[@Typical] [@Gardevoiran] [color=b5e6e2]‘A-and me as well!’[/color] Vivia declared, frowning and clasping her hands a bit as she said, even though she stumbled over her words. [color=b5e6e2]‘I can’t stand by when I know this is happening. I’ll surely grow stronger and make a difference. Allow me to see this through!’[/color] Azelf took a moment to gaze at Eryn as she made her declaration, and then over at Skylar as he made his, then finally at Vivia. The legendary Pokémon took a moment to consider, until the light of Beheeyem’s hands shone and the memory of spoken words manifested in their minds as if they’d just been said, even though they had not. [center][color=64ABBF][i]Excellent.[/i][/color][/center] Azelf dove, pulling Beheeyem along on the trip, and arrived in front of Eryn. Then, a new memory formed. A path was given to her. Two paths to the same destination, where the girl was being held. one was through Worldedge City. At the bottom of the Industrial District, there was a factory that wasn’t quite as abandoned as it appeared to be. The facility was manned, but nobody would expect an intruder from that direction. Security was lax, partly because having security there could alert people to the factory in the first place. However, heading through that direction meant having to traverse the entity of the base in order to reach the girl. It could turn into a more difficult route. An alternative route was through Mt. Strength. In the bottom of the giant mountain was a hidden tunnel, directions to which Eryn now remembers, which leads into an underground maze. Heading east within said maze leads to an elevator, but said elevator is under heavy protection due to the powerful wild Pokémon that can be found in the maze, among other reasons. Breaking through that protection could turn out to be a difficult battle… but if she got through and used the elevator then she’d be just a single room away from the girl’s location. She could be snapped up and they’d be out of there before they could rally a response. She should be wary of telling the Pokémon League or adults about this. The memory cautioned her that there was no telling who might be on their side. In fact, Azelf’s kin had assured them that at least one person in the Pokémon League is [i]definitely[/i] in on it. [sub]This is to ensure you take on the job yourself and don’t just leak the info, so, like, please don’t come up with loopholes for telling the authorities anyway. Can still tell other players about this, though, heh.[/sub] This all said, she could take her time. The individuals holding the girl was working from a mistaken assumption. They would not make progress in a long while. Eryn had time to grow more powerful, until she was finally ready. [sub]The plot will wait for the players.[/sub] When Eryn refocused on reality again, she’d find that she had something in her hand. [center][color=6ecff6][i]Eryn obtained the Crystals of Willpower![/i][/color][/center] A couple red jewels, or crystals apparently, gathered in Eryn’s hand, bound together. Azelf drifted back, and faced all four of them, now. [center][color=64ABBF][i]I will remain guarding this dormant form, sleeping underneath the center of the lake. The Beheeyem alters the minds of those who I do not wish to enter, making them leave and never come back. Unfortunately, should they obtain what they desire, only the gathered power of the crystals will be able to contain them. Should they learn of me and my kin, we will be targeted for these crystals. Hence why we have distributed the crystals to humans instead. Now go, grow strong, and then when you are ready, complete our request.[/i][/color][/center] And that should do. Azelf now let go of Beheeyem, and spun up into the air and back to floating by the dormant Palkia. This was when an Abra teleported in, sitting nicely in front of them. Clearly, the intended way out. Vivia looked a bit tense, looking over to see if the others had anything to say. Oaken was presently analyzing Eryn, his arms crossed, gauging her current reactions and such. Eryn and Skylar’s reactions? __________________________ [@hatakekuro] [center][url=https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/7/71/215Sneasel.png][img]https://i.imgur.com/YW11yVg.png[/img][/url] [color=6ecff6][i]Pokédex Entry #215 – Sneasel, the Sharp Claw Pokémon. It scales trees and ice by punching its hooked claws into surfaces. Naturally vicious, it gangs up and cooperates to lure away the parents while another steals the eggs, which they then eat, though frequently betray their packmates if they can get the food for itself. It uses the shroud of night to conceal its actions.