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golden boy

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twenty-seven

september 23

slateport city

najwa

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najwa essam

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kim cole-essam

AN AQUA ASSEMBLY

POSTED ON Mar 17, 2021 16:53:14 GMT

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The propensity at which Kim holds himself is unchanging, the overall laid back attitude still in place despite the situation that would otherwise beckon stress- specifically from those brought forth unwillingly.

While Kim agrees that the meeting was necessary and felt those it pertained to should not be left in the dark by the council’s decisions, he could not help but disagree with the method that Dahlia had taken to bring them all into the same room. It was degrading to be singled out in such fashion.

“I think it was the only way to ensure that everyone would come. If it was optional to have you all meet then it’s likely at least half of you wouldn’t show.”

Kim requests Stormy’s drink for her- the same as his but without alcohol- the bartender returning Kim’s drink to him as the two were swapped out for one another.

“At least hear out what has to be said and comment afterwards. If not for anything else, do it for me.”

He smiles sweetly, looking to the two as he takes a sip of his drink.

“And when everything’s said and done, we can all go get some lunch… or dinner, depending on what time of day it is. Ooooh, I can pick up Najwa and you can meet her, Kay. There’s a surprise I gotta show both of you too.”

Kim at least hoped the meeting would not end as bumpily as it started.

cait alfric | Stormy Silph

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Twenty-Eight

October 30th

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Zac Ramsay

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POSTED ON Mar 17, 2021 17:10:43 GMT

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    Zac beamed at Orion. "Councilman Orion, ay? Great to finally put a name to a face. We never formally met at michiko maeda 's cleaning shindig, but I saw the great start you made on her trees." He held out a rough hand to shake, only to pull the councilman into an engulfing hug.
    "I've got great respect for any man who can handle nature and is willing to get his hands dirty. And any friend of Michi is a friend of mine," Zac said, letting Orion go four or five seconds after it became weird.
    Unknown to the councilman, Zac took great joy in re-trimming the Pyroar topiary whenever he visited Michi, and it felt good to properly thank the other man for his hard work.
  "I appreciate your kind words, and your generous thanks, and I'm looking forward to working with you in the future." Zac shot Orion a sunbeam grin as he corrected himself. "Working together again, I should say."

Orion Lykos

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Thirty One

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Sénon Game

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POSTED ON Mar 17, 2021 20:22:40 GMT

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He acknowledged Zac Ramsay 's arrival with a nod. He hadn't spoken to the man on the day he'd been chosen by Tapu Bulu but it was quite regal the way life bloomed around him now.

His Biome Badge Contest weeks back would have been a real messy bit of fun if the jungle reacted to his presence the way the potted plants were here.

He continued his snack at his leisure only just now taking into account that the room was being filled with demigods. He knew about Cait and saw the aftermath of Zac's ascension with his own eyes. Stormy's was near common knowledge among the rangers and apparently FERNANDO SILPH was one as well.

He'd heard Selena Desmarais was among their number but she wasn't here yet. But kim cole-essam , Orion Lykos , Thomas Benoit ? Were they here as administrators of the league or were they here as avatars of the gods?

The questions only made him question that much more why he'd been requested to attend.

Kim Cole seemed to speak with wisdom and logic. It was a shady move to imply criminality for not attending this meeting but it was also a best laid plan to get those desired to show up.

His guess was even if all but one agreed to the terms, that one still wouldn't come under arrest.

For now he was more interested in guessing who was going to fall on what side of the line of signing on or not.

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Balder

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February 12

Alola

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Dark Avenger

Bodyguard of Dahlia

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Balder Schwartz

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POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 1:49:24 GMT

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A letter? What Letter? He didn't receive one.... For it was part of his work now.[break][break]

On the other side of the door, in the corridor, a man was escorting his new boss to the location. Once they had arrived, the man held a hand, indicating to the lady to stop. I'll go in first. If it's safe, I'll knock 3 times on the door." After acquiring her agreement in any manner, he entered and closed the door quietly behind him.[break][break]

Dressed completely in black, gloves covering his hands and sunglasses before his eye, a bluetooth earpiece hooked upon his right ear, a new security Guard had joined the forces of Dahlia, Balder Schwartz was standing before the door, analyzing everyone present. His gaze rested on those that he knew, mostly FERNANDO SILPH , Stormy Silph , Sénon Game , illeana reyes , Orion Lykos and kyle lopez , as well as those he didn't know.[break][break]

While his gaze lingered a bit longer on Stormy, remembering past events, no one would notice thanks to his sunglasses. And he quickly moved on to analyze the other individuals, making sure none would represent a threat. Once the situation had been ascertained, the man's right hand slowly moved to meet the door behind him. Slowly, his knuckles collided with the body of the door.[break][break]

3 slow knocks to determine the fate of this assembly.[break]
3 knocks indicating the beginning of the doom.

