Revenge of Pig and Robot

Revenge of Pig and Robot is the twenty-third episode of the second season of TFAWPS. It is the forty-ninth episode overall.

Plot
When the Dark Order find themselves at a dead end, they return to Pig King to once again convince him to reveal his plan to them. After a lead, TFAWPS return to the Land of Ooo, while Paco and Mofo travel to Planet Popstar to protect Kirby, but find themselves embroiled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse.

Synopsis
While on board The Rental, just above the Land of Ooo, the members of the Dark Order contemplate their next move. Agent Yellow asks Zack if he thinks what they're about to do is a good idea, and Zack angrily replies that they are out of options and walks him through their failed attempts at getting the shards. Agent Yellow asks Zack if he really believes Pig King has a plan and Zack replies that he can't be sure, but he is sure that there's no way the four of them can get the shards away from Genesect by themselves. Zack then instructs Captain Cowboy to land The Rental at Pig King's Castle. Approaching the castle door, Master Robot hastily jumps out at them, holding them at laser point and asks what they're doing here. Zack tells him to stand down, but Master Robot refuses, saying that he doesn't serve Zack. He informs the Dark Order that Pig King has forbidden any visitors to his castle. Zack tells Master Robot that he means them no harm, he just wishes to meet with Pig King. Master Robot replies that he is programmed not to let the Dark Order into the castle, unless Zack provides the passcode. Zack asks Master Robot how he should know what the passcode is and Master Robot replies that if he doesn't know, then he has no right to speak with Pig King. Zack turns towards Agent Yellow, Bart, and Captain Cowboy, who look at him, knowing what he has to say. Master Robot reminds Zack that he won't be getting in unless he speaks the passcode. Zack then reluctantly turns towards Master Robot, takes a deep breath, and utters the phrase "I'm sorry," at which point Master Robot grants them all access to the castle.

Inside the castle, Pig King greets them and thanks Zack. He asks Pig King why he went through so much trouble and Pig King replies that all he wanted was to realize that he couldn't win without him, to which Zack replies by saying that it appears Pig King is right. Pig King says that he's happy Zack's reconsidered, but still isn't giving it away, but instead offering him a deal. Pig King says that he's willing to help Zack with the plan, under the condition that he and Zack are treated as equal partners, as Pig King will not cooperate if he's treated like just another one of Zack's lackeys, offering no offence to Agent Yellow, Bart, and Captain Cowboy, who all glare, frown, and roll their eyes respectively. Zack says that if he does this, Pig King will have to commit to the Dark Order, not run off on his own. Agent Yellow jumps up and asks Zack if he's really going to take Pig King seriously, and Zack turns to him and quietly asks what choice they have. Zack says that he's lucky he's out of options and agrees, with Pig King and Zack shaking hands. As they shake hands, Pig King tells Dr. Robotnik he can come out now, a move that confuses everyone in the room, save for Pig King and Master Robot. Dr. Robotnik tells his former teammates to relax and says that he'll explain everything. Zack angrily demands that he'd better. Dr. Robotnik reveals that while trying to get them out of the Negative Zone, he and Pig King got to talking and formulated a plan together and hoped Zack would agree to it immediately, but wasn't surprised when he behaved foolishly and egotistically. Dr. Robotnik says that while Zack has the potential to be a great leader, he needs someone by his side and he believes that Pig King and Zack are great to balance each other out, and now that they're all together, they have planning to do. Pig King then has Gunther and Tyler wheel out some whiteboards and asks everyone to get comfortable. Captain Cowboy asks them to wait a minute and wonders why he wasn't involved in the planning and Dr. Robotnik replies that he could have been, if he actually paid attention, instead of worrying about money. Captain Cowboy sits back down and they group begin to plan.

