Ninian

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time [Full]

@Shiny Keldeo

That's fine then. ^^

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time [Full]

I'm sleeping soon and just wanted to point out @Light Lord is Co-GM and on the computer more, so he'll probably be accepting most characters.

After work tomorrow I'll write my second intro post, starting in the mystery dungeon. Happy posting!

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time [Full]

Totodile

[Folio Trunk - Secret Room]

On the floor of a cavern, a lone blue reptile lay on it’s back. Tongue hanging out of the side of it’s mouth with eyes shut and breathing slow. The strangely colored Totodile was unconscious, but not for long. The lids of the creatures eyes twitched, and soon fluttered open to gaze upon the ceiling.

Huh?....What happened…..? Where am I?

Immediately assaulting the Totodile's senses was the scent of fresh water, likely coming from a spring, somewhere. To the Pokémon's side was a pool fed from a few small waterfalls trickling from the ceiling of what appeared to be a cave of some sort. Certainly an odd cave, as it had a surprising amount of foliage. Moss flourished on both the cavern's floor and walls, while small trees, plants and a few flowers could be seen scattered about the dimly lit chamber.

The Pokémon sat up, tongue retreating back into its jaws as it’s head scanned the environment slowly.

....I’m really drawing a blank. I don’t recognize this place….? Or do I?.....I-I….I can’t think of…..I can’t think of anything. My head really hurts too…..Did I smack it off a rock or something?....Ok, start with the basics. My name is…….

A frown defaced the young Water-type’s maw. I don’t know who I am! What’s going on!? Tilting his head downward to view his little blue toes and claws, they all wiggled a bit. The frown on the crocodile growing deeper. ....I don’t know WHAT I am either….I think I’m a…..Uh…..To...Toto...Dile? Totodile. That’s it. That seems right.

The amnesic lizard put it’s hands down onto the earth in front of him, and pushed itself into an odd standing position. The Pokémon waving it’s stubby arms around wildly as it wobbled a bit. Eye’s spinning from the sudden headrush. Whoa….T-This doesn’t feel right….Ugh…

The Totodile grabbed at it’s head, and tried to navigate away from the spring to no avail. The Water-type found itself stumbling towards the small body of water and driving his snout right into it with a loud splash. The reptile pulled it’s face from the water to cough and sputter, blowing the water out of it’s nostrils. Ugh….Well, at least I feel a bit more awake. That actually was pretty nice…. It would think to itself as deep brown eyes stared at the reflection on the pond's surface. The Totodile blinked at itself. ....So that’s what my face looks like huh?.....It feels…Off…….I’m probably just crazy. It’s my face after all…

An odd vworping noise echoed from behind him as a figure materialized. It was then the Big Jaw Pokémon heard a sultry, silvery voice, "You must be Devon."

The voice made the Totodile turn it’s head to look behind its shoulder, and raise a brow to the owner of the voice. "Uh….Am I? I kinda don’t remember…." Hearing it's own clearly male, raspy voice, the Big Jaw Pokémon paused for another few seconds in confusion before turning his back to the shore of the pond and sitting on his butt. Staring at his visitor and nodding slowly. "Devon….I think that might be me, yeah. That sounds right. And who are you?"

Stepping out from the shadows, the figure revealed itself. A short black dress hung around the newcomer's frame, with wing-like protrusions coming from her back. Though differing in both appearance and color, Devon would identify the young woman as a Gardevoir.

"You don't remember? How sad..." Rolling her eyes, she let out a slightly irritated sigh as she placed her hands on her hips. "Introductions will not do us much good, however I am Lady Lilith." Lifting a delicate hand to her cheek, Lilith scanned over the Totodile with a tinge of remorse evident upon her features. "You know, in another place... another time, we could have been friends."

Continuing to stare at the odd looking Gardevoir, Devon tilted his head. "Huh? What do you mean by that?"

Placing a palm to her forehead for a moment, she then brushed it off. "...Of course, you've just arrived here, haven't you? You simply do not know, and that is of course no one's fault. Devon..." A flash of pink shimmered in the darkness as the Gardevoir's gaze met Devon's. "I cannot allow you to live."

The threat nearly made Devon fall back into the pond. Thankfully, he was caught by his stubby tail as he yelled and brought up his claws in front of his face. "WHOA HOLD ON! WHAT DID I DO!? WHATEVER IT IS I CAN'T REMEMBER! I'M SORRY!"

With those sinister words, Lilith's form began to glow a green briefly before light-green leaves began to fire towards Devon. [LILITH used MAGICAL LEAF!]

A turquoise force field appeared before Devon. [??? used PROTECT]

The Totodile still had his arms up, cowering in fear. Waiting for the impact of that super-effective move that would no doubt kill him in only a few blows. It took about two more seconds of hiding before he would get brave. Sneaking a peak between his claws to look in front of him at the random force field. "Huh? A shield? Who did that?"

Lilith's expression faltered as the Protect was erected in front of Devon, her projectiles flying off harmlessly. "...Tch." Holding her arm out, the Gardevoir called out, "Show yourself!"

Padding through the Secret Room's entryway, a blue-ringed Umbreon came into view.

"Karaha, how dare you interfere with my plans."

With the Protect still shielding Devon, the Umbreon cocked his head. "...Do I know you?" After a moment of looking over the Gardevoir, the Umbreon picked up the pace to step in front of the Totodile. The Protect faded, and the Umbreon—Karaha—emitted a low growl. "We need to leave, now." Glancing at the brown satchel draped across his back, Karaha spoke, "There's an orb in there. Grab it."

Devon didn't waste any time heading the Umbreon's command. The Totodile quickly got to his feet, and practically tripped onto the Moonlight Pokémon as he shoved his grubby little hands into the bag and felt around. "Oh yeah we do! This girl is crazy! I swear I didn't do anything to her!"

