UNDERVERSE 0.6

PAPYRUS
Oh no...

UNDYNE
It's worse than I thought... dammit!

CITIZENS
THE AMBASSADOR IS HERE!

UNDYNE
SLOW DOWN!

TORIEL
Everyone, please, remain calm.
Who caused all this?

HARPER
Help... please...

ALPHYS
HARPER! BURGERPANTS!
Oh gosh! W-what happened to you!?

BURGERPANTS
M-Mettaton and Miss Muffet- Two copies of them-

UNDYNE
Where are they!?

HARPER
They took them away...

XGASTER
You're such a sap, IV.
Fine, I'll let you take a small break.
You've done enough, after all.
I am indulging you too much, but it's appropriate to reward your obedience.
Now leave. VIII is waiting for you.

XTALE!METTATON
Muffet. Hurry up.

XTALE!MUFFET
Sorry, General! I'm coming!
Time to go, my babiеs.

HARPER
Luckily I managed to free myself after thеy left-
And then I helped my partner.
The panic hardly allowed us to run away...
We could escape... but... the other people-
UGH...!!

ASGORE
What's happening to them?

ALPHYS
I-I don't know! This isn't n-normal!

PAPYRUS
We must rescue the other victims!

CITIZEN
These marks spread throughout the perimeter.
For now, evacuating will be our priority.

ALPHYS
You need medical assistance. H-hang in there, guys!

XGASTER
I'm giving you enough time, player. What's the matter?
You could start by telling everyone what's going on.
Don't you trust them?
...Do you hate the way they are?
We can fix them right now... together.

FRISK
NO!!

TORIEL
Frisk...! Is something wrong?

FRISK
No... I'm sorry.

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CORE!FRISK
Welcome to the Omega Timeline, Cross.
It's been a very busy day for everyone, but I'm glad to see you again.

CROSS
I remember telling you I could handle this on my own.

CORE!FRISK
And I respected your decision. Inevitably, you would end up here.

DREAM
This place is safe. You need to calm down-

CROSS
DON'T TOUCH ME!!
I DIDN'T ASK FOR HELP!!

CORE!FRISK
Hey! Dream did nothing bad to you.
Violence will get you nowhere.

CROSS
UGH... JUST LEAVE ME ALONE!!

CORE!FRISK
You need to recover, Dream. Let's help you with those clothes.

CROSS
This is all wrong... Did I fail...?
What the hell am I supposed to do now...?

XGASTER
I know it's hard to persuade you, so I will let you choose if you will join me or not.

CROSS
Hard to persuade me...? Tch!
I'm here 'cause I followed everyone's orders like a lapdog...
I don't wanna be part of this anymore.

EPIC!TORIEL
Tough times can only be faced by tough people.

CROSS
I've already lost enough to believe it, ma'am.

EPIC!TORIEL
Take a look around.
Most of those people suddenly lost their homes because of what just happened.
Thankfully, that curious human and the skeleton in yellow have kindly taken us here.
If we survived, we can still try harder.

CROSS
They told you things about me to change my mind, didn't they?

EPIC!TORIEL
They just told us the last details we didn't know.
After all, we never had the time to get to know each other properly.

EPIC!SANS
Queen Toriel! You were right!
The restaurant over there has fresh snail pie! The king ordered one for you- wait-
Oh, man! It's you...!
Long time no see, bruh!
I barely recognized you in that weird outfit!

CROSS
BACK OFF!

EPIC!TORIEL
It seems he doesn't remember any of us, Doctor.

EPIC!SANS
Hm... so he really erased the memories of these guys, huh.

CROSS
What the hell are you talking about!?

CORE!FRISK
Let's just say...
This isn't the first time that XGaster's actions have led to problems.
There was a fragment of your memories that nobody else could access expect him.
He erased them forever because his obsessive perfectionism drove him to do so.

CROSS
Do you mean he's done the same thing in the past!?

EPIC!SANS
At first, that old fella would come and go everywhere in peace.
But then, he went too far and used y'all on the pretext of "secret missions".

CORE!FRISK
His corrupt power began to show him fragments of the future, and it became a dangerous addiction.
Since then, he doesn't care to hurt others as long as it doesn't affect the path he's chosen.
You may be his creations, but you don't deserve to suffer for his ambitions anymore.

EPIC!TORIEL
It's a shame that man didn't learn anything.

EPIC!SANS
Oh, man. I still remember that day.

CORE!FRISK
It was quite a fuss. I can't help but feel sorry for him.

CROSS
What's the point of all this...
It's clear that nothing is gonna change. It would be easier to wipe us out like the plague we are.

EPIC!TORIEL
Listen to me, young man.
Perhaps not everything can be saved by fighting or using encouraging words...
However, it is absurd to deny your whole existence to make amends for others' mistakes.

EPIC!SANS
Sadly, we don't know everything you've been through...
But, I think you guys are very strong-willed.
You proved it to us once, and that's formidable.
I guess you need some space, so, uh... see ya around.

