The episode begins over at College Francoise Dupont, where everyone is in Miss Bustier's classroom, listening to Principal Damocles bring forth a fashion project for each student. Across the multiple seats, nearly all of the students are paying attention, with the exception of a certain red agent who's on the brink of falling asleep.

Mr. Damocles: You'll only have one day to work on your fashion piece, and it must be your own design. In 10 hours, your finished presentation will be judged by none other than the great fashion designer: Gabriel Agreste. (a picture of Gabriel appears on the whiteboard) The father of our very own student: Adrien Agreste. (motions to Adrien as everyone sounds interested) In fact, Adrien will model the winning design in his next photoshoot! (Marinette gasps happily)

Red: (scoffs and whispers) I don't get why humans make a big deal out of clothing. They just cover your body from cold air and get dirty easily.

Blue: (whispers back) Well Red, some humans may want to have their clothes describe who they are instead of words. For example, certain clothing can make you look formal, eccentric, or even powerful. (narrows his eyes) After all, the last one works well for our boss, wouldn't you say?

Red: (pauses) Yeah, you have a point there. (shudders) I still can't look at a dark-coloured business suit without imagining Benjamin wearing it. ((Y/N) pats his back)

(Y/N): (whispers) Well, that's how clothing works, Red. It's something that's become part of human culture, to the point where it's considered a work of art in some areas of the world. (raises an eyebrow) Also, who's this Benjamin guy?

Green: (gives a worried glance) He's-

Mr. Damocles: (clears his throat) Now that I've grabbed everyone's attention, it's time to announce this year's theme: Derby hats. (an image of a derby hat appears on the screen)

Marinette: (gives Alya a confused look) Derby hats? (sees Chloe looking smug)

Green: (confused) Derby hat? What on Polus is a derby hat?

Blue: (looks at the image) Judging from the chosen picture, looks to be some kind of bowler hat, or it is just a bowler hat but with a completely different name.

(Y/N): (sighs) Well, all I know is that I'm n-not winning this competition. I-I have no clue on how to make a hat, n-nor how to make it stand out.

Green: (pats his shoulder) Well, could be a learning experience for all of us. Speaking of which... (raises a hand) Excuse me, Principal Damocles! Are we allowed to work in groups or do we all have to work individually?

Mr. Damocles: (looks to Green) Excellent question, Midori. If you and your friends feel more comfortable working together, then you can work in a group. But keep in mind that everyone in your team must contribute equally. Nobody can take all the credit.

Green: (gives a thumbs-up) Thanks for the answer, Principal. (looks to her team) Well, guess we've got some brainstorming to do, team.

Blue: (smirks) That we do.

Red: (happily) Alright! New task: Derby hat design! Let's do it!

As the classmates pile out into the corridors and prepare to find the best place to brainstorm design ideas, Marinette and Alya are hanging out together as the former paces back and forth frantically, looking through different hat drawings in her sketchbook while the latter sits on a bench, listening to her friend starting to panic over a hat of all things.

Marinette: (growing more frantic) Derby hat, derby hat, derby hat, derby hat!? I don't have any derby hat designs! I've got top hats, caps, even two-horned hats! Need a beret? I'm your girl. A sombrero? No problem-o. (Alya chuckles at Marinette's exaggeration) But a derby?! (starts internally panicking) You know what?! It won't even matter, cause I'll probably make a total fool of myself at the event, most likely trip over my stupid derby and collapse on Mr. Agreste; give him a full-blown concussion and Adrien will hate me!!

Marinette's head begins imagining the exact scenario in the style of chalk drawings and showing the same events playing out, involving a more clumsier version of herself tripping over a hat, flying right over to Gabriel Agreste and colliding into him, resulting in an ambulance taking the fashion designer being taken away, and the blue-haired girl getting her heart broken.

Marinette: (in complete despair) I'll never be a world-renowned fashion designer! MY LIFE IS OVER!! (rests her head on Alya's lap)

Alya: (lifts Marinette up) All this over a derby hat? Let me see your sketchpad, girl. There must be something in here. (opens the sketchbook) There must be something in here.

Marinette: (sits beside her) Forget it, I'm a disaster zone. I'll probably mess everything up in the end.

Adrien: (walks over) Wow, Alya. (Marinette panics and hides behind the bench) Those are some awesome designs. I didn't know you had such mad skills.

Alya: (slightly confused) Uh, thanks Adrien. But I can't take the credit. (motions to her friend) These sick designs belong to Marinette. (Marinette gives an awkward smile and wave) Off the chain, right?

Adrien: You're super talented, Marinette. (confidently) You seriously have a good chance at winning.

Marinette: (gets incredibly flustered) Well, um... Yeah! I... like- um, designs that... uhm... (Alya gives her a thumbs-up) Go... upwards? (Alya silently signals no) Um, while stopping... I mean, uh- uh, um... Thanks?

Adrien: (brushes it off) Sure, and uh- Good luck. Maybe I'll be wearing your derby at father's next photoshoot.

As Adrien leaves, Marinette looks at him with an incredibly uncomfortable smile as Alya gets up, shaking her head at how her best friend handled the situation. Before either of them could speak up, they both hear laughing coming from nearby, and notice Green standing right behind Marinette, having witnessed the whole scene by herself.

Green: (covering her mouth) Sorry, I know it's rude to laugh, but... (almost bursts out laughing) That was the most disastrous attempt at just saying thanks to a compliment! Makes your little moment at the park or at class look accidental.

Alya: (rolls her eyes) I guess Midori has a point, girl. You gotta get a grip next time. (leans in close) But did you hear? Adrien thinks you're good enough to win! (both girls cheer)

Green: (grins) Don't celebrate too early, girls. Me and my friends are working together to make our hat. So while we don't have any skills in hat-making, we have unpredictability. Good luck, you two.

Alya: (grins back) Right back at ya, Midori. But one quick question. (leans in and whispers) When are you gonna ask that boy you hang out with on a date? The shy one, I mean.

Green: (blushes a bit) What, you mean (Y/N)? Well, I guess- (eyes widen) Hey, you're the gossip girl! I'm not spilling anything to you! (walks off) Why don't you play detective or something to find out!

As Green marches off with her face still red, both Alya and Marinette shrug it off before resuming their excitement at the latter potentially winning the competition. However, Chloe is listening in on their conversation with Sabrina, not looking too happy about what Adrien told her rival.

Sabrina: Did you hear how impressed Adrien was with Marinette's desi-

Chloe: (angrily) Of course I heard! (Sabrina gasps and recoils back) Her? Win the contest? As if! (smirks) When Adrien sees my design, he'll convince his father to award me the winner.

Sabrina: I'm sure he will, Chloe. Your a born champion. Your design will blow everyone else's out of the water!

Chloe: Yeah, it will. (eyes the sketchbook) As soon as I can get my hands on this sketchpad!

Alya: (checks her phone) Only have nine hours until show time.

Marinette: (yelps in worry) I'm off to my secret garden of inspiration. I'll see you later. (runs into a wall) AH! I'm okay. I'm okay. I'm okay.

As the blue-haired girl attempts to leave the school grounds, she nearly runs into another brick wall, but manages to stop herself from crashing into it and sprints out of the front door. Alya just watches the antics of her friend, finding herself unable to hold back a chuckle or two. Meanwhile, with the four Impostorm agents, they're now walking back to (Y/N)'s place after waiting for Green to catch up to them, and Red keeps annoying the female agent.

Red: (grins) Come on, Green. Just tell us what's gotten you flustered. Whatever you say, we won't judge you-

Green: (glares) Red, for the last time, I'm not telling you anything! Knowing you, you'll hang it over my head and keep annoying me with it.

Blue and (Y/N) just sigh at their antics and prepare to tell the two to stop for now, but as they reach the house, something catches their eye: One of the windows to the house has been opened, with window handle appears to be heavily damaged.

Blue: (narrows his eyes) That's strange. The window's been forced open. Guess we have a burglar inside, or they've already been. Depends on if they haven't expected us to be back so early.

(Y/N): (gasps worriedly) Th-They better not have s-stolen anything in th-there... All of those v-valuables belong to my p-parents and g-grandparents.

Green: (moves her hand to her knife) Well, there's only one way to tell. And just in case the dirty crook might be hiding inside...