"You cannot escape me."

Holding her arms into the air, Lilith began to gather energy. A pink orb coalesced between her hands before it was fired at the Umbreon. [LILITH used MOONBLAST!]

Devon's arm came back out of the bag, and in his grip was a small turquoise colored crystal ball. His head darted to the still attacking Psychic in front of them and gasped. "Oh crap! Move!" The reptile reeled back, and tackled the Dark-type with his full weight in an attempt to get them both out of the blasts impact range.

As Devon attempted to move the pair out of harm's way, the orb began to emit a brilliant white light, which enveloped them. [DEVON used an ESCAPE ORB]

[Folio Town - Town Plaza]

Faceplanting into bark, the Umbreon was successfully moved.

"Excellent... work." A few pained grunts escaped Karaha's maw as he picked himself up from under the Totodile. Shaking himself off, he thoroughly examined Devon before speaking, "I have a very important question. That woman, do you know her?"

Devon rolled off of his stomach and onto his side, still holding his head as he looked up at the Umbreon. A sad frown drooping his maw. "Nope. Or uh….Maybe? I don’t actually know. I just kinda woke up in that cave, and now I can’t remember anything at all. Except for my name. She somehow knew my name, But I swear I don’t have or want anything to do with that crazy jerk."

"...She knew my name as well, and I assure you I've heard nothing of her." Sitting down near Devon, Karaha let out a soft sigh. "You woke up in the middle of a Secret Room... that deep inside of Folio? And you do not remember anything...? Well... I'm Karaha, as that woman said..." Furrowing his brows, he tilted his head, "...do you not remember your hometown? Family? Anything aside from your name?"

The lost Totodile pushed himself off the ground, and crossed his arms to give a headshake to Karaha. "No...Just my name. I’m Devon, and thanks for the save Karaha." His head tilted to the floor. "I don’t know what I’m gonna do now though. Try to jog my memory I guess? How would I even do that….?"

Pondering the Totodile's question for a moment, Karaha finally shook his head, coming up with nothing. "I... I could not tell you. Perhaps you hit your head... if that's the case you should recover within the day. Sustenance would help."

A small smile played across his maw, "Also, you are quite welcome. You seemed in need of help, and I happened to be there."

Leaning back a bit, Devon’s frown began to progress into a smirk. "Glad you were. Else I would have been cut up by a bunch of leaves. Wouldn’t that have been a grand way to go." The Water-types gaze slowly drifted around, watching as crowds of Pokémon made their way through the streets that appear to made out of…..Bark?. There was also leaves high above their head, and a bunch more foliage and plant life around the buildings and shops. The scene both amazed Devon, and slightly intimidated him. It’s not like he knew where to go. "So uh….You mentioned food would help right? This looks like a giant tree, so is there like, fruit growing around here or something? Where are we?"

The Umbreon couldn't help but let out a soft chuckle when Devon spoke about his hometown. "...A giant tree is an apt description. This is Folio Town, and as you can see we live atop the tree's branches." After his explanation, one of Devon's comments finally hit him. Standing up, Karaha gave him a puzzled expression, "...Fruit? Errrm, I don't believe so. Not here, anyway. No, no... there's an inn around here and they..." Putting a paw to his head, he cocked it. "You know, we do not often get travelers here. I'm actually surprised there's an inn to begin with. Actually, no I do take that back. The food there is quite delicious, and I suppose there are patrons who cannot make it home afterwards, so... that would explain the rooms..."

Flushing beneath his fur, Karaha continued, "...enough of my prattling. Follow me."

Standing up, Devon snickered a hit at the Dark-type’s embarrassment. "Sure. Right behind you." Stumbling a bit in Karaha's direction to follow, the odd Totodile finally got some sort of awkward walking motion down. If you call taking a few steps, then falling back on his tail like a kickstand 'walking'.

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time [Full]

Name: Lilisette
Gender: Female
Pokémon: Kirlia
Ability: Telepathy

Moveset:
Psychic
Heal Pulse
Magical Leaf
Draining Kiss

Backstory: To be revealed as the RP progresses.

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time [Full]

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Approved characters can go ahead and start posting. I have two major starting areas in mind. First one is in Folio Town proper, and the other in the 'easier' mystery dungeon. I'll need to write up my starting post for the latter.

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time

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Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time [Full]

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time

Premise

Two years after the events of Super Mystery Dungeon. All seemed calm, strife nearly non-existent, or so everyone thought. That said, it's been a well-known fact that the hostile Pokémon residing inside the world's various dungeons have become organized and dangerous; some even venturing to peaceful settlements and attacking. The world's guild leaders brushed it off initially as an attack by the Thieves Guild, or another unknown criminal organization. However, their modus operandi was notably different; they attack without a set purpose.

Cogs are beginning to turn, and the fate of the world rests once again in the hands of a human and their companions; one partner alone will not suffice.

Our story starts in what used to be a closed off settlement; Folio Town. A giant tree is situated atop a desert oasis, with a town built into its branches. A sandstorm conjured by an ancient Tyranitar used to shroud the tree from harm, however it has since subsided. With Folio Town now accessible to the pubic, travelers from far and wide are gathering at the towering tree.

Current Areas

World Map (For Reference)

Folio Town

Folio is a large town situated on a gigantic tree. Located to the north of the Sand Continent, Folio Town sits atop a desert oasis.

Normally enveloping the tree is a sandstorm, which serves to protect the town from harm. However, the sandstorm has recently subsided.

The path through the tree is known as Folio's Trunk, and is a sprawling Mystery Dungeon. The dungeon is split in two. An easier path which leads to the town, and a difficult one which explores the massive caverns created by the tree's root system.

