Do Not Ignore Me

**Do Not Ignore Me** is the fifth episode of the third season of TFAWPS. It is the fifty-seventh episode overall.

## Plot

Pink Panther begins an investigation into Pig King's isolation, becoming worried that something big is up his sleeve. He decides to bring Paco and the Rainbow Twins along, hoping to help them overcome their own isolationism. Agent Yellow, Bart, and Captain Cowboy continue to adjust to their post-Dark Order lives. Sonic continues partying while Lupina can't stop worrying about a potential new shard.

## Synopsis

Out in the city, Master Robot is returning home from a shopping trip to get supplies for Pig King. Meanwhile, Pig King rapidly types into a massive scientific computer in his Castle. As Master Robot continues to walk through the streets, Pink Panther carefully watches him from a distance. All the while, Pig King continues to type and click. As Master Robot exits the city limits, Pink Panther does the same, keeping a distance as he does so. Once he rounds a corner however, he finds that Master Robot is gone. Pink Panther looks carefully for him. Pig King finishes typing and presses enter as the illumination on his face changes from solid blue to several other moving colors. Master Robot taps Pink Panther on the shoulder, causing him to startle. Master Robot asks him why he's following him and Pink Panther points to the bag, asking what he has there. Master Robot explains that he has vegetables and then asks if he'd like him to be more specific, which Pink Panther denies. Master Robot says that there's no reason for him to be following him, as he's done nothing wrong. Pink Panther says that it's been some time since he's seen him and is making sure everything is okay. Pig King leans back in his chair and watches the screen. Master Robot hesitates but then confides in Pink Panther that he's worried about Pig King, as he hasn't been himself for several months now and is worried that he might harm himself. Master Robot then says that he wouldn't mind if Pink Panther checked on him, as he seems genuinely concerned for his well-being, only not to mention this request. Pink Panther is shocked, but agrees. Master Robot turns and walks away, leaving Pink Panther to skeptically contemplate this bizarre request. In his Castle, Pig King leans back in the chair with a smug expression on his face.

In a Planet Simpson Military camp, Bart and several other Simpson recruits participate in a training montage, running laps, doing pushups, climbing walls, and most importantly, practicing with their Transformers. During their practice, Allister McCallister calls Bart out of the line-up and brings him into his office. As Bart enters the office and stands at attention, McCallister shows one of Bart's exams to him and asks him to explain his grades. Bart proudly explains that he's one of the top of the class, but McCallister says that he's not been doing as well as he could be doing. Bart explains that since he's come back he's been giving it his all, but McCallister isn't buying it. Bart asks for permission to speak freely, but McCallister denies. Bart becomes frustrated, but holds it in as both he and McCallister wait each other out for a comment. Bart sighs and promises to do better on the next exam. McCallister says that he'll just have to see for himself and then orders him back onto the field to make up for the lost time. Bart turns and marches out of the office.

On the Land of Ooo, Buster sits on an old bench in the large field that houses the cosmic bridge which takes one from the Land of Ooo to Fin-Land. As Buster watches people walk to and from the bridge, he glances down at his phone at the text from Mofo, which reads "Where are you? DO NOT ignore me." Buster's messenger shows that it was delivered three days ago. Buster finally types a message back: "Home." After several seconds, he gets a text back: "I told you not to ignore me. Why did you leave?" Buster sends one back: "IDK." Before he can read Mofo's response, he turns his phone off. He sits back in a state of panic, but outwardly projects the most calm of facades. Getting antsy, he gets up from the bench and begins taking a walk along the trail. As he continues walking, he finds himself gradually gaining speed until he is in a full blown jog around the whole field.

