[@Lunarlord34][@Zapdos][@Sanguine Rose][@Joshua Tamashii][@Gremlin][@Shazamrock][@Crimson Flame][@Zarkun][@Xaltwind][@Crusader Lord][@CitrusArms] [center][i][color=6ecff6]Everyone (except Clarissa and David) has obtained a starter! Would you like to name it?[/color][/i][/center] Upon being called, Professor Kapoc, Director Beck, and Adrianne approached Jason and looked down at the very, very blue Ralts. They exchanged looks as they looked around the room to see a bunch of quite literally sparkling critters that were very much very different from what they were supposed to be. In fact, at least half of the Pokemon in this room were shiny. The director looked at the professor with a dead panned expression. [color=f7941d]"...Cedric, why are almost all the starters shiny?"[/color] She asked, narrowing her eyes with suspicion. The professor shrugged indifferently in response and said, [color=ed1c24]"You'd have to take that up with Ruey. She's the one who bred and delivered them."[/color] [color=e0b143]"I'm more surprised that she got her hands on a shiny Tyrunt, or a Tyrunt at all for that matter. I wasn't even aware she had one to breed. I suggested it as a joke."[/color] The champion leaned to her side to get a better view of the very puppy-like rock lizard wagging its tail. [color=f7941d]"Well, she's always been a bit... eccentric. And really motivated."[/color] [@baraquiel] Meanwhile, as Archie chased the Chespin through the pine forest zone of the terrarium the two of them would accidentally hit something... massive. A three headed draconic beast with black fur that flared into fuchsia collars and blue scales. It stirred and the largest of the heads lifted itself up, its black eyes looked at the boy and his starter, its fuchsia pupils focused on them how a beast would look at its prey. They would get the feeling, almost instinctual, that whatever this thing was that it was incredibly dangerous. Before the boy or the Pokemon could react, its head lunged at them and... they were both held up their collar or the scruff of their neck by the creature's mouth before they were unceremoniously brought back to the group of trainers and dropped on their butts with a 'plop.' It just stood there, watching them with those menacing eyes as if to tell them to not make trouble. [color=ed1c24]"Good girl."[/color] Kapoc petted the main head of the dragon as if it were the family pet though it did not seem to react much. Director Beck gave the dragon a wide berth knowing full well what that thing was capable of. [color=f7941d]"Is it really safe to let Cedric's Hydreigon roam around here? Or any of his Pokemon?"[/color] [color=e0b143]"It's fine! Probably! It's one of the better mannered ones I've seen, but then again, I can't say I've had the chance to meet many either. There's only like three people in this region insane enough to actually raise one and one of them isn't even from Evig."[/color] Truly, these were inspiring words of confidence. Anyway! Adriane lit up when Faye asked about taking a group photo. [color=e0b143]"Come on everyone! Gather around for a photo! I'm not giving you guys a choice! That means you two as well!"[/color] She announced with a big grin, pointing to Clarissa and David. [color=ed1c24]"Do I have to?"[/color] The professor groaned before he was jerked by the sudden pull of the champion's arm wrapped around his shoulder [color=e0b143]"Come on Cedric, make some memories why don't you?"[/color] Once the impromptu photography session was completed, the professor unhooked the champion's arm from his shoulders the same way someone would get rid of a pest. [color=ed1c24]"Alright, everyone I am going to hand you all your Pokedexes. Well, work phones with the Pokedex app."[/color] [center] [img]https://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/8/84/Bag_Rotom_Phone_Sprite.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]You have received a Rotom Phone! [s]Other phone cases sold separately[/s][/color][/i][/center] [color=ed1c24]"As you know, a Pokedex is an encyclopedia for the Pokemon you can find in a given region. As my assistants, you will be filling out the Pokedex as you all gather data on the returning populations of certain species of Pokemon. Any Pokemon that you catch will be sent here where we will observe for research. For each new species and variant you catch and/or evolve, you will be financially compensated based on the rarity of the Pokemon. Each time you record a Pokemon's location, it will be shared among all of you. Please test it out on the Pokemon you all just received."[/color] [hider=Steph] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/Shiny/SWSH/607.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#607-Litwick, the Candle Pokemon. The flame on its head keeps its body slightly warm. This Pokémon takes lost children by the hand to guide them to the spirit world.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Clarissa] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/swordshield/pokemon/427.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#427-Buneary, the Rabbit Pokemon. It slams foes by sharply uncoiling its rolled ears. It stings enough to make a grown-up cry in pain.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Evelyn] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/scarletviolet/pokemon/new/595.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#595-Joltik, the Attaching Pokemon. Joltik that live in cities have learned a technique for sucking electricity from the outlets in houses. Since it can't generate its own electricity, it sticks onto large-bodied Pokémon and absorbs static electricity.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Jason] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/Shiny/SV/new/280.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#280-Ralts, the Feeling Pokemon. The horns on its head provide a strong power that enables it to sense people's emotions. It is highly attuned to the emotions of people and Pokémon. It hides if it senses hostility.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Val] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/Shiny/SV/new/742.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#742-Cutiefly, the Bee Fly Pokemon. When it senses the auras of people or Pokémon who are having fun, it will draw close and give them a painful poke with its long proboscis.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Nils] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/scarletviolet/pokemon/new/749.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#749-Mudbray, the Donkey Pokemon. This Pokémon covers itself in mud that it has regurgitated. The mud won't dry out even if it's exposed to the sun for a long time.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Audrey] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/scarletviolet/pokemon/new/570.