Town Locations

Town Plaza

The plaza is the liveliest part of Folio Town. Glyph's Guild, along with the town's inn The Blue Treecko are located here. Additionally, you can find other town staples here. Café Connection, a Deposit Box, Hawlucha's Slam School, Rockin' Lock, Kecleon Shop, as well as Glorious Gold are found about the plaza.

Observation Post

The Observatory is a small platform built over a protruding branch of the giant tree.

Water Mill

This structure pumps water from the oasis beneath to the town.

Windmill Area

The Windmill uses the sandstorm's power to draw water all the way up to the treetop.

Residential District

On a thick platform-like branch resides most of the town's population. It's near the entrance to the Folio's Trunk dungeon.

Sibyl's Retreat

A mysterious location guarded by several Grovyle. The town's prophet resides within.

Folio's Trunk

The dungeon's entrance is a small cave made by the tree's slowly decaying roots which can be entered from the surrounding desert. Once inside, there are two paths to choose from; the easier path leading to the town, and a harder one leading down into the earth. The paths branch at a Waypoint. This Waypoint features a Deposit Box.

Town Path

The path leading towards the town features 8 mystery dungeon floors covered with dry roots and sand.

Dungeon Breakdown
Floors: 8
Common Weather: Clear Skies, Sandstorm
Traps: Hunger Trap, Slow Trap, Spikes

The Town Path portion of Folio's Trunk features standard Floor, Wall and Stair tiles. The rooms are typical, and there are no special events on the floor save for a few Traps and Wonder Tiles.

Treacherous Roots

Taking the more difficult route plunges the adventurer into the basement floors of the dungeon. There are 14 basement floors, and one Secret Room. Unlike the other path, this one features luminescent moss growing on the cavern's walls, as well as some traces of water.

Dungeon Breakdown
Floors: 14 [Basement]
Common Weather: Clear Skies, Rain, Heavy Rain
Traps: Discord Trap, Emera-Crush Trap, Grimy Trap, Hunger Trap, Mud Trap, Poison Trap, Pokémon Trap, Slow Trap, Spikes, Stealth Rock, Sticky Trap, Summon Trap

Boss

Xicu the Manifest
Ability: Magic Bounce

Moveset:
Psychic
Giga Drain
Dazzling Gleam
Heat Wave

Splitting off from the Waypoint is the Treacherous Roots portion of Folio's Trunk. It features standard Floor, Wall and Stair tiles, as well as Water tiles. Traps and Wonder tiles are also found in this portion of the dungeon. There are a few special events rooms including a Boss Floor, a Secret Room, as well as a Monster House.

Altepa Desert

The northeastern portion of the Sand Continent is made up of this arid desert wasteland. While remnants of an ancient civilization that once thrived here dot the landscape, today the area is dominated by sand, wind, and the occasional Pokémon that roams the dunes.

Sarutabaruta

On the southern fringe of the Altepa Desert is the vast steppe region known as Sarutabaruta. Plant life is minimal, but it is a welcome sight for many coming from the deserts of the Sand Continent.

Outer Horutoto Ruins

The term "Horutoto Ruins" refers to the set of ancient towers that are spread across the plains of Sarutabaruta. While no one is certain why these massive structures were built, the powerful magical energy that emanates from them has intrigued adventurers for decades.

However, the ruins seem to lead nowhere, though some suspect there's a vast network of tunnels underground.

Towers: Amaryllis, Lilac, Marguerite, Dahlia, Lily

Inner Horutoto Ruins

Inside of the Lily Tower, through a crack in the wall, one would find additional passages through the Horutoto Ruins. However, they would find a true barrier in the Elemental Gate. A rune of Fire, Water, and Grass is etched mysteriously into the ground.

Toraimarai Canal

If the Elemental Gate is opened, one would find entry into the Toraimarai Canal. Named after the famed explorer Torai-Marai, this series of canals underneath Sarutabaruta provides water to the massive roots of the Great Folio Tree and is also home to a wide variety of Pokémon. With multiple levels and a number of dead-ends, venturing in this frightful labyrinth often leads to certain death.

Eclipse Fountain

An ancient fountain discovered by the first Sol Sibyl. Legend has it, this is where she was bestowed the gift of foresight. The fountain is said to contain the vast power of the sun and moon and is home to a legendary guardian beast.

Character Creation

Characters are limited to first and middle stage Pokémon only (unless you are a chosen storyteller). For example, Charmander and Charmeleon are acceptable, but Charizard is not. Additionally, an Eevee is acceptable, but its evolutions are not. As is Riolu, but not Lucario, and so forth. Pokémon that cannot evolve will generally be acceptable as well, I will have to take it on a case-by-case basis.

We've also reached our human limit, so for now, no more transformed humans.

Your character can be good, evil, or anywhere in-between. If you wish for your character to be on the villainous-side of the spectrum, please send me a message.

Please thoroughly fill out each relevant section. You may add additional information to your skeleton as you deem necessary. If you are afraid of other players using your backstory to meta-game, you are more than welcome to send me a private message with the information.

In regards to equipped items, and things on-hand, please be reasonable. No overpowered Looplets, and things of that nature. Emeras are found inside dungeons, so the only Emeras that will be available are ones that I leave for players to find. A few Apples, Oran Berries, Elixirs and maybe a Tiny Revival Seed are fairly standard for an adventurer. I also feel I should mention this. No Connection Orbs. Ever. Requests will be on a bulletin board. If you have an idea for a request, let me know.

Once your character sheet has been accepted by me, you may post it to the characters tab and begin posting.

You are encouraged to select a font color for your character's dialogue. That said, the color must contrast well will the site's dark background, in a way that it is easily able to be read. There are many acceptable colors. If you need assistance, you need only ask.

