TychosFullmeta

Human+ OOC

At the loud crashed caused by Richard slamming into Largent, Hal whipped his head around towards the conflict. He set down his food tray, a smirk on his face as he walked toward it.

So, the big guy's probably about to snap, Hal thought. About time. Hal had never liked Largent, a dumb bully who used brute force to pound through life, in Hal's eye. Largent lacked grace, and cunning. These were things that Hal appreciated, and tried to embellish in his image, which usually resulted in bitter failure. Hal saw, however, a new opportunity. That kid, Richard, was in many of Hal's classes. He was friends with that quiet Sophie girl. Two for the price of one.

Hal moved near the sideline of the crash, lurking in the growing crowd. He'd wait for Largent to make a move, and then strike from behind. Largent wouldn't know what hit him. Partially because, if everything went according to plan, Largent would be unconscious. The other part originated from the fact that Hal wasn't sure Largent knew what backup was.

Hal picked up an empty tray from a pile of dirty ones nearby. It shouldn't be too much longer now.

Human+ OOC

I'm ready for lunch whenever everyone else is!
Also, I presume Om, Al, and Be are some sort of alien or test subject? No one has names that.... off.

Human+ OOC

Oblivious to the drama ensuing around him, Hal triumphantly finished his test. He slid it on Om's desk, gave him a smile, and bolted out the door without saying a word. He didn't want to draw too much attention, he'd been extremely late after all.

Hal slid into the hallway, noticing other students who'd finished their test waiting out there. He recognized most of them; Richard, Mina, Sophie. Good, he thought. At least I won't have to head down alone. Not knowing any of them well enough to call them friends, Hal certainly appreciated them now, he hated showing up to lunch alone. He decided to wait in the hallway until the rest of them went down, and he'd follow, blended in the crowd.

Human+ OOC

Hal moaned with the rest of the class. Sure, he was a great test-taker, but that didn't mean he enjoyed it.

He slid the books he'd just pulled out back under his desk, waiting for the test to come around. At least he's studied last night. It had been one of his soda-fueled reading and drawing binges, and he'd churned out product last night. Thankfully he'd thrown the Chemistry in after he was done with his YA novel and comic books. It was his primary comfort at home, considering his father was a YA novelist. At least that had worked out in his favor.

Hal scribbled chemical equations onto the lines, carefully measuring the balance mentally. He may be a bit of a rebel at home, but he recognized the importance of good grades and tried not to come off as a delinquent. The clock ticked as time went on, Hal completely oblivious to it, truly 'in the zone,' as it were.

Human+ OOC

Hal perked up at the sound of a substitute. No teacher meant he was off the hook. He had never seen this sub before, but it didn't bother him. Hal was just glad not to be marked up again.

He pulled out his Chemistry books and notebook, realizing he'd left papers on his desk at home. The morning had been too rushed, and he'd forgotten them.

"Aww, crap," Hal muttered to himself. He just kept it to himself and focused on the new sub, Om.

Human+ OOC

He's already stumbled into an unknown class, I'll just run with it being Chem.

Human+ OOC

I'm trying to figure out how I should link Hal into this. Anyone have any ideas?

Human+ OOC

Hal bolted upright in his bed.

"Aww, crap! Not again!" His bedside clock glowed nearly eight. He scrambled to his dresser, yanking out clothes and throwing things on. He jammed books into his schoolbag, ran downstairs, and set the toaster, moving through his morning routine at lightning pace. The toaster popped, and Hal grabbed his breakfast and hurdled out the door, nearly forgetting to lock it. Of course no one had woken him. No one was home. His father was at a convention in Chicago, and his mother left early for the office. Forgetting to set the alarm clock was an all-too-common mistake.

Hal took off down the street, as fast as his legs could carry him. The bell rang as he arrived, much to his dismay. He slid sheepishly into class taking one of the seats closest to the door. He, hoped no one would notice.

"But they will... They always do..." Hal muttered to himself defeatedly. He let his head drop to the desk, making a muffled 'thump' as he hit.

"Stupid alarm clock..."

Human+ OOC

@TychosFullmeta Her and Hal, I think, would certainly get along. He's impulsive and seems to strive towards independence, she's active and affectionate. Some friendly competition and bets, perhaps?

@Thundercrash

Yeah, I feel like they'd get long well enough. He'd appreciate someone else who enjoys the road least traveled.

Human+ OOC

Hal could definitely relate and empathize with Alden's problems and personal life, but might feel like he's a bit of a downer, so they might be better suited as acquaintances than true friends.