Matoey

Matoey is the het ship between Mateo and Zoey from the Dreamzzz fandom.

Trials of the Dream Chasers
Awakening

Mateo and Izzie frequented Mrs. Castillo's food truck to place an order. During their visit, Zoey arrived, capturing Mateo's attention and causing him to lose his balance, resulting in a fall. The following day, Mateo showed his comic book character, Z-Blob, with Izzie. However, he noticed Zoey observing them while organizing books. In an attempt to engage with her, Mateo casually greeted Zoey with a friendly "sup," but she continued on her way. Later, in the cafeteria, Zoey overheard Mateo and Izzie's conversation once again, prompting Mateo to discreetly conceal Z-Blob while warmly waving hello to Zoey.

The Anomaly

Cheat Code

The Bigger Picture

During school hours, Mateo attempted to greet Zoey, but she failed to take notice and walked away. When Izzie became aware, she encouraged Mateo to engage in a conversation with her. However, Mateo was uncertain about what to say, as he believes that he sounds like a dork whenever he tries to talk to Zoey. Izzie suggested that might be something Zoey finds intriguing. Furthermore, Izzie mentioned that conversing with Zoey could be effortless for Mateo, considering he's able to combat nightmare creatures in the Dream World. But Mateo countered by stating that what he does in the Dream World is unattainable in the Waking World. After their classes ended, Mateo agreed with Logan's proposition to acquire test answers within the Dream World, solely because it presented the perfect opportunity for him to talk to Zoey.

Within the Dream World, Mateo followed Zoey, attentively listening to her guitar melodies until Zian caught him. Zoey questioned why Mateo chose to pursue her within the Dream World, prompting Mateo to explain that his intention was solely to befriend her. Zoey granted Mateo the chance to converse with her, prompting Mateo to compliment her musical talent and ask if she was in a band. Zoey revealed that she used to be a part of one back in California until she lost everything due to the Night Hunter after she moved to New York. Mateo empathized with Zoey, expressing his understanding of isolation until he decided to open up, knowing that if he hadn't, he may have never had the opportunity to talk to Zoey. Their conversation was interrupted when the other Dream Chasers got themselves into trouble. Mateo found himself saved by Zoey from an enraged Mrs. Putnam, and he expressed his thanks, to which Zoey replied that helping friends is what true friendship is all about. The following day, Mateo approached Zoey, who welcomed him with a warm smile.

Short Sheeped

Logan's kidnapping by the nightmare creatures left Mateo, Izzie, and Cooper with no choice but to find a replacement for their Sheep Week team. When Zoey arrived to deliver Cooper's order, Mateo immediately noticed her potential as a fill-in for Logan. He approached Zoey and asked if she would like to join him and the others on their Sheep Week team. However, Zoey declined the offer due to her disinterest in Sheep Week and her ongoing problems in the Dream World. Mateo, aware of Zoey's struggles, expressed his concern, telling her that she could not spend her life in the Dream World just to fight the Night Hunter. Zoey, offended by Mateo's comment, knocked the soccer ball away from his hands before riding away on her bike.

The following day, Mateo made an effort to apologize to Zoey for his insensitive remark. He also revealed that he only joined Sheep Week because of Izzie and Cooper. However, matters took a turn for the worse when Dallas and his friends began bullying Izzie. Zoey, despite her initial reluctance, decided to join Team Dream Chasers to support Mateo and the others. During the soccer match, Dallas pushed Zoey to the ground, but Mateo immediately rushed to her and helped her up. As the school continued to cheer for the Wolves, Mateo declared that it was time to show that bullies don't win, impressing Zoey with his determination. In the end, Team Dream Chasers emerged victorious, and Zoey embraced Mateo in a hug to celebrate their victory.

The Grim Escape

Dreamer's Block

When Izzie proposed that Z-Blob could stay overnight with Zoey, Mateo, who had a close relationship with the creature, politely declined the offer. Zoey expressed her reluctance to take on the responsibility of caring for Z-Blob, citing her preference for solitude and concern that the creature would impede her productivity. Mateo concurred with Zoey's sentiments. In light of their mission to rescue fellow students at school, Mateo and Zoey were compelled to acquiesce. Zoey, accompanied by Z-Blob, left after receiving instructions from Mateo on how to properly care for the dream creature. Zoey confirmed her understanding of the instructions before leaving.

Monkey and the Bandit

Private Eye

During Zoey's absence, Mateo surreptitiously visited Zoey's Dream Landing with the intention of extending an invitation to the Fall Festival by leaving a drawing of her. Regrettably, his entry caused inadvertent damage to her cave. Recognizing the possibility of rejection, Mateo opted to retrieve the drawing, apprehensive of the repercussions. This, in turn, led to Zoey's tardiness in fulfilling Mrs. Castillo's grocery deliveries and attending school.

