[@baraquiel][@GremlinAgain] [b]"Neil, please, just call me Neil."[/b] He said, clearly a bit uncomfortable with the formality he was being treated with. [b]"And no, not that I know of, and I doubt it's a Pokemon. Whoever got in had to know the code, which should be impossible since only my wife and I know it. That and the other question is how they found out and how they've been avoiding all of the security cameras around the ranch. It's top of the line stuff."[/b] Oddly enough, he looked insecure. His arms were crossed together, and his brow was furrowed as if he was trying to wrack his brains together though there was definitely something that he was worrying about. It was reasonable considering the situation though it was odd behavior. Archie was used to seeing his parent's act, pretending to be something that they were not, so he could see that there was something else to this man's worries. It was as if he was hiding something. However, there was something else. Bravos would see something glistening in the light around one of the lower-level incubator handles, just small enough that even if someone was looking for it, they would not be able to find it easily. Something... pink? It was a bit gloopy, for lack of a better word. Something [i]was[/i] in here before. [hr] [@Goggy] Sabine pondered on Vivian's question for a moment. [color=#a32f1d]"I know outside of Nexus is the Alabaster Ruins though if you're really into learning about the region's history maybe you want to check out King's Cross at some point? It's the oldest city in the region. What do you recommend?"[/color] She looked towards Connor. He looked as if he was wracking his brain to see what he could think of, scratching his chin in thought. [color=0072bc]"Well, Rubycrest Desert is more my neck of the woods, and I know for a fact that there's something hiding beneath those sands. Could check out the Shattered Tower too, now that's a weird place from what I've heard."[/color] His eyes widened as if something just clicked in his head and he snapped his finger. [color=0072bc]"Actually, you may want to start in Starbor. You've probably never heard of this since you're not from here, but supposedly Starbor Forest is home to what some folks call the 'Forest Deity."[/color] [color=#a32f1d]"Huh, that's news to me."[/color] Sabine commented. Connor grinned as if he got one up on her and continued. [color]"Long ago in ancient times, there was a calamitous fire that razed forests and villages into simply ash. In the aftermath, when everything was already lost both people and Pokemon prayed for a miracle, anything to save them. Their prayers were answered by what is known as The Forest Deity, who raised the forest that we see today from the ground and taught man how to live alongside with its creation, hence the village."[/color] He vaguely gestured to the towering woods that stretched to the sky. [color=0072bc]"There is apparently a shrine dedicated to the Deity, but the truth is that no one has ever seen it. Frankly, I think it's a load of bunk. You'd think someone would have found it by now."[/color] The cowboy shrugged as if to dismiss the idea entirely. Sabine grinned and said, [color=#a32f1d]"Ye of little faith. I'm surprised that you even know that one. You've been holding out on me."[/color] [color=0072bc]"Hey, I'm from here! I ought to know a few folk legends."[/color] He exclaimed. He focused back on Vivan and said, [color=0072bc]"But you should talk to locals, chances are you'll learn something that'll point you in the right direction though be careful. Sometimes people will tell you some wild stuff."[/color] [color=#a32f1d]"Are you talking about the fisherman that said he saw someone fall out of the sky?"[/color] [color=0072bc]"Yeah, absolute raving lune. He's probably still around here if you're interested."[/color] Well, what does Vivian want to do? Connected Areas: Grand Glory City Starbor Forest [hider=Suggested Actions] 1. Find Pokémon. [i]Can be specified what kind of Pokémon is being searched for, and how you search.[/i] 2. Train Pokémon. [i]With this command, we can jump ahead in time and skip posting about grinding.[/i] 3. Seek trainers. [i]There should be some trainers among those walking back and forth in the area or some fisherman wanting a brawl.[/i] 4. Talk. [i]There’s plenty of travellers around. Maybe seek answers to any burning questions you have.[/i] 5. Move along. [i]Move along normally, letting any events that may come happen naturally.[/i] 6. Hurry along. [i]Intentionally avoid confrontations and try to get safely to the next destination.[/i] 7. Specify. [i]If you specify what you want to do, the GM will take it into account and tell the result.[/i] 8. Trigger random event. [i]Force the GM to use his imagination to make a scenario for you.[/i] 9. Area Specific: Mysterious Ruins. [i]Of unknown origin, ancient markings on them.