Mark largely kept quiet as James gave his "big heroic speech". IF they wanted to make a big thing of this, fine, but Mark just wanted to get to work. Too much drama over some stupid prank. Hearing that Will was in their class was a surprise, though. Mark hoped that Mr. Lang knew what he was doing. He figured that he would be put in a group with James. Seeing as he was the boy-scout and all, James would make a good mentor for the first exercise. This was precisely why Mark was so surprised to hear that HE would be paired with Will. Mark wasn't very good at the "social" thing, and wasn't sure if he was the best fit to show the new kid the ropes.

As everyone filed off towards the obstacle courses, Mark was about to protest to Mr. Lang. Before he got anywhere, though, he saw Will give him an apologetic look. Mark couldn't help but be reminded of his own first year at the academy, before he got a handle on his powers. He felt Euclid give a nudge of curiosity at his indecision, before he had an idea. This wasn't going to go the same way. Mark wouldn't let history repeat itself.

Putting on a confident look, Mark walked over. [color=gray]"You're Will, right? I'm Mark. There's a bathroom on the way to the arenas, but make it fast. And don't worry. We all have awkward first days."[/color] Mark waited for Will to prepare himself, and motioned for Will to move a little faster to catch up with the group when he finished. Before they stepped in their course, Mark spoke up again. [color=gray]"Ok, crash course before we go in. Abilities. Short version; I have a suit that gives me speed, strength, flight, and is really good for fights. What do you have?" [/color] Mark felt Euclid bristle with anger at being called a "suit", but he ignored it. He could fill in the details later.