Benvenuto Quickies

[hazlov2004]

good job ben that was good

[Katie]

yay Whose Line! With all the sad stuff in the world it is nice to laugh for half an hour. And the hoedown is my favorite!!!!! That was a fun short, ben! Keep it up!

[XERO]

Thanks, Katie.

More coming soon.

[XERO]

Don't try this at home, kids.

Benvenuto Quickie #13

"You guys can do better than that!" Ben shouts as he dominates his brothers in Guilty Gear X...

One...

"Damnit!" yells Raph.

... by one...

"Crap!" screams Leo.

... by one...

"Friggin' FRAG!!' shouts Mikey.

... by one.

"Pig breasts!" says Don as he slams the controller. The other Turtles look at him in shock. He looks back and says, "Ah, shut up!" Another victory run for Benvenuto.

He turns off the game and they all walk to the the dojo to prepare for their night training.

Master Splinter is already in the dojo, sipping his sake. He has a constant smile on his face, though. This sake has been really positive with his taste buds lately. Tonight he seems different. More... happy.

The Turtles arrive and brand their weapons. Soon, they bow to their master, and kneel down in front of him, ready to complete their training. Master Splinter slowly rises up and walks towards them...

"Ahh... my sons... my wonderful... green... sons..." He says with a smile. The Turtles look at each other, then at Splinter. Leonardo then asks, "Master Splinter, are you okay?" Splinter chuckles. "Of course, Leonardo. Why do you ask such a question?" Michelangelo answers, "Well, you seem a little different tonight, sensei, more relaxed. Like you've just won a year supply of cheese or something..." Raph smacks Mikey for that remark. "What Mikey was trying to say, sensei, is that, uhhh... um..." Don continues for him. "... That you seem, a little more... umm..." Ben finishes. "... Happy."

Master Splinter chuckles again, still smiling. "No need to worry my sons. All is well. Really well. Let us begin." He goes to his kneeling table and takes another sip of sake before starting. "To start tonight's exercise, we shall engage in katas. Starting with... Benvenardo."

Ben tilts his head to the side. "Master, my name is BenvenUTO." He rises up, thinking to himself, Our names have too many syllables...

As the other Turtles look on, confused, Ben walks up to Splinter and bows. Splinter surprises him by taking off his white bandana and puts it on. As Ben is shocked, Splinter snickers, "Wax on... wax off...!" He then struggles to hold back laughter as he walks back to his table and takes another sip.

Leonardo then becomes worried. "Guys, somethings wrong. Splinter has never acted this way before." Donatello nods, "Yeah, it's like something has clouded his thoughts. Maybe he's..." Raphael interrupts, "HA! Him? No way, no how. Come on, Don. This is Master Splinter we're talking about. He would never drink!" Michelangelo agrees, "You're right, Raph. Sensei is very responsible."

They look back at Splinter who is now wielding Ben's bandana as a nunchuck, making a *whoosh!* sound with each swing. Ben becomes worried as he reaches the realization. "Uh, sensei, I'd hate to ask this, but... have you been boozin'?" Splinter stops smiling...

*SLAP!*

Benvenuto holds his left cheek, shocked at what Splinter just did. The Turtles quickly rise up, surprised at Splinter's strike at Ben.

"How dare you accuse me of drinking! You should know better, my son! I would never!" Splinter shouts at Ben, who feels pretty much humilated. Splinter walks back to take another sip, and Ben tries to apologize. "Sensei, I didn't... I didn't mean to... I-I'm sorry, I... "

As the Turtles prepare themselves for the worst, Splinter is no longer in a positive mood. He slams his cup on the floor, picks up the the pitcher of sake, and glomps the liquid down his throat with extreme force. It's official: Splinter is super drunk. Leo runs toward him. "Master Splinter, NO!" he yells as he knocks away the pitcher from his master's grip, causing it to shatter. Splinter almost chokes, his face now soaked. He looks at Leo with such authority. "Leonardo...!"

"Master Splinter, you're drunk! This has to stop!" Leo then tries to hold his master, but he quickly gets thrown into the wall. Raph then sees Leo. "Leo, no! Sensei, you gotta get control of yourself!" He runs towards Splinter.

The alcohol has raised Splinter's anger to a uncontrollable level. Don jumps in. "Sensei, please! We can help you! Please stop th-"

*SMACK*

Don is sent flying into Raphael. Mikey rushes in and tries to calm Splinter down. "Sensei! Don't do this, please! Stop it, now!" Splinter grabs him, but Mikey doesn't give up. "Ahhg...! Fight it, sensei! Fight it!" He fails as Splinter throws him towards Leonardo. Splinter looks at the destruction he has caused to the the Turtles. Ben is the only one left standing, maskless. He runs toward Splinter, and spreads his arms, ready to make a last stand to bring his master's sanity back.

