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Pokemon Spiral

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Memento Mori (Urban Fantasy)

~ Kimberly Haynes ~

@The Narrator @Xandrya

Frowning as she glanced around at the other people and creatures around the room, Kimberly took a seat next to a woman with dark blonde hair. She nodded at her comment. "Agreed. I take it you don't know any more than I do..."

The serpent slithered over, his body flowing like water. "I thought I told you. You're dead. Dearly departed. Six feet under. Don't you start thinking this is some kind of second chance. We've only got one purpose now, and you'll find that out soon enough."

Kimberly turned her attention back to the creature. Now she'd recovered from the initial shock, it was surprising how quickly she'd adapted to the presence of a large, sharp-fanged sea monster. It felt as if he was somehow connected to her. Part of her.

"Well, first of all," she said, a slight waver to her voice despite her effort to keep her tone and expression neutral. "Who are you?"

The monster gave her that crimson stare. "Call me Cetus," he hissed, "and you could say we're alike. Born from death. Born to bring it to those who try to escape it."

Kimberly blinked. "Wait... what?"

Be my Sanctuary

Jessamyn "Jess" Bailey

Jess flinched at the harsh knock on the door. Annoyance simmered off the anchor like heat from fire, although there was something muted about it. Tolerable. This truly was the person who could help her - even if this person was less than happy about her role.

Breathing deeply, Jess edged forward and opened the door. "H-Hi," she muttered, not sure what else to say. Her own reaction to the girl unsettled her. She'd never been a shy person before, but it had been a long time since she'd had any proper contact with people. She had Internet access here, although the connection was so slow it was near-useless, and she spoke to her mother on the phone when the line worked. This, though, was the first chance to talk face-to-face with someone she'd had in years.

And, as her luck would have it, it was someone who would rather be anywhere but here right now - quite understandably. This was someone who must have lost everything, just as she had.

Pokemon: New World

♪♫♪ Cecilia "Cici" Taylor ♪♫♪

Location: Tefan Village

@Darkmoon Angel

"Ligeia, help Rose out and use Disarming Voice!" Cici called. Hopping down, the Jigglypuff put her new skills to use, a shrill cry and a burst of pink hearts leaving her mouth. Tommy's Ralts joined the fray, using the exact same attack. "Now, Dulcet, hit the Fraxure with Moonblast!" An image of the moon appeared in front of the Swablu, releasing a ray of light that sent the largest dragon tottering back.

"Watch out, Kym!" The Axew moved in to swipe at Kymbalon, claws glowing green, but Ligeia jumped in the way of the attack. The Dual Chop glanced harmlessly off her rubbery body. "Whew... Good work, Ligeia! Quick, use Disarming Voice again! Kymbalon, use Dragon Tail!"

With the combined efforts of the three trainers' Pokemon, it wasn't long until the dragons had either fainted or hurried away. The Fraxure was the last to slump to the ground.

"Everyone alright?" Cici asked, looking around. Her Pokemon were still standing, but all looked rather bashed up, bearing bite and scratch marks. "Let's go back and get you healed up..."

She whirled around as a wall caved in, rocks clattering across the ground. A set of sharp steel claws burst through. With a startled cry, Cici pulled back.

"I told you, don't bother the other Pokemon here!" came a voice. "Focus on Entei!"

In a drill-like motion, the man's Pokemon launched itself forward, sending more rocks flying. It landed, glaring around for its target from under the blade on its head, its gaze settling on the group of trainers in its way.

Cici

TP: +1 +1 (72)
Pokemon:

• Loudred (Forte), male, lv23 (+1)
• Swablu (Dulcet), female, lv20 (+1)
• Jigglypuff (Ligeia), female, lv17 (+1)
• Kricketot (Cadence), female, lv7
• Chingling (Allegro), male, lv8
• Hoothoot (Tactus), male, lv9
• Jangmo-o (Kymbalon), female, lv14 (+1)
• Litleo (Breig), male, lv5

Inventory:

• Pokeball x1

Rank: Skilled
Organisation: Helping Hand Guild

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CP

+1 (60)

Memento Mori (Urban Fantasy)

@The Narrator Do you want us to post a little more before you reply?

Be my Sanctuary

Jessamyn "Jess" Bailey

It had been five years. Jess knew this from the change of the seasons, the varying temperature, the trees outside the cabin window as they shed and regrew their leaves. It felt like much longer, though. She didn't even know why she kept track of the time any more. Each year was a repeat of the last.

She tried to keep her attention on the book she'd been given to keep her mind occupied, but her gaze kept drifting towards the window, her concentration fraying as always. The young woman gave the outside world a longing stare. As she glanced this way and that, her ribs tightened. She could swear the room looked smaller than usual. Standing up, she paced from one wall to the other. Get a grip, she scolded herself, the walls aren't really going to close in. Sighing, she sat back down. Her brain played these tricks on her more and more often these days.

Suddenly, her head jerked up. In the distance, she could hear the hum of a motor, the grinding of wheels against the dirt path - and a growing wave of resentment. She pulled back. This wasn't just somebody here to bring food, only to leave as quickly as possible, radiating guilt. The sound was more like a motorbike than a car. Steeling herself, Jess peered out, watching a purple-haired girl draw closer. Hope welled through her, tainted by bitterness and a pang of unease at the thought of burdening someone, at the thought of needing someone.

Was this even her own bitterness she was feeling? She didn't know. She barely knew who she was.

Be my Sanctuary

Jess

Name: Jessamyn "Jess" Bailey

Age: 21

Appearance:


Personality: She doesn't know any more. She was ambitious. She was level-headed. She was independent. Trying her best to hold on to those traits, she hates the thought of having to rely on somebody else, but knows she has to if she's going to function.

