especially when it's "unconventional" relationships in some way. Though I suppose dating more than one person may only be unconventional in some of my world rather than all around. It wasn't terribly uncommon where I grew up.
Partners, typically. Which... admittedly leads to confusion. Somehow saying 'boyfriends' sounds a touch odd when you're old enough I suppose.
Dating partners Business partners Partners in crime Project partners Partners on a team ...I see what you mean.
[ It is admittedly a little worrisome to find out who does and doesn't turn an odd look (or text) at three instead of two. Midoriya was made fun of for most of his childhood, so he takes whatever in stride, but he is very sensitive about people being rude to people he cares about.
But Viktor comes off as thoughtful and no-nonsense. Palamedes, likewise, seems to have his mind on higher things than conventions. ]
Anyway yes I hope I can make it to your next lesson. I'll check my shifts and text you when I'm free.
Yes, it admittedly gets cumbersome to say partners then make sure to inform it is both of a romantic and professional variety. We probably should just deal with 'boyfriend' regardless.
And excellent. I hope to see you soon then.
[surely nothing will come up in early july haha...]
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There's a number of people in Trench with amazing talents like that. I'm very happy with my equipment, but I know the original designer back home would say there's always room for improvement and is probably already trying something new.
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Ruby Rose then? I'll have to speak with her, I haven't met many other engineers. I never thought I'd miss collaboration until I found myself without even the chance.
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Did you have a team back home?
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The person I was talking about also works mostly alone, because they think too fast for people to keep up. Still, they're a student, so there's got to be a teacher supervising at least.
In the Hero Course, we do a lot more teamwork, especially in the field. So my classmates and I are ready for emergency team-ups since we've trained and worked together for a while. It's been hard without school, but I've done my best to find a variety of teachers and sparring partners in Trench. Rose-san was one of the first people I met last year, and I started practicing with Paul-kun early this year.
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Ha, I know the feeling. My research partner and I got along because we could keep up with each other. It can be difficult not to get an ego in these circles.
And Shouto was a student as well then? Well, in terms of schooling if you are ever interested in learning engineering I've already been teaching a few people, Shouto included. Though I imagine your school was more to learn use of these 'quirks,' yes?
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Oh no, we have the Support Course too for exactly that. It's Hero, Support, Management, and General Studies. It's just that we were in the Hero Course, and you're basically right about that. Rescue, combat, and evacuation with our Quirks.
And thank you, that's so generous of you! I'd be happy even with just some advice on long-term maintenance of my support items. That's always been a worry.
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[the sea does take people at random]
If I may ask, how do you know Paul? You seem to be part of his 'house,' as it were.
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Thank you very much. I look forward to learning from you.
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He and Kaworu-kun and I are seeing each other.
[ He borrows a phrase he's heard Paul use. Midoriya and Paul are both habitually polite, but Paul was raised to say things with class. It's also vague enough--No, that sounds too easy, too little. Paul wanted a House again, a family. Whatever else happens, they're that. ]
We're boyfriends.
[ Also not enough. ]
But we were friends first. I met them both last year.
[ Friendship is important to Midoriya to note. They did not simply meet somewhere and go for a date. Midoriya does close friendship very intensely. ]
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[how did he become a teacher, honestly. he used to hate teaching, the trench teens are too powerful.
but ah, that explains a lot. it's nice to have confirmation rather than the ah, confusion. that seems to be around.
good for paul, he thinks. and kaworu for that matter. a bit of an odd bunch but that's probably why it worked.]
I see, I've met both at the party as well, though I suppose I'm behind on all the interpersonal relationships. As Paul seems to be.
[just a little teasing for thinking he and pal were roommates, sh]
A touch sentimental for my tastes, but I am glad to hear you have found each other.
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What do you and Palamedes-san call yourselves?
[ Midoriya is fairly oblivious, but not like Paul. That's a whole other level. ]
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Partners, typically. Which... admittedly leads to confusion. Somehow saying 'boyfriends' sounds a touch odd when you're old enough I suppose.
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Business partners
Partners in crime
Project partners
Partners on a team
...I see what you mean.
[ It is admittedly a little worrisome to find out who does and doesn't turn an odd look (or text) at three instead of two. Midoriya was made fun of for most of his childhood, so he takes whatever in stride, but he is very sensitive about people being rude to people he cares about.
But Viktor comes off as thoughtful and no-nonsense. Palamedes, likewise, seems to have his mind on higher things than conventions. ]
Anyway yes I hope I can make it to your next lesson. I'll check my shifts and text you when I'm free.
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Yes, it admittedly gets cumbersome to say partners then make sure to inform it is both of a romantic and professional variety. We probably should just deal with 'boyfriend' regardless.
And excellent. I hope to see you soon then.
[surely nothing will come up in early july haha...]