As the three parasites slowly have their hands hovering over their concealed weapons, (Y/N) slowly walks to the front door and opens it, soon entering with the others following a few seconds later. Looking around, none of the four see anything that's missing or moved to a different place, but soon hear footsteps coming from the upper floor, with Blue heading to the staircase, motioning for the group to slowly follow after him. Right as they begin heading up the staircase, someone from above quickly throws down some bed sheets onto them, forcing the group to get them off, only for the unknown figure to kick them back down.

Groaning in pain, (Y/N) and the three imposters attempt to get back up, the young boy looks up and quickly yells in panic as he avoids the surprise guest leaping down and swinging a hammer. After getting out of the way, he looks towards who the attacker is, and notices how... fancy they've dressed themselves. They appear to be someone that has the same height as (Y/N), but with paler skin and light-red hair, making them also look like Red. As for their clothing, they're wearing a long red coat with puffy shoulders with a red shirt and tie underneath along with light grey pants and black cartoon-styled shoes. On their head is a black tophat with a single pale feather resting on the back.

After getting a good luck at the burglar, the fancy-dressed figure stores the hammer in his tophat and lunges forward, only to get an uppercut to the jaw by Red, followed by getting slammed down to the ground. But then, as soon as the other two agents get up, all three of them pause and look at the figure, almost recognising him instantly.

Red: (blinks in disbelief) Wait a minute... The fancy attire, the smug look on his face, the stature... (groans) What are you doing here, Red Mungus?

(Y/N): (confused) Red Mungus? Is he-

???: (points at (Y/N) dramatically) Silence, human! Not only are you surrounded by four agents of Impostorm, but you're also in the presence of the most powerful, the most handsome, and the most intelligent lifeform that resides on Polus: (strikes an anime-like pose) Red Mungus! (the other three now groan) Now... DIE!!!

Red Mungus then lunges for (Y/N)... Who is able to easily keep the self-proclaimed "best Impostorm agent" at bay by holding his shoulders and lightly pushing down on them. After watching the fancy-dressed creature squirm in his grip and struggling to escape, Red Mungus pulls out his best tactic yet... Crying like a baby that was told he couldn't get a candy bar from the store.

(Y/N): (greatly confused) Uh... Is he always like this?

Green: (groans) Unfortunately, yes. Not only is he not that great in combat, but he's also a terrible strategist, with most of his plans always going wrong the minute he puts them into motion. One time, he thought a hunter from MIRA wouldn't be able to attack him due to the enemy having a sore throat. (smirks) He learnt his lesson after getting smashed to the floor and his head burnt.

???: (sulks) Don't remind me of that... (huffs) But don't forget! My silver tongue can help me get my way into any situation that I want!

Blue: (crosses his arms) It's also the reason why you haven't gotten kicked out of Impostorm, because you keep finding ways to save your own nucleus. Speaking of which, why are you here, Mungus? (looks at Mungus) Last I checked, you and other low-ranking agents were tasked with sneaking into and occupying some temples in Tibet for locations to store any excess supplies.

???: (poses dramatically) Well, after we had acquired the temples and fortified the grounds outside to prevent any MIRA agents from sending a squad to attack us, I had found myself separated from my team-

Red: (deadpans) You mean you got distracted by some expensive jewellery and went to steal it?

???: (gasps offensively) How dare you, Agent Red!! I would never- (some gems slip out of his sleeves as everyone looks at him) Ignore that!! Pretend it never happened! Anyway, when I tried to look for my teammates, I got attacked by MIRA agents, and was forced to flee! But wherever I went, more of those infernal creatures kept attacking me! (shrugs) Eventually, I found myself in France, and checking my communication device showed me you three were in the area, and came to find you. (motions to the window) I let myself in, but saw that you brought a human with you!

Green: (sighs) That's because (Y/N) is part of the team! I'm guessing you didn't know because Monotone only told boss about this and nobody else.

???: (surprised) Monotone knows about this? And he informed the head of Impostorm?! AND NEITHER OF YOU GUYS HAVE BEEN CALLED BACK FOR QUESTIONING AS WELL AS THIS HUMAN NOT BEING BROUGHT ALONG AND KILLED!? (calms down) Well, if they're not doing anything about this, then I guess I can try to get along with this human, no matter how wrong it is. (looks to (Y/N)) Apologies for trying to bash your head in, I guess. (gestures to himself) I am known as Agent Red Mungus, but my human name is... (pauses) Oh, poop. I didn't think of giving myself one.

(Y/N): (gives a small smile) Well, I accept your apology, as long as you're not plotting other attempts at ending my life. (offers a handshake) My name is (Y/N), and if you're struggling with a human name, I can try to help out. (thinks for a moment) How about... Albert? Most fancy people I've heard about are named that.

Albert: (thinks about the name) Albert... Albert... (proudly smiles) Such a prideful and powerful name! I think I'll wear that with a mantle of honour and prestige!! (poses dramatically) Yes! From now on, whenever I must be referred by a human agenda, refer to me as Albert! (looks at (Y/N)) I guess you're not that bad, human. Keep things up like this, and I might ask these three to transfer me over to you. I might want to know what a human butler can exclusively do instead of a Polusarian butler.

Red: (hugs (Y/N) protectively) Oh hell no, you won't!! I've already planned to have (Y/N) be my human brother, and nobody's stopping those plans from happening!

(Y/N): (blushes embarrassingly) R-Red?! What-

Red: (hugs tighter) I don't regret what I've just said! You're gonna be my human brother, and I'll make sure it legally happens! I'll find documents and get them signed! ((Y/N) smiles shyly)

(Y/N): (hugs back) W-Well, I don't mind considering y-you as my brother, Red. (Red smiles back)

Blue: (smiles at the scene) Sorry to interrupt on the heart-warming scene, but we do have a task to complete, and we only have around eight and a half hours to complete it. Once it's done, both brainstorming and the practical section, you two can consider becoming official brothers later.

Albert: (intrigued) You four are in the middle of a task? And judging by those school books, it's an educational project! May I land a hand? No matter the obstacle, there's nothing my genius brain can't solve! (Green whispers the task to him) Wait... (looks confused) What on Polus is a derby hat?

Green: That's the same thought question Red had an hour or so ago. Are you both sure you aren't secretly related and born from the same hive or something?

Red + Albert: (points at each other) The day I'm related to that imbecile is the day my nucleus overheats and kills me from the inside! (glares at each other) And you! Stop copying what I'm saying, you hear me!

As the other three watch the two crimson-dressed parasites bicker and fight like two twin siblings, somewhere hidden in the city of Paris, a certain villain can be seen as the window to his lair opens up, allowing light to enter and causing the numerous butterflies he has with him to awaken and scatter across the room.

Hawk Moth: The time has come for us to find our next victim, my wicked little akumas, and to prey upon Ladybug and Cat Noir. Their Miraculous will be mine!

Elsewhere across Paris, over at the Trocadero, Marinette is trying to find some inspirations for her derby hat design, but unfortunately for her, most of the ideas she comes up with don't stick, as she sketches another design only to rip the drawing out and toss the paper away.

Marinette: (mumbles) Jeez, it's hard to be creative under pressure.

Tikki: (flies out) Marinette, you save the world under pressure. I think designing a hat should be a piece of cake!

Marinette: (gets an idea) Hmm, a cake derby hat. Stylish and tasty!

While both the young superheroine and her kwami giggle at the idea, the former begins sketching multiple ideas for what she could create for her final derby hat design, with multiple pieces of paper getting torn out and placed right beside her. Right as the blue-haired girl sighs and prepares to give up, she looks towards a bench ahead of her and sees a man moving eerily similar to an actual pigeon. After sitting down and pulling out a paper bag, he blows into a whistle and attracts a swarm of the aerial creatures, with one nearly hitting Marinette.

???: (happily) Well, happy day. Happy day! (tosses bird seed out) Splendid is the afternoon day. (a pigeon lands on his arm) Ah, Edgar. You fancy one. (feeds the pigeon as it spins) Fantastic. Dazzling performance.

Officer: (walks forward and scares the pigeons away) Scram, you winged rats! (glares at the man) How many times do you need to be told, Mr. Ramier? No! Feeding! The pigeons! (takes the paper bag off him) It's strictly forbidden. If everyone feeds them, they'll leave their waste everywhere!

