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[You know what Metalhawk really doesn't want to deal with right now? A lot of things. His bucket list for the day started off with 'recovering from death' (that's a story in itself) and ended in 'alive but somehow within a human body'. Or at least...he thinks it's human. He's ever really seen one up close until now. His mind's practically racing as he flexes his fingers, seeing if they're actually functional as he tries to think of how this could have happened. The last thing he remembers is being on Cybertron--Starscream firing that gun at him. Feeling the surge hit his spark.

And then...somehow coming back; Shockwave commanding him like some sort of puppet. The whole thing made him cringe, hand flexing into a fist angrily. Partially at himself for even thinking of trusting Starscream, and partially at those who took advantage of his body post-mortem. But he was alive, and if anything, this was a second chance--to do things right. Unfortunnately, the briefing he recieved upon awakening didn't sound too appealing. Something about being a 'hero' and siding with the military?

Well THAT certainly wasn't happening.

Getting to his feet (which was a task in itself--you'd be surprised how different mechanical legs and organic legs are), he pulls what looks to be a communications device towards him, turning it over in his palm curiously.

It seemed to be for communication...now he just had to try it out. And the image of him trying to figure this out is like watching a monkey pilot a spaceship. Slightly effective, but not overall efficient. After some trial and error, he manages to get what looks like a video feed up. On the other side, you may notice a rather lanky looking woman, short blonde hair styled up. 'Her' attire consists of a military style outfit: yellow, blue and red in colour. And sharp, piercing hawk-like eyes, blue in colour as they squint into the feed.

That's...'on', right? Well, might as well test it out by formal introduction.]

So from what I can gather, I was imprinted with a symbol against my will, aligning me to a purpose I have no recollection of ever being proposed to. Tell me, is everything this cut and dry when it comes to species, or have I just been unlucky in the last 4 million years? I also seem to be displaced from my own body, and I can't even imagine the explanation required for that one. I'm tempted to skip out on that all together.

[Well...that's KIND of formal. Isn't he a charmer? Don't take it personally--he's just come back from death. You'd be a little cranky too.]

My name is Metalhawk, and if anyone out there is listening, I'd like to speak to whoever's in charge of this. So I can opt out properly. If anyone could please show me the exit, that would be the best for everyone. I don't fight unless there are no other options. I'm sure you can find plenty of other trigger-happy substitutes.

[His curt tone suddenly switches, realizing he's not exactly being very personable.]

Thank you for your time.

[No, thank YOU, sunshine. But that brow furrows as he...seems to have trouble with the device.]

Now how do I turn this thing off...

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HmMMMmmMMM!

[Pale hair. Purple eyes. Young man. Staring.]

Maybe it's because you came to Earth? It's a little bit easier to navigate with arms and legs and a mouth to talk with and stuff, at least it is if you want to make friends with humans!

But they shouldn't force you to be a way you don't want to be! That's so! Rude!

[Eyes widen as 'she' stares back, taking in the sight of this young man.]

I suppose that's true, making us all the same would really help the confusion and panic.

[His arms fold, though, nodding in agreement.]

I certainly like my freedom to choose. It's something I encourage for everyone, really.

You'll get along fine with the humans, then! [Haru nods enthusiastically!] They're all about that. Freedom, choices, decisions, pri-va-cy, secrets, individuality!

You really think so?

[That actually seems to brighten his mood a little. The thought of connecting with another race is fascinating. And in a period of time where he's not struggling to rebuild his people.]

My race could learn a thing or two from the humans, then.

[Haru makes wide, arching gestures with his hands.]

Everyone could! Humans are so inter-REST-ING!

[He has to admit, it's nice seeing someone so enthusiastic. It's really bringing him out of his grumpy bird routine.]

So I'm starting to find out. A bit of a hands on experience, too.

That's why it's good to HAVE hands, don't you think? [Haru wiggles his fingers.] So flexible!

They are, aren't they?

...

[But that gets him curious.]

You didn't have them before?

It's sort of compLICated! [Haru flaps his arms while he speaks.] To come to Earth, to fish on Earth, I became like this!

I like being human! There's so much to learn!

[Haru, it's REALLY hard to stay grumpy when you're such a happy little thing. UGH he was doing so well too.]

Then you and I will be discovering them together, I'm guessing.

That makes things easier.

[Cheering super grumpy people up is pretty much a canon superpower of Haru's.]

I'm still learning, but I can help teach you, mm-hmm! I became human before coming here, so I have some experience! There's lots of things that are "bad" and "don't", and sometimes you might feel something here [Haru presses his chest] but that's okay, it's part of being human too!

Most important is to listEN, even if humans get mad! We're visiting after all, we must be good guests!

[If only he could borrow your superpowers for a moment. His species are kind of pessimists by nature.]

I would really like that! It would definitely help learning from someone who's experienced this before too. Sometimes learning from a human themselves, they don't understand the difficulties of adapting to things.

Or so I've heard.

[Humans in his world tend to be very...unsympathetic.]

Right. Courtesy is what's most important, isn't it?

Courtesy, kindness, friendship! Listen, listen! Learn, learn! Apologize for mistakes! Try not to repeat them! Do your best!

You should always introduce yourself, so they know who you are! Like this!

Hello! I'm Haru!

I'm an ALIEN! [And he's so, so happy to meet you!]

[And that gets a laugh--a true, honest laugh out of him. It's endearing, to see someone so positive about everything.]

You're right.

Hello, I'm Metalhawk, and I'm a Cybertronian.

Like that?

Yes! A+! ExeLLENT work! Nice to meet you, Metalhawk! [This earns a double thumbs-up from Haru! And then suddenly his expression changes--]

[He suddenly seems very worried.] Y-you're not an actual hawk are you????!

[The abrupt mood change gets him worried too, hoping the boy wasn't offended by anyth--]

Oh! No, I'm not really a hawk. I'm a giant mechanical being.

I hope that's not even more worrying.

A giant mechanical being???!

THAT'S COOL!!!!

[Hawks are scary. Giant robots, apparently a cause for enthusiasm.]

Just as long as you're not a hawk!

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[He's really relieved at the positive response his true form is receiving over the comm, he has to admit.]

Would you believe me if I said I've never seen one?

Even if I have the same name as one.

I'm glad you're not one.

They're scary.

But I bet you could see some at the zoo-ooo-oooo.

That makes me even more grateful I'm not one.

[Although he gets curious at the mention of a zoo.]

What is a zoo, exactly? A place to see hawks?

[Their house?]

A zoo is like an aquaRIum! Only with land animals instead of water ones!

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