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Lars

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thirty-three

july 26

alto mare, johto

don’t know, don’t care

ranger & courier

ex-head ranger

tonight

is gonna be the loneliest

6’2 hair down, 6’4 hair up height

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Laurence Anderson

AN AQUA ASSEMBLY

POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 1:49:30 GMT

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ro / genderless (he/him) / clear body / meteor mash, psychic, telekinesis, agility, bullet punch, magnet rise

It was… clearly obvious that with the way the letter had been worded, his mood was anything but good.

There was a definite scowl on his face as he read through it, before crumpling it in his hand—wow. Just that—wow, holy shit.

The audacity to make it mandatory! He thought, the scowl deepening as he quickly sent a message to Thomas Benoit that only said, ‘Are you reading this right?’ before getting up with a grumble. Arceus, he didn’t want to put the family in danger.

There was no way he was going to allow any sort of harm to befall the family.

Eventually, he would show up along with everyone else, although the scowl on his face was permanently—set there, like something had happened that made his mood turn visibly sour. He wondered if there was anyone else in the assembly that had the same sentiments…

He stood in one corner of the room, pointedly ignoring anyone and everyone unless directly spoken to.

Much as he wanted to bust out his pipe, he knew that smoke alarms were a thing; however he was so stressed out he decided to bring something along and was puffing a vanilla-scented cloud from one of those ‘e-cigarettes’; always making sure to keep the cloud small and easily dispersable enough in case there were fire alarms ready to go the hell off.

It wasn’t his pipe, but fuck, it would do.

basically ya boi is vaping in a corner.

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the malevolent / kat

she/her

twenty three

october 7

sootopolis city

heterosexual

full-time bitch

council member

i can't control myself,

i'm addicted to the hell

968 height

good girls go to heaven, bad girls rule the world

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Katherine Fairburne

AN AQUA ASSEMBLY

POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 1:54:21 GMT

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Pleasantries aside, it was nice seeing a familiar face inside the room that belonged to a person Katherine had yet to piss off. There were a couple of those, of course, but @illena’s was the only one that appeared…

Friendly?

Well, that was one way to put it. Less judging and intimidating might have been more accurate, though.

“These days, titles mean very little. Head scientist or not, I am sure we’re all lucky to have you back.” Kind words are offered in turn before a smile briefly coats Katherine’s lips.

“... Thank you.”

Her words of gratitude, as short as they may have been, come after a short pause. Technically, this was her first showing as an elite four member, but it didn’t feel like it. Katherine was simply vain enough to believe that she was born for this job, and part of her destiny was to take it.

"I assume you already know why we're all here," she takes a short sip from the cold, caffeinated beverage she collected from the bar, "What are your expectations? Do you think the commissioner is going to write up some list with our names and what we can do? Or do you think she's the type to ask for a demonstration?"

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the good commissioner

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lilycove city

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league commissioner

commissioner

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i used to dream in the dark of palisades park.

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dahlia goode

AN AQUA ASSEMBLY

POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 2:05:45 GMT

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PLOT THREAD

LEAGUE-EXCLUSIVE EVENT

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ARRIVAL

AFTER THE KNOCKING FROM BALDER, DAHLIA ENTERS THE ROOM. She comes with no one else, save for her Stoutland. In her hand is a stack of black files. Each file has the League's insignia printed on their front in bright gold coloration. Her Stoutland sticks close— on the side where her broken arm once was.[break][break]

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"thank you all for coming. take a seat everyone. make yourselves comfortable." Dahlia says as she heads to her leather chair. After setting the hefty pile of documents on the table, she begins to pass them out, suggesting to those closest to continue slipping the files, pregnant with paper, to those furthest away.[break][break][break]

