Route 2 - > Route 5 [@PKMNB0Y] [quote=Laurel] Laurel: Huh? Of course I am. Do you think I’d leave you? We did say we would travel together. It’d be quite unbecoming of me to simply leave you. Besides, I had a few other things to do as well in the area. I’m near the beach right now. [/quote] It didn’t take too terribly long to meet up with Laurel. She was waiting on the beach, not too terribly far from the cave. Munchlax was busy sleeping, a half eaten apple stuck in its mouth, laying on the sand. Someone had built a sandcastle on its belly. The pawprints left behind nearby as Verdue lept about in the sand likely made the culprit known. “Richard.” She’d greet Richard with a faint smile. “Find something in the caves? I can’t imagine going in that place…ugh, I’d need so many baths…Ahem, anyways, if you’re ready shall we? Or do your pokemon need a bit of rest?” Laurel seemed to be just fine waiting until he was ready, so he was free to head back and heal up his pokemon. When he was ready to go, Laurel would respond with a nod. The trek down the main road of route 2 would slowly lead away from the coast as the treeline too, slowly started to diminish. The forest giving way to the sun and wind swept plains of the Western Eidda Plains region. Soon too, the road would split. One would go east, along route 4 towards Peltra. The other continued north across rolling hills and through the old ruins…which meant they had just taken their first steps onto route five. [h3][center]-Route 5- [img]https://i.imgur.com/Rb60Dc4.png[/img][/center][/h3] Rolling and hilly plains, the predominant foot hills of the Eiddan mountains to the north populated primarily by plains loving pokemon as well as those that hung around ruins and old places. Dark-type pokemon also tend to start being seen around here as well since its getting closer to Giervor, well known for their population of such pokemon. A herd of wild Tauros could be seen running across the plains in the distance, a large cloud of dust behind them as they ran. As Richard and Laurel would walk, they’d come across a small ruin that had been cordoned off. An emblem of the Giervor Historical society was plastered on a tent and the uniforms of the few people present made it easily identifiable who had done so. “Alright.” Laurel turned to Richard. “I’m going to find some pokemon and train a bit more, Richard. Word of advice - the Leader in Giervor is a dark-type gym leader. You may want to try and find a pokemon that could help.” Laurel would say. “Also, I don’t want to sound pushy, but,” She’d glance to the side. “Don’t slack on your training. You already beat me once, It’d be shameful if you didn’t stay in top form.” [hider=Possible Actions] You’re on the road of Route 5. Full of old ruins and plenty of pokemon. Route 4 and Route 2 are easily accessible from here. Train pokemon in the current area? Who knows, maybe you could get a few quick levels here. Look for pokemon. Who knows, maybe you could find something neat here. If so, describe how you search and if you’re looking for anything in particular. The Historical Society is also seemingly out here, for some reason. Random event (Want to bully the GM? Ask him to make a random encounter for you that isn’t any of the above or below. Quality will vary.) You could probably find a few trainers on the plains. Exploring ruins may also yield some interesting results, perhaps. [/hider] Stellar Toy Factory [@Vertigo][@XxFellsingxX][@Savo] [hider=Snubbull][center][img]https://www.serebii.net/art/th/209.png[/img][/center] [color=8dc73f]”Snubbull, the Fiary Pokemon. That might be its name, but its the most uncute fairy type I’ve ever seen.” The chibi camphor would say, making a particularly annoyed expression. A Snubbull was chewing on a toy near her. “Anyways, they’re known for being fairly cowardly usually, using their more intimidating features to scare fights away and turning tail if it doesn’t work. They like sleeping, the only relatable thing about them.” Yuu and Jill obtained 1000![/color] [/hider] [color=8dc73f]”Response:[/color] It was said with a slightly more robotic tone than normal before it devolved into a mildly annoyed huff. [color=8dc73f]”Really? Really?! You’re going to treat me like some cheap generative AI? I’d be insulted if I actually cared what you think.”[/color] Rather loudly and suddenly, it would continue as the Professor relaxed on a chair, leaning back in it slightly as she sipped on a cup of virtual coffee in a mug that said ‘Emotionally Exhausted’. [color=8dc73f]“You want some information about that old toy factory?”[/color] The pokedex camphor continued, the Snubbull dematerializing into a pokeball. [color=8dc73f]“If I knew what was everywhere you’d be out of a job ya know? But let's start with the first. It's not strange that the place still has power. Probably cheaper to let it run instead of removing it. Your second query…Best I can say is to expect the usual urban pokemon. Like Rattata and similar. Maybe some trubbish or other trash loving pokemon. Some electric types might also make their home there. Of course, old places like that also might attract some ghost types. Not uncommon in Byjerlfal, especially at night.”