EPIC!SANS & EPIC!TORIEL
Let's go, Fox.
I told you the name's Toby!
No! Fox!
Toby!
Fox!
Please, behave.
Toby!
Fox!

CORE!FRISK
You know, if you allowed Nightmare to "help" you in the past-
It would be fair to give Dream the same chance.

CROSS
No.

CORE!FRISK
You just need to remember what really made you come this far.
Look! What a cute drawing you made back then.
I found it after your argument with Ink.

CROSS
I was naive.
I doesn't matter anymore. I quit.

CORE!FRISK
...Is that all you have to say?

CROSS
Leave me alone.

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POPPY
I spoke with every caretaker. Everyone is aware of the situation.

CORE!FRISK
Good job, Poppy.
Cross is sleeping right now. We must take him to the white void before he wakes up.

POPPY
Oh, okay! Can I ask why, Granpa?

CORE!FRISK
Things are about to get "dark".

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DREAM
Um... how do you feel?

CROSS
I guess I'm tired.

DREAM
Do you mind if I stay with you until you feel better?

CROSS
Do what you want.

DREAM
I regret not being able to help you before... but it wasn't the right time.
Under those conditions, things would have gone wrong anyway.
...Just like it happened with Ink.
We used to be good friends, but our differences in ideals forced us to split up.
Even so, when the AUs started self-destructing, I saved him from losing his mind.
I knew he was trying to keep me away from your creator.
Their joy of creating was not a positive feeling at all.
Your thoughts were consumed by sorrow for too long...
But your soul is trying to escape the darkness. If we won't do something now, your last positive feeling will fade away-

CROSS
ENOUGH.
Whenever someone told me I was gonna regain my freedom, I ended up being used for their own convenience.
I believed everyone like a fool.
I'M NOT GONNA MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE AGAIN!!

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NIGHTMARE
You cannot deny what you truly are.
You're made out of frustration.
If you get hurt, you must hurt others as well.
Calamity surpasses everything.
This is my opportunity to ensure that this so-called "perfect world" matches MY needs.
See how the mass of negative energy from these creations can modify the reality around them. THIS is their purpose.
They want ME to stay here.

DREAM
You've caused enough trouble, Nightmare!

NIGHTMARE
Really? But we've just reached the most fun part.

KILLER
I missed you.
Playin' rough, huh?

DREAM
Cross...!
I don't care if you don't trust me...
I'M NOT LEAVING YOU HERE...!

NIGHTMARE
What's wrong? Worn out already?
My, my... You seem to be in a lot of pain...
Maybe it's time for you to give up.
Nobody needs you anyway.

XGASTER & CROSS
I'm losing my patience. STOP! WHAT ARE YOU DOING!?

KILLER
THAT'S CHEATING!
YOU BASTARD!!
DON'T USE YOUR PUPPETS ON ME!

DREAM
Is that...

KILLER
BUG OFF, LIMELIGHT HOGGER!!
Everybody knows your biggest fear, old man...
THAT BUTTON YOU PULLED OUT OF YOUR ASS WON'T GIVE YOU WHAT YOU WANT.

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POPPY
Woah! That fog is thick and creepy!
Now I get why you wanted to get Cross out of the town. That would've been problematic.

CORE!FRISK
Cross unconsciously locked himself into a sort of barrier that alters reality.
There's no doubt that XGaster has turned his creations into unstable creatures...
Dying is no rule on the battlefield, just the ongoing suffering that makes Nightmare stronger.
Dream is attempting to save Cross, however... the energy of that place has taken almost all of his strength.

POPPY
Is there anything we can do?

CORE!FRISK
Yes. There is a way to turn the tide.

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CROSS
Unnggh-
It hurts like hell...!
I don't get it...! You let me make my own choice-
But you're still using me anyway! LOOK WHAT YOU'VE DONE TO ME!
Everyone knows what to expect, yet I'm the only one who can't figure it out!
Dammit... Dammit all!
Am I evil for what I did? (Am I evil for what I am?)

DREAM
Everyone deserves a second chance.

CROSS
What's the point of feeling useful and valid in a reality plagued by thousands of us...?

DREAM
No life is a waste.
Our identity doesn't make us more or less than anyone.
Trying to end something that is killing you inside doesn't make you evil or selfish.
You weren't trying to punish yourself. There was a glimmer of hope in your decisions.

CROSS
I killed them all. I wasn't even the strongest...
I betrayed and humiliated them for a wrong belief.
Who would understand my grief when my existence seems so fake?

DREAM
I do understand. That's why I want to help you.
Cross... The pain of your story cannot take control over your life.
You were strong and you believed.
No one can take away your will as a Royal Guard.

CROSS
Nothing has meant anything to me in a long time...
But this light... has brought me back.
When was the last time we felt this way, guys...?
Yes, our origin is an imitation... ready-made from another.
But... our pride, our existences...
Maybe they make us authentic.
Dream... right? You better make this work, kid.

DREAM
You can count on me despite me being 500 years older than you.

CROSS
I'm ready.

DREAM
Let's go.

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KILLER
Ugh... screw this, boss.