After she sits, Dahlia clicks a button. Above the center of the table, a glass-like screen descends, devoid of frame and almost transparent. Nothing flickers on the screen yet. Her nose wrinkles at the scent of smoke.[break][break]

"i understand some of you may be confused as to why you have been invited. however, this aqua initiative symposium will extend past the aqua initiative and on to other issues. an agenda has not been included, for those who do not sign the aqua initiative contract, which is now before you in your files, will not be privy to such information."[break][break]

As her Stoutland licks her free hand, the Commissioner gestures to the files. One painted nail points to the slim black pens with golden clips that have been fitted onto the files. "those who are not avatars will be able to act as witnesses for the contracts' signings. for now, i suggest you all quietly take some time to read through the document now and we can answer questions afterward." She pauses, noticing the full charcuterie. "oh and feel free to help yourselves at anytime! it's not rude to snack, especially when we're so close to lunch time."[break][break]

THE CONTRACT

THE AQUA INTIATIVE CONTRACT

I. INTRODUCTION

This is a contractual agreement between all signed parties, THE HOENN LEAGUE (THE LEAGUE for short) and the AVATAR. A contractual party is taken to mean that group or individual, any being(s) alive or otherwise that the contractual party has dominion over, hereafter referred to in aggregate in this contract as each signed party or as AVATAR, meaning those who have signed below.[break][break]

An AVATAR is an individual who has been recognized by a significant Pokemon who possesses (1) bestowed powers from said Pokemon and/or (2) possesses or can summon said Pokemon.[break][break]

The aggregate of signed parties hereafter referred to as The Avatar Quality and Universal Action (AQUA) Initiative. All AVATARS signing this document are bound to its terms, regardless of the name used to sign this contract.[break][break]

The AQUA Initiative is a program designed to help AVATARS transition into their new lives as empowered individuals, while facilitating the development of their skills for the good of Hoenn. The AQUA Initiative will offer protection and insurance to these AVATARS who sign this contract for their services.[break][break]

II. PURPOSE & DURATION OF AGREEMENT

AVATAR is not currently represented by THE LEAGUE, but acknowledges that he has had the opportunity to consult with THE LEAGUE of their choice and enters into this Agreement freely and voluntarily. THE LEAGUE and AVATAR each acknowledge that they are entering into this contract of their own accord and without duress, coercion, or pressure of any kind; that they have fully disclosed to each other all information pertaining to their respective capabilities likely to influence their judgement herein; that they have given due consideration to such provisions and questions, and understand them clearly; that the arrangement embodied in this contract is in all respects acceptable to them, being consistent with their respective capabilities; and that accordingly they assent to all the provisions hereof.[break][break]

THE LEAGUE agrees to enter into this contract in order to provide resources and support to AVATARS, in exchange for their services for the good of the Hoenn region.[break][break]

It is hereby agreed that, in exchange for the powers and abilities offered to AVATAR herein after, AVATAR shall perform certain services for THE LEAGUE. Said services are more particularly described as follows:[break][break]
    i. THE LEAGUE may time to time, demand the summoning of AVATARS to protect Hoenn and its constituents from regional threats (e.g. Ultra Beasts, domestic terrorists, natural disasters, aggressive Pokémon, etc.). AVATARS may provide their services if they deem the situation to be appropriate according to their own judgement and within the legal grounds without the summoning of THE LEAGUE.[break]
    ii. THE LEAGUE agrees that it shall not demand the performance of services and/or tasks more than once per week, with the issuance of a new service and/or task by THE LEAGUE does not release AVATAR from their obligation to complete any previous, as yet uncompleted, services and/or tasks.[break][break]

Below, the duration of the contract has been outlined:[break][break]
a. The contract is in power until[break]
    i. the death of the AVATAR[break]
    ii. breach of agreement[break]
    iii. or mutual termination of the agreement.[break][break]

In case of breach of agreement, the contract is in power until the remedies detailed in Section IV. have been carried out in full.