"Splinter... SPLINTER!" He yells. Splinter looks at him, and walks toward him very slowly. Ben continues.

"Look in my eyes, sensei! You have to stop this! Look at what's happening to us. Your drinking is literally tearing us apart! You've got to focus!" Ben doesn't budge as Splinter grabs him by his shoulders. As Splinter looks Ben directly into his eyes, Ben tries to save him. "Whatever happened to honor, master? Whatever happened to family?! Whatever happened to 'Never drink'?" Splinter picks him up, ready to throw him. Ben sheds a tear, but he continues.

"Master... fight it... please...!" Splinter blinks twices, and grunts with pain: He is starting to fight back.

"Aghh... sensei... do it for us... unhg... for yourself..."

Splinter softens his grip as Ben's feet touch the ground once again. He continues.

"Master... do it... for Yoshi."

That was the last straw. Splinter's eyes swell up with tears as he lets go of Benvenuto, who is now holding his shoulder. Splinter drops down to his knees as he sobs in his hands. Ben has won him back. The other Turtles crawl up to them, and they all gather around Splinter. He looks up and says, teary-eyed, "My sons... I'm so sorry... I'm sorry..." The Turtles all hug him.

"It's okay, master. It's okay. We'll get through this. All of us..." Leo says as he hugs Splinter.

Mikey then tries to lighten the situation. "Man... was the cheese joke that bad?" They all share a laugh. "My sons, I'll never drink again. I promise you." They all nod and share one last group hug, their family bond closer than ever.

Soon, they all leave the dojo, prepared to get through this once and for all until Splinter is once again sober, for good.

[Weapon X]

Wow..........just wow, that was deep, never thought the dangers of drinking would come to this point in the TMNT universe let alone come into play at all, I think this is my new favorite one.

[Jester]

Why was he drinking...I smell sadness over loosing his own father.

[Masked Ninja]

Very nice... looks almost like Splinter was unaware of what the excessive drink would do to him. *pats head* At least Ben brought him back.

[XERO]

Thanks, guys.

Master Splinter always drinks sake. However, it just got the best of him that night. Let it be a lesson learned:

No matter who you are, no matter what, drinking can take control of your mind.

Be careful, guys. I mean that.

[KROW]

Originally Posted by Benvenuto

Hope you guys watch this show...

Benvenuto Quickie #12

"Ladies and gentlemen," Drew Carey shouts. "Welcome back to a very special episode of Who's Line is It Anyway? The show where everything's made up, and the points don't matter. That's right, the points are useless, like a midget at a amusement park."

The audience laugh and jeer at that remark. Drew continues.

"And right now, we're about to do our favorite game in the whole wide world... HOEDOWN!!! With the help of Laura Hall on piano!" The audience cheers wildly. But then Drew makes an announcement:

"However, we have a surprise for you guys. Instead of Wayne, Chip, Colan, and Ryan doing the hoedown as usual, tonight's hoedown will be performed by none other than... the infamous Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!"

The old theme song plays and the Turtles come out waving to the crowd. Ben points to the middle section, where April, Casey, and Master Splinter cheer them on. Drew shakes each of their hands, and then rubs his hand on his pants.

"Thanks for coming to the show, guys. I'm sure you're glad to be here," Drew says. "Not really, Fatti LaBelle!" Raph says, which stirs a wild array of laughter from the audience. "I LOVE YOU, DON!!" is heard from the audience, and Don blushes. Drew then starts the game. "Guys, just say whatever comes to your mind, okay. This is your night. Let's get this party started, everybody. Hoedown!" Ben then says, "It's Game Time!" and Mikey pretends to vomit.

*piano plays*

Donatello goes first:

E equals MC squared/ that is quite a fact
Too bad that my bros don't know/ their brains are not intact *laughter*
But, that's okay, because/ they are still the best *points to himself*
But when it comes to smart guys/ it is no contest!

The audience gives him a loud applause. Raphael goes next:

I really hate this show/ Man, it really sucks
It's all a ploy/ to make the big time bucks
Drew is an a**hole/ and Ryan is too tall
Wayne and Chip are sissies/ and Colin's got no balls!

The audience boos Raphael, and he tells them to "Shut up!" Leonardo joins in:

Raphael, that was not nice/ Ohh, what a shame!
You are just destroying/ a really funny game
Have a sense of humor, bro/ this I really like
You're just mad/ 'cause I owned your a** in Shredder Strikes!

