Going For Platinum (Transcript)

This is the 24th episode of Justice Squadron: Comicger

It started out as just another day at Crystal Comics, where William, Paul, Monica, and Katie were going about their normal routines, and browsing through the store as usual. However, there was one thing on their minds: the true identity of their newest ally, Comic Platinum. Who is she under the helmet? How did she find the Platinum Turner? And, why did she decide to help the Comicgers in the first place? It's been shaking them up for a while, but Stanley told them to just go about their day as normal. William was busy looking at the action figures, when Maple came up to him to ask him if he needs any help.\*

Maple: Hi there, William. Need help looking for something?

William: (turning around to see Maple) Oh, hey Maple. No, thanks. I'm just lookin'.

Maple: Okay. (notices that he has a troubled look on his face) However, I can't help but notice that something's on your mind.

William: Oh, it's nothing.  I just had a long day at practice today. I'm... kinda exhausted.

Maple: Alright, then. ^^ If you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask little ol' me. Okay?

William: Okay. ^^

\*As Maple walks off to sweep up the floor, David and Steve enter the store with a folder containing some information they found about Comic Platinum. They met up with the other Comicgers over by the reading lounge, and they begin to discuss how they're going to find Comic Platinum.\*

Katie: Hey, guys! Did you find anything on Comic Platinum?

David: A bit, but not much. Steve and I looked at the security video outside the building again, and we managed to get a few more clues.

Paul: Okay. Let's hear it, then.

Steve: Well, when I first met her, she stopped Rozoson from killing me, but she was apologetic about interfering with my fight. I'm guessing whoever found the Platinum Turner isn't very good at combat.

Monica: Okay. Anything else you wanna throw at us?

Steve: And, after scanning the security camera when we were dealing with Terra Dillo, we learned that whoever took the Platinum Turner was wearing black shoes from Italy, has green eyes, and seems to be in her early thirties.

Katie: And, the last time we met her, she said that she'd rather spend her Saturdays making pottery and eating some Chinese takeout. So, whoever Comic Platinum is must REALLY like those things.

William: So, what have you guys learned, now?

David: Steve and I did another scan, and we discovered that the person who picked up the Platinum Turner is actually a wolf with long brown hair, and seems to be off Japanese descent. Oh, and she has a wedding ring on her left ring finger, indicating that she's married. That's all we can dig up for now!

Paul: Well, that narrows it down a bit. I can go search through the city records, and see if we can find a definitive match.

Steve: I'll go with you, Paul. They won't let anyone into the city records in the library without proper identification.

Paul: Good point, Steve.

David: In the meantime, the rest of us can help my dad go through the security camera, and see if we can get a clear enough visual on who picked up the Platinum Turner the other day.

Monica: Eh, might as well. I got no plans for the rest of the day.

William: Not to mention, I saw Mr. Chippendale working on a Mech for Comic Platinum last time we were at the studio. We should probably head back there, and check it out!

David: Fair enough, Will.

Paul: Totally. I think she could use one once she decides to join up with us.

Katie: Yeah.

\*Then, Gerald and Harold come in with a giant metal detector in hopes of finding Comic Platinum before the Comicgers do.\*

Gerald: It's genius, Harold! With this Platinum Detector that my cousin at ZooTech University made especially for us, we'll be able to find Comic Platinum, and unmask her before the Comicgers do! Once we do that, we'll be on the fast-track to fame and fortune!

Harold: (getting a feeling of impending doom) I dunno, Gerald. Seems like we could end up detecting something OTHER than Comic Platinum with that thing. What if we're near a music studio, or something?

Gerald: It's simple, Harold! I just set it to Comic Platinum, and not platinum records! (sets Platinum Detector to Comic Platinum) My cousin's thought of everything!

Maple: (seeing Gerald and Harold) Well, you boys really ARE desperate to get your 10 minutes of fame, are you?

Gerald: We don't wanna be famous for 10 minutes, Miss Howler. We wanna be famous for life! And, we think that finding out who the Comicgers really are could be the ticket to such things!

Maple: Well, then have you ever considered the possibility that if you unmasked the Comicgers, THEY might be the ones that'll become famous because of all they've done for this city, and not you? I'm just sayin'.

Harold: She's got a point, y'know.

Gerald: Uh, technically, no. But, it's worth a shot! Now, if you'll excuse me, I've got a platinum-clad hero to find! (starts searching the store for Comic Platinum)

Big Louie: (seeing them wielding the Platinum Detector) Careful with that! Don't knock anything over!

Gerald: (searching for Comic Platinum, but gets distracted by the new comics that came out) Oh, hey! A new issue of Watergirl! (drops the detector, and picks it up) Man, this chick rocks!

Harold: Uh, Gerald...?

Gerald: Quiet, Harold! Can't you see I'm busy?

\*Unbeknownst to Gerald, Maple goes over to the Platinum Detector, and sets it to "platinum keychains," and goes back to sweeping the floors. After flipping through the new Watergirl issue, Gerald goes back to the Platinum Detector, and sees it going crazy.\*

Gerald: A-HA!!! The Detector's found Comic Platinum! (picks it up) Let's go! Greatness awaits! (runs over to the keychain rack, and knocks it over with the Detector)

\*As the keychain rack falls on Gerald and Harold, the Comicgers look on to see what just happened.\*

Steve: What happened?!?

Monica: (pointing at Gerald and Harold) Gerald and Harold. THAT'S what happened.

Gerald: (getting back up all dazed and confused) Well, at least we know the Platinum Detector worked. X\_X

Harold: Sure do. X\_X

Big Louie: (approaching the two of them) I hope you're happy, you two. You just made a mess of my floor with my platinum keychains!

Gerald: Sorry, Big Louie.  (holds up a twenty) Will this twenty dollar bill for the new Watergirl issue patch things up?

