Gone Down The Rabbit Hole (Transcript)

This is the 37th episode of Justice Squadron: Comicger

It was another fine day at Petropolis High School. In Mrs. Ungerman's English class, Mrs. Ungerman has decided to have the class read Lewis Carol's famous novel, "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," and give their own interpretation of what Carol intended when he wrote the story.\*

Mrs. Ungerman: (holding up a copy of the book for the class) Okay, class. For the first half of the semester, we will be reading and dissecting the famous book by Lewis Carol, "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," and we will be giving our own interpretation on what he intended.

Class: Uuuuuuugggggggghhhhhhhhh.

Monica: (feeling bored) Yawn. I'd rather chew off my own tail.  At least it'll grow back.

Katie: No way, Monica! I wanna check this out. I've always liked the various takes on Alice in Wonderland when I was a cub. This'll be a pretty fun experience. ^^

Monica: Whatever.

Mrs. Ungerman: Oh, c'mon, everyone. If you think that everything you knew about Alice in Wonderland was from the Disney movie, or from the various other versions of the story, then you've only just scratched the surface of it. Once you start reading the original novel those versions were based off of, then you'll start to know more about this story than you ever did. ^^ So, without further delay, I'll be passing out each copy of the book to you right now.

\*Then, Mrs. Ungerman gives each student their own copy of the book, and Katie and Monica start to talk about the story in general.\*

Monica: Well, Katie, don't get me wrong, the Disney version was one of my biggest punk influences. Heck, I even got the White Rabbit tattooed on my left bicep. But, having to read the original story feels a bit tedious to me.

Katie: Well, I know what you mean, but I think it'd be interesting to read the original story it was based off of, and see how it compares to the Disney flick. ^^ I think that would make a good presentation, wouldn't you say?

Monica: (having second thoughts) Huh. I guess you're right. ^^

\*Then, as Gerald and Harold get their copies of the book, they start skimming through it to get ideas on how to find the true identities of the Comicgers.\*

Gerald: Hey, Harold! This here book has so many cool inspirations on how we can find the Comicgers.

Harold: I dunno, Gerald. Lewis Carol's ideas are pretty peculiar. We might need to look super deep into this in order to find the inspiration we need.

Gerald: I know that, you doink! So, I think it's best we do what everyone else is doing, and start on Chapter 1! (opens up the book, and starts reading Chapter 1 of it)

Mrs. Ungerman: Now, remember, students. Once you finish reading through the book, I'd like you to write a 5-paragraph essay on your own interpretation of what Lewis Carol had in mind. And, I'd like it on my desk by Monday morning at best! And, DON'T binge-watch the Disney version as a crutch, too, because if you do, I'll know about it!

Class: Aaaaaaawwwwww.

Mrs. Ungerman: I'm sorry, but that's the way our educational system works.  Now, anyway, let's talk about the history of how this story came to be, shall we?

\*As Mrs. Ungerman begins talking about the history of the story in general, little did she suspect that Gelgieden was sitting in a nearby tree right outside the window, and starts to get some inspiration from the story they were reading for their next attack against the Comicgers.\*

Gelgieden: Hmmmmmm. I think I got just the thing that would destroy the Comicgers but good! (disappears back to the fortress to tell Darkanos the news)

\*Meanwhile, back at Darkanos' fortress, there was something going on in the throne room. Apparently, Blaludon is holding a surprise tea party for Darkanos, and she has invited Vistosam, Orvomon, and a couple of Paraxis over to partake in the festivities. The one who arranged it was a white cat-like monster who was wearing a purple petticoat with the card suits going down it, dark brown pants held up by a belt with some hearts on it, a black bow tie, and a brown Mad Hatter hat with orange ribbon complete with the 10/3 price tag. She also had blonde hair, purple eyes, a watch in her left petticoat pocket, blue stripes on her tail, and a wide grin with razor-sharp teeth showing. She was the Mad Catter, and she was a monster that was completely inspired by "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland."\*

Mad Catter: I hope everything is to your liking, Miss Blaludon.

Blaludon: Oh, yes. Thank you, Mad Catter. This mad tea party is sure to make Darkanos fall in love with me. ^^

Orvomon: (looking for the finger food) What kinda tea party is this? Where are the refreshments?

Blaludon: They're coming, Orvomon. Just be patient.

\*Then, Darkanos comes in with Gelgieden after she told him everything she saw from the school, and he starts to see the tea party that Blaludon has planned for him.\*

Darkanos: What the...? Who's throwing a tea party in my throne room?

Vistosam: (pointing at Blaludon) It was Blaludon, my liege! She was doing all of this to impress you.

Blaludon: Oh, yes, my lord! Do you like it?

Darkanos: A worthy effort, Blaludon, but do you wanna know what can REALLY impress me? Having a monster that can destroy the Comicgers once and for all! (sees the Mad Catter standing across from him) And, I think this monster will be perfect for the job!

Blaludon: Oh. THAT figures.

Mad Catter: Hello, master! I am the Mad Catter, the maddest catter you'll ever find. (removes her hat, and bows to him)

Darkanos: Flattered.

Gelgieden: So, what can YOU do, Mad Catter?

Mad Catter: Well, with my magic watch, I can transform anyone who gets lured into my clutches by my delicious tea into a playing card, which I can add to my wondrous deck. (holds up a deck of magical cards) Allow me to demonstrate! (sees three Paraxis being lured to the tea, and drinking it)

Winged Paraxi: Mmmmmmm. This tea tastes so good. ^^

Mad Catter: (takes her watch, and zaps at the Paraxis, turning them into playing cards) Huzzah! More cards for my deck! (starts to add the Paraxis to her deck)

Darkanos: Fascinating. ^^ I'm certain you can do that to the Comicgers, I take it?