On Planet Popstar, Kirby arrives on a smuggler's ship, only to witness the city hub in ruins, with his face plastered across several buildings and streets. As Kirby walks the streets, he comes across the town hall where he finds a massive mob gathered outside, attempting to break down the impenetrable gate. As Kirby approaches, several of the rebels greet him with cheers and allow him to pass, but Kirby asks them what they're doing here and the rebels tell him they're here for change and revolution, as well as informing they thought Kirby had been executed. Kirby attempts to get into the hall, by using the intercom, but he's denied. Wondering how to get in, Genesect arrives and fires a blast at the chambers on the top floor, ordering Meta Knight to come out and face him. As Genesect continues firing blasts of energy at the chambers, the rebels cheer him on from the ground. Kirby realizes that this is a good way for him to get in and climbs up the stairs to the neighboring building and yells to Genesect that Meta Knight isn't here. Genesect turns his attention to Kirby and recognizes him as a Popstar general and gives him an ultimatum. He tells Kirby that if he doesn't hand over Meta Knight within the hour, he'll start executing civilians. Realizing what must be done, Kirby runs away and makes a call.

On the Starcaster, the team have another meeting. As they discuss, Lupina interrupts and tells Mega Man that he has a call, which he leaves to take. On the phone, Mega Man is informed by Kirby of the dire situation on Planet Popstar and asks if he can send the rest of the Squad to help him, but Mega Man tells Kirby that they aren't strong enough to get out of the second quadrant, besides they're probably not fully healed. Kirby says that hates to ask, but asks Mega Man if he can send some TFAWPS members to help. As Mega Man considers this, he gets another call and tells Kirby to hang on and answers the phone. The Mayor greets Mega Man and asks to speak to Sonic, prompting Mega Man to ask what's wrong. The Mayor tells Mega Man that he's witnessing some shady characters trapesing in and out of Pig King's Castle and wants TFAWPS to investigate. Mega Man apologizes to the Mayor and tells him that TFAWPS are in the middle of tracking down Genesect, and the Mayor replies that he understands, but he believes that the two situations are connected, as revealed by the bug he had placed in the Castle. Mega Man tells the Mayor he'll do what he can and goes back to Kirby, informing him that he's going to talk to Sonic and see what can be done, while he goes into the second quadrant to check on their friends. Mega Man hangs up the phone and returns to the hall. Sonic asks Mega Man what's going on and he informs the group that there are two situations which demand their attention, one with Genesect on Planet Popstar and another with Pig King on the Land of Ooo. Mega Man then apologizes and tells them that he will not be accompanying them on this one, as he needs to return to the second quadrant. Ted tells Mega Man to be careful, as he doesn't know the effects that the cosmic energy could have on him. Mega Man promises he'll be careful and wishes the team luck and lastly informs them that he believes that Zack is also involved in the Land of Ooo and calls it a hunch. He then departs. Sonic then asks the team if they have any volunteers for Planet Popstar, and Paco immediately volunteers, saying that Genesect is his best chance at getting to Cell, and says he'll do this alone. As he gets ready to leave, Sonic stops him and tells him that he's not doing this alone, and he's going to send Lupina with him to keep an eye on him. Mofo stands up and tells Paco that he's going with him too. Paco agrees to this and the three depart while everyone else heads towards the Land of Ooo.

In Pig King's Castle, Pig King asks everybody if they're clear on their part in the plan. Zack points out that this is a good plan and it's important that they don't fail. Pig King reminds him that it's important he doesn't fail either. Zack replies that he knows and tells the troops to head out. Agent Yellow, Bart, and Captain Cowboy board The Rental, and depart the Land of Ooo. Zack makes his way across the cosmic bridge, while Pig King, Master Robot, and Dr. Robotnik stay behind. Dr. Robotnik tells Pig King that now all they have to do is wait for TFAWPS to arrive and they can begin the next part of the plan. On The Rental, Agent Yellow sits in the passenger seat and complains to Bart and Captain Cowboy about being passed up for a promotion. Bart tells Agent Yellow that he wasn't passed up and assures him that Zack still trusts him the most. Captain Cowboy chimes in and says that Agent Yellow has no reason to feel passed up and complains that Pig King is walking around like he's the baddest there is, when in reality he should have been involved in their planning, citing that any plan he came up with would have been better. Bart speaks up and says that if it wasn't for him, the Dark Order would be over and then what would they do. Agent Yellow tells Bart to remember that this is all his fault if this plan fails. Captain Cowboy then tells them both to sit down, as they approach the jump point to Planet Popstar.