Big Louie: (takes the twenty) Very well, then. But, I hope you boys know what you're getting into!

Gerald: Yeah, fame and fortune! C'mon, Harold! Let's go find Comic Platinum! (sees the detector set to "platinum keychains")

Harold: Uh, it's set on "platinum keychains," Gerald!

Gerald: I'm aware of that Harold. You don't have to remind me! (sets it back to Comic Platinum, and leaves the store with Harold)

Maple: (helping Big Louie with the keychain rack) They always like this?

Big Louie: Yeah, pretty much. But, at least they add some much-needed excitement in our mundane lives.

Maple: Oh, I can tell. ^^

\*As she was helping Big Louie, the Comicgers look on worried.\*

David: You guys hear that? Gerald and Harold are looking for Comic Platinum, too!

William: If they succeed, everyone will think it's a big publicity stunt from your dad!

Steve: In other words, we need to work fast! Let's head back to the studio, and get started right away!

Comicgers: Right!

\*The Comicgers then leave the store, and return to the studio to get started on finding Comic Platinum. Meanwhile, at Darkanos' fortress, Darkanos was waiting for any indication about the whereabouts of Comic Platinum, but he keeps coming up short. Rozoson enters the throne room to tell him that the Comicgers are still searching as well.\*

Rozoson: Master, the Comicgers are still searching for Comic Platinum as well. But, I managed to find some clues about her that could narrow down our search for her.

Darkanos: Well, let me see them, then.

Rozoson: (giving Darkanos a list of clues to pinpoint Comic Platinum's identity)

Darkanos: Alright, let's see here... (reads through the list of clues about her true identity) ....has green eyes.... no combat experience prior.... likes Chinese takeout..... a wolf with long brown hair.... So, these are the clues, huh?

Rozoson: I'm afraid so, sire.

Darkanos: Well, I'll have Blaludon go through the city records, and see if she can find a match. The sooner we figure out who this person is, the sooner we can destroy her, along with the other Comicgers.

Blaludon: Oh, good, my lord. I'll get started right away. ^^ (heads to the fortress' library to begin her research)

Rozoson: Also, there's one more pressing matter that I think needs to addressed: the Comicgers and us aren't the only ones trying to figure out Comic Platinum's true identity.

Darkanos: Well, then! Who else is trying to figure out Comic Platinum's true identity?

Rozoson: It's those two boys from Petropolis High School who are the classmates of the Comicgers. Apparently, they built a metal detector specifically to detect Comic Platinum, or anything made of platinum for that matter!

Darkanos: Those clowns? I'm not as concerned with those two, however. They couldn't find out who the Comicgers were even if they were standing right in front of them. But, scaring them off never gets old in my opinion. Rozoson, take Vistosam and Grunemitt with you to the city, and scare those boys off. After that, search the city for anyone who might be Comic Platinum.

Rozoson: Very well, then. (bows to Darkanos)

Vistosam: (coming in) Did I hear that Grunemitt and I will be joining Rozoson in looking for Comic Platinum?

Darkanos: You heard correct, Vistosam.

Vistosam: But, my liege, I have a question. What do we do once we discover who she is?

Darkanos: I'll have Infafre send down a monster to dispose of her once and for all. A nice, explosive monster should do the trick.

Rozoson: I'll summon him at once, Master! (turns to the stairs leading to the dungeon to call for Infafre) INFAFRE!!!!!!

Infafre: (coming upstairs to the throne room) Yes, Rozoson?

Rozoson: The master requires a monster for when we finish our search for Comic Platinum's true identity.

Darkanos: (approaching Infafre) Yes, Infafre. I require a monster that has an explosive personality. Probably one based off of a literal explosive, if we have one?

Infafre: Would you like this monster to join you in the search as well?

Darkanos: No. Only to destroy Comic Platinum as well as the other Comicgers once we discover her true identity.

Infafre: As you wish, master! In fact, I think I know just what you're referring to. I'll have him ready for you when you finish the search.  (heads back down to the dungeon to start preparing the monster)

Darkanos: Excellent! Soon, with the competition out of the way, I'LL be the one going for Platinum! (laughs evilly)

\*Meanwhile, back at the studio, the Comicgers were checking the security cameras again on the tracking system to see if there was something they missed about the person who took the Platinum Turner. Steve and Paul were at the library's hall of records trying to find someone who matches the clues they have.\*

David: Found anything, guys?

Katie: (checking the video back and forth) Nothing that we don't already know. I guess at this point, it's up to Paul and Steve now.

Monica: Yeah, it's pretty much a longshot as to who Comic Platinum is, now!

David: I'm afraid so.

Stanley: (carrying his sketch book) Forget the video for now. Come over here. I'd like to show you kids something. ^^

William: Okay, sure. We could use a break to take our mind off of this whole Comic Platinum business.

\*They get off the tracking system, and go over to Stanley's desk so he can show them what he's drawn.\*

Stanley: Okay, kids! What I've drawn up is the Mech for Comic Platinum once she decides to join up with us. I call it the Platinum Rider. (shows the Comicgers the sketch of the Platinum Rider)

\*The Platinum Rider was a motorcycle Mech that looked like the Sketch Cycles but was bulkier and wider, for it can change into a Robo form itself. It also had gold highlights along its sides similar to Comic Platinum's gold décor on her suit. There was also a seat in the middle for the Action Comic Robo or the Liberty Comic Robo to sit in it, and drive as well, creating a new Robo combination.\*

Monica: Ooooooooooo!!!!! Comic Platinum's got a sweet motorcycle Mech! All I got is a silly fighter jet.

Katie: Looks like someone's got a little Mech envy.