Upon discovering that Mateo's comic book was missing, Izzie assumed the role of a Private Investigator. During her investigation, she uncovered that Mateo was accountable for the destruction of Zoey's cave. Zoey admonished Mateo for his actions, and despite his efforts to clarify the situation, she departed in a fit of anger, refusing to listen.

Songs of the Mist

Sweet Dreams

The Worthy Dreamer

As the Dream Chasers were preparing for their travel to Castle Nocturnia, Izzie mentioned to Mateo that Logan was upset because Zoey turned down his invitation to the Fall Festival. Izzie speculated that perhaps Zoey preferred to go with someone else, which made Mateo smile in understanding. When the Dream Chasers finally arrived at Castle Nocturnia, they were met with an attack from Phil the Manticore, who unleashed his crystallizing power upon everyone as a part of Lunia's test. Mateo saved Zoey from a blast. Amid their escape, they found themselves in a room filled with floating staircases. Determined to ensure Zoey's safety, Mateo offered her to jump onto the same staircase he was on. However, the result was not what he had anticipated, as Zoey accidentally landed directly on top of him.

Mateo, Zoey, and Z-Blob soon found themselves separated from the rest of the group, stumbling upon a room filled with boxes and a picture of Lunia and Migo. Sensing Phil approaching once again, they sought refuge behind the painting. Throughout the tense moments, Mateo instinctively held Zoey's hand for comfort until Phil passed by. However, Zoey eventually pulled her hand away. As she stared at the painting, a look of disgust crossed Zoey's face. Zoey confided to Mateo, explaining that her aversion to relationships stemmed from the fear of being left alone once her loved ones were no longer by her side. In response, Mateo reassured her that she was not alone and that together, they could form an extraordinary team.

Eventually, they regrouped with the others in the main room, where Mateo had been on the verge of confessing his feelings to Zoey. However, their moment was interrupted by Logan, who arrived in a panic, hotly pursued by Phil. After a fierce battle ensued, Zoey was chosen to partake in the test. Presented with a life-altering choice, she was offered the opportunity to obtain anything she had ever desired or to continue along her current path. At that moment, as Zoey reminisced about the joyful times spent with her friends, her mind also wandered back to the moment when she embraced Mateo after their triumph in Sheep Week.

Night Hunted

Due to Z-Blob's kidnapping, Mateo wasn't much help when he, Izzie, and Zoey were assigned the task of saving Mrs. Castillo and the dream creatures from the Grimspawn. After the mission, Zoey reproached Mateo, firmly asserting that he needed to endure the situation. Even after Mr. Oz acknowledged that each of them needed to face their challenges.

When Mateo criticized Mr. Oz for abandoning Lunia to rescue Hannah, Zoey came to the defense of their science teacher, vehemently disagreeing with Mateo's harsh reprimand. She then saw how Mateo appeared ready to abandon the rest of the group in his search for the other Dream Chaser that was Mr. Oz. Zoey and the rest of the team ventured into the Grim Realm to rescue Mateo from the Night Hunter and the Night Terrors.

The next day, Zoey, still carrying the weight of yesterday, took it upon herself to confront Mateo about his actions. With a mix of concern and curiosity, she asked Mateo whether he had managed to locate the Dream Chaser he had been looking for. Mateo lied that he had not yet found him, keeping the Night Hunter's true identity hidden.

The Rift

Enter the Nightmare

Dreamolition Duo
Dreamolition Duo vs. The Mutated Math Monsters

During a pop quiz in Ms. Putnam's algebra class, Mateo created a brief comic featuring himself and Z-Blob as superheroes known as the Dreamolition Duo. In the comic, Zoey develops feelings for Mateo and warns him and Z-Blob to exercise caution as she loves them.

Dreamolition Duo vs. The Zombie Students

Mateo created a comic strip in which all the students were transformed into zombies, leaving only Mateo, Zoey, and Z-Blob as the sole survivors. In the comic, Mateo assumed the role of M-Man and was praised by Zoey for his performance. She suggested that he and Z-Blob should form a boy band. While defending themselves against the zombie student attack, Zoey was bitten by a zombie named Logan. Mateo was overcome with despair and cried out in anguish. However, he remembered Zoey's suggestion and came up with a plan to cure the zombies by initiating a dance session.

Dreamolition Duo vs. The Big, Bad, Bionic, BEAThoven!

Mateo created a comic strip featuring the students and Ms. Putnam facing off against Bionic BEAThoven. Determined to emerge victorious, Mateo and Z-Blob devised a plan to defeat their adversary. In one of their attempts, Mateo enlisted Zoey to play her guitar in an effort to halt Bionic BEAThoven's progress, but to no avail. Undeterred, Mateo and Zoey then attempted to play the piano together to thwart their opponent, but this too proved unsuccessful.

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