And everyone got a ding from the Rotom Phone of the group photo taken by Faye. Anyway. [color=2e2c2c].[/color] [@Lunarlord34] Well, Kapoc was [i]supposed[/i] to leave, but he was stopped by the red head who asked him a question and... What on God's green Earth was this girl saying? He was just trying to get back to his office, but instead he was being verbally and mentally assaulted by this [i]thing.[/i] Was his head beginning to hurt? The professor placed his fingers on a vein to check if he was having a stroke before he looked at Adriane right over Steph's shoulder, the champ held her own laughter back at his bewilderment. [i][color=ed1c24]Did she seriously...?[/color][/i] However, that was the less pressing issue. The more that Steph spoke, the more he could feel his braincells commit suicide. [color=ed1c24]"Yes, yes, it's mine! Ye God's girl, personal space!"[/color] The professor stepped back to get some reprieve from the being known as Stephanie as if any bit of distance protected him from her distinct way of speaking. [color=ed1c24]"I am not telling you where it is and that is for more your sake and believe me, even if I told you, it would do you no good."[/color] He sighed and scratched the back of his neck, his lab jacket's sleeve slid back just enough to reveal scars. They looked very old and very large as if his arms had repeat deep gashes dug into his arm. Strangely enough, they followed a circular pattern as if something clamped down on his arm and it clamped down [i]hard[/i]. [color=ed1c24]"Seriously, don't get a Pokemon just because it's 'cool.' It's irresponsible."[/color] [color=2e2c2c].[/color] [@Crusader Lord] Because Kapoc was still there, he was still around when Clarissa asked about the sewers. [color=ed1c24]"I mean, it's mainly a breeding ground for Grimer, Trubbish, and Rattata though those Grimer and Rattata are of the Alolan variant. We brought the Grimer from Alola, but the Rattata are more of an invasive species though they seem to prefer to remain in the sewers until night."[/color] Adrianne chimed in. [color=e0b143]"Oh, I did hear something in passing. Apparently, someone can hear something crying. Beyond that, there must be some other things that have made its home down there that we aren't aware of either."[/color] [color=f7941d]"I'm more curious if any of the original fauna still remain or were completely displaced by the city's construction."[/color] The director mused. [color=2e2c2c].[/color] [@Joshua Tamashii][@CitrusArms][@Sanguine Rose][@Shazamrock][@Zapdos] The three adults' attention were turned to Nils challenging David. [color=ed1c24]"Do not battle in my lab! If you're gonna battle, then do it [i]anywhere[/i] else!"[/color] A shadow loomed over him as his Hydreigon hover behind him with a gaze that would make even the bravest of trainer's blood run cold. Director Beck, however, stepped between the professor and his upstart aides. [color=f7941d]"Ah, yeah please don't battle in here. Actually, I am really sorry to cut this short, but we have a meeting."[/color] [color=e0b143]"My money is on the- Wait, what?"[/color] Adriane turned to Director Beck with a pleading expression. [color=e0b143] Is there no way I can get out of it?"[/color] A hand was placed on the shoulder, and she was dragged off by the director. [color=f7941d]"Not at all! Now come on! We've got a budget meeting to attend to!"[/color] [color=e0b143]"Noooooooooooooooo!"[/color] And then her protests were instantly cut off by the automatic glass door. The silence was then broken by the loud slurp of Kapoc drinking from his mug. [color=ed1c24]"I do not envy her. Well, anyway, you guys can seriously all leave now. Chop, chop, get to it. Seize the day and whatever. Oh, and Clarissa, remember what I said. Bye."[/color] And Kapoc went back to his lab. When they walked through the lab to get back to the lobby, they would see the professor sitting by a computer typing away with a new coffee mug that said, 'Unless you're dying, leave me alone.' Needless to say, if they were to bother him then there was a Hydreigon that would have been happy to escort any annoying stragglers. [hr] Well, off to the beginning of their journey. Whoever decided to leave the lab were once again greeted by the bustling streets of Grand Glory and would walk through the sidewalks trickling with a never-ending flow of people going about their business. Buildings were being constructed among already towering skyscrapers, which meant construction was everywhere. Roads were either closed or congested wile parts of sidewalks had scaffolding to protect people from any potential objects falling from above. Electronic street signs showed advertisements for products, some for things as mundane as Pokeballs and some more glamorous with models that most likely came from her hometown of Evertide. Unless they came from a small town or some backwater ditch, then this place made them look tiny and limp by comparison. In other words, a typical city. Besides the human residents of the city, there were wild Pokemon as well! Well, at least the ones that could immediately be seen. Everywhere Evelyn went he would see little birds looking about, sitting on street lampposts and electrical cables that were strewn above. In this case, it seemed like there were two types of Flying-Types that were in competition to get the most food. [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/swordshield/pokemon/016.png[/img][/center] [color=6ecff6][i][center]Pokedex Entry #016- 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. [/center][/i][/color] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/swordshield/pokemon/519.png[/img][/center] [color=6ecff6][i][center]Pokedex Entry #519-Pidove, the Tiny Pidgeon Pokemon. Where people go, these Pokémon follow. If you're scattering food for them, be careful— several hundred of them can gather at once. It's forgetful and not very bright, but many Trainers love it anyway for its friendliness and sincerity. [/center][/i][/color] Besides the birds, there were also some felines just lazing about that took advantage of the food offerings that humans gave them and