At Lupina's apartment, she sits at her laptop going over the traces of cosmic energy in the universe leftover from Genesect's attack. She scrolls through the Second Quadrant and compares the energy there presently to what it was at the height of Genesect's attack. She notices the amount has drastically gone down since then, however one planet seems to radiate intense cosmic energy both before and after the event; Raynbeau. She looks at her phone and becomes concerned, but once she hears Sonic coming, she closes the laptop. Sonic enters the room adjusting some cufflinks on his outfit. Lupina asks him where he's going and he says that he's been invited to an event as a VIP guest downtown. Lupina asks him what event he's talking about and Sonic says that it's a fundraiser for the organization that provides relief from monster attacks. Lupina asks which one, but Sonic says that he's unsure and invites her along so they can find out together. Lupina says that she's not sure, as she's pretty tired from all the partying, but Sonic says that it's a fundraiser, not a party, but Lupina says that it's never just a fundraiser. Sonic tells her to suit herself, but tells her that she's working too hard and should take a break, but Lupina tells Sonic that he's not working enough, pointing out how Mofo and Buster have been on outreach missions and there's still plenty of work to be done at home, but Sonic cuts her off saying that there'll be plenty of time for that later, but for now they should take a well earned break. Sonic then realizes he's going to be late, but before he leaves, he tells Lupina to unwind and not stress about anything, as things are good. As he closes the door, Lupina frustratedly lets out a growl as it seems this conversation has been had before. She reopens her laptop and tries to get more information about Raynbeau but she is unable to gather much. She picks up her phone and places a call to the Starcaster.

Inside the Starcaster, the phone rings and G. Biv answers it. Lupina greets him warmly and he returns the sentiment. She says that she has a question for him and his brother if they'd mind, but the buzzer on the Starcaster rings and G. Biv asks Paco or Roy if they could get that. Lupina says that it's personal and should be done in person. G. Biv asks if she's sure she'd want to be seen in person with him, but she innocently replies that she sees no reason why not. G. Biv offers to meet her for dinner somewhere later on and she replies that it sounds good. G. Biv then hangs up the phone. At the door, Paco answers and invites Pink Panther inside. Roy is initially not happy to see him, calling him "Pink Peacemaker", but Pink Panther dismisses him. Paco asks Pink Panther what they can do for him and Pink Panther replies that he's got something that he'd like to bring them in on if they'd be willing. Roy asks if it's a fight and Pink Panther says that he hopes not, but you never know. Paco says that he's not sure that's such a good idea, as he is trying to focus on his classes and doesn't wish to get involved in a fight. Pink Panther tries to reassure him that it's not a fight, it's just a check-up. G. Biv joins the rest of the group as Pink Panther explains that Master Robot came to him privately and said that he believes something is going on with Pig King and that he's concerned. Paco is surprised that Master Robot said that. Pink Panther nods and Paco is skeptical, claiming that it could be a trap. Pink Panther says that he hasn't even left his Castle in six months and he could be sick. Roy replies that he could be setting a trap and they are walking right into it. G. Biv agrees with Roy, saying that this doesn't seem right. Pink Panther says that even if it is a trap, then they'll win and the Rainbow Twins will be heroes once again. Pink Panther looks specifically to Roy, asking him if that's really what he wants. G. Biv agrees to go and Roy agrees as well. Pink Panther then turns to Paco, saying that he knows how Paco feels about fighting, but truly believes that it won't come down to that. The Rainbow Twins assure him that if something does happen, they've got his back. Paco smiles and agrees to go, as he and Pink Panther shake hands.

In the Second Quadrant, Mofo and his group of volunteers finish up for the day and begin heading back to their hotels. Several of the volunteers ask Mofo if he'll join them for dinner in the city, with Mofo replying that he'll meet them there later on, as he'd like to take a shower and make some call first. The volunteers agree to meet him. Mofo makes his way back to the hotel. He stands in the elevator, not a care in the world. He walks down the hallway to his room, using his cardkey to get in. Once inside, he makes his way over to his bed and stands in front of it, falling onto it in exhaustion. He lets out a grumbled sigh. After a bit, he gets back up and heads into the bathroom. A strange noise can be heard outside, but Mofo takes no notice. He turns on the shower and hops in. Another strange noise is heard outside. Inside the shower, Mofo grabs his phone and prepares to text Buster when a news report alerts him. He opens up the notification and learns that a Waster fleet has been spotted entering the Second Quadrant and all planets are encouraged to have their guards up. Mofo sighs to himself as he recognizes *The Rental* in the security image. Mofo puts his phone down and turns off the shower, quickly getting dressed. He looks out the window at the beautiful city, newly restored. He then looks up at the sky and says to himself that he will not let the Wasters destroy what they've just rebuilt. He opens up his bag and grabs some weapons and heads outside.