Mad Catter: Of course, my lord! I'll take my magic watch in hand, and I will slay the Comicgers for you!

Darkanos: See that you do. And, Gelgieden will assist you in this endeavor, to make you do not fail me in destroying the Comicgers.

Gelgieden: Oh, yes! I'll make sure she doesn't fail, master.

Darkanos: Very well, then. Now, get going!

Mad Catter: As you wish, master! (snickers evilly as she disappears Cheshire Cat-style, with her smile staying for last) And, the mome raths out-grabe.

Gelgieden:  Okay.  I'm on the case as well, sir. (disappears as well)

Darkanos: (looking on perplexed, and then staring at the tea party) Now, let's clean this up, and get my throne room back to the way it was.

Winged Paraxi: (coming in with a tray full of finger food) The horderves are ready, Miss Blaludon.

Orvomon: Oh, it's about time! I'm starvin'!

Darkanos: (seeing how delicious the finger food looks) Or, we can have our lunch break earlier than expected. After that, we're cleaning everything up!

\*Then, the bad guys all sat down, and started to enjoy the tea party. Back at school, the Comicgers all met up in the cafeteria for lunch, and they notice that Monica and Katie had their noses in the Alice in Wonderland books trying to find some hidden meaning to what Lewis Carol meant when he wrote the original novel.\*

David: Boy, you girls are REALLY getting into this book, aren't you?

Katie: Yeah! It's always fascinating to me to learn about the stories we THINK we know from various media, and find some very surprising facts that we didn't know.

Monica: Yeah, and Mrs. Ungerman wants us to write an essay on it by Monday.

Paul: Boy, she REALLY wants you to dig deep into it, doesn't she?

Katie: Yup.

Alyssa: Well, good luck with that. From what I heard, these Wonderland stories are pretty tough to interpret because of how screwy Lewis Carol intended them to be. I heard that it would take YEARS to discover those "hidden meanings" as they're called.

William: And, you girls only got until Monday? Man, that's rough.

Katie: Which is why Monica and I ultimately decided to make our essay be about any comparisons between the original novel, and the much-loved Disney movie, just to show everyone the differences between the two.

David: Sounds like a bold move on your girls' part. And, as for "much-loved," I wouldn't be so quick to judge. I've heard that Walt Disney himself wasn't all to thrilled about his take on that story.

Monica: Well, if he's seen how much people enjoy that film today, he might change his mind in a heartbeat.

Paul: If you say so. Anyway, we wish you girls the best of luck on your essays.

Monica: Thanks. ^^

William: (seeing that Alyssa is eating a tuna fish sandwich for lunch) Is that tuna you're eating, Alyssa?

Alyssa: Uh, yeah.  Why do ask?

William: (pulls out HIS tuna sandwich) That's the kind of sandwich I have. ^^

Alyssa: Oh, cool. ^^ Guess we marine mammals have a lot in common.

William: Guess so. ^^

David: (rolling his eyes) Aquatic creatures.

\*After school, Katie and Monica were at Katie's house, trying to find comparisons between the novel and the Disney movie. While they were off to a good start, as they went on, they started to struggle a bit to find another good one.\*

Monica: Boy, I didn't know how tough this was gonna be later on. I mean, we were doing so good at the start.

Katie: I know. But, after we got past the Mad Tea Party scene, it started to get a little tricky for us. But, at least we were able to get some good comparisons at first. ^^

Monica: Yeah. And, besides, we've been at this for a good hour or so. Whaddaya say we take a quick break, and play some video games?

Katie: Okay. ^^ The essay isn't due 'till Monday, anyway. So, we should take it easy. ^^

Monica: Yeah.

\*But, before they could start playing video games, Katie gets a quick buzz on her Comic Turner, indicating that there's trouble in the city.\*

Katie: (answering her Comic Turner) What's up?

Steve: "Girls! Maple and I are up to our necks in Paraxis, over by the Burger Kong! We were just going to get something, when suddenly, they came outta nowhere! We could sure use your help!"

Katie: Oh, don't worry, Steve! Monica and I are on our way! (cuts the feed) 86 those video games, Monica! It seems Darkanos has OTHER plans!

Monica: Oh, great. So much for trying to beat my high score on "Centipede 2017." Okay, let's go!

Katie: Alright!

Monica + Katie: (holding up their Comic Turners) Comic Turners, activate! (the Comic Turners convert to their original forms) Comic Powers! Turn On! (flicking the on switch on their Comic Turners, and morph into their Ranger forms)

\*As the girls left, Jennifer comes into Katie's room to tell her that it was time for dinner.\*

Jennifer: Katie! It's dinnertime! (notices that Katie and Monica were gone, but sees a note in their place) Huh? What's this? (picks up the note, and reads it) "Dear Mom, Monica and I went out for a walk to get some much needed air. We'll be back shortly. Please leave dinner on the table for us when we get back (Monica requested a doggy bag for hers). Love, Katie." (starts to think that it's her lasagna) Is my lasagna REALLY that bad?

\*Then, Monica and Katie quickly arrive at the Burger Kong, where they see Steve and Maple, already morphed, fending off a couple of Paraxis who have just gotten the jump on them.\*

Katie: So, whaddaya think? Astro Gold Armor?

Monica: Sure, why not?

Monica + Katie: Astro Gold! Turn On! (pressing down on their Comic Turners, and the Astro Gold Armor appears on them)

Monica: Let's squash some bugs, shall we?

Katie: Yes, let's.

\*Then, Katie and Monica draw their laser spears, and begin to help Steve and Maple fight the Paraxis. Steve was using his Holo-Shield to block the shots from the Paraxis' laser spears, and charges at them, giving them a couple of good punches to their faces. Maple was firing her Platinum Rifle at some Paraxis, and proceeds to kick them out of the way as they started to get too close to her. Just when they thought they were up to their necks, Katie and Monica blast their laser spears at the Paraxis, saving them.\*

Maple:  Thanks, girls. For a minute there, I thought Steve and I were gonna be bug bait!