Character Sheet

Name:
Gender:
Pokémon:
Ability:
Moveset: Limit to Four Moves

Personality:
Backstory:

Team: Optional
Guild Affiliation: Optional

Character Cast

Ninian [Game Master]

Lilisette the Kirlia

Name: Lilisette
Gender: Female
Pokémon: Kirlia
Ability: Telepathy

Moveset:
Psychic
Heal Pulse
Magical Leaf
Draining Kiss

Team: Devon's Team - Name Undecided
Guild Affiliation: Glyph's Guild

Karaha the Umbreon

Name: Karaha
Gender: Male
Pokémon: Umbreon
Ability: Synchronize

Moveset:
Psychic
Dark Pulse
Wish
Protect

Known Information:
• Lives in the large observatory building near Sibyl's Retreat.

Lady Lilith

Name: Lilith
Gender: Female
Pokémon: Gardevoir (?)

Robel the Heliolisk

Name: Robel
Gender: Male
Pokémon: Heliolisk
Ability: Sand Veil

Moveset:
Parabolic Charge
Signal Beam
Surf
Iron Tail

Guild Affiliation: Glyph's Guild - Expedition Leader

Alodi the Delphox

Name: Alodi
Gender: Male
Pokémon: Delphox
Ability: Magician
Moveset:
Psychic
Mystical Fire
Hypnosis
Heat Wave

Guild Affiliation: Mage's Guild

Other NPCs

Aero the Altaria: A member of Glyph's Guild who uses his Cloud Nine ability to escort travelers into the trunk.

Rhys the Chimecho: Resident healer.

The Sol Sibyl, Miratete: The mysterious Leader of Folio Town. Has the ability to see into the future.

Zihark the Mienshao: A mysterious Pokémon who seems to have come into town alongside Robel.

Relm the Sylveon: The flamboyant leader of Troupe Relm.

Pyrrha the Gardevoir: Star dancer and main vocalist of Troupe Relm.

Dunban the Gallade: Mercenary residing in the Mist Continent.

Light Lord [Storyteller]

Devon the Totodile

Name: Devon
Gender: Male
Pokémon: Totodile
Ability: Torrent
Nature: Bold

Moveset:
Water Gun
Ice Fang
Bite
Rage

Backstory: As a human, Devon's life was... Adventurous? If you count getting beat up by many wild Pokémon due to misunderstandings as a child. Young Devon was always interested in Pokémon, and thought the best way to interact with them would be to befriend wilds in near his home towns of both Hearthome and Goldenrod. (His parents live apart due to work reasons, but are still in love and share Devon throughout the twelve months of the year.) His naive way of making friends via butting into the personal space of wild Pokémon angered most he came across. Thus leading to many painful injuries, and frequent hospital visits. These unfortunate events did not daunt Devon however. He continued to attempt making friends with Pokémon and eventually succeeded. Making friends with a female Starly outside of Hearthome that he named: 'Flappers'. Thought childhood the boy played with the bird for years until they grew apart due to conflicting goals. Devon became interested in becoming a Trainer, and Flappers wanted a family of her own in the wild. The two parted ways when Devon was nine years old and have yet to encounter each other again.

Just before being brought to this strange new world, Devon was a happy, sixteen year old Pokémon Trainer. Collecting the badges of both Sinnoh and Johto while travelling with his five beloved team mates. Shock the Ampharos, Cyan the Marill, Quill the Monferno, Missy the Mismagius, and Nasir the Zoroark.

Personality: Devon is an outgoing used-to-be-teen who is very social between small groups, but cannot handle being the center of attention in a large crowd. He’s quick to make friends, mostly leaning towards those with the same light hearted attitude as him. Though he can adapt to others of a different mindset with little time. Devon is patient, but does have his limits for things like long journeys with no excitement or stubborn Pokémon. His temper may seem almost non-existent, but do not be fooled. He is relatively good at hiding anger thanks to him seeing his fathers stern expression not change for sixteen years. That has been helpful in many situations such as dealing with childhood bullies. He may seem distant at first, but he does feel a sense of purpose to help others. Going out of his way to do so. He is competitive, taking offence to challenges and accepting them with little thought in the moment that sometimes lead him to misfortune. Due to being around others for most of his life, Devon is also bothered by being alone for long periods of time.

Team: Devon's Team - Name Undecided
Guild Affiliation: Glyph's Guild

Special Features:
His back spikes are a light brown instead of the normal red, and his irises are a deep brown. Reflections of his former self.

Glyph the Flygon

Name: Glyph
Gender: Male
Pokémon: Flygon
Ability: Levitate

Moveset:
Earthquake
Dragon Claw
Rock Slide
Aerial Ace

Backstory: Glyph spent the majority of his early life living with his parents and sister high in the branches of Folio Town. Back then, the town was much smaller compared to nowadays. The town itself having a very low population due to the difficulties of even reaching the town from the outside of the sandstorm. These were favourable conditions for Glyph's parents. Their own adventuring days concluded and a peaceful rural town was just what they wanted to settle and raise their children. Throughout childhood Glyph and his sister Glyde were told many tales of their parents adventures together. Exploring Mystery Dungeons, visiting different towns and continents, and collecting treasure. The stories inspired the two younglings. Upon being told about the dungeon that resides under the town, Folio's Trunk, the twin Trapinch prepared for a solid week. Stocking up on items, drawing up plans, and honing their skills. Once ready, Glyph and Glyde set out into the Mystery Dungeon.....They didn't really last very long. Glyde got frightened by a Galvantula inside of the root cavern, and fled back into the safety of her mother's arms with Glyph at her heels. As it turned out, the Galvantula that had originally scared the twins was not a hostile Pokémon. Just a simple traveller on his way into the hidden town. The misunderstanding was quickly settled over a nice dinner between the family and the traveller. After only a few day, kids went at it again and this time succeeded in their goal. Bringing back a few Poké coins for their parents. Glyph and Glyde were proud of their achievement, as well as their parents. The siblings decided to continue their adventures and form an Exploration Team known as Team Quake. The two travelled all across the Sand Continent aiding Pokémon and plundering dungeons together for almost ten years. Growing a bit tired of the adventuring life, Glyph and his sister (Now both fully evolved Flygon) returned to Folio to take it easy and care for their now elderly parents. It wasn't long until their mother and father passed away, and the twins mindset differed for what to do next. Glyph wanted to return to a life of Exploration, while Glyde wanted to keep their parents house and start a family. Eventually Glyph had an idea. The experienced traveller deciding to create an Exploration Guild in Folio Town, and use the funds gained to not only support his sister and the town, but to also partly keep doing what he enjoyed. He may not be out in the field as much as he would want, but training a new generation of Explorers was good enough in the Flygon's eyes.