III. BENEFITS

All AVATARS who sign this contract will be provided with a salary of ###, ### pokédollars paid bi-weekly, alongside government benefits and insurance:[break][break]

    i. health insurance[break]
     - can include spouses and dependents who are not AVATARS.[break]
    ii. life insurance[break]
    iii. Pokémon insurance[break]
    iv. property damage liability insurance[break]
     - all damages incurred by use of AVATAR powers and/or their Pokemon in a legal fashion or while working for THE LEAGUE will be paid for by THE LEAGUE.[break]
    v. government pension plan.[break]
    vi. access to League publicists and stylists.[break]

IV. PENALTIES IMPOSED FOR VIOLATIONS AND BREACHES OF THIS CONTRACT

Upon THE LEAGUE's determination that AVATAR has violated any of the terms and/or conditions of this contract then AVATAR shall be liable to punitive terms as described herein.[break][break]

Minor violations will incur a monetary fine that will be determined depending on the nature of the violation. However, if AVATAR commits a major violation of this contract, which includes actively working to subvert THE LEAGUE, collaborating with THE LEAGUE's enemies, seeking to be released from this contract except as expressly authorized herein, or otherwise subverting the purposes of this contract, then THE LEAGUE may exercise any or all of the following remedies:[break][break]

    a. Immediate expulsion from the AQUA Initiative.[break]
    b. Revoke any granted benefits including pension.[break]
c. Demand multiple services and/or tasks be completed, notwithstanding any other provision of this contract to the contrary.[break]
    d. Imprisonment.[break]
   e. Impose any other penalty THE LEAGUE deems fitting, so long as to do so would result in irony due to the nature of the AVATAR's violation.[break]

V. ADDENDUM

The following are changes to this document, that modify the terms for all signed parties, after such parties have signed. No addendum may be entered into this document before first being agreed upon by an unanimous vote of all signed parties. Any signed party may propose an addendum at any time, it will then be voted on at the earliest convenient time when all signed parties are present and in a sound and calm state of mind, as to cast a well considered vote.[break][break]

VI. NAMES & SIGNATURES OF SIGNED PARTIES & WITNESSES

I hereby certify that I have read, understood, and agreed to all of the terms and conditions provided herein above and I expressly agree to be bound by each and every one of them. I understand that this contract cannot be revoked by me after signing, except as may be expressly provided for herein. I expressly acknowledge that I am entering into this contract freely and voluntarily, without duress or coercion of any kind.[break][break]

INSTRUCTIONS

THIS EXCLUSIVE EVENT introduces the "AQUA INTIATIVE," a program and task force that bands together the avatars of Hoenn. This thread will present your characters with a choice of joining the AQUA Initiative or not. Acceptance and declination will spell different possible plot points for your characters, so have fun with it![break][break][break]

Read through the contract. Characters may ask questions before signing, etc. However, try to limit your questions or collectively decide on questions to ask, for dahlia goode (I) will not be able to answer every single one.[break][break][break]

There will be rewards for participating. If you would like your character to be present, but you do not feel as if you can post, please make a quick post saying that your character is present and whether they will sign the contract to join the Aqua Initiative.[break][break]

There are no deadlines to post yet; however, shiv will publish moderator posts when appropriate.

OTHERS WHO HAVE BEEN INVITED:[break]
Sénon Game kim cole-essam Orion Lykos Thomas Benoit

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Zac Ramsay

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POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 2:23:35 GMT

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Zac took off his reading spectacles and raised a hand, signaling to dahlia goode that he had a question. "It says here that you'll facilitate development of new skills. Is this legalese for 'you'll learn how to follow orders', or does AQUA have some way of controlling or enhancing our Avatar powers?"

Orion Lykos dahlia goode

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Masculine

Thirty One

November 13

Cinnabar Island

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Kantonian Ambassador

Ex-Head Ranger

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Sénon Game

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POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 2:34:11 GMT

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Another head nod as Balder Schwartz entered the room. They still hadn't talked about that food truck, but finding out he was an avatar gave them a little more to debate over when the time came.

As for the contracts...

It was actually fairly benign from what he could tell, but not without a couple of messy implications.

"A contractual party is taken to mean that group or individual, any being(s) alive or otherwise that the contractual party has dominion over."

Seemingly if the deity you were connected to were to die you'd still be beholden to the contract. Although he wasn't sure how useful an avatar could be once their connected pokémon sponsor god was dead.

a. The contract is in power until;
iii. mutual termination of the agreement.