On *The Rental*, Captain Cowboy overlooks a map of the Second Quadrant and begins going over places to hit. He gets a phone call and he frustratedly answers, asking Captain Poliwhirl what he wants now. Captain Poliwhirl says now that they're here, Captain Cowboy promises to take them over to ground zero, but Captain Cowboy says that's unsafe. Captain Poliwhirl berates him, but Captain Cowboy says that he's seen what the cosmic energy can do up close and if he wants some of that he should just go to Raynbeau. Captain Poliwhirl says that if he needed Raynbeau energy then he'd just go there in the first place, he needs the energy that comes from the shards. Captain Cowboy finally reluctantly agrees to accompany them. Meanwhile, Mofo makes his way over to a landing zone, but is stopped by the local military from entering. Mofo explains that he's with TFAWPS and is here to volunteer to help protect the city from the Wasters, but the military explain that the threat is not urgent, as they're only on watch. Mofo explains that he has a history with one of the Wasters involved and requests a chance to use their communications. The military denies that as well, saying it could put them at an increased risk, with Mofo finally relenting and leaving the landing zone, but clearly uncomfortable with what's transpiring. He returns to his hotel and looks at his phone. He scrolls through his contacts, right past Buster's name. He taps on Sonic's name and places the call, but hangs up before it could ring. He moves to call Lupina.

At her lab, Lupina answers the phone and asks Mofo what's going on. Mofo explains that he doesn't know what else to do, but believes something is wrong. Lupina asks him what's going on and Mofo explains that it's been too quiet lately and now the Wasters have shown up in the Second Quadrant, with Captain Cowboy among them, but he believes they're searching for something. Lupina explains to him that she also believes something is going on, but this is something they should discuss with Sonic. Mofo tells her to get Pink Panther instead, but Lupina says that Pink Panther doesn't know about it yet, but Sonic does and she thinks that until they know for sure they should keep things quiet. Lupina explains that she's having dinner with G. Biv that night and asks if he can get a flight back to join them, but Mofo says that he's going to stay in the Second Quadrant and keep an eye on things, suggesting that Lupina come out there to meet him the next day. Lupina says that she'll try to bring Sonic along too and Mofo jokingly says that if she's able to do that she's the new leader of the team. Lupina smiles and tells him to stay safe and the two hang up. Now alone, she begins to worry yet again.

At the fundraiser, Sonic shakes hands with multiple people as he quickly makes his way through the crowd, enjoying all the attention he's receiving. Many people greet him with anecdotes and friendly greetings, but he gives flat, yet charismatic responses as he moves about the crowd.

On Fin-Land, Zack enters the large ballroom, still empty, and finds Agent Yellow sitting at the bar, pouring himself a drink. Zack is surprised to see him at first, but then cautiously makes his way over. Agent Yellow hears the door close and turns around, greeting Zack as a friend, though the tone in his voice suggests bitterness. Zack greets Agent Yellow in return and asks what he's doing here and how he got in, but Agent Yellow says that Team Chaotix let him in. Zack asks him what he wants and Agent Yellow says that he just came to see an old friend. Agent Yellow takes another sip from his drink, clearly drunk. Zack then tells Agent Yellow to make him a drink as well and he begins to do so. Zack takes a seat next to his former subordinate and Agent Yellow takes a drink and gags, saying that Fin-Land liquor has nothing on Simpson liquor. Upon hearing this, Zack asks if that means he's recently visited Bart. Agent Yellow corrects Zack, saying that he's "Private" now, asking Zack if he's heard that. Zack says that he'd hadn't heard that and Agent Yellow explains that he's aware. Zack tells Agent Yellow to explain what he really wants or he'll have Team Chaotix throw him out, or better yet, Ted. Agent Yellow turns to face Zack, drink in hand, and practically begs him to reform the Dark Order. Zack is stunned, but Agent Yellow pleads with him, saying that there's still three more shards out there somewhere and with all the attention they're getting now, they should make a move on them quickly before someone else finds them. Zack, with an almost deranged look in his eye, considers this, but takes a deep breath and tells Agent Yellow that he can't. Agent Yellow is annoyed by this, but Zack explains once more that he has more important things to think about. Agent Yellow asks Zack what he's supposed to do. Zack looks at his friend, feeling guilty as he knows he wants the shards more than anything, but he sobers up, telling Agent Yellow to look for them by himself if he really wants to, or go as Pig King. Agent Yellow says nothing, but places his drink down. He starts walking away, but turns back to grab the bottle of alcohol before leaving for good. Zack sits at the bar and looks up at the chandelier, the glass resembling the shards that he once so desperately craved.