[/color] A loud sip of the coffee. [color=8dc73f] “Query: Your single brain cell need anything else?”[/color] It was asked in a slightly mocking tone. …AI camphor seemed awfully chatty, a bit more upbeat then the real deal. Still a bit of a jerk, though. It would be just about now that Aster would shuffle over towards the machine. It was hard to tell exactly what it was for, but it was connected to several old conveyor belts. As aster approached, she’d take notice of a few sparking arcs of electricity leaping from it…and towards… [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/art/th/81.png[/img][/center] [hider=Magnemite] [color=8dc73f]”Ah, a Magnemite.” Before Yuu could close the pokedex or do anything else, the Ai had already scanned the pokemon. “The Magnet pokemon. Eeeh, well, thats surprising to find here. They constantly emit electromagnetic waves that allow them to float, and are typically found around more electromagnetically active areas. We might have to move them…mngh, well that’s a problem for actual me, not me me.”[/color] Yuu, Jill, Chloe obtained 500p [/hider] The Magnemite seemed to take offense to Asters approach, its single eye angrily turning towards the Aipom and blasting a discharge of electricity towards it - a Thunder Wave! [hider=Possible Actions] Find pokemon (Specify if you’re looking for anything in particular or how you look). This place likely has some unique pokemon, if nothing else. Try to Leave? Train a bit. Speed through the fluff and lets get some training done Random event (Want to bully the GM? Ask him to make a random encounter for you that isn’t any of the above or below. Quality will vary.) [/hider] Stellar Toy Factory [@Crusader Lord] Clarissa approached the Murkrow, stealthily, silently. Walking up behind it and scanning it with the pokedex. [hider=Murkrow][center][img]https://www.serebii.net/art/th/198.png[/img][/center] [color=8dc73f]“Ah, Murkrow. The so called Darkness pokemon. Don’t let the name fool you though, they’re perfectly friendly and if you befriend one, you tend to befriend the entire flock. They’re particularly feared and loathed in more rural areas, often seen as a sign or bad omen. Not untrue, they have a tendency to prank and lead travelers astray after offering help. Clarissa obtained 1000![/color] [/hider] “Krrrow?” The Murkrow, having been busy preening and cleaning its feathers seemingly, would turn just in time to see the Buneary leap into the air, and plant its little fist right into the side of its face. “Kroooow!” The dark type pokemon tumbled back, barely able to flap its wings before it was summarily launched outside of the window, tumbling away from the building before managing to steady and level itself. “Muuuurrrr…” It hovered near the window, glaring at Sir Lopsalot. With a flap of its wings, it would loose a powerful gust towards the Buneary. Temple - > Ancient Grove [@Pyromania99][@Thayr] “Oh no, I’m always free.” Yasu grumbled. Hatty, by now, had managed to poke Yasu enough for the young woman to pick her up and carry her in her arms. “Alright, we better get going. The sooner we get this over with, the better.” She’d grumble. “And you two, keep up. I don’t want you straying from the path. Pokemon can get a little aggressive out that way.” Following Yasu out of the temple, she’d lead them back out into the streets. A short trek later, they’d find themselves back on route 1. Yasu for the most part, kept quiet, not wanting to speak much. Hatty contented herself with simply sitting in Yasu’s arms, though every now and then Camilla and Isla would both catch the pokemon peeking over Yasu’s shoulder and just…staring. Menacingly. “I believe it was…right…here? Ah, yeah, here it is.” A fairy ways off the road, hidden behind a small cluster of trees was the tree Yasu had mentioned. “Its hard to see from the road, if you don’t know what you’re looking for. My family wanted to keep people away from it as much as possible, but…” Yasu shook her head. “...lets keep going.” Heading off the beaten path, the group would find a small dirt trail along with more talismans hanging from the trees. The further they went, the more a feeling of something not quite right began to creep up as a cool mist began to cover the ground. Or rather, a feeling of the ancient nature of this place pressing down on the trio. An oppressive nature that was soon broken by a loud cry. “Herra!” “Eeek!” “Teeeen-!” It happened quickly, from above one of the tall trees a large, insectoid blue pokemon fell to the ground. [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/art/th/214.png[/img][/center] A Heracross! Yasu had been knocked to the ground, Hatty rolling across the grassy floor as Yasu dropped her. The blue beetle pokemon wasted no time in turning to face the trio, glaring at the intruders as it readied its horn. It did not seem like it was here to make friends.