Ben Tennyson and Rook Blonko

Ben Tennyson and Rook Blonko have one of the closest relationships in the Ben 10 franchise. They are the main duo in Omniverse.
==History==
===Omniverse===
Ben and Rook first met in The More Things Change: Part 1, after Max Tennyson appointed Rook as Ben's new partner since Gwen and Kevin moved away from Bellwood. At first, Ben was not fond of having a new partner as he wanted to be a solo superhero, but after Rook helped Ben apprehend Psyphon and members of his gang and Rook bought Chili Fries for Ben, he accepted Rook as his partner. At first, Ben and Rook were more of working colleagues, but eventually, they became best friends.
Rook originally treated Ben more like a superior instead of a friend or partner as he addressed him as "sir" when they first met.The More Things Change: Part 1 Over time, he has come to see Ben as a lesser or equal being, reminding Ben that he has saved him countless times.Of Predators and Prey: Part 1 When interrogated by Starbeard on whether Ben flagrantly disregards regulations and procedure, instead of defending him, Rook bluntly stated that Ben had demonstrated ignorance of procedure, as well as a countless host of other topics.Universe vs. Tennyson
In T.G.I.S., Ben mentioned that Rook was his best partner after Kevin and Gwen. 
In Tummy Trouble, Ben admitted that they don't see eye-to-eye, but they work it out.
Ben and Rook care for each other, as seen when Ben was deeply concerned after Rook was injured during their battle with FistrickA Jolt From the Past, Rook being concerned after Malware defeated Ben just before Gwen, Kevin and Max arrivedShowdown: Part 2 and Rook feeling guilty and concerned when Ben was abducted by Albedo and Khyber.A Fistful of Brains
Rook would playfully tease Ben about how he has to save Ben every time, when Ben thought that was part of their act.Of Predators and Prey: Part 2 When Rook needed Ben's help, he was more than ready to help him.While You Were Away Both of them would feel bad when they had to hurt the other.Something Zombozo This Way ComesCatfight
When Rook was under the Bro-effect, Ben stated that Rook talks funny and has bad taste but that never stopped them before.No Honor Among Bros Ben and Rook would almost always go on missions together. They would have each other's back and would look out for one another. For instance, when the Amalgam Kids were being controlled by Servantis, Rook said that if their fight was with Ben then their fight "is with us" (Ben, Rook, Gwen and Zed).Weapon XI: Part 2 Similarly, Ben fending off Kundo when he was after Rook Blonko, Shar and Ben.Rook Tales When it seemed like it was the end for them, Rook admitted to Ben that it has been an honor to fight on his side.The Final CountdownA New Dawn
When they're not fighting villains and stopping crime, Ben and Rook usually hang out together, particularly at Mr. Smoothy or at Burger Shack. Rook has mentioned that he frequently reads Ben's Plumber files know more about Ben, to which Ben once stated that those files are "thorough, as in TMI thorough".Showdown: Part 1 Rook often talks with Gwen for the same purpose as well.An American Benwolf in London
==Trivia==
*Ben considers both Rook and Kevin his best friend.
*Carl and Sandra approve of Ben's friendship with Rook.
==References==
===Crew Statements===
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