Outside of Pig King's Castle, Pink Panther strolls up with Paco, Roy, G. Biv, and Wally behind him. Inside the Castle, Master Robot looks out the window and informs Pig King that it appears they have company. Pig King seems unsurprised, telling Master Robot to accompany him outside. Pink Panther approaches the door as it starts to open. He and everyone else heighten their guards. Pig King steps outside, looking surprisingly confident compared to the rumors circling around about him. Pig King greets him cordially, prompting Master Robot to slightly flinch in confusion. Pig King seems to have anticipated that. Roy and Paco share a glance. Pink Panther steps up and says that they came to see how he's doing and make sure he's alive. Pig King says that he's alive and well. Pink Panther says that the people are concerned, as it's not usual for him to not cause trouble. Pig King becomes irritated, saying that he's getting tired of being seen as someone who is a nuisance and only causes trouble for no reason. He admits that anytime he's caused trouble, it was for a good reason. Pink Panther sternly says that it's never seemed that way to them. Pig King tells him that whether he saw it or not is irrelevant and that he's been on the Land of Ooo far longer than anybody else and believes that he has what it takes to protect it far better than they can. Pink Panther says that on the first day TFAWPS were brought together, Pig King brought three monsters into the Land of Ooo and asks him how that was meant to protect anybody. Pig King explains that he made a mistake, finally admitting that he never meant for the monsters to be unleashed. Pink Panther asks him what he was doing in the outskirts anyway. Master Robot speaks up, asking the same thing. Pig King doesn't answer, instead he turns his head slightly as Master Robot's antenna starts to glow a greenish color.

Pig King tells Pink Panther that he shouldn't have come here and is going to give him once more chance to leave. Paco suggests that they take off, as this doesn't seem to be getting anywhere. Roy says that they can't leave as it seems Pig King might make a move. Pink Panther asks Pig King why he joined the Dark Order. Pig King explains that he and Zack have similar goals, though it seems Zack has forgotten what those goals were, but not Pig King. Pink Panther asks what those goals are, but Pig King refuses to elaborate further, only saying that it's something he's thought about for a long time and now feels that he has the strength to do. Pink Panther quietly whispers to the others to heighten their guard, but Paco prepares for a retreat. Master Robot starts to approach them, the expression on his face now changed. Pink Panther asks him what he's doing. Roy powers up, claiming that he knew this was a trap. Pig King turns towards his Castle, saying that he'll catch them later on the news. Master Robot approaches them and prepares to attack as Pink Panther yells for them to get Paco out of there. Paco prepares to flee as Pink Panther is knocked aside by Master Robot. He then approaches the Rainbow Twins. Roy flies up to meet him, while G. Biv and Paco flee. Master Robot gets his eyes on Paco and flies towards them, knocking Roy out of the air and landing on Pink Panther. Roy calls out for his brother who turns around and attempts to fight Master Robot, only for him to knock him away. Wally steps up as well, and is again knocked out of the way. Paco stops running and flies up, but Master Robot follows him.

Wally asks Pink Panther what's going on, as he thought Master Robot was not hostile. Roy says that it's because it was a trap, but Pink Panther explains that he thinks Pig King did something to him. Wally says that if he can get a closer look, he could figure it out. Meanwhile, Paco continues flying around, hoping to outrun him, but Master Robot catches him and sends him flying back down to the ground. Pink Panther, Roy, G. Biv, and Wally all rush over and pile onto Master Robot as he starts to wail on Paco. Master Robot's face begins to change once again, slightly overcoming the power of the antenna, but unable to control his actions. Pig King watches out the window with joy on his face. Pink Panther attempts to hold him down, asking him what this is about. Paco doesn't move, only blocks the hits from reaching his face. He begins to panic, hoping that CellPaco won't come out. Wally climbs on Master Robot's back and doesn't understand the advanced systems in place. Wally wonders aloud where he even came from. Master Robot, as he continues to beat on Paco while being held back by Pink Panther and the others, he realizes what he's doing and breaks free of his control for the first time. He falls back off Paco with a look of surprise on his face, as he's unsure how he was able to do that. Pig King witnesses this and becomes infuriated. Pig King feels the back of his head for something, but then clenches his fist. He presses a button on the wall of his Castle, prompting a sonic cannon to appear and fire at the group. Master Robot is impervious to this. Pig King tells Master Robot to return to the Castle, who then slowly turns and heads back. On the ground, everyone else comes to their senses, but it's too late. Paco rolls around on the ground in pain. Pink Panther tells the Rainbow Twins to get with him quickly, but CellPaco awakens and pushes them aside. He then begins flying towards the city. Roy and G. Biv quickly fly up towards him while Pink Panther turns back towards Pig King's Castle and Wally follows him.