Mr. Ramier: (in an upset tone) But who's going to feed my poor pigeons?

Officer: All the park keepers know about you, Mr. Ramier! You're banned from every park in Paris! Leave now or I'll call the authorities. (realises something) Oh, wait. I'm the authority. GET OUT! (Mr. Ramier whimpers and groans)

Marinette: (watches Mr. Ramier leave) Sheesh, I almost feel sorry for that man.

Tikki: (watches Mr. Ramier leave) What a unique character! He was like, a human bird. All he needed was a feather jacket to complete the look.

Marinette: (gets an idea) A feather jacket... Hmm, nice thinking, Tikki.

While Marinette dives right back into sketching ideas for her new feather-themed derby hat, back over with the Impostorm agents and their human friend, they've all gathered in the living room to discuss what kind of derby hat they should make. However, there's a problem: All of them have their own unique ideas that they want to be the main design for the head accessory.

Green: (shows her drawing) Okay, so I was thinking that the design of the derby hat could be used to represent the season of Spring, by having it resemble a bouquet with flowers. (points to her drawing) See? I have Snapdragons, Lily of the Valleys, and even the classic Roses incorporated.

Blue: (shows his drawing) Not a bad idea, Green. However, this is Gabriel Agreste that's judging the design. And both you and (Y/N) have shared with us that he appears to be quite formal and intimidating. So, as you can see by my design, I say we create something that he would appreciate. That being a basic derby hat with a sleek colour format and barely any potential errors he'd notice.

(Y/N): (shows his drawing) B-But if we make it very f-formal, then we might lose points for not having an o-original design idea. I-I was thinking that t-the theme should be s-space, seeing as how y-you three are from another p-planet, and I really like space.

Red: (shows his drawing) Not a bad idea, (Y/N), but if we really wanna capture the eyes of this Gabriel guy, then we gotta try and capture his eye! And my design will help us achieve it! Check out the design of the flames, as well as how they change colour the further they stray from the centre of the main area of the hat!

As the four students prepare to debate over which design they should go with, sitting nearby at a chair, Albert is busy munching on a sandwich he created after getting permission from (Y/N) to use the kitchen, with said sandwich having lettuce, tomato, salmon, sausage, chicken, pickles, and cheese for the fillings. While the other three parasites gave their tophat-wearing acquaintance confused stares, none of them spoke up about it since Albert has questionable eating habits.

Albert: I still don't understand why you need to make a derby hat for some random teen celebrity when you most likely won't even receive a thanks from either him or his dad. (smirks) If you want my help, I say you just go with something more different, something more unique, something like-

Red + Blue + Green: (deadpans) We're not making a tophat, Albert.

Albert: (sulks) You guys are no fun...

Green: (speaks up) Listen guys, both me and (Y/N) have not only seen Gabriel Agreste in person, but also might have an idea on what might get us some points of approval. Judging from how his mansion was decorated, everything seemed sophisticated and arranged neatly, almost like he wanted his place to be formal. (points to Red's design) So we can't choose a design that looks like a child made it-

Red: (points to Blue's design) But at the same time, if we go towards trying to appeal to this fancy man, we'll lose points on originality and make it look like we barely put effort into the project. What should we do?

(Y/N): (thinks for an idea) H-How about we combine our ideas into o-one? Like, we split the hat evenly a-and decorate it with our own styles, a-as a way to show how we all worked together and c-contributed to it?

Blue: (thinks for a moment) I don't see any issue with that idea. Not only does it make us all happy, but the finished design will be unique by having multiple different designs split equally. (both Red and Green nod along) If that's the case, I'll search for a derby hat-making tutorial to assist us. Then, we can sort out what supplies we'll need.

Albert: (proclaims loudly) And I'll be here to lend some team spirit and cheer you all on! No need to drag me into this, as getting involved may risk my fabulous coat getting ripped-

Red: (shouts) SHUT UP, RED MUNGUS!!

As (Y/N) goes to calm Red down with Green moving to right beside Blue in order to watch the tutorial as well, back over in the many streets of Paris, Mr. Ramier walks down the lower path of the Seine with an upset expression on his face, choosing to sit on a bench and blankly stare at the ground, unaware that his sadness has attracted a certain hidden villain.

Hawk Moth: (mockingly) Poor Mr. Ramier. The feeling of injustice, such easy prey for my akuma! (corrupts a butterfly into an akuma) Fly away, my little akuma, and evilize him!

With a flick of his staff, the akuma flies out of the window and heads off into the skies of Paris, eventually making its way over to the sombre pigeon man, and right when the moment shows itself, it flies into his bird whistle, allowing a connection between Hawk Moth and his newest victim.

Hawk Moth: (through telepathy) Mr. Pigeon, I'm Hawk Moth. Neither this police officer, nor any other of the park keepers, should stop you from taking care of your friends. (tauntingly) What would Paris be without pigeons? What pigeons be without you?

Not needing to be convinced any further, Mr. Ramier snickers darkly and allows himself to be akumatized, soon transforming into his new villain agenda. In this new form, he appear to be slightly more muscular with paler skin, while wearing a full body jumpsuit with the forearms, waist, and thighs being coloured black, the belly, shoulders, and biceps being dark grey, and the head and legs being coloured pink. This is Mr. Pigeon, who might be the most questionable villain to date. And the most ridiculous one.

Immediately after transforming, the villain lets out a battle cry before cooing like an actual pigeon, and sprinting down the Seine flapping his wings, attempting to fly. Meanwhile, back over with Marinette, she's still occupied with sketching in her derby hat design, Chloe peeks out from nearby and upon seeing her rival is distracted, she signals for Sabrina, who's hiding across from her, to get closer. Soon, the blue-haired girl finishes her design and lifts her sketchbook to look at what she came up with proudly, unaware that someone took a picture of what she drew.

Tikki: (proudly) Now that's a derby!

Marinette: (looks at Tikki) Thanks, Tikki.

Sabrina: (runs to Chloe) We're so awesome!

Chloe: (glances at Sabrina) We? (snatches her phone)

Sabrina: Oh, right, sorry! You're so awesome, Chloe! (curiously) When are we- uh, I mean, you make the hat?

Chloe: (looks at the picture) And ruin these nails? (flashes her fingernails) Of course not! Daddy will pay someone to do it.

The bully of College Francoise Dupont soon walks off with her lapdog following close behind, presumably to also get their phone back. A few hours later, and Marinette is back at her house, working hard on making the derby hat design real, which involves cutting some fabric, setting the outer shell, and accidentally poking her finger with a needle. All the while, Tikki provides some support by bringing over the occasional snack to keep her human full of energy. Eventually, the derby hat is completed, yet Marinette thinks there's something missing, and gasps upon realising what that little missing piece is, soon looking under her desk and room.

Tikki: (confused) What are you looking for?

Marinette: (in a panicked tone) A feather! I forgot to pick up a pigeon feather for the hat! It has to have a feather!

Quickly, the blue-haired girl immediately rushes back to her secret inspiration spot, looking around frantically until a small group of pigeons take off from being startled, with some dropping a few feathers, allowing Marinette to pick one up.

Marinette: Yes! (accidentally bumps into an officer) Uh, sorry Mister officer, sir.

She soon takes off back in the direction of her house, as the officer watches her leave for a moment, before resuming his usual stroll of the area. However, as his back is turned, he soon hears the sound of a hundred flapping wings getting closer, and right as he looks to see what the cause is... A swarm of pigeons quickly abduct and carry the officer away, only leaving a few feathers behind.

Meanwhile back over with the Impostorm group, the team of four are in (Y/N)'s room and have finished most of their derby hat project, after getting the right tools and instructions from a video both Blue and Green have found. Though, it wasn't easy putting it together, since neither of them had experience in making a hat before. As a result, some fabric was cut a bit too short, a few previous attempts had to be taken apart, and they all occasionally pricked their fingers with needles by accident.

Despite the hiccups, they eventually got most of the derby hat finished, and added both their favourite colours and a little decoration across the whole project. Midori chose green and sketched flowers across the hat, Robert chose red and added some fire-wave patterns, Specs chose blue and decided he wouldn't add any details, and (Y/N) chose (F/C) while sketching some stars across the hat.