History: Up until a few years ago, Jess had a fairly normal life. Her parents, believing in encouraging childrens' potential, raised her to be independent. As she grew, this could be both a strength and a weakness. While she developed a problem-solving mindset, her upbringing gave her a reluctance to ask for help.

From a young age, she planned to go on to university to study medicine, and become a doctor - until her life changed in more ways than one. At the age of 16, she started feeling strange in crowds, getting odd, mixed emotions for seemingly no reason. She suspected what was happening. She'd heard of some people around her age gaining the ability to take on others' emotions. She denied it, though. She valued reason and clear thinking, the last thing she wanted was a clouded, overwhelmed mind. It had to just be teenage mood swings.

At the same time, her father became severely ill. With her ability growing, Jess found visits to the hospital near-intolerable, a nightmare of distress, seeping into her from all around. She knew just how much fear and resentment her dad hid behind his smile. That was the point when she couldn't deny to herself any more what had happened to her. There was no way she'd be able to work in a hospital like this, or support her parents.

She didn't want the focus to be on her. It was her father who needed support. If she wanted to help her family, she'd need to find an anchor, even if it went against her values.

There was nobody in her social circle with such an ability, though. At first, Jess held on to hope. She'd find somebody, and her father seemed to be doing better. Soon, the family would be almost the way they used to be, even if her parents may be a little disappointed in her. Months passed, though, and nobody was found. Then, just when it looked like he'd recover, her father died. As much as Jess wanted to be there for her mother and the rest of her family, she couldn't, not without someone to shield her from the emotional fallout.

She's been in isolation since, living with the grief, guilt and confusion, waiting for that someone to help her return to the outside world.

Theme:

I Lost Myself

Pokemon Spiral

Sophia Danvers

Mesalon Gym

@fer1323 @Heckno12

"I'll get there!" Sophia replied, attaching the Pokeball to her ribbon-belt. "I'll be that trainer!" She couldn't let herself disappoint her new Pokemon.

Meanwhile, Lacey looked over, blue eyes wide, as the other Psychic type appeared. "Gothi!" she squealed, skipping over to the Ralts. Sophia gave a soft laugh. "I think those two will get along," she said, turning to Oscar. "Lacey's pretty cheerful."

She paused, her attention flicking to the Pokemon, then back to her... rival? Friend? Maybe he was more of a friend than she'd acknowledged. "I've got to say this. You really can be an insufferably pushy know-it-all sometimes, but... I've also got to say this. You're a good trainer to Daisho." Her smile grew a little. "He's lucky."

She turned her head, her eyes flicking from him a little awkwardly. Had she really just said that to the guy who'd been annoying the hell out of her earlier? Would he just use that as an excuse to gloat later, or keep pushing her to show that side, the vulnerable side that admitted those things? Probably, knowing him. Still, it couldn't be denied.

Her gaze settled on the Ralts. "Daisho... Do you want that?" she asked. "Do you want me to help you train?"

As soon as she said it, a shudder ran through her, accompanied by a squirming feeling she tried to ignore so as not to disturb the Ralts. How would she help Daisho develop his abilities when she could barely develop hers? She cupped the capsule containing Lumas, reminding herself to keep striving to achieve her goals. She'd get there. Like she'd said, she'd get there.

Notes

Pokemon Party: Gothita "Lacey" lv13, Purrloin "Grimalkin" lv12, Staryu "Arcturus" lv11, Darumaka "Lumas" lv10
Pokemon in PC:
Inventory: Pokeball x2, TM33 (Reflect)

Pokemon Spiral

@Heckno12 I'll reply with Amber once @Dusksong posts.

Pokemon Spiral

Sophia Danvers

Mesalon Gym

@fer1323 @Heckno12

Sweet side

Peering behind the statue-like Pokemon, Sophia saw it. A small, red monkey, its limbs pulled in, swaying a little as it slept. An adoring smile spread across the trainer's face.

"Ita?" Lacey slowly approached the Darumaka. It sprung awake with an excited cry, jumping up and down, contrasting with everyone else in the room. Sophia couldn't help but give a slight chuckle.

"Well, hello there," she whispered as the Fire type ran towards her. "Aren't you just full of energy?" She turned back towards Lan, eyes filled with delight. "You'd really be ok with that?" The Darumaka was warm to the touch as she tickled it. Comfortingly warm. "And you? Is that what you want? To travel with me, and Lacey here? It... won't be as quiet as it is in here."

The little Pokemon grinned and hopped about, starting to run in circles. Giggling, Lacey tottered after it. Sophia watched with a mix of admiration and uncertainty. This Pokemon would undoubtedly help her later on - but what if she ended up distressing him? No, she wouldn't. By then, she'd surely be on her way to becoming stronger. She'd have nothing to be insecure about. And such a spirited Pokemon would remind her to stick to her goals no matter what.

"Then come along!" As soon as Sophia held out the Pokeball, the excitable little monkey leapt into it. "I'll... I'll make sure to be the trainer you deserve!"

She looked over at Oscar, that gentle smile still on her face, as she heard him mention letting Daisho out. "You know, what I agreed to earlier, helping you train Daisho... I'm sticking by it." She hoped it wouldn't end with another argument, but it was only fair to keep her word. Maybe she'd be able to keep the distressing thoughts at bay and avoid upsetting the Ralts, with this Darumaka around. A glimmer of light in the darkness.

"Lumas," she said, cradling the Pokeball. "Your name's Lumas."

Notes

Pokemon Party: Gothita "Lacey" lv13, Purrloin "Grimalkin" lv12, Staryu "Arcturus" lv11, Darumaka "Lumas" lv10
Pokemon in PC:
Inventory: Pokeball x2, TM33 (Reflect)