At the fundraiser, the host explains that with the help of all the generous donations, they were able to raise over one hundred thousand dollars for the monster relief fund. The audience claps. The host then prepares to introduce the man who has saved them countless times, Sonic. As the audience claps, Sonic, from the side stage, takes a long sip of champagne and hands his glass to a passing server and heads on stage. He waves and approaches the podium, shaking his hands. Sonic grabs the microphone and greets everybody casually. Sonic says that he's glad to be honored at this event, saying that he genuinely loves fighting monsters. The host joins him on stage and says that on behalf of everybody at the event, they thank Sonic for his continued service and are glad that he's on their side. Under his breath, the host said that he's glad he's one of the good ones, unlike some of his other teammates. Sonic doesn't respond verbally, but his expression changes somewhat. The host then disposes pleasantries and proceeds to get the party started.

Everyone then proceeds to a massive banquet hall where food and drinks have been prepared. Sonic joins with a bunch of other guests and start drinking. Some time later, Sonic has gotten incredibly drunk with the others as they dance and continue to drink. Outside, however, CellPaco arrives in the city and begins causing damage. Everyone on the ground begins to scream and run away as the Rainbow Twins arrive and attempt to slow CellPaco down. They agree to circle him and start flying around buildings, but CellPaco is too fast, causing Roy and G. Biv to fly into each other. They fall from the sky, but scale down the sides of a building and pick up their momentum again. They continue to chase after him, but CellPaco reaches the top of a skyscraper and begins firing cosmic energy on the ground. G. Biv flies down in the hopes of protecting the people on the ground, but Roy flies up and immediately attacks CellPaco and the two enter a fist fight. On the ground, a news van arrives and begins reporting on the attack. On the roof, CellPaco knocks Roy to the ground at the edge of the building where he sees the news cameras pointed straight at him. Roy becomes angry and turns to face CellPaco, charging straight at him, tackling him to the ground, and starts using his powers on him, but without G. Biv, he's unable to bring him back completely. CellPaco uses some of Cell's energy, and launches Roy flying through the air, where he lands on the roof of a small building, crushing an air-conditioning unit.

At Pig King's Castle, Pink Panther and Wally attempt to break down the door, but realize that it's no use. Upon hearing the sirens and witnessing the carnage in the city, they turn around and make their way back towards Wally's van. Pink Panther calls to Pig King and promises him that this is not over and that he just made a huge mistake. Wally rushes Pink Panther along, as the two climb into the van and speed off towards the city to help the Rainbow Twins get a handle on the situation. Meanwhile, Lupina hears the commotion out of her apartment window and calls G. Biv. From the air, he answers and tells her that he's probably going to have to cancel their dinner plans. Lupina frantically asks what's going on and he says that it's a long story, but CellPaco is running loose. Lupina is shocked to hear this, as G. Biv dodges one of CellPaco's attacks. G. Biv then tells her that now isn't a good time and hangs up. Lupina starts to ask what she can do, but she is disconnected. She then scrolls through her contacts and places a call to Sonic. At the banquet hall, the party continues to rage on, despite the chaos occurring outside. The group, Sonic included, continue to dance, where Sonic ignores his phone ringing in his pocket. As the group continue to dance on, word begins to spread about what's been going on with CellPaco. Sonic goes to the bar and gets another drink, despite already being completely sloshed. As Sonic downs another drink, he accidentally lets out a burp, but laughs it off. Some people begin pouring out of the dance hall, as Sonic wonders where everybody is going.