Monica: Well, Steve did the right thing calling for an exterminator.

Steve: True. But, these guys pretty much came outta nowhere! I bet Darkanos has something VERY sneaky planned this time!

Katie: Yeah, I would think so, too.  (sees more Paraxis heading at them) Look out! Here come some more!

\*Then, the four of them start fighting the Paraxis as they came at them from all angles. Meanwhile, Gelgieden looks on from a nearby rooftop, but was wondering where the Mad Catter was hiding out.\*

Gelgieden: Oh, where IS that Mad Catter? I know she was inspired by that Wonderland story, but we need her for this scheme!

Mad Catter: (slowly appearing like the Cheshire Cat on the side of the roof with her smile appearing first, followed by the rest of her body as she recites the Jabberwocky poem) 'Twas brillig, and the slithy toves did gire and gimble in the wabe. All mimsy were the borogoves. And, the mome raths outgrabe.

Gelgieden: (seeing her appear a little creeped out) Yeeeesh.  I wish you'd stop doing that. You make me nervous.

Mad Catter: (getting up from the side) My apologies, milady. But, over time, I've learned to embrace the madness.  You should try sometime.

Gelgieden: Hopefully, once we conquer this stupid city.  (looks down from the roof to see the Comicgers fighting the Paraxis) Now, we wait for them to finish up with the Paraxis, and you start to lure them out with your tea.

Mad Catter: Oh, pleasant! It'll be a very unmerry un-birthday for them today. >: )

Gelgieden: Ugh.  Me and my big ideas.

\*Back over by the Burger Kong, Katie, Monica, Steve, and Maple were fending off the Paraxis, when the boys (already morphed and in their Astro Gold Armor) and Alyssa, who was also morphed, showed up to help them out.\*

David: We came as soon as Dad told us!

Monica: 'Bout time you got here! We could use your help!

William: Well, don't worry! We'll send these bugs flying back home to mama in no time!

\*Then, the Comicgers all started to fight off the Paraxis as they got close to them. As David, William, and Paul were blasting their laser spears at the Paraxis to keep them at bay, Alyssa was using her Sketch Trident to fight the Paraxis, and starts to wonder if it can shoot jets off water at them from her Trident.\*

Alyssa: Hmmm. I wonder. Can my trident shoot out jets of water, too? (points her trident at some incoming Paraxis, and concentrates very hard)

\*Then, the Sketch Trident shoots out a jet of water that washed the Paraxis that were heading towards her.\*

Alyssa: Wow! This is incredible! (starts to brandish her trident) Now, it's time you bug-brains REALLY got water-logged! (continues fighting the Paraxis)

\*The Comicgers continued fighting for a while, until they were able to defeat the last of them. After they de-materialized, Gelgieden sees this as a perfect opportunity to strike.\*

Gelgieden: Now, let's strike, Mad Catter!

Mad Catter: Oh, yes! The time has come!

\*The two female villains leapt into battle, and confronted the Comicgers.\*

Paul: Uh-oh! Looks like we're not done, yet!

David: So, Gelgieden, you got a lot of nerve showing up around here, have you?

Gelgieden: Oh, yes. And, this time, I've brought a little friend along for the ride!  Comicgers, I'd like you to meet the Mad Catter.

Mad Catter: (taking off her hat, and bowing to them) Salutations, Comicgers! You're all just in time for tea.

William: The Mad Catter? (gasps) From Comicgers Issue #52!!!

Katie: Did this come about from our class assignment involving "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland?"

David: I would think so! She definitely was inspired by those books when my dad made that issue. She's pretty unpredictable, so we'd better be on our toes!

Maple: You got it! (draws her Platinum Rifle)

Mad Catter: Oh, unpredictable, am I? Well, then let me show you how unpredictable I can truly be. (disappears into her hat, and spins towards the Comicgers)

Steve: Everyone, look out!

\*Then, the Comicgers all dodged the hat as it blasted a few lasers at them. David and Katie started firing their laser spears at the hat, and as it got hit, it started to disappear.\*

Katie: Hey! Where'd the hat go?

David: See what I mean?

Mad Catter: (appearing behind Alyssa) Over here!  (elbows her in the back)

Alyssa: HEY!!! That's a dirty move!

Mad Catter: Well, there's no fairness in madness, milady. (throws a roundhouse kick at her, and disappears again)

Monica: Hey, where'd she go?!?

William: She could pop up anywhere! So, keep your eyes peeled!

Mad Catter: (unexpectedly appears behind William, and slaps him in the face) One, two! One, two! (disappears again, and reappears next to Paul) And, through and through! (side kicks him in the stomach)

Paul: Okay, now I'm starting to get mad! (aims his laser spear at Mad Catter, and fires at her)

Mad Catter: (dodges the shots by disappearing into her hat again)

Monica: Oh, man! This is one crazy feline we're dealing with here!

Maple: Yeah! How are we gonna beat a crazy cat who recites lines from Lewis Carol's books?

Steve: I have no idea! But, I think that once she reappears from that hat, we blast her with everything we got!

David: Well, it's worth a shot!

\*Then, the Mad Catter spins around at them, firing the lasers from her hat at them. When she was finished spinning around, the Comicgers start aiming their laser spears at her, along with Maple aiming her Platinum Rifle and Alyssa aiming her Sketch Trident.\*

Steve: Hold your position, everyone!

Mad Catter: (reappearing from out of her hat)

Steve: FIRE!!!!

