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[fource]

[This all just seems to emphasize what Quatre's been saying: there are clearly some people who need Lester, even if it's just for their... well, whatever the point of Fanport was. Some sort of holiday thing, apparently. He still doesn't really get it, but the important part is: they love Lester! Even if the entire thing feels weird and a little uncomfortable? Quatre's used to being a public figure, but only in the sense that his name is recognized, not like he has fans.]

It sounds like you made a lot of people happy. I'm sorry I missed it. [not really.

...] Cosplayers are when people dress up like specific imPorts, right?

[lesterzeppelin]

It’s okay! I bought plenty of stuff to show you when you get home 🎉🙌🏻

In this case, yeah, but not always.
Apparently the term also applies to the nerds who dress up like superheroes and comic book characters.

[fource]

Really? I'll look forward to it! 😊

[(he's learning so much about emojis here, this is all Lester's fault)

Anyway, it takes him a second to realize that Lester means fictional superheroes, in addition to the real life ones running around.]

That sounds like a lot of work, isn't it? They must be really dedicated if they're dressing up like comic book heroes.

[lesterzeppelin]

Exactly! Those characters mean the world to them.
Which is weird when you then realize hey, they're equally as invested in US. Different can of worms, same horrifying idea.

[ Because again, who the hell decides to invoke Lester in their every day life? He's a mess at the best of times. ]

[fource]

[Dressing up in general does seem like a pretty extreme show of admiration, but... well, Quatre knows a few too many people named after inspiration figures not to understand the urge.]

I guess it's a sign that we're making a difference in their lives, however it may be. [Whether he thinks they deserve it or not.] It's a little strange, but maybe it's the fate of anyone who tries to change history, or stand up to protect people. Everyone needs a source of hope, right?

[Quatre they're cosplayers.]

[lesterzeppelin]

Yeah. That's why people are immortalized in stories that long outlive them. Thousands of years down the line, we're still talking about them because they mean SOMETHING to us.


That said, I'd prefer to immortalize someone with a good ballad.
Easier to memorize, and less effort for all parties involved.

[fource]

Maybe the effort is part of the point. That way you prove that you really mean it.

Not that you wouldn't mean it with a ballad. That's still very meaningful too.

[lesterzeppelin]

It is VERY meaningful, Quatre.
I'll have you know, you're getting one when you return from space.
It'll immortalize you and your companions forever ;)

[fource]

Haha, that's very sweet! But you might want to wait to see what happens before we go immortalizing any of it. [in other words: complicated feelings about being recognized for smashing up outer space some more, ho!] I can't promise what we'll find.

[lesterzeppelin]

Yeah, but the fact that you're out there is impressive enough.

Myth immortalized Icarus but it also immortalized Perseus.
Point being: you'll be fine. You've got a god on your side. ☀

[fource]

[Both Icarus and Perseus, huh. He can't help but smile at that. Either succeed or fail trying. It's a very familiar feeling.]

Thanks Lester. We'll do our best up here if you do your best on the planet.