Personality: Glyph is a hearty, well mannered Pokémon that was named due to his parent's love of unknown and mysterious ancient symbols. He is very thoughtful, and goes to lengths to help those around him. When not instructing members of the guild or assisting the town populace, one would most likely find him in his room in the guild. The room itself a vast library of notes and journals written during Team Quakes travels as well as other literature that Glyph has gained over the years. The Flygon can sometimes become a bit absorbed into his books, and as such may space out on occasion in pure thought as well as relay too heavily on prior knowledge for some situations. He finds family and team work to be critical for survival in this world, and can be a bit preachy when conveying his opinions.

Team: Formerly Team Quake
Guild Affiliation: Glyph's Guild: Guild Master

Family: Glyde the Flygon (Sister)
Glen the Trapinch (Nephew)

Other NPCs

Raiden the Feraligatr: Scarred Feraligatr with extensive combat experience. Typically seen wearing a cloak.

Brick the Poliwrath: Trainer for new recruits. Member of Glyph's Guild.

Letho the Sableye: Street-smart member of Glyph's Guild.

Shiny Keldeo

Breeze the Shaymin

Breeze

Gender: Female

Pokémon: Shaymin

Ability: Serene Grace

Special Item: Gracidea Flower

Moveset:

• Seed Flare
• Energy Ball
• Air Slash
• Solarbeam

Personality: Don't let the name fool you, this Pokemon is as rough and tough as they come. She's a veteran explorer with tons of experience, and some power to back that up. Though most of this demeanor is just for show. In truth, she is generally a very gentle and caring Pokemon, resorting to violence when there is no alternative. Although... sometimes she's just kind of... gone... it's hard to explain unless you're there to witness it. She tends to be a nomad, never staying in one place for long unless she has a good reason.

Backstory: Breeze was born in Shaymin Village on the Grass Continent. As a child, she always wondered what the world was like outside of their village, and often traveled to the Sky Peak to try and see as far as she could. Since she was still so young, though, her parents forbade her to leave until she was old enough.

When she finally did become old enough, her parents let her leave without any objection. They knew their little girl was a grown up now, and ready to see all that the world offered. And so she was off on her journey across the world. At first, things were a bit bumpy. She got banged up in quite a few Mystery Dungeons she wasn't prepared for, and soon found herself at a Guild on the Grass Continent.

She didn't register as a Guild Affiliate, but it was there that she started her own team, finding those who shared her dreams of seeing the world. She formed a team with two other Pokemon: Sonya the Emolga, and Lola the Gligar. Together they traveled across each and every continent, exploring all they could before moving on.

However, at some point, their team known as Windflower disbanded for unknown reasons. Sonya and Lola went off the grid, leaving Breeze alone once more in the world. However, she was far more prepared than she was when she first met them, and was confident in her abilities on her own. However, something deep inside still longed for the friendship that disappeared. Eventually she made her way to the Sand Continent, where she heard of Folio Town, a town built inside a massive tree. This, she had to see for herself...

Team: Formerly Team Windflower

Guild Affiliation: No Stable Affiliations

Selena the Bayleef

Selena

Gender: Female

Pokémon: Bayleef

Ability: Leaf Guard

Moveset:

• Razor Leaf
• Solarbeam
• Safeguard
• Protect

Personality: She can be quite skittish around strangers, even after evolving from Chikorita. She absolutely hates fighting, but her father, a Venusaur, made sure she could easily defend herself if need be. She tends to frequent the same places every day, following the set schedule she has developed over a lot of years. If she makes a friend, it is something she will cherish forever. That being said, she doesn't have too many friends... She tends to be treated as somewhat of an outcast due to her personality. It visibly shows most of the time, due to her being unable to properly control her emotions.

Backstory: Selena was born in Folio Town to a Venusaur named Brute and a Meganium named Leanne. Her parents lived on the outskirts of the town. Due to this, she had little interaction with other kids her age. She lived a solitary life, with her family being her only anchor. Things were soon to change however.

When a cooking accident burned down the family's home, they were forced to move into town. This was the first time she had been into town, and Selena was terrified. Suddenly she had been thrust into a world in which she had no clue how to act. Sure, some Pokemon tried to make friends with her at first. But each time she would end up running away, not used to having friends.

Over time her father trained her almost day and night, something she loathed with a passion. She hated fighting, and thus hated the training her father put her through. Soon the training triggered her evolution into a Bayleef, something that caught her off guard and caused her to become more reclusive than before. She completely stopped training and ended up spending a lot of time dangerously close to the entrance to the Folio Trunk.

Slowly she has started to come out of her shell a little, spending small amounts of time near the Town Plaza. Sadly, by this time, most of the kids her age and evolutionary stage treat her as an outcast and tend to avoid and make fun of her. She is very clearly hurt by this rejection, often running off in tears as she can't control her emotions well. She continues to search for someone who understands her position and would be her friend.