So what happened when an avatar wanted out of the contract but the league didn't care to let them go? He couldn't call it slavery but considering the contract was until death rather than preset durations with options to re-sign, it was a stone's throw past indentured servitude.

In terms of contracts in general, anything that was 'for life' was for the trash can.

Zac was the first to speak up but Sénon followed up quickly enough; another redhead speaking with a baritone. "It's a big problem that this contract lasts a lifetime."

THE LEAGUE may exercise any or all of the following remedies: e. Impose any other penalty THE LEAGUE deems fitting, so long as to do so would result in irony due to the nature of the AVATAR's violation.

What the hell did this even mean? Would cruel and unusual punishment be exercised if it fell under the League purview of "ironic"?

He cleared his throat as he turned over the contract, face down. He'd seen enough. This initiative didn't seem to take into account the wishes of the pokémon deities themselves.

He could still remember the way Celebi looked at him that first night on Cait's cabin.

It had judgement, intentions, discernment.

What was to happen to an avatar tasked to do something their benefactor was actively against?

Funny clauses and conflicts of interest aside the tables had been set and now it was time to see who was going to eat and who was going to hungry.

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oslo

the crown prince

masculine

twenty-eight

may 20

hammerlocke, galar

heterosexual

archaeologist

aqua/ex-admin

my kingdom for a kiss

upon her cold shoulder

6'2" height

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Remiel Calcifet

AN AQUA ASSEMBLY

POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 2:35:58 GMT

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Shiny Sinistea (Cursed Body): Protect | Giga Drain | Nasty Plot | Shadow Ball | Will-O-Wisp | Phantom Force

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Dressed in a sharp navy blue suit, the Galarian ambassador had been seated at the end of the bar for quite some time now. His contacts were in today, and his hair had been combed neatly, though he had loosened his tie during his drinking. He nursed his second Old Fashioned and quietly observed the others as they talked. Occasionally, his attention would drift back to his phone.[break][break]

He'd been one of the earliest avatars to arrive, and blended in with the scenery quite well. Earl Grey, in the meantime, his dutiful Sinistea butler, lay dormant on the counter. When Dahlia arrived, and prompted Remiel to slide off his stool, however, the possessed teacup awoke. It was time to begin.[break][break]

The royal fixed his tie as he approached the meeting table, watching as a high-tech screen descended from above. When he found his seat, directly across from Dahlia's, Earl Grey was swift to grab a folder and ferry it over. Rather than snack, the ambassador's attention was honed entirely on the files now set before him as he indifferently sifted through them.[break][break]

He'd always been a quick reader. More importantly, he was able to quickly process everything that he'd read. The League was smart to present the contract the way they had. The content therein had been written expertly as well. In a world of avatars with amazing abilities, how funny it was that a stack of papers could hold so much power against them.[break][break]

The light 'clink' of Earl Grey's teacup sounds out after he places himself into a dormant state upon the table. Remiel's cobalt eyes shift up to regard Dahlia, then look to see which one of those present would voice their opinion first.[break]

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notes: Remiel ditches the bar (and his Old Fashioned) to take the seat directly across from Dahlia and sift through the papers. He waits to see whether anyone else would like to share their opinions or questions first.

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POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 2:44:17 GMT

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Dahalia said quietly but Eva wasn't one to do things quietly. After a considerable silence and several pairs of eyes glancing around the room, Eva thought it may be approriate to ask a few questions. Eva wasn’t an avatar, but as a doctor she took on the responsibility of advocating for others. Although she thought this contract seemed reasonable, one thing stuck out to her that she couldn’t shake, “Ms. Goode,” Eva spoke up, stepping forward, “The document states ‘AVATARS may provide their services if they deem the situation to be appropriate according to their own judgement’ “ she looked up after reading directly from the paper before her, “It fails to address who decides if their ‘judgment’ is appropriate, especially when later the document address violations in the contract and punishment if they fail to meet their duties,” Sure, it says THE LEAGUE, but that could be anyone. One person? The Council? Who?

“And any ‘penalty the league deems fitting’,” Eva was all for ensuring these unique abilities were used to the good of Hoenn, and not the opposite, but she couldn’t condone such vague terms that left room for suffering on the part of the human or pokemon partner. She felt in her heart Dahlia and The League meant no harm, but contracts were binding agreements, “Who decides that?” The good doctor was not one to hide her concerns or opinions. As a neutral party in this room, she would advocate on behalf of both sides of the aisle.

