Months pass and the Guardians have stuck together; but one's getting a bit testy (well, more-so than usual). Swearing there is nothing going on, him and the gang run into a very unique fighter and unearth some rather macabre secrets, propelling them into an adventure they realize they may not be ready for. (Adventure, Humor and Romance) Rocket/OC, some StarLord/Gamora - slight AU.

It's been years and the teens are now young adults and they start to realize change is inevitable; but it's not all bad. Robin and Star realized they don't quite fit, RedX is an ally and BB is wiser than he seems. Part One is centered on Robin, as he finds what he didn't know he was searching for; a shadow. Meanwhile, Raven is starting to notice a certain changeling. Mild BBxRae