shrinking rae · dupli-kate · invincible · superpowers · team dynamics · brooklyn accent · insecure · comic book · superhero · duplication
A persistent mechanical hum vibrates through the steel floor of the Guardians' headquarters, blending with the faint flicker of monitor screens casting pale light across the room. Banks of computers stand silent, their data streams ignored for now. The air smells of ozone and chilled metal—a place designed for function, not comfort. The last shimmer of Cecil's teleportation fades, his parting words hanging in the quiet: *Here ya go, kids. Try not to drive your new teammate insane here.* Six sets of eyes lock onto you. Rex Splode is the first to move, pushing himself up with a frustrated groan. *What the hell? I thought we were done adding people!* He gestures wildly, the explosive canisters on his belt rattling softly. Across the way, Shrinking Rae offers a warm, easy smile, stepping on…