Just outside Pig King's Castle, everyone begins to depart, while Sonic asks Knuckles to stay on board, just in case there's an emergency. Although wishing he could accompany them to the action, Knuckles agrees to stay back. Sonic, Ted, Pink Panther, Buster, and Wally make their way up the mountain towards the castle. Meeting with the Mayor, he informs them that the suspicious characters had just left and confirms that it was Zack. Pink Panther thanks the Mayor for the call and tells him that they'll take it from there, as the Mayor heads back to City Hall. At the door to the castle, Sonic knocks as Pig King opens it himself. Pig King greets them, saying it's been a long time and asks how their vacations went. Sonic asks Pig King where his metal lackey is, and Pig King replies that he figured he'd greet them himself after being gone for so long and invites them inside. As Pig King enters his castle, Pink Panther tells Sonic that he knows this is a trap and Sonic replies that he obviously knows that and asks what he proposes they do. Pink Panther replies that he and Wally will stay outside while everyone else go in. Sonic agrees with this plan, and he, Ted, and Buster enter the Castle. Once inside, Pig King offers them coffee or tea and Sonic declines, but Buster replies that he'd like a tea. Pig King begins to prepare tea, while telling the others to take a seat. Ted asks Pig King why he's been meeting with Zack and Pig King replies that it's not because they are friends, but simply because they had a business meeting. Sonic and Ted approach Pig King and ask him what they're planning and what it has to do with Genesect and Pig King replies that it has nothing to do with Genesect, honestly, and neither him or Zack have any interest in working with that maniac ever again, glancing over the cabinet Genesect had locked Pig King in previously. Buster tells Sonic that he's going to take a look around and Pig King tells him that he should feel free, as he has nothing to hide. As Buster begins to look around, he greets Gunther and Tyler, who greet him back with a smile. As Buster finds nothing out of the ordinary, he glances out the back window and witnesses Master Robot leading Dr. Robotnik out the back door. As Buster yells, he runs back towards the front entrance, yelling for Pink Panther and Wally to head to the back, as Pig King puts his castle on lockdown, locking Sonic, Ted, and Buster inside with him, as he smiles devilishly at them. He laughs, asking them how they could have possibly fell for that and Buster sadly jokes that he isn't getting his tea, while Pig King tells him to shut up.

On Planet Popstar, Kirby attempts to get Genesect's attention, but can't seem to do so. Elsewhere in the city, Lupina lands the escape pod and as Paco and Mofo exit, Mofo tells her to stay close, but far enough back that if something goes down she doesn't get hurt. Paco and Mofo walk the streets, commenting on how it seems the Popstars never wanted to go to war in the first place and that they'd probably be better off with a massive change. They then begin calling Kirby's name which prompts the rebels to begin chanting as well, with Mofo realizing they'll need a new strategy to find Kirby. As they approach the town hall, they witness first hand the carnage that has taken over the planet. Paco tells Mofo that if they can't get find Kirby, maybe they can get Kirby to find them and flies up towards Genesect. Mofo tells Paco that he doesn't like that plan and asks him who is in control. Paco assures Mofo that he's in control and continues to fly upwards, but Mofo continues to protest, warning Paco not to lose control. As he realizes he needs a way to reach Paco, he notices The Rental landing a few streets over and approaches them. Agent Yellow, Bart, and Captain Cowboy run into a nearby building and begin making their way up, while Mofo calls out to them, prompting a chase up the stairs. Meanwhile, Paco approaches Genesect and calls him out, prompting Genesect to greet Paco as his "favorite vessel." Paco tells Genesect that he's not here to hurt him, at least for the moment. Genesect replies that he hasn't decided whether or not he wants to hurt Paco yet, but he's leaning towards eventually. Paco tells Genesect that he needs him alive and uninjured because he needs to find Cell and end him once and for all, and despite not knowing the details of their conflict, knows that Genesect also wishes to see Cell gone. Genesect tells Paco that he knows where Cell is, but he refuses to tell Paco, saying that while he would love to see Cell gone, he just get give up the joy he gets watching Cell torment Paco the way he does. As Paco gets more angry, Mofo shouts from a window to stay calm. On the roof of the same building, Agent Yellow, Bart and Captain Cowboy arrive and demand the locations of the shards from him, promising a fight if he doesn't. Genesect turns his attention towards them agreeing that a fight sounds good and fires a cosmic blast at them, while Paco yells for them to duck. Diving out of the way, Agent Yellow and Bart hide behind a wall, while Captain Cowboy falls off the roof, only to be caught by Mofo. Captain Cowboy thanks Mofo for the save, but Mofo replies by knocking him out. Agent Yellow and Bart run away across the roof while Genesect gives chase, soon followed by Paco, then Mofo. Captain Cowboy groggily gets up and chases after Mofo promising a rematch.