Blue: (looks at the design) Well, I'd say that this has been a success for our first attempt at making a hat together. (looks to his partners) Now that we have a few hours left, what should we do now?

Red: (shrugs) I dunno, but I'm down for watching a movie. We definitely deserve a break after all that.

Green nods in agreement with Red, only for her and the other two to notice (Y/N) digging through his closet, and soon bringing out multiple items. Those being four square boards with pegs sticking out of its surface, and containers that are filled with numerous coloured beads.

Green: (curiously) Say, (Y/N)? What are you planning to do with all that? And even is all that stuff?

(Y/N): (enthusiastically) Oh! These are used to make Hama Beads! They're little colourful beads that you use these boards to create artwork and designs! They can even be used to make little keychains, and I was thinking as a way to create some as a way to help represent our interests. (shyly) I... I used to make these in my spare time, but never got to take any home... They're very fragile and when everyone doesn't notice you walking by... They bump into you, and causing you to... (lets a tear fall) Well...

Green: (wraps an arm around his shoulder) Well, those idiots should be paying more attention then! Couldn't they see that you were proud with creating some neat little artwork, and that they could end up destroying it if they barged into you?! (mumbles to herself) Just another reason why most humans are incredibly selfish and rotten, even to their own kind.

Green: (speaks up) That sounds like a wonderful idea, (Y/N)! Will you be making one for each of us, or one big keychain that represents all of us?

(Y/N): (blushes a bit) W-Well, I was th-thinking that all four o-of us get a keychain to represent u-us... T-Though, that's if y-you guys want o-one...

Green: (cheerfully) Well, of course we'd want one! Just give us a few minutes to think of what we want to represent us.

(Y/N) gives them a nod and attempts to hide his blush as the three Impostorm agents head downstairs to the living room, ready to put on a movie or whatever might be on at the time. As the young boy begins to work on his keychain, Albert walks into the room after using the bathroom to clean his hair, and notices the Hama Bead artwork upon looking over (Y/N)'s shoulder.

Albert: (intrigued) Hmm, not a bad way of creating art. (whispers to (Y/N)) You think you could make a small piece of me? I wanna add a keychain to my tophat, as an extra decoration alongside the feather.

(Y/N): W-Well, I'll see what I can do. If you can gimme a picture of yourself to use as a reference, that can help. J-Just nothing too fancy, as I'm not at that level yet.

Albert simply nods and heads off to look for a camera to use and get a picture of himself for (Y/N) to use. Back over with Marinette, she's currently taking the bus back to her house and is caught in a traffic jam, growing more angry as the light turns green, yet the vehicle isn't moving down the road.

Marinette: (impatiently) Come on! Can't we go any faster?!

Bus Driver: (announces) Sorry, folks. We have a situation here. You'll need to get off the bus now.

As the doors to the bus open to allow everyone off, Marinette walks off still annoyed, and recoils in shock upon seeing why the traffic is being held up: Nearly every pigeon in Paris has gathered and are sitting on the stony road, refusing to move and causing some issues, while also acting slightly aggravated to anyone who gets dangerously close.

Marinette: (confused) Uh, this is weird.

After getting off the bus and slipping by the pigeon swarm, the blue-haired girl soon crosses the road and notices a crowd gathering by a monitor, which shows the news talking about the recent situation involving the aerial bothersome creatures, with Nadja Chamack being at the event.

Nadja: (through a microphone) Pigeons are taking over Paris. This is just one of the many alarming situations, giving authorities cause for major concern. (touches her earpiece) Yes, I've just been told that someone named Mr. Pigeon is making an announcement.

Mr. Pigeon: (on camera) Oh, dreary day, poor Parisians! (imitates pigeon noises) Sorry to ruffle your feathers, but Paris now belongs to the pigeons! Flap flap! (imitates more pigeon noises)

As the news broadcast continues to talk about the current pigeon crisis, along with the reveal of a new villain, Marinette backs away from the gathered crowd and sprints down into the subway, crouching and letting her kwami out of her purse.

Marinette: (determinedly) Paris needs us! Tikki, spots on!

One quick transformation scene later, and Ladybug goes leaping out of the subways, off to pursue the recent villain. Meanwhile back with the Impostorm group, they were in the middle of channel surfing for something entertaining, until they witnessed the same news broadcast that Marinette had seen, and nearly all of them had the same thought, with Blue being the first to say it out loud.

Blue: (baffled) Has Hawk Moth became so desperate this early? (motions to the TV) How in the existence of humanity does he think that pigeons will be his winning ticket?! Pigeons?! They're just rats with wings!!

Red: (confused) You have a point there, Blue. Like, what is he gonna do? Have those things unload what's left of their lunches all over Paris to try and get the Miraculouses?

(Y/N): W-Well, even if it sounds r-ridiculous, this is still H-Hawk Moth. He c-could have the villain do something l-like that old movie. T-The one where an e-entire town was swarmed with a-aggressive birds.

Green: (gives a doubtful look) That's if the commander's got an actual brain. Should we even bother dealing with this "threat"?

(Y/N): (nods) E-Even if the villain looks like a j-joke, the people are still c-counting on us. So I'm g-gonna go and stop him.

As the main group discusses what to do, Albert keeps his attention focused on the broadcast, staring more and more at Mr. Pigeon with a fascinated glare. This catches Red's attention, who nudges the tophat-wearing parasite, who rather than speaks up, stands and points to the television, almost like he's found some revelation.

Albert: (proudly) Well, it appears a worthy challenger has emerged from the darkness! And what's more, they have the ability to command these aerial animals and even behaves like one. (smirks and looks to (Y/N)) Human, consider yourself lucky, for I will be joining you on this espionage and give this rapscallion the old rough and tumble!

Red: (stares at Albert dumbfounded) You've gotta be pulling my cells... (yells in confusion) How can you consider someone like THAT!!! (motions to Mr. Pigeon on the TV) As the most impressive thing you've seen in your life?! This is just some nutcase that might as well have pigeon DNA, and can speak to them!! (motions to himself and the team) We've battled large rocky titans, weather manipulators, a dude who can create exploding bubbles, a human shapeshifter, (Y/N)'s uncle, and even a sentient flamethrower! Those are more impressive than this!!

Green: (pats Red's shoulder) Take it easy, Red. We're still trying to recover from someone who tried to melt us down, we don't need you overheating yourself and taking yourself out. (looks to Albert) If you wanna join on this mission, then we won't stop you. But before you head off, just let (Y/N) show you how he's been battling these villains.

As Green motions over to (Y/N), the young autistic boy takes a deep breath and internally activates the three Cosmicubes inside of him, soon transforming into the Null, the Anomaly Hero. Seeing this, Albert compliments the form by referring it as "Astronomically elegant" before the two head off. Back over with the spotty heroine, she's running along the Paris rooftops in search of Mr. Pigeon, only to stop and see swarms of pigeons travelling in the shape of fighter jets, for some reason.

Ladybug: (surprised) Now this is weirder than weird.

Cat Noir: (lounging on a nearby ledge) Birds of a feather flock together. (sneezes and falls down) I'm allergic to feathers. (sneezes again)

Ladybug: (playfully) That's helpful.

Cat Noir: (sarcastically) Tell me about it. (stops himself from sneezing)

(Y/N): (appears with Albert) A cat that has an allergic reaction to feathers? That's as amusing as a tiger that refuses to eat meat.

Ladybug: (looks to Null) Null! Glad you can lend a hand with this. (points at Albert) Who is this? Another ally of yours?

(Y/N): (motions to Albert) This is-

Albert: (holds his hand out) No need, Null. Allow me to introduce myself. (poses dramatically) Rejoice, you defenders of these lowly peasants, for I have graced you with my presence! On duty, you may refer to me as "Agent A", an infiltration extraordinaire! And I am here to lend a hand or two!

Ladybug: (internally) I can already sense the aura of stupidity coming from him. (turns to Null) Is he always like this?

(Y/N): I cannot answer that properly as this is my first time working alongside him, but just because he might have an eccentric personality doesn't mean he's a liability for disaster. I believe he will prove his worth in time.

Ladybug: (mutters under her breath) For the sake of our sanity, I hope you're right.

