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Vivian absolutely hated hearing about how horrible her father was to Luci. the way her friend was describing how he did an entire vineyard and how she had to help him wasn’t the way to spend a summer vacation. Those three to four months, which entirely depended on how early or late of a start one got on it, was supposed to be spent with friends, with cute boys (or girls), with fun activities that bring a person joy. It was most certainly not supposed to be full of tedious gardening that would have been better left to a gardener.
As someone who empathized more than anyone else she knew, Vivian felt Luciana’s frustration and squeezed her friend’s hand. If nothing else, she wanted to make sure Luci knew that she was there for her.
“It was okay.”
Vivian was being modest. Her summer vacation was pretty fantastic, but she wasn’t sure if she wanted to tell Luciana. Part of her wanted to maybe change the subject altogether, but the usual look in her friend’s eye made the weakling to resistance Vivian Lucasta cave. She couldn’t say no to those gorgeous eyes of hers.
“All right, it was a little more than just okay,” she admitted out loud, looking down for a brief second before returning to Luci's gaze. “So, my mother surprised me that we were going to take a trip around the world. We managed to travel throughout all eight continents in just seven weeks. It was insane and a little hectic at times. Honestly, my favorite part was being able to see my uncle in Sweden. Swedish chocolate is so much better when it’s in ice cream form!” When it came to food, she could hardly keep her excitement levels steady.
“Oh, I’m just dandy!” Zestasia cheerfully replied in earnest to Carla, giving the older-looking woman a bright smile.
Zestasia Calore was a fighter. He could last days without taking so much of a moment’s rest. He was one of those people who had the added benefit of youthful energy and not taking much time to slow down by anyone or anything. He never let a little fatigue stop him. Plus, he had enough stored up light to rejuvenate his stamina if he needed to for one or two more bursts. So as far as being affected by the battle, sure he was a little worn out but nothing a good meal couldn’t fix.
And because he started thinking about food, the reality of the situation set in. No matter how much sunlight he took in and it healed his minor injuries, when Zestasia was hungry and was reminded that he hadn’t had a decent meal in god-knows how long, he was as weak as -- well, the rest of the group was right now. So, if it really was up for debate, that’s what he voted on. His mind and stomach both agree that a nice meal and maybe a hot bath is what the group needs.
Zestasia was going to suggest that, but then Etoli-Etolie--Eto had to start talking about a lot of things he wasn’t exactly aware of. A lot of the words were too complicated for him to keep track of. When she glanced his way, however, there was a feeling crawling through the depths of his empty stomach that it wasn’t a complimentary glance she gave him.
On the mention of suggestions, Zestasia’s stomach growled again. He frowned when he had a feeling that getting something to eat wasn’t on the table just yet. “So does this mean we can’t get something to eat first?” He knew the answer to that question and it only made him frown more and sink into a standing sulking position.
@Obscurus There are some characters from the OG OA, yes, but as far as canon is concerned, this is a brand new continuity.
And yes, it is, though if you don't think it's too much of a stretch, you can opt in for the son of Hades. Someone who had joined recently dropped, so that role would be open if you think you might want to.
Jax ⚡ The Crimson Bolt ⚡ 27, Male ⚡ Twinleaf Town, Sinnoh
Appearance:
Throughout his life, Jackson has always been criticized for his golden hair and eyes that tend to match it, if not a shade or two darker. But as he grew up he went from being too clean-cut to rocking a spiked style. When paired with a more muscular body, the scrawny kid from Twinleaf Town became a force to be reckoned with. And to say that he sprouted up is an understatement. As his best friend, fellow Twinleaf rival, and brother from another mother would vouch, in his teens, the then-4’11 Jax shot up nearly a foot and a half in one summer. Now a proud 6’3 and culminating over 250lbs of overall body mass, Jackson “Jax” Drake is not one to be trifled with, especially when it comes to hoodlums such as the now-defeated Team Plasma
There has always been a sense of comfort when it came to Jax’s approach to his outfits. As a new trainer, he usually sported a white T-shirt, red sweater hoodie, and black pants, but as the years went on, he matured his style until he was fairly certain what was his true identity. In addition to a muscular body, Jax became obsessed with showing off his goods. Something about pride and wanting to be complimented on it drove him to do away with the jacket altogether. He still wears black pants like he usually did, though he may be seen with blue jeans as a common substitute. As far as shirts are concerned, however, it’s sleeveless all day every day, babay! He also wears heavy-duty boots that are perfect for when he takes his summer vacations in the high alps of Mount Coronet.