Monica: Stop it! >////////////<

Stanley: I can tell. The Platinum Rider can travel up to 300 mph, and can shoot lasers out of its back end! And, in Robo form, it has two quick draw laser pistols that can fire lasers that can reduce any target to ashes. That means that once the monsters get shot by these bad boys, their return to the comics is definitely assured!

David: Really sweet, Dad!

Stanley: Thanks, David. But, without Comic Platinum, none of us can pilot it. Not even Steve!

David: Yes, unfortunately.

Stanley: What's taking them so long anyway? I figured they'd be back by now!

Monica: Have you SEEN the library's hall of records? Searching for the info you need in there is like trying to find a needle in a haystack.

\*Meanwhile, at the Petropolis Public Library's hall of records, Paul and Steve were looking through the city's records to see if they could find the person who took the Platinum Turner. Steve enters the clues they have into the hall's archive computer, and he got some pretty surprising results.\*

Steve: Ah! There's about 106,417 female wolves with brown hair and green eyes in their early thirties living in Petropolis, Paul!

Paul: (looking through a book of citizens in Petropolis) Oh, great! Now, see if you can find any females wolves that like to wear black Italian shoes, have interests in pottery, love eating Chinese takeout, and are married.

Steve: Okay! (inputs the data into the computer, and finds a couple more likely candidates) Great! We have about 57,148 likely candidates here!

Paul: Good! I'm looking to see if there are any people of Japanese descent living here in Petropolis. (goes through the book, and finds a couple names) I think I've found just a couple Japanese people living here in Petropolis.

Steve: Are any of them wolves?

Paul: Only about 842 of them are wolves, Steve.

Steve: I'll see if I can input that into the computer. (inputs the Japanese descent clue into the computer to see if he has a match)

\*Suddenly, they get a buzz on their Comic Turners, indicating that there's trouble in Petropolis. Before he could narrow down who Comic Platinum is, Paul decides to answer his Comic Turner, despite not having all the information.\*

Paul: What's up, Mr. C?

Stanley: "There's trouble brewing at the shopping center, Paul! Rozoson, Vistosam, and Grunemitt are causing chaos there! They must be looking for Comic Platinum, as well. You two better hi-tail it over there, and try and stop them! The others are on their way over there right now!"

Paul: Don't worry, Mr. C! We're on our way! (cuts the feed) Oh, man! We don't have all the data, but we gotta go, Steve!

Steve: Wait, Paul! I've just discovered that there's only 48 female wolves of Japanese descent living in Petropolis! It's still not enough, but it definitely helps out. ^^ Okay, let's go!

Paul: Yeah!

\*Paul and Steve then left the library, and headed on over to the shopping center. While there, Rozoson, Vistosam, and Grunemitt were searching through the stores looking for Comic Platinum, but kept coming up short.\*

Grunemitt: That cursed Comic Platinum has got to be one of these people based on the clues we were given!

Rozoson: (coming out of a nearby lingerie store) I didn't find any matches in this store!

Vistosam: (snickering at the lingerie dangling from Rozoson's horned helmet)

Rozoson: What?

Vistosam: My apologies, Rozoson. But, I don't think they're your right size.

Rozoson: (looking up to see the lingerie) Darn it!  (removes the lingerie, and throwing it back into the store) Regardless, let's keep searching!

\*As the continued their search, David, William, Monica, and Katie show up to try and stop them.\*

David: Not so fast, Rozoson! You and your comic book pals are never gonna find Comic Platinum!

William: Yeah! Well, not before WE do, anyway.

Rozoson: Well, it's not Comic Platinum, but I need something to take my anger out on since we're not having much luck! (draws his spear)

Grunemitt: (drawing his swords) For once, I agree! PARAXIS, ARISE!!!!!

\*Then, a couple of Paraxis materialize in front of the three villains.\*

Grunemitt: Put these children out of their misery!

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

Comicgers: (holding up their Comic Turners as they convert to their original forms) Comic Powers! Turn On! (flick the on switch on the Comic Turners, and morph into their Ranger forms as they charge at the Paraxis)

\*Then, the Comicgers start fighting the Paraxis, Rozoson, Grunemitt, and Vistosam. David draws his Sketch Blade, and slashes away at a few incoming Paraxis as Rozoson charges in at him with his spear. William uses his Sketch Hammer to bat away some Paraxis, and Grunemitt starts coming at him with his swords. He slashes away at William with them, but William uses his Sketch Hammer to block the strikes. The girls were using their Sketch Weapons to keep a couple of Paraxis at bay. Katie uses her Sketch-A-Rangs to down some Paraxis, while Monica uses her Sketch Bow to fire arrows at them. Then, Vistosam comes at them with his rapier, and they were able to draw their Art Lasers in sword mode, and fend him off.\*

Vistosam: You ladies might as well give up. You'll never find your precious Comic Platinum!

Monica: Oh, yeah, we will! Just watch us! (thrusts her Art Laser at him)

Katie: Nice one, Monica! (thrusts hers at him as well)

\*As they continued to fight with Vistosam, David uses his Sketch Blade to block the attacks from Rozoson's spear. The more David blocked the attacks, the angrier Rozoson seemed to be getting.\*

Rozoson: STOP TOYING WITH ME, BOY!!!!

David: Aw, why not? It's more fun that way!

Rozoson: (growls and breaths fire at David)

David: (back-flipping to avoid the fire, and strikes at Rozoson with his Sketch Blade)

\*As they continued fighting, William and Grunemitt continued trading blows with their weapons. But, it seems that Grunemitt's swords were no match for the power of William's Sketch Hammer.\*

Grunemitt: Grrrrrrr. My blades may not be strong enough to best your hammer, but I won't back down!

