Author commentary: Dave just wants to read Rose's diary. That's all that's happening here. Nothing else. Then he accuses John of being nosy. Could this be his worst shittyboy moment in the story? It's probably in the running.
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Author commentary: Davesprite, now the exposition birdboy, helps us understand how gate logic works. They are the means of interplanetary travel. So now, as as student of Sburb, you finally know these planetary quests aren't insular, solitary events where the player never leaves their planet or meets their friends. They're huge, planet-hopping schemes requiring hella teamwork. Also, here we begin the chronicles of Real Dave vs. Bird Dave, and what the meaning of someone's "real self" even is. It's a sore subject, and John is routinely insensitive about it to his bro. John probably flashes a lot of "real self privilege" throughout the story because he's one of the only characters who remains the original version of himself all the way until the end. It's a nice perk of being the designated protagonist. The "cause I wouldnt give a shit" line is such a flagrant and obvious lie. It's disproven in many conversations, including the one immediately preceding this one. Also, I like how John, instead of saying, "That doesn't sound true, it sounds like bird-you is actually very sensitive about it," just says "ok" and changes the subject. Teens are kind of a bunch of dicks?
Despite the pandemonium of your entrance, Rose is still sound asleep. She must be really tuckered out!
It looks like this little guy is awake and ready for action though. He is adorable. You decide to name him Dr. Meowgon Spengler.
Author commentary: The Homestuck Kid Policy is, never let a good pet go rudely un-renamed, or ideally, unstolen either.