During one of his training sessions, Jax’s Jolteon (on Jax's command to show he was one with his Pokemon), told Jolteon to shock him. It went as horribly wrong as one might imagine and the result of that was, at the time of this particular incident occurring, a nasty wound centered around his right eye. Surprisingly, he didn’t lose any permanent use of that eye. He was blind for about a year and his constant reminder of that fateful day is a lightning-shaped scar above and below his eye. Aside from that, he has a black tribal tattoo on his left arm.
Personality:
“Never judge people from how they appear.”
A sentiment that couldn’t be any truer than when thinking about Jax. He is the embodiment of there being more than the borderline-arrogant, confident man who favors over-the-top theatrics and passion than modesty. He is the sort of person who has always been high on energy, which has almost been at the point of being too much for people to handle. Whether it was the lightning bolt he took from his Luxray or the number of times he has been hit in the head, there’s no denying that Jax can make any melancholy situation light-hearted with his electric feels.
Now, don’t get anything twisted. His high energy doesn’t mean he is without compassion. In fact, since he has such a bold presence might indicate that he feels more than anyone else in the Elite Four, because it’s true! He might be the first to annoy his fellow Elitists but he is also the first one to be there when they need a friend. He, along with his childhood friend Bryan, is also the first one to be on the frontlines in any regionalized threat, such as the past problem with Team Plasma. This is just a sign of his hero complex. And sometimes that resulted in him missing out on getting badges before his friends/rivals. Nevertheless, he made it to where he was meant to be!
Short Biography:
From the moment he could muster up a single thought, Jax’s life had always centered around Pokemon. It was as predictable as one might assume: grow up in a world with pokemon and you’re gonna want to explore said world as much as possible. And that’s what Jax did, but he wasn’t alone in this. He had traveling companions but above all else, he had a childhood friend who always pushed him whenever he pushed just a little too hard. They fought, they went on pre-trainer adventures in the tall grass even though they shouldn’t have, and when the time came for them to venture off on their own adventures, they became Pokemon Trainers.
For a couple of years -- well, more or less seven years -- Jax was active in the Pokemon League scene. He went to the gyms, collected the badges, persued the dream like all did to become the Pokemon Champion. Though he never got the championship itself, his losses taught him a valuable lesson: he was never done being a student. So, at the advice of his mentor, a former Elite Four member from the Hoenn region, Jax decided to travel for a few years. He went anywhere and everywhere: Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Unova. Anywhere he could to discover new things about himself, he did them; and he would say he was better for it.
Sometime in his early-20s, now a seasoned veteran and a second-place participant of the Silver Conference, Jax returned home a different man. Those who might remember him wouldn’t recognize him. He was skinny when he left to journey the other regions, but having fought foreign enemies, made foreign friends, and caught and seen Pokemon he only heard in stories, the man who returned home was ready to give it one final shot. With a team comprised of Pokemon from all over, Jax made one final attempt at the Pokemon League. Gym after Gym, he obtained the badges and fought whoever wanted to challenge him. Then came the time. At the prime age of twenty-four, he didn’t do it but experience and skill paved the way for Jackson Drake, the Bolt of Sinnoh, to be granted admission into the most Elite of the Sinnoh region: The Elite Four. With his powerhouse team that was equal parts power and speed, a new man was brought to the region.
Jax Drake had made it.
“Let’s have a shockingly good time!”
