[The green haired boy knocks on the door a few times before opening it without giving much of a damn.] Why hello hello there Mister Muscles! The Detective...no, Hazama told me a lot about you! [He stands in the door way with a big, innocent smile on his face.] All of this has made me curious, and so, he told me how to get here. I'm Kazuma, it's a pleasure!

*he stands up and turns towards Kazuma* I would say the pleasure is all mine, but I have my doubts of anyone who associates with the Detective. Not to say I don't trust him, I just think his goals and mine might be different.

*A certain cat demon squeezes past Kazuma* Oh, hey, it's you! Been a while. How's it been going?

*he looks around for the source of the voice before noticing Cait* A while? I don't believe we've met. Certainly not formally.

Goals? You don't really have many reasons to be wary of us. After all, we're working together now, right? [His smiles is exaggerated, and has a tint of malice. It soon goes away the moment the cat goes past him.] Stupid cats, I didn't even THINK they had those here.

Ah, right. I only heard of you and seen some pictures. *He looks around the workshop* So this is where you've been since that incident?

*Yu walks into the lab through a rift as it closes behind him.* I see you're awake now. So, what we're the results of yesterday's tests?

Mister Gray Hair too, huh? Now isn't this one big celebrity party. [Kazuma is still in the door way with both arms folded, laughing softly.] And here I though you had more impressive people, at LEAST more members.

*he smiles upon seeing a familiar face* Ah, Yu. I haven't finished gathering results. All I know for fact is that the transformation inflicts great fatigue. Perhaps I might get accustomed to it, perhaps not. Needless to say I haven't tested the other forms.

*Yu looks over at Kazuma.* Well, my name isn't gray hair, it's Yu Narukami and I Don't think we've met before.

Hello Mister Narukami, my name is Kazuma. [Kazuma makes a quick bow, as if mocking him.] You can also call me something akin to...Hazama's older brother.

*Yu returns the smile as he proceeds to inquire more on the tests.* Other forms? So is that what you'll be testing today? I'm curious on how much more power that armor could give you.

*Yu looks Kazuma over suspicously.* Hazama's older brother, huh? At one point I think I could have called Hazama something akin to a friend but I'm much more aware of their true nature now. I'll be keeping my eye on you but for now I guess we're allies.

I'm sure we will get along just fine! [Kazuma fakes a smile with both eyes closed, doing another bow.] Now then, I should pay attention to the big man, not that you're bland or boring, Mister bore.

*he looks at the belt in his hands.* I have two other forms I have yet to use. I believe their utility will help in our conflict.

Oh? What is this thing you're talking about, Mister Muscles? [Kazuma steps forward with a curious expression, highly interested in the belt he has.] Are you going to power-up with it? Maybe turn into a robot or get bigger mucles?

*he sighs after considering what Kazuma has said* Yes, that is what it does.

Then show me, if it's so amazing then you HAVE to be able to use right now. After all, I heard there is a tournament going on and your match might be soon. [He plays with his own hair for a moment.] Besides, it would be amazing to know what others can do, I'm still the new guy around.

*he steps outside into a what seems to be a racetrack* I had this installed for more high velocity tests. I spared no expense. *he places the belt on his waist and slides a blue object into the center of the belt* Henshin! *the belt crackles to life as he flips the lever on the side of the belt.* "Dimensional Ride! Aqua Fighter! The Steady Road!" *the belt projects blue energy particles which meld into pieces of armor, which snap into place before the Brawny Man is covered from head to toe.*

Oh~ [Kazuma claps slowly and with a satisfied smirk.] You're like one of the warrior of old, a real super hero! Amazing, especially when said superhero looks like you! One would think that they are always good looking, but, you at least got the muscles, so...

*he slides the blue object out of the belt and replaces it with a purple object and flips the lever* "Dimensional Ride! Murasaki Blaster! The Might of Kings!" *some of the plating on the blue armor falls off and disintegrates on the floor and the other plating moves towards the arms and legs forming a large cannon on his right arm.* I believe it is time to begin the experiment.

Oh, flashy! Experiment? And what would that experiment be~? [Kazuma's voice shows interest as he stands there, in front of him. Curiosity is overtaking his entire being.] Show me, now you got me all excited.