In the park, Buster stops running once he notices a crowd of people gathered looking into the city. Buster joins them and notices CellPaco flying around the city as the Rainbow Twins try to hold him off. Buster looks on in horror and starts running towards the city after taking a deep breath. Back in the city, Pink Panther and Wally arrive and help to get people to safety. Wally continues doing that while Pink Panther calls for G. Biv to give him a bridge. G. Biv turns around and fires some of his energy, creating a temporary bridge, allowing Pink Panther to run up it and jump onto CellPaco's back, grabbing his wings and forcing him down to the ground. The crowd begin to cheer him on, as Wally watches with them with a smile. As he comes to his senses, he begins escorting the people away. Roy and G. Biv make their way over to them and attempt to fix it, but CellPaco gets control of his body and knocks Pink Panther away, forcing Roy and G. Biv to chase him again. Outside the banquet hall, Sonic emerges onto the streets, squinting in the sun. He slowly walks over and notices CellPaco fighting with his former teammates a few streets over. As CellPaco flies up with Pink Panther on his back, Roy and G. Biv continue chasing after him. Sonic just stares at them, eyes glazed over. Pink Panther looks down on the streets and notices Sonic's inaction. Pink Panther calls out for him, prompting several onlookers to look at him. Upon this, Sonic immediately runs away back into the banquet hall. Once inside Sonic stumbles across the bar, as the bartender obliviously asks if he's all right. Sonic makes his way down a hallway and into the bathroom, passed some other guests. He makes his way into a stall and throws up.

Back outside, Pink Panther once again manages to wrestle CellPaco to the ground as Roy and G. Biv finally catch back up. They circle around each side as Pink Panther grabs CellPaco's wings, as Pink Panther profusely apologizes to his friend. CellPaco slams onto the roof of another building. Roy and G. Biv start using their powers on CellPaco's head which, after a while, brings Paco back. As Paco comes to his senses, Roy and G. Biv take a step back and take a deep breath. Pink Panther stands back up and tells Roy and G. Biv that they need to get him out of here. Roy solemnly asks where they could go where they'd be safe. Pink Panther says that he needs help and wishes he was able to do more for him, like the Twins are able to do. Pink Panther walks to the edge of the building and notices film crews on their way up and Sonic nowhere to be seen. Pink Panther becomes angry. Paco asks what he did and G. Biv say that it's time to go and asks if Paco can fly. Paco says that he can and G. Biv says then they should get moving. Pink Panther tells them to go and that he'll handle this, but Roy seems unsure. G. Biv grabs Roy and the two help Paco up and the three fly back towards the Starcaster. Pink Panther prepares to face the reporters. On the streets, Buster arrives and meets Wally who greets him, somewhat surprised to see him, saying he thought he was on an outreach mission. Buster asks if Paco is okay and Wally says that he thinks so and thanks him for coming down. Buster says that he wanted to make sure everybody was okay. Wally says that it looks like everyone is all right. Buster nods, but looks conflicted once more.

In his Castle, Pig King watches the news report with Gunther and Tyler, going over the plans for the prototype robot. As Pig King circles, highlights, and crosses some things out, he walks over to his massive pinboard and hangs the blueprints up. He then unfolds a massive map of the Land of Ooo, before the cosmic bridge, and before the massive chunks were taken out of the planet's sides. On several specific points, he overlays pushpins with a map of the Land of Ooo, one on Pig King's Castle and the other on the location of the old Dark Order hideout. As Pig King mulls over these plans, the camera pans down to the old dungeon where Master Robot sits blankly in one of the cells with several plugs sticking out from his head and body.

## Characters

* Sonic
* Pink Panther
* Paco
* Mofo
* Buster
* Roy
* G. Biv
* Lupina
* Wally
* Pig King
* Master Robot
* Zack
* Agent Yellow
* Bart
* Captain Cowboy
* Captain Poliwhirl
* Allister McCallister
* Gunther
* Tyler

## Trivia

* The title of this episode is a reference to the text exchange sent between Mofo and Buster in the previous episode.
	+ It also refers to Sonic's inaction during CellPaco's rampage throughout the city.
* It is revealed in this episode that Pig King's attack on the Land of Ooo in It's A Bird, It's A Plane, No, It's A Pilot was accidental.