Balthazar007

Pokemon: Prime

Professor Eugine's Lab

...Hearing the bright hum from beneath the monitor, Rin snatched the freshly formed Pokéball, and showed off their own toothy smile as they ran past the two into the wintery white of outisde. Throwing their pokéball not too high but way too far into the air ahead of them, Rin roared enthusiastically; letting the words slip from their mouth just like they'd dreamed...
@Cerces22

@Metamore

'Of course' Professor Eugene thought to himself. Rin grew up with Ms. Mary after all. Of course they would choose a water type. Fortunately for that Liz girl, neither Pokemon would be able to start right out with any specialty typed moves. In other words, the Tododile wouldn't yet know how to use any water moves against the Chimchar. So for now, their battle could go either way.

The professor chuckled to himself as Rin ran out the door after their opponent. Once they were gone however, it was back to work. After all, it's not like labs take vacations in between visits from Pokemon trainers. There is always more work to be done.

Bonus Info: Please Read

Remember, the both of you, your Pokedex also serves as a communication device. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call Professor Eugene. His is the only number pre-programmed into the device.

Pokemon: Prime

@balthazar007

I am going to go check out that showdown site now so I know best how to navigate

@Cerces22

Good. Oh, and also! Don't give your Pokemon any items on showdown. You have to earn those within the RP first.

Pokemon: Prime

@Cerces22@Metamore

Keep in mind, if the two of you want to battle, you can do so at any time within the confines of Pokemon Showdown. Just schedule a time IRL that you could both be online. When you do that however, make sure that your Pokemon are set to the correct level and have move sets according to what your Pokemon could actually learn through leveling up. Look your Pokemon up in Bulbapedia for this.

Also, build your Pokemon teams within the 'Anything Goes' format.

Also, you cannot use hidden abilities; only use regular abilities.

After you two battle (if you choose to battle that is) then you can summarize the battle within the IC thread. Make sure that you are both on the same day and time (in the RP) so that it makes sense. Right now would be great, as you are both on the same day and time. But in the future, your days and times may not align. Just be aware of that.

Finally, provide the link provided at the end of your battle so that others can watch a replay of your battle. After watching the replay, I will increase the levels of all Pokemon that appeared in the battle.

Pokemon: Prime

Professor Eugine's Lab

"Hello, little buddy, I am going to be your new trainer. What do you think of the nickname Hephaestus??" She asked the young Pokemon, Chimchar thought for a moment and than began jumping excitedly at the new name. She than turned to Rin with a crooked grin. "We will be waiting for you outside, choose wisely, else I will be champion before you." She walked out the door with Hephaestus close on her heels, a slight sway to her hips.
@metamore

@Cerces22

Professor Eugene leaned against a counter as he watched the two at the computer. Fond memories of receiving his first Pokemon (Snivy) came to mind. It had long since become a Serperior, but at times like these it could feel like yesterday.

Another thought came to the professor's mind. Liz had mentioned graduating with outstanding grades, which means she sure had book smarts. But choosing first? Maybe she was still lacking in street smarts. Now her rival to be could choose from seven different water type Pokemon that would clearly have the advantage over the Chimchar.

Rather than say anything out loud, the professor chose to stay silent and observe. It wasn't his place to take sides anyways.

Pokemon: Prime

Professor Eugine's Lab

... Leaning over Eugene's back, both hands slammed down either side of him as Rin looked on to the wide TV monitor in front of them. Perhaps a bit too far into the man's personal bubble, but Rin was immersed entirely in the Pokémon portraits. Today they'd receive their first pokémon. It was the beginning of a whole new world for Rin, and they couldn't contain their excitement or take their eyes off of what was in front of them.

@Cerces22

@Metamore

The scene between the two youths was indeed heartwarming. A soft smile crossed Prof. Eugene's face. The next generation would be in great hands.

Then suddenly, Rin planted their arms firmly on either side of the professor, then peaked over his should with one hand on the mouse. Completely straight faced, he calmly spoke, "I'm just going to leave you to it." As he said this, he smoothly squatted and shifted over two steps before raising back up.

