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Apr 5, 2016 5:13:32 GMT
Post by Gray Finnegan on Apr 5, 2016 5:13:32 GMT
sleeping, like dying, delivers you from one world to the next - to rest in crypts and wake in gardens.
| Aquacorde was a little bigger than Vaniville, but not by much. It was a little more polished though. It gave off more of a polished vibe, and even though Gray was very slowly moving forward (yet to even get her first Pokemon), she couldn't help but feel like she was making progress. It would be a long first day. She sat herself at one of the round tables in the town square, resting her chin on her hands and gazing out dreamily at the grass in the background of the first route. Pokemon lived there. Pokemon she could catch and train and make friends with. It seemed childish, but now that she was here, and her license application was accepted, the excitement was unbelievable. Gray re-read the text for what had to be the twentieth time already. Two other trainers who were taking the same journey. So they really had only accepted three, after all. She wondered briefly what they would be like, which Pokemon they would choose first... either way, it would be good to meet them, even if they were sort of competition. Leaving the phone on the table, she leaned back and crossed one leg over the other, adjusting her shorts. Hopefully they would tell by her appearance and the backpack that she was one of them. At the same time, she checked every passerby for a white lab coat... | |
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Apr 5, 2016 20:07:51 GMT
Post by Leona Chambers on Apr 5, 2016 20:07:51 GMT
| "Oh, my apologies... am I late?"
A girl, tailed by two other people who seemed to be escorting her, quickly descending upon the cafe table beside Gray.
"Oh my goodness, I'm sorry... h-has everybody else already left? Am I late for my very first important meeting?" she asked, practically hyperventilating as she thought about the possibility of rejection... before checking her watch.
"Oh. 11:45... the aide might not be here until the scheduled time at twelve. I'm not late..." she reaffirmed, half to say it and half to reassure herself she wasn't in any trouble.
"Are you one of the other people who's coming here to get your starter and a verified license?" she asked Gray, eyes filled with a brimming curiosity. This girl could certainly change attitudes like a light switch.
"Oh, in that case... um, hi! I'm Leona Chambers, from all the way out in Unova. I'm... a little new here. Who are you?" |
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Apr 5, 2016 22:48:21 GMT
Post by Serena on Apr 5, 2016 22:48:21 GMT
did you need someone? ▼ » It was around that time that a man with dark hair passed by, wearing a dress shirt and a formal dress.
"Excuse me, ladies- your names mightn't happen to be Ms. Finnegan and Ms. Chambers?" he asked, with a knowing smile.
While he wasn't wearing a lab coat, he was carrying a white messenger bag with Lumiose Labs' insignia on the side, a black ring with a bright yellow flower within.
"I'm an aide of the head Professor, and I've been sent here to deliver unto you your Pokemon!"
He set out a glass-topped case containing three distinctive Poke Balls- normal, outside of the emblems carved on their tops- one had what appeared to be a little plume of flame, the second a rain cloud, and the third a tiny sapling. They shook a little as they were placed on the table.
"These contain the Pokemon you'll be partnered with for the duration of your time as a Trainer in Kalos. Official registration has been kind of rare these days, since parents giving Pokemon to their children and people learning battling through trial and error has become commonplace. But! You'll be happy to hear that these three little guys are as happy and healthy as could be. They're not the easiest to raise, but they'll grow up to be strong." he commented. "Please, take your pick. Your licenses ensure that we trust you with their care." |
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Apr 6, 2016 4:40:13 GMT
Post by Gray Finnegan on Apr 6, 2016 4:40:13 GMT
sleeping, like dying, delivers you from one world to the next - to rest in crypts and wake in gardens.
| The first newcomer was extraordinarily blonde, pretty, and well-kept. Gray self-consciously adjusted her baseball cap. At the same time, if this was another dex holder, she provided pretty good contrast and the trainer could tell already that they'd make good rivals. Or friends. Or whatever happened first."You're fine," Gray reassured her, stifling a laugh and leaning further back in her chair, tilting it in the way her school teachers always hated. When the girl's attention moved swiftly back to Gray, she nearly fell backwards. Instead, she moved quickly forwards, chair landing back on all fours with a clang."Sure am," she replied proudly to the question, somewhat happy that the girl wasn't from Kalos originally. "Leona? I'm Gray - Finnegan," she added quickly, offering her a sheepish smile. She was about to ask what made her come all the way out to Kalos, but before she was able, a professional-looking man joined them and immediately Gray's self-assured attitude disappeared and was replaced with awe at the box he placed on the table. The three starters. And they could just... pick?Taking a quick look at Leona to see if she'd made up her mind yet - and well aware that they were missing a third individual - Gray pointed determinedly at the one with the little plume of fire. Fire types were generally considered the easiest to start with, apparently, so she wasn't taking any chances with a water or grass type this early in her Pokemon journey. She learned some basics in school, but could tell already as she watched the ball twitch that it wouldn't be easy going. Especially if she ended up losing to some 10 year old snot on the first route."The fire one," she said, staring at the ball for a moment as if she was making sure she knew what she wanted, and then her gaze lifted quickly to the man who had presented them - "please."