The audience cheers and laugh wildly, as security guards struggle to hold Raph back away from Leo, who is dancing goofy to the tune with a wide smile on his face. "I'm gonna kick your a**, Leo! I'm gonna KICK YOUR A**!!!" Raph shouts as he is taken to the back. Soon, Michelangelo sings:

Oh, man, what a rush/ this is really fun!
I have been a fan of this/ show since day one!
Ryan is the coolest/ the laughs are like thunda!
All I have to say, dude/ is COW-A-BUNGA!!

Mikey gets crazy claps from the audience. Casey gets so into it, he stands up and yells "GOOOONGALAAA!!!" Mikey points at him. "Ladies and gentlemen, Jason X!" The audience laughs as Casey sits back down, embarrassed. Raphael comes back out, now cool and collected. Last up, is Benvenuto:

Well, I guess it's time for me/ to end this song
It's been a real good time/ but not that real long
Drew, thanks for having us/ it's been really swell-

Suddenly, an explosion happens, and the Shredder and the Foot appear, ready to fight the Turtles. As the Shredder laughs maniacally, the Turtles draw their weapons, and Benvenuto finishes his verse:

But, as you can see/ it's TIME TO KICK SOME SHELL!!!

All the Turtles sing as they charge towards the Foot:

TIME TO KICK SOME SHEEEEEEEEEEELL!

Drew faints.

That was frickin' awesome! I loved it!

[Katie]

Geez, sensei, Sake is for cooking... I only indulge...*shakes head* Ok, Like Julia Child I too must partake while I cook. Man, Bushido training for girls womps. Cook for your brothers....clean for your brothers...pick up your brothers' nasty messes. When do I get to train?? * hic* What are you looking at?? *hic* Lousy brothers...go save the world or something *hic*




Seriously though. important lesson. Nice PSA, Ben.

[The Stryker]

Once again, sweet writing...but i demand atleast a mention of ME! I gave Ben cookies!!

Nah man,great stories

[XERO]

Don't worry, Stryk-dog. I got ya covered.

Thanks.

[Weapon X]

Ben, I must have a new quickie.

[XERO]

It'll come, X.

I'm going through a blockout at the moment. I don't know how to make the dialogue believable...

I'll find something. Patience.

[Masked Ninja]

I have a Quickie...

D'you mind if I put it up here, Ben? As it involves you...

[XERO]

Go for it, dudette. Make sure you put your name on it.

[Masked Ninja]

Mask/Benvenuto Quickie #1

Benvenuto wakes up feeling much better than he had the previous evening. He heads down to the morning practice, but for some reason the dojo seems too crowded with everyone there. So Ben goes a ways into the sewers to practice on his own with his naginata. After a brief warmup, he throws himself headlong into his routine. The blade hums through the air smoothly as the young mutant thrusts, parries, and slashes at no one.

Meanwhile, Mask leaves his new home and walks up the tunnel in the direction of the lair, hoping to ask Don about getting the electricity hooked up. His first night there had been quite comfortable, and he's in a pretty good mood.

As Mask rounds a corner, Ben freezes, naginata held horizontally in front of him. The light is relatively low, so neither really recognizes much about the other. Ben shifts into a fighting stance with a roguish glint in his eye. "En garde!"

The sound surprises Mask, who whips out his wakizashi before seeing the other turtle. The sight of the faint, metallic flash in the semi-gloom is all it takes for Ben to decide his course of action. Mask goes down with a face full of feet and naginata-shaft.

"Look, he's coming out of it!"

"Come back to us, dude... coooome baaaa-" *smack* "Ow! Quit it, Raph!"

"Quit yaself. Give 'im a bit o' room, why dont'cha?"

Mask opens his eyes and realizes he's lying on the TV couch, staring at the ceiling of the lair. Five faces hover over him as he winces and rubs the side of his head. "What happened?"

Leonardo glances at Benvenuto.

"Heh heh... yeah, sorry 'bout that..." Ben fiddles with his belt absentmindedly. "Didn't know to expect you in the tunnel. I've had a pretty bad head cold and was totally out of it yesterday... didn't have the pleasure of meetin' ya."

"So you are..." Mask offered a hand.

"Benvenuto," the turtle in white replied, shaking it vigorously. "Nice to meetcha, Mask. Hey...when you're up, do you feel like a quick round of MarioKart?"

"What?"

"...a video game," clarifies Donatello, helping Mask up. "You play it with the TV."

"Wonder how that works?" muses Mask. He (somewhat unsteadily) gets up from the couch. "Yeah, I think I'll give that a shot."

Mikey winks at Raph behind the brown turtle's back. The red-masked turtle grins, mouthing He's so dead...

[Weapon X]

Great job on the "Quickie" Mask, that was great.

[The Stryker]

Damn, maybe i'll do one...or maybe just a fake comic cover. Whaddaya think Ben?

[XERO]

Go for it, Stryker.

Anybody can post their Ben/X Quickies here.