William: Seriously, dude. When has THAT ever worked out for you? (swings his hammer at him)

\*As the Comicgers continued fighting, Paul and Steve, already morphed, arrive just in time with their weapons drawn as well. Paul jumps in to bail out William by whacking his Sketch Escrimas at Grunemitt's carapace, while Grunemitt tries to fight back with his swords.\*

William: 'Bout time you showed up!

Paul: Yeah, sorry.  You wouldn't BELIEVE the traffic! Now, let's squash this bug!

William: Yeah!

Grunemitt: Come give it a try! (swings his swords at Paul as he blocks the attacks)

\*Meanwhile, Steve has his Holo-Shield activated, and was using it to block the blows from Rozoson's spear. He then proceeds to kick at Rozoson repeatedly, allowing David to strike at him again with his spear.\*

Rozoson: Two against one? Those seem like bad odds!

Steve: Well, when you're fighting scum like you, risks have to be taken! (elbows Rozoson in the gut)

\*They continued fighting for quite some time. Just when they thought the Comicgers had them beat, Grunemitt summons more Paraxis to keep them preoccupied while they continued the search.\*

Grunemitt: Platinum or not, the Comicgers are STILL a nuisance!

Vistosam: Agreed! We'll let the Paraxis finish this up while continue searching for Comic Platinum!

\*As they continued their search, the Paraxis begin fighting the Comicgers, and it seems they were having a bit of trouble with them this time.\*

Katie: (throwing her Sketch-A-Rangs) They seem a bit tougher than before! If there's ever a time to ask for Comic Platinum's help, this would be it!

Paul: Yeah! (whacks a Paraxi with his Sketch Escrima) Her help would be very appreciated right now!

\*Then, as Rozoson, Grunemitt, and Vistosam continue their search, Comic Platinum appears, and cuts them off from their intended path.\*

Comic Platinum: Hey! I heard you three were looking for me!

Rozoson: Yes! Master Darkanos wants to unmask you so we can destroy you properly!

Comic Platinum: Uh... I think I might have to take a rain check on that! Besides, why would Darkanos want to know who I am under this helmet? Half the fun of being a superhero is not knowing who I am.

Grunemitt: THAT TEARS IT!!!

\*Then, the three bad guys charge at Comic Platinum, and she flips out of the way, and blasts them with her Platinum Rifle. She then sees the other Comicgers in trouble, and decides to go help them.\*

Comic Platinum: Sorry to fight and run, but I should go help my new friends! In the meantime, you three could use a time-out! (blasts them to the ground with her Platinum Rifle) Buh-bye!  (runs off to help the others)

Rozoson: I hate that woman.

Comic Platinum: (running towards the Paraxis, and blasts the Paraxis surrounding the Comicgers, bailing them out)

David: 'Bout time you showed up!

Comic Platinum: Yeah! I couldn't find my Platinum Turner.  Sorry about that.

Steve: No matter! We're glad you were able to help us!

Comic Platinum: (thanks for everything)

\*Then, the Comicgers continued to fight the Paraxis until they were all defeated and dematerialized. Then, Rozoson, Grunemitt, and Vistosam confront them again.\*

Rozoson: You may have bested us THIS time, Comic Platinum! But, mark my words! We WILL find out who you are! (disappears back to Darkanos' fortress with Grunemitt and Vistosam)

Monica: Man, that was WAY too close.

Katie: Thanks again for helping us out, Comic Platinum. But, we just have one question on our minds: Who are you?

Comic Platinum: (feeling embarrassed) Oh, dear. Do you REALLY wanna know?

William: Yes, actually. We'd like you to join the team, but we can't do that unless we know who it is under that platinum helmet.

Comic Platinum: (unsure about this) Well, I dunno.

David: Oh, c'mon. It can't be THAT bad. In fact, we'll even show you who WE are. Ready, guys?

Comicgers: (nods)

\*Then, the Comicgers remove their helmets, showing Comic Platinum who they were underneath the helmets.\*

Comic Platinum: (surprised) YOU KIDS?!? You're the kids from Crystal Comics!!! I just started working there not to long ago!

Steve: How would YOU know?

Comic Platinum: Because... (eventually giving in) I was hiding in plain sight from you there. ^^ (removes her helmet, revealing her true identity)

\*The Comicgers were all in shock to learn that Comic Platinum was....\*

Comicgers: MAPLE HOWLER?!?!?!?!?

Maple: Ta-da!

Paul: I don't believe this!!! You never struck me as the karate-fighting superhero type!

Maple: Me neither! I found the Platinum Turner, and became Comic Platinum to try and connect with the younger hip crowd. ^^ I'm actually quite young and lovely for my age. ^^

William: I can see that!

David: But, how did you come by the Platinum Turner in the first place?

Maple: I'll tell you when you take me back to your secret headquarters or whatever you guys call it these days.

Steve: You mean the studio? Oh, yeah, sure! Follow us!

Maple: Sure. (follows them and starts thinking to herself) "Oh, man. I think I might've found a bunch of kids I can finally connect to."

\*Maple then follows the Comicgers back to the studio so they can hear her story. Meanwhile, at Darkanos' fortress, Darkanos wasn't really happy to hear that Rozoson, Grunemitt, and Vistosam were unsuccessful in unmasking Maple earlier.\*

Darkanos: She was right there, you fools! You had one chance to pull off that helmet, and uncover who she truly was! And, you blew it! Now, the Comicgers will be even MORE difficult to defeat!

Rozoson: Sir, it was Grunemitt's fault. If he hadn't charged in head first, we would've been able to figure it out easily!

Grunemitt: Hey! >: (

Darkanos: Well, regardless! I hope Infafre has that monster ready soon!

\*Then, Infafre comes back upstairs from the dungeon with the new monster.\*

Darkanos: Ah! It's about time you showed up, Infafre! Is the new monster ready?