On Fin-Land, Zack returns to the palace to meet with his parents, but is first met by Princess Peach, who has just left a meeting with them, disappointed in their refusal to help. As Princess Peach leaves, Zack enters the chambers as he is greeted by Queen Lucy, asking how he's been and what he's been up to you. King Salamence interjects and says that Zack has been ignoring Fin-Land and her people. Zack says that he's actually been out helping people, rather than turning them away. Queen Lucy begs Zack not to egg his father on, but King Salamence says that he has not been made aware of any missions, but Zack says that maybe it's because he has no interest in helping people. King Salamence orders Zack to watch his tone. Queen Lucy asks Zack to explain what he's been doing. Zack asks if they are aware of the current turmoil on Planet Popstar as well as in the second quadrant, which they both respond that they are aware. Zack explains that the Galactic Federation is unable to divert resources to the second quadrant to help because it has to deal with the war, but since Fin-Land is the highest authority in the third quadrant, they should lend a hand in the war, so the Galactic Federation can devote their resources to the second quadrant. Queen Lucy admits to Zack that it is a great plan, which King Salamence reluctantly agrees to. Zack makes a request to make this official, which King Salamence agrees to, so long as Zack spearheads it. Zack agrees and excuses himself to his chambers, calling Pig King and informing him that his part of the plan is accomplished.

Inside Pig King's Castle, Sonic demands to be set free. Pig King says okay and walks over to the door, prompting Sonic to ask if he's for real and Pig King says that every time someone gets captured, saying "let me go" never works. Sonic says that he supposes Pig King is right and asks what's going to happen now. Pig King says that they'll just hang out and he jokingly flops over on his couch and asks Sonic if he has a crush on anyone. Sonic gets up and says to Ted and Buster that if they're going to get out of here they'll have to find their own way. Ted replies that he has his own way and fires an energy blast at the walls, but this proves ineffective. Pig King tells Ted that it was a good idea, but he's had some work done on the castle since their disappearance and he wasn't sure about it at first, but now it seems to be paying off. Sonic tells them to split up and look around, saying there's got to be a way out. Outside the castle, Pink Panther and Wally make it around to the other side, just in time to witness Master Robot and Dr. Robotnik escaping. Pink Panther calls out to them and Master Robot asks what they're doing here, saying they're supposed to be in the castle, but Pink Panther replies that it appears they're not. Master Robot informs them that his orders are to make sure TFAWPS are in the castle and proceeds towards them. Wally asks Pink Panther what the plan is and Pink Panther responds that they'll fight and the three fight while Dr. Robotnik continues his escape.

On Planet Popstar, the chase continues on. Kirby arrives in an old military building, which has since been vandalized and rummaged through, and finds a phone and attempts to contact Meta Knight, but finds he is unable. Kirby soon finds himself in the middle of the chase as Agent Yellow and Bart crash through the windows and continue running, prompting Kirby to ask what they're running from. Looking out the window, Kirby ducks out of the way as Genesect crashes through next, Kirby gets back up and attempts to tackle Genesect, but Paco flies through the window next and Kirby accidentally tackles him out of the window. Paco grabs Kirby quickly and covers him while he rolls through the window of the building across the street. Kirby apologizes and Paco tells Kirby to get on his back. Bart quickly tries to pry open a door while Agent Yellow urges him to hurry up, when they are approached by Genesect, who asks what happened to their fight. Mofo says that the fight is right here and lunges towards Genesect, but Paco quickly arrives back and tackles Genesect into Agent Yellow and Bart, prompting everyone in the room to go flying out the window. Kirby falls off of Paco's back and lands in the building across the street with Mofo, Agent Yellow, and Bart, while Genesect and Paco fly up to face each other. Mofo urges Kirby that he needs to get Paco away from Genesect quickly, while Captain Cowboy finally arrives and yells across the street for Agent Yellow and Bart to hold on, as he's going to come rescue them.