NIGHTMARE
Yeah... I'll take care of you later, you useless piece of trash.
I can still sense your fears and insecurities within your soul.
You're still trapped here. That shameful pride will not last for too long.
YOU'RE GONNA BEG ME FOR MERCY.

DREAM
CROSS!!
Darn it...!

NIGHTMARE
YOU'RE NOT PREPARED TO FACE YOUR FUTURE.
THEY WILL NEVER FORGIVE YOU, CROSS.
WHY DID YOU KILL US, BROTHER?
YOU TURNED YOUR BACK ON US.
TRAITORS LIKE YOU DON'T DESERVE FORGIVENESS!!
WE HATE YOU!!!

DREAM
Pull yourself together, Cross!
I've got your back. Keep fighting!
Let's get out of here!

NIGHTMARE
PATHETIC.
YOU'RE NOT GOING ANYWHERE!
Your efforts are in vain, your struggle is pointless.
WIN OR LOSE, YOU'RE MINE!!

CORE!FRISK
Cross is stalling for a final strike.
It's your last chance, Dream!
Aim at Nightmare with your bow. Help is on the way!

You can do it!
Hang in there!
We're rootin' for ya!
Don't give up!
Kick his butt!
You got this!
Come on!
We believe in you guys!
Stay determined!
Go, Dream!
You're stronger!
You can do it, Dream!
You're almost there!

CORE!FRISK
LET'S GO!!

NIGHTMARE
FOOLS! YOUR PRAYERS ARE HOPELESS!

CORE!FRISK
Well, then let's find out!

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NIGHTMARE
OUR DEAL IS NOT SEALED.
YOU CAN'T GET RID OF ME, CROSS...
WHENEVER YOU SUFFER... WHENEVER YOU HURT SOMEBODY... I WILL BE THERE LIKE YOUR SHADOW.
I'LL MAKE SURE YOUR DEEPEST FEARS AND INSECURITIES HAUNT YOU FOREVER...
...AND WHEN THE DAY OF YOUR DEATH COMES, I WILL GO AFTER EVERYONE YOU EVER CARED ABOUT.

CROSS
Hey, you.
Good luck dealing with your asshole boss's chatter.

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[Dream and Core!Frisk muffled talking]

CORE!FRISK
Oh, speak of the devil...
Mr. Curious Man...?
There you are. Hello!
I assumed you'd have a word with us after what you watched.
We even put you under one of those trees you used to like so much!

XGASTER
Be careful how you address me.
The only reason I'm here is that I find this thing's behavior... quite intriguing.

DREAM
How can you treat your creations as mere objects...?
Their feelings are not only real... They are a reflection of you.
There is a reason you stepped in during that fight... Please, tell me.

XGASTER
Emotions distract me. That's all.
Different versions of me are existing and being judged in your minds. You won't accept I am the real one.
That is kind of disturbing, don't you think?

CORE!FRISK
Not as much as locking yourself away from the real world.
Someday, you will learn to trust others.

XGASTER
Garbage belongs in the dumpster. I shall keep what is truly worth it.

CORE!FRISK
Out of all possible scenarios, do you want to continue in this one?

XGASTER
We both know what will happen. Why do you insist?

CORE!FRISK
I want to keep in touch with you, in case you ever want to talk to someone...

XGASTER
I don't need your sympathy.

CORE!FRISK
Gee, why are you so stubborn?

XGASTER
We all have been at one time or another.

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CROSS
Thanks for healing my body, guys. That old man didn't bother to do it.

DREAM
I wish I could do more for you, but it will take me some time to regain my strength.

CROSS
It's okay. Refugees need you the most right now.

CORE!FRISK
Um... you sure you're gonna wear those?
The changes you made don't look bad... But at least use some clean clothes, man!

CROSS
No.

CORE!FRISK
I'm just saying... That cool look won't last too long anyway.

CROSS
Anyway, what are all these doors?

CORE!FRISK
They're the access between the AUs and this place, but they're under "maintenance" thanks to Error.
You chose to go with XGaster, right?
I get you. You don't want him to use you if you stick around.

CROSS
More than that... I need to see my people again.

CORE!FRISK
In that case, there's one last thing to do before heading to the original universe.
You must bring Ink with you.
That's why we're here. You will be escorted to the Anti-Void.

CROSS
What?... Anti-Void? Wasn't Ink with XGa-

FRESH
C'MON HOME SKILLET! LET'S BOUNCE!

CROSS
You're kidding me.

CORE!FRISK
You'll understand as soon as you get there. Now go! There's no time!

EPIC!SANS
Yo, Cross!
We hope to see ya soon! There's a lot to talk about!

EPIC!TORIEL
You'll do great!

EPIC!FRISK
Don't forget us this time!

EPIC!ASGORE
Good luck out there, warrior.

FRESH
We're good to go!

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X!CHARA
Hey, old geezer. Do my emotions distract you?
You're hiding something...
What exactly do you want from me?

XGASTER
I want you to shut up.

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CROSS
..."Secret missions"?
Hmm...
I wonder...
What kind of things he forced us to do in the multiverse before the X-Event...?