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#570-Zorua, the Tricky Fox Pokemon. It changes into the forms of others to surprise them. Apparently, it often transforms into a silent child.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Amelia] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/Shiny/SV/new/708.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#708-Phantumb, the Stump Pokemon. Legend tells that its green leaves can cure any illness. When plucked, however, the leaves will instantly wither away.This Pokémon came to be when the spirit of a deceased child possessed a tree stump. It now wanders the forest searching for friends.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Archie] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/scarletviolet/pokemon/new/650.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#650-Chespin, the Spiky Nut Pokemon. When Chespin tenses up just before landing a headbutt, the spikes on its head sharpen to points, piercing the enemy's body on contact.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Faye] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/scarletviolet/pokemon/new/133.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#133-Eevee, the Evolution Pokemon. Its genetic code is irregular. It may mutate if it is exposed to radiation from element stones.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=David] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/swordshield/pokemon/063.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#063-Abra, the Psi Pokemon. This Pokémon uses its psychic powers while it sleeps. The contents of Abra's dreams affect the powers that the Pokémon wields.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Regan] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/Shiny/SWSH/696.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#696-Tyrunt, the Royal Heir Pokemon. This Pokémon is selfish and likes to be pampered. It can also inflict grievous wounds on its Trainer just by playing around.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [hider=Vibing] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/scarletviolet/pokemon/new/635.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#635-Hydreigon, the Brutal Pokemon. Only the central head has a brain. It is very intelligent, but it thinks only of destruction. It's said that Hydreigon grew ferocious because people in times long past loathed it, considering it to be evil incarnate and attacking it relentlessly.[/color][/i][/center] [/hider] [color=ed1c24]"Now onto the phone itself. These are modified with state of the art military grade tech. You could be below the earth's crust and I'm certain you'd at least get three bars. The lab's phone number and all of your numbers are already installed to ensure you all are able to communicate with each other and myself. Other than that, they're just regular phones so do as you will with them."[/color] Kapoc rummaged through his oversized lab coat pockets and pulled out small sacks of something before he gently lobbed each one at the new trainers. [color=ed1c24]"Oh and take these as a bit of help."[/color] [center][i][color=6ecff6]Received 10x Pokeballs![/color][/i][/center] [color=ed1c24]"By the way, you guys aren't my only assistants. We had another group yesterday. They should still be around the city or close by. Anyway, I've done my part. If you have any questions about the league, ask Director Beck and Ms. Brand. Other than that, you are all dismissed."[/color] As the professor walked back to his lab, he placed a hand on Clarissa's shoulder and leaned in to whisper, [color=ed1c24]"Oh, and Clarissa, be careful about showing off. I really shouldn't be the one to tell you why."[/color] With that he was gone. Well, what do you do now? [hider=Grand Glory City] [center][img]https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1ipUVazDuK1RjSszdq6xGLpXaq/Anime-City-skyline-bollywood-street-car-photo-studio-background-High-quality-Computer-print-party-backdrop.jpg_Q90.jpg_.webp[/img] [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZaT0KitcEk&list=PLSa8jF45cfgt5WwuLj8X2PamaxpOFPwhM][h1]Grand Glory City[/h1][/url] [/center] Located on the north east of Evig facing the water, Grand Glory is quickly becoming one of the most populated cities within the region. The skyline is littered with buildings clawing at the sky though as one gets away from the center of the city they find themselves moving towards the suburbs. Once a haven for those displaced during the Cipher Crises, it is now a bustling center of trade and commerce thus the nickname, 'The City of New Beginnings'. Though because of the constantly increasing population there is always a demand for schools and housing and because of that there is always construction. It's one of the few constants of life within this city. That and that there are lots of Pokemon. Despite being a newer city, there is much to offer. It has the first newly established Trainer's School in the region, and it has a small park where trainers can catch Pokemon. There were others before, but they were destroyed during the Cipher Crisis and many were left closed due to a lack of new trainers afraid to embark on their own journeys. The Grand Glory Port has a marketplace with goods from all over the world and ferries. Of course, the League Administration's headquarters is located here and contains the lab of the young Pokemon Professor Kapoc. [/hider] [hider= Grand Glory: Known Pokemon] Common: Uncommon: Rare: [/hider] [hider=Connected Areas] Route 1- North Route 4- South [/hider] [hider=Suggested Actions] 1. Find Pokémon.[i] Can still search for Pokémon in towns and cities.[/i] 2. Talk. [i]In cities, there are considerably more people one can talk to. Specify what kind you’re looking for.[/i] 3. Exit. [i]Exit the town to any of the connected areas.[/i] 4. Specify. [i]If you specify what you want to do, the GM will take it into account and tell the result.[/i] 5. Trigger random event. [i]Force the GM to use his imagination to make a scenario for you.[/i] 6. Notable Buildings. [i]Visit any of the facilities of the city![/i] 6.1. Pokémon Center. [i]Heal all your Pokémon.[/i] 6.2. PokéMart. [i]Go to a store and buy things.[/i] 6.3. Gym. [i]???[/i] 6.4. Grand Glory Park. [i]A magnificent park perfect for beginning trainers[/i] 6.5. Sewers [i]Some things lurk beneath the city.[/i] 6.6. Trainer’s School. [i]Where young trainers study to become better.[/i] 6.7. League Administrator Headquarters. [i]You know you’re always welcome. Except in Kapoc's lab. He'll tell you to fuck off.[/i] 6.8. Grand Glory Harbor. It has a marketplace and ferries to places. 7. Familiar Faces. [i]Adriane, Kapoc, Evelyn, Director Beck, Jason, Faye, Stephanie, and... [/i] [/hider]