"And if I may," she looked around the room quickly before proceeding, "You've yet to address what happens to those known avatars who do not agree to sign the contract," hopefully, the answer was simple: nothing, and they just go on their merry way and don't get to hear what the rest of the meeting is about.

tl;dr: Vague wording is vague

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AN AQUA ASSEMBLY

POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 2:53:27 GMT

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[attr="class","illie i"]"thank you, i appreciate the kind words!" illeana returns the smile with ease. it's always uncomfortable to return after such a long break, especially when the circumstances of such an absence are as grim as what follows her around. war, injuries, death. she would have been naive to believe those in this room, including Katherine Fairburne, don't know the story behind it. perhaps that's why her hands tremble in her lap, anxiety eating at her composure.

thankfully, katherine is kind enough to ignore that copperjah in the room and offer pleasantries in the place of judgement. for that, illeana is grateful.

"of course," she murmurs in response to gratitude. "has the transition been smooth?"

the ex avatar has an inkling, that's for sure. she'd heard rumors of such a project before her departure. for such things to actually hold merit, however, is a bit shocking. "i'm not quite sure yet, truthfully." the sentence is faint, uncertain. it'd be foolish to believe she knows what the working of the league entails anymore, least of all this meeting. it's still confusing to even be in this room.

dahlia enters, then, and talking seems to fade into dust. papers are passed out, thoroughly read, and the weight of their pages makes her eyes drift to the stocked bar.

she doesn't need to be a scientist to know the atmosphere in the room might just take a turn.

the woman glances to her side, to where katherine sits, as if she can gauge a reaction before scanning the room. she can't, however, and she's left to stay silent. an observer in what's to come, listening to questions as they rise.

AQUA

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cait alfric

AN AQUA ASSEMBLY

POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 3:03:02 GMT

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due to kim's desire for her to at least offer dahlia a semblance of a chance, she had settled without protest and peered down at the document that had been handed to her. the terms and conditions were easily understood; the contract legally binding. her green-eyed gaze slid smoothly over the printed text, the woman's expression remaining outwardly stoic.

if she disregarded her personal beliefs as well as her misgivings with how the league had operated under goode's authority; the benefits would prove tempting. but everything provided was something she already had access to - FERNANDO SILPH ensuring that both she and her pokemon lived in relative comfort in exchange for their allegiance.

"..."

her conclusion was easily reached.

"is the league really that desperate for semi-decent cannon fodder?"

she scoffed, her expression turning a little ugly as she glared down at document. celebi's whispers began to seep into her skull, her lord fueling her ire as sucked in a harsh breath.

"it's obvious we're only here to serve as weapons to be inevitably leveled against rocket. the league just barely scraped by with a victory during the first war - and now we're at the cusp of entering a second."

cait's gaze roved around the room, taking in the looks of her peers and those who served only to bear witness.

"i will admit that i am beholden to celebi's will. but regardless of if they offer me their blessing or not - i'm of the opinion that the league is painfully inconsistent, with soldiers of questionable quality that are being led into battle by a woman who was carelessly and offhandedly chosen to take on the mantle of commissioner."

the avatar is reminded of the events which led her to celebi, that brief glimpse of the past more than enough to dismiss dahlia goode .

"additionally," she said, her strange eyes narrowing considerably. "i refuse to work alongside someone who i suspect of being a filthy fucking witch."

her gaze slowly shifted until it settled upon Katherine Fairburne , the woman's southern drawl thickening as the look transitioned into a glare. stormy was her friend and her sister, after all - and the pair spoke often enough for that particular tidbit to be shared at length.

