Hibernation

"Kill him and I'll waive your quota for a year!" Samantha yelled towards the men.

A large blond man stepped forward while pounding his bandaged fists together. "Sorry lad. It's nothing personal." He rushed forward and threw a strong right-hook.

Ed caught the incoming fist and took a step back. 'Another powerful esper.' He sighed as scales began covering his body. He glared at the man. "You know, I really hate espers stronger than me."

"Is that so." The man laughed. "There's always somebody better. A higher mountain and all that. Best get used to it now."