Disclaimer (for whole story): I do not own anything DC or related to DC comics. No OC's in this story, so I don't have claim for them either.

Chapter Title: Prologue

"You look tired, Master Richard," said an elderly man with snow white hair and a snow white mustache to match. He was wearing a butler outfit, and was giving a teenage boy a barely-concealed worried glance.

"I told you not to call me that while I'm in costume, Wintergreen," the teenage boy said curtly in answer. Wintergreen bowed, "As you wish… Robin."

Robin nodded his head in acceptance of Wintergreen's apology and stalked through the house. He was planning on going to his room, getting out of his armor, and having a nice sleep for once. He was just about to reach his room when a voice from behind him spoke. "Robin, pack your bags, we're leaving."

Robin stopped dead in his tracks and turned around. Slade Wilson was wearing his mask, as was Robin, and had a few bags packed next to him. The sight would have been amusing to anyone other than Robin, who learned not to laugh at Slade at an early age. "Why are we leaving, Master?" The words slipped from his tongue so easily, he had no qualms in calling Slade 'Master'. Wintergreen did it all the time, so there really wasn't harm, right?

"We're going to Gotham City."

Robin caught himself just before his mouth dropped open. "Gotham City? I thought we were going to Jump City?"

"Change of plans. Good thing you're already in your costume, since we're leaving straight away. Now be quick, bring only what you need to survive."

To most people, that would include rations of food, water, clothes, and a sleeping bag maybe - but to Slade and Robin, it meant the machete that Robin kept in his dresser, spikes, blades, Robin's bo-staff, and enough armor to last a lifetime. "Quickly now."

Robin gave him a curt nod and raced off into his bedroom. It wasn't much – just a normal everyday bedroom from the looks of it. Blue wallpaper, tan carpet, a small but comfortable looking bed in the corner, a lamp, a dresser with a wardrobe next to it…

Robin walked over to the wardrobe and yanked open the door, his hand automatically catching the bo-staff that fell out of it. The inside of the wardrobe looked like a battle station. Blades and spikes lined the walls, three collapsible bo-staffs were fit snuggly between them. A samurai sword lay down on the bottom of the wardrobe. In the middle was a whole section dedicated to his costume. As Slade had said, Robin was already wearing his costume, but there were extensions that needed to be put on it if he was traveling light like Slade had planned.

He grabbed two spikes off the walls carefully and placed each one in the heel of his boots, where a little slot was waiting for them. He opened a back section of the wardrobe where even more weapons lingered. He grabbed his dart shooter and connected it to the armor on his right arm. Then he placed the wrist-band blades on his wrist armor, watching as they slowly slid into place. Looking at him now, you would never be able to tell they were there.

He had more defenses than that though. He grabbed his metal utility belt and put it on, feeling more secure with the weapons he knew were in there. Disc grenades, grappling hook, more spikes for his boots, gas and smoke pellets, ice bombs, fire explosives and of course, multiple lock picks. Then, there was the best weapon of all… he clicked a small, unnoticeable button on the inside of the belt, and smirked as his body became invisible. Newly designed, Slade had come up with the idea after Robin almost got caught on camera stealing something for him. The invisibility would only last a few seconds, but could be used numerous times to confuse and surprise opponents. He closed the wardrobe in favor of the dresser. He pulled out a few spare costumes and civilian clothes (he doubted he'd end up using them, though) which were hiding the machete underneath. It wasn't too large, but it wasn't too small either. He had to string it to his back if he wanted to wear it at all times, but luckily for him, he could fit it in the duffle bag he was going to bring.

"Robin, now!"

Robin smirked as he threw the clothes and weapons into the black duffle, trying to imagine himself in Gotham City. He'd never been there before, despite his ultimate wish of wanting to go there someday. The crime rate was unbelievable – he could probably rob a few places and nobody would even notice… or care. The only downside to Gotham City, however, is Batman. The Dark Knight. The city's protector. Jump would be easier to take control over, seeing as it had no superhero guarding it, but Gotham would be a thrill. He almost hoped he'd get the chance to fight the Dark Knight – he had heard a lot about him, and wanted to see how he battled.

Moments later Slade and Robin were at the door, Robin turning to Wintergreen. "Aren't you coming?"

"Oh no, dear boy, I think not. Not this time. Master Slade wishes me to care for the house while you two are… away."

Robin frowned, and put a hand on Wintergreen's shoulder. He didn't get attached to people very easily, but if Slade hurt Robin too bad, or if he was roughed up from a fight, Wintergreen would always be there to heal him and comfort him if he needed it. He would miss him. "I'll see you soon, then."

Wintergreen bowed, but said nothing. As the doors shut behind Robin and Slade, the young teenage boy couldn't help but to feel as though this would be the last time he would see the old man. Shaking his head to clear these feelings, he followed Slade to the car. Excitement was taking over the dread that something bad would happen. He was going to Gotham! And Gotham would never know what hit it.

Very short chapter, I know, but I needed an opening prologue for you guys. I already have the whole plotline written down *three cheers for me!* and I think I did my homework properly for this. Any reviews will award you a virtual cookie! Plus your penname will be written down. I'll try answering any questions you guys have on the bottom of each chapter. So hopefully you liked this. One more thing:

Villains that will appear in this story: Slade, Black Mask, Joker, Riddler, Poison Ivy, Scarecrow, Killer Frost, H.I.V.E. Five and Cinderblock.

Heroes that will appear in this story: Batman, Speedy, Green Arrow (mentioned)

Robin is more or less an in-between villain/hero in this story, so I'm not listing him as anything. Alfred and Wintergreen make appearances as well.