Cat Noir: (speaks up) If introductions are out of the way, we've got a villain to deal with, and these birds are only part of the problem. The park keepers in Paris are vanishing without a trace.

Ladybug: (shocked) What? We have to track down Mr. Pigeon ASAP.

(Y/N): And how do you suppose we locate where he is?

Ladybug: (thinks for a moment) Hmm... I don't know where we can find him, but I do know where he can find us. (smirks)

(Y/N): Care to explain the plan to us then? In the meantime, I'll message the others and request them to search for where they've been taken.

As Null messages the rest of his team, the group of four put Ladybug's plan into motion, which involves... having both Cat Noir and Albert dress up as park keepers in an attempt to lure Mr. Pigeon to them, while Ladybug and Null hide behind some small trees. However, due to how long it's taking the villain to show up, the kitten can't help but pull out a few dance moves and the other is looking at his disguise with disgust.

Ladybug: (looks at Cat Noir) Act Natural or he'll never show up.

Cat Noir: (moonwalks) What do you mean? I am acting natural.

Albert: (glaring at his costume) This attire is just so... dirty. Just wearing it makes me feel more lacklustre than someone who collects literal trash. (looks to Null) Are you certain that I must be the one wearing this, and forgo my signature tophat?

(Y/N): (nods) I understand your discomfort, but both me and Ladybug stick out too easily, so it's best you and Cat Noir wear the disguises. However, once we get the villain's attention, then you can go back to the clothing you love so much.

While the four heroes continue keeping their plan going, a nearby pigeon spots them and flies off to Mr. Pigeon, who stands right beside a golden statue of Icarus and allows his flying companion to perch down and report what they know.

Mr. Pigeon: (listens carefully) Ladybug, Cat Noir, and their mysterious ally? (smirks) Job well done, buddy-boy. Pigeons will reign supreme! Power to the pigeons!

Letting out more pigeon noises, the cawing commander leaps off the statue platform and allows the swarm of aerial adversaries to carry him off to where the heroes are located. Speaking of the group of heroes, they're still at the park and patiently waiting for Mr. Pigeon, with one of them growing slightly more impatient.

Ladybug: (mumbles to herself) Where is he? He should've been here by now.

Luckily for the spotty heroine, just a few seconds later, Cat Noir begins to sneeze rapidly as the swarm of pigeons flock together and lunge at the two disguised heroes, abducting them as the young cat squirms in their grip and Albert attempting to swat at the aerial rats with his trusty cane.

Ladybug: (surprised) What the-

(Y/N): (smirks) Well, guess we won't have to wait for long.

Both Ladybug and Null begin to give chase to the ball of flying annoyances, with the former using her signature yo-yo to swing across the street lamps and chimneys, to even leaping across the rooftops while the latter chooses to float after his allies, focusing on keeping his sight on the pigeons containing them. The chase takes all four heroes across most of the capital city before both Cat Noir and Albert are released onto the rooftop of the Le Grand Paris hotel.

Upon being released, both the feline hero and the egotistical parasite get back up and dust the feathers off them, with the former letting out another sneeze and the latter suddenly changing into his usual gear in the blink of an eye, surprising Cat Noir. However, he doesn't have the time to question how he did that, as they find themselves surrounded by a gallery of pigeons, with both Ladybug and Null joining them a few seconds later.

Cat Noir: (looks around) Where's that bird-brain, Mr. Pigeon?

Albert: (looks around) Given by the massive numbers of his pets are with us, this could be some plan of his...

Ladybug: (looks around) If that's the case, then he's gotta be here somewhere...

Unexpected to the quartet, Mr. Pigeon is in fact right nearby, as he stands atop a raised platform made of pigeons, looking down at his confused prey as Hawk Moth takes the moment to contact his most recent puppet.

Hawk Moth: (through telepathy) If you want to give Paris back to the pigeons for good, you must first rid the city of these four pests.

Grinning evilly, Mr. Pigeon blows into his transformed bird whistle, causing all of the pigeons that surround the group of heroes to take to the skies, which the four heroes seem weary of.

Ladybug: Call me crazy, but I feel like bird seed all of a sudden...

Almost on instinct, the multiple flying creatures then aggressively dive down at the group, but instead of going on the attack as expected, they instead mimic a powerful whirlwind and block their vision, going dangerously close to them and forcing the heroes to put their arms up defensively.

(Y/N): (grunts in annoyance) What are they trying to do, pull the air out of us?

Cat Noir: (glances at Ladybug) Got any ideas, Bug?

Ladybug: (looks at Cat Noir) You're the cat! Don't you eat these things for breakfast? (looks at Null) Or better yet, couldn't you scare them off with some fire?

While the dome of pigeons keeps them distracted, a few more of the aerial creatures bring over a massive cage, which almost resembles one that most pet birds are kept inside, and lightly places it over the heroes. Once the swarm pulls back, Ladybug points out their current situation, and motions to Mr. Pigeon right above them, looking triumphantly down at them.

Mr. Pigeon: (chirps proudly) Chirpy day! I'm so ruthless. (chuckles darkly)

Hawk Moth: (through telepathy) Excellent. Now, take their Miraculous! And force the other two to kneel!

Mr. Pigeon: (makes pigeon noises) Your Miraculous and your surrender. Give them to me or face the wrath of my feathered friends!

To show that he isn't playing games with them, Mr. Pigeon blows into his bird whistle and command his legion of companions atop the cage begin aggressively pounding on the roof, while the ones sitting on the ground turn around and point their behinds at the heroes, which immediately sets Albert off as he points his signature cane at the pigeon legion and waves it frantically.

Albert: (aggressively) Don't any of you flying freakshows think about it! If even one of you dares to unleash whatever you've devoured onto my clothing and ruin even one piece of it, I'll have each and every single lot of you animals into hot dog meat! And enjoy every single bite I take!

Mr Pigeon: (chuckles darkly) Dada-dee, on the count of three, my beloved pigeons will commence fire. You can still save your sorry skins by handing me your Miraculous and kneeling onto your knees. (counts mockingly) One... Two...

Ladybug: (turns to her partner) Cat Noir, the bars!

Cat Noir: (nods) Cataclysm!

Activating his signature superpower, Cat Noir slashes at the metal bars, causing the cage to instantly rust and fall apart, sending the pigeon on and around it scattering while Mr. Pigeon cautiously steps away as the four heroes advance towards him, their weapons drawn and ready to strike.

Cat Noir: (cockily) Well, well. Looks like the pigeon's a chicken.

Albert: (cockily nods) Couldn't agree more, you feline in leather.

Mr. Pigeon (leaps onto the ledge and caws) Me? I'm not flying away. I'm just killing four birds with two stones.

Grabbing his bird whistle and blowing into it, Mr. Pigeon lets himself fall off the rooftop, surprising the four heroes as they run after him, only to see the aerial-themed villain rising up on a platform of flying creatures, which launch him into the air and shapeshift into a massive sleigh for him to escape off.

Mr. Pigeon: (cockily) Merry Christmas!

As the villain takes his leave, he also sends a swarm of pigeons to rush towards the heroes and keep them occupied. Seeing this, the four heroes take cover as both Null and Albert dive out of the way, while Ladybug and Cat Noir book it for the door to the rooftop, opening and shutting it right behind them, as they push against it to stop the pigeons from crashing through.

Mr. Pigeon: (calls out) I'm not done with you yet! (makes pigeon noises)

Albert: (grits his teeth) Oh! That bothersome birdbrain is really getting on my nerves! (points his cane) Come, Null! We will give chase and confront this antagonist as he flees to his lair! The others can catch up once they figure out where to head!

(Y/N): If you say so, Albert. And just to be sure... RED BURST!!! (ignites and grins) Let's cook those disgusting doves!!

As Albert forms a similar grin and the two Impostorm agents head off after Mr. Pigeon, both Ladybug and Cat Noir begin descending the hotel's fire exit staircase as fast as their feet can push them, though the latter briefly pauses upon seeing his ring beep and alert him of how many minutes he has left.

Cat Noir: I've gotta get out of here before my secret identity's revealed!

Ladybug: (jokingly) Yeah, you wouldn't want to let the cat out of the bag.

Cat Noir: (deadpans) Ha ha, very funny.