Infafre: Oh, yes, Master. He definitely has an explosive personality, and any wrong move could have him explode in an instant! I present to you... Grenador, the Living Grenade!

\*Then, a monster resembling a green pineapple grenade with a silver head with the grenade pin in it, and some robotic limbs comes into the throne room, and starts throwing a few mini-grenades at some incoming Paraxis to demonstrate his power.\*

Grenador: How's THAT, master?

Darkanos: Very nice. ^^

Infafre: However, I should warn anyone NOT to pull out his pin! (points at the pin on Grenador's head) Because THAT will set off his explosive chain reaction immediately, and we, I'm referring to both the Comicgers AND us, will all be dead!

Grenador: Seriously! I've got enough power to level a city block!

Darkanos: Objection noted! We need to make sure neither side reaches that pin!

Rozoson: Allow me to protect it, my lord! I'll make sure no one touches it!

Darkanos: Very well, then. Grenador, I'd like you to go down to Petropolis, and cause as much chaos as you can to lure out the Comicgers. They have a new ally on their team: Comic Platinum, and I'd like to know who she is so I can destroy her properly!

Grenador: You got it, master!

Darkanos: And, remember! No one is to touch that pin!

Rozoson: Yes, my lord! We will not disappoint you! (disappears with Grenador to Petropolis)

Darkanos: Now, we will know for sure who Comic Platinum truly is. (laughs evilly)

\*Meanwhile, the Comicgers, now fully de-morphed, escort Maple to the studio where Stanley was waiting for them while he was working on the Platinum Rider. Maple was in awe at how spacious the studio was, and she couldn't believe that she was standing in the private studio of the city's premiere comic book artist.\*

David: So, this is the private studio of my dad, where he works on the Comicgers comic books. But, ever since Darkanos escaped from the comics, it's become our base of operations in our battle against him. ^^

William: Yeah, it's not much. But, it's good enough for our needs.

Maple: Personally, I think it's awesome. ^^ It's like your own little space to get away from everything. I've never seen anything like it.

Stanley: (getting up from his desk, and seeing Maple) Why, thank you for the compliment. ^^ And, I take it you're Comic Platinum, huh?

Maple: Yup, that's me. ^^ And, I suppose you're all wondering how I got my hands on the Platinum Turner in the first place, huh?

Steve: Actually, yes. We kinda are. ^^

Monica: (going over to the tracking system, and bringing up the video of Maple taking the Platinum Turner as it fell from the studio) And, you can start by explaining this, ma'am. (plays the video in front of Maple)

Maple: Oh, yeah.  I was on my way home from my first full day at Crystal Comics when I saw this strange watch thing fall to the ground. Out of morbid curiousity, I picked it up.

Monica: You only picked it up because it was shiny, wasn't it?

Maple: Yeah.

Monica: Thought so.

Katie: So, then what happened?

Maple: Well......

\*We flashback to the day Maple picked up the Platinum Turner, and returned home to her apartment to try and figure out how it works.\*

Maple (voiceover): "When I got home from work, I was looking at this strange-looking watch very closely to see how it works. I knew it couldn't tell time because there was no clock on it. Only this weird "on-off" setting. I was totally dumbfounded by this discovery."

Maple: Man, this is one strange looking piece of hardware! I don't think I've ever seen a watch like this before. (scratches her head) But, I'd like to try it on to see how it looks on my wrist. ^^ (goes over to the mirror, and puts it on her wrist) Hmmmmm. It kinda looks good on me. ^^

Maple (voiceover): "While I was admiring the Turner, I was curious to see what the 'on-off' switch did. So, I gave it a flick, and what happened next, I couldn't believe it."

\*Then, Maple flicks the on switch on the Platinum Turner, and then, without warning, suddenly morphs into Comic Platinum for the first time.\*

Maple (voiceover): "Then, without warning, I transformed into some kind of superhero with a platinum costume! My face was covered up with a helmet so I didn't know where I was going when I tried walking around.  So, I took the helmet off to get some air, and realized that this watch can turn me into this superhero whenever I wanted.\*

Maple: (flicking the off switch on the Platinum Turner, and de-morphing to her regular attire) Man, that was freaky! (starts feeling a surge of power she's never felt before) And, yet for some weird reason, I feel a surge of power flowing through my body like I've never felt before.

Maple (voiceover): "It wasn't until a few minutes later when I read a news article about the Comicgers, and decided that I should probably use these powers to help people out. But, as you kids probably guessed, I obviously wasn't the heroine type. I mean, I'm just a simple hard-working she-wolf from Meowton who likes eating Chinese takeout, and watching 'Lord of the Pigs.' I just don't see myself going out there, saving people from evil doers. But, since I have this thing on my wrist, I might as well make the most of it."

\*We then cut to a montage of Maple secretly going out at night and using her Comic Platinum powers to stop burglars, drug dealers, and vandals running around Petropolis. She had very little combat knowledge, as most of the stuff she knew she just got from kung fu movies, and superhero TV shows, but she was able to get out of those situations pretty easily. While she was proud of the work she did, she felt like this power should be used for a greater purpose.\*

Maple (voiceover): "So, I used the power to stop some street-level punks, and I was feeling good that I'm doing something to give back to the city. But, I felt like this power should be used to fight a greater evil than that. So, after seeing the Comicgers comic books skyrocketing in sales, I decided to find the real Comicgers, and help them in fighting the monsters that were terrorizing Petropolis!"

\*Then, we get a montage of scenes from the previous two episodes, where Maple was using her Comic Platinum powers to help the Comicgers out when they were fighting Gas Master and Terra Dillo. While she still wasn't confident with her new powers, she still managed to help them out because she knew it was the right thing to do.\*

Maple (voiceover): "I still was pretty unsure about the whole 'monster-battling' stuff, but whenever I saw you guys in trouble, I couldn't help but jump in and bail you out. And, I'm pretty sure you went on a wild goose chase trying to figure out who I was after that."

