[center][h1][color=#ffd700][b]Tristan Glory[/b][/color][/h1][/center] [center][img] https://i.postimg.cc/4dqkP1Rw/Trist1.png[/img] [/center] [center][hider=Inventory][h3][u][b]Inventory[/b][/u][/h3] Pokedollars-5750 Pokeballs-14 Premiere ball-1 potions-1 Camping gear Old and tattered pokemon textbook (gifted by nurse Joy) Moomoo Milk-6 Emergency care kit(one multi-bristled brush, comb, tweezers, clippers, skin cream, compact mirror)[/hider][/center] [center][hider=On-Hand][u][b][/b][/u] [hider=King][b]King[/b] [img]https://projectpokemon.org/images/shiny-sprite/murkrow-f.gif [/img] species-Darkness Pokemon Type-Flying/Dark level-8 Ability- Super luck (The chance of a bearer's move being a critical hit is increased by 1 stage.) Moveset- -Peck -Astonish -Pursuit -Feather dance - - [/hider] [hider=Princess] [b]Princess[/b] [img]https://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/2/26/Spr_5b_447.png [/img] Species- Emanation Pokemon Gender- Female Type- Fighting Level- 7 Ability- Prankster (gives priority to status moves) Moveset: - Quick attack - Endure - Feint - - - [/hider] [hider=Ace] [b]Ace[/b] [img]https://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/f/fa/Spr_5b_255_m.png [/img] Species- Chick Pokemon Gender- Male Type- Fire Level- 5 Ability- Speed Boost ( Boosts speed stat one stage at the end of every turn) Moveset: -Scratch -Growl -Ember -Quick Attack - - [/hider] [/hider][/center] [center][hider=PC][u][b][/b][/u] [/hider][/center] [hr] [@Sanguine Rose] The remainder of the trek to the forest proved to be a quiet and uneventful one. An unexpected surprise to Tristan who was expecting Faye to fling back his challenge with her own. Besides the harsh insults she directed at him, his mood proved quite high. The reason for said mood? The prospect of traversing some so called taboo and dangerous forest where they might put an end to such rumors and talks and by, they, of course he meant himself mostly. A chance to conquer some supernatural forest as a beginner trainer would do wonders for his image and reputation and to have a witness (and one who could assist him on top of it) only made such a venture all the more enticing. A good chance to prove to this frumpy dressed girl that he was not just some nobody asshole. On Tristan went, strolling with a confident stride with King fluffing his chest with pride trying to match his trainer, whereas Princess lacked their energy; opting instead to sigh with her face covered in her paws due to her trainer's any lack of tact. Then they arrived and upon stopping a step before the entrance did all Tristan's confidence melt upon laying his eyes on the ominously mist enshrouded opening leading into some dark wooden unknown. Yet, it was that sense of spine tingling sensation of being watched that left the teen turning almost ghostly pale. His eyes widen in uncertain fright as he gazed into the opening, where he could not help but shake off the feeling that he was peering into the maw of terrifying beast lurking somewhere within. Within seconds beads of sweat glistened his forehead as his body gave off a rather strong vibe of fear, of which Princess could not possibly miss or ignore." [color=0072bc]Riou Lu lurio?[/color]" The bipedal canine murred out with concern followed by some encouraging caws from King. Ace, however, who had been hiding before had now crawled its way under Tristan's shirt collar. Were it any other time, Tristan might have chastised the scared bird for stretching his shirt's collar, but was too busy staring at the entrance blank-faced.*[color=f26522] Oh god..fuck this place![/color]* He screamed internally; if not for Faye looming just off behind him, the terrified teen would only be running like his life depended on it. At this moment he wanted nothing more than to turn around and flee, though having issued such a challenge made doing so impossible. Not if he wants to save face.* [color=f26522]This was a mistake...this was a big mistake! Bloody hell![/color]* After a mental stringent of cursing did he stop to take a deep breath to try and settle down enough to figure out his next plan of action, all while struggling to keep his body from visibly shaking. *[color=f26522] Shit..shit ok, think! I can figure out a way to get through this and with luck I can get out alive without being seen as a coward.[/color]* Having shifted to a thinking pose to give the impression he was observing while mentally was on the precipice of a panic attack. Tristan had once again found himself in such an unfavorable position, in thanks to letting his heated emotions and wounded pride get the better of him. His fingers gently drummed against his chin; an action done purely to keep his anxiety from spiraling out of control.* [color=f26522]Ok, yeah. There is no way I'm gonna be able to do this..at least not on my own. And my team...as awesome as they are simply lacking the power to ensure their or my safety[/color]* This was really bad, for now he was left with only two options. To turn tail and prove himself the spineless coward to Faye or go into the woods and likely die.* [color=f26522]Come on...think, man! You can't let some downtrodden girl see you as such a pathetic louse, but...god forbid I ask for her help![/color]* He covered his eyes with his left hand where he shifted to hide a frustrated groan and brief sobbing whimper. A sharp intake through his nose.* [color=f26522]Wait! Perhaps there is something I can do. A way to get um..shit what was it again? Froyo?! No, that can't be right but there is a way to get her to join and take the lead without having to directly ask for help.[/color]* Nodding his head with a small pleased smile; an idea having come to mind. A few seconds later, Tristan would clasp his hands together then rub them together while clearing his throat." [color=gold]Right! Well, now that we have taken a firsthand look at this forest I have come to a realization.[/color]" Turning around to face Faye as he spoke. " [color=gold]As we can both recall the challenge I had issued you a short while ago. After some thought and seeing how the entrance reveals a far more dangerous feel than previously thought which one can excuse my foolish haste having not been to these woods before.[/color]" His voice maintained a steady calm tone though with small cracks in his voice here and there. Clearing his throat once more before carrying on." [color=gold]As such, I have been woefully unfair to you Fr- miss![/color]" He quickly moved to interject himself." [color=gold]Yes..seeing as how we lack any further knowledge or map which assuredly leads to getting lost. I think it prudent for us to set aside the challenge...at least for the time being and aid each other. For neither of us could possibly hope to venture in alone with how inexperienced as each of us are, so I propose a temporary...alliance. And when comes time that whatever discovery is found and depending on the situation, we can settle it through a friendly battle though I might add doing a bit of scoping and training around here might do us wonders first. Some brief training and rest then we can...venture inside. Surely this sounds beneficial for both parties that could possibly lead to both of us getting some rare pokemon and or discovered treasure.[/color]" He finished his offer proposal with a nervous chuckle which he tried to play off as a cough." [color=gold]What do you say, Miss?[/color]" The corner of his mouth twitched as he waited anxiously and nervously for Faye's answer.