Katherine Fairburne - dahlia goode

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AN AQUA ASSEMBLY

POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 3:24:41 GMT

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[attr="class","omgentop"]AN AQUA ASSEMBLY

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PLOT THREAD

LEAGUE-EXCLUSIVE EVENT

[player]https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/591796723928662048/821162156309479454/THE_LEAGUE.mp3[/player][break][break]

FIRST ROUND OF QUESTIONS

eagerly, dahlia acknowledges Zac Ramsay's raised hand with her own. her finger taps the air as if anointing his.[break][break]

"good question! not all avatars are experienced pokemon trainers, so fundamental battling would be taught. however, more relevant perhaps, is the presence of senior avatars—and better yet, senior avatars with battling prowess." as she leans back in her chair, she quickly tacks on: "the specifics of further developing avatar powers will not be breached during this section of the symposium."[break][break]

when Sénon Game speaks, dahlia is quick to flutter a response his way. "we can include that in the addendum section. a five year contract. considering the benefits, the salary, i believe that is a fair period of time before renewal meetings. does this sound fair to anyone else?"[break][break]

in response to Eva Morales, dahlia nods, affirming her confusion. "the courts. depending on particularly unique circumstances, the council and i will convene for matters regarding penalties." her eyes widen, head tilted as if weighed by the tittle of a question mark. "if you do not agree, you do not need to sign the contract. as simple as that."[break][break]

however, the public may think otherwise.[break][break]

OOC: these answers come before cait alfric's post.

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AMENDED CONTRACT / WAITING FOR VOTES

THE AQUA INTIATIVE CONTRACT

I. INTRODUCTION

This is a contractual agreement between all signed parties, THE HOENN LEAGUE (THE LEAGUE for short) and the AVATAR. A contractual party is taken to mean that group or individual, any being(s) alive or otherwise that the contractual party has dominion over, hereafter referred to in aggregate in this contract as each signed party or as AVATAR, meaning those who have signed below.[break][break]

An AVATAR is an individual who has been recognized by a significant Pokemon who possesses (1) bestowed powers from said Pokemon and/or (2) possesses or can summon said Pokemon.[break][break]

The aggregate of signed parties hereafter referred to as The Avatar Quality and Universal Action (AQUA) Initiative. All AVATARS signing this document are bound to its terms, regardless of the name used to sign this contract.[break][break]

The AQUA Initiative is a program designed to help AVATARS transition into their new lives as empowered individuals, while facilitating the development of their skills for the good of Hoenn. The AQUA Initiative will offer protection and insurance to these AVATARS who sign this contract for their services.[break][break]

II. PURPOSE & DURATION OF AGREEMENT

AVATAR is not currently represented by THE LEAGUE, but acknowledges that he has had the opportunity to consult with THE LEAGUE of their choice and enters into this Agreement freely and voluntarily. THE LEAGUE and AVATAR each acknowledge that they are entering into this contract of their own accord and without duress, coercion, or pressure of any kind; that they have fully disclosed to each other all information pertaining to their respective capabilities likely to influence their judgement herein; that they have given due consideration to such provisions and questions, and understand them clearly; that the arrangement embodied in this contract is in all respects acceptable to them, being consistent with their respective capabilities; and that accordingly they assent to all the provisions hereof.[break][break]

THE LEAGUE agrees to enter into this contract in order to provide resources and support to AVATARS, in exchange for their services for the good of the Hoenn region.[break][break]

It is hereby agreed that, in exchange for the powers and abilities offered to AVATAR herein after, AVATAR shall perform certain services for THE LEAGUE. Said services are more particularly described as follows:[break][break]
    i. THE LEAGUE may time to time, demand the summoning of AVATARS to protect Hoenn and its constituents from regional threats (e.g. Ultra Beasts, domestic terrorists, natural disasters, aggressive Pokémon, etc.). AVATARS may provide their services if they deem the situation to be appropriate according to their own judgement and within the legal grounds without the summoning of THE LEAGUE.[break]
    ii. THE LEAGUE agrees that it shall not demand the performance of services and/or tasks more than once per week, with the issuance of a new service and/or task by THE LEAGUE does not release AVATAR from their obligation to complete any previous, as yet uncompleted, services and/or tasks.[break][break]

Below, the duration of the contract has been outlined:[break][break]
a. The contract is in power until[break]
    i. the death of the AVATAR[break]
    ii. breach of agreement[break]
    iii. or mutual termination of the agreement.[break][break]

In case of breach of agreement, the contract is in power until the remedies detailed in Section IV. have been carried out in full.