[/i] [/hider] [hider=Route 4, Known Pokemon] Common: #074-Geodude #194-Wooper #399-Bidoof #580-Ducklett Uncommon: #231-Phanphy #270-Lotad #343-Baltoy (Ru #562-G-Yamask (Ruins) Rare: [/hider] [hr] [@Sanguine Rose] Faye would get the strong feeling that she has seen this woman somewhere before though she would have to push it to the side for now as she was in her first ever battle with a wild Pokemon. Sage slammed himself against the Espurr with the entirety of its body weight and thanks to catching it completely off guard, they dealt a critical hit. The Espurr was sent rolling along the ground and looked up just in time to see a cloud of dust kicked towards its way. It jumped out of the way in time to avoid the Sand Attack though it looked quite weakened already if Faye wished to catch it. The woman looked quite surprised by the sudden appearance of Faye though grateful. [color=#34afe3]"I, uh, yes. I am..."[/color] She glanced down to see a Snubbul tugging at the hem of her pants with a big grin on its face. The woman looked like she was ready to scold the Pokemon. [color=#34afe3]"And I see you found the runaway."[/color] She murmured though when she returned to focus on the fight, she yelled, [color=#34afe3]"Hey, watch out!"[/color] With a surprising burst of speed, the Espurr appeared in front of Sage thanks to a handy dandy move called Fake out and right before Sage thought it was going to be struck, the psychic-type's paws clapped together instead of striking the Eevee. This thought would cause Sage to flinch, and this was quickly followed up by a swipe from the Espurr's claws. How does Faye react? [hr] [@Joshua Tamashii][@Shazamrock][@Crusader Lord][@Azure Bubbles] While Nils and Clarissa conversed quickly, the detective spoke to the boy. While some would expect him to be leaping for joy, he seemed more bothered than celebratory. [color=#a1f542]"Hm... So, you're unrelated to everything else then. Alright kid let's get you back home."[/color] He focused on the two kids and smiled at them. [color=#a1f542]"Thanks for the help kids, and Nils, if you need anything you always have my card. I definitely owe you a solid for this."[/color] With that, he gave them a wave as they traversed their way out of the sewers. After climbing up from the depths and pushing a manhole cover off, they were back on the surface. Fresh air filled their lungs, or at least as much fresh air anyone could get in a city. As they walked through the city, people and Pokemon gave them a wide berth because for lack of a better term, they smelled of sewage. They reeked of pure unfettered shit. Eventually they found the Pokemon Center that Amelia was staying in. They entered the red roofed building with a big standard Pokeball hologram floating above the sliding glass doors and found themselves in a lobby for a comfortable cafe or motel, filled with friendly and comfortable furniture that trainers of all skill levels were welcomed. One would have imagined it to be much more sterile as it was a place to heal Pokemon, but it was so much more than that. There was a dining area on one side and near the back of the building were accommodations for any trainer needing to rest their weary head and have a bath because Arceus above some of you are going to need it big time. Of course, there was a section where various PCs were lined up ready to be used to withdraw and deposit Pokemon to and fro their designated storage space. In your case, Kapoc's lab and in that wide open space where they had received teir starters. Of course, there was the all-important Nurse Joy standing at her station with her ever-pleasant smile, ever present in every Pokemon Center across Evig. Was it the same Nurse Joy or a different one? Don't ask questions you don't want to know the answer to. [hider=Nurse Joy] [img]https://i.pinimg.com/736x/77/d6/7d/77d67db4553df695c9aaff72cbb07414.jpg[/img] [/hider] Next to the Nurse Joy station was another counter top that just had a sign that said [i]Move Tutors returning soon![/i] Approaching the station, Nurse Joy gave her an upbeat smile and said, [color=f49ac2]"Welcome to the-"[/color] The smell hit the Nurse Joy like a baseball to a window. [color=f49ac2]"Showers, now."[/color] This was not a request; it was a demand. [hr] [@Xaltwind] ...Evelyn, it's Starbor. Like Star and Arbor. Starbor. Coincidentally, a kind of kale too. Anyway! Approaching a random stranger, she asked where she could sell her mushrooms. "Huh, oh you'd need to go to the Starscaper layer for that. A Kalosian restaurant called Le Champignon has a head chef that tries to source wild mushrooms. You can get up there with the gondolas." Thank you, random citizen. Well, there was only one thing to do then. It wasn't hard to find the gondolas; all that anyone had to do was to look up and the follow the ones heading downwards from above or just head a kiosk and ask. Either way, Evelyn would find herself at a gondola station with a crowd of people. It was basically like train station with benches lined up and arrival and departure timings listed on a holographic screen that hovered on the walkway. Eventually, a yellow gondola with a red roof like one would find for a ski lift arrived except it was about the size of a bus. Inside