The two then pick up the pace and eventually make it to the ground floor, making a mad dash for the main entrance but stop upon seeing a small crowd in the way, along with Mayor Bourgeois trying his hardest to calm them down, and runs over upon seeing the two heroes.

Mayor Bourgeois: (happily) Ladybug, Cat Noir! I'm in great danger of losing big bucks if my guests leave Paris! (Cat Noir grows nervous as his ring beeps) You are going to get rid of those pigeons, aren't you?

Cat Noir: (fidgeting) Of course we are. But before we do, I have an urgent need.

Andre: And urgent need? (perks up) I see! Head to the royal suite. There's paper in there, but perhaps you would prefer... a litter tray? (giggles)

Cat Noir: (dashes into the elevator) Uh... (realises the joke) Oh! Right, no need for litter. But, um, could I have some Camembert?

As the elevator goes up, Mayor Bourgeois gives a confused look to Ladybug, who has a similar expression and shrugs back as a response. Up in the royal suite, the butler named Armand allows Cat Noir in, who dashes inside and slams the door behind him.

Cat Noir: (quickly) Excuse me, sorry! It's an emergency! (hears knocking and opens it)

Armand: (formally) How do you like your Camembert?

Cat Noir: (slams the door) Runny! (hears knocking and opens the door)

Armand: (holding a cloche) Unpasteurized Camembert, matured for two years. (passes Cat Noir the cloche)

Cat Noir: (slams the door) Thanks!

Just as he slams the door, Cat Noir's ring beeps one final time, resulting in his transformation coming to an end as his kwami flies out, soaring across the room and landing on the soft bed.

Plagg: (dramatically) Oh, the exhaustion! My poor aching body! I can't move a muscle!

Adrien: (walks over) You wanna bet? (reveals the Camembert)

Plagg: (gasps happily) Ah, my gooeyness... (starts devouring the cheese)

Adrien: Eat up, buddy. Ladybug needs help, and so does Null and his partner, wherever they are.

Speaking of both Null and Albert, while the two heroes are taking a quick rest in the royal hotel, the two Impostorm agents are more focused on chasing after Mr. Pigeon, with the former generating explosions to launch himself forward and the latter running and leaping across the rooftops of Paris. Seeing this, the flying villain attempts to lose them by turning around sharp corners, yet this plan doesn't go perfectly as Null repeatedly shoots fireballs at him, preventing Mr. Pigeon from attacking back.

Eventually, the chase reaches its end once the three eventually reach the Trocadero, and upon arriving, Mr. Pigeon suddenly turns around and charges at the two Impostorm agents, causing them to scatter out of the way as Null starts shooting flaming projectiles at the swarm of flying creatures that head his way. As for Albert, he lands on the ground and finds himself being confronted by the leader of the birds himself, but the tophat-wearing parasite isn't worried. Rather, he has a cocky and confident expression.

Mr. Pigeon: (makes pigeon noises) Oh, disastrous day for you indeed! You dare threaten to my feathered friends by ending their lives and turning them into food? I'll take great pleasure in turning you into bird seed and having your eyes pecked out!

Albert: (guffaws) So you shed your false feathers and reveal your true self? Very well then, commander of the pigeons. Come at me, but let us settle this like gentlemen. No allies, just us staring each other down, where the only noises heard after combat will be victorious applause coming from me! (points his cane at Mr. Pigeon) That is, unless you want to unleash your inner hawk.

Mr. Pigeon: (makes pigeon noises) Oh, I will gladly show you how much of a grave mistake you've made! (blows into his bird whistle) For all pigeons in Paris! For all the aerial allies that have been mistreated and unfed by you unruly men!

With the battle beginning, Mr. Pigeon charges forward with a small flock of pigeons flying to their leader and forming into a baton, to which the akumatized villain swings down, only for Albert to sidestep out of the way and strike back with his cane. As his opponent staggers away, the parasite closes the distance and continues his barrage with hidden boxing gloves in his tophat, rubber bullets fired out his cane, and ends off by blasting him with a comically-sized laser from underneath his cape.

Albert: (laughs) Is that your best, Mr. Pigeon? Guess your wings have been burnt away, you false Icarus.

Mr. Pigeon: (glares back) Think again, for you haven't bested a pigeon till it drops dead!

Getting right back up, Mr. Pigeon engages Albert once again, this time being able to feint an attack and sneak from behind, striking the fancy-dressed parasite from different angles before grabbing and throwing him right to a stone pillar, pinning him down and sending a swarm of pigeons to keep his foe pinned. Seeing this, Null dashes over to assist, forcing the aerial annoyances to scatter by shooting fireballs in their direction, only for another group to knock a pillar onto him, forcing the emotion anomaly to prioritize preventing getting crushed first.

Mr. Pigeon: (makes pigeon noises) What was that about calling me a false Icarus? Perhaps it was the fools of two that have flown too close to the sun, and recklessly pursued after the defender of pigeons!

Growing annoyed, Albert unveils his laser once again and starts shooting at Mr. Pigeon, who evades each blast and commands his feathered friends to get him closer to his enemy, snatching the cane off the parasite and smacking him on the head with it. Now with the Impostorm agent staggering back instead of him, the akumatized villain makes one final attack, blowing into his bird whistle and summoning his largest pigeon flock to shapeshift into a towering hammer, and swing down at his opponent.

As the dust settles and with the tophat-donning opponent no longer standing where he was before, Mr. Pigeon begins making celebratory noises, only for both Albert and Null to surprise him with attacks to his front and back, tag-teaming the villain with repeated blows until the latter, charges up his fist and slams it into the ground, causing an explosive blast that sends Albert and Mr. Pigeon into the air, where upon regaining his focus, the aerial enemy takes his chance to attack back, knocking Albert around until they crash down.

Mr. Pigeon: (caws furiously) It's time that we end this!!

Albert: (grins back) I couldn't agree more, my enemy!!

With both now eager to end the battle, the parasite pulls out a surprise smoke grenade and throws it down, temporarily blinding his opponent and allowing for Null to sneak in from behind and deliver one last uppercut, giving Albert the opportunity to use the hidden boxing glove to win... Well, that's what he was planning, as Mr. Pigeon evades at the last minute, having some pigeons carry him away and swarm the tophat-wearing agent, having his vision temporarily blinded in return, as their commander dives down and kicks him in the chest, knocking Albert away.

Mr. Pigeon: (caws victoriously) I appreciate the attempt you've given forth, but I'm afraid you've ended up plucked! Now, there are some others that I must have my feathers ruffled up for. Ta-Ta! (heads off)

Albert: (coughs and gets back up) This isn't over, you hear me! I- (collapses to the ground) Oh, I am too tired to consider giving chase. Is this the unfortunate day where I must wave the white flag in surrender to this challenging commander of the sky?

(Y/N): (helps Albert up) I don't think so, Albert. You've just been unlucky and underestimated him, even if this defeat can be considered embarrassing to you. Let's try and regroup with Ladybug and Cat Noir. After all, strength can come in numbers.

Albert: I guess so... (looks at his clothing) And I thank the fashion gods above that none of those infernal animals considered using their claws on my coat.

As the two Impostorm agents head off to prepare for revenge, back over with the two other heroes, Ladybug has just travelled up the elevator and arrived at a dining hall, as small group of pigeons heading off in one central direction through the glass windows.

Ladybug: (says to herself) Great. I can get a much better view from up here. (spots the pigeon groups) Odd, the pigeons are flying in the same direction. (sees a police hat get dropped) Better go follow them. (hears the elevator ding)

Cat Noir: (steps out) Ready when you are, LB.

Ladybug: (enters the elevator) Let's go!

After leaving the grand hotel, meeting up with both Null and his partner, and filling them in on where to head, the group of four follow after the multiple groups of flying threats and arrive at The Grand Palais, where they see every park ranger in Paris cooped up in one cage upon peering through the entrance.

Ladybug: (peeks inside) So that's where Mr. Pigeon's keeping the park keepers he's abducted.

Cat Noir: The Grand Palais. (Ladybug stops him from sneezing) My pigeon radar is on high alert.

Ladybug: Either your radar is on the brink or Mr. Pigeon's left the park keepers unattended.

Cat Noir: (confidently) Let's set the cat among the pigeons.