Pokemon: Prime

Professor Eugine's Lab

Liz walked into the professors lab and saw that the young person who came out as non-binary was already there, excitement oozing from their body. She walked up next to them and looked over.

"I want to thank you, if you never came out, I am sure I would never have found the strength to come out myself. I wish you luck on your travels, and hopefully when we meet next we can battle." She said to Rin.

@Cerces22

Professor Eugine's second guest had arrived. She immediately started talking to Rin. He was fully aware of Rin's situation due to being in acquaintance with Ms. Mary. As for Liz, he didn't know anything more about her than the application she submitted. So what exactly was meant by '...the strength to come out myself.", he had no idea.

Professor Eugine was hesitant to interrupt, but at the same time, they were all here for a reason. "You must be Liz. Please grab yourself a Pokedex and custom trainer backpack from that table over there. Then you two can both join me over here." It's definitely not often that two trainers start their journey off on the same day. This was truly a special occasion.

Bonus Info: Please Read

You have permission to control any small talk that is required out of Professor Eugine in order to choose your Pokemon. Here are the details on how to accomplish this... By hovering a mouse over the top of a picture, you will see a Pokedex entry for each Pokemon. By clicking on an image, a prompt will ask you if this is your final choice [yes or no]. Once you have chosen a Pokemon, a Pokeball will materialize in a machine below the monitor. The machine will open up and Professor Eugine will try and hand it to you (unless you grab it up first).

At the end of your next post, you will have your first Pokemon! You may then rush out blindly to take on your adventure, or you can stick around the lab a little longer to ask questions.

Also, a lab assistant will offer to take your current backpack back home for you, if you wish.

Pokemon: Prime

Sorry posting through phone, it probably auto corrected

@Cerces22

It's cool. Edit it when you get the chance, but it's not a big deal. :)

Pokemon: Prime

Professor Eugine's Lab

"I'm Rin Mizushima, I'm going to be Primis' next Champion," bolting towards the professor at top speed as soon as he came into sight, Rin continued their screaming declaration, "and I'm here for my Pokémon!"

@Metamore

Heads turned round as Rin busted through the doors. One assistant even dropped a beaker of a strange corrosive substance that ate away the top layer of white tile. He mumbled profanities under his breath as he began to clean up the mess.

Professor Eugine, on the other hand, wasn't surprised by the grand entrance in the least. It's not every day that trainers begin their journey, but when they do, they are usually as excited as this. His standard half smile spread comfortably across his face, "Hello there Rin, you're right on time. You seem ready to skip the formalities, so grab that backpack and Pokedex on the counter, and come join me over here."

The backpack and Pokedex both rested on a pure white counter, devoid of anything else. Inside the backpack, Rin would later find five brand new Pokeballs located within a special compartment. Professor Eugine then turned his back to Rin and booted up a computer attached to a large flat screen TV. Twenty one different Pokemon were on display (the twenty one starters currently in existence). Now all they would have to do is decide, something easier said than done.

Bonus Info: Please Read

You have permission to control any small talk that is required out of Professor Eugine in order to choose your Pokemon. Here are the details on how to accomplish this... By hovering a mouse over the top of a picture, you will see a Pokedex entry for each Pokemon. By clicking on an image, a prompt will ask you if this is your final choice [yes or no]. Once you have chosen a Pokemon, a Pokeball will materialize in a machine below the monitor. The machine will open up and Professor Eugine will try and hand it to you (unless you grab it up first).

At the end of your next post, you will have your first Pokemon! You may then rush out blindly to take on your adventure, or you can stick around the lab a little longer to ask questions.

Pokemon: Prime

Excellent, I truly hope not to disappoint, I will begin right away. I should have something before I go to sleep

@Cerces22

You're character is approved. Quick thing though. "...hardly ever home DUE to working three jobs."

Pokemon: Prime

Excellent, I truly hope not to disappoint, I will begin right away. I should have something before I go to sleep

@Cerces22

Cool. Welcome!