otherwise would just be looting. [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/scarletviolet/pokemon/new/052.png[/img][/center] [color=6ecff6][i][center]Pokédex Entry #052 – Meowth, the Scratch Cat Pokémon. During the night Meowth are known to sneak around stealthily in search of prey and shiny objects which it adores with a passion. During the day, Meowth is known to laze around all day. In the dark, its eyes glow. [/center][/i][/color] Then there were scurrying rat Pokemon that seemed to be the prey of the Meowth when they felt like hunting. [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/swordshield/pokemon/019.png[/img][/center] [color=6ecff6][i][center]Pokédex Entry #019 – Rattata, the Mouse Pokémon. This Pokémon is common but hazardous. Its sharp incisors can easily cut right through hard wood. Its incisors grow continuously throughout its life. If its incisors get too long, this Pokémon becomes unable to eat, and it starves to death. [/center][/i][/color] [hr] [@Crimson Flame][@Zarkun][@Xaltwind] For those who were going to a park, after a leisurely walk or maybe a bus ride because public transportation was a thing, they would arrive. It would be more accurate to say they arrived at [i]the[/i] park. While there were tiny parks in other areas of the city, when people talked about parks when visiting the city there was only one that mattered. Once they walked past fences made of pale bricks of stone and wrought iron, she was greeted by an expanse of nature curated by people. [hider=Welcome to...] [center][img]https://i.pinimg.com/736x/ec/75/43/ec7543d308119aa0bd1353c08d478707.jpg[/img] [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uP7ngN9Uy1I][h1]Grand Glory National Park[/h1][/url] [/center] In the middle of the regular hustle and bustle of the city was a park, vast in size and meticulously maintained, right in the center of it all. It was a slice of nature, an escape of the traffic, the big flashy displays of advertisement, and of buildings crowding the streets. At least until one were to look up and look up and see the surrounding skyline of the city though one could always just pretend that they weren't there. However, there was more to do than just take a reprieve from the life of a city. The large lake that sat in the middle of the park was lined with fishermen spending their time sitting around waiting a Pokemon to take a bite of their line though some with greater success than others. There were some people riding pedal boats as well out on the lake. There were stalls, one for obtaining fishing equipment and one to go out on the lake in those boats. On the land, people were around taking in the cleaner air. Some picnicked, some painted the scenery, some used the park as a shortcut, and some hung around watching street performers. There were even some trainers battling in areas outlined in white paint where they were allowed to battle. It was not just people of course but wild Pokemon too that made their home in this park just as much as the people that lived in Grand Glory making it a perfect starting area for any new aspiring trainer trying to become stronger or expand their team. Of course, one could not forget the Trainer's School that was established right there in the park in last few years. Those who wish to brush their knowledge on Pokemon were always welcomed, but theory was useless without putting it into practice. This is definitely the place to put it into practice. Beyond the usual critters that one could find about in the city, there were other Pokemon that could be observed immediately. Blue little birds floated along the surface of the lake with big googly eyes. Not a single thought seemed to be going on behind their eyes. [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/scarletviolet/pokemon/new/580.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#580-Ducklett, the Water Bird Pokemon. It strengthens its body by diving into the depths of ponds, swimming around while looking for bog moss to eat. It's not very good at flying yet.[/color][/i][/center] On land there were these cute funny round creatures with a brown fur broken up by the cream-colored circle on its belly and the black rings on their massive tails. They looked around their environments with cautiousness. [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/scarletviolet/pokemon/new/161.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#161-Sentret, the Scout Pokemon. This Pokémon is extremely cautious. Its supple tail is well muscled and firm to the touch.[/color][/i][/center] [hider= Grand Glory National Park: Known Pokemon] Common: #016 - Pidgey #019 – Rattata #052 – Meowth #161 - Sentret (Park Only) #519 - Pidove #580 - Ducklett (Park Only) 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. Seek trainers. [i]There should be some trainers among those walking back and forth in the area.[/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. Area Specific. [i]Trainer’s School. Where young trainers study to become better. Fisherman's Stall. A place to get equipment to fish. Pedal Boat Stand. Rent one out to go out onto the water[/i] [/hider] [/hider] [hr] [@baraquiel][@Gremlin] Ding ding ding! Random event created by the GM at the request of Baraquiel! As Archie the aspiring young hero and Audrey the aspiring rock star got back on the streets, the two of them heard the shrill sound of an elderly woman screaming, "Help! Help! That man stole my purse!" Neither of them would need to look very hard to see an old woman dressed very much like a wealthy socialite screaming until she was red in the face. [hider=The old woman] [img]https://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/4/44/VSMadame_BDSP.png[/img] [/hider] In fact, they did not have to look very hard for the thief as they could see someone sprinting off down the sidewalk full speed as people in their confusion or trying to not get shoved or collide with the thief gave way to them. However, both Archie and Audrey were still reasonably close enough that if they rushed after the man then they could at least stop him in his tracks as long as they were smart.