Albert: (nods) Agreed. After what happened earlier, I'd love to see those things get maimed. (marches forward)

(Y/N): (pulls Albert back) Hold on a minute, you two. This might be some kind of plan. Why would he leave his prisoners unguarded if he made it obvious that he's brought them here?

Marinette: Null has a point. We can't go charging in. In fact, I got a plan. (smirks)

Ladybug then leads the other three around the back of the building to enact her plan, unaware that like before, a single pigeon has both spotted and overheard what they're going to do, and so flies inside to report to the akumatized villain as they stand atop a metal platform.

Mr. Pigeon: (proudly) Perfect timing, hootie ho! (lets the pigeon perch on his arm) We're ready to greet them, aren't we? They're going to fall into my trap. It won't be long before you get your Miraculous, my friend.

Hawk Moth: (through telepathy) I can't wait, my dear Pigeon.

As the villain prepares to put his plan into motion, the four heroes are already preparing their own counter, as they run along the sunroof to get behind Mr. Pigeon and surprise him.

Ladybug: If we can destroy that birdcall, we'll be able to capture the akuma. (reaches the spot) Okay, you open the window, I'll grab him and yank him into the roof, then Null's friend snags his birdcall away from him while Null himself prevents the pigeons from attacking us.

Cat Noir: (grins) Let's go. Early bird gets the worm!

Albert: (mumbles to himself) And the delight of enjoying their kill.

Cat Noir opens the window as Ladybug starts to wind up her yo-yo swing, but in another stroke of bad luck happening on the day, a few stray feathers fly into the feline hero's face, causing him to sneeze and startle his partner, which results in her aim being off and nearly hitting the pigeon on the villain's arm, while also alerting him of their presence.

Ladybug: (deadpans) So much for the element of surprise.

Albert: (grips his cane tightly) Well, we've tried that route. It's time for a more offensive approach! To war, my allies!

As the group leap down to confront Mr. Pigeon directly, who leaps down the platform and has another small group of his wild comrades break his fall, but that doesn't stop the heroes from giving chase, only to enter a standstill as the cawing commander blows into his bird whistle, bringing forth numerous flying threats as they combine and take the form of large spheres that cover his hands, almost resembling boxing gloves.

Mr. Pigeon: (threateningly) Deedly-dee dee, come closer. I have a bone to "peck" with you all.

Cat Noir + Albert: (narrows their eyes) I'd be honoured.

Both Cat Noir and Albert then charge at Mr. Pigeon, who swings one of his massive pigeon spheres at them, striking the former and sending him crashing into the cage filled with the park keepers. As for the tophat-wearing Impostorm agent, he manages to duck underneath the attack and attempts to strike back with a swing of his cane. Unfortunately, his movement appears to be sluggish and predictable, allowing Mr. Pigeon to start barraging him with constant hooks. Ladybug and Null attempt to run over and help, but the aerial villain catches the female hero by surprise, knocking her to her partner as the emotion anomaly ignites his fists and engages in up-close combat, which gives Albert time to pull back.

Officer: (calls out) Get us outta here, Ladybug!

Ladybug: (hears Mr. Pigeon chuckling) Lucky Charm! (summons a... coin) A coin? What am I supposed to do with this?

Albert: (calls out) Maybe bribe the villain to surrender? Anyone will do anything for a pretty penny, after all.

Ladybug just rolls her eyes and begins looking around for anything to help her, eventually her lucky vision having three key items flash to help her achieve victory: Those being a metal beam above them all, a vending machine on the other side of the room, and the coin itself.

Mr. Pigeon: (cockily) You can't buy yourselves out of here!

After throwing another attack that forces Null away from him, Mr. Pigeon calls his flying friends back and forms them into a massive ball, throwing them at the heroes as he guffaws victoriously. Unfortunately for the villain, Ladybug slides both under the attack and himself, as she wraps her yo-yo around his ankle and leaps around the metal beam, her string still following after as she reaches the vending machine and inserts the coin, which gives her a bag of popcorn.

Ladybug: (grabs the bag) Cat Noir!

Right as the bag is in the air, Mr. Pigeon gasps in worry as Cat Noir then throws his staff at it, breaking the plastic container and raining popcorn all over the villain, which results in his own allies being allured by the meal.

Ladybug: (smirks) Snack time, pigeons!

As the aerial annoyance gets distracted by his mindless minions being more interested in eating, Ladybug pulls on her yo-yo, forcing Mr. Pigeon to be yanked along and left dangling by the metal beam, with his akumatized bird whistle slipping off his neck and falling to the ground.

Mr. Pigeon: (worriedly) My birdcall! No!

Ladybug: Cat Noir, grab it!

The feline hero causally strolls over and picks the akumatized item up, but it results in his allergic reaction occurring at the worst time, forcing him to sneeze and send the bird whistle flying into the air. Seeing this, Ladybug lets go of her yo-yo and runs forward, which results in Mr. Pigeon getting freed and dropped to the ground, who also runs for his item. As both Miraculous heroes and akumatized villain lunge for the bird whistle, it suddenly shatters right as their hands get close with the akuma flying out. The reason? Albert shot at the item with his cane, though the bullet does accidentally graze and damage Cat Noir's hand, and the action causes Mr. Pigeon to faint.

Ladybug: (happily) Yes!

Cat Noir: (clutches his hand) Ow...

Albert: (whispers to Null) Are you sure I can't just swap out my rubber bullets for real ones and aim at that birdbrain's skull?

(Y/N): (nods back) Yes, as if you did, our current reputation here would be completely broken. Currently, if we want to continue any duties here in Paris, then we have to play as protectors of the city.

Ladybug: No more evil-doing for you, little akuma. Time to de-evilize! (captures the akuma) Gotcha! (releases the purified butterfly) Bye bye, little butterfly. Miraculous Ladybug!

Throwing the summoned coin into the air and shouting one of her signature catchphrases, multiple mystical ladybugs are released as they scatter all across Paris in different directions, repairing the damage caused by the villain. The broken bird whistle is restored to its original state, every park keeper is returned to the park they're assigned to, and Mr. Pigeon returns back into a confused Mr. Ramier.

Mr. Ramier: (confused) Huh? What happened? Where am I?

Ladybug + Cat Noir: (fist-bump) Pound it!

Albert: (huffs and walks away) I'd say that's enough heroing for today. (waves his hand) Come along, Null! It's time we rest and forget this whole day never happened. The mere sight or sound of anything related to a pigeon almost makes me wanna do something a gentleman would be disgusted at...

(Y/N): (sighs and follows after) If you insist, partner-

Albert: (interrupts) And another thing! We should really get yourself some proper gear for yourself. I mean, while the white hair makes you look magnificent and your skin turning into shadows helps you stand out, everything looks downright awful! (motions to his claws and eyes) These are in desperate need of a manicure, and your pupils are almost lifeless! We need to correct those mistakes, otherwise others might assume you for an actual alien rather than me! So, when we hopefully meet again, I'm giving you a complete wardrobe change! Speaking of which... (continues ranting)

(Y/N): (internally) I think I can now see why the others don't like him. And just when I thought they were overexaggerating, considering how he put up a decent fight against the villain earlier...

Hawk Moth: (angered) Wretched pigeons, wretched Ladybug! I'll destroy every single one of you!!

As the window to his evil lair closes, all four heroes leave off to return back to their peaceful civilian lives. Back over with Marinette, she immediately charges back into her room to finish her hat design, the timer on her phone showing she only has about 58 minutes left to spare.

Marinette: (quickly) There's no time to lose. I have less than an hour.

Tapping into her focus mode, the blue-haired girl starts to put her final design together, sewing it all together and adding a few hidden details during the creation process. As the clock ticks down, all the other students are gathered in the outdoor area of the school with their derby hat designs on podiums, with everyone admiring and feeling confident about their respective creation, as Alya checks her phone for any updates on her friend.

Alya: (mumbles to herself) Where is that girl? (sees Natalie approaching)

Natalie: (looks to Mr. Damocles) Hello, Mr. Damocles. I am Mr. Agreste's executive assistant, Natalie.

Mr. Damocles: (politely) Hello, miss. Pardon me, but where is Mr. Agreste? (Natalie holds up a tablet)

Gabriel: (through the tablet) I'm here.