Entering the second quadrant, Mega Man carefully makes his way towards the Sheikh Nation, finding it in near total darkness as the cosmic energy drains the life from the planet. Mega Man makes his way towards the hospital where he finds Goku and Yamcha helping tend to the sick and injured. Mega Man greets them and asks how the situation is and Goku replies that it's about as bad as it looks. Yamcha tells Mega Man that his friends are around the corner and he enters the room to find Froakie, Pac-Man, and Snoopy still injured, but better. Froakie awakens and tells Mega Man that he's sorry they aren't at their best, but they can still fight. Mega Man is initially reluctant, but Froakie manages to convince him that they're well enough to fight, they just need him to help them get out of the second quadrant.

On the Land of Ooo, Pink Panther and Wally are unable to keep up with Master Robot's skills and are both bested by him. Inside the castle, Ted continues to search for a new way out, while Sonic and Buster interrogate Pig King for the final time, saying if he doesn't give them what they want, they will use violence. Pig King replies that he knows they want a way out, but the way out isn't inside the castle. Sonic is confused by this and Buster realizes the meaning and begins beating up Pig King. Sonic asks Buster why he's doing that and Buster replies that Master Robot is their way out of here and this is the only way to get him over here. Outside the castle, Master Robot realizes Pig King is in danger and abandons the fight and heads back towards the castle. Pink Panther and Wally groggily get up and keep chasing after Dr. Robotnik, realizing that he's gone towards Zack's Lair. Heading into the Lair after him, they find it strangely empty. As they look around, they find part one of the plan on a white board, which details the mission on Planet Popstar, where they will attack a S.E.C.R.E.T. base there, unbeknownst to them, it's a lie. Realizing that something is going to happen there, Pink Panther and Wally hurry outside and contact Knuckles telling him there's an emergency. Knuckles says that he's already taken care of it and has Space Corps soldiers on their way to the Land of Ooo to arrest Pig King. Pink Panther says that there's more and asks him to inform S.E.C.R.E.T. that they need to send some agents to arrest the Dark Order, which Knuckles assures them he's on it.

At the castle, Master Robot enters and squares up against Sonic, Ted, and Buster. Pig King tells Master Robot to attack them and they all begin fighting. As Master Robot gains the upper hand rather quickly against them, Ted begins firing massive energy blasts at him, damaging him and knocking him back. Ted then grabs Master Robot and the two fly up straight through the ceiling, leaving Sonic, Buster, and Pig King stunned. Sonic and Buster then turn towards Pig King and tie him up. Master Robot manages to break free of Ted's grasp and punches him in the face, sending Ted hurtling backwards. Ted shakes the hit off and heads back towards the fight, with Master Robot calling his fighting style unusual. Ted violently attacks Master Robot once more, saying that he's done messing around and is going to kill him for what he did to Wave. Master Robot tells Ted that he truly did not mean to kill Wave, but Ted only replies that it doesn't change the fact that he did. Master Robot says that he understands and that event has caused him to reevaluate his programming and consider if what he's doing is the right thing, or if he should be allowed to roam free at all. Ted asks that, if that were true, why he hasn't left Pig King. Master Robot replies that Pig King built him and has been his only friend and companion for many many years and something like that is not easy to give up. Even so, Pig King will still have ultimate control over him. Ted then realizes that Master Robot isn't truly to blame and lets him go. Master Robot is then electrocuted and taken prisoner aboard a Space Corps ship.

On Planet Popstar, Genesect attempts to coax Cell out of Paco's head, but Paco refuses. Captain Cowboy fires his revolver at an awning, causing it to partially fall off of the wall, giving Agent Yellow and Bart an easy way down to the street. Kirby gets up from the window and throws a piece of debris at Captain Cowboy, hitting him causing him to fall from the window and on to the street. Captain Cowboy tells Kirby that he'll pay for that and climbs the awning up towards him. Mofo tackles Bart to the ground, asking what he's doing here, and Bart replies that it's none of his business before spitting in his face, prompting Mofo to recoil back. Genesect yells to Kirby that his time is almost up and Kirby realizes that he's right. Kirby then jumps out of the window and makes his way towards the town hall. Captain Cowboy arrives just in time to chase after him, calling Agent Yellow and Bart along with him, but Mofo intercepts them and starts chasing them. Genesect ignores Paco and starts following Kirby, prompting Paco to follow Genesect. Reaching the edge of the building, Kirby is caught by Captain Cowboy and the two begin a fight, while Agent Yellow and Bart end up in an elevator and press down, but Mofo and Paco dive in just as it closes. creating an awkward moment during the ride down.