[/i][/color] [color=6ecff6][i]New Pokémon caught! Basil earned 750 P![/i][/color] [color=6ecff6][i]Would you like to give a nickname to Sneasel?[/i][/color][/center] With that aside, Basil headed out onto Route 1! He had all these adventures that would take him far and high that he could look forward to… but let’s start with his Pokémon taking him one level underground for a Pokémon tournament! There was a bunch of kids having battles centered around a single individual, a youngster that looked way too smug about himself. The first person to lock eyes with Basil and his Pokémon was an even younger youngster, staring wide-eyed at him. [color=de813a]‘My lord! My lord! An invader wishes to partake in the tourney!’[/color] the young boy said, looking with wide eyes at the smug boy. [url=http://i.imgur.com/wYtJoI2.png][img]http://i.imgur.com/I42n3gR.png[/img][/url] [color=02b1d4]‘Hmpf, another kid wishing to prove himself worthy of the princess’ hand in marriage,’[/color] the boy said, with a completely straight face, despite being significantly younger than Basil. [color=e69ac0]‘Iiiiiiiih!’[/color] A tiny girl at his side made a fake-terrified noise and hid behind the “lord”. [color=02b1d4]‘Very well! Knight Donald, your king commands you to go and test the might of our new challenger!’[/color] the [s]youngster[/s] king said, pointing forth at Basil. [color=de813a]‘At once, my lord!’[/color] Donald said, turning around to face Basil and his Pokémon with a nervous smile. [color=de813a]‘O-OK! I, Donald, will knock you all down!’[/color] [center][url=http://i.imgur.com/eYejTgo.png][img]http://i.imgur.com/YkvWG3Q.png[/img][/url] [s]preschooler[/s] Knight Donald would like to battle![/center] For these battles, keep in mind that you're fighting inside of a decently tight drain! [hider=Donald’s Pokémon and tactics][center][url=http://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/4/46/019Rattata.png][img]http://i.imgur.com/p8F42cq.png[/img][/url] [color=6ecff6][i]Pokédex Entry #19 – Rattata, the Mouse Pokémon. It has impressive vitality that allows it to live anywhere there is food. It scavenges for food all day and reproduces quickly. Very cautious, it’s ears listen for trouble even when asleep. It’s teeth never stop growing, it will gnaw on things to keep their size in check.[/i][/color][/center] TAAAAAACKLLEEEEEE…! [center][url=http://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/4/46/019Rattata.png][img]http://i.imgur.com/p8F42cq.png[/img][/url] [color=6ecff6][i]Pokédex Entry #19 – Rattata, the Mouse Pokémon. It has impressive vitality that allows it to live anywhere there is food. It scavenges for food all day and reproduces quickly. Very cautious, it’s ears listen for trouble even when asleep. It’s teeth never stop growing, it will gnaw on things to keep their size in check.[/i][/color][/center] Tail Whip… then TAAAAAACKLLEEEEEE…! Both Rattata have Run Away as their ability, which won’t help.[/hider] Should he be able to beat the knight, he’d then be faced by a notably older young lady in a green outfit. [color=7cc2ba]‘These kids are so cute, aren’t they? Anyway! I’m a mercenary hired by the king to repel invaders! So you’re not going any further~’[/color] she told, smiling happily. [center][url=http://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/2/22/ORAS_Picnicker.png][img]http://i.imgur.com/bLwhoft.png[/img][/url] [s]picnicker[/s] Mercenary Lena would like to battle![/center] [hider=Lena’s Pokémon][center][url=http://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/8/8a/300Skitty.png][img]http://i.imgur.com/1MTAKYY.png[/img][/url] [color=6ecff6][i]Pokédex Entry #300 – Skitty, the Kitten Pokémon. It lives in holes in trees of forests. It easily becomes fascinated with things and chase them, and it commonly seen chasing its own tail. While popular due to perceived cuteness, it is very difficult to earn a Skitty’s trust and friendship.[/i][/color][/center] Will start with Fake Out for free damage, and then one Tail Whip, and then Tackle! Should things look dire, she’ll try Sing! Warning, somewhat higher level! Normalize will not play a role.