Comicgers: Astro Gold Laser Spears! Power Up! (powering up the laser spears) Ready! Aim! FIRE!!!! (fires a multicolored blast of energy at the Mad Catter)

Maple: (aims her Platinum Rifle, and powers it) Platinum Rifle, Power Up! Ready! Aim! (locks onto the Mad Catter) FIRE!!!! (fires a huge blast of Platinum energy at the Mad Catter)

Alyssa: Sketch Trident, Power Up! (powers up her Sketch Trident) FINAL STRIKE!!! (fires a huge jet of water at the Mad Catter)

Mad Catter: (smiles evilly, and removes her hat, sucking up all the energy from the Comicgers' weapons into the opening)

David: What the heck...???

Paul: How on Earth is that possible?!?

Mad Catter: Do you even know who you're dealing with? I'm the maddest catter around, and you will become part of my lucky deck!

Monica: (not getting what she's saying) Huh?

Mad Catter: (pulling out her watch) Maybe THIS will help you out!  (fires a laser beam at the Comicgers)

Katie: Uh-oh! LOOK OUT!!!

\*Paul, Monica, Katie, and Steve were able to get out of the way, but David, William, Maple, and Alyssa were hit by the beam, and as a result, they were turned into playing cards.\*

Steve: Holy smokes!!! What just happened?!?

Gelgieden: (jumping down to join up with the Mad Catter) Excellent work, Mad Catter! You were able get four of them! Not a bad start!

Mad Catter: Why, thank you, milady! (adds David, William, Maple, and Alyssa to her deck)

Monica: What did you do to our friends?!?

Mad Catter: Relax. They're now in my care as part of my lucky deck. ^^ And, the best part, I didn't have to use my tea to lure them to me.

Gelgieden: Too bad the same thing's gonna happen to you twerps!

Mad Catter: Now, hold still.  (holds up her watch, and aims it at the other Comicgers)

Katie: Oh, no! That watch got David and the others! We can't let it get US, too!

Paul: C'mon! We gotta head back to the studio, and fast!

\*As soon as Mad Catter fired her laser from her watch, Paul, Monica, Katie, and Steve were able to escape from the blast, and retreat back to the studio.\*

Mad Catter: Blast! They got away! And, I was about to invite them over for tea, too.

Gelgieden: Ah, let them scatter. It's not like they can do much to help their friends, now. Let's head back to the fortress, and plot our next move!

Mad Catter: Oh, that's a splendid idea! It'll give me plenty of time to set up my mad tea party for them! (laughs evilly, and disappears back to the fortress Cheshire Cat-style)

Gelgieden: (still creeped out by her wide smile) That smile of hers still creeps me out.  (disappears back to the fortress along with her)

\*Back at the fortress, Gelgieden tells Darkanos that they got David, William, Maple, and Alyssa, and were starting to go over her plan to use the Mad Catter's mad tea party to lure the remaining Comicgers into their clutches.\*

Darkanos: Hmmmmm. So far, so good. At least we were able to get four of them. But, in order for us to be successful, we'll need the other half as well.

Gelgieden: That's why the Mad Catter is setting up another mad tea party to lure them out with her tea. After that, they'll be easy pickings!

Darkanos. Good. Good. Pretty soon, we'll be able to get them all very easily.

Gelgieden: I agree, my lord.

Mad Catter: (coming into the throne room) Master, I have everything all set up in a back alley somewhere in Petropolis. Pretty soon, we'll have the remaining Comicgers over for tea.

Darkanos: Excellent. But, don't even think about making polite conversation, and offer the tea to the Comicgers. Unless, of course, it's drugged with something. But, other than that, don't hesitate to use that watch on them!

Mad Catter: Very well, my lord. I will NOT let you down!

Darkanos: See that you don't. And, as always, the other Comicgers will try and rescue the others, so be on your toes for any surprises!

Gelgieden: Duly noted, sir!

Darkanos: Now, the both of you, return to that back alley, and finish preparations for that tea party!

Mad Catter: At once, my lord! (disappears back to the back alley to finish preparations)

Gelgieden: Sir, I never got over that creepy smile of hers.

Darkanos: Eh, you'll get used to it eventually.

Gelgieden: Well, regardless. I'm off, too. (disappears as well)

Darkanos: Actually, it was the way she always recites that Jabberwocky poem that makes ME uneasy around her.

\*Back at the studio, Paul, Katie, Monica, and Steve have all told Stanley what just happened, and Stanley starts going through Issue #52 of the Comicgers comics to see if there was a way to defeat the Mad Catter.\*

Stanley: So, it was the Mad Catter who was behind all this, huh? Well, I should've known!

Katie: Yeah. Monica and I believed that Darkanos wanted to use her because he got word about our English essay about "Alice in Wonderland."

Monica: I'm sure it can't be nothing more than a coincidence.

Stanley: Well, perhaps not. Y'see, when I made that particular issue, I looked to the original Lewis Carol novel for inspiration for the Mad Catter, and the result was something that was particularly creepy, even for a comic based off of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." She's basically a mash-up of pretty much every Wonderland character you can think of, even having the powers of the Cheshire Cat himself.

Steve: Yeah, it was pretty creepy the way she disappears like that, I can tell you.

Stanley: Oh, yes. And, even though she caught the others with her magic watch, that was only part of what she can REALLY do. It's highly likely that she'll lure you out with a mad tea party, and try to catch you when you have your guard down having the tea.

Steve: So, how are we gonna beat her?

Monica: Yeah! That crazy cat is pretty much all over the place when it comes to combat. One minute, she's right in front of us. And then... (snaps her fingers) Poof! She's gone! Then, she pops up behind us, and attacks us from the rear! How can we keep up with that?

Stanley: Well, I would say that you should try to mix up your fighting styles a bit. Try to be unpredictable yourselves. And, as for freeing the others from her card spell, I'd say destroy the watch!

Katie: Hmmmmm. Alright. I guess it's worth a shot.