Team: Devon's Team - Name Undecided

Guild Affiliation: Glyph's Guild

Ember the Quilava

Ember

Gender: Female

Pokémon: Quilava

Ability: Blaze

Moveset:

• Ember
• Flame Wheel
• Quick Attack
• Dig

Personality: Ember has a fiery spirit, and that's no pun on her fire typing. She tends to be a wild child, and often gets mixed in with the wrong crowds. She eventually wises up, though. She's a gentle spirit at the core, and doesn't have a wicked bone in her body. However, getting her angry is a big mistake... the last Pokemon to get on her last nerve ended up with third degree burns for about a week. She hasn't had much training or battle experience before, which makes her a rookie when it comes to dungeon exploration, which she is an avid fan of.

Backstory: Ember was born a Cyndaquil to a single Typhlosion mother who lived near the center of Folio Town. Her father had gone missing months before after he kept raving about an unproven discovery of a second Mystery Dungeon in high branches of the Folio Trunk. Only his treasure bag was ever found, no sign of what happened to him has been found to this day.

Not having a strong father figure caused Ember to get mixed up with some bad Pokemon around town, one in particular being a young and reckless Tyrogue named Bruce. Over time she had many falling outs with the fighting type, but somehow always ended up back in the group again. This often put her at ends with her mother.

Soon enough, as is the natural process, Ember evolved into Quilava. At first she hated her new form, she had trouble walking around with her longer body and was upset that she couldn't get into many places she could when she was a Cyndaquil. Over time she has slowly started to wise up, and now has been trying to teach Bruce and his gang the error of their ways. It's... not going well. Recently her temper has begun to flare more than ever, and Bruce is about to touch that potentially deadly last nerve. She's been working on controlling her nasty temper since that incident when the Servine at the Blue Treeko stepped on her foot by accident... yeah, they don't talk about that much.

Team: Devon's Team - Name Undecided
Guild Affiliation: Glyph's Guild

Fuse the Luxio

Ligero "Fuse"

Gender: Male

Pokémon: Luxio

Ability: Intimidate

Moveset:

• Spark
• Thunder Fang
• Bite
• Discharge

Personality: He gained the nickname "Fuse" because, well, he's got a short fuse. He's got a small temper, but if something truly eats at him, it doesn't take long for him to get angry. However, it takes something BIG to get him angry. Something like someone getting mugged in an alley, or a brutal four versus one battle. He's normally pretty relaxed, and is happy to help out someone in need. Other than his quirks, he's a pretty normal young Luxio. Except... he considers himself an outcast from his tribe due to his many failures, and has decided not to return until he feels he has redeemed himself.

Backstory: He doesn't remember much about where he was born, they didn't stay there long. He was born to parents in a nomad Luxray Tribe, always on the move across the Desert Continent. His childhood was a fairly normal one, except for one thing: a long standing feud between his tribe and a tribe of Manectrics and Electrikes who lived on the same land. Almost every day there was some kind of battle raged. This was the one thing he hated about his family, which helped lead to his short temper in these situations.

Eventually he became old enough to set out on his own, which was kind of a right of passage for the Luxray Clan. He was sent out to find an artifact that belonged to the Luxray Clan, which was stolen by the Manectric Clan long ago. He tracked the artifact across the Desert Continent, but failed to find its location. Eventually, the trail went cold.

He came upon a rather large town, though, and found out about Pokemon Law Enforcement. He applied to become an officer, where he trained and eventually evolved into Luxio. However, he failed when his attitude was put to the test in a number of scenarios. Another failure. He'd failed his tribe, and he'd failed himself. He wouldn't return until he had righted his wrongs, he decided.

After that, he traveled the land alone. He'd grown used to it by now. At least, until his supplies were stolen by a gang of Outlaw Pokemon. It looked like he was finished. But he would be saved by Guildmembers from the Folio Town Guild. They brought him to Folio, where he finally had a chance to right his wrongs. He would end up joining the Guild as a solo member, not wanting to burden anyone with his personal dilemma. And that has been where he's stayed ever since.

Team: None

Guild Affiliation: Folio Guild

Fun Fact: Fuse's real name means "Light" in Spanish

Rules and Guidelines

• Follow the rules of the Roleplayer's Guild.
• Do not god-mode or powerplay.
• Do not overpower yourself or others. We like to have fun here.
• Do not metagame.
• Only bunny (autowalk) characters if you have permission, or if the other person has not posted in some time.
• Never autohit.
• Do not mix IC and OOC. A character is a character. You are you.
• Avoid breaking lore. Thrall cannot save you.

Post collaboration is fine, however if it's taking you a week to write it and dragging down the RP, reconsider its use.

Post often. Real life takes priority, but do try to let everyone know in advanced if there's a hold-up of over three days. If you wish to drop the RP, it would be much appreciated if you notify everyone in the OOC.

There is no post order. That said, be mindful and considerate.

Post should be two paragraphs or more; at the very least enough for someone to respond to. Spelling, grammar and punctuation do not need to be perfect, however if no one can comprehend what you're writing, there's a very big problem.

Finally, please start your character in an area other characters can interact with you.

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time

@Lucius Cypher Either! ^^

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time

@Lucius Cypher

That's fine! I'll do what I can to get you up to speed. When I make the thread (hopefully today soon) I'll put a tl;dr on what Mystery Dungeon is all about. I guess the basics is it's a Pokemon-only world. Humans don't exist (though that's a complicated thing). You might want to do some bulbapedia research. Or you can give me an idea for a character and I can help you out on building it. Or your character could have been hit on the head by a rock and remember nothing. :D

@Shiny Keldeo

Playing as a Shaymin is fine since they are an abundant species, however Sky-Form won't be permanent. As per the games, the Shaymin revert in town and will only change during dungeons, etc. All I want for the RP is to have power-levels at least somewhat even (or at least not drastically skewed?), with every character growing as the RP progresses. I know you like your grass reindeer, so we can always have a quest or something to make it a permanent form. Could make for an interesting adventure.