\*The flashback ends, and the Comicgers couldn't believe Maple's story.\*

Paul: Wow! That's some story you got, Miss Howler.

Maple: Please, call me Maple. I insist.

Katie: Okay... Maple!  So, if you were so uncertain about your newfound powers, you might want to hand them back to Mr. Chippendale. We can find someone else, if you want. ^^

Maple: Oh, no! I think I'm getting the hang of this Comicger stuff. Besides, you kids have seen me in action before. I'm sure you'd like to keep me on board.

Paul: Well, let's see what they think.

David: Well, I personally she should stick around. She's definitely more than proved herself to us in dealing with those freaks. ^^

William: I agree. Maple's got the spirit of a fighter, even though she doesn't want to fight.

Monica: Eh, sure. At least we could use more girls on the team.

Steve: After what you showed us, Miss Howler, I say we keep you around. You would make a fine asset to the team.

Maple: Great! Besides, I've always wanted to connect with the younger generation. So, I think that fighting monsters while wearing spandex would definitely be a good start to do so.

Stanley: (getting defensive) THAT IS NOT SPANDEX!!!!!! The Comicgers' suits are made from a highly durable fiber that withstand any form of punishment thrown at them!

David: (whispers to Maple) In other words: spandex.

Stanley: I heard that, David!

David: (shrugs)

\*Then, the tracking system goes off, indicating that Rozoson and Grenador are in the city causing chaos.\*

Stanley: Hold it, kids! It seems that Rozoson's back to cause trouble in Petropolis. (seeing Grenador) And, it seems he's got company, too!

William: Hey, it's Grenador! From Comicgers Issue #9! If his pin gets pulled out of his head, the explosion will set off a chain reaction, destroying everything in the radius, regardless of whether or not your good or evil!

Paul: Then, let's make sure nobody pulls out that pin!

Monica: You don't have to tell ME twice!

Stanley: However, the small explosives he throws can be just as deadly as the one he has planned out! So, regardless, you kids better stay on your toes!

David: You got it, Dad!

Maple: I'm going with you kids! This could be my big moment right here!

Steve: Say no more, Miss Howler! C'mon!

\*Then, Maple follows the Comicgers to the elevator, and joins them in engaging Rozoson and Grenador. Meanwhile, in the downtown area, everyone was running away from Grenador's grenades as he throws them at them, exploding on impact.\*

Grenador: Ah! Nothing like seeing a nice explosion on a lovely day!

Rozoson: And, I'm certain this explosions will be enough to draw out the Comicgers, as WELL as their new friend Comic Platinum!

\*Then, the Comicgers quickly arrive on the scene, and confront Rozoson and Grenador.\*

David: Hey, Rozoson! I always knew you had a short fuse, but this is taking it a bit too far!

Rozoson: (quickly seeing the Comicgers) Spare me the jokes, boy! (suddenly sees Maple) Huh? I never seem this young woman before. (starts putting two and two together) Wait! YOU'RE Comic Platinum, aren't you?

Maple: Who were you expecting? Samus Aran?

Steve: (not knowing who Samus is) Who?

Katie: We'll tell you later, Steve.

Rozoson: Well, either way, you won't be so lucky with Grenador here!

Grenador: Yeah! (pulls out his grenades) I'm about to blow you all away!

David: And, you thought MY jokes stunk? That was awful. Let's just do this!

\*Then, the Comicgers hold up their Comic Turners, and Maple starts holding up her Platinum Turner to join in.\*

Comicgers: Comic Turners, activate! (the Comic Turners convert to their original forms) Comic Powers!

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

Maple: (flicking the on switch on her Platinum Turner) Platinum Powers!

Comicgers: Turn On! (flick the on switch on their Comic Turners, and morph into their Ranger forms)

David: Justice for all! Comic Red! (does his Ranger pose)

William: Justice for all! Comic Blue! (does his Ranger pose)

Paul: Justice for all! Comic Green! (does his Ranger pose)

Monica: Justice for all! Comic Yellow! (does her Ranger pose)

Katie: Justice for all! Comic Pink! (does her Ranger pose)

Steve: Fighting for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness! Comic Liberty! (does his Ranger pose)

Maple: Shining for all hope! Comic Platinum! (does her Ranger pose)

Comicgers: Fighting for what's right, with all our might! Justice Squadron: Comicger! (posing, and causing an explosion behind them)

Rozoson: PARAXIS, ARISE!!!! (summons a couple of Paraxis in front of him and Grenador) ATTACK!!!

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

Maple: You guys deal with these bugbrains! I'm going after the walking grenade!

David: You got it, Maple! Remember, don't pull out the pin!

Maple: You got it!

\*The Comicgers all draw their Sketch Weapons, and charge at the Paraxis as they begin to fend them off. Elsewhere, Gerald and Harold were using their Platinum Detector out on the streets, looking for Maple in her Comic Platinum suit. But, so far, they were coming up short.\*

Gerald: Nothing! How can we come up with nothing, when we were highly specific about what to look for?

Harold: Are you sure that thing is working right?

Gerald: I'm positive! Maybe she just up and left town.

\*Then, the detector starts picking up Maple's signature, and it leads Gerald and Harold right to the fight between the Comicgers and the Paraxis. They were watching the fight going on, and Gerald couldn't believe that the Comicgers got to Maple first.\*

Gerald: Yes! I knew this thing wasn't broken!

Harold: So, now what?

Gerald: Let's wait until they finish up, and go on over to Comic Platinum! That way, we can unmask all seven of them!

Harold: Good idea, Gerald!

