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Seriously, how many skeleton monsters are there around here!? 

The man you chased off earlier was beating up a monster, well you didn't know if they were a monster or human, and personally you didn't really care. You just hate seeing someone getting bullied or beaten up. Monsters and humans alike. 

You walked up to the skeleton and squatted down, “Hey, are you okay?” you ask with concern in your voice. 

You were expecting them to say yes or no. 

What you weren't expecting was a red bone suddenly appearing from the ground. 

It would have hit you if you didn't feel the energy around you change and cause you to fall over. Thankfully you didn't drop your breakfast items. But you did let out a oof sound as your butt hit the ground. 

You looked back at the skeleton who was starting to stand and rub his skull. This gave you a clearer view of the skeleton. He wore mainly black and red. Dark red gloves, boots, and bandana. He wore a black leather jacket with tight jeans. 

He slowly turned around to you allowing you to see his face. He had 3 long and painful cracks on his left socket, red eyelights, and sharp teeth that were turned into a scowl. 

A scowl that is aimed at you. 

“YOU.” he practically growled loudly. 

His voice made you lock up. 

He walks towards you, the heels of his boots clicking onto the ground as he stomps walks. You were able to snap out of your frozen state and the first thing that came to mind was.

“Bye” 

Then you booked it. 

You ran out of the alleyway and back onto the streets. As you run though you try not to drop any of your items in hand. 

Unfortunately for you, you could hear the skeleton running towards you as well. “I AM GOING TO KILL YOU! GET BACK HERE YOU LOW LIFE HUMAN!!” he yelled. You didn't stop. He looks like he wants to kill you and him literally screaming it confirmed it. 

On instinct however you are running towards your apartment. 

You absolutely did not want this crazy skeleton, to whom you just saved minutes ago, to know where you live. Your next choice was to call Stretch for help but your phone is in your pocket and your hands are full. 

Literally and figuratively. 

Muffet’s was too far and may not even be opened yet. 

Your best choice was to try and lose him in the park. 

God you hate today. 

You take a sharp turn across the street when you see it is clear. This must have thrown the skeleton off a bit since he lost distance from you. At least from what you could hear. 

You then run into the park entrance and try to find the best place to duck under, or a place he can't get to. 

You can't climb the trees because your hands are still full. (You’ve gone through too much trouble to lose your breakfast now!) He’s too close to hide in the bushes. The only thing you can think of is to keep running around till you lose him or you run into someone you can stop the tiny tyrant. 

The two of you run around the entire park. 

You swear you feel like you're from one of those comedy animes. 

You were beginning to get really tired and running on fumes. The skeleton however was still going at you. 

Does this tyrant ever quit!?

“LEAVE ME ALONE YOU CRAZY TYRANT!!!!!!!!” you shouted at him, not looking back at him. 

“WHAT DID YOU CALL ME YOU LITTLE MAGGOT!?!” he shouted back. Great you got him even more mad and only fouled his rage, causing him to run faster towards you. 

You scream and push forward. 

Then you see it. 

Your savoir. 

The angle to stop this crazy skeleton.

Fight fire with fire. 

“HELP ME!!!!!” you shout at the other skeleton walking in front of you. 

Said skeleton stops and turns around.

The two of you run towards him and you use him as a middle ground. Something or someone that you can neither go over or around. Therefore the two of you were trapped in a game of stalemate. You are bouncing the opposite side that the tyrant took. 

You kinda feel bad for the skeleton you're surrounding. But you're too focused on the tiny tyrant that is literally trying to kill you. 

“I SWEAR WHEN I GET MY HANDS ON YOU I WILL MAKE YOU SUFFER!!!” the tyrant shouted. 

“LIKE H***!! GO AWAY AND LEAVE ME ALONE YA FREAKING TYRANT!!!” you shouted back. 

The two of you exchange colorful words till finally the skeleton you're using as a shield speaks up. 

Or more like yells. 

“ENOUGH!!!!!!!!!!” the skeleton then proceeds to block you. “BLACK! THIS IS NOT THE APPROPRIATE WAY TO ACT IN PUBLIC! YOU CAN NO GO AROUND THREATENING TO KILL PEOPLE!” said skeleton lectured. 