Genesect arrives and breaks up the fight between Captain Cowboy and Kirby. Genesect grabs Kirby and drags him out of the building. Captain Cowboy demands Genesect give Kirby back to him and fires his revolver at him, angering Genesect. He begins to approach Captain Cowboy with the intent to kill him, but is stopped by Paco. Agent Yellow and Bart exit the elevator pushing Mofo out of the way, but Mofo trips Bart. Kirby grabs a megaphone from the protesters. As Paco and Genesect fight in the background, Kirby stands up and demands King Kai stop cowering away in his castle and face the music. Kirby tells King Kai that his time on the throne is over and warns the remaining Popstars still loyal to him that their time and way of life is over and it's time for new leadership and if that means him, then so be it and his first order of business will be making sure King Kai and Meta Knight pay for their crimes. Unbeknownst to Kirby, that message was broadcast all throughout Planet Popstar. From inside the hall, King Kai watches the message with fury.

Back on the Land of Ooo, Knuckles leads the Space Corps troops to Pig King's Castle where Sonic and Buster are rescued and Pig King is placed under arrest. As Pig King and Master Robot are taken away on a Galactic Federation prison ship, Sonic, Pink Panther, Ted, Buster, and Wally return to the Starcaster while Knuckles travels with the Galactic Federation prison ship. As TFAWPS return to the Starcaster, they get a call from Lupina who tells them they need to get to Planet Popstar immediately. Wally immediately jumps into the driver's seat and tells everybody to hold on as he speeds towards the jump point.

On Planet Popstar, Kirby continues to urge King Kai to open the doors, while Mofo tries to take on Agent Yellow and Bart all by himself. Captain Cowboy hides from Genesect while occasionally firing rounds at him, while Genesect himself is busy fighting with Paco. During the fight, Captain Cowboy notices a S.E.C.R.E.T. ship landing in the street and runs away. Paco and Genesect push each other into a building, while Wario and Waluigi exit the ship. They approach Agent Yellow and Bart and pull them off of Mofo. Wario places them under arrest, while Waluigi says that they better get comfortable. Taking them into the ship, the four depart. As the S.E.C.R.E.T. ship departs, the Halberd suddenly arrives and Meta Knight calls down to the people of Planet Popstar, saying that he has no love for the people, but they share the goal of watching King Kai fall. Meta Knight then fires the Halberd at the front gates, destroying them and allowing the rebels access to the inside. Noticing the Halberd, Mofo calls for Paco to get his attention. The Halberd fires down on Mofo, knocking him back into a building unconscious. Paco flies down to help him and Genesect fires a cosmic blast at him, knocking him out as well. The Halberd lands near them. As Genesect exits the building, he approaches Meta Knight and demands a meeting and Meta Knight invites him inside.

From inside the Halberd, Roy and G. Biv look outside watching their teammates get so close to rescuing them, only to be beaten once again. The Halberd begins to take off, but is met with warning shots from the Starcaster and the two ships enter a stand off.

Characters

 * Sonic
 * Ted
 * Pink Panther
 * Paco
 * Mofo
 * Buster
 * Roy (no lines)
 * G. Biv (no lines)
 * Lupina
 * Wally
 * Mega Man
 * Kirby
 * Knuckles
 * Genesect
 * Pig King
 * Master Robot
 * Zack
 * Agent Yellow
 * Bart
 * Captain Cowboy
 * Dr. Robotnik
 * Wario
 * Waluigi
 * King Salamence
 * Queen Lucy
 * Goku
 * Yamcha
 * Froakie
 * Snoopy (no lines)
 * Pac-Man (no lines)
 * Princess Peach
 * King Kai (no lines)
 * Meta Knight
 * Mayor