Steve: I concur. It's not like we got much of a choice anyway.

Paul: (coming in with something he's been working on in his spare time) Oh, and while you were worrying over the Wonderland essay, I've been working on an autopilot device that can control the Action Comic Robo while we pilot the Astro Gold Space Robo, and vice versa.

Stanley: Oh, very good, Paul. It'll definitely help us out when she grows giant. ^^

Paul: Yeah. Now, I just need to put the finishing touches on it, and when she DOES grow, it'll be ready.

Katie: Okay. And, while you work on that, Monica and I will try to finish those essays.

Monica: But, Katie! Our friends are in danger, and you want us to finish those essays?

Katie: Well, we're about three quarters of the way through it, so we should be able to finish the essays pretty quickly.

Monica: Well, okay. We should at least give Paul enough time to finish that device!

Steve: I agree. And, in the meantime, I'll discuss a good strategy with Mr. Chippendale on how to beat that monster, and rescue our friends.

Monica: Oh, alright.

\*Then, Katie and Monica pull out their essays and start to finish them, while Paul puts the finishing touches on his device, and Steve and Stanley talking a strategy on how to beat the Mad Catter. About a half hour has passed, and Katie and Monica were struggling on how to conclude their essays on the comparison between the original novel and the Disney movie.\*

Katie: Okay, I think we got everything covered, Monica. We just to find a way to conclude these essays.

Monica: (thinking about something) We can try saying "Either way, don't go down the rabbit hole!"

Katie: Nah, that's too comical for a more serious essay.

Monica: Yeah, you're right. God, this is hard to complete, that's for sure.

Stanley: (coming over to the girls after talking a strategy with Steve) I see you girls are having a bit of trouble trying to wrap up that essay, are you?

Katie: Yeah, Mr. C. Monica and I got all the comparisons down perfectly. We're just having trouble trying to conclude it, that's all.

Monica: Yeah.

Stanley: Well, the best that I can end an essay is to recap what you talked about in brief simple sentences, and conclude with your own statement on the matter. And, then, cap it off with "And, that's what I have learned from this experience." There, simple as that. ^^

Katie: Thanks, Mr. Chippendale.

Monica: I bet you were pretty good in English class when you were our age, huh?

Stanley: Yeah, I guess you can say that.  I definitely got some good grades in that class. But, enough of me. You'd better wrap up those essays quick! I don't think my son can handle being a playing card for so long. He never liked being cooped up for very long.

Monica: You got it!

\*Then, Katie and Monica take Stanley's advice, and start writing their conclusions the way he would. After a few minutes, they were able to finish their essays, and showed them to Stanley so he can proofread them.\*

Stanley: Hmmmmmmmmm. (gives them back to them) I'd say they're likely to get a B+.

Monica: Well, that's good enough for me.

Katie: I'm just glad to get these essays done.

Paul: (finishes the device) And, not a moment too soon. I was able to finish the device! Now, we can control the Action Comic Robo from the Astro Gold Space Robo, and vice-versa.

Katie: Great, Paul!

Monica: Now, we got twice the Robo power!

Paul: Exactly!

\*Then, the tracking system goes off, and Stanley goes over to it to see that the Mad Catter and Gelgieden were just setting up the mad tea party to lure the Comicgers out.\*

Stanley: Uh-oh! It looks like Gelgieden and the Mad Catter have set up a mad tea party to lure you kids into their clutches. You'd better spring the trap, and get the others out of there!

Katie: Don't worry, Mr. C! We're on it!

Steve: And, hopefully, the strategy Mr. Chippendale and I have discussed will help us overcome the Mad Catter, and destroy that watch of hers!

Monica: Yeah, let's hope!

Stanley: I've managed to pinpoint their current location in a back alley somewhere in the downtown area. You all better take your Sketch Cycles, and get their quickly!

Katie: You got it! (holds up her Comic Turner) Ready, guys?

Monica, Paul, and Steve: (holding up theirs) Ready!

Katie, Monica, and Paul: Comic Turners, activate! (the Comic Turners convert to their original forms) Comic Powers!

Steve: (pushing a button on his Liberty Turner) Liberty Powers!

Katie, Monica, Paul, and Steve: Turn On! (flicking the on switch on their Comic Turners, and morph into their Ranger forms)

\*They took their Sketch Cycles, while Steve got on his ATV, and rode off to the coordinates that Stanley gave them. On their way, Steve started to share the strategy he and Stanley were talking about.\*

Steve: Alright, kids! Once the Mad Catter tries to disappear, scan your surroundings for where she might pop up. If she gets behind you, strike quickly! I'll use the Holo-Shield to knock the hat off her head to keep her from sucking up our projectiles, and to hide in it. Once all that's said and done, use your laser spears to blast at the watch as quickly as you can! That should be able to free our friends!

Paul: Okay, Steve! That sounds like a pretty good strategy!

Katie: (finds the back alley) There they are! C'mon, guys! Let's go crash that tea party!

\*Then, the Comicgers drive off to their destination to stop Gelgieden and the Mad Catter. Not to far away from the mad tea party, Gerald and Harold were about ready to put their Wonderland-inspired plan to discover the Comicgers' true identities into action. However, Gerald was standing in front of a public restroom, waiting for Harold to come out.\*

Gerald: C'mon, Harold! What's the hold-up?

Harold: (feeling unsure about his role) I feel silly. >///////////<

Gerald: C'mon, dude! Think of how famous we'll be after this!

Harold: Oh, okay. (comes out of the bathroom dressed like the White Rabbit, and walks over to Gerald) So, uh, could you explain the plan again?

Gerald: Very well, then. ^^ I need you to go out into the street, and act like the White Rabbit from "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." I'm certain that with you blurting out his "I'm late" line, it'll get the Comicgers' attention, and you'll lure them all the way to this cargo net I've laid out. (points at a cargo net he laid out covered with dead leaves) Once they get ensnared into the net, we'll come over to them, and we'll yank off their helmets! It's full-proof!