“ME!? SHE IS THE ONE WHO ASSAULTED A POLICE OFFICER WHEN HIS BACK WAS TURNED!” the tiny tyrant protested.

Officer? 

He’s a police officer!?! 

Wait. He’s a police officer that got jumped. 

Oh this is embarrassing for him. 

“ME!?! I never assaulted you! Some guy did! I chased him off! You're welcome for saving your nonexisting a**!” you shout back. 

“AS IF I WOULD BELIEVE A CRIMINAL! I SEE NO ONE ELSE AROUND TO ARREST FOR THE ASSAULT!” he shouts back. 

You roll your eyes, “I don't know! All I know is that he ran off the second I threatened to call the police!” you once again yell back. This is turning into a serious yelling match. 

“LIAR! YOU'RE UNDER ARREST!” he said, stepping closer to you. 

“TOUCH ME AND I SCREAM!”

“YOU’RE ALREADY SCREAMING WITCH!!!” 

“SHUT UP THE BOTH OF YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!” 

Both of you had to cover your ear, or at least for the tiny tyrant nonexisting ears, as the skeleton that was body blocking you screamed louder than both of you combined. 

“YOU BOTH ARE ACTING LIKE CHILDREN! BLACK! THE YOUNG LADY SAID THAT SHE DID NOT ASSAULT YOU AS AN OFFICER OF THE LAW IT IS YOUR JOB TO GET THE FULL STORY RATHER LETTING YOUR ANGER GET THE BETTER OF YOU! AND HUMAN! MY NAME IS BLUE AND THIS IS BLACK, IF YOU WISH TO FILE FOR A REPORT YOU CAN!” 

You slightly flinch at him yelling towards you, “I-I just want to go home and e-eat breakfast.” you mutter out, losing your screaming voice. 

On the plus side you got their names. Black being the tiny tyrant that has been chasing you for the past half hour. But you know you’ve heard the name Blue somewhere before.

The tiny tyrant then threw his hands up, “FINE! I GUESS YOU ARE CORRECT IN THE MATTER THAT YOU DID NOT ATTACK ME. YOU LOOK TOO WEAK TO GET EVEN 1 OF MY HP DOWN.” he stated. 

HP? 

“THERE. NOW WITH EVERYTHING SETTLED BLACK ISN’T IT TIME FOR YOU TO START YOUR SHIFT?” Blue stated towards Black. 

Said skeleton huffed and crossed his arms, glares at you before stomping off. Finally leaving you alone. You let out the breath you were holding and stepped out from behind Blue. “Thank you for that Blue.” you tell him, very grateful for his help. 

You're even more tired now than what you were before. 

Blue turns and looks at you with a smile, “OF COURSE HUMAN, BLACK MAY BE RUDE AND MEAN HE WOULD NEVER ACTUALLY KILL YOU. HE RESPECTS THE LAW TOO MUCH TO DO SO. THOUGH I WOULD REFRAIN FROM CALLING HIM NAMES IN THE FUTURE. HIS TEMPER DOES GET THE BETTER OF HIM FROM TIME TO TIME.” Blue tells you. 

You nod in agreement though you hope you never have to come in contact with Black ever again. Now that Blue is facing you, you can get a better picture of his looks. Blue wore gray jogging jeans, a lighter gray tank top, plus matching blue colored gloves, boots, and bandana. He also looked to be covered in sweat that gave off a blue tint to it.

“Thank you again. I’ll keep that in mind.” you tell him. 

“GOOD NOW IF THAT IS ALL I WILL RETURN TO MY EXERCISE ROUTINE.” he tells you with a smile. 

You nod and start your walk back to your apartment, your milk is getting too warm and your eggs are more than likely shattered. 

You let out a sigh. 

As you're leaving though, you remember where you’ve heard the name Blue before. 

You stop and turn to said skeleton, “Hey Blue?” said skeleton turns towards you with a ‘yes?’ look on his face. “You wouldn't happen to have a brother that goes by the name Stretch do you?” you ask him.  

Then his face shifts to one of pure excitement, “YOU KNOW MY BROTHER!?” 