the cart one could either stand and hold onto the poles and railings to keep themselves in place or if one was lucky enough, they could grab one of seats that lined against the windows. There was no conductor or even a person in there, it all seemed to be automated by computers. A woman's voice from a speaker inside the gondola said the doors would be closing and Evelyn would watch as she was being lifted up into the air. Over the course of the ride, she would get to see the other layers of the village, people going about their days on these wooden platforms many stories high above the ground as if it was nothing. Then again, she too was now many stories high above the ground as well. Occasionally, a gust of wind would gently rock the gondola along the cables it rode though no one inside reacted. Eventually, the gondola came to a gentle halt and doors slid open. [hider=You have arrived at...] [center][img]https://i.pinimg.com/564x/48/89/4d/48894d54366f0fca5dd532e08064e3cd.jpg[/img][/center] [center][h1]Starbor Village[/h1][/center] [center][h2]Starscraper District[/h2][/center] Upon the very top of the canopy of Starbor Village was its Starscraper District. By comparison to the lower layers, it felt more modern, more commercial. Solar panel farms lined the tops of many buildings, powering the village on this layer and below. One would get the best view of the region up there though the best time every be up here is when the sun is setting and when it is rising. A place filled to the brim with just about anything to keep your interest with both villagers and tourists going about their own business though many would try their best to get the best view on top of the Elder Tree, the tallest tree in the village where people go to its observational deck to get a view of East Evig. Beyond beautiful views, there was also the Battle Square where trainers test their might against one another for bragging rights and reputation. If that does not tickle one's fancy, one could go to the ornate Contest Hall for any aspiring Coordinators. Oh yeah, the gym is here too. An impressive stadium attached to particularly large branch from the Elder Tree. Given how high up the district is, it is a decent place to find some Pokemon flying about and of course there were still some that made their homes in the trees where the buildings rested on. [center] [img]https://i.imgur.com/R2f83hc.png?1[/img] [color=6ecff6][i]Starly, the Starling Pokemon. They flock in great numbers. Though small, they flap their wings with great power. Usually with a large flock, it is barely noticeable when alone. Its cries are very strident.[/i][/color] [/center] [center] [img]https://i.imgur.com/3Zktsny.png?1[/img] [color=6ecff6][i]Pikipek, the Woodpecker Pokemon. It pecks at trees with its hard beak. You can get some idea of its mood or condition from the rhythm of its pecking. It may look spindly, but its neck muscles are heavy-duty. It can peck at a tree 16 times per second![/i][/color] [/center] There were also these acorn like Pokemon that made their home on the branches as well. [center] [img]https://i.imgur.com/AWY1cx9.png?1[/img] [color=6ecff6][i]Seedot, the Acorn Pokemon. If it remains still, it looks just like a real nut. It delights in surprising foraging Pokémon. It attaches itself to a tree branch using the top of its head. Strong winds can sometimes make it fall.[/i][/color] [/center] Eventually, Evenlyn would find the restaurant. It was very Kalosian restaurant, a Brasserie, something that was more casual than fine dining, but fancier than a bistro. The sight of a trainer like Evelyn was a bit unusual though that was more likely because she was a child and this place definitely was not a cheap eat. For the sake of brevity, upon informing the servers that she had mushrooms to sell the head chef was brought out. He too also looked very Kalosian to point one could have considered them a stereotype. For the sake of brevity, 3x tiny mushrooms and 1x big mushroom would net Evelyn 6,500P. It turns out that getting your hands dirty did pay. So, now what? [i]Connected Areas[/i] Starbor Forest. [i]A forest filled with ungodly huge trees and many secrets.[/i] Lake Charity. [i]A massive body of water. Used to travel between Starbor Village, Valstille City, and Florasong Town.[/i] Blue Lichen Cave. [i]South of Starbor Village. [/i] [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. Kiosk. [i]Great place to ask for directions.[/i] 6.5. Battle Square [i]A place for trainers to battle to win bragging rights and be crowned King of the Battle Square. Good place for gossip too.[/i] 6.6. Elder Tree [i]The tallest and largest tree in the village. Has a look out at the top where you can see a large portion of Eastern Evig.[/i] 6.7. General Places [i]Theatres, restaurants, bars, and whatever else you feel like wasting your money on![/i] 6.7.1 Le Champignon [i]A restaurant that buys mushrooms for a high price[/i] 6.8. Contests [i]For when you want to show off how good you and your Pokemon look. Popular all over Evig.