*he faces a concrete wall and opens fire on it with his arm. Large purple explosions consume the wall and when the smoke fades only rubble remains* Good good. I do suppose I've become a glass cannon in this form, even the blast and shrapnel have inflicted minor injuries upon myself.

So I'm guessing this is a "Last resort", is it not? What would be the point of being so vulnerable in a move that can leave you open for faster opponents? [Kazuma spins a dagger he has on his right hand with ease.] Something like myself or Hazama. Hell, who knows what other kind of monster you might have to face.

*Yu watches the experiments with silent intrest.* It seems useful, but the form changing seems like it could get a bit hectic. Would there be a way to make a balanced set without all the forms?

*he takes the purple object out of his belt and flips the lever, the armor fades, revealing small cuts along his arm and one bruise on his hand* the most balanced form so far would be Aqua Fighter. This form; however, limits the user to their own devices, Any weapon used in the Aqua fighter would have to be provided by the wielder themselves. I already thought of this though. *he pulls out a small bracelet with a slot in it that could fit one of the objects* This bracelet is a weaker version of the belt you see me wearing.

*Yu looks at the bracelet in NotIgor's hand.* So it would provide extra defense and fighting power, you think we could give something like that to the whole group? It would definitely give us the edge in a fight, if things were to come to that of course.

[Kazuma nods at his explanation.] Oldie but goodie, I see. Although this might be top notch in this day and age. Baby steps. I hope you don't disappoint when you use these on the field. Actually, have you actually used these with an actual target?

*he smirks at the suggestion* This would be able to be utilized by our group. The only problem is its limitation. Of course I could manufacture more belts;however, that would take far too long, and too many resources. *he offers it to Yu along with a blue object similar to the one he uses* I want you to insert this "Keystone" into the bracelet and twist it clockwise.

*he frowns when Kazuma brings up the lack of field testing* I haven't needed to fight since the "Nexite Driver"'s creation. I like to avoid combat, it's much too tedious and time consuming.

So, you will possibly give us equipment that might not even work properly? [Kazuma shakes his head and chuckles a bit.] Talk about blind faith.

*Yu takes the bracelet along with the blue object. He puts the bracelet and inserts the keystone.* Alright, so like this right... *Yu begins twisting it clockwise. The bracelet emits blue energy particles that form into armor on Yu's body, the armor covers his full body when the transformation finishes.* So, this is what it feels like. I think I look pretty cool in this form.

*he grimaces* I know that it increases power and defense, I tested it on myself. I have no reason to believe that an encounter would make it function otherwise.

Now Yu, I want you to jump as high as you can.

*Yu looks down at the armor for a moment.* I should be able to jumps as high as you did before, right? I'll give it a shot. *Yu jumps up into the air and although he jumps considerably high, it's not quite on par with the power the brawny man showcased before.*

[He chuckles once more, leaning against a nearby wall.] Well, the way I see it. Mr. Bland here will be the perfect "beta tester" for this little invention of yours. I've heard there are maaaaany people looking for him right now. Besides, he can atleast hold his ground in a fight, unlike some people like me! I hate violence, y'know? [He's been keeping an eye on Yu though, and he claps with excitement.] Ah, amazing. I wonder if someone around here is weak to "jump skills".

*he ignores Kazuma's derision of Yu and transforms using the green object. after the jingle plays he looks at Yu with his whole body* I want you to strike me now.

*Yu looks at NotIgor through the helmet covering his head.* A strike? Are you sure that's safe? I wouldn't want to potentially hurt you...

*he rolls his arms and braces himself* I'm quite certain it's safe.

[Kazuma takes even more distance for now.] Alright, don't want to get too involved here.

Alright, then... *Yu takes a step back before stepping forward to deliver a punch directly at the brawny man.*

*the brawny man is pushed back back he seems unfazed* Just as I predicted! The Vert Armor Keystone gives me immense physical resistance!

*Yu looks at his own fist and then at the brawny man's armor.* Seems like this armor will be pretty useful all in all. Hopefully, we can develop a way to end conflict without resorting to violence as well.

*he slides out the green Keystone and slides in a yellow one* Time for the last trial! *he flips the lever and the belt begins emitting a jingle.* "Dimensional Ride! Crocean Speedster! Wind left in the dust!" *his armor loses all of its bulk and takes on a sleek yellow form*