You nod, “This high, orange hoodie all the time, laid back personality, he’s mentioned you a lot but it didn't click till now that you're his brother.” you tell him smiling too. 

“WOWIE! I AM GLAD MY BROTHER IS MAKING FRIENDS WITH PEOPLE. OH! WHERE ARE MY MANORS, LET ME HELP YOU GET YOUR THINGS TO YOUR PLACE. WHERE DO YOU LIVE?” he offers. 

“You don't have to do that, Blue. I got it.” you tell him. 

But he wasn't having it, “NONSENSE YOU ARE MY BROTHER’S FRIEND AND I WISH TO HELP YOU.” he says then proceeding to take the items from your hands. His smile turns to that of concern toward said items. “OH MY THESE ARE WARM, COME WE MUST HURRY TO GET THESE INTO THE FRIDGE.” he tells you and begins walking off. 

In the wrong direction.

“Um. Blue. My place is this way” you tell him pointing in the opposite direction. 

He then quickly changes direction and the two of you walk to your apartment. On the way the two of you make conversation. “SO HOW DID YOU MEET MY BROTHER?” Blue asks.

“Well we met when I went to the store a few weeks ago, my dog Sheriff spotted him and Mutt and kinda went after them. Stretch distracted him with a bone though, Mutt wasn't too thrilled as he just walked away and into the store. Stretch on the other hand helped me get my groceries in my car.” you tell him. 

He hums in response to your story. “INTERESTING. MY BROTHER IS NORMALLY ONE FOR KEEPING TO HIMSELF BUT I GUESS THE HELP OF YOUR CANINE ALLOWED HIM TO OPEN UP TO YOU. AS FOR MUTT, THAT IS NOT SURPRISING COMING FROM HIM.” Blue pondered, “HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN TOWN?” he asks.

“Only a few weeks, so not long at all. Also how do you know Mutt?” you ask. 

“HE IS BLACK’S BROTHER AND WE ALL LIVE TOGETHER.” he tells you. 

“Really?” you imagine seeing those two together and it clicks, “Yeah that would make sense.” you mutter out. “So is it just the four of you?” you ask.

Blue shakes his skull, “NOPE THERE ARE A FEW MORE LIVING IN THE SAME HOUSE, IT MADE SENSE TO LIVE TOGETHER SINCE SOME OF US PREFER COMMUTING WITH OTHERS. PLUS IT'S CONVENIENT.” he tells you. 

“How many are there?” you ask once again. 

It takes Blue a minute to give you an answer, “AS FAR AS I AM AWARE THERE ARE 8 OF US LEAVING UNDER THE SAME ROOF.” he tells you. 

You hum in response, that's a lot of skeletons, and as far as you know you’ve met maybe 6 or 7 of them. You personally lost count after a bit. 

The two of you continue to talk about various things, your hoodies, your family, and more. It was pretty amazing how much you've learned from each other in the short walk to your apartment.

You learned that Blue enjoys making tacos, puzzles, exercise, and hanging out with friends. You also learned that he too is an officer and works in the same police station as Black. 

In return Blue learned what you do for a living, that you as well love to exercise (Blue is totally planning a day for the two of you to meet up and run a few laps), and your favorite foods. The two of you finished up with talking about Stretch. 

(Elsewhere: Stretch sneezes.) 

Eventually the two of you get to your apartment building, “Yelp I think I can get my things from here, thanks for your help Blue. See you again?” you injure as you take back your items. 

Blue seemed to get an idea and pulled out his phone, “LET'S EXCHANGE NUMBERS SO WE CAN PLAN ANOTHER MEETING TOGETHER!” he exclaimed excitedly. 

Shifting your things around, you grab your phone and give it to him to exchange your numbers. Once done he hands you back your phone then puts it back in your pocket. “Sweet, I’ll text you later Blue!” you tell him as you walk into your building. 

He stands there waving at you until the both of you lose sight of each other. 

You walk up to your apartment, pull out your keys and walk into your apartment. Making a b-line for the fridge. 

You put your hopefully not ruined items in the fridge and check the time. 

It's way past breakfast. 

