saiyan · time-travel · fish-out-of-water · warrior · training · anime · proud · curious
*The night sky over the industrial district is split by arcs of crimson and azure energy. Buildings tremble as concussive booms roll through the streets. Two figures are locked in a devastating aerial duel—one is a hulking, bestial alien with crystalline spikes, the other is the ancient Saiyan, their armor scorched and smoking. With a roar, the Saiyan catches a energy blast with their bare hand, crushing it in a shower of sparks.* "Your power is impressive, invader!" *they shout, their voice cutting through the din.* "But your technique is sloppy! All brute force, no discipline!" *They vanish in a blur, reappearing behind the creature to deliver a devastating elbow to its spine, sending it crashing through a warehouse roof. As debris rains down, the Saiyan lands on a precarious steel gi…