Harold: Gee. I dunno about this.

Gerald: C'mon! I won't hurt the Comicgers! And, to be sure of that, I've padded the net with throw pillows.  Now, you get out there, and channel your inner White Rabbit!

Harold: Alright! (suddenly smells some tea) Wait! I smell tea!

Gerald: (smells it as well) Yeah, me too! It feels like it's pulling me in!

Harold: Yeah! Let's follow it!

\*Then, Gerald and Harold start following the smell of the tea, and they get lured away from the cargo net. Little did they suspect that the tea was actually coming from the Mad Catter's tea party, as she getting the tea ready for the Comicgers' arrival.\*

Gelgieden: Excellent! Everything seems to be in order.

Mad Catter: Oh, yes! All we need is the Comicgers, and we'll be ready to begin their end.

Gelgieden: Oh, of course! (suddenly sees Gerald and Harold being lured to the tea party) What the...? Those two idiots are being drawn to the tea as well?

Gerald: (seeing the tea party) Hey, look! Somebody's throwing a mad tea party! Just like in the book!

Harold: But, who would throw it in a back alley of all places?

Mad Catter: Oh, I would, you beamish boys! Oh, frabjous day! Callou! Callay! (points her watch at Gerald and Harold, and zaps at them)

\*Then, Gerald and Harold were turned into playing cards, and were added to the Mad Catter's lucky deck.\*

Mad Catter: Ah! Two more for the deck!

Gelgieden: You'd better save your energy, Catter! We need you to zap the remaining Comicgers, too!

\*Just then, the Comicgers arrive at the tea party on their Sketch Cycles, and got off to confront Gelgieden and the Mad Catter.\*

Monica: This tea party's over, Mad Catter!

Mad Catter: Ah, the remaining Comicgers! You're just in time for tea.  (takes a teacup, and sips her tea)

Paul: Uh, no thanks. We just ate.

Gelgieden: Well, then. Since you're the guests of honor at our lovely tea party, we might as well welcome you properly. PARAXIS, ARISE!!!

\*Then, a couple of Paraxis materialize in the seats around the table dressed in crazy Wonderland outfits.\*

Gelgieden: Give our guests the main course!

\*Then, the Paraxis draw their laser spears, and charge at the Comicgers.\*

Paul, Katie, and Monica: Astro Gold! Turn On! (pressing down on their Comic Turners, and the Astro Gold Armor appears on them)

Steve: (activating his Holo-Shield) I'll go after Gelgieden! The rest of you, get through the Paraxis, and take out Mad Catter's watch!

Paul, Katie, and Monica: (drawing their laser spears) Right!

\*Then, the Comicgers start fighting with the Paraxis, and Steve starts making his way to Glegieden. He was thrusting his Holo-Shield at her, and she was lashing her sword whip at him. He was quick enough to block the strikes with his Holo-Shield, and he was able to throw in a good kick to her legs.\*

Gelgieden: It's too bad that you're planning ruin our little tea party.

Steve: I'm more of a hot chocolate guy, myself. ^^ (throws a left hook at Gelgieden)

\*Meanwhile, Paul was rolling across the table, knocking off the tea kettles, and dodging the blasts from the Paraxis' laser spears. He then finds his footing, and fires a few blasts from his laser spear back at them. Monica was ducking down behind the table, trying to avoid the blasts from the Paraxis' laser spears. She then pops back out from the other side, and blasts back at them, causing some tea cups to shatter a bit. She then jumps out from the table, and starts thrusting her spear at the Paraxis. After dealing with a couple of Paraxis that were in front of the Mad Catter, Katie starts fighting her with her spear, aiming for the watch.\*

Mad Catter: A-ha! Ready for another defeat at my hands? (disappears in front of Katie)

Katie: Okay, Katie. Scan your surroundings carefully. She could appear anywhere! (quickly looks around the area, and sees the Mad Catter appear to her right)

Mad Catter: Surprise! (throws a punch at her)

Katie: (quickly dodges the punch, and thrusts her spear at her)

\*Then, the two of them starting trading a few blows with each other. But, then, the Mad Catter started disappearing and reappearing throughout the fight, and Katie was trying her best to keep up, and figure out where she'll reappear next. But, once the Mad Catter disappeared, and before Katie could figure out where she'll strike next, Linda, already morphed, jumped in, and struck her Sketch Fans at the Mad Catter, who was just reappearing behind Katie.\*

Katie: (surprised by Linda's appearance) Linda?!? Boy, am I glad to see you!

Linda: Thanks. I had a vision that you were getting your butt kicked by that cat monster! So, when I saw you guys fighting the Paraxis on my way back from the pharmacy, I figured I had to help out. ^^

Katie: Well, we can surely use your help. ^^ But, be careful with this one! The Mad Catter's completely unpredictable!

Linda: Hey, I'm a psychic! I predict the unpredictable! (starts foreseeing where the Mad Catter will appear next) Over there! (points to Katie's left)

\*As soon as the Mad Catter reappeared, Katie thrusts the blunt end of her spear into her stomach.\*

Mad Catter: What? But, how?!?

Linda: Listen, honey. You may be unpredictable, but there's nothing I can't predict.  Now, hold still! (comes at the Mad Catter with her Sketch Fans)

\*Then, Linda and the Mad Catter start trading blows with one another, as Steve was still dealing with Gelgieden, who was still coming at him with her sword whip. He then sees Linda dealing with the Mad Catter, and thinks that this was the perfect opportunity to knock her hat off.\*

Steve: (confused by Linda's appearance) Huh? What's Linda doing here? Oh, whatever, her help is most appreciated. While she keeps her busy, I'll throw my Holo-Shield at her hat! That way, she won't try to escape. (aims for the hat, and throws his Holo-Shield at it)

Gelgieden: NOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!