Sighing you reach over to make yourself something to consume. You were kinda planning on starting up your exercise routine but after that trip. You’ll pass. 

Instead you flop right onto the couch and spend most of your day being lazy and doing whatever it is you want. Well. Anything that didn't include going out. You have a feeling the tiny tyrant hasn’t stopped looking for you in the area. Plus you don't feel like running into more skeletons today. 

After a few episodes of a random tv show you were watching, you decided to turn your attention to something different. Like looking up all the information you can on monsters. You had heard the rumors but never looked too deep into it, and the information on your apartment didn't say anything about the monsters. Guess they assumed you would know before coming. Or they didn't want to scare you away. 

You pull out your phone and type in ‘monster’ in the search bar, only to have images of bigfoot and ghosts. You rolled your eyes and retyped ‘real monster’, this time it was just bigfoot. 

Seriously. 

You once again typed ‘Mount Ebott monsters’ this time you got somewhere. According to the internet monsters were released 3 years ago and have been living on the surface since then. Before that they were locked under mount Ebott by a magical barrier that humans once placed. But now they live on the surface where they can live in peace. Unfortunately humans were not all accepting. Most humans didn't want monsters around and many people moved away from Ebott because of that. The mayor and the ambassador of monster, Frisk, came to an agreement. 

Monsters were allowed to go anywhere in Ebott, but they can not leave the city, nor can they enter certain areas of the city. They do have to obey the laws and can not use their magic on other people. At least not in public and against the human’s will. 

There are areas around the city that are color coordinated to keep both monsters and humans safe from each other and from the violence.

The white zone is where monsters are not allowed to go, that area is only for humans who, for whatever reason cannot or will not leave Ebott. The white zone is also where a lot of monster haters live to get away from monsters. 

The gray zones are where there are more humans than monsters, monsters are allowed to go into the gray zones but most don't since the gray zones are normally closer to the white zones and monster haters tend to be around in those areas. 

The red zones are where the humans and monsters really meet up. Monsters are not allowed to own property or housing, however they can rent out one as long as the true owner is human. Though now there have been some troubling signs of violence in that area as of late. 

The blue zone is the area where monsters and humans live in peace with each other. It is also where some monsters have their businesses for both humans and monsters. Both races love some of the more popular places like MTT restaurants and resorts, Muffet’s, and Grillby’s. Monsters are also allowed to own property or housing in the area. 

The green zone is where the majority of monsters live, humans can go there but they must be respectful towards monsters, who are normally extremely open minded. 

Of course there are exceptions to these rules. For example, if a monster were to be sent to any of the no monster zones, they must have a signed document that they are legally allowed to be there. If they show the paper then they are not allowed to be harmed in any way. If they are then there will be serious repercussions towards the culprits. 

Likewise if a human were to be hurt by a monster in any of the zones then both parties must complete a full report to the police. Even a small accident. The punishment will be talked over with both the powers of human government and monster royalty. All decisions will be watched over by the ambassador of monsters to make sure each party is fair. 

You scroll past the legal stuff.

Monster businesses. 

Monsters are allowed to own business but only in the blue and green zones. The most popular of the businesses being MTT restaurants, providing customers with exciting entertainment, delicious food, and an interesting display of decorations. Everything from neon lights to feathers everywhere.

The owner is Mettaton, who was the number one entertainment for monsters when they were underground. Mettaton is a robot monster who enjoys the eye-catching extravaganza of fashion. Mettaton is also looking into expanding, though there is not much room to expand upon since Mettaton is good friends with their so called rivals, Muffet and Grillby. 

Muffet is known for her dazzling baked goods and sweets. She currently owns 5 cafes and 2 bakeries. Down in the underground she was known for being very greedy, but since she has to now follow the rules of the surface, she has since lowered her prices of her goods. Another reason being that no one wanted to buy from her because of said high prices. 

There is the legendary bartender Grillby, the wonder of Grillby’s. Said monster only owns one bar and grill. He has the option and opportunity to expand but the silent monster decided to keep things simple and in front of him. Of course though he does have connections to different places to sell his products. 