\*They crouch down and watch as the Comicgers continued to do battle with the Paraxis. During the fight, Monica was firing a few arrows from her Sketch Bow at the Paraxis, while Steve leaps towards them, and thrusts his Holo-Shield into them. Katie then throws her Sketch-A-Rangs at a couple of Paraxis that were heading towards her, and William swings his Sketch Hammer like a golf club to whack a Winged Paraxi that was headed towards him.\*

William: FORE!!! (hits the Paraxi, sending it flying into the spot where Gerald and Harold were hiding) Hmph. I'll never call golf a dull game again. ^^

\*As the Paraxi lands on Gerald's Platinum Detector and dematerializes, it accidentally sets the detector to "platinum records," and sends Gerald and Harold to a nearby recording studio where they barged in on a recording session that the Hunky Monkeys were in for their newest album, and it caused the two of them to crash into the wall, causing some platinum records to fall on their heads.\*

Gerald: Not the kinda platinum I was hoping for.

Hunky Monkey #1: Hey, dude! You threw off our recording session!

Hunky Monkey #2: Yeah! We had to go through twenty takes for it!

Hunky Monkey #3: So, whaddaya gotta say about THAT?

Gerald: Uh..... I love your music?

\*Then, the Hunky Monkeys picked up Gerald and Harold, and threw them in the nearest dumpster. Back at the fight, Paul was tumbling out of the way of the Paraxis' laser blasts, and whacks a couple of them with his Sketch Escrimas, particularly in the knee caps. David has his Sketch Blade out, and after fending off a couple of Paraxis, Rozoson charges at him with his spear and he keeps blocking the strikes from it.\*

Rozoson: One of these days, boy, you will be too weak to defeat me, and I will come at you to deliver the final blow!

David: Or, you could just surrender.  (slashes his Sketch Blade at him)

\*Meanwhile, Maple was fighting with Grenador trying to avoid pulling out his pin. Grenador throws a roundhouse kick at her, which she dodges, and follows up with a back fist strike. Grenador then decides to throw his grenades at Maple, and as they explode, she flips forward, and sweep kicks him in the legs, making him fall over. He gets back up, and punches at her, which she blocks with her Platinum Rifle, and uses it to whack him across the head with it.\*

Grenador: Hey, aren't you supposed to shoot with that thing?

Maple: Oh, I got this all worked out! (aims her Platinum Rifle, and powers it) Platinum Rifle, Power Up! Ready! Aim! (locks onto Grenador) FIRE!!!! (fires a huge blast of Platinum energy at Grenador, causing him to get flung backwards by an explosion)

Grenador: (landing on his back, and checking the pin to see if it's still in place) Oh, good. The pin STILL hasn't been pulled. If it was, we'd ALL be in trouble.

Blaludon: (appearing beside him) Well, then. Let's increase the blast radius, shall we? (blows one of her magic kisses, making him grow)

Grenador: Now, I'm the biggest bomb around!

Maple: (seeing how big Grenador got) Oh, great! Now, the monster's grown, and I don't have a Mech to battle him with!

William: (joining Maple with the others) Well, Mr. Chippendale has something in the works for you, but we're not sure on its current status yet!

Stanley: (contacting the Comicgers) "As a matter of fact, kids! I've just finished! Get ready, Maple, 'cause you're about to meet the Platinum Rider!"

\*Back at the studio, Stanley uses the gemstone on his pencil to bring the finished Platinum Rider into the real world. Once it hit the streets, it revved up and quickly arrived at the Comicgers' current location.\*

Maple: Oh, sweet!  Thanks, Mr. Chippendale! (cuts the feed) Okay, you guys stay here, and help David deal with Rozoson! This grenade is mine!

Katie: Sure thing, Maple! C'mon, guys! (goes back with the others to help David fight Rozoson)

\*Maple then leaps into the Platinum Rider, and begins to log on.\*

Maple: (liking the cockpit of the Platinum Rider) Oooooooooo. Now, this is REALLY sweet! Now, to blow that grenade away!

\*Then, Maple revs up the Platinum Rider and zooms towards Grenador as he throws his grenades at her. As she dodges, she starts firing the missiles in the back of the Rider, and it hits Grenador on the spot.\*

Grenador: OW!!!! Hey!

Maple: YES!!!!! Direct hit! (seems a sharp turn ahead) Uh-oh! (swerves towards it, causing the Platinum Rider to collapse on the ground, slide underneath Grenador) Guess I hadn't gotten the kinks worked out.

Stanley: (contacting Maple) "Maple! There's one more surprise the Platinum Rider has in store. Push that big red button, and in an instant, you rider will become the Platinum Rider Robo! Go on. Give it a try!"

Maple: Okay, Mr. C. (pushes the big red button, and starts forming the Platinum Rider Robo) Form Platinum Rider Robo!

\*Then, the back wheels hit the ground, and form feet and legs. The front wheels break apart and form the arms and hands. As the windshield lowers to form the chest piece, the head comes out, completing the transformation into Platinum Rider Robo.\*

Maple: (not believing her eyes) Oh my gosh!!! This is incredible! Now, I just gotta figure out how to drive this thing! Let's see here... (fiddles with the controls, trying to get the PRR to walk) Right foot! Left foot! Right foot! Left foot! I think I got it! (walks over to Grenador, who begins to charge at her)

Grenador: I'm gonna blast that thing to Kingdom Come! (starts throwing his grenades at the PRR)

\*The PRR quickly uses the wheels on the heels of its feet to swerve out of the way of the grenades, and it speeds past Grenador as he tries to punch it. Then, the PRR starts kicking away at Grenador, and Grenador was able to trip the PRR, making it fall to the ground.\*

Maple: Hey! That's not very sporty!