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Apr 6, 2016 22:11:15 GMT
Post by Leona Chambers on Apr 6, 2016 22:11:15 GMT
| "Oh, thank goodness I'm on time. Can you imagine how embarrassing it might be if I turned up here late?"
Upon Gray's reassurance, she seemed to perk up a little.
"Gray, hm? I've never heard a name like that before." she commented. "But it is a very nice name!"
That was when the young guy with the satchel approached the table. Oh, good, the aide she'd been called about.
"Oh, sir! Finally- Gray and I were starting to get just a bit worried."
Now was the time to finalize the big decision! No more take-backs, this was all for real!
"Oh, um... in that case, is it all right if I had Froakie, the Water-type? I think it's awfully cute, so perhaps it would be a good fit for my team!"
Did it seem shallow that she was choosing a Pokemon off of appearances? She hoped not. After all, Pokemon had a tendency to shift and change their appearances. Most wouldn't stay cute and placid forever! Froakie as a species all just seemed so laid back and easy to work with...
"Yes. That's going to be my choice."
Leona had studied at Castelia for years, and often made it a point to instigate combat on Nimbasa's Battle Subway. She and her Minccino were a great team, but they never made it far in an actual tournament.
Where was the third person that was supposed to be coming? No matter what, he'd be stuck with the Grass type whether that was his preference or not. |
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Apr 7, 2016 23:18:21 GMT
Post by Serena on Apr 7, 2016 23:18:21 GMT
take care. ▼ » "Fennekin and Froakie, eh? I have to warn you- both are rambunctious little things." the aide warned, before opening the glass case and placing the two requested Poke Balls on the table.
"Fennekin's your fire type. His diet is the usual compared to other Pokemon, and will eat basically any usual organic Pokemon food you can find. You'll notice he might try to singe and chew on sticks pretty often- don't worry, that's him trying to find a suitable wand before he evolves into Braixen. Make sure to take him on long walks with you, since he gets cranky without his daily exercise! Also, don't worry about his ears- even if they make the air around you sweltering, he won't burn you as long as he trusts you."
"As for Froakie, generally the placid type. Outside of battle she always kind of looks like she's taking a nap. Don't let the eyes fool you- she has an advanced sense of hearing and can jump up to ten feet in the air to avoid attackers. Much faster than she looks, so don't leave her unattended for very long or she may try to get into trouble. Also, take her for dips in pools, ponds and rivers often, and provide lots of fresh water. A hydrated Water-type is a happy Water-type!" he recommended with a wink.
"I know you're going to to a great job with these two. Miss Tsuga asked that I tell you to stop by our place in Lumiose City once you make it over that way. We have lots more to show you there. I'm Pietro- the head guy when it comes to behavior research. I've logged a ton into the Pokedex system ever since I was a beginner like you guys!" he commented.
"Oh, right. Before I forget..."
He slid two devices across the table- one red and the other blue. They appeared to be holographic touch-screen devices. "Here are your Pokedexes- essentially doubling as smartphones and encyclopedias. Feel free to look up any info you need on Kalos and its wildlife, or add more information if you find something that's not there. They're normally super expensive, but registered Trainers like you can get them for the low, low price of... nothing! Nothing but your parents' tax money, that is." |
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Apr 8, 2016 21:21:20 GMT
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Post by rakutsu on Apr 8, 2016 21:21:20 GMT
"WAIT!"
The three would hear a loud yell coming from behind them and would see a teenage boy running towards them. Anyone could see the panicking expression that was on his face while he was running.
He tried to stop in his tracks, but would end up crashing on the table next to them and falling. A small groan of pain escaped his lips as he slowly got up from the group while using the table to support himself.
"Am I late? It looks like I'm late."
Rakutsu asked while looking around to see the girls with their pokeballs and the aid ready to leave.
"Ya I'm late." Rakutsu said with defeat in his voice.