All monster owners are most popular for the foods that they infuse with hints of magic. It does not affect the human body aside from minor sensations and pain relief. Most humans report a tingling feeling as they consume monster food. In some cases those who suffer from pain or illness start to feel better after eating monster food. Monsters reassure humans that the food they make is non-addictive and safe for humans to consume. 

Monsters rely on magic for most of their daily lives. Each magic is different in each indiviuals. It is even more distinct in different species of monsters. For example, goat monsters like the king and queen use fire magic. The queen does use healing magic but her attack magic is fire based. 

Within the monster community there are monsters called Boss monsters. Boss monsters are significantly more powerful than regular monsters. They contain more magical power and have high fighting skills. The king and queen are an example of boss monsters. 

There is still plenty we do not know about monsters and the human race is in no hurry to push them for answers either. 

When you finally finish reading through everything you feel as if you have a better understanding of monsters. At least from what the internet can tell you. 

So monsters have been released for 3 year? 

That’s how long you’ve had your injury on your arm. You look down at said arm. Could the monsters have been the cause of that day?

You shake your head, “No. They wouldn't do that to anyone.” you tell yourself. 

You get off your couch and walk over to your room. Sheriff already went to your bed to call it good night. You sigh and get changed into your pjs for the night. While getting dressed you think over everything you just learned. If you’d have to guess, your apartment is most likely in the gray or red zone. If you are in the red zone then you must be in one of the better sides of town. Same goes with the gray zone. 

If that were the case then it is probably for the best that none of the skeletons show up around here for their safety. 

Though there isn't anything against you going over to their place! 

You pulled out your phone and were about to text Blue to see if you could hang out with them. 

That is until you saw the time. It was really late in the night, so late that you're surprised you're still standing. If you text Blue at this hour then it would be considered rude, so you decide to put it off to tomorrow. For now you plug your phone in and crawl into bed. When you get under the blankets and your head lays on the pillow is when the wave of tiredness hits you hard. 

You fall asleep rather instantaneously. 

While you were sleeping in your apartment, someone was talking about you elsewhere. 

“I STILL CANNOT BELIEVE YOU MADE A HUMAN FRIEND AND NOT TELL ME BROTHER!” Blue scolded towards Stretch. 

Said skeleton had a look of shock on his face hearing his brother mention about you, “whatcha mean bro? i didn't tell ya cause it isn't a big deal.” Stretch told his brother.

“NOT A BIG DEAL!? PAPY THIS A VERY BIG DEAL! ALL YOU DO IS GO TO MUFFETS AND STAY AT HOME WORKING YOURSELF TO DUST.” Blue continued to scold. 

“whatcha two yellin’ about in her’.” ushered a new skeleton you have not met yet. He wore a red sweater, black shorts, a jacket thrown over his shoulder, and his signature golden tooth. 

“MY BROTHER MADE A HUMAN FRIEND! I GOT TO MEET HER TODAY AS BLACK WAS ABOUT TO HARM HER. WHICH I RESOLVED FLAWLESSLY IF I DO SAY SO MYSELF!” Blue exclaimed, making a proud pose for his amazing save. 

The new skeleton rolled his eye lights, “like h*** that's anythin’ to celebrate about. humans aint nothin’ but trouble.” he commented as he walked towards the fridge and pulled out a yellow bottle of mustard. 

“HOW WOULD YOU KNOW? YOU’VE NEVER EVEN SEEN HER LET ALONE MET HER.” Blue exclaimed. 

“don't have ta, all humans are da same. end of story.” grouchy skeleton said as he walked off from the conversation. 

Blue huffs and turns back towards his brother. Only to find him gone. 

“PAPY!!! THAT'S CHEATING!!” Blue yelled up the stairs. This in turn was rewarded by a series of groans and shouts towards the small skeleton. One being more prominent in saying ‘SHUT THE F*** UP!!!!!’ this caused said small skeleton to flinch and cover his mouth. “SORRY EVERYONE!!” 

Once again there were the groans and shouts turning the once peaceful household into one of loudness. Eventually though all the skeletons that live in the house go quiet for the night. A few can't seem to get you out of their minds. Others could care less about you. Then there are a couple who have no clue who you are. 

Oh boy. Your life is going to get interesting.