Grenador: You're fighting one of Darkanos' monsters! What did you expect? (prepares to drop a grenade on the PRR)

Maple: (looking around, and seeing a shiny green button to her left) Hey, what's this do? (pushes the button)

\*Then, a large laser blaster comes out of the PRR's right leg, and it quickly grabs it, and blasts the grenade before it even made contact with it.\*

Grenador: What?!? But, how?!?

Maple: Oh, cool! I wonder what other tricks this baby has!  (pushes a button on her right, and the other blaster comes out and she starts shooting away Grenador)

\*After shooting at Grenador, the PRR pistol whips the blasters at Grenador. He tries to get his grenades back out to blow up the PRR, but it shoots the grenades out of his hands in mere seconds.\*

Grenador: Hey! That's not very sporty!

Maple: There! Now, we're even! Now, it's time for you to go back to the comics, or whatever happens to you guys! Anyway, Platinum Rider Twin Blasters! FINAL ATTACK! (revs up her controls)

\*Then, the PRR aims the Twin Blasters at Grenador, and locks on target.\*

Maple: FIRE!!!!! (fires the Twin Blasters at Grenader, which leave a hole inside his mid-section)

Grenador: Darn it!!! I've gone and blown it this time! (falls down and explodes, sending his spirit back to the comics)

\*Meanwhile, the other Comicgers were fighting Rozoson when they saw Grenador starting to return to the comics. Luckily, David quickly pulls up a copy of Issue #9, and Grenador's spirit was zapped back into it.\*

Rozoson: (pushing William aside, and seeing Grenador being sent back to the comics) AUUGGGGHHHHH!!!!! Another monster defeated by your hands!

David: Actually, Rozoson! It was by Maple's hand that Grenador was sent back to the comics! And, if you're lucky, you'll probably be next!

Rozoson: Fat chance of THAT happening! I'll be back! And, next time, you children will surely fall! (disappears in flames back to Darkanos' fortress)

David: (looking up at the PRR) Welcome to the club, Maple!

Maple: (celebrating her first victory with the Comicgers) Yes!

\*Back at Darkanos' fortress, Darkanos wasn't happy about Grenador's defeat, but he quickly brushed it aside knowing that the true identity of Comic Platinum has been revealed.\*

Darkanos: Another failure! I should've known. But, at least no one pulled out his pin.

Rozoson: I agree, my lord. If that were to happen, it would've been disastrous!

Darkanos: Yes. And, now, we know who Comic Platinum is. The perky young wolf woman that's now working at Crystal Comics. Fascinating.

Rozoson: Master, with your permission, I'd like to destroy Comic Platinum now that we know who she is.

Darkanos: In due time, Rozoson. (walks off) Enjoy your victory now, Comicgers! For very soon, you will all drop down to your knees and beg for my mercy! (clenches his fist in anger, making it glow purple)

\*Later, back at the studio, David had just put away his copy of Comicgers Issue #9 after they got back from dealing with Grenador.\*

David: There! One less monster to worry about. ^^

Stanley: You kids really did a number on that monster.

David: Actually, Dad. Maple was the one who took care of the monster while the rest of us were dealing with Rozoson. SHE'S the one to thank. ^^

Stanley: Very true. I should tell her that myself. ^^

Katie: Speaking of Maple, where is she?

\*Then, Maple comes in from the elevator carrying a tray with a nice, warm pumpkin pie on it which she baked herself to celebrate her first victory with the Comicgers.\*

Maple: Hey, kids! I baked this nice, yummy pumpkin pie to celebrate my inclusion into the team. ^^ (puts the pie down on a counter, and pulls out some plates, knives, and forks for the pie) Hope you enjoy it. ^^

Comicgers: Yummo! (grab some plates, and start forming a line in front of the pie)

Monica: (noticing there's no whipped cream) What? No whipped cream?

Maple: Oh, my bad.  (pulls out the whipped cream, and places it next to the pie)

Monica: That's better. ^^ (cuts a piece of the pie, and starts putting whipped cream on it)

William: So, Maple, the clues we got made us think you were of Japanese descent. Are you?

Maple: Yes, actually. ^^ I actually moved to America because I thought this country would offer me some more opportunities to expand my life beyond just being a simple kimono wearing girl. Not to mention, I think it'd be a better place to raise my daughter. ^^

Paul: Your daughter?

Steve: So, you ARE married! Who is it that your married too?

Maple: A fellow by the name of Samuel Thorndyke. You may know him better as "Wreckage."

Katie: (remembering something) Say, didn't we fight this Wreckage guy a few months ago?

David: Yeah! You're married to him?

Maple: Yeah, and I gave birth to Sinthia when I was only 15 years old. Can you believe that?

William: Not really.

Monica: So, Sinthia's the name of your daughter, huh?

Maple: Yup. ^^ However, Sam became more focused with wanting to rule the world than to spend time with me. But, I quickly got over it, and I'm now living a happy life working part time to pay my bills, and what not. And, now that I've got this Platinum Turner, I guess my life is starting to get more exciting. I'd still like to live a regular life, though, but I think this would probably spice it up a little.

Steve: Well, not to worry. We don't judge you much in this team. ^^

Stanley: Precisely! You have proven to us time and time again that you have what it takes to be a Comicger! And, for that, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Maple: Awww, you're welcome.  Guess I'm here to stay, huh?

David: Guess so. ^^

Maple: (big grin)

William: C'mon, gang! Let's get a shot of all seven Comicgers together!

\*Then, David gives Stanley his phone, and joins the other Comicgers as they group together for a nice group photo.\*

Stanley: Okay, you guys! (sets up the camera on the phone) Say "Justice Squadron: Comicger!"

Comicger: Justice Squadron: Comicger!

\*Then, Stanley takes the photo, and it comes out looking very nice with the Comicgers doing their Ranger poses, and smiling.\*

THE END