[/hider] After that, the “princess” herself approached Basil, looking at him with wide eyes and a tiny little blush. [color=e69ac0]‘I-I’m happy, but I’m gonna repel you now!’[/color] she insists. [center][url=http://i.imgur.com/neSe5fz.png][img]http://i.imgur.com/20QYbGp.png[/img][/url] [s]preschooler[/s] Princess Melody would like to battle![/center] [hider=Melody’s Pokémon][center][url=http://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/5/55/016Pidgey.png][img]https://i.imgur.com/iaBIvRl.png[/img][/url] [color=6ecff6][i]Pokédex Entry #16 – Pidgey, the Tiny Bird Pokémon. They are docile Pokémon that avoid fighting, kicking up sand in an enemy’s face or using Whirlwind to avoid battles. They have sharp senses of direction, capable of finding their nest or destination from very large distances. They inhabit tall grass where they search and prey on small bugs.[/i][/color][/center] She’s going to Tackle. Exclusively. Tangled Feet will not play a role. [center][url=https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/a/a7/427Buneary.png][img]https://i.imgur.com/fuBt8Zj.png[/img][/url][/center] [center][color=6ecff6][i]Pokédex Entry #427 – Buneary, the Rabbit Pokémon. It rolls up its long ears, then unrolls them with great force to slap enemies. This attack stings enough to make adults jump and crush boulders to dust. It uses its ears not only to attack, but also to sense danger--they stand straight up when it senses a threat. Its fluffy fur lets it sleep in warmth and comfort on cold nights.[/i][/color][/center] Defense Curl, then Pound! Klutz will not play a role.[/hider] … Basil and co’s strategies? __________________________ [@Savo] [color=ebb178]‘… Yeah. So it is. Thank you for the sentiment,’[/color] Johannes would nod at Cyril’s words, but otherwise didn’t have much to add, really. Johannes didn’t seem like the most active of talkers. Still, he’ll be around here if so desired. Then a couple of Pokémon showed up and Cyril had that conversation with them. When they were “caught”, the Pokédex lit up. [center][url=https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/2/27/440Happiny.png][img]https://i.imgur.com/gBT8lyW.png[/img][/url] [color=6ecff6][i]Pokédex Entry #440 – Happiny, the Playhouse Pokémon. In imitation to Chancey, it carries a round white rock in its belly pouch. If it gets along well with someone, it will sometimes give that person the rock, but may throw a tantrum if the rock isn’t returned. Often a bit inattentive, it can trip people as it likes walking close to their legs.[/i][/color] [color=6ecff6][i]New Pokémon caught! Cyril earned 1000 P![/i][/color] [color=6ecff6][i]Would you like to give a nickname to Happiny?[/i][/color] [url=https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/a/a7/427Buneary.png][img]https://i.imgur.com/fuBt8Zj.png[/img][/url] [color=6ecff6][i]Pokédex Entry #427 – Buneary, the Rabbit Pokémon. It rolls up its long ears, then unrolls them with great force to slap enemies. This attack stings enough to make adults jump and crush boulders to dust. It uses its ears not only to attack, but also to sense danger--they stand straight up when it senses a threat. Its fluffy fur lets it sleep in warmth and comfort on cold nights.[/i][/color] [color=6ecff6][i]New Pokémon caught! Cyril earned 500 P![/i][/color] [color=6ecff6][i]Would you like to give a nickname to Buneary?[/i][/color][/center] And that would do! Now, then. They approached the random Shinx just hanging around… which looked up at Velvet with a confused little look. Sincerely, this Shinx isn’t going to stand a chance, do as you like with him, heh. If you decide to capture him… [hider=Captured][center][url=https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/3/32/403Shinx.png][img]http://i.imgur.com/3nQXHB1.png[/img][/url][/center] [b]Gender[/b]: ♂ [b]Type[/b]: Electric [b]Personality[/b]: (Up to player.) [b]Quirks/Talents/Aspirations/Other[/b]: (Up to player.) [b]Level[/b]: 2 [b]Moves[/b]: Tackle [b]Ability[/b]: Guts, increases power when afflicted with a status condition. [b]Held Item[/b]: None. [center][color=6ecff6][i]New Pokémon caught! Cyril earned 750 P![/i][/color] [color=6ecff6][i]Would you like to give a nickname to Shinx?[/i][/color][/center][/hider] That done with! What will Cyril do now?