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Apr 9, 2016 3:34:47 GMT
Post by Gray Finnegan on Apr 9, 2016 3:34:47 GMT
sleeping, like dying, delivers you from one world to the next - to rest in crypts and wake in gardens.
| Leona chose the water type, and immediately Gray's eyes narrowed. Sure, if she really wanted to have the advantage, she could have waited for her to go first... but then again, neither Froakie nor Chestnut or whatever its name was were very appealing. Gray could be civil, but the blonde had effectively signed herself up as Rival #1. When the aide began speaking about diet and behavior, Gray listened intently, eyes wide as she looked at the pokeball eagerly and then back up at the man as he spoke. Okay, so this was way more detailed than she thought it would be. Of course all Pokemon had different personalities - natures? - but chewing and burning sticks... hot ears... Despite all of the warnings, she promised herself she'd simply have to learn to love the little fox, no matter what sort of trouble it caused.Her smile widened and she took hold of the Pokeball as soon as Pietro mentioned his own work in the Pokedex. #goals. She reached for the red Pokedex, hastily strapping it on her wrist and beginning to scroll through various functions. This was basically Christmas.The final dex holder seemed to have shown up late, and Gray stifled a laugh as he showed up, looking somewhat defeated. Would this become a habit? Either way, he seemed nice, but he was left with only one choice. At least they were all guaranteed to be great Pokemon - with the right care, of course."Pietro's not gone yet, so you're not too late," Gray said with a grin, glancing up at Pietro and standing herself up from the table, Pokeball in hand. She was nervous to release it among the aide and the other dex holders. Might wait until Route 1.
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Apr 9, 2016 17:33:33 GMT
Post by Leona Chambers on Apr 9, 2016 17:33:33 GMT
| "Thank you!" replied Leona, quickly snatching up both the Pokeball and the new Pokedex that had been presented to her.
It felt great, the feeling of that in her hands again- that sort of power and potential that had been stripped away one too many times. The only way to describe it was 'freedom'.
In contrast to Gray, she was the first to release her Pokemon from the container, surprised and elated to see a pair of bright yellow eyes staring up at her in confusion and some amount of ambivalence.
"Hey there, little one! I'm your new Trainer!" she greeted the Pokemon, softly petting its foamy collar. The amphibian recoiled just slightly, before hopping closer. What a little darling!
"Does 'Kiki' sound like a good name?" she asked Gray innocently, trying to come up with something good out of the syllables of the species name.
That was when Rakutsu nearly barreled in.
"Oh, hi! You must be... the third Trainer, right? Chespin's the only one left, so I guess that one is yours!" she chimed, before going back to ogling over her new partner.
"Hey, Gray- once this guy gets his things, why don't we all head out to Route 1 together? The people I'm staying with already gave me a few Poke Balls and some medicine, so I'm totally willing to share with you guys."
Froakie was already propped up on her hair in the blink of an eye, just as fast as the aide had warned.
"Oh, and before I forget- thank you, Pietro!" |
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Apr 9, 2016 17:47:31 GMT
Post by Serena on Apr 9, 2016 17:47:31 GMT
Are you sure that's okay? ▼ » So, Rakutsu Hayasa had finally arrived.
"Good morning! You must be Rakutsu." Pietro greeted, though he seemed a little bit worried. After all, by coming late he had compromised his own chances of obtaining a starter Pokemon other than Chespin.
"I'm sorry to say, but there is only one Pokemon remaining- Chespin. You'll take good care of him, right?" asked the aide. "I promise, he's really affectionate- even if those spiky hugs might hurt just a bit. He curls up into a prickly ball when scared, and can eject his leafy spines in a dangerous situation. He eats mostly plant matter, but likes fresh fruit best of all." he explained.
"Here- I also have a Pokedex for you."
That's when Leona made her offer.
"Oh, are you lacking in the items department? Here, I have a gift- each of you can have two empty Poke Balls and three Potions from my bag- I have just enough for all of you to have the same number..." he said.
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Apr 11, 2016 1:05:36 GMT
Post by Gray Finnegan on Apr 11, 2016 1:05:36 GMT
sleeping, like dying, delivers you from one world to the next - to rest in crypts and wake in gardens.
| "Hmm?" Gray looked over at Leona, eyes landing immediately on the Froakie as it was released. It was surreal, somehow, even though she had seen so many Pokemon time and time again. This one was new - and hers would look as bright and eager-eyed as the little watery frog. Or so she hoped.
"I like Kiki," she admitted, smiling. She'd have to come up with a name for her fox too. Finally giving in, she took a long look at the pokeball and released the Fennekin, which popped out with a bit of a hot burst. He barked at Gray before looking around at the others, then stood determinedly in front of the girl. Just like Pietro said, Gray could feel a noticeably warm sensation coming from the ears.
After a moment, she nodded to Leona. May as well get through the first route together, since they were all here. After that, they would probably proceed at their own pace.
"I'm fine with that, but I am a bit of a completionist. I might be a bit slower than you," she added after a moment with a sheepish grin. Taking a glance at Pietro, she accepted the items from him gratefully, feeling somewhat underprepared.
"Thanks again!! So, Leona - shall we head off? Rakutsu, meet you there!"
Another flash of a smile and Gray turned on her heel, marching towards route 1 with her Fennekin trailing behind her. The name would come soon. For now, she couldn't decide.
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