Turnabout Knighthood [Video, Dated Pre-Iris]

[trenchdoting]

[The video feed clicks on, and a scruffy-looking man appears on the screen. He seems to be wearing his standard green trenchcoat over a Moon Knights uniform, and he has a proud grin stretching across his face.]

Hey there, pals! I did it!! I finally passed that test and made the Moon Knights! [A pause.] ...Oh, and also the name's Dick Gumshoe if you don't know me. I promise to do my best to solve crimes and protect people from danger around here! I- I don't exactly have any powers or anything, but I can be pretty resourceful, and I've got a few secret weapons at my disposal! In fact, I've got a few new ones now! Some kinda lie-detecting tablets, plus a magical... shield barrette... thingy! Pretty neat, huh? ...Anyway, if there's any trouble that needs to be investigated, just let me know. I'm the guy for the job, pal!

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[spah]

Hey, now! Congrats, Mr. Knight.

They give you an official title? Besides "Moon Knight," naturally.

[technically, Gumshoe now has the power to arrest him in both here and on Earth.]

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[trenchdoting]

[It must be a comforting thought!]

Heh! Thanks, pal.

No fancy title or anything. The starting rank's just called a 'knight', and 'officer' is the next step up, so I can't call myself that. ...Maybe I can keep on calling myself Detective. Or something like Sir Shoe?

[spah]

[at least being a highly wanted man in 2 states and several small countries doesn't matter on another planet!!]

Hmh.

"Sir Gumshoe" has a ring to it.

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[takingchances]

Good job.

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[trenchdoting]

Thanks, pal!! I tried my hardest and pushed my brain to my limits to ace that test! And they physical part was pretty grueling too. But it's all over now. Now I'm back in action as part of some kinda police force, and I'm rarin' to go!!

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[ringlette]

[ Here's the bright-eyed Queen welcoming the announcement with joy. ]

Oh, Gumshoe, you finally made it there! My most heartfelt congratulations to you!

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[trenchdoting]

[He smiles bashfully.]

Oh hey there Marie! Thanks!! I tried my hardest. And having support from pals like you really helped a lot, too!

[ritterstand]

Congratulations upon your entry into the Moon Knights. You seem like a sincere fellow, I wish you the best in being part of the protection of this planet.

[trenchdoting]

Gee thanks! Being as sincere as I can be's practically my life motto, pal! Maybe that's why I keep telling that defense attorney too much about cases... Anyway, thanks! I'll do my best to keep this planet safe, pal!

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[agains]

Congratulations, and congratulations! It sounds like you have a strong sense of justice and we'll all be safe in your care.

[ As a powered Hero, he can stand his ground against just about anything, but he has no less respect for civilians or those without powers. ]

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[trenchdoting]

Thanks, pal! This isn't my first law enforcing rodeo, so I do feel like my sense of justice is right where it needs to be! You can count on me!!

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[specialist_snowflake]

Congratulations, Gumshoe. I am certain you will do your superior officers proud.

[She inclines her head formally. It might not be the Iris cycle, but he's been helpful. ...Just don't expect her to call him 'pal' until that moon comes back up.]

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[trenchdoting]

[It's okay, he'll pal enough for the both of them! His posture does get a bit straighter as he responds to her, though he keeps a goofy grin on his face.]

Aw jeez, thanks pal! I sure hope so. I'll do my best to give them a good first impression, I promise!

During Cordis, yes?

[foolishjustice]

Ah, am I hearing a fellow detective speaking?

Yep that'd be it!

[trenchdoting]

You sure are, pal! Homicide Detective Dick Gumshoe at your service, pal!

...Wait a second. Does that mean I'm hearing a fellow detective speaking too, pal?!

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[raisedbybirds]

Congratulations.

I look forward to working with you Gumshoe.

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[trenchdoting]

Oh hey there, Sammy! Thanks a ton, pal! I look forward to it, too. We'll be like a classic crime-fighting duo!!

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[wantsnudes]

Congratulations, Gumshoe-san. I'm glad to hear your integrity has been recognised and rewarded.

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[trenchdoting]

Thanks, pal! Sometimes, hard work really does pay off! That aside, it's good to hear from you. You been keeping up with food alright? [He just has to make sure.]

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[extalon]

What did the test consist of?

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[trenchdoting]

It had two parts, pal. A physical part and a written test! The first was just to make sure we're fit enough for duty. For the other, we had a whole handbook to memorize! I really hit the books for that one...!

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[hopefanatic]

Congratulations! Did they give you any idea of what sort of thing you'll be doing? While I'm not really well-versed on law enforcement- especially on an alien planet- I'd guess that they might start a newcomer off small?

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[trenchdoting]

They sure did, pal! I'm starting at the bottom of the ladder, but I still got power! I take orders from the next rank, but I can still arrest people, lock 'em up and write up citations! Not bad to start with, eh pal?

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[byanyother]

Congratulations. I'm very proud of you.

[ She knew he could do it!! ]

What's your first task going to be now that you're an official Moon Knight?

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[trenchdoting]

Aw, thanks Rosie! I'm overjoyed to make you proud, I really am! [He says with a wide smile.]

My first task? Well, I'm just supposed to patrol around and keep my eyes open for signs of trouble. Kinda like being a beat cop back home!