III. BENEFITS

All AVATARS who sign this contract will be provided with a salary of ###, ### pokédollars paid bi-weekly, alongside government benefits and insurance:[break][break]

    i. health insurance[break]
     - can include spouses and dependents who are not AVATARS.[break]
    ii. life insurance[break]
    iii. Pokémon insurance[break]
    iv. property damage liability insurance[break]
     - all damages incurred by use of AVATAR powers and/or their Pokemon in a legal fashion or while working for THE LEAGUE will be paid for by THE LEAGUE.[break]
    v. government pension plan.[break]
    vi. access to League publicists and stylists.[break]

IV. PENALTIES IMPOSED FOR VIOLATIONS AND BREACHES OF THIS CONTRACT

Upon THE LEAGUE's determination that AVATAR has violated any of the terms and/or conditions of this contract then AVATAR shall be liable to punitive terms as described herein.[break][break]

Minor violations will incur a monetary fine that will be determined depending on the nature of the violation. However, if AVATAR commits a major violation of this contract, which includes actively working to subvert THE LEAGUE, collaborating with THE LEAGUE's enemies, seeking to be released from this contract except as expressly authorized herein, or otherwise subverting the purposes of this contract, then THE LEAGUE may exercise any or all of the following remedies:[break][break]

    a. Immediate expulsion from the AQUA Initiative.[break]
    b. Revoke any granted benefits including pension.[break]
c. Demand multiple services and/or tasks be completed, notwithstanding any other provision of this contract to the contrary.[break]
    d. Imprisonment.[break]
   e. Impose any other penalty THE LEAGUE deems fitting, so long as to do so would result in irony due to the nature of the AVATAR's violation.[break]

V. ADDENDUM

The following are changes to this document, that modify the terms for all signed parties, after such parties have signed. No addendum may be entered into this document before first being agreed upon by an unanimous vote of all signed parties. Any signed party may propose an addendum at any time, it will then be voted on at the earliest convenient time when all signed parties are present and in a sound and calm state of mind, as to cast a well considered vote.[break][break]

contracts will be renewed every five years (should this motion pass).

VI. NAMES & SIGNATURES OF SIGNED PARTIES & WITNESSES

I hereby certify that I have read, understood, and agreed to all of the terms and conditions provided herein above and I expressly agree to be bound by each and every one of them. I understand that this contract cannot be revoked by me after signing, except as may be expressly provided for herein. I expressly acknowledge that I am entering into this contract freely and voluntarily, without duress or coercion of any kind.[break][break]

INSTRUCTIONS

There are no deadlines to post yet; however, shiv will publish moderator posts when appropriate.

OTHERS WHO HAVE BEEN INVITED:[break]
Sénon Game kim cole-essam Orion Lykos Thomas Benoit

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Katherine Fairburne

AN AQUA ASSEMBLY

POSTED ON Mar 18, 2021 3:28:59 GMT

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[attr="class","katherinepokes"] Giratina

“So-so. I still miss Mauville and my gym, but other than that… It’s been alright.”

There was much less space for her pokemon to roam about and meet strangers (which ghosts commonly enjoyed), but she’d come to terms with that when she first set her eyes on the job.

When illeana reyes finally confesses that she as well has no clue about what the Initiative might entail, dahlia goode enters the room and the conference officially starts. The terms of the deal, this contract, are laid out in the open. No details are spared, and that alone provides some clarity; something Katherine is thankful for, at the very least.

She didn’t like this.

She didn’t like any of this.

But declining the offer would put her under a spotlight she’s not interested in claiming. And even if she accepts and signs the contract, it’s not like Dahlia would know if Katherine were to break it. After all, there were plenty of other crimes the League has yet to pick up on.

Whatever smile her countenance adorned until now fades, a neutral expression settling upon Kat’s features. She was keen on letting others talk first, at least until cait alfric spoke up. Naturally, her attention drifts to her predecessor in Mauville, who’s quick to spit allegations out.

Name-calling in this day and age? What were they, twelve?

“Then please, by all means, Miss Alfric, don’t.” A smile touches at her lips, blossoming widely. “You raise a good point. The League does tend to hire soldiers of questionable quality.” Her words are carried with a hint of sadness and sorrow, disappointment, even.

“After all, what could a woman whose sole aspiration in life is to become some married housewife who hides in the woods, do to help our region?”

Her shoulders pull backward, rolling in a shrug.

“Bitch, thief, witch... I wear my titles with pride, love. I am afraid you’ll have to do worse if you want to hurt my feelings.”

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