Pokemon:
Name: Blaze Species: Infernape Gender: Male Ability: Blaze - Enhances fire-type moves. Appearance: No unique features. Personality: Blaze is what you would call a pokemon who acts long before thinking, which Jax was the same when he had Blaze. Both are bold, both are impatient, and both will fight until they can't any longer. So obviously his oldest pokemon is the truest representation of Jax. Hasty, Bold, Rash Move Set: Sword Dance - Learned through ™ as Monferno. Close Combat - Learned through natural evolution as Infernape Fire Punch - Learned through ™ as Infernape Flare Blitz- Learned through natural evolution as Infernape
Name: Elektra Species: Jolteon Gender: Female Ability: Volt Absorb - Absorbs all eletric-type moves that boost special attack and mildly heal overall health. Appearance: Has a dark yellow coat of fur instead of the yellow lighter shade most Jolteon has (but it's not a shiny). Personality: [Give a couple of adjectives that describe the Pokemon] Despite being an electric-type, Elektra is quite calm and mild-mannered. She also is quite timid and might not engage like most Jolteons. She's also pretty modest despite being one of Jax's strongest pokemon, but she's proud too. So there's that. Move Set: Agility - Learned through natural evolution as Jolteon Wild charge - Learned through natural evolution as Jolteon Double Team - Learned through TM Shadow Ball - Learned through TM
Name: Ripper Species: Skarmory Gender: Male Ability: Keen Eye - Prevents accuracy from being impaired and also ignores the foe's general evasiveness capabilities. Appearance: No unique features or changes from other Skarmory. Personality: Ripper is energetic and loud and quite brave. He is equally adamant, which is another way of saying he's quite stubborn but he responds well to Jax's commands, so it is always obeying his command (aka docile). Move Set: Metal Sound - Learned through natural evolution. Steel Wing - Learned through TM Sandstorm - Learned through TM Night Slash - Learned through natural evolution.
Name: Raina Species: Gliscor Gender: Female Ability: Hyper Cutter - Pokemon is immune to strength/attack reduction. Appearance: Queen's armor is almost a lavender color as opposed to the male's deeper purple shade. Personality: To be quite frank, Queen is very lazy and rarely wants to do anything, though that doesn't mean she isn't capable. She's fiercely powerful and equally proud of her strength when she wants to be. She is definitely an extension of Jax's own pride in himself. As a result, there's a part of her who can act quite mischievous while bordering on impish. Move Set: Earthquake - Learned through TM Sky Uppercut - Learned through natural evolution as Gliscor Toxic - Learned through TM Taunt - Learned through TM
Name: Polo Species: Poliwrath Gender: Male Ability: Water Absorb - Absorbs all water-type moves and heals itself from damage taken. Appearance: No differences whatsoever from other Poliwrath. Personality: Polo is a bit of a loner and when approached, he can be a bit nasty to others. Jax is the only one it is calm near, but otherwise it will fight those it has been near for years. Unless given a command, it will stick to its own devices, but when in battle, Polo is hardy and refuses to give up. Some call it foolish but other might just say it's adamant on winning. Move Set: Focus Blast - Learned through TM Ice Beam - Learned through TM Poison Jab - Learned through TM Scald - Learned through TM
Name: Thor Species: Electivire Gender: Male Ability: Motor Drive - Electric-type damage increases speed. Appearance:
Personality: Thor's somewhat of a comedian. He's very showy in that he takes after Jax in liking to gloat a bit. Safe to say, it's not very modest and quite proud of its own strength. In a fight, much like Blaze and Polo, it's quite brave and stubborn. It has the same light that refuses to go out that is a mutual trait that is shared with Jax and the rest of his team. Move Set: Thunder - Learned through natural evolution as Electibuzz Flamethrower - Learned through TM Ice Punch - Learned through TM Electric Terrain - Learned through natural Evolution as Electivire
Summary: If at first you don't succeed, try and try again.
Other:
Jax is proficient in martial arts.
Regularly goes rock climbing.
His usually unstable pokemon follow him because he leads with example.
Has a particular lean towards those energy drinks over natural beverages
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