\*Then, the Holo-Shield knocks the hat off of the Mad Catter's head, and the Mad Catter didn't realize it until she starts feeling the top of her head.\*

Mad Catter: What?!? Where'd my hat go?!?

Linda: Now, Katie! Strike the watch!

Katie: You got it, Linda! (aims her laser spear at the Mad Catter's watch)

Monica: (back fisting a Paraxi, and seeing Katie aiming at the watch) Hold on, Katie! Let's do this together! (aims her spear at the watch as well)

Katie: You got it, Monica!

Monica + Katie: (aiming at the watch) FIRE!!! (fires at the watch, destroying it in a big blast)

Mad Catter: (seeing her deck of cards fall out of her hat, and seeing them return to normal) No!!! My cards!!! My beautiful cards!

\*Then, the cards revert back to various people she captured earlier, along with the Paraxis she tested them on, and even David, William, Maple, Alyssa, Gerald and Harold.\*

David:  That was a close one! At least I won't have a future being in a black jack machine!

William: Yeah! Next time, I wanna be immortalized in a sports trading card, instead.

Maple: I can clearly see that!

Gerald: (feeling dizzy) What just happened?

Harold: I dunno. But, let me tell you! I'm not going near that book again! I'm outta here! (starts running away)

Gerald: My thoughts exactly! (starts running away with Harold)

Alyssa: Paul! (runs to Paul, and hugs him)

Paul: Oh, thank God you're okay, Alyssa!

David: So, how were you able to beat the Mad Catter, guys?

Steve: Well, we decided to be a little unpredictable ourselves.

Monica: That, and we had a psychic that could predict the unpredictable, too.

Linda: (waving at David) Hi, David! Sorry for dropping in unannounced.

David: It's okay. We're at least glad you were able to help out. ^^

Linda:

Mad Catter: (eventually finding her hat, and putting it back on)

Gelgieden: (joining up with her) This isn't over yet! Get back there, and destroy them!

Blaludon: (appearing beside the two of them) In fact, why don't we make this story into a tall tale? (blows one of her magic kisses at the Mad Catter, making her grow)

Mad Catter: Ha! This story isn't over yet! >: )

Paul: Oh, boy! Looks like now's a good time to use that new device I've been working on.

David: You've been working on something, Paul?

Monica: We'll tell you later.  (contacts Stanley) Mr. C, now's a good time to send those Astro Gold Flyers!

Alyssa: (contacting him as well) And, send the Comic Mariner and Comic Gyro, too!

Stanley: Don't worry, kids! I'm on it! (uses the gemstone on his pencil to bring the Astro Gold Flyers, Comic Mariner, and Comic Gyro to life, and they proceed to the Comicgers' current location)

Monica: (seeing them coming) Okay, thanks!  (cuts the feed)

David: C'mon, guys! Let's go!

Maple: Steve and I will stay here, and deal with Gelgieden.

David: Okay, sounds good to me!

\*Then, the Comicgers leapt into their Astro Gold Flyers, while Alyssa and Linda got into their Action Vehicles, and begin to log on.\*

David: Astro Red Alpha, standing by!

William: Astro Blue Beta, standing by!

Paul: Astro Green Gamma, standing by!

Monica: Astro Yellow Delta, standing by!

Katie: Astro Pink Epsilon, standing by!

Alyssa: Comic Mariner, diver down!

Linda: Comic Gyro, spinnin' right round!

David: Okay, guys! Let's form the Astro Gold Space Robo!

\*Then, the Astro Gold Flyers come together to form the Astro Gold Space Robo.\*

Mad Catter: (summons an axe with hearts all over it, and begins to attack the AGSR) What a foul-looking machine! Off with its head! (charges at the AGSR)

\*The Mad Catter then proceeds to slash away at the AGSR, and inside, the Comicgers try their best to stand their ground. This gives Paul the perfect time to use that device he was working on.\*

Paul: Okay, guys! With this device, we should be able to control the other Action Vehicles remotely from here, and in this case, give Linda and Alyssa a chance to fight the Mad Catter, as well!

William: Well, cool! That could definitely help!

Paul: Okay! Here goes nothing! (starts putting the device into the AGSR's main modem, and starts inputting the code to control the other Action Vehicles) Keep your fingers crossed, guys!

Monica: (blocking the strikes from the Mad Catter's axe) Rather put 'em to better use by fighting this crazy feline!

Paul: (finishes inputting the code, and sees that the Comic Racer, Tumbler, and Armor are on the way) Additional Action Vehicles are on the way!!!

David: Yes!

Linda: (seeing the three Action Vehicles heading their way) Looks like we've got some extra help here, Alyssa!

Alyssa: Then, let's use it to send this cat back down the rabbit hole! Forming Action Comic Robo, Mariner-Gyro formation!

\*Then, the Action Comic Robo is formed, with the Comic Mariner and Comic Gyro forming the arms in its place.\*

Linda: Now, c'mon! Let's help our friends out!

\*Just when the Mad Catter was about to slice the AGSR right down the middle, the ACR comes in, and gives her a good right hook to her face, causing her to fall over.\*

Mad Catter: (seeing both Robos) Ah, twice the Robos, double the fun for me! (gets back up, and continues to attack them)

\*Then, the Mad Catter starts fighting both Robos with her axe. As she strikes the ACR with it, the AGSR comes in, and punches it away, allowing the ACR to kick her in the stomach. Then, the Mad Catter thrusts her axe at the AGSR, but it was able to sidestep out of the way, and it throws a quick jab at her face. Then, the ACR proceeds to use the Comic Gyro's propeller to slice the axe in half, and it did just that, leaving the Mad Catter completely unarmed.\*

Mad Catter: No! My vorpal weapon went snicker-snack!