As the RP progresses, I will probably open up access to stronger characters to do things, or something. I don't know, it really depends on the flow of the RP. Right now myself and @Light Lord will be controlling major NPCs.

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Crossroads of Time

This is just what I have copy pasted from what's going to be the real thread:

Character Creation

Characters are limited to first and middle stage Pokémon only (unless you are a chosen storyteller). For example, Charmander and Charmeleon are acceptable, but Charizard is not. Additionally, an Eevee is acceptable, but its evolutions are not. As is Riolu, but not Lucario, and so forth. We've also reached our human limit, so for now, no more transformed humans.

Your character can be good, evil, or anywhere in-between. If you wish for your character to be on the villainous-side of the spectrum, please send me a message.

Please thoroughly fill out each relevant section. If you are afraid of other players using your backstory to meta-game, you are more than welcome to send me a private message with the information. Once your character sheet has been accepted by me, you may post it to the characters tab and begin posting. You may add additional information to your skeleton as you deem necessary.

You are encouraged to select a font color for your character's dialogue. That said, the color must contrast well will the site's dark background, in a way that it is easily able to be read. There are many acceptable colors. If you need assistance, you need only ask.

Character Sheet

Name:
Gender:
Pokémon:
Ability:
Moveset: Limit to Four Moves

Personality:
Backstory:

Team: Optional
Guild Affiliation: Optional

As far as rules go, I don't have that many aside from post to the best of your ability (as long as your ability is easily comprehensible), and don't godmode/power-play/meta-game, things of that nature. I'll have a solid rule list up for the thread. I already have the thread mostly made, just waiting on interest. I didn't really want to flood the interest check with all of that stuff, but what can you do.

I have a lot of plot ideas, and they're loose enough that a player's actions will have a real, actual impact on the story's development. I'm allergic to rail-roading, and I try my best to avoid it at all costs, while still maintaining a meaningful story. So, take that as you will.

Oh... also, I want to note there are (at least) three distinct villainous-ish groups. If your character falls on the grey/black spectrum, I will do whatever I can to accommodate, and give them some purpose.

@Light Lord and I have already hammered out the opening post. Well, I still need to write up some things on a few NPCs to give more openings, but if you want a taste of what's to come...

First Post...ish

[Folio Trunk - Secret Room]

On the floor of a cavern, a lone blue reptile lay on it’s back. Tongue hanging out of the side of it’s mouth with eyes shut and breathing slow. The strangely colored Totodile was unconscious, but not for long. The lids of the creatures eyes twitched, and soon fluttered open to gaze upon the ceiling.

Huh?....What happened…..? Where am I?

Immediately assaulting the Totodile's senses was the scent of fresh water, likely coming from a spring, somewhere. To the Pokémon's side was a pool fed from a few small waterfalls trickling from the ceiling of what appeared to be a cave of some sort. Certainly an odd cave, as it had a surprising amount of foliage. Moss flourished on both the cavern's floor and walls, while small trees, plants and a few flowers could be seen scattered about the dimly lit chamber.

The Pokémon sat up, tongue retreating back into its jaws as it’s head scanned the environment slowly.

....I’m really drawing a blank. I don’t recognize this place….? Or do I?.....I-I….I can’t think of…..I can’t think of anything. My head really hurts too…..Did I smack it off a rock or something?....Ok, start with the basics. My name is…….

A frown defaced the young Water-type’s maw. I don’t know who I am! What’s going on!? Tilting his head downward to view his little blue toes and claws, they all wiggled a bit. The frown on the crocodile growing deeper. ....I don’t know WHAT I am either….I think I’m a…..Uh…..To...Toto...Dile? Totodile. That’s it. That seems right.

The amnesic lizard put it’s hands down onto the earth in front of him, and pushed itself into an odd standing position. The Pokémon waving it’s stubby arms around wildly as it wobbled a bit. Eye’s spinning from the sudden headrush. Whoa….T-This doesn’t feel right….Ugh…

The Totodile grabbed at it’s head, and tried to navigate away from the spring to no avail. The Water-type found itself stumbling towards the small body of water and driving his snout right into it with a loud splash. The reptile pulled it’s face from the water to cough and sputter, blowing the water out of it’s nostrils. Ugh….Well, at least I feel a bit more awake. That actually was pretty nice…. It would think to itself as deep brown eyes stared at the reflection on the pond's surface. The Totodile blinked at itself. ....So that’s what my face looks like huh?.....It feels…Off…….I’m probably just crazy. It’s my face after all…

An odd vworping noise echoed from behind him as a figure materialized. It was then the Big Jaw Pokémon heard a sultry, silvery voice, "You must be Devon."

The voice made the Totodile turn it’s head to look behind its shoulder, and raise a brow to the owner of the voice. "Uh….Am I? I kinda don’t remember…." Hearing it's own clearly male, raspy voice, the Big Jaw Pokémon paused for another few seconds in confusion before turning his back to the shore of the pond and sitting on his butt. Staring at his visitor and nodding slowly. "Devon….I think that might be me, yeah. That sounds right. And who are you?"

Stepping out from the shadows, the figure revealed itself. A short black dress hung around the newcomer's frame, with wing-like protrusions coming from her back. Though differing in both appearance and color, Devon would identify the young woman as a Gardevoir.

"You don't remember? How sad..." Rolling her eyes, she let out a slightly irritated sigh as she placed her hands on her hips. "Introductions will not do us much good, however I am Lady Lilith." Lifting a delicate hand to her cheek, Lilith scanned over the Totodile with a tinge of remorse evident upon her features. "You know, in another place... another time, we could have been friends."

Continuing to stare at the odd looking Gardevoir, Devon tilted his head. "Huh? What do you mean by that?"