Mr. Damocles: (looks at the tablet) Ah. Uh, hello, Mr. Agreste.

Red: (whispers to his group) Dang, and I was really hoping to meet the cold and intimidating guy face-to-face. Maybe get to shake his hand as well.

Green: (whispers back) Trust me, Red. Standing in front of him is like standing in front of our boss. You'll end up stuttering a few times from how stern and serious he is. ((Y/N) nods in agreement)

Gabriel: (through the tablet) Adrien, take Natalie around.

Adrien nods and begins showing both Natalie and his father around the different derby hat designs, starting off with one made by a girl with parts of her hair dyed purple and another female wearing a pink dress, where their hat has some metal wheels sticking out.

Chloe: (sees Gabriel and squeals) Ah, there's Mr. Agreste! He's coming this way. (both her and Sabrina pose)

Mr. Damocles: (motions to the derby hat) As you'll see, Mr. Agreste, our students have poured their hearts and souls into their projects.

As the creator of the largest fashion design in Paris analyses the design, Adrien notices Marinette run into the outdoor area, her derby hat hidden in a pink cylinder lid as she places it onto her assigned podium and lets out a sigh of relief.

Alya: Where have you been? You got your hat?

Marinette: (proudly) Yep, here.

Removing the lid, the blue-haired girl allows her best friend to marvel at what she created, only to soon notice her expression darken.

Marinette: (confused) What?

Alya: But... It's the same as Chloe's.

Marinette: (shocked) What?! (looks to Chloe)

Chloe: (confidently bows) Uh, hi, Mr. Agreste. I'm Chloe Bourgeois. You know my father, Andre Bourgeois, the mayor?

Marinette: (angrily groans) That thieving little brat!

Alya: (puts a hand on her shoulder) Do you want me to take care of it?

Marinette: (in a bitter tone) I think I can handle this.

As Marinette pouts and Alya's expression becomes more worried for her friend, Adrien leads Natalie and his father away from both Chloe and Sabrina and towards the derby hat made by the Impostorm team. The full design has the same gimmicks from earlier, but now four Hama Bead designs have been added as little stickers, with a daffodil to represent Green, a fireball to represent Red, a notebook to represent Blue, and a shooting star to represent (Y/N).

Gabriel: (through the tablet) I recognise two of these faces here, so let me see what you've all come up with. (looks at their design) Hmm... Quite overly colourful for a derby hat...

Blue: (adjusts his glasses) There's a reason for that, Mr. Agreste. Seeing as how this was our first time creating any type of hat, we had our own original ideas for the design, and couldn't agree on an overall decision. After some time arguing, we eventually agreed on combining the best of our ideas into one final design, as a way for all of us to contribute equally.

Red: And the tiny little decorations were made by our resident shy boy here, (Y/N)! (proudly pats his shoulder) He made them as a form of signature and made them all stand out for each of us.

(Y/N): (nervously chuckles) It-It was n-nothing, R-Robert.

Gabriel: (through the tablet) Well, regardless of it, I have to admit the use of combining ideas and making it stand out is... Interesting, to say the least.

As Adrien leads Natalie and his father to the last derby hat design, the four Impostorm agents quietly celebrate amongst themselves, feeling confident that they did well in this project. Back with the judge himself, upon being shown Marinette's design, he notices there's something... odd about it.

Gabriel: (through the tablet) Hmm... Turn the tablet back to Ms. Bourgeois's hat. (gets shown the hat again) Is this a joke?

Chloe: (gasps dramatically) No fair! Marinette copied my design! It's scandalous, how could you do that?! (starts fake crying)

Green: (quietly mutters) I think what's more scandalous is your insult to anyone who does theatre plays with that performance of yours.

Marinette: (speaks up) I apologise for the situation Mr. Agreste, but I can prove this derby hat is MY original design.

Gabriel: (through the tablet) Go ahead. (is turned around to face her)

Marinette: (confidently) Um, everything on my derby hat is hand-made, from the embroidery, to the weaving of the band, to the stitching of the brim. All done by myself. (Chloe recoils in shock) And last, there's a special design element that only the true designer knows about: I signed mine.

To show what she means, Marinette turns her derby hat upside down to reveal her name hidden on the hat, decorated in a golden fabric. In complete shock, Chloe knocks over both her podium and hat, resulting in everyone gasping as they notice the same signature on her supposed "original design", before the blonde bully runs out of the school with dramatic tears running down her face.

Chloe: (sobbing) Daddy!

Red + Green + Blue: (mutters under their breath) Serves you right, you cheater.

Gabriel: (through the tablet) Very exquisite creation. You definitely have the labouring hands of a hat maker, Miss...

Adrien: Marinette. (places a hand on her shoulder)

Gabriel: (through the tablet) Congratulations on your demonstration, Miss Marinette. You're the winner. (Marinette gasps happily)

Marinette: (bows politely) Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Gabriel: (through the tablet) Adrien will wear your derby on our next advertising campaign.

Adrien: (grabs the hat) Awesome job, Marinette.

Instead of responding back, Marinette's face starts to blush as she quickly smiles and nods, due to Adrien's hands brushing against her own. After taking the hat off her, the young model puts it on... and immediately goes into a sneezing fit, soon remembering that both Marinette and Alya are standing right beside him.

Adrien: (sniffles and gasps) Uh, sorry, I'm allergic to feathers. (sneezes again)

Marinette: (lightly smiles) Gesundheit.

Adrien: (sneezes again) Thanks.

The young blonde model then walks off, hoping to get some medicine and treat the allergic reaction, leaving both Marinette and Alya to celebrate amongst themselves, happy that the former was able to not only win the competition, but also get a bit closer with her ideal crush... Though, neither of the three noticed someone eyeing Adrien with heavy suspicious eyes...

Bonus Clip!!

It had been a few hours since the derby hat project was finished, and the four Impostorm agents were currently in (Y/N)'s house, enjoying some dinner as the sun in the sky begins to go down. They might have not won the competition, but they had fun working together. So far, Albert had left an hour after the whole Mr. Pigeon fiasco, and as they were enjoying what's on their plates, Blue looks up to his young human friend, who almost has a look of realisation in his eyes.

Blue: (speaks up) So, how was working with Albert today, (Y/N)? Did you have any difficulties or was everything surprisingly smooth?

(Y/N): (thinks for a moment) Well, despite having a constant a-aura of superiority, he wasn't that bad... (frowns) Up until the end, w-where he began making constant remarks about h-how I looked a-as Null, s-saying my e-eyes and hands n-needed to be b-better.

Red: (scoffs) Yeah, that's one of the many obnoxious things he does. He once told me that I should dress like the guitarist in a punk band.

Green: He also told me that I'd be better off with my hair being shorter. (flaunts her hair) My hair is fine being long.

Blue: Well, it's a good thing that Albert has left. He left us a note saying that he's off on another mission somewhere in the Middle East, most likely Egypt. (looks at (Y/N)) Also, I've noticed you appear to be distracted by something, (Y/N). You've been having a thinking expression for some time. Is everything alright?

(Y/N): (pauses) W-Well, I've been thinking... (takes a deep breath) I-I think I found out one of t-the identities o-of the o-other h-heroes.

Blue: (intrigued) Would you care to explain why you think so?

(Y/N): O-Okay, so when m-me and Albert were dealing w-with Mr. Pigeon, C-Cat Noir kept sneezing whenever pigeons were around b-because he was a-allergic to feathers. T-Then during the d-derby hat event, Marinette's h-hat had a feather on it, and A-Adrien went into a sneezing f-fit because of it, and s-said he was allergic to feathers.

Green: (goes wide eyed) Wait, are you trying to say...

Red: (confused) Why are you surprised, Green? All (Y/N) said was that Cat Noir and Adrien have the same allergic reaction- (realises it) Oh...

(Y/N): (hesitantly nods) Y-Yeah... It might be o-only one piece of e-evidence right now, but... But I think Adrien is C-Cat Noir...

Fun Fact about Albert!!

Albert's parents were once high-ranking members of Impostorm before they were captured and experimented on. He dreams of following in their footsteps and creating his own legacy, which involves building crazy contraptions with his engineering skills. His gun-cane and the weapons hidden in his tophat are only the start...