[/i] 7. Gondolas. [i]Take a cart to help you get around the village. Earthbound Layer, the Scholar District, the Market District[/i] [/hider] [hider=Starbor Village] Common: #273-Seedot #396-Starly #731-Pikipek Uncommon: Rare: [/hider] [/hider] [hr] [@Lunarlord34] [b]"Believe me kid, you'll know it when you see it."[/b] Was all the fisherman said before he casted his rod back into the sea. Siegfriend, Freya, and Asta exchanged numbers with Steph because for some reason, their numbers were not included in her phone even though the group she was part of today all had each other's phone numbers. Weird. Upon being offered to hang around while she fished, Asta gave her an awkard look. [color=#288055]"Ah, well I don't really have the patience for fishing, and he just follows me wherever I go. If you're heading your way down to Route 4, we'll probably bump into each other again at some point. Be seeing ya babes and hey, maybe next time I'll get to battle you. Siggy too![/color] She finished off with a big grin on her face. [color=#b30300]"Till me meet again."[/color] He bowed to both of them respectfully and then with Asta by his side walked off. Freya looked at Steph and said, [color=ed145b]"I, uh, I guess I'll hang around. Don't really have a travelling companion like that... or anything like that to be honest."[/color] Never before had Freya felt painfully single until this very moment. She sat down with Steph and pulled out her own fishing rod to kill the time too. And with that Steph was fishing... Yup, so exciting. A whole bunch of bloody nothing. What the hell was the GM thinking giving this kind of boring, bloody-? The bob on the fishing line tugged downwards! Something was on the line! Steph began to tug upwards, drawing the line above the water and she found a...! [hider=The catch!] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/scarletviolet/pokemon/new/129.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#129-Magikarp, the Fish Pokemon. It is virtually worthless in terms of both power and speed. It is the weakest and most pathetic Pokémon in the world.[/color][/i][/center] ...If you want to you can catch it. It won't put up a fight. It's just hanging there. [/hider] Well one could always try again! ... [hider=Subsequent tries] [img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img][img]https://www.serebii.net/xy/pokemon/129.png[/img] [/hider] Also, she ended up fishing up a rubber boot. Not a pair. Just a single rubber boot. Alright so maybe she had really bad luck. Maybe she used all of it up with her battle with Jean? Well, the bob once again and this time... Oh thank fucking god the GM can stop rolling the die. [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/swordshield/pokemon/223.png[/img] [i][color=6ecff6]#223-Remoraid, the Jet Pokemon. The water they shoot from their mouths can hit moving prey from more than 300 feet away. Using its dorsal fin as a suction pad, it clings to a Mantine's underside to scavenge for leftovers.[/color][/i][/center] It was fished to the surface and... how the fuck was it floating above the ground? It was swimming in the air. Not flying, swimming. You know what, don't question it. While it was really at a type-disadvantage since it could only do not very effective damage, Glory was a Wimpod. They're made a glass bones and paper skin and for some reason Remoraid knew Water Pulse at level 4. However, repeated Struggle Bugs did wear down on it enough that Steph could reliably throw a Pokeball at it. It rolled once... It rolled twice... It rolled thrice! [hider=Result] [color=6ecff6][i][center]Steph caught a Remoraid![/center][/i][/color] [center][img]https://www.serebii.net/swordshield/pokemon/223.png[/img][/center] [center] [b]Gender:[/b] ♀ [b]Type:[/b] Water [b]Personality:[/b] (Up to player.) [b]Quirks/Talents/Aspirations/Other:[/b] (Up to player.) [b]Level:[/b] 4 [b]Moves:[/b] Water Gun, Helping Hand, Water Pulse [b]Ability:[/b] Moody [i]At the end of every turn, a random stat (except Accuracy and Evasion) is raised by two stages while another is lowered by one stage.[/i] [b]Held Item:[/b] [b]Health and Status:[/b] Currently at low hp [color=6ecff6][i][center]New Pokémon caught! Steph earned 1000P! Would she like to Nickname it?[/center][/i][/color] [/center] [/hider] [color=ed145b]"...Did it really take you thirty tries to catch a Remoraid?"[/color] Freya asked incredulously. Now what? [hider= Grand Glory Harbor: Known Pokemon] Common: #016 - Pidgey #019 – Rattata #052 – Meowth #129 -Magikarp (Fishing) #278-Wingull (Harbor Only) #519 - Pidove Uncommon: #223 - Remoraid (Fishing) 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 Locations. [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. Harbor Marketplace. [i]Shop for various items. Selection changes weekly.[/i] 6.4. Harbor Battle Circle.[i] Earn some bragging rights.[/i] 6.6. Fishing Stall. [i]A place to get fishing equipment[/i] 6.7. Shady Stall. [i]A deal of lifetime claimed by some obvious charlatan.[/i] 7. Notable person. [i]A grumpy fisherman complaining about today's youth.[/i] [/hider]