Alyssa: Y'know, I'm getting REALLY tired of her referencing Lewis Carol's work so much!

David: Y'know something, Alyssa! I agree! So, let's send this mad kitty back to the comics!

Comicgers: Right!

\*David inputs the code for the Twin Astro Gold Blades, and after they appeared on AGSR's forearms, it starts flying up into the sky, brandishing both swords.\*

Comicgers: Twin Astro Gold Blades! Final Attack!

\*Then, the AGSR starts flying down as the Twin Blades start glowing a bright gold glow. It spins around to perform its final attack, and as it comes back down to the ground, it slashes through the Mad Catter, slicing her right down the middle.\*

Mad Catter: They left me dead, and with my head, they went gallumping back! (falls down and explodes, sending her spirit back to the comics)

\*Meanwhile, Steve and Maple were battling with Gelgieden, and they were luring her to the net that Gerald and Harold laid out for the Comicgers originally. As Gelgieden was lashing her sword whip at them, she failed to notice the pile of dead leaves that were hiding the net, and as soon as she jumps on them, she gets ensnared in the net.\*

Gelgieden: Hey! What the?!? Where'd this cargo net come from?

Steve + Maple: (confused as to where the net came from)

Steve: Did you leave out a net to catch Gelgieden?

Maple: No. Did you?

Steve: No.

Maple: Well, regardless. We were able to beat Gelgieden once again!

Gelgieden: (feeling the throw pillows in the net) Hey! These throw pillows feel kinda nice. I might get used to this. ^^

Steve: Oh, boy! C'mon, let's head back with the others!

\*As Steve and Maple left Gelgieden in the net, and went back to the others, the spirit of the Mad Catter finds a copy of Comicgers Issue #52 on a newsstand, and gets zapped back into it. The next day at school, Monica and Katie were able to hand in their essays to Mrs. Ungerman for her to grade.\*

Mrs. Ungerman: (receiving the papers) Thank you, girls. I hope this wasn't very stressful for the two of you.

Monica: Well, actually, Mrs. Ungerman. It kinda was.

Katie: This was a pretty daunting task for us to begin with anyway.

Mrs. Ungerman: Oh. Well, sometimes, it's better to have an assignment finished than to have it be 100% perfect. I'm at least glad that you were able to finish this assignment on time. ^^ Now, please, take a seat.

Katie: Thanks, Mrs. Ungerman. ^^ (returns to her seat with Monica)

\*After school, Katie and Monica met up with the other Comicgers at Crystal Comics. Maple was busy buffering the store's floor, while David and the others were talking about various movies, and how the Mad Catter was one of the craziest monsters they've fought.\*

Steve: Okay, I'm just saying that I couldn't have WON the Oscar, but it still would've been nice to be nominated. ^^

David: (seeing the girls come in) Oh, there you are, girls!

William: So, how did the essays turn out?

Katie: Oh, it's awful. (takes out her graded essay) Monica and I got B+'s . ^^

Alyssa: Oh, that's great to hear.

Monica: It turns out that Mrs. Ungerman liked the comparisons we made between the original novel and the Disney movie. But, it still didn't match up with what she had in mind, so it wasn't good enough to get an A.

David: Oh, well. At least you were able to finish that assignment.

Katie: Yeah, that's what Mrs. Ungerman said to us. Sometimes it's better to just finish an assignment than to have it be perfect. ^^

David: Yeah. That's what my dad always told me as well.

Monica:

Linda: (getting another vision) Hold it, everyone! I'm starting to get another vision! I'm seeing a creature that's half rhino, half rabbit barging through the front door, and is being followed by a chicken!

\*Then, just like Linda said, Gerald and Harold (who was still dressed as the White Rabbit) barged right in through the front door, and quickly looked back outside to see if the Mad Catter was following them.\*

Harold: I think we lost her!

Gerald: Oh, what a relief.

Big Louie: (seeing Harold dressed as the White Rabbit) I'm almost afraid to ask.

Maple: This wouldn't have to be another of your crazy schemes to discover the Comicgers' true identities, is it?

Gerald: Well, it was at first, but then we got captured by some crazy cat monster dressed like the Mad Hatter, and we were turned into playing cards! I think she's gone, now!

Big Louie: (holds up the Paw Street Journal) Read this!

\*On the front page read "The Comicgers Do It Again!!! Crazy Wonderland-inspired monster defeated, and sent back to the comics." Needless to say, Gerald and Harold were pretty dumbfounded by this revelation.\*

Gerald: Oh. I knew that! I knew it all along.

Big Louie: And, you boys will do well to remember it.

Gerald: Oh, we will. And, you know what? That "Alice in Wonderland" story is a little too weird for my tastes. As of right now, Harold and I have gained a new literary interest! (puts on a Peter Pan hat) The adventures of Peter Pan.

Harold: Yeah! (removes his White Rabbit costume, revealing a Tinker Bell costume underneath it) Hey! Why am I the pixie?

Gerald: It was the only one in your size, dude.

Maple: Well, it DOES match your eyes.

Gerald: Yeah. But, enough talk! It's time we head for Neverland!

\*Then, Gerald and Harold start running off to find Neverland, while the Comicgers looked on with amused looks.\*

Paul: Could you have predicted THAT, Linda?

Linda: Even if I did, I'd be too embarrassed to share it with you.

Paul: Oh.

Maple: (coming by) Well, I'd say that Peter Pan's a much better story for them.

David: Why's that, Maple?

Maple: They never seem to grow up.

Monica: (finding that a little hypocritical) Hey! Neither do any of US!

\*Then, the Comicgers start laughing as Gerald and Harold keep "flying" around the store.\*

THE END