Without abilities like Scald for him to use in practice. Croconaw briefly froze up in response to Eevee’s jumpy reactions. Unable to think of a better way to make her any warmer in this frigid storm. Let alone discern how dire the situation was—apart from the theatrical fox. But he still tried to put on a tough face like his older brothers would. [color=6ecff6]“I-It’s okay. The blanket s-should absorb the water.”[/color] Croconaw uttered, as Fifi trembled underneath the wool blanket. 

Quick to clear his throat and deepen his voice. [color=6ecff6]“Um. My family lives over the next hill—someplace warm.”[/color] Croconaw explained, realizing that she didn’t look capable of making it that far. Nor would he be able to carry her through the storm’s frequent lightning strikes. Each sounding closer to them than the last one. [color=6ecff6][i]Oh man. I wish Shepard was here.[/i][/color] Croconaw thought. Being filled with both surprise and relief, when he then turned toward the barn door opening up. And there he stood—'The Resident Shepard' in his uniquely-fitted human clothing. Wearing a big white raincoat, with holes for the spikes to protrude, and two yellow rain boots on Lucario’s footpaws. Making squealing noises as he walked inside and smiled at the pair. 

Greeting this frightened stranger, with a friendly wave of his paw. Sure to bring a Calm Mind to Fifi in the process. Because panic would certainly not help the young pokemon recover. Before lowering himself down to the Eevee. [color=0072bc][b]Hello, my dear.[/b][/color] Lucario introduced himself telepathically to the Eevee, with a soothing and compassionate voice entering her head. [color=0072bc][b]Everything will be fine. If you allow me to warm you up.[/b][/color] Lucario offered, with his arms extended to lift her off of the ground.