Placing a palm to her forehead for a moment, she then brushed it off. "...Of course, you've just arrived here, haven't you? You simply do not know, and that is of course no one's fault. Devon..." A flash of pink shimmered in the darkness as the Gardevoir's gaze met Devon's. "I cannot allow you to live."

The threat nearly made Devon fall back into the pond. Thankfully, he was caught by his stubby tail as he yelled and brought up his claws in front of his face. "WHOA HOLD ON! WHAT DID I DO!? WHATEVER IT IS I CAN'T REMEMBER! I'M SORRY!"

With those sinister words, Lilith's form began to glow a green briefly before light-green leaves began to fire towards Devon. [LILITH used MAGICAL LEAF!]

A turquoise force field appeared before Devon. [??? used PROTECT]

The Totodile still had his arms up, cowering in fear. Waiting for the impact of that super-effective move that would no doubt kill him in only a few blows. It took about two more seconds of hiding before he would get brave. Sneaking a peak between his claws to look in front of him at the random force field. "Huh? A shield? Who did that?"

Lilith's expression faltered as the Protect was erected in front of Devon, her projectiles flying off harmlessly. "...Tch." Holding her arm out, the Gardevoir called out, "Show yourself!"

Padding through the Secret Room's entryway, a blue-ringed Umbreon came into view.

"Karaha, how dare you interfere with my plans."

With the Protect still shielding Devon, the Umbreon cocked his head. "...Do I know you?" After a moment of looking over the Gardevoir, the Umbreon picked up the pace to step in front of the Totodile. The Protect faded, and the Umbreon—Karaha—emitted a low growl. "We need to leave, now." Glancing at the brown satchel draped across his back, Karaha spoke, "There's an orb in there. Grab it."

Devon didn't waste any time heading the Umbreon's command. The Totodile quickly got to his feet, and practically tripped onto the Moonlight Pokémon as he shoved his grubby little hands into the bag and felt around. "Oh yeah we do! This girl is crazy! I swear I didn't do anything to her!"

"You cannot escape me."

Holding her arms into the air, Lilith began to gather energy. A pink orb coalesced between her hands before it was fired at the Umbreon. [LILITH used MOONBLAST!]

Devon's arm came back out of the bag, and in his grip was a small turquoise colored crystal ball. His head darted to the still attacking Psychic in front of them and gasped. "Oh crap! Move!" The reptile reeled back, and tackled the Dark-type with his full weight in an attempt to get them both out of the blasts impact range.

As Devon attempted to move the pair out of harm's way, the orb began to emit a brilliant white light, which enveloped them. [DEVON used an ESCAPE ORB]

[Folio Town - Town Plaza]

Faceplanting into bark, the Umbreon was successfully moved.

"Excellent... work." A few pained grunts escaped Karaha's maw as he picked himself up from under the Totodile. Shaking himself off, he thoroughly examined Devon before speaking, "I have a very important question. That woman, do you know her?"

Devon rolled off of his stomach and onto his side, still holding his head as he looked up at the Umbreon. A sad frown drooping his maw. "Nope. Or uh….Maybe? I don’t actually know. I just kinda woke up in that cave, and now I can’t remember anything at all. Except for my name. She somehow knew my name, But I swear I don’t have or want anything to do with that crazy jerk."

"...She knew my name as well, and I assure you I've heard nothing of her." Sitting down near Devon, Karaha let out a soft sigh. "You woke up in the middle of a Secret Room... that deep inside of Folio? And you do not remember anything...? Well... I'm Karaha, as that woman said..." Furrowing his brows, he tilted his head, "...do you not remember your hometown? Family? Anything aside from your name?"

The lost Totodile pushed himself off the ground, and crossed his arms to give a headshake to Karaha. "No...Just my name. I’m Devon, and thanks for the save Karaha." His head tilted to the floor. "I don’t know what I’m gonna do now though. Try to jog my memory I guess? How would I even do that….?"

Pondering the Totodile's question for a moment, Karaha finally shook his head, coming up with nothing. "I... I could not tell you. Perhaps you hit your head... if that's the case you should recover within the day. Sustenance would help."

A small smile played across his maw, "Also, you are quite welcome. You seemed in need of help, and I happened to be there."

Leaning back a bit, Devon’s frown began to progress into a smirk. "Glad you were. Else I would have been cut up by a bunch of leaves. Wouldn’t that have been a grand way to go." The Water-types gaze slowly drifted around, watching as crowds of Pokémon made their way through the streets that appear to made out of…..Bark?. There was also leaves high above their head, and a bunch more foliage and plant life around the buildings and shops. The scene both amazed Devon, and slightly intimidated him. It’s not like he knew where to go. "So uh….You mentioned food would help right? This looks like a giant tree, so is there like, fruit growing around here or something? Where are we?"

The Umbreon couldn't help but let out a soft chuckle when Devon spoke about his hometown. "...A giant tree is an apt description. This is Folio Town, and as you can see we live atop the tree's branches." After his explanation, one of Devon's comments finally hit him. Standing up, Karaha gave him a puzzled expression, "...Fruit? Errrm, I don't believe so. Not here, anyway. No, no... there's an inn around here and they..." Putting a paw to his head, he cocked it. "You know, we do not often get travelers here. I'm actually surprised there's an inn to begin with. Actually, no I do take that back. The food there is quite delicious, and I suppose there are patrons who cannot make it home afterwards, so... that would explain the rooms..."

Flushing beneath his fur, Karaha continued, "...enough of my prattling. Follow me."

Standing up, Devon snickered a hit at the Dark-type’s embarrassment. ”Sure. Right behind you.” Stumbling a bit in Karaha’s direction to follow, the odd Totodile finally got some sort of awkward walking motion down